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“a mesmerizing blend of centuries-old traditions” -Chicago Sun-Times “wild mix of guttural vocals with theatrical flair… They are earthy and sweet, with a kick.”  -MinnPost Ukrainian sirens YAGÓDY, will return to the U.S in early 2026 for a breathtaking new tour highlighted by a performance at the renowned Big Ears …

Ukrainian group YAGÓDY releases “BRamaYa,” an anthem of resilience amid war, while preparing for their North American tour (including the Dairy Arts Center) and Eurovision entry.

Edward Serotta, founder of Centropa, will present experiences and interviews with Ukraine genocide survivors at CU Boulder, and streamed on Zoom.

Lisa Tremback offers a powerful poem about current events in Europe.

With thousands of Ukrainian Jews displaced from their homes and Pesach just two days away, some intrepid individuals are taking action to ensure that they can celebrate the Festival of Redemption with sentiments of joy and freedom.

The Jewish Agency for Israel will hold a special Passover seder for hundreds of Ukrainian refugees who are staying at the organization’s Aliyah (immigration to Israel) processing centers in the region and are preparing for their departure to Israel. In addition, The Jewish Agency will also host special seders in Ethiopia for its future olim (immigrants) set to make Aliyah.

We thank the many Coloradans who have generously supported this effort through JEWISHcolorado, and we want to provide the following details of how dollars have been put to work immediately to help those in need.

A new poem from Lisa Tremback.

In anticipation of a massive wave of Aliyah from Ukraine, The Jewish Agency for Israel has launched its ‘Aliyah Express’ program, which will expedite the immigration process resulting in thousands of Ukrainian olim arriving in Israel per week.

Updates from The Jewish Agency for Israel as of March 9, 2022 regarding its emergency operations surrounding the war in Ukraine.

Wow! We were blown away by the talk from Rabbi Levitansky of Sumy, Ukraine, he radiated calm in the midst of the chaos of street to street combat and war battles around him.

Updates from The Jewish Agency for Israel as of March 3, 2022 regarding its emergency operations along the Ukrainian border.

Who is to say that right now Hashem is not acting measure for measure against the Ukrainian people for their massive collaboration with the Nazis in which they enthusiastically assisted in the murder of hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian Jews?

We pray for the safety of our Jewish brethren in Ukraine along with all people in the affected areas.

In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, JEWISHcolorado has joined the Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) $16 million emergency campaign to provide humanitarian assistance to vulnerable Jewish populations living in Ukraine.

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.

In "Treasure Under the Bridge: Pilgrimage to the Hasidic Masters of Ukraine," Rabbi Marc Soloway invites us on his personal journey to modern day Ukraine to visit the graves of the Hasidic Masters.

A Fire in the Forest - The Life and Legacy of the Ba'al Shem Tov - premiers tonight on Rocky Mountain PBS..

A Fire in the Forest - The Life and Legacy of the Ba'al Shem Tov - premiers this week in Boulder.

Interested in Ukrainian or Polish Archival Records? Come to this JGSCO program on January 8th here in Boulder.

Rabbi Marc Soloway reflects on core teachings and stories of the Baal Shem Tov, with never-before seen film!

Rabbi Marc will reflect on his learning and discovery during his trip to the Ukraine "In Search of the Wisdom and Legacy of the Baal Shem Tov."

Rabbi Marc Soloway shares stories from his journey to find the Baal Shem Tov and his disciples, and what is left of Jewish life, in Ukraine.