Begin the High Holy Days at KKBE with an evening of music and storytelling with @michaelhunterochs. Join us on Saturday, September 5 at 7:00pm for a special S`lichot Program as Michael shares his journey as a songwriter and his deep connection to Jewish music. A S`lichot Service will follow in the KKBE Sanctuary. This program is free and open to the public. Register in advance at kkbe.org. ...

Last week, on behalf of KKBE and the Coming Street Cemetery Committee. committee members Mary Radin and Anita Rosenberg accepted the 2026 South Carolina Historic Preservation Stewardship Award. The Stewardship Award recognizes those who have ensured the ongoing preservation of historic buildings, structures, or sites through long-term care, planning, management, protection, or continuous ownership.

Since 1995, the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, Preservation South Carolina, and the Office of the Governor have recognized exceptional accomplishments in the preservation, rehabilitation, and interpretation of our architectural and cultural heritage with a series of statewide awards. Only three Stewardship Awards are given annually. The other two 2026 recipients were The Footlight Players Queen Street Playhouse and Spartanburg County Foundation Walnut Grove Plantation.

Thank you to all of our Cemetery Committee members for your hard work, care, and dedication to the preservation of this incredible historic place. ...

Thanks to the generosity and partnership of the Charleston JCC Foundation, KKBE is excited to launch a new initiative: Micro-Grants!

KKBE Micro-Grants provide small grants to help the Charleston Jewish Community - regardless of affiliation - to create meaningful Jewish experiences beyond our walls. Whether it`s a Shabbat dinner, holiday celebration, playdate, or social gathering, these grants make it easier to bring people together and build a welcoming Jewish community. Applications are now open on a rolling basis. Apply today! ...