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December 14, 2024

Right Now

A child scrolls from bed. (Photo by Kampus Production via Pexels)

Education

Pittsburgh school leaders tell parents healthy screen use includes saying ‘No’

By Adam Reinherz

‘We need to work collaboratively and collectively as a community in order to address the larger issues that our children are facing or will face’

Yizhar Hess wants North American Jews to vote. (Photo courtesy of Daniel Livingston)

Elections

Democracy in Israel requires voting in North America, says World Zionist Organization vice chair

By Adam Reinherz

Economics is one reason to vote. Post-war Israel is another

412 Ability Tech

412 Ability Tech closes year by featuring local disability services and bolstering innovation

By Adam Reinherz

With CLASS tour and meetup, organization strives to make Pittsburgh ‘most accommodating and empowering city for individuals with disabilities’

Art

Postwar Gallery in Point Breeze debuts artists of past and present

By Emma Riva

What separates Grossman’s collecting and curatorial taste from the dominant strain is that interest in technique and experience over novelty.

Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor spoke at the New Riverview Apartments one day before announcing his challenge to Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey. (Photo by Kalliyan Winder/Next Generation Newsroom)

Mayoral race heats up

County Controller Corey O’Connor says he will announce candidacy for mayor

By David Rullo

Advance word came during meeting at New Riverview Apartments

Antisemitic and anti-Black graffiti was found on Pittsburgh's North Shore. (Photo by Ronald Woan, courtesy of flickr.com)

Tagging hate

Antisemitic, anti-Black graffiti found in Riverfront Park

By David Rullo

Hate graffiti found a day after individuals waving Nazi flags were seen on Liberty Bridge

Security

Upper St. Clair resident arrested for lying to FBI

By David Rullo

Accused of trying to join Hezbollah

University of Pittsburgh students encamped in the shadow of the Cathedral of Learning at Schenley Park to protest Israel's war with Hamas.(Photo by Jim Busis)

Combatting hate

University of Pittsburgh creates Working Group on Antisemitism

By David Rullo

“It was clear to the university that a more targeted effort was necessary, and so they decided to take it on directly.”

The building housing San Francisco Hillel graffitied with the word "Khaybar," which refers to an ancient battle between Arabs and Jews on the Arabian peninsula, alongside communist and anarchist symbols. (Courtesy)

AntisemitismVandals graffiti San Francisco Hillel with slogan evoking ancient battle between Muslims and Jews

By Asaf Elia-Shalev

Protestors at the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Michigan, May 13, 2024, in Ann Arbor. (Adam J. Dewey/Anadolu via Getty Images)

AntisemitismJewish U of Michigan official targeted with pro-Palestinian vandalism at home

By Jacob Gurvis

Pro-Palestinian protesters outside of Columbia University, April 22, 2024. (Luke Tress)

AntisemitismColumbia’s anti-Israel student alliance booted from Instagram

By Luke Tress

Opinion

Sarah N. Stern

What accounts for the speed of the Syrian revolution?

The hatred of the approximately 74% of the Sunni Syrian population of the Assad regime continues unabated.

Troops of the elite Shaldag unit are seen on the Syrian side of Mount Hermon, December 8, 2024. (Israel Defense Forces)

Israel at War

In historic campaign across Syria, IDF says it destroyed 80% of Assad regime’s military

By Emanuel Fabian and TOI staff

After rebel takeover, Israeli Air Force and Navy strike missile depots, naval vessels, fighter jets and more to ensure they don’t fall into wrong hands

Middle EastIsraeli troops cross into Syrian side of border buffer zone after Bashar Assad’s ouster

By Ron Kampeas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) and other Israeli officials at the Syrian border on Dec. 8, 2024. (Koby Gideon/Israeli Government Press Office)

Middle EastWhat the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria means for Israel

By Ben Sales

Torah

Hazzan Barbara Barnett

Dot…dot…dot

Genesis 32:4 – 36:43

Poll

Chronicle poll results: Hostage Deal

By Adam Reinherz

We asked our readers about a possible hostage deal. Here’s what they said.

