Pinskers Judaica: A holy land oasis
by Mike Lynch Pittsburgh is a long way from Israel—5,920 miles from the city of Tel Aviv, to be exact....
Conservancy group puts down roots in community
by Andrew Hornak A bearded conservancy volunteer holds a young London Plane tree firmly with strong hands and look of concentration...
The heart of Squirrel Hill beats at the JCC
by Patricio Chile The dining room at the Jewish Community Center of Squirrel Hill is alive with stories. Sitting alone...
Business is booming in Squirrel Hill
…and it’s mostly a matter of small, unique shops by Adam Kelly Squirrel Hill is not the place to find...
Jerry’s Records: What goes around, comes around
by Zach Brendza Andy McKee and The Hawkeyes greet you at the door. Show posters line the walls of the...
Library is the Pied Piper for local children
by Allison Keene Armed with a felt board, maracas, a stack of picture books and a few sing-alongs, Jessica Appleman...
Sunrise, sunset: Orthodox Jews keep Sabbath tradition
By Mike Lynch It’s Friday night. The sun is about to set. Rabbi Yisroel Altein is scrambling throughout his home...