Frankie’s Menorah (a Yiddish Hanukkah story)
The story, presented here in English translation, takes place during the California gold rush of 1849
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Fast Forward Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco will close for a year, citing financial woes
The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco will close for at least a year, citing financial problems and declining attendance
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Sports ‘Best friends I ever had’: Willie Mays’ treasured bond with a Jewish family
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