Issue 287 by The Boro Park View

IS STAYING HOME THE BEST OPTION FOR SENIORS?

By Berel Leifer, CEO, Prompt Care Management

By Rachel Cynamon, Community Advocate, Hamaspik HomeCare

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INBOX

MEDICAL ALERT

(Re: No More Allergies, Inbox, Issue 285)

As a mother of a child with seasonal allergies, I enjoyed following the articles and letters on this topic. However, I was taken aback at last week’s letter regarding the use of Singulair/montelukast, which is a commonly prescribed medication that prevents many allergic reactions. Having used this medication for my son, I was surprised when I was told by my NYU pulmonologist that there is a black label warning on this medication because using it can have many dangerous side effects, and that I should discontinue use immediately, which I did. Although my child’s seasonal allergies were much worse that year, it led us to get to the root of the issue instead of just suppressing his immune system. Weekly allergy shots worked well for him as it does for many others.

Mothers, remember that you are your child’s best (and only) advocate! Of course, you should never stop your child’s medication without discussing it with your doctor first.

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SUCCESSFUL CHEESECAKES

(Re: Showstopper Cheesecakes, Issue 285)

Not every recipe in every magazine can be replicated by home cooks as beautifully and simply as the recipe claims, but your recipes are consistently reliable and delicious. Nowhere is this more important than with expensive meats… and cheesecakes. I’m happy to report that your cheesecake recipes were super successful this year.

Yasher koach!

RESPONSIBLE FICTION

(Re: Yiddish Comic Serial, Issue 285)

A Happy Home Cook

I’m disappointed by the Yiddish comics. We shouldn’t be glorifying Yiddishe children spying on others. I’m sure none of your readers want their children to imitate the heroes in these stories.

You have a tremendous responsibility in printing content for impressionable young children. Please be more sensitive.

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THANK YOU FOR SAFETY

(Re: Strap on for Safety, Issue 283)

Thank you for organizing the helmet-wearing contest for kids. My fouryear-old now eagerly grabs his helmet with a big smile each day! No more need for persuasion or pleading. I hope his enthusiasm lasts, but for now, I’m relieved knowing he’s as safe as an energetic boy can be. A Grateful Mother

PIZZA PARTY

(Re: Pining for Pizza, Issue 282)

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Just a note to say that we really enjoyed the three pizza recipes you printed. They featured prominently at my sister’s bas mitzvah party!

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(Re: Growing Survey, Your Say, Issue 275)

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YOUR SAY

THE SANDWICH GENERATION

I’m writing to shed light on a struggle many of us quietly face — the delicate balance of being part of the “sandwich generation.” As adult children of aging parents, many of us find ourselves stretched between the needs of our own families and the increasing care required by our parents. In our case, our parent is experiencing health challenges that limit mobility and independence.

My siblings and I have set up a rotation to share the responsibilities. Each time one of us visits, we’re met

with a list of tasks — many of which we wouldn’t even do in our own homes.

There’s also a deeper layer of emotional fatigue when it feels as if the expectations haven’t adjusted to reality. Our parent insists on using real dishes (knowing we’ll wash them) and prepares food in quantities and with expenses that don’t align with today’s needs — or financial realities. At times, we worry the desire to stay active is overriding medical guidance or common sense.

This letter isn’t a complaint; it’s a plea for advice. For others in this position, how do we strike a balance between honoring our parents and protecting our physical and emotional resources? Where is the line between support and sacrifice?

Thank you for offering space to discuss these real, complex situations. I hope this opens a conversation that benefits not just caregivers, but aging parents as well.

A Concerned Caregiver

NEEDS AND WANTS

I want to bring up a topic that affects many Yiddishe girls and families, especially in these financially difficult times. There is tremendous pressure between girls and young women to wear brand-name clothing and accessories, which fall under the category of true “mosros.” We all know it’s nonsense, particularly when they’re all manufactured in China by the same manufacturer (I’m in the fashion/ manufacturer business, so I know this to be true).

The cure here is for parents to convey their priorities with clarity and strength. Giving in to these “needs” will not make anyone more successful, popular or talented. If we build our children with resilience and true selfworth, they will be successful — and if we don’t, no amount of brand-name clothing will help.

May Hashem help us that we should be able to see the emes always.

Thanks for publishing this letter.

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WHAT HOUSEHOLD CHANGES DO YOU MAKE IN YOUR HOUSE WITH THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING?

A whopping 52% of respondents mentioned DINNER in their replies. Whether it was preparing lighter and simpler meals, avoiding the kitchen as much as possible or serving meals outdoors, meal prep and serving obviously take a central role in the lives of mommies everywhere.

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25% PUT THEIR CHILDREN TO BED

much later than they normally do during the winter months.

On Sunday, I make lots of dishes for supper and freeze them so I can take out and enjoy a nutritious meal every night of the week without standing in the kitchen every single day.

I take it easy with supper. We either grill, or I prepare something quick in the morning so we can spend the afternoon outdoors.

We go away for the summer, so that’s the best time to do home renovations, if needed. One year we painted the entire house, while another year we changed the front door.

We organize the freezer and stuff it with delicious ice creams and ices.

Approximately 18% of respondents mentioned LOVING THE MANY LONG HOURS OUTDOORS, while 5% of readers actually DISLIKE THE

SUMMER

due to the varied challenges that come along with spending lots of time outdoors.

I bathe my kids every single night during the summer months.

We leave the windows open all day and get a beautiful breeze.

In the summer, I make fruit smoothies, iced coffee and buy lots of freeze pops.

Some household changes happen by themselves: dinner gets served later (because “My friends are waiting outside for me so I’m not hungry yet”), bedtime is later (you know why), and mommy washes freezers and floors and doorknobs more often (ices, anyone?). Don’t we all love the summer?

A summer rule: Ices can only be eaten at the kitchen table or outside.

Summer brings with it a slower, lesspressured pace. I let my kids get wet and dirty with wholesome outdoor fun. Supper is more casual and often served outdoors. Finally, bedtime is later, and in general, we let go of the more rigid year-round schedule.

No changes at all. With an office job and two little ones, nothing really changes during the summer.

Supper happens outdoors! When the weather’s great (or even if it’s a bit chilly or rainy), you can find us outside. And it doesn’t hurt that there’s usually company for the moms, too.

I can finally enjoy my porch. I clean it from the leaves and dirt that the winter left behind and hang up a hammock for the kids to relax on.

A household change I make is that I don’t take out my kitchen pots all summer long.

From Pesach until summer comes, I make double dinners and freeze the second half. Once the summer comes around, whether I’m in the mountains or in the city, dinner is done and I’m on vacation.

This isn’t as hard as it sounds. I make fresh soup every Monday for dinner. The leftovers are divided and frozen. When breading cutlets, I’d bread two packs instead of one, and the same goes for marinating any poultry. If I’m making pizza, I’ll roll out all the dough and freeze ready pizza pie crusts. Once I’m in the kitchen, I prefer staying there ten minutes longer than spending a full day stocking my freezer, which is exhausting.

Bedtime happens way too late, because how can I get the little ones into bed when it’s still bright and sunny outdoors?

My older kids are in camp, which means that there’s significantly less maintenance and laundry, so I cut down on cleaning help and do laundry less frequently. I also make easier and lighter suppers instead of regular chicken-based suppers.

Summer with four little children means a changed daily schedule. Instead of doing my housework and then going out with the little ones as I’d do in the winter, my schedule is as follows: I send off the older ones to day camp, then run back into the house, deliberately ignoring the unmade beds and breakfast dishes. Then I get myself and my little ones dressed and go out for a stroll with them, picking up groceries or anything else I need while we’re out. This way, we enjoy the coolest part of the morning, and by 11:30, we’re back home. I put the little ones in for naps, and then I make beds, wash dishes and put up supper. If there’s any time left, I have a quiet breakfast on my own.

Pretty soon, it’s time to go outside and greet the returning older children. This is the only way to beat the heat in the summer days, get something done and not feel cooped up at home.

We usually do free or cheap family trips on Fridays (if we’re staying home for Shabbos). This includes trips like visits to a park, taking the ferry or biking. It breaks up the day for everyone — parents included — in a really nice and fun way. Both the kids and the adults have the best memories of our summer trips.

I try to cook picnicfriendly suppers so we can eat in the local park.

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PARSHAS NASO

Bracha and Shemira

Y. Levenstein

In this week’s parsha, we are blessed with the mitzvah of Birchas Kohanim. Hashem tells Moshe Rabbeinu to tell Aharon and his sons to bentsch Klal Yisroel with the timeless bracha, “ Yevarechecha Hashem v’yishmerecha — May Hashem bentsch you and watch over you…” ( Bamidbar 6:23–24).

Rashi says that “yevarechecha” refers to being blessed with money, and “v’yishmerecha” refers to protection over that money, that it shouldn’t be taken from us.

Why does the pasuk first speak of the abundance and then of the protection? It would seem more fitting to first receive protection over the possessions we already have, and then receive the blessing of more!

IT WAS A MILD DAY, mid-March, but Nosson was sweating as if it were the heat of August. Where could it be? He had looked everywhere, but his wallet was nowhere to be found. Inside was his driver’s license, ID, health insurance card, and of course several credit and debit cards. He really needed to find his wallet.

“Amar Rabi Binyamin…” Nosson muttered as he looked through his night table drawer for the seventh time. He checked his suit, his pants, the kitchen counter — any place he may have put his wallet down for a moment — again and again. It was useless.

Then his kids got involved. The house was turned upside down as the expanded search-and-rescue team combed

through increasingly unlikely places to find the elusive wallet.

Nosson dreaded having to cancel all his credit cards and reset all his monthly automatic debits — not to mention the hassle at the DMV to reissue his license. He felt like a classic shlemazel

“One minute,” his wife called out. “Did you check the car?”

The car. Nosson never removed his wallet in the car, but desperation pushed him out the door and into the driver’s seat. He looked in every nook and cranny. He found a water bottle, tissues and empty wrappers, but no wallet. The glove compartment? Unlikely. He hadn’t opened it in a while, and for good reason. It was crammed with papers and junk, and Nosson never had the patience to go through it all. But now, he yanked it open and pulled out a pile so large it was amazing that everything had actually fit inside. A receipt from the dentist, a copy of his brother’s passport, a note asking a teacher for early dismissal…

Then there was a plain white sealed envelope. Nosson tore it open and found a paper with his chavrusa’s name on it, along with a check. Suddenly, the memories came back. It was a few months before, during COVID, just when the yungerleit began coming back to kollel. The rosh kollel had distributed bonus checks, funded by a donor who wanted to help out during those stressful times. Since Nosson’s chavrusa wasn’t there, Nosson took his envelope and promised to give

Then there was a plain white sealed envelope. Nosson tore it open

This would be embarrassing. If the check was expired, his friend would no longer benefit from it

it to him. Apparently, he had stuffed it into the glove compartment and forgotten about it.

How could I have forgotten? Nosson chided himself. This would be embarrassing. If the check was expired, his friend would no longer benefit from it. There was no way he could reach out to that anonymous donor now, half a year later, and ask for a new check.

Nosson turned the check over and inspected it well. Tomorrow would be six months from the date on the check! That meant it was just hours from expiring. What hashgacha! Nosson quickly dialed his chavrusa and let him know about his windfall. Instead of a Tishrei Yom Tov bonus, it would be a Pesach Yom Tov bonus. He apologized profusely and offered to bring the check to his house.

Then, still feeling relief that he had been able to reverse his mistake and help his friend just in the nick of time, Nosson returned to his house. The missing wallet was completely erased from his mind.

Just as he turned the doorknob, he heard a cry. “I found it!” The wallet had been located in quite an unlikely spot — in the baby’s crib.

Over the last half-year, Hakadosh Baruch Hu watched over that envelope, eventually causing a family to turn over their house and search for something else — all so that the check would be discovered at just the right time.

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The Ohr Hachaim Hakadosh explains that Hashem deliberately began with the blessing of abundance and followed with the blessing of protection, because Hashem sends the shemirah according to the value of the bracha. The more bracha, the greater the shemirah He sends.

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TOBY TANNENBAUM, LCSW

QI have a wonderful fifteen-year-old daughter. She does well in school and helps around the house. However, she’s very easily influenced by those around her. She feels the incessant need to have whatever new thing “everyone” has — the brand-name sweatshirt, the latest fashionable accessory and the trendy skirt. Not only is it a big strain on our family budget, but it also creates a lot of strain between us. I try to raise my children with the value of pashtus and histapkus b’muat, but she doesn’t seem to have integrated that message. Any advice?

