Bergenfield’s Ohr HaTorah Under Contract to Purchase Neighboring Building
Bergenfield’s Congregation Ohr HaTorah, under the guidance of their Rav and YU Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky, has entered into a contract with the property owners of 26-28 Rector Court, next door to their current property. The new property, which currently houses a duplex residence, is the third-largest lot in Bergenfield. With approximately 130 full member and affiliate families, Ohr HaTorah has grown steadily since its inception almost 10 years ago, offering a range of youth programming, scholars-in-residence, speakers, women’s events and learning opportunities. To learn more about the shul’s expansion, there will be an open meeting on Sunday, March 22, at 8 p.m. at 36 Rector Court.
Musical Mommy and Me Pesach Experience
Sing your way through Pesach prep and dance on out of Mitzrayim at Congregation Beth Tefillah (452 Forest Ave, Paramus) in a “Mommy and me” Pesach experience. Sunday morning, March 22nd 9:30-10:30 geared to 2.5-7-year-olds and their moms. RSVP required—space is limited. Email: [email protected] to reserve your spot.
Beth Abraham in Bergenfield to Host Community Security Event
The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, together with the Bergenfield Police Department, will host a workshop on “Faith-Based Security and Preparedness” at Congregation Beth Abraham, 396 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield, on March 19 at 7:30 p.m. The event is designed to prepare residents to remain vigilant on dangers to the community that may threaten houses of worship. Organizers including Councilwoman Ora Kornbluth and Zoning Board Chairman Shimmy Stein, hope to educate and prepare citizens to be aware of and deter potential crimes and open lines of communication with emergency responders. A Q&A session will follow the workshop. Visit http://www.njhomelandsecurity.gov.
Chaya R. Gorsetman: Educating in the Divine Image Gender
Kaplen JCC, Wed., March 18, 7:30 p.m., Free.
How do gender issues influence the education of Jewish children attending day schools? Find out when Chaya R. Gorsetman discusses her book, which examines single-sex verses coed schooling, dress codes, sex education and other topics that shape identities.
Gorsetman, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Education and Co-chair of the Education Department at Stern College for Women of Yeshiva University.
Co-sponsored with the James H. Grossmann Memorial Jewish Book Month.
Project Ezrah Delivers by Sled
In a wintry wonderland, Project Ezrah’s volunteers helped deliver 7000 packets of M’Shloach Manot on Chag Purim HaSheleg! The Purim Packet project, from wrapping to delivering, could not be completed without the many community volunteers who have embraced Project Ezrah’s concept of sending M’Shloach Manot, ensuring that the organization’s clients receive substantial gifts of Matanos L’Evyonim on Purim Day.
Jay Leno Says Israel Needs Much Better PR
“I don’t understand how Israel is the bad guy here,” former Tonight Show host Jay Leno said in an interview with The Associated Press last week, referring to Israeli-Palestinian relations. “It doesn’t make any sense to me.” The host added that Israel needs some serious help in the PR department because it seems to have “the worst PR in the world.” Leno will return to Israel in June to host the award ceremony for the second annual Genesis Prize, which he hosted last year. Leno said he was thrilled to be invited back, comparing the warm welcome he received last year to a raucous Italian wedding. Maybe he should meet with some people from Hasbarah while he’s there?
