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Recap of Chapter 67

Martin explains to Dov and Hinda how Yosef’s passport had gotten his picture on it. Dov is upset about it and feels he shouldn’t be as trusting of Martin anymore. Martin asks if he can fly to America and Canada with this passport, offering to go to Michoel as if he’s Yosef, and check out the situation there—but Dov says absolutely not.

Michoel is devastated when Hinda tells him there’s a problem with Yosef’s passport and he won’t be able to come to America.

CHAPTER SIXTY EIGHT

So Chani and Penina were both planning to come for Shabbos. Hinda prayed that all should go smoothly, and discovered that she didn’t have any energy to spare on fretting. She peeled vegetables distractedly, and got a burn on her left hand as she sautéed the onions. “It should be kaparas avonos,” she muttered as she stuck her hand under the running cold water.

She heard Dov come in and quickly glanced over his shoulder. Phew! There was no sign of Martin.

“What happened?” Dov asked her.

“Not a big deal, a little burn. Nu, what did Reb Shlomo say?”

“That we should do it. He says that Martin makes a trustworthy impression. Although he did ask him to sign for us that he won’t use the passport for anything illegal.”

“And he signed?”

“Yes. The Rav drafted the wording of the commitment.”

“And besides that?”

“He gave us a brachah that the mission should succeed.”

“Amen.” Hinda took a deep breath. “Now I have to call the number Michoel left me, the official number.”

“What do you mean?”

“Well, sometimes he calls from the office, and can’t speak too much because there is staff around. But sometimes he calls from a private number; he must have gotten a hold of a different phone, and then he speaks much more freely.”

“Like this last conversation.”

“Yes. I told you, he was literally crying.” She opened the freezer, took out some ice cubes, and wrapped them in a thin dish towel. Then she put it on her stinging hand. “Soon I’ll call to find out how to send Yosef’s medical documents, and how he is supposed to get there. But I have to find a way to tell Michoel that I have something private to tell him, and that he should call me when they are not around him.”

“I hope he’ll understand,” Dov said, as he walked over to stir the sizzling onions.

Hinda went to her room. On a top shelf, in two green files, was all of Yosef’s paperwork from the past six years. She sat down to find the relevant ones, and found herself looking at one of the papers from the National Insurance. There was a photo of Yosef affixed to it with a paper clip, and she studied it. His eyes did not return her gaze, and he didn’t look good at all. It was one of his worst times.

Would she be able to convey to Michoel that the “Yosef” who was coming to him was not the Yosef he knew?

“Mr. Perl?” One of his fellow patients touched his shoulder politely. “Um, um, um, the office asked for you to stop by.” Michoel nodded and turned back in the direction from which he’d come. Since his phone call with Hinda, he’d been feeling drained, ill, and old. Still, he tried to walk with a spring in his step, because if he wanted to put Plan B into effect, he had to give the staff the impression that he was healthy and vibrant. Plan B was to approach the management and clearly ask to leave. The subject had come up two or three times in his conversations with Dr. Jerry, but the latter had patronizingly made it clear that right now there was nothing to discuss.

He had said that of course, he would pay well for his stay and his care, but the doctor had looked offended. “I’m sure you will do that, but do you think that’s the issue? Before anything else, I want you to be healthy!”

They would have to understand that there was what to discuss. He did not want to spend the next thirty or forty years rotting here, and if his good niece in Israel refused to understand that, and kept evading him with foolish excuses, he had no choice but to take action on his own.

“Ah, Michoel.” Dr. Jerry, sitting at the front desk, smiled broadly at him. “Your niece called three minutes ago. Let’s call her back.”

“What does she want?” he asked flatly.

“Maybe it’s about her son; I didn’t ask any questions. I don’t usually pry into conversations about my patients and their families.”

Michoel took the phone, and with an expressionless face, dialed Haifa. “Hello, Hinda,” he said tonelessly when she picked up.

“How are you, Michoel?” she inquired.

“Baruch Hashem, okay.”

“I wanted to talk to you about Yosef. I don’t know who answered the phone before, and I didn’t want to ask; I prefer to do this through you.”

“Okay.” He sat down on a chair that was near the desk. “So, you do want to send Yosef here?”

“Yes. You’ve convinced me, and I think they might really be able to help him. Where should I send his medical files? To the number you gave me last week?”

“Yes.” He sounded a bit more encouraged. “When would you send him?”

“I think very soon.” Martin had to leave the country the following week.

“But I thought you told me he had a problem renewing his passport. You were able to work that out?”

“Yup, baruch Hashem. Don’t ask me how…but we managed to do it.” She forced a chuckle. “His last passport was from when he was eight. He’s changed a lot since then… a whole lot.”

“That’s fine—I’ll recognize him.” Michoel laughed in return. “I saw him less than a year ago.”

“Right, but he became very thin since then.”

“Thin? That’s a good sign. If I remember correctly, his pills made him gain weight.”

“Right,” she said again, and then paused. “Your memory is very good, Uncle Michoel. It always was.”

“Not especially, at this point in time,” he answered glumly, and then recovered. “But I am improving a lot, I’m telling you. Send Yosef, and you’ll see tremendous progress with him too.”

“Hashem will help. Okay, I’m faxing over the papers. Now tell me: where am I booking this ticket to?”

Michoel turned to Dr. Jerry. “She’s asking where she should book the ticket to.”

“First we want to see the papers,” the doctor said. “Based on that, we’ll make the final decision about accepting him. We’ll probably come pick him up from the airport, but we’ll talk about those details when they’re relevant.”

“And I wanted to add something,” Hinda said, after hearing the doctor’s response. “Yosef is nudging me that I shouldn’t forget to tell you this. He’s been falling asleep recently to a little recitation he made up. It calms him, you know. Something that he made up as a little boy—do you remember?”

“No, remind me.”

“Call me privately,” Hinda said in Hebrew, very carefully. “Because the one who will come will be a different boy. He’s very capable, and he’ll take you out of there b’ezras Hashem.” She switched back to English. “Remember the words? How we laughed about them?”

“Yes, I think I do remember,” Michoel said, after a pause. “And I hope to remember now the exact words. And if not—Yosef will remind me, or I’ll make up something similar.”

“I hope he’ll be okay with it.” Hinda smiled, swallowing her sigh of relief. “Just make sure it’s something similar. In Hebrew.”

“Yes, sure, I’ll make up something that will work. But…” He hesitated for a moment. “I hope he still remembers his English? Otherwise, he won’t be able to communicate with the staff here.”

“Sure he remembers English. And it’s even improved a lot recently.” Another forced laugh. “But he has a bit of an accent now, a Canadian one, because during his recent

hospitalizations, he became friendly with a Canadian fellow. I guess the accent rubbed off on him.”

“I see,” Michoel said slowly. “Okay. I hope they’ll approve this, so that he can come. Are you sending the papers? Oh, and they also want a copy of his passport.”

“As soon as I finish speaking to you, I’ll send everything,” Hinda promised, and the conversation came to a close.

“They want to know things, huh?” the psychiatrist asked Michoel.

“Yes.”

“What do they care?”

“People don’t like going somewhere without knowing where to,” Michoel replied. Wasn’t that obvious?

“Do you think if you would know where you are, it would calm you down?”

“I’m sure it would.”

“Okay. So I’m not telling you exactly where we are, but I’m ready to tell you that it’s near the city of Charleston. Maybe you’ll even get to see parts of the city. Sometimes we take outings there.”

“Outings? To Charleston? Like, to go shopping there?” Michoel looked at the other man, wide-eyed.

“Shopping?” The doctor laughed. “We hold marches there. We want to influence other people to learn our way of life. Don’t you think it’s worth it for them to try it out? To have a calmer, more peaceful life, and not to let the everyday pressures destroy nature. Nature is the best doctor in the world for a person.”

“Of course, of course.” Michoel nodded vigorously. Charleston. Charleston. There were at least three states that had a city called Charleston. Which one of the three was he in? ***

Two young women sat on the couch on Friday night, chatting lightly. Hinda looked at them both. They were so different, yet so similar. Each one was marveling at the other one’s baby, and they exchanged their opinions about child-raising as if Chani’s Bracha was sixteen and not a year and a half old, and Penina’s Batsheva was at least twelve.

“I know it’s terrible to spoil them,” Penina said. “But now with this cast, she’s so pitiful. Every time she cries, I’m sure something hurts her.”

“She doesn’t look like she’s in pain at all,” Chani said. She smiled at Batsheva and offered her arms invitingly. Batsheva didn’t move; she was too young to reach out. She just grinned back at Chani. Bracha came running to

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“Come, let’s see what she’ll do when I hold your cutie!” Chani laughed as she took Batsheva. Oops… Batsheva seemed to have been waiting for this minute, and she spit up right onto Chani’s skirt.

“Oy!” Penina leaped up, blushing furiously. “She got your skirt all dirty! I’m so sorry!”

“Please, it’s no big deal!” Chani stood up as well. “I have two other skirts here. You think I didn’t come prepared? Do you think Bracha doesn’t ever get me dirty?”

“At least she doesn’t spit up.” Penina was still as red as the beet salad she’d placed on the table just a short time before.

“I promise you that when she sits on my lap at the meal and insists on feeding herself, the results are not any better!”

Hinda, who had been perusing a Chumash until now, put her finger in the place where she was up to, and stood up to follow her daughter out of the room. “Chani,” she said quietly, near the door of Chani’s room, “on Rosh Hashanah

I also noticed this: you’re wearing only real clothes, even though we’re in the house. Why don’t you wear a robe instead? You had a gorgeous Shabbos robe, didn’t you? Do you need a new one?”

“No, Ima, it’s fine.” Now it was Chani who looked like the beet salad. “The Shabbos robe you bought me before my wedding is still perfect; it looks like new.”

“Because you don’t wear it.” Hinda smiled. “You don’t have to answer me if you don’t want to—I’m just curious about it.”

“So…it’s because Eli says that real clothes are more dignified and more tznius’dig. He doesn’t have a problem if I wear a robe at home, but if I want to go outside or something like that, then I have to change, because he says that a robe looks too homey and it’s not for the street. So it’s just simpler for me to wear real clothes at home, too. I make sure to have comfortable clothes, of course, and…and that’s it.”

“That’s very nice,” Hinda said admiringly. She studied her daughter. “And if you’re fine with it, then great!”

“Of course I’m fine with it, especially since after he asked me that, I went out to buy another half a wardrobe instead of all my robes. You know how much I love to shop…”

Hinda smiled and went back to the dining room before Penina would mistakenly think they were huddling about her.

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If you notice a Tick on yourself or a member of your family it is time to visit your local healthcare provider. Your provider will use special tools that will remove the tick carefully from the skin to make sure that no part of the tick or its legs remain attached to the body. The longer the tick remains attached to the skin, the greater the risk of getting a disease from it. Your skin may also get irritated.

When to seek emergency care

Call 911 or your local emergency number if you develop:

• A severe headache

• Difficulty breathing

• Paralysis

• Heart palpitations

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READING: WHAT IS IT GOOD FOR?