Poll

Chronicle poll question

Do you think that on balance the fall of the Assad regime in Syria will be good for Israel or bad for Israel?

Opinion

Letters to the editor

(Photo by PatrikSlezak via iStock Photo)

Opinon

Ruthie Blum

Amnesty International’s antisemitic agenda

Every word of the diatribe-disguised-as-research could and should have been penned about Hamas.

Israel at War‘Predetermined conclusions’: Amnesty Israel workers slam parent group’s ‘genocide’ charge

By Jeremy Sharon, Jacob Magid and TOI Staff

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in court in Tel Aviv, ahead of the start of his testimony in his corruption trial on Dec. 10, 2024.(Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)

Israeli politics

Benjamin Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial

By Ben Sales

Netanyahu has consistently denied any wrongdoing in the cases, which revolve around allegations of bribery and attempting to illicitly shape media coverage.

Itamar Ben-Gvir, leader of Israel's Otzma Yehudit party, and Bezalel Smotrich, leader of the Religious Zionist Party, attend a rally with supporters in the southern Israeli city of Sderot, Oct 26, 2022. (Gil Cohen-Magen/AFP via Getty Images)

Israel at warBucking Israel’s far right, several large American Jewish groups say they oppose resettling Gaza

By Andrew Lapin

The pro-Palestinian encampment on the lawn in front of Columbia University's Butler Library, April 24, 2024. (ProudFarmerScholar, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons)

Antisemitism

What the co-chair of Columbia University’s antisemitism task force says people get wrong about the campus protests

By Andrew Silow-Carroll

Nick Lemann, dean emeritus of the university’s journalism school, sees a disconnect among parents, students, faculty, donors and the administration.

Cornell University buildings viewed from McGraw Tower. (Getty Images)

AntisemitismCornell president’s leaked criticism of Gaza class prompts new row over academic freedom

By Andrew Lapin

Annual appeal

Evan H. Stein

Journalism is the first draft of history

Pittsburgh Jewish journalism has chronicled the history of the Pittsburgh Jewish community for more than 125 years.

Sports

The Jewish Sport Report: ‘BY-Jew’ Jake Retzlaff is the new face of Manischewitz

By Jacob Gurvis

Plus, what to expect at the MLB Winter Meetings.

Profile

Righteous Among the Neighbors: Terri Baltimore

By Ellie Rost

Mt. Lebanon High School students interviewed non-Jewish Pittsburghers who support the Jewish community and take action to uproot antisemitism.

Former Mayor Bill Peduto (Photo by Brian Cohen)

ProfileRighteous Among the Neighbors: Bill Peduto

By Alyson Lushko

Books

Join the Chronicle Book Club!

By Toby Tabachnick

“Long Island Compromise,” by Taffy Brodesser-Akner

Max Fried entered the 2024 MLB offseason as one of the top free agents on the market. (Kevin D. Liles/Atlanta Braves/Getty Images)

Sports

Jewish ace Max Fried signs record-breaking contract with the New York Yankees

By Jacob Gurvis

Fried’s eight-year, $218 million deal is the largest contract in baseball history both for a Jewish player and for a left-handed pitcher.

A great present doesn't have to be a mystery. (Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels)

Chanukah

Eight nights, four books: recommended reads make good gifts this Chanukah

By Adam Reinherz

Looking for a great holiday present? Best bet is a book

HanukkahThe best Hanukkah gift won’t actually cost you anything

By Leila Sales

Companies like Nooish (left) and Manischewitz (right) are offering products that allow customers to make instant matzah ball soup with just one added ingredient: hot water. (Courtesy)

Food

Matzah balls get a glow-up for the harried home cook

By Rachel Ringler

Both iconic brands and new startups are getting into the matzah ball game, aiming to simplify production so that a bowl of steaming, tasty soup can always be just minutes away.

