Jewish Emmy nominees include Larry David and ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ in a last hurrah
by Andrew Lapin (JTA) — TV’s most Jewish comedy has one more chance to grab some statues on its way out the door. The 12th…
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Is the Tradition of the Shiva Visit Disappearing?
by Susan Dvorkin and Harold Lipton (Calgary) – One of two cardinal principles that underlies Jewish end of life practice is nichum aveilim – comforting…
Spring begins with colour and joy at TBT Gallery in Calgary
By Shelley Werner (AJNews) – Temple B’nai Tikvah presents “Light Will Win Over Darkness” by Calgary Artist Lily Rosenberg. Passover brings a time for renewal…
Hamilton Jewish federation ‘dismayed’ by theatre’s decision to postpone film festival over security fears
by Andrew Lapin (JTA) — A Canadian movie theatre said it was postponing a Jewish film festival, over the objections of the local Jewish federation,…
Mark your calendars Edmonton! Matchmaker Aleeza Ben Shalom is coming!
By Regan Treewater-Lipes (AJNews) – Jewish viewers the world over, and secular audiences alike, fell in love with the disarming smile and enchanting nature of…