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  • Special showing of Orlando Fringe's 'best solo musical' at Theater at the J

    Jill Cousins|Nov 11, 2016

    In his first musical theater role, Eric Gutman's only lines were "Woof, woof." He was in the second grade and had been cast as Dorothy's dog Toto in his elementary school's version of "The Wizard of Oz." That's when Gutman realized that he loved to perform. After graduating from Western Michigan University with a degree in musical theater performance, Gutman began pursuing his dream-to perform on Broadway. And then, one day, while working a desk job, Gutman got the call: He would be part of the...

  • CRJ Passover festival answers more than just 4 questions

    Jill Cousins, Special to the Heritage|Feb 15, 2013

    Most Jews know about the Four Questions that are central to the celebration of Passover. But many of us have much more than four questions when it comes to understanding the Passover story and all of its traditions. What do I serve for dinner? How do I make a seder plate? Which haggadot should I use? How do I make matzah balls? If you have absolutely any questions regarding Passover, the Congregation of Reform Judaism has the answers! CRJ will be hosting its first “A to Z Passover Festival” fro...