Tag: Jewish

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.Museums

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History Slowly Closing in On Joining the Smithsonian

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is one step closer to becoming a part of the Smithsonian Institution, writes Emma Dooling for the…

two people in front of fabric shopFashion

Newly-Opened Fabric Shop is South Philly’s First in Decades

Approved Textiles, a newly-opened fabric shop is the first South Philadelphia has seen in 40 years and it embraces the humanity of fashion, writes…

person holding bookPhiladelphia Region

Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region

If you’re looking for your next read, there are plenty of compelling fiction books with characters who call the Philadelphia region home to choose…

Campus club leaders, who are also scholarship recipients, gather at the DCCC Educational Foundation Scholarship Luncheon with Allyson Gleason (center), DCCC’s Director of Athletics & Campus Engagement.Education

DCCC Receives Bequest of $1 Million from Louise A. Strauss

The Delaware County Community College (DCCC) Educational Foundation has received an estate gift of $1 million from the late Louise A. Strauss. The gift will…

Historic

Washington Square West is Now Philadelphia’s Newest Historic District

On Friday, September 13, the Philadelphia Historical Commission voted to make Washington Square West a historic district with a unanimous 9-0 with one abstention…

Lipkins Deli sandwichRetail

Kosher Comeback: Lipkins Deli and Bakery Brings Tradition Back to City Line Ave

While Jewish delis are in no short supply, kosher delis are another story, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Paul Spangler set up shop…

PhiladelphiaTourism

Philadelphia As a Travel Destination Offers Nourishment For Both the Body and Soul

Philadelphia is stepping out of New York City’s shadow as a wonderful travel destination where visitors can find nourishment for both body and soul…

man cleaning graveHistoric

Gravestone Conservator Honors History of Har Hasetim Cemetery in Gladwyne

Gravestone conservator Joe Ferrannini has been helping preserve the Har Hasetim, a historic Jewish cemetery in Gladwyne, for the past seven years, writes Josh Sanders…

Close up of extended Jewish family celebrating Hanukkah at dining table. Focus is on mature man lighting candles in menorah.Philadelphia Region

Looking For Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah in Philadelphia? Here Are Some Ideas

This year, Hanukkah will run from Dec. 7 through Dec. 15, and there is no shortage of events taking place in Philadelphia to celebrate the…

The UniverseHistoric

Rare Einstein Letter on Creation of the Universe on Sale in Ardmore

The Raab Collection in Ardmore is selling a personal letter written by Albert Einstein where he argues against the biblical version of the creation of…