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09/13/2024

📜 Discover the Untold Jewish Stories Behind the 1904 World’s Fair! 🌍✨

The 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis showcased groundbreaking innovations, but did you know that the Jewish community played an essential role in shaping its legacy? From the first public debut of the Zionist flag to influential figures on the Fair’s Board of Directors, there’s a rich, often overlooked history.

Join us as we dive deeper into these remarkable contributions, brought to life through the passionate research of historian Linda Koenig. Read Full Story: https://tinyurl.com/y38kkm66

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09/12/2024

Welcome to the STL

Shir Hadash Reconstructionist Community is excited to welcome Shira Singelenberg, a fifth-year rabbinical student, to St. Louis. Singelenberg is joining the community for the final year of her intensive two-year internship through the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College’s (RRC) William H. Fern Pr...

09/11/2024

The power of influence is scary. Comedians Zach Sage Fox and Yechiel Jacobs just proved it with their new social experiment. Posing as recruiters for a fake pro-Hamas fraternity, they revealed the alarming ease with which hate can be spread on college campuses.

Watch the full video and read the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/5t4u6raa

09/10/2024

When your best friend's wedding and Yom Kippur fall on the same day, you know it's going to be a fast party. What to do?

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This story was originally published in the Forward. Click here to get the Forward’s free email newsletters delivered to your inbox. A Bintel Brief, Yiddish for a bundle of letters, has been solving reader dilemmas since 1906. Send yours via email, social media or this form. Dear Bintel, Two of my ...

09/10/2024

✨ A Fresh New Look at Millstone Sanctuary ✨

We are beyond excited to share the newly renovated Millstone Sanctuary at United Hebrew Congregation! 🌟 After months of hard work, our beautiful space is now brighter and more welcoming than ever. From the redesigned floor space to the extended bima, every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to bring our community closer together. 🕍💫

https://stljewishlight.org/news/news-local/united-hebrew-congregation-unveils-renovated-millstone-sanctuary/

09/10/2024

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09/06/2024

Mazel of the day! Angad Hotel

Art serves as a profound medium of expression for many, and for Jasmine Raskas, it is a canvas for revealing the unseen worlds of nature and imagination. On Fri., Sept. 6, the Angad Arts Hotel will unveil “Symbiosis,” a captivating cross-continental art exhibit. This exhibition not only highligh...

09/05/2024

Bronze Mazels for you Ian!

Three years after pulling off an upset to win gold in his Paralympics debut, Jewish table tennis star Ian Seidenfeld, the nephew of St. Louisan and Jewish Family Services CEO Miriam Seidenfeld, earned a bronze medal in Paris on Thursday. Seidenfeld, 23, won his round of 16 and quarterfinal matches t...

09/04/2024

St. Louis Jewish Community to gather for “From Darkness to Light” on Oct. 7th

In a powerful show of unity, the St. Louis Jewish community will come together on Monday, Oct. 7 to mark one year of remembrance, support and hope. Organized by the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, “Darkness to Light” will provide a space for individuals to mourn, reflect and stand in solidarity with Israel and its people during these challenging times.

The event, which begins at 7 p.m., is set to take place at a location soon to be disclosed with a virtual attendance option available.

Pre-registration is required and there is no cost to attend. For more information contact Federation at 314-442-4018.

09/03/2024

Help spread the word!

The St. Louis Jewish community is still reeling from the heartbreaking news of six innocent hostages being brutally murdered in Gaza—a tragedy deeply felt during a solemn vigil held last night at United Hebrew Congregation. Nearly 200 mourners gathered, lighting six candles and offering prayers fo...

09/03/2024

Ahhh, shayna punim ❤️❤️

In Jewish tradition, naming newborns after loved ones who have passed away is a profound way to honor and keep their legacy alive. Have you ever looked at a child and seen not only the soul in front of you but someone you loved and lost? When my mother died at the age of 44...

09/03/2024

We thank United Hebrew for inviting our community to come together tonight to mourn the tragic loss of six hostages murdered by Hamas.

