Keeping Jewish
Keeping Jewish - July 2025
- Keeping Jewish – July 2025 Cover:
- Tucson resident Keya Tehrani left Iran right before the 1979 Islamic Revolution but dreams of visiting again.
- In the news: The 2025 JCC Maccabi games in Tucson are set to begin July 27, and the local group that mends old clothes.
- Israel at war: Reflections from a war zone, and the collective sigh of relief.
- Recipe of the month: Sara's chocolate chip muffins.
- Welcome to town: Dr. Jordana Pepper, 37, says the Tucson heat makes her feel at home.
- Fourth of July: Francis Salvador was America's first Jewish soldier to die in battle.
- Bastille Day: 14 facts about the Jews of France.
- Judaism 101: All about the fast day of 17 Tammuz.
- Humor: An imaginary conversation that our smart appliances are having about us.
- Fun page: The month of Tammuz quiz and the Jew stranded on an island.
- Read the full issue and get inspired for the month ahead: https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_july_25?fr=sMWI3MTg0MDI1Nzk
Keeping Jewish - June 2025
- Keeping Jewish – June 2025
- Cover: After years on the move, Dr. Melody Glenn returned to Tucson and is focused on transforming addiction treatment.
- Celebrating Shavuot: 7 myths and misconceptions about the holiday, and a lesson from a broken laptop.
- In the news: Lamplighter Chabad Day School completed a new indoor playground, and a new eruv is in the works.
- Recipe of the month: Spiced corn riblets.
- Communities: 16 facts about the Jews of Iraq (one is connected to Tucson!)
- Food for thought: Judith Manelis writes about witnessing hunger from her car.
- D-Day: The heroic Nathan Baskind and the story of his lost gravesite.
- Humor: Summer jobs for teenagers that are slightly better than doing nothing.
- Fun page: Take the month of Sivan quiz and try filling out the story of Mount Sinai.
- Read the full issue and get inspired for the season ahead: https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_june_2025?fr=sODcwMDg0MDI1Nzk
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Keeping Jewish - May 2025
The May 2025 issue of Keeping Jewish covers the responses to the antisemitic graffiti on Chabad Tucson-Young Israel, and more.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_may_25
Keeping Jewish - April 2025
- The latest issue of Keeping Jewish is here, just in time for Passover.
- Cover Story: Meet Simon Katz, a Holocaust survivor of five Nazi death camps, who now cherishes the joy of celebrating Passover with his family in Tucson.
- – 11 common Passover misconceptions debunked
- – Try a fresh cauliflower tabbouleh recipe
- – Learn what the word schmaltz means
- – Enjoy some humor about holiday cleaning
- – Test your knowledge with a quiz about the month of Nissan
- – A look at the rich history of Bukharian Jews and their unique Phoenix connection
- – Insights on counting the Omer starting the second night of Passover and how it helps us reconnect
- – Reflections from University of Arizona student Wyatt Hendrick on his recent trip to Israel
- Read the full issue and get inspired for the season ahead: https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_april_2025?fr=sODBkZTg0MDI1Nzk
Keeping Jewish - March 2025
The March 2025 issue of Keeping Jewish is dedicated to Purim, featuring a helpful guide, humor, inspiration, and a recipe. It also includes a moving story about a Buddhist nun, the hostages in Gaza, and an author speaking at the Tucson Festival of Books.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_march_2025?fr=sNjBlZjc5NTg5Mzg
Keeping Jewish - February 2025
In our monthly Keeping Jewish newspaper for February 2025 Meet the Chassidic Snowbirds of Tucson, gain insights into Tu Bishvat, and learn about the life of Alison Wexler, a non-profit professional. Enjoy a Moroccan Dafina recipe, tips for handling teens, and the story of a Jewish advisor to four U.S. presidents—plus our Yiddish word of the month! https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_47_-_february_25?fr=sMjY0MTc5NTg5Mzg
Keeping Jewish - January 2025
Did you know? Chabad Tucson publishes the Keeping Jewish newspaper, reaching over 5,000 readers each month!
This month’s cover story features Annette Miklofsky reflecting on the legacy of her father, Bill Kugelman, a survivor of four Nazi death camps who went on to make a profound impact on the Tucson community.
Printed copies are mailed to subscribers, and additional copies are available at Chabad centers across Southern Arizona, Handmaker Jewish Services, and Coffee X Change.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_jan_2025?fr=sY2E3ZTc5NTg5Mzg&fbclid=IwY2xjawH2zb9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHahN29lB4K04x0inpg4ZWcYwE4o7ErPOaIQD3EBgsj4bshuDGpnstinVpQ_aem_hOnzwDQ2mc2dA6a9zXuVmQ
Keeping Jewish - Chanukah 5784
The December 2024 issue of Keeping Jewish highlights Yehoshua Bedrick from Phoenix, a prominent national advocate for educational freedom.
Get ready for Chanukah with fun facts, creative gift ideas, and two engaging activities for the whole family!
A warm welcome to Marcus Mendleson, who is spearheading efforts to organize the JCC Maccabi Games set to take place in 2025.
This month's featured recipe is Kasha Varnishkes, a hearty Eastern European dish with a touch of Chassidic history.
Explore captivating stories, including profiles of five Jewish women volunteering at Tucson Medical Center, reflections on the concept of priesthood, a family’s poignant journey in Ukraine, and a glimpse into the rich history of Jews in Amsterdam.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_dec_2024?fr=sZTQ0ODc5NTg5Mzg
Keeping Jewish - November 2024
The November 2024 issue of Keeping Jewish features an essay by award-winning author Stuart H. Brody on the meaning of integrity in politics. It also includes articles about Thanksgiving, Veteran's Day, a conversation on relationships in healthcare, and a recipe for a healthier kugel.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_november_2024
Keeping Jewish - October 2024
The October issue of Keeping Jewish is dedicated to the new Jewish year, featuring a guide on celebrating Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah.
It also marks the first anniversary of the Hamas massacre on October 7 in Israel, offering insights, stories, and personal narratives.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_october_2024
Keeping Jewish - September 2024
- 4 Yeshiva boys are spending the year in Tucson, how to prepare for the High Holidays, redefining autism and a recipe for homemade (kosher) meatballs.
- Read the latest issue of the Keeping Jewish newspaper:
- https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_september_2024?fr=xIAEoAT3_NTU1
Keeping Jewish - August 2024
As the new school year began, we feature Sheila Stolov - founder and principal of a Montessori school in Tucson, on the cover of Keeping Jewish, our monthly newspaper.
Read about a new couple in town, a miracle that happened to a wounded soldier and take the quiz on girls names in Yiddish.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_august_2024
Keeping Jewish - July 2024
Have you read the July 2024 issue of Keeping Jewish? It centers on the Rebbe, with additional articles about security, Emma Lazarus, a crumble cake to try, and humor on taking elevators. https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/kj_july_2024?fr=sZTAzYjc1ODk2Mjg
Keeping Jewish - June 2024
- The June issue of Keeping Jewish focused on learning Torah, the heat, and more.
- https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_-_june_2024?fr=sZjViODczNDUwMTI
Keeping Jewish - May 2024
The cover girl of the May issue of Keeping Jewish is over 100 years of age!
Centenarian Helen Goldstein explains how she’s still enthusiastic about life, we have the history of Mother’s Day, the meaning of the Hebrew word for life, all about Ethics of our Fathers, and an easy recipe for a refreshing fruit salad.
Also: Congressman Juan Ciscomani and State Representative Alma Hernandez report about their recent trips to Israel.
https://issuu.com/keepingjewish/docs/keeping_jewish_38_-_may_2024?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ
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