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1 container Golden Taste Roasted Garlic Confit

2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. black pepper

2 tbsp maple syrup

handful Kosher Taste fresh chopped parsley

2-3 tsp. sumac

FOR THE FISH:

2 large fillets of cod or turbo

2 tbsp. oil

3 tbsp. stone ground mustard

Salt and pepper

Chopped Kosher Taste Parsley

2 lemons

Instructions:

FOR THE POTATOES:

Mix everything together on a parchment

lined baking sheet. Place in 375F and bake for 45 minutes

FOR THE FISH:

Line a baking sheet with parchment and oil.

Place the fillets on the tray

Season with salt and pepper.

Shmear the mustard on the top of the fillets.

Garnish with the parsley Squeeze on lemon worth of juice over the top. And then place slices of lemon on top of each fish.

Bake for 20-23 minutes in 375F oven.

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SIMPLE, NOT SHOWSTOPPER

(Re: Showstopper Cheesecakes, Issue 003)

I imagine most readers of The Williamsburg View are like me: We bake basic marble cake, brownies and kokosh cake throughout the year. At most, we might try some fancier or more complex recipes featured in your pages in honor of Yom Tov. People like us ask, “What on earth is kataifi dough?” and can’t understand the appeal of Dubai chocolate. We would love recipes that are simple and delicious, like easier cheesecakes or milchig muffins in honor of Shavuos.

Thank you!

SIMCHA SEATING

(Re: I Have Some Advice For You, Issue 003)

A Reader Who Loves To Bake

I loved your collection of bar mitzvah advice and tips! Here’s mine: When I planned the , I calculated how many guests I was expecting on each side of the , divided the totals by eight (which is how many seats were at each table), and set that many tables. Then I put small signs on each table indicating who would sit there (e.g.,

I calculated that relatives from my side of the family would need three tables. But what happened was that the first to arrive sat down at a table, and then each subsequent arrival

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joined that table. When the table was full, the next guest in the group didn’t want to “start” a new table on her own, so she added a seat to the full table. This kept happening until I had twenty people seated at a table for eight. I tried to guide my guests to the other tables, but they were settled and enjoying each other’s company and didn’t want to move. (At one point, finally, one dear and gracious sisterin-law took pity on me and started a new table, and the overflow followed her.)

So here’s my tip: Next time, instead of setting several separate tables for guests in one category, I would have the caterer move two or three tables together so the guests could all sit together comfortably and enjoy each other’s company.

Mother of the Bar Mitzvah Boy

PICTURE OF PURITY

(Re: Laying the Handiwork, Issue 003)

Thank you for the magnificent bar mitzvah issue. As a woman, I have never had the opportunity to learn much about the mitzvah of tefillin or to see the steps and components up close. I found it fascinating and so touching! I also enjoyed the hilarious illustrations in the advice article. Your illustrator really nailed it!

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NOT JUST FOR TWO-WHEELERS

(Re: Saved by His Helmet, Inbox, Issue 002)

I saw the letter from the mother who wrote that “when the training wheels come off, the helmet goes on.” In my opinion, helmets should be worn even when the bike still has training wheels. Training wheels were designed to teach the kid to ride without them, and therefore sit a bit off the ground on one side, which causes the bike to be off-balance. When the rider goes too fast or turns sharply, the bike can fall and result in injury, so helmets are always important.

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THE BEST SEGULAH

(Re: Inbox, Bubby’s Cleaning Lady, Issue 002)

Many years ago, the daughter of Reb Mordechai Duvid Dombreve visited the Chozeh of Lublin. Among other requests, she asked that the Chozeh bentsch her that she

should have a good maid (it was common in those days for all households to employ maids to assist with the housework, which was much more burdensome than it is nowadays with the advancements in technology that we benefit from). He answered, “You can tell whose daughter she is! She’s a very smart woman. A good maid is a segulah for shalom bayis and arichas yamim.”

My grandmother used to tell us this story. She heard it from her own grandmother.

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A HEARTFELT REQUEST

A Loyal Reader

Over a century ago, Mrs. Eiga bas Reb Ezriel departed this world quietly and childless. On her matzeivah is inscribed a heartfelt request: Please come light a candle in her zechus, and she will daven on your behalf — for children, grandchildren, and a long, healthy life. Countless visitors have shared stories of nissim they saw after davening at her kever.

Her yahrtzeit falls on 9 Sivan (June 5 this year) — two days after Shavuos. Candles and matches will be supplied at her kever on that day. Her matzeivah is located in Old Montefiore Cemetery in Queens, New York (see photo for exact location).

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May Hashem grant everyone the yeshuos they need.

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WHAT’S SOMETHING SPECIAL YOU DO FOR YOUR HUSBAND AND/ OR SONS TO HELP THEM STAY UP TO LEARN ON SHAVUOS NIGHT?

I prepare light baked goods and purchase a variety of fresh flowers to send along to shul. The natural fragrance of the flowers provides a welcoming atmosphere that promotes wakefulness.

Before Shavuos each year, I prepare individual treat boxes for my bochurim to enjoy when they return home from shul Shavuos at dawn. Somewhat reminiscent of a mishloach manos package, the theme and contents are different every year, and they appreciate it each time anew. It includes a variety of individually wrapped dairy miniatures and a little bottle of iced coffee. Of course, I always write a little (personalized) note telling them how much I admire their learning Torah on this night and the entire year. As an example, the son who makes an extra effort all year to wake up on time gets special mention for that. My teenage daughter finds the whole thing a bit much, but I firmly insist that if anyone deserves miniatures and cheesecake, it’s those who hold up the world.

I don’t do anything in particular; I just honestly, truly respect them. It’s great to stay up all night when there’s a choice, but the fact that they have the willingness and ko’ach to stay up when it’s required — I truly am blown away.

I prepare and serve a very light yet filling meal so they don’t get tired from eating heavy food.

I cut up cold watermelon cubes to take to shul at night.

I try to keep the kids quiet so that my husband can nap on Erev Yom Tov. It might mean watching them outdoors or giving them crafts to keep them entertained.

There is nothing for me to do; he needs to choose a shul that works for him. The right environment is its own motivation.

In shanah rishonah, I bought my husband an antique leather Tikkun Leil Shavuos, and I put in little motivational notes between the pages. It is now many years later, and he still has those notes, enjoying their messages and the memories every year.

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BAMIDBAR –SHAVUOS

Shikkur for Torah

Y. Levenstein

Shlomo Hamelech writes in Shir Hashirim (2:4), “ Heviani el bais hayayin v’diglu alay ahavah.” The Midrash ( Bamidbar Rabbah 2:3) says this pasuk refers to Har Sinai. Klal Yisroel says, “Hakadosh Baruch Hu brought us up to the large wine cellar (Sinai), where He gave us the Torah and mitzvos, and we accepted it with great love.”

Why do Chazal compare Matan Torah to a wine cellar?

Reb Shmuel Rozovsky, zt”l, Rosh Yeshivas Ponovezh, explains this simply. Consider a bottle of alcoholic drink. You don’t become intoxicated just by having it on the table; you’d have to actually drink it. However, if you were to visit an alcoholic beverage manufacturing facility, you may become intoxicated even without tasting the wine. The fumes are so strong that they can cause intoxication even if you don’t drink any alcohol.

When the Yidden came to Matan Torah, the very air and atmosphere was so saturated with the kedusha of Torah that we all became intoxicated with Torah. Even before opening a sefer to learn, we were impacted. It was an atmosphere so uplifting that it had the power to open every Yid’s heart and instill a strong level of ahavah and desire to accept the Torah.

In Reb Shmuel’s words, “Every Yid became shikkur for Torah!”

This degree of exposure to the “fumes” of Torah has given ko’ach to Klal Yisroel throughout the generations, creating a deep connection and love for Torah. Our entire being is suffused with true love and longing for Torah and mitzvos. It is ahavas haTorah with no boundaries.

REB SHALOM GALAI merited that which your typical person usually does not attain. Growing up in Volkovysk, Belarus, there were no yeshivos locally. But his mother dreamed that at least one of her sons would grow to become a talmid chacham. She had no idea where she would find a proper yeshivah for young Shalom, but decided to do research. For several weeks, she and her young son trekked by foot from town to town to find out where there was a yeshivah. It was an act of mesirus nefesh in its fullest sense. The journey was an arduous one, but Shalom’s mother kept reassuring him and herself that it would all be worthwhile when they would find a makom Torah in which he could grow.

On their way, they arrived in Radin, and Shalom’s mother was delighted to learn that there was indeed a yeshivah in town. Then she heard about the physical accommodations, and she was dismayed. The bochurim would sleep by local residents and eat with them. The standard of living in town was clearly subpar. How can I leave my young son in such poor conditions? ”she thought to herself.” Never mind the fact that I have no idea how I could possibly pay a family to host him!

As she walked down the street, preoccupied with her predicament, Shalom’s mother spotted a woman carrying baskets, obviously

BLOSSOM CHILDBIRTH Through

He simply wanted to teach us that the Torah of a young bochur is no less important or valuable than the learning of the Chofetz Chaim himself

on her way home from the market. Perhaps, as a member of the community, the woman would have advice for her, so Shalom’s mother crossed the street to speak with her. “You see,” she explained, “On the one hand, I so badly want my son to join the yeshivah, yet I can’t see how it could work out technically. We live far away, and I can’t pay for food and lodging for my son.”

Without hesitation, the woman replied, “That’s no problem at all. He can stay at our house. I’ll arrange a room for him to sleep in, and I’ll serve him enough food so he should have the strength to learn in the yeshivah.”

Shalom’s mother was delighted and thanked the woman profusely.

“What’s your name?” she then asked.

“Freida Hakohen,” the woman replied.

Mrs. Galai had no idea that she was speaking with the wife of the Chofetz Chaim!

And so it was that Shalom Galai became a ben bayis of the Chofetz Chaim, living in the home of the gadol hador and eating at his table for the next four years. Interestingly, when everyone would sit down to dinner, the Chofetz Chaim made sure his wife served Shalom first. “He needs to go back to yeshivah to learn,” he would say.

Years later, Reb Shalom would relate to his children, including the well-known Reb Shimon Galai, shlit”a: “What do you think? Was the Chofetz Chaim not in a rush to return to his learning as well? He simply wanted to teach us that the Torah of a young bochur is no less important or valuable than the learning of the Chofetz Chaim himself.”

This experience generated a tremendous ahavas haTorah in Reb Shalom, and he tried to transmit it to the next generation.

Reb Shimon Galai describes the extreme destitution he grew up with as a child living in Haifa. They hardly had food on the table, but he clearly recalls his father’s face when he managed to bring home an entire set of the new Vilna Shas. He didn’t lecture or preach, but the children picked up on their father’s ecstasy. They knew that nothing comes close to the value of Torah, not more food or luxuries, nor any money in the world.

One day, young Shimon and his brothers went with their father to learn in shul, and they found the front door locked. A typical child might be excited to be “off the hook” from learning for the day, but not the Galai boys. Without missing a beat, Reb Shalom, who was not a youngster, climbed in through the window, and his boys followed suit. Learning that day was sweeter than usual. The boys saw just how important learning Torah was for

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One afternoon, when Reb Shimon came to visit his father just after he returned from shul, he saw his father writhing in agony

their father, and they sensed how precious their extra efforts were.

Toward the sunset of his life, Reb Shalom suffered terribly from illness. Still, he would never give up his daily trip to the beis midrash to learn. One afternoon, when Reb Shimon came to visit his father just after he returned from shul, he saw his father writhing in agony.

“Tatte, how did you have the strength to learn for two hours without a break in such a matzav?” he asked.

His father’s face lit up. “Shima’le, I’ll tell you! When I realized that my lot in life right now would include such suffering, I poured out my heart in tefillah. ‘If I am destined to suffer,’ I said, ‘I will accept it with love, but Ribbono Shel Olam, I ask that at least during my regular learning time, I should not be in pain, so I can learn as usual and enjoy Your Torah!’

“Apparently,” Reb Shalom said, passing on his secret key to ahavas haTorah, “Hashem has heard my tefillos, and I am able to learn Torah calmly and joyfully.”

* * * * *

Shmuel* is a steady participant in the nightly shiur in his shul. Rain or shine, every single evening finds him attentively devoting his kvias ittim at the shiur, and he’s careful never to miss a single one.

As his son’s chasunah date approached, Shmuel wondered to himself what would be. Would he be forced to break his record and miss learning? It simply didn’t seem feasible not to miss the shiur. After all, he was the mechutan!

But where’s there’s a will there’s a way, they say. And for Shmuel, his desire and willpower were so strong that he came up with a plan. He could be at his son’s wedding — and at the shiur — at the same time.

Shmuel asked the maggid shiur if the location of the shiur could be switched for just that night. Right there, in an outer room of the chasunah hall, the dozens of regular shiur participants could come hear the shiur

And so it was.

