October 21, 2025 | 29 Tishri 5786
This year’s film festival will include “Matchmaking 2,” set in Israel’s Orthodox community, continuing the story from a film featured last year: “Matchmaking.” The Milwaukee Jewish Film Festival will return for its 28th year with five films in all. They will explore themes of identity, history, and love. The festival runs October 26–30 at Marcus North Shore […]
Sunday, Oct. 5 Marking Oct. 7 Oct. 7, 2023 was a day of profound loss, as Hamas launched a brutal attack on Israel —taking lives, tearing families apart, and shaking communities worldwide. This year’s commemoration invites us to honor, support one another, and uplift our spirits through music, poetry, storytelling, text study, and meditation, culminating in a shared gathering in […]
When a documentary illustrated Sweden’s role as a haven for Jews during the Holocaust, some audience members took note of the positive take on a terrible moment. About 70 people gathered on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Curtin Hall for a screening of “Passage to Sweden.” The film was co-presented by the […]
Wednesday, Sept. 4 Sound of the shofar Discover the deeper meaning of the Shofar at Congregation Shalom’s Lunch & Learn. This month’s topic, “The Sound of the Shofar: A Wake-Up Call for the Soul,” explores its symbolic, emotional, and spiritual role in preparing for the High Holy Days. Thoughtful discussion, share insights, and connect with others. […]
Friday, Aug. 1 Summer gathering spot Come by the J to relax, read, or sit and catch up with friends. Magazines, newspapers, coffee, and tea will be provided on the West Patio. Grab lunch from Hannah’s Kitchen at CAFA B DATA while you’re here. Free and open for our community to attend. Wednesdays, Thursdays and […]
Tuesday, July 8 New Moon Soundbath A unique experience that harmoniously blends the ancient tradition of Rosh Chodesh with the healing power of sound. Members $25. Community $30. July 8, 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center – Studio B, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Register at JccMilwaukee.org/newmoon. Contact: […]
The first annual Herb Kohl Service Award will recognize three of Milwaukee’s leading philanthropic business figures at its inaugural debut on June 11. Sheldon Lubar, Stephen Marcus, and Allan “Bud” Selig will each accept the award at the Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Economic Forum luncheon on June 11 at the Pfister Hotel in Downtown Milwaukee. The […]
Jordan Bielsky, grandson of a Jewish partisan group founder, spoke on his family’s connection with the Holocaust at the Yom HaShoah community event on April 27. The event was held at the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, in partnership with the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center, a program of Milwaukee […]
Several Jewish organizations are raising their flags in support of LGBTQ+ pride at this year’s Milwaukee Pride Parade. Together, they will walk with J-Pride to show dedication to creating a welcoming Jewish community where people can be themselves. “These gatherings are about celebrating openness and love and support and friendship in the community,” said J-Pride […]
Tuesday, June 4 Journalism in 2025 Join the Levy Summer Series featuring journalist Rob Golub, who is editor of the Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle and Successful Journalism for Communities. What are the major challenges that confront journalists? Rob will explain approaches sometimes referred to as “community journalism” and “community engagement.” He will also share experiences from his […]
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