— Kreindy

ADear Kreindy,

I get it. The struggle is real. You want your daughter to know and understand where your priorities lie, and what really matters in life. At the same time, you hear and understand the pressure to be like “everyone else.” It’s hard to balance fitting in with those around you and being able to stand apart. The courage to remain firm, stay true to your values and be different is a struggle for adults, and even more so for teenagers.

As human beings, we have the innate need for connection. For adolescents, the fulfillment of that need comes not only through parents and siblings, but from peers — who feel more important to a teenager than family connection. Ac-

cording to Erik Erikson’s theory of social development, the stage from twelve to eighteen years of age is marked as Identity vs. Confusion. During this time, adolescents are faced with the challenge of developing a sense of self. They explore different roles as they learn more deeply about themselves and how they fit into the world. Teenagers who successfully weather this storm enter adulthood with a strong sense of self.

For most adolescents, the feeling that they belong to a particular group is what drives their identity. If you would ask them, “Who are you?” they would likely answer by naming a group they belong to — which school or camp they attend. Since they see their identity as tied to a group, fitting into the social rules of that group becomes very important.

On some level, fitting in is not necessarily all bad. We value conformity in areas like tznius and technology use. So the need to fit in can be seen as a mixed bag. It comes with pros and cons, and we each have to individually identify when fitting in is helping us or hindering us in achieving our personal goals. The desire to fit in only becomes problematic when it comes at the expense of being your own authentic self and recognizing your inherent worth.

To effectively navigate these stormy years and grow on an emotional and spiritual level, adolescents can learn to hold on to the values of their family while feeling connected to their peers. It is not an either/or scenario, where one comes at the expense of another; but an integration of both.

FOR

MOST

ADOLESCENTS,

THE FEELING THAT THEY BELONG TO A PARTICULAR GROUP IS WHAT DRIVES THEIR

IDENTITY

What makes the integration more complex is that teens often haven’t yet developed a strong sense of self, where they feel worthy and proud of who they are. They often rely on “stuff” to prove their worthiness. As parents, it’s important that we know and understand that this is a normative stage of development and that sometimes the “stuff” makes them feel seen.

Try having an honest, open conversation with your daughter. First, listen to what it’s like for her to be in the presence of others who have the things she wants so badly. Acknowledge the conflict of social pressure to conform versus preserving her own sense of self and personal values. The goal is for your daughter to feel seen and understood.

Saying something to the effect of, “I get that this is so important to you,” can help keep the conversation collaborative and not confrontational. Together, you can explore ways in which to navigate the integration of family values and fitting in with peers. The journey together will promote personal growth and mutual understanding for both of you.

I wish you much hatzlacha, Toby

Toby R. Tannenbaum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Monsey, NY. She specializes in trauma treatment for adolescents and adults.

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As Mayoral Primary Looms, Still No Endorsements From Jewish Community

Mayoral candidates often woo the Jewish vote, understanding that a community that often votes in blocs can put them over the top on election day. Nevertheless, with the Democratic mayoral primary less than a month away, New York City’s influential Jewish communities have yet to throw their support behind any candidates.

Jewish voting expert Maury Litwack told The City that there are at least 300,000 Jewish Democrats in the five boroughs who typically follow their leaders when it comes to casting their ballots. There are another 180,000 who typically vote as a bloc but won’t be voting in the primary, either because they are registered Republicans, or because they haven’t registered with any party at all.

Endorsements from Satmar and Bobov are highly coveted by mayoral hopefuls because they bring a sizable number of votes. Met Council CEO and former City Councilman David Greenfield noted that many in the Jewish community are supporters of Eric Adams, but because he is running as an Independent, he will not be appearing on the ballot in the June primary.

“That was a big change,” said Greenfield. “That sort of shifted things.”

All eyes are on Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, who is emerging as a strong contender. He has been vocal in his support of the Palestinian cause, and is perceived by many as being staunchly anti-Semitic. Yaacov Behrman of the Jewish Future Alliance described Mamdani’s candidacy as “frightening and scary,” a view that may have Orthodox Jewish voters heading for the polls specifically to vote against the assemblyman.

Jewish voters have strong reservations about casting their ballots for Andrew Cuomo, recalling all too well his COVID-era red zones and their many restrictions. The fact that he has yet to

apologize for targeting Jewish neighborhoods may be the reason why the former governor has yet to receive the endorsements he has been counting on.

While Cuomo and Mamdani are the front runners, Jewish voters are facing a quandary when it comes to primary day.

“Do you support someone you don’t like, but might be the best person to beat Zohran?” mused one political insider.

Primary day in New York City is June 24, with early voting starting on June 14.

Sutton Sworn in to State Senate in Albany

There were smiles all around in Albany on May 27 as Brooklyn’s Sam Sutton was sworn in as New York’s newest State Senator.

Sutton beat opponent Nachman Caller in a May 20 special election held to replace Simcha Felder, who made the leap from Albany to the City Council.

Sutton was sworn in by his son-in-law, Rabbi Joseph Beyda, taking the oath of office with a rare replica of the Keter Aram

Soba that was on loan from Sutton’s shul, Congregation Shaarei Zion, for the occasion.

“Using this Bible is a tribute to my heritage and a symbol of the values I carry with me to Albany,” said Sutton.

Isaac Choua further elaborated on the history of the Keter Aram Soba, also known as the Aleppo Codex. Written in Teveria in the tenth century, the Keter Aram Soba was held for ransom during the First Crusade and was guarded by the Syrian community for hundreds of years.

“It’s not just a manuscript,” wrote Choua. “It is a witness to exile, survival and continuity. Not merely a symbol, but a bridge between Aleppo and Albany, between past and present, a living legacy of the Sephardic Syrian community in New York. A legacy still breathing.”

Sutton vowed to be a strong advocate for his constituents, and said that he would work hard to earn their trust, while fighting for the issues that matter to them most.

Sutton’s colleagues in Albany were quick to congratulate him.

“It’s official, Senator Sam Sutton!” wrote Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein, who noted that he and Sutton have worked together on many issues impacting the local Jewish community.

“A proud moment to witness the beginning of his journey,” added Assemblyman Aron Wieder, who noted that Sutton would be joining Eichenstein and Assemblyman Kalman Yeger as “strong voices for New York and beyond.”

Congestion Pricing Remains, at Least for Now

A federal judge has blocked President Donald Trump’s attempt to cancel congestion pricing, issuing a restraining order that will remain in place through at least June 9.

The New York Post reported that Judge Lewis Liman’s ruling bars the United States Transportation Department from eliminating the toll and from withholding federal funds and approvals as a means of forcing New York officials to end the program.

Governor Kathy Hochul described the latest development as “a massive victory for New York commuters, vindicating our right as a state to make decisions regarding what’s best for our streets.”

Also applauding Liman’s decision was MTA head Janno Lieber, whose agency is the beneficiary of the tolls collected.

Repairs Underway as Bingo Addresses Parking Lot Leaks

Persistent leaks that have dripped onto Bingo shoppers will soon be a thing of the past, with repairs currently underway on the mega-store’s parking lot.

Work is being done on certain areas on both levels of the parking lot. Shoppers have long been frustrated by the water that leaks from the top level to

the bottom, leaving them and their cars wet.

The remainder of the parking lot remains operational as the repairs continue.

Weeks After Fatal Accident, Route 6 Cited as “Death Trap”

State police data is confirming what drivers who travel Route 6 already know — with no center median on much of the highway, the road is an accident waiting to happen.

An exclusive News 12 report revealed that there have been over 2,000 accidents on Orange County’s Route 6 over the past three years, with most of them occurring in Woodbury or Fort Montgomery. An alternative to the Thruway that connects Rockland and Orange counties, Route 6 is heavily traveled by those going to Kiryas Joel and the Catskills.

Twelve people have died on Route 6 since 2022, and another 92 were seriously injured, earning Route 6 the dubious distinction of being one of the most dangerous roads in New York. A devastating May 6 wrong-way crash on Route 6 near Long Mountain Circle took the life of one driver and left another seriously injured, shutting down the roadway between Kiryas Joel and the Palisades Parkway for hours.

“This is a traffic safety issue,” said Alec Slatky of Automobile Club of America. “When you have people being seriously injured on a monthly basis or every couple of weeks, there is a need for a real, concerted effort to bring the numbers down.”

Woodbury Fire Chief Christopher Burke responds to many accidents on Route 6 along with emergency teams from Kiryas Joel. He named excessive speed and distracted driving as the main causes behind those crashes and didn’t mince words when discussing the segments of the highway where there are no concrete barriers separating eastbound and westbound drivers.

“This stretch is a deathtrap,” said Burke.

Those thoughts were echoed by Woodbury Mayor Andrew Giacomazza, who said that a full 10% of the town’s fire calls involve crashes on Route 6. Describing the condition of Route 6 in his town as unacceptable, Giacomazza said that he has

been asking the New York State Department of Transportation and Governor Kathy Hochul to find practical solutions to the problem. A spokesperson for the DOT emphasized that safety is a top priority and that studies are underway to improve Route 6. For Burke, improvements to the beleaguered but beautiful roadway can’t come fast enough.

“There’s got to be a solution,” said Burke. “This is not a fire department or EMS issue. It’s a personal issue. We all drive these roads.”

Black Hat Prices May Soar Under Trump Tariffs

Add another item to the list of products whose prices may go up significantly under President Donald Trump’s tariff plans: black hats.

According to Reuters, Fernandez y Roche, a Spanish company that sells as many as 60,000 hats each year to stores in New York, New Jersey and Israel, has said that it is facing a 50% tariff on its goods, in addition to a 10% import fee. President Trump has delayed his planned European tariff until July 9, and talks are underway between Washington and the 27 countries of the European Union.

Fernandez y Roche has been selling handmade hats for the past 140 years, and has been serving the Jewish market for the last four decades. Abraham Mazuecos, the company’s managing director, said that Fernandez y Roche would have no choice but to pass the increase along to its customers, making its product line unaffordable to most.

“Our margins are tight, so we expect a decline in demand,” said Mazuecos.

While there are factories that produce hats in the United States, Mazuecos said they typically make cowboy hats, leaving members of the Jewish community hard-pressed to find the hats they wear domestically. Italian and Chinese hat manufacturers would be affected by the tariffs as well, turning imported hats into luxury items and leaving local stores scrambling to find affordable options.

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THIRTY-TWO

Government agencies were great. They offered wonderful services. Look at CDPAP — an entire agency committed to enabling family members to get paid caring for their loved ones.

But it was like they all had a motto: We’ll pay you, but we’ll make you beg for it. The weekly paperwork was daunting at best, and Kaily grumbled as she opened their platform to start on the questions. Her phone started ringing just as the page finally loaded.

Fruma Esther Jaraslowitz.

Was she imagining it? Or was her mother leaning over her to read the number on the phone screen?

Kaily pressed ignore and casually flipped the phone over so her mother — who was murmuring her daily Tehillim nearby — shouldn’t see who was calling. Lately her mother had become increasingly curious whenever Kaily’s phone rang. Poor thing, she was probably so bored.

Just the thought of her mother finding out about this shidduch made Kaily’s stomach churn. Kaily knew that her mother would push her to go ahead — just like she’d pushed Perela to take her job. Something about her increased dependence on them was making her act irrationally.

Just last night, on the way home from the jewelry store, her mother had said, “Kaily, you know that if something comes up, we could always hire someone to… help out here.”

The sentence had come out too well-worded, and so out of left field. Almost like her mother had rehearsed it. Kaily

had nearly cried. It meant that she had failed to make her mother feel like she wanted to do this.

“Chas v’shalom,” Kaily had said then, gripping her mother’s hand. “It’s a kavod for me to help you.”

And it was.

Her mother had given her all of her life’s savings plus the apartment — which she was learning now was a valuable piece of real estate. But more than all that, she had given her security and stability.

“I know,” her mother had said. “But still, I want you to know, in case… something… ever comes up.”

Never, Kaily decided.

She turned back to the questionnaire. If she were to keep that promise, she had no choice but to fill this out.

It was almost like a resume. A shidduch resume.

Name: Kaila Brodt

“Which Brodt? Boro Park?”

