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Shabbat Shalom!
In Boulder on Sunday, the weekly Run For Their Lives walk for the remaining hostages will take place for the 91st week, beginning at 10:30 am at Pearl and 8th streets. There will be security accompanying the walk.
Here is Morah Yehudis‘ take on this week’s Torah Portion.
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with our brothers and sisters under attack in Israel, Ukraine, and in Boulder. May the remaining injured from June 1’s attack have a refuah shlemah, a full and complete recovery. Am Yisrael Chai!
Here are the stories from this week:
News/Columns/Letters
- Column: A Bridge to Anti-Israel Hypocrisy (8/14/2025) - “The world’s gone mad,” says Greg Mullins, 66, as he joined a massive march across the Sydney Harbor Bridge. Continue Reading
- Opinion: Israel Strikes Again (8/11/2025) - On July 31, Israeli destroyed the propagation units of the Palestinian National Seed Bank in the West Bank city of Hebron. Israel used for its legal justification that the structure was constructed without a building permit. Continue Reading
- Opinion: Gaza as an Abraham Accord Protectorate (8/11/2025) - Barry Shaw outlines the concept of protectorates, emphasizing Gaza's potential future as a demilitarized, independent state under international protection, aiming for eventual UN membership. Continue Reading
- Letter: Palestinian Leaders Have Shown No Interest in Building a State (8/11/2025) - It's sad, but true, Palestinian leaders have shown no interest in building a state in which their people could become productive citizens and build better lives for their children. Indeed, the leaders' interest is more focused on delegitimizing and destroying the nation-state of the Jews than on building a Palestinian state. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- JEWISHcolorado’s Shinshinim Going and Coming (8/14/2025) - Farewell to Last Year’s Shinshinim One year ago, JEWISHcolorado’s five Shinshinim arrived with high hopes for building connections between Israel and Colorado. Last week, they returned to Israel after a year of service and just before beginning the next chapter—serving in the army. Before they left, JEWISHcolorado spoke with them about their future plans and… Continue Reading
- Zoe Sutton Bet Mitzvah (8/14/2025) - On Saturday, August 16th,, 2025, Zoe Sutton will be called to the Torah as Bet Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
- A Taste of Shabbos – Parashat Ekev (8/13/2025) - Ekev is a rather curious name for a parasha. Its primary meaning is ‘heel.’ After a few recent falls, I began watching some You Tube tips about better balance for seniors. One of the most helpful was to step on my heels before I put my foot down. I’m not sure anatomically why that is… Continue Reading
- JBI Library Announces Expanded Free High Holy Days Offerings for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision (8/11/2025) - JBI Library, under Executive Director Michelle Shapiro Abraham, expands accessibility for High Holy Days with virtual workshops, free materials in various formats, and sensory programs. Continue Reading
- Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Bruria Bodek Falik z”l (8/11/2025) - SHIVA UPDATE. Bruria Bodek Falik, mother of Daniel Falk, passed away on Tisha b'Av, last Sunday August 3, 2025 at the age of 93. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
Events
- Upcoming Safety Trainings at the Boulder JCC (8/14/2025) - The Boulder JCC is partnering with the Secure Community Network to offer a series of training sessions. Everyone in the community is invited to attend. Thursday, August 21: Be Aware: An Introduction to Situational Awareness is designed to teach the principles of situational awareness in your everyday life. Topics include defining situational awareness and its importance,… Continue Reading
- Tonight: The Reasons for Antisemitism and What it Means Now (8/13/2025) - Thursday, August 14 | 6:30 - 8 pm | $10Why have Jews been the target of history’s most persistent and universal hatred? Why does the very word "Jew" evoke such powerful and often negative reactions? What does it mean to be Jewish in 2025? Join renowned scholar and bestselling author Rabbi Joseph Telushkin for an eye-opening exploration of… Continue Reading
- Empowering Women from Within: Boulder JCC’s Women of the J Upcoming Women’s Health Programs (8/13/2025) - The Boulder JCC’s Women of the J group is launching programs focused on women's health, including screenings, discussions, hikes, and supportive community activities throughout the year. Continue Reading
- Walk With Us This Week, Together, For the Hostages (8/13/2025) - Run4TheirLives Boulder will walk for the 91st consecutive week this Sunday in support of the hostages being held in Gaza. Please join us. Continue Reading
