JCF offering milestone gifts for couples and young adults
The Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) offers several gift options to empower young adults to make a substantive philanthropic impact on their favorite charitable causes.
White Theatre to present “Eddie: The Friendship That Changed History” on Israel’s 75th anniversary
As Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary as a modern nation in May, The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and Kansas City Actors Theatre will present the one-man show “Eddie: The Friendship That Changed History.”
Johnson County adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism
On April 27, 2023, the Johnson County, Kansas, Board of County Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution formally adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism while recognizing an increasing number of incidents in the region and the nation.
KU Chabad receives two Rock Chalk Recognition Awards
KU Chabad was recently given two Rock Chalk Recognition Awards by the Student Involvement and Leadership Center (SILC) at the University of Kansas.
Hadassah Nurses Council Walk to honor young nurses
Hadassah Greater Kansas City will celebrate its 21st Annual Hadassah Nurses Council Walk for Health on Sunday, May 14 (Mother’s Day), from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Gezer Park (13251 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66209).
NCJW and Thrift World team up for clothing donation, fundraising drive
Donations of gently used clothing, bedding and shoes to Thrift World will help raise funds for the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW).
JFS to host Screen Sanity Summit starting May 16
JFS is hosting a free Screen Sanity Summit in which attendees can take part in face-to-face conversation, connect with others to educate, empower, and evaluate your family's technology use, or attend virtually.
Beth Shalom Sisterhood honors Rickie Haith, elects new board
Congregation Beth Shalom Sisterhood honored Rickie Haith and elected its new board at its Torah Fund Luncheon on April 19.
JFS celebrates 120 years with Birthday Bash
“May you live until 120" is a traditional Jewish blessing in remembrance of Moses’ long life.
JEX offers symposium for community professionals
Jewish Experiences, a Collaboration of Jewish Federation and The J, will host a community symposium on Wednesday, May 17, at the KU Edwards Campus (12600 S Quivira Road) from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hearts for Abba memorial fun run to honor Dr. Ilan Maizlin
The family of Dr. Ilan Maizlin (of blessed memory) is organizing a fun run in his honor on May 21 at 8:30 a.m. at Roe Park (10400 Roe Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207).
JFS impact report shows organization helping thousands in community
Jewish Family Services’ (JFS) recently released 2022 Impact Report shows the 120-year-old organization continues to fulfill its mission of caring for the needs of people and working toward tikkun olam.
K.I. to host 24th annual golf tournament
Kehilath Israel Synagogue will host the 24th annual Allan Greenberg Memorial Kehilath Israel Golf Tournament at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course on Monday, June 5.
B’nai Brith bowling board members to attend international meeting
The International B’nai B’rith Bowling Association (IBBBA) is holding its Board of Governors Meeting on May 6 and 7, 2023 in Novi, Michigan.
Village Shalom receives Blue Valley School District Friends of Education Award
Last week, Village Shalom accepted the Blue Valley School District’s 2022-2023 Friends of Education Award for its work with the certified nurse assistant program at Blue Valley Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS).