Jewish Life
Orthodox Judaism should embrace single community members, argues Sylvia Barack Fishman.
May 18, 2022, 11:47 am
‘Don’t single us out!’ Welcome unmarried Jews
Modern Orthodox singles in their 20s and 30s reported being seated at the “children’s table” at a wedding, while married peers were seated and socialized together.
By Sylvia Barack Fishman
Lox, bagels and cream cheese are standard fare at break fasts. Andrew Silow-Carroll remembers that growing up they represented luxury for his family.
October 1, 2021, 9:24 am
The Price of Fish: What lox can teach us about thrift and luxury
I’ve always wondered how lox came to be the symbol of Jewish luxury.
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Community members have begun working out at the JCC once again, practicing social distancing, even with trainers. Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh.
June 22, 2020, 2:14 pm
Loosened COVID-19 restrictions mean a resumption of Jewish life for some
Orthodox synagogues, JCC among first to reopen doors
By David Rullo
April 8, 2020, 11:03 am
Jewish Life in South Italy as we cope with the coronavirus
Italian Jews sing the song of quarantine
By Rabbi Barbara Aiello
Volunteers from the South Hills Jewish community prepare items for food pantries on Mitzvah Day, 2017. (Photo provided by the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh)
January 29, 2020, 9:57 am
Studying community: Thinking suburbs, communities with distinct identities
Jewish suburban life varies depending on region and community
By David Rullo
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