Q: My son simply hates reading. He is on grade level and has no problem reading, but he just doesn’t see the point. I personally really enjoy reading and so does my husband. He always asks me, “What is it good for?” I try to tell him all sorts of things, but I figured I would also ask you. What’s reading good for?

A: Ah, this is not an easy question to answer – especially depending on your son’s age. The benefits of reading are multiple, but might be hard for a child to understand. Either way, here are some of the ways that reading can improve your life:

• Brain exercise. Reading keeps your brain in an active state. Instead of passively listening to those around you or exercising physical muscles, reading gets your mind working and your productive juices flowing. Research shows that people who exercise their brains through reading, crossword puzzles, or playing a musical instrument have a lesser chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

• Expanded knowledge and vocabulary. Reading is one of the best ways to expand your knowledge and word base. This not only helps you do better in all subjects in school, it also helps you speak more intelligently on a dayto-day basis. Aside from career opportunities available to those who appear more intellectual and refined, people enjoy being around those they feel they can learn from.

• Boost creativity. The human brain requires connections in order to function at its maximum capacity. When you read, you create new “velcro” onto which information can get stuck. In other words, the more you know, the more you will later learn. This is perfectly demonstrated when after you learn a new word, that word immediately pops up in multiple situations. With so many connections made from reading, you will be better able to access creative solutions in the future.

• Empathy. Recent studies have shown that children and adults who read fiction are better able

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to empathize with people in life. Perhaps exploring the emotional lives of others allows the reader to “step into the shoes” of the real people they interact with daily. Depending on your son’s age, he may not be able to comprehend the importance of these benefits. However, as a reader yourself, I am sure you see these advantages play out in your daily life. Therefore, try to explain the multiple benefits of reading to your son – but most importantly – show him the role of reading in your own life. Let him see you reading in the living room, talk to him about the interesting points in your book, and fill your shelves with books in all subject areas.

While he might not see the value for himself, as a reading role model, you can show him that reading has value for you. This is perhaps the best way to teach him the significance of reading. Then, when he finds the right books, he will be ready to gain all of the benefits that reading offers.

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BE FIT WITH BENEFIT

APrep is important when it comes to fasting. Here are some key pointers to keep in mind:

1. Hydration is key- In the hours leading up to the fast, drink plenty of water.

2. Balanced meal- Before starting the fast, opt for a balanced meal that includes lean proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates. This will provide your body with sustained energy for the fast.

3. Avoid heavy foods: Having heavy or fried foods can lead to discomfort during your fast.

4. Eat slow-digesting foods such as grains, vegetables and legumes, so that you are kept feeling fuller for longer.

During the fast, be gentle with yourself and listen to what your body is telling you. Don’t be too active and rest when you feel the need for it. Keep yourself occupied with light activities during the day.

Here is how to break your fast, best:

1. Start slowly- when the fast is over, it is not vital to rush into a heavy meal. Your digestive system has been resting, so reintroducing foods gradually is key.

2. I always tell my weight loss clients that it is ok to treat yourself after your fast to a small goodie. Treating yourself to something small will satisfy your immediate cravings without overwhelming your system.

3. Light and balancedAfter having your treat, proceed with a light and balanced meal. Incorporate veggies, lean proteins and healthy fats to nourish your body without feeling overloaded. It is important to avoid a carb overload. While it is tempting to indulge, keep in mind that high-sugar foods can cause energy crashes and make you feel lethargic.

If you are on a weight loss plan, remember, that weight loss is a process. Listen to your body and make adjustments based on how you feel after breaking your fast. Be gentle with yourself and make mindful food choices while striving to achieve your weight loss goals in a healthy and sustainable manner.

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Recap: The family that fostered Brocha informs the Sternsteins that they are making aliyah, and Mr. Sternstein convinces his wife to have her come home on a trial basis. Rachelli explains that she felt sorry for Ahuva, who was so obviously struggling, and therefore, reached out to her.

CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE:

I could’ve used a good friend to talk about this with. That was Ahuva’s only coherent thought as she walked out of her house in a daze. Sunday morning had begun just like any other one, with Ahuva lazing around and enjoying a relaxed morning. No one had prepared her for the bombshell. If she would have had it her way, her mother would’ve looked at her with wide, trusting eyes. Her mother would’ve taken her gently by the arm and sat her down on the couch. Her father would’ve joined them, and the news would have been peacefully revealed. Instead, as she sipped a mug of hot cocoa and thought about how she would spend her day, her mother had walked in with a stormy face. Pori was nowhere to be found.

“Next week, Ahuva,” her mother told her, eyeing her warily. “She comes here.”

It was so abrupt, so surreal, it so didn’t make any sense. “Who’s coming?” Ahuva didn’t understand the enormity of what she was being told.

“Brocha.” Her mother’s voice was emotionless, almost like she didn’t care. “Brocha is coming here.”

“Brocha?” A puddle of hot cocoa splattered onto the white table and dripped onto her skirt.

She wasn’t given much of any answers. After two minutes of futile questioning, she excused herself. She had flown out of the door like a fugitive.

Now, standing outside, she felt a bit foolish. Where was she going? Sadly, she had no friend to share the news with. Walking down the block with nowhere to go. All alone. Around her, people came and went. No one seemed to notice a lonely teenager, pacing the street, with thousands of questions

swirling in her mind, and no one to answer them at all.

No one noticed a lonely teenager crossing the street, walking aimlessly. You can be in a room full of people but still be alone. It was a line that she had once read in a book, and it came back to her now. The avenue was teeming with people, but Ahuva had never felt so alone in her entire life. ***

“I just want to talk about it, that’s all.” Rachelli’s eyes flashed. “Why don’t I have the right to know what the whole world knows about our family?”

Mrs. Zone looked at her daughter. Sometimes, she liked to imagine that her daughter was just a regular, growing teenager. It was at moments like these, that she wished she could attribute her daughter’s anger to typical growing teenagerhood.

But she couldn’t. Because in eighth grade, Rachelli had made a new friend. It had taken time for her to realize what was happening. But it was too late.

Apparently, it wasn’t the friend’s fault. Rachelli was a deep thinker, a searcher. She had questions, so many questions. But she was afraid to ask. Once she found a friend that was on her wavelength, they explored the answers together.

Quietly, they expanded their horizons, had late night discussions and late night trips. By the time Mrs. Zone realized just how far her daughter had strayed, they were graduating eighth grade. Rachelli agreed to attend Bnos Batsheva, and like many other parents, the Zones hoped that it was a passing phase.

Now, Rachelli was in eleventh grade. Sure, she had grown. She was in a nurturing, wonderful environment. But she was far from the innocent Bais Yakov girl that they had once known.

She’s frum, she keeps Shabbos and eats only kosher. Just be thankful, Mrs. Zone tried to remind herself. She tried to remind herself that, even now, as her daughter’s temper flared.

“Rachelli.” Mrs. Zone kept her voice even. “What happened ten years ago doesn’t

matter. You know the basic story, why are you bringing this up? It’s a painful topic and I don’t see any reason to discuss it.”

“But I want to know. I want to know one thing. Is it possible, is there a slight chance that Daddy knew who he was running over? Is there a possibility that he wanted to hurt Brocha?” ***

“There’s so much going on.” Chaim Sternstein was reluctant to have this discussion, but it had been long in waiting and there was no more pushing it off. “Ahuva is suffering. Pori isn’t getting any younger. And Brocha,” his voice cracked, “I don’t know, I somehow, still hoped…” He let the end of his sentence trail in the air.

“Where are you getting at? Life isn’t easy, that much we both know,” Laya’s laugh was brittle. “I think it’s time to re-evaluate the direction that we took.” Chaim fumbled with his wristwatch, opening the clasp, and closing it again. “I made many mistakes. Maybe I need to correct them. Maybe this is G-d’s way of saying that we need to change tracks.”

“What? Are you serious?” Laya couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “You are really linking my messed-up life to some business folly? That makes no sense!”

“Nothing makes sense, Laya.” Chaim suddenly sounded tired, defeated. It was the sound of a warrior giving up. “Does Pori still being single make sense? Does Ahuva’s hair pulling and miserable school life make sense? Does Brocha’s prolonged illness make sense?”

“What are you getting at?”

“It’s time to own up to what we did.”

“What did we do?” Laya refused to meet her husband’s eyes. He was being kind, really. He was trying to blame himself, to pretend that this was all his fault.

But they both knew the truth. Chaim would never hurt a fly. But Laya, she would hurt more than just flies. Over the course of the past few years, she had done a lot more than just hurt a fly.

Perhaps it was coming back to bite her.

Admitting that she had done a heinous act wasn’t something that she was about to do.

Pretending to be in denial was easier. “Laya, we destroyed someone’s reputation. Granted, we didn’t mean for it to go so far, but it did, and we didn’t stop it then. What we did was unforgivable.”

“It’s fine.” Laya finally looked up to meet her husband’s eyes. “You can stop saying we. It was me, and only me at fault here. It was my idea, and you opposed it. You couldn’t believe what I had done when I told you.”

“I think,” Chaim got up and stretched. “I think it’s time to meet with them, explain all of this to them. Beg them to forgive us.”

Laya got up, too, her hands shaking. “Chaim,” she said, and even her voice was shaking now. “Never. It’s not happening, not now, or ever. So don’t even dare try to bring this up again. Ever.”

Seeing the determined look on his face, she quickly added, “And don’t dare do anything behind my back. Because buying my forgiveness may just be a lot harder than gaining theirs.”

With that, the conversation was inelegantly over.

***

His hands may have been tied, but Chaim still wanted to correct a different misdeed. He was planning to mention it in the same conversation, but it had ended badly, and he had never even had a chance to discuss it.

Now, he was glad that he hadn’t mentioned it. After seeing Laya’s reaction to the first idea, he was glad that he could do this without explicitly going against her wishes.

Still, he was trembling inside. After so many years, he had gathered his wits and every last ounce of courage that he had to meet with Shmuel.

He was surprised that Shmuel had agreed to the meeting. There was so much water under the bridge. After the accident, the Sternsteins had dragged the Zones through the mud. True, Chaim himself hadn’t gone around saying that the accident had happened on purpose, but he sure hadn’t stopped the terrible rumors that were circulating.

They had agreed to meet in a neutral place. In a coffee shop. Five, six, seven…ten. It was

exactly ten years since the accident and eight years since the day of the grand opening that Chaim had ruined.

Now, standing at the corner of the small coffee shop, Chaim wasn’t sure he was ready to see the man who had unintentionally destroyed his daughter’s life.

But when Shmuel walked in, in a haze of emotion, Chaim felt himself enveloped in a warm embrace. They hadn’t seen each other in ten years, but pain had brought them together.

After that, they both sat down and just looked at each other.

“I just came to explain,” Chaim began. “I want you to understand a little more of why I did what I did. I want to apologize, but first, to explain.”

Shmuel waved his hand. “Really, it’s been so many years. Why don’t we just call it a truce? Hashing and rehashing the details won’t make a difference at this point any way. If you called me to move on, I am more than ready.”

“I know. But I want to explain.” Shmuel agreed to listen, at Chaim’s insistence.

