Teens

Squirrel Hill Dunkin' no longer possesses kosher certification. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

June 1, 2026, 1:50 pm

Not so sweet: Kosher certification ends at Squirrel Hill Dunkin’

'It felt good to have a mainstream brand like Dunkin’ be kosher in our neighborhood...Our community felt seen and supported that we had this place to go to'

By Adam Reinherz

Teens talk. (Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels)

April 29, 2026, 4:16 pm

Teens invited to explore Israel and Jewish identity — and win prizes — at interactive May 17 event

Program aims to showcase 'meaningful ways to stay connected throughout the year'

By Adam Reinherz

Author and therapist Rabbi Akiva Sutofsky, 4th from left, and his family. (Photo courtesy of Rabbi Akiva Sutofsky)

April 17, 2026, 3:01 pm

‘Parenting with a Plan’ delivers years of insight shaped in Pittsburgh

'My whole experience and my writing is based on this environment we have here, and I think there’s a lot that can be applied to different sides of the spectrum'

By Adam Reinherz

Pittsburghers participate in Hazamir: The International Jewish Teen Choir’s annual concert and festival weekend. (Photo courtesy of Cantor Laura Berman)

March 25, 2026, 9:20 pm

Big stage, big takeaway: Hazamir delivers meaningful music and engagement for Pittsburghers

'It is about the music. It is about heritage. It is about creating something extremely special, honoring our tradition and honoring our potential for the future'

By Adam Reinherz

Visiting ancient sites afforded new insights to Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh Girls High School students. (Photo courtesy of Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh)

March 6, 2026, 2:54 pm

Yeshiva students explore Jewish women’s legacy in Israel

Insights and connections achieved by learning 'on the road, on the go and in the field'

By Adam Reinherz

She'elot gives local teens a chance to work through texts and discuss big questions. (Photo by kaboompics.com via Pexels)

March 2, 2026, 12:51 pm

Not a question: She’elot Fellowship fosters Jewish teen engagement by encouraging teens to ask

'We are not at a time anymore where we can just simply deliver content. It has to be relevant and it has to be meaningful to their lives'

By Adam Reinherz

So much to ponder as the big day approaches. (Photo by LightFieldStudios via iStock)

February 23, 2026, 11:50 am

Ceremonies and service deliver pathway to Jewish adulthood

'The whole point is that we want them to make a difference in this world as adults, so this is merely the first part of that lifelong journey'

By Adam Reinherz

Teens compete during a service trip to Israel with Israel Lacrosse Association. (Photo courtesy of Tara Surloff)

January 26, 2026, 1:45 pm

No longer out of bounds: Pittsburgh teen lacrosse players finally visit Israel after canceled trips

With sport propelling travel, peer-to-peer connections prove most memorable

By Adam Reinherz

Diller Teen Fellows meet with ECDC students at the Squirrel Hill JCC. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)

January 14, 2026, 8:52 pm

Adolescence is a moment, but JCC teen engagement favors the long game

Like an open gym, after school challah bakes, pre-Shabbat activities and monthly movie nights serve as entry point — not only for relationships between teens, but for greater communal connection

By Adam Reinherz

January 8, 2026, 4:37 pm

It didn’t hurt to ask: A teen’s letter brings 19,000 pounds of food to local pantries

At the conclusion of a fellowship exploring peace, Ender Lin, 13, asked for 'some cereal.' What arrived is 'pretty amazing'

By Adam Reinherz

Jewish teens and chaperones gather in Los Angeles. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh)

January 5, 2026, 3:01 pm

Local teens find community and purpose on social justice trip to LA

Travel with Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh affords teens chance to explore sites and discuss topics including, welcoming the stranger, repentance and personal responsibility

By Adam Reinherz

December 21, 2025, 10:11 pm

Familiar face joins JCC in quest to strengthen adolescent engagement and bolster Diller program

Seven years removed from his own participation in Diller Teen Fellows, Zev Schreiber leans on experience and colleagues while leading leadership program

By Adam Reinherz

August 28, 2025, 8:19 pm

Start of school year brings buzz back to The Second Floor

Teens need somewhere to go after school. Whether they come here and connect among themselves or with staff, 'our space really matters'

By Adam Reinherz

Izzy Zober brings the heat for Team Israel. (Photo courtesy of Yarone Zober)

August 13, 2025, 7:02 pm

Fox Chapel’s Izzy Zober stands tall for Team Israel at European softball championship

After their games were moved and still disrupted, Team Israel 'didn't just stand up, but they reacted with poise and strength and even a sense of humor'

By Adam Reinherz

August 11, 2025, 9:03 pm

Olympic medalist Ori Sasson on focus, fear and moments that matter

Standing on a podium isn't the only way to demonstrate power; the most forceful way young Jews can exhibit strength is to “keep going”

By Adam Reinherz