Wednesday, February 18 2026

A Life Too Remarkable for Fiction: Joseph Bau in Film

Bau: Artist at War tries to be a Hollywood production on a Hallmark budget and therefore leans toward an unevenly executed film with a powerful and worthwhile story about an incredible man at its center. For those who do not know, Bau refers to Joseph Bau, sometimes known as the Walt Disney of Israel, an

David Brings a Biblical Classic to the Big Screen

David is a lively, family-oriented animated musical adventure that delights both children and adults, offering biblical lessons suitable for all ages. The historical story depicts the ongoing battle between good and evil, obedience and disobedience, through the life of David, the shepherd boy who became Israel’s greatest king.

A Case For Leaving the House

I’ll admit it — it’s cold. It’s the kind of cold that makes you feel like staying in is the sensible choice. The kind where you sit on your couch with your blanket, your tea, and those pajamas that were never meant to be seen by anyone you respect. 

And listen, that’s fine for a day or two.  But if you’re waiting for a Level 3 to justify leaving the house — that’s a red flag.  What you really need, every once in a while, is a night to be iconic.

Building Strength in 2025: The Spiritual Books That Sustained Me

Ryan Mount explores the books that helped him get through 2025.

Fifty West Brewing Company

Once known as “The Loneliest Road in America,” the famous coast-to-coast journey along U.S. Route 50 takes about 43 hours, starting in Ocean City, Maryland, and ending in West Sacramento, California. It crosses 12 states with mountain, desert, and Great Plains scenery. Fifty West Brewing Company is a stop along the route. However, our planned

Hanukkah 2025

Hanukkah 2025 will not be remembered for latkes or that incredible dreidel spin. In the last 24 hours, Jews have watched a series of events unfold that are difficult to ignore: a deadly attack at a Hanukkah gathering on a beach in Australia, a shooting reported inside a Jewish Studies classroom at Brown University, and

Judaism Is a People, and Israel Is Part of That Story

I write this as we enter the holiday of Hanukkah, arguably the most Zionist holiday in existence.  Not because Zionism began then. It did not. But because Hanukkah reminds us that Jewish self-determination, Jewish sovereignty, and Jewish survival in our ancestral land are not modern inventions. They are ancient. Long before modern political movements, Jews

Israel Experiences and Learning Opportunities at the University of Cincinnati

CINCINNATI – Amidst the study sessions, last-minute cramming, and stress the end of semester may to students who face exams, the University of Cincinnati’s (UC) Israel Initiative Committee (IIC) opened a space for two hours, offering students a break, dinner, and an opportunity to hear about what UC can offer in the upcoming semester.  The

Raising Light in a Dark Season

This time of year always feels louder than it needs to be.  As the days shorten and the nights stretch, the world seems to respond by turning up the volume. Christmas music grows more insistent. Lights multiply. Schedules fill. The noise swells just as the darkness deepens. I’ve started to notice that pattern more clearly

Little Miami Brewing Company

Little Miami Brewing Company in Cincinnati offers a vibrant craft brewing experience in a beautifully designed space. Opened in 2017, it features a welcoming patio and rooftop views of the Little Miami River. Guests can enjoy a diverse selection of brews and artisan pizza, making it a perfect gathering spot for all.

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