“I was excited about the new supermarket. I was busy with investments then, and I had made a lot of money on a recent investment. I was excited to invest that money in this new joint venture and enjoyed the planning process immensely.”

Both men instantly remembered the many enjoyable hours that they had spent together, working with a marketing agency, designing the logo, and discussing the layout of the store.

Shmuel nodded and Chaim continued. “A few weeks before the grand opening, I heard of a new opportunity. It was the wisest time to invest my money, as the grand opening was approaching, and I had the money set aside for this venture.” Chaim’s eyes clouded over at the memory.

“The investment seemed safe, and it was a rare opportunity. But he needed a lot of money. More than I had ready. So I figured, how bad could it be? I would dig into the money that I had set aside, no big deal. By the time the grand opening came, I would be making back

double.” Chaim paused.

“I had been making investments for years, so this was just like any other.”

Shmuel heard the unmistakable pain and regret in his voice. “Chaim, like I said, I forgive you. There is no need for you to relive the past. Now, you just have to forgive me for making an unforgivable mistake.”

Chaim stopped his story and whispered, “But Shmuel, you are wrong. On that day, the day that you hit my daughter, I had been taking a walk with her. I was supposed to be watching her. You were driving on a quiet road, and it was a rainy night. I had been waiting for an answer from a business associate, and I lost track of where I was or who I was walking with. His eyes took on a faraway look.

“Abba! Look! I can run fast! Really fast!” Chaim smiled at Brocha. “I will show you!”

“Ping!” Chaim looked down at his phone. Out of the corner of his eye, he watched Brocha race ahead. I should run after her, he thought. Instead, he read the email. It was an important update. It would make a big difference. His heart began to race in anticipation. He had waited for this email for a long time now.

“You can’t catch me!” Brocha’s laughter rang out in the air, but was instantly swallowed by the screeching of brakes.

And Chaim finally looked. A minute too late.

“I could’ve told you. I could’ve explained it to the street, to the rumors. I could’ve told them that it wasn’t you. That I was an absentminded father, that I found an email more important than watching my own child.”

Chaim’s eyes were wet. “But I just couldn’t. I couldn’t bear the shame of admitting the truth. Not the to public, and not to my distraught wife, who would never trust me again. So I didn’t. Instead of facing reality and admitting my terrible, fatal, mistake, I allowed the rumors to swirl and whirl. I allowed the world to believe that it was you.”

Shmuel, who had just said that he wholeheartedly forgave Chaim for his business folly, for his disappearance many years ago, sat there, numb with shock. Suddenly, he wasn’t so sure after all.

TO BE CONTINUED

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Makdim Health Awareness Event

Last week’s Health Awareness Event was a resounding success. Close to 1,000 people attended in person – with many more following the speeches and medical panel virtually – hearing about the importance of caring for one’s health and regular visits to a primary care physician. The focus of the event was for all of us to take a step back and take responsibility – to ourselves, our families, and to the Ribono shel Olam, the Healer of all.

PREVENTION IS THE BEST CURE

Reb Yitzchok Stralberg, MC, recounted how we use the word ‘unfortunately’ when talking about health. “Speak to any Hatzalah member, any doctor, or anyone at the organizations dedicated to helping cholei Yisrael. They’ll all tell you that the number of young-to-middle age people in our community faced with severe illness is unprecedented. The worst part is that so many of these unfortunate diagnoses are not acute – they didn’t suddenly show up. High blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, chronic heart disease, and strokes, are all conditions that are worsened by ignorance and neglect.”

That’s Makdim’s mission statement: To bring awareness around health and shake up the status quo of our complacent lives. Don’t neglect your health! Spend half an hour at the doctor's office once or twice a year and know which conditions are hereditary. What is your A1C? What are your cholesterol levels? Don’t think that because you’re ‘only’ 35 or 40, you’re too young to be invested in your health.

AWARENESS CAN SAVE LIVES

The atmosphere turned somber when Reb Stralberg told of a personal anecdote: In February 2020 he woke up and suddenly felt excruciating dizziness and numbness on the entire left side of his body. His speech was slurred and his facial muscles

became paralyzed. He remembered an EMT course he had taken years earlier and realized he was in the throes of a stroke.

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Before he collapsed he barely managed to tell his wife to call Hatzalah and tell them he was experiencing a stroke. Months of rehab followed, where he had to relearn how to use every single one of his limbs. The point that Reb Stralberg wanted to make, occurred the next day. His neurologist entered the room and asked what medication he was on to treat his diabetes. Utterly taken aback he stuttered, “I’m not a diabetic.” His blood sugar levels were three times the amount of those of a healthy individual. The doctor shot back, “Are you surprised by what happened? You’re literally a walking timebomb and should be thankful you’re alive.”

CARING FOR YOUR HEALTH

Dr. Shimshi Zimmerman, Medical Director of Hatzalah New York, started the medical panel by asking the doctors about the importance of a primary care physician.

Dr. Eli Inzlicht, Medical Director at Premium Heath, explained that the role of a PCP is to get to know each patient personally and do basic testing. People of all ages need to build a relationship with a PCP since many health conditions can manifest at a young age. Furthermore, a PCP will refer their patients to specialists when there are issues that require more specialized care. When asked about hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart disease, Dr. David Sherman of Columbia Presbyterian explained that if a male family member under the age of 55 had a heart attack, you’re at greater risk of developing heart issues yourself. It’s important to be aware of your family history and get testing that may not be so routine for the general

Hypertension is known as the ‘silent killer’ since living with high blood pressure can go undetected for many years but will lead to complications. It’s therefore incumbent on everyone over the age of 35 to check their blood pressure regularly – at home and at the doctor’s office – and get familiar with their numbers and follow up with their PCP if they are elevated.

When asked about preventative screenings, Dr. Aaron Tokayer, Professor of Gastroenterology, started by highlighting the success of Makdim’s efforts in raising awareness for preventative testing. Over 1,000 people got screened in the past six months and 60% of those who got colonoscopy screenings had polyps found that, if left untreated, could have become cancerous.

Most people are aware that diabetes equals high blood sugar, but many don’t realize how much deeper it can go. Elevated sugar alerts us that someone might be pre-diabetic, but diabetes can cause vascular (blood vessel) problems that can affect our bodies in many ways – including heart issues, kidney failure, diabetic ulcers, and vision problems. But all that, and more, can be prevented with regular screenings and lifestyle modifications.

BUSYNESS IS NOT AN EXCUSE

Reb Stralberg passionately implored the audience to take it upon themselves to visit the doctor at least once a year. He told those who excuse themselves with their busy lifestyle, to view it as one of the mitzvos we perform once a year: biur chametz, tashlich, and mishloach manos. No one forgets to do those mitzvos –they’re an absolute privilege!

Let’s all hold the mitzvah of venishmartem meod lenafshoseichem just as dear and make it a priority.

Schedule that doctor’s visit today!

Makdim is now working with PCP offices that will provide appointments during regular office hours and after hours, making it easier for everyone to schedule that important check-up – regardless of their schedule. Reach out to Makdim at 718-925-2943 for more information. Visit makdim.org to watch a replay of the event.

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45 45 בובאבמ ר“ומדא ק“כ ודכנ לצא ל“צז בובאבמ המלש ירבד לעב ר“ומדא ק“כ לש אשידק אלוליהד אמוי בא ח“ר Yurtzeit of The Bobov Rov Zy”u By His Grandson The Bobov-45 Rebbe Yurtzeit of Rov Zy”u The Rebbe

Aliye Lezion of Gaved Yerishulayim Zt”l on his Yurtzeit

יִד ןקוּר וּצ ךְיִלְגעֶמ טשׁיִנ זיִא'ס ,יִטאַט ךְיִא לעוֶו יוֹזַא יוִו ,טעֶבּ ןייֵמ טלעֶטשׁראַפ סֶע ...םעֶד ףיוֹא ןפאָלשׁ ןעֶנעֶק ךְאָנ

ךְיִא ,עֶרעייֵט עֶל'הֶשֹׁמ עגנוּי ןוּא ךְעֶלעֶטנעֶה עֶנייֵלק ןייֵד טיִמ וּד זַא ייֵטשׁראַפ רעֶבָּא .טראָד

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:רעירפ ןופ ןצרוק ןיא

ןכאמ ןכאנ .שזדאל ןייק דנאלשטייד ןופ טפיולטנא לרעפּ תחפּשמ

טלאטשנא םימותי א וצ ןא לרעפּ המלש טמוק ןליופּ ןופ הטילפּ

ןעגנאפעג רע טרעוו דנאלסור טלאפאב רעלטיה ןעוו .ענדארג ןיא

ףעזאי ןעמאנ ןטימ 'רעשטיודסקלאפ' א זיא רע זא ןא טביג ןוא

טניד ןוא ןרידנומ עשיצאנ ןא טוט רע ,םיא ןביילג ןשטייד יד .לעירעפּ

וצ גייוושנוארב ןייק םיא ןעמ טגארט ןאד .טכאמרעוו םעניא ראי א

ענייז ראפ .עיגאלעדיא עשיצאנ ןענרעל וצ סופּמאק טנגוי רעלטיה א

סעטכישעג עשיאארעה ענעקאבעג-בלאה רע טלייצראפ סעגעלאק

עכלעוו ,דראהרעג טימ רעמיצ ןייא ןיא טפאלש רע .טנארפ םענופ

.ענייַּפ טאטשמייה ןייז ןופ ךיוא טמוק

!גנונאפּש טימ רעטייוו טנייל

לטיפּ אק עטסגיצנ אווצ-ןוא-ןביז

ס'עמאמ ,ןעמאנ ס'נטאט ןייד" "...םאטשפּא רעייז ןוא ,ןעמאנ

!עימעדאקא ןגראמ טוג !דנאלשטייד ןגראמ טוג

טכאנ עטשרע ענעי ןפאלשעג גיאור רעייז רימ ןיב ךיא

רעד ןופ ןעמוקאב באה’כ סאוו הנתמ א – טעב ןיימ ףיוא

באה’כ .ןיצידעמ א יוו ןעוועג רימ זיא'ס ןוא – ךייר רעטירד

ךיוא .םולח א ןופ קנעדנא םוש ןייק ןא טקעוועגפיוא ךימ

םעד ןצענאב וצ רעדיוו ןבייהנא לעוו ךיא זא דחפּ רעד

.ששח רעטסיזמוא ןא ןייז וצ טלעטשעגסיוא ךיז טאה ,טעב

רעד טימ ןיירא זיא ,גנוי רעלטיה רעד ,פּאי זא סיוא טזייוו

ןייק טשינ רעמ זיא רע .עלאר רעיינ ןייז ןיא סופ רעטכער

ענדורג ןיא טלאטשנא-םימותי םענופ לגנוי רעד ,על'המלש

וצ רעכעלייל ענייז ירפרעדניא ןדעי ףיוא טגנעה רעכלעוו

עשטייד עטלעוורעדסיוא יד ןופ רענייא ראנ ,ןענעקורט .ןעגנוי .גניליווצ ןשידיא ןייז טקנעדעג טשינ רעמ טעמכ טאה פּאי

