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.
The Ljuba Davis Ladino Ensemble
The Ljuba Davis Ladino Ensemble has performed all over the world, including Australia and New Zealand and at some of the major venues in Jerusalem. Band members play the bouzouki, a Greek stringed instrument similar to a mandolin; Spanish guitar; and the oud. The musicians as diverse as their instruments.
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.
The 15th Anniversary of the Sephardic Rabbinical College
Supporters of the Sephardic Rabbinical College (SRC)recently gathered at the home of Albert and Joyce Chehebar to celebrate 15 successful years. The SRC was founded by Ezra S. Ashkenazi in 1998, and has since produced over 20 notable community rabbis. Obtaining semikha (rabbinic ordination) at the SRC is not a simple task. Students need to study the laws of Shabbat, mourning, kashrut, weddings and much more, and achieve high grades on their testing. The semikha process is a seven year program.
William Barthman’s One of a Kind Event
Rolex watches are so special that only Official Rolex Retailers are allowed to sell and maintain them. With the necessary skills, technical know-how and special equipment, they guarantee the authenticity of each and every part and help customers make the choice that will last a lifetime. William Barthman Jewelers is an Official Rolex Retailer and owner Jerry Natkin recently treated family, friends and clientele to an invitation only, once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating two very special Rolex watches.
Mother and Daughter Program at Barkai Yeshivah
After multiple practice sessions, the girls came together under the direction of Morah Lilly Hayat and Morah Shirli Amzaleg to perform quite a memorable program for their mothers and fellow students. Rahel Imenu was special because she completely embodied the trait of tzniut, which is commonly translated as modesty and yet goes much deeper and further than just clothing choices.
High Holiday Programs at Hillel Yeshiva
As the uplifting voices of four world-class Hazzanim reverberated with selihot (special prayers) throughout Hillel Yeshiva High School, all those in attendance experienced a most stirring and inspirational Erev Yom Kippur. Hazzanim David Saliah, Ram Mizrahi, Shlomo Teherani and Yishai Teherani were asked to share their gift of Tefilla with the students. The prayers helped prepare both students and faculty for the upcoming holiday.
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.
Hacham Ovadia Yosef ZT”L In Tribute and Memory
Our community, the entire Sephardic community and world Jewry have all sustained a monumental loss. Most will agree that Hacham Ovadia zt”l is irreplaceable. He was yahid bedoro (unique in his generation). The Rabbi’s ability to marshal sources and solve complex halachic issues simply and straightforwardly was a rare talent indeed. But truth to tell, his towering personality transcends even his great halachic accomplishments.
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.
Spectacular Event Hosted By Sephardic Link
Sephardic Link orchestrated a truly wonderful event geared to the parents, families, and friends of our community’s singles. They had a multipurpose aim: to educate and inspire with extremely knowledgeable speakers, to raise awareness about what needs to be done, to get more of our singles to meet, and to raise funds in order to create many more singles events year round.
Hanukah, The Festival of Lights
In the time of King Antiochus, the fate of the Jewish people seemed grim. The vastly outnumbered Maccabees were up against the world’s most sophisticated military machine. They faced opposition from within, as well. Many of their brethren were weak, complacent, and all too willing to forsake their heritage and assimilate into the Hellenistic culture. It was the proverbial “darkest hour before the dawn.” Yet, sure enough, with the dawn, came the miraculous, unprecedented victory. With G-d’s help and against all odds, The Maccabees were able to reclaim the Holy Land and rededicate the Holy Temple.
Magen David Yeshivah Honors Fallen NYPD Hero Jeff Herman
In June 1989, Police Officer Jeff Herman gave his life in the line of duty. A quarter of a century later, Magen David Yeshivah (MDY) honored his memory and legacy at a special dedication ceremony attended by his family, fellow officers from the 71st Precinct, and friends. The public park, directly across from the elementary school, was dedicated to Officer Herman in 1990. Bebe and Irene Herman, Officer Herman’s mother and widow, chose that playground as the one to be dedicated in his honor in 1990, because he loved to play baseball there with his fellow officers and also because he was raised nearby. Just before you walk in, there is a plaque stating that this park, where MDY students enjoy recess every day, is dedicated to his memory.