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As the cold weather sets in, please take a moment to check that your elderly parents and neighbors have warm gloves for the season (and whatever else they need for the winter). Last winter, I couldn’t help but notice elderly men walking home from shul in the morning with bare hands in the freezing air — some of them even pushing walkers. While most of us rush home in the biting cold, they cannot do the same. It’s a small detail that can make a big difference. Anonymous
OPEN HOME, OPEN HEART
Recently, I needed a guest room for a family member staying over Shabbos, so I began calling people I know who have designated guest rooms they typically lend out. A few of them asked if it was for a simcha. When I said no, the tone shifted; suddenly, the room wasn’t available.
I hung up feeling uneasy. I needed the room for a reason I couldn’t share, but it left me wondering: Have we forgotten what the mitzvah of hachnasas orchim means? One woman even told me she thinks it’s not as big a mitzvah if
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How do I know when a cold is just a cold? At what point should I be worried about my child’s breathing, and what can I do to prevent it from getting worse?
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As the Winter Season approach and the weather turns colder, we see more children with colds and other respiratory illnesses. Most of the time these are mild, but sometimes breathing can become a concern.
The key thing to watch for is called "work of breathing", in simple terms, how hard your child’s body is working to take each breath. Ask yourself: are they breathing comfortably, or are they using extra effort?
Signs of extra effort include the belly moving in and out with each breath, or the skin between the collarbones pulling in when they inhale. If this happens once in a while, it may be normal for a baby or young child. But if it happens with every breath, that is a warning sign.
Another worrisome sign to look for is the respiratory rate — how
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• 2 to 6 months: under 60
• 6 to 12 months: under 50
• 1 to 2 years: under 40
• 2 to 3 years: under 34
• 4 to 5 years: under 30
• 6 to 12 years: under 26
• Over 12 years: under 23
• Adults: about 20 breaths per minute or less.
The last thing to look for is noisy breathing. For younger children, try using a suctioning device, like a NoseFrida or electronic nasal aspirator, to clear the nose. Sometimes that alone makes a big difference. If there’s no change after suctioning, it’s important to have your child seen by a pediatrician or another medical professional.
it’s not for a simcha. Her words stayed with me. Since when does kindness come with conditions?
Hachnasas orchim is about opening our homes and hearts to someone who needs a place to stay, no matter the reason. Of course, everyone has limits, and not every week is the right time to host. But deciding who is “worthy” of hospitality feels far from the spirit of this mitzvah.
I share this to raise awareness and to remind us all what hachnasas orchim really means — kindness without judgment, and hospitality without conditions.
May we continue to strengthen the beautiful mitzvah of hachnasas orchim in our community with warmth and understanding for all.
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Now that we’re finally back to routine, I have a moment to thank all those who put water stations outside their homes during the hot weeks of summer. They were a lifesaver. No doubt this most thoughtful gesture gives the Ribbono Shel Olam a nachas ruach
Each time I said a Shehakol and then Borei Nefashos, I took the opportunity to bentsch the host and mastermind behind this chesed. I said the brochos aloud and then blessed the family. Birkas hedyot, they say, carries weight.
With heartfelt sentiments of appreciation and wishes that all of Klal Yisroel enjoy a gezunte winter with many simchos,
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There was a time not so long ago — perhaps 75 or 100 years ago — when the founders of our yeshivos went door to door, pleading with parents to send their children to learn Torah. They believed every neshamah was precious and that no child should be left behind. Parents had to be convinced that their sons belonged in yeshiva
Today, the situation is reversed. Parents want their children in yeshiva and beg for a spot. Yet even when a child is “accepted,” he may not feel welcome. He senses hesitation, hears whispers of labels, and feels that he doesn’t quite belong. That feeling is devastating for a young person.
Many children present themselves as not wanting to be in yeshiva They say, “It’s not for me,” or appear indifferent. But often that’s a shield — a way to protect themselves from rejection. In truth, if someone looked at them with warmth and said, “We want you here,” many would respond differently.
I recall the story of the Ponovezher Rav, zt”l, who once delivered a speech to raise funds for his own yeshiva Another collector was present, raising for a different institution. When the Rav realized his words might overshadow the other fundraiser, he redirected his entire speech to support that yeshiva instead. His concern was never for prestige or exclusivity; it was for Torah and Klal Yisroel.
We must rekindle that spirit today. Every child deserves to feel wanted and included. Every neshamah deserves the chance to grow in Torah without shame, labels or fear of rejection. Let us, as a community, ensure that every child knows he belongs — not just in theory, but in truth.
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GIFT ITEM WHEN YOU’RE A GUEST PURCHASING SOMETHING FOR YOUR HOSTESS?
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I like to give a small desktop trinket to my hostess along with a gift receipt. I always add something they can enjoy right away, like chocolate or flowers.
A toy or book for the family. We get a lot of wine from guests, but we don’t drink wine.
Chocolates! It’s easy to purchase and it’s usually pareve, so it fits into any meal. Plus, kids and adults both enjoy it.
I like gifting hostesses with a diffuser: It’s pretty, functional, and it eventually gets used up, so it doesn’t matter if they already have one.
Ask them what they want. They might want something for the seudah or the house. For some hostesses, another platter of goodies is neither needed nor appreciated.
I like to get a candy platter or bottle of wine, but if I know the family will appreciate something else, such as a toy for the kids or a sushi platter, I would get that instead.
If I’m a guest for a meal, I like to bring dessert.
Buy something returnable, then let it go. Whether it’s an upsherin present, a baby gift or a gift for someone hosting my kids, it’s all the same. I buy something from a store with a good return policy, spend what I’m comfortable with, and that’s it. They can keep it or exchange it. This approach takes all the pressure out of gift-giving.
For Shabbos hosts, I get a small personal gift for each child in the family. I buy little gifts on sale and store them away for when needed. For teen girls, I like to give a makeup bag or a portable speaker. For teen boys, I like to give a nice pen or wallet. For younger kids, I try to bring a game they could play on Shabbos or a small craft (if it’s a longer Friday).
I think most people enjoy getting a book, which is a nice gift and isn’t super expensive.
Fresh flowers or a beautifully arranged nuts-and-sweets platter is always well-received.
If the hostess has recently moved or had a baby, a gift card to a local store is a thoughtful, practical option, letting them choose something they need.
I usually end up sticking to chocolates and candy; I don’t bother with major gifts. If I need to give more than just a platter, I prefer to give gift certificates so the receiver can choose what they like. If I’m giving an actual gift, I usually give faux flowers in a vase for the table, or nice bentchers
A new game or toy for the kids. Otherwise, expensive chocolate for the hostess is always a safe option, since she can enjoy it whenever she wants.
Not a gift card, because I have a few cards that are a few years old, and I still haven’t decided what to use them for.
Fruit — it never goes to waste. Fruit is healthy and delicious, and there are hardly any food allergies to worry about. I buy a ready-made platter or, in a pinch, a bunch of grapes and some in-season fruit.
I like to give my hosts something homemade, like a bundt cake or a wafer cake.
I like gifting hostesses with pretty home decor.
I am a sewist/quilter. I sew decorated hand towels and trivets to give as hostess gifts.
We love showing appreciation to the hostesses with a platter or treat to enjoy on Shabbos, as well as a book for the hostess or her children.
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Dust and Ashes
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Avraham Avinu davened to Hashem to save Sedom. He said, “ V’anochi afar v’efer — I have begun to speak to Hashem, although I am dust and ashes ” (Bereishis 18:27). In this state of humility, he presented his tefillah to the Ribbono Shel Olam.
The Beis Halevi explains the difference between afar (dust) and efer (ashes).
Dust has no shape or form, but it has the ability to take on a form. It can be formed into something. One can create vessels from it, or seed it and grow vegetation in it. It has no useful past, but it does have a future.
Ashes, on the other hand, once had a form. There was a piece of matter that was burned and turned into ash. It no longer has a form, and there is nothing to use it for. It had a past, but no future.
Avraham Avinu, in his outstanding humility, told Hashem: Until now, I was like afar, I was nothing. And in the future, I will be efer, a nobody. He wouldn’t take credit for all the great things he had accomplished until this point, and believed that whatever he would do in the future wouldn’t earn him praise either.
According to this Beis Halevi, this explains what we say daily in Shemoneh Esrei, in the tefillah of Elokai Netzor. We ask Hashem, “ V’nafshi k’afar lakol tehiyeh.” Here, only the expression of afar, dust, is used. Why do we not say it the way Avraham did, using the terms for both dust and ashes?
While the attribute of humility is one we all strive for, we aren’t expected to be on the madreigah of Avraham Avinu, who could say he is like efer, ashes, expecting no accolades in the future. We do want to be zoche to accomplish, to achieve, to grow into “something.” The level of efer is reserved for great tzaddikim such as Avraham Avinu. Only they could reach high levels, yet still harbor within such deep humility that they can honestly say they are in a state of efer
THE CHOFETZ CHAIM, ZT”L, was in his twilight years when he was asked to visit the city of Grodno to be mechazek Yiddishkeit. For several days, the people of Grodno merited having the tzaddik in their midst. The Chofetz Chaim exhorted them to strengthen their adherence to shemiras Shabbos and kevias itim l’Torah, among other matters.
The main event was to take place one evening in the large Grodno shul. Since he was weak and feeble, several talmidim carried the Chofetz Chaim to the beis medrash on a chair. The streets were crowded with curious onlookers, all excited to catch a glimpse of the tzaddik hador. On the way, they needed to pass through a narrow path. With the thick crowd lining the sides, it was nearly impossible to get the Chofetz Chaim to the other side, and it seemed they wouldn’t make it to shul. But the men carrying the chair pushed and pressed and, with effort, managed to get to a side door of the shul.
Rav Zeidel Epstein, zt”l, Mashgiach of RJJ, NY, and later of Torah Ore in Yerushalayim, was zoche to be among the people standing beside the Chofetz
Chaim’s chair. He noticed that the Chofetz Chaim was mumbling to himself. He bent closer to hear what it was that the gadol was saying to himself and heard the Chofetz Chaim repeat, again and again, “Yisrael Meir! Here you are, among lots of friends and supporters who think highly of you, and it’s so hard for you to pass through. What’s going to be in the Next World when you won’t have enough Torah and mitzvos to get you through to Gan Eden? What will you do then?” * * * * *
Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, zt”l, was famous for his broad smile and outstanding humility. He lived a simple and unassuming life, devoting himself wholly to his learning — and to providing a listening ear to any Yid in need. Rav Shlomo Zalman shied away from public acclaim. In his tzava’ah, he wrote, “Throughout my life, I was pained by the honor and titles given to me, and especially by the exaggerations they wrote about me in my later years.”
In the final year of Rav Shlomo Zalman’s life, his nephew, Reb Avraham Yosef Leizerson, an askan, was invited to attend a kinnus chizuk in the United States. He asked Rav Shlomo Zalman to send a letter in honor of the event. At the kinnus, he read Rav Shlomo Zalman’s words to the audience.
When Rabbi Leizerson returned to
Rav Shlomo Zalman reddened, pain evident on his face. “Have I ever done anything wrong to you? Why did you embarrass me”
Eretz Yisroel, he encountered a strange thing: His uncle seemed upset with him. “I noticed right away that Rav Shlomo Zalman wasn’t looking at me the way he used to,” Rabbi Leizerson recounted. “His ever-present smile disappeared, and his overflowing warmth seemed to have cooled somewhat toward me.”
Before he could figure out the reason for the change, Rav Shlomo Zalman turned to him and asked, “Do you have a few minutes now?”
Rabbi Leizerson nodded, and Rav Shlomo Zalman got straight to the point. He opened a newspaper and pointed at an article that detailed the event in New York. The paper wrote that a letter from the posek hador, the gaon Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, had been read aloud by Rabbi Avraham Yosef Leizerson.
“Did you say that?” Rav Shlomo Zalman asked. His displeasure came through loud and clear.
Rabbi Leizerson hesitated for a moment and replied, “I read the letter, but I didn’t write the newspaper report.”
“But did you call me by these titles?”
Rav Shlomo Zalman repeated his question.
Rabbi Leizerson was forced to admit that he had indeed prefaced the letter with these titles. Rav Shlomo Zalman reddened, pain evident on his face. “Have I ever done anything wrong to you? Why did you embarrass me in front of thousands of Yidden?”
“But that’s the way of the world!” Rabbi Leizerson protested. “I didn’t make up any titles; I just said it the way everyone does.”
Rav Shlomo Zalman refused to accept the explanation. “I can’t fight the whole world, but I never thought my own family members would embarrass me like that!” Then he concluded, “You won’t receive letters from me for any occasions anymore.”
That very year, Rav Shlomo Zalman passed away. Rabbi Leizerson once again stepped up to the podium, this time to eulogize his special uncle.
“I didn’t read a letter from Rav Shlomo Zalman,” he later recounted, “but I told all the listeners about the kabbalas panim I got when I returned from the prior event, and about the praises that were not meant to be shared with the public…”
There wasn’t a dry eye in the audience.
What great lessons in greatness we can learn from our gedolim!
Adapted from the teachings of Rav Yisrael Liush, shlit”a.
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The streets of Yerushalayim were transformed into a sea of black on October 30, as hundreds of thousands turned out to protest the ongoing arrests of what the Israeli government has termed “draft-dodging yeshiva students.” Calls were issued by leading rabbanim and gedolim for members of the Olam HaTorah to attend the “Atzeres Hamillion,” a two-hour rally that would be filled with tefillos, instead of speeches and slogans.
With the rally taking place in the heart of Yerushalayim, streets throughout the city were closed to vehicular traffic. Israel Railways shut down the Yitzhak Navon train station several hours before the event, the closure extending for the duration of the rally. Undaunted, thousands walked up Route 1, the highway leading to Yerushalayim, which had been closed to vehicular traffic as well.
Participants began making their way to the Atzeres hours in advance, some showing up as early as the previous night. Multiple yeshivos organized early morning sedarim in the area so that their talmidim could get in some learning before the event’s 2:30 p.m. start time.
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The many breathtaking pictures that emerged of the gathering made it clear that while attendance may not have reached the one million mark, it was incredibly well-attended. Men and boys filled streets as far as the eye could see in multiple directions, with faces also visible on balconies, rooftops, dotting construction sites, and lining the full length of the Chords Bridge located at the city center.
The number of esteemed rabbanim who were present at the event further underscored its significance, with Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch, Rav Berel Povarsky, Rav Yitzchok Zilbertein, Rav Chaim Feinstein, Rav Yitzchok Ezrachi, Rav Dovid Cohen, Rav Shraga Steinman, Rav Tzvi Drebkin, Rav Chaim Peretz Berman, and the admorim of Kretchnif and Modzitz all situated on the central balcony of the Yirmyahu 33 hotel. Other notable rabbanim in attendance included Rav Dov Landau, the admorim of Belz, Viznitz, Slonim, Boyan and Sanz, Rav Eliezer Yehuda Finkel, Rav Avraham Salim, Rav Eliyahu Man, Rav Elimelech Biderman, Rav Reuven Elbaz and Rav Yaakov Ades, as well as the Gerer Rebbe and Rav Meir Tzvi Bergman, who led tefillos at the intersection of Shmuel Hanavi and Yirmiyahu.
The Atzeres overflowed with heartfelt tefillos, beginning with Mincha led by Rav Avishai Mandel, followed by Tehillim recited by Rav Don Segal, Rav Shalom Baruch Prizand and Rav Mordechai Shepsel Eisenberger. The passionate davening continued with selichos and the Yud Gimmel Middos Harachamim, Kabbalas Ol Malchus Shamayim, Kaddish and tekiyas shofar
Several resolutions were announced at the Atzeres, outlining the particulars that led to the event while also reiterating the unwavering stance of the Olam HaTorah. Those commitments included calling on Israeli authorities to honor the choices of those who dedicate their lives to learning Torah and to cease their attempts to draft those who spend their days in yeshiva. The resolutions lamented the fact that Bnei Torah are being persecuted in the holiest of places, emphasized that limud Torah will continue unabated in Israel, and praised those who dedicate their lives to its study.
Massive Turnout Has COC DMV Event Fully Booked in 30 Minutes
Organizers of a pop-up collaboration between Community Outreach Center and the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles were faced with a surprise turnout at their October 30 event, filling a five-hour block of appointments in just 30 minutes.
Scheduled to run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event was intended to give Monseyites an opportunity to register for non-driver ID cards or to upgrade their current licenses to REAL ID or Enhanced ID. But with the number of people showing up surpassing expectations, all the available slots had been filled by 11:30 a.m., and organizers were forced to turn the rest away.
An official statement released by Rabbi Hersh Horowitz, executive director of the COC, apologized for having
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As previously reported in The Monsey View, as of May 2025, travelers are required to have a REAL ID, Enhanced ID, passport or other Transportation Safety Administration-approved identification to fly domestically.
Short-Changed? End of Penny Production Creating Big Problems
The word “penniless” has taken on a whole new meaning as both banks and businesses are scrounging to make exact change ever since the United States Mint halted penny production in June.
President Donald Trump pulled the plug on the penny last winter, explaining that the government spends over three cents to produce every one cent coin.
According to reports, the Mint lost $85.3 million on the nearly 3.2 billion pennies it produced in the 2024 fiscal year that ended in September.
The penny shortage has been steadily trickling down to the consumer level in recent months. Banks have reportedly been rationing pennies, with the manager of one Louisiana financial institution saying that his branches stock just a small supply
of pennies, which are only used for check-cashing customers.
Retailers have taken a variety of approaches to the problem. Pennsylvania’s Giant Eagle stores held a one-day event on November 1, giving customers an opportunity to trade in their pennies for a store gift card worth double their value. The Sheetz convenience store chain is offering a free soda to any customer who brings in 100 pennies.
Stores who may be considering rounding their prices up to the nearest nickel might want to check local laws to confirm the legality of that option. Other businesses are rounding totals down to the nearest nickel, but doing so comes at a cost.
Kwik Trip, a Midwest convenience store chain, estimated that it will lose approximately $3 million this year by rounding totals down.
The penny’s roots stretch all the way back to the Mint’s establishment in 1792. Because they are often kept in jars or used as decorations, pennies aren’t recirculated nearly as often as other coins, creating the large demand for new pennies.
While the penny’s retirement may feel historic, it isn’t the first low-value coin to be retired in the United States, with the half-cent piece discontinued by Congress in 1857.
As Washington continues its mission to slash waste from the federal budget, the million-dollar question remains. Is the nickel, which costs 13.8 cents to make, next on our country’s list of disappearing coins?
Thousands of E-ZPass Customers Overcharged in Billing Error
As many as 8,000 E-ZPass customers who crossed Hudson River bridges in October were incorrectly billed for their tolls, and drivers are being urged to check their accounts to determine if they were affected by the mistake.
The New York State Thruway Authority reported
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But errors caused by an outside vendor had drivers facing significantly higher tolls.
“They took over $300 from me over two to three days,” wrote Danielle King Foster. “Told me three to four weeks to have it returned to me.”
“$250 gone like the wind!” fumed Brian Mazzariello, adding his experience to the litany of complaints.
NYSBA apologized for the error several days later, and noted that it was working with E-ZPass to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. A statement released by the agency on October 23 said that refunds will be issued to all impacted accounts.
In-Person Social Security Hearings Returning to Rockland
After months of advocacy, the West Nyack Social Security office will once again be offering in-person hearings, saving area residents from lengthy commutes to New York City or Albany.
uation, with the first in-person hearing scheduled to take place on November 17.
Lawler announced the return of in-person hearings at an October 31 press conference, where he was joined by County Executive Ed Day and State Senator Bill Weber.
“Social Security has been a cornerstone of American life for 90 years, helping millions retire with dignity and ensuring that those facing hardship get the support they deserve,” said Lawler. “I’ll always fight to protect and strengthen Social Security, making sure it works efficiently, accessibly and fairly for the people who depend on it.”
Speaking at the press conference, Bisignano credited Lawler for his continued efforts to ensure that those who chose not to conduct their hearings online or over the phone with an SSA administrative law judge could have another option.
“SSA continues to provide Americans with the support they need and the customer service they deserve, and the new hearings space reflects our commitment to meeting people where they are,” said Bisignano. “By establishing a new hearing office in the Hudson Valley, we are making it easier for people to access and receive the services they rely on.”
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My twelve-year-old son is a sensitive boy who had a warm and understanding rebbi last year. This year, however, his rebbi has a much tougher and more authoritative style. I’m concerned about how he’ll manage. I feel like a tough rebbi can totally break a kid who needs a more delicate touch. I know kids who have had rebbeim who were a poor match, and it really affected them long term. How can I help my son have a successful year?
Sincerely, A Caring Parent
Dear Parent,
You bring up an important point, and I deeply appreciate how attuned you are to your son. You’ve described a young boy who is sensitive and had a successful year with last year’s rebbi. That’s a huge strength and a sign that he has a supportive home environment that allows him to thrive. Now, as we settle in for the long haul after the Yomim Tovim with this new rebbi — who is known to be more assertive and tough — your concern is valid. You worry that this year will be a difficult one, and as we all hear too often today, one difficult year can sometimes lead to a child refusing to go to school altogether.
Your concern touches on something many parents today are grappling with. There has been a growing movement in our communities where parents, sometimes out of deep love and sometimes out of fear, respond to any friction or misalignment in the classroom by blaming the teacher or the rebbi. They may say, “He’s too harsh,” or, “He doesn’t understand my child,” or, “He’s going to ruin my son.” In many cases, that might be a valid concern, especially when we’re talking about a sensitive child. And of course, if there is abuse or demeaning treatment, that needs to be addressed immediately and decisively.
But I’d like to suggest something a little different — not in opposition to your concern, but as an expansion of it. What if we looked at this as an opportunity not just to protect your son, but to build him?
In our generation, we’re seeing a decline in something essential for emotional well-being and long-term success: resilience. Resilience means the ability to work through difficulties and succeed. Resilience doesn’t mean pushing down feelings or pretending everything is okay. Rather, it means teaching a child that even when life is difficult, even when things don’t go their way, even when someone’s tone or approach feels different or uncomfortable, they can still carry on. They
don’t have to fall apart. They can bend, adapt and ultimately grow. Anyone who has ever succeeded in anything had to develop resilience.
Your son is sensitive — and that’s a gift. Sensitive children are often bright, perceptive, emotionally intelligent and deeply spiritual. But sensitivity without resilience can become fragility. The goal is not to “toughen him up,” but to help him build an emotional toolbox so he can face discomfort without shutting down. The ability to manage uncomfortable or less than ideal situations will mean he’ll be able to successfully manage with friends, hanhalah, parnassah and even marriage.
I wonder if we can begin to frame this year differently. Instead of thinking, “This rebbi is too tough and my son won’t survive it,” you can say, “This rebbi is a new experience, and we’re going to use this challenge to help my son grow.”
You can tell your son, “We’re an open family. We value your feelings. You’re allowed to say what you feel. And you’re strong enough to live in a world where some people are different from what you’re used to.”
You can prepare him for some of the common things that might trigger his sensitivity:
“This rebbi speaks loudly or might sound angry or tense — not because he’s angry at you, but because that’s just his voice. It’s a very strong leadership voice.”
“If he says something strong, like, ‘Whoever doesn’t know this will be kicked out of class for the rest of the year,’ just know — he doesn’t mean it literally. He might be frustrated, and he might send someone out for a few
minutes, but it’s not a real threat.”
“When you feel that wave of emotion come up — when your heart beats fast or your stomach feels tight — remind yourself, ‘I’m safe. It’s just a feeling. I can handle it.’”
I love the metaphor of a turtle. A turtle doesn’t fight every threat. Sometimes it pulls into its shell. Other times it walks forward. You can teach your son to do the same. There will be moments when he needs to self-soothe, moments when he needs to express himself and share with you and share with the rebbi, and moments when he simply listens and lets things go.
This can become a daily practice. You can role-play at home. Pretend to be the rebbi and say something in a firm tone. Then pause and ask your son, “What did you hear? What did you feel? What else could that mean? How else can you respond?” You’re teaching him not just how to cope with this rebbi, but how to navigate life, friendships, future jobs, marriage and all relationships and situations where people are not going to work everything around accommodating his sensitivities.
When you do this, you’re teaching him that he has power. That he is strong and can handle that someone else has a different personality. That being uncomfortable is not dangerous; it’s part of growth.
If you go through this school year with that mindset, and help your son view it the same way, he may surprise you. He might come home and say, “It wasn’t easy, but I handled it.” And that is a win far greater than an easy year. That is a child who is ready for life.
Wishing you and your son a powerful, strengthening year ahead.
Mordechai Weinberger, LCSW is the Executive Director of Serenity Center Clinic in Monsey, where he leads a team of 40+ therapists treating children, teenagers and adults. The clinic provides care for depression, anxiety, OCD, marriage challenges, addiction and more. For more information, call 845286-2210 or visit serenityctr.com.
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It’s hard to hear that some people think Malky is a dispensable part of our family, but Hersh and I get chizuk from each other and the Pele Yoetz.
CHAPTER 4 ELEPHANTS, SKELETONS AND BANNERS
The entire world seemed to be adorned in flowers and foliage. Shuls, tables, dresses and cheesecakes were all covered in blooms and blossoms. The universe was smiling, and we were grinning right back.
“Git yuntiff! Git yuntiff!”
Our annual neighborhood ladies kiddush was in full swing when I arrived with Tillie and Malky. Bruchie Paskez, our talented hostess, had once again outdone herself. Mint green tablecloths, bamboo garden chairs with matching cutlery and plates, and delicate vases of tiny white flowers all just breathed spring.
I deposited my humble garden salad on the buffet table and started working the crowd.
It was my first formal outing with Malky, and the reactions were varied and memorable. The Lang twins kept running over, peeking and running away. Faigy Brauner magically disappeared every time I was in her vicinity. Chava’la Reingold was on a mission to compliment everything but the child. From Malky’s earrings to her blanket to the design on the hood of the Doona, everything was cute, sweet, adorable, petite, with zero
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mention of the baby at the center of it all.
But the top prize went to Bluma Feldstein. Never one to mince words, she marched over to the stroller, stared Malky in the face and exclaimed, “I cannot believe this. Why didn’t you tell me?! This is your baby? She’s a —”
“Baby,” I interrupted, smiling sweetly and refusing to let her complete her sentence with the word “Downy.” I had my speech down pat by this point. “She’s a baby. Her name is Malky.” My eyes searched out the Lang twins hovering nearby. I looked them each in the eye, inviting them to join me on this journey of joy and acceptance. “She has Down syndrome, and we love her just the way she is.”
In the easy manner of children, the twins accepted the facts right away. They came over to the stroller, engaging Malky in some form of finger play. They tickled her and enjoyed her throaty laughter in response. My biggest reward was hearing one whisper to the other, “They’re so lucky. I wish Mommy would have a baby just like Malky.”
The adults were harder to win over. I continued piling my plate with food, giving Malky tiny tastes of velvety cheesecake to her absolute delight.
“We’re so grateful,” I commented to no one in particular. “So many babies with Downs are on feeding tubes.”
My candid comment finally broke the barrier. After an initial rush of questions and clarifications, the conversation moved on to other topics. Malky was just another child in the neighborhood.
The davening wound down, and the men came to pick up their families. We were walking home with full stomachs and fuller hearts when we passed the Goldenkrantz residence.
The gleaming mahogany door opened to reveal the one and only Mrs. Ethel Goldenkrantz. European and middle-aged, Ethel was an anomaly in our neighbor-
I STOOD THERE FOR A FEW SECONDS, TRYING TO MAKE SENSE OF HER WORDS, WHEN ETHEL GESTURED FOR ME TO COME INSIDE
hood of mostly young, growing families who traversed the streets in Doonas, double strollers and push bikes. When we sat and schmoozed in each other’s backyards, dressed in mommy-friendly Shabbos robes and slippers, Ethel always hung back, balancing her stiffly curled sheitel on rigid shoulders, a wall of reserve cutting her off from the easy ebb and flow of our conversations. She always seemed to be in a hurry, her stormy grey eyes avoiding human contact and any possible intrusion into her very private life.
I watched as Ethel — still in her heels — clicked her way down the pathway to deposit a grape juice bottle in the recycling bin. I smiled and waved.
“Mrs. Goldenkrantz, come meet our princess.”
She blinked. She hesitated. And then, visibly against her will, she came close.
Malky chose that moment to show off her diagnosis in all its glory. She crinkled her eyes, hung her tongue out and waved her stubby little fingers in front of Ethel’s face.
I watched Ethel closely, wondering how she would react.
Ethel stared at Malky. At first, she drew back. Then, for the first time since I’d known her, I saw a relaxing of those tense shoulders.
Malky had this quality that drew people out of their self-imposed walls.
Another long look at Malky. “So, I see you also have a boo-boo.”
I stood there for a few seconds, trying to make sense of her words, when Ethel gestured for me to come inside.
We headed up the immaculate stone path and stepped into a gleaming entryway. Solid mirror formed the entry wall, polished marble gleamed on the floor. Lustrous mahogany furniture with gilded handles hugged the walls, which were adorned with gold picture frames. Everything shone.
And on the couch, decidedly un-shiny and unpolished, sat a young woman hunched over, seemingly disappearing into an oversized, faded bathrobe. As soon as we walked in, the figure melted off the couch and faded ghostlike into the deep recesses of the immaculate and expansive home.
Mrs. Goldenkrantz snuck one more glance into the Doona and a gurgling Malky and said it again, only this time her voice quivered. “So I see, you also have a boo-boo.” Then she jerked her thumb clumsily in the direction of the vanished phantom. “Social anxiety, depression, eating disorders. That’s Simi. My booboo.”
My boo-boo.
Words of protest and rebuke swelled in my chest. I
bit my lips, desperately holding back the torrent. My internal gavel pounded judgementally down right onto her gleaming mahogany coffee table.
I smothered the words, keeping them inside me instead. It hurt, but I held back. Later, in the company of unbiased, unhurt humans, I could say what I thought. For now, I nodded my head in commiseration. From a place of sympathy and compassion, I understood her. My seemingly perfect life had been painful for her to watch: cute, healthy children enjoying an open and loving relationship with their parents. No wonder she was so aloof. She couldn’t allow herself to come too close to the scene she wanted so badly for herself. But now that we also had an obvious challenge, she could allow herself to come a bit closer, hoping I could share in her pain. So as much as I despised her choice of words, I said nothing.
But when I rejoined my husband and kids outside, I couldn’t hold back. “Boo-boo? Boo-boos are bloody scrapes and garish black and blue marks. Sure, we all have boo-boos, but a boo-boo is on the person, not the person himself! How dare she call her child a booboo?”
