Seder plates, oranges, and memories

Seder plates, oranges, and memories

A beautiful, high-end fancy seder plate might be the perfect centerpiece at the table.  Other times though, the attraction might radiate from the memories of a beat-up, or a child-made, or an artistic piece that when placed on the table, manages to bring loved...

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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:50:42 +0000

A GOP lawmaker tried to put a Holocaust denier on New Hampshire’s Holocaust education board

Matt Sabourin dit Choinière brought a notorious German Holocaust denier and his books to a state hearing.

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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:02:38 +0000

Attack on Jewish man outside Los Angeles synagogue investigated as hate crime

The attack outside of Adas Torah synagogue comes years after two Jewish men were shot outside their synagogues in Los Angeles 2023.

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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:20:08 +0000

Mamdani ad promoting Rent Guidelines Board features city employee wearing a keffiyeh

Plus, diners at Israeli restaurant called 'pedophiles' and 'Epstein class' by pro-Palestinian protesters

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Passover seders around Tidewater

Passover seders around Tidewater

Compiled by Konikoff Center for Learning Looking for a Passover seder to attend this year? Check out these options and make a decision soon to secure a spot, as Passover begins at sundown on Wednesday, April 1. B’nai Israel Congregation Anyone who would like home...

KBH sells building, creates endowment

KBH sells building, creates endowment

And with stroke of a few pens, it was over!  The closing documents were signed, the checks issued, and Kehillat Bet Hamidrash/Kempsville Conservative Synagogue (KBH) was officially a congregation without a building – yet with a new endowment fund.  After...

JCC Lifeguard Josef Patar celebrates citizenship 

JCC Lifeguard Josef Patar celebrates citizenship 

His story could be a novel. . . and a page-turner, at that.   This past December, Josef Patar added a chapter he’s been trying to write for a while. . . he became a naturalized U.S. citizen.  With several supporters, including a couple of friends from Ohef...

JFS volunteer honored as Food Bank Superhero of the Month

JFS volunteer honored as Food Bank Superhero of the Month

Laura Goldstein, a volunteer for Jewish Family Service of Tidewater, was recently honored by the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore as their Superhero of the Month. Goldstein was nominated and recognized for her dedication, compassion, and...

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BBG gets new advisor

BBG gets new advisor

Tidewater BBYO recently welcomed Anya Dippold to Simcha BBG’s Advisory Committee.   BBYO advisors serve as positive role models, working in partnership with staff members to supervise and guide AZA and BBG chapters. Advisors empower each BBYO member to do...

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May the Source of Peace
send peace to all who mourn, and comfort to all who are bereaved.

Marjorie Jane Berger

Virginia Beach – Marjorie Jane Berger, born September 11, 1946, passed away on February 3 at the age of 79.   She is survived by her...

Harold “Hal” Delevie

Los Angeles, Calif. – Harold “Hal” Delevie, a beloved husband, father, and community member, passed away on February 8, after a very long and...

Harvey David Eluto

Raleigh, N.C. – Harvey David Eluto passed away on March 10, 2026. Harvey Eluto was the oldest child of Jerome and Ida Eluto. He is survived by his...

Gerald Maury Hankin

Virginia Beach – Gerald Maury Hankin, better known as “Jerry,” a man of unwavering determination and boundless generosity, passed away peacefully on...