Make, Take, Bake Join adults and children of all ages as we mix, roll, and fill hamentaschen from scratch. Share the mitzvah of mishloach manot on Purim as you make a batch to donate to a family in need and one to keep for your own family. When? Sunday, March 8, 2020 | 10:30 am … Continued
On Sunday, November 24, 2019, a Gala Concert Celebration, “A Salute to Israel,” was performed by four Cantors at Queens College LeFrak Concert Hall. The concert was in memory of world-renowned Cantor/Dr/Maestro Dr. Mordechai Sobul Z”L. The performers were Cantor Sol Zim, Cantor Raphael Frieder, Cantor Shai Abramson, and Maestro Ofir Sobol. They were accompanied … Continued
“What Is a Traditional Ashkenazic Rosh Hashanah Dinner Meal?” Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a two-day holiday filled with rejuvenating foods, rituals, and prayers. During this time, Jews reflect on themselves, who they are, where they may have fallen short, and things they can do to honor their faith and return to a … Continued
“What is the Yizkor Service?” Yizkor, which translates to “remembrance” is a special Jewish memorial service and prayer to honor the deceased. It is most commonly said for a parent, child, sibling or spouse, but can also be recited for any relative or close friend. With the belief that the soul is eternal, participating in … Continued
KNEAD a Difference. Make, Take, Bake! Enjoy a Rosh Hashanah Challah bake on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Commonpoint Queens. Join women of all ages to mix, knead, and braid challah from scratch. Share the gift of Rosh Hashanah warmth with those in need. Make two for you and donate one to a family in … Continued
On June 27, 2019, the Kupferberg Holocaust Center at Queensborough College hosted “Minor Miracles”, a show by Susan Winter, sponsored in part by Michael and Debbie Resnick of Sinai Chapels. Susan Winter is an award-winning cabaret maven who has appeared in famed New York City venues such as the Algonquin’s Oak Room, Feinstein’s 54 Below … Continued
“Taking a Deeper Look into the Tribes of Israel” The Twelve Tribes of Israel are descendants of the twelve sons of Jacob, who was later called Israel. Reform Jews do not believe that any congregation should have a different type of status compared to another. However, for Conservative and Orthodox Jews, the very foundation of … Continued
“Can You be Buried in a Jewish Cemetery with Tattoos?” Tattoos. Body ink. Body art. These are uncommon words in Jewish culture because there is a belief among many Jewish people that one cannot be buried in a Jewish cemetery if they have a tattoo. This belief is purely a myth. While the Torah states … Continued
“Why Jewish Mourners Cover Mirrors And Sit On Low Stools?” Considered one of the oldest monotheistic religions in the world, Judaism is rich in history with time-honored rites and rituals passed down for centuries including those practiced during the time of mourning known as shiva. The traditions observed during shiva help those left behind deal … Continued
The 1993 film Schindler’s List portrayed the story of a German businessman who saves the lives of hundreds of Jews during World War II. A scene at the end of the film depicts the surviving group of people Schindler saved from Nazi persecution (the “Schindler Jews”) each paying their respects for him by placing a … Continued
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