Just after the chuppah, as soft music played inside the banquet hall and the guests dined, a different kind of music — the music of Torah — played in the lobby.

Guests who arrived at the hall just then looked for the mechutan, and where did they find him? Dressed in his best, seated in a side room alongside many other men who were engrossed in their nightly shiur.

After three-quarters of an hour, he was back, welcoming his guests and getting ready to dance. The joy on his face was palpable. He had merited achieving a wondrous combination — mixing the joy of his son’s chuppah with the joy of limud Torah.

TOBY TANNENBAUM, LCSW

QAs the mother of young children, I am frequently overwhelmed with the demands of cooking, cleaning and everything else. In the evening, when everyone’s either kvetching or crying, I lose it. I yell at my kids, and that quiets them down. Then I feel guilty and berate myself for yelling at them. I feel terrible until the next day, when I do it all over again. How can I stop this cycle?

— Gitty

ADear Gitty,

Parenting is one of life’s most daunting, exhausting and humbling experiences. At the same time, it’s also a profound vessel for personal growth and emotional expansion. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, drained or powerless in your interactions with your children, know that what you are experiencing is common.

While parenting brings immense joy, it also comes with relentless stress. The daily challenges of the morning rush, homework battles, bedtime routines and simply staying present with our children can feel like an uphill climb. As families grow, so do the demands, stretching parents in multiple directions at once.

First take a moment to acknowledge the struggle. Parenting is tough. When faced with difficult behaviors, we often react from a subconscious place, with our nervous system on high alert. But instead of evaluating yourself with judgment, I invite you to evaluate yourself with compassion. You’re doing your best with the skills and tools you have right now.

We all struggle to maintain emotional equilibrium with our children. Fatigue, stress and hunger can quickly erode our patience, leaving us feeling depleted. But just as we encourage our children to rest and recharge, we must give ourselves the same. Filling your own cup — with self-acceptance and compassion — will create a foundation of emotional resilience, allowing you to reflect these same qualities back to your children.

PARENTING IS A DELICATE BALANCE BETWEEN TWO ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS: LOVE AND FIRMNESS

When we cultivate understanding and kindness toward ourselves, we naturally extend it to our children. Like us, they have moments of frustration, overwhelm and feeling misunderstood. In these moments, what they need most is what we also need when we feel that way — compassion, connection and the reassurance that they are doing their best.

By leading with empathy, we foster a home where everyone can thrive. And that, above all else, is the heart of parenting.

Once we establish that empathy, we can learn the skills of communicating effectively.

Parenting is a delicate balance between two essential elements: love and firmness. Many parents believe these are opposing forces — that they must choose between being affectionate and setting strict boundaries. However, the true gift we give our children is the fusion of both — loving firmness.

With love and compassion, we can establish and uphold boundaries. We can acknowledge and understand our children’s emotions while maintaining the structure they need to feel safe and secure. Loving our children does not mean giving endlessly or mindlessly; it means creating an environment where they feel supported, even when we must say no.

When children push back against our limits, our role is to lean into their discomfort with an open heart and mind. Even when we cannot give them what they want, we can still offer them the gift of being seen and understood.

Mother: I see that you’re really enjoying playing Monopoly with your brother, but it’s time to brush your teeth and get ready for bed.

Child: (Ignores and continues playing.)

Mother: I know it’s hard to stop playing; it looks like you’re having a great time.

Child: Just five more minutes… PLEASE!

Mother: It seems like you’d need at least another hour to really finish the game. Why don’t we put it in a safe place so you can pick up right where you left off after school tomorrow? (She gently places the board on a high shelf, preserving it for later.)

Being firm doesn’t mean being harsh. It means standing your ground while remaining calm, empathetic and connected. When children feel both the security of boundaries and the safety of unconditional love, they develop emotional resilience and trust.

Parenting is never about perfection; it’s about presence. By embracing both love and firmness, we offer our children the structure they need and the compassion they deserve.

Hatzlacha, Toby

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

DEFENSE

ראג יד וצ טמוק’ס ןעוו עיצאטראפסנארט

עיצקורטסנאק ןלעטשפא געט עטגיילעגנא

ערעכיז

א דראפדעב זיא טקעפא ןיא ןיירא ערעדנוזאב יד זא רוביצ םעד טנאמרעד טאה רע רעמ

לטריומ ףיוא יירעסיש

רעביא טזאל וינעווע

שיטירק א ןיא ןאמ ןייא ןטעדנואווראפ דנאטשוצ

זיא טכאנ גאטנוז

ואוו יירעסיש א ןעמוקעגראפ

רעטריציפיטנעדיאמוא ןא

ןראוועג ןסאשעג זיא יוג

זיא יירעסיש יד .פאק ןיא

טכאנ גאטנוז ןעמוקעגראפ

ףיוא ,גיסיירד ייווצ םורא וצ טנאנ וינעווע לטריומ רעד ןיא וינעווע סניקפמאט טנעסעווייטס-דראפדעב .טנגעג

סנעליעווריוס יד ףיוא

א יוזאיוו ןעמ טעז סערעמאק ,רעבירא טראפ ראק רעסייוו ןאמ רעד ןוא ,פא ךיז טלעטש

ץראווש ןיא ןוטעגנא זיא סאוו ליפ .ןסאשרעד טרעוו

טנגעג רעד ןיא רעניואוונייא

ןראוועג טרעטישרע ןענעז ,ירפרעדניא ןגידנעמוק םעד

סאד ןוא ,סעיינ יד גידנרעה

סאוו טייצ א ןיא טמוק

טנגעג רעד ןיא סנכערבראפ

טגראזאב ןוא ןגיטשעג זיא .רעניואוונייא עכילדירפ

זא ןא טיג ייצילאפ יד

רעטריציפיטנעדיאמוא רעד

טריפעגניירא זיא ןאמ ןיא לאטיפש ןיא ןראוועג

ןוא ,דנאטשוצ ןשיטירק א ןאהראפ טשינכאנ זיא’ס זא

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יד טריפעגכרוד טאה’ס רעוו

שידיא

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ןבאה דנאל ן’רעביא ןופ ןטנאקיטילאפ ןוא ,טולב

פמארט טנעדיזערפ .טקא םעד ןסירעגפארא ףראש

םעד טמאדראפ טנעמטיעטס ןרעגנעל א ןיא טאה

זיא ידנאב לארענעשזד ינריוטא ןוא ,טקא ןכילסעה וצ ךאווטימ םענעגנאגראפ ןעמוקעגפארא ןיילא

ךיוא טאה יז ןוא ,יירעסיש רעד ןופ ענעצס רעד סע-וי עגילייווטייצ יד ,אריפ יורפ זא ןדלאמעג םעד ןריפ טעוו ,יס-יד

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CHANIE SPIRA

Kaily rejects the shadchan’s persistence. She takes her mother to buy a necklace for the kallah.

chapter THIRTY-ONE

“We’re going to pack forty days into four,” Tziri said. She stood at the mirror, struggling with the clasp of her necklace — a ruby teardrop, a sapphire square and a diamond round.

Glamorous and understated at once. It was only half past eight on Wednesday morning, but Tziri was brimming with energy.

“It sounds like some sort of a segulah,” Perela quipped.

“No segulah, just lots of hard work.”

While Tziri outlined their day, Perela compulsively flipped her phone open and closed. She couldn’t really concentrate because she had to call home, now. She hadn’t spoken to Ezriel since she left. The time difference was a killer; when they finally landed, he was davening Shachris, and then he was in the classroom, and then she fell asleep before he had his recess break.

All she’d done was send a quick text when she landed so they all knew she was safe.

But now the timing was perfect. It was seven-thirty Tuesday evening back in New York. Her kids should be post-supper and winding down.

She nervously smoothed the blanket over her queensized bed. Tziri was still talking.

“That’s what room service is for,” Tziri said.

Perela finished smoothing it anyway. “I’ll just quickly call my family quickly, and then I’ll be ready to leave.”

Tziri nodded. “Go ahead. But don’t become enmeshed

with your family. When I’m away on business, I keep it cool so I can focus.”

How did keeping it cool work? Weren’t they supposed to be enmeshed?

Was there some truth to what Tziri was saying? She was nervous about calling home. It would somehow spoil the magic of disconnect that had enveloped her the moment she closed the door to her house.

She dialed the familiar number. It rang in that distant international sort of way.

After the fifth ring, finally, someone answered. That someone was not Ezriel or any of the kids.

“Hi. Who am I speaking to?” She was pretty sure she had the correct phone number.

“Oh! Hi, Tante Perela. It’s Suri.” Why was Eli’s daughter in her house? “I’m babysitting.”

She tensed. She’d be away for only one week. And on day two, he needed a babysitter already.

“Where’s Ezriel?”

“He had PTA for his students today. He said he would be back at about ten o’clock.”

“Aha.” Relief and disappointment filled her. “How are things in the house?” She was hungry to hear.

“Things are okay. I came last night to help, and he asked me to also come tomorrow.” Suri chuckled like it was some sort of joke. “Yesterday, the boys took out every single toy, and Charni found the Vaseline. She smeared it all over her face and the table. Uncle Ezriel didn’t know what to do. He called my father to say there was an emergency.”

Perela eked out a chuckle, though something inside her thawed. He wasn’t managing.

She heard hair-raising shrieks in the background. Those shrieks were part of the daily war cries at the Sternbergs. “What’s going on?”

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“The boys are fighting. Don’t worry. I’ll tell Uncle Ezriel you called, okay?” Suri sounded eager to hang up.

There was a knock on the hotel door. Tziri opened it to reveal a Chinese man wearing a suit and holding a few paper bags with the Chabad logo.

Tziri greeted him like an old friend.

“It’s Tao, the agent,” Tziri whispered to her.

She nodded. To Suri she said, “Thanks. Can you get me Sheva on the phone, please?”

She watched Tao spread a plastic tablecloth on the little table and start removing items from the bags — a bottle of milk, fresh baguettes, salad, and some cheeses and spreads. He obviously had experience dining his American clients, and he folded napkins and placed the cutlery on them.

She deleted the message. Kaily had been really rude to her a day earlier, and that was after giving up her last night home to take her place. She was going to disconnect, with a capital D.

There was no way to better disconnect than start her meal with dessert. She indulged in a freshly brewed coffee and the warm doughnuts lightly sprinkled with confectioners’ sugar. Ah! The magic was back.

“We’ll do a bit of grocery shopping later,” Tziri said. “For now, let’s pack up these leftovers to tide us over. We have to be at Kanoshi soon.”

The woman was so chilled. She was going to strike multi-thousand dollar deals all day, and she looked like she was heading to the beach.

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“Hi, darling. How’s it going?”

“It’s good. We had pizza today! And ice cream, and Suri came yesterday and today to babysit. But Leiby and Avrumy fight all day.”

Anxiety rose inside her. Perela glanced at the set table and the luxurious room to remember where she was. I’m not home now, so calm down She moved over to the mirror to ensure she was still wearing her freshly done sheitel and casually cute outfit. When she was on the phone with her family, she imagined herself with tired eyes and faded clothes.

“Tell them they’ll only get their gifts if they behave, and tell Tatty to call me,” she told Sheva.

Tziri was wagging her finger at her. Perela was apparently enmeshed with her kids.

She saw a missed call from Kaily and a text. Ma’s MRI doesn’t show much. They claim she moved around too much, and they have to redo it under sedation. I made an appointment for next week.

Tao nodded and graciously led them through the main lobby. The lobby decor was magnificent, with large glass windows and intricate lighting.

“Communism isn’t so bad,” Perela said, grinning.

“Shh…” Tziri said seriously. “Don’t say a word about it. They watch your every move here.”

Perela clamped her mouth shut.

“And besides, let me see what you say after we visit the factories.”

Perela kept her eyes glued to the window. She’d never seen so many people in her life. The financial district rivaled Fifth Avenue in Manhattan.

They entered the first factory, and Tao gave them a quick tour. Perela almost cried. Hundreds of masked workers sat over sewing machines, without exchanging a word. Women with their necks set at an impossible angle sewed seam after seam, steaming garment after garment.

“They earn three dollars an hour,” Tziri whispered in her ear. “I pay you a bit better than that, no?” She winked again.

As the tour wound down, Tziri

Experience

EUROPE ISRAEL AND

Shabbos

Candle Lighting Starts Here

IT’S

TWO O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING IN NEW YORK. CALM DOWN. THOSE MEN ARE

FINE

WITHOUT US FOR ONE WEEK

started talking shop. What she wanted, how she wanted it, and when she wanted it. Tao led them to the manager’s office to hash out the details.

As they were about to enter the room, her phone buzzed. Ezriel. She hesitated. It was ten o’clock back home now. She’d call him back when they were done. She silenced the call and turned off all sounds.