My husband smiled slightly. “Our challenges are not boo-boos. The word ‘nisayon’ is related to the word ‘nes,’ a banner — a flag raised high for all to see. A nisayon displays the qualities of the one who is being tested. We don’t get to choose what life brings us. All we can choose is how to respond.”
A banner. I compared that image to all the metaphors I’d heard until now. Skeleton in the closet. Elephant in the room. Such misleading metaphors. Our lichtige children are not skeletons, elephants or booboos. They are our children. We are a family, navigating challenges together, facing our nisyonos with courage and dignity.
That message was like my own personal Matan Torah, a bas kol yotzeis meHar Choirev
Many challenges were around the corner, and we would need every drop of that clarity and strength to keep the banner high.
COMING NEXT WEEK: WAS I JUST IN DENIAL AFTER ALL?
Names and identifying details have been changed. This serial reflects the author’s personal experiences. Every child with Down syndrome is unique, and so are their families. Halacha, hashkafah, developmental and medical decisions should be referred to the appropriate rabbanim and professionals.
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Jacob learns that the members of his mess keep kosher while at camp, and he is relieved. He is determined to take Israel under his wing and look after him.
Rebecca
Gabriel favors the nurse. With his own mother his back is arched, his little eyes and forehead drawn with angry lines. But in the woman’s dark arms he is at peace. Rebecca watches them, her baby, her child, cooing softly in the arms of another, and the pain is enough to rip her in two.
She sits stiffly as she watches them from across the room, her hands clasped in her lap, fighting the urge to grab her child from the woman’s arms and hold him in her own. It wouldn’t help anything. Gabriel’s little chin would quiver, his mouth would open, and then he would let out a wail that would tell her firmly whose embrace he preferred.
She is not angry with Betsy. How could she be, when the woman has shown her nothing but kindness and patience? But the room is hot, and Gabriel had wailed for most of the hour. He paid no heed to her rocking and shushing and bouncing, only getting more agitated as
the moments passed. And she grew agitated with him, the heat and the cries mixing together to form a thunderstorm within her. And now he lies calmly in the arms of another. Peaceful, content. As if the last hour had been only her imaginings.
“I can care for the child, miss, if you have something else to attend to.” Betsy has noticed her staring. “I will let you know when he is hungry.”
Rebecca stands too quickly. “Yes. Thank you, Betsy.” She turns to leave the room, but looks back once more at Gabriel’s calm face.
“He will be alright, miss.” Betsy smiles. The woman thinks she’s worried about her baby, worried to leave him. But it is more a lacking, a yearning, to be able to do what Betsy does with ease, that troubles her.
“I don’t have a mother.” The words are blurted out from Rebecca’s mouth, and she feels the burning of her cheeks immediately. “I mean — that is —”
“But Gabriel does, miss.” Betsy’s voice is soft. “He is but two months old, miss. Most babies are irritable at this age. You are not doing anything wrong.”
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“But he hates me!” Rebecca knows it isn’t so, but it feels good to say it. “I hold him and he squirms and squeals and then he lets out a pain-filled wail that pierces my heart.”
“They cry, miss. It is their way. You will learn each other; I am sure of it.” Betsy turns Gabriel so he faces Rebecca, stroking his cheek. “There, child. You must be kind to your poor mother.” She gestures to Rebecca to take the baby, murmuring softly to the little one. “Go on, now.”
Rebecca holds him stiffly, waiting for the baby’s body to tense under her touch.
Betsy sighs. “He can feel your fear, miss. He must feel comfortable, safe.” Betsy’s voice is a whisper. “Let him know with your touch that it’s alright if he cries, that you will hold him tightly even if he wails through the night.”
Rebecca breathes in deeply, trying to send a feeling of warmth and safety to the little one in her arms. She relaxes her arms, allowing her fingertips to loosen their grip. Gabriel looks at her, his gaze still and clear, and the moment is as perfect as she could have hoped it to be, until his dimpled chin starts quivering. Rebecca tenses, waiting for the mouth to open wide, for his little tongue to lash out with an ear-splitting wail. But it doesn’t. Gabriel gives a little sigh, then his chin quivers again.
Betsy chuckles. “They do that sometimes, miss. Little shakes in their chin. Don’t think anything of it.” She stands, giving a smile at the sight of the baby in the arms of his mother. “I think the mistress will be needing me soon in the kitchen, but don’t be hesitant to call if you need help.”
With a curtsy, she is gone, leaving Rebecca and Gabriel alone.
Judith
She is almost through. The stew is bubbling on the stovetop, the bread cooling on the table, and it is only two o’clock. The staff will take over with the setting and serving of the meal; all that is left for her
to do is wash and dress for dinner. She removes her apron, walking quickly on the stone-tiled hall toward the front of the house.
She can hear Rebecca in the parlor, talking softly, and she quickens her pace through the foyer, hoping to reach the staircase without notice. It is not that she is afraid of her sister-in-law. No, she is not afraid. Only tired. The day has been too hot for another quarrelsome conversation. Head bent low, she rushes past the parlor, glancing only for a moment into the room.
Rebecca breathes in deeply, trying to send a feeling of warmth and safety to the little one in her arms
But the scene before her eyes causes her to recoil: Rebecca, sitting on the sofa, with Gabriel in her arms. She is smiling at the baby, cooing, and the sweet sound of the baby’s gurgles fills the room.
Judith cannot help herself. She is frozen in the hall, heart racing, knuckles white as they grasp the banister of the staircase. It is her sofa. It is her house. But it is not her child.
She can see them now, right there in the parlor: Abigail’s sweet dimpled chin, just like her father’s; Joseph’s soft curls that would wrap around her finger. And Leah. Sweet, little Leah. So small. Forever small. Her loves, her lights, they are with her. She is with them in the parlor, too. She is singing to them, she is holding them, she is stroking their soft cheeks. Whispers and giggles, a baby nestled in the crook of her arm, while the sun streams in softly from the windows. She can see it, touch it, feel it, the fullness of the moment, the happiness that was once hers. It is there, just beyond the doorway.
“Abraham? Is that you in the foyer?” Rebecca’s voice calls out.
“Come to the parlor. I am sure that Gabriel just smiled.”
No. It is not hers. Her happiness is gone, her children but memories. That is all. Memories. She closes her eyes tightly, willing her mind to stop its teasing and taunting. It is Rebecca. It is Gabriel. Her children are —
“Judith?” Rebecca stands in the doorway. “Is everything alright?”
She opens her eyes slowly, ruing the silent tear that has escaped.
“Yes.” Her voice comes out like jagged glass, a raspy whisper that burns her throat.
“You do not look well, Judith.” Rebecca looks at her with eyes that ooze with concern and pity, but she does not care, does not notice what the child in her arms does to her. “Should I send for the doctor?”
“No!” She has spoken too loudly, her words echoing about the house, and Rebecca takes a step back. “I am quite well. I thank you for your concern.”
She turns quickly, hurrying up the stairs. She must get away from Rebecca, away from the baby. She cannot trust her heart, her eyes, her mouth. Everything is swimming around her, and she does not know what is real and what is gone.
“What have I ever done to you?” Rebecca’s voice calls after her. “Perhaps it would be better if I had not paid you any heed at all.”
Judith does not stop. Up the stairs, to the landing, into the hall, where at last she is safe. She leans against the wall, panting softly. Rebecca cannot see her now. She closes her eyes, inhaling deeply. She cannot face her, not now. Not when the girl will flare her nostrils and smile with an evil gleam in her eye, not when the girl holds everything she yearns for.
Rebecca’s voice travels up the stairwell, sending a coldness with it.
“You wish me gone”
“I understand perfectly.” Rebecca’s voice travels up the stairwell, sending a coldness with it. “You wish me gone.”
Judith clamps a hand over her mouth, desperately trying to keep her cries silent. She will not let Rebecca hear her pain. She will not answer her. She is a heaving mess of tears and shudders, and it is all the girl’s doing.
But Rebecca does not move. She waits at the bottom of the stairs, waits for Judith to send down a retort that will breathe the fire back to life.
At last, Judith can hear Gabriel stir, and Rebecca sighs. With a swish of cotton, she is gone, leaving Judith in peace at last.
But it is not peace that she feels. There is an aching, gaping wound within her that will never be whole again.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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1. Place the brown sugar, cocoa and salt in a pot over medium heat.
2. Add ½ cup of milk, and stir until combined and the sugar has melted.
3. Add the remaining milk, stirring occasionally until it is steaming.
4. Remove from heat. Add vanilla extract, and mix.
5. Pour into heat-proof mugs. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
PUDDING COOKIES Vanilla
These cookies are effortlessly, classically addictive.
INGREDIENTS
7 oz. oil
2 eggs
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
1 box vanilla pudding
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. baking soda
⅛ tsp. salt
1 cup chocolate chips
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 375°.
2¼ cups Wondermills flour
In a large bowl, mix all ingredients besides flour.
3. Add the flour last, and mix until just incorporated.
4. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto a baking sheet, and bake for 9 minutes.
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CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES Olive Oil
Gourmet and good for you, the olive oil creates that depth of flavor without the cookie tasting like olive oil.
INGREDIENTS
1¾ cups + 3 T. Wondermills flour
1 tsp. baking soda
½ tsp. kosher salt
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¾ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chunks
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350°.
2. Whisk together the first three ingredients, and set aside.
3. Beat the olive oil with sugars until fluffy.
4. Add the egg, egg yolk and vanilla, and mix.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients along with the chocolate chunks, and mix until just combined.
6. Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto a cookie sheet, and bake for 9 to 11 minutes.
PEANUT BUTTER BLONDIES Chocolate Chip
A perfect blondie can hit the spot just as much as individual cookies — with minimal effort.
INGREDIENTS
¾ stick margarine, melted
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
⅔ cup peanut butter
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup Wondermills flour
½ tsp. salt
1½ cups chocolate chips
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Line a 9x13” pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the melted margarine, sugars and peanut butter until smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla, and mix.
4. Whisk the flour and salt, then add to the batter along with the chocolate chips (reserving some to sprinkle on top, if desired), mixing until just incorporated.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool, and cut into squares.
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Think “prefab,” and your mind might jump to Playmobil extravaganzas or slapped together dorm rooms. But in today’s housing world, prefabricated — or more precisely, modular — can mean full-size, full-quality and often, fully installed between one Shabbos and the next.
Modular homes are no longer the schlocky quick-fixes of the past. They’re architect-designed, code-compliant and gaining popularity for good reason: They offer affordability, speed and surprising customization — all without compromising on quality or looks.
So how does it work? Is it really as pashut as picking your floor plan, signing a contract, and waiting for your house to show up like a UPS delivery?
Let’s explore how modular homes take shape.
Planning and Design
The process begins much like any traditional build: You sit down with a builder — or modular home provider — and choose the layout, room count, finishes, and even the pitch of the roof. Some companies offer online design tools, but many buyers still prefer the panim el panim walk-through of staged models or 3D renderings.
Modular doesn’t mean cookiecutter. From open-plan kitchens to built-in seforim shelves, customizations are possible — though you’ll need to work within the limitations of transport and factorybuilt construction. Each section of the home (called a “module,” as in “modular”) must fit onto a flatbed truck and survive the schlep to your property. This means that most single modules max out at around 60 to 76 feet long, 14 to 16 feet wide, and 11 to 13 feet tall. But the magic happens when multiple modules are combined like puzzle pieces onsite.
From design to permit can take anywhere from two to six months, depending on your location, zoning and level of customization (and protektzia). Modular construction itself moves fast, but unfortunately, they still haven’t invented modular bureaucrats.
Groundwork and Site Prep
While your house is being built offsite in a climate-controlled facility, work begins onsite. This stage mirrors a traditional foundation job, with excavation, pouring of footings, and possibly a crawl space or full basement depending on what you’ve selected.
In most cases, this happens at the same time as factory production of the modules, shaving weeks or even months off the construction timeline. Utilities like water, sewer, gas and electricity are installed, and the contractor makes sure to keep everything code compliant.
The site prep stage can take from two to six weeks depending on weather, soil and location — longer in hilly or rocky terrain. Still, compared to the endless delays of standard construction, it’s k’heref ayin
Factory Construction
Now here’s where the chiddush of modular homes really comes through.
In a sprawling warehouse hundreds of miles from your address, skilled workers begin building your future living room. This includes not only framing the room, but also plumbing, insulation and electrical wiring, as well as the installation of windows, sheetrock, flooring, and even cabinetry and appliances. Because it all happens indoors, weather isn’t a factor, and delays are rare. Factory precision means fewer mistakes, less waste and consistent quality.
Every module is built to comply with the International Residential Code (IRC) or applicable state standards. Once complete, each unit is inspected, labeled and wrapped for delivery. It’s not unusual for 80 to 90% of the home — including finished interiors — to be complete before it ever leaves the facility.
Total build time in the factory? Just 4 to 12 weeks.
STEP 4
Transport
Remember: These homes aren’t delivered in cardboard boxes. Each module is an oversized load — some stretching nearly the full width of the road — and they may need to travel hundreds of miles to your property. This means permits, pilot vehicles and precision planning. Transport crews carefully map routes in advance, avoiding low bridges, tight turns, and weight-restricted roads. Delivery usually happens early in the morning to avoid traffic, and police escorts are required for especially large shipments. The trucks may move slowly, but when the entire second floor of your house is in tow, slow is a maaleh
Crane Construction
Here’s where it gets exciting.
You wake up early, coffee in hand, and stand outside with your builder (and half the neighborhood), watching. A flatbed truck pulls in. Then another. And another. Each carries a module of your new home, plasticwrapped like a massive mishloach manos. A crane arrives next, and with practiced choreography, the modules are hoisted and placed onto the waiting foundation.
Alignment has to be perfect. Workers then bolt the sections together, seal the seams, and weatherproof the shell. If the house has a second story, the crane lifts it atop the first, just like Lego.
The full crane set typically takes one to three days, depending on complexity and weather. Yes, you can literally go to sleep in an empty lot and wake up to a two-story house the next morning (that is, if you can sleep like I can).
Finishing Touches
Even after the modules are placed, there’s still work to do.
Interior trim must be completed where walls join, stairs must be installed (if applicable), siding applied, and plumbing/electrical connections finalized. Seam work, roofing joints, HVAC hookups and inspections are all wrapped up in this phase.
If your builder is organized — and the weather behaves — this can all happen in under three weeks. Then it’s keys in hand. Bruchim ha’ba’im!
Are They Built To Last?
One of the biggest misconceptions about modular homes is that they’re somehow more flimsy than traditional homes. In truth, they often exceed code requirements. Because modules must withstand the rigors of transport, they’re built with reinforced framing and additional structural integrity.
Most modular homes use 2×6 framing instead of 2×4, and are insulated beyond code minimums. Once assembled and finished, they’re nearly indistinguishable from site-built homes.
But Are They… Nice?
It’s the question people are too polite to ask, but you can see it on their faces.
The truth is, modular homes can be absolutely beautiful. Some resemble classic Colonials. Others lean modern. You can get shingled exteriors, granite countertops, arched ceilings, and crown molding. And if you’re not into these chumros? No problem. Basic models offer clean lines, durable materials, and a simplicity that befits our lifestyle.
