By Yaffi Spodek Issue of Dec. 12, 2008 / 15 Kislev 5769 The downward spiraling economy means many families won’t have the luxury of packing up and boarding a flight across the country for … more

New exhibit documents artist's pursuit of a minyan By Yaffi Spodek Issue of March 20, 2009 / 24 Adar 5769 If you're looking for an interesting detour to make while … more

By Malka Eisenberg Issue of July 3, 2009 / 11 Tammuz 5769 In a show of unity and continuity, four Kulanu Torah Academy students joined with their HAFTR peers for a joint graduation ceremony at … more

Issue of Oct. 2, 2009 / 14 Tishrei 5770 Dear That’s Life, Scene: A family meal 35 minutes before the beginning of Yom Kippur. A niece who shall not be named is asked by her mother to … more

Tips and facts at Young Israel of Woodmere forum By Malka Eisenberg Issue of January 15, 2010/ 29 Tevet 5770 Have a working alarm system — a loud one; don’t be a hero — if … more

by Michael Orbach Issue of April 23, 2010/ 9 Iyar, 5770 At noon on a Sunday afternoon, Isaac Brewer sits at his desk in the back of Fax Unlimited, the electronics store he operates on Route … more

Ask Aviva Issue of August 20, 2010/ 10 Elul 5770 Dear Aviva, I have worked very hard over the past few years in school; maintaining a great GPA while juggling a young family and an almost … more

How is Gilad Shalit feeling? What could be on his mind as he enters his 256th week of captivity under Hamas? Only his captors know, but a few dozen Israelis could offer clues, having experienced imprisonment under Hamas’ patron, Syria. more

The Palestinian Authority’s move this week for a United Nations vote on statehood will not go far, it is simply a move to push Israel back towards negotiations on the topic, according to a leading scholar on the Israeli-Arab conflict. more

The Shabbos table is beautifully set. The candles radiate a holy glow. The young, adorable children are sitting around the table. The mother is standing silently and Kiddush is about to be made. The cup is taken in hand and sounded are the majestic words heralding Hashem’s treasure to the Jewish People by her ten year old desperately trying to recreate the family he, his siblings, and his mother had only months earlier. more