Tziri was a pro at haggling with the manager and his broken English. She took a freshly sewn garment off the floor and stretched it by the seam. She showed the manager that the stitches were coming apart.

He nodded and promised a much better product.

Perela swallowed a chuckle. Tziri should not try this trick on Perela’s or her kids’ wardrobes. It was funny to see her Ali and Temu products at the production stage.

Adrenaline kept them both on their feet until three o’clock. Perela lost track of how many Zhuns and Zhens she’d met along with Tings, Mings and Whings. All she knew was that she’d seen more garments today than most people saw in ten lifetimes.

“We’re sitting down right now,” Tziri decided. Tao dropped them off at a little picnic table in a park where they ate their breakfast leftovers. “Supper at Chabad is really nice and fun. You get to meet tons of people.”

Supper? How could she think about evening when she hadn’t spoken to her husband yet?

Perela took out her phone. Of course he had tried her. Dozens of times.

“Hmm… I see my husband tried me. I haven’t spoken to him since I left.”

Then again, Tziri hadn’t spoken to her husband since she left either. Not that it seemed to bother her.

“Uh, Perela? It’s two o’clock in the morning in New York. Calm down. Those men are fine without us for one week. Are you sure you want to call him?”

Perela suddenly pitied this strong, chilled, confident woman.

“Yes. I’m sure.”

She was about to dial his number when the phone rang. “Hello,” she said quickly.

“Perela,” he said slowly. She heard him exhale. “I called you so many times.”

“I know. I’m sorry. My ringer was off because I was in a meeting.” She wanted him to believe her. “You’re still up? Isn’t it the middle of the night?”

Tziri was watching her intently. Perela stood up and slowly walked toward the grassy field. A little child dressed in tatters, barefoot, was playing on the grass near her. His mother was probably one of those women bent over in the factory a few blocks away.

Did the boy feel abandoned? Did he realize that his mother’s job meant survival?

“I’m still up because there was no way I could go to sleep without talking to you.”

Tears gathered in her eyes. “H… How’s everything?” She watched through blurred vision as the boy ran after a bird.

“Well.” Ezriel paused. “Things are going… well. Two days passed already, for better or for worse.”

She was quiet, waiting.

“I called Eli. I was desperate,” Ezriel said honestly. “I don’t know how you do it.”

She coughed lightly to show she was there. Listening. Intently, in fact. She had been waiting to hear those words for thirteen years now.

“I’m working so hard,” Ezriel said. “And I can’t help thinking that you do this every day. So… really, I stayed up to say thank you.”

TO BE CONTINUED…

FLOWER SCAPES

TABLESCAPE BY

LUXURE EVENTS BY M. WEBER

HOLLANDER

PREPARED FOR PRINT BY SHEVY

IT’S SHAVUOS.

Your table is the canvas. Florals are the art.

Arrange them dense and dainty with dimension, scatter them airily with bold dashes, or let towering branches arch overhead.

Whichever flowers you choose to use, you can always rely on their gorgeous results to herald the celebration of Matan Torah.

Scallops and beaded elements in soft shades of pink bring a timeless charm to the table along with an unmistakable contemporary edge.

VINTAGE

STARCHED AND STARK

A scalloped table topper with delicate embroidery in three shades of pink over a white silk liner is the perfect backdrop for this showstopping tablescape.

Coordinating linen placemats and napkins in the same three shades — blush, mauve and rose — create an ombre effect; the hues are similar enough to flow smoothly, different enough to give the table that extra dimension.

GARDEN GLORY

Using similar vases in varying heights, sizes and designs gives the table artistic dimension. I like to use neutral-colored vases with simple textures so the focus is on the florals. These white ceramic ribbed vases check all the boxes.

Spirea, this spring specialty with a short blooming season right in time for Shavuos, is a gorgeous gardeny filler that works in most bouquets. It gives body and soft texture without overshadowing the prominent flowers.

Ranunculus, peonies, secret garden roses and anemones all come together in these soft arrangements that represent the season and its blossoming bounty.

I folded each of these scalloped napkins and arranged it between the walled charger and the show plate for this flower-like presentation.

Vintage beading on the chairs and cutlery flow well together with the bubble-stemmed glasses.

Transparent accent cups in two different sizes enhance the table setting without cluttering up the space.

These velvet chairs, both dainty and regal, were an obvious choice against the white of the tablecloths.

These delicate Herend show plates complement the vintage vibe with class and ceremony.

RUSTIC BREEZE

Wood, bamboo and white undertones, with a sprinkling of buds for that soft vibrancy, make the outdoors a perfect Shavuos kiddush setting.

ARBOREOUS AND AIRY

Cane chairs, an open white-washed wood table, bamboo accents and a sprinkling of bud vases lend an airiness to this scene. Like a light breeze rustling through the garden, this outdoorsy mood heralds summer and this Yom Tov of greenery.

SPRING IN BLOOM

Cane-wrapped vases both complement the chairs and also serve as the perfect holders for this variety of blooms. A bunch of spirea branches arch over the table in the center, and dainty arrangements showcase the trending colors of the season in small doses. Ranunculus, peonies, roses and delphiniums with a few well-placed billy balls bring whimsy and color to the table.

These square accent cups work with almost any tablescape. The amber reflects most colors and blends in seamlessly without overwhelming the table.

The woodsy theme incorporated in this tablescape feels so right for Shavuos.

Rustic tones livened up with whites and jolts of color.

TOUCH OF DRAMA

LIGHT AND LIFE

The same tableware and furniture, switched up just a little bit, can create a completely different effect.

Here, the white bowl filled with a lively bouquet brings out the white tones in the table and chairs, making everything brighter and more fun.

ABUNDANCE

There’s something so lavish about one overflowing bloom-filled vase in the center of the table, and this low-footed ribbed bowl serves as the perfect base for this variety.

I went a little daring by adding bright orange roses amid the ranunculus, peonies, spirea, billy balls and delphiniums in this bouquet.

The cutlery are displayed casually for this more fun tablescape.

When the space allows for it, I love adding a statement piece to bring some interest to the table.

decor elements.

Incorporating just a hint of your accent color in the setting makes it really pop in the centerpiece. I folded an orange and blue fiesta napkin together, which allowed me to give the orange just enough attention to draw the eyes to the roses of that color.

Glass water bottles make for pretty

Watch Them Enjoy the Cheesecake

These mini cheesecake cups are a light and creamy Shavuos treat. Made with Meant To Be dairy so that even those with dairy sensitivities can enjoy them.

Meant To Be Mini Fruit Cheesecakes

Yield:10-12cheesecakecups

INGREDIENTS:

Cheesecake:

4 (5.3) oz. Meant To Be vanilla yogurt

4 tbsp. flour 

4 Meant To Be organic eggs

1/3 cup Meant To Be maple sugar

DIRECTIONS:

Cheesecake: Blend all ingredients. Pour batter into mini ramekins or sprayed muffin tin pans, filling it ¾ full.

Add 2-3 tsp. fruit puree to each cup and swirl with a toothpick or fork. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes, until set. Allow to cool before decorating.

White Chocolate Ganache:

12 oz. white chocolate (dairy or parve)

½ cup whip topping, unwhipped

White Chocolate Ganache:

Place ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat in 30-second intervals until chocolate is fully melted. Chill in fridge overnight. Bring to room temperature before piping for easier handling. (For a fluffier cream, beat before piping.)

Fruit Puree:

1 ½ cups frozen fruit (passion fruit, blueberries, or strawberries)

1 tbsp. Meant To Be maple sugar

2 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. flour

Fruit puree: In a pot, combine all ingredients except flour. Heat on a medium flame for a few minutes. Bring to a boil. Add flour and stir until it thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

To decorate: Pour 2-3 tbsp. of fruit puree into the center of each cheesecake. Fill a pastry bag (or a Ziploc bag with the tip snipped off) with white chocolate ganache. Pipe dots around the perimeter of the ramekin.

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Eggplant Parm

Servings: 6

Tomato Sauce Ingredients:

1 bottle Tuscanini Marinara Sauce

1/4 cup Clos Mesorah Olive Oil

1 Tbsp Pinch Churri Chimi Blend

1/2 onion, diced

6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

3 fresh basil leaves

Eggplant Ingredients:

1 medium eggplant, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

2 cups Panko breadcrumbs

1 Tbsp Pinch Three Seasons Blend

2 Tbsp Pinch Churri Chimi Blend

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Fresh basil leaves, chopped Olive oil, for frying

Layers stacked with flavor

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Directions:

Make the Sauce:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil.

2. Add the diced onion and sliced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 5–7 minutes.

3. Stir in the marinara sauce, basil leaves, and Pinch Churri Chimi Blend.

4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare and Bread the Eggplant:

1. Set up three shallow plates:

Plate 1: Flour mixed with Pinch Three Seasons Blend

Plate 2: Whisked eggs

Plate 3: Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Pinch Churri Chimi Blend

2. Dredge each eggplant slice in the seasoned flour, then dip in the egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.

3. In a frying pan over medium heat, add enough olive oil to shallow fry.

4. Fry eggplant slices until golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

Assemble and Bake:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom.

3. Add a layer of fried eggplant slices.

4. Top with more sauce, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and chopped basil.

5. Repeat the layers, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.

6. Bake uncovered on the lower oven rack for 30–35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.

7. Let rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Optional: Refrigerate and reheat in the oven for 30 minutes before serving.

SOUPS, SALADS ‘N MORE

BY LIBBY GOLDBERGER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

MOSHE GRUNFELD

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We all need some “real food” on Shavous to complement all those cheesecakes. These dishes are simple to create and will round out your kiddush or milchig meal with elegance and finesse.

SUMMER FRUIT SOUP WITH KARIOT

CRUNCH

Elevate your Shavous meal with this vibrant fruit soup that is practically bursting with flavors and textures. Add the crunch for that final crispy touch.

INGREDIENTS

6 ripe nectarines, thinly sliced

6 ripe peaches, thinly sliced

2 (15 oz.) cans sweet pitted cherries

1 (16 oz.) bag frozen rhubarb and strawberry combo

1 tropical-flavored jello

2 cups water

Kariot Nougat-Creme-Filled cereal, for topping

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook fruit in water for 30 to 40 minutes.

2. Remove from heat, and add the jello. Mix to combine. Cool.

3. Roughly chop the cereal, and store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

4. To serve, place the fruit soup in a cup, and add a handful of cereal on top.

STRAWBERRY SOUP

Savor the sweetness of summer with this refreshing and super-simple strawberry soup. Serve chilled for a delightful treat.

INGREDIENTS

1 (16 oz.) bag frozen peaches

1 (16 oz.) bag B’gan frozen strawberries

32 oz. vanilla yogurt

DIRECTIONS

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.

2. Chill until ready to serve.

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PEACH AND PASSION ICED TEA

Iced to perfection, this iced tea is the ultimate summer refresher.

INGREDIENTS

1 peach and passion tea bag

¾ cup hot water

1 T. honey Ice cubes

3–4 frozen passion fruit cubes

2–3 peaches, thinly sliced Mint leaves

DIRECTIONS

1. Place the tea bag into a cup of hot water, and steep for 5 to 7 minutes. Add the honey.

2. Cool until ready to serve.

3. To assemble, pour the tea mixture into a jug, and fill three-quarters with water.

4. Add the ice cubes, passion fruit cubes, sliced peaches and mint leaves.

Note: To achieve the deep red color pictured, add a drop of red coloring to the jug.

CRISPY SALMON QUINOA SALAD

Enjoy this protein-packed blend of cubed fish and quinoa, combined with vibrant veggies. This is a perfect savory addition to your dairy Shavous meal.

Note: You will need skewers for assembly.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup quinoa

1 lb. salmon, cubed

1 container dill dip, homemade or store bought

1 cup panko crumbs

8 oz. Romaine lettuce (or any greens to your liking)

1–2 sweet potatoes

1 box fresh mushrooms

Olive oil Salt Pepper

1 pomegranate

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Set aside.

2. Preheat the oven to 375°.

3. Dip the fish cubes into the dill dip, and coat with the panko crumbs. Place in a lined baking pan, and bake for up to 20 minutes, until crispy. Remove from the oven.

4. Increase the oven temperature to 400°.

5. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Place in a baking pan together with the mushrooms.

6. Add the oil and spices. Bake for 30 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are soft.

7. To assemble, place 1 to 2 tablespoons of quinoa in a cup, add some lettuce, and top with pomegranate, sweet potato and mushrooms. Thread the fish onto a skewer, and place on top of the salad.

8. Optional: Add dill dressing for more flavor.

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CHEESECAKE SALAD

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this cheesecake salad paired with a mix of greens. Indulgent and guilt-free.

