Weekly Edition: October 2nd, 2026

Shabbat shalom and best wishes for a happy healthy 5787! This weekend marks the end of Sukkot and Simcha Torah, bringing this holiday season to an end. A friend sent this video of her son speaking about Jonah on Yom Kippur, and it resonated with me, so I thought I would share it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsF_yf-7U0k&authuser=0

Here are the stories from this week.

News/Columns/Letters

• Team VeloJews Rides Again (10/1/2026) - Carol Secor will participate in the ALYN Hospital Wheels of Love Bike Ride, honoring her late husband Joe while seeking donations for critical pediatric rehabilitation services. Continue Reading
• Column: The Prime Minister’s U.N. Speech Does Not Help American Jews (10/1/2026) - It is doubtful that many people took Benjamin Netanyahu seriously when he addressed the United Nations General Assembly. Continue Reading
• Opinion: Ending the Era of “Palestinianism” (10/1/2026) - Since the days of Napoleon's landing upon the shores of Egypt at the very end of the 18th Century bringing with him the modern era to the Middle East, the Islamists of the region have been unable to free themselves from the shackles of inferiority and self-destructive primal rage that typifies the hatred of modern… Continue Reading
• On Numinous Lungs – A Tribute To Karyn Schad (9/30/2026) - Karyn Schad exemplified love and resilience throughout her life and illness, inspiring others with her focus on giving and appreciation as she transcended mortal challenges. Continue Reading

Jewish Life

• Let’s Rejoice Together This Weekend (10/1/2026) - Join us for final holiday gatherings in the Sukkah on Friday night, and Shul on Saturday night, featuring food, dancing, and then an important Torah service on Sunday. Continue Reading
• Join the Club! (10/1/2026) - On October 4, we restart the Torah reading cycle with Bereishis. Join the Tuesday Torah Club for wisdom, snacks, and community Tuesdays at 5:30 PM. Continue Reading
• Bring Your Congregation into the Black (Book of Life) This 5787 (10/1/2026) - Many congregations face declining membership and financial struggles. Solutions include hiring cost-effective clergy substitutes and innovative fundraising methods like "Nudges." Continue Reading
• Join The Fun as The Jewish Dating Game Comes to Denver with JAAMM (9/30/2026) - The Jewish Dating Game, a live matchmaking show created by Linnea Sage, debuts in Denver on October 13, offering connection and community for all. Continue Reading
• Leo Dembowitz Bar Mitzvah (9/30/2026) - On Saturday, September 26th, 2026, Leo Dembowitz was called to the Torah as Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Bonai Shalom. Continue Reading
• Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Karen Schad z”l (9/27/2026) - Karyn Jo Schad passed away peacefully, surrounded in love, at her home on Friday, September 25, 2026. She was 76. Continue Reading

Arts and Culture

• Jeff & Paige Bring Rainbow Socks to PBS October 4 (9/28/2026) - "Rainbow Socks" is a new live-action series starring Boulder locals Jeff & Paige that combines music, movement, and science to inspire children aged 4-8 to explore nature outdoors. Continue Reading
• “Always A Boy” Premieres At JAAMM Fest Oct. 9 (9/28/2026) - "Always A Boy," adapted from Jo Ivester's memoir, explores family and identity as Joshua transitions while preparing for a wedding, showing love and acceptance. Continue Reading
• A Night of Parisian Jazz with the Jessica Gabrielle Quartet (9/27/2026) - Jessica Gabrielle will perform at Nocturne Jazz Club on October 2nd with a talented rhythm section, blending pop, jazz, and soul influences. Jessica is the daughter of Sylvain and Pam Hayoun of Boulder. Continue Reading

Events

• Men of the J Announces October Schedule (9/30/2026) - Upcoming events for October include discussion groups, breakfast, hikes and a brewery meet up. Continue Reading
• JADE’s Latest “Boulder Death Schmooze” Set for October 22 (9/30/2026) - Join the Boulder Death Schmooze on May 6th for open discussions on death and loss in a supportive community. Share stories, reflect, and enjoy refreshments. Free, and donations welcome. Continue Reading
• An Evening with 10/7 Survivors Yosef Chaim Ohana and Daniel Sharabi (9/28/2026) - On October 6th, Hillel and Chabad of CU Boulder hosts a commemoration for the October 7th attacks, featuring speakers Yosef Chaim Ohana and Daniel Sharabi. Continue Reading
• Shabbat + Global Little Free Libraries with Beth Ami (9/28/2026) - Beth Ami hosts a Shabbat and talk by Russell Schnell about Little Free Libraries, promoting community sharing and reading on October 10. Continue Reading
• Free “Sing-Along in the Sukkah” Wednesday (9/27/2026) - The Colorado Hebrew Chorale invites the community to join them for their annual “Sing-Along in the Sukkah” to be held during Chol HaMoed Sukkot, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, 7:30 pm at a SE Denver location, rain or shine. The informal gathering in a Sukkah includes light refreshments and singing an array of Israeli classics, Hebrew… Continue Reading