ץעגרע טפּוטשראפ ןוא טגיטייזאב ,ןטלאהאב טאה רע

טאה רע רעבא ,ןעוועג לאמא זיא רע רעוו גינייוועניא ףיט

ןופ ןבעל סאד ןעוועטאר וצ – ליצ ןייא טגאמראפ ךאד

ברה ןופ לקינייא רעד ,לרעפּ הקברו לאירזע ןב על'המלש

ןוא רימאקליוו ןופ םכח רעד ,ל"צז ןירעפּלאה רעב והילא

סאוו ,ליפעג רעכאווש ןוא רעטלפּענראפ א זיולב .קצאווטא

וצ לאמ ןופ טאה ,טרעטייוורעד ןוא טפּוטשראפ ןעוועג זיא טאה סאוו ,קנופ ןכילרעניא םעד טרעקאלפעגפיוא לאמ

!ןשעלראפ טשינ לאמנייק ךיז טעוו ןוא ןשאלראפ טשינ ךיז עקאמשעג א .ןסיורדניא טניישעגפיוא טאה ןוז גנילירפ א ןעגנורדעגניירא טאה ןעמולב ןופ תורוש ןוא זארג ןופ ךורעג

םוצ ןעגנאגעגוצ ןיב ךיא .סרעטסנעפ ענעפא יד ךרוד

ןיימ ףיוא טייצ עצרוק א טקוקעגסיורא ןוא רעטסנעפ

ןופ עפש רעד טימ ,ץאלפּ םענופ טייקנייש יד .טלעוו רעיינ

ןרילראפ טשינ לאז ךיא זא טקראטשעג ךימ טאה ,ןסנירג

-םעטא יד

עדנפּאכראפ

א ןופ עטכישעג

ךיז טאה סאוו דיא

ראי 4 ןטלאהאב

ןופ ןעייר יד ןיא

עשיטסיסאר רעד

טנגוי-רעלטיה

אבט אלזמ

,הריקיו אבר ארבג יאה ינפ ,המירנ אתכרבד אסכ

בוהא ,ללהה תא וילע ןירמוג ןיא ,ללמי ימ וחבש

,םילעפ ברו יח שיא ,הטמל דמחנו הלעמל

ה"ומ

םייח ףסוי םאסגנאל ו"יה

ונועמב החמשה לגרל

י"נ לארשי ןתחה ונב יסוריאב

תב הלכה ג"בע בוט לזמל

א"טילש אנהכ ןרהא םייח ה"ומ

יסנאמ זלעב ץ"מוד

לכמ השודקד תחנ תוורל הכזיש םימשבש וניבא ינפלמ ר"היו

,ארוהנ ברו יחיור ינוזמו ייח ינב רשואו רשוע ךותמ ח"צוי

םיאלפנה וישעמב ךישמהל הכזיו ,םינינע לכב חילציו ליכשיו

לארשי תעושיל הכזנ ידע ,םיבוט םינשו םימי ךרואל

א"בב בירק ןמזבו אלגעב קדצ לאוג תאיבב ןתחמשו

,םיכרבמה

לעז ןטמערוטשעצ ןיימ ראפ גנולייה א

עניימ ראפ גנורילומיטס עטנוזעג א ןוא

גידנעטש באה’כ .ןטייקגיאעפ ענעפאלשראפ

ךיא ןוא ןענרעל ןוא ןענייל וצ טאהעג ביל

לאירעטאמ םעד טפּאכעגפיוא גנירג באה

-םימותי םעניא ךיוא .טנרעלעג טאה'מ סאוו

יד ןשיווצ ןעוועג ךיא ןיב ענדורג ןיא טלאטשנא

,"ןילפּיצסיד ןיא ןוא ןענרעל ןיא עטנכייצעגסיוא"

ן'פיוא טבעלקעגפיורא ןעוועג זיא דליב ןיימ ןוא

רקיע רעד .טלאטשנא םענופ "לוואט ערע"

ןעוועג זיא םידומיל עגיטצעי עניימ ןיא שודיח

זיא סאוו עידוטש עיינ א טנעקאב באה’כ זא

:עלא ןופ עטס'בושח יד יוו ןראוועג טכארטאב

."עסאר רעביא סעידוטש יד"

עלוש ןיא םידומיל יד וצ ןגיוצאב ךימ באה’כ

,טייקגיאור רעכילדנעטשראפטסבלעז א טימ

דלאביוו ,טנעדוטס רעכילנעוועג רעדעי יוויוזא

רעגיטצעי רעד טימ טבעלעג ןצנאגניא באה’כ

א רימ ראפ ןעוועג ןענעז ןסרוק יד .עגר

ןגיד'לרוג םעד ןעניוועג ןענעק וצ יוזאיוו לטימ

ןגעלעג עקאט זיא םעד ןיא .ןבעל וצ טסעמראפ

עניימ ןוא רימ ןשיווצ דיישרעטנוא רעסיורג א

ןא ןעוועג סע זיא ייז ראפ דלאביוו ,סעגעלאק

ןוא ,תועידי ןייא ךיז טפיוק'מ ואוו עיצוטיטסניא

ןגיטפנוקוצ ן’ראפ עוצקמ א ןייא ךיז טלדנאה'מ

.יוזא ןעוועג טשינ סע זיא רימ ראפ רעבא ,ןבעל

ןעוו ,רעטעפּש ראי גיצרעפ יוו רעמ ,טנייה

טראד טאה'ס סאוו ןביירשראפ ליוו ךיא

ןוא חומ ןיימ ןעגנערטשנא ךיא ףראד ,טריסאפּ

ןופ .פּאי ןופ תונורכז יד טראד ןופ ןפּעלשסיורא

ןוא ןעגנאגעגרעטנוא זיא ךייר עשטייד יד ןעוו

,םאטשפּא ןיימ וצ טרעקעגמוא ךימ באה ךיא

סאוו סעלא טזאלראפ ךילצנעג ךיא באה

גנירג טשינ זיא'ס .טנרעלעג טראד באה ךיא

ןופ ,ךאז ענעסעגראפ עפיט אזא ןשירפוצפיוא .ןראי ליפיוזא

ךיא ,ןיילא ךיז ןיא ןייא ראפרעד ךימ לקיוו ךיא

ןגיוא יד וצ ךאמ ךיא ,ןעמעלא ןופ פּא ךימ סייר

עניימ טימ עבמאג יד רעטנוא טלאה ךיא ןוא

וצ ,ןיהא קירוצ ...קירוצ ךיא ייג יוזא ןוא ,סרעגניפ

קנאב א ףיוא ץיז ךיא ואוו ,רעמיצסאלק םענעי טייקזעוורענ יד .הרוש רעטסלטימ רעד ןיא ךימ טגינייפּ'ס ןוא טוג ךיז טליפ ןגאמ ןיימ ןופ רעדיוו ךיא ןיב טא ןוא .טלאמעד יוויוזא ,רעדיוו ןרידנומ יד ןיא ןוטעגנא ,רוחב רעגירעי ןצעביז א ,דנלע ייז ןשיווצ גידנציז ,ץיירקנקאה ן'טימ

.העושי א ףיוא גידנטראוו ןוא ,ןגיוצעגנא

א ןעוועג זיא טרפּ רעד .שידיא ןדער ךיוא

םענעטלאהאב

םענופ ןגעמראפ רעטגילייהראפ

םיטרפּ עגיטכיוורעדנימ ראפּא ךאנ .המלש עקעט ןיימ ןיא ןראוועג ןבירשראפ ןענעז .ןראוועג טגידנעראפ זיא טעברא יד ןוא )'לייפ'( סלא ןעמונעגנא ןראוועג לעיציפא ןיב ךיא עימעדאקא רעלעיצעפּס רעד ןיא טנעדוטס

,'468 ןאב' טייהנייא ,'טנגוי רעלטיה' רעד ןופ .גייוושנוארב ,ץנאנימאד-רעדינ ןופ ןופצ ןבאה רעמיצ םעד טזאלראפ באה ךיא רעדייא .ןצאז עכילפעה ראפּא טשיוטעגסיוא רימ טיילגאב עטמאאב יד זא טליפעג באה ךיא ךימ טאה'ס ןוא ןקילב עמעראוו טימ ךימ זא ,ךיז טייטשראפ .רעגיאור ןליפ טכאמעג ןייגוצסיורא ריט יד טנפעעג באה’כ ראפעב ריא וצ ןדנעוו וצ ךיז ןסעגראפ טשינ ךיא באה ןריטולאס ןוא ןקור םענעגיוצעגסיוא ןא טימ -ןשיטסישאפ םעד ןיא "!רעלטיה לייה"

רעסעב ןעוועג זיא םישזער ןשיראטילאטאט

.םיגהנמ טראס יד ןגיסעלכאנראפ וצ טשינ םעד ןכאמ וצ ןראוועג טקישעג ךיא ןיב טצעי א ןבעגעג רימ טאה'מ .טסעט ןשינכעט-אכיספּ טאה'מ ןוא ,ךאז עטיובעג ענעלאטעמ עסיוועג ןטצעל ן'זיב ןעמענעצ סע לאז ךיא טגאזעג רימ ןיא ןלעטשמאזוצ קירוצ ךאנרעד סע ןוא לייט טניואוועגוצ גידנעייז .טייצ רעטמיטשאב א ךיא באה ,םעד ןופ סטסעט ערערעווש וצ טימ .לענש ןוא טכייל רעייז טריפעגסיוא סע רעטצעל ןיימ ןעמונעגקעווא ןראוועג זיא םעד -ןרעל יד ןיא ןייגניירא ןענעק וצ טלאהפּא .ןרעמיצ

ןופ לקעפּ א ןבעגעג רימ ןעמ טאה טצעי ןעוועג ןענעז ייז ןשיווצ סאוו ,לאירעטאמ-ןרעל

ךאסא ןיוש באה’כ סאוו רעכיב עכלעזא ךיוא טשינ לאמנייק באה’כ רעבא ,ייז ןגעוו טרעהעג ןעוועג זיא ייז ןשיווצ – טלאהניא רעייז טנעקאב ךוב עשיטימעסיטנא עטמיראב-גירעיורט יד רעד" ןוא ,רעלטיה ףלאדא ןופ "ףמאק ןיימ" ןופ "טרעדנוה-ראי ןטסגיצנאווצ םענופ סאטימ רעקיטעראעט טפּיוה רעד ,גרעבנזאר דערפלא .ייטראפּ רעשיטסילאיצאס-לאנאיצאנ רעד ןופ ןעייקכרוד טפראדעג ךיא באה רעכיב ייווצ יד ,עידוטש ערעדנא עדעי יוו רעמ ,רעהפיוא ןא .ראי ראפּ עגידנעמוק יד ךשמב ןיא טגיילעגניירא גיסיילפ ךימ באה’כ ןעוו עכלעוו ,םידומיל עלאמראנ עכילנעוועג יד ןענופעג ךיא באה ,ץאלפּ ןדעי ןיא טנרעל'מ