INGREDIENTS

1 box spring mix Pea shoots, optional

2–3 red pears, peeled and thinly sliced

1 (6 oz.) container roasted slivered almonds

12 oz. Rebbetzin cheesecake (or any plain, light cheesecake), cut into cubes

DRESSING

2 T. sour cream

2 T. mayonnaise

1 T. sugar

1 frozen garlic cube

1 tsp. vinegar

1 tsp. water

DIRECTIONS

1. Combine and blend all dressing ingredients.

2. To serve, gently combine the spring mix, pea shoots, nuts and cheesecake cubes.

3. Place in a cup, feather the pear slices on top, and drizzle with some dressing.

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On Shavuos night, Yidden worldwide make the trek to shul to spend the hours until dawn within its hallowed walls.

According to the Shulchan Aruch (Yoreh De’ah, 248:8), a shul should be more beautiful and expansive than one’s own home. That’s why, all over the world, shuls are designed and constructed to stand out from its surroundings so

HADASSAH STEINMAN

those passing immediately know: They aren’t passing any old structure; they are passing a home of Hashem, a mikdash me’at, where His children gather to honor His Name. Here we speak with a shul designer, builder and fundraiser to hear more about what it’s like to bring a shul from concept to reality.

A conversation with father-son designer duo GAVRIEL and SHRAGI EINHORN of AB DESIGN on the intersection between kodesh and architecture

HADASSAH STEINMAN

Any profession that passes from father to son is bound to be more of a calling than an occupation. When speaking with Gavriel and Shragi Einhorn, the passion in their voices brings this point home.

Gavriel Einhorn, the original head and heart behind AB Design, grew up with a pen in his hand. Many of his early memories involve doodling and turning scraps of paper into pieces of art — an indication, perhaps, of what was to come.

“By the time I grew up,” Reb Gavriel says, “I knew with certainty that I wanted to go into an artrelated field.”

A short stint in the children’s fashion industry was followed by a pivot that left young Gavriel right where he was destined to be: researching the field of architecture.

“My eyes and heart have always been pulled upward,” he explains. “Wherever I go, from New York to Amsterdam, all I see are skylines and interesting architectural features of whatever structures I happen to be passing. My eyes are never on the road; I’m always looking upward. Shragi’s the same way,” Gavriel adds, and the pride is evident in his voice. “He sees in 3D.”

Gavriel didn’t sign up for any formal architecture training; instead, he devoured scores of books on the subject and read up on architecture theory wherever he could. The only course he attended at that point was a class on art at Empire State College.

“No one believed a chassidish guy would make it in the field,” Reb Gavriel says, “but I was out to prove them all wrong.”

EARLY DAYS

When he felt ready to take the leap, young Gavriel sat down with a phone book and turned to the page listing architectural firms. Putting his ego aside, he called number after number and offered his services. But no one wanted to hire a guy with no degree and no experience! One man was so unimpressed, in fact, that he was about to hang up the phone on Gavriel. But Gavriel wasn’t done yet.

“Listen,” he told the architect on the other end. “Please hire me, and pay me whatever you think I’m worth.”

Incredibly, Gavriel found himself hired.

Once Gavriel was truly in the field, he picked up the necessary skills very quickly. He also took a course on codes, the same course that building inspectors take.

“I took the course so I could challenge inspectors who say my plans don’t comply with code,” says Gavriel. “It was a good move.”

Soon enough, Gavriel’s work preceded him, and his workload grew. As time went on, AB Design was charged with designing large shopping centers, medical buildings, and batei midrash that have significantly impacted our community’s landscape. In Brooklyn, these landmarks include

MedRite and Asisa locations, the Premium Health Care Center, and a new, state-of-the-art Hatzolah station.

By now Gavriel has been joined by his son Shragi, and as the visionaries behind more than a few dozen shuls in New York, they have lots of insight to share on the topic.

THE BIG PICTURE

Say a potential client wants to build a shul. What is the first step?

“The first step,” says Shragi,” is looking at the site plan and boundaries to see what we can build according to local zoning laws.”

Sometimes they’ll ask the local building department or architectural review board — different municipalities give different names to this department — for more than they’re typically allowed. A preliminary plan is often created so the building department can get a better idea of what kind of project they’re looking at.

“Sometimes they’ll allow us to extend past the usual

boundaries,” says Shragi, “and sometimes they won’t.”

Either way, once a basic plan is established, it’s time to sketch out the details of the project. These depend on the scale of the project, the budget, and the individual needs of the projected shul.

“The first question,” says Shragi, “is parking. Will this be a central shul people will be driving to by car, or will it be a neighborhood shul people will use on Shabbos?”

Once the parking needs are established and put into the plans accordingly, the next question is the budget. Put simply, is the shul projected to be a sprawling, high-end place, or a small neighborhood kind of place?

“What kind of establishment it’ll be will affect everything from size to building materials used,” explains Shragi. “Are we looking at a project constructed of steel and concrete, or is this a cozy neighborhood place that can be framed with wood?”

Large-scale projects will also feature commercial windows, which can withstand a lot of abuse but will definitely impact the budget. A small neighborhood shteibel, on the other hand, can get away with regular Pelle or Andersen windows, stacked one on top of the other for a more impressive, shul-like look.

Likewise, a full-size shul will have its gallery, or women’s section, on the floor above the main sanctuary, while a smaller place will have its women’s section on the same level, in the back.

OPTIONS, OPTIONS, OPTIONS

“Once the big questions are answered,” says Shragi, “and we know what kind of project we’re looking at, it’s time to discuss the remaining options.”

Some basics are a given in every shul: an entry area, a coat room, bathrooms, and a coffee area. But beyond those basic features is an extensive list of add-ons, seemingly with no end.

“If the shul goes beyond the one-level beis midrash,” Shragi continues, “then we need to add staircases and elevators into the plan. That’s one question. Next, will the shul need another room or two that can be closed off with moving walls from the main sanctuary? Those are a great option for shuls that need to expand their space on Shabbos or Yom Tov.”

The next question is whether there’s a need for a rav’s or rosh yeshivah’s room.

“And if there is a need for such a room,” Shragi adds, “does it need its own exit? Also, many will request that the rav’s room be on the east wall so that

GOOD, BETTER, BEST

So much of the initial layout depends on the site plan, and the plot of land.

As Shragi explains, “A dream plot of land for a shul allows us to build a shul where the entrance is on the west side, and the main sanctuary is across from the entrance and features three walls of windows, with the middle wall facing mizrach. With the gallery suspended on both sides from above, there you have it — a perfect layout.”

Sometimes the entrance can’t be on the west wall. An entrance on the north or south side will result in the main shul area featuring only two walls of windows, with the gallery on the side wall. “Sometimes a corner entrance works out,” Shragi adds. “The entrance usually wastes more space when laid out that way, but it’s a good enough option.”

Grading is another concern. What happens when the main entrance is a full flight up due to the grading of the lot?

“In that case,” Shragi says, “we try to break up the staircase so mispallelim don’t feel like they’re climbing a full flight of stairs. Either we’ll open the staircase in the center, and then have it split into two staircases for a grand entrance, or we’ll design the building with a split level in the front, so once inside, there’s only a half flight of stairs to climb.

he shouldn’t have to walk through the entire length of the main shul area upon entering the room. If this is a concern, it’s another aspect to take into consideration when sketching out the plans.”

Then it’s time to move to the lower floor. Most chassidishe places will want a mikvah downstairs, and a large percent of shuls also have additional rooms for minyanim

The next question involves the potential kiddush hall. If there’s a need for a kiddush hall, should it be a small room, just for mispallelim, or should it be a large hall that baalei simcha can rent? If it’s slated to be a large hall, it needs separate men’s and women’s bathrooms, coat rooms, and a kitchen. But does it need a full-blown kitchen, or only a warming kitchen?

And so the questions continue. Shammas room, or not? Learning area, or not?

“When there’s a large board, or a bunch of people involved in the decision making,” Shragi remarks, “that’s when things get complicated.”

Each person comes to the table, quite literally, with their own opinions and ideas, and aside from the fact that they’ve never designed a shul in their life, their dreams and desires may contradict each other’s, leaving the AB team to serve as peacemakers.

“That’s never fun,” Shragi admits. “As the saying goes, tzvei Yidden, drei dai’os. Two Yidden, three opinions. The smaller the board of decision-makers, the simpler the process.”

ON STRUCTURE AND SPAN

Design and architecture aren’t only about aesthetics; an architect must also create a plan for the given structure’s projected weight-bearing capacity and safety. When it comes to large structures that need to withstand a lot of weight and heavy use, the architect may increase the required PSF to ensure that the building’s skeleton is more than up to the task.

PSF refers to pounds per square foot a structure can comfortably hold. For a small neighborhood shul, 100 PSF is more than adequate. But large buildings that are projected to hold a lot of people and furniture at once — think a large beis midrash with rooms upon rooms containing bleachers, benches, an aron kodesh and more — require that the PSF be increased accordingly. Sometimes a PSF of 150 may come along with a floor that feels like it’s almost bouncing along with the crowd’s movement, but that isn’t a bad thing.

“That ‘give’ that you feel in the floor,” Shragi says, “is a sign that the building’s been designed to carry the weight it’s carrying.”

When it came to designing New Square’s new shul — slated to be the largest in North America; see sidebar — AB Design had the engineer come down to the old shul on Simchas Torah to see the action that could be expected to take place in the new beis midrash on one of the busiest nights of the year. Crowded bleachers, hordes of men dancing… this isn’t quite a scene that could be described in words, especially to an outsider. In the end, the shul was

designed to withstand 250 PSF, even if 150 would have been sufficient.

“On a practical level,” Shragi explains, “upping the PSF means, first of all, working with high-density concrete. Concrete is a mix of materials, and by tweaking the proportions of the mix, the result can be of a stronger variety. Second, to up the PSF, we also include a higher number of rebars, which are the steel rods incorporated into the concrete to reinforce it.”

Once the projected PSF is established, the next question is how much of an open span the sanctuary, or any other large room in the beis midrash, requires.

Shragi explains, “We ask the client, ‘How many columns in the space are you okay with?’ If they want a large, clear span, since columns do affect the spaciousness of the room, then we need to include super-long, steel beams to hold up the ceiling above the open room.”

This translates into a more expensive construction. Nevertheless, a clear span is quite high on the list of priorities when planning the floor space of a beis midrash or hall.

“One shul in Monroe was built with a 100-foot-long steel beams to support the gallery,” Shragi shares. “Since these beams get wider the longer they are, and it ends up costing us ceiling space, we incorporated the beam into the wall of the gallery itself. This means that the floors of the gallery are hanging from the lower part of the beam.

“Another creative solution to incorporating a beam involved the school hallway positioned above Monsey’s Tiferes Elka’s wedding hall. Since the beam was so tall, and we didn’t want to lose any height when designing the building, we actually had the hallway upstairs run through the beam (see image). This allowed the wedding hall on the lower floor to have a clear span without affecting the rest of the building.”

FINISHING TOUCHES

The sky’s the limit when it comes to exterior materials, but according to Shragi, the winner, hands down, is Jerusalem stone. Limestone and brick are two more popular options that provide traditional beauty that speak for themselves.

“Both lime and brick come in many different versions,” Shragi continues. “Natural brick comes in over a dozen types, all of which vary in coloration, quality and texture. For those who want something more economical, there’s always the option of going with a brick veneer, which isn’t real brick, but looks the same.”

With limestone, there’s a similar option of going with crushed stone only a half-inch thick, versus authentic lime, which is three to four inches thick.

There’s also special meaning to working off the basic structural designs of corresponding shuls from “inderheim.” That’s why some kehillos will want their brand-new beis midrash to feature a design that is familiar to them from old photos of shuls that may long be gone.

“One example would be a shul we recently built for the Viznitz boys camp in Liberty,” Shragi says. “We based the design off the original shul that was located in Vyzhnytsia, in present-day Ukraine. We looked through historical records to gather as much information about the building as we could, and then incorporated those design elements into this new beis midrash.”

Another such project was Yeshivas Meor Yitzchak in Monsey, which is still under construction. The design was based on the original Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin in Poland, and looking at

Completed shul in Viznitz boys camp in Liberty, NY

Rendering of the projected shul

Original shul in Vyzhnytsia, in present-day Ukraine

CALAMITY BY CODE

AB Design was once working on a project that, according to code, required three exits.

the front exterior, the similarities are easy to spot.

No matter what the designers are envisioning, they work with skilled rendering artists in the office who actually give color and texture to their dream. The designers may explain their vision with penciled sketches, and then they’ll review the rendering and ask for it to be tweaked as necessary.

“Contractors don’t always follow our vision,” Shragi adds, “but the contractor who worked on this Liberty shul did, which makes this project enormously satisfying.”

This isn’t always the case, Shragi admits. Sometimes they’ll spot a new shul and say, “Who designed that unattractive building?” Then they’ll realize that it’s their own creation, but the contractor didn’t follow the proposed design.