Tomato basil bisque

By Jessica Grann

Drinks for colder weather

By Jessica Grann

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1 event, 25

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

November 25 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 26

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

November 26 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

2 events, 27

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

November 27 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

November 27 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

Chabad of the South Hills presents Nurturing Relationships, a new six-week course with Rabbi Mendel Rosenblum. Learn Jewish wisdom for building deeper connections in all of your relationships. 7:30 p.m. […]

0 events, 28

0 events, 29

0 events, 30

3 events, 1

8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

December 1 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for their Men's Tefillin Club. Services and tefillin are followed by a delicious breakfast and engaging discussions on current events. 8:30 a.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Festive Families Concert

December 1 , 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Festive Families Concert

Temple Emanuel of South Hills hosts Azure's 4th Annual Festive Families Concert. Celebrate all families and traditions with winter holiday favorites performed klezmer-style by the Pittsburgh-based band KleZlectic. Azure concerts […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

December 1 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

1 event, 2

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

December 2 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 3

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

December 3 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

2 events, 4

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

December 4 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

December 4 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

Chabad of the South Hills presents Nurturing Relationships, a new six-week course with Rabbi Mendel Rosenblum. Learn Jewish wisdom for building deeper connections in all of your relationships. 7:30 p.m. […]

1 event, 5

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

FREE Financial Webinar

December 5 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

FREE Financial Webinar

JFunds presents a free webinar hosted by Shay Port, CPA and financial coach. Learn practical money management steps to stay on track and accomplish your goals. Advance registration is required […]

0 events, 6

1 event, 7

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Shabbat with You

December 7 , 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Shabbat with You

Families with young children are invited to spend Shabbat morning with Rodef Shalom at their Shabbat with You. Drop in for a light breakfast, play date, sing-a-long with Cantor Toby […]

5 events, 8

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beth Shalom Quarterly Blood Drive

December 8 , 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beth Shalom Quarterly Blood Drive

Congregation Beth Shalom will be holding Quarterly Blood Drives in 2024. The first blood drive will also include a Gift of Life Bone Marrow Drive. Registration is required with group […]

8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

December 8 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for their Men's Tefillin Club. Services and tefillin are followed by a delicious breakfast and engaging discussions on current events. 8:30 a.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Keeping Kids Tech-Savvy and Secure

December 8 , 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Keeping Kids Tech-Savvy and Secure

Join local Heads of School for Keeping Kids Tech-Savvy and Secure, a discussion on fostering healthy screen habits in classrooms and at home. Explore the latest research, gain practical tips, […]

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Jewish Children’s Discovery Center

December 8 , 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Jewish Children’s Discovery Center

Grades K-3, Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for Jewish Children's Discovery Center and learn about some interesting sites and cities in Israel through creative art and baking activities. Children aged […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

December 8 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

2 events, 9

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

December 9 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wise Aging: Growing into Wisdom

December 9 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wise Aging: Growing into Wisdom

Join Rabbi Jessica Locketz for Wise Aging: Growing into Wisdom, a nine-session series designed for Jewish adults 55 and older; anyone open to conversations about what it means not just […]

1 event, 10

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

December 10 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

3 events, 11

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

December 11 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Hanukkah PJ Library

December 11 , 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Hanukkah PJ Library

Wear your PJs and learn a latke about Hanukkah! Children ages 2-5 and their families are invited to join Rodef Shalom librarian Sam Siskind and Family Center Director Ellie Feibus […]

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

December 11 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

Chabad of the South Hills presents Nurturing Relationships, a new six-week course with Rabbi Mendel Rosenblum. Learn Jewish wisdom for building deeper connections in all of your relationships. 7:30 p.m. […]

0 events, 12

0 events, 13

0 events, 14

5 events, 15

8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

December 15 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for their Men's Tefillin Club. Services and tefillin are followed by a delicious breakfast and engaging discussions on current events. 8:30 a.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Jewish Children’s Discovery Center

December 15 , 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Jewish Children’s Discovery Center

Grades K-3, Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for Jewish Children's Discovery Center and learn about some interesting sites and cities in Israel through creative art and baking activities. Children aged […]

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

CKids Chanukah Block Party

December 15 , 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

CKids Chanukah Block Party

Chabad of the South Hills presents the CKids Chanukah Block Party, a totally epic indoor pre-Chanukah fun for the whole family. Dreidel dash, curbside karaoke, kosher food truck fest, make […]

