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Martin I. Goldstein
August 12, 2026, 10:36 am
Obituary: Martin Goldstein
Martin Goldstein was born to an immigrant father who came to the U.S. at age 16 to avoid being drafted into the Russian Army and to a Polish mother who married on Ellis Island in 1924 because it was the only way she could enter the country.
Morris Jay Friedman
July 29, 2026, 10:44 am
Obituary: Morris Jay Friedman
Morris Jay “Mo” Friedman passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026.
Congregation Or VeShalom’s golf tournament on Aug. 17 will honor longtime member and three-time congregation president, Sidney Tourial (second to the right) // Photo Credit: Susan Tourial
July 29, 2026, 10:26 am
Or VeShalom Golf Tournament set for Aug. 17
Though public registration will close on Aug. 3, those interested in registering are still able to do so by calling Or VeShalom directly at 404-633-1737. Registration for an individual golfer is $250, while a foursome is $900.
By David Ostrowsky
Penny Finfer
March 11, 2026, 11:01 am
Obituary: Penny Finfer
Penny Finfer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away quietly at home on Feb. 28.
John Grisham is making a rare public appearance at the Book Festival of the MJCCA.
October 16, 2025, 10:27 am
MJCCA Book Festival Opens with Strong Lineup
More than 30 authors are featured in annual three-week event.
By Bob Bahr
Jonathan Silver takes a break on the Blue Durango Iced Tea production line.
October 16, 2025, 10:20 am
Silver’s Teas Carry Flavor & Edge
Jonathan Silver took his expertise in the coffee business to create a novel tea brand that has a lot of personality and variety.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
David Levy
October 1, 2025, 11:12 am
Obituary: David Levy
David Levy, 88 years old, of Atlanta, Ga., passed away on Sept. 12, 2025.
Jeffrey Victor
June 25, 2025, 11:14 am
Obituary: Jeffrey Victor
Jeffrey Victor, 77 years old, from Atlanta, Ga., passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Dr. Steven Sommer has expanded his Duluth Chiropractic facility to include a new health center.
June 25, 2025, 10:48 am
Duluth Chiropractic Expands with New Health Center
Dr. Steve Sommer strives to be on top of innovation to help patients resolve and manage conditions.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Cecile Felsenthal Prager
May 14, 2025, 11:35 am
Obituary: Cecile Felsenthal Prager
Cecile Felsenthal Prager, born Dec. 25, 1939, in Memphis, Tenn., passed away peacefully at her home on May 6, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Jerry’s Habima Theatre actors perform “Fiddler on the Roof JR.” Pictured are Luke Davis, Jonathan Roytenberg, Philip Flores, and Carmine Vera // Photo Credit: Heidi Morton
April 9, 2025, 12:57 pm
Jerry’s Habima Theatre Celebrates Legacy of Inclusion
The reception on March 12 honored the memory of Lois Blonder.
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
Sharon Paskoff wrote “The Adjustable Lives of Women” to help others find hope.
March 12, 2025, 11:10 am
Paskoff’s Book Details Finding Hope
Native Atlantan Sharon Paskoff wrote the “Adjustable Lives of Women” to help others find light during chaos and struggles.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Tehran Van Chasri, Steve Marshall, Zara Khan, and Erik Angel took questions after the show, mostly about the importance of bringing the tour to college campuses.  
March 12, 2025, 10:35 am
‘Comedy for Peace’ Gets Giggles at MJCCA
Van Chasri, Kahn, Angel and Marshall’s goal was to spread good feelings by laughing at themselves, and some audience members, too.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Dr. Perry Brickman and Ed Wexler were longtime leaders in their respective communities of Atlanta and Savannah.
March 12, 2025, 10:28 am
Georgia Loses Two Important Community Leaders
Dr. Perry Brickman and Ed Wexler were longtime leaders in their respective communities of Atlanta and Savannah.
By Bob Bahr
Josh, Maya, Lizzy, and Renee in front of the arc at B’nai Torah. 
February 26, 2025, 11:33 am
Lizzy Dances Through a Winter Wonderland
Lizzy Harris’ bat mitzvah had a sentimental “camp” Havdalah ceremony.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
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