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San Diego Jewish Community Celebrates Community, Culture
By L’CHAIM Staff Join the San Diego Jewish community for an inspiring evening celebrating community, culture, and impact at the Israeli American Council ...
December 2024 / January 2025
God Gave Me Wisdom, Orthodox College Football Receiver Says
By Dave Gordon, JNS.org William Blake wrote in his 1794 poem “The Garden of Love” of a chapel with “‘Thou shalt not’ writ over the ...
December 2024 / January 2025
Curry Magic Lentil and Chickpea Stew
By Rachel Beller, MS, RDN, CEO Beller Nutritional Institute, bellernutrition.com Looking for a hearty, flavorful dish that’s as nutritious as it is ...
December 2024 / January 2025
10 Things to Know About Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights
By Rabbi Evan Moffic Here are 10 facts I wish everyone knew about Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. 1. Hanukkah Is Not “Jewish Christmas.” ...
December 2024 / January 2025
Nature Forward: A Bold Leap into Fusion and Farm-To-Table Excellence
By Salomon Maya Opening a restaurant today requires more than courage—it demands nerves of steel. Between an unpredictable economy, a shifting labor landscape, ...
December 2024 / January 2025
They Survived Oct. 7, Now They’re Playing Basketball in Los Angeles
By Izzy Salant, JNS.org “One day, I was going to be murdered by Hamas, and today, James Harden and the Clippers are applauding ...
December 2024 / January 2025
Here There Is No Why By Philip Graubart
By Deborah Vietor We are invited to follow the life journey though Jerusalem of Judah Loeb, struggling young and idealistic writer, attempting to save his ...
December 2023 / January 2024
Announcing Israel Unfiltered: Step into the Story of Israel
Jewish Federation of San Diego is proud to introduce Israel Unfiltered, a new annual trip offering San Diego Jewish teens an unforgettable opportunity ...
December 2024 / January 2025
Mazel and Mishagoss: There’s No Place Like the Movies…With My Mother
Creating fond family memories ranks high priority for me. That’s exactly why I like to give “experiences” to my loved ones for Chanukah ...
December 2024 / January 2025
Prayers and Passages: Into the Light of Chanukkah
By Rabbi-Cantor Cheri Weiss One of the most delightful of all the Jewish holidays will soon be upon us. Who doesn’t love to ...