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Year in Review
2024 Year in Review
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The AJT revisits the most impactful stories of 2024.
News
Beth Tefillah Celebrates 40th Anniversary
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Yossi New and Dassi New were showered with appreciation for the overwhelmingly successful creation of CBT.
News
Community of Giving Tackles Rise in Antisemitism
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Jewish Family & Career Services hosted the impactful gathering on Dec. 3.
News
Rabbinical Association Panel Delves Deep
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
A rabbi, an attorney, a politician and a journalist result in a lively, informative evening.
News
Chaya Mushka Capital Campaign Nets $1.3M
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Isser New kicked off a 48-hour fundraising marathon with a million-dollar goal for Chaya Mushka Children’s House.
News
FIDF Touts Tucker, Heroes and Hope
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Supporters gathered at City Springs to get firsthand reports from daring IDF solders, alongside a Hollywood star.
Israel News
Israel Seeks 200 Global AI Experts
By
TOI and Agencies
In initiative led by Israel Innovation Authority, NIS 7M, allocated to attract top-tier talent over the next three years and help the country keep pace in global AI race.
News
Israel Bonds Dinner Explores Healthcare After Oct. 7
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Dr. Arnon Afek presented how Sheeba, Israel’s largest hospital, is functioning after the attacks by Hamas and Hezbollah.
News
JIFLA Announces She’s a Maccabee Award Recipients
By
Compiled by AJT staff
She’s A Maccabee was established to recognize modern-day heroines who embody the courage, leadership, and resilience of the Maccabees in the Chanukah story.
Chanukah
Community Chanukah Messages for 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Cheers to 100 years and more of openly celebrating Chanukah in Jewish Atlanta.
Chanukah
From Our AJT Family to Yours … Happy Chanukah
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The staff of Atlanta Jewish Times shares their thoughts and inspiration for Chanukah this year.
Chanukah
Amy’s Holiday Party Celebrates 30 Years of Giving
By
Robert Garber
As part of Creating Connected Communities, the holiday party remains the organization’s signature event.
Chanukah
Local Rabbi Gifts Christmas Ornaments for Chanukah
By
Bob Bahr
Chanukah
The Gift of Giving
By
Robyn Spizman Gerson
Chanukah
Duwell Bakes to Preserve Sephardic Traditions
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Approaching 90, Sarah Duwell bakes Sephardic treats as a connection to family and synagogue.
Chanukah
Kimmel’s Book Motivates Toddlers to Get Spinning
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Chanukah
Schwartzwald Expresses Alpine Aesthetic
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
News
Tobin ‘Raises the Bar’ for Chanukah Party
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Jewish legal professionals gathered to exchange ideas, stand for issues, and practice tikun olam at the Distillery of Modern Art.
Business Brief
Chanukah is Part of Interfaith Program at Emory
By
Bob Bahr
Interfaith Atlanta sponsored a Winter Lights program on Dec. 14.
Chanukah
Chanukah Art Contest 2024
AJT showcases all the entries for the 2024 Chanukah Art Contest
News
AJT Switches to Donation-Based Business Model
By
Sasha Heller
All donations will be made to the Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation, a nonprofit that supports a large portion of the AJT’s budget.
Publisher's Note
100 Years of Keeping Jewish Atlanta Connected
By
Michael Morris
Editor's Note
One Hundred Years of Jewish History and Still Counting
By
Kaylene Ladinsky
From Where I Sit
Day 444 in Hostage Crises Then and Now
By
Dave Schechter
More than once, hopes for a ceasefire in the Gaza war and release of the hostages have been raised — and dashed.
Opinion
Father of Hostage Thanks Ossoff, Warnock for Their Votes
By
Yehuda Cohen
News
Ossoff Rebuked for Israel Arms Sale Votes
By
Dave Schechter
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor: Toby F. Block
By
Toby F. Block
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Year In Review
YIR: Antisemitism Definition Bill Passes on Third Try
By
Compiled by AJT staff
On Jan. 25, the Georgia Senate and then the House passed a bill that added to the state code a reference to the definition adopted by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.