A solemn hostage vigil was held Monday evening, Sept. 2 at United Hebrew Congregation. Nearly 200 mourners gathered to honor the lives of the six slain Israeli hostages recovered from Gaza. During the ceremony, six candles were lit and prayers were offered for the safe return of the 101 hostages tha...

09/02/2024

We thank United Hebrew for inviting our community to come together tonight to mourn the tragic loss of six hostages murdered by Hamas.

Please join us for an evening of song and prayer.

09/02/2024

The funeral is being streamed live.

Hersh Goldberg-Polin, one of six hostages killed by Hamas whose bodies were recovered by Israeli forces on Saturday, will be buried Monday afternoon at Har Hamenuchot in Jerusalem. The service is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. local time — 9 a.m. ET — and will be live streamed on You Tube. Goldber...

09/01/2024

Just over a week after the Jewish Light first reported on an incident at Nipher Middle School in the Kirkwood School District —where a Palestinian flag in a classroom sparked allegations of Holocaust denial—social studies teacher Jason Kipp met with Rabbi Jeffery Abraham of Congregation B’nai Amoona on Aug. 28.

09/01/2024

Sad news this Sunday.

The family of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, the 23-year-old American-Israeli who was taken hostage from the Nova music festival on Oct. 7, has announced his death. Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s Death Confirmed After 331 Days as a Hostage “With broken hearts, the Goldberg-Polin family is devastated to announce ...

08/29/2024

Send us your Ted Drewes Inc. pics. Here's one from Rachel Bray Spezia from her wedding day, and more of my kids and me. - post below or email to [email protected]

08/29/2024

A bit of local history that won't soon be forgotten

All around town, St. Louisans are paying tribute to Ted Drewes Jr., who died Aug. 26 at the age of 96. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, with its neon lights and long lines of eager customers, has become synonymous with the city itself. It’s a true piece of St. Louis history, a history rich with Jewish a...

08/28/2024

It’s been a long month today. Who could use a laugh?

I’m not going to kid you, but with the St. Louis Cardinals playing so poorly, I’ve been searching for new shows to spend my valuable lounging time on. Recently, I’ve been spending a lot of time on Netflix binge-watching six seasons of “Vikings.” I tell my wife it’s research, as it’s po...

08/27/2024

Fifty years ago, Robert Fishbone and Sarah Linquist took a leap of faith, moving to St. Louis to pursue their artistic dreams. What started with a single mural in 1974 turned into On The Wall Productions, a company that has painted over 200 murals across the country. Their work is more than just paint on walls—it’s a celebration of history,

This story is being published in partnership with the Missouri Historical Society. At Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio, Robert Fishbone found two things that changed his life. Initially intent on studying biochemistry, he discovered photography, which helped him recognize his passion was for....

08/26/2024

Yesterday, the St. Charles Jewish Festival brought together nearly 3,800 visitors for a day of love, culture, and community! 💙 From delicious food to lively music and crafts, the festival truly showcased the vibrant spirit of Jewish culture in our area. A special moment: Rabbi Chaim Landa received the key to the City of St. Charles from Mayor Dan Borgmeyer, symbolizing the growing strength of our community. 🗝️

Swipe through to see the highlights of this unforgettable day! 📸✨

Nearly 3,800 visitors attended the fourth annual St. Charles Jewish Festival on Sunday, August 25. They were treated to food, music, crafts and other examples of Jewish culture. As the festival opened, attendees also learned the Hebrew word for love (ahavah) from Rabbi Yosef Landa, regional director...

08/25/2024

Here's everything you need to know about today's 4th Annual St. Charles Jewish Festival

The St. Charles Jewish Festival returns this month to celebrate Jewish life and culture in a new venue. On Sunday, Aug. 25, the festival will run from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Lewis & Clark Boat House parking lot located at 1050 S. Riverside Drive in St. Charles, near the south end of Frontier...

08/22/2024

It truly is an honor to honor these heroes!

Nine individuals and one married couple will be recognized as the 2024 Jewish Light Unsung Heroes on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. This year’s 15th annual event will take place at the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum. Unsung Heroes, which began in 2010, shines a light on individuals of an...

