May 26, 2026 | 10 Sivan 5786
Book reviews for kids from Liza Wiemer, longtime local Jewish educator “A Place to Pray: A Tale of Friendship and Community Inspired by a True Story,” by Doreen Klein Robinson, illustrated by Yuke Li, published by Worthy Kids. Inspired by the actions of Rabbi Joshua Stanton of East End Temple in New York, this touching and […]
Your Jewish newspaper editor also wants to repair the world As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve become more active in the journalism community, speaking at conferences about what I call “emotional engagement of a journalism audience.” Yes, that’s you. The idea is simple. A community news service must serve its community and think about the experience of its readers to earn trust in […]
At University of Wisconsin-Madison, an anti-Israel resolution muscled through the process is a sign of the times in divided America Rep. Jianda Ni refused to support an anti-Israel resolution in University of Wisconsin-Madison student government, because he believes in focusing on having a safe campus and serving everyone, not divisive international politics. After he spoke his mind on this, at a meeting, the resolution was quickly pushed through the legislative process, appearing to […]
Evers and state Legislature passed historic legislation to help fight antisemitism Milwaukee Jewish Federation applauded Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Legislature for Passing AB446 (SB445), joining 37 other U.S. states and the District of Columbia in codifying the definition of antisemitism into state legislation. By signing this legislation, Governor Evers has ensured Wisconsin has […]
Friday, May 1 Sinai Special Shabbat Join for a special Shabbat honoring Rabbi David B. Cohen and Julie Turetsky for their 30 years of service to Congregation Sinai. May 1, 6-8 p.m., Congregation Sinai, 8223 N. Port Washington Road, Fox Point. 414-352-2970. Shalom Shmooze Join Congregation Shalom for a casual setting to be together, share conversation and build […]
“Awe! It’s Everywhere!” By Chana Stiefel, illustrated by Susan Gal, published by Scholastic Press One of the most magnificent, awe-inspiring picture books ever created, readers of all ages will be captivated by the lyrical words and stunning illustrations. Explore the wonders of the world, the oohs and aahs all around us. Marvel at the beautiful, the incredible, the simple, the magnificent. We need […]
Nicolet Union High School board member Marilyn K. Franklin was recognized by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards for serving 50 years combined, for the Nicolet Union High School Board and before that at the Fox Point-Bayside School District. Franklin was honored Jan. 22 at the Wisconsin State Education Convention in Milwaukee, in front of hundreds of school board members […]
Applications are now open for the Jewish Choral Conducting Institute fall 2026 cohort. JCCI “is the first program in the world to professionally train the next generation of conductors of Jewish choral music,” according to their website. The program was created by Maestro Matthew Lazar, who also founded the Zamir Choral Foundation. Once accepted, 12-15 adult students from […]
When she was 22, she was fighting for immigrants and rallying against the Vietnam War. At 81, she broke a Guinness World Record. “I have a tendency when I’m doing something to sort of rise up, because that’s just who I am,” said Bonnie Sumner, interviewing from her Colorado home. Summer, who lived in Milwaukee for decades and has […]
His inspiration seems to have come from, of all places, the inside of a Wisconsin tavern. Elliot Lubar may have been launched into a life of human service from a bar. His father, Saul Lubar, owned the 1600 Bar on State Street in Milwaukee. Mindy Lubar Price remembers her father, Elliot, at the place vaguely, from her childhood: “He watched what […]
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