Archive - Michiana Jewish Historical Society

FIND OUT: the connection between a South Bend dealership & a notorious Chicago businessman

Anne Feferman shares a fascinating story of her family's business in South Bend.

Aug 24, 2021

The first Bat Mitzvah in South Bend

Gloria Wolvos remembers moving to South Bend and becoming Bat Mitzvah at Sinai Synagogue.

Mar 11, 2022

Michiana's First Female Sports Reporter was Jewish

We recently posted a tribute to our very own Posi Tucker, Michiana's first female sports reporter and all around renaissance woman.

Mar 25, 2022

From the archive, a local Jewish baseball legend

Continuing our series on local Jewish influences on the world of sports, today we bring you a story on Indiana baseball legend Barney Zoss.

Apr 1, 2022

Spread the Word: South Bend's BBYO Reunion is Coming this August!

Reunite with past AZA & BBG members at the Jewish Federation on Sunday, August 4th, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM - including a kosher brunch!

Jun 20, 2024

WATCH: "Everybody was living together, creating community..."

Find South Bend's Jewish history with us this Sunday, August 22nd!

Aug 17, 2021

FIND OUT: who supplied some of the finest jewelry in town

Peter Firestein remembers working for Block Bros. Jewelers in downtown South Bend.

Nov 2, 2021

FIND OUT: what happens when the delivery truck is your only ride

Ina Rosenberg recounts an eventful trip to Saint Mary's in the Progressive Bakery truck.

Aug 31, 2021

FIND OUT: the story behind South Bend's largest department store

Barb Asher remembers details of her family's business, include a radio jingle sure to get stuck in your head!

Oct 12, 2021

In Search of...Michiana Jewish Sports Memories

Shabbat Shalom and welcome to a new initiative of the Michiana Jewish Historical Society!

Mar 4, 2022

Passover Greetings from the Michiana Jewish Historical Society

Chag Pesach Sameach and Happy Passover to you, your family and friends.

Apr 5, 2023

FIND OUT: the humble, South Bend roots of an international accounting firm

Ron Cohen describes being recruited by Crowe partner Mendel Piser in 1958.

Oct 19, 2021

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