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The Supernova Festival was one of more than 20 sites that Hamas attacked on Oct. 7.
Arts & Culture
Supernova Film Captures Gripping Israel Tragedy
By Bob Bahr
Documentary is a graphic and dramatic account of the brutal Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.
The Supernova Festival was one of more than 20 sites that Hamas attacked on Oct. 7.
March 27, 2024, 10:29 am
Supernova Film Captures Gripping Israel Tragedy
Documentary is a graphic and dramatic account of the brutal Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.
By Bob Bahr
AJFF Executive and Artistic Director Kenny Blank (right) concurred with event co-chair Martha Jo Katz about how far the festival has progressed in almost 25 years // All Photos by Howard Mendel
February 28, 2024, 10:18 am
AJFF Opening Gala Outdoes Previous Year
Gov. Brian Kemp. Kenny Blank, and Holly Firfer were among the “stars” on hand to address the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival crowd.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Governor Brian Kemp signed HB 30, the Antisemitism Bill, into legislation // Photo Courtesy of Facebook
February 1, 2024, 10:36 am
Gov. Kemp Signs Antisemitism Bill
"Definitely not profiles in courage," State Rep. Esther Panitch says of House colleagues who avoided vote.
By Dave Schechter
All of the elected officials and dignitaries in attendance were invited onstage.
January 16, 2024, 11:31 am
Public Officials Break Bread with Jewish Community
The now annual event is seen as particularly valuable for legislators with relatively few Jewish constituents.
By Dave Schechter
Defining antisemitism again is a top priority for Atlanta’s Jewish communal organizations during this year’s state legislative session.
January 10, 2024, 1:22 pm
Jewish Priorities Under the Gold Dome
Defining antisemitism again is a top priority for Atlanta's Jewish communal organizations.
By Dave Schechter
The beautiful trompe l’oiel ceiling graced the lower lobby of the consulate.
December 27, 2023, 10:50 am
India and Israel Make for Winning Relationship
The Indian Consulate welcomed the Jewish community to celebrate Chanukah as a tribute to both cultures.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Approximately 2,000 community members gathered at Ahavath Achim Synagogue on Oct. 30 for a vigil to honor the hostages taken during Hamas’ attack on Israel // Photo Credit: Southern Exposure Media Group for Consulate General of Israel/Southeastern US
December 27, 2023, 10:32 am
YIR: Jewish Atlanta Embraces Visiting Families of Israeli Hostages
On the hostages’ 24th night as captives, the visiting Israelis made no effort to conceal the toll of the ordeal, speaking in pained, emotional terms about their families.
By Dave Schechter
Award honoree Bill Rogers (center) posed with Chris Sawyer (left) and the Rev. Sam Candler (right).
November 29, 2023, 10:11 am
American Jewish Committee Award Given to Truist CEO
The annual AJC dinner and award presentation at the St. Regis Hotel fell in tumultuous times vis a vis rising antisemitism and the events of Oct. 7.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
A house where 40 Israeli civilians were held hostage in Kibbutz Be’eri, Oct. 11, 2023 // Photo Credit: Lazar Berman/The Times of Israel
November 14, 2023, 2:17 pm
Oct. 7 Atrocities Video Sickens Atlanta Audience
The Israeli consulate and communal leaders voiced disappointment at the small turnout for a screening.
By Dave Schechter
Approximately 2,000 community members gathered at Ahavath Achim Synagogue on Oct. 30 for a vigil to honor the hostages taken during Hamas’ attack on Israel // Photo Credit: Southern Exposure Media Group for Consulate General of Israel/Southeastern US
November 1, 2023, 3:59 pm
Synagogue Gathering Embraces Hostage Families
The Israeli relatives spoke in loving, emotional terms about their murdered and missing family members.
By Dave Schechter
Protests continue in the streets of Israel and America in response to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed overhaul of the Israeli judicial system // Photo Credit: Chaim Goldberg/Times of Israel
August 9, 2023, 1:05 pm
Atlanta Jewish Community Reacts to Fissures in Israel
Many are using their voices after years of “speaking” with their checkbooks.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
Incoming AJC president Belinda Morris spoke of her family’s long-standing relationship with Rabbi Berg as “the perfect fit” for the Temple // Photo Courtesy of Jacob Ross
June 14, 2023, 10:23 am
Rabbi Berg’s American Jewish Committee Tribute
A “who’s who” crowd sang the well-deserved praises of Rabbi Peter Berg on his 15 years at The Temple on Peachtree and celebrate the man of the hour’s birthday.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Georgia general assembly had a long day on March 29, 2023, when they failed to adopt the antisemitism definition.
March 30, 2023, 3:38 pm
Antisemitism Bill Fails in Georgia Again
The lack of action on the last day of the session irritated Jewish supporters, who vow to try again next year.
By Dave Schechter
(From left) Republican State Rep. Scott Hilton; Democratic State Rep. Shea Roberts; Democratic State Rep. Esther Panitch; Republican State Rep. Todd Jones
January 11, 2023, 10:21 am
Legislators Receive Blessing on Eve of 2023 Session
Organizers of the "first annual" event hope to see it expanded statewide next year.
By Dave Schechter
Comedian Dave Chappelle is pictured during his controversial monologue while hosting "Saturday Night Live."
November 21, 2022, 12:16 pm
Did Dave Chappelle Go Too Far?
When does comedy cross the line? Did Chappelle push the limits of comedy too much in his controversial monologue on "Saturday Night Live"?
By Debbie Diamond
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