Shake of head. “England.”

“Oh! So you know the Engelbergs?”

“I’m divorced.”

She moved on to the next question.

Occupation: Caregiver. Duh, wasn’t this a caregiver’s agency?

“So what do you do?”

“I help my mother.”

“Oh! So what does your mother do?”

“She… uh… says Tehillim.”

“Oh!”

Address: 59 Glenn Circle.

“So where do you live?”

“In my mother’s house.”

She banged on the table. Her mother startled. Come on. It’s a dumb form. Complete it, submit it and check your bank account.

But she couldn’t. She stared at the answers, and the

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reality was so stark.

She was Kaily No-Last-Name. Her mother’s caregiver. And that was it.

And her mother was talking about hiring an aide.

Argh. She needed to clear her head. Fruma Esther would not succeed with the shidduch, but she had succeeded in messing her up.

“Ma, let’s take a walk. I think we both have a little cabin fever.”

“It’s cold,” her mother muttered. “Go yourself. I have to finish my Tehillim and some work.”

“I think I’ll take you up on your offer,” Kaily said. “Ten minutes is all I need.”

Her mother looked delighted. Kaily grabbed her coat, miffed. Why did her mother look so positively thrilled to see her leave? Was she such bad company?

“Stay put,” Kaily warned her mother. She tacked on a smile to show it was a joke, even though it wasn’t.

“May I scratch my nose?” her mother asked. She tacked on the same sort of smile.

“Very funny. But nothing more than that, okay?” She headed for the door.

“Kaily,” her mother said suddenly.

Kaily knew she wasn’t going to say, “Pick up a loaf of bread on the way.”

“I also have cabin fever,” her mother said. She paused. “In a different way. Shalva Epstein called me yesterday to check up on me. She keeps telling me to join that support group for this reason. She actually got me all the information I need. I’d love to try it tonight.”

“Oh?” Kaily raised an eyebrow. She let go of the doorknob. “So you want to join?” She should be happy her mother was taking initiative, but a deep fear clawed at her.

“Yes. I’d love to try it.”

Kaily opened the door and in-

haled a breath of freezing air.

“Take gloves,” her mother called after her, “and a scarf!”

Kaily chuckled. She didn’t own either of the two. It simply never crossed her mind to enter a store and purchase such items for herself. Her coat had a set of pockets, and the zipper closed pretty high up. She was good.

Except for her muddled brain.

And her mother’s sudden need for independence — going to support groups, taking her job seriously, shopping in jewelry stores. What would come next? And what did she mean when she said she wouldn’t mind an aide?

Kaily quickened her step, passing Shalva Epstein’s house. Wasn’t this her goal? Wasn’t she investing every last resource into getting her mother on her feet again?

She was. And if her mother was taking initiative and feeling purposeful, she was delighted, really. Although, she reminded herself, her mother would need a caregiver for the rest of her life because her disease was progressing.

But still.

If not?

Where would that leave her, Kaily No-Last-Name, No-Longer-Caregiver?

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What did one do in a community center, anyway, except hold Parkinson’s support groups? Kaily had always imagined a community center as some sort of Town Hall with pointless meetings and motions.

But this building was more of a cross between a school and an office building. Kaily and her mother made their way slowly down the long hallway. Her mother was leaning heavily on Kaily because she had been embarrassed to come to a new place with a cane.

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“IT’S A PARKINSON’S GROUP,” KAILY HAD TRIED TELLING HER. “IT’S ONE PLACE YOU SHOULD HAVE NO PROBLEM BRINGING A CANE”

“It’s a Parkinson’s group,” Kaily had tried telling her. “It’s one place you should have no problem bringing a cane.”

Her mother shook her head, and that was that.

“There’s a gym here,” her mother remarked. She pointed to an arrow that said GYM

“Do you want to check it out?” Kaily asked.

“No. I was actually thinking that once I’m in the room, you could check it out.”

So I’m not invited. Got it.

They followed the arrows pointing to the Community Support Center, and her mother quickened her pace and then slowed almost immediately.

“I can’t exactly run yet,” she said ruefully.

“This must be it,” Kaily said with false cheer. A woman was being wheeled in by a Hispanic caregiver; a pillow was supporting her head. Her mother stopped, suddenly unsure, and Kaily had to prod her forward.

The caregiver smiled at them, adjusted the pillow, and continued walking. Her mother followed them with her eyes.

“You wanted to come,” Kaily reminded her gently. “I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. And if not, you don’t have to come back.”

When they finally got to the correct room, her mother brightened. There were about fifteen women in the room, talking and laughing.

It was like watching the progression of the disease in real time. There were young ones — too young to be here — with the early signs of the disease. There were plenty like her mother — somewhere in the middle. Then there were three women in wheelchairs. One of them looked so young, she

couldn’t be older than Kaily.

She silently led her mother to an empty chair. Her mother gripped her until she was safely sitting.

“Hi!” A woman came over to them immediately. “I’m Rochel, and I’m the facilitator. Are you new here?”

Her mother nodded. “Yes.”

“We’re so glad you joined. It’s a great group!”

Her mother practically shone. “Kaily. The gym,” she said pointedly.

“Oh! Caregivers are welcome to join,” Rochel said.

But Kaily wouldn’t grovel. “If you need me, call me,” was all she said. “Don’t get up, you don’t have your cane,” she quietly reminded her mother.

Her mother nodded. “Enjoy,” she said.

Kaily slowly left the room and stood outside the door. Okay. It’s normal that she wants to do this herself. She doesn’t mean to hurt me. Maybe it’s part of her grieving process?

She looked down the long hallways. Most of the rooms were empty and dark now that the workday had officially ended. She felt like a student sent out of class, humiliated and lonely. She peeked inside through the tiny window, watching the group of women enjoying each other’s company.

This was her well-deserved punishment for her earlier thoughts.

Rochel was instructing the women to hold hands. Her mother hesitantly took the hand of a trendy, youngish woman on the right and a gnarled, disease-ridden one on the left. They sat with closed eyes and swayed.

Someone tapped Kaily on the shoulder. She spun around.

“Can I pass?” a woman asked. She was walking upright, but obviously struggling.

“Sure. Sorry.”

She turned away. She did not need a gym.

For the second time in one day, she headed outside for a walk.

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“DON’T BE SORRY,” PERELA SAID QUICKLY. “I KNOW HOW CRAZY THE TIME DIFFERENCE IS. AND… REALLY… THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO FOR MOMMY.” HER VOICE CAUGHT.

“NOT EVERYONE IS SO LUCKY”

It was colder now than in the morning. A December frost had settled over the grass, and the stars were brittle and far. She circled the path around a low brick wall surrounding a frozen waterfall, longing for gloves. For warmth. For connection.

It was time to call her sister. She didn’t appreciate her enough. Only now that Perela was away did Kaily fully realize how much she did help out. It was time to apologize.

“Hi, Perela?” Kaily asked softly, trying to inject her voice with something genuine. “How are you?”

“I’m good,” Perela answered. Her voice was suspicious and distant. “Need something?”

“No. I really just called to hear how you’re enjoying it.”

“So you can make me feel bad for being here?” Perala said scathingly.

Ouch. “No… really not. I’m really sorry for that text. I was just feeling… lonely.”

“It’s fine,” Perela said. “We’re actually heading out now. We don’t have much time here and tons to do.”

Kaily could hear Tziri talking to Perela and Perela mouthing an answer. For the second time in fifteen minutes, she knew she wasn’t needed.

“Sorry for bothering you. Bye.”

“Don’t be sorry,” Perela said quickly. “I know how crazy the time difference is. And… really… thank you for everything you do for Mommy.” Her voice caught. “Not everyone is so lucky.”

Kaily was startled… and warmed.

But only for a moment.

She sat down on the ledge and tried wiggling her frozen toes.

Would she sit like this for the rest of the Wednesday evenings in her life? Dismissed by every last person?

The phone rang.

See? Someone still remembers me.

Fruma Esther.

Thank you very much.

She was about to press ignore. Or yell, or scream.

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Instead, she answered.

“Hello?”

“Hi, Mrs. Brodt,” Fruma Esther said.

“Hi.”

“Don’t ‘hi’ me. Apologize for ignoring my calls.”

“I’m sorry,” Kaily said sweetly. “I… I can’t answer when my mother is around.”

“Now, listen,” Fruma Esther commanded.

”I’m listening,” Kaily said. “I really am.”

TO BE CONTINUED…

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The hotter it gets out, the more appeal a crisp, refreshing salad holds. Enjoy these tasty and vibrant salads all summer long.

BACKYARD BARBECUE SALAD

The simplest ingredients come together to create this refreshing barbecue salad with its addictively sweet, spicy and smoky dressing. You likely have all the ingredients on hand, so get chopping!

INGREDIENTS

8 oz. salad greens

1 cucumber, sliced

1 red pepper, sliced

1 box cherry tomatoes, sliced

1 bunch scallions or half of a red onion, sliced

1 avocado, cubed

2 (1 oz. bags) barbecue wavy corn chips (Lieber’s), for topping

BARBECUE VINAIGRETTE

¼ cup oil

1½ T. red wine vinegar

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tsp. smoked paprika

2 tsp. honey

½ tsp. salt

⅛ tsp. black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Place the vinaigrette ingredients into a container, and shake to combine.

2. Place all salad ingredients into a bowl, and toss with the dressing right before serving.

3. Top with lightly crushed barbecue corn chips.

SPECIALTY SHALOSH SEUDOS SALAD

This salad is a special occasion treat. The pairing of halva and garlic basil cheese cubes may seem random, but the resulting taste is harmonious and truly delicious. You can find the cheese where all cheese blocks are sold at your local grocery.

INGREDIENTS

8 oz. salad greens

4 oz. garlic basil cheese, cubed

4 oz. vanilla halva, crumbled

½ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

3 ripe peaches, sliced

HONEY-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

6 T. olive oil

3 T. fresh lemon juice

1 T. honey

¼ tsp dried basil

¼ tsp. salt

⅛ tsp. black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a dry pan over medium heat. Toast the walnuts until fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes. Allow to cool.

2. Place all dressing ingredients into a container, and shake to combine.

3. Place all salad components into a bowl. Toss with the dressing right before serving, or serve with the dressing on the side.

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INGREDIENTS

6 oz. pea shoots

8 oz. salad greens

1 box cherry tomatoes

8 oz. white mushrooms, sliced

¾ cup honey-glazed almonds

¾ cup crispy fried onions

BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

¼ cup oil

1 T. balsamic vinegar

2 tsp. honey

2 tsp. mustard

2 tsp. fresh minced onion

¼ tsp. salt

⅛ tsp. black pepper

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1. Place dressing ingredients into a container, and shake to combine.

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Spring! What an exciting season.

There’s the weather, for starters. When it’s at its best spring behavior, it is just too delicious for words. Wildflowers pop up everywhere, decorating the world in a way that only the true Artist can. Of course, to the delight of juniors everywhere, spring also means hours and hours of outdoor play, much of which takes place on a beloved swing set.

WORKING FOR FUN

I reach out to Shloimy from Swing It for the inside scoop. It’s clear from the start that Shloimy loves every bit of what he does. Was this job one that was borne out of love for play, or was this perhaps a family business he became involved in? Interestingly, it is neither of the above. He had simply been looking for a parttime job and found one in a small swingset company. He had no idea he was getting himself into something so fun! A relatively short time later, the opportunity came up to buy out the business, which he did.

From there, the business, and Shloimy’s passion for it, has not stopped growing! He now employs over a dozen individuals, including designers, sales reps and office support staff. Additionally, his former Amish supplier, Mr. Elmer King, who was always involved in the crafting of each piece of each playset, is now a full partner in the company.

“We actually share a lot of values with the Amish,” Shloimy remarks. “Not that I am comparing, chas v’shalom, but as religious people, the Amish respect others’ religious values, so they easily accept things that are important to us, like donating large amounts of money to tzedakah In general, they understand what it’s like to be committed to something higher than yourself. Another interesting thing about working with the Amish is that they are always very present because they are forbidden from using modern technology. When I have a conversation with them, there are zero distractions. There are no phone calls, texts or even pinging alerts because they don’t use cell phones.

It’s a totally different state of being, and it’s so genuine. It’s good to be reminded of these things every now and then.”

Shloimy visits Lancaster about once or twice a month. He explains how important it is to him that the employees know who he is.