Year In Review
YIR: Bookstore Controversy Erupts Over Gaza War
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Atlantans Rally to Support Boycotted Ali’s Cookies
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award Established
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Steinhardt Foundation for Jewish Life established this award in honor of Rose Lubin, the fallen Lone Soldier from Dunwoody.
Year In Review
YIR: Colon’s Murderer Receives 30-Year Sentence
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Jewish Atlanta Leaders Reflect on Israel Trip
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: AJLF Brings ‘Mitzvah Madness’ to Aquarium
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The annual event at the Georgia Aquarium featured live music, children’s activities, community partners, and hoop shoot contest.
Year In Review
YIR: Purim Across Atlanta 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Protesters Arrested at Emory Demonstration
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR : Robbins Resigns, Federation Searches for New CEO
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Eric Robbins announced that he planned to step down as President and CEO of Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta after seven years at its helm.
Year In Review
YIR: Atlanta Gathers for Yom HaShoah Memorial
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: The Epstein’s School’s 50th: A Golden Celebration
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Universities Struggle with Graduation Protests
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Emory University hosted a mostly peaceful graduation after moving its ceremony to an auditorium located miles from the campus.
Year In Review
YIR: Atlanta Gathers for Holocaust Survivor Day
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Jewish Dems Praise Biden’s Decision to Drop Out
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Netanyahu Addresses Congress with Rousing Speech
By
Compiled by AJT staff
A poll conducted shortly before Biden’s blockbuster withdrawal found Trump holding a five-point lead over Harris in Georgia.
Year In Review
YIR: Pets of Jewish Atlanta
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Athletes Gather in Detroit for JCC Maccabi Games
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: UP IN SMOKE: Is the Kosher BBQ Festival Cooked?
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The AJT published the first two parts of a planned three-part series that covers the legacy and future of the Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival. Part three is set to publish in January.
Year In Review
YIR: Jewish Athletes Shine at Paris Olympics
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Families Raise Funds Overnight for Ambulances
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: 18 Under 18 for 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Jewish Atlanta’s 2024 young leaders and rising stars were recognized in October.
Year In Review
YIR: Jewish Atlanta Gathers to Memorialize Oct. 7 Attacks
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Couples Share the Art of Laughing & Forgiving
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: AJT Switches to Donation-Based Business Model
By
Compiled by AJT staff
All donations will be made to the Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation, a nonprofit that supports a large portion of the AJT’s budget.
Year In Review
YIR: Marcus Leaves Lasting Legacy of Giving
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Daffodil Project Honors Lubin with Ceremonial Planting
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Year In Review
YIR: Panitch Remains Only Jewish Legislator in Georgia
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Panitch won election to a second term in the state House from District 51, receiving 58 percent of the vote.
Year In Review
YIR: Ossoff Rebuked for Israel Arms Sale Votes
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Ellmans Sponsor Creation of English Parasha Series
By
Debbie Diamond
The five-set book collection for children is entitled, “The Parasha: The Iteld Edition.”
News
Leadership Changes Hands at Added Touch Catering
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Sandra and Clive Bank built their business from ground up. Experienced couple, Erin and Moshe Lis, take the helm with ideas for diversification and next generation growth.
Sports
BYU’s Jewish QB Inks Deal with Manishewitz
By
David Ostrowsky
Jake Retzlaff starred this season for the Mormon university’s football team.
Sports
Fried Will Always Treasure His Time with Braves
By
David Ostrowsky
The Jewish southpaw signed an eight-year, $218 million contract with the New York Yankees.
Business Brief
Hadassah Ketura Hosts ‘Genealogy 101’ Program
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Hadassah Greater Atlanta’s Ketura Group hosted the event on Nov. 17.
