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Shabbat shalom! Next week we welcome simultaneously the month of April and the holiday of Passover. We have a few Passover-related posts by now, and you can see them all on our self-updating Passover page.
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 are now in the month of Nissan, 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. 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: The Intifada, Now Globalized (3/26/2026) - Bruce Ticker ties together recent antisemitic incidents in New Jersey, London, Chicago and Melbourne to demonstrate its global reach. Continue Reading
- Jewsplaining Antisemitism to Antisemites (3/22/2026) - A guest commentary from the Rebbitzman, Joshua Kail. Continue Reading
- Letter: More on Prof. Mamdani (3/22/2026) - The letter criticizes Professor Mahmoud Mamdani for undermining Israel's legitimacy, failing to address Palestinian leadership shortcomings, and highlights Israel's role in absorbing displaced Jews. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Building Your Village: Introducing the Chavurah Program at the Boulder JCC (3/26/2026) - The Boulder JCC's new Chavurah Program helps families connect and build lasting Jewish relationships through small friendship groups, enhancing community involvement. Continue Reading
- Speak of His Miracles (3/26/2026) - A new Passover poem from Lisa Tremback. Continue Reading
- Baruch Dayan HaEmet – Arnold Fridland z”l (3/22/2026) - The Boulder Chevra Kadisha sadly notifies you of the death and need for shmira and tahara of Arnold Fridland, age 90, a member of Har Hashem. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
- Celebrating a Century of Laughter (3/26/2026) - Join Kathryn Bernheimer for a three week Exchange class on Jewish Screen Comedy at the Boulder JCC. Continue Reading
Events
- Discover the Unexpected: What to Expect at JFest 2026 (3/26/2026) - JFest at Boulder JCC on April 18 celebrates a decade of community with vibrant activities, unique refreshments, and a joyful dress code, inviting donations for attendance. Continue Reading
- Jewish National Fund-USA to Host “The Strength to Stand” Featuring Mother of Former Hostage in Gaza (3/26/2026) - Shelly Shem Tov will share her inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy for hostages, particularly her son Omer, at a Jewish National Fund-USA event on March 25. Continue Reading
- Check Out April Line Up of Men of the J Activities (3/26/2026) - Happy Spring! Numerous events are scheduled for April 8, including a Men's Breakfast, Beginner Canasta class, and a discussion group. But there is more coming in April. Register now! Continue Reading
- Koolulam to Perform at JEWISHcolorado’s Celebrate Israel Festival (3/26/2026) - JEWISHcolorado invites the community to Celebrate Israel 2026 on May 3 in Denver, honoring Israel's culture through music, food, and connection. Registration is required. Continue Reading
Shabbat Shalom! It’s wonderful to see the Chavurah Program launching at the Boulder JCC—building those small ‘village’ connections is so vital. Also, looking forward to checking out the Passover page as we head into April. Thanks for keeping the community so well-connected!