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Jewish community gathers to remember Oct. 7

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Statement put out by Ed Gainey, Sara Innamorato and Summer Lee ignites controversy

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Jewish University of Pittsburgh student recounts antisemitic attack

By David Rullo

“I call on the school and the city to do more to combat antisemitism on campus,” he said, “as well as the Student Government Board to condemn hate speech.”

(Photo by Isaiah Pohlman, courtesy of flickr.com)

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OpinionWe are family

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel

As part of the Better Together program, Dor Hadash religious school students spent time with the congregation’s older generation participating in activities like baking Chanukah cookies. (Photo provided by Karen Morris)

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“There was a lot of laughter, and it was fun,” she said.

United Kingdom Parliament member Alex Sobel took time to stop at Pamela's, a Pittsburgh breakfast landmark, while visiting the city. (Photo provided by Alex Sobel)

Cross ocean politicking

Jewish UK Member of Parliament visits Pittsburgh

By David Rullo

“Without the U.S.,” he said, “European Jewry would have all died and the United Kingdom would have fallen under the boot of Hitler”

Cantor Julie Newman (Photo courtesy of Cantor Julie Newman)

Health and wellness

Tiferet Project: Julie Newman’s journey to enrich Jewish lives through meditation

By Justin Vellucci

Jewish texts through a lens of mindfulness

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Education

‘For the Child’ exhibit tells Kindertransport story for adults and children

By Adam Reinherz

‘The exhibit tells heroic stories of simple people, which can ultimately inspire students’

Plenty of space for young Jewish leaders. (Photo courtesy of Chabad House on Campus)

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Sukkot on campus arriving with joy, concern and preparation

By Adam Reinherz

‘We cannot lose focus on the joy and celebration of Sukkot, of being in community and celebrating our Judaism’

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, places a rock on the gravestone of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson as Ben Shapiro watches at Ohel Chabad Lubavitch on October 7, 2024 in New York City. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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Trump visits Queens gravesite of Chabad rabbi to mark Oct. 7

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Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

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1 event, 1

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 1 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

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1 event, 2

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 2 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 3 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

October 3 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill's Camp Gan Israel and Community Day School for Shofar in the Park with snacks, games, and more. 4 p.m. CDS playground. 6424 Forward Ave. chabadpgh.com/shofar

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8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

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2 events, 7

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 7 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

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6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Oct. 7 Commemoration

October 7 , 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Oct. 7 Commemoration

MONDAY, OCT. 7 Join the Jewish community to mark the first anniversary of Hamas’ terrorist attack on Israel. Gather in front of the JCC to commemorate the lives lost, people […]

1 event, 8

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 8 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

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12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP lunch brunch

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Squirrel Hill AARP lunch brunch

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12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli

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An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli

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10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 10 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

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1 event, 13

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 13 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

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1 event, 14

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 14 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

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1 event, 15

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

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

Monday Talmud Study

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3 events, 16

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 16 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

October 16 , 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Oct. meeting

October 16 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Oct. meeting

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3 events, 20

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Family Sukkah party

October 20 , 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Family Sukkah party

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for a Family Sukkah Party. Shake the Lulov, eat pizza, and enjoy music and crafts. 5 p.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. chabadpgh.com/sukkahparty

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

East Winds Symphonic Band Concert

October 20 , 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

East Winds Symphonic Band Concert

Rodef Shalom Congregation's Brotherhood presents the East Winds Symphonic Band in a free concert featuring a celebration of music from stage and screen. Cash donations to the JFCS Squirrel Hill […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 20 , 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, 21

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 21 , 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 […]

3 events, 22

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 22 , 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 […]

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Seniors in the Sukkah

October 22 , 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Seniors in the Sukkah

Join Chabad of the South Hills for Seniors in the Sukkah. Shake the lulav and etrog and enjoy a delicious lunch and presentation on how to navigate Medicare. $5 suggested […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Disinformation & the Election: A Panel Discussion sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

October 22 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Disinformation & the Election: A Panel Discussion sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

Fact or fake? With the plethora of AI, special interests, social media, websites, and newsletters, how do you discern what is true and what are lies? Join Temple Sinai for […]

1 event, 23

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 23 , 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.

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1 event, 27

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 27 , 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, 28

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 28 , 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, 29

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 29 , 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, 30

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 30 , 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.

