Listening Post - Kansas City Jewish Chronicle

As a photographic centerpiece, Union Station recreated the moment in 2001 when Henry Bloch first dedicated his namesake fountain. Here, Bloch is shown on June 30 flanking his likeness as he “turns the pump” and lets the water flow again to new heights. Shown also is Liz Uhlmann along with other family, friends and civic leaders. Additionally, the historic Union Station Lamp Post Clock — renovated and relocated thanks to Kathy and Mike Rainen — was rededicated and the new Carriage Pavilion Bridge was dedicated with a ceremonial first ride that included Bloch in a vintage Lincoln.

LAUGH OF THE WEEK — This is a true story from a Chronicle subscriber who wishes to remain anonymous.

“When people ask my mother what congregation she belongs to, she replies ‘The Chronicle and the JCC!’ ”

BONUS LAUGH OF THE WEEK — As seen on Facebook via The Jew in You:

JEWISH MOTHER — An unstoppable force of nature that will feed you and pester you at the slightest provocation. Known to spout Yiddish randomly.

JFS thanks everyone for getting behind its #JFSfoodpantry cause. The agency collected 4,457 rolls of toilet paper and received $1,544 in donations, which will pay for another 4,600 rolls. Here, J Camp KC Ma’asim Tovim campers build a wailing wall with some of the donations before Shabbat on July 1.

HONORING RABBI ZEDEK — Rabbi Michael Zedek, rabbi emeritus at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah, retired last month after spending 12 years as spiritual leader of Emanuel Congregation in Chicago. Representative JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY of Illinois mentioned the rabbi on June 10 on the floor of the House of Representatives, and the recognition now appears in the Congressional Record. It says in part, “Rabbi Zedek is a true community leader and has brought neighbors together, fostered open-mindedness and embraced the incredible diversity of our community. … Rabbi Zedek is a truly dedicated community activist, scholar and teacher.” He continues to serve as a host of ``Religion on the Line,’’ which has been on the air for more than 20 years and can be heard on Sunday mornings from 6 to 8 a.m., on KCMO-710AM and 103.7FM.

TRAVEL MAGAZINE NAMES TEL AVIV ONE OF WORLD’S TOP CULINARY CITIES JNS.org — The prestigious American magazine Conde Nast Traveler has named Tel Aviv as one of the world’s top 15 culinary cities.

In November 2015, Conde Nast Traveler previously spotlighted the Israeli city’s food scene when it published an article titled “Why the World’s Best Vegetarian Food Is in Tel Aviv,” which called the city an “herbivore smorgasbord” and cited the mix of gastronomic influences from around the world that “can coax a world of flavors out of the most humble potato.” The following month, the magazine featured a “Chef’s Pick” overview of some of the best places to eat and drink in Tel Aviv.