By Lee Chottiner Community Editor Above all else Rabbi Michael Wolk did in Louisville, he will always remember this town as the place where he met his wife. The year was 2012. Wolk, a Long Island native recently ordained by … Read More
Dr. Barbara Isaacs, a Hadassah Louisville life member, saw firsthand how the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem serves Arabs, Israelis, Orthodox Jews and all others during her recent trip to Israel. Speaking at the April 2 Louisville Hadassah Chai Society … Read More
Late last year, Rabbi Irwin Kula gave a compelling community address titled “Embracing Change.” During his address, he noted that the most observed Jewish practice today is the Passover Seder. The order and structure of the Seder are much the … Read More
Recently, there has been an increase in anti-Semitic incidents reported nationally, according to the ADL and the Southern Poverty Law Center, and it is manifesting itself in many different ways. We have seen increases in Swastika graffiti, online harassment, and … Read More
Ever since I moved to the United States, I have visited Israel, my homeland, about twice a year. Over the years, I’ve managed to experience each and every Jewish holiday there. For some reason, though, I always missed Israel Independence … Read More
The prophet Ezekiel (11:16) states that wherever the Jewish people shall go, they are commanded to make a “mikdash me’at” – a small sanctuary, with an eternal light, so that they would remember that which is eternal in the midst … Read More
Fifty years ago, as Israel celebrated her birthday on May 15, 1967, many feared for her survival. Much of the Arab world was gearing up to destroy the fledgling state, and there was talk of another Holocaust. Miraculously, that is … Read More
There is no better sign of summer than the outdoor pools opening at The J. As always, the Family Pool and Seng Jewelers Wading Pool will open on Memorial Day weekend. A membership at The J is what you need … Read More
Summer camp is right around the corner. With only 5 weeks until the start, Camp J is hard at work planning and preparing for the best summer yet. Summer Camp is a special time for children of all ages to … Read More
Opening weekend at the pool is going to the next level! On Sunday, May 28, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The J is hosting a Free Family Festival and Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration. There will be Israel-inspired arts and craft activities, carnival … Read More