Bill Motchan

Matt Freedman is not a chef. He has no culinary training. But on Thanksgiving, he oversaw cooking hundreds of turkeys for many Columbus households, helping generate thousands of dollars for

A group of Ohio State University students are combating hate and antisemitism, one bagel at a time.

The 14 th annual Hanukkah Hullabaloo drew a full house at The Grandel Theatre on Dec. 7.

The ZBT House was a 75-year-old Washington University institution. The building was demolished last July, but the space it sat on is still serving Jewish students. Chabad on Campus is now using the lot for its events. That has been a blessing for the Chabad, which has seen an influx of students seeking a closer...

St. Louis will soon get a new kosher certified bagel shop. Bagels and Bliss is taking over space that previously housed Edible Arrangements at 8141 Delmar Blvd. An opening is planned for late December.

Ruby Gubitz proudly held up her new blue home-made menorah. The 5-year-old painted the base and inserted candles during the Home Depot Hanukkah Experience on Sunday, Dec. 15. Ruby also got to spend some quality time with her grandparents Charlene and Jeff.

Last year, St. Louis saw the debut of a new holiday spectacle: a 29-foot menorah so grand it could make even the Gateway Arch do a double take. Now, the Staenberg Menorah is back, solidifying its place as a shining centerpiece in what’s becoming a big, bold St. Louis Hanukkah tradition. The Staenberg Menorah, brought...

There could be more nachas for Madam Owlberta Wobblewings in early 2025. We first introduced you to Ms. Wobblewings, a great horned owl who took up temporary residence on the balcony outside an apartment rented by Rebecca and Zach Berg—in Owlivette. The Jewish couple’s unit on the northeast corner of The Clover STL was chosen by the owl as a safe space to lay her eggs.

Created by nine women with a connection to Israel, a new initiative called Makers of Israel is aiming to connect Israeli artisans with international customers.

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School’s Hanukkah Extravaganukkah showcased the singing talents of students on Friday, December 20 at Congregation B’nai Amoona. Mirowitz school supporters listened to songs performed by each class.