Weekly Edition: June 28th, 2019

Shabbat shalom! Don’t forget, Har HaShem dedicates their Margolis Family Campus this Saturday and invites the community. Then, on Sunday, please join the Moral Minyan at the ICE Detention Center in Aurora to protest continued abuse of migrant families and children at the southern border.

Also this weekend, the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies holds its multi-day annual conference starting Sunday.

BJN reader Miriam Paisner would like to offer a talk on “Jews in Polynesia” (including Hawaii) to any interested group around the community. More info here.

Have a great weekend. Here are this week’s posts:

News

• Join the Moral Minyan Sunday, June 30 (6/27/2019) - This Sunday, June 30th, there will be a Moral Minyan from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm outside the ICE Detention Center in Aurora. Continue Reading
• Letter: “Two Letters, Big Difference”? (6/27/2019) - CU's Spring 2019 Coloradan featured an article about Hebrew. The piece, written by Sam Linnerooth, is called “Two Letters, Big Difference.” The title is a misnomer. Continue Reading
• Getting to Know the New Energetic Full-Time Educator at Adventure Judaism (6/26/2019) - Welcome to Amber Carey-Gitter, the new full-time Educator at the Adventure Judaism Congregation. Continue Reading
• Get Some Cash to Make Your “Green” Dreams Come True! (6/24/2019) - Hazon in Colorado is awarding $20,000+ in mini-grants for projects that will make the Colorado Jewish community healthier and more sustainable. Continue Reading

Jewish Life

• Help Hillel at CU Bring Shabbatukah to Life This Year (10/22/2026) - Shabbatukah, a CU Boulder Hillel tradition, invites community support through volunteering and sponsorship for students. Continue Reading
• Bo El Ha’Teivah – Verb Of The Week: Ahav-Love (10/22/2026) - The exploration of Hebrew verbs reveals depth and significance, enhancing prayers and Torah study through layers of hidden meanings. Continue Reading
• Claire Segall Bat Mitzvah (10/22/2026) - On Saturday, October 17th, 2026, Claire Segall was called to the Torah as Bat Mitzvah at Congregation Bonai Shalom. Continue Reading
• Kevin Henshaw Bet Mitzvah (10/22/2026) - On Saturday, October 17th, 2026, Kevin Henshaw was called to the Torah as Bet Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
• Bring Jewish Tradition Home: Join the Boulder JCC’s JParent How Do You Jew Series (10/20/2026) - The Boulder JCC offers a fall series for exploring Jewish traditions and rituals, aimed at families and individuals of diverse backgrounds. Continue Reading
• Bo El HaTeivah = Come In To The ‘Ark’ (Or Word) (10/15/2026) - The exploration of Hebrew words reveals depth and significance, enhancing prayers and Torah study through layers of hidden meanings. Continue Reading
• Judah Schmidt Bar Mitzvah (10/15/2026) - On Saturday, October 10th, 2026, Judah Schmidt was called to the Torah as Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Bonai Shalom. Continue Reading
• Aaron Small Bar Mitzvah (10/15/2026) - On Saturday, October 10th, 2026, Aaron Small was called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Noah Schultz Bet Mitzvah (10/15/2026) - On Saturday, October 10th, 2026, Noah Schultz was called to the Torah as Bet Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
• Data Reveals Rising Jewish Community Connections Since October 7 Attack (10/8/2026) - Three years post-2023 attacks on Israel, Jewish Americans in Colorado demonstrate increased engagement in Jewish life, reflecting both growth and sustained interest in community participation. Continue Reading

Events

• Margolis Campus Dedication This Saturday at Har HaShem (6/27/2019) - Congregation Har HaShem is dedicating the Margolis Family Campus this Saturday, June 29th from 3:30-6:00 pm at a musical Shabbat celebration. Continue Reading
• Shalom Boulder – Get Connected to the Jewish Community (6/26/2019) - Whether you moved to Boulder a few weeks ago or a few years ago, the Boulder JCC Welcoming Committee invites you to their Shalom Boulder event on Wednesday, July 17. Continue Reading
• Today: Dr. Jenni Skylar Presents “Intimacy as We Age” Talk at Har HaShem (6/24/2019) - This morning, Congregation Har HaShem's Community as Family group will be hosting a talk by Dr. Jenni Skyler on "Intimacy as We Age." Continue Reading

Arts and Culture

• Don’t Miss These Intriguing Titles at the Boulder Jewish Film Festival (10/22/2026) - Boulder Jewish Film Festival showcases sold-out films like "The Sea" and “Once Upon My Mother," with tickets available for select screenings and discussions. Continue Reading
• Meet Director Abby Ginzberg at the Boulder Jewish Film Festival (10/20/2026) - The Boulder Jewish Film Festival features director Abby Ginzberg's documentary on Henrietta Szold, highlighting her significant contributions to healthcare in Palestine. Continue Reading
• The Boulder Jewish Film Festival Adds a 2nd Screening of Woody Guthrie Film (10/13/2026) - Tickets are going fast, but it's not too late to see some of the best films. Continue Reading
• True Stories, Inspiring People to Encounter at the Boulder Jewish Film Festival (10/8/2026) - Of the 13 films being presented this year at the Boulder Jewish Film Festival, ten are based on true stories. Many of the people you will meet on screen are inspirational figures, role models and heroes – and all are admirable. Continue Reading
• Two Festival Films Share a Connection to the Recent Thwarted Hijacking (10/7/2026) - The bravery of the Israelis who stormed the cockpit aboard FlyDubai 1073 is echoed in two heroic stories depicted in films that will be presented at the Boulder Jewish Film Festival. Continue Reading
• Jeff & Paige Bring Rainbow Socks to PBS October 4 (9/28/2026) - "Rainbow Socks" is a new live-action series starring Boulder locals Jeff & Paige that combines music, movement, and science to inspire children aged 4-8 to explore nature outdoors. Continue Reading
• “Always A Boy” Premieres At JAAMM Fest Oct. 9 (9/28/2026) - "Always A Boy," adapted from Jo Ivester's memoir, explores family and identity as Joshua transitions while preparing for a wedding, showing love and acceptance. Continue Reading
• A Night of Parisian Jazz with the Jessica Gabrielle Quartet (9/27/2026) - Jessica Gabrielle will perform at Nocturne Jazz Club on October 2nd with a talented rhythm section, blending pop, jazz, and soul influences. Jessica is the daughter of Sylvain and Pam Hayoun of Boulder. Continue Reading
• Come Prepared to Laugh in a Class Celebrating Jewish Stand-Up Comedy Legends (9/24/2026) - Explore Jewish stand-up comedy's evolution in a three-week class celebrating iconic performers and their impact on Jewish culture and humor. Continue Reading
• Neustadt Jewish Arts Festival Brings Magic, Comedy, Film and Music to Denver (9/24/2026) - The Mizel Arts and Culture Center hosts the Neustadt JAAMM Festival in October, featuring diverse performances that celebrate contemporary Jewish life, including magic, comedy, and film. Continue Reading