Business Brief
Davis Academy Creates Video for Rabbi Lapidus’ Song
By
Susanne Katz Karlick
Business Brief
GA Interfaith Power & Light Donates Through ReWilding
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Obituary
Obituary: Jacqueline Foreman Cottrill
Jacqueline Foreman Cottrill, 76, of Sandy Springs, Ga., passed away peacefully on Dec. 21, 2024
Obituary
Obituary: Gary Allan Glass
Gary Allan Glass passed away peacefully in his Atlanta home on the morning of Dec. 12.
Obituary
Obituary: Sally Goldgeier
A selfless, loving, dedicated mother, sister, daughter, wife and friend, Sally Goldgeier passed away Dec. 16 in Seattle, Wash.
Obituary
Obituary: Dr. Stephen Margolis
Dr. Stephen Margolis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully in Atlanta at the age of 83.
Obituary
Obituary: Arlene Peck
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Arlene Peck, who left us peacefully on Nov. 19, 2024, at the age of 86.
Closing Thoughts
Latch-Key Kids, the CB Radio and Piddle
By
Shaindle Schmuckler
Shaindle cloaks herself in nostalgia as a means for comfort in a turbulent world.
News
Forbes Honors Visionaries Bernie and Billi Marcus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Bernie and Billi recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award for their enduring commitment and generosity with over $2.7 billion given to philanthropic causes.
Publisher's Note
Thanksgiving Won’t be the Same Without My Father
By
Michael Morris
News
In Final Gesture, Bernie Marcus Gives RootOne $60M
By
Bob Bahr
Tribute to Bernie Marcus
Community Tributes to Bernie Marcus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Several organizations expressed their condolences upon Bernie’s passing and gratitude for the legacy of philanthropy that he leaves behind.
Tribute to Bernie Marcus
Bernie Marcus Leaves Lasting Legacy of Giving
By
Dave Schechter
Tribute to Bernie Marcus
In Memory of Bernie Marcus
By
Rabbi Chaim Neiditch
Obituary
Obituary: Bernard Marcus
Bernard (Bernie) Marcus passed away on Nov. 4, 2024, at the age of 95, in Boca Raton, Fla.
Israel News
Israel Producing Fewer New Startups Raises Concerns
By
TOI and Agencies
The past decade has seen the number of newly founded startups plunge 45 percent and more, creating a potential economic shortfall in the coming years, according to RISE Israel.
News
Herzog Discusses Israel’s Future in Eizenstat Lecture
By
Bob Bahr
Business Brief
Thousands Unite at Global Conference for Israel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Blank Donates $27M to New Atlanta Opera Center
By
Bob Bahr
Gift will go toward building the Molly Blank Center for Opera, which honors his mother’s memory.
Arts & Culture
Horizon’s Adler Celebrates 40 Years of Theater Magic
By
Bob Bahr
Arts & Culture
‘The Brutalist’ Breathes Dramatic Life into the Past
By
Bob Bahr
The Lowdown
Community
The Lowdown: Doug Weinstein
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
I Bet You Didn’t Know … Doug enjoys singing in private karaoke rooms with friends.
News
The Courageous Life of Lucille Selig Frank
By
Dave Schechter
Leo Frank’s wife “was a force to be reckoned with,” says author of book to be published next year.
Sports
The Only Black Jewish Player in the NHL
By
David Ostrowsky
Jordan Harris is a 24-year-old defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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Panitch Remains Only Jewish Legislator in Georgia
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Dave Schechter
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Dave Schechter
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Jewish Women of Atlanta Connect on Facebook
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News
Oct. 7 Massacre Hostages’ Human Rights Violated Every Day
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Kaylene Ladinsky
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah Community Messages for 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Publisher's Note
With the New Year Comes Chance for Clarity
By
Michael Morris
PODCAST
Doug Weinstein’s Perspective on the Young Thug Trial Drama
Then & Now
THEN & NOW: Couples Share the Art of Laughing & Forgiving
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Sasha Heller
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Sasha Heller
News
Jimmy Carter’s Jewish Legacy
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Dave Schechter
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