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Members of the Jewish community are invited to a service commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 terror attack on Israel. 

“Screams Before Silence,” a documentary about the sexual violence by Hamas during the Oct. 7 terror attacks on Israel, will be screened by Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of The J and Jewish Federation.

Jewish legislators Sen. Ethan Corson and Rep. Dan Osman addressed a gathering at Congregation Beth Shalom to share information on lawmaking in Kansas. Ace Allen moderated the event, which was a Café Ohev program, on Sept. 8.

The Kansas City section of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) celebrated its 130th anniversary on Sept. 8, with an event at Meadowbrook Clubhouse in Prairie Village, Kansas. Members were offered light refreshments, elegant table arrangements and violin music. 

Jewish-owned business Olive Tree and community member and baker Michael Crane are collaborating on a special menu for Rosh Hashanah celebrations. They will offer a selection of traditional Jewish dishes available for pickup at Olive Tree.

Kelly Somberg will be recognized by Jewish Family Services (JFS) for her passion about its mission, dedication and commitment to making a difference, making time for others and more at the organization’s Bright Night event. Somberg will receive JFS’ Alfred Benjamin Friend of the Family Award at the event on Thursday, Sept. 26.

In recognition of the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, Jewish National Fund-USA (JNF) partnered with Congregation Beth Shalom to host a special ceremony. 

Torah Learning Center (TLC) will hold a pre-Rosh Hashanah challah baking event to benefit KC Kosher Meals on Wheels recipients. 

Kansas City Lodge #184, B’nai B’rith has announced the 2025 Margolis Memorial Essay Contest.

Congregation Beth Shalom has completed its new sanctuary, concluding a yearslong endeavor to provide the synagogue a permanent prayer space.