My kids are old enough to walk home from the bus alone. There is no rulebook that says this; I just decided it on my
Every January, many Americans have one thing in common: a commitment to exercise more in the new year. As adults, it is difficult for many
I am writing about a topic I was hoping I wouldn’t have to revisit, one that I had imagined was closed forever with the emancipation
A large portion of my day was spent imprisoned by a vortex of fuse beads. If you are not familiar with fuse beads, consider yourself
On the second Tuesday of every month, CareOne of Teaneck offers a caregiver support group. Led by Vivian Green Korner, who is a Dementia Care
For many people Chanukah is a non-stop party, with events and celebrations happening every night. Especially if you’re the host, it can feel a little
In the month between Thanksgiving and Chanukah, sometimes even the menschiest children can forget how grateful they are for what they have, as their Chanukah
People often identify Chanukah as their favorite holiday of the year because it’s festive and fun. It is a holiday enjoyed by friends and family
Well readers, as some of you have noticed it has been quite some time since I’ve had a piece published in the paper. The irony
After catching my breath after the Yom Tovim (is it sacrilegious to say, “Thank God they’re over?”), I would like to share my big innate
Part II Last month, we covered some local volunteer opportunities for the whole family — from children to grandparents — to brighten someone’s day. This
After enjoying decades of acclaim in the pages of The Jewish Press, the lovable, side-splitting tales from the legendary town of Chelm have recently been
