Israel trip reconnects us with Shinshinim, strengthens purpose for Nadiv
In late May, my wife, Shikma, our two boys, and I visited Israel with the primary goal to see Shikma’s family: her grandma, sister, nieces, aunt, uncle, and cousins.We spent several days in apartments in Ra’anana and Hod HaSharon eating great meals and catching up on...
From pantry to advocacy: JFS of Tidewater speaks to VB Council about compassionate service
Jewish Family Service of Tidewater presented at the formal session of the Virginia Beach City Council on Tuesday, May 27. JFS was nominated by Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, Councilmen Michael Berlucchi of District 3, and Joash Schulman of District 9 in recognition...
History and ritual converge at Aviva Ark Dedication and service
A Shabbat was clearly the right time to dedicate the new ark at Aviva Pembroke, the senior housing community now open at Pembroke Square in Virginia Beach.Naval Officer and woodcrafter David Small was our Noah, creating the home for the same Torah that was in the...
FBI, DHS issue warning of ‘elevated threat’ to Jewish and Israeli communities
The FBI and DHS have released several similar announcements in recent years warning of potential attacks motivated by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. In the wake of two violent attacks on Jewish community events in recent weeks, the FBI and Department...
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Israel’s strike on Iran: How we got here, what we don’t know and what happens next
In the hours before the strike, some insiders said they thought Israel could be rattling sabers.
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Israel strikes Iran, against Trump’s urging, and warns Israelis to expect counterattack
"A missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected," Israel's defense minister said.
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In Brooklyn, you can party like it’s the Borscht Belt in 1963
The Neighborhood, a cultural hub for Brooklyn Jews, hosts "Catskills, BK: Dirtier Dancing," a retro rooftop party at the Moxy Hotel in Williamsburg.
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How teenage teaching assistants play a crucial role at one New York City religious school
The TA program at the Upper East Side’s Temple Shaaray Tefila has been in place for years. Since Oct. 7, their duties have expanded to help young kids make sense of the Israel-Hamas war.
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Steps on the Jewish Journey: The Hoffman family and One Happy Camper
When Summer Hoffman was 15 years old, she received a One Happy Camper grant that allowed her to attend a three-week residential camp, BBYO International Kallah. For her interfaith family—half Jewish, half Christian—it was more than just a summer getaway. It became a...
Medical Directives versus Medical Orders
An 84-year-old woman in the intensive care unit asked if the facility had a copy of her advance medical directive to support her healthcare wishes. The doctor explained that, in the hospital, this legal document did not serve the purpose she intended and instead...
Parents gift therapy practice to daughter
Dr. Michael S. Weissman and his wife, Brina, opened Churchland Psychological Center in 1981, serving Hampton Roads for nearly 45 years.As clinical director, Weissman offers individual adult psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, and psychological testing, while...
Dr. Louise Lubin inspires JFS staff with message of self-compassion and resilience
Amid the demands of social services work, the staff at Jewish Family Service of Tidewater recently gained valuable insights and inspiration during a seminar led by Dr. Louise B. Lubin, a distinguished clinical psychologist with 40 years of experience.With a focus on...
Kiddish
Kiddish is a Jewish News column celebrating little people – their first introductions, milestones, simchas, and accomplishments. Sharing these special moments and achievements with Jewish Tidewater creates a collective kvell! Noa Hanna DratchBorn January 9,...
Leadership elected for Tidewater’s BBYO
Elections for Tidewater BBYO chapters took place on Saturday, May 10. The positions of president; vice president, programming; and vice president, membership are elected for a school-year term, while the other three positions are elected for fall and spring terms....
Street names for Andrew Fine in VIBE Creative District
In keeping with the ViBe’s 10-year anniversary celebrations, the Virginia Beach City Council recognized the ViBe Creative District with a Resolution at its meeting on Tuesday, May 20. The City Council thanked ViBe co-founders Andrew Fine and Laura Wood and executive...
Yom Hashoah 2025 Honors and Remembers
Falling on the 82nd anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising, this year’s Yom Hashoah community commemoration reminded Tidewater’s Jewish community of how important it is to remember those who perished in the Holocaust and honor those who survived. More than 350...
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Charlotte rabbi: The antisemitic attacks are painful.The silence from our trusted partners is excruciating.
Rabbi Asher Knight(JTA) — My family has lived in Colorado for generations. I was in touch with my mother and cousins following the firebombing attack on people marching to call attention to the hostages held in Gaza. In my mind, I can visualize exactly where it...
World Zionist Congress election results: Surge in US turnout, Reform slate wins most
(JTA) — More than 230,000 American Jews voted in the 2025 election for the World Zionist Congress, setting a new turnout record and nearly doubling participation compared to the last election five years ago, according to preliminary results released Thursday, June 5...
Turn taxes into a tool for building the future of Jewish Tidewater
What if a donation today could help shape a stronger Jewish community—and reduce a future tax burden?Thanks to the Tidewater Jewish Foundation and Virginia’s Education Improvement Scholarships Tax Credits (EISTC) program, individuals and businesses who believe in the...
Strelitz International Academy’s Carin Simon attends Life & Legacy conference
Carin Simon, director of advancement at Strelitz International Academy, joined Tidewater Jewish Foundation’s Naomi Limor Sedek and Amy Weinstein at the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s Life & Legacy Leadership Conference last month.“I feel so fortunate to have had...
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Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries
TCC/City Joint-Use Library, 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach • Through Saturday, June 28 This...
History and ritual converge at Aviva Ark Dedication and service
A Shabbat was clearly the right time to dedicate the new ark at Aviva Pembroke, the senior housing...
Mahj Mondays at the J
Begins Monday, June 23 • Sandler Family Campus There’s something in the air. Mah Jongg Mondays (or...
Save the date for SIA’s golf tournament
Wednesday, September 10 • Virginia Beach National Golf Club Plans for the 36th Annual Strelitz...
Obituaries
May the Source of Peace
send peace to all who mourn, and comfort to all who are bereaved.
Helena Weinrauch, Holocaust survivor and ‘dancing angel’
(New York Jewish Week) — New Yorker Helena Weinstock Weinrauch, a Holocaust survivor known for taking up ballroom dancing in her late 80s, died at...
Bernice Peters Jacobs
VIRGINIA BEACH - Bernice Peters Jacobs, “Nici,” age 97, passed away on May 28, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and proud...
Suzanne Snyder Jacobson
VIRGINIA BEACH - Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, passed away peacefully at home on June 1, 2025.Suzanne was predeceased by her devoted husband of 64...
Bea Kocen Linas
Richmond – Bea Rueben Linas, 104, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025.Born on April 2, 1921, Bea was known for her sharp sense of...