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September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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October 13 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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October 20 , 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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October 27 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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November 3

November 3 , 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mollys Trolley tour of Jewish Pittsburgh

November 3 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Israel at war
Jewish community gathers to remember Oct. 7

By David Rullo
L’dor V’dor
Generations are ‘Better Together’ at Dor Hadash

By David Rullo
Cross ocean politicking
Jewish UK Member of Parliament visits Pittsburgh

By David Rullo
Antisemitism
Jewish University of Pittsburgh student recounts antisemitic attack

By David Rullo
Sukkot
Sukkot on campus arriving with joy, concern and preparation

By Adam Reinherz
Education
‘For the Child’ exhibit tells Kindertransport story for adults and children

By Adam Reinherz
Antisemitism
Nazi banners hung from two Pittsburgh bridges

By David Rullo
Education
Tree of Life debuts programming in Washington D.C.

By David Rullo
Unionizing anti-Zionism
Jewish Pittsburghers react to union’s BDS attempt at East End Food Co-op

By David Rullo
Election 2024
Sen. Bob Casey and Rep. Adam Schiff address Israel and rising antisemitism during Pittsburgh visit

By Adam Reinherz
Antisemitic attack
Jewish student attacked in Oakland

By David Rullo
Mental Health
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Squirrel Hill: Spotlight on teen mental health initiatives

By Adam Reinherz
Politics
Pittsburghers react to Kamala Harris speech at CMU

By Adam Reinherz
Israel at War
Chabad of South Hills welcomes young Israelis for evening of bridge building and support

By Adam Reinherz
Oct. 7
Community marking Oct. 7 with gatherings, demonstrations and prayer

By Adam Reinherz
Security
Local Jewish institutions plan for safe and secure High Holiday season

By David Rullo
Hat Trick
Israeli Olympic athlete trades his bobsled for the bimah during the High Holidays

By David Rullo
Jewish wisdom
Rodef Shalom guest lecturer encourages attention to everyday burning bush moments

By Adam Reinherz
Books
Join the Chronicle Book Club!

By Toby Tabachnick
BDS
Union calls for East End Food Co-op to divest from Israel

By David Rullo

Features

Food
Delicata squash and feta pasta

By Jessica Grann
Health and wellness
Tiferet Project: Julie Newman’s journey to enrich Jewish lives through meditation

By Justin Vellucci
Streaming
Local Jewish mom turns Netflix star

By Deborah Weisberg
Film
‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness

By Shira Li Bartov
Israel at War
IDF reservist recounts a year of combat, lost friends and wanting the hostages home

By Adam Reinherz
Art
Judy Robinson and Kara Snyder unite for heartfelt exhibit at JCC

By Deborah Weisberg
Food
An old family recipe: Zucchini bread

By Jessica Grann
Poetry
Chronicle poetry contest winners
Streaming
In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border gains new resonance after Oct. 7

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Streaming
How a real-life rabbi coached Netflix about making interfaith relationships realistic

By Shira Li Bartov
Solidarity
Thousands of non-Jews order mezuzahs after pro-Israel Christian puts one on her door

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Comedy
Israel advocate Michael Rapaport brings his comedy to Pittsburgh Oct. 19

By Toby Tabachnick
History
A firsthand view of war

By Eric Lidji
Food
Glazed roast chicken with caramelized quince

By Jessica Grann
High Holidays
From local hives to exotic flavors: Where to find the best honey for Rosh Hashanah

By Abigail Hakas
High Holidays
This holiday season rabbis are thinking about Israel — and say you should too

By Adam Reinherz
Art
‘A Flight of Empowerment’ highlights work by Jewish women artists

By Emma Riva
Celebrating a life
A colorful life: Masterful late teacher Lila Hirsch-Brody to be celebrated at JCC

By Adam Reinherz
Food
Bamya (okra) in tomato sauce

By Jessica Grann
Food
Michael Solomonov aims to simplify Israeli classics for home cooks in ‘Zahav Home’

By Rachel Ringler

Opinion

Poll
Chronicle poll results: Vance/Walz debate
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Poll
Chronicle poll results: War with Iran and its proxies

By Toby Tabachnick
Opinion
We are family

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel
Torah
What a time to be a Jew

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel
Opinion
Hope is not irrational

By Rabbi Danny Schiff
Poll
Chronicle poll results: High Holiday services

By Toby Tabachnick
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Opinion
Jews are commanded to love the convert. What about the immigrant?

By Rabbi Avi Shafran
Opinion
A year of challenges, a year of strength
Opinion
This is Israeli resistance

By Rachel Lester
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Torah
The power within

By Cantor David Reinwald
Opinion
Celebrating the 4th anniversary of the Abraham Accords

By Marc J. Sievers
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Opinion
Hanging together: A call for Jewish unity in divisive times

By Ben Wecht
Opinion
Pro-Palestine protests are at every film festival. What’s new about that?

