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Violins of Hope at SBHEC Kristallnacht event
The Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center welcomes the Violins of Hope for its annual Kristallnacht commemoration on, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Dwares Jewish Community Center in Providence. The … more
The exterior of the museum in Pawtucket.
Cape Verdean Museum highlights Jewish heritage on the island
PAWTUCKET – At first, you may wonder: Why is there a Jewish-themed exhibit in the Cape Verdean Museum? Where did these folded talitot come from? What is the story behind this printed Haggadah, … more
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Touro Fraternal Association to Hold Open House
Jewish men 18 and older are invited to attend an open house, hosted by Touro Fraternal Association, on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m. at Crook Point Brewery, 65 Massasoit Ave., East Providence. … more
The crowd at one of the presentations at Bishop McVinney Auditorium in Providence.
‘Roddie’s Code’ meant to inspire Rhode Islanders
From Oct. 21 to 23, Pastor Chris Edmonds of Maryville, Tennessee, made a whirlwind trip around Rhode Island to share the story of his father, Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds. Roddie Edmonds was a young leader of the 106th Infantry platoon which was captured by the Germans during World War II. Upon their imprisonment, a Nazi major ordered him to turn over all his Jewish soldiers. At gunpoint, Master Sgt. Edmonds refused, saying “We are all Jews.” He saved over 200 Jewish lives that day. ... more
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Deni Avdija during a game between the Washington Wizards and the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, Feb. 13, 2023.
The Jewish NBA players to watch as the 2024-2025 season tips off
As the NBA season tips off, there are three Jewish players taking the court – the same trio who were in the league last year – though one is still finding out where he will be playing. … more
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The David C. Isenberg Early Childhood Center at the Dwares Jewish Community Center in Providence had handcrafted sukkahs on display during Sukkot. Created by ECC classrooms, teachers, and parents and their children, these little sukkahs really brightened the lower lobby of the JCC. Made from mostly natural and recycled materials these miniatures celebrated Sukkot and the JCC’s smallest members.
Sukkah at the Schools
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on Middle East policy
WASHINGTON – With just days to go before the election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have both tried to use Israel as a wedge issue: Trump has said the country will not exist in two years if … more
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George M. Goodwin
Some high school memories
For my last two years of high school, following Confirmation, I attended Chadwick, which was located about 30 miles south of my family’s home in Los Angeles. It was one of the few private … more
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Ashley D. Kelley and Grey Henson in the Broadway production of “Shucked.” The national tour is playing at Providence Performing Arts Center through Oct. 27., 2024.
‘Shucked,’ at PPAC, serves up the simple joys of mindless musical comedy
PROVIDENCE – I was dreading seeing this musical. Scarred by the rural TV comedies of my youth, the likes of “Petticoat Junction,” “Green Acres” and … more
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Mezuzah donation
Jewish residents at Hattie Ide Chaffee Home, in East Providence, recently received mezuzot donated by the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island. The mezuzot were hung up with the help of Susie … more
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