Israel Today’s Amb. Brad Gordon issues community call to action
Ambassador Brad Gordon briefed the Tidewater community on current events surrounding the Israel-Hamas war and the impact of the conflict on the region and Washington, D.C. The March event brought 300 people to the Sandler Family Campus to learn more about the war and...
Passover traditions around the world
Passover is a uniquely Jewish holiday, with four cups of wine, matzah, 10 plagues, and the central Seder plate. Though traditions and rituals vary among families and different cultures, the Passover story, retold each year, celebrates freedom during the Exodus from...
Passover seders and more in Tidewater
Looking for a seat at a seder or a way to learn more about Passover in Tidewater? Check out this listing to see all that is taking place for the holiday around town. ✡Chabad of Tidewater Passover SedersSeders are led by Rabbis Margolin and BrashevitskyFirst Night...
Can Jews sing Dayenu while there are hostages?
The Passover seder gets a post-Oct. 7 rethink. (JTA) — As the American Israeli poet Marty Herskovitz thought about the upcoming Passover holiday, the prospect of singing Dayenu at the first seder since his country was attacked didn’t sit right with him.The classic...
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Six months into war, Israeli soldiers still count on donations for basic supplies. Why?
Since Oct. 7, fundraising appeals for Israeli soldiers have brought in more than $1 billion.
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Survey taken 5 months into the Gaza war finds most American Jews felt close to Israel, but not its government
The poll also found that almost all American Jews say they are emotionally affected by news of the war.
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Divided Senate ends impeachment of Mayorkas, Jewish homeland security chief
A number of Jewish groups said the impeachment process was marred by antisemitism.
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New stand-up shows aim to revive the Borscht Belt’s Jewish comedy legacy
Jewish comedians are heading upstate for a new series of performances that aims to celebrate the region's stand-up heyday.
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Tidewater: Get ready to be charmed and laugh with Phil Rosenthal
Saturday, April 20, 7 pm, Harrison Opera House He made it clear in Ireland. The same in India. And, of course, in Tel Aviv. Phil Rosenthal of Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil is Jewish. In a brief phone conversation this week, when asked why he manages to insert being...
Be a reporter:Incident Reporting is critical to combating antisemitism
The American Jewish community is facing the most complex and dynamic threat environment in modern history. Christopher Wray, director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, has warned that antisemitism in the U.S. is rising to historic levels; Jews are the target of...
Governor Glenn Youngkin signs bipartisan hate crime legislation
RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin signed 100 bills, including SB7 and HB18 which safeguard Virginians from unlawful discrimination, hate crimes, and antisemitism on Tuesday, April 2. The Governor also vetoed four bills.“From day one, we have made combating...
Has there ever been a more important time to be in Israel?
Solidarity Trip to Israel: June 18 – 22 United Jewish Federation of Tidewater is now accepting deposits and applications for a Solidarity Trip to Israel. The four-day trip will visit sites in the south of the country to witness the destruction, meet the people, and...
Living a life of legacy
Glasser family: Bern, Jessica, Jake, Lori, Michael, Ross, and Caroline (Ross’s significant other). Rose Frances Glasser was a living legacy. Her work within the Hampton Roads and global Jewish communities exemplified her commitment to its continuity. From being a...
Yom Hashoah 2024 Community Holocaust Commemoration
Sunday, May 5, 6:45 pm Temple Emanuel The Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater invites the community to attend the annual Holocaust Day Remembrance, Yom Hashoah.The Commemoration will feature survivor and scholar Dr. Mordecai Paldiel, a...
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Tidewater Community Book Club
Sunday, April 28, 10 am, Temple Emanuel The Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Tidewater Community Book Club will continue with its second book, The Great Partnership: Science, Religion and the Search for Meaning, which was a National Jewish Book Awards Finalist. Rabbi Sacks was...
A twist on tradition
The smell of fresh cookies baking filled the Sandler Family Campus on Sunday, March 10 for the annual “Operation Hamantaschen” PJ Library event.Children, parents, grandparents, and friends put on colorful aprons, pushed up their sleeves, and dove into the delicious,...
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Knowledge is the answer
Israel’s war with Hamas has resulted in vocal and aggressive antisemitism that has not been witnessed in the United States for many generations.Jewish News is gathering and presenting some basic facts in this space to equip readers during this difficult time with the...
Federation welcomes Linda Ausch,new development professional
Linda Ausch joined United Jewish Federation of Tidewater last month as its newest development (fundraising) team member, assuming the role of Development Director - Community Campaign. She will be responsible for a variety of fundraising and community building roles...
The Reba and Sam Sandler Family Campus of the Tidewater Jewish Community is celebrating 20 years!
To commemorate this milestone 20th anniversary, Jewish News is planning a special section in the May 13 issue. We invite you to share your personal stories, memories, and photos of being on the Sandler Family Campus since 2004. Think about all the reasons that brought...
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What’s happening on Virginia’s College campuses today:
A statewide Jewish community briefing • Wednesday, April 17, 7:30 pm, online The statewide...
Luminous: An artist’s story as a guide to radical creativity with Linda Frimer
Through April 30, Leon Family Gallery at the Sandler Family Campus Linda Dayan Frimer’s book...
Yom Hashoah 2024 Community Holocaust Commemoration
Sunday, May 5, 6:45 pm Temple Emanuel The Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of...
Middle School Movie
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Obituaries
May the Source of Peace
send peace to all who mourn, and comfort to all who are bereaved.
Daniel Cohen
VIRGINIA BEACH – Daniel Cohen, 75,passed away March 24. He was born August 16, 1948. Altmeyer Funeral Home-Southside Chapel.
Carole Lee Gutterman
VIRGINIA BEACH - Carole Lee Gutterman, born on October 2, 1943, passed away on March 18 in Virginia Beach. She was 80 years old. Carole was born and...
Quennon Anthony Hundley
CHESAPEAKE - Quennon A. Hundley, 94, was a beloved husband and father who passed away peacefully on March 20. He resided in the Churchland area of...
Joel Kossman
VIRGINIA BEACH - Full of life and love and at his own pace, Joel Kossman passed away on March 12 at the age of 82. After a long struggle with cancer...