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The J’s Safe Sitter program was recently recognized as a 2023 Gold Level Safe Sitter Provider, which is designated for programs who teach more than 125 students annually.

The Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund recently awarded $73,472 in innovative and emergency grants.

Jewish Family Services (JFS) is partnering with nonprofit First Call to host a seven-week session of its “How to Cope” program.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy’s (HBHA) Board of Trustees announced Annie Glickman's appointment as the new head of school on June 20.

For the 10th year, the C You in the Major Leagues Foundation held its four-day Youth Baseball Camp at The J, celebrating a decade of partnership.

This year’s annual Day of Discovery will take place on Sunday, Aug. 18, and registration for the event is scheduled to open on Friday, July 5. 

“Disney’s The Little Mermaid” opens at The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre at The J on Saturday, July 6, where it will run for 14 performances on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays through July 28.

The Rabbinical Association’s annual community-wide course for those considering conversion to Judaism will begin this August.

Ask most Midwestern Jews how they ended up in the middle of the United States, and you’ll likely hear an interesting story. Such is the case with Rabbi Eddie Shapiro, who, along with his wife and 12-year-old daughter, arrived in Kansas City last fall when he started his work as executive director of the Vaad HaKashruth of Kansas City.

The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre at The J officially announced its 2024-2025 season schedule, which includes popular favorites and new works to celebrate its 20th season.