Halachic and Community Considerations
For Yidden, there are unique considerations that come into play. Will the house allow for mezuzah placement on inner doorposts? Is the kitchen layout suited for kosher use? Can the builder accommodate a Shabbos-friendly fridge or space for a sukkah deck?
The answer is usually yes — if you ask early enough. Modular homes are surprisingly flexible, but only within the scope of preplanning. Want a double oven, extra dining space for Shabbos and Yom Tov guests, or a room that can double as a Pesach kitchen? Those decisions must be made before the module goes into production, and not as the delivery trucks pull up onto your lot.
Zoning is another key factor. Local rules may or may not permit modular homes on every lot, and each town has its own take on setbacks, accessory units and lot coverage. A good modular builder should be familiar with the region and help guide the approvals process.
Modular Home Stats at a Glance
Factory build time: 4–12 WEEKS
Total time from design to move-in:
3–9 MONTHS
(versus 12–24 months for traditional builds)
Onsite setup and finish:
2–6 WEEKS
Cost per square foot: $100–$200
base price, depending on location and finishes
Savings when compared to a traditional build: 10–25% ON AVERAGE
Most common size:
1,200–3,000 square feet, boasting 2–4 bedrooms
FINANCING: STANDARD MORTGAGE OPTIONS OFTEN AVAILABLE
Popularity: In some states (like North Carolina, Michigan and Pennsylva nia), modular homes account for UP TO 10% of new single-family builds
So Who’s Buying?
While still more common in out-of-town communities, modular homes are catching on in more established neighborhoods too, especially among:
Young couples priced out of the market
Retirees building in-law suites near family
Developers creating yeshiva housing
Families expanding on inherited land
Modular is not about compromise. It’s about choosing a smarter way to build, without the months-long delays and budget creep of a typical project.
Is It Right for You?
If you have land and want to build quickly — and if you like the idea of a home that’s 90% complete before the first hammer swings on your lot — modular could be the eitzah
Just make sure you’re working with a builder who understands both the technical process and the values of our community. Ask to tour a factory if possible. Meet other families who’ve built modular. And always read the fine print.
No, modular isn’t for everyone — but it’s definitely for more people than you’d think. And if you’ve ever dreamed of watching your house roll in on a truck like you just got an Amazon Prime delivery… you might just be one of them.
Nesanel Yoel Safran is a writer, chef and student of Torah and life. You can read about all of this and more on his blog Soul Foodie (soulfoodiecom.wordpress.com) and contact him at soulfoodie613@gmail.com.
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New Square, Kiryas Yoel, Lakewood. Dotted across the Tristate area are modernday shtetls that have experienced exponential growth in a relatively short time. They’ve been spurred by the dream of Yidden to live in a place where they feel a sense of community and where it’s safe for their children to play in the streets. But while shtetls were diligently being replanted in the foreign soil of America, across the nation, the general population was busy pursuing what they saw as the American dream: a cottage surrounded by a white picket fence, fronted by an immaculate green lawn.
One of the most cherished ideals of the modern era is the right to privacy and individuality. “Good fences make good neighbors,” said poet Robert Frost. Suburbs emerged across America one by one during the mid-20th century, with families sealing themselves inside large suburban homes, leaving for work in cars that drove out of garages and returned the same way at the end of the day, never stepping outside to meet their neighbors.
But in the heady pursuit of the dream of privacy and home ownership, something very precious was lost: a sense of community. This has given rise to what social scientists are calling the loneliness epidemic. It’s a problem that has received much recognition since COVID, as the pandemic revealed what many had long overlooked: Man is not an island, and loneliness could be deadly.
Across the world, new communities that embrace the joy of living and interacting with neighbors have sprung up over time. Some have been built intentionally, while others have grown organically. But all of them are unique in that, instead of boxing people in, they bring them together. These communities, whether built intentionally or not, spark innovation and make people think: What’s the healthiest way for people to live in the age of modernity, and how can we bring people together instead of pushing them apart?
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Frum developers take note: if you build a place like Serenbe for the heimish community, I’ll be the first to sign up. Serenbe is an unusual place, likely the only town of its kind in America. It was purpose-built from the ground up and aims to be a serene, healthy place for families to live while remaining close to the city. As its founder puts it: “It’s designed to connect people to nature and to each other.”
Serenbe is the brainchild of Atlanta businessman Steven Nygren. His wife came up with the name, combining “serenity” and “to be.” While raising their family in Atlanta, he noticed how much his children benefited from spending time on weekends on a farm and horse ranch outside the city. He eventually bought the property, and his children loved riding the horses and tending to the farm. When he discovered that the nearby forest in Chattahoochee Hills was going to be developed and the trees cut down, he had an epiphany: What if he could save those acres of woodland, while allowing families to enjoy the serenity of living within nature?
Serenbe follows the principles of New Urbanism: People live close together, yet never too far from nature. The design is closely patterned after the typical English countryside village: a high street lined with shops, with most houses clustered around it, while acres of forest and fields are just steps away. Houses in Serenbe are built with front porches to encourage neighborliness, but without backyards, since the forest is everybody’s backyard.
Serenbe is only a half hour away from Atlanta, where most of the residents work, so it’s not quite the country. But it isn’t quite the city, either. The streets of Serenbe are designed to be highly walkable, with nothing too far from anything. As a matter of fact, after walking and biking, the most common mode of transportation is the golf cart. Serenbe spans 1,200 acres, of which 70% is designated as preserved forest and meadows. There are over fifteen miles of walking trails, winding around waterfalls and creeks. There are also charming blueberry bushes on almost every corner.
The genius of Serenbe is that it doesn’t
The charming Serenbe village
look like a planned community. This is not a town of straight lines and identical row houses. The curvilinear streets wind through the town in organic loops, and there are no cookie-cutter houses. Buyers can choose from cottages, larger homes or apartments in multi-family buildings designed with courtyards and gardens for neighborly mingling.
Most of all, Serenbe residents pride themselves with their very own farm. The 25-acre organic farm produces over three hundred varieties of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. Many residents and their children volunteer at the farm, and the entire community can enjoy the organic bounty at Serenbe’s weekly farmers’ market.
Much of Serenbe is designed to work with the earth, not against it. The plants used for landscaping are primarily local, native plants, which need much less watering. Additionally, there are no water- and fertilizer-gobbling lawns in Serenbe, and similarly, residents can choose to heat their homes with geothermal heating, which pulls warmth from deep underground. Even the exterior lighting is designed with thoughtful intention: all outdoor lighting is downward-facing to avoid illuminating the sky and obstructing the view of the stars.
The entire structure of Serenbe is designed around the concept of community and neighborliness. Neighbors get together at the farmers’ market, at classes and at plays put on by residents. As its founder, Steven Nygren, says, “It’s not complicated at all. It’s just common sense.”
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If your idea of paradise is a lonely, bare spot in the desert, with no electricity, no running water, no police presence and no rules, then get yourself an RV and hitch it to a concrete slab in Slab City, California. A Social Security pension is highly recommended, since that would possibly be your only source of income, unless you enjoy scavenging, repurposing and selling trash.
The population swells in the winter, mostly with migrating “snowbirds,” or retirees looking for a warm place to spend the winter. Permanent residents proudly call themselves “Slabbies,” while referring to the fluctuating tourist and temporary population as “Normies.” With summer temperatures soaring to over 120°, only the hardiest of “Slabbies” remain during the brutal summer months.
It’s called Slab City because of the concrete
slabs left at the site after the U.S. Army abandoned the former WWII training camp. It was first settled by a few veterans who had formerly worked there, and then began attracting drifters and outcasts on the periphery of polite society. Some were simply retirees looking for a nice, warm and free spot to park their RVs. Others were society’s misfits who were too creative and “out of the box” to fit into the constraints of regular, tax-paying life.
It takes a tough hide to survive in Slab City. In the winter, the population swells to about 4,000, but during the summer, only a diehard, leathered 150 remain. With a combination of ingenuity and the kindness of neighbors, Slabbies manage by hooking up solar panels and trucking in water from a nearby town. Their homes are a motley combination of RVs, repurposed junk, tents or self-built tiny homes.
in. The “mountain” is covered in layers of colorful painted murals, with slogans exhorting people to just be good.
Of course, living in a place without rules has its downside. Slab City is divided into neighborhoods, some of which are more neighborly than others. Some neighborhoods are populated by an older crowd whose members look out for each other. However, some other neighborhoods have attracted a darker element that finds the lack of rules very attractive. But regular Slabbies shrug off the occasional crime as the price of living there. Says one longtime resident, “The price of freedom isn’t always free.”
If you think “Slabbies” are a miserable, down-on-their-luck bunch, then you haven’t scratched the surface of what residents call “the last free place in America.” Slab City is home to an astonishingly creative art scene. With abundant free material (trash), abundant free time and abundantly unleashed creativity with zero boundaries, local artists have made Slab City into a wild and colorful living art exhibit. Artist Leonard Knight spent 30 years of his life digging, building and painting what he called “Salvation Mountain,” a landmark that Slabbies take great pride
THE BABUSHKAS OF CHERNOBYL
The word Chernobyl may evoke stories of miracle-working rebbes and droves of chassidim traveling the roads to spend Yom Tov with their rebbe. Nowadays, Chernobyl, a city in Ukraine, is an abandoned, toxic wasteland, surrounded by miles of fencing lined with frightening signs warning of possible death if one dares to enter.
In April of 1986, the world watched in horror as the Soviet Union’s largest nuclear reactor caught fire and exploded, releasing a plume of toxic radiation that drifted over much of Europe. Traces of radiation were detected even as far as the east coast of the United States. It was the beginning of the end for the teetering Communist dictatorship, as their usual pattern of denial and obfuscation wasn’t enough to hide their sheer incompetence and lack of care for their citizens. Officials quickly moved to evacuate Chernobyl and the nearby city of Pripyat, fencing off a “Dead Zone” of 30 kilometers around the blown reactor.
In the city of Pripyat, rows of drab Sovietera apartment buildings sit eerily empty, tattered curtains still waving in some windows, while wolves and other feral animals wander through the crumbling, abandoned city. Most hauntingly, an amusement park that was set to open on May 1, 1986, never heard the delighted shrieks of children. Its bumper cars and roller coasters lie rusting in place, while an occasional breeze sets the Ferris Wheel into a creaky turn.
Entry into the exclusion zone is strictly forbidden, although numerous thrill seekers have sneaked through the fence and past the guards to explore the abandoned ghost town, Geiger counters in hand. But when a film crew reporting on the 25th anniversary of the disaster entered the zone in full decontamination gear, what they saw shocked them. They saw smoke rising from a chimney in the distance, and they set out to investigate.
To their utter shock, they discovered that wolves, moose and deer were not the only
The ghost city of Chernobyl
inhabitants of the contaminated and forbidden exclusion zone. A hardy group of babushkas had sneaked back into their ancestral villages, living on their own and managing with what they could grow or raise. Their husbands had long since died, whether from alcohol, lifelong cigarette addiction, radiation or a combination of these ailments. But these hardy babushkas remained, not only surviving, but also thriving.
“Radiation doesn’t scare me; starvation does,” says Hannah Zavorotyna, the unelected mayor of her “village,” population six. The babushkas claim that it is better to stay and brave the risk of radiation than to suffer a fate they saw happen to many of the evacuees who died of sadness. Although the rates of cancer have soared among the evacuees and inhabitants of nearby Belarus and Ukraine, these hardy babushkas remain healthy, despite eating food foraged from contaminated ground, and living in an area that has the highest radiation levels in the world. They have formed their own sisterhood, visiting each other for sips of homemade vodka and sharing the produce they grow.
The return of the wolves was the first indicator that all was not as bad as the scientists had warned. For centuries, wolves had kept to the forests and stayed away from populated areas. Now, with so few humans around, the wolves have made themselves at home in what was once a Soviet model city. Despite warnings of two-headed animals and blue frogs being born, the wildlife in Pripyat and Chernobyl is thriving, with predators having a lush variety of rabbits, fish and small animals to choose from on their menu.
The babushkas have seen more than their share of suffering, and the forced evacuation was one last injustice that they couldn’t bear. They lived through the Holodomor, the famine that Stalin forced on
Ukraine in the 1930s. They witnessed the Nazi invasion and then lived through the brutal Communist regime. It’s an incredible story of the power of home and community, and is a testament to the fact that life isn’t a numbers game of scientific facts. These women continue to live and thrive, shooing deer and moose away from their crops and picking radioactive mushrooms, defying scientists’ dire predictions every day. They’ve even outlived many of their counterparts who were evacuated, many who were felled by cancer or consumed with depression.
“This is where my mother is buried, my father is buried. This is where I buried my babies. This is my home, and I’m not leaving it.”
OTHER INTERESTING COMMUNITIES
Schoonship, Amsterdam: THE FLOATING ECO-COMMUNITY
Schoonship is an eco-conscious community built on a canal in Amsterdam. The houses float on the canal and are connected by a jetty. Their goal is to be completely self-sustaining. Warmth is drawn from the water to heat the homes, while an extensive array of solar panels enables community members to share electricity. Schoonship is made up of 46 households living on 30 “arks.” During the summer months, the children jump out of their bedroom windows directly into the canal to swim!
Loma Linda, California: HOME TO SUPERAGERS
Loma Linda is an unintentional community that has fascinated longevity scientists because of its disproportionately large number of “superagers.” Superagers are people who not only live much longer than their counterparts, but also remain relatively healthy and sharp into old age.
Scientists say that these superagers live longer because of their unique lifestyles. Most Loma Linda residents belong to the Seventh-day Adventist religious group. This group observes their Sabbath on the actual Shabbos and follows a healthy lifestyle that prioritizes a plant-based diet, no alcohol and very little, if any, meat. In addition, they have a strong sense of community and meet regularly with friends to share meals.
Whittier, Alaska: THE TOWN THAT LIVES IN ONE BUILDING
There is only one way into the town of Whittier, Alaska: through a one-way tunnel that changes direction every 30 minutes. There is also only one destination in Whittier: the fourteen-story Begich Towers, where the entire town lives. The former army base living quarters is home to about two hundred residents. An apartment on the first floor serves as Whittier’s only grocery store, as overpriced as any bungalow colony grocery. Rush hour in Whittier means waiting a looooong time for the elevator as it makes stops on every floor. Whittier’s school is accessed by going to the basement, then taking a long tunnel to reach Whittier’s only educational center. This way, there’s no risk of your children having any polar bear encounters. And on the way home, you’d better make sure you get to that tunnel before 10:30 p.m., when it closes. If you’re too late, you can get yourself a special t-shirt: POW (Prisoner Of Whittier).
THE PITFALLS OF PARADISE
In 1962, three out-of-work hotel workers parked their trailer in the sands of Moray Beach, Scotland. They started planting vegetables, something they were told would never take hold in the sandy soil. Eileen Caddy started gardening by listening to her “inner voice,” and soon succeeded in growing giant vegetables,
including a famous 40-pound cabbage. Slowly, the community started attracting similarly spiritual-minded people, and the idealistic ecocommunity of Findhorn was born.
Findhorn isn’t just a friendly, eco-conscious place to live. The village subscribes to a vague, undefined spiritual ethos. Residents are encouraged to connect with their “inner wisdom” and to work in tandem with the natural world. Its aim is to foster harmony between “self, others and the planet.”
