Reunion for former Omahans to be held in Kansas City
The Omaha (Nebraska) Jewish Alumni Association (OJAA) and Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation will sponsor a reunion brunch for Omahans who moved to the Kansas City area.
Jewish Family Services concludes 120th anniversary celebrations with gala
Approximately 650 people attended Jewish Family Services’ 120th anniversary celebration in the main ballroom of the Marriott Overland Park.
LJCC to host Hispanic Heritage Month events
This year, the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with two community-wide events devoted to Mexican-Jewish literature, culture and cuisine.
Community religious school faculty share professional learning day
Nearly 40 faculty from area congregation religious schools participated in a shared day of professional Jewish learning and networking as part of the community Day of Discovery on Aug. 20.
Jewish Broadcasting Service premieres on Spectrum TV
The Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS), a 24/7 Jewish television channel, has announced that its programming designed for Jewish connection and information is now available to all Spectrum viewers in the Kansas City area and nationwide.
Local teens learn about exchange program in Israel
Local Jewish middle and high school students came together to learn about Jewish National Fund-USA’s Alexander Muss High School (Muss) program.
Brett Oplotnik wins 2023 KC SuperStar title; competition raises $1.2 million for The J
Brett Oplotnik, a graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School, was named the 2023 KC SuperStar during the competition’s finals on Aug. 27 at Johnson County Community College.
Friends of Sheffield Cemetery receives contribution from former TV and film editor
Friends of Sheffield Cemetery received a donation from the Orven Schanzer Trust Fund to further the cemetery’s restoration projects.
HBHA names Mindy Corporon honoree of its 50th Civic Service Celebration
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) has named Mindy Corporon, co-founder of the nonprofit organization SevenDays, the honoree of its 50th Civic Service Celebration.
NCJW’s Back to School Store serves nearly 400 students
The National Council of Jewish Women of Greater Kansas City (NCJW) held its annual Back to School Store this summer.
JFS, Rabbinical Association partnering on High Holiday Food Drive
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is partnering with the Rabbinical Association of Greater Kansas City for a High Holiday food drive taking place now through Oct. 18.
Community-wide Selichot program and service set for September 9
The Jewish community is invited to come together to prepare for the High Holy Days at the annual community Selichot program and service on Saturday, Sept. 9.
Bob Dylan, a songwriter with a complicated Jewish past, to perform in Kansas City
Bob Dylan, arguably one of the most famous and enigmatic Jewish songwriters of all time, will be performing in Kansas City, Missouri, for two nights.
Selichot program to feature Rabbi Josh Feigelson
At this year’s Selichot program and service, Rabbi Josh Feigelson, president and CEO of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, will look at how it might feel to approach teshuva as a practice of returning with compassion to our best intentions.
KU Chabad adds new rabbi and rebbetzin to meet demand this year
KU Chabad, led by Rabbi Zalman and Nechama Tiechtel, has added a new rabbi and rebbetzin to its staff for the 2023-2024 school year.