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Star Wars Shabbaton: The Force Was With Us
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, there was a student who wanted to have a Star ...
What Is “Fellow Standard Time”?
Jewish Standard Time (noun): The justification for Jewish events or Jewish people running late.Fellow Standard Time: (noun): Nothing standard about ...
Here’s to Funny Valentines, Y’all
If you’re wondering whether or not Jews should send valentines, give chocolates, and generally “feel the love” when it comes ...
Do Different Religions See “Peace” Differently?
As I mentioned in my last blog post, I grew up knowing very little about Judaism or Jewish culture. In ...
Labyrinth: Going Green (Hint: It’s Not What You’re Thinking…)
Today’s post was written collaboratively by Education Fellows Elaine Barenblat, Dan Ring, and Allison Poirier This February, the ISJL launched the ...
Northern Sports Fan Transplanted into Southern Sportsland
When you’re not “from” the South, you have to get used to a few things when you move down here. ...
Shalom Y’all, Baby!
There are two words powerfully associated with the Southern Jewish experience: Shalom Y’all. In just two little words, so much ...
Southern Snow Days
It’s a Southern Snow Day, y’all! This means a few things. Everyone should be careful on the roads or stay ...
What’s Your Jewish Super Bowl?
When I moved to Jacksonville, Florida, in 2006, I noticed much more general affiliation with university sports than I’d ever ...
From the Collection: A History Mystery
I recently solved a history mystery, and it started with a tiny pencil.I was looking through a box of old ...