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There aren’t many issues in the political realm that I feel strongly enough to write about and advocate for, but voting is one of them. A little more than two years ago, I wrote … more

Fran Ostendorf | 10/28/16

Finding community in food

The holidays often start with food. It brings us together to share bread and conversation and memories. My inbox has as many emails concerning seasonal food as it does those explaining customs, … more

Fran Ostendorf | 10/13/16

Fall and the holidays are a good time to reflect on the cycle of life

I love this time of year. The holidays signal the change of seasons, as do warm days and cool nights. A certain rhythm returns to daily life after a summer filled with long days, vacations and all … more

Fran Ostendorf | 9/29/16

Hope for a happy year

This is the season of new beginnings. Before you know it, the year will change and it will be 5777. The days leading up to that change are a time to do a little reflecting on life. … more

Fran Ostendorf | 9/16/16

Keeping the discourse civil in our own community

Are you weary of the political campaign? Many people are. But just as many seem to relish the national debate, as down and dirty as it may get. It feels as if the country has been embroiled … more

Fran Ostendorf | 9/1/16

How about that weather – are you melting?

Those lazy days of summer really are hazy this year. Seems like we’ve been suffering with the infamous Triple H – hazy, hot and humid – for days now. And while I’m not … more

Fran Ostendorf | 8/19/16

A trip down memory lane

I am often asked by readers about my summer plans. After all, The Voice takes a publishing break during July. Usually, I avoid the question. The paper may be “on vacation,” … more

Fran Ostendorf | 8/4/16

When will the wheels stop spinning?

Five years ago, then-editor of The Jewish Voice Nancy Kirsch wrote a moving editor’s column about the Newtown, Connecticut, school shootings. Her column came to mind after … more

Fran Ostendorf | 6/24/16

Musings in June

I’m a worrier. You name it, I worry about it. Honestly, if there isn’t something to worry about in my life, I will find something. Or, I can find something in yours. I want to say this … more

Fran Ostendorf | 6/9/16

Hillel incident could fuel more hate – or become a learning opportunity

The last few weeks have featured a number of important commemorations in the Jewish calendar. Yom ha-Shoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) was followed by Yom ha-Zikaron (Day of Remembrance for the … more

Fran Ostendorf | 5/27/16