Local PBS to air “Black and Jewish America”
“Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History,” a new four-part documentary series, will be broadcast for four consecutive Tuesdays on Kansas City PBS and PBS stations around the country.
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Comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong” to show at White Theatre
The Olivier Award-winning comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong,” part of The J’s 2025–26 Theatre Series, will be performed at The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre in March.
HBHA announces Jacob Katz and Dan Cohen as final alumni panelists for spring celebration
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy announced the final two panelists for its upcoming spring celebration, “A Night of Mensches & Memories,” on Sunday, March 1.
Rabbi Michael Zedek releases new children’s book, ‘People Are Like...’
Rabbi Michael Zedek, rabbi emeritus of both The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah and Chicago’s Emanuel Congregation, has released his first children’s book, “People Are Like… Stories for Young Readers and Readers Who Wish to Stay Young.” All proceeds from the book will go to scholarship programs for students in need.
The J, Kansas City Ballet offering dance class for those with Parkinson’s
In partnership with the Kansas City Ballet, The Ben Rubin Parkinson’s Wellness Program at The J is expanding its offerings with the addition of a new dance class designed for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
Jewish Family Services announces leadership changes
Jewish Family Services (JFS) has announced leadership team changes, with promotions made to help it “continue delivering outstanding service built on a strong organizational culture and solid operations.”
B’nai Jehudah, Birthright partner for volunteer Israel trip for Reform Jews
The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah, in partnership with Taglit Birthright Israel and organizations Israel Outdoors and Amplify Israel, is offering a Birthright Israel Volunteer experience for Reform Jewish adults ages 26-50. Kansas City will be one of multiple communities participating.
JCF announces deadline for Jewish camp and enrichment scholarships
The Jewish Community Foundation is currently accepting scholarship applications for teen and young adult Jewish summer programming. Three different JCF funds offer support.
A Metro ‘Diaspora' : Jewish life thrives beyond Overland Park
On a Friday afternoon each month, Andi Edwardson loads six packs of kosher chicken into her shopping cart at the Leawood, Kansas, Trader Joe’s, knowing it will be a few weeks before she again makes the 40-minute drive from her home in Parkville, Missouri.
Rabbi Steve Burnstein teaching about nuances of Israel while back in Kansas City
Rabbi Steve Burnstein, a Kansas City native and current rabbi in Kibbutz Gezer in Israel, is currently back in his hometown as a rabbi-in-residence at Congregation Beth Torah.