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Tag: Yiddish Tradition

0 Culture History

Review of Jordan Chad, “Christmas in Yiddish Tradition”

Raphael Magarik in Jewschool · 29 Jan

Raphael Magarik reviews Jordan Chad's book, "Christmas in Yiddish Tradition: The Untold Story," which explores how Yiddish-speaking Jews historically engaged with Christmas as a midwinter solstice celebration infused with folk traditions, rather than strictly a Christian holiday.

0 Music Culture

A free Yiddish music sing-along and concert comes to Central Park

Noa Yolkut in JTA · 26 Jun 2025

New York City's beloved Yiddish cultural event, New York Sings Yiddish, returns to Central Park SummerStage for a vibrant and resilient expression of Jewish music and community through a free concert and sing-along.

0 Literature Communities

In a Scary World, Jewish Kids Books Bring My Family Joy

Audrey Barbakoff in Kveller · 23 Jul 2024

In a world filled with anxiety and uncertainty, Jewish children's books can bring joy and a sense of belonging to families.

0 Literature Jewish Law

A Return to Jewish Roots in Nicole Krauss’ Forest Dark

Na'amit Sturm Nagel in Lehrhaus · 8 Jan 2018

In "Forest Dark" by Nicole Krauss, the novel delves into Jewish literary traditions by exploring themes of identity, biblical allegories, and a search for meaning.

0 Culture Education

The Ancient Art Of Jewish Storytelling Gets A Reboot, In Podcasts And Classes

Forward · 28 May 2017

David Arfa, a self-identified maggid, or Jewish storyteller, leads children on nature hikes to engage with Jewish folklore and environmental stewardship.