Two holidays. celebrated by two religions. Hanukkah, according to the Talmud, celebrates the restoration of the Second Temple of Jerusalem, where a day’s worth of oil burned for eight. Christmas, according to the Bible . . .
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12/14/23
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I grew up in a non-religious family, but it was always important to my parents that we knew we were Jews, and my family followed certain traditional rituals.
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By Alan Singer
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12/15/22
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New York saw a spike in hate crimes directed at the Jewish community toward the end of 2019 — during Hanukkah, of all times. It was particularly disturbing . . .
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1/2/20
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Nothing says “love” like fresh baked cookies and treats. The gift of homemade goodness is always welcome during the holiday season.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/29/18
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In Arabic-speaking and predominantly Muslim parts of the world, Christmas is known as Eid al Milad, or the Festival of the Birthday, referring to the birth of Christ. Although not an essential part of Muslim tradition . . .
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12/7/17
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Rabbi Andrew Warmflash offered his thoughts about Hanukkah, which is observed from Dec. 12 through 20 this year.
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12/6/17
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Give the gift of homemade goodness, by inviting friends and family over for some tasty holiday treats. Everyone can get in on the act and share their creations all around.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/30/17
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East Meadow Jewish Center congregants and community members were wowed by a performance by renowned pianist, recording artist, composer and arranger, Jeffrey Biegel, last week. EMJC leaders hosted …
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/18/15
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"This is the first time in 29 years that we’ve had warm weather,” Helen Meittinis, president of the Community Association of Stewart Avenue, joked on Dec. 10. She was speaking to a crowd …
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/18/15
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Scott Eckers has always been deeply involved in music. The 35-year-old East Meadow native said he received an excellent music education in the local schools, went on to sing a capella in college, and …
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/18/15
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