Lin-Manuel Miranda and my German-Jewish grandma both made ‘the Heights’ what it is
by Steve North (New York Jewish Week via JTA) — Several years before skyrocketing to superstardom with “Hamilton,” Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote the music and lyrics…
Entertainment
Na’amat Calgary presents Na’am ART Virtual Silent Auction – opening June 6
(AJNews) – This month, Na’amat Canada Calgary presents Na’amART Virtual Silent Auction in support of the School Supplies for Kids project. The auction officially opens…
The Jewish history of Bazooka bubble gum
by Joanna O’Leary (Via JTA) – This article originally appeared on The Nosher. Chew on this: One of America’s most iconic gum brands was originally…
Camp Gan Izzy for Summer 2021 – in Calgary and in Edmonton
By Rochel Matusof (AJNews) – As the summer season is fast approaching, some families find themselves thinking about what form of entertainment and fun they…
This blintz recipe survived the Holocaust
by June Hersh (The Nosher. via JTA) – Blintzes are one of Shavuot’s most popular dishes. Long associated with Ashkenazi cooking, the light and airy hug…