ןגעוואב ןא ,טייהרעליטש רימ

עטנייווראפ טימ ןוא ,ןפּיל יד

:ןרערט ןייק ןא ןגיוא

ואוו ...עטאט ...עמאמ

?ריא טנעז

באה ,"דייל רימ טוט'ס"

ךיא" ,טרעפטנעעג ךיא

ףיוא ןרעפטנע טשינ ןעק

ןיב ךיא לייוו ,עגארפ ןייד

ןעוו ןיילק ראג ןעוועג ךאנ

טלעטשעגניירא ךימ טאה'מ

.טלאטשנא םימותי םעניא

ןרעטלע עניימ ןעזעג טשינ לאמנייק באה ךיא

ךיא .ךאז ןייק ייז ןגעוו טרעהעג טשינראג ןוא

."ןייטש א יוו דנלע ןיב

סיוא טקורד עכלעוו םינפּ עטסנרע ןא טימ

םעד ךיוא ןבירשעגפּארא יורפ יד טאה ,דיילטימ

.ןגיוב-עגארפ ןכילנעזרעפּ ןיימ ןיא טקאפ ןוא טקוקעגקירוצ רעטעפּש ןראי באה ךיא םיטרפּ עשלאפ יד יוזאיוו טרעדנואוועג ךיז ןבירשעגניירא ןוא – ןעמונעגנא ןראוועג ןענעז א רעדא דשח םוש ןייק ןא – ןגיוב םעניא יוזאיוו ;תמא גאז ךיא יצ ןייגרעד וצ וואורפּ עטמאאב עגנערטש יד ןשיווצ רענייק טאה ,ייצילאפּ יד יוו ,ןעארויב ענעדישראפ יד ןיא טשינ ,טייהרעכיז-ןרעניא רעדא ,אפּאטסעג ןוויכרא עשיטאטש יד ןיא ןכוזוצכאנ ןסאלשאב עקאט זיא'ס יצ ןגיטעטשאב וצ ,ענדורג ןיא ףעזאי ןעמאנ ן'טימ רענייא טראד ןבירשראפ ?שטנעמ-סקלאפ רעשטייד א ,לעירעפּ רעלופ רעייז ןופ דוס רעד ןעוועג זיא סאוו

טרעשאב טושפּ רימ זיא ?רימ ןיא יורטוצ

סאוו טונימ רעד ןופ ,למיה ןיא ט-ג ןופ ןעוועג

טשינ ,ןבעל ןביילב לאז ךיא זא ,ןריובעג ןיב ךיא ?טריסאפּ'ס סאוו הנימ אקפנ ןייק טאהעג טשינ ךיא באה ,ןטונימ ערעווש ענעי ןיא .ןעקנאדעג עכלעזא ןטכארט וצ טייצ ןייק טשינ עטמאאב עכייוו יד טאה ,לזמ ןיימ וצ .סייררעביא עלאטנעמאמ ןיימ טפּאכעגפיוא

םענעי ןיא זא ,ןלאפעגנייא טשינ ריא זיא'ס עדנריר א ןטלאהעגפּא ךיא באה קילבנגיוא ןבאה עכלעוו ,ןרעטלע עניימ ייב ךוזאב-ץילב

ואוו ץאלפּ םענופ טנאנ יוזא ןענופעג לאמא ךיז

.טצעי ךימ ןיפעג ךיא .רעטייוו ןעגנאגעג זיא ויוורעטניא רעד

."שיליופּ ןוא שיסור :ןכארפּש ךאנ ןעק ךיא ,אי"

ןעק ךיא זא טנאמרעד טשינ יאדוא באה’כ

Part 1

Many stories told about the challenge of technology often end with an open miracle, incredible salvation, or a shocking turnaround that sets everything right. Nobody tells the stories about Mesirus Nefesh that don’t necessarily culminate in a breathtaking display of Siyata Dishmaya. Nobody shares the stories when they stayed true to the Torah principles, against all odds. Nobody describes how they grappled with naysayers and fought inner wars before emerging triumphant, with their values intact.

I want to share such a story. Spoiler Alert: It does end with a miracle for which we are constantly thanking Hashem – but that is not the point of my story. I want to tell you about my determination not to drop my standards by an iota, even though everyone insisted that it was inevitable. I want to share with you the struggle and the challenge. Maybe you, too, will gather the courage to do what’s right as a result of reading about our incredible journey.

We had been married for just a year when our beautiful baby girl was born. She was born with a serious heart defect that required a complex 16-hour heart surgery by a top-notch surgeon. Extensive research, aided by dedicated medical askanim, made it very obvious that our only option was a hospital in San Francisco. We needed to get there as soon as possible.

San Francisco! In Yiddish parlance, the area was a desert. There was a Chabad shaliach nearby, but there weren’t any kosher groceries or amenities. I was headed to Silicon Valley; the breadbasket of today’s digital age. All the who’s who of social media sourced their products and labor right there.

I was at a loss. How would I get around in this uber-digital neighborhood with just my text-free flip-phone for help? It seemed impossible.

Others who had been there before me, in similar circumstances, assured me that it truly was impossible! They offered good advice. They warned me that I must take along a Smartphone – not for convenience, but for necessity. I even heard from a respected Talmud Chochom who had been there with a child. He said that he’d tried to get by without a Smartphone but he realized that it was impossible.

Transportation was the biggest issue. San Francisco didn’t have taxis roaming the streets. There weren’t any local car-service companies that you could call when you needed to get from Point A to Point B. The only option was to drive your own car. Considering that I had never gotten my license, that was obviously unrealistic.

What did non-drivers do in San Francisco? They used Lyft and Uber. Easy as pie…if you had a Smartphone, of course.

Another big hurdle was directions – or the lack thereof. Without Google Maps, how would I get around in an unfamiliar neighborhood? The contact with doctors was another sticking point. Doctors don’t call you on the telephone, nor do they invite you for a friendly chat. They use email, or – begrudgingly – text messaging.

Everything – literally everything – works via Internet. I was good and truly stuck.

But I didn’t give up – or give in.

To be continued…

עשינאפש ןעוויוא

The Day 4 Shidduchim:

Unprecedented Anticipation For Yad L’achim’s 2 Live Tu B’av Together Events This Week (Tue 8/1 & Wed 8/2)

BY: SARA MEDINA

What is the connection between Yad L’Achim, an organization that helps rescue Jewish women and children from captivity, and Tu B’Av, the most popular day for shidduchim in Klal Yisrael?

Many years ago, when Yad L’Achim began receiving calls about Jewish women trapped in Arab villages, it established a division dedicated to their liberation, as well as to the prevention of such situations. These women are often rescued with nothing more than the clothes they are wearing at the time, and Yad L’Achim helps provide them with basic necessities to begin rebuilding their lives. With Hashem’s help, many of these women have gone on to marry bnei Torah and establish Jewish homes.

But, recognizing that this isn’t always a quick or easy transition, Yad L’Achim arranged for talmidei chachamim to daven in mekomos hakedoshim such as Amuka and Meron so that these women should merit finding their shidduch. Soon, Yad L’Achim began accepting names for tefillah from Jews across the world, who wanted the talmidei chachamim to daven for them, too. And for many years, Yad L’Achim arranged for a minyan of talmidei chachamim to daven in Amuka (the resting place of the Tanna Yonasan Ben Uziel), an auspicious place to daven for a shidduch, on Tu B’Av, an auspicious day to daven for a shidduch. There never was and never will be any donation required to submit names for tefillah through Yad L’Achim.

Six years ago, with the brachah and encouragement of Rav Chaim Kanievsky

zt”l, Yad L’Achim launched Tu B’Av Together, when not only do the talmidei chachamim daven in Amuka, but Jews all across the world unite to daven for all the singles in Klal Yisrael, reciting specific kapitlach of Tehillim on Tu B’Av - Together!

There are several ways to participate in this special day.

Two inspiring, uplifting events will be livestreamed on TuBavTogether.com, both hosted by Nesanel Gantz.

The first live event will take place on

Leiner, Shulem Lemmer, Joey Newcomb, Ohad Moskowitz, Moshe Tischler & Zusha

On Wednesday, August 2 the muchanticipated live Tu B’Av Together tefillah event will begin at 10 a.m. EST and continue for several hours, broadcast in real time online at TuBavTogether.com to hundreds of thousands.

Opening remarks will be delivered by Rav Yisroel Reisman, shlita. Inspiration as well as the eight chapters of Tehillim will be led by the following rabbanim shlita: Rav David Ashear, Rav Shlomo Cynamon, Rav Eytan Feiner, Rav Dovid Goldwasser, Rav Joey Haber, Rav Sholom Kaminetsky, Rav Nissan Kaplan, Rav Paysach Krohn, Rav Berel Lazar, Rav David Ozeri, Rav Fishel Schachter, Rav Efraim Twerski, Rav Yussie Zakutinsky

the eve of Tu B’Av, Tuesday, August 1st beginning at 7:30 p.m. EST, with a full program of shidduch tips and inspiration from renowned speakers as well as musical performances from today’s leading superstars.

Speakers will include: Reb Ari & Reb Yossi Bensoussan, Dr. David Lieberman, Reb Yisroel Majeski, Reb Yonasan Schwartz

• Reb Ben Tzion Shafer • Reb Meir Sperling

• Reb Eli Stefansky

With musical performances by: Yehuda Green, Levi Falkowitz, Eitan Katz, Simcha

The following eight kapitlach will be recited: ,ב"פ ,'ע ,ח"ל ,ב"ל ח"כק ,ז"כק ,ד"כק ,א"כק - (32, 38, 70, 82, 121, 124, 127, 128)

At TuBavTogether.com, names can be submitted for tefillah for free to the minyan of talmidei chachamim in Amuka. Over the past year, Yad L’Achim has received hundreds of messages from people who got engaged since submitting their names to last year’s Tu B’Av Together tefillah. Last year, over 500,000 Jews in places as far-flung as Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Alaska, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Greece, and Argentina participated in the tefillah and live events.

To submit names for tefillah for free, download the chapters of Tehillim in advance, and watch the live events VISIT WWW.TUBAVTOGETHER.COM OR CALL YAD L’ACHIM (24/6) AT 1-866-923-5224.

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Cartoon Corner

A person once came into the Sanzer Ruv, and asked him. “What is the difference between Avroham Aveinu and you?”

The Sanzer Ruv answered him with a Mushel.

A king had 2 people who worked for him. A wood chopper and an advisor. The wood chopper worked for 12 hours of the day for the king. The advisor only spent 2 hours of the day with the king. Who is more important to the king? Who does the king get more out of? Of course, the advisor.

“The same is the difference between Avroham Aveinu and me. I could try to do things all day, but Avroham Aveinu was the advisor….”

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An Idaho man with more than 250 Guinness World Records to his name attempted to break another record by balancing an umbrella on his finger for 3 hours, 46 minutes and 16 seconds. He said some of the largest obstacles to breaking the record for longest duration balancing an umbrella on one finger were overcoming fatigue and the monotony of standing and sitting still during his attempt.

“To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you.”

