When my daughter was in kindergarten we had to change schools midyear. I was anxious about bringing my five year old to a new school where all the other kids had bonded. I remember the February morning that I walked into the office of the new school and introduced Elly to the school secretary, Sue….
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What do the Children Say?
I want to direct you to a very important article that appeared in the J-Weekly. It is an interview with young adults who are from interfaith families. As I have said in the past, try to remain open to what they are saying. If some of what they say is troubling to you, call me….
Read More »Jewish Kindergym
If you live in the East Bay and you or your partner is Jewish — you will at some point come upon Dawn Margolin and Kindergym. She is a joy. Every child should experience Dawn’s parachute, bubbles, water-play, slides and climbers! Family Play Day Here’s your chance to come check us out! Come for a…
Read More »Yom Kippur thoughts
Here’s what Rabbi Roberto Graetz of Temple Isaiah in Lafayette sent to his congregation just before Yom Kippur. We are reaching the holiest of all Jewish holy days. It is a day of fasting and prayer, of reflection and silence. Rabbi Larry Tabick in a light tone reminds us of the essential nature of the…
Read More »A Bright New Year Begins
The new year will begin next week. Every year at this time I reflect on the blessings that have been given to me. That I was born into the most prosperous country on earth. That I enjoy great freedoms, among them religious freedom. That my family is happy and healthy, that I live in a…
Read More »Free and Low Cost High Holy Day Services
August 27, 2007 Dear Interfaith Families and Friends, Just wanted to send you a quick note with some FREE and LOW COST High Holiday options. You can go online to look at the services schedule at synagogues near you. You’ll find information about buying High Holy Day tickets. Remember that Jewish Community Information and Referral…
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