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Chanukah celebrations amid an antisemetic attack

Villages light up the night

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Residents in the Five Towns and Town of Hempstead attended the annual Colonial America themed holiday celebration at Rock Hall Museum. The historic estate welcomed guests on Dec. 7 to experience how the Martin family celebrated the New Year with friends and family. The museum is

adorned with greenery, garland, holly, red berries and will be lit exclusively by candlelight. Decorations will be up until Jan. 4. This year, the Holy Roamin’ Carolers provided entertainment with holiday songs and caroling in the halls of the museum. Along with holiday festivities, cookie

decorating, face painting and children’s activities. Amy Vacchio, museum director said the house looks fantastic candlelit and that it’s a pretty way to see Rock Hall.

“It’s like out of a picture,” she said. “It’s like a step back in time, it’s wonderful. Between the sounds, lights, colors and the season it’s just so pretty.” — Melissa Berman

Deadly antisemitic attack in Australia resonates in Five Towns

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By MELISSA BERMAN mberman@liherald.com

As Jewish communities around the world prepared to light the first candles of Hanukkah, a terrorist attack in Sydney, Australia, cast a shadow over the holiday, leaving 15 people dead and at least 32 injured, including a relative of a Rabbi Zalman Wolowik of the Chabad of the Five Towns, who remains in critical condition. The attack, which targeted members of the Jewish community, sent shockwaves through synagogues and Jewish institutions internationally, prompting vigils, prayers and renewed calls for unity and resilience as Hanukkah began. The tragedy struck close to home for some in the Five Towns. “I am very saddened by the horrific terrorist attack murdering 15 innocent victims and injuring 32,” Wolowik said. “Including my cousin, who is fighting for his life. We pray for all the injured to have a full, miraculous recovery. Our hearts go out to the affected families and the community in Sydney, Australia.” He emphasized that the message of Hanukkah — the triumph of light over darkness — takes on heightened meaning in moments of tragedy. Australian authorities said the attack was carried out by a lone assailant who targeted Jews in what officials have described as an act of terrorism motivated by hatred. The suspect was killed by

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Johnathan Glaubach, left, Simeon Glaubach, Rabbi Zalman Wolowik, of the Chabad of the Five Towns and Benjamin Brafman lit the menorah for the first night of Hanukkah amid the antisemitism in the world. police at the scene after officers responded to the violence. Investigators said the incident is being treated as an antisemitic attack, and federal and local law-enforcement agencies remain involved in the ongoing investigation. “We are taught that we are all one unit,” he said. “We will not only stay strong, but we will live the message of Chanukah: that light prevails over darkness. Every day we add an additional candle, lighting up the darkness.”

Local rabbis across Nassau County and the Five Towns urged residents not to retreat in fear, but to respond through public celebration, faith and community engagement. “Darkness will not win,” Rabbi Nochem Tenenboim of the Chabad of Hewlett said. “We will celebrate Chanukah. We respond with more light. Be a Maccabee.” Those killed ranged in age and background and included community mem-

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bers who had gathered in what was meant to be a safe, communal space. Officials have not yet released all of the victims’ names, pending family notifications, but Jewish leaders confirmed that among the dead was a rabbi widely known for his outreach and dedication to community service. Several of the injured remain hospitalized, some in critical condition. Community menorah lightings and Hanukkah events are continuing as planned, with additional security measures in place. Wolowik said these gatherings are intended not only as celebrations, but as statements of Jewish pride and perseverance. “With the Chanukah holiday beginning we hold profound sadness and deep pain in our hearts as we stand in solidarity with the Australian Jewish community,” Rabbi Galina Makaveyev of Temple Israel of Lawrence wrote in a statement. “When we light the candles of the chanukiyah, the flames inspire us that even in darkness, our response must be courage, commitment and pride.” Wolowik also expressed gratitude to county and town officials and law enforcement for heightened security efforts, while reaffirming hope that the holiday’s message will resonate far beyond this moment. “We pray that very soon darkness will be transformed into ultimate light,” Wolowik added. “Beginning with the holiday of Chanukah.”

