Thanks all the same, but no, I’d prefer my next party not be “the talk of the town.” The advertisement promising town-wide … more

Issue of Sept. 5, 2008 Cedarhurst - Chabad of the Five Towns is hosting several events this September. Hebrew School begins on Sunday, September 7 from 9:30 a.m. until noon. A class for women … more

Extra set of hands; a shoulder to lean on By Malka Eisenberg Issue of August 29, 2008 Any married parent who’s ever felt like he or she does a disproportionate amount of the child … more

Anti-Israel diatribes spring from Iran’s leaders like fleas from a dog, but a recent Iranian Parliament statement stood apart, … more

By Daniella Adler Issue of August 29, 2008 Cathy Byrne, M.S. R.N., director of Older Adult Services at the JCC of the Greater Five Towns, was the keynote speaker at a conference for social … more

Shul softball players compete but it’s all in fun By Rachel Blady Issue of August 29, 2008 The umpire yells, “Play ball!” A ball ‘thuds’ as it’s caught cleanly in a mitt. A … more

Like an amusement park barker inviting passers-by to step right up and throw balls at some unfortunate’s head … more

War between Russia and its former republic creates turmoil for families in Gori By Dov Winston Issue of August 15, 2008 At least 1,000 Jews fled the former Soviet republic of Georgia … more

Campers integrate chesed into a fun-filled summer By Yaffi Spodek Issue of August 15, 2008 Camp Morasha held a bake sale last Friday, raising $228 for the Zev Wolff Fund, which is a … more

Op-Ed By Sara and Azriel Ganz Issue of August 15, 2008 As long-time foster parents, we read last week's Jewish Star article, "Adopting Shmuel" (August 8, 2008) with great interest. While … more