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Purim
Purim Across Atlanta 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
From Toco Hills to a redesigned Perimeter shopping center, area synagogues and Chabad organizations across town hosted their annual Purim festivities.
Purim
Purim’s Giant Puppet Parade Returns
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Jerusalem’s Adloyoda included a parade of giant puppets designed by Jerusalem’s cultural institutions and children, which highlight the unity of the people of Israel.
Purim
Or VeShalom ‘Savors’ the Weekend
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Susan Barocas and Sarah Aroeste fed and entertained around 400 for a festive Sephardic themed weekend.
Breaking News
Antisemitic Vandals Target Decatur Jewish Center
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki discovered the window had been smashed, just a few days after the center’s new Torah dedication ceremony.
News
Fundraiser Supports Ben Massell Dental Clinic
By
Sasha Heller
All proceeds from “Bright Smiles, Brighter Futures” will go toward funding the charitable oral health program.
Arts & Culture
Supernova Film Captures Gripping Israel Tragedy
By
Bob Bahr
Documentary is a graphic and dramatic account of the brutal Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.
News
Decatur’s New Torah Lights the Way
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Belgian-born Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki is adding a new component to Jewish life in Decatur, home to many Jews; but it has not always been so welcoming.
News
Pinch Hitter Quilt Honors Volunteer Legacy
By
Sasha Heller
Volunteer crafters with the Pinch Hitter Program spent two years sewing a quilt to commemorate more than 40 years of volunteer service on Christmas Day.
News
JFF Hosts Pathways to Parenthood Celebration
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Jewish Fertility Foundation-Atlanta celebrates the expansion of their services, bringing financial support, along with their established emotional and educational resources to the LGBTQ+ community.
Business Brief
HOD Volunteers Distribute Candles at Capitol
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Hebrew Order of David led a gathering at the State Capitol on March 18 where they distributed Yom HaShoah yellow candles to every state representative and senator.
From Where I Sit
Leave an Empty Chair at Your Seder Table
By
Dave Schechter
Passover will not be a “chag sameach,” a happy holiday, for the families of those killed on Oct. 7 and those still held hostage.
Education
Torah Class Brings Ancient Wisdom to Rural Georgia
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Rabbi Chaim Markovits, of Chabad Rural Georgia, is leading this innovative educational outreach program.
Education
Lecture Covers Latin American Jewish Influx
By
Bob Bahr
Since 1965 there has been a steady exodus of Jews from Venezuela, Argentina, and Mexico.
Camp
Westcoast Connection Targets Teens for Tours
By
Debbie Diamond
This summer, teens can tour, volunteer, or learn in programs throughout the world.
Camp
FJC Unveils Camp Staff Retention Grants
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The national staff retention rate dropped from 60 percent to a concerning 40 percent post-pandemic.
Camp
2024 Camp Guide
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Education
Atlanta BBYO Class of ‘73 50th Reunion
By
Dr. Jeri Breiner
Organized by Barbara Saul Fleming, Lisa Galanti and Shelley Gerson, alumni of BBYO’s Class of ‘73 traveled from California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey to join their Atlanta friends for the occasion.
Education
Galex Launches Children’s Book ‘Turtle Rocks’
By
Sasha Heller
The story focuses on a group of turtles who must work together to overcome a series of obstacles.
Business Brief
Local Author Stern Releases New Novel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Stern’s newest release, “The Insider,” is a sequel to his first novel, “My Brother’s Keeper.”
Business Brief
Jewish Future Pledge Rebrands
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Alan Dershowitz signs on to support and endorse the Jewish Future Promise.
Arts & Culture
Yoel Levi’s Concerts Lift Israel’s Spirits
By
Bob Bahr
Concerts by the Haifa Symphony and the Israel Philharmonic help to recharge a nation in a long and difficult war.
Sports
AJA Girls Soccer Celebrate Victory
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Atlanta Jewish Academy’s girls varsity soccer team toppled Atlanta Classical Academy, 2-1.
Sports
Heyman Headed to WWE Hall of Fame
By
David Ostrowsky
Paul Heyman, the popular professional wrestler, manager, and promoter, will be inducted on April 5.
Sports
Suns Owner Ishbia Seeks Playoff Success
By
David Ostrowsky
New Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants nothing more than to cap his first year with a championship.
Chai Style
Home
Chai Style Home: Penthouse Art Knows No Bounds
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Lorri and Rick Horder left for a month-long trip to Europe while designer Amy Spanier placed a bounty of art, all complete for their return.
Simchas
Engagement: Alterman – Munevar
Have something to celebrate? Births, B’nai Mitzvah, Engagements, Weddings, Anniversaries, Special Birthdays and more … Share it with your community with free AJT simcha announcements. Send info to submissions@atljewishtimes.com.
