JULIETs to host Kansas City Jewish Chronicle staff for history presentation
Jewish Unforgettable Ladies Interested in Eating Together (JULIETs) will host the staff of The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle for its March event.
Dr. Ken Abramovitch shares stories of Inuit dental care with Cafe Ohev
Congregants of Beth Shalom gathered on Sunday, March 2, to hear Dr. Ken Abramovitch, professor and chair of the Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine Department at UMKC School of Dentistry.
JFS seeking donations for March period products drive
This month, JFS is standing with the Alliance of Period Supplies to work to end period poverty through its “Go with the Flow” period product drive.
Our Giving Kitchen created to combat hunger, build community
A new initiative, Our Giving Kitchen Kansas City, has been founded to merge community service with team building by engaging groups in meal preparation for those in need.
Local teens join 3,500 for BBYO International Convention
About Jewish 3,500 teens from 50 countries assembled in Denver for BBYO’s International Convention, with 46 of them hailing from Kansas City.
Hadassah Greater Kansas City to install new president, board
Liz Bamberger will become president of Hadassah Greater Kansas City at the installation of the 2025 local chapter board.
Jewish folk icons Bob Dylan, Paul Simon to perform locally
Two of the 1960s’ most iconic folk singer-songwriters, Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, will perform locally on their upcoming tours.
HBHA works to enrich Jewish education for diverse student body
At Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA), the concept of diversity extends beyond cultural, racial or religious differences. While HBHA is an all-Jewish school, its diversity takes many forms, from neurodiversity to linguistic variety and differing levels of Jewish observance.
JFS honors donor Linda Lyon
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is one of many organizations that Linda Lyon has dedicated her time, passion and philanthropy to.
KC SuperStar organizers set audition dates for 2025 competition
KC SuperStar organizers are launching the 16th year of its high school singing competition with two nights of preliminary auditions.
Village Shalom honors staff with awards, including recognition from Charley Helzberg
Four Village Shalom employees received the top awards given out annually at the organization's staff holiday party in December.
JCRB|AJC creates toolkits to combat antisemitism
The Jewish Community Relations Bureau|American Jewish Committee (JCRB|AJC) has announced “Leading from the Heartland: Regional Toolkits to Combat Antisemitism,” a collection of resources and recommendations for different sectors based on insights from the symposium aspect of JCRB|AJC’s 2024 Regional Summit on Combating Antisemitism.
Lester Goldman art and legacy exhibit on display
The Leedy Foundation has announced “The Essence of Joy: Celebrating the Art and Legacy of Lester Goldman,” the first exhibition in the newly established Leedy Foundation Legacy Series.
JFS holding 2025 ‘Spread the Love’ food pantry drive
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is in the midst of its annual “Spread the Love” food campaign — throughout February, JFS is asking for donations of spreadables including peanut butter, jelly, ketchup, honey and other non-perishable items.
SevenDays 2025 names 12 Ripple of Kindness winners
SevenDays, a nonprofit organization that overcomes hate by promoting kindness and understanding, will take place in the Greater Kansas City region beginning Monday, March 31, and continuing through Tuesday, April 8.