Living in Findhorn is not only about hippy-dippy philosophy. The village is a quaint medley of whimsically built eco-houses, made of natural materials such as recycled wood and stone, and naturally insulated with straw bales and sheep’s wool. The community has its own
SO WHAT COULD GO WRONG? HUMAN NATURE, IT SEEMS. A STRING OF DISASTERS THAT STARTED ABOUT FIVE YEARS AGO HAS LEFT THE COMMUNITY IN PERIL
Home at Findhorn
wind turbine to generate energy, and all wastewater is recycled and used.
Some of the quirkier houses are built with more unconventional methods. Five houses in the community are made out of giant whiskey barrels culled from a local distillery (this is Scotland, home of Johnnie Walker and Glenfiddich, after all). Another innovative house is insulated with wine corks (one has to wonder — did they drink all that wine themselves?).
Important decisions in the community are made by gathering the community members to reach a consensus. Everyone in the community contributes in some way — some by cooking and maintenance, and others by gardening, teaching or administration. The community fosters togetherness and collaboration with its frequent meetings and group therapy sessions. They still grow and sell a healthy assortment of vegetables, which provides income for Findhorn Village.
So what could go wrong? Human nature, it seems. A string of disasters that started about five years ago has left the community in peril, and its future seems uncertain. A worker in the community was told he was being let go after fifteen years of employment. Disgruntled, he set fire to two main buildings before he left. (Where did fifteen years of spiritual work and listening to his inner voice go?) The main community center and a few outbuildings were completely destroyed, leaving the community reeling. Then, along with the rest of the world, they were hit by a double whammy. First came Brexit, which limited the number of foreign students and volunteers. Then came COVID-19, which brought an end to their eco-tourism, which was — and remains — one of the primary income sources for the village. Rising costs, a result of the current economic conditions, have also affected Findhorn’s ability to finance itself.
For now, Findhorn continues to exist as an eco-village. But the Findhorn Foundation, their education program, has been closed. They
continue to struggle as they attempt to rebuild, aligning their utopian visions with the harsh reality of the modern-day economy.
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Ever found yourself in a bit of a pickle and called in the professionals only to realize the situation was more comedic than catastrophic?
From phantom leaks to mysteriously malfunctioning light bulbs, calling a repairman for absurd reasons can lead to some laugh-out-loud moments. Here are six accounts
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AS TOLD TO HINDY KLEIN
My husband and I are normal, capable people. Maybe we need a handyman’s help to hang a mirror, and perhaps we need to say “righty tighty, lefty loosey” before turning a screwdriver, but we get by.
When we bought our first home, tiny and old notwithstanding, we were so grateful to be homeowners, and we felt like real adults! But houses don’t come along with manuals, and there was quite the learning curve after moving in. But still, we kind of figured things out as time went on.
The second summer we lived in that house, we began suspecting that the central air conditioning — which wasn’t in tip-top shape to begin with — wasn’t working all that well. The house was staying uncomfortably warm, even though the A/C was working really hard to keep up, and when we put our hands near the vents, we felt only a lazy puff of lukewarm air.
Time to call the A/C guy, we decided glumly. We were living on a shoestring budget, and repair expenses were never fun, but what could we do? We couldn’t spend the summer in a 78° house.
The A/C repair guy was duly called, he showed up a few hours later, and I directed him to the intimidating A/C unit in the boiler room. I retreated upstairs, all the while worrying about unfixable A/C systems and parts that were too big to fit through the front door.
A few minutes later, the repairman called me downstairs. He was wearing a big grin and holding a huge, dusty, dirty thing in his hand that looked like it was hoarding all the dust that could possibly have been created since the house was built.
“This is a filter,” he said kindly. “It needs to be washed every few months, and in the summer, every month.”
“Oh,” I said sheepishly. “I — we didn’t know.”
“How long have you been living in this house?” he asked.
“This is our second summer here.”
“Well, you just need to change the filter!” he said. “No repair necessary.”
Of course, we had to pay for the service visit, and this one cost just a little bit of ego, too.
A LIGHTING LESSON
AS TOLD TO GOLDIE HIRSCH
When I moved into my new house, I knew I was getting a property that boasted incredible landscaping. The manicured front garden was lined with bushes, plants and flowers (whose names I would have to learn), complete with garden spotlights that worked with a timer and glowed beautifully at night.
The previous owners were retirees who had cared for this garden as if it were their baby — mowing every weekend, replacing mulch, fertilizing the ground and meticulously pulling weeds. I, however, had my own children to care for and knew I wouldn’t have time for such tedious upkeep. My monthly mowing couldn’t compete with their weekly routine, and I figured it wouldn’t be long before the flowers, bushes and grass lost their lush, vibrant green.
But it wasn’t just the upkeep. My rambunctious bunch quickly learned that the garden doubled as a playground. My kids had a heyday with the mulch, biked across the lawn, and played kugelach
with the decorative stones. Even my neighbors and I would set chairs on the grass, bungalow-colony style, while we watched our kids enjoying the outdoors. I learned to close my mouth and bite my tongue, reminding myself that the outside wasn’t only for scenic views; it was meant for kids to play and enjoy. And that’s what they did.
That is, until they pulled out the garden lights. Now, with no streetlights on my block, night plunged our property into literal darkness. Of course, I tried fixing them. I stuck them back in the ground, jiggled the wires and tapped the fixtures, but... nothing. They simply would not turn on.
The next time the previous owner came to pick up his mail, I sheepishly asked him where to buy more of these lights.
“They’re LED,” he said. “They’re unbreakable. They don’t burn out.”
“I know,” I said. “But with my kids around, things tend to break. I tried everything, and they won’t light up. I’ll just get new ones.”
He shrugged and started tinkering with the lights and wires. I watched awkwardly, hoping he wouldn’t notice the current state of the lawn.
It took just a minute. A small flicker, and then the lights blazed to life. “The wires were simply not plugged into the outlet on the wall,” he said with a grin. He hopped into his car, yelling, “I told you they weren’t broken! Enjoy your kiddies!”
Yeah, I felt pretty dumb. But it also turns out my kids aren’t the little devils I thought they were.
FLICKERING FLAMES
MALKA KATZMAN
As a proud newlywed in our brand-new kitchen, I was excited to whip up gourmet meals from the cookbooks lined up on the counter. There was a sense of endlessness to the adventures of cooking — the never-ending options, variations and combinations. My fingers tingled with anticipation.
I started my soup by frying the onions, as any balabuste worth her salt would. I put some oil in the frying pan and tossed in the finely diced onions I had been crying over for the last ten minutes. Then I turned on the flame. A flame flickered and died. I tried again — a few sparks, then darkness.
My mind went to the worst-case scenario too quickly. My husband would walk through the door to a pot of cold, raw onions! I forced myself to think rationally. Maybe there was a problem with the flame. I tried the other flame, and hurray! It worked. I almost broke into a dance.
But throughout the weeks of dic ing, frying, cooking and then win ing and dining my new husband, one or two flames on the gas range annoyingly sputtered and died al most every time I cooked.
It was time to call the company. Why, this en tire kitchen, including the gas range, was just months old! The service was surprisingly good, and a few days later, a technician was at my door.
“The flames sometimes just don’t work,” I told him. I demonstrated by turning on the last recalcitrant flame, which in-
deed flickered and died.
The technician didn’t even reach into his toolbox. He used his fingers to push the metal plates into place and turned on the flame. It worked.
“You’ve got to keep these exactly in place,” the guy said. Then he threw his bag over his shoulder and made his way out the door without looking back.
I watched him leave, my mouth hanging open. Wait, I had questions! Maybe it had to do with water getting into the crevices! I didn’t believe it was a matter of straightening the plates.
Then I decided to try it out first. I straightened all of the plates that I had always shifted around when I cleaned the gas range. I turned on one flame, then another. Another, and another. The flames burned bright.
My face felt a little hot, too. It was all a matter of putting things into place.
PLUMBER BUMMER
RAIZY FRIEDMAN
Having a basement is a joy in itself. The children play downstairs. There’s another bathroom downstairs. There’s a freezer downstairs. There are shelves of seforim downstairs. There are toy closets downstairs.
But there are other things downstairs as well. Creepy crawlies. A faint smell of mustiness when it rains. Lightbulbs that need to be changed twice as often as those upstairs. And closets that hold secret mechanisms that make the house run, like electricity panels and… pumps.
For the basement-less folks out there, a pump, my contractor explained, sends all the water that runs downstairs to the pipes uptown. Since a basement is low down, the pump helps with gravity issues when remov ing water from the house. That’s the maximum my brain under stands.
And I, luckily, have two pumps downstairs. One is for the bathroom and shower located toward the back of the basement, and the second one is for the sink and washing machine located in the center of the basement. Each one also has a floor drain connected to it; in the event of a flood, the water that flows into the drain is pumped out and then goes with the flow, I guess. I’ve learned all this information slowly, and not during dry, calm times. Think waterfalls and tears, screaming and hysteria.
My pumps, a trusted plumber told me, need maintenance. Every so often, they need to be cleaned as a preventive measure. So when my teenage daughter told me she had seen a little water running from the toilet floor drain one Sunday in June, I knew what to do. I called the plumber.
downstairs, and water was running all over my basement floor. Flood
I swallowed and turned back up, laundry still in my hands. Oh-kay. I knew what to do. I called the plumber I had just used.
“What the problem is?” I repeated. “I don’t know. The pump — something. There’s water all over. Can you just come?”
He wanted a picture first. Of what? The water? The pump, he said. I was almost surprised — didn’t he remember my pumps? Turns out he has more customers, not just me. No, he didn’t remember. Could I send a picture? I guess. Of which pump? Both, he said. But the pumps are underground. Okay, of the pump covers. I put bags over my shoes, bravely ventured downstairs, then snapped pictures of the waterlogged pump covers.
Kindly, the plumber hurried over. When he arrived, he looked around for a minute, then called me down.
“See, your pumps are fine. There’s no problem here. There’s water seeping in from that door.” He pointed to a door that connects my basement to my neighbor’s basement. My neighbor was in the country for the summer. Permission procured, we ventured into her basement to find the boiler leaking.
“It’s probably been leaking for days. You need a boiler company; it’s not a plumbing issue.”
He was kind enough to charge only for the house call, since he hadn’t done any actual work. My loss; if I had looked where the water was coming from in the first place, I would have been able to call the boiler people right away!
He came, he checked, he fixed, and I paid. And all was calm again.
The morning after the plumber’s visit, I went downstairs to throw a load of laundry into the washing machine. Mid-stairs, I stopped. There was a whooshing movement
The cleanup was a big deal. I washed the basement and a million towels, then re-washed everything again. And again. The closet doors blew up from the water. The dust ruffles needed to be changed. It was a lot of work. I may have kvetched about it, too.
And it’s not over until it’s over.
Three days later, boiler safely replaced, I came downstairs to find another flood. (Luckily, I wash a lot of laundry. Otherwise, it could have been a while before I visited the basement again.) Informed consumer that I now was, I traced the water. Where was it coming from? The back pump’s closet. The plumber’s number was still in my phone’s redial memory. But before I called, I opened the closet to take a picture, just in case the plumber wouldn’t remember my house. When I opened the closet door, I saw the water coming from on TOP of the pump, as opposed to the pump itself. What now? I snapped pictures and sent them to the nice man I’d paid just a few days earlier. I was really keeping him busy.
“It’s the filter, not the pump,” he wrote back.
“What filter?” I asked.
He called me. The water was leaking from the filter on top of the pump. I was mystified. Why did I have a filter there? Was it filtering the sewage from the shower? He couldn’t answer me; he just reiterated that the filter was leaking and said I could just shut off the water and he would come over later to replace the filter.
Just shut the water. Right. How? My husband didn’t answer the phone, so I called my brother, who lives close by, and he came over to shut off the water. He also showed me that the water pipes were coming from my Pesach kitchen, which was next to the plumbing closet. Ohhh, that’s why I have a filter there! I decided to be a mature, responsible adult and not even mention the entire issue to my husband; he had heard me complain enough about the first leak. This time, the plumber would fix it, I would mop up the water, and the cleaning lady would take care of the rest. But I wondered: Why would my Pesach kitchen, only used in Nissan, suddenly start leaking in August? I still don’t know. I couldn’t understand the plumber’s explanation, but he helpfully replaced the leaky filter for me. For a hefty fee, in case you were wondering. And later, both my husband and my brother laughed at me for calling a plumber to change a filter. We could’ve easily taken care of it for you... It’s not a big deal to change a small filter like that! Okay, so now I know! So much for being a responsible adult.
A FRIGID WELCOME
NAOMI LEVENSPIL
We moved into our new home with three tiny kids. Moving day was a freezing, overcast January day, along with some light, sleety rain. By the time the movers finished traipsing in and out, no evidence of the freshly sanded floors or freshly cleaned house remained. The floors were wet and gritty, with a fine mix of salt and mud everywhere.
We somehow got everyone to sleep, and I assumed the house would warm up once the doors finally stayed closed after we were in for the night. It was such an unusually freezing week that the local stores, including Home Depot, were out of salt. My husband valiantly chipped away at the black ice on the front steps with a shovel, and eleven years later, the top step still proudly bears the pockmarks the shovel left behind.
The first morning in our new home dawned — and we woke up freezing cold. After I got the kids out to school (using the front steps heroically cleared by my husband the previous night), the first call I made was to find out who to call to look at the heating system, and the second call was to a local HVAC company. I didn’t even have to pretend to be desperate; I was, and they agreed to fit us in that morning despite having a packed schedule due to the weather.
To my immense relief, the HVAC guy showed up as promised. He poked around the boiler room and then asked to go see the (cold) heating units. Five minutes later, he was back with a diagnosis.
“Everything is work ing just fine,” he pro claimed. “Let me show you something.” He led me upstairs to the living room and opened the cover of the nearest radiator. Our previous home had central heat, and this was our first experience with baseboard heating. “The painters closed the vent covers when they were painting,” he explained. “Everything is working perfectly, but the heat can’t get into the rooms like this. Just open the covers, and you’ll be fine!”
Five minutes and $180 later, he was on his way — and the house was beginning to warm up. It was the best (and maybe silliest) $180 we ever spent, but when things break now, we take a step back and try not to look for zebras.
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FUSE BLUES
AS TOLD TO HADASSAH STEINMAN
A few months ago, I went into my laundry room to deal with a mound of dirty clothes and flicked on the light. There was an electric buzz, a flash, and the lightbulb went dark.
I may or may not have yelled out.
“What happened?” my husband called from downstairs.
“I don’t know,” I said. “There was this flash and buzzing noise, and now the light isn’t working.” I flicked some other switches. “Actually, the lights in the hallway aren’t working either.”
We know to try simple fixes first, because we’re smart like that. Was it possible that a problematic bulb was affecting the circuit? But changing the lightbulb didn’t help.
Could it be the fuse? My husband went to the fuse box to check. The fuse box, however, was located in the dark (and windowless) laundry room, so he had to peer at the fuse box with the weak light of his flip phone to find the fuse titled “Laundry Room.” He found it, flicked it back and forth, and the home phone base plugged into the laundry room gave a little beep. (This should have been a hint that we weren’t on the right track, but we don’t always get hints.)
Simple fixes covered, we called an electrician. He came by the following day, assistant in tow. I showed him the fuse box and the general area in the house that had lost electricity. He flicked a fuse switch, and all the lights went back on.
I blinked. What?
“It was the fuse,” the electrician explained patiently.
“We checked the fuse!” I said. “I know we did!”
