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09/16/2026

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Alberta educators launch online courses to teach young people how to read classic Jewish books - - by Zenith Wolfe, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
(The CJN) – When Darren and Suzanne Alexander’s eldest daughter aged out of Jewish day schools and youth programming in Edmonton in the late 2010s, they didn’t know how to keep her cultural Jewish education going.
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by Zenith Wolfe, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (The CJN) – When Darren and Suzanne Alexander’s eldest daughter aged out of Jewish day schools and youth programming in Edmonton in the late 2010s, they didn’t know how to keep her cultural Jewish education going. Now, as their youngest son...

09/15/2026

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Noah Wyle wins an Emmy for playing one of TV’s most Jewish doctors - - By Andrew Silow-Carroll (JTA) -
Noah Wyle on Monday night won his second consecutive Emmy for playing Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch on “The Pitt.” The win also marked a second victory for one of television’s more fully realized Jewish characters.
The actor won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for the HBO - -

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By Andrew Silow-Carroll (JTA) - Noah Wyle on Monday night won his second consecutive Emmy for playing Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch on “The Pitt.” The win also marked a second victory for one of television’s more fully realized Jewish characters. The actor won Outstanding Lead Actor in a...

09/14/2026

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‘Dancing With the Stars’ Is Getting Even More Jewish for Season 35 - - By Evelyn Frick (Kveller) -

When the cast of “Dancing with the Stars” samba, tango, cha-cha, waltz and freestyle onto the dance floor for season 35 on Sept. 15, it’ll be an extremely Jewish affair.

Last week, Ukrainian-Israeli dancer Adele Zaikman won “DWTS: The Next Pro,” securing her spot as a professional dancer - -

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By Evelyn Frick (Kveller) - When the cast of “Dancing with the Stars” samba, tango, cha-cha, waltz and freestyle onto the dance floor for season 35 on Sept. 15, it’ll be an extremely Jewish affair. Last week, Ukrainian-Israeli dancer Adele Zaikman won “DWTS: The Next Pro,” securing her spo...

09/10/2026

Ever get to Rosh Hashanah dinner and your one cousin just came back from first year university and has everything to say, and you feel so underprepared and then your parents mention the cost of Hebrew school?

Fear not! This Schmooze is for you!

Click to read all the Rabbi Columns from this year's AJN Rosh Hashanah Edition, and you'll have plenty to say at this year! Your friends, family, & dinner guests will be kvelling!

Alberta Jewish Schmooze - Rosh Hashanah 2026 - Rabbi Columns - https://mailchi.mp/8708e44d96d9/alberta-jewish-schmooze-rosh-hashanah-2026-rabbi-columns

09/06/2026

Shalom Chavarim!

So much to read in this jam packed edition of Alberta Jewish Schmooze! High Holidays are coming, are you ready?

PLUS

Join Chai There! and Alberta Jewish News at the Annual Walk with Israel in Calgary on Monday September 7! See you there! Come say Chai There! at our table and grab some goodies!

Click the link for your Schmooze!

Alberta Jewish Schmooze - Friday September 4, 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/a821fe5b15df/alberta-jewish-schmooze-sunday-september-6-2026

09/01/2026

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Carmine Groberman’s Mitzvah Project combines a good deed with community action - - by Maxine Fischbein, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

(AJNews) – There is a time-honoured lament that when it comes to Bar Mitzvahs there is sometimes more bar than mitzvah. That is not the case for the Groberman family, who recently celebrated the Bar Mitzvah of son and brother Carmine at the Beth - -

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by Maxine Fischbein, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – There is a time-honoured lament that when it comes to Bar Mitzvahs there is sometimes more bar than mitzvah. That is not the case for the Groberman family, who recently celebrated the Bar Mitzvah of son and brother Carmine at the...

08/31/2026

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From fake burps to reverse tashlich, new children’s books bring the High Holidays to life - - by Penny Schwartz

(JTA) — A bumper crop of new kids’ books about the High Holidays is hitting shelves in 2026, surprising close observers of Jewish children’s literature.

“It is unusual for multiple Sukkot books to be published in the same year, especially of consistently high quality. It’s very exciting,” said Heidi - -

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by Penny Schwartz (JTA) — A bumper crop of new kids’ books about the High Holidays is hitting shelves in 2026, surprising close observers of Jewish children’s literature. “It is unusual for multiple Sukkot books to be published in the same year, especially of consistently high quality. It’...

08/31/2026

We have a lovely mention in this month’s Alberta Jewish News!

Pick up the September issue to see our owner Gail’s recipe for her mom’s homemade apple sauce. It’s a recipe filled with family memories and tradition, and we’re so happy to see it shared with the community.

You’ll also spot our Rosh Hashanah ad alongside it. A little reminder to get those holiday orders in by Friday, September 4 so your table is ready for the celebrations. 🍎🍯

08/28/2026

Shabbat Shalom!
In this week's Schmooze
Picklefest in Calgary!
Bagel fundraisers in Edmonton!
Mitzvah Projects, Valleyview IGA, and so much more!

Plus! If you are in Edmonton this is your last chance to book your Rosh Hashanah Greeting! We are 10 Away from our Goal!!!!! Link in the Schmooze!

Alberta Jewish Schmooze - August 28, 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/39bce6c5daa1/alberta-jewish-schmooze-friday-august-6437199

08/28/2026

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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Includes The Jewish Children’s Book Program She Inspired - - by Penny Schwartz

(JTA) —Dolly Parton, the singer who died Tuesday at age 80 after a brief bout with cancer, was mourned around the world as a stellar songwriter, consummate country hitmaker, savvy entrepreneur and generous philanthropist.

In Jewish circles, she was also remembered as the inspiration for PJ Library, a program - -

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by Penny Schwartz (JTA) —Dolly Parton, the singer who died Tuesday at age 80 after a brief bout with cancer, was mourned around the world as a stellar songwriter, consummate country hitmaker, savvy entrepreneur and generous philanthropist. In Jewish circles, she was also remembered as the inspirat...