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

JCC Maccabi Campus Games Community Kick-Off

December 15 , 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

JCC Maccabi Campus Games Community Kick-Off

Kick off the JCC Maccabi Campus Games, Pittsburgh style. Join the community kickoff event and cheer on the Steelers with the Maccabi Pittsburgh delegation. Don’t miss the excitement, food, and […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

December 15 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

4 events, 16

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

December 16 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Secret Forest Opening Reception

December 16 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Secret Forest Opening Reception

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation for the opening reception of the exhibit, Secret Forest, featuring new sculptures by Jonathan Shapiro. This free exhibit is a program of the Music and More […]

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

A Stroll Through the Past: Stories from the Rodef Shalom Archives

December 16 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

A Stroll Through the Past: Stories from the Rodef Shalom Archives

Hear from guest speaker Eric Lidji, Director of the Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives at the Heinz History Center, as he presents A Stroll Through the Past: Stories from […]

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Shabbat an Island in Time

December 16 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Shabbat an Island in Time

Women are invited to join Chabad of the South Hills for Shabbat an Island in Time, Welcoming and Escorting the Shabbat Queen. An evening of insight, song and favorite dishes. […]

1 event, 17

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

December 17 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

5 events, 18

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

December 18 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

December 18 , 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

Join AgeWell for the Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group at JCC South Hills every third Wednesday of each month. Led by intergenerational specialist/presenter and educator Audree Schall. The group is […]

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Grand Chanukah Seniors Lunch

December 18 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Grand Chanukah Seniors Lunch

Join Chabad of the South Hills for the Grand Chanukah Seniors Lunch, a festive holiday program featuring a delicious kosher lunch, hot latkes, raffles and prizes. Wheelchair accessible. Pre-registration strongly […]

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Dec. meeting

December 18 , 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Dec. meeting

Join the Squirrel Hill AARP for their annual holiday party. Enjoy Bingo with prizes, potato pancakes and more. RSVP to Geri at (412)421-5868 by Dec. 10. 1 p.m. Rodef Shalom […]

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

December 18 , 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Nurturing Relationships

Chabad of the South Hills presents Nurturing Relationships, a new six-week course with Rabbi Mendel Rosenblum. Learn Jewish wisdom for building deeper connections in all of your relationships. 7:30 p.m. […]

0 events, 19

2 events, 20

4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Community Shabbat Dinner

December 20 , 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Community Shabbat Dinner

Join Chabad of the South Hills for a community Shabbat dinner featuring singing psychiatrist Dr. Yaakov Guterson and Amy Guterson. Candle lighting is at 4:30 p.m. followed by a Kabbalat […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Rabbi and Friend series

December 20 , 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Rabbi and Friend series

Join Liron Lipinsky Salitrik, BBYO's Vice president of enrichment strategy as part of Temple Ohav Shalom's Rabbi & Friends Series. Lipinsky will present "The Kids are Alright. 6 p.m. $10.Email […]

0 events, 21

3 events, 22

8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

December 22 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for their Men's Tefillin Club. Services and tefillin are followed by a delicious breakfast and engaging discussions on current events. 8:30 a.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Hanukkah Party and Christmas Pageant

December 22 , 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Hanukkah Party and Christmas Pageant

Join Tree of Life Congregation and Calvary Episcopal Church for Hanukkah Party and Christmas Pageant, a joint celebration of December holidays. The bonding partnership that began over six years ago […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

December 22 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

0 events, 23

1 event, 24

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

December 24 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

2 events, 25

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

December 25 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Outdoor Menorah Lighting

December 25 , 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Outdoor Menorah Lighting

The Tree of Life Congregation will hold an outdoor lighting of the Chanukah Menorah. The public is invited. 5 p.m. Corner of Shady and Wilkins Ave. treeoflifepgh.org

0 events, 26

1 event, 27

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Chanukah Latke Fest

December 27 , 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Chanukah Latke Fest

