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

• Rare Opportunity: Craft Your Own Shofar (9/3/2026) - Join us on September 9 at 5:30 pm to craft your own Shofar for $36, creating a spiritual heirloom while making friends. RSVP quickly! Continue Reading
• 1, 2, 3… Rosh Hashanah (9/3/2026) - Boulder Center for Judaism offers extensive security during the High Holidays, featuring Rosh Hashanah events: a festive dinner under the stars, prayer services, and Shofar celebrations. Continue Reading
• Ezra and Raziella Robinson B’nai Mitzvah (9/3/2026) - On Saturday, August 29th, 2026, Ezra and Raziella Robinson were called to the Torah as a B'nai Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Ari Enbar Bar Mitzvah (9/3/2026) - On Saturday, August 29th, 2026, Ari Enbar was called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Leo Dornbush Bet Mitzvah (9/3/2026) - On Saturday, August 29th, 2026, Leo Dornbush was called to the Torah as Bet Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
• Discovering Your Own Jewish Path: Introducing “How Do You Jew?” at the Boulder JCC (8/27/2026) - Whether you grew up celebrating every holiday, are in an interfaith relationship, or simply feel “Jew-curious," finding a comfortable entry point into Jewish life can sometimes feel daunting. How do you integrate heritage, culture, and values into a modern life? What does it mean to connect to Jewish tradition on your own terms? To help… Continue Reading
• RSVP for Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars (8/27/2026) - Rosh Hashanah, starting September 11, is a Jewish New Year celebration featuring a festive feast with symbolic foods. Join Boulder Center for Judaism for a meaningful meal. Continue Reading
• Choose Your Own Esrog & Lulav; Our Boulder Sukkot Shuk is Back! (8/27/2026) - Sukkot is approaching; order your Lulav & Esrog sets by September 6. Choose from three levels at varying prices, and enjoy personal selection. Pickup is September 23. Continue Reading
• Luca Adley Bat Mitzvah (8/27/2026) - On Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, Luca Adley was called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Humanistic Rosh Hashanah Service and Dinner (8/25/2026) - Join Beth Ami on September 12 for an inclusive Humanistic Rosh Hashanah celebration featuring music, readings, food, and community donations. RSVP by September 7. 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

• 2026 Boulder Jewish Film Festival Features Women and Heroes (9/3/2026) - The Boulder Jewish Film Festival returns to the Dairy Arts Center October 25th to November 1st for an eight-day exploration of the Jewish experience on screen. Continue Reading
• The Recipe My Great-Grandmother Measured in Handfuls (8/31/2026) - Jake Lazar reflects on his great-grandmother Jeanne's legacy through her mandel bread recipe, inspiring generations of bakers in their family and emphasizing the importance of preserving culinary traditions. Continue Reading
• Colorado Hebrew Chorale Open Rehearsals – Come Try Out (8/20/2026) - The Colorado Hebrew Chorale begins its 2026-2027 Season with two Open Rehearsals with ice cream on August 24 and August 31. Singers welcome. Continue Reading
• Downloading Hope (8/20/2026) - A new poem from Lisa Tremback. Continue Reading
• Neustadt Jewish Arts Festival Brings Magic, Comedy, Film and Music to Denver (8/6/2026) - 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
• From October 7 to the Runway: U of Haifa Fashion Graduates Showcase Collections of Resilience (8/2/2026) - The Class of 2026 University of Haifa runway show presented 25 collections by Israeli fashion graduates, reflecting personal experiences and cultural heritage amid recent conflicts. Continue Reading
• Christopher Nolan Brings His Midas Touch to the World’s First Blockbuster (7/30/2026) - Christopher Nolan's adaptation of the Odyssey revitalizes the classic tale, emphasizing universal themes and modern moral dilemmas while captivating contemporary audiences. Continue Reading
• Graphic Content (7/30/2026) - Historian Rafael Medoff tells Judith Magazine why he refused his publisher's demand to denounce Israel in 'Cartoonists Against the Holocaust.' Continue Reading
• Unleash Your Creativity: Discover Adult Art Classes at the Boulder JCC (7/23/2026) - The Boulder JCC offers diverse adult art workshops this season, featuring evening and daytime sessions led by skilled instructors, designed for all experience levels to explore creativity. Continue Reading
• This Is How You Can Become A Great Storyteller (7/16/2026) - Boulder Valley Spellbinders® offers storytelling training for volunteers, enhancing literacy and community while providing enjoyable experiences telling stories. Continue Reading