Shabbat shalom! After three years, it is finally that time again… Time for the Boulder Jewish Festival this Sunday, June 12, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm! There will be artists, food, music and lots and lots of Jewish organizations to explore around the Courthouse Lawn on the Pearl St. Mall. You can learn all about it here.

Even while we celebrate, our thoughts and prayers continue to be with brothers and sisters under attack in Ukraine, as well as the communities in Buffalo, NY and Uvalde, Texas and … and …

Stay cool, stay safe and stay healthy!

Here are stories from the last week:

News/Columns

• Column: ‘Sound Of Gunshots’ Will Persist Under New Law (6/30/2022) - Perhaps John T. Earnest might have been stopped by our new gun safety law from murdering Lori Gilbert Kaye in Poway, but it seems that the law would not have prevented Al Aliwi Al-Issa from massacring 10 people in Boulder. Continue Reading
• Major Victory Against BDS, Ben & Jerry’s Will Continue to be Sold in Israel (6/29/2022) - Washington, D.C., June 29: Avi Zinger, Ben & Jerry’s Israeli licensee, has settled the federal lawsuit filed on his behalf by the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law and co-counsel, following Ben & Jerry’s refusal to renew Zinger’s 34-year-old license to manufacture and sell Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The settlement prevents Ben & Jerry’s… Continue Reading
• Abraham Accord Country Faculty Coming to Brandeis University for Israel Studies Fellowship Program (6/23/2022) - For the first time since its inception in 2004, the Summer Institute for Israel Studies (SIIS), a faculty fellowship program that gives professors from around the world the foundation to teach about Israel, will host five participants from institutions in the Abraham Accord countries of Bahrain, Morocco, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Continue Reading
• Column: With Bibi’s Bungling, Who Needs Antisemites? (6/23/2022) - As Jerry Seinfeld would put it, “And you want be prime minister again.” While Seinfeld once caught George Costanza sprawled on the floor in his underwear after stumbling in Seinfeld’s living room, last week Benjamin Netanyahu stumbled – a generous description – by comparing accusations against his family to a “blood libel.” Continue Reading
• Letter: Boston Mapping Project: Latest Version of IBM’s Mapping Germany’s Jews for the Nazis (6/23/2022) - The Mapping Project, emulating IBM's mapping of The Jews of Nazi Germany to identify and locate them for arrest and murder, has published a map of Jewish companies and institutions in greater Boston. Continue Reading
• Antisemitism and Social Media (6/16/2022) - In the newly published book "Antisemitism on Social Media," a group of scholars examines how Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and other platforms may be fueling this rise in the United States and globally. Continue Reading
• Column: ‘Belligerent Occupation,’ Belligerent Report from U.N. (6/16/2022) - If only Israel would end its “belligerent occupation.” Most of us know better, but don’t tell that to the United Nations Human Rights Council. Its Commission of Inquiry last week released the first of what they hope will be decades of annual reports on Israel’s oppression of the poor Palestinians. Continue Reading
• Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center Celebrates 100 Years With “J” Interactive Installation (6/14/2022) - The Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver) has installed an eight foot “J” in the lobby of the JCC Denver to mark the organization’s 100th anniversary. Every day leading up to the dinner new photos from the organization’s history will be added to the sides of the “J” to envelope it in pictures from the… Continue Reading
• Opinion: Gun Violence From a Middle School Perspective (6/14/2022) - "What if my teachers, office staff or best friends get shot? What if the only people who have made me feel not alone and proud of who I am are killed?" Continue Reading
• It’s Back! 26th Boulder Jewish Festival Huge Success (6/12/2022) - After losing two years to pandemic safety, the Boulder Jewish Festival re-emerged on Sunday, June 12 to much relief and acclaim. Continue Reading
• Rabbinic Changes at Judaism Your Way (6/12/2022) - Judaism Your Way announced that Rabbi Kolby Morris-Dahary will be leaving Judaism Your Way at the end of June. Continue Reading
• Column: Critics Of Orthodox Jewish Bastions Enter Murky Territory (6/9/2022) - Michelle Zangari opened a can devoid of any live worms when she warned that Orthodox Jews could be poised to seize control of Rockville Centre on Long Island, which was part of an eight-minute rant that drew condemnations against antisemitism from New York’s governor, senior senator and scores of others. Continue Reading
• Organizations Applaud Signing of Nonprofit Security Legislation (6/7/2022) - JEWISHcolorado, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), and more than 100 coalition partners applaud the signing today of HB22-1077 by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, creating a state nonprofit security grant program for qualified nonprofit organizations at high risk of a terrorist attack. Continue Reading
• Judaism Your Way Opens 2022 Registration for Open Tent Be Mitzvah Program (6/6/2022) - The two-year program guides students through the pivotal coming-of-age experience, offering a customizable approach that prioritizes their personal connection to the Jewish faith. Continue Reading

