Benny’s Bar Mitzvah Weekend
A pandemic wasn’t going to stop Yoni and Aviva Freiden from celebrating their son, Benny’s, bar mitzvah. Thanks to Mazel and Merch, they were able to craft a beautifully choreographed weekend of festivities.
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MJHR Welcomes Kate Menke
A longtime Memphis family member has returned to her hometown, bringing passion and energy with her to the pivotal new role she proudly holds. Kate Menke is now happily serving as Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab’s (MJHR) director of philanthropy and community engagement.
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Taking the Tigers in the Right Direction
Ryan Silverfield never missed a beat after following former coaches Justin Fuente and Mike Norvell at the helm. He told the administration, and anyone who wanted to hear, that he was the right man for the job. Since then, he’s proved it.
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Features
MJHR Welcomes Kate Menke
A longtime Memphis family member has returned to her hometown, bringing passion and energy with her to the pivotal new role she proudly holds. Kate Menke is now happily serving as Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab’s (MJHR) director of philanthropy and community engagement.
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Benny’s Bar Mitzvah Weekend
A pandemic wasn’t going to stop Yoni and Aviva Freiden from celebrating their son, Benny’s, bar mitzvah. Thanks to Mazel and Merch, they were able to craft a beautifully choreographed weekend of festivities.
Events
Jewish Roots Jubilee: Celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the Modern-Day JCRS
When the Jewish Children’s Regional Service (JCRS) fundraising committee was brainstorming ideas for its 2021 virtual gala, members wondered how they could match the success of last year’s in-person event. That fundraiser featured musical performances by the “Success Story Ensemble,” a group of JCRS scholarship recipients – including Basil Alter of Memphis – who are currently pursuing advanced degrees in musical performance.
Food & Dining
Perfect Spring Picnic
Spring is here and the flowers are blooming. Time to get out the picnic blanket before the mosquitoes invade. When I was young, my family would gather at Overton Park with fried chicken and potato salad to enjoy an evening of throwing a frisbee or flying a kite.
Travel
Travel Safely, Close to Home
Have you been wondering where you can travel safely that’s close to home? Did you know there are 423 national parks in the U.S. (including the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico)? Consider seeing some of these iconic destinations.
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5780 Memphis Scene Roundup
During pandemic the Memphis Jewish community has found many ways to stay connected. Take a look.
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