Closing Thoughts
Antisemitism is Now Very Real
By
Allen Lipis
The insurrection at the U.S. Capitol helped to support the Hamas attack on Israel.
Obituary
Obituary: Lois Semel Blonder
Lois Semel Blonder of Atlanta passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024. She was 90 years old.
Obituary
Obituary: Elaine Lesser Goldstein
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Elaine “Lainy” Lesser Goldstein of Atlanta, Ga., on March 10, 2024.
Obituary
Obituary: Sherwin Jay Kayne
Sherwin Jay (Steve) Kayne, 87, of Candler, N.C., whose blacksmithing creations were used on movie sets and grace celebrities’ homes, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024.
Obituary
Obituary: Charles Milton Rosenberg
Charles Milton Rosenberg passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 17, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
Obituary
Obituary: Lila Dutkiewitz Stein
Lila Dutkiewitz Stein, age 94, passed away on March 16, 2024, in Sandy Springs, Ga.
Synagogue Guide
AJT Synagogue Guide for 2023
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Kaplan Documents JNF Mission to Israel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Alan Kaplan penned this firsthand account of the eight-day volunteer mission led by Jewish National Fund-USA.
News
Federation Raises $12M for Israel War Relief
By
Bob Bahr
Israel News
Sarna Discusses ‘Tsunami of Hate’ After Oct. 7
By
Bob Bahr
News
Tens of Thousands Participate in Global Shema Prayer
By
Ron Kampeas / JTA
The coordinated effort aimed to support the more than 130 Israeli hostages still held by Hamas.
Community
Local Grassroots Group Raises $25K for Hatzalah
By
Chana Shapiro
News
‘Grow a Legacy’ Plants for the Future
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Passover
Art
2024 Passover Art Contest Entry Form
The Atlanta Jewish Times is looking for a creative, colorful Passover illustration to be featured in its Passover issue.
Holiday Flavors
Two Sides of the Same Seder Plate
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews share many things in common but differ slightly when it comes to Passover traditions.
Holiday Flavors
Boneless Short Rib in a Cherry Au Jus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Try out this curated recipe from the AJT for your Passover celebration this year.
Holiday Flavors
Moroccan Charoset (with an apple for good measure!)
By
Debbie Diamond
Holiday Flavors
Chicken Marbella (Sephardic Chicken)
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Senior Living
Slavaticki Makes Yiddish Fun
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Decatur Chabad Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki delighted seniors with his Yiddish language and culture series at Holbrook on Clairmont Road. Members of the Jewish community at-large also joined the class.
Senior Living
Retired Men ‘Take a Hike’
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Senior Living
Daughter of Holocaust Survivors Opens Clinic
By
Bob Bahr
Community
Soup Sells Out For ‘Zaidie’ Cause
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Hometown favorite restaurateur, actress, and cookbook author, Jennie Levison, sold out her outdoor Souper Jenny Soupfest.
Simchas
Wedding: Hotz-Siegel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Have something to celebrate? Births, B’nai Mitzvah, Engagements, Weddings, Anniversaries, Special Birthdays and more … Share it with your community with free AJT simcha announcements. Send info to submissions@atljewishtimes.com.
Sports
All the Jewish MLB Players to Watch in 2024
By
Jacob Gurvis / JTA
The new season begins March 28, following a two-game series in South Korea between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres.
Sports
Weber Wrestling Looks to Build on Success
By
David Ostrowsky
The Weber School will open its Eitan Force Athletic Complex next year, and with it expand the school’s athletic resources.
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Netflix’s Jewish Matchmaker Talks About Love and Atlanta
Episode 4 Season 2: Aleeza Ben Shalom, host of the Netflix hit “Jewish Matchmaking”, dives into the nitty-gritty of dating and finding love in this decade.
Netflix Matchmaker Connects with Local Fans
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Modern Yenta’s Jewish Matchmaking on Netflix
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Jewish Breakfast Club
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More Headlines
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AJLF Brings ‘Mitzvah Madness’ to Aquarium
By
Sasha Heller
Purim Gazette
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By
Prof. Essie Fresser
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Colon’s Murderer Receives 30-Year Sentence
By
Sasha Heller
News
Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award Established
By
Sasha Heller
Professionals
2024 Empowered Woman of the Year Award
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Publisher's Note
99 Years and Counting …
By
Kaylene Ladinsky
Camp
What’s New This Year at Jewish Overnight Camps
By
Fran Putney
News
Atlantans Rally to Support Boycotted Ali’s Cookies
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Real Estate
Real Estate Roundup Winter 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
[UPDATED] Holocaust Survivor Count Drops as Needs Remain
By
Dave Schechter
Chanukah
Was Elvis, ‘King of Rock and Roll’, Jewish?
By
Bob Bahr
Holiday Flavors
The Not-So Secret Jewish History of the Jelly Doughnut
By
Chana Shapiro
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