DEIB office at KU lauded for Jewish inclusion efforts
Attention shown by the office to KU’s Jewish community contrasts starkly with some higher-education DEI programs, which have been accused of stoking antisemitism amid the Israel-Hamas war.
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Community member helps save life through stem cell donation
Little did Melissa Kingston realize when she swabbed her cheek in a Jerusalem ballroom 14 years ago that she would someday help save a stranger’s life.
Day of Discovery to offer 21 different courses on Aug. 18
Scheduled to take place in person on Sunday, Aug. 18, the annual Day of Discovery will bring new and returning presenters who will offer courses that cover a variety of topics.
Community members to be honored at Royals’ Jewish Heritage Night
Multiple community members will be honored at the Kansas City Royals’ Jewish Heritage Night at Kauffman Stadium during the Royals vs. Boston Red Sox game.
Sara Glass named director of Beth Torah’s Weiner Religious School
Congregation Beth Torah has recruited Sara Glass, a community member who recently returned from living in California, as the new director of its Weiner Religious School.
Community to hold Tisha B’Av observances
The Jewish community will hold services and observe Tisha B’Av on Aug. 12 and 13.
Kansas City Jewish Film Series to end season with feature film doubleheader
The Kansas City Jewish Film Series (KCJFS) will wrap up the 2023-24 season with “Welcoming The Stranger,” a feature film doubleheader.
Federation leaders travel to Germany, Israel
Two leaders from the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City recently returned from a fundraising, research and development trip to Berlin and Israel.
Beth Shalom preschool to host Shabbat family event
The Rose Family Early Childhood Education Center at Congregation Beth Shalom will host a Shabbat Story Time and Sing-Along for current and prospective families.
Federation launching Jewish business professionals networking group
Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City is launching a new Jewish business networking group designed for mid-career to high-level professionals.
