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History | Judaism
Committed to the future of Jewish life
One thing that struck me about the recent Jewish Federations of North America’s General Assembly was how many people are dedicated to ensure the future of Jewish life. About 3,000 people atte…
History | Judaism
Three-generation legacy
The Feb. 19 death of Ken Smith at age 48 brought an abrupt end to more than eight decades of his family's involvement in Phoenix's Jewish community.
History | Judaism
A second life
Every Torah has a story. Whether its existence is due to one generous benefactor or the result of a community effort, each Torah represents a community that lovingly read from its scroll.
History | Judaism
Kashering Arizona
As today's kosher consumers in Greater Phoenix easily fill up shopping carts of various kosher goods at multiple local supermarkets and sample kosher cuisine from a choice of restaurants, it may be difficult to imagine a time when kosher food was nearly i
History | Judaism
Adobe abode: a symbol of diversity
In late 1929, Rose Eisendrath, a Jewish widow from Chicago whose husband, Joseph, had founded the Eisendrath Glove Co., came to Arizona for the winter.
History | Judaism
Popular demand: Phoenix bakery brings back the fresh challah
A longtime Phoenix bakery recently started selling challah again, after receiving requests from customers since the closing of Karsh’s Bakery in March.
