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Lag BaOmer 2026: A Joyful Day of Unity, Tradition, and Family CelebrationLag BaOmer is one of the happiest days on the Jewish calendar, celebrated on the 33rd day of the Omer count between Passover and Shavuot. …
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Pesach (Passover) Explained for KidsPESACH (PASSOVER) WHAT IS PESACH, AND WHEN DO WE CELEBRATE IT? Passover or Pesach, as it is called in Hebrew, is the festival that reminds …
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ABC’s of PurimPurim is Judaism’s most dramatic, fun-filled holiday. When else can you dress up like a bunny rabbit and eat doughy triangles filled with poppy seeds? …
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ABC’s of Chanukah (Hanukkah)Everything you need to know about the holiday of Chanukah Chanukah (Hanukkah), the Festival of Lights, begins on the 25th day of the Jewish month …
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Eight Hanukkah Gift Ideas for the Grandchild Who Has EverythingBy Nechama Liss-Levinson When our kids were young, we busily searched for gifts to give them for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah. Now that we’re …
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THIS SUMMER, PJ Library Launches “The Great Lower East Side Scavenger Hunt”Perfect for Families to Explore at Their Own Pace, the Adventure is FREE and Runs MAY 27 Through Labor Day WHAT: This summer, families are …
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Tasty Meat Menu for ShavuotBaked GEFILTE FISH IN TOMATO SAUCE The other day I was looking for a bit of a variation in our gefilte fish. I decided to …
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THE LUCKY STAR
Like so many great mysteries, it all began in an attic with a dusty old suitcase… The discovery of a stash of over two hundred …
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Interview with Turkish born designer Meri Kohen Gershman featuring Jewelry inspired by nature and romance
New York Jewish Travel Guide sat down with Meri Kohen Gershman, Founder & Creative Director of Meri Lou Jewelry to ask a few questions about …
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How our family’s loss can impact the health of the next generation. Why genetic testing matters.
When I gave birth to my first child, Evan in August of 1994, my husband Jeff and I were so happy that after nine long …
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A book-filled childhood prevents later cognitive decline
Analysis of the aging survey shows a significant correlation between an early book-oriented environment with improved memory, fluency, and cognition. Books intrigue and delight children, …
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When a waiting room becomes a chance to empower chronically ill kids
While waiting for treatments, new Prescriptions for Life clips show pediatric patients they can take ownership of their spiritual wellbeing. Noa is a 13-year-old dancer, …
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Makers design helpful devices for people with disabilities
Dozens of teams compete virtually in TOM Global Innovation Challenge to provide tailored solutions to people with disabilities, the elderly, or the poor. “Our vision …
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Should you vaccinate your kids against Covid? This expert thinks so
Israel is among the first countries to recommend vaccinating young kids against the Covid-19 virus. A pediatrician on the advisory committee explains why. The Israeli …
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