But now that there was a light on in the laundry room, I was able to see that there were two fuses for the laundry room in the fuse box. We had flicked the wrong one.
I thanked him sheepishly, nodded to his very quiet assistant, and sent them on their way.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
from Chaverim of Rockland Search & Rescue
The NYS DEC & Parks Dept. have made New Hunting zones in our area in parts of Harriman State Park are now open to regulated hunting.
• Hunting is permitted on weekdays only during November & December
• Hunting is NOT permitted in the summer or on weekends
Safety Tips for Hiking in Hunting Areas:
•Wear bright color clothing to ensure visibility.
•Stay on marked trails and avoid wandering o -trail.
•Make noise periodically to alert hunters of your presence.
•Hike during daylight hours, avoid dawn and dusk when hunting activity is most common.
•Keep together as a group
•Observe posted signs and respect all restricted or closed areas.
PERMITTED HUNTING ZONE:
•North of Seven Lakes Drive and area, including Lake Welch & Lake Tiorati
•East and West of the NYST I87
AREAS NOT IN A HUNTING ZONE:
•Bear Mountain State Park •Kakiat Park
•Pine Meadow Lake area
•Su ern area
For questions or if you need help during a hike, please call our Emergency Hotline
IMPORTANT NOTICE
from Chaverim of Rockland Search & Rescue
Hikers are urged to exercise caution and remain alert when visiting these zones. Even in the times that hunting is not permitted
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SUPERVISOR’S ALERT
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MOTORISTS
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“There’s nothing to do!” something
Long, unstructured Sundays can be so hard to fill — but not anymore! Take your Sundays from “endless” to “amazing” with these great activities.
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These easy, fun and original activities will turn Sundays into your favorite day of the week.
Air-Dry Clay
Air-dry clay is a great choice when looking for a Sunday activity. It’s fun to work with, and you can use it to make almost anything. You can choose to use colored clay, use white clay and then color it yourself with markers, or make your own from scratch!
How To Make Your Own Air-Dry Clay
Ingredients
2 cups baking soda
1 cup cornstarch
1¼ cups cold water
Take a look at this adorable plate of treats. See what you can create with your own air-dry clay!
Notes
This clay dries white. Use markers to color it.
Store unused clay in an airtight container.
It usually takes 24 to 48 hours for clay to dry completely.
Instructions
Step 1: Place all ingredients into a pot on the stove. Stir everything together until the mixture is smooth.
Step 2: Ask an adult for help turning on the flame, and adjust it to medium heat. Keep stirring the mixture as it heats up.
Step 3: The mixture will start to get thick and look like mashed potatoes. Keep stirring for about 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: When the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pot, turn off the flame.
Step 5: Carefully spoon the clay onto a plate or tray. Let it cool down completely before touching it!
Step 6: When the clay is cool, knead it with your hands. This will make it smooth and ready to use. (If you won’t be using it right away, wrap it in a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and keep it in a sealed container so it doesn’t dry out.)
How To Make Air-Dry Pencil Toppers
Happy Stickman Pencil Topper
Step 1: Roll the turquoise clay into a short, curved log for legs.
Step 2: Roll the wine clay into a thick log for arms. Gently press the centers of the turquoise and wine pieces of clay together, and let the arms hang loose.
Step 3: Form two mini beige balls for the hands. Gently press onto the ends of the arms.
Step 4: Form two mini orange circles, flatten them a little, and gently press onto the bottom of the legs for shoes.
Step 5: For the collar, form a long orange log, and position above the arms.
Step 6: With light beige clay, form a smooth ball for the head.
Step 7: Form three mini light beige balls for the ears and nose. Gently press them onto the face. With black marker, add two eyes. Optional: Add some blush for the cheeks.
Step 8: For the hat, roll purple and wine clay each into two logs. Stack the four logs, and place onto the head.
Step 9: For the bow, form two mini circles of orange clay, and connect them. Gently pinch in the center to form the bow. Place a mini turquoise ball in the center.
Step 10: Allow the clay to dry completely. When dry, glue it onto a pencil.
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Blue Bird Pencil Topper
Step 1: Take a piece of blue clay and roll it into a ball. Then press it down and shape it into a bird with a tail, as shown.
Step 2: Form a small ball using dark blue clay. Pinch one side to form a tear drop shape for the wing.
Step 3: Repeat with yellow clay to create a smaller teardrop for the upper layer of the wing.
Step 4: Use a tiny piece of dark blue clay to form a triangle for the beak. With a tiny piece of white clay, form a ball for the eye. Add an even tinier black ball for the pupil.
Step 5: Allow the clay to dry completely. When dry, glue it onto a pencil.
Caterpillar Pencil Topper
Step 1: Roll each color clay into a small ball. The red balls should be slightly larger than the rest of the balls.
Step 2: Line up the orange, yellow, green, blue and light blue balls in an arc shape, and press them together gently so they stick.
Step 3: Add the red clay ball for the head on top of the first ball.
Step 4: With a black marker, make two small dots for eyes. Add a mini yellow ball for the nose.
Step 5: Roll two very tiny pieces of blue clay into thin strings for the antennae. Press them on top of the head.
Step 6: Allow the clay to dry completely. When dry, glue it onto a pencil.
TOWN OF RAMAPO:
Caring for Every Resident –Big and Small
Do you have a concern about your neighborhood? The Town of Ramapo is committed to making our community a safe, clean, and comfortable place to live. We have staff that are committed to helping residents address quality-of-life issues quickly and effectively. Reach out for help with:
Garbage pickup issues
Street light outages
Construction concerns
Unauthorized road closures
Road hazards like potholes
Questions or ideas about parks and recreational spaces
Your voice matters — let us help resolve your concerns. Stay Connected on WhatsApp
You can reach out to the Town Of cial WhatsApp Account at 845-502-0415.
Please save this number to your contacts to see updates and status noti cations.
Town Supervisor Michael Specht – 845-286-1656 ext. 869
Parks & Recreation (Michelle Antosca) – 845-357-6100 ext. 450
For Yiddish-speaking residents, please feel comfortable reaching out directly to Yossi Margaretten for assistance in Yiddish. Contact Our Community Liaison:
Of ce of Emergency Preparedness & Safety (Joshua Hans) – 845-357-5100 ext. 435 845-357-5100
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וטסייוו טצעי
I WASN’T AIMING AT YOU. I WAS AIMING AT THE CABINET.
JOAQUÍN’S GOING TO BE FURIOUS. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME HE’S SLIPPED AWAY WITHOUT A TRACE.
WHAT’S THAT? LET’S SEE.
NO TRACE — EXCEPT FOR THIS PAGE.
WHAT COULD BE THE REASON BEHIND THOSE DECISIONS, MADE SO MANY YEARS BEFORE THE RUBINOV FAMILY EVER ARRIVED? IF ONLY WE COULD PEEK INTO THE PAST AND DISCOVER THE REASON BEHIND HIS ACTIONS… STOP HIM!
LET’S SHOW IT TO JOAQUÍN. MAYBE HE’LL KNOW WHAT IT MEANS.
THIS WHOLE THING IS VERY MYSTERIOUS. IT SEEMS THAT PEDRO FOUND AN OLD LAND MAP OF ARGENTINA HIDDEN AMONG THE PAGES OF HIS GREAT-GREAT-GRANDFATHER ELIAS’S JOURNAL. THAT SAME MYSTERIOUS GREATGREAT-GRANDFATHER WHO WROTE A JOURNAL FILLED WITH RIDDLES AND CODES, WHO HID SECRET TREASURES BEHIND THE FIREPLACE IN HIS HOUSE AND THEN LEFT, NEVER TO RETURN, LEAVING THE JOURNAL TO GATHER DUST IN THE SHUL OF THE LOST CITY.
RECAP: PEDRO REALIZES THE TREASURE THEY FOUND WASN’T THE FULL STORY. A FINAL CLUE IN HIS GRANDFATHER’S JOURNAL POINTS TO SURINAME… AND A SECRET ABOUT THE LAND JOAQUÍN NOW CONTROLS. JUST AS THE TRUTH CLICKS, JOAQUÍN’S MEN CATCH UP TO HIM.
PORT OF RÍO DE LA PLATA (NEAR PRESENT-DAY BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA). THE YEAR IS 1703.
SO, DON MORENO, WILL WE BE SEEING YOU AND THE SEÑORA AT MASS?
THAT’LL BE TWO PESOS FOR THE LETTUCE, SEÑOR MORENO.
I’M AFRAID NOT. THE SEÑORA HASN’T BEEN FEELING WELL FOR SEVERAL DAYS. I’LL HAVE TO STAY HOME AND CARE FOR HER.
STRANGE… WASN’T SHE SICK AROUND EASTER LAST YEAR TOO?
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@ themonseyview.com or fax to 845600-8483 by Sunday at midnight.
4. Two winners will be drawn each week, each of whom will win a pastrami sandwich and a can of soda!
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
Each Boggle board hides a word of nine letters or more!
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Full name of winner:
Amount of points:
Full names of competing players:
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COLOR ME PRETTY
Filling in lines with shades of color is an age-old activity that is as soothing as it is enjoyable. Grab a pack of color pencils or gel pens to find out why coloring isn’t only for children!
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WESTPALM FLCENTURY VILLAGE
WestPalm Century-Village apt for sale. 2 Bedroom 2 baths. Furnished/Movie-in condition. Close to all Shuls! (Norwich-H) call/text 917685-0928 or 347-309-8873
NEW WEEKEND RENTAL
Beautiful furnished 2-bedroom apartment available for weekend/ short term in the Blauvelt/ Briarcliff area. For more info, please call 845-842-6977/ email Shabbosinmonsey@ gmail.com
MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA
Carriage Club North, beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, ground floor, for rent. Call: 347.499.0031
LAKEHOUSE VILLA
Luxurious 3 bedroom lake house villa in Case Grande Arizona. Private pool fully stocked kosher kitchen. 520.251.4459
WEST PALM BEACH
For the best Real Estate deals, Call: Mrs. Debby Schwartz 203.667.2785
Escape to a stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath villa in serene Mountaindale! Relax in the heated outdoor jacuzzi and enjoy peace and quiet, just minutes from shuls. Perfect for a rejuvenating retreat. Price: $239/night (Pics avail) Call/Text: 845327-7153
NORTH MIAMI FL RENTAL
Beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bath villa with private heated pool and spa available in North Miami, Price per night $339. (We help book flights) Pictures available. Call/Text 845-327-7153
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FOR SALE
*Open House Sun 11/9, 1-3PM 6 Roxbury Ct, Chestnut Ridge New Listing! 4 Bed on cul de sac. $1.050M *LAND!
CHESTNUT RIDGE! Prime location. Beautiful .88 acre property. $599K *DEXTER PARK! CHESTNUT RIDGE! 3 Bed Ranch. $799K. TIRTZA BEER RE ASSOC. BROKER
Q HOME SALES C:845-5482325
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
NORTH MIAMI
VACATION RENTAL
Beautiful, modern 4 Bdrm 3 Bthrm house for rent. Private Heated pool with spa. Pergola and covered dining area in backyard. Quiet, private neighborhood. For more info, please call or text 646-9261260
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.. ASK US ABOUT OUR WINTER SPECIAL Great Minds 845-520-3250.
NORTH MIAMI FL RENTAL
Vacation villa with a private heated pool and spa. Call/
New Pristine Cathedral Ceiling House. 6 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, jacuzzi. Sleeps 20+. Stocked Playroom. Swing Set. Trampoline, gameroom. All Amenities. 5 min to shul. pool rental avail nearby. 3 blocks to grocery/ pizza store. Avail for Shabbos/ Weekday. call/text 718989-1406.
HELP WANTED
OFFICE MANAGER
Looking for a solid and capable office manager for a company located in Chestnut Ridge/Montvale area. Prior managerial experience is required. Please email your info/resume to newposition9352@gmail.com
PAYROLL/HR SPECIALIST
Nursing home group in Monsey is hiring for a Payroll/HR Specialist. Applicant should be very driven. HR or payroll experience is a plus. Please send resume to jobs@ advancedhealthcs.com
AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!
Looking for a female speech therapist in a great environment with flexible hours. 845 352 3307 ext 119 resumes@ohreducation.org
MONSEY CPA FIRM
Accounting Firm in the Monsey Area looking to hire a full time in office accounting position. Must have some prior experience in public accounting. email resume to team@oberlanderandco.com
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
THE JOB YOU’RE LOOKING FOR!
Want to have money flow into your pocket? Call/text 845324-5182
WORK FROM HOME
Let your extra time bring you some extra cash. You’ll absolutely enjoy it and feel fulfilled! For more about this wonderful business and how it works Call 845-920-ALOE (2563) Hatzlucha!
FULL TIME SECRETARY
Local spring valley office seeking female professional, motivated and detail oriented full time secretary. Must have familiarity in quickbooks & excel. Very pleasant & heimishe atmosphere. Please email resume to hiringnow259@ gmail.com
JOBS AVAILABLE
Part-time & Full-time jobs available. Email TopPartTimeJobs@ gmail.com
AP ASSOCIATE
Broad Management Group (Montvale, NJ) is seeking a dedicated team member to join our Accounts Payable Department. Efficiently manage the accounts payable process for select properties. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required; entry-level or some experience welcome. We offer a warm, friendly environment, growth potential, and great benefits. Please submit your resume to Sengel@broadmg.com
HIRING STYLIST
High-end fashion boutique in Monroe hiring a Stylist. Love fashion and have an eye for fit? Email hiring932@gmail Must have transportation
ABA PARA
Looking for an ABA para to work with a 9 year old during the day. Well paid. MUST DRIVE. Contact Pessy 845828-2570, office@abariders. com
FEELING UNSTIMULATED AT WORK?
It might be time for a career change. If you have experience and are looking to further your career, reach out today to hear about our many job opportunities. Email: goldy@theprimestaffing.com
PART TIME NANNY
Looking for a nanny in the afternoons, please reach out to 845 293 2312 for details.
Marketing Director (Healthcare)
$200k-$300k Remote Within USA (Travel Required)
E-Commerce Brand Director
$120k-$160k + Bonuses Monroe
Sales Director
$120k-$150k + Commission NY/NJ
Logistics Project Manager
$100k-$120k Newark, NJ
Insurance Underwriter
$80k-$130k Upstate NY
CAD Production Drafter/Engineer
$80k-$110k Newark, NJ
Mechanic Parts and Inventory Coordinator
$75k-$95k Newark
Purchaser
$70k-$100k Newark, NJ
Salesperson (Construction)
Draw-High Commission NYC
Sales Rep (Tech)
$40k-$60k + Commission Monroe
Email: Yisroel@SwiftStaffingGroup.com
Capital Markets Leads (Finance/Banking)
$120k-$160k + Commission Remote Within The USA
CRE Sr Loan Officer/Originator (NJ, PA Portfolio)
$100k-$150k+ Commission Fort Lee NJ
Sr Commercial Loan Underwriter
$100k-$125k+ Commission New Jersey
Production Execution Manager (Construction Material)
Department Manager (Healthcare) (all female office)
$50k-$100k Monroe
Account Manager (Medical)
$50k-$80k Monroe
Medical Biller (Female Office)
$40k-$70k Monroe
Email ChanaF@SwiftStaffingGroup.com
E-commerce Marketplace Manager
$80k-$100k NYC
Email: RickyR@SwiftStaffingGroup.com
3PL Warehouse Manager
$70k-$90k Perth Amboy NJ
Email: CW@SwiftStaffingGroup.com
Classifieds
CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Join our home care agency as a full-time Clinical Coordinator in the Nursing Department! You’ll serve as a key liaison between the nursing team, caregivers and families as well as be responsible for updating RN documents. Candidates must have some medical office experience and familiarity with medical terminology. We provide training, excellent salary/benefits package and supportive work environment. Send resume to: hiring@hamaspikcare.org
SHORT TERM PROJECT MANAGER AVAIL.
