A wonderful message from Rabbi Larry Milder of Beth Emek in Pleasanton – with both heart and humor. I couldn’t say it any better. Happy 5774! God Writes a Blog At the beginning of the Jewish New Year, it is customary to greet one another with a special wish: L’shanah tovah tikatevu, may you be…
Read More »Sukkot is one of the three Jewish pilgrimage festivals—that means very important! It’s fun for kids and adults alike. Imagine building a playhouse + decorating for an autumn festival + picnicking outside — you’ve got Sukkot. How do you get started with the fun? Come to a no-experience-needed gathering to learn about Sukkot. You’ll leave…
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From Kosher by Design, one of the books in the fabulous cookbook series by Susie Fishbein The wonderful and talented Paige Kaplan made it for our Rosh Hashanah cooking class at Beth Am in Los Altos. Makes 8-10 servings Ingredients: 1/3 cup honey 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 medium Granny Smith or Rome…
Read More »Reading is the very best! Growing up the daughter of an independent bookstore owner meant that I got ALL the books I wanted! I also got read to at bedtime. Whether you’re Jewish or not, reading books to your kids provides an abundance of joy and a great pay off for both of you. You…
Read More »The J-Weekly ran an article, The State of Our Shuls, that I found inflammatory. It pushed lots of the usual fear buttons. I’m against fear so I wrote a reply.
Read More »Interfaith/Intercultural couples have unique questions and needs. They may know they need to ask questions but not be sure just what those questions should be. Make the process easier by joining other couples negotiating similar concerns. Create an outline of how to approach a conversation with your partner that is honest, caring, and supportive. This…
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