Join Tree of Life Congregation for Shabbat Chanukah Latke Fest, a Shabbat and Chanukah celebration, featuring homemade latkes and other delicious goodies before services. After services at Rodef Shalom, join […]

0 events, 28

2 events, 29

8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

December 29 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Men’s Tefillin Club

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for their Men's Tefillin Club. Services and tefillin are followed by a delicious breakfast and engaging discussions on current events. 8:30 a.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

December 29 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

2 events, 30

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Menorah Lighting Festival

December 30 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Menorah Lighting Festival

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for lighting the Mitzvah Menorah and enjoy live music, a stilt walker, photo booth, donut decorating, and more. Free. 4 p.m. Corner of Beacon St. […]

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Chabad of the South Hills Annual Chanukah Festival

December 30 , 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Chabad of the South Hills Annual Chanukah Festival

Join Chabad of the South Hills for their annual Chanukah Festival featuring a grand menorah lighting, fire show, fire truck gelt drop, latkes, donuts, hot drinks, a photo booth, music […]

1 event, 31

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

December 31 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

1 event, 1

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

January 1, 2025 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

1 event, 2

2025-01-02

ZOA Scholarship to Israel Program

January 2, 2025 , 8:00 am - February 28, 2025 , 5:00 pm

ZOA Scholarship to Israel Program

Pittsburgh area Jewish students are invited to apply for ZOA: Pittsburgh's scholarship to Israel program, taking place in summer 2025. The scholarship is open to junior and senior high school […]

1 event, 3

2025-01-02

ZOA Scholarship to Israel Program

1 event, 4

2025-01-02

ZOA Scholarship to Israel Program

3 events, 5

2025-01-02

November 25 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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December 1

December 1 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

There are no events on this day.

December 7

December 7 , 9:00 am - 10:30 am

There are no events on this day.

There are no events on this day.

December 15

December 15 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

There are no events on this day.

December 20

December 20 , 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Community Shabbat Dinner

December 20 , 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Rabbi and Friend series

There are no events on this day.

December 22

December 22 , 8:30 am - 10:00 am

There are no events on this day.

December 24

December 24 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

There are no events on this day.

December 27

December 27 , 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Chanukah Latke Fest

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December 29

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PJC DIGITAL EDITION

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Art
Postwar Gallery in Point Breeze debuts artists of past and present

By Emma Riva
Education
Pittsburgh school leaders tell parents healthy screen use includes saying ‘No’

By Adam Reinherz
412 Ability Tech
412 Ability Tech closes year by featuring local disability services and bolstering innovation

By Adam Reinherz
Tagging hate
Antisemitic, anti-Black graffiti found in Riverfront Park

By David Rullo
Security
Upper St. Clair resident arrested for lying to FBI

By David Rullo
Mayoral race heats up
County Controller Corey O’Connor says he will announce candidacy for mayor

By David Rullo
Combatting hate
University of Pittsburgh creates Working Group on Antisemitism

By David Rullo
Sustainable peace
Environmental diplomat Tareq Abu Hamed seeks to build bridges through science

By David Rullo
Annual appeal
Journalism is the first draft of history

By Evan H. Stein
Budget worries
Jewish agencies worried about Allegheny County Council’s proposed budget cuts

By David Rullo
Tikkun olam
Dor Hadash recognized for its trailblazing work with immigrants

By Deborah Weisberg
Advocacy
The future of Jewish women and religious freedom explored in upcoming summit

By Deborah Weisberg
Antisemitism
Defendants accused of painting antisemitic graffiti at Chabad of Squirrel Hill, Federation, plead not guilty

By Toby Tabachnick
Hate chat
Jewish students at Pitt’s School of Medicine face anti-Israel, antisemitic rhetoric

By David Rullo
Judaism
Post-Oct. 7, a Pittsburgher re-embraces her Jewish roots

By David Rullo
Interview
‘American support is not a blank check’: An interview with J Street Israel’s Executive Director Nadav Tamir

By Toby Tabachnick
The art of anti-Zionism
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust features artist who has accused Israel of war crimes