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HAFTR High School athletes attend Auburn experience By MELISSA BERMAN More than 100 Jewish high school students from across the country, including a delegation from the Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway High School, took part in a three-day leadership and cultural exchange program at Auburn University, in Alabama. The trip was organized by Athletes For Israel, a nonprofit organization that uses sports and athletic leadership to foster education, Jewish pride and community engagement. From Nov. 17 to 19, students from HAFTR’s girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams toured Auburn University’s athletic facilities and met with Auburn men’s basketball coach Bruce Pearl and head coach Steven Pearl. Seniors Olivia Weinrib and Mathew Vaysman have both been playing basketball since they were little and throughout their HAFTR career. “We went to Auburn to experience what the Jewish life is around there,” Vaysman said. “We’re very grateful to Bruce Pearl for making this experience possible.” Vaysman was the all-star player of the Auburn Invitational Athletes for Israel Experience and recommends basketball for all kids growing up. “Basketball is a way to have fun with my friends and become part of a team

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Students in HAFTR’s girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams toured Auburn University through Athletes for Israel, on Nov. 17 to 19. that could last a long time,” he said. “Growing up with the same guys on the team and forming a connection with them has allowed me to make many connections.” The group attended Auburn men’s and women’s basketball games against Jackson State and Georgia State and spoke with players from both teams about athletics, leadership and campus life. Weinrib said her favorite part of the trip was watching practice and seeing how everything is run from the inside. “On the last night we went to a game,” she said. “It was cool to see the atmosphere in the school.” Weinrib was the first recipient of the

Bruce Pearl Impact Award for her involvement in raising awareness for Israel. “Basketball is a way of bringing people together,” Weinrib said. “Not only do you make friends with the people on your team, but on tournaments you hang out with other teams because of the sport.” One highlight of the weekend was “Bagels with Bruce,” a discussion hosted in partnership with Auburn Hillel, where Bruce Pearl spoke with students about leadership, identity and advocacy. Pearl, who has been outspoken on issues affecting the Jewish community, answered students’ questions and shared his experiences as a coach and public figure.

Daniel Posner, chairman and founder of Athletes For Israel, said the Auburn visit highlighted how sports can serve as a platform for leadership development and community engagement. “Over three days, students built relationships, participated in service, and connected with leaders who emphasize pride, resilience and responsibility,” Posner said. He started Athletes for Israel six years ago and knew they needed to reach hundreds of millions of people who are miseducated on Israel. “I thought the best way to do that was through something that bridges the gap and that’s through sports,” he said. “Sports is something that enables you to get beyond that echo chamber and it doesn’t matter your religion or skin color. It unifies people and bridges gaps.” Beyond athletics, the program emphasized service and connection. Students participated in local community service projects, including packing food and supply boxes for people experiencing homelessness, spending time with children with special needs, and supporting area nonprofit organizations. “The goal for the Auburn experience is not about playing basketball,” Posner said. “It’s about learning and being educated about how to be an activist for Israel. It’s about leadership and how do we connect to people outside our small bubble through sports.”

Holiday party jumpstarts Hewlett-Woodmere festivities By AIDAN WARSHAVSKY awarshavsky@liherald.com

Held indoors due to extreme temperatures, Ogden Elementary students and their families found the warmth on Dec. 9 for a night of holiday fun, including a light show and interactive activities. Placed in charge of organizing the event, PTA President Kristina Aronshtein explained that her favorite part is bringing the whole community together. “Its an opportunity to represent all the holidays for the kids that attend Ogden,” she said. “It’s not just for one holiday. It’s for winter as a whole.” The night kicked off with a mini light show, which took place in the school’s gymnasium. Winter-themed inflatable decorations – snowmen, reindeer, and Santa – and signs with holiday-themed messages littered the path. In the school’s auditorium, students enjoyed the holidays with hot chocolate and a cookie decorating station. Children displayed their creative skills with frosting, sprinkles, and Hershey Kisses. The Hewlett High School Theater Department performed a skit titled “Sneezie the Snowman,” in which a snowman attempting to warm up on the holidays melts after drinking some hot chocolate. Students took advantage of the decorative strips of paper on the walls, giving them an opportunity to write messages on the school walls “It was very interesting to watch,” Principal Nicola Lynch said. “A lot of

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Ogden families like Giselle Kanfer, left, Masha Naboka and Skylar Kanfer enjoyed a night under the lights at this year’s holiday party. them are writing very positive messages about how much they love their school.” During the holiday season, students had the opportunity to embark on a cultural project. Tasked with discovering more about their family history, students partnered up with fellow classmates, as well as members of other classes to share their findings. “It was amazing that students found

The holiday party included a mini light show—an experience mirroring the popular dive-thru light shows. they could connect with different students that they never met before based on their similarities of their culture,” Lynch said. Also as part of the winter festivities, Ogden will welcome the High School Music Department for their “chorale tour,” singing familiar holiday tunes. Families had the opportunity to sign up for $20, and walk-ins were accepted for an additional $5. The money will go toward future events at the school as they look to further fun opportunities for students. Both Aronshtein and Lynch, who

began serving the Ogden community in their respective roles before 2024, see the opportunity as a community builder. Aronshtein, whose children are in the Hewlett-Woodmere school system, said the moment meant “a lot for her” saying the opportunity to host the event was “not just for [her] kids, but for their friends and the entire community.” “The holiday lights is a long standing tradition at Ogden. Its something that brings our community together,” Lynch said. “No matter what holiday you celebrate, you are able to come here and feel like its home.”

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The power of giving, in every season

s the holiday season reaches its peak, reminders of generosity surround us. Yet beneath the glow of holiday lights lies a reality we cannot overlook: The needs our neighbors face do not disappear when the calendar turns to January. Toy drives spill over with brightly decorated packages waiting to be delivered to children who might otherwise go without, and food donations are stacked high at local pantries, arriving just in time to help families struggling to put meals on the table. Across long Island, community groups, places of worship and nonprofits mobilize volunteers and resources to make the season a bit warmer and brighter for those facing hardship. These efforts showcase the best of who we are. When people give — not because they must, but because they care — they reveal the true strength of community. But hunger doesn’t take a winter vacation. Unemployment, illness, unstable housing and financial strain don’t wait for the next holiday season to return. Families who rely on food pantries in December will still need support in the spring and throughout

the year. Young people seeking stability, guidance and opportunity can’t put their challenges on hold until the next wave of donated toys arrives. The organizations that step up so visibly during the holidays are working tirelessly well beyond them. A community that invests in its children — consistently, intentionally and all year long — creates pathways to hope that last a lifetime. Food banks, youth centers, shelters, churches and community organizations depend on steady support to continue their vital work. Together they form a safety net, but each strand of that net requires reinforcement. Donations of food, toys, clothing, money and time aren’t simply seasonal gestures. They are essential tools that allow these groups to respond quickly when new needs arise, or when crises strike without warning. Year-round giving strengthens that safety net. It ensures that food pantries have enough supplies in the slower months, when contributions often dwindle. It allows youth programs to sustain mentorship and recreation long after the holiday volunteers go home. It gives shelters the flexibility to sup-

port families beyond the seasonal surge. As the holidays encourage us to reflect on gratitude, connection and generosity, this moment offers an opportunity to broaden our understanding of giving. Your contribution, whether it’s a toy, a can of soup, money or a few hours of volunteer work, can lift a family through a difficult week. It can motivate a teenager to stay focused on school. As you think about where and how to give during this festive season, consider extending that generosity into the months that follow. Support a food pantry in February. Volunteer at a youth center in April. Donate to a shelter in July. Share your ideas with community groups that need fresh perspectives and helping hands. Giving is powerful in every season, and your commitment can help build a foundation of hope, compassion and opportunity that lasts all year long. Community is not built in a single season. It is built day by day, through acts of kindness large and small. If you have a favorite charity, please give year-round. If you don’t, please find one. And with your continued generosity, that community can grow stronger than ever.

LEttER to tHE EDitoR It was Mamdani who brought new energy to Carville’s message To the Editor: In his column “Those who ignore James Carville face oblivion” in last week’s issue, Jerry Kremer rightly cites Democratic Party guru James Carville as touting a message — “It’s the economy, stupid” — that Democrats (and Republicans) ignore at their electoral peril.

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cratic primary and the November general election by hammering on issues related to “affordability.” Other Democratic pols — and a growing number of Republicans — have since echoed his theme (also without crediting Mamdani). Come on, Jerry. How about giving credit where credit is due? Or are you too locked into a traditionalist political mindset to acknowledge the electoral success of a 34-year-old democratic socialist?

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By JORDAN VALLONE SIBSPlace, in partnership with Molloy University, hosted its 20th annual Hoops for Hope Basketball Fundraiser. SIBSPlace is a support program for children ages 5 to 17, sponsored by Mount Sinai South Nassau. The program provides free support to children with siblings with cancer or another devastating medical diagnosis, a parent with a cancer diagnosis, or to children coping with the death of a sibling or parent. SIBSPlace, based in Rockville Centre, is an affiliate of Mount Sinai South Nassau based in Oceanside. Hoops for Hope, which started as a high school fundraiser led by Bill Dubin, has expanded over the years to include various local schools. The basketball tournament on Dec. 6 showcased local varsity teams from Bethapage, Oceanside, Malverne, East Rockaway, Valley Stream Central, Seaford, Sewanhaka and Hempstead. Participating in this year’s game was Valley Stream Central twin brothers and former SIBSPlace program participants, Jaiya and Julian Vera, now in 11th-grade. The Vera brothers had taken a leadership role in promoting the game and raising awareness for SIBSPlace. The games were sponsored by the Peninsula Kiwanis Cllub, the original

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Basketball players for local high school communities participated in Hoops for Hope, which benefits SIBSPlace, in partnership with Molloy University. and longest continual sponsor of the event. Between games, the Peninsula Kiwanis presented a $2,000 check to SIBSPlace, further supporting the organization’s vital mission. “The dedication of Coach Bill Dubin and our local Nassau County high schools over the years has been instrumental in advancing our mission through community events that raise both awareness and critical funding for families facing unimaginable challenges,” said Joanna Formont, executive Drirector of SIBSPlace said in a release. “The generosity and compassion these young athletes demonstrate will directly impact the lives of children and families we serve across Long Island, including some of their own peers and neighbors.”

At the last game of the afternoon, Hempstead squared off against Sewanhaka.

Hoops for Hope is a cornerstone of fundraising for SIBSPlace, raising more than $15,000 annually for the nonprofit organization. Funds are generated through ticket sales and donations that support critical programs that provide mental health care to children and families throughout Nassau County. “The gym was packed with energy, teamwork and heart as we came together to spread awareness and support SIBSPlace,” SIBSPlace wrote on Instagram. “A huge shoutout to Molloy University for their continued support of our mission. And a big thank you to the Peninsula Kiwanis and all of the high schools, coaches, and players who showed up with enthusiasm and gave it everything on the court. You made this day unforgettable.”

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Merry Christmas to the people of God bitter experience of rejection. The Evangelist Luke tells how Joseph and Mary, who was about to give birth, arrived in Bethlehem, and then adds, poignantly, that ‘there was no place for them in the inn’ (Luke 2:7). Jesus was born in humble surroundings and laid in a manger; then, to save him from being killed, they fled to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15). At the dawn of his public ministry, after announcing in the synagogue of Nazareth that the year of grace, which would bring joy to the poor was fulfilled in him, he was driven out of town (Luke 4:l430). He died as an outcast, led out of Jerusalem to be crucified (Mark 15:22). Indeed, that is how Jesus’ poverty is best described: he experienced the same exclusion that is the lot of the poor, the outcast of society. Jesus is a manifestation of this privilegium pauperum.

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Reverend John O. Barres He presented himself to the world not only as a poor Messiah, but also the Messiah of and for the poor.”

Before these words of Pope Leo, we recall the wonderful truth: Christ became poor so that we who are poor might

become rich (Cor. 8:9). This is the good news of Christmas. We are not alone. We are not left to ourselves. A Savior has come - Christ the Lord. As we celebrate the Christmas season, we remember with Pope Leo that “Christian holiness often flourishes in the most forgotten and wounded places of humanity.” How beautifully the followers of Christ have responded to the cry of the poor and looked with love upon the most vulnerable among us. As we rejoice in Christ’s Birth, we renew our commitment to love others as he has loved us. On Dec. 28, at the Cathedral of Saint Agnes, on the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we will conclude our Jubilee Year of Hope. We thank both Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV for igniting hope within our families, the global mission of the

Church, and the human family, and we contemplate the light and grace that radiates from the refugee Holy Family and that radiates to every family. Our Catholic biblical and sacramental worship, especially at the Catholic Mass, focuses and ignites both our global mission to the poor and our humble openness to being evangelized by the poor, the treasures of our Church. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your families! May the Light and love of the Christ Child animate and guide our global Catholic missionary spirit this Christmas and throughout the New Year. Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend John O. Barres Bishop of Rockville Centre The Most Reverend John O. Barres is the Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre.

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Throughout this year, we have marked many significant milestones in the life of the Church leading us to the Lord’s Nativity and this holy season of Christmas, most especially the passing of Pope Francis at Easter and the election of Pope Leo XIV in May. What a gift it has been to walk these months with our new Holy Father, to learn from his teaching, and witness his example. On Oct. 4, the Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi, Pope Leo released his first Apostolic Exhortation, “Di/exit Te - I Have Loved You.” It is a profound meditation on love for the poor and speaks powerfully to the mystery of the Lord’s Birth and the grace of this season. The Holy Father reminds us: “The Gospel shows us that poverty marked every aspect of Jesus’ life. From the moment he entered the world, Jesus knew the

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For the fourth consecutive year, Mount Sinai South Nassau is High Performing in Maternity Care.

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