Sharing the Light: The Menorah as a Symbol of Identity
A college ring, a concert tee, a Magen David necklace. It is human nature to wish to be known and recognized for who we are, to wear the trappings of our inner identities on the outside for all to see and understand. Tokens of membership are important to us, and they speak before we even... Read more »
Kolbo’s 40th Anniversary Charity Raffle
As Kolbo celebrates 40 years of providing Jewish art and gifts, we’re hoping to rally our community in support of those engaging in Tikkun Olam. Click the links below to purchase tickets to a charity raffle in support of two amazing nonprofits, Yad Chessed and Keshet. The winner will receive four incredible 9th-row seats to a 2019 Red...
Kolbo’s 40th Anniversary Event
…and you’re invited to the party! Join us on October 21st from 11-5 for events, sales and more! Sales, Gifts, Raffle During our anniversary celebration, we’ll have a number of exciting events throughout the day. We’ll also have a number of other perks for you when you stop by. Free Gift: Specially Designed Tote Bag – Receive... Read more »
What is the Definition of a Jewish Tallit?
והָיָה לָכֶם, לְצִיצִת, וּרְאִיתֶם אֹתוֹ וּזְכַרְתֶּם אֶת-כָּל-מִצְוֺת יְהוָה, וַעֲשִׂיתֶם אֹתָם; ולֹא-תָתוּרוּ אַחֲרֵי לְבַבְכֶם, ואַחֲרֵי עֵינֵיכֶם, אֲשֶׁר-אַתֶּם זֹנִים, אַחֲרֵיהֶם. And it shall be unto you for a fringe, that ye may look upon it, and remember all the commandments of the Lord, and do them; and that ye go not about after your own heart and...
Rosh Hashanah: Personal Reflections During the High Holidays
Rosh Hashanah translates as “the head of the year,” the start of the new calendar cycle but also the two holy days that contain a microcosm of everything that the upcoming year will hold. Like the head itself, which controls all the functions of the body, the head of the year contains all the potential... Read more »
Outward and Inward: The Paradox of the Jewish Mezuzah
As complex human beings, we have layered and subtle identities, different parts of ourselves that we hold at varying levels of importance. We are split into many small pieces, shaped by our values, experiences, the people we love, and the problems we see in the world that we strive to correct. All of these things…
Nonprofit Spotlight: Wine on the Vine
Shabbat Shalom! Kolbo Fine Judaica Gallery is proud to shine a spotlight on innovative Israeli non-profit Wine on the Vine. We sat down with Tatiana Hassan, the program’s director, to bring you the inside scoop on this incredible organization. Can you give us a quick run down of what Wine on the Vine does? Wine on the Vine is a…
Kolbo’s Top 7 Kiddush Cup Recommendations
A stunning kiddush cup helps turn a moment of ritual into a beautiful experience. Used for Shabbat and holiday blessings over wine, kiddush cups are important elements in a Jewish home. Today we’re bringing you Kolbo’s top seven kiddush cups, each of which makes a great gift for a bar/bat mitzvah, wedding, or housewarming. Feast your eyes…
Wisdom from Hillel As We Celebrate Pride Month
June is Pride Month, a time for celebrating the achievements of LGBTQ+ individuals and for speaking out against homophobia and transphobia. We at Kolbo join in celebrating Pride Month and ensuring a warm and welcoming environment at our store each and every month throughout the year. As we seek to support our LGBTQ+ loved ones…
Hakarat Hatov: A Thought on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day couldn’t come at a more perfect time. Spring is finally here; the robins are chirping and lilac branches are just starting to bud. It’s a season of new life, so it seems only fitting that we choose now to celebrate and appreciate the mothers who gave us life and made us who we…
A Long Journey Into A Book: Meet Me at the Well
Guest blog post by Jane Yolen and Barbara Diamond Goldin Interested in learning more about Meet Me at the Well? Join Kolbo Fine Judaica Gallery on Thursday, May 3rd from 7-8pm as we welcome Jane and Barbara for a discussion and book signing! This event it free and open to the public, light refreshments will…
An Off-Script Passover: Resilience and Connection Through Storytelling
With the arrival of Passover comes the opportunity to dip into rich traditions handed down through the generations; the familiar journey of the haggadah, a repertoire of beloved songs, and the same china pulled out of storage every year. The story of our exodus from Egypt gets told and retold, each Seder bringing us closer…
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