Jewish Life

• Join Beth Ami Congregation for “Democratic Values Shabbat” (online) (6/30/2022) - How do Humanistic Jews look at patriotism? Join us and find out! Continue Reading
• Boulder JCC to Host Family Shabbat in the Park in Longmont (6/30/2022) - The Boulder JCC will be hosting Family Shabbat in the Park on Friday, July 8, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. This event will be an in-person, outside event in Longmont. The location will be emailed to registrants in advance. Continue Reading
• Calling All Teens! Milk and Honey Farm Camp at the Boulder JCC Begins July 18 (6/30/2022) - Geared for teens ages 13-17 years, this camp was created for those who want to learn more about small-scale agriculture, sustainability, and how it relates to Judaism. Continue Reading
• Letting Korach Moments In (6/30/2022) - I've been fighting with my best friend. Over our two decades of friendship it has happened a handful of times -- conflict, hurt feelings, angry words, the silent treatment, and ultimately wondering if the friendship is forever broken, or not worth the pain it causes in these times of disconnect. When it’s happening I think… Continue Reading
• Teaching on Reb Zalman’s 8th Yahrzeit, by Rabbi Diane (6/30/2022) - For me, this is what a Jewish Renewal community should strive to be: a place that grants us roots in tradition and gives us permission and structure to envision the next turning. Continue Reading
• A Eulogy for Miriam Fields z”l (6/23/2022) - Miriam Fields built her world with love, kindness, selflessness and care.  In fact for years, along with her friend Beverly Goodman, Miriam co-chaired Bonai Shalom’s Hesed committee, lovingly keeping in touch and caring for our congregational family when in need.   Continue Reading
• Join Beth Ami Congregation for Our Social Shabbat and BYO Picnic (6/20/2022) - Enjoy a Summer Social Shabbat and BYO Picnic at a Harlow Platts Picnic Shelter, overlooking lovely Veile Lake. Easy parking -- bring a chair, a blanket, or relax at a picnic table. Beth Ami will provide challah, grape juice and a Shabbat liturgy handout. Continue Reading
• Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Miriam Fields z”l (6/20/2022) - Miriam Fields passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022.  For years, Miriam co-led our Hesed initiatives at Bonai Shalom and lovingly helped take care of so many in the community.  Continue Reading
• Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Charlene Engleberg z”l (6/20/2022) - Charlene Engleberg died on Saturday, June 18, 2022, of Interstitial Lung Disease. Continue Reading
• Friday on Flagstaff Shabbat Service (6/16/2022) - Are you ready for a unique Boulder Shabbat? Join the Adventure Rabbis, Rabbi Jamie Korngold and Rabbi Alan Shavit-Lonstein for Friday on Flagstaff tonight. Continue Reading
• Join Jonathan Lev in Support of JCC Krakow and Ukrainian Refugees at the 2022 Ride For The Living (6/14/2022) - The Boulder JCC is thrilled to support Executive Director Jonathan Lev as he and his wife Lyndsay participate in the 2022 Ride For The Living in Krakow, Poland.  Continue Reading
• Raphael Avery B’nai Mitzvah (6/14/2022) - On Saturday, June 18th, 2022, Raphael Avery will be called to the Torah as B'nai Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
• Edie McBride Bat Mitzvah (6/14/2022) - On Saturday, June 18th, 2022, Edie McBride will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Jadyn Warshaw Bat Mitzvah (6/14/2022) - On Saturday, June 18th, 2022, Jadyn Warshaw will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah with Adventure Judaism. Continue Reading
• Get Ethically-Sourced Kosher Meat and Kosher Vegetarian Burgers at the Festival Sunday (6/9/2022) - It’s no longer enough just to offer glatt kosher burgers and hot dogs but one needs to serve food that meats the highest secular standards as well and the Boulder County Center for Judaism is stepping up to the plate. Continue Reading

