As my parents tried to explain early on, this journey was about more than just learning prayers or Torah. In many ways, it ...

The Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics is a supporting foundation of JUF, and is supported in part by the ...

It was also just a good thing to do.” Many of us may think of a “typical” b’mitzvah as a service in synagogue on Shabbat ...

Jamie Diamond Schwartz and David Schwartz are stepping into their new roles as the 2026 JUF Annual Campaign Chairs, ...

She learned that he had some Jewish ancestry, but unfamiliar with the Chicago Jewish community—until now. Then he mentioned ...

Directly following, on the evening of March 7, is the Zukerman Trio, featuring the Jewish violinist/violist/conductor Pinchas ...

Selma Blair is considered one of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood. The Detroit native began acting in the early ...

A deathly infiltration had occurred in both worlds, and an understanding began to shape that life would never be the same ...

That’s the thing about wellness. It can exist in unexpected places. It is deeply sensory. It lives in sound and repetition, ...

Following the October 25 attack, investigators pursued an extensive, methodical process. They issued subpoenas, executed ...

“When you’re getting to these younger ages, you really want a book that will represent the experience of Purim, more than the ...

The AKLA Chicago five-week fellowship comes at no cost to the teens participating. On March 1 from 1–4pm, there will be a ...