By Mira Fox
Torah
Standing out among the nations

By Rabbi Shimon Silver
Poll
Chronicle poll question

National

Politics
Trump visits Queens gravesite of Chabad rabbi to mark Oct. 7

By Luke Tress
Higher education
Columbia pro-Palestinian group endorses violence and walks back apology for student who said ‘Zionists don’t deserve to live’

By Luke Tress
Politics
Tim Walz, JD Vance stand by Israel in VP debate but spar over Trump’s ability to contain Iran

By Ron Kampeas
Politics
What Eric Adams’ Jewish supporters and critics are saying after his indictment

By Luke Tress
Israel at war
Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC

By Luke Tress
Antisemitism
Michigan AG Dana Nessel: Rashida Tlaib’s criticism is ‘antisemitic’

By Ron Kampeas
Politics
Mayor of Muslim-majority Michigan city endorses Trump

By Andrew Lapin
Politics
Jewish leaders express alarm at Trump’s blaming Jews if he loses

By Ron Kampeas
Security
23andMe agrees to $30M settlement over data breach targeting Jewish and Chinese users

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Antisemitism
In contentious Senate hearing, divisions over fighting antisemitism come to the fore

By Ron Kampeas
News obituary
Artist and physician Mark Podwal, whose work adorned museums and synagogues, dies at 79

By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Israel at war
Man suffers severe burns after self-immolation protest outside Israeli consulate in Boston

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Higher education
Cornell professor, who called Oct. 7 ‘energizing,’ back after ‘voluntary leave

By JNS
Antisemitism
U of Michigan condemns assault of Jewish student on campus

By Andrew Lapin
Emmy Awards
Alex Edelman wins Emmy for his HBO comedy special on antisemitism and Jewish identity

By Ben Sales
Politics
Far-right provocateur Laura Loomer is back in Donald Trump’s inner circle — to the dismay of strange bedfellows

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
Pro-Israel demonstrator in Newton, Mass., charged with shooting pro-Palestinian activist who tackled him

By Ron Kampeas
Recognition
NYC poised to officially recognize Landing Day, when the first Jewish community arrived in 1654

By Julia Gergely
Politics
Donald Trump’s pro-Israel supporters take issue with his prediction of its potentially imminent demise

By Ron Kampeas
Getting a get
New York woman at center of Orthodox ‘sex strike’ receives her Jewish divorce

By Jackie Hajdenberg

World

Israel at war
Israel remembers Oct. 7 victims while grappling with ongoing nightmare

By Emanuel Fabian, Jessica Steinberg and TOI Staff
Israel at war
‘We are all still in pain’: Oct. 7 anniversary arrives as new footage of attack emerges

By Lazar Berman, Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Sam Sokol
Terrorism
Six victims of Jaffa terror attack named, as more details about shooting emerge

By ToI staff and Emanuel Fabian
Israel at war
US: We will help Israel exact ‘severe consequences’ from Iran for missile attack

By Jacob Magid
Israel at war
IDF says troops launched limited ground raids of Hezbollah sites across northern border

By Jacob Magid
Israel at war
State of Israeli tourism after a year of war

By JNS
Israel at war
Israel kills Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah

By Ben Sales
Israel at war
US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between Israel and Hezbollah

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
In first, Hezbollah fires missile at Tel Aviv area; no injuries as IDF intercepts it

By Emanuel Fabian
Israel at war
IDF strike in Beirut kills Hezbollah missile chief, as rockets pummel Israel

By Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Agencies
Israel at war
IAF hits 1,300 sites in Lebanon as Hezbollah pummels northern Israel

By Joshua Marks
Israel at war
Hezbollah rockets cause hospitals to nix procedures, schools and beaches to close

By By Diana Bletter
Israel at war
Israeli Jew accused of helping Iran plot Netanyahu assassination

By JNS
Middle East conflict
UN General Assembly demands Israeli pullout from Palestinian areas

By Lazar Berman and Agencies
Israel at war
More Hezbollah comms devices explode across Lebanon, killing nine

By Akiva Van Koningsveld
Israel at war
Lebanon: Over 2,700 Hezbollah terrorists hurt, several killed by exploding pagers

By Akiva Van Koningsveld
Journalism
Columnists resign from London Jewish Chronicle amid allegations that Gaza news was fabricated

By Toby Axelrod
Antiquities
14th-century Hebrew Bible sells for $6.7m at auction

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Terrorism
IDF finds terror tunnel next to hospital in Samaria

By JNS
Higher education
Hebrew University launches new English-taught undergrad program

By Zev Stub