“I walk around the entire plant, checking on the equipment and on the employees. They know I am approachable and that I care.”

When Shloimy is there, he also looks out for any area in the business that can use tweaking or improvement, and what can be done about it. “We are always innovating,” he says.

As one example, Swing It has recently added a few new colors to their repertoire, which somehow had never been a thing in the past.

“When you introduce one new color to a swingset, it changes the look of the whole play area,” Shloimy explains. “Introducing four new colors gave us many new color combinations to work with in order to achieve an updated and personalized look. We’ve also created all sorts of exciting new designs for playhouses and introduced new types of swings.”

PLANNING YOUR PLAYSCAPE

Say you’re a customer who wants to purchase a playscape. Where do you start?

“There are two aspects of creating a playscape,” Shloimy says. “One is that a playset is like a piece of furniture. It is a very large piece of furniture, but it’s what people see when they look out the windows, and they want it to be beautiful. The second aspect is, obviously, the functionality of it — how fun the equipment is.

“So, the first part of building someone’s dream backyard is determining how large the space is, what their budget is, and then, what’s important to them aesthetically and functionally.”

The most basic options include swings and a slide. Everyone loves swings, and Shloimy doesn’t think that will ever change.

“There are also many new types of swings,” he adds, “and some are really fun. Most swing sets include a regular pumping swing, a baby swing, and often, a teeter-totter (a back-toback swing where two children can pump at the same time).

“As for the slide, there are so many different options, even for basic slides. There are closed tunnel slides, open slides, straight slides and twisting slides.”

Often, people will start with a small playscape and add more pieces whenever their budget allows for it. But what does a budget for a playscape look like?

“There’s practically no limit,” Shloimy replies, “even when it comes to residential playgrounds. We offer so many different types of equipment: playhouses, ball pits, bridges, slides, and swings, of course. There are people who spend five thousand dollars, and people who spend in the hundred thousand dollar range! And even then, there’s always more

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Often, when a customer calls, they already have a basic idea of what they want, and then they get guidance from the company where they hear about all the things they may not have thought of.

ON A PLAYFUL JOURNEY

Sales businesses always have memorable customers, and Swing It is no exception.

“One customer,” Shloimy shares, “who was spending a significant sum on his playscape, wanted to include things that would appeal to neighborhood children. He wanted to be able to provide for everyone, even in his own space!”

Another customer sponsored playgrounds for multiple families that have children with special needs, completely anonymously.

“We were contacted through an organization,” Shloimy says, “and all the arrangements were made through secretaries and others. These were five-thousand dollar playscapes, and he sponsored many of them — all without revealing his identity. I’m still in awe.”

Any advice for people who are just starting out on their playscape journey?

“Of course! Buy the biggest and most expensive playscape you can!” Shloimy says with a laugh. “But in all seriousness, there are two things that a customer needs to know. The first one is safety, safety, safety! We put a lot of safety measures in place when planning a playscape, but even with the best safety guards in place, a playground can potentially be a dangerous place for a kid. Be vigilant,

and teach your kids how to play safely.

“The second is that parents often think that when they buy a beautiful playground, their kids will play on it forever, and they will never hear the words ‘I’m bored’ again. This isn’t realistic. The kids will be excited for a day, and maybe for a week. But then they’ll bring their friends over, and that’s where the magic happens. Swings will become airplanes and slides will become escape routes. Imaginative play will take over, and then you can expect them to play the day away.”

Chany, a playscape owner in New York suburbia, bemoans the fact that she has a beautiful playscape in her yard, because no one ever plays on it. She mindfully chose pieces that would accommodate a lot of children, guests and friends, but somehow, her kids always want to go play at someone else’s house. She is looking forward to hosting her grandchildren on it one day in the future.

Zissy’s playscape experience is completely different. She finds herself hosting hours and hours of fun in her own backyard.

“When we were viewing our house before buying it,” she says, “I saw a massive playscape in the yard, and I was so excited. It was something straight out of my childhood fantasies.”

However, Zissy and her husband soon discovered that the sellers were planning to take the entire swing set to their new residence. Once they moved in, Zissy didn’t really believe that the sellers would still come for it, but one day they did. Zissy sadly bid the playground goodbye, but by then, owning a playscape was something she had her heart set on.

Her in-laws ended up gifting her with the playscape of her dreams. The planning of the playscape took place around the supper table over many nights. Together, her children discussed the pros and cons of

each piece that they considered purchasing. At one point, they got stuck debating over which bridge they wanted. Some kids wanted a wobbly bridge because it’s more fun, and the others wanted a straight bridge because it’s less scary. Zissy told her kids that they would be taking a vote. The kids gleefully told all their friends about the vote, and suddenly, she was getting “ballots” from all the neighbors.

Speaking of neighbors, how does Zissy navigate the neighborhood part of owning a playscape?

“I don’t really have any issues with them,” Zissy says. “There is an unwritten rule that the kids need to ask before coming into my yard, but I always say yes.”

Even on Shabbos afternoon, when she might be napping?

Her response is the equivalent of a shrug. “Yeah. My kids are usually out there too, and it really doesn’t bother me.”

What about the mess? Again, she brushes away the question.

“Whatever. Where there are kids, there are messes. Sometimes, if it gets totally out of hand, I will tell the kids not to bring snacks into the backyard anymore, but generally, I don’t find it to be much of an issue.”

Blimi is in the grandmother stage, ka”h, and she bought a new swing set this year. She had an old rusted one that was already 27 years old, and none of her grandchildren were interested in it anymore. When she asked her husband for a new playscape as a

Pesach gift, he was incredulous.

“Why not buy a piece of jewelry or something you will enjoy?” he demanded. But she thought she’d enjoy this even more than diamonds, and the good news is that she actually is. They gave away their old one to another family, and in its place, they installed a bunch of swings: baby swings, toddler swings and some larger swings. When the grandchildren came, they couldn’t get enough of it. Even the adults found themselves making use of the swings.

Blimi purposely didn’t put the swingset within view of her master bedroom windows, so everyone is free to swing whenever they’d like to, without worrying that they might be bothering their generous grandparents who put up a swing set especially for them.

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A CLIMBING ADVENTURE PARK

LIES BEHIND A LITTLE HOME IN WOODRIDGE, NEW YORK.

For 30 years, Moshe Weinberg’s backyard in Woodridge had been a tangle of forest growth. It was overgrown with weeds and pretty much off limits, just a continuation of the woods behind the property.

But when a usually busy Mr. Weinberg found himself with an entirely new schedule and a bunch of bored children wanting to play outdoors, he had a good look at his backyard. It was time to tackle it.

Like so many other creative pursuits, this handmade adventure corner, dubbed Weinberg Park by locals, has its roots in the lockdown days of COVID-19. With the entire family home and in dire need of a project, it didn’t take much convincing for Mr. Weinberg to team up with his friend Josh Cohen and get on the job.

Like everything in this charming park, the first step, clearing out the brush, was done in-house by the adventurous Weinberg crew, with their father in the lead. They built carefully controlled fires to clear out the weeds, manually cleaned out the brush, and soon, the backyard started taking shape.

The ground appeared ready to be stomped upon, and only the tall, graceful trees remained. Their yard was now a blank slate ready for adventure.

BRIDGING THE GAP

Moshe was eager to start. One day, he and Mr. Cohen stood in his newly reclaimed backyard inspecting the site.

One of the tree tops had been destroyed, leaving a considerable bark without the canopy of green, and they realized that knocking the rest of it down on a certain angle would have the bark land across a gully like a bridge.

With that first timber! the Weinberg Park was created.

It just took a lot of imagination, wood and handiwork from there.

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WORK OF THE HAND

Everything in this adventure backyard was created by hand, by the Weinbergs, Mr. Cohen and the various teens who are always welcome to come stay at the Weinberg home.

How are the projects decided upon? It takes just a good look at the trees, and inspiration is bound to hit.

Some trees in the front are perfectly positioned to serve as hammock poles, and a number of those relaxing swings grace the property. Another set of trees was just begging to have a bench swing strung between them, so that’s what went up right there.

Ladders went up. A zipline went up. And still, new attractions keep going up. And by up, I mean high, high up.

NATURE IN ITS RUGGED FORM

This park is not about any overpriced backyard furniture or modern elements. Every piece is created with the rawest material possible.

There are no supports other than the sturdy trees, nor is there any electricity or lights. It’s all manual, both the mechanics and the labor.

When he wanted to add a cargo net to the park, Moshe saw the price and did a double take. They ran at about a thousand dollars apiece.

“Let’s make one,” he said.

And they did.

Some twenty dollars worth of supplies, a tutorial on rope-knotting and net-building, and two hours of work later, the Weinberg Park boasted a cargo net bigger and better than any they could have purchased.

Purchase a ready ladder? Not in this park. Moshe sawed two two-by-fours to create rungs, and a ladder was up without costing more than a few dollars.

The bench is another raw marvel: two salvaged tree stumps and a slab of wood affixed over it. Does rustic get any more real?

IT TAKES A VILLAGE…

The treehouse has been the biggest project to date. It took months to build and required a bit of help. A bunch of teenage boys pitched in, and a group of men from upstate New York frequenting the area were happy to be involved in the project.

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PRIVATE? PROPERTY

Not really. One and all are welcome to come visit the Weinberg backyard and enjoy its offerings.

Mr. Weinberg says that while he built the park for his kids, he was so happy to let those summering in the neighborhood visit when news about the attraction traveled around.

Living in Woodridge all year round can feel somewhat lonely, and the Weinbergs are happy to be a spot where people always feel welcome to come for a climb, good company or a bed. The Weinberg home is a happening place, and the action in the backyard is just part and parcel of it.

“We just want kids to have fun,” Moshe says, wondering why someone would ever mind Yiddishe children playing in their yard. “And this makes them happy.”

The park is not limited to families, either. It’s not infrequent that a school bus rumbles to a stop in front of the Weinberg home, and out piles an entire bunk of excited campers.

To the Weinbergs, that’s exactly how they want it.

CAREFUL THERE!

As someone who has had the opportunity to visit the park with her boys, I’ll tell you this: Some of what goes on here is to be looked at and not tried. Marveled at, but not actually climbed.

Signs are posted throughout the area reminding visitors to stay safe and responsible and that anything they do at the park is at their own risk.

Mr. Weinberg tries everything for sturdiness before he pronounces an attraction ready to be climbed, but the attractions are high up and there are no safety harnesses; the responsibility for safety lies with any parent who brings their child to the park.

HALACHA CLASS

For the kids visiting on Shabbos, there are some interesting halachos to learn.

Once the visitors started trickling in, Moshe studied the halachos well so he could know if any features were muktzah.

For example, the park features a tire swing. There was a rope tied to the tree, then a metal hook to which the tire was attached. Since the tire wasn’t directly connected to the object connected to the tree (the rope), it was permissible for use on Shabbos. Howev-

er, Mr. Weinberg noticed that children were not sitting, but standing, on the tire, causing them to hold onto the rope, the object directly attached to the tree, which was muktzah

By the next Shabbos, he’d attached an extra pair of carabiners that solved the issue so the swing could be enjoyed without any transgression involved.

AN INSIDE LOOK

The inside of the Weinberg home also has some interesting features. There’s a giant mural painted on the wall by a teen who was staying at the Weinberg home, a large net for children to enjoy in the loft near the ceiling, and one room’s ceiling is made to look like a giant jigsaw puzzle.

Moshe shares that he’s not into having a home that looks like a museum. He wants it to be a place where the kids feel at home and where they are allowed to express themselves and have a good time.

Any mes mitzvah from all over the USA is buried in the Woodridge bais hachaim, he says. Levayas frequently take place just around the corner from their home.

That, explains Moshe, keeps him focused on what he wants out of this temporary home.

“My priority is that it should be a place of acceptance and closeness and where every Yid is welcome,” he says.

And so it is.

DASSI LEVY

Having been educated in a heimishe school here in New York, these ditties don’t necessarily reflect the originals they were derived from, but research was done to procure the most accurate wording available. Corrections are welcome, and remember, this is purely for your entertainment and to ignite your memories!

Ageless Chants and Ditties

Lemon lime

Be on time

School begins

At half past nine

100, 99, 98, 97….

The dexterity of the person jumping would determine how low we went. The lower we went, the greater the disappointment when the rope was tripped.

