Children’s Memorial opens at VHM with reception

The Virginia Holocaust Museum opened its permanent and unique Children’s Memorial Exhibit on April 7 at a special reception featuring a number of Commonwealth...

Hadassah group walks through history

By Robin Jackson About 15 people participated in Hadassah’s history walk on April 10. Hadassah Co-President Arlene Wiener led the tour that began at Main...

In Memoriam: Richard “Rick” Nelson

In Memoriam 1954-2022 Longtime community leader Rick Nelson died peacefully after a short illness with his wife, son, and daughter-in law at his side on March...

Chai Lights opens

The Beth Ahabah Museum and Archives has opened its newest exhibit, Chai Lights. The exhibit includes a variety of portraits, textiles, photographs, religious objects and...

JLEAP Gets Out of Egypt, QUICK!

It’s a Sunday afternoon at the end of March and like many Sunday afternoons at that time of year, Jewish families are busy getting...

Susan Adolf to receive Sofie Stahl Memorial Award on May 15...

Longtime community leader and lifelong volunteer, Susan Adolf will be honored with the Sofie Stahl Memorial Award from the Gila Chapter of Jewish Women...

FCVA’s March Birthday Circle and 2nd Annual Walk N Roll!

On Sunday, March 20, Friendship Circle of Virginia held its March Birthday Circle at Park365!  There were 45 attendees including teen friends, friends with...

Mark Your Calendars for May 15-16 RTA All In Campaign

Dear Richmond Jewish Community, Thirty-two years ago you took me in, and today you are my source of belonging. In the early 1990s, the Richmond Jewish...

Thank You: Friends of Reflector

As always, we want to thank our many Friends of Reflector for their support.  Our goal is to provide regular news on Community Happenings...

Key Facts About Israel

Flag The colors blue and white were chosen according to the colors of the ‘Tallit’ – the Jewish prayer shawl. The Star of David appearing...