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Toby Tabachnick
Toby Tabachnick
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October 15, 2019, 10:52 pm
This is why I don’t dance on Simchat Torah
Wrestling with the contradictions of a joyous holiday tied inextricably with despair.
By Toby Tabachnick
'Soul Witness' will play at the Regent Square Theater on Nov. 3. (Photo provided by Havey Bravman)
October 15, 2019, 10:47 pm
Holocaust film to benefit victims of Pittsburgh synagogue massacre
Dozens of interviews of Holocaust survivors were locked away for three decades. Now they may be heard in the feature-length film, 'Soul Witness.'
By Toby Tabachnick
Dana Myrtenbaum (Photo courtesy of Dana Myrtenbaum)
October 15, 2019, 10:34 pm
Israeli gender equality advocate to visit Pittsburgh
Dana Mytrenbaum will meet with Pittsburgh's Gender Equity Commission
By Toby Tabachnick
Dr. Rick Hodes (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
October 10, 2019, 9:32 pm
Jewish surgeon from Africa honors memory of Jerry Rabinowtiz
As the country's only spine surgeon, Rick Hodes has helped more than 1000 patients in Ethiopia. Jerry Rabinowitz, killed on Oct. 27, had planned to volunteer at his clinic.
By Toby Tabachnick
Audrey Glickman (Photo by Trevor K. Leong)
October 10, 2019, 9:19 pm
Local author stands up for the ‘unpocketed majority’
From power to practicality, it's pockets that can change the world
By Toby Tabachnick
Photos from ACAT displayed at Rodef Shalom highlight technical proficiency and coexistence (Photo provided by Mark Frank)
October 2, 2019, 12:58 pm
Photos by students at Arab/Jewish center in Israel show hope for the future
ACAT, modeled on Pittsburgh's Manchester Bidwell, brings inspiring exhibit to Rodef Shalom
By Toby Tabachnick
Dan Leger blew a shofar when Dor Hadash’s Torahs were walked to the Tree of Life building back in 2010. (Photo by Christopher Rolinson)
October 2, 2019, 12:09 pm
Pittsburgh, Parkland survivors to speak on forgiveness at JCC
Daniel Leger, who was seriously wounded during the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting last October, shares insights on moving forward.
By Toby Tabachnick
September 26, 2019, 11:00 am
Local rabbis grapple with massacre in preparing sermons for High Holidays
Anti-semitism, security concerns among topics to be discussed
By Toby Tabachnick
Kesher gathers in Frick Park for a reflective Yom Kippur walk. (Photo provided by Keshira haLev Fife)
September 26, 2019, 10:47 am
From social justice to ‘slacker service’ groups offer High Holiday alternatives
Thousands of Jewish Pittsburghers forgo attending traditional synagogues on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Fortunately, there are other options.
By Toby Tabachnick
Maggie Feinstein (photo provided by Maggie Feinstein)
September 26, 2019, 10:27 am
Webinar offers advice for coping with High Holiday triggers
Experts suggest taking good care of yourself as first step in helping others
By Toby Tabachnick
Michele Rosenthal, Andrea Wedner and Cindy Snyder (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
September 20, 2019, 6:04 pm
Victims, community leaders share insights from Oct. 27 massacre
Upcoming events, such as the High Holidays and the one-year mark of the shooting, could be triggering, experts warn
By Toby Tabachnick
Website interface for Rauh Archive's new podcast. (Screenshot)
September 18, 2019, 3:48 pm
Rauh Archives’ podcast is a trek through Pittsburgh’s Jewish history
Rauh director hopes on demand nature of podcast will broaden accessibility of Archives
By Toby Tabachnick
Zeke Goldblum. (Photo provided by Orah Miller)
September 18, 2019, 2:19 pm
Board of Pardons votes to release Zeke Goldblum
Recommendation awaiting governor's signature.
By Toby Tabachnick
Bari Weiss at her desk in The New York Times office in Midtown Manhattan. (Photo by Josefin Dolsten)
September 18, 2019, 2:00 pm
Bari Weiss on ‘How to Fight Anti-Semitism’
New York Times writer discusses why she focuses on left-wing and radical Islamic hatred more than right-wing ideology in book.
By Toby Tabachnick
Artist Burton Morris with “Friends” Coffee Cups ( 2019 ) (Photo provided by Burton Morris)
September 18, 2019, 1:22 pm
Burton Morris and the art of ‘Friends’
The native Pittsburgher's career took off after the popular television show began using his art on its sets. Now, 25 years later, the show, and his art, still resonate worldwide.
By Toby Tabachnick
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