Ohev Sholom Memorabilia Room dedicated at Beth Shalom
The history of Congregation Ohev Sholom, once the oldest operating Jewish congregation in Kansas, is now preserved in the new Ohev Sholom Memorabilia Room at Congregation Beth Shalom.
KU Hillel welcomes community shalicha to Lawrence
Mika Kislanski, the Kansas City Jewish community’s shalicha, has been welcomed and involved with KU Hillel since her arrival in September.
Local attorney David Suroff honored by foster care organization
Local attorney and community member David Suroff was presented with the Champion for Children Award from FosterAdopt Connect, a local foster care service.
Student internships and mentorships offered at KU Hillel
KU Hillel is offering a variety of internships this fall semester that cater to a diverse range of student interests.
B’nai Jehudah to host blood drive, support Magen David Adom
The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah will host a blood drive this Sunday, Oct. 29, from 8 a.m to 1 p.m.
Sasone to host learning disability simulation
Sasone, the Kansas City Jewish community’s program to support access to Jewish education for students with special needs, is partnering with Horizon Academy to host a learning disability simulation.
Volunteer opportunities to beautify Mt. Carmel Cemetery upcoming
Two volunteer opportunities for maintaining Mt. Carmel Cemetery, overseen by Congregation Beth Shalom, will take place in the coming weeks.
JFS launches annual fall appeal
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is launching its fall appeal for donations.
White Theatre opens season with Sondheim’s ‘Into The Woods’
The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The J will open its 2023-24 season with Stephen Sondheim’s “Into The Woods.”
Vigil in support of Israel brings KU Jewish community together
The KU Jewish community and allies came together on the evening of Oct. 10 to hold a vigil in support of Israel, coordinated by organizations including Students Supporting Israel (SSI), KU Hillel, KU Chabad, and AEPi and ZBT fraternities.
KCteen and JFS partner to bring teen mental health first aid to Kansas City
KCteen, an independent Jewish Youth group in Kansas City, is partnering with JFS to bring a new mental health resource to the Kansas City community.
KU Hillel announces alumni event and 2023 Rock Chalk Shabbat
In the coming weeks, KU Hillel will host a “Playdate with Baby Jay” event for its alumni and its annual Rock Chalk Shabbat for students, families and supporters.
Kehilath Israel Synagogue announces its 47th Grand Givers event
Kehilath Israel Synagogue (K.I.) will hold its 47th annual Grand Givers event with the theme “Around the World in Song; An Afternoon Musicale.”
JFS Food Pantry to accept donations at weekend MINI cruise
Jewish Family Services (JFS) will be collecting donations to stock its food pantry at the annual Kansas City MINI Club’s Coopers and Coffee event this Sunday, Oct. 22.
CBT Adult Education Committee announces upcoming projects
Congregation Beth Torah’s (CBT) Adult Education Committee has announced three upcoming projects and events that are open to the community.