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0 History Israel

Lion-Eater of Judah

Stuart Halpern in Jewish Review of Books · 21 Dec 2025

Stuart Halpern's article delves into the life of Colonel John Patterson, an Irish-born British soldier who played a significant role in reviving the Jewish national endeavor by leading the Zion Mule Corps and the Jewish Legion during World War I. Known for his earlier exploits killing man-eating lions in Africa, Patterson's military leadership and support for the Zionist cause helped establish a Jewish fighting force that would eventually contribute to the creation of the Israeli Defense Forces.

0 Culture Communities

Yiddish California cultural center plans move to La Paz, Mexico

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward · 10 Jul 2025

The Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA) is moving its cultural center, Yiddishland California, from La Jolla, California, to La Paz, Mexico.

0 Music Culture

Promising 'no stupid Hanukkah songs,' The Leevees strive for a 'two-sauce solution'

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 26 Nov 2024

The LeeVees, a band formed by Adam Gardner of Guster and Dave Schneider of the Zambonis, offers an alternative to typical holiday music with their Hanukkah-themed album "Hanukkah Rocks."

0 Culture Communities

Yiddishland California seeks donations to keep it in seaside La Jolla

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward · 21 Dec 2023

Yiddishland California, a cultural center promoting Yiddish language and culture, faces a precarious future if it cannot raise $120,000 by December's end to cover increased rent and security costs in its La Jolla location.

0 Culture Language

The brave Yiddish startup

Zach Golden in Forward · 27 Jun 2022

Zach Golden explores the burgeoning world of Yiddish startups, driven by passionate individuals reviving Yiddish culture and language across the U.S. Despite societal skepticism, these efforts are rooted in community building and creative expression.