This is super disappointing for the team involved, who had planned the design down to the minutest details, including the form and texture of every molding featured.

“When that happens,” Shragi says, “we quickly take our sign off the property.”

Thankfully, most completed projects do reflect the original proposed design, and that’s when an architect feels the joy of another job well done — another dream structure pulled out of thin air to become the vessel of tefillah and avodah it was designed to be.

“This determination is done by calculating the square footage and how many people are projected to be in the building at once,” Shragi explains.

However, the client refused. He said he has no need for three exits.

Shragi explained that, like it or not, this was required according to code, and that it was all for the purpose of safety. What if there’s ever a fire in the building, chalilah?

“I will never have a fire in the building,” the client said.

Of course, the building went up with three exits, despite the client’s misgivings. Code is code, and complying isn’t optional.

“But that isn’t the end of the story,” Shragi says. “Oddly enough, a few weeks after its completion, there was a fire in the building. Unfortunately, all three exits were put to good use.”

Rendering of the projected yeshiva building

The original Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin in Poland

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AB Design has recently designed New Square’s new beis midrash, which is projected to be the largest shul in North America. The plan features a spectacular sanctuary measuring over 40,000 square feet; three galleries, the lowest of which will also hold the spillover from the men’s section; and a couple of lobbies, one of which will feature a rotunda to rival that of the Capitol.

“The shul will also feature four entrances, one on each side,” Shragi says, “as well as the largest mikvah in the world. With

twelve pools total, this mikvah breaks the previous record of six pools held by Viznitz Monsey, which is a mikvah we actually designed a few years back.”

The beis midrash will also feature six shteiblach for minyanim, so there could be a minyan for Mincha every ten minutes in one of these mini shuls, as well as a shammas room and a mini makolet

With a project of such vast proportions, what is the budget like?

“They started out with a projected budget of $30 million,” Shragi says, “but I’ve heard that by now that’s doubled, or even tripled.”

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A shul is not only the holiest structure we know; it’s also, quite fittingly, among the most magnificent. What’s involved in turning a raw plot of land into this breathtaking picture of glory? Isaac Weinberger, CEO of The Eastgate Group, has overseen the construction of quite a few shuls throughout his 30 years in the industry. He refers me to Hershy Fisher, his longtime project manager, for a glimpse at this fascinating process.

NICHE WORK

Mr. Fisher has managed the construction of residential buildings, shopping malls, custom homes — and a number of shuls. Every project is both gratifying and challenging in its own way, and with every project, Eastgate prides itself on providing quality workmanship in a manner so pleasant, their customers remain good friends even years later.

According to Mr. Fisher, building a shul is different from building just about anything else.

For one, there’s the matter of handling public funds. “With a shul, you’re building something out of necessity, and there’s never extra money. Every dollar for the project was scraped together. Sometimes we need to pause the job while the board runs a fundraising campaign.”

Mr. Fisher is cognizant of the fact that he’s working with hekdesh money, and he takes that responsibility very seriously. “We value every customer’s money, and we try to make every project as cost-effective as possible. But with a shul, we’re extra careful with every dollar.”

It also brings its unique challenges, such as the number of people you’re dealing with. When building a house, he’s generally working with the opinions of one husband and one wife, and even that is no small feat.

“I spend a lot of time playing coach,” he says wryly.

Throw into the mix a rav, a rebbetzin, a couple of board members, and some overly involved donors, and you’ve got

yourself a fine salad of opinions to navigate. When disagreements come up, Mr. Fisher will offer his opinion and do his best to guide his clients in the direction he believes best.

“Most people are nice,” he says. “They’ll usually figure out a compromise.”

BRICK BY BRICK

Building a shul can take anywhere between a year and two, largely depending on the availability of funds.

“But the planning,” Mr. Fisher adds, “often takes longer than the actual construction.”

Eastgate gets involved in a project in its earliest planning stages and arranges meetings between the client and an array of professionals.

“First we’ll bring a few designers to the table; they’ll create

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mood boards as snapshots of their vision. Sometimes it takes multiple tries, but usually there’s one idea that excites the client. It’s like a shidduch.”

With design planning, it’s crucial to maintain a balance between aesthetics, functionality and financial viability.

“We want the shul to be practical, comfortable and nice,” Mr. Fisher says, “all while sticking to the budget.” The vast majority of decisions revolve around this often tricky balance.

A designer once suggested extremely intricate moldings, with many grooves.

“It was going to be stunning, but you know what else it was going to be? Dusty. Who was going to clean that in a shul?”

Ultimately, Mr. Fisher convinced the client to settle on less detailed woodwork — not quite as striking, but a whole lot cleaner.

Another design called for round carving on the ceilings. The client had no way of knowing that round moldings must be custom made, and their prices reflect that. “We advised them to consider square-shaped carvings instead, and when they heard the numbers, they agreed.”

In some cases, questionable design ideas will come from the clients themselves. Mr. Fisher recalls a shul where one of the chief decision-makers was intent on installing a certain type of flooring material in the entire building. Beauty might be subjective, but practicality is not, and this was going to be the farthest thing from practical.

“I really put my foot down there,” Mr. Fisher says. He could not in good conscience execute such a plan, and he spent a lot of time explaining why it really was not going to work. Eventually, the client agreed to use different flooring in the main part of the building, though they did keep the original choice in some of the smaller rooms.

Are there any design elements that are especially important to get right in a shul?

“The lighting,” Mr. Fisher says. “You want it to be well-lit in all areas, without any too-bright or dim spots. We run a photometric evaluation to ensure we get balanced lighting all over.” (Photometry, for laypeople, is a way of measuring light. Turns out lighting is all about math.)

Acoustics can also be tricky. You want sound to carry, but you don’t want to overdo it and end up with headache-inducing echoes every time someone

coughs. Like everything in life, design planning is a balancing act.

Once the design plan is complete, there’s architectural planning (layout work), structural planning (Do they want to go for sturdy concrete block? Cost-effective wood framing?), and mechanical planning.

“With a commercial building, you need to ensure you have the infrastructure to provide sufficient water, plumbing and electricity,” Mr. Fisher explains. Especially outside of the city, where the bulk of Eastgate’s work is concentrated, the existing infrastructure is often inadequate to supply the needs of a shul. ”We had a shul that needed a stronger form of electricity than what the surrounding poles could provide. Wiring had to be pulled from the closest point where such wiring existed — similar to pulling 220-volt wiring when an appliance requires it.”

why the last few weeks see a plethora of workers converging on the structure, with Eastgate overseeing all of them simultaneously.

“The last few weeks are the most stressful part of the job.”

Unluckily for the client, the closest point turned out to be two thousand feet away. “The utility company had to put up fifteen new electrical poles and update the electricity for a stretch of two thousand feet, all for one shul.” Obviously, it cost the client a pretty penny, but there was no getting around that.

After planning is complete and permits are obtained, construction can finally commence.

“Throughout the project there’s a general sequence — the foundation, then the structural frame, plumbing, electricity and drywall,” Mr. Fisher says. The focus is on one aspect at a time, one trade at a time. But many of the subcontractors must leave their finishing touches for the very end. “After painting, that’s when the light fixtures are put in, the bathroom fixtures are installed, the HVAC covers are screwed on, the railings, the furnishings — all the little details.” That’s

BUILT TO ORDER

While most decisions are squared away before the first shovel hits the ground, sometimes a project will stall while the client deliberates over one component or the other.

“We once built a shul with a simcha hall downstairs,” Mr. Fisher shares, “and one of the supporting poles came out smack in the center of the hall.”

This dismayed the rebbetzin immensely, and the engineer on the job proposed an alternate solution: In place of one center pole, they could build two poles, one on each side of the hall. Now they faced a quandary: Which was the lesser of the two evils?

“The rebbetzin brought down a party planner to help her figure it out,” Mr. Fisher remembers. They spent hours debating table layouts and seating arrangements — all in a raw structure. Finally, they opted for two poles, the pillar was removed, and work resumed.

The most challenging jobs, Mr. Fisher shares, are those where the customer is constantly second-guessing his expertise — and his integrity.

“If you hire someone for a job of this magnitude, you need to trust them. Especially in a field like construction, there will always be expenses that are unpredictable and unavoidable — accidental damage to a neighboring property, or an unusually complicated wiring job that requires passing through, and then waterproofing, the foundation.”

Generally, the customer will trust that he’s accurately representing the situation and the costs. But some clients will quibble over every dollar, subtly and not-so subtly insinuating that the builder is ripping them off.

“There was a shul,” Mr. Fisher recalls, “where the person in charge ar-

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gued over everything. Literally everything. He actually priced some subcontractors independently because he believed he could save a few dollars.”

On one occasion, Mr. Fisher provided the client with a price for the plumbing work, materials included. The client insisted he was overpaying on materials, and that he could obtain the necessary supplies at a far lower cost. “Well, our plumber got to the site, and sure enough, some materials were missing. The job was delayed, and the client blamed us.” But such customers, Mr. Fisher assures me, are few and far between. “Most people are nice and pleasant to work with. Most people appreciate that I’m just trying to get a quality job done. It also helps that we provide a detailed budget up front, and we’re very transparent about anticipated costs.”

Were there any projects that were particularly close to his heart?

“Well, I built the shul for my kehillah, and the shul where I daven every day, so obviously, there’s something special about that. But really,” he says, “every single project is close to my heart. When you’re so involved in something for so long, it really becomes a part of you.”

What is it like to build the shul in which you’ll be davening ? Is the process affected by the knowledge you’ll be living with the results every single day? Mr. Fisher doesn’t think so. “I view all projects that way. I handle the details of every job the way I would if it were me personally dealing with the outcome.” (Note to self: If I ever need to build anything, I am absolutely hiring these people.)

NAILED IT

Mr. Fisher is especially proud of a project he oversaw a couple of years ago. Eastgate was hired to significantly renovate a shul, a job that included structural improvements. They got the job after Pesach, with a caveat — all work must be completed in time for Shavuos.

“We had five weeks to complete a three-month job,” Mr. Fisher remembers. “It was a crazy few weeks, and we had people on site around the clock.” But it all paid off. The job was finished on

time, to perfection, and to this day, Mr. Fisher looks back at that achievement with pride.

Every job — the smooth-sailing ones and the bumpier rides, the fast-paced projects and the more drawn-out affairs — eventually winds to a close. You reach those last, frenzied weeks of controlled chaos, the building swarming with people and noise and tasks to complete. Then, gradually, the banging fades out, the crews disperse, and the dust clears to reveal the finished masterpiece. And there’s nothing more gratifying.

“After all that work,” Mr. Fisher says, “walking into the completed shul is a really good feeling. Even if there were aspects I didn’t like at first, with time I come to love it — all of it. Because every shul is so unique. And every shul is so beautiful.”

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Sometimes it’s an upgrade. Other times, it’s an extension. On occasion, it’s a big renovation, or a full front facade do-over. And frequently, it’s a project built from scratch. It might have nice, big windows with special dedications over each entrance, or a small, nondescript entranceway with instructions in Yiddish near the number lock.

The external appearance notwithstanding, it’s the inside of these buildings that talks to the heart of every Yid. But tefillos alone won’t build the physical walls of a shul, and pages of Gemara won’t tile the floors. Who and what are involved when it comes down to the literal nuts and bolts of shul construction?

Across the globe, we decorate our shuls in honor of Shavuos. Floral canopies, chuppah-style, rise above the bimah and wrap their way, ivy-style, around the aron kodesh. The smell of green moss and the sight of large leaves bring the moment of Matan Torah into our neshamah, and we take a moment to focus on the shul itself, the edifice that we are adorning.

In an enlightening conversation, Mr. Shlome Zalman Spitzer, owner of the popular OMNI nonprofit fundraising company, sheds light on the steps it takes to raise the money to build a shul.

Suppose I wanted to build a shul in my basement, or next door to my house. Where do I start?

It all starts with a plan. Approximately 1% of shul-builders are individual people who decide to build a beis midrash in their basement, or on the property they purchased next door. They don’t need my help. Those are usually well-off individuals who hire an architect, builder and designer, and then use their own funds to build the shul of their dreams.

The other 99% of the people who want a shul built can be divided into two groups. First, a rav’s family or friends, who feel that the time has come for a rav to preside over his own space, or have a more functional or nicer space than what they currently have.

More often, though, it is a kehillah who is looking to build a beis midrash that is appropriate for their current membership, such as a chassidus that has outgrown their old premises.

There is usually a committee composed of shul members who get together and decide on a location, whether it’s an empty lot or a decent property. Then they figure out the numerical logistics with an actual builder and architect. Then they usually sit there in silence, staring at the estimated numbers on the screen — because it’s usually a big number.

That’s when they reach out to a fundraising company. With a dream — and a dream dollar amount. The magic number, the magic amount of funds they need to raise in order to make their dream shul come to reality.

So what do you do? Do you have a money tree?

