The Hanukkah celebration on December 17, 2024, at Gracie Mansion brought together hundreds of Jewish New Yorkers, community leaders, and city officials in a heartfelt gathering to honor Jewish heritage and resilience. Against the backdrop of immense challenges since October 7th, the evening served as both a commemoration of Jewish pride and a call to […]
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On Thursday, December 12, 2024, the Birthright Israel Foundation held an inspiring evening at the Harmonie Club in New York City to honor the extraordinary contributions of Jeffrey R. Solomon. The event also featured the presentation of the inaugural Jeffrey R. Solomon Prize, a prestigious award recognizing exceptional Birthright Israel trip staff. The first recipient […]
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On Monday, December 12, 2024, the New York City Council hosted its first-ever Chanukah Celebration in the historic Council Chambers at City Hall. Organized by City Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams, the City Council’s Jewish Caucus, and the Speaker’s Community Outreach Unit, the evening began with a kosher reception and concluded with a festive assortment […]
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On the evening of Sunday, September 22, 2024, Hebrew Union College in New York hosted a sold-out concert that ushered in the Jewish New Year in a deeply meaningful way. The concert featured scholarship recipients of the Ronen Foundation of America, established in memory of RONEN ISRAELI (1968-1992). It was not only a showcase of […]
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On October 21, 2024, hundreds of anti-Zionists Jews gathered in Manhattan to protest the state of Israel and its recent persecution of anti-Zionist communities in the Holy Land The rally began across from the Israeli consulate on Second Avenue, New York City. Recently the |state of Israel is attempting to force religious Jews into their […]
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Record-breaking Israeli artist’s “Elul” concert united Jews from all backgrounds for an evening of heartfelt, prayerful, and joyous song while hosting legendary Israeli singers Idan Raichel and Eviatar Banai. Just seventeen days before Rosh Hashanah, Israeli singer Ishay Ribo electrified a sold-out Madison Square Garden audience with a heart-swelling performance on September 15, 2024 (12 […]
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I recently had the pleasure of attending the sold-out performance of The Sabbath Girl at 59E59 Theaters, a modern romantic comedy that charmed audiences with its poignant and timely story. Written by Cary Gitter and directed by Joe Brancato, this play features a superb cast of five who skillfully bring to life a narrative about […]
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The documentary “Between the Stone and the Flower: The Duality of the Conversos” follows the incredible journey of Genie Milgrom as she unearths her Jewish lineage, despite her Roman Catholic upbringing in Havana, Cuba, and Miami, Florida. Born into a Catholic family with Spanish roots, Genie felt a persistent disconnection from her surroundings. Her quest […]
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The inclusion of live tango music and dance set the stage perfectly for the screening of “Adiós Buenos Aires.” Before the film, Niko and Adam took to the spotlight, captivating the audience with their exceptional performances. This lively display of tango not only entertained but also immersed the crowd in the film’s vibrant atmosphere, leaving […]
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“Resistance: They Fought Back” emerges as a poignant and insightful tribute to the courage and determination of individuals who stood against Nazi tyranny during the Holocaust. Led by the celebrated Emmy Award®-winning directors Paula S. Apsell and Kirk Wolfinger, this documentary offers a captivating reassessment of a less-explored chapter of history Making its debut at […]
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