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Shabbat shalom!
In September, we began a new column with Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz, who is offering a 12-part column exploring the spiritual and psychological wisdom of each Hebrew month. Drawing from Torah, Kabbalah, Mussar, and seasonal awareness, each installment will highlight core themes, practices, and reflections to help ground us in sacred time. Join us on this monthly journey through the Jewish calendar. The most recent post is about Tevet.
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with our brothers and sisters under attack in Australia, the UK, 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
- Discover Winter Fun and Creativity For Your Kids at the Boulder JCC (1/8/2026) - In 2026, Boulder JCC offers diverse winter programs for children, including arts, athletics, and special camps, promoting creativity and active engagement. Early registration is recommended. Continue Reading
- Stop Antisemitism Colorado Relaunching as Colorado Jewish Action Alliance (1/8/2026) - Stop Antisemitism Colorado is now the Colorado Jewish Action Alliance (COJAA), focusing on political engagement and community alliances to combat antisemitism and enhance Jewish political power. Continue Reading
- Column: Jews on a Political Tightrope (1/8/2026) - Democratic support for pro-Israel candidates is dwindling, with primary challenges intensifying for representatives like Daniel Goldman, as party members express increasingly critical views on Israel amid rising antisemitism. Continue Reading
- Opinion: Three Ways to Slant the News Against Israel (1/8/2026) - Dr. Raphael Medoff critiques a New York Times article for employing biased techniques that misrepresent Jewish community opinions and downplay the impact of controversial actions. Continue Reading
- Adventure Awaits: Discovering the Magic of Boulder JCC’s Cherryvale Day Camp (1/7/2026) - Boulder JCC’s Cherryvale Camps provide enriching summer experiences for kids aged 4-13. Registration opens this weekend! Continue Reading
- Heavy Rainfall Turns the Northern and Western Negev Green Following Years of War (1/5/2026) - The western Negev has transformed with vegetation growth and water accumulation after heavy rains, revitalizing the arid landscape. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Tevet (1/7/2026) - Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores Tevet's paradoxical energies of judgment and introspection, inviting deeper awareness and purpose during this winter month of quiet transformation. Continue Reading
- Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Wayne Lloyd Dicksteen z”l (1/5/2026) - Wayne Lloyd Dicksteen died on Sunday, January 4th, following a brain-stem stroke on January 1st at his home in North Boulder. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
- Finding Spirituality Through Singing (1/8/2026) - Rabbi Daniel Freelander will present “Finding Spirituality Through Singing” at the Hebrew Educational Alliance on Jan. 15, 2026. Admission is free. Continue Reading
- First Week of Broken Ties, Lies, and I Don’t Knows (1/8/2026) - A new poem by Lisa Tremback Continue Reading
Events
- Preserving the Unspoken: Boulder JCC to Host Documentaries on Holocaust Survival and Modern Empathy (1/8/2026) - The Boulder JCC presents a cinematic series for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, highlighting forgotten narratives and promoting awareness through screenings and discussions. Continue Reading
- RSVP for Brunch and Learn this Sunday, Jan. 11! (1/7/2026) - Join us for our biweekly brunch and learns, starting January 11, led by Pam Sherman on resilience. Sponsored by Crist Mortuary. RSVP for details. Continue Reading
- Rooted in Tradition: Boulder JCC’s Milk and Honey Farm Welcomes Families for “Farmside Shabbat” (1/7/2026) - As the frost settles over the Front Range, the Boulder JCC is inviting its youngest community members and their caregivers to find warmth, connection, and a touch of nature at the Milk and Honey Farm. This January, the farm will host two distinct "Farmside Shabbat" events, blending Jewish tradition with hands-on agricultural exploration. The programs… Continue Reading
- The Unofficial History of Jewish Boulder (1/5/2026) - David Fellows, Publisher of Boulder Jewish News, will give a talk titled “The Unofficial History of Jewish Boulder as told by David Fellows” on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Continue Reading