“I wish I did,” Mr. Spitzer responds, quite seriously. “It would save many people a lot of time and effort. What we do — in a nutshell — is everything the customer needs. Some people hire us to run their entire project from A to Z, while other kehillahs have their own fundraising set up, and only need us for a specific task or part of the project. In general, we provide all the strategies, suggestions, leads, and advice on what would work well with the specific needs of that individual shul. No two projects are exactly alike.”

Sometimes OMNI is hired to assist with internal fundraising, which is when a shul can be built from within, with

contributions and dedications from the gvirim within the kehillah. Other shuls need crowdfunding options, which is when OMNI turns to the public and builds a compelling reason for people to give. “Many shuls are built from a combination of the two,” Mr. Spitzer says.

People don’t always believe how much every individual donation matters, but the numbers add up. There may not be a money tree, but it’s important for every person to know that a shul is a makom kodesh, and piles of $36 and $180 do add up, tile by tile, until the actual heilige structure is complete.

What made you go into this line?

Fundraising for nonprofits is not your typical moneybag; a more typical way to make parnassah is to go into real estate, or sales, or any other field. Why fundraising for shuls?

“I’ve always liked to give,”

says Mr. Spitzer. “I used to work with an organization that helped people who were undergoing treatments, which was also in the giving field. I was involved with a specific patient who unfortunately passed away after a difficult journey. The man had been a kollel yungerman, and his family wasn’t rich. When I followed up with the family about setting up a keren yesomim, a fund for his young children, it turned out that there was nobody to set it up or run it. I was oblivious and naïve, and thought it was something I could do easily. I jumped in with no prior knowledge, and I learned on the job.”

The campaign was a success, and Mr. Spitzer reached a goal that enabled the family to stand on their own feet a little more easily after their loss. This made him realize that he had a knack for this kind of work.

“The first organization I did a campaign for in a professional capacity was Kapayim,” Mr. Spitzer shares. It was be-

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fore he officially opened a company, but since his family has been intimately involved with Kapayim (his father is a board member), he ran the entire campaign. “I even reached out to my acquaintances in order to help the organization raise funds.”

Soon after that, COVID struck, and there was unfortunately a need for many keren yesomim

“I became very popular then,” he says grimly. “Am Yisroel is a nation of givers. The campaigns were successful, and I realized there was something here that could become a full-time job. That’s when I partnered with Nuchem Orenstein, and together we launched the OMNI Group, a nonprofit fundraising company.”

How many shul campaigns have you run to date?

“In the company’s five years since its inception, we have run more than one hundred shul campaigns. I give a lot of credit to our back office, where our dedicated team manages the databases and takes care of the general bookkeeping. Their collective effort plays a huge role in our success.”

What’s the most expensive shul you’ve fundraised for?

“One long-term shulbuilding venture,” Mr. Spitzer says, “is the current campaign for Bobov-45 in Boro Park, which is a huge $60 million project.”

OMNI has actually just finished its secondary crowdfunding campaign that reached its $7.5 million goal, and is now running toward a bonus goal of $10 million! This project, which has taken approximately five years, is now running in its final stages.

Is the fundraising work commission-based, depending on the campaign’s success, or do you get a flat fee per project?

Turns out, it’s a flat fee, but it’s not a one-size-fitsall. The shul gets charged based on the job. Different shuls have different needs, and there are specific packages to accommodate each kind of project, all of which can happen on different scales.

“There’s a method for shul fundraising, specific strategies that we set up,” Mr. Spitzer explains. “There’s the big-money solicitations, which are faceto-face, scheduled meetings. First the people from the shul contribute, and then the friends of the shul, rav, and members contribute. Next there are dedications, and then there are people who give because it’s a good cause.”

Then there are other elements of fundraising campaigns. There can be meetings with key players and big donors; events for administrators, raisers or donors; or smaller neighborhood parlor dinners. All these get factored into the fundraising fee.

What’s the big deal?

“After we sit down and plan the strategy, we help with the delegation process.” That’s the plan of who will be doing what, and the schedule of what will happen when.

Additionally, the fundraising company works with different vendors, as is necessary. At times there are big events that are arranged under the auspices of the fundraiser, and these can include hiring event planners, entertainment and even paying airfare, if needed.

“Finally,” says Mr. Spitzer, “there’s the marketing team, gifts for donors, and incentives. Mr. Orenstein focuses more on marketing our services, and the technicalities related to the business end of each project, while I work on the strategy in a more practical way.”

When things go right… or wrong.

The fundraiser is as invested in the campaign as the mispallelim are.

“My job is to help the kehillah build its shul,” Mr. Spitzer says. “That’s it.”

Sometimes it takes longer than expected to reach the goal, and the people involved need the push to keep going. It’s often a matter of time and perseverance. That’s why it’s always important to keep an eye on the renderings of the shul that’s being built. It reminds those in the trenches why they’re doing what they’re doing. They need to keep their eyes on the prize, and peek backward from time to time just to see how far they’ve already come.

Does that mean that every story has a “happily ever after”?

“One kehillah was in the process of fundraising for a bigger shul,” Mr. Spitzer shares, “but then the elderly rav unfortu-

nately suffered a stroke, and the plans were put on hold. The rav ended up moving in with his son who did not live in the same city, and the rest of his children did not live locally either.

“There was a plot of land that had been purchased by a vaad habinyan, and there was also some money that had been raised — not all the money that they were planning on raising, but still, a nice amount — sitting in the coffers, ready for building. But… no rav. It was a bit of a situation. The board members ultimately decided to build a neighborhood mikvah at the site instead of a full-fledged beis midrash.”

Was there ever a project that was especially close to your heart?

Mr. Spitzer’s response is instantaneous. “Yes! The Radvil kehillah, the shul I’m involved in and whose rav I’m close with, held its own fundraising campaign last year. By now the shul has been completed, and it truly is beautiful.”

For Mr. Spitzer, it was interesting to be hired to run the campaign — all while being part of the customer end. He attended meetings he has gotten used to running, but there was more meaning to it, sitting with his fellow kehillah members. It was gratifying to see his work yield results to the benefit of the entire shul.

Who gets to donate the other parts of the beis midrash, like the aron kodesh or the bimah? What about the Sifrei Torah?

“First, the last part of your question is a separate discussion,” says Mr. Spitzer. “The Sifrei Torah don’t ‘come’ with the shul; they’re introduced with a hachnasas

Sefer Torah. Sometimes we help people or kehillos fundraise for that as well, but it has nothing to do with the actual building of the beis midrash.”

The aron kodesh and bimah, on the other hand, are usually included in the shul’s building fund. As part of a fundraising campaign, there are often specific dedications. Dedications mean that specific people purchase a zechus, or a “right” to a certain part of the shul, such as the main entrance, a shtiebel, the coffee room, the aron kodesh and so on. The zechus doesn’t usually mean that the actual sum from the donation goes straight to the door company or sink manufacturer. Instead, the money that the person donates goes toward the general building fund, and when the part of the shul that they’d purchased the zechus for is built, there’s an appreciation plaque put up near that area, either commemorating a neshamah if it was donated l’ilui nishmas a family member, or just named for someone specific, if that’s what the donor prefers.

The donors sometimes get approached again once the shul is up to the stage of actually building the shtiebel or bimah that he had purchased a zechus.

“We ask the donor if he wants to add to his donation,” Mr. Spitzer explains, “to upgrade the aron kodesh, for instance, or to build a beautiful entranceway, all to beautify his zechus.”

More often than not, the donor will agree to add to his original donation to make the area even nicer. The donor feels that it’s zeh keili v’anveihu, where he’s ultimately enhancing kevod Shamayim

THE NEXT TIME I’m out on the street after our interview, I suddenly take note of the many shuls that dot the local landscape. Now I see them in a new light. So much has gone into the building and upkeep of each and every makom tefillah!

I feel the timeless words of Tehillim alive inside of me: “Achas sha’alti…shivti b’veis Hashem kol yemei chayai.” The yearning of every Yid throughout the ages has been to dwell in the House of Hashem, where the most important feature, the window to Shamayim, is open, no matter the design or layout of the building.

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WHETHER IT’S A LITTLE SHTIEBEL TUCKED AWAY AT THE BACK OF A HOUSE ON A QUIET STREET, OR A SPACIOUS, HIGHCEILINGED CHAMBER ECHOING WITH CENTURIES OF HISTORY, BATEI MIDRASH HAVE BEEN UNITING US AS BROTHERS SINCE WE’VE BECOME A NATION.

WHEREVER A YID MAY FIND HIMSELF, HE LOOKS FOR A SHUL FIRST — IT’S HOME BASE. IT’S THE HUB OF YIDDISH LIFE, THE THREAD THAT KEEPS AM YISROEL TOGETHER, EVERY DAY, THREE TIMES A DAY. IT’S THE HOME OF OUR SIFREI TORAH, TUCKED INTO SAFES ADORNED WITH THE FINEST MATERIALS. IT’S THE HOUSE OF HASHEM IN OUR MIDST — NOT BECAUSE HE NEEDS A PHYSICAL DWELLING PLACE, BUT BECAUSE IT GIVES US THAT SACRED PORTAL WHERE WE CAN CONNECT TO HIM.

HERE ARE SOME MEMORABLE SHULS AROUND THE WORLD, RICH WITH MEANING, LEGACY AND BEAUTY.

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ABUHAV SHUL

TZFAS, ERETZ YISROEL

Featuring Jerusalem stone with bright blue accents reminiscent of both techeilis and the sky to awaken an awe of the Divine, the Abuhav Shul is one steeped in history, sanctity and kabbalistic significance.

This shul, with its mystical paintings, cushioned seating and unmistakable Sefardic flavor, is said to have been designed by 15th century Chacham Rabbi Yitzchak Abuhav while he was in Spain, with his talmidim then using the plans to construct it in Tzfas. Legend has it, though, that this was the actual shul of Rabbi Abuhav in Spain. As the story goes, when the city became saturated with non-Jewish religious institutions, Rabbi Abuhav appeared in a dream to the mekubal Rabbi Suleman Ohana, instructing him and other mekubalim of Tzfas to immerse in a mikvah, fast and recite verses of kabbalah, which they abided by. Then a powerful wind ripped the shul from its foundations in Spain and set it down in an empty field in Tzfas.

One of the treasures of the Abuhav Shul is a Sefer Torah written by Rav Yitzchak Abuhav in the 15th century, which is possibly the oldest Sefer Torah still in use. It is removed from the aron kodesh three times a year: on Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Shavuos, when the Aseres Hadibros are read from it.

In 1759, there was a devastating earthquake that destroyed hundreds of Tzfas homes, and among them, the Abuhav Shul. However, the southern wall remained erect — the wall with the aron kodesh that held the Sefer Torah. The Sefer Torah remained untouched.

When the congregation made a decision to move the Sefer Torah to a larger shul, the rabbanim who would do the transport immersed in the mikvah, purifying themselves for this sacred mission. Nevertheless, despite their precautions, none of them survived the year.

In the early 1800s, when the Yidden in the area were the target of terrible riots from neighboring Arabs, the Sefer Torah was once again transported to a safer spot. When the mispallelim arrived at the new shul for Shacharis, however, they were alarmed to see that the aron kodesh was empty. The Torah was soon found back in its place in the Abuhav shul. It was never moved again after that.

PARADESI SHUL

The oldest active shul in the world, also known as the Cochin shul, has been housing minyanim since its establishment. Over the centuries, it has seen all types of Yidden, to the extent that the name itself, “Paradesi,” translates as “foreigner” in Indian. To the Cochin Jews living in India, the Spanish and Dutch Sefardic Jews who’d built the shul after immigrating to India following the Spanish Expulsion were very different from them. They had incorporated their unique culture and minhagim into the design and function of this historic shul, and it was vastly different from what they were accustomed to.

Being that Cochin was situated along the ancient trade route on the coast of India, it meant that it also served as a resting place for Yidden from many countries who were passing through. The decorative interior is a testament to the minhagim and styles of Yidden of various cultures, celebrating the intricate tapestry that is Klal Yisroel.

Built in the 1800s by a Dutch Jew, the clock tower near the shul is a famous landmark in the area known as “Jew City.” It features three clocks on three different walls, each in a different language. A Hebrew-marked clock, inscribed with the year the tower was built, faces the shul, a Roman clock faces the street, and a Malayalam clock faces the Rajan Palace (situated on the same street).

THE BAAL SHEM TOV SHUL

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Aquiet street in Monsey boasts a unique shul that merges quaint shtetl architecture with a modern touch.

The Baal Shem Tov Shul is an approximate replica of the original shul of the Baal Shem Tov in Mezibuzh, which was destroyed during World War II.

Not only does it memorialize the Baal Shem Tov and the fire of Yiddishkeit he lit, but this shul is also a testament to history: what we had, what we lost and what we hold on to, no matter what our nation goes through.

