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Andrea Lieber, associate professor of religious studies at Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa., will lecture and lead a discussion in two events at Gonzaga University on Holocaust Remembrance Day, which begins the evening of April 7 and ends the evening of April 8.

Lieber will speak on and invite discussion on the topic, “What Does the Holocaust Mean to You?” — starting at 5:30 p.m., April 7 in the Foley Center Library, Teleconference Room.

Next week Spokane’s Jewish community will observe Passover, an eight-day commemoration honoring the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt.

Below are local Passover, or Pesach, listings.

Temple Beth Shalom is the place to be this weekend.
On March 10, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. it will host its annual Kosher Dinner, which is known for satisfying thousands of appetites from across the region.

Temple Beth Shalom’s 72nd Kosher Dinner will be held March 10 from 11 a.m to 6 p.m. and Spokane community is invited to be a part of the annual event, which draws in thousands of guests.

Next week Congregation Emanu-El will begin offering its Taste of Judaism course — a free, three week class on modern Jewish spirituality, values and community.

The grant-funded course is designed for unaffiliated Jews, interfaith couples and families and those curious about Judaism.