Community News

Shalom, not goodbye

By Rabbi Seth Phillips
Congregation Keneseth Israel 
 
Writing a farewell column in the Lehigh Valley after only 10 years feels, well, a tad self-indulgent given the on-going service of double that and more from Rabbi Yaacov Halperin, Rabbi Moshe Re’em, and Cantor Ellen Sussman. Rabbi…

Jewish biographer of artist Sol LeWitt to speak at Allentown Art Museum

“Wall Art #793A,” which transformed the Allentown Art Museum’s Trexler Hall with its waves of vibrant color for more than three years, is being removed soon. To celebrate this creation of the groundbreaking conceptual artist Sol LeWitt once more before it’s gone, the museum is hostin…

Historical society offers a virtual tour of Jewish Easton

The Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society is offering a new virtual tour of the community. “From Past to Present: A Virtual Tour of Jewish Easton” was launched on May 1 and will be available permanently as a virtual activity through the society’s online platform.   

Jewish Heritage Night at the IronPigs is back!

After a hiatus, Jewish Heritage Night at the IronPigs is back and better than ever!

For the first time, the giveaway item will be a drawstring backpack, complete with zippered pocket and opening for earbuds. As always, the souvenir includes the team’s logo and name in Hebrew.

“We are s…

Federation seeks nominations for annual awards

The Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley will hold its annual end-of-year celebration meeting June 9, where leaders and volunteers will be honored, including recipients of several awards. Federation is seeking nominations for two important awards by May 6. 

An exceptional cadre of young …