Bricks from 22 European shuls that were tragically destroyed at the hands of the Nazis and their collaborators are incorporated into the facade of this shul. One section features remnants of the famed Mila 18 bunker in the Warsaw Ghetto.

The shiurim and minyanim constantly reverberating in this shul is what Klal Yisroel is about: marching on, living on and carrying on, along with our unbreakable legacy.

The Baal Shem Tov’s shul in Mezibuzh in 1915, before it was burned down during the war.

Fragments from the Mila 18 bunker

Bricks from the rubble of destroyed shuls were shipped from Europe and incorporated into the shul’s facade.

SOFIA SHUL

This majestic Sefardic shul, with a capacity to accommodate 1,170 congregants, is the thirdlargest shul in Europe. It features ornate marble pillars, decorative wood carvings, colored Venetian mosaics and a brass chandelier weighing 3,500 pounds.

The Ladino book Notas Istorikas (Historical Notes) by historian Avraam Moshe Tadjer describes the day the shul opened:

“The ninth of September, 1909, will be a historical day for Bulgarian Jews. On that day, the Sofia Synagogue was opened. This is not only a great celebration for the Jews from the capital, but also a day when the prestige of the Bulgarian Jews was erected. With the opening of the Sofia Synagogue, the respect for the Jewish community and the whole of Bulgarian Jewry grew enormously. All shops were closed as on a holiday, and the whole Bulgarian population greeted the children of Israel on the occasion of the festive opening of the Synagogue.”

EL-GHRIBA SHUL

DJERBA, TUNISIA

Amodest exterior conceals a lavish and heavily decorated interior of this famous El-Ghriba shul.

While the current structure of this shul on the island of Tunisia has been rebuilt after it was destroyed during a Spanish invasion, the original construction of this shul is said to be linked to Tzadok Kohen Gadol’s escape from the first Churban.

There are sources that state that when Tzadok fled the ruins of Yerushalayim along with a group of rabbanim, they brought a door and a stone from the Beis Hamikdash with them, which were later incorporated into the building of this shul.

Remarkably, but perhaps not surprisingly, the Churban is an integral part of the lives of the Jews of Djerba. They are distinguished from locals by their dress, which includes a black band around the cuff of their pantaloons to commemorate the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash.

Some architectural elements of this ornate shul make it appear unfinished, which is said to be so on purpose, as a reminder that only Hashem is perfect.

An interesting mesorah is marked in Tunisia by an annual pilgrimage to ElGhariba for Lag Ba’omer. The courtyard of the shul connects to lodgings for those visiting the area.

THE CHURVAH SHUL

In line with the classic tale of our nation, the Churvah Shul has a long history of destruction and perseverance.

The name Churvah came about after the original building, completed at the beginning of the 18th century by talmidim of Rebbi Yehudah Hachassid, was destroyed in 1721 by local gentile lenders over a debt dispute. The plot of land it was on came to be known as the Churvah, the ruins.

It lay desolate for over a century until 1856, when the Ottoman Sultan Abdelmecid I authorized the construction of a new shul, which was named the Beis Yaakov Shul. However, the name Churvah stuck, and it served as Yerushalayim’s main Ashkenazi shul until it was once again destroyed by conflict in 1948.

Despite years of discussion and deliberation, the community lacked concrete plans of reconstruction of the shul. Therefore, an arch was erected on the site in 1977 as a commemoration of what was once a thriving center of Yiddishkeit.

In 2006, the arch was taken down in preparation for the construction of a brand-new replica of the old Churvah shul. The chanukas habayis took place in 2010, and the site is once again a thriving hub of Torah and tefillah

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AS TOLD TO ESTHER KING

TZALI WAS MY YOUNGEST, the last of nine siblings, with four brothers and four sisters. There’s an advantage to having so many older siblings — they’ve done it all before you, and they can show you the way. As parents, we were also more experienced. As each milestone came along, we knew what to expect, we knew what we were doing, and we had a certain sense of confidence that things would basically work out.

So when Tzali started a new yeshiva in ninth grade, I didn’t panic when it took him time to find his footing. He was a great kid with a mild personality and had always been universally liked by his classmates, the kids in the neighborhood and his rebbeim. Change is hard; it would take time, but I knew he would be okay.

Tenth grade wasn’t much better, though. Even through the daily hullabaloo of raising a large family, it stood out: Tzali wasn’t happy. He was becoming more and more withdrawn and moody as time went on. He was getting up late, coming home early, skipping sedarim here and there because he was “so tired” or “didn’t feel well” or “needed a break.” Even on the days that he was in yeshiva, his heart just wasn’t in it. By Chanuka, we were talking about switching yeshivos. By Pesach, it was a firm decision. It would take until the summer to finalize our choice, and the switch would happen after the summer zman, in time for Elul.

I hoped that the relief of having a plan in place would help Tzali make it through until the end of the year in one piece. It was hard to see him fading away. He spent his free time sprawled across the couch, spacing out, or in his room, doing nothing. I didn’t see any friends around anymore, and getting up in the morning was an ordeal. Who wants to get up in the morning if there’s nothing to look forward to?

On Erev Shavuos, Tzali wasn’t ready for shul until the last minute. I took a good look at him as he left. He was schlepping his feet, and his expression was closed and discontented. I looked at his face and could see everything there: the struggle of the past two years, the brave front giving way to apathy, and the loneliness of a lost little boy. My heart fell as I watched him leave.

And a thought came to me: He doesn’t have a chavrusa for tonight.

I don’t know why it occurred to me, but I

knew it was absolutely true. I remembered previous years, and my older boys — how exciting it was when they became old enough to stay up and learn, how they would plan and prepare what they would learn and where, and who they would learn with. Then there was the meticulous schedules they would create and the food and coffee they would pack up, like they were going to a desert island for a month.

Back in eighth grade, Tzali had walked two miles on Shavuos night to learn with a specific friend in another neighborhood. It was all part of the matzav. But this year, I knew, he was definitely not part of the matzav.

Instinctively, I knew that after the seudah, when the men went out to learn, Tzali wouldn’t go. How could he? Sit alone in shul surrounded by the crowd k’nocking away? In the emotional space he was in, I knew he didn’t have the strength for that.

It was hard not to panic. A bochur his age not staying up to learn on Shavuos night? Was this the beginning of a downward spiral? Where would this lead? What else would he stop doing? Would he ever get back into learning?

It took all my willpower not to get lost in the storm.

Breathe, I told myself. He’s just a kid going through a rough patch. You know why he’s unhappy, and you’re doing everything you can to help him. Just wait it out; things will get better. Whatever you do or say will make him feel worse.

I tried to think. Should I ask one of the older boys to learn with him? I didn’t think it would work. Only two of his brothers were home for Yom Tov, both married, and I didn’t think either of them was quite the right shidduch... not to mention that they had doubtless arranged their own chavrusas already.

Would he welcome the invitation to learn with my husband? He would probably think it was, in

his vernacular, loser-ish — like an announcement to everyone in shul that he had no one to learn with.

I davened hard while I bentsched licht. There was nothing else I could do.

The seudah — all parve and dairy — was beautiful, and after bentsching, my husband and the boys got ready to leave. In the commotion, no one looked for Tzali; I guess they figured he would come when he was ready. I was in the kitchen cleaning up when I heard the door slam behind the last of them. I restrained myself from going to see what Tzali was up to. I knew he needed love and understanding. Probably the best thing I could do was just act normal.

When I was finished in the kitchen, I hesitated. It was quiet in the dining room. Had Tzali gone to bed? Was he still sitting at the table? Was he sprawled on the couch in his usual apathetic pose?

Don’t say anything! I told myself. Act warm and natural when you see him, like he’s supposed to be here.

I stepped out of the kitchen.

Tzali was still in the dining room. He was sitting at the foot of the table. In front of him was a Gemara — one of the enormous Gemaras that was part of my husband’s chasan Shas. He was bent over it, lips moving soundlessly.

I froze.

Tzali looked up.

my Tehillim and sat down at the other end of the room.

After about half an hour, Tzali looked up. “It’s hard to learn by yourself,” he remarked.

“So tell me what you’re learning,” I said spontaneously. He laughed. “It’s very complicated.”

“I think I’m at least as smart as a fifteen-year-old,” I retorted.

He laughed again. “Okay, fine. So we’re talking about a woman whose father is a Yisroel, married to a Kohen. They have a son, who’s also a Kohen. Then her husband dies. Now, the terumos go to…”

MY HEART FELL AS I WATCHED HIM LEAVE. AND A THOUGHT CAME TO ME: HE DOESN’T HAVE A CHAVRUSA FOR TONIGHT

Don’t say anything! I remembered. Act warm and natural!

“Can I make you a coffee?” I asked. He nodded.

Silently, I went back to the kitchen. I made him a coffee, just the way he liked it — sweet and rich. Then I cut a thick slab of cheesecake, put it on a salad plate, and drizzled extra caramel sauce over it. I added a carrot muffin with cream cheese frosting, a slice of babka, and one of the Har Sinai cupcakes I had made for the eineklach. I carried everything out to the dining room and put it next to him on the table.

“Thank you,” he said. He made a bracha on the coffee and continued learning.

I knew I couldn’t just stand there staring at him, but to my eyes, it was a miracle. I wanted to just drink in the sight, my little Tzali, struggling so much, managing to pull himself together and rise above the situation to do the hardest thing. How long would he last? It didn’t matter. Even this was more than I had hoped for.

It was after midnight, but I couldn’t go to bed. I took

Half my brain listened carefully, determined to prove to him that I was, after all, at least as smart as a fifteenyear-old; the other part of my brain turned off the sound and just watched, marveling at the tableau. A mother sitting at one end of the table, a disenfranchised bochur on the other end, and the words of Torah rising heavenward on this heilige, special night. I hardly recognized Tzali — I had never seen him learn, never seen this open expression on his face, never heard his “learning voice,” certainly not in the last two years. My eyes began to close, but I fought sleep, not sure what Tzali would do if I left, and also unwilling to give up even one moment of this miraculous time. But the Yom Tov preparations caught up with me, and eventually I heard his voice, intruding unnaturally into my dreams: “Ma? Ma! You can go to bed…”

I looked at the time as I got up. It was two o’clock in the morning. An overwhelming feeling of love and respect washed over me, along with so much gratitude to Hashem.

I slept until I heard my husband come in. It was six in the morning.

“Did the boys come home?” I asked, the Yiddishe mamme in me waking up just enough to check.

“They’re going to Shacharis now,” he replied.

“And Tzali?”

“Tzali…” my husband said. “Tzali was learning in the dining room when I came home at four. And he asked me to learn with him. So I did. He’s going to Shacharis now too.”

I knew there was still a lot ahead of us. There was still a mountain to climb. But I was so grateful for the gift of this Shavuos — the reassurance that Tzali would make it, that it was all still there inside of him: the power of Torah that was given to every single one of us.

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village near the Carpathian Mountains, he was orphaned as a child and drawn to quiet forests where he davened with a fiery heart. For years, his greatness was hidden, and he worked as a melamed, a shammes and a shochet. On his 26th birthday, the navi Achiya HaShiloni appeared to him and began teaching him Toras HaNistar, which continued over a period of ten years.

Following years of war, hardship and spiritual confusion — especially after Gezeiras Tach V’Tat (the Chmielnicki pogroms of 1648 and 1649) and the trauma of Shabsai Tzvi— many Yidden felt disconnected, unworthy and spiritually lost. In the wake of the pogroms, poverty forced most children to

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leave cheder. A divide grew between the learned elite and the simple Yidden — so deep that, in some towns, they davened in separate shuls.

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Simple tefillah, joy in mitzvos and love for one’s fellow Yid became the features of the movement that became known as chassidus.

On his yahrtzeit, as we receive the Torah anew, we also reflect on his enduring message: Every Yid counts, and the path to Hashem is open to all.

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Change one letter in each word, then rearrange the result to form a flowerrelated word.

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Est. May 2015

Our grandmother, Bubby Rosenwasser, was a legendary baker. Every week, she whipped up eighteen pounds of kokosh cake, and no visitor left without a treat. She was the one who made challah for every bris. When a friend once asked for her marble cake recipe, she replied, “Start by cracking 36 eggs.” That pretty much sums up her approach — abundant and from the heart.

Our mother encouraged us to explore the kitchen from a young age, and as we grew older, our passion for the kitchen just kept growing. Relatives and friends would tell us, “You have to open a business — we’ll be your first customers!”

One year, with Shavuos on the horizon, we decided to try selling milchig miniatures. We launched with just five items: Cheese Balls, Cheese Yodels, Cheese Daisies, Cheese Caramels and Carrot Cheese Cups. That first Shavuos, we sold a bunch of miniatures and a grand total of three cheesecakes. Today, we sell thousands.

What about Choco Cheese makes you proud?