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Are you seeking a well-paying job in a social, heimishe environment? Join our driven team today. Must be responsible and have excellent phone and writing skills. Excellent pay and benefits. Grads welcome! Send resume to greatofficeopportunity@gmail.com

BOOKKEEPER Yeled V`Yalda BP, seeking qualified candidate will have excellent time management skills, detail-oriented, computer literate, comfortable with MS Word & excel, salary range: $40,000.$45,000. Email: jobs@yeled.org

Call:718-686-2422

Chassidishe girls school in BP seeking an English elementary assistant, graduates pref. Call: 347-678-3721

Fragrance wholesaler seeking assistant/team member, previous office exp pref, knowledge of word, excel, outlook & proficient typing skills are necessary, great pay with paid training prov.

Co-teacher for Yiddish speaking playgroup with & without 90 credits towards BA for Sept, small class! Call: 646-413-2039

Email resume to: jobsarbet@gmail.com

Are you the type that gets things done?

Seeking an efficient & energetic individual motivated to ace an impactful role as firstlevel support to the director, OPWDD exp pref but not req, great computer & communication skills req, Tremendous, long-term potential. Email resume to: cfisher@hamaspikkings.org

BP Bookkeeping Office seeking F/T account managers. Great environment, multi-girl office. We will train. Team@ringelco.com

BP busy multi girl office looking to hire a secretary to process orders & customer service, will train M-T 10-5pm, Fri 10-1pm

Email: job.wmd123@gmail.com/ Call: 347-782-7545

COACH BUS DRIVERS

Seeking coach bus drivers immediately for Brooklyn/Monroe bus route, CDL class A or class B, exp only, F/T or P/T, great pay also in the Catskills July & Aug Call: 718-963-1495 Ext. 102

Email to: coachbus@gmail.com

Daycare in BP seeking Yiddish speaking teacher, min 90 credits. Call: 718-541-4007

FRONT DESK REP & FEMALE LIFEGUARD

Needed at YVY Fitness center during women`s hours Sun year-round, front desk applicant should be computer literate, friendly, patient & energetic. Apply by sending resume to: fitness@yeled.org/ Call: 718-686-2404

Lv clear msg with number & email.

Girls school in BP seeking teacher for upper elementary with at least one-year exp.

Email: resumes5783@gmail.com

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Yeled V`Yalda Head Start Seeking Assistant Teachers, wonderful work envir, great pay, exp with children, responsible & ability to multitask. Email resume to: RAbelsky@yeled.org Call: 718-686-3501

Att new grads! & post-seminary students! Position avail in heimishe office in BP, seeking a F/T secretary w/comp knowledge & Whatsapp access, QB knowledge a+. serious inq to: NMdistributions@yahoo.com

Bais Yaakov of Boro Park is seeking Assistants to Computer Teacher. Email resume: bjbp.computer.room@gmail.com

BP office seeking F/T insurance secretary w/potential for growth, quick learner, ability to multi-task, comp knowledge, great comm & follow-up skills, grads welcome. Joboffer1249@gmail.com

BP Real Estate office seeking to hire a project manager assistant, great pay & growth potential. Email resume to: jabowitz@beitel.com

BP retail store seeks F/T secretary. Must be organized & computer savvy. Email resume to: nj1565@aol.com

Busy office in BP Looking to hire F/T secretary, multitask, have good communication skills.

Email resume to: officejob2327@gmail.com

F/T & P/T assistant teacher school year 23/24 stimulating, dynamic envir training oppor, competitive salary. Email: info.pathwaystudycenter@gmail.com

F/T Secretary position avail in a Yeshiva admin office, great envir, nice pay.

Fax: 347-592-2088

Email: lk@torahvodaath.org

FEMALE PARAS

BP & Flatbush, F/T or P/T, special rate for late, afternoon/eve, hours, pay ranges $22$35 per hr, commensurate with exp. Call: 718.686.2376

Email: para@yeled.org

For the 2023-2024 school year special Ed girls' school in Brooklyn Seeking F/T teacher assistants great work envir, competitive pay. Call: 718-534-8711/ Email resume: schooljobs2023@gmail

GREAT JOB FOR WOMEN

Amazing F/T opportunity for women to work in an ABA clinic in Kensington/BP, pay $22-$30, per hour. Must be able to work from 9:00 am-4:30 pm.

Call/Text: 917-968-2292

HARMONY SERVICES IS HIRINGSeminary grads welcome! Great envir, excellent location, enjoy a supportive work envir, seeking supervision for SLP, OT, ABA? Take advantage of our on-site supervision oppor.

Email resume to: Reception1467@harmonyservices.org

Head start seeking nursery teachers in Williamsburg for the upcoming school year with/without 90 + credits.

Call/Lv msg: 718-218-5511

HEADSTART TEACHER YVY Head Start Williamsburg Immediate teaching position avail for 4-5 year old class, minimum 90 credits required, great pay, fringe Benefits. Call: 718-514-8925/ 718-909-9473

Hebrew-speaking young customer service rep entry-level, position in BP. Email: aestheticsinternationalinc@gmail.com

Heimish BP multi girl office seeking a F/T female secretary, great envir, great pay. Email resume: resumessfs@gmail.com

LEAD TEACHER FOR EARLY HEAD-START

Yeled V'Yalda Early Head-Start Williamsburg seeking a warm & enthusiastic teacher, Positive & friendly envir, great benefits, P/T, college credits & BA a plus. Call: 917-940-2310/ 718-514-8968/ Email resume to: HHalberstam@yeled.org

Now hiring a devoted special ed classroom teacher for the 23-24 school year, small class Sz, excellent training, supportive envir. Resumes@yadyisroelschool.org/ Call: 718-650-6400

Now hiring exp p3 & BA providers to work in an after-school cente, well paid! Cgross@powerhourny.org

SECRETARY WANTED

Yeled V'Yalda Headstart Williamsburg is looking to hire a secretary, must have good computer skills, & proficient in the English language, hr Mon 9-3 & Fridays 9-11:30. June grads will be considered. If you are interested in having an interviewCall Mrs.Landa at: 347-224-1575

Looking for a middle-aged companion to accompany a bubby to the mountains for the month of August, salary + room & board.

Reference req.

Call: 347-731-9919

Now hiring F/T paras to work F/T in a special education school for the 23-24 school year, supportive & heimish envir, trans provided. Resumes@yadyisroelschool.org

Seeking a skilled Junior Purchasing Manager to join our team, you will be resp for overseeing all aspects of procurement and supply chain management within our org.

Email Resume to: careers@blvs.com

Heimishe school in BP seeking bus teacher for AM route, competitive pay. Email: Resumes5783@gmail.com

Looking for a sales lady in a clothing boutique, great pay, afternoon hours from Sun-Thurs.

Call/Text: 917-592-2385

Nurtury Daycare is looking for teachers & assistants for our new location opening in Sep, high school diploma or 90 credits req, great pay & benefits. 347-687-8879/ Email resume: office@nurturycenter.com

Seeking assistant for a cute bringdown activity going to day camps. Call: 646-721-6784 / 718-972-9109

Help us build better futures. Hamaspik of Kings County's maintenance dep seeks an exp secretary to manage a variety of tasks. F/T position, stimulating environment, great pay & benefits. Contact: orubin@hamaspikkings.org

Looking for F/T or P/T Yiddish speaking playgroup assistant/ co-teacher, well paid.

Call: 347-486-1327

OFFICE POSITION YVY

Early head start BP is looking to fill an office position 22-25 hours weekly, the ideal candidate has: strong admin abilities, previous office exp, excellent communication skills, the ability to develop strategies, attention to detail. Email to: ehsjob@yeled.org

PLAYGROUP TEACHERS

Seeking F/T daycare teachers & assistance with or without BA, great Call: 929-356-9988/ Email resume to: hire@littlerosesdaycare.com

Seeking P/T AM assistant for small prenursery class, starting from 8:30, excellent salary.

Call: 848-326-8287

Insurance agency now hiring motivated agents/brokers, excellent communication skills needed!

Email Resume: Joboffer1249@gmail.com

Looking to hire smart, personable & confident 12th-grade graduate, for customer service rep/phone orders, great people skills & fast computer work is a must!

Flexible hours avail, good pay!

Email resume to: kjobresume@gmail.com

Heimishe playgroup in willi seeking for Sep, playgroup teachers & assistant teachers, great pay, very punctual weekly, will train. no degree req. Call: 917-763-2178

Popular non-profit looking for F/T customer service rep, must have strong communication skills, be friendly, organized & tech savvy. Microsoft Office a must. Email resume to: office@chasdeilev.org

Seeking pre-nursery teacher, F/T or P/T, am, great envir. morahjob321@gmail.com

Special Ed Yeshiva in Brooklyn seeks PM ASSISTANT, warm supportive envir, competitive salary. Email resume: jcse1760@gmail.com

Kiruv school in Brooklyn looking for assistant teacher for morning hours.

Email resume to: resumeformorah@gmail.com

Local busy salon looking for a secretary, must be able to multi-task, super organized, work with a team & provide customer service.

Email resume to: Info@tobywigsalon.com

Milestones Early Intervention is seeking an efficient secretary with great communication skills, join a warm, supportive office envir & enjoy great pay & benefits.

Email resumes to: milestones@hamaspikkings.org/ Call: 718-387-8400 x 637

Now Hiring! devoted female assistant for the upcoming year in chassidish boys preschool.

Call/Lv msg: 929-722-0012

PRESCHOOL TEACHERS Sep 2023 opening: Yeled V’Yalda Project REACH seeking Yiddish-speaking preschool teachers to work afternoons & Sundays in the BP area to service children in their homes, high paying position $28,000- $32,000 annually with lots of flexibility, must have HS diploma, preschool exp a plus. Email resume to: mhersh@yeled.org

SPEECH THERAPIST

Seeking a Speech Therapist for Sep In BP at enhanced rate. Call: 917-968-2292

Seeking a secretary for our transportation dep, F/T, excellent pay & benefits, beginners welcome. Email resume to: steichman@hamaspikkings.org Steichman@hamaspikkings.org

STATEN ISLAND FAMILY WORKER

Enjoy checking off lists & multitasking?

Enjoy the perks of working locally! Seeking a FULL time & PART time Family Worker.

Microsoft Office & Basic computer knowledge req, salary begins at $31,000+ depending on credentials, great benefits.

Email: HRubinstein@Yeled.org

Call: 718-514-8865

Day Hab

STATEN ISLAND LEAD TEACHER Seeking a warm & enthusiastic exp Lead Teacher for 4-5 years old. Positive & friendly envir, great benefits, min. 90 credits & above salary $41,600.-$68,652.

Email: HRubinstein@yeled.org

Call: 718-514-8865

SUPERVISOR P/T

Yeled V’Yalda early head start BP seeks P/T supervisor for our weekly Mommy & me groups, candidate must have exp working with children or families in the community, admin abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, & leadership qualities, HS/EHS exp a plus, will train.