Miss Mary Mack Mack Mack

All dressed in black black black

With silver buttons buttons buttons

Down her back back back

She asked her mother mother mother

For fifty cents cents cents

To see the elephants -phants -phants

Jump over the fence fence fence

They jumped so high high high

They reached the sky sky sky

And didn’t come back back back

Till the fourth of July -ly -ly

Listen to your kids playing outside. Are they still singing the same songs today?

Jumping Rope Chants

Tinker, tailor

Soldier, sailor

Rich man, poor man Beggar man, thief

Doctor, lawyer

Merchant, chief

Or... Indian chief

Yes, guilty as charged. I would say “tinkler” back then in elementary school, and each word would be prefaced with an “a.”

High, low

Medium, slow

Walkie-talkie

Red hot pepper

Here comes the teacher with a big, fat stick I wonder what I got on arithmetic

One plus one equals two Two plus two equals four

Now it’s time for spelling Spell cat

C-A-T

Spell rat R-A-T

Now it’s time for history

Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492...

At this point, nobody is really jumping anymore, so the end is unknown to me. Dear readers, can you help?

There are as many variations of this chant as there were kids jumping to this ditty over the years, but this one is a popular version you can still hear on the streets today.

Bouncing Ball Chants

A, my name is Ahuva and my husband’s name is Avraham. We come from America and we sell apples.

B, my name is Baila and...

Once I had a candy store, and business was so bad I asked my mother what to do, and this is what she said “Take a can of gasoline, and put it by the door

“Take a match and give a scratch and no more candy store.”

Now, I know we shouldn’t give kids ideas, but trust me, it didn’t affect any of my friends or myself, so I find this safe to print.

Dear Diary,

Today is Monday, and Monday is today, and on this merry, marvelous, miraculous Monday, Mommy made Malky some muffins…

Today is Tuesday, and Tuesday is today, and on this topsy-turvy, terribly terrific Tuesday, Tatty told Toby to take the twins to the Twin Towers…

This game made for quite a momentous week full of alliteration. The more words you added, the better off you were, until you either lost the ball or your words — whichever happened first.

Other Ball Game Chants

Hello, hello, hello, sir.

Meet me at the grocer.

No, sir. Why, sir?

Because I have a cold, sir.

Where did you get the cold, sir?

At the North Pole, sir.

What were you doing there, sir?

Counting polar bears, sir.

How many did you count, sir?

One, two, three, four, five . . . .

Yes, for lack of proper gear, the tennis ball was in the knee sock and that was what was banged against the wall at each mention of “sir.”

The wonder ball goes ‘round and ‘round To pass it quickly, you are bound If you’re the one, to hold it last

Then, for you, the game is past Annnd you... are... out!

There are many versions of this chant, and the one we sang had a starting line of, “As the ball goes round and round, we pass it quickly all around…”

Johnny, may I cross the Golden River?

Only if you have the color… green.

R-a-t-t-l-e-s-n-a-k-e spells rattlesnake…

This was followed by:

All around the mulberry bush

The monkey chased the weasel

The monkey thought ’twas all in good fun

Pop! goes the weasel

A penny for a spool of thread

A penny for a needle

That’s the way the money goes

Pop! goes the weasel

Jimmy’s got the whooping cough

And Timmy’s got the measles

That’s the way the story goes

Pop! goes the weasel

No, no, no, that’s not how we sang it all those years ago. Our version was: “We went up to Sara’s house and Sara had the measles. We gave the doctor 50 cents, and pop! goes the measles!”

Group Game Chants

Red rover, red rover, send (name) on over.

Of course, we didn’t actually say “red rover.” We said it simply: “Right over, right over, we call…”

Little Sally Saucer sitting in the water

Cry, Sally, cry; hide your teary eyes

Turn to the east, and turn to the west

And turn to the one that you like the best!

Whom am I kidding? We started that with “Silly Sally” and we wiped eyes instead of hiding them.

Bluebird, bluebird through my window

Oh, (name), I’m so tired...

You take a little girl and tap her on the shoulder

Oh, (name), I’m so tired...

Anna banana banana split

Mommy had a baby chick

Chicky died; mommy cried

Anna banana banana split

Where this originated, I haven’t the faintest, but that is what we sang while jumping on the school tiles.

Hand Game Chants

Miss Lucy had a baby. She named him Tiny Tim. She put him in the bathtub to see if he could swim. He drank up all the water. He ate up all the soap. He tried to eat the bathtub, but it wouldn’t go down his throat. Miss Lucy called the doctor. The doctor called the nurse. The nurse called the lady with the alligator purse. In walked the doctor. In walked the nurse. In walked the lady with the alligator purse. “Measles” said the doctor. “Mumps” said the nurse. “Nothing” said the lady with the alligator purse. A dollar charged the doctor. Fifty cents charged the nurse. Nothing charged the lady with the alligator purse. Out walked the doctor. Out walked the nurse. Out walked the lady with the alligator purse.

In the original, the doctor didn’t call for an operation, but in the one I used to sing with my friends, he did — and the nurse and the lady in the alligator purse echoed him!

Ching, Chang, Chinaman

Sitting on a fence

Tried to make a dollar

Out of ninety-nine cents (or fifteen, or fifty-five)

He missed, he missed, he missed like this!

To be honest, Mr. China Man was unknown to us. All we knew was some kind of “Cherry, cherry, bang, bang.”

Today’s Chimes, Today’s Times

Tra-la-la-ding-a-ling-a-ling

Tra-la-la-ee-pa-ee-pa-pa

Ee-pa-ee-pa-pa…

Today’s kids are singing new ditties, this one with dexterous fingers swiping foreheads and their opponent’s palms. This song is a sticky one. Once you learn it, it’s difficult to get it out of your ears.

They also have more sophisticated ways of choosing a person to be “it.” When I grew up, we all yelled, “NOT IT!” and whoever’s yell came a half-second behind the others’ was unfortunate enough to be “it.” Today’s kids sing a song to figure it out.

Blue shoe, blue shoe, how old are you?

And so the fingers go around, counting ages and eliminating shoes until the unlucky “it” is left.

Avocado, avocado is the name of the game, and if you get out, you have to change the name, AVOCADO… AVOCADO…

This game involves two players clapping hands in a crisscrossing motion. Whoever gets out gets to change the name of the game — can you do better than AVOCADO? — until the next name change. Stay sharp!

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If you just love the sight of the first buds bursting into bloom and you can’t fathom anything more delicious than romping in a field of fresh green grass, then you must not have allergies. According to reports, 2025 may have been one of the worst years for sufferers of spring allergies, which are triggered by the release of pollen into the air.

As allergy season winds down, are there any takeaways that could be helpful?

WHAT ARE SPRING ALLERGIES?

Spring allergies, also known as hay fever, are an immune system response to the presence of airborne allergens like pollen from trees, grass and weeds. This can cause symptoms such as sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, and congestion. Many allergy sufferers complain of having a “stuffed head,” and resign themselves to a period of about two months of abject misery, as well as what seems to be a lifetime supply of Kleenex.

When it comes to allergies, histamine is the villain. When people who are allergic to pollen inhale the little spores that are released into the air, their immune system mistakenly identifies it as a harmful substance. The body then aggressively releases chemicals known as histamine to fight against the perceived invader. It’s the histamine that causes the runny nose, constant sneezing and itchy eyes that are characteristic of spring allergies.

The most common time for people to experience seasonal allergies is from the end of winter, about March, through early summer. That’s when pollen, which is a fine, powdery substance produced by flowering plants, is released into the air, with the wind carrying it further afield so that the plant can reproduce.

“It’s basically like experiencing life while feeling as if you’re underwater,” says Malky about her allergy symptoms. “My eyes are itchy while streaming tears, and I’m constantly sneezing. I feel as miserable as when I have a bad cold, except that this cold doesn’t go away after a week. It’s nonstop misery until the weather gets really hot, so I’m basically missing the nicest parts of spring.”

Whether there is truth to this or not, climatologists believe that spring allergies have gotten worse over time. With winter

setting in later, they say, and spring starting earlier, there is simply more time for flowers and grasses to bloom, which means more pollen in the air. Rising temperatures can also lead to elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the air, which also exacerbates symptoms.

While there are many remedies around, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all “cure.” What’s helpful for one person may be completely ineffective for another.

WHAT WORKS, AND WHAT DOESN’T?

Most allergy sufferers have already tried all the over-thecounter allergy medications that are available. Some work for

some people and not for others. Some relieve symptoms for a little while at first, but then become less effective as time goes on. Allergies and treatment responses are highly individual.

The most popular OTC medications are antihistamines, which seek to reduce the histamine release in the body, thereby reducing the inflammatory symptoms. The most popular antihistamines are Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra and Benadryl. It’s important to read the labels; some are noted for inducing sleepiness, such as Benadryl. Look for medications labeled “non-drowsy.”

Other medications that offer different forms of relief are nasal sprays, such as Fluticasone. Some doctors have recently started prescribing a combo treatment plan, combining oral medications such as Claritin along with a nasal spray.

ACUPUNCTURE

Ronald*, a highly personable healer specializing in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, has long been a familiar address for allergy sufferers from the frum community. He sees many frum patients at his office in New York and offers an honest and nuanced approach.

“There are certain ailments that acupuncture can treat effectively, while there are others that can be treated more effectively with herbs. Seasonal allergies and acute pain such as neck pain or back pain can be treated very effectively with acupuncture.”

Each treatment lasts about 20 to 25 minutes and involves placing ultra thin needles into the body along specific meridians that align with the body’s energy flow. Although the thought of needles be-

ing placed in the body might scare off some, the procedure is pretty painless, and most people don’t feel any discomfort at all.

Ronald cautions that patients should not expect to receive a miracle cure. “All we can really hope for is to manage the symptoms. Acupuncture will not cure the allergy; the allergy is still there. We try to manage the symptoms so the patient doesn’t suffer discomfort every year when spring comes around.”

Faigy has been taking her son to Ronald for treatment for years. “Every year, right around Pesach time when he feels

“ALL WE CAN REALLY HOPE FOR IS TO MANAGE THE SYMPTOMS. ACUPUNCTURE WILL NOT CURE THE ALLERGY; THE ALLERGY IS STILL THERE”

the first tickle, we make the trip. And baruch Hashem, since we’ve started treating his allergies with acupuncture, my son’s symptoms are pretty much gone.”

Ruchy makes the trek to Ronald with her daughter even though she’s moved to Lakewood. “Every year without fail, as soon as that first sneeze comes on, we head back to Ronald. My daughter’s allergies used to be terrible, but since we started once-yearly acupuncture treatments, her symptoms are so much better. The treatment is quick and painless; after 20 minutes, it’s over.”

Acupuncture can be so effective that some people only need one treatment and they’re good to go, without ever needing to return. However, it is more common to need a “booster” every year.

As Ronald says, “Every person is different, and every person’s body reacts differently. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment.”

He adds one more piece of advice for the frum community: “Tell people in your community that they need to get more exercise! And more sun! If you live a healthy lifestyle, then it will be much easier to treat your allergies.”

Refreshingly, Ronald is not against conventional medicine at all. As a matter of fact, he encourages adding acupuncture to your already incorporated regimen of anti-allergy medication.

“If you’re taking medication along with acupuncture treatment, the effect of the medication will be more powerful, and it will help alleviate your symptoms more effectively.”

HONEY

There has recently been a revival in using honey to relieve allergies. Honey has long been known to have antiseptic properties, and has been used for thousands of years to treat wounds, way before antibiotics were discovered. Honey never goes bad, as its special properties repel bacterial growth. In fact, a pot of honey was recently discovered in an Egyptian tomb that had been sealed for thousands of years. One intrepid archaeologist actually dipped his finger in for a lick, and to his shock, he discovered that it was still sweet and completely edible. But how can honey help seasonal allergies?

Zev Oster, proprietor of Monsey’s beloved West Maple Farm, sells honey made from his own hives placed throughout the farm. “The thinking is that since

bees feed on local flowers, the honey contains pollen from these flowers. If you start ingesting local honey before the allergy season hits, you may be able to build resistance in your body by getting it used to pollen from the local blooms that trigger your allergies.”

Does it work?

Mr. Oster smiles. “Some people say it works amazing, and others say it doesn’t do anything for them. Either way, it’s sweet, delicious and healthy.”

