MARSHA SCHUMAN, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published April 18, 2024
My dear friend Jerri Livingston died peacefully in her sleep at home on April 3 at the age of 72. She and I had a been entwined in one another’s lives for 59 years. Once, when I asked Jerri what mattered to her, she said, “Family and Judaism were...
While the Kranzberg Arts Foundation (KAF) has programs for all the art disciplines, I’d like to focus on the visual and literary arts.
We have four art galleries as well as the outdoor “Walls Off Washington,” which feature over 25 thought provoking...
While I would never be so bold as to assert that soup is exclusively a Jewish culinary creation, it undeniably holds a special place in the hearts of the global Jewish community and my own belly. I could write about the origins of Jewish soups and...
Published March 5, 2024
Divest from Boeing Resolution
Sponsored by Senators Natalia Leon Diaz, Saara Engineer, Sonal Churiwal, and Emaan Sayied and Vice President of Engagement Andrew de las Alas | 29 January 2024
WHEREAS, major international human rights organizations,...
Dr. Harley Hammermann, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published March 5, 2024
Culpeppers was started by five Country Day friends in 1934 and progressed through multiple owners until Herb Glazier bought it in 1977. Click here to read the complete history of Culpeppers on Dr. Harley Hammerman's website LostTable.com
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Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published January 29, 2024
In this week's "Finding Your Roots" episode, Jewish stand-up comedian Iliza Shlesinger uncovers a newfound family tie to the Holocaust. Schlesinger and fellow actor Bob Odenkirk are featured in the episode titled “Hold the Laughter,” and can be seen...
The young adult chapter of SPARKS MATCH! is hosting another potluck Shabbat (and Hanukkah) dinner at 6 p.m. Bring something vegetarian to share. RSVP to Daphne at [email protected]
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published November 27, 2023
The fact the Jewish Light was there in 1966 should not surprise anyone. We have been there and we are here now, but we need your support to ensure that we are here in the future.
For six decades, the St. Louis Jewish Light...
Dr. Jane Gelfand, a concierge primary care physician and integrative medicine specialist, joins the team at PALM Health in Ladue. With a focus on personalized, proactive care she empowers her patients to reach optimal health in mind and body. She...
BY ARYEH GENGER, The Nosher
• Published November 19, 2023
In the sprawling landscape of American culinary traditions, few creations hold as cherished a place as the humble donut. Establishments like Dunkin’ Donuts, Tim Hortons, Krispy Kreme and countless neighborhood bakeries have elevated these deep-fried...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published November 16, 2023
On Nov. 28, Elizabeth "Betty" Baumgartner will be acknowledged as one of the 2023 Unsung Heroes by the St. Louis Jewish Light. Her noteworthy contributions leading to this recognition, have caught the attention of her employer, the Collinsville CUSD 10...
