Let’s get personal

By Amy Klein
Published on April 26, 2007

People say they don't really know me. That's what the last guy I dated said.

How a Yid from Chicago became the Judio next door

By Roberto Loiederman
Published on March 15, 2007

Social justice moves to front of some congregational agendas

By Sue Fishkoff
Published on February 15, 2007

Beyond the tangible victories, those involved in this work say it has transformed their synagogues into communities where the people know and care about each other. In making the world a little better, they are making their congregations more warm, friendly and caring.

Single, 60, and invisible no more

By Esther W. Hersh
Published on October 19, 2006

All age groups seem to want the same thing: a soulmate, a soft shoulder to lean on occasionally, companionship for dinner in or out, theater, movies, and travel. I still enjoy cooking (and I'm good at it). I'm not too old for cuddling and hugging, and I happen to enjoy it.

Cantor Steven Puzarne of Breeyah.

By Gaby Wenig
Published on May 8, 2003

Carole Levine had been a member of Temple Israel of Hollywood for 28 years. During that time, she attended temple only during the High Holidays. Recently, Levine has started going to temple more often. As a flautist for The Chai Tones, a 10-piece temple band, Levine finds herself at the temple now at least once a month, playing jazzed-up versions of the regular synagogue melodies.

Kids Page

Published on March 20, 2003

Kids Page

Food for Thought

By Rachel Brand
Published on January 9, 2003

Maybe you've noticed that many of the bagel chains today are named after some of the most influential Jewish figures in history -- Einstein, Noah. But have you ever stopped to think that maybe it's the bagels that spurred all of this insight?

Well, the creators of TheBagel.org, a new Web site connecting and inspiring college students in Southern California, seem to think so.