Jewish Life

Shabbat + Resilience

Shabbat + Resilience

Meet at Boulder Public Library on May 9 for a discussion on resilience through a humanistic Judaism lens, followed by lunch at Mustard’s Last Stand. All are welcome.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Iyar

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's monthly column explores the spiritual significance of Iyar, emphasizing healing, preparation, and the importance of personal growth during this transitional period.

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The Invitation of Tiferet: Finding Balance in Difficult Times

The Invitation of Tiferet: Finding Balance in Difficult Times

"I restate my position that I am an unashamedly Zionist rabbi in a Zionist synagogue within a Zionist movement, and I will be mourning the losses with Israelis in our community on Monday night at the JCC, and celebrating Israel’s 78th birthday on Tuesday night. "

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Seder Fool’s Day

Seder Fool’s Day

In 2026, April Fool’s Day coincides with Passover, encouraging playful pranks during the seder, enhancing discussion, and humorously engaging family traditions while maintaining tradition.

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Broken Matzah – Chag Sameach

Broken Matzah – Chag Sameach

We all prepare for and practice this holiday differently and it is full of memory and meaning as we perform the rituals, eat the special food and tell the story, different each year because we are different; the world is different. Mah nishtanah?!

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Facts About Western Wall Access During Passover

Facts About Western Wall Access During Passover

Before certain media and social media sources can publish disinformation about Jerusalem closures this week, BJN is publishing the official release from the Western Wall Heritage Foundation, the Israel Police, and the Jerusalem Municipality. Monday | 12 Nisan 5786 | March 30, 2026 Joint statement by the Western Wall Heritage …

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All You Need Is… a Haggadah!

All You Need Is… a Haggadah!

Join your seder celebration with a Beatles-inspired Haggadah (or others) from Recustom, offering innovative rituals and engaging resources for a magical Passover experience.

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The Wicked Child Support Group

The Wicked Child Support Group

by Joshua Kail, The Rebbitzman We are fast approaching Pesach. A holiday where Jews come together, tell the story of the Exodus, share a meal, and most importantly, welcome the stranger. Yet, there is one group of people who are not given the same kindness and empathy that we give to …

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Nissan

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Nissan, a month of renewal and emergence in the Jewish calendar, emphasizes acknowledgment, responsibility, and the importance of beginning again, especially through the lens of Pesach.

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