Why We Jews Should Share Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” with Our Kids
In his recent book, “52 Lessons From A Christmas Carol.” Author Bob Welch takes us back to the mid 1800’s when, thanks to two centuries of Puritan rule, “The Christmas spirit had fizzled across the land.” Welch reports that Puritan law specifically prohibited...
Virtual Tu B’Shevat Seder
Join Rabbi Barbara for a VIRTUAL How-To Sephardi Tu B’Shevat Seder Sunday, January 25, 20262:00 pm US Eastern / 8:00 pm ItalyCLICK for Zoom Link We will make our model seder together using Rabbi Barbara’s Haggadah/Guide that is available for you: CLICK HERE We’ll...
La Befana – In Southern Italy This Whimsical Character Embraces Diversity and Appeals to All
On the night of January 5 children throughout Italy and in particular in Calabria, hang their stockings from the fireplace mantle or place their shoes by the bedroom door, all in anticipation of a beloved old lady who will slide down the chimney or squeeze through the...
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