The Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC), one of the world’s foremost Jewish human rights organizations, hosted its 2025 Humanitarian Award Dinner on September 9th at the Altman Building in New York City. The sold-out event welcomed more than 400 distinguished guests, including community leaders, dignitaries, philanthropists, and supporters of the Center’s mission. The evening paid tribute […]
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New York’s bagel scene just got a flavorful new reason to celebrate. Ess-a-Bagel is teaming up with Sam Silverman, the city’s self-proclaimed Bagel Ambassador and founder of BagelFest, to introduce the Bagel Ambassador Sandwich. This limited-edition creation is a playful twist on tradition, featuring falafel, za’atar cream cheese, fresh tomato, cucumber, cabbage, and a generous […]
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On a warm summer evening on July 8, 2025, the sun dipped low over the East River, casting a golden glow on the manicured grounds of Gracie Mansion, where over a thousand guests gathered beneath billowing white tents. There was laughter, music, and the enticing aroma of grilled delicacies wafting through the trees. The occasion: […]
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A Legendary Return to New York Sunday, June 15th, 2025— The night air buzzed with anticipation as legendary French Algerian singer Enrico Macias returned to New York by overwhelming demand to headline the 27th Annual New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival. Performing to a sold-out theater at El Museo del Barrio, Macias didn’t just close the week-long celebration; he […]
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On the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2025, a packed and enthusiastic crowd filled El Museo del Barrio—a landmark of Latino arts and culture on New York’s iconic Museum Mile—for the much-anticipated Opening Night of the 27th Annual New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival (NYSJFF). This unforgettable evening, presented along with the Mimouna Association, honored […]
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On the evening of Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the Harmonie Club in Manhattan hosted a vibrant and emotionally resonant gathering for UJA-Federation of New York’s Annual FSU Signature Event. This year, UJA-FSU proudly honored two remarkable individuals: Boris Segalis, a trailblazer in privacy and cybersecurity law, and Tessa Veksler, a dynamic young activist and recent […]
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On the evening of Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the sanctuary of the Tribeca Synagogue in New York City was transformed into a vibrant concert hall as internationally acclaimed Mexican-American guitarist and songwriter Omar Torrez delivered a spellbinding solo performance to a packed and enthusiastic audience. Hosted by Anya Levitov of Verus Real Estate, the event […]
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On Sunday, May 4th, the sanctuary of Or Olam Synagogue was filled with music, joy, and heartfelt celebration as the community gathered for a sold-out concert in honor of Cantor Shiree Kidron’s 10th anniversary. The evening marked not only a significant professional milestone but also a moving tribute to a decade of spiritual leadership, artistic […]
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The 11th Annual Shabbat Chazzanut at Park East Synagogue, held on February 7-8, 2025, was an unforgettable experience, bringing together lovers of cantorial music for a weekend of unparalleled spiritual and musical enrichment. This exceptional event showcased the power of liturgical music, creating a profound atmosphere of prayer, reflection, and community. Rabbi Arthur Schneier, senior […]
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The corner of East 67th Street and Third Avenue is now officially known as Yad Vashem Way, a powerful tribute to Holocaust victims and survivors. The dedication ceremony, held on Thursday, January 30, at Park East Synagogue, was part of Yad Vashem’s initiatives in New York marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 80th anniversary […]
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