Jewish Family Services, KCteen offering teen mental health program
Jewish Family Services and KCteen are partnering to offer teen mental health first-aid training for Jewish youth.
Kindness Youth Leadership Team bring youthful energy to SevenDays 2024
Thirty-six area high school students (nine of whom are Jewish) comprise SevenDays 2024’s Kindness Youth Leadership Team (KYLT), a group dedicated to spreading kindness throughout the Kansas City area.
Jewish Community Foundation announces Community Legacy Fund core grants
In its core granting cycle, the Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund has awarded $391,007 to 18 local Jewish community organizations.
KU Hillel completes High Holiday celebrations
KU Hillel hosted Jewish students of the University of Kansas in its new space for the High Holidays.
Jewish Family Services launches 2023 Hanukkah Project
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is beginning its 2023 Hanukkah Project, providing Hanukkah gifts for more than 300 individuals (including older adults and children) in the community who are facing challenges.
JFS volunteer Chris Wiley helps clients with technology
For nearly a decade, Chris Wiley has volunteered for Jewish Family Services (JFS) by helping older adult clients with their technology needs.
Goldenberg Duo to present free fall recitals across Kansas City area
The Goldenberg Duo, consisting of siblings Susan and William Goldenberg, will present a series of free recital performances from Sept. 28 to Oct. 11.
Students celebrate High Holidays on campus with KU Chabad
Jewish students at the University of Kansas celebrated Rosh Hashanah at KU Chabad, which aimed to provide a holiday experience where Jewish students can celebrate together in a warm and welcoming environment.
B’nai Jehudah Sisterhood holding Judaica sale
The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah Sisterhood will host a Judaica sale on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the synagogue.
Community-wide Selichot service held before High Holidays
A community-wide Selichot program and service took place on Sept. 9 at host congregation The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah.
Beth Shalom Sisterhood to hold mahjongg fundraiser
Congregation Beth Shalom Sisterhood will host its 14th annual “Bams for Mams” mahjongg fundraiser for breast cancer research.
Overland Park City Council candidate cites Jewish values in campaign
Richard Borlaza, an Overland Park resident involved with the Jewish community, has announced his candidacy for Overland Park City Council, Ward 3.
Jewish War Veterans honors KC native for her support
Kansas City native Roslyn Braeman Payne received an award and patron membership from the local post of the Jewish War Veterans in gratitude for her years of support of veterans on Sept. 7.
Johnson County Museum, Klein Collection partner for Jewish holidays exhibit
The Johnson County Museum announced its upcoming exhibition in partnership with The Michael Klein Collection at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah titled “Jewish Holidays in the All-Electric House.”
LJCC to host Simchat Torah dance party
On Oct. 7, the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) will celebrate Simchat Torah with a live klezmer band and dance party.