We only use ingredients you can find in your own kitchen. No preservatives whatsoever. During the egg crisis, a case of eggs shot up from $30 to $300. One of our suppliers tried pushing egg powder to cut costs, but we wouldn’t hear of it. It’s real eggs or nothing.

What can’t Choco Cheese live without?

Disposable gloves. And, of course, cheese and chocolate.

Can you share a top baking tip?

Always bring your eggs and cheese to room temperature before mixing. It makes all the difference.

Have you ever experienced any near-disasters or baking flops?

We once had a new assistant prepping fifteen cheese logs. I popped them into the oven and stepped out. When I came back, the kitchen smelled awful, and cheese was oozing everywhere. Turns out, she’d used baking powder instead of vanilla sugar.

Can you share any memorable stories?

We have so many! One Shavuos, a woman left us a frantic message: “I just opened the fridge, and the box of s’mores is empty! My kids ate the whole thing!” Our chocolate s’mores are an all-time favorite — an irresistible classic our customers come back for year after year. She was ready to pay anything to get a fresh box before Yom Tov.

Another time, while we were still restocking after Pesach, a customer called to order a specific cheesecake for a bris. That product hadn’t yet been restocked, and we felt really bad about it. She took something else, and the next day she called and said, “There wasn’t a crumb left!” We were so grateful for the call.

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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@ thewview.com or fax to 718-2478881 by Sunday at midnight.

4. Two winners will be drawn each week, each of whom will receive a $10 gift card at Sprinkles!

PLAYING RULES:

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

POINTS

4-letter words: 2 points | 5-letter words: 3 points | 6-letter words: 5 points | 7-letter words: 7 points | 8-letter words: 9 points | 9+ letters: 12 points

HINT

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

S I P T U A U H C R L T F E Y B R E G E N S O J A

Family

Full mailing address: _________________________________________________________

Full name of winner: _________________________________________________________

Amount of points: ____________________________________________________________

Full names of competing players:

List some words only the winner found:

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

BY: ESTHER GROSS

תועובש בוט םוי

TORAH, BLINTZES, FLOWERS!

DOWN:

1. We were given the הרות amidst thunders’ might, Each הוצמ is like an individual flame, shining P__E and bright.

2. Upon יניס רה, E_______E flowers unfurled, Their fragrance divine, a gift to the world.

3. הרות unites, its wisdom guides, Directing each דיא, through changing tides. We walk with faith in all we do, With O______M and trust glowing through.

4. We rise from strength to strength once more, Each הוצמ leads us H____R, as we soar, So light and free, with joy we sing, Melodies of faith take wing.

5. We prepare dairy dishes, R__H and sweet, A בוט םוי feast, a joy replete.

6. Each meal is served with thought and pride, Our heartfelt P_____S deep inside.

7. Cheese blintzes folded, creamy bright, With grateful hearts we S___R every bite.

8. Every S__P we prepare with care, A royal connection, beyond compare!

9. יניס רה stood so small, yet high. Chosen low, yet it seemed to touch the sky. Through deep הנומא, we S___D, Led by Hashem’s guiding hand.

10. Inspiration fills each N___T so deep, הרות’s glow, a light we keep!

11. Voices R__E in songs so strong, הרות’s sound lifts our hearts along.

12. Cheese fillings crafted with delicate art, Recipes shared, W____H from the heart.

13. Just as a captain charts the way, The הרות guides life’s L_____S each day. Steering onward, steadfast and bright, A guiding beacon of light.

14. תווצמ woven, each a precious G_M, A דיא stands proud embracing them!

15. Through gardens tended Y__R by year, Our faith dissolves all doubt and fear!

ACROSS:

16. One voice, one heart, one stand,דחא

,דחא

, hand in hand, לארשי ללכ is D_______D and grand!

17. Like trees that rise both M____Y and tall, ןוחטב leads and holds us all.

18. As seeds we plant and watch them rise, Wisdom blooms before our eyes. With faith so bright we knead with

C___R, Celebrating תוחמש cherished and dear.

19. Like blossoms drink the heavenly rain, Faith R____S us through pain and gain.

20. Sweet as a crepe, smooth inside, הרות’s depth, our soothing guide. A fragrant bud peeks, fresh and vivid, H__E takes root where our hearts stay lifted.

21. הרות connects both Y___G and old, One people, one heart, faithful and bold, A treasure beyond the finest gold

22. הרוחס עטסעב יד זיא הרות, it heals, it helps, it shows the way, A gift of truth, each S____E day!

23. Values F__M, a pillar tall, הרות uplifts and strengthens us all.

24. Warmth fills each place, A shelter protected in Hashem’s embrace. Like dawn that wakes the buds anew, It carries us with faith so T__E.

25. Excitement stirs the midnight air, הרות’s S__G is heard loud and clear.

26. The shuls are adorned with flowers bright, םיתילט sway in rhythmic light. Voices rise with a plea so pure, Hearts U___E, in harmony, sure!

27. And just like B______S, rich and sweet, Keeping all the תווצמ makes us feel complete.

28. As kreplach wrapped with cheese inside, Our P______T בוט םוי memories forever in our hearts reside!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF COLOR ME PRETTY!

Malka

Miriam Glick, 6, Vien

Raizy Oberlander, 6, Pupa

Chany

Drezdner, 8, Bais

Rochel

Malky Genud, 5, Beth Chana

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DOONA CAR SEAT BASE

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REAL ESTATE

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Beautiful spacious 3 bedroom apartment available for second half in Prime Monsey area. Call/text for more information 845-323-7096

VACATION HOMES

Nice house in Monroe with stunning view, 3 bdrm, dining room, kitchen. For week or for Shabbos. Also private, deluxe villa in Monticello next to shul & mikvah, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, dining room & kitchen. Stunning grounds, all amenities incl. Lag Baomer special. 347.860.3253

MOUNTAINDALE

Gorgeous 3/5 bdrm, 2/3 bath villa avail. in Mountaindale, near Shuls. Price/night $350. (Pics avail.) 845.327.7153

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SUMMER RENTAL

Spacious five bedroom house in Chestnut Ridge to rent for the summer. Please call 346961-5296

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LINDEN VACATION RENTAL

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

WOODRIDGE HOME FOR RENT

4 bedroom, kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Avail. in August, $7800. 646-628-3156

JOBS

Attention graduates, young ladies, and anyone out there! Do you want work that gives you more? Do you want to feel financially secure? With trainings galore, So here comes the cure. Your positivity on the ball, combined with efficiency and Simcha that’s all! If that defines you, then here’s the number to call 929-318-7969

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

TEACHERS WITH BA

Head Start program seeking teachers with BA for the coming school year. Please call: 917.588.4277

LADIES!

Create a successful business by working only 1-2 hours a day! Huge potential & full support. Call or text 845-637-1861

HELP WANTED

Seeking an energetic girl to work with a 3-year-old boy in the afternoons. Excellent Pay! Please call 718-872-6051 ext 205 or email resumes@ Lbaps.com

ADMINISTRATORS POSITION

Looking for administrators with experience running operations in the ABA, HCBS, OPWDD and CFTSS fields. Each opening offers excellent salary and a steak hold potential, Full time in Heimishe office in Boro Park, female preferred. For more info reach out to: HRrecruitmentNY@gmail. com or call/text: 917.652.9576

LICENSED TEACHERS

United Academy Headstart (Wythe Ave.) is seeking licensed teachers with a BA, who will pursue a Masters in ECE. Fantastic environment with great benefits! Reach out to 929-382-9370

SERVICES

AUTHENTIC

Alert to homeowners & property managers. Exterior & interior home tune up. Professional repairs by licensed worker: roofing, waterproofing, brick pointing, cement jobs, also do plumbing, electrical, sheetrock work, parquet or stone flooring installed. For precision, timely svc, happy pricing call or txt authentic @ 212-9918548.

FURNITURE REPAIRS

Cabinet & General Repairs, specializing in ChosonKallah Apt. Call: 718.633.6231

We are hiring

After 28 years of powering possibilities for businesses and institutions worldwide, Fidelity under a new name: Sola. As one of the largest electronic payment providers in North America, Sola offers advanced processing tools for business owners across all channels — in-person, online, and mobile. We deliver customizable end-to-end technology solutions across various business verticals, bridging connections in the global marketplace.

LOCATIONS

Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn, NY 141 Flushing Ave, Suite 501, 11205 Howell, NJ 465 Oak Glen Rd, 07731 Boro Park, Brooklyn, NY 4013 13th Ave, 11218

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For more information or to apply, send your resume to: Visit us at solapayments.com

Open Roles

Agent Support Representative Howell, NJ/Brooklyn, NY

• Handle service tickets regarding the support of Merchant Credit Card processing through troubleshooting, diagnosing & providing agents with solutions.

• Gateway Support Representative Howell, NJ

Act as liaison between agents and internal departments to communicate, research, and investigate client issues while driving the ticket towards resolution.

• Work the customer service queue, monitoring and answering incoming calls and emails daily.

• Strategic thinking with a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices, risk management, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

Customer Service Representative Brooklyn, NY (Brooklyn Navy Yard, Williamsburg)

• Work the customer service queue, monitoring and answering incoming calls and emails daily, generating trouble tickets in Sola’s Customer Assistance and Ticketing System and contacting the clients with follow-up and resolution.

• 1 – 2 years of related experience preferred

Act as liaison between merchants and internal departments to communicate, research, and investigate client issues while driving the ticket towards resolution.

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WOOD REPAIR

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

MAKEUP ARTIST

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

AYIN HORAH

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

REMOVE EYIN HORA

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GARTLECH

Beautiful HANDMADE

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

CONSTRUCTION

Bathrooms, kitchens, closets, decks, extensions, additions, Basements, all electrical, plumbing, Carpentry. Lowest prices, fastest service. Call:718.951.0090

GARTLECH

We fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. We also teach how to knit & crochet. Please call: 917-414-3281

ELECTRICIAN

All Electrical work, outlets, switches, fixtures, new lines for washer/dryer or air conditions, shabbos clocks, circut breakers. Call:718.951.0090

HANDYMAN & PAINTING

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

ROWENTA

STEAMER REPAIR

Expert repairs on Rowenta steam stations. Fast service. Reasonable rates. Located in Boro park. Call 646-261-3809

KITCHEN

Kitchent cabinet hinges, tracks, drawer boxes, garbage pull outs replaced at reasonable prices. Call Mr. Likht 917-817-6981

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Attention Day Camp/School Directors! Professional Recording Studio, Rate starting at $100. Per song. Call: 347.977.6790

HAIR STRAIGHTEN

Chemical free hair

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THE CRACKER DIET

Since 2004. $200 includes 2 months follow up. 732.886.0954 We accept credit cards.

LIGHT ALTERATIONS

Please Call: 718.450.4700

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

CUSTOM PHOTO ALBUMS

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WHOLESALE FISH

Buy by the case & save. Baby & Regular Salmon. Hashgucha Volove Rav. Free delivery to your home. Call Eli: 516.270.6755

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VAN SERVICE

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GOWNS

OFF WHITE GOWN

To rent or sell white/off white gown for young high school girl, sz 16-18, pics avail. Call 929.779.0095

CHILDRENS GOWNS

Beautiful off white childrens gowns for rent. Call 347-5815657

CHAMPAGNE

CHILDREN’S GOWN

Simi’s of London champagne Childrens gown size 6. Call or text 347-262-5051

GOWNS

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ODDS & ENDS

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LOST

pink baby hat wednesday may 21. Wallabout area. 3475129011

gold & diamond necklace in Williamsburg 347-551-4013

gold bracelet Pesach 3476281481

baby pink shoe last week Monday ( Marcy /Wallabout area) 917-246-0707

Exchanged blk Zara jacket sz L or XL May 13, Hadar Reizel. Call or text 917-595-6520

FOUND

Ladies burberry wool coat size 6 in Continental hall 718596-3457

silver piece from a necklace, with the name

, Bedford penn. 718-855-8713.

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Gold earring on Lee Ave before Pesach 347-551-4013

pink baby blanket the second night of Pesach. Please call 9294201014

Kids Croc size 12 in front of Hatzluche Grocery Bedford 718-930-4378 in front of Gem Spot pink fuzzy blanket, before Pesach. 718-930-4378

keys at Lee cor. Ross. 347581-6929

Childrens jacket Lag Bomer 83 Heyward St 718-8581044

white bonpoint blanket by myrtle spencer sunday may 25. 3475129011

2 pk boys’ undergarment Hanes at Toys4u, pick it up there. 347-546-2986

FREE GIVEAWAYS

6 black chairs 347-528-0220

4 pairs of size 14 husky pants 718-387-1068

small electric heater in good condition 646-675-4440

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MRS. BRURIA WILLIG

MRS. SHIFFY FRIEDMAN

MRS. SHIFFY FRIEDMAN

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