Dynamic ,responsible, creative,detail oriented , meticulous, Post Seminary girl available to run your project. Short term or long term. School productions, costumes, props , Buisness set up ,New Construction or Fashion production. 845-5026426
150+ JOB OPENINGS!
Stop wasting your
OPEN POSITION
Seeking an ABA Authorization & Credentialing Secretary to manage insurance authorizations and support provider enrollment. Responsibilities include submitting/tracking initial ABA service authorizations and assisting with credentialing applications. Must have authorization or general insurance experience; part-time, 4-5 hours daily. Email your resume to: apply1554jobs@ gmail.com
NOW HIRING: LOAN OFFICERS IN TRAINING
Join a Winning Team. Learn from the Best. Build Your Career. We’re growing—and we’re looking for motivated individuals ready to build a long-term career in mortgage lending. This is a unique opportunity to be personally mentored by a top-producing Senior Loan Officer in a supportive, hands-on environment designed to help you succeed—no
provide full training Proven systems, modern tools, and strong growth potential. We’re seeking dedicated, hardworking individuals who are serious about developing their skills and achieving success in this field. Email: loanofficersintraining@ gmail.com Your next career move starts here.
CARE MANAGER POSITION
Join our team as a Care Manager for NYS Children’s Health Home program! You’ll provide vital outreach, enrollment, and care coordination for children and families. We offer competitive benefits and extensive training to support your success. Prior office experience and a BA are required. Email your resume to: recruitmentdepartment845@gmail.com
QC/ CLOSING DOC POSITION AVAILABLE!
FundRes Mortgage is looking for a QC/ Closing Doc preparer for our Clifton, NJ office. *Must have a
OPEN ROLES!
B&C Industries, a fastgrowing packaging distribution company in Lyndhurst, NJ, is expanding across multiple teamsSales, Customer Service and IT. We offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth. Located just 45 minutes from Monsey, we’re eager to connect with motivated individuals. For more information, please email us at hr@bcpkg.com
SOFTWARE IMPLEMENTATION SPECIALIST
Agency in Monsey is looking to hire a Software Implementation Specialist to be responsible for implementing, supporting usage, and creating documentation for a custom software. A technical and logical mindset is a must. Software entrylevel positions- must have software experience or education. Full benefit package plus paid vacation
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130+ JOBS
JOBS IN MONSEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS
• Chief Real Estate Officer, 5+ years of significant commercial real estate management experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams. Excellent stakeholder relationshipbuilding skills. Proven track record of driving strategic growth and optimizing commercial real estate initiatives, 160k – 200k, Monsey
• Nursing Home Accounts Receivable Director, 3+ yrs. experience, oversee revenue cycle operations, optimize/ manage accounts receivable processes, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, 160k –190k, Monsey
• Director of Marketing, 3+ yrs. experience of managing a marketing team, developing and executing multi-channel strategies, building high-performing teams, and driving measurable ROI. Proven experience in marketing analytics, budget management, and team leadership required, Experience in B2B, ecommerce, trade shows and social media, 150k+, Monsey
• Experienced Property Asset Manager, seeking a seasoned Property Asset Manager with 5+ years of experience preferably with LIHTC expertise to oversee and manage properties, ensuring optimal performance and profitability. Travel is required. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills necessary, 150k – 200k, full benefits package, Monsey
• Sales Channel Head for Medical/ECommerce Division, manage inbound sales and online traffic, analyze and grow online sales channels, ensure smooth operations for e-commerce accounts and client relationships, develop strategies to maximize sales from inbound leads and digital platforms, and collaborate with leadership to expand the division’s online presence, 120k – 150k, Wayne, NJ
• Nursing Home HR Director, 2+ yrs. experience with HR management duties including recruitment, onboarding, training and development, employee relations and compliance, 125k – 150k, Monsey
• Nursing Home Biller, 2+ yrs relevant medical billing experience required, 70k - 85k, Monsey
• Hands-on Operations Manager, for a Real Estate Service Provider and Compliance Company specializing in building code compliance and violation resolutions, responsibilities include Managing workflows and staff, coordinating violation resolution processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, Communicating with clients and stakeholders, 65k – 100k, Monsey
leadership, communication, and customer-focused skills required, full-time position, $35/hr., Monsey
• FI Coordinator, assist with setting up Self-Direction budgets for eligible individuals, coordinating services, communicating with individuals and parents, and managing staff payments and invoice reimbursements. Key responsibilities include budget setup, service coordination, and ensuring timely payments and reimbursements. 6 hours daily, $30 - $35/hr., Monsey
• Buyer / Category Manager, strategic Buyer to drive growth and customer satisfaction in food service facilities. Develop and execute purchasing strategies, analyze cost drivers, and collaborate with sales channels to maximize offerings. 3+ years of buying experience and strong analytical skills required, 120k - 140k + bonus, Monsey
• Bookkeeper, 2+ years of experience to manage financial records, handle accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank statements, prepare financial statements, and monitor budgets, with proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks, 90k, Clifton, NJ
• Real Estate Closing Coordinator, fulltime, in-office position, coordinate real estate closings, review documents, identify and resolve issues, communicate with clients and lenders, 1-3 years of experience in title coordination, Excellent communication and organizational skills, 75k – 90k, Monsey
• Email Marketing Specialist, for a food service facilities company, Develop and execute targeted email campaigns, create engaging content, manage email blasts, and analyze metrics to optimize performance and drive conversions, full-time position, 75k+, Monsey
• Private Label Manager, for a food service facilities company, Develop and manage private label product lines, conducts market research, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and drives sales and profitability through strategic product management and supplier negotiations. Full-time position, 75k plus commission, Monsey
• Financial Analys, female office, expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, reporting, and data visualization. Key requirements include 1+ year of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and financial analysis expertise, 70k - 80k plus a comprehensive benefits package, Monsey
• Executive Assistant for Real Estate office, 2+ yrs. of executive assistant or administrative experience (real estate, property management, or finance background a plus). Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google office. Experience with property management software a plus (Apfolio). Ability to work independently, 75k+, Monsey
• Real Estate Survey Liaison/Title Specialist, 2+ years experience with survey reading, title examination, ensuring survey and title accuracy. Strong knowledge of land surveys, title reports, Excellent analytical and communication skills, 60 – 75k, Monsey
• Nursing Home Accounts Payable Rep, with QuickBooks experience to manage and process accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely payments and maintaining accurate financial records, 60k – 70k, Monsey
• Nursing Home Billing Tracker, manage and optimize billing processes, ensure compliance, and improve revenue cycle efficiency, 60k-70k, Monsey
• Case Manager, Full-time position, guide individuals with social services, assess client needs, provide counseling and support, connect clients with resources, advocate for their interests, and monitor progress. Requirements include experience in case management or social work, strong communication skills, and knowledge of community resources, 60k – 70k, Monsey
• IT Field Tech with 1+ year of IT experience and A+ certification. Responsibilities include on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and hardware maintenance. Must be able to travel to Brooklyn once a week. 50k - 60k, Monsey
• IT Service Coordinator/ Dispatcher, manage and coordinate IT service requests, incidents, and problems. Excellent communication skills, technical knowledge, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, work in a fast-paced environment, 50k+, Monsey
• Customer Service Lead, deliver exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced environment. Strong
• Comfort Health Female Care Manager, Provide outreach and enrollment services for children eligible for NY State’s Children’s Health Home program, BA or MA degree, 1 year of office experience, $35/hr. flexible hours, Monsey
• Integrated Health Care Manager, support the client with government eligibility programs, strategizing with family, collaborating with therapists, psychiatrists, and hospital when applicable, and just be there with a kind heart, warm smile, and a message of hope. Experience in mental health and care management required with ability to connect with others from various backgrounds. A car a plus, $35/hr.+, Monsey
• Payroll Coordinator for Homecare agency, ensure that all timekeeping data is accurate and complete, and that payroll is processed in compliance with agency policies and state regulations. Serve as a liaison between field staff and administrative departments to resolve discrepancies, request documentation, and ensure timely, accurate payroll execution. Full-time position, $30/hr., Monsey
• Software Implementation Specialist, female office, implement, support, and document enterprise software solutions. Have technical writing and documentation skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication and interpersonal skills, responsibility, and integrity, with database knowledge, full-time position, $30/hr.+, Monsey
• ABA Authorization Secretary, female office, authorization or insurance experience required, to manage authorization requests, insurance verifications, and provider credentialing processes, ensure timely submission of required documentation and maintain compliance with insurance guidelines. 25+ hours weekly, $30/ hr.+, Monsey
• Outside Salesman wanted for luxury design bedroom company to work with clients, provide expert advice, and sell custom wood panels, upholstered walls, beds, mirrors, and lighting. 2+ years sales experience in furniture or interior design. Strong design knowledge and communication skills, Competitive base salary plus commission, Monsey
Classifieds
BCBA POSITION
ABA Riders is looking to hire a BCBA. Well-paid, flexible hours. Contact Rikki 347930-9736/info@abariders. com.
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Local office in Monsey looking for an experienced construction project manager. Email resume officejobs4832@gmail.com
SPEECH THERAPISTS WANTED
Local Monsey health center is looking to hire Yiddish and English-speaking speech therapists! Join our team and make a difference. Flexible hours and great pay. Please send your resume to hr@ cmadc.com
SALES ASSOCIATE –SPRING VALLEY, NY
Heimisha Financial Services office seeks a full-time female Sales Associate to join our team. Responsibilities: scheduling, client relations, and general office support. Requirements: strong phone & writing skills, math ability, multitasking; sales experience preferred. If interested, please email your resume to: Molanservices@ gmail.com
OFFICE MANAGER
We are currently seeking a dynamic, professional, and adept Office Manager. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, an excellent background in QuickBooks, and a keen eye for numbers. Reach out to esti@theprimestaffing.com
ATTENTION EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPERS
A very successful company is looking for a full time experienced bookkeeper to be part of a female office. The potential candidate must have at least 4 years of bookkeeping experience and a vision to work for a long time. reach out to hear more about this amazing opportunity! rivky@ theprimestaffing.com
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
A successful company in Monsey is looking to hire an executive assistant. The potential candidate must be willing to work full time in a female office. Proven experience in a high demanding role is a must. Beautiful compensation for the right candidate. reach out to hear more! rivky@ theprimestaffing.com
ATTENTION BEGINNER THERAPISTS
We are looking for beginner therapists to join our established firm. This is a kids-based program with great potential. If you are interested in filling your schedule, getting into the field, and already have your licence, send your resume to simy@theprimestaffing.com with “beginner therapist” in the subject line.
ELA/MATH TUTOR
Seeking a remedial teacher for grades 1-5 at a girls school. Wonderful working environment. Prior teaching experience preferred. Email your resume: mborisute@ chedermonsey.org
REMEDIAL SUB
Looking for a Remedial provider sub for a special needs cheder. Kriah/Remedial experience needed. Please email: remedialjobopportunity10952@gmail.com
BOOKKEEPER / HR POSITION
Do you have extensive bookkeeping experience and looking for a growing position? Seeking a talented woman for a full time bookkeeping role in a local Spring Valley. Great pay. Nice environment. Email: goldy@ theprimestaffing.com
FULL-TIME BOUTIQUE OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
High-end boutique in Monroe seeking a responsible, detail-oriented individual to handle vendor communication, manage orders and inventory, assist with customers, and support daily operations. Qualifications: Strong communication and organization skills, multitasking ability, and a professional, customerfocused attitude. Retail or office experience preferred. To apply, email your résumé to Hiring932@gmail.com
HIRING – PROCESSORS AND LOAN OFFICER ASSISTANTS
Capital M is seeking to recruit experienced mortgage loan processors and loan officer assistants to support our loan processing operations. Join our team for an exciting opportunity to grow in the industry. Apply today: hr@ thecapitalm.com or 845-6373031.
MAKEUP ARTIST/ MASSAGE THERAPIST
Looking for skilled makeup artists and massage therapists for an event. Call or text 347-899-2027.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY
Have HR/recruiting experience? Earn $65K+ parttime & $100k+ for full-time! Email ProRecruiterNY@ gmail.com to apply.
DAYHAB MANAGER
Hamaspik of Rockland is looking for a compassionate and motivated DayHab Manager to oversee and run one of our DayHab groups serving adults with developmental disabilities. Experience working with special needs is preferred. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. To apply: Call 845.414.9372 or email dayhab@ hamaspikrockland.org
CHILDCARE
BABYSITTER
A Heimishe Women and an Experienced infant Nurse and Babysitter is available for bookings please call 845.637.6642 Ref Available upon request.
TODDLER GROUP
Bobby Gross is now accepting toddlers ages 15-22months in the Twin/Laura area. Monday-Friday. Warm atmosphere. Lots of years of experience. 845-659-5437
PLAYGROUP
Starting after Y”T. Care and warmth for your toddler.
JOB
DESCRIPTION:
We’re seeking a strategic Buyer/ Category Manager to drive growth and customer satisfaction in food service facilities. As a key member of our team, you’ll develop and execute purchasing strategies, analyze cost drivers, and collaborate with sales channels to maximize offerings.
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
• 3+ years of buying experience, with a track record of owning and growing categories or product lines
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven ability to drive growth and customer satisfaction
Classifieds
Breakfast & Lunch provided. Located in S. Monsey area. Call/Text Neshy Brull 845502-0058
SERVICES
FRUM BABY NIGHT NURSE
Baby night nurse available. Many references. 914-4500538
SCULPTED STRENGTH STUDIO
Emsculpt Therapy strengthens amd rebuilds muscles, improves bladder, control. Pain free non invasive. & Diastasis Recti. No side effects. 914-461-7784.
REFLEXOLOGY BY TZURTY
718-551-7421, Treat your friends and loved ones, GIFT CERTIFICATES available
MAKEUP BY BLIMY
10 Years of Beauty Expertise. Offering makeup application courses. Call/Text 347452-5084 Instagram @ makeupbyblimy
PETTICOATS FOR RENT!
Complete your look! Adult & kids petticoats for rent, Beautiful floral wreath & crown headpieces for rent, Adorable kids jewelry, and more! Call 845-5020153 leave msg or 845746-7248
MASSAGE THERAPY --In The Comfort of Home-*Swedish *Deep Tissue *Lymph *Craniosacral Therapy Call Sarah: 845596-1373
ARROWSMITH
Is your child still in the same place after all that tutoring?Join Arrowsmith, a research based program that strengthens the brain and eliminates learning disabilities. Call Mrs Feuer 914-260-6449
EARPIERCING
12 years experience. Wide selection. Call/text: 845-5387986
NEW WEBSITE?
