Frank Stella: "Had Gadya" and Jewish Themes
One might not immediately associate Frank Stella (b. 1936), the American painter, sculptor, and printmaker noted for his work in the areas of minimalism and post-painterly abstraction, with a lyrical poem that concludes the traditional Passover meal.
Barbie and The Bomb: The Jewish Roots of This Summer's Blockbusters
Much has been made of this summer’s blockbuster movie phenomena, Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” which were released on the same weekend. The films have become a strange double feature, both bound to the same cultural moment. While they seem to have little in common, both films depict maverick Jewish thinkers whose ideals created seismic shifts in the world.
Home Again: Five Tips to Welcome Your Camper Home
Camp is generally a great experience for kids. They deepen their Jewish identities, broaden their communities, and learn new life skills. However, these benefits can also mean your camper needs some time to process their experience on their own while readjusting to life at home.
Intentional Fertility: LGBTQ+ Family Building
When June and her partner conceived their two children through intrauterine insemination, they considered themselves privileged, but not infertile. June was well-connected and her female partner was a doctor, so they had access to resources.
Top Eight Israeli Summer Treats
It's the height of summer in Israel. On a blistering summer day like today, there's nothing better than enjoying a refreshing treat to cool you down. Here are some of my all-time favorite Israeli popsicles, drinks, and treats.
Haiku D’varim
These Haikus focus on weekly Torah portions.
We Bring You Peace: Bringing Israeli Counselors to Camp
The URJ has been bringing Israeli counselors to camp for many years. Their presence offers several valuable benefits to the camp program.
Re-Membering: Reflections on Disability and Pride
July is Disability Pride Month. I’ve been living with disabilities for more than 20 years, but I’m just beginning to imagine being proud of my disability.
Stronger Together: Canada’s New Cantorial Organization Exhibits the Power of Collaboration
The Reform Jewish Community of Canada (RJCC) is working to bring Canadian Reform Jews together by fostering new connections between communities and hosting gatherings that allow people to reconnect after two years of quarantine.
Shavuot to Juneteenth: A Journey Toward Liberation
Temple Israel is engaged in a REDI culture shift, striving to be a synagogue that exemplifies our belief in b’tzelem Elohim (shared humanity) by creating a community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our New Year’s party came from the idea that while this work can be challenging, it is a joy to lift up the diversity and unique lived experiences of those in our community. Following this theme of celebrating our diversity, we began planning our inaugural Shavuot to Juneteenth: A Journey Toward Liberation.
