richards | June 27, 2017
The incident in Chicago, where a rainbow flag with a Jewish star was banned, unleashed a flood of reaction from Haaretz readers. Hear what they had to say, vote in a poll and join the conversation After women carrying Jewish Pride flags were banned from the annual Chicago Dyke March over the weekend, a debate on hostility to Zionism and Israel - and perceived anti-Semitism in the LGBT community - ensued. In Chicago, lesbians participating in the event were told they could not march with flags bearing a Star of David on a rainbow background
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richards | June 27, 2017
(From left:) Steve Frogue, son Jim Frogue, the late John G.
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richards | June 27, 2017
ArtScroll made it possible for anyone to study Talmud on his or her own, said Samuel C. Heilman, who specializes in Jewish studies as a distinguished professor of sociology at the City University of New York. The elegant ArtScroll siddur, or prayer book, used for daily Sabbath and holiday prayers is so sought after that more than a million copies have been printed.
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richards | June 27, 2017
The bima of Beth El, featuring the handmade wooden ark that found a permanent home in a former church. (Image courtesy of Congregation Beth El) Congregation Beth El in Bangor, Maine, will soonthrow one heck of a party. Its wont be a bar mitzvah party, or a wedding shindig, or a Purim rager, or a fundraising gala, or any other type of social affair that a synagoguewould typically put on
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admin | June 27, 2017
By Pat Padua, Special To The Washington Post Set in an Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem, The Womens Balcony centers on the literal breakdown of a synagogue. Structural damage to the womens seating section results in a social conflict one that resonates well beyond its specific milieu.
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admin | June 27, 2017
Please send religious events and ongoing listing changes at least two weeks before the event, to: Amy Berkowitz, Times Herald-Record, P.O. Box 2046, Middletown 10940, or email aberkowitz@th-record.com or call 346-3155
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richards | June 27, 2017
The Zemun Synagouge was home to a rock and live music club during the 60s. Photo: Goran Boroja Few traces are left of the Jewish synagogues that were present in Belgrade before the outbreak of World War II
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simmons | June 27, 2017
Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett, in partnership with the Montgomery County Muslim Foundation and the Montgomery County Muslim Council hosted Iftar Dinner on June 15 at the Montgomery County Council Executive Office Building in Rockville. Iftar is the meal that Muslims eat to break their fast after sunset during Ramadan. After maghrib prayer, a full-course meal, consisting of soup, salad, appetizers and main dishes is served.
Category: Jewish Heritage Month |
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admin | June 27, 2017
The Texas Jewish Historical Society is donating $25,000 to Corsicanas century-old, onion- domed synagogue, an architectural gem that needs $403,000 to replace rotting wood, upgrade HVAC equipment and install a fire-sprinkler system. The city, which has owned and maintained the Moorish revival Temple Beth-El since 1987, is optimistic that the TJHS grant will attract funds from Jewish foundations and individuals, which in the past have contributed little for the landmarks preservation.
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simmons | June 27, 2017
The Marlboro Library, Wyncrest Road, Marlboro, will present the band Rave On! in concert on July 5 featuring the music of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Roy Orbison and other early rock and roll musicians.
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