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Shabbat shalom! Now that we’re heading into the meat of summer, stay cool and cover up when you’re under the hot sun! (That was the Jewish Mother voice in all of us coming out.)
Last 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 into the ninth month, Tammuz, so be sure to check out this latest entry. Links to her earlier columns (months 1-8) are included.
Here are the stories from this week.
News/Columns/Letters
- Column: Graham Platner Is Hardly the Only Israel-Basher Who Is Vulnerable (7/9/2026) - The Platner implosion should prove to the Jewish community that it can prevail over these arrogant “progressives” who are stomping all over us to build a political empire. Continue Reading
- Finding Joy, Connection, and Community at Sababa Afterschool (7/7/2026) - Sababa Boulder Valley launches its second school year, offering engaging Jewish afterschool programs for children, fostering community, exploration, and personal growth through diverse activities. Continue Reading
- Looking for Peaches? Rotary Can Help! (7/7/2026) - Erie Rotary Club is selling peaches to fund local projects and support community charities: order by July 15. Continue Reading
- Letter: Kiros and Chevalier Are Sincere in Their Concern. Their Blame is Misplaced. (7/7/2026) - I believe that Melat Kiros and Darialize Avila Chevalier are sincere in their concern for the plight of the stateless and poor Palestinians. However, I feel obliged to point out that Israel is not responsible for the Palestinians' plight. Continue Reading
- Letter: Is Brooklyn Circa 2026 Becoming Magdeburg, Germany Circa 1933? (7/7/2026) - Recently the Brooklyn Park Slope Food Coop banned products from Judea and Samaria where Jews have resided for over 3500 years, and a Brooklyn coffee shop posted on social media that Jews are not welcome. Continue Reading
Jewish Life
- Be Ready Long Before You Need This (7/9/2026) - Join us on July 20, 2026, for a guided visit to Boulder County cemeteries, focusing on pre-planning Jewish burial options and encouraging thoughtful decisions for final arrangements. Continue Reading
- Israel from Outside and In: A Love Letter (7/7/2026) - Former Boulder resident Stuart Feinhor reflects on their Jewish heritage, personal experiences in Israel, and the profound reasons behind making Aliyah, especially following recent events and personal convictions. Continue Reading
Arts and Culture
- Lights, Camera, Culture! Why You Can’t Miss This Year’s Boulder Jewish Film Festival (7/9/2026) - The Boulder Jewish Film Festival returns from October 25 to November 1, showcasing influential films celebrating Jewish contributions to culture and society. Tickets available October 8. Continue Reading
Events
- B’nai Butte Brings Acclaimed Actress Tovah Feldshuh to Crested Butte for Colorado Premiere of TOVAH (7/9/2026) - B’nai Butte will host Tovah Feldshuh for the Colorado premiere of her documentary, showcasing her career. The event includes dinner, a screening, and a Q&A on July 30, 2026. Continue Reading
