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By Eric George Tauber CINCINATTI, Ohio — We all know these names: Martin Luther King Jr. Rosa Parks Ruby Bridges Malcolm X These are the Civil Rights figures of the history books. Their images appear on murals and monuments. Their stories have been told in biographies, films, plays and operas. Likewise, we have all heard […]
‘Rustin’ Opens a Book Kept in the Closet Read More »
Eric George Tauber, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA
Three outstanding poets will be featured in the opening Jewish Poets—Jewish Voices program of the 2023-24 season, Tuesday, November 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Astor Judaica Library of the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center. [Eileen Wingard]
Israeli, American Poets To Be Featured Tuesday Night at the JCC Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Eileen Wingard, Israel, San Diego County, USA
Unprovoked shootings are never justified, no matter what the world situation may be. I would like to extend my sympathy to Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Ali Ahmad, as well as to their families. It is outrageous that a gunman would commit such a horrendous act anywhere, and especially here in the pluralistic United States. [Donald H. Harrison]
Shooting in Vermont of 3 Palestinian Students is Reprehensible Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Middle East, Opinion, USA
Kahana exhibits an impressive command over world history, showcasing a deep understanding of the classical texts and historical narratives that have influenced what is commonly referred to as “Western Civilization,” extending even to the earliest civilizations predating the West. [Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel]
‘Spirit of Progress’ Traces Civilizations from Ancient Times to the Present Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi
These NICUs as well as Rady Children’s Hospital itself are named for Jewish businessman and philanthropist Ernest Rady, a native of Winnipeg, Canada. He and his wife Evelyn moved in 1966 when he was 29 to San Diego and proceeded to make a fortune in banking, finance insurance, oil and gas, and real estate. [Donald H. Harrison]
The Philanthropy of Ernest and Evelyn Rady Read More »
Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, International, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County
Anthony Davi has been leading tours in Little Italy in one form or another for 26 years. As a resident and member of the community, he knows everyone’s stories and history. And most importantly, he knows every restaurateur, their stories, their history, their best dishes and everything else. [Sandi Masori]
Little Italy Food Tour Provides Yummy Slices Of History Read More »
Business & Finance, San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Travel and Food, USAAn anti-Israel, anti-American cartoon that appeared in the Bonita Vista High School newspaper has sparked a controversy that has escalated to the point that San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan has said her office will look into whether a hate crime has been committed. [Donald H. Harrison]
Anti-Israel Cartoon Roils Sweetwater Union High School District Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Israel, Middle East, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
Chanukah, is a minor holiday in our calendar that has been made into a major holiday by Hallmark and Mattel toys over the years. Nevertheless, even …though Chanukah is a minor holiday like Purim it has a very and important lesson for us particularly as Jews in America today. [Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg]
Israeli Soldiers Are the Modern Maccabees Read More »
Bernhard H. Rosenberg-Rabbi, Israel, Jewish Religion, Opinion
In all of this you’re probably wondering where my Jewish angle is… well I couldn’t find one. I guess the real answer here is that even though it’s a show that’s about a holiday we Jews don’t celebrate, theater is still fun and a good time can be had by all. [Sandi Masori]
The Grinch Delights in its 26th year Read More »
San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
In Judaism, there’s a saying in the Talmud, “Who is rich? He who is happy with his lot” (Pirkei Avot 4:1). This wisdom resonates deeply with the spirit of Thanksgiving. It’s about recognizing the fullness of our lives, even when there are ‘holes’, or missing pieces. It’s about finding joy and gratitude in what we do have – the ‘bagel’ – the blessings, the opportunities, and the hope that surrounds us. [Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel]
Focus on the Bagel, Not on the Hole: A Thanksgiving Parable Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Travel and Food
In this version Jewish playwrights Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen have adapted it with hilarious anachronistic references to San Diego and pop culture. As soon as the show opens they show us what to expect when they reference the stage ghost light and then say that San Diego has too many ghosts, like those at the Hotel Del, The Whaley House, or the Chargers Fan Club. [Sandi Masori]
Jewish Touches Add to Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big San Diego Christmas Show Read More »
San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
Then, the first siren rang. We were bewildered and befuddled but the amazing hotel staff shuffled us into the basement along with the other hotel guests. In my imagination, this was just another one-day scuffle. Such is what passes for “peacetime” in this part of the world, I thought. [Shoshana McKinney]
Ugandan-American Tells of Fateful October Visit to Israel Read More »
International, Israel, Jewish History, Shoshana McKinney, Travel and Food
By Laurie Baron SAN DIEGO — Thanksgiving brings families together, but arguments about current events break them up. This year Jewish families will face this combustible situation as relatives sympathetic with the plight of Gazan civilians come face to face with their Stand With Us kin. Here are some suggestions to avoid the meal from
Satire: Avoiding Arguments about the Israel-Hamas War at Thanksgiving Dinners Read More »
Lawrence Baron, Trivia, Humor & Satire
“There is no escape from the inevitable conclusion that if Israel cannot tolerate Hamas along the southern border, Israel cannot tolerate Hezbollah on the northern border either,” he told more than 300 persons at a StandWithUs-sponsored speech on Monday evening, Nov. 20, in the social hall of Congregation Beth El. [Donald H. Harrison]
Aharoni: Hamas’ Oct 7th Attack Rewrote the Rules for Fighting Terrorism Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Israel, Middle East, San Diego County