The Yiddish language is going through a kind of “rebirth”, it’s making a “comeback”. Many universities across the country are offering Yiddish classes, like; Berkeley, Binghamton, Columbia, Gratz, NYU & Rutgers, just to name a few. In fact, some of the programs offer various levels of their Yiddish classes (elementary, intermediate & advanced). The idiomatic Continue Reading »
I was so happy to see all of you in shul on the High Holidays and Festivals. The warmth & love that permeated our sanctuary truly embodies what our Congregation is all about…Community, Family, Spirituality, Harmony, Togetherness and Love. As we begin the New Year, let us celebrate together in SONG & LAUGHTER. Our GALA Continue Reading »
I am now sitting at my desk in my home putting together some of my thoughts as we approach the New Year. In the background, I can hear the tumult downstairs…June is starting to prepare for the holidays and as she finalizes the menu, she is taking stock of what she already has and putting Continue Reading »
I know this summer was very hot but it was a nice one. We will fondly remember the sizzling days of this past summer when we start to see the temperatures dip below 32 and see the snow falling. The most important thing is that we are healthy and together as a family. I would Continue Reading »
On the 1st day of Shavuot those of us who were in shul had the opportunity to witness our precious nursery school children on our Bima. Under the very talented direction of Robyn Rosenberg and some of her very capable teachers…Morah Irene, Morah Jaye, Morah Pazit & Morah Fiona…the children, ages 1½ to about 4 Continue Reading »
What a special time of the year at HHJC! Organizations are recognizing and paying tribute to those who passionately help! Our SIMCHA 2016 was a beautiful evening filled with tremendous love & togetherness. What ruach (spirit)! This year our honorees were…MARIS & STEWART BLECHNER, our “Couple of The Year”. They are an unbelievable team! No Continue Reading »
I want to share with all of you a very special event I recently took part in that I know you will appreciate. I had received a call from Uri Cohen, the Executive Director of Queens College Hillel, asking me if I would be part of a celebratory/fundraising event that they would be holding in Continue Reading »
Recently we experienced a very special weekend at HHJC. We shared a beautiful FRIDAY NIGHT SHABBAT ACROSS AMERICA. It was truly a unique happening filled with family, tradition, friendship & unity. There was such warmth radiating throughout our entire synagogue. Our Kabbalat Shabbat service was filled with prayer, spirituality & song. It was standing room Continue Reading »
“The Cantors Couch” IS A HIT! Jack is a warm & gracious performer. His emotions were felt by all as he spoke and sang about his life. Watching the show and hearing the audience’s reaction, I could feel every eye was on ‘Jackie’ eagerly waiting to see what would come next! This show is unique! Continue Reading »
Chanukah remembers the revolt and victory of the small army of Jews (the “Maccabees”), over the mighty reign of Antiochus, who occupied the Holy Land and seized the Temple. With the victory of our regaining control of the Temple, the rededication of the Temple took place. This itself was a miracle. But Chanukah is known Continue Reading »
