Sasha Heller Archives

Pictured, from left, are Pinch Hitter Program Founder Judge Gary Jackson, Chair Harry Lutz, volunteer coordinator Rosanne Lutz, and Helen Sherrer-Diamond presenting the quilt in the Atlanta Jewish Times newsroom.

News

Pinch Hitter Quilt Honors Volunteer Legacy

Volunteer crafters with the Pinch Hitter Program spent two years sewing a quilt to commemorate more than 40 years of volunteer service on Christmas Day.

Arts & CultureHere Come The Asymptomatics

By Sasha Heller

Atlanta Pride 2024 is scheduled for Oct. 12-13, which conflicts with Yom Kippur leading many Jewish supporters to brainstorm alternative plans on how to celebrate this year.

CommunityPride Weekend Conflict Won’t Deter Supporters

By Sasha Heller

Construction of the Eva G. Lipman Pickleball Complex, featuring eight covered pickleball courts with rain-protection siding allowing for all-weather play; to the left, the Zaban Family Sports Pavilion, a large covered multi-sport court with high-efficiency fans // Photo Credit: MJCCA

NewsMJCCA’s Capital Campaign Surpasses $36M

By Sasha Heller

April 17, 2024, 11:29 am

Here Come The Asymptomatics

The mostly-Jewish, up & coming rock band has carved out their niche in the local music scene with their unique brand of upbeat party rock.

By Sasha Heller

April 17, 2024, 10:20 am

MJCCA’s Capital Campaign Surpasses $36M

One of the largest Jewish community centers in the country secures $36.4M in community support.

By Sasha Heller

April 17, 2024, 10:19 am

Pride Weekend Conflict Won’t Deter Supporters

Atlanta Pride 2024 is scheduled the same weekend as Yom Kippur, meaning thousands of Jewish LGBTQ+ supporters must find a substitute weekend to celebrate their individuality.

By Sasha Heller

Philip Malone III, BMDC patient, and Dr. Joel Adler, honoree Chair // Photo Credit: Casey Nelson Photography

March 27, 2024, 10:30 am

Fundraiser Supports Ben Massell Dental Clinic

All proceeds from “Bright Smiles, Brighter Futures” will go toward funding the charitable oral health program.

By Sasha Heller

March 27, 2024, 10:28 am

Pinch Hitter Quilt Honors Volunteer Legacy

Volunteer crafters with the Pinch Hitter Program spent two years sewing a quilt to commemorate more than 40 years of volunteer service on Christmas Day.

By Sasha Heller

Author Audrey Galex has published her first children’s book, “Turtle Rocks.”

March 27, 2024, 10:26 am

Galex Launches Children’s Book ‘Turtle Rocks’

The story focuses on a group of turtles who must work together to overcome a series of obstacles.

By Sasha Heller

The annual event at the Georgia Aquarium featured live music, children’s activities, community partners, and hoop shoot contest.

March 13, 2024, 10:14 am

AJLF Brings ‘Mitzvah Madness’ to Aquarium

The annual event at the Georgia Aquarium featured live music, children’s activities, community partners, and hoop shoot contest.

By Sasha Heller

Machol Maryland attendees (from left) Danny Gottlieb, Rachel Stark, Arielle Kurtze, Jacki Jacoby Smith, Jason Holt, Dr. Gordon Smith (Michigan group leader), Jami Rectman, Marina Schwartz, Sheryl Rectman, Blair Cohen, Marge Haers, Liora Dressler, Galya Fischer, and Meliss Jakubovic (Atlanta group leader).

February 28, 2024, 1:44 pm

Local Israeli Folk Dancers Shine at Camp

Instructor Meliss Jakubovic took a dozen of her regular dance students to Machol Maryland where the dancers could enrich their skills.

By Sasha Heller

Groundbreaking for the Halpern building on the Colewood Way campus in 1995. (Left) Roz Cohen, who was the school principal at the time, went on to be the associate head of school. Cheryl Finkel, Head of School, is also pictured.

February 28, 2024, 12:55 pm

Epstein’s 50th: PTO Presidents Look Back, Ahead

Former Epstein School PTO presidents discuss how the parental organization has helped shape the school's community over the past half-century.

By Sasha Heller

The students at AJA created a powerful art installation in response to the attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7.

February 28, 2024, 12:39 pm

AJA Students Process Oct. 7 with ‘Hope & Despair’

A group of seventh- and eighth graders at Atlanta Jewish Academy created an art installation as a response to the brutal attacks by Hamas.

By Sasha Heller

Rose is pictured as a child during her first visit to Israel.

February 28, 2024, 10:17 am

Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award Established

The Steinhardt Foundation for Jewish Life has established this award in honor of Rose Lubin, the fallen Lone Soldier from Dunwoody.

By Sasha Heller

Marlene Colon was murdered by Chelci Chisholm in her home, pictured here. Chisholm was sentenced to 30 years for voluntary manslaughter and obstruction of justice.

February 28, 2024, 10:17 am

Colon’s Murderer Receives 30-Year Sentence

Chelci Chisolm received 20 years for voluntary manslaughter and 10 years for two counts of obstruction of justice for the murder of Marlene Colon.

By Sasha Heller

Joel Libowsky Big PAL of the Year Award winner, Nate Rubin, with Joel Libowsky // All photos by Lu Christian of 1 G L A N C E Photography

February 14, 2024, 10:13 am

Havinagala Raises Big for PAL, JF&CS

The annual fundraiser supports PAL -- Atlanta's only Jewish "Big Brother/Big Sister" program.

By Sasha Heller

AJA finished in third place in its first annual Girls Volleyball Invitational and Shabbaton.

December 27, 2023, 10:49 am

AJA Volleyball Invitational Nets All-Around Win

First annual Atlanta Jewish Academy Girls Volleyball Invitational and Shabbaton brings together eight Jewish high schools from across the country.

By Sasha Heller

Michael Morris, AJT owner and publisher, proudly holds the first-place award for all to see.

December 27, 2023, 10:40 am

YIR: AJT Wins First Place for Best Website

AJT freelancers Jan Jaben-Eilon and Dave Schechter were also awarded for their editorial selections.

By Sasha Heller