by David Breakstone First and foremost, my heart goes out to the loved ones of those who were lost in the inferno that is still burning. And it bleeds for those whose lives have been devastated by the disaster. But my head is also reeling, and it is telling me that we can’t … [Read more...] about Keep Dreaming: When the Greeks Saved Hanukka
Chanukah 2010
I Gotta Feeling Hanukkah
As eyes continue to look to the scorched Carmel and hearts go out to the victims and their families, Israelis and Jews everywhere are looking for reasons to be happy this Hannukah. In response, the young adults of Ein Prat - The Academy for Leadership have gotten together and … [Read more...] about I Gotta Feeling Hanukkah
Chanukah Flames Fuel Women’s Empowerment in FSU
by H. Glenn Rosenkrantz With the lights of Chanukah symbolizing visibility, perseverance and enlightenment, women throughout Russia and the Ukraine are gathering to educate themselves and others not only about the holiday, but also issues core to their lives and communities: … [Read more...] about Chanukah Flames Fuel Women’s Empowerment in FSU
Chanukah Tweet Up in Jerusalem
This is not going to be one of those complicated posts. Nope. Are we going to contemplate the historical revisionist perspective of the Maccabees? Are we going to contemplate the significance of light during these winter months and how that represents the promotion of knowledge, … [Read more...] about Chanukah Tweet Up in Jerusalem
Chanukah: from Argentina to the White House
In Argentina, El Toratron, a Jewish Educational Theater ensemble, performs "A Prender La Luz" (Let's turn on the lights) in different synagogues, JCCs, Jewish homes for children and the elderly and other various public celebrations. Check out their demo video here … [Read more...] about Chanukah: from Argentina to the White House
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