2025 Virginia General Election Jewish Voters’ Guide
The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Washington and Washington Jewish Week produced this Virginia General Election Jewish Voters’ Guide for the 2025 statewide races. The candidates running for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General...
The smart way to pass it on
Estate planning attorney Rob Goodman explains how TJF can help business owners blend financial strategy with a legacy of philanthropy. When Rob Goodman sits down with a business owner to talk about succession planning, the conversation often turns to something deeper...
Nadiv kicks off new programming year, selects PJ Library as fundraising cause
The men of Nadiv selected PJ Library as its fundraising cause for the 2025-2026 programming year. The group met on Tuesday, Sept. 9 and, after healthy debate, voted on the popular program that provides families with resources that connect them with Jewish...
In Israel, a struggle to reconcile grief and joy as Sukkot and Oct. 7 coincide
JTA) — On the second anniversary of the Hamas massacre, Israelis grappled with how to mark the date which overlapped with the first day of Sukkot, when Jewish tradition requires festivity. The government postponed official remembrances until the day after the Simchat...
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NYC’s Eric Adams condemns anti-Israel art exhibit: ‘Activism is not an excuse for antisemitism’
Adams also used his address to rail against those who “refuse to condemn” the phrase “globalize the intifada,” an apparent reference to Zohran Mamdani.
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Heritage Foundation president stands by Tucker Carlson after host platforms antisemitism
Kevin Roberts also said Nick Fuentes, whom Carlson hosted, should not be canceled.
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Ellison’s Oracle poised to run TikTok, raising hopes for tougher rules against antisemitism
U.S. officials say a deal giving Oracle control of TikTok’s American operations has won Beijing’s approval.
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Freed hostage Alon Ohel plays piano on Israeli sketch comedy show ‘Eretz Nehederet’
Ohel’s performance comes as other freed hostages’ return to public life has drawn celebration, and mourning.
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1,000 books bring Jewish stories to Tidewater schools
When students in more than 300 Tidewater schools opened their library doors this fall, they found something new on the shelves: stories that reflect the richness of Jewish life and history. Thanks to the Konikoff Center for Learning of United Jewish Federation of...
The White Rose Project continues to strengthen Holocaust education
For decades, the Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater has worked to ensure the lessons of the Holocaust are not forgotten. At the heart of this effort is the White Rose Project, an educational initiative that provides books to schools...
The Ketubah – a Jewish marriage contract
The ketubah, or Jewish marriage contract, has traditionally spelled out the groom’s obligations to his wife, including financial responsibilities and his commitment to provide for his bride’s basic needs, such as food, shelter, and intimacy. In the orthodox tradition,...
Driving success despite the weather: The Bob Josephberg Classic
The Strelitz International Academy’s 37th Annual Golf Tournament, held on Wednesday, September 10 at the Virginia Beach National Golf Club, proved that not even rainy skies could dampen the spirit of community and generosity. Known as the Bob Josephberg Classic, this...
BeAR launches 2025/26 school year with successful kickoff breakfast
The Be A Reader (BeAR) Literacy Project celebrated the start of its 2025/26 school year with an enormously successful kickoff breakfast on Monday, Sept. 15 at the Sandler Family Campus. The event gathered more than 90 BeAR mentors, both new and returning, for a...
BBYO holds a successful fall event
Thirty-five members and prospects (17 AZA and 18 BBG) gathered at Top Golf to kick off the new programming term for BBYO. Sports, socializing, and snacks were enjoyed by all. To learn about more programming, contact Courtney Krutoy, city director - Tidewater...
Community Challah Bake for JFS holiday gift bags rises to annual event stature
The smell of fresh dough and the sound of laughter filled the Sandler Family Campus on Monday, Sept. 8, as community members of all ages gathered around tables dusted with flour. Jewish Family Service, in partnership with the Konikoff Center for Learning, hosted a...
New advisors for Old Dominion AZA
Dr. Ben Rubenstein and Eric Miller joined the advisory committee last month for Tidewater BBYO’s Old Dominion AZA. BBYO advisors serve as role models working in partnership with staff members to supervise and guide AZA and BBG chapters. Advisors empower each BBYO...
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Mike Goldsmith, security expert, speaks with seniors
The online world can be confusing and scary for people of all ages. That is why on Wednesday, Sept. 17, Secure Community Network’s Regional Security Advisor for Tidewater, Mike Goldsmith, spoke with the JCC Senior’s Club about recognizing common scams. Protecting...
Biased reporting in the media
Editor: Ever since Oct.7, 2023 this country (and around the world) has seen a strong upsurge in antisemitism. Much of this originates with right-wing white supremacists and the left Muslim pro-Palestinian sectors. But a large contingent also comes from...
These Tidewater attorneys share a commitment to Jewish ethics
The three Jewish attorneys profiled on the following pages have several common characteristics. First of all, Steve Brown, Bill Nossen, and Neil Rose all hail from the northeast, landing in Tidewater for various reasons. These men demonstrate their commitment to...
Rain didn’t stop the fun(gi): Celebrating food art with Bill Wurtzel
On a very rainy evening (some parts of Virginia Beach saw nearly a foot of rain on September 16), kids and grownups alike filled the Sandler Family Campus’ Fleischmann Lounge with joy as they played with their food with award-winning artist Bill Wurtzel. After a...
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Jewish Book Festival 2025, Part 2:Closing the season with stories that unite
As 2025 winds down and Jewish Book Month marks its 100th year, the final stretch of Tidewater’s...
Luncheon honoring Hebrew Ladies Society
Sunday, January 11 Ohef Sholom Temple Jewish Family Service will host a special luncheon to...
Thanksgiving Drive
Friday, November 21 10 am – 12 pmSandler Family Campus Jewish Family Service will host its annual...
Knots for Kindness
Tuesdays, 10 am -12 pm Sandler Family Campus Every other Thursday 10 – 12 pm, Aviva A combined...
Obituaries
May the Source of Peace
send peace to all who mourn, and comfort to all who are bereaved.
Samuel Sandler
NORFOLK - Samuel Sandler, 59, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 7, 1966, to Jack and...
George Walter Stein
VIRGINIA BEACH - With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of George Walter Stein on October 7, 2025, at the age of 83. ...
Charlotte Cooper Corey
NORFOLK - Charlotte Cooper Corey, some knew her as ‘CHICK,” has gone ‘Home” to dance once again with her beloved husband, Donald Leigh Corey. ...
Robert P. James
PORTSMOUTH - Robert P. James, 87, passed away on August 25, 2025. Robert was born in Portsmouth, Va. He retired as a school bus driver after...