Renowned Israeli chef and entrepreneur Michael Solomonov was a super-picky eater as a kid, but was lucky to have been raised by great cooks. Born in Israel, he is now based in Philadelphia, where he presides over a culinary empire that includes a donut shop, hummus joint, falafel bar, and Zahav, a modern Israeli restaurant….
Arizona Jewish Historical Society awarded 2019-2020 Horizon Grant The Arizona Jewish Historical Society has been awarded a 2019-2020 Horizon Grant to create a digital library resource for students at Scottsdale and Estrella Mountain Community Colleges to provide online access to Holocaust research and information. MCCCD Horizon Grants respond to emerging trends and challenges to enhance…
This month, I will be ending my 42nd mission to Israel just as the nation enters into Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day. This day was officially enacted in 1963, and while it has traditionally been dedicated to fallen soldiers, its commemoration recently has been extended to include civilian victims of terrorism. But, all is not…
Groups around the state are planning events to observe two Israeli holidays this month. Yom Hazikaron (Iyar 4/May 8, 2019) is Israel’s day of remembrance for the men and women, boys and girls who lost their lives to war or terrorism. Yom Ha’atzmaut (Iyar 5/May 9, 2019) is the national independence day of Israel. It…
Photo: Big Surf in Tempe will be celebrating its 50th season this year. When the temperatures hit the triple digit mark for days (and weeks!) on end, there is no better place to be than in the water. No pool? No problem! There are many ways to get you and the kids out of the…
Courtesy of American Friends of Tel Aviv University Radar technologies were originally designed to identify and track airborne military targets. Today they’re more often used to detect motor vehicles, weather formations and geological terrain. Until now, scientists have believed that radar accuracy and resolution are related to the range of frequencies or radio bandwidth…
The Israel Scout Friendship Caravan arrives in the Valley on June 12. This energetic group of Israeli teens will be performing at venues around the Valley (see sidebar). The Scouts sing in Hebrew, English and Yiddish, dance and interact with the audience. The free shows last an hour and are free of politics. Each year…
