The Irish Jewish Museum
At its height, the number of Jewish citizens in Ireland only reached 5,000, so why does Ireland need a museum to celebrate a community that today numbers just over 1,000? The answer to this question is long and beautiful.
Chabad of Harlem Everyone Is Welcome
Chabad of Harlem first opened its doors in the fall of 2007, to serve the small but growing Jewish community of Harlem. The vibrant and welcoming synagogue offers a fantastic children’s summer camp and Hebrew School, Torah classes for adults, as well as year-round family friendly events for all the Jewish holidays.
Lasagna for Lunch, Declaring Peace with Emotional Eating
As a nutritionist and dietitian for the past 16 years, I work to help people get healthier, lose weight, and reverse medical problems through improving their nutrition. Learning to eat the right foods can strengthen a person’s body and optimize one’s well being. Most people are able to integrate my recommendations into their lifestyle to make themselves more fit and healthy.
Latkes, Endless Possiblities
You see all kinds of ubercreative latke recipes around Hanukah time: apple-parsnip latkes, sweet potato–leek latkes, sweet cheesy latkes, savory cheese and chive latkes. The truth is, you can’t go anywhere in the world of latkes until you’ve mastered the classic. So first I’ll teach you this special recipe from Ma and Uputzi. They always made incredible pureed potato latkes.
The Menorah, History of a Symbol
There are few more ubiquitous symbols of Jewish presence than the menorah. First mentioned in the book of Exodus, it has pervaded the literary and visual culture of the Jewish people, predating the Star of David as a uniquely Jewish insignia by at least a millennium. In fact, one rabbinic tradition suggests that the emblem on David’s shield was not a star at all, but a menorah! While the star is the centerpiece of Israel’s flag, the menorah was chosen as the nation’s coat of arms, and large, ornate menorahs grace both the Knesset and Ben Gurion Airport.
Viral Hate: Containing Its Spread on the Internet
A powerful medium for communication, the Internet has a dark side; the ease with which information is shared comes with a price. Every day, individuals and organizations use the power of the Internet as a shield to spread vitriol aimed at racial, ethnic and religious minorities, as well as other targets. Calls for violence, bigoted rants, lies, bullying, and conspiracy theories circulate openly on the web, with effects on individuals and society that are profound and dangerous. Is there an antidote to the virus of hate that has infected the Internet or is the problem too big to address?
Oprah’s Friend and Mine: Reggie Wells
I recently attended a Master Makeup Class with Emmy Award winning makeup artist Reggie Wells, Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist of 21 years. On her famous television show, he was often seen applying her makeup. I was always amazed that she would show herself—before and after. Even the most beautiful actresses need makeup to look flawless, and if you have ever seen Oprah without makeup, you will recognize that his skill is masterful.
Becoming a Wise and Compassionate Parent
When you have a baby, you expect him/her to do certain things, like crawl, toddle, walk and talk. What new parents need to know is that children develop at their own pace. Some start to walk very early, others very late, but eventually all healthy children learn to walk. There is a rhythm to every child’s life and each stage is a time of new discovery and wonder. Some children take a step backward before making a giant leap forward. If your child is a late bloomer, try not to worry.
Getting Closer, A Guide for Orthodox Couples
In his new book “Getting Closer—Understanding and Treating Issues in Marital Intimacy: A Guide for Orthodox Couples,” Rabbi Daniel Schonbuch, MA, Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in New York, tackles a topic rarely addressed in the Orthodox world of publishing. Dealing with intimacy dysfunctions challenging married couples, Rabbi Schonbuch utilizes his training as a marriage therapist in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help frum couples who may be suffering in shame or isolation.
LifeWatch V, Smarter than the Average Smartphone
LifeWatch V is an Israeli-engineered phone that performs and analyzes a range of tests and sends reports to your doctor. The LifeWatch phone can test your ECG, as well as blood pressure and sugar levels. Oh, it makes calls, too.
Iraqi Jewish Artifacts, The Amazing Story of How They Were Saved
The story of how the US came to have the artifacts is incredible. Harold Rhode, an Arabic/Hebrew speaking policy analyst with the Office of Net Assessments in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, recently wrote a first person, eye-witness account of the details.
Sephardic Community Center: Something for Everyone
CommUNITY
“Under One Roof” is more than just a catchy slogan, it’s a philosophy and way of life that captures the very essence of the SCC as a warm and nurturing environment where everyone, young and old, can come together to celebrate and recreate as one unified community.
Inspiring Kids to Cook
The kitchen is the heart of the home, a central place where families gather to relax, work, share stories and most importantly—cook and eat meals together. By teaching your kids how to help in the kitchen, from meal prep to cleanup, you’re also helping them understand how to prepare healthy meals and appreciate food for years to come.
The Dating Game In Bradley Beach
The summer I was 15, I was a sassy, skinny girl who thought I knew everything. Unlike most of the Syrian community who went to Bradley Beach, my parents preferred quieter Long Beach where we scrunched into a house with my sister, Sallee, her husband Joe and my two young nephews, Elie and Leon.