Archives for February 2016

Over 60 Israelis—both Jews and Arabs—have come to Lesbos since September 2015 to help refugees under the auspices of IsraAID.

Hadassah President Ellen Hershkin shares a Purim message with readers, connecting Queen Esther and the holiday with modern times—and modern women.

Purim was never one of my favorite holidays—until I became a feminist. And now, as the new executive editor of this magazine, I am again reexamining the holiday.

Though Isaac Mizrahi is best known for fashion, he has also directed and narrated a children’s production of Peter and the Wolf at the Solomon

French delicacies like éclairs and macarons are sharing bakery-case real estate with sponge strudels. Argentinian cookies are popping up in bakeries. Artisan bread is on the rise.

Wireless headphones are helping seniors affected by hearing loss reengage with their community—at lectures, performances and other cultural events.

Whether you are interested in exploring the outdoors, listening to live music or tracing Jewish history, Austin has plenty to offer visitors.

Isaac Mizrahi’s colorful designs are now on view in a first-of-its-kind exhibit at New York’s Jewish Museum.