JewBelong billboards targeting antisemitism go up around Kansas City
JewBelong, a national nonprofit organization for fighting antisemitism and making Judaism accessible, put up seven new billboards in Greater Kansas City.
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HBHA students to perform murder mystery comedy
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) will present “This Murder Was Staged,” a murder mystery comedy, at the The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The J (5801 W. 115th St., Overland Park, KS 66211).
Kansas City AZA #2 announces third annual Marty Awards, Mnookin Memorial Hall of Fame
Greater Kansas City AZA #2 has announced its third annual Marty Awards, set to take place on May 10 at The J.
HBHA to celebrate graduation of Class of 2025
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy’s (HBHA) graduation ceremony is a celebration of personal development, academic achievement and deepening Jewish identity seniors experience throughout their time at HBHA.
JCF celebrates teen philanthropy at B’nai Tzedek Shuk
On April 3, the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) welcomed teens and their families to its youth philanthropy fair, the B’nai Tzedek Shuk.
The J expands childcare offerings at B’nai Jehudah CDC
The Child Development Center (CDC) at The J and The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah announced the expansion of its early childhood services with the addition of full-time care for children ages 3 months to 2 years old, beginning in August.
Jewish Family Services offering b’nai mitzvah project opportunities
Addison Yamnitz recently celebrated her bat mitzvah at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah; for her bat mitzvah project, Yamnitz decided to collect baby items, baby food and feminine hygiene products for the Jewish Family Services (JFS) Food Pantry.
Applications open for 2025-2026 Leaders for Tomorrow cohort
The Jewish Community Relations Bureau | American Jewish Committee (JCRB|AJC) is now accepting applications from rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors for the 2025-2026 Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT) cohort, beginning in the fall of 2025.
KU Chabad hosts Jewish students for Passover
Once again this year, KU Chabad welcomed more than 100 students to celebrate Passover together. Students experienced Passover Seder traditions complete with home-cooked holiday food.
Trip to Holy Land leaves lasting impression on two former Kansas City Chiefs
Anyone who has followed the Kansas City Chiefs for decades remembers fullback Tony Richardson and kicker Nick Lowery. They went on a whirlwind five-day trip to Israel in late December. The trip's purpose was to give these athletes an up-close and personal view of Israel and show their support for the country still reeling from the Hamas attacks of Oct. 7.