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Shabbat shalom. There is certainly something to be thankful for in the hostage release and temporary ceasefire of the last few days. This next week sees both Colorado Gives Day event (December 5th) and the beginning of the Chanukah holiday of light, which the world sorely needs. (First night is Thursday, December 7.)
Boulder County Center for Judaism again will be leading two public menorah lightings: Lafayette on Night 1, and in front of the Courthouse Lawn on the Pearl St. Mall on Night 5 (Monday, December 11).
And Congregation Har HaShem’s Chanukah Bazaar is open for the season!
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
- Herut North America Announces a Day of Jewish Pride (11/30/2023) - Herut North America is planning a day of Jewish Pride for December 7, 2023, encouraging Jews to celebrate their heritage in response to rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism. Continue Reading
- Column: A Future for Israel? (11/30/2023) - “Palestinians Must Have Hope for a Brighter Future,” urges a New York Times headline. It tops a Thanksgiving Day opinion piece authored by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. Hope for what? To kill more Jews? What about hope for the Jewish people? Continue Reading
- Letter to Boulder City Council: Tearing Down of Hostage Signs on Pearl Street Mall (11/30/2023) - I am asking that City Council reach out to the Boulder Police Department to request that if people are seen ripping down these posters, or vandalizing them in any way, they will be asked to stop. Continue Reading
- Jewish Community Relations Council Responds to Anti-Israel Claims (11/27/2023) - The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is opposing anti-Israeli groups calling for disruptions to the Jewish National Fund's (JNF) Global Conference in Denver. JCRC affirms JNF's broad-reaching humanitarian work benefits Israelis of all backgrounds, despite certain protests against the organization. Continue Reading
- Letter: ADL Deeply Disturbed by Colorado State Lawmaker’s Disruption (11/27/2023) - I agree with ADL’s Scott Levin that it was inappropriate for Representative Epps to try to insert anti-Israel language into legislation regarding a program to provide food for poor children. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Second Annual Latkes and Lights Chanukah Celebration at JCC Denver Is Sunday December 3 (11/30/2023) - WHO: Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver); local restaurants including KeepSake Colorado, Latke Love, Leven Deli Co., Rosenberg’s, Safta, Zaidy’s and more; guest judges including 9News meteorologist, Chris Bianchi, food blogger and writer, Kristina Vasquez, Colorado Public Radio host, Ryan Warner, state representative of House District 2, Steven Woodrow; and the greater Denver community. WHAT: The second annual Latkes and Lights… Continue Reading
- A Compilation of Jewish and Israel Resources and Links for These Troubling Times (11/30/2023) - The BJN is gathering links to programs, resources and sources that you might find helpful and/or interesting during this latest Israel crisis. Continue Reading
- Visiting Scholar Will Offer “Authentic Responses” This Weekend (11/27/2023) - Dr./Rabbi/Professor/Musician Shaul Magid will be in Boulder this weekend for a series of talks, lectures, and a musical program, from November 30-December 2. Continue Reading
- Chanukah on Pearl Will Shine a Light (11/27/2023) - Chanukah on Pearl, sponsored by the Boulder JCC and the Boulder County Center for Judaism, will take place on the fifth night of Chanukah. Continue Reading
- Harper Hammer-Cadora Bet Mitzvah (11/27/2023) - On Saturday, December 2nd, 2023 Harper Hammer-Cadora will be called to the Torah as Bet Mitzvah at Congregation Har HaShem. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
- Join Sid Fox for an Insightful Exploration of Creation Stories and Human Evolution (11/30/2023) - CU Retired Faculty Association will present 'In the Beginning' talk by Sid Fox, exploring human evolution's captivating saga and milestones, on December 4th, with a Zoom attendance option. Continue Reading
Events
- Celebrate the New Year of Chassidus, This Sunday! (11/30/2023) - Join us on Sunday, December 3 for an evening of song and Chassidic teachings in honor of the Chassidic holiday of Yud-Tes Kislev. Continue Reading
- Upcoming Israel Programs You Won’t Want to Miss (11/30/2023) - The Boulder JCC is working to create Israel programming that meets the needs of our community, as well as amplifying programs of our national partners that may be of interest. Continue Reading
- Lifelong Learning Open House Set for December 6 (11/27/2023) - To launch the winter term of EXCHANGE, the Boulder JCC is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, December 6. Bagels, coffee, and tea will be served. Continue Reading