Email to: homebased@yeled.org

TEACHER ASSISTANTS

Yeled V`Yalda early head start BP, seeking F/T, teacher assistants for Sep, excellent salary & benefits, childcare incl. Email resume to: hdembinsky@yeled.org

Teaching position avail for general studies, Pre-1A assistant & 4th grade teacher. Email resume to: elementary@torahvodaath.org

Yiddish speaking playgroup looking for a co-teacher, for the upcoming school year.

Call: 718-972-3867

SUMMER JOBS

2nd half camp counselor positions avail for chassidish girls sleepaway program, exp a must.

Call: 929-254-0080 Ext 402

2nd half-day camp counselor positions avail, chassidish girls integrated sp-ed program, exp pref, 11th grade & up, well paid, youth corp oppor avail.

Email: hr@yesodeibina.org

2nd half mother’s helper position in camp upstate, well-paid, located in Camp Chayei Sura.

Call: 929-254-0080 Ext 402

ABA COUNSELOR

Amazing summer oppor!

Working as an ABA Counselor In BP & Upstate.

Call/Text: 917-968-2292

Looking for a geshmake girl for 2nd half summer, to be an assistant for a playgroup, F/T, 11th & high 50's.

Call: 347-585-4965

Looking for an assistant in a heimishe playgroup for 2nd half, girls welcome.

Call: 347-672-3139

JOB WANTED

Avail to work as a babysitter, substitute, day camp or playgroup, Wed & Mon 9:00-5:00, Thurs 2:30- 8:00. Tuesday 6:00-9:00, exp & resp. Call: 347-940-2395 or 631-829-4153

I am avail to work pref-from pref from home P/T, pick up phones, telemarketing, fundraising, & other minor tasks, bilingual, & avail to help old lady for a few hours.

Call/Lv Msg: 718-755-8402

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

1000 pairs of colorful ankle socks!

3 projector screens!

4 small projectors!

Everything new in box for $500

Call/Text: 347-977-0600

Beautiful women's Ebel watch! New, great price, $3,800, orig over $5,000.

Lv msg/Text: 718-675-6093

Black Maxi Cosi car seat with the base, $150. Call: 929-276-5736

Brand new in box beginners keyboard, includes stand, adjustable bench,

music rest & microphone, $100.

Call/Text: 914-299-0058

We are currently seeking an exp and detail-oriented accounts receivable manager to join our team. As an AR Manager, you will be resp for overseeing all aspects of accounts receivable, incl managing the billing process, collections, & maintaining strong relationships with clients. Email your resume to: goodpayingjobs@outlook.com

A heimish day camp with a great envir is looking for counselors for August.

Call: 347-564-2424

Chassidishe girls day camp looking for girls grades 7-11 as assistants for August. 718-419-8167

•Bikes, used, for ages 2-12, many adult mountain bikes, cheap, MUST come to see.•Adult scooter, electric, Hiboy & Razor E300, used little, make an offer, Call only to make appoint: 718-676-5960

Parent's Choice Diapers Sz 4, 124 ct, $19.99.

Call:347-856-7061

Brand new Kate Spade blk heels SZ 7 Call or Text 347-977-1348

Brand new little creative factory sz 4 & 6 girls bathing suit runs small. 718-753-9989

We are looking for partnership with someone with exp in farmers, markets & free markets, mega $$ partnership avail. Call/Lv msg: 718-576-4511

Yeshiva seeking P/T secretary

Monday-Thursday from 2-5:30, Sundays from 9-3.

Email resume: secretaryjob04@gmail.com

Daycare positions avail! Heimeshe daycare in BP seeking warm resp yiddish speaking teacher /co teacher/babysiters for Sep, stunning place amazing envir.

Call: 347-374-1807

Head Counselor/Assistant director for Sped integrated chassidish girls camp program, 2nd half, exp. pref. Call: 929-254-0080 Ext 402

3 E-90 pink/black e-scooter brand new in box, orig, $179, each, take all 3 for $425, P/U in BP. Call: 718-234-4124

Brand new Sz L black alo bomber jacket, never worn due to wrong size.

Call/Text: 718-753-9989

Heimishe day camp in BP looking for counselors for 2nd half, 8th grade & up, out of school/ married. Call: 718-951-4081

33" & 39 '"hi risers full sets- top/bottom bed, optional mattresses. Call: 718-851-1546 photos upon request: el7777@gmail.com

Beautiful black mink coat, approx Sz 2-4-6.

Lv msg/Text: 718-675-6093

Bugaboo Cameleon, very good cond, accepting offers.

Call/Text: 347-831-6021

Bugaboo donkey, with 2 bassinets & 2 seats, $1000, baby bassinet for yoyo stroller aqua color, great price. Call: 347-661-5276

Deep

WOODRIDGE

Fully renovated & up to date air conditioned & heated worth 2 pools, swing set, playgrounds, on approx 15 acres of grass.

3 HOUSES:

• 2 bdrm/1 bth this just has a kitchen (no dining room or washer dryer),

• 3bdrm/2 bths

• 5bdrm/2bth. Linen & towels incl Can be rented together or separately.

For more

Call 718.215.1609 ext 103 or email Woodridgehousesforrent@ gmail.com. or visit us online & see pics at www.yasharmanagement.com

GEMACHIM

Advocacy Therapy Services

Advocate to assist w/ obtaining P3, SETSS, SEIT or related therapy services. 551-236-3578

Baby Bassinet Gemach

Call for availability.

347-228-9222

Baby Bassinet Gemach

Beautiful brass iron baby bassinet for your simcha.

646-493-4338

Baby Bassinet Gemach

ה”ע םייח ’ר תב לסיז הנח נ”על

ה”ע ’ירא ’יעמש ’ר ןב יבצ בקעי נ”על Williamsburg. 718-237-8715

Baby Gemach (BP)

Car seats, Snap & Go stroller, Pack ‘n Play, white bassinet for newborns. 718-854-6829

Baby Carrier Gemach

Baby Bjorn-great for vacation & touring. 718-809-9707

Baby Gemach

Segula for easy birth from the Kuznitzer Magid. 917-514-9461

Baby Formula Gemach

Donate / receive baby formula.

718-782-5145

Baby Formula Gemach

Donate / receive Neocate baby formula.

Leave Message: 347-385-9188

Baby Scale Gemach

In Williamsburg. Text: 347-675-9509

Baby Scale Gemach

718-435-5257

Baby Scale Gemach

Located in BP.

718-633-9266 or 718-473-5268

Babysitter Shadchan

List of females, HS+ who babysit eves in Flatbush/BP. Babysitters get paid reg rate. Text/WhatsApp to add yourself to list or if you need a babysitter: 732-663-9606

Bentcher Gemach

Bentchers for simchas, no fee.

בקעי םהרבא ’ר תב ליטאמ אשאס נ”על

718-972-8181

Luxury Folding Beds & Airbeds

405-345-6831

Bilkelech Gemach

Fresh heimishe bilkelech, הלח

אשטנעה םירמ ת- לחר ש”פרל .ןעמונעג 347-228-9222

Bigdei Malchus is here to provide bachurim & yungeleit in need with a warm winter coat.

ה”ע קחצי ’ר תב הכלמ הנח ליכער נ”על Call: 917-204-6838/ Email: bigdeimalchus@gmail.com

Boot Gemach

Children boots. Donate gently used children’s boots. 718-435-7848

LAIBEL’S GEMACH BRAND NEW PACK & PLAYS FOR NEWBORNS

Bridal Chuppah Card Gemach Call: 347-885-5114

Bridal Chuppah Tefillos

Laminated tefillos for chuppa. 718-854-1223 or 917-974-0690

Bridal Shoe/Sneaker Rental

All sizes. Many styles. White/ black. 917-936-8997

Bridal Shoe Gemach

Dance in comfort. White wedge sneakers. Free. Call/Text: 718-755-8105

Bridal Shoe Gemach White kallah shoes. Free. 718-435-1950 or 201-686-1764

Bridal Yom Hachupah Gemach

Seder Yom Hachuppah in Yiddish now avail in BP. 718-435-3492

Bridal Yom Hachupah -Kol Tefilos Gemach

Bris Gemach

Take away yellowness of baby before bris, Segula stone avail to be used 4 days before bris. 718-710-8483

Bris Gemach

Cards w/ tefilah to be mispalel while baby cries which is ais ratzon. 718-510-5521

Bris Gemach Free Mohel 347-383-5696

Bris Gemach

Chusheva Mohel. Free of charge. Will pay for seudas bris. 347-447-9947

Bris Gemach Free Mohel service for people in need. Lv msg will return call same day: 646-637-5092

Bris Gemach Chasdei Zev Bris outfit & pillow free of charge. 917-607-3914

Car Seat Gemach

Clothing Gemach

Seeking ladies clothing, linen, towels, wigs, cz jewelry etc. Helping out Almanos, Kallahs & all those in need!

Please Call: 929-276-2404

Coat Rack Gemach Zichron Shlome

Coat racks to lend for any occasion. 718-854-0900

Doona Gemach

Brklyn. Doona avail for medical reason/short period of time. Call: 260-366-6293

Doula - Dona Certified Min fee. רתסא תב לטראצ המלש האופרל 917-627-3282 הכלמ

Doula Services

Exp, extra special price. לחר נ”על ה”ע םחנמ לאומש תב Call: 718-781-5385

Dr. Sarno Book Gemach

Box Gemach

Borrow 100 cardboard boxes for moving. for books, dishes & clothing. 347-962-1509 / yachnesy@gmail.com

Baby Spica Cast Gemach Pillow & bean bag chair. 718-288-2279

Bridal Accessory Gemach

Gorgeous headpieces, veils, dektichlach. Min cost. BP. 347-680-1701

Bridal Chuppah Card Gemach

Beautiful Tefillah cards for a Chuppah. Free. Kensington. 347-675-0096

Bridal Gemach

Crowns, veils, long veils & dektich, shoes, petticoats. Min fee. 718-551-8714

Bridal Headpiece Gemach

Beautiful selection, Flatbush. 718-737-1844

Bridal Cape Gemach

Beautiful mink capes. White for kallah. Black for mother. Free Will: 718-387-7122/347-5816400

BP: 718-633-3659/917-683-5557

Bridal Cape Gemach

Brand new luxurious fur capes for chuppah. ’ר ןב ’ירא ’ר ח”הרה נ”על

הבצנת השמ ר”רה תב רתסא ’וזו חספ 718-633-8261

Bridal Cape Gemach

Cape & headcover set for chuppah & mitzvah tanz. Lace & fur, $20. 718-438-6250

Bridal Cape Gemach

Lace (x fur), white & off-white capes for chuppah / mitzvah

tantz. BP: 718-782-2869

Williamsburg: 718-599-0224

Bridal Cape Gemach

Luxurious white fur capes, fresh for chuppah. Black fur capes avail for mother. 718-437-2873

Bridal Cape Gemach

White fur capes for chuppah. 718-218-8124

Beautiful tefilos pamphlet to rent for the Chuppah. Donations to Yad Batya L’kallah. Rochel: 718-258-0415 Chaya: 718-986-0594

Bridal Yom Hachupah Gemach Machzor Lyom Hachuppah. Nusach Sfard & Ashkenaz. 718-837-8853

Bridal Yom Hachupah Gemach

BP, Seder Yom Hachupa for Kallahs. 718-972-1892

Briefcase Gemach

Grt cond & washed clean. Drop off anytime: 940 45th St.

