From the Sources: Purim – Sequel to Sinai
by Eliezer Segal (AJNews) – In one of the Talmud’s more theologically troubling passages, an obscure sage named Rav Avdimi bar Ḥama expounded that when…
2020
Monuments: We in Canada should know better
By Myrna Kostash (AJNews) – I snatched up the November issue of Edmonton Jewish News when I saw, above the fold, the bold headline, “YEG…
My Jewish Learning: Purim 2020
(My Jewish Learning via JTA) – In 2020, Purim begins at sunset on Monday, March 9 and ends at sunset on Tuesday, March 10. The…
Passover in the time of coronavirus: Cancellations mount at kosher resorts
by Ben Harris NEW YORK (JTA) — For the past three years, Esther Possick has avoided the hassle of hosting Passover at her Long Island…
CANCELLED – Calgary event: Learn about Beta Israel with Dr. David Breakstone
Please note this event has been cancelled due to travel restrictions. (Calgary) – On March 26, from 7 – 9 pm, Dr. David Breakstone will…