HONEY HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN TO HAVE ANTISEPTIC PROPERTIES, AND HAS BEEN USED FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS TO TREAT WOUNDS, WAY BEFORE ANTIBIOTICS WERE DISCOVERED

HERBS AND VITAMINS

The field of vitamins and herbs is often difficult to navigate. Vitamins don’t come cheap, and sufferers can feel pressured into taking dozens of supplements. It’s hard to gauge the effectiveness of those supplements when taken in tandem, and disappointment often sets in only after spending hundreds of dollars. Here are some of the most popular supplements that are supposed to be effective:

Vitamin C The popular vitamin C may reduce histamine levels, and can help with symptoms such as sneezing and congestion.

Vitamin D This can help regulate the immune system’s response to allergens.

Quercetin This relatively “new” supplement is fast becoming a go-to supplement for allergy sufferers. It can help stabilize the cells that release histamine. This should be started before the allergy season hits.

Zinc May help reduce symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing and congestion.

Other herbal supplements Ask your local health food store to recommend a herbal combo supplement that can help with your allergy symptoms.

Even if you’ve suffered from allergies for years, and have sort of resigned yourself to the yearly discomfort, there are still options to explore that can bring relief.

Just as Hashem has given us a yearly show of natural beauty, when the natural world comes to life and explodes with color, He has also given us tools to combat our discomfort so that we can still enjoy the beautiful spring.

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Halachos and Guidelines Pertaining to Men and Women in the Workplace

A man and a woman should not be alone together on a regular basis, even in situations where there is no yichud. If it happens that a man and woman (or one man and two or three women) are alone together, there is a shayla of yichud.

The laws of yichud are detailed and complex; many details can aﬀect the halachah signiﬁcantly (both l’kula and l’chumra). One should always consult a Rav for guidance.

A man and a woman who are talking to each other must make sure that the exchange remains formal — not friendly or casual like a conversation between good friends. Work-related concerns should be discussed at the workplace, within business hours, and (when by phone) on the work phone. At other times and places, there should only be discussion if something is very urgent. It is best if a private cell phone is not used; a home landline should be used if possible.

Men and women may not banter and joke with each other, nor respond in a light, joking manner. Men and women should not use emojis when writing to each other (on business chats or emails).

Men and women should address each other by last name (e.g., “Mrs. Levy”). In all communications, they should take care to choose phrases and expressions that will maintain an appropriate distance from one another. Compliments should not be addressed to the person but about the work (e.g., “It is well written”).

Meetings should be held separately for men and women. If it is very important to have a combined meeting, it must be arranged with proper separation, and an appropriate atmosphere must be maintained. When co-workers review a document together, they must take care to remain apart and behave in a reserved and formal manner — i.e. not sitting back too comfortably etc. Whenever possible, the joint

review should be done over the phone or by email, or using a separate printout.

A man and a woman who are not related must never touch each other. Handing over an item is permitted; however, speciﬁcally in the workplace, it is proper, lechatchilah, to be machmir, and especially with small items, to put the item down (in a respectful manner) for the other person to take.

It is forbidden for a man and a woman to give each other any gift, including buying lunch for a co-worker. However, an employer may buy the same lunch for all the employees. If (for example) female co-workers feel it necessary to buy something for their male employer, such as mishloach manos on Purim, they should consult a Rav for guidance.

Male and female co-workers should not, lechatchilah, travel together by car, to or from work. If (on occasion) it is necessary to travel together, they should be careful not to converse during the journey, except whatever is necessary (such as repeating the address or saying “thank you”). The man and woman should not sit next to each other, but rather in separate rows.

Women in the workplace must especially take care to be dressed properly, as befits a bas Yisrael. This includes being properly covered at all times; considering the style of clothes; avoiding perceptible fragrances etc. so as not to attract attention. Women must maintain a demeanor that is refined and reserved. When women are conversing amongst themselves in the presence of men, they should take care to do so in a quiet and dignified manner.

All technological devices must always have a reliable and strong filter. Should there be a problem with the filter, one should contact the filter company without delay, and have the problem resolved as quickly as possible.

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LIFETIME PRODUCTS

Founded in 1986 in Clearfield, Utah, Lifetime has grown into a global brand known for rugged, weatherproof plastic and steel products you’ve almost definitely seen — whether it’s a folding table in the sukkah, a set of chairs pulled out for unexpected Shabbos guests, or a playset standing strong through generations.

Lifetime began with a slam dunk — literally. Barry Mower, the company’s founder, got tired of the flimsy, unsteady basketball hoops on the market, so he designed a better one in his driveway: strong, rust-resistant and height-adjustable so kids could “grow into it.” Friends and neighbors were so impressed, they started asking for hoops too. That DIY project turned into Lifetime Products, which now manufactures more home basketball systems than anyone else in the world.

Much of the company’s success comes down to one word: blow-molding. It’s a fancy term for a process where hollow plastic parts are formed by inflating heated plastic into a mold — sort of like industrial balloon animals, but way tougher. It allows Lifetime to make tables and chairs that are lightweight, weather-resistant and strong enough to survive everything from toddler art projects to overenthusiastic teenagers.

LOGO

Lifetime’s logo is as straightforward as the products themselves: a solid black shield with the word “LIFETIME” in bold, white capital letters. No frills, no fluff. It’s like the company is saying, “We’re here to make stuff that lasts. Period.” And they do. Whether it’s a picnic table or a basketball hoop, if it’s got the Lifetime name, it’s probably indestructible.

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Founded: 1986

Global availability: over 90 countries

Employs more than 1,500 people worldwide

Their blow-molding facility is one of the largest in the U.S.

Products include: tables, chairs, kayaks, sheds, coolers, playsets and basketball hoops

OVERVIEW

RAV YIDELE HOROWITZ, THE DZIKOVER RAV, ZT”L

Rav Yidele Horowitz, the Dzikover Rav, was a hidden tzaddik. Though he came from the illustrious Sanzer and Dzikover dynasties, he ran from any kind of kavod and begged people not to call him “Rebbe.” His yahrtzeit falls on 11 Sivan.

Rav Yidele was born in 1905 in Dzikov, Poland, a son of the Imrei Noam and a descendant of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz. When he was 30 years old, he was chosen to serve as a dayan in the city of Klausenberg. Through many open nissim, he managed to survive the horrors of the Holocaust. After the war, he lived in Tel Aviv before settling in Yerushalayim, and was highly respected by the Chazon Ish and Rav Yosef Tzvi Dushinsky.

Toward the end of his life, he moved to Stamford Hill, London, for medical treatment. He lived in great pashtus; he didn’t eat bread during the week, meat only on Shabbos, and would even wash his clothing on his own l’kavod Shabbos. Any money sent to him by chassidim was immediately given to yesomim, almanos and poor families. He didn’t keep a penny.

Rav Horowitz was niftar in 1989 and is buried in London. His life was a shining example of humility, chesed and true avodas Hashem

YOUR VIEW

ODD ONE OUT

Which word doesn’t belong?

RACE BUILD TUMBLE CHASE

Answer: Build. Race, chase and tumble are movement-based activities. Build is -con structive play.

COUNTER VIEW

BRACHALA LISSAUER

GOODBYE, FOREVER!

STREET VIEW

Where does the name “Lulu” come from?

Believe it or not, the name Lulu was inspired by the phrase “Hallelu es Hashem.” It’s a constant reminder to thank Hashem for everything, big and small. Every day brings new reasons for gratitude.

Describe your best day and hardest day at Lulu.

Funnily enough, they’re one and the same! The hardest days are always the best. The Sunday before any Yom Tov is absolute madness, in the best way. And don’t even get me started on our Midwinter Motzei Shabbos sale. Everything is 50% off, and the store gets wiped out.

What was your fastest sell-out ever?

That would be the first year we made Shabbos pajamas. They flew off the shelves so fast, we managed to restock — and sell out again — all before Yom Tov!

What makes you proud of Lulu?

Our prices, for sure. But also our return and exchange policy. We want every customer to walk away happy. Even seasonal sale items can be exchanged, as long as they’re still in season.

Any memorable stories?

One woman returned a polo shirt she had bought for her son, saying there was a hole. We weren’t sure how it happened, but we offered her a new one or a discount. She took the discount. A few weeks later, she came back to say that she had discovered the reason for the hole: Her son had learned in cheder about not wearing red, and he had literally cut the red part out himself! She soon came back to repay the discount.

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Email: contest@thebpview.com | Fax: 718-408-8771

Check the day’s box if you wore your helmet every time you rode your bike. If you didn’t ride your bike at alI, put “NA” in the box.

SUNDAY May 11 MONDAY May 12 TUESDAY May 13 WEDNESDAY May 14 THURSDAY May 15 FRIDAY May 16

That’s why we’re excited to announce The Boro Park View’s Strap On for Safety contest! Feel free to photocopy this page so more family members can participate!

Fill out your chart, and submit it by June 8 for a chance to win a BIKE OR SCOOTER OF YOUR CHOICE at Toys4U ! Parents of younger children, please help your child keep track of their daily helmet use and fill out their chart.

SUNDAY May 18 MONDAY May 19 TUESDAY May 20 WEDNESDAY May 21 THURSDAY May 22 FRIDAY May 23 SUNDAY May 25 MONDAY May 26 TUESDAY May 27 WEDNESDAY May 28 THURSDAY May 29 FRIDAY May 30

BOGGLE TOURNAMENT

HOW TO PLAY:

1. Gather round the table to play a family game of Boggle, using this Boggle board.

2. Once you have a winner, fill out the form below in its entirety

3. Email the form to comments@ thebpview.com or fax to 718-4088771 by Sunday at midnight.

4. Two winners will be drawn each week, each of whom will receive a $15 gift card at Judaica Corner!

PLAYING RULES:

Find words on the board containing four letters or more. Letters of a word must be connected in a chain (each letter should be adjacent to the next either vertically, horizontally or diagonally), and each letter can only be used once in a given word. The following are not allowed in Boggle: Adding “s” to a word • Proper nouns • Abbreviations • Contractions • Acronyms

POINTS

HINT

Each Boggle board hides a word of nine letters or more!

G C P E N E A N M T Z R I O G L T V N A R S D H B

Family name:

Phone:

Full mailing address:

Full name of winner: _________________________________________________________

Amount of points: ____________________________________________________________

Full names of competing players:

List some words only the winner found:

FAMILY NAME: Baum, 347-xxx-2418

NAME OF WINNER: Mommy Gold

FAMILY

NAME

Malky Gluckstadt, 6, BY

Ruchy

Blum, 13,

Vien

Chani

Weider, 10, Bais

Esther

Roizy Neufeld, 5, Bobov 45

Classifieds

FOR SALE

NEOCATE/BABY FORMULA

Neocate $46.99 per can. Kendamil Similac L’Mehadrin in stock!! We buy off any formula for a good price and trade as well. Call for other types of formulas. New! Option of shipping case of 6 Kendamil directly to you from England. Formula Trade 347.369.4886

DOONA STROLLER

Doona Stroller, multiple colors available! cll/txt 1-201614-4045

BEBE ORGANIC SET

Looking to sell a natural color bebe organic set, size 3 mths, with matching bonnet and blanket, beautiful for vachnacht. Please call 347 382 0905

CANON CAMERAS

2ND HAND

Snap Source 87 Penn St suite 111 Sunday 1:30-2:30, Tue 8:30-9:30. 347-871-2330 Shipping $10. Beautiful G16 in stock

ACRYLIC HANGERS

Factory Direct - Only $5 each! Great for coat closet. Perfect gift idea! Free Delivery. Call/text 929.399.9024 Hangeroo321@gmail.com

JEWELRY

Wholesale goldfilled ladies and girls jewelry open to the public. Sunday and Wednesday evenings 8-10 1216 47 street. For different times please call 347-6613346.

REAL ESTATE

MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA

Carriage Club North, beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, ground floor, for rent. Call: 347.499.0031

MIAMI BEACH

Newly renovated beautiful ocean view 1 bedroom apt. for rent. 347.760.0570

NORTH MIAMI FL RENTAL

Beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bath villa with private heated pool and spa available in North Miami, Price per night $289. (We help book flights) Pictures available. Call/Text 845-327-7153

WEST PALM BEACH APT. FOR SALE

Century Village-Golf Edge, 1 ½ bedroom apt. 2 baths, Brand new appliances, Ready to move in now. Price $200K or best offer. Call: 845.325.0500

LINDEN LUXE

New Pristine Cathedral

Ceiling House. 6 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, jacuzzi. Sleeps 20+. Stocked Playroom. Swing Set. Trampoline, gameroom. All Amenities. 5 min to shul. 3 blocks to grocery/ pizza store. Avail for Shabbos/ Weekday. call/text 718989-1406.

