After working in healthcare for more than 30 years and owning her own healthcare business, T Lungwitz is continuing to serve others by stepping into the role of President of the International Board of Jewish National Fund-USA (JNF-USA) affiliate, ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran (ADI Negev) — an expansive rehabilitative village in southern Israel that provides a…
Two Hundred concerned citizens gathered together Sunday night, March 27th at Congregation Beth Tefillah to hear from key staff members of StandWithUs. The group was made up of various Jewish community members and Christian supporters. It was indeed heart-warming to see the Evangelical Sisterhood of Mary with their Israeli flags waving. The evening started with a lovely outside…
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum honored Suzi and Steve Hilton of Phoenix with its National Leadership Award for their contributions to preserving Holocaust history and for rallying against antisemitism, genocide and Holocaust denial on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. The annual “What You Do Matters” Western Region Tribute event…
Renowned historian of the Holocaust and Jewish history, Deborah Lipstadt, was finally confirmed this past Wednesday as an ambassador to combat antisemitism for the Department of State. The grueling eight-month process of hearings and delays only seemed to strengthen the resolve of Jewish groups supporting her nomination. Groups as diverse as the Orthodox Union and…
Matzo & Za’atar Chicken Schnitzel with Sunchoke Puree and Horseradish Chermoula Giving the traditional flavors of Passover a modernized twist that any home cook can make! With Passover quickly approaching, I was tasked by Arizona Jewish Life magazine to develop and share a dish that could be made by the home cook during the Passover…
By Michelle Talsma Everson Photos Courtesy of Handmaker Jewish Services When you talk to Rabbi Richard Safran, it’s obvious from the light in his eyes and the gratitude weaved throughout his stories that he has lived a blessed life—and that he continues to bless others every day. “It’s been a wonderful life….
Arizonan recommends eating clay to cure what ails you By Shannon Levitt Ran Knishinsky didn’t really plan to be an author when he went to college, though he loved to write. He was always more of an artistic guy – albeit one with a fascination with naturopathic medicine. So, when he had an opportunity after…
The Evolution and Inspiration of OK, Little Bird by Deena Goldstein On the first page of OK, Little Bird, readers are immediately catapulted into laughter at a seemingly inappropriate moment. And, therein, becomes the tempo and pacing of the book. Ok, Little Bird flips the expected on end and leaves readers both laughing and tearful….
After an extensive and rigorous search, the Board of Directors of the Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center is pleased to announce that Lori Shepherd has accepted the position of Executive Director, effective March 16, 2022. Lori is the former Executive Director of the El Paso Holocaust Museum & Study Center. When Lori and her…
As the Russian military pushes ahead with its offensive on Ukraine, Ukraine’s president, Vladimir Zelensky tells European leaders that “it might be the last time you see me alive.” Zelensky informed the leaders that he would remain in Kyiv and would keep his family in Ukraine. As reported in the Insider, he stated, “I stay…