By David Rullo
Antisemitism on campus
Pitt equity, inclusion committee votes in special meeting

By David Rullo
Antisemitism
Antisemitic stickers and posters plastered throughout city

By Toby Tabachnick
Unistream
Parlor meeting introduces Pittsburghers to Unistream and talented Israeli youth

By Adam Reinherz

Features

Chanukah
Eight nights, four books: recommended reads make good gifts this Chanukah

By Adam Reinherz
Sports
Jewish ace Max Fried signs record-breaking contract with the New York Yankees

By Jacob Gurvis
Profile
Righteous Among the Neighbors: Terri Baltimore

By Ellie Rost
Hanukkah
The best Hanukkah gift won’t actually cost you anything

By Leila Sales
Sculpture
Jonathan Shapiro’s ‘Secret Forest’ exhibit taps partisan life for modern purpose

By Adam Reinherz
Inclusion
Concerts for all: Azure redefines family-friendly entertainment

By Adam Reinherz
Food
Tomato basil bisque

By Jessica Grann
Profile
Righteous Among the Neighbors: Bill Peduto

By Alyson Lushko
Recognition
Volunteers of the Year 2024
Israel at war
For Israelis still displaced from their homes, reclaiming the kitchen can be an act of hope

By Deborah Danan
Immigration
After arriving from Colombia, family’s integration eased by local Jewish community

By Adam Reinherz
Food
Drinks for colder weather

By Jessica Grann
Profile
After 50 years of law, attorney David Pollock looks to sing a familiar tune

By Adam Reinherz
Theater
New ‘Merchant of Venice’ play connects to modern Jew-hatred

By Anna Rahmanan
Tech
Companies, job seekers and students coalesce at Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day

By Adam Reinherz
History
A forgotten immigrant: Rabbi’s inquiry sheds light on 1891 Mammoth Mine explosion

By Oran Zweiter
Sports
Sam Salz is likely the first Orthodox Jew to appear in a Division I college football game

By Jacob Gurvis
Food
Apple pie crumble

By Jessica Grann
History
The brief, consequential Jewish history of 200 Ross St.

By Eric Lidji
Food
Matzah balls get a glow-up for the harried home cook

By Rachel Ringler

Opinion

Poll
Chronicle poll question
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Opinion
What accounts for the speed of the Syrian revolution?

By Sarah N. Stern
Opinon
Amnesty International’s antisemitic agenda

By Ruthie Blum
Torah
Dot…dot…dot

By Hazzan Barbara Barnett
Poll
Chronicle poll results: Hostage Deal

By Adam Reinherz
Antisemitism
What the co-chair of Columbia University’s antisemitism task force says people get wrong about the campus protests

By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Opinion
Why I just subscribed to Haaretz

By Ely Karmon
Opinion
The dangers of divisive labels: Why Democrats must recenter an inclusive vision

By Bhavini Patel
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Torah
A light unto the nations

By Rabbi Yisroel Rosenfeld
Poll
Chronicle poll results: Shopping on Black Friday

By Toby Tabachnick
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Opinion
Oddly specific gratitude

By Rabbi Mordechai Soskil
Opinion
In tribute to Sen. Bob Casey

By Ari Mittleman
Opinion
The International Criminal Court wants to arrest Netanyahu.

By Dan Perry
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Torah
Is personality fixed?

By Rabbi Amy Bardack
Poll
Chronicle poll results: Favorite Thanksgiving side dish

By Toby Tabachnick
Poll
Chronicle poll question

National

Antisemitism
Vandals graffiti San Francisco Hillel with slogan evoking ancient battle between Muslims and Jews

By Asaf Elia-Shalev
Antisemitism
Jewish U of Michigan official targeted with pro-Palestinian vandalism at home

By Jacob Gurvis
Antisemitism
Columbia’s anti-Israel student alliance booted from Instagram

By Luke Tress
Israel at war
Bucking Israel’s far right, several large American Jewish groups say they oppose resettling Gaza

By Andrew Lapin
Antisemitism
What the co-chair of Columbia University’s antisemitism task force says people get wrong about the campus protests

