This week we celebrated Shavuot! To honor it, let’s talk about some yummy food and a funny show.
Judaism
The Show Will Go On
Things are beginning to show some semblance of life before the pandemic. One of those things is Broadway returning! This week we highlight some of our favorite musicals we’ve seen and some we want to see.
Taking Time
This week we read about the Sabbatical and Jubilee years in B’har-Bechukotai. Join us as we talk about the importance of rest and taking time for yourself!
Making Room for Everyone
This week we explore Leviticus with parshat Emor. Every now and then you may come across a troubling text, and this was one of those for us. Join us as we unpack the section of Emor that troubled us the most.
With Isolation Comes Healing
As we read parshat Tazria-Metzorah, we draw on the wisdom shared by other Torah scholars and learn about the effects of illness on the whole community.
21 Jewish Women Icons for Women’s History Month 2021
In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (which was earlier this week) we decided we wanted to highlight some notable women in Jewish history. Since it is 2021, we’ve chosen to highlight 21 of these women.
This Will Be (An Everlasting Flame)
We decided to have some fun this week inspired by the ner tamid, the eternal light. Playing on themes of everlasting, eternity, and light, we take a musical turn on our journey.
For You Were Strangers in the Land of Egypt
This week we read Mishpatim, which is full of laws. One of these laws is how to treat the “stranger”. Let’s explore the questions, “What is a stranger?” and “How can we make sure we don’t mistreat them?
The Miracle of Chanukah on the Silver Screen: Our Favorite Chanukah Specials
This week we wanted to highlight our favorite Chanukah TV specials and movies!
It’s Lit – A Hanukkah Playlist to Get You Through 2020
2020 has been less than optimal, but Hanukkah is still here! To help put you in the holiday mood and lift your spirits, we’ve compiled some of our favorite Hanukkah songs!