Adam Reinherz

Community Day School students and volunteers from Sunny's Community Gardens gather. (Photo courtesy of Community Day School)

July 14, 2025, 8:13 pm

Leafy greens and teamwork help CDS cultivate community

'Gardening is just this beautiful extension of what we're trying to do'

By Adam Reinherz

July 11, 2025, 6:12 pm

Multimillion-dollar, ADA-compliant playground renovation planned in Squirrel Hill

'As pioneers in creating one of Pittsburgh’s first accessible play areas, we remain committed to providing exceptional and accessible facilities for the children, families and communities we serve'

By Adam Reinherz

Author, journalist and genealogist Dan Rottenerg is coming to Pittsburgh. (Photo courtesy of Dan Rottenberg)

July 11, 2025, 9:29 am

‘Father of Jewish Genealogy’ Dan Rottenberg to speak at Heinz History Center

'When you trace your ancestors, you learn more about yourself, you learn more about history, and you are able to place your ancestors in the context of history. It's a really personal way to tie yourself into the rest of the world'

By Adam Reinherz

June 26, 2025, 11:29 pm

Lester Berkowitz turns 100, but some stories still stay classified

Heroism and hushes collide as Squirrel Hill resident becomes centenarian

By Adam Reinherz

June 24, 2025, 2:30 pm

Chronicle wins 4 national Jewish press awards for outstanding work

Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle recognized for excellence in journalism

By Adam Reinherz

Daphne Macedonia, right, leads a leads an icebreaker at Midwest Convention '25. (Photo courtesy of Daphne Macedonia)

June 24, 2025, 9:43 am

Now president of USY, Pittsburgh teen uses platform to transform movement

'I think right now is really a time for growth. It’s time to really start rebuilding'

By Adam Reinherz

New Community Chevra Kadisha is working with members to ensure Jewish burial reflects dignity and respect. (Photo by RDNE Stock Project via Pexels)

June 20, 2025, 9:27 am

New Community Chevra Kadisha adopts gender-inclusive rituals in Jewish burial practices

'The time has come for the Jewish community, locally and broadly speaking, to pay attention to part of our community that has been hidden, and that has been hiding for various reasons'

By Adam Reinherz

A plane lands in Tel Aviv. (Photo by Shoval Zonnis via Pexels)

June 19, 2025, 10:06 am

Stranded in Israel amid war, Pittsburghers stay positive

'Be patient. It’s out of our control. We need to make the most of it and look for simpler ways to enjoy our experience'

By Adam Reinherz

College students join a cemetery cleanup organized by JCBA. (Photo courtesy of JCBA)

June 16, 2025, 1:27 pm

JCBA’s youth engagement brings new life to sacred spaces

'Long before kids have to come to a cemetery for very emotional reasons, there can be interesting reasons — teachable moments — and very beautiful reasons to be at a cemetery'

By Adam Reinherz

Machinery is used at an industrial composting site. (Photo by Mark Stebnicki via Pexels)

June 13, 2025, 3:28 pm

Composting creates opportunities for renewable growth at Pittsburgh synagogues

Loving the earth one kiddush at a time

By Adam Reinherz

Building bonds despite obstacles is the goal of one Squirrel Hill teen. (Photo by Photo by Anna Shvets via Pexels)

June 12, 2025, 7:34 pm

Teenager Eva Friedlander heads to peace camp to bridge divides and build dialogue

'At a certain point, conversations can only get so far if someone's only listening to prove their point and not actively listening to what the other person says'

By Adam Reinherz

June 9, 2025, 1:53 pm

Nearly 200 gather to strengthen Hindu-Jewish bonds at Monroeville temple

‘Harmony Across Traditions’ delivers Hindu and Jewish Pittsburghers song, food and chance to learn together

By Adam Reinherz

A June 20 event is encouraging young adults to create community and explore connections to the Jewish State. (Photo by Markus Winkler via Pexels)

June 6, 2025, 4:13 pm

Shabbat Social brings Zionism to the forefront for young adults

Upcoming event encourages 'joyful conversation about what it means to be a Zionist and to have a connection to Israel'

By Adam Reinherz

Image by Lisa Rasmussen. (Courtesy of Rodef Shalom Congregation)

June 5, 2025, 9:40 pm

Rodef Shalom exhibit illustrates floral treasures in Shadyside

“A Rabbi in Bloom” features drawings inspired by the congregation’s Biblical Botanical Garden and honors those who planted its seeds

By Adam Reinherz

June 1, 2025, 7:26 pm

B’nai Israel ends with dignity, extends legacy through Torah donation to CDS

'This sacred scroll is more than just words. It is our history, our identity and our lifeline'

By Adam Reinherz