By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Sports
The Jewish Sport Report: ‘BY-Jew’ Jake Retzlaff is the new face of Manischewitz

By Jacob Gurvis
Antisemitism
Cornell president’s leaked criticism of Gaza class prompts new row over academic freedom

By Andrew Lapin
Politics
Almost one month after Election Day, here’s what we know about how Jews voted

By Ron Kampeas
Legislation
More than 55 Jewish groups come out against terrorism bill that could threaten nonprofits

By Asaf Elia-Shalev
Reflections and regrets
Onstage, Bill Clinton tells Billy Crystal he thinks about failed Oslo Accords ‘every day’

By Cathryn J. Prince
Politics
19 Senate Democrats back unsuccessful attempt to block weapons shipments to Israel

By Luke Tress
News obituary
Arthur Frommer, ‘wandering Jew’ who launched a travel guide empire, dies at 95

By Andrew Silow-Carroll
US/Israel relations
Progressive Jewish groups back Senate resolutions against arms sales to Israel

By Luke Tress
Politics
Trump taps Jewish financier Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

By Luke Tress
Books
National Book Awards defends award for Black publisher who reissued antisemitic books

By Andrew Lapin
Fighting hate
Senators introduce bill, which passed House 422-2, blocking Oct. 7 terrorists from entering US

By JNS
Politics
Trump taps RFK Jr., whose anti-vaccine activism has included antisemitic comments, to lead Dept. of Health and Human Services

By Andrew Lapin
Antisemitism
IDF veteran recounts brutal assault at Chicago campus, vows to continue his activism

By ToI Staff
Standing together
A year after mass rally for Israel, turnout at its followup is sparse

By Ron Kampeas
Politics
Trump picks Matt Gaetz, who called ADL ‘racist,’ for attorney general

By Jacob Gurvis

World

Elections
Democracy in Israel requires voting in North America, says World Zionist Organization vice chair

By Adam Reinherz
Israel at War
In historic campaign across Syria, IDF says it destroyed 80% of Assad regime’s military

By Emanuel Fabian and TOI staff
Israeli politics
Benjamin Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial

By Ben Sales
Israel at war
Bucking Israel’s far right, several large American Jewish groups say they oppose resettling Gaza

By Andrew Lapin
Middle East
Israeli troops cross into Syrian side of border buffer zone after Bashar Assad’s ouster

By Ron Kampeas
Middle East
What the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria means for Israel

By Ben Sales
Israel at War
‘Predetermined conclusions’: Amnesty Israel workers slam parent group’s ‘genocide’ charge

By Jeremy Sharon, Jacob Magid and TOI Staff
Antisemitic attack
Melbourne, Australia, synagogue set ablaze, forcing congregants to flee

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
Trump warns there will be ‘all hell to pay’ if hostages aren’t released by Jan. 20

By Jacob Magid
Israel at war
Viral statistics about Nova survivors’ suicides are unsubstantiated. But everyone agrees they’re in crisis.

By Deborah Danan
Israel at war
Omer Neutra, American-Israeli hostage held in Gaza, confirmed killed on Oct. 7

By Ben Sales
Antisemitism
American Jew assaulted in Ireland in suspected hate crime

By JNS
Terrorism
Terrorist attack on bus near Ariel wounds nine

By JNS
Fighting antisemitism
Thousands attend pro-Israel rally in Amsterdam

By Canaan Lidor
Israel at war
Israel and Lebanon agree to ceasefire in war with Hezbollah

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
US seeking to leverage Lebanon ceasefire for Gaza deal

By JNS
Global politics
Far-right politician who praised Nazi collaborators shocks with top finish in Romanian presidential election

By Philissa Cramer
Abraham Accords
Killing of Israeli rabbi in UAE could strengthen ties between Israel and Arab neighbors, experts say

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
Israel set to okay 60-day Lebanon truce Tuesday, but pledges to act against Hezbollah

By Lazar Berman
Terrorism
UAE IDs 3 Uzbek suspects in murder of Chabad Rabbi Zvi Kogan

By JNS