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Shabbat shalom!
This Sunday, April 26th, Boulder’s own Jewish community historian, Roxanne Bailin, will be giving a talk at Congregation Har HaShem on the history of Jewish Women of the Wild West. Her talk will highlight the important roles these women played in building communities, maintaining traditions and shaping Jewish life on the American frontier. Registration is still open.
In September, we began a new column with Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz, a 12-part column exploring the spiritual and psychological wisdom of each Hebrew month. Drawing from Torah, Kabbalah, Mussar, and seasonal awareness, each installment highlights core themes, practices, and reflections to help ground us in sacred time. Join us on this monthly journey through the Jewish calendar. We have now reached the 7th month, Iyar, so be sure to check out this latest entry. Links to her earlier columns are included.
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with our brothers and sisters under attack in London, West Bloomfield, Australia, the UK, Israel, Ukraine, and in Boulder. Am Yisrael Chai!
Here are the stories from this week.
News/Columns/Letters
- A Night to Remember: JFest Highlights and Heartfelt Thanks (4/23/2026) - JFest celebrated 585 attendees and surpassed its $435,000 fundraising goal, fostering community and connection at the Boulder JCC's 10-year milestone. Continue Reading
- Jewish Agency Survey Reveals Widespread Hope About World Jewry’s Future (4/19/2026) - The "One People Report" reveals 74% of young Jews feel they can shape their community's future, highlighting resilience amid rising antisemitism. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Wellsprings Monthly Kabbalat Shabbat Service and Dinner This Friday (4/23/2026) - Wellsprings invites everyone to tonight's monthly musical Kabbalat Shabbat and vegetarian potluck dinner in Boulder. Continue Reading
- Shabbat + Resilience (4/23/2026) - Meet at Boulder Public Library on May 9 for a discussion on resilience through a humanistic Judaism lens, followed by lunch at Mustard’s Last Stand. All are welcome. Continue Reading
- Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Iyar (4/23/2026) - Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's monthly column explores the spiritual significance of Iyar, emphasizing healing, preparation, and the importance of personal growth during this transitional period. Continue Reading
- Gang War Intercepted – With A Dash of Courage and A Generous Helping of Torah (4/23/2026) - The Rebbe of Kotsk said we need to study the stories and details of the Exodus as if they would be the most intricate Talmudic text. Continue Reading
- The Invitation of Tiferet: Finding Balance in Difficult Times (4/19/2026) - "I restate my position that I am an unashamedly Zionist rabbi in a Zionist synagogue within a Zionist movement, and I will be mourning the losses with Israelis in our community on Monday night at the JCC, and celebrating Israel’s 78th birthday on Tuesday night. " Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
Events
- Bridging Identity and Advocacy: An Evening with Matthew Nouriel and Miri Kornfeld (4/23/2026) - Boulder's Jewish community will host an event featuring Matthew Nouriel and Miri Kornfeld, focusing on Persian/Jewish heritage, social justice, and unity through cultural flavors and activism. Continue Reading
- Community Yom HaZikaron Program Monday Night (4/19/2026) - Join IAC at the Boulder JCC Monday night, April 20 for the community's Yom HaZikaron commemoration. Continue Reading