08/21/2024

Our Mazel of the day!

Growing up the son of a conservative rabbi in New Jersey, Rabbi Eliezer Finkelstein always saw rabbinical work in his future. Now, he’s joining the Bais Abraham team as the synagogue celebrates its 130th year. “I come from a rabbinic family,” he said. “I grew up in that world, so I always kn...

08/21/2024

Concerns were initially raised during the school’s curriculum night on Aug. 14.

A recent incident at Nipher Middle School in Kirkwood has ignited a community debate over the presence of a Palestinian flag in an eighth-grade social studies classroom. Concerns were initially raised during the school’s curriculum night on Aug. 14, when parents encountered the flag during a prese...

08/20/2024

Her Jewish life was filled with rich experiences, from attending Sunday school at Shaare Zedek Synagogue to savoring Jewish delicacies from local delis.

For many of us, the place and time where we grew up holds a special spot in our hearts, representing an iconic way of life filled with a deep sense of belonging and love. We’ve all likely felt that our story was one worth telling, though life often has a way of keeping those stories...

08/19/2024

Our Mazel of the day!

The Special School District Board of Education has appointed Sarah Davidovits as the new director of Special Education. She was most recently the assistant principal at Gotsch Intermediate School in Affton. Davidovits is a member of Agudas Israel of St. Louis. span, ...

08/19/2024

Here's all you need to know.

Get ready, St. Louis. The much-anticipated Sababa Jewish Arts & Culture Festival is back, bringing its unique blend of art, music and food to a new location. After previous celebrations on the campus of Washington University in 2018 and 2022, Sababa 2024 will now take place at the Staenberg Family C...

08/14/2024

Our first Mazel of the day!

Martina Stern is Congregation Temple Israel’s new executive director. She was previously the congregation’s director of special events. Stern is succeeding Rachel Wallis Andreasson, who served in this position for nearly eight years. In her next chapter, Andreasson will publicize her book, “Th...

08/14/2024

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More good news for the St. Louis kosher community. On Wednesday, Aug. 14, after the end of Tish B’av, St. Louis’s newest kosher deli, Nate’s Kosher Deli, will officially add deli take-out service. The take-out menu will be limited to eight items, according to owner-operator Avi Rosenberg. “I...

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It was my true honor to recite the names of Holocaust victims this morning, in honor of #InternationalHolocaustRemembranceDay at St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum.

Our first Mazel of the day! October 7 was the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust. And now, antisemitism is on the rise while hundreds of hostages captured by Hamas are still missing. Now’s the time to take a stand. An estimated 300 members of the STL community are traveling this morning to show their support and solidarity. #MarchForIsrael

The 59th Annual Couturier is officially open. It supports our friends at National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis. Earlier this week we checked out the event preview. Here's what some of our readers picked up! https://ncjwstl.org/resale-shop/couturier-2023/

The kids call this a "haul video" - where a person discusses items that they recently purchased. This is Anna, and we caughte up with her at the Couturier event at the National Council of Jewish Women. Here's here haul. Thanks Anna!

Help support our friends at National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis by shopping the designer racks at their annual couturier event. Check out what some of our readers (& staff) picked up!

Funny Yiddish things

This is what my bubbe would say to my zayde after he would stink up her kitchen making chili.

My grandmother always had a way with words.

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We feel you, Rabbi. Oy! (via @rabbi_360 on TikTok)

Pastrami Protest

Quit hogging all the Pastrami! (via @oldjewishmen on TikTok)

Whiskey from Israel

ISRAEL21c: Join comedian Yuval Haklai for a tour of the Milk & Honey whiskey distillery, the first and best whiskey in Tel Aviv.

Old Jewish Men: Let us complain!

via @oldjewishmen on TikTok: Who doesn't love to complain?

Israel has the Best Ice Cream

ISRAEL21c: When you live in a hot country, you take your ice cream seriously. And when you live in Israel, where the diversity of food is phenomenal, well… be prepared for something spectacular.