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Rabbi Chuck Simon, executive director of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs, will help kick off the Keruv program at Birmingham’s Temple Beth-El the weekend of Nov. 17 with “Understanding Intermarriage.” The Keruv Initiative is aimed at creating a welcoming, inclusive environment in Conservative synagogues […]

Ilse Goldberg, owner of the historic Goldberg’s in Greenwood, has been such a presence in the Mississippi Delta town for so long, many people assume she has been there forever. A few years ago, that changed as she talked publicly for the first time about […]

The Musical Arts Society of New Orleans will feature Israeli pianist Inon Barnatan at its Noctorne XIV annual gala and concert this month. Established in 1980, MASNO supports music education, provides mentorships and manages the New Orleans International Piano Competition, as well as bringing top […]

In one of the more bizarre campaign debates in history, the presence of David Duke was a huge topic of discussion and disgust at a debate for top U.S. Senate candidates in Louisiana on Nov. 2. The Anti-Defamation League office in New Orleans expressed “deep […]

Photo from GoFundMe page The Jewish community in Greenville and beyond reacted with shock and horror at the burning of a predominantly black church on Nov. 1, and the discovery of “Vote Trump” spray painted on the side of the building. The fire at the […]

Jackson’s Beth Israel announced that Nov. 13 will be the dedication of the Gus Waterman Herrman Holocaust Memorial Garden. The large art installation was designed and constructed by Pearl River Glass Studio, under the direction of Andrew Young, will Bill Heimer serving as project manager […]

Judge Sol Gothard officiated the wedding of Kristin Pepper and Sgt. Jacob Ginsberg A few years ago, the New Orleans Post of Jewish War Veterans of America was regarded as the fastest-growing in the country. Now, with a name change, the Post is looking to […]

Hebrew Union Congregation in Greenville The 29th annual Jay Mosow Memorial Delta Jewish Golf Open, a fundraiser and “family reunion” for the Jewish communities in the Mississippi Delta, will tee off on Nov. 20 at the Greenville Country Club. Sponsored by members of the Hebrew […]

Volunteer, housing and athlete recruitment are priorities for 2017 Games in Birmingham On Sept. 28, there was a large gathering of those organizing the 2017 JCC Maccabi Games in Birmingham to announce numerous details of the huge athletic competition, including event venues and guests for […]