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A Reflection of You Heralds Season of Introspection

In the Jewish calendar, Elul is the season of self-examination and amendment: A new year begins and atonement is made. To mark the season...

Artist in Residence Explores Genesis in Old City Gallery

If you ask Igal Fedida what inspires him, he’ll give you a seemingly simple answer: everything. Fedida has been at the Old City Jewish Ar...

Celebrating the Bounty

The Bible continues to be a wellspring of inspiration. Its passages reflect the times and traditions of its authors, its psalms express u...

The Unique way a Jewish Art Center Unites People Through Spirituality

Since I was a little girl, people watching has been one of my favorite activities. I’d wonder what the elderly woman with the crinkly ey...

Harmony in Diversity

Old City Jewish Art presents “DEEP SIX: Harmony in Diversity”, from May 1-28, 2017. Deep Six is a group of six artists who have shown t...

Former student’s work celebrates joy of Purim

For Robin Halpren-Ruder, art is a way to present her attitude to the world. “Hello! I’m here, recognize me,” she said. “I want you to see...

Bus Stop Greeting Leads to Gallery Unveiling for Man with MS

Zalman Wircberg faced a dilemma: He had no idea who or what to showcase at the Old City Jewish Art Center in February. “I put it out ther...

A Philosophical Journey into Being

The Old Jewish Arts Center presents A Philosophical Journey into Being, a show featuring the internationally acclaimed artist Igal Fedida...

Fundraising Event Artfully Honors JEVS Past Director

What Lee Casper started, JEVS Human Services stepped in and finished. The “Art for JEVS” showcase at the Old City Jewish Arts Center on O...

'Art for Jevs'

Art for JEVS grew from friendship among artists, and a desire to do good. The exhibition and sale includes work from Wilmot Heitland, Ma...

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