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Shabbat shalom!
Our thoughts and prayers are once again with our brothers and sisters under attack in Israel, Ukraine, and the women of this country.
Stay warm, stay safe and stay healthy. Am Yisrael Chai!
Here are stories from the last week:
News/Columns/Letters
- Column: When Russia, China Chide Israel for ‘Inhumane Operation’ (3/28/2024) - Russian and Chinese U.N. vetoes contrast with Israeli democracy as Nebenzia, backing a temporary Gaza cease-fire, overlooks Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and China's human rights abuses. Continue Reading
- Letter: Islamophobia DOES NOT Equal Antisemitism (3/28/2024) - Many people especially in academia and politics propound the calumny that antisemitism and islamophobia are two sides of the same coin. NOTHING could be further from the truth. Continue Reading
- Letter: Palestinian Refugees or State? (3/26/2024) - The author expresses frustration that Palestinians are not building a state that coexists with Israel and criticizes Arab nations for not integrating Palestinian refugees, contrasting this with Israel's absorption of Mizrachi Jews. They support Netanyahu's peace prerequisites, emphasizing Israel's current priorities over political changes. Continue Reading
- Rabbi Korngold to Receive Doctor of Divinity Degree from Hebrew Union College (3/24/2024) - Rabbi Jamie Korngold, a.k.a. The Adventure Rabbi, will be receiving an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from HUC-JIR for 25 years of service to the Jewish people. Continue Reading
- Column: Jews Should Not Take Joy in Terrorists Being Killed (3/24/2024) - When the Almighty punishes murderers, we can rejoice but not by jumping for joy or saying mazal tov to the IDF. As despicable as terrorists were, don't celebrate their deaths. God doesn't want that. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Avodat Lev – Service of the Heart at Bonai Shalom (3/26/2024) - Bonai Shalom is excited to announce a new monthly alternative Shabbat morning service led by Rabbi Eva Sax-Bolder. Continue Reading
- Passover In Moab: April 19-21, 2024 (3/26/2024) - A highlight of Adventure Judaism's year is always our Passover in Moab retreat. We hike, eat great food, and make new friends as we celebrate being Jewish outside. Continue Reading
- Celebrate Passover at the Boulder JCC (3/26/2024) - The Boulder JCC offers numerous events for all ages to come together and celebrate Passover leading up to the holiday. Continue Reading
- Queen Esther and Superman (3/24/2024) - A Purim Teaching by Rebecca Shavit-Lonstein Continue Reading
- Emmet Lowe Bar Mitzvah (3/24/2024) - Today, Sunday, March 24, 2024, Emmet Lowe was called to the Torah as Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Bonai Shalom. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
- With But a Brushstroke of Sound (3/28/2024) - A new poem from Lisa Tremback Continue Reading
Events
- Collecting Testimonies, Facing War and Genocide in Ukraine (3/28/2024) - Edward Serotta, founder of Centropa, will present experiences and interviews with Ukraine genocide survivors at CU Boulder, and streamed on Zoom. Continue Reading
- Beit Dvash Beekeeping Collective Launches at Boulder JCC (3/28/2024) - Beit Dvash, a new beekeeping collective at Boulder JCC, offers community engagement and education in sustainable apiculture, starting April 14th. No experience required. Continue Reading
- Comedy, Live Music, Queer Seder and a Dance Party at the JCC Denver in April and May (3/28/2024) - Upcoming JCC Denver events include a comedy show, Queer Seder, Senior Prom, Avourneen concert, and the KlezKolorado festival, embracing diverse communities and celebrations. Continue Reading
- Men of the J April 2024 Events (3/28/2024) - Check out all the wonderful opportunities for fellowship during the month of April! Continue Reading
- Am Yisrael Chai: A JEWISHcolorado Celebrate Israel Event (3/28/2024) - Join JEWISHcolorado's Am Yisrael Chai Festival on May 5 to celebrate Israel with music, food, and community solidarity in Denver. Registration is open! Continue Reading
