France

French Jewry rethinks its JCCs, with a focus on culture over ‘community’

France’s Jewish community centers — or “centres communautaires,” as they are known — are struggling with the perception that the word “community” conveys an un-French sense of separatism.

Canadian DJ finds audience for klezmer fusion in France

Montreal-based DJ Josh Dolgin’s eclectic blend of klezmer and hip-hop is striking a chord with audiences in France.

How to use Facebook to build friendships between French Muslims and Jews

Using social networking, a group called Shalom | Paix | Salam is trying to change the nature of the relationship between Jews and Muslims in France — one that is marked more by friction and conflict than by friendship — without shying away from the tough issues.

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