WEST PALM BEACH

No. 1 Real Estate Broker. Aaron Rose 561.308.5766

LAKEHOUSE VILLA

Luxurious 3 bedroom lake house villa in Case Grande Arizona. Private pool fully stocked kosher kitchen. 520.251.4459

WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA

For the best Real Estate deals call Mrs. Debby Schwartz 203.667.2785

AIRMONT RENTAL

Book your next vacation! 5 bedroom 3 bathroom magnificent villa serene property in Airmont. Fully furnished ALL amenities included! 347-420-4945

WEST PALM BEACH FOR SALE

Wellington M, 2 Bedroom apt. Ground Floor FOR SALE. Call: 347.760.0639

NORTH MIAMI FL RENTAL

2-bedroom, 2-baths with private heated pool and spa. Summer Price $300 per night. Call/Text: 917-3824810, email: 1752nmb@gmail. com www.themangotreat. com

LINDEN VACATION

Exlusive beautiful fullyfurnished house, all amenities included, 5 bedrooms sleeps 11+2 cribs 6 min walk to shuls Beautiful In ground Heated pool. Call/Text 601-675-2665/ Crownprincevilla@gmail. com

MONSEY VACATION/ SIMCHA RENTAL

Beautiful fully furnished Shabbos equipped 6 bedroom 4 bath house Highview/ College. Call/ whatsapp 718541-0292

BEAUTIFUL VILLA RENTAL

Beautiful villa in serene area outside Monroe. 9 couple rooms, teen room 8 beds and many kids mattresses. Huge private pool with stunning grounds. New!!! Jacuzzi Hot tub. Pictures at hotelfifteen. com 845 837 5662

PRIVATE HOUSE SHORT TERM

Fully equipped furnished 7 bedroom house (18+beds) with linen/towels hotel style in Blooming Grove. Rent for days, weeks, or weekends. Breathtaking beautiful grounds. Call/text 845-2385633

SWAN LAKE

Book your ultimate family vacation experience.!! 5 bedroom 3 bath private house with above ground pool, kids playground and Near shul. Call 347- 766-5167

SUMMER RENTAL

Gorgeous 3/5 bedroom, 2/3 bath Villa available in Mountaindale. Near shuls. $350 per night (pictures available). 845-327-7153

HIGHLAND MILLS RENTAL (NEAR KJ)

Fully furnished beautiful spacious house. 4 bedrooms available daily, weekly and weekends. Linen, towels and all amenities. Beautiful private grounds, with heated pool. Near shul. Call/Text/ WhatsApp 917 705-9667

FALLSBURG

7/8 bedroom house available to rent for shabbosim. 2 room suite available for weeky/ shabbos. Near yeshiva. Pool. 8457076324.

FLORIDA RENTAL

Fully Furnished Apartment for Rent, Hallandale Beach. 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms, Newly Renovated, First Floor Apartment, Kosher Kitchen, 2-Minute Walk to Chabad of South Broward. For information, call or text: 845-304-1865

SHORT TERM

Short term rentals in The Catskills and in Monsey for any amount of guests. Call or text Stayza today 8456004404

LINDEN VACATION RENTAL

Beautiful 3 bedroom house center of heimishe Linden available for shabbos/weekday. Fully furnished, linen towels etc. also available Shavuos 9296780684

VACATION PROPERTIES

Luxurious vacation properties for short-term rentals in the Monsey area. Some with POOLS. can accommodate 18 to 150 guests, ideal for large families, Shabbatons, and more.. Great Minds 845-5203250.

Find a position that suits you

Beginner or expert, full or part time, extrovert or introvert – we have a position for you.

OFFICE RECRUITER

Locate, interview, and onboard talented candidates to fill positions at Hamaspik.

Requires excellent communication skills, organization, and teamwork.

Boro Park Part Time No Degree

FRONT DESK

Assist prospective clients in determining eligibility for services and directing them to the right department.

Basic computer knowledge and excellent communication needed.

Boro Park Full Time No Degree

NISCHAZEK OFFICE MANAGER

Oversee office staff and the daily operations in the office. Support the team with administrative tasks and department management.

Boro Park Full Time No Degree

HCBS COORDINATOR

Help clients access services and resources to support and enrich their lives. Requires efficiency, excellent communication, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Work experience required.

BP / Flatbush Full Time No Degree

SIPUK FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Greet clients, answer calls, and provide excellent customer service. Requires consistent communication, responsibility, and a friendly demeanor.

Boro Park Part Time No Degree

NHTD GENERAL ASSISTANT

Assist clients in determining eligibility and enrolling in services.

Requires excellent communication skills, writing skills, and efficiency. Drivers license needed.

Boro Park Part Time No Degree

NHTD COORDINATOR

Help enhance quality of life for elderly people. Experience working with the disadvantaged population, and a driver's license needed.

BP/Flatbush Part Time Degree Needed

FI COORDINATOR

Help clients with fiscal intermediary services. Great communication and written skills needed. Needs to be a team player, detail oriented and adaptable to change

Flatbush/Queens Full Time No Degree

EI SERVICE COORDINATOR

Walk parents through the process of having their child evaluated for therapeutic services. Includes overseeing that services are administered correctly.

Boro Park / Williamsburg Part Time Degree / Experience Needed

DATA ENTRY COORDINATOR

Enter, update, and maintain accurate data. Requires attention to detail and efficiency.

Boro Park Full Time No Degree

COMPLIANCE SUPPORT MANAGER

Assist CCO with compliance tasks by providing immediate support to department directors and ensuring smooth daily operations. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills needed.

Boro Park Full Time Degree Needed

CARE MANAGER

Coordinate care for children with behavioral or mental health challenges. Strong communication and collaboration skills required.

Boro Park/ Williamsburg/Remote PT/FT Degree needed

Classifieds

BUNGALOW FLEISCMANNS

Beautiful two bedroom two bathroom bungalow for rent on Switzerland Ave Fleischmanns, 12k whole summer. Serious inquiries only. Please call 7184194512

BUNGALOW HAR NOF

4 Bedroom bungalow available in Har Nof [12] for July. (347)760-3482

S FALLSBURG

11 BR, 6 bath, 36+ beds, POOL, hot tub, playground, minyan 323-388-6901 southfallsburgvacation.com

SUMMER RENTAL

Nachlei Emuna 4 bungalows available (3 Bedrooms) for the whole summer. Please call 845.791.9748. Please leave message.

SUMMER HOME

Big 4 bedroom summer home available for rent. The whole summer in the area of Kiamesha lake in Monticello. Please call or text 347-4240084

SUMMER HOME

Monticello- New luxury 5 & 8 bdrm summer home avail entire summer. Chassidish crowd. Near mall/shopping. Also avail shabbosim before summer. 607-323-1812

JOBS

GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY!

Looking to hire an experienced devoted teacher for a small group of babies in home based Daycare. P/T hours. Option of twice a week. Great pay! Call 347452-8922

PLAYGROUP TEACHER

Looking for an experienced playgroup teacher. Amazing accomodations and compensation. 19th Ave/47th St area. Mega Kinder 347226-0348

FT/PT MORAH

Yiddish speaking. For small voucher playgroup, for September 25’. Located 47th between 18/19. Great pay! 718-853-4139 or 929-287-2054

DAYCARE JOB

“Seeking warm heimishe teacher/babysitters in a home 15 & 50 St. PT/FT great pay. Starting September. Slot for baby is an option call 347597-2652

INSTRUCTORS

Yaldeinu school seeking full day instructors for the upcoming school year. Hours are 9-4. Please send in your resume to info@yaldeinu.net. For more details please call 718.851.0123.

LEAD TEACHER

Lead Teachers Needed for Playgroup (Infant and Toddler Classes). Seeking a warm, experienced teacher for a home-based playgroup near 37th St & Fort Hamilton Pkwy. Contact: Email: applechildcare3621@gmail. com Call/Text: 718-831-2980 (leave a voicemail if no answer)

TEACHERS AND ASSISTANTS

Chassidish preschool looking for warm, devoted teachers and assistants with\ without degree, graduates welcome. Email resume to chinuch4kinder@gmail.com/ 929-445-2336

PRE 1A ASSISTANT

Yeshiva Torah Vodaath seeking Pre-1A p.m. assistant. Send resume to elementary@ torahvodaath.org.

HEADSTART/UPK TEACHER

Yeled V’Yalda Headtstart located in Yeshiva of Brooklyn is looking for a Headstart/UPK teacher for the upcoming 20252026 school year. Please contact: 718.431.5172 Email: sgugenheim@yeled.org

HELP WANTED

Yiddish speaking playgroup seeking experienced teacher for summer. Also option for two 12th graders or older to run class together. Excellent pay and environment. Please call or text: 718-344-6067

DAYCARE JOB

Looking for highly qualified and experienced babysitters, assistants and teachers for a heimishe daycare in Boro Park. Come join our amazing group of teachers. Send in your resume to Tlcdaycarenyc@gmail.com or call 718-701-6556

TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS STATEN ISLAND

Yeled V`Yalda Staten Island Seeking PART TIME or FULL TIME Teachers and assistants for the coming `25-`26 school year. With a degree or without! Reach out to hear options!. Send your resume to: YeledStatenisland@gmail. com Or call: 718.514.8865

PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANTS

School year 25-26, Exciting program, Responsible and caring. Great and friendly environment. Excellent pay!! Email Preschool@myrcb.org

DAYCARE TEACHER

Seeking devoted teacher for upcoming year in home based day care. well paid. 9/9:30 to 3. call or text 9175879379

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Boro Park Early Head Start seeking assistant teachers, warm, energetic, enjoy teaching young children under 3. Full Time Position, Exceptional environment & benefits. Childcare Provided. Email resume to: lfischer@yeled.org Or call: 718.686.2415

THE JOB YOU’RE LOOKING FOR!

Want to have money flow into your pocket? Call/text 845324-5182

WORK FROM HOME

Great opportunity to manage your own business from home. No experience needed, no computer necessary. Huge potential to grow big. Call: 438.529.1216

SCHOOL POSITION

Special Ed H.S. in Brooklyn seeks certified teachers and full day assistants for the upcoming school year. Warm environment. Will train. Email resume to schooljoboffer@gmail.com.

PARA POSITIONS

Now hiring paras to work full time in a special education school for the 25-26 school year. Supportive and heimish environment. Transportation provided. Resumes@ yadyisroelschool.org

ABA IN FLATBUSH

Now hiring evening ABA support staff, we`re expanding our team and looking for experienced ABA professionals to onboard for our Flatbush families. No direct ABA experience? No problem. If you are passionate and have a desire to make a difference, Call/ Text/WA: 917.968.2292 or email to: Scaplan@yeled.org

ABA EVENING SUPPORT ROLE

Want to make a positive impact on children’s lives? Join us as an ABA evening mentor in Boro Park or Flatbush! Help kids develop their social skills and confidence after school hours. Excellent rates for evening shifts. Please call: 917.968.2292

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Great opportunity to become part of Renewal’s dynamic team! Seeking motivated, organized female F/T secretary in our B.P. office. Please call 929-502-3277 and leave a clear, detailed message.

