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Taunton congregation celebrates Pride with Shabbat message

TAUNTON – On June 17, members of Congregation Agudath Achim met to light the Shabbat candles and to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. “I want the LGBTQ+ community to know that there is a safe space for them,” said Colman Reaboi, cantor and spiritual leader. more

SETH CHITWOOD | 7/4/22

Mrs. Shira Hochheimer, the speaker at the event.

Torah partners celebrate four years of study

For almost 10 years, Project Shoresh has sponsored its Partners in Torah Night! program. For one hour each week, “study-buddies” meet for informal exploration of Jewish topics and … more

7/4/22

Arno Michaelis and Pardeep Singh Kaleka.

Speakers offer healthy solutions to the problem of hate

On April 7, the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island welcomed Pardeep Singh Kaleka and Arno Michaelis for an evening of conversation around a crucial question: Why do we hate? Over 50 participants … more

EMMA NEWBERY | 5/24/22

Get ready to nosh

Top Nosh is back! Jewish Rhode Island, Lighthouse Kosher and the Jewish Alliance announce the return of “Top Nosh: the best of Kosher Rhode Island.” more

5/18/22

Henrik Kauffman and Franklin D. Roosevelt in the Oval Office from "The Good Traitor."

Arts Emanu-El to screen 2 films about Scandinavia during WWII

Arts Emanu-El is streaming eye-opening films about Denmark and Norway during World War II as its May events. These two countries are a study in contrasts since the Jews of Denmark fared well … more

PAMELA HANZEL | 5/9/22

Phantom, the Jack Russell terrier, and Sherlock Holmes live with Scott and Mitzvah Williams in North Kingstown.

Our annual showcase of pets

Look at all the wonderful furry friends submitted by our readers in 2022! more

5/6/22

Arts Emanu-El presents a film about life in German-occupied Denmark

Arts Emanu-El will present the film “Into the Darkness,” which centers on the dilemmas of the Danish population during World War II, on Eventive from April 28 through May 2. In the … more

PAMELA HANZEL | 4/1/22

‘Pushke Project’ fosters generational giving

When I think about the word legacy, so many things come to mind. Most important to me are the lessons I have taught my children and grandchildren, and the fulfillment I have found in giving back to … more

HERB MEISTER | 2/6/22

Pictured, left to right: David Bodah, RIALA executive director; Roberta Ragge, award recipient and executive director of Tamarisk; Kathleen Smith, director of education and events; and Melody Song-Hunter, director of member services and special projects.

Tamarisk director wins assisted-living award

The Rhode Island Assisted Living Association has honored Roberta Ragge, executive director of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence, with its Bob Henry Outstanding Service … more

2/6/22