Get your new beautiful website done hassle free! Affordable pricing! Satisfaction guaranteed! Email: sales@ stratadigitalgroup.com
AYIN HORAH
The renowned Rebetzin Aidel Miller from Yerushalayim will remove Ayin Horah over the phone. Call till 5:00 PM: 718.689.1902 or 516.300.1490
CUSTOM PHOTO ALBUMS
We specialize in custom Photo Albums, Chosson, Wedding, etc. Also professional Photo Editing, many years of experience. Special rate for photographers. Call: 347.563.5153
WHOLESALE FISH
Buy by the case & save. Baby & Regular Salmon. Hashgucha Volove Rav. Free delivery to your home. Call Eli: 516-270-6755
SWIMMING LESSONS/ LIFEGUARD COURSES
Male and female Yiddishspeaking instructors available. Accepting OPWDD Self-Direction 845-578-1888
FREE WEEKLY DRAWING
Win free music lessons for one year! Call hotline 718435-1923
SUPERPATCH SUPPORT
Want more energy, focus, stress relief, pain management, better sleep? Drug Free, Chemical Free, Pregnancy Safe! TESTIMONIALS. INTERVIEWS. CALL 929992-4453 Option 2,2,3. First time customers 25% off. $69 same day pickup
PHOTO EDITING
Professional photo editing, many years of experience. Special rates for photographers. Also specializing in Custom photo albums Chosson, wedding, etc. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153
PHOTO EDITING
Professional photo editing, many years of experience. Special rates for photographers. Also specializing in Custom photo albums Chosson, wedding, etc. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153
PROFESSIONAL COACH
Heal your life. Heal your body. Heal your past. Experienced. Successful. Personable. Expertise in anxiety, panic and trauma. Mrs. Esty Frank 7188518636
Unbeatable price, flawless results! Get a full-body laser hair removal session for just $390 at Laser by Tako in Nyack, NY. Don’t just take our word for it—read our glowing reviews! Call/Text 551-2865509
BUILD STRENGTH, GRACE & CONFIDENCE!
Enhance core strength, increase energy levels, and cultivate body awareness with Pilates. Join us to experience the transformative benefits of Pilates for a stronger, more balanced physique. New! Pilates meets weight training for a class that sculpts, energizes, and strengthens every muscle — perfect for all levels! Liebe Nissen 845274-1035
GARTLECH
we fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. We also teach how to knit & crochet. call: 917-414-3281
Baby Layettes (845) 213-3646
Layettes Text 718-551-1732
Doula 845-587-1649
Labor Bag 347-604-3274
Pidyon Haben Accessories 845-642-7256
Pidyon Haben 845-659-6704
Pidyon Haben Gemach 845-263-9387
Pidyon Haben silver tray 845-558-9589
Formula 347-267-3640 Or 216-889-3643
Neocate Formula 718-853-4090
Neocate Formula 845-517-9221
Formula Gemach 845-371-3232
Carseats, Bassinet & Pack N Plays. 425-1202
Carseats, Pack N Plays, Strollers, Pumps 845.425.6826
Doona Car Seat 845-445-7474
Brass Iron Bassinet 917-280-4559
Preemie Clothing 845-520-0475
The Preemie Box 845.664.5768 Or 718.688.5814
Baby Scale 845-578-5639
Baby Headphone 845 356 6797 Or 845 558 9370
Baby Scales 845-694-8985
Easy birth from Koznitzer Maggid 917514-9461
NICU approved clothing 4.5lb+ 845-4227896/347-382-0016
Nursing pumps 8454999871
Twin layette gift box.719 972 0554. Lv msg.
Baby bassinets 917-618-0909
EZRAS RUSSI L’TINOK LAYETTE 845-4253266 or 845-362-2004
Baby Gear (929) 561-0723
Brissim
Bris Accessories 617-955-3630
Bris Outfit with poya and Tefillos 845352-5130
Bris Accessories 425 3873
Bris Accessories 425-6574
Bris Accessories 356-6215
Blue Light 845.425.1919
Poya and bris outfit w/ tefillos 845-4250672
Bris outfit & Poya 917-909-4072
Bris outfit poya, also tefilla cards 845 3564859 Ralph area
Pillow/Benchers 845-213-0602
Knife Sharpening For Mohalim 718-3846214
Segula Stone 347-699-6418
Preemie Outfit 845.558.7065
Krias Shema Board With Stand 425-4540
Free Mohel 347-383-5696
Bris Gemach call/text 845-587-5813
Bris outfit, hat and Puyah 845-558-9589
New Bris Gemach -845 549 0316
Airmont Bris gemach 845-376-9078
Simcha
Gowns 845-517- 8808
Mother & Sister Gowns 845-426-7496 Or 845-352-3031.
Gown And Petticoats 347-278-1278
Ivory/white/dusty blue gowns 845-371-1765
Floral Bisomim 845-629-2785.
Hats $25. 347-351-1604
Elegant Hats 845-517-0838.
Bands & Berets 845-371-3556
Tichel 845-548-0014
Mechitza’s, Tables, Chairs Etc. Call 845445-8015
Hot Water Urns 845-425-9211
Ear-Plugs 845-202-0105. Toys 845-578-6513
Toys 917-538-3453.
Clics 845-352-5820
Tablecloths (845) 371 2105
Tablecloth 352-8292
Tablecloths 845-701-1553
Tablecloths 352-8292
Gold Chargers 845-573-9772
shelves, stands, trays & centerpieces
GEMACHIM
845-425-1721
Siddurs. Sfard: 845-608-7830 Ashkenaz: 845 352 1756 Or 845-826-6718
Siddur/Chumash 558.4774
Benchers 845-642-0910
Bentchers 347-404-2204
Bechers 845-377-5671
Becher, Challah Deklich, Zemiros 845425-0498
Maternity gown 845-548-9416
Coat Rack And Hangers 845-356-9841
Chuppa Cards 347-278-1278
Chupah Cards 845.222.0456
Chuppah Tefillos Booklets. 845-213-0602.
Wedding Kit 845-425-2036
Wedding Kit 845-371-2947
Simcha Powder Room Kit 845-304-8154
Accessories Basket 845-371-6857
Children Hair Pieces 3473001679
Portable Chuppah 845-425-4790
Sound System 917-382-8809
Evening Bags 845-549-2929
Shmiras Halashon Cards 537-0069
Earplugs for Simchos 845-328-1071
22 qt crockpots, big hot plates, big pots, perculator 8453238570
Simcha table centerpieces 8456087715
Centerpieces 845-570-7755
Wedding guest accessories basket 845425-0963
Mechteniste/Teenage Gown Gemach 845-662-4149
Invitation Addressing 845-275-3044
Portable & Plug in Food warmers 845371-1531
Centerpieces & table top 845.213.0160
Gowns 845-548-7012
Kallah
Yom Hachuppah Cd 845-352-2560
Crowns, veils, shoes, capes 426-0767
Headpieces, Tiaras, Veils 845-425-4221
White Sneakers 917-613-6579
White Shoes 845-200-0211
Dress your kallah stress free. Book 1 week in advance 518-306-1167
Kallah Dresser 845-300-5767
Vort dress gemach 845-499-3086
Kallah fur capes 845-425-7176
Misc
Ribbis Question? 347-977-0628
Notary Public 347-228-8825
Hairstyling 845-540-3731
Hair styling 845-502-6558
Haircuts & Styling 845-352-8101/ 845499-3218
Wash & sets $25, 347-944-0003
Haircutting/Styling 845-263-7057
Haircutting & Styling 845-422-5337
Hospital Supplies 746-8293
Hospital Gown 845-425-8687
Hospital Gown 845-426-4695
Hospital Gowns 845-356-5364
Medical Equipment Email Slmw50@ Gmail.com
DVDS & players for Cholim/Homebound 425-2660
Simcha Maternity 845-425-1725
Maternity Coats Text only 845-521-2912
Bed Rest? Laundry Help. 213-7437
Maternity Clothing 845-445-9687
Maternity Coat Text Only 8455212912
Twin Z Pillows 845-445-9298
Proposal Gemach 347-277-4072
Makeup 845-517-7128
Gps & Waze 845-352-2588 (Minimal Fee)
Kosher Waze 845.587.1708
Roof Carriers 845-659-1863.
Pack N Play Sheets Included. Text: 845216-4885
Pack n plays 845-426-1177/ 347-631-8183
Pack n plays 845-356-7353
Beautiful nishmas cards 845-729-7390
Poya (outfit, hat, booties) 845-425-0672
Help-a-mom. to volunteer call 347-9776816
Phones For Emergencies. 845-376-0738
Reflectors 845-356-0815
Reflectors 347-977-6816
Feeding Supplies 845-366-6398
Natural Health Support, text 347 2287578
Ostomy Supplies 845-637-6231
Moving Boxes Text (845) 641-5536
Boxes 845-425-6826 Or 845-608-7830
Boxes 845-642-5286
Boxes Text (845) 641-5536
Heaters 845 362 8666
Activated Phones and Waze 845-445-7422
Air Mattresses 9176537170
Air mattress gemach Text/WhatsApp 9087831676
Tablecloths 845-459-7396
Teen Hotline! 1-518-988-1364
Coat racks & Hangers 845-352-4640
New Tablecloth Gemach 845-459-7396
twin exchange- do u have twin clothing in perfect condition that you no longer use and want to pass it on to another set to enjoy? We match up families of twins who wish to contribute or enjoy this service. call 646-689-2129 or email twinexchange29@ gmail.com
Tablecloths on New Hempstead 845459-7396
Teen makeup for all occasions 845-4067288
Baby scale 845-540-1710
Moving blankets 314-606-5011
Egg Boxes for moving 845-642-9729
Menadvim Furniture Gemach 718-6362384
Therapy toys 443-879-3169
Outfit and pillow 914-715-2672
Suitcases 845-371-9121
Minor Repairs txt 845-272-4840
Bike Racks 845-659-1863.
Opwdd Sd Advice Email Slfydhm@Gmail. com
Pack n play (playpens) 845-352-7170
GPS 425-3873
9pm ET ladies Teleconference for Geulah, (774) 323-4400, 10970#
Medical Supplies 845 579 2258
Ostomy supply gemach 845-324-1211
Teacher’s Bulletin 845-425-8046
Computer Advice (862) 248-1931
Loans 347-385-1408
Twin carriages 718-522-3891
Twin Clothing Exchange 646-689-2129 or 347-675-9139
Moving Help packing/unpacking 845281-5900
Wig Gemach 9174744305
Pack N Plays with sheets text 845-280-3470
Therapy toys 1-443-879-3169
Surgical socks 845-425-7330
Financial planning 7188536016
Digital Cameras 8264062
Israel Phone Gemach 845-445-7422
Single parent? Help with shopping etc. 516-203-2616
Hairstyling 845-570-7121
Washing Stations 845.428.9014
Yiddish & English Poems 845-587-3018
Shabbos lamps (914) 391-3787
Lev Simcha music groups/visits 8456082676
Sefer Torah 347-598-0357
Free-shalom bayis 845-213-0602
Mezuzos 845-540-1802
Boys Occasionwear 570-507-4492
Drop in babysitter - (845) 445-9391
laminators & paper cutters msg 845263-7115
Kendamil formula 914-523-0592
Vitamin Gemach 845-521-5241
Hachnosas Kallah loan gemach 347-4151525
Heimish Chicken soup 845-352-3959
READING TUTOR
Get your daughter out of the resource room and onto class level within 12-16 weeks bez”H. 845 659 5649
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER
Would you like to set up your home well? An organized home makes an organized mind and easy to find! Call 845-587-7908
MASSAGE SCHOOL
Become A Massage Therapist @ Jsg School Of Massage Therapy Northvale,Nj, Jsgmassage.Org. Call Dr Garofano @ 201-394-9200 For January Class
LEGAL DOC PREP
Attention Law Offices: I”Ll Take Care Of Preparing Deed Transfer Docs, Simple Amendendemnts & Closing Statements. Fast Turaround Time & Great Price! Email:Closingdocsprep@Gmail.Com For Info.
STYLE.BYLEAH
For all your hair and wig needs. Call/Text 9735448226 Certified Hair+Blush Academy
HIARCUTTING/HAIRSTYLING
$10 haircuts. $20 styling. Leahle 845-422-2859
ODDS & ENDS
GOITA SHADCHUNIS HOTLINE
Are you looking to place your cleaning lady or are you in need of one? Call the Goita Shadchunis Hotline free of charge 716-623-4762
CALLING BEAUTY VENDORS!
Set up a free booth to showcase makeup, skincare, or perfume products. Promote your brand—text 347-899-2027
GOWNS
MATERNITY GOWN RENTAL
Georgeous selection of maternity gowns affordable prices all sizes... New! Also accepting gowns on consignment. Please call/ text 646334-6582
Classifieds
MECHUTANESTA GOWN
Beautiful Taupe Gown for sale. size 16. 845.502.6491
GOWN FOR SALE
Gorgeous silk women’s light beige gown for sale. Size 4-6. Call or text 845-659-1848.
GOWNS!
Lovely Kleinfeld soft lace kallah gown, size 2-4, and sister-of-the-bride size 6-8 stunning ivory gown for sale. Also married sister-of-thebride slight A-line designer two-piece gown, elegant details, size 8-10. Call/ text for pic or more details 8453239456.
ITALIAN DESIGNER GOWNS FOR SALE
Ivory Size 2-4 ~ Ivory
Maternity Size 2-4 ~ Ivory Teen Size 0-2 ~ Ivory Kids Size 12 ~ Ivory/Blue Size 4-6~ Black Size 10 ~ Black Size 2 ~ Dark Green Size 0 ~ Green Size 2-4 ~ White/ Green Size 2-4 ~ Grey/ Silver Size 2-4. 845-5026491 (Text Preferred)
LOST
Lost something? Found something? The Daily Return: Call/text: 845-538-0193, Email: monseydailyreturn@gmail. com
Wool cream Shabbos Jacket in Tferes Mordchai wedding hall on October 27, 929-2751330
bugaboo donkey hood clips twin area 13472321969
Blue scooter & pink push and go 347-232-1969
Brand new black coat with tag 845-263-7051 /845-425-1918
FOUND
Childs hat, black crocs, grey floafers, umbrella, valance in Shoppers Haven 845-6599482
Ladies black hat in Bingo 845-362-8933
Black tis me hat in Nyack taxi 845-200-1176
Grey bugabee carriage with matching grey baby bag 2 years ago in a taxi 845-5784085
Small siddur, toaster, sefer Pnei Menachem on Moadim 845-356-1039
FREE GIVEAWAYS
Brochos cards for Moshiach’s arrival at moshiachbrochoscards@ gmail.com. Endorsed by Gedolei Yisroel
Denim butterfly printed hood with bassinet in excellent condition. Please text 347-351-3407
RETURN123
No lines. No traffic. No missed deadlines. We pick up your returns — Amazon & more. Only $5 each • Call, Text, or WhatsApp: 845-4457754. Return123Go@gmail. com
JEFFREY PL
a unique, luxurious 3-bed on a quiet street, sitting on beautiful grounds for sale. 845-422-3311.
SECRETARY POSITION
Chassidish Mosed in Monsey is hiring a full-time girl or woman secretary for administrative tasks. Experience is strongly preferred. Email resume to 10952job@gmail.com
JOB OPPURTUNITY
Are you sales driven and looking to make some side income, then this job is for you! Work your own hours based out of your home. Email your info to hello@ nookhome.com
NEW WEBSITE?
Get your new beautiful website done hassle free! Affordable pricing! Satisfaction guaranteed! Email: sales@ stratadigitalgroup.com
