At a ceremony hosted by the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center, Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmygal, the Head of the Presidential Office of Ukraine Andrii Yermak and Ukraine’s Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko honored Ukrainians who saved Jews during the Holocaust and announced that those still alive will receive a lifelong monthly state stipend, in recognition of their heroism.
Read More »The Case for Corporate Social Purpose and Community Investment
The need for businesses to focus on corporate social responsibility has never been more urgent, and the case for doing so has never been stronger.
Read More »Congregation Har HaShem Joins Mental Health Action Day
To address a global mental health crisis in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and amid the continued struggle of systemic racism, Congregation Har HaShem and more than 900 organizations, brands, government agencies and cultural leaders have signed on to be part of the inaugural Mental Health Action Day on Thursday, May 20 during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Read More »Column: The Yosefs Who Go Too Far
As an Israeli, Yosef should know that Israeli soldiers from Haifa or Tel Aviv are already “home” until the army deploys them to its territories, where most of the fighting usually takes place. American Jews are usually “home” in Philadelphia, Chicago or Los Angeles, and especially small towns, where they are often vulnerable to distorted verbal attacks on Israel.
Read More »Boulder JCC Seeks an HR Manager
Do you have a passion for human resources or know someone who does? Love the Boulder JCC? We’re hiring! The Boulder JCC is looking to add a talented and conscientious HR Manager to the team. This engaging role will have the opportunity to work closely with our leadership team as …
Read More »JEWISHcolorado Reconfirms 2021 Joyce Zeff Israel Study Tour
JEWISHcolorado has announced that its previously cancelled Joyce Zeff Israel Study Tour is back on for this summer with not just one but two trips for Colorado students.
Read More »Column: Human Rights Watch Report Spews Up The Usual Omissions And Distortions
Palestinian society paints itself into a corner for more than seven decades, and then their friends liken Israel to an apartheid state.
Read More »Upcoming Community Service Events: Baby Items and Blood Drives
The Boulder JCC is proud to partner with local community organizations in hosting community service events. All events will be held at the Boulder JCC.
Read More »A New Reason to Visit New Orleans: Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience to Open May 27
Officials with the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience (MSJE) announced today that the new attraction will open to the public on Thursday, May 27. Exhibits will explore the many ways Jews in the American South influenced and were influenced by the distinct cultural heritage of their communities.
Read More »U.S. Antisemitic Incidents Remained At Historic High in 2020
Antisemitic incidents remained at a historically high level across the United States in 2020, with a total of 2,024 incidents of assault, harassment and vandalism reported to ADL (the Anti-Defamation League).
Read More »Simon Wiesenthal Center Highlights Story of Native American Soldiers in Honor of 76th Anniversary of Liberation of Dachau Concentration Camp
In commemoration of the 76th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau Concentration Camp by American soldiers today, the Simon Wiesenthal Center Archives is highlighting the amazing story of two Native American soldiers - twin brothers - and how one brother helped liberate hundreds of prisoners.
Read More »Rabbi Bruce Dollin Announces Retirement from HEA After 27 Years
After nearly 30 years of service for the Hebrew Educational Alliance, Sr. Rabbi Bruce Dollin is announcing his plan to retire in October of 2022.
Read More »Eight Steps for Effective Family Giving
Some of the challenges we face in today’s world may seem intractable; however the opportunities for family philanthropy to make a difference are better defined.
Read More »The Land Of Hearts
This Friday is Lag B’omer, a day of celebration for several reasons. So how does a good heart fit in to this picture?
Read More »Israel Council-General Will Brief Community Tuesday Morning
JEWISHcolorado invites you to join a briefing by Dr. Hillel Newman, Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles, on Tuesday, April 27, at 8:30 am MT. Open to register.
Read More »A Creative Solution Leads to a Life-Changing Intervention
What started as an inquiry into signing “Jeffrey” up for homemaker services through JFS Boulder turned in to a life-changing intervention.
Read More »Column: Insane Ruling On Jewish Woman’s Murder: Maybe The French Court Is On Drugs
To paraphrase our insanity defense standard, a suspect who cannot distinguish between right and wrong in killing his Jewish neighbor is not guilty of committing a crime. France’s version of our Supreme Court moved close to such a conclusion when it ruled that Kobili Traore cannot stand trial for killing a Jewish woman since his state of mind was influenced by consumption of cannabis.
Read More »Father Patrick Desbois to Head the Academic Council of the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center
Father Patrick Desbois, who visited Boulder in 2018 with his Holocaust by Bullets exhibit, was named Chair of the Academic Council at the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center.
Read More »Put Your Values Into Action: Applications Now Open for “Serve the Moment” Summer Service Corps
Part-time, paid Corps Members serve virtually or in person with local nonprofit partners in Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. The fellowship runs from June 21 - July 30, 2021.
Read More »JEWISHcolorado Honored with FBI Community Leadership Award
JEWISHcolorado is being honored with the prestigious 2020 Federal Bureau of Investigation Director’s Community Leadership Award. This award recognizes institutions that have demonstrated outstanding contributions to their local communities by assisting the FBI in combatting crime, terrorism, drugs, and violence in America.
Read More »Registration Is Open for Tuv Ha’Aretz, Boulder’s Jewish CSA
The 12th season of Tuv Ha’Aretz (“good for the earth” and “good from the earth” in Hebrew) will begin May 18th. Our local partner Red Wagon Farm will provide 23 weeks of delicious, wholesome veggies through October 21st.
Read More »Is Suicide a Jewish Problem?
Ten years ago, I lost my 16-year-old son Jesse, to suicide and I wrote an article for the Boulder Jewish News, about the loss, the community response, and some things people could do to support suicide prevention efforts. At the time, I didn’t really care whether suicide was a “Jewish …
Read More »Prince Philip and My Dad
It is hard to believe that we are approaching the fifth anniversary of my father Alan’s death, and I believe that in some way his soul is still sailing.
Read More »Column: Arab Refugee Aid Could Endanger Israelis
Certainly the refugees should be helped, but it is bothersome that the Arab nations have done little or nothing for them.
Read More »Haver Calls For Action In Support Of Uyghurs In China
Once again, we find ourselves called to action to speak out against genocide, religious persecution, and human rights offenses. The plight of the Uyghur Muslims in China is one of the most abominable crises affecting our world today.
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