Arts and Culture

• KGNU to Hold 34th Annual “The Charles” Sunday, July 24  (6/29/2022) - KGNU will continue a three-decade tradition on Sunday, July 24 with another musical performance extraordinaire at the Gold Hill Inn.   Continue Reading
• Documentary, “Voices of Palestine’s Future,” in the Works in Boulder (6/23/2022) - Two Boulder men named Bruce are working on a documentary of interviews filmed by and of Palestinian young adults talking about their hopes and dreams for the future. Continue Reading
• A Series of Feel-Good Films For The Summer Swings Into Action (6/23/2022) - Join Kathryn Bernheimer for a rousing baseball classic that will make you laugh, cry and cheer at the same time. Continue Reading
• Update from the Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Kol Nashim (6/7/2022) - The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Kol Nashim are back performing and are looking for new talent to join!  The choirs will be appearing on stage at the Boulder Jewish Festival on Sunday, June 12. Continue Reading
• This Week: Celebrate Dr. Ruth Westheimer’s 94th Birthday With A Virtual Presentation Of “Becoming Dr. Ruth” (6/7/2022) - Beloved psychologist Dr. Ruth Westheimer celebrates her 94th birthday this June, and in celebration, six-time Tony- and Emmy-nominated actor Tovah Feldshuh and the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust will present a special virtual broadcast of the one-woman Off-Broadway show, Becoming Dr. Ruth. Continue Reading

Events

• Manage Stress Through Mindful Movement at the Boulder JCC (6/29/2022) - The Boulder JCC is offering two opportunities this July to clear your mind, develop a new practice, connect with others, and get your blood flowing. No experience is necessary to be a part of these programs! Continue Reading
• Taste Fine (Kosher) Israeli Whiskey with the Boulder JCC (6/20/2022) - Join us at the Boulder JCC on July 14 for the Milk & Honey (M&H) Whiskey Tasting, listening to sommelier, Brian Dvoret, tell the remarkable story of the young Israelis who started a distillery in the last place you would expect, hot and humid Tel Aviv! Continue Reading
• Boulder JCC to Host Bike to Work Day Breakfast Station (6/12/2022) - The Boulder JCC will be providing breakfast snacks and festivities between 6:30 - 9:00 am, so stop and celebrate your sustainable transportation choice! Continue Reading
• Pick Up Your ARK Sunday at the Boulder Jewish Festival (6/9/2022) - Due to the chaos going on in the world, we decided to distribute ARKs at the Festival. Arks are giving boxes. ARK stands for Acts of Random Kindness. Stop by the Boulder County Center for Judaism's booth at the Boulder Jewish Festival this Sunday! Continue Reading
• Boulder JCC to Host “This Is [Not] Who We Are” Documentary Screening and Discussion (6/9/2022) - Boulder, Colorado, prides itself on being beautiful, welcoming, and inclusive. However, in 2019, racially-charged and dangerous policing involving a Black university student made national news. The documentary film, "This Is [Not] Who We Are," explores the gap between Boulder’s self-image and the more complex lived experiences—both historical and contemporary—of its Black citizens. Continue Reading
• Boulder Jewish Festival and Boulder Pride Share Downtown Boulder for Celebrations on June 12 (6/7/2022) - This Sunday, June 12, the Boulder Jewish Festival will be held in front of the Courthouse on the Pearl Street Mall, and the Pride Festival will take place in Boulder Central Park and the Boulder Bandshell (1212 Canyon Blvd). Continue Reading