For P/U, Call: 718-436-0936

Bris Gemach Complete package. Lv Msg/Text: 347-461-4925

Bris Gemach

Beautiful bris outfit, poya, pillow & tefillos. Delivery & P/U in BP only. Call/Text: 347-244-2065

Bris Gemach

Beautiful bris set. Washed. Stunning vach nacht outfit. 718-633-3659 or 917-683-5557

Bris Gemach

Bris pillow from the holy Harav Kanievsky. 646-492-9952

Bris Gemach

Bris outfits & pillow. Flatbush. 917-838-2191

Bris Gemach

New bris pillow & outfit. 718-435-0664

Bris Gemach

Poyas, pillows, bris outfits. BP: 718-435-7221-15th & 57th

BP: 718-871-5467-12th & 41st Williamsburg: 718-599-5508

Bris Gemach

Nice poyas, pillows & suits for bris. 718-871-7902

Bris Zichron Mordechai Gemach

Bris outfit w/ pillow. Tefillah for bris. Pidyon Haben outfit. Much more. Call/Text: 347-794-1278

לדניירבו יבצ ןורכז ח”מג

Front seat occupants & children under 16 in front/back seats must buckle up. Children under 8 must be buckled in appropriate child restrained system. It’s the law. דאמ םתרמשנו Williamsburg: 718-384-4622

Monroe: 845-774-2425

BP: 917-468-7557

Car Seat Gemach

Zichron Gedalya השמ ן- ’ילדג נ”על Car, infants & booster seats. 718-438-5451

CCC Crohn’s Colitis Coalition

A div of Chaim Medical Resource. Counseling, referrals, seminars, SCD food gemach & more. Free shiurim, chizuk, news, updates, valuable resources. 718-480-5555

Chair & Table Gemach

Call or Text: 347-452-0442

Chair & Table Gemach

םולש רוא ח”מג F7Folding tables, 24 chairs, coat racks. 718-431-0851

Chair Gemach

12 Chairs to lend. Williamsburg. 718-802-9755

Chair-Up Gemach

10 Comfortable black folding chairs. No charge. Call: 718-853-4966

Challah Cover Gemach 347-385-4491

Chavrusa Gemach

Donate 10% of your time, volunteer to be a chavrusa w/ homebound yid. BP/Williamsburg/Flatbush. 718-438-7871 / Eve: 718-6922898

Children Clothing Gemach Brand new with tags, $3-5/ piece. Donations/PU: 917-7894395

Chocolate Mold Gemach BP: 718- 972-4768 Williamsburg: 718-522-3445

Clothing Gemach

Donate clothes, shoes, linens. Great cond only. Call/Text/ WhatsApp: 347-816-6406

Book has helped thousands heal from backache, eczema, stomach issues, etc. 347-461-7330

Hat Gemach

Beautiful, updated hats for simchas, small fee. Donate elegant hats. 347-351-1604

Flood Gemach

Dehumidifiers & commercial wet vacs. Flatbush. Call/Text: 347-628-3109

Furniture Gemach

Accepting: furniture, appliances, housewares, kitchens, vanities, fixtures, outdoor furniture, toys, food, flowers, clothing. Whatsapp 917-361-8268

Furniture & Appliance Gemach

Menadvim - donate & receive furniture, appliances, toys & more.

718-MENADVIm (636-2384)

Glassware Gemach

יולה ךורב ן- ףסוי רזעילא השמו והילא נ”על Fruit & salad bowls, cake trays, mirror trays, vases, tea lights, candy dishes, cookie jars & plates. Glass shelves. 718-854-3017

Hairstyling Gemach

All occasions. Free. Lv Msg/Text: 347-948-5701

Hair Styling Gemach

Professional. For kallah & family. Min cost. Henny: 718-851-9058

Hospital Tznius Nightgown Gemach 347-786-2330

Hospital Bed Capes

To be worn over a hospital gown.

Williamsburg: 718-852-7477

BP: 718-438-1882

Hospital Gown Gemach Bensonhurst. 718-259-0143

Hospital Gown Gemach

Chasdei Miriam. 2 hospital gown styles.

15th & 51st: 718-853-3187

12th & 54th: 718-871-3741

13th & 38th: 718-633-2392

19th & 50th: 718-951-1892

TEXT 212-444-2546

Campers in the Pupa camp in Swan Lake collect funds to send a public school boy to yeshiva through the Nechomas Yisroel organization. A moving moment when the boy visited the campers to thank them in person for his opportunity to attend yeshiva

Vort in Courts of Koson, Chaliov, Woodridge and Semihei

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OUR MAIN BUS TERMINAL IN THE CATSKILLS IS FOR OUR CUSTOMERS ONLY!

Located off Exit 107 on Bridgeville Rd. 301 Bridgeville Rd., Monticello NY 12701

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For a full Bus Schedule to & from the Catskills:

Ask our drivers at the bus stop Call 24 hours 718.599.5040 option 2

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Bentzi, her husband, wouldn’t let her. While Mindy was embarrassed to be the one who could afford what everyone else could only dream of, Bentzi was thrilled with their new opportunities. He insisted on buying her lavish gifts and bought himself a gleaming Tesla to drive.

It was Bentzi who’d insisted on furnishing their summer home to the highest standard, enjoying every last opulent touch. Including the vase that Shia had broken today, which Mindy had pushed out of her mind.

Mindy couldn’t object to Bentzi’s grand style, but it didn’t mean she had to show it off to her sisters.

“You think that they’ll really enjoy coming here?”

“What’s there not to enjoy about our gorgeous grounds, a fabulous pool, and fresh air?” Bentzi asked rhetorically. “If you’re scared it will be too hard for you to cook, just call me tomorrow and tell me what to buy. I’ll head to Gourmet before I leave the city and buy out the takeout.”

Mindy didn’t miss the touch of glee in Bentzi’s tone. He found it fun to splurge on delicacies. When Mindy didn’t answer right away, Bentzi grew concerned. “Is there a reason that you don’t want to invite her?” he asked, trying to sound solicitous. “Did you have a fight or something?”

“No, not at all!” Mindy protested. “Okay, let me call her and see if she wants to come.”

“I don’t know why you’re so unsure if she’ll want,” Bentzi said as they hung up. Maybe they’ll feel out of place, Mindy thought. In surroundings where even Mindy sometimes felt inadequate, with a social life that revolved so much around things, wouldn’t Fraidy feel insecure?

With Mindy’s new circumstances, it was a social circle that Mindy was growing comfortable in, although she wasn’t quite fully confident in her own skin yet.

Mindy thought of her self-assured older sister and she stifled a chuckle. Who was she kidding? Fraidy would have all of Mindy’s new friends wrapped around her thumb in an instant. Fraidy had never needed things to bolster her status. She gained popularity in an instant.

There was no reason to be concerned about Fraidy fitting in. It was Mindy who was afraid

of not fitting in.

Of not quite fitting in with the haves just yet, but of leaving her family so far behind that she didn’t fit in with them either.

“Did you call Fraidy yet?” Bentzi called later, after he finished work, to ask her.

“No,” Mindy admitted. “Not yet.”

“It’s pretty late in the week to invite someone for Shabbos,” Bentzi said in a tone of reproach.

“I know,” Mindy said.

Bentzi was quiet, trying to figure out what was going on with his wife.

“Don’t you think that if we have the ability to share a little of what we were given, it’s only the right thing to do it?” Bentzi asked rhetorically.

Mindy pondered his words.

That we were given, he’d said.

It wasn’t about her, because none of this was hers. She’d been granted it for now, either for a while or for a short time. But as long as she was in possession of this grant, it was up to her to use it right.

There was no need for embarrassment, because it wasn’t hers to begin with. It was only hers to share.

“I’ll call Fraidy,” Mindy said to her husband. Bentzi was thrilled to hear it.

“Hi Fraidy,” Mindy said as soon as her sister picked up. “I was wondering if you want to join us for Shabbos this week. One of my friends is leaving early, and her bungalow is being empty for Shabbos.”

“That sounds like a dream,” Fraidy said in delight. “We’d love to come and spend Shabbos with you in the country!”

Her sister’s obvious pleasure warmed Mindy. “We’ll make sure it is a dream for you,” she said. “Mommy told me you’ve been working too hard. So when you come here, you’re being under strict orders to rest up and enjoy every second to the fullest. Got it?”

And Mindy, your orders are the same, she admonished herself again. To enjoy every bit of what she had without worrying how it reflected on herself.

Got it, Mindy? She asked herself.

When she found a smile on her lips as she thought of the upcoming Shabbos with her sister, she was pretty sure she had. •

all week.

“How are Fraidy and Chavi doing?” she asked. All her siblings had stayed in the city, as Mindy herself had all the years that she was growing up. If the whole truth could be told, Mindy missed her sisters like crazy. And since the whole truth could never, ever be admitted aloud, Mindy would only acknowledge to herself that she was a bit jealous of them. Bentzi would be scandalized if she expressed any such sentiment about her sisters who were so much less well off. So Mindy wouldn’t say it.

But she couldn’t say it to her worried mother either. Nor did she feel comfortable admitting it to her sisters, who, although not poor by any means, all worked very hard to cover their budgets. Mindy had been cast into the lucky position of the rich sister, but for some reason, it didn’t feel lucky to her at all.

“Fraidy works very hard all week,” her mother said, the concern back in her voice full-force. “She and Duvid are both out of the house a whole day, and the kids are in day camp. By the time she comes home, she’s exhausted. I told her she must take a vacation.”

“Why doesn’t she do that?”

“She says she used up all her vacation days on her midwinter vacation, and she in any case doesn’t have the energy to plan a vacation now,” her mother said.

Mindy hesitated. Toby had confirmed that her bungalow was going to be empty for Shabbos, and that Mindy was welcome to use it to invite family.

Not that Mindy had been planning to invite anyone. She’d just checked, because Bentzi would have wanted her to.

She couldn’t invite her sister to see the luxury she was living in this summer. Could she?

“And how’s Chavi doing?” Mindy asked instead.

“She loves it here, Baruch Hashem,” her mother said. “Now that she cut her hours by her job, she has the whole afternoon off until the kids come home from day camp. She’s also looking forward to going up to her mother-in-law’s bungalow for two weeks in the second half. I’m happy for her.”

Mindy was, too.

Her mother began talking about her sister’s kids and the witticisms she’d recently overheard. Mindy sipped her iced coffee

thoughtfully.

Her sister probably wouldn’t even want to come up to Mindy for Shabbos, she rationalized. Fraidy had told her she was happy staying in the city, without the bugs and the dirt. And knowing her sister’s finicky nature, Fraidy probably hadn’t been exaggerating.

But what if she could offer her sister a stateof-the-art summer home to stay in for a Shabbos, in the clean, well-kept grounds of Summerview Cottages?

Would Fraidy say no?

There was no way to know unless Mