Claudia Oshry is the creator of the breakout Instagram account @girlwithnojob. She has more than 4 million followers online, including 3 million on Instagram. She originally started with a blog called, “Girl With A Job,” while she was still in college at New York University and had some bad experiences while working as an intern….
The 23rd annual Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival, running Feb. 10-24, at three Harkins theaters across the Valley, will showcase a slate of 20 independent films, including the Western United States’ premiere of a rare multi-camera shoot from the original Broadway run of the play about Golda Meir, Israel’s only female Prime Minister. VENUES: Harkins Shea…
Pictured above: Robin Grossman’s inspirational view where she create jewelry for City Trends. Robin and Russell Grossman have lived in their Paradise Valley house just since July 2018, but they have already put their own style into renovations and have made it their own. “I’m so happy here I don’t want to move,” says Robin….
Pictured above: Ora Tamir working in her studio. She was born on a kibbutz: a settlement surrounded by the stark beauty of the Israeli desert. And while she currently lives in Kfar Saba, a 20-minute ride from Tel Aviv, she is drawn to Arizona’s landscape and architecture, and feels fortunate to have friends living here….
The West Valley Jewish Film Festival returns to Beth Emeth Congregation at 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. in Sun City West from Jan 26 to 28. The three films shown at this year’s festival are “Heading Home: The Tale of Team Israel,” “Three Identical Strangers” and “The Samuel Project.” For ticket information, call 623-584-7210 or visit…
The Tucson International Jewish Film Festival runs Jan. 6-20 The Tucson International Jewish Film Festival kicks off its 28th year with 20 film screenings at three venues. Most of the films will be shown at the Tucson Jewish Community Center, with SaddleBrooke and the Loft Cinema being additional venues. As one of the longest-running Jewish…
Pictured above: “Wildlife PhotograBear” by Roie Galitz was “highly commended” in the 2018 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. Photo courtesy of Roie Galitz It’s easy to see why a funny picture of a polar bear with sophisticated photography gear won Israeli photographer Roie Galitz a “highly commended” spot in the 2018 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. But…
It’s everything you never knew you wanted in a holiday show! From heartwarming to humorous, to everything in-between,” Under the Mizzletoe” is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays! The show features Lisa Fogel, Brian Sweis and Adam Vargas. This vocal trio performs old holiday classics, familiar favorites and some unfamiliar tunes that are sure…
UPDATE 12/19/18 On Dec. 18, 2018, Ellie Fern won a spot as a grand prize winner in the Jewish Star North American Talent Search Contest presented by Jewish Rock Radio. As part of the prize package, Ellie will receive coaching from an internationally acclaimed Jewish celebrity, a professional studio recording session, an all-expenses-paid trip to…
Six13 recently released “Bohemian Chanukah,” a Queen cover, was (re)written to celebrate the festival of lights and pay homage to one of the greatest and most epic songs of all time. The video has amassed over 3.5 million views since its release last week. You can view the video on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9P30ckBf1wk. Anchored by a strong Jewish identity and driven…
