In 1885, “The Matzah Queen” Regina Horowitz Margareten baked her first batch of commercial matzot to sell in her family grocery store on New York’s Willett Street. In an interview, Regina later wrote, “I lit the fires, worked the dough, …
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Toby Rossner
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4/10/14
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JTA – We had just closed our Haggadahs to begin the dinner portion of the Passover Seder when the conversation abruptly, yet not surprisingly, turned to my singlehood.
There is a curiosity to some about a single, childless woman in her early …
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Melanie Notkin
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4/10/14
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Every year families all over the world unite to enjoy the Seder. While calling all members of the family together may feel like the ingathering of the exiles, it is the laughter and discussion held around the table that all will remember for years …
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Rachel Stern Siegman
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4/10/14
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If you’re fortunate enough to receive a refund this tax season, it’s time to think about sensible uses for the extra income so, as Grandpa used to say, “it doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket.”
The smartest thing to do with a little …
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StatePoint
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4/10/14
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Buying or leasing a vehicle is an exciting decision. For many consumers, it’s the first “big ticket” item they acquire. Knowing what to expect before making this important financial commitment will help you feel confident about your decision …
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StatePoint
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4/10/14
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Dr. Paige Plumb’s pet tzedakah project is just that. She is a veterinarian who treats the pets of people who cannot afford to pay standard prices. Animal rescue groups, social service agencies and standard pay clinics also refer patients to her. …
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Naomi Geller Lipsky
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4/10/14
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Gallery (401) housed at the Dwares JCC will present a local artists exhibition. This show, opening April 17, highlights the diversity and rich talent of our arts community, featuring eight Jewish Rhode Island artists. They range in age from early …
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Erin Moseley
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4/10/14
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On April 2, a new student began school in the second grade at Providence Hebrew Day School (PHDS); while every student is special, this student’s arrival heralded a milestone for PHDS. Binyamin Cohen and his family moved from Israel to …
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Miriam Esther Weiner
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4/10/14
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The 60 women who attended the Women’s Alliance Rosh Hodesh program on April 1 were eager to hear from Michelle Dardashti, the new associate chaplain of the university for the Jewish community at Brown and rabbi of Brown RISD Hillel. Rabbi …
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Trine Lustig
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4/10/14
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Why is this night different from all other nights?
It’s the question asked at every Passover Seder – usually by the youngest person at the table.
On April 4, at a model Seder sponsored by Jewish Family Service (JFS) and held at Temple Am …
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Kara Marziali
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4/10/14
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