Classifieds

OFFICE LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

needed at all women office in the heart of Boro Park. Hours: 9:30 AM-4:30 PM. Paid time off, competitive pay. Call: 917.968.2292

HEALTHCARE COORDINATOR

Excellent paying opportunity for a woman to be a healthcare coordinator/ administrator. Must be able to work 7 hours a day in Boro Park. To discuss please call 917.652.9576

PRINCIPAL’S ASSISTANT STATEN ISLAND

Yeled Staten Island is seeking efficient, creative, on-theball individual with ability to multi-task for position of principal’s assistant. Please email resume to: YeledStatenisland@gmail. com or call 718-514-8865

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Amazing all female office hiring mid-level Administrative assistant and placement rep. Salary according to experience. Hours 9/9:30-4/5 In person Boro Park office 1312 38th Street. Send resume to: smarkovic@yeled.org Or call/ message: 347.946.4506

ABA COUNSELORS

Amazing Summer position. Looking for ABA counselors who can work with children in the summer in the city and throughout upstate. Full time and part time openings available. Must be able to work both July and Aug. GREAT PAY. Call: 917.968.2292 or email: scaplan@yeled.org

OFFICE SECRETARY

Seeking a secretary for a real estate management office. Must have experience with Rent Manager. Competitive pay. Please email resume to Jobs@eppmgmt.com

PM HOURS SPACE

New large modern space available to rent. afternoon and night hours. suitable for kollel, seminars or other adult events. Steady only. approx.4k-sq-ft 929-2455922

ICA IS HIRINGADDMISIONS ASSISTANT

Utilize your passion in helping people get ahead in their career. Apply today hr@ icainstitute.com

HELP WANTED

Williamsburg Real Estate office is looking to hire StreetEasy listing expert in-house email resume to: simon@simkogroup.com

FT EMPLOYEE

Multi-girl office is now hiring a FT employee. Great pay+potential! call/text 845234-4627

BILLING COORDINATOR

To join our office team located in BP, which includes multiple female staff members—ideal for someone organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in billing and administrative support. Please email resumes to Pinny@Escalateaba.com

BUS TEACHER

Child Center seeking bus teacher for morning route. Please call 718-577-8486 ext: 1 for more details.

RESPITE DIRECTOR

A special needs program is seeking a Respite Director. Capable, passionate and hard working individual. Great benefits and supportive work atmosphere! Please email resume to hr@ichudboys.org.

PARAS NEEDED

Child Center seeking paras for July and August. Teacher’s position also available for August. Call 718-577-8486 ext: 1 or email resume to info@littlegiantscc.com

SUMMER JOBS

Now hiring responsible girls to work summer. July 7August 14, full day. 1:1 special education, weekly trips, transportation provided. Resumes@yadyisroelschool. org

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Yeled V’Yalda Early Head Start is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant with office experience to join our team. Enjoy a positive work environment and generous PTO. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are essential. Email resume to: ehsjob@yeled.org

IGT COMMUNITY TALENT CENTER

IGT Community Talent Center Offering: Music, Dance, Fitness, Computing, Art, Home Economics, and Applied Science Classes. $160 Per class (45 minute). Hours: Sunday 10-5PM, Monday - Thurs 3-7PM, and Fridays 12 - 2PM. Info@IGTcommunity.org

SALES LADY

Retail store in Boro park & Flatbush is seeking for a F/T or P/T sales lady (BP hours 11-6). Excellent pay and great environment. please call & leave message or text 347725-0898

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Ivdu Schools in Flatbush seeks f/t Administrative Assistant who is efficient, organized, able to multitask, detail oriented, strong computer skills. Opportunity for growth. Excellent environment and competitive salary. Email resume ivdu@ou.org.

JOBS AVAILABLE

Part-time & Full-time jobs available. Email TopPartTimeJobs@ gmail.com

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Kindervelt EHS, seeking warm and dedicated assistant teachers, with or without degree for upcoming school year. Email resume to emfischman@kinderveltehs. org. Call: 718-435-5111 ext. 163.

PARA

Seeking a conscientious and devoted Yiddishspeaking paraprofessional for a second-grade girl with a medical condition at a chassidish school from 8:40 AM to 1 PM for the upcoming school year. Interested candidates should submit a resume and references to leah@ aimfurther.org.

SUMMER JOBS

AMAZING SUMMER POSITION FOR WOMEN

We are looking for Heimishe woman to work alongside a fantastic ABA program in the heart of Boro Park. Excellent pay. All-women environment. Call or text: 917.968.2292

DAYCARE TEACHERS

Legal daycare looking for teachers for the month of August with or without a degree. Must have high school diploma. Come work with a friend! Area of 18th Ave. Please call 718.215.1625 ext. 108.

PLAYGROUP ASSISTANT

Playgroup seeking summer assistant 7th grade and up. 718-854-1092

COUNSELORS NEEDED

Counselors for chassidish girls sp-ed day camp. Small group size, Yiddish speaking and experience preferred. Youth Corp opportunities available. Please call 929 254 0080 x403. Or email: ybecampstaff@gmail.com

LIFEGUARD

Looking for a girls only ,12th grade and up lifeguard in a chasidisha camp. please email resume to office@ machnabnosskvere.org or call 718-9835950

LIFEGUARD

Heimishe daycamp in BP looking for a certified lifeguard, full summer. Call 347495-0198

CHILDCARE

CHILDCARE SLOT

A few slots left for babies in home-based daycare on 15th & 50th St for those who need part time or 3x week. Starting September. Staff position available. 347597-2652

NON VOUCHERS PLAYGROUP

Amazing heimishe playgroup now accepting for Summer/September. Ask about younger class. For more info call 929-236-6129

VOUCHER BABYSITTING

Voucher babysitting now accepting for September, 12 and 39. 6-12 months. 718633-1369

PLAYGROUP

Playgroup on 14 and 44 still has some slots left for children being 21months+ in September. Please call Rivky Sekula 347-645-7944

VOUCHERS BABYSITTING

New babysitting group opening, 18th Ave area. Accepting babies ages 6 weeks- 6 months. call 347-988-2169

BABYSITTER

Experienced heimishe warm loving babysitter. Slots available. 47th street btwn 16 &15. Friday & late hours available. Many references available. Call 929-2143384

NON VOUCHERS PLAYGROUP

Summer slots available 15th & 41st area. 718-854-1092

VOUCHER BABYSITTING

Limited part time slots available! Small cozy group on 18th Ave and upper 40’s. Please call 347-452-8922

SERVICES

AUTHENTIC

Alert to homeowners & property managers. Exterior & interior home tune up. Professional repairs by licensed worker: roofing, waterproofing, brick pointing, cement jobs, also do plumbing, electrical, sheetrock work, parquet or stone flooring installed. For precision, timely svc, happy pricing call or txt authentic @ 212-991-8548.

DOULA

Lifsha Kleinman, Experienced Doula 718-744-7135. Doula on Demand - Call even in labor. Most insurances accepted. LaborSweetDoulas@gmail.com

IS YOUR CHILD STRUGGLING?

Socially, with fears and anxieties, or other issues, and you think you tried everything? With Hashem’s help Energy Therapy can be the Yeshuah for your child. 15 minute free consultation. Call 845-445-8252, or email chany@ rapidrecoverycoaching.com

GUITAR LESSONS

Now offering guitar lessons for women & girls. Learn all the basic skills. Located in BP. Call/text 917-618-1174

LIGHT ALTERATIONS

Please Call: 718.450.4700

P3 GROUPS

Do you want your son to learn more English? After school groups forming now for schoolyear ‘25-’26. Fun, hands on and interactive learning! Focusing on reading, writing, science and math. Accepting p3/ setts. call (917) 415-3207

MR.

WERTZBERGER’S RENTALS

We rent out wireless wi-fi, tablets, laptops, clarinets, violins. Prices are between $13-$25 per week. Clarinet and violin comes with free MP3 lessons in Yiddish or English. We also offer private keyboard lessons on the phone. Call hotline 718-4351923

GARTLECH

We fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. We also teach how to knit & crochet. call: 917-4143281

Classifieds

HANDYMAN & ELECTRICIAN

Electrician, plumber, sewer service, Carpentry, sheetrock, locks, etc. 718.9510090

CONSTRUCTION

Bathrooms, kitchens, closets, decks, extensions, additions, Basements, all electrical, plumbing, Carpentry. Lowest prices, fastest service. 718.951-0090

PHOTO EDITING

Professional photo editing, many years of experience. Special rate for photographers. Also specializing in Custom photo albums, Chosson, wedding, etc. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153

BEAUTIFUL HANDMADE GARTLECH

Hand crochet, Hand knit, Silks & more with beautiful Gartel bag. Text or call: 718.283.4589 Wholesale orders available.

ELECTRICIAN

All Electrical work, outlets, switches, fixtures, new lines for washer/dryer or a/c, shabbos clocks, circut breakers. 718.951-0090

MONSEY POOL RENTAL

Perfect end of year class trip! Heated Pool/hot tub/ bonfire/zipline/trampoline in Chestnut Ridge. Option of catered poolside BBQ! Can also rent it by the hour. 8456645521.

HANDYMAN & PAINTING

Experienced & Reliable handyman. Small jobs our specialty! Plumbing, Electric, construction, Locksmith, painting, plastering. Shabbos clocks, outlets/switches, call: 347.275.5408

FURNITURE REPAIRS

Furniture, Cabinet & General Repairs, specializing in Chosson-Kallah Apartments. Call: 718.633.6231

NEW WEBSITE?

Get your Beautiful, Fast, SEO-Friendly Website done in 14 days, guaranteed. Email efraim@rapidquill.com

WHOLESALE FISH

Buy by the case & save. Baby & Regular Salmon. Hashgucha Volove Rav. Free delivery to your home. Call Eli: 516-270-6755

HAIR TREATMENT

Struggling with frizzy unmanageable hair?Chemical free, Hair Straightening Treatments from israel, now available in BP. Lasts for months. Sara 347-782-2664

AYIN HORAH

The renowned Rebetzin Aidel Miller from Yerushalayim Is now available to remove “Ayin Horah” over the phone. Call: 718.689.1902 or 516.300.1490

EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADIES

Kosher-experienced cleaning ladies available. Live-in for summer upstate or local in NYC. Call or text 718 576-3898

PHOTOGRAPHY

Portraits, Family, Upsherin, Lifestyle. Special service for newborn, we come to you with all the props. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153

TABLECLOTH RENTAL

Dress your event with style! tablecloth rentals for every occasion. wide selection of colors and sizes. make your party perfect! free delivery. call/text (929) 251-3454

AYIN BEAYIN

We shprech each week to seal and to heal. Call 718400-AYIN (2946) www. ayinbeayin.com

SPENDING TOO MUCH ON VITAMINS?

Get your Tahua, Nature’s cue, Crops, Solid cosmetics, & Natural hope products %20 off! Let us know which of your favorite products to stock. (718)633 - 5829

HANDYMAN/PROF CARPENTER

Repair all cabinets, Table & chairs, doors, locks, hinges, tracks, drawers, blinds, shelves, bookcases & furniture assembling and cutting, hang pic frames & more, free est, warranty on service, 917-704-3514

YEHUDA

COLLEGE REPORTS

Please email reportsanytime@gmail. com. Great work, cheap prices.

LOCKSMITH

For all your locksmith needs please call Y. Fleischman 929 359 2745

Classifieds

MAKEUP ARTIST

Certified makeup artist for all your special occasions. Call: Yides Neuwirth 917.309.6000 or 718.858.0815

ROOM DIVIDER

We make WALL to split existing room and make second bedroom. It includes regular or sliding door. We also install plastic ACCORDION partitions that fully fold to one or both sides. LIGHT-fixture+switch+outlet in new room .Call/Text:929430-7551 /646-288-0185. E-mail:roomdividers11219@ gmail.com

GARTEL FRINGES

We make professional gartel fringes and mend gartelach. Same day service. In the heart of BP. (347) 693-4920 or (718)435-7644

MAKEUP

FREE Makeup Consultation

+ Application Techniques. Mary Kay, Static, Careline, GA-DE. ATT GRADUATES

Become an Agent for your class and earn rewards! Call/ Text C Fischer 718-930-4946

DRIVER AVAILABLE

Driver with many years exp. available to do long distance trips with brand new minivan. Reasonable rates. 917.405.8469

WOOD REPAIR

Ur kitchen, heart of ur home. Professional transformation thru cabinetry designer colour change. Our expertise also inc: restoration of estate furniture, hiend makeover to drm chairs, bdrms, libraries, staircases, exterior wood doors. Upgrade ur original pcs! Enjoy the quality of yesteryear, design of today! Best pricing & svc. Txt for info & decorators consult. 212-991-8548.

PHOTOGRAPHY

For all your photography needs! (Portrait, Family, Upsherin, Baby, etc.) Many props avail! Great rates! Photos by Devorah 929-327-4621

SPRINTER & MINI

VAN SERVICE

Heimishe driver available to do deliveries. Local & long distance, we shlep with a smile! Call: 718.951.0090

GET SUMMER READY THE NATURAL WAY!

Stock up on our insect bite, suncare, and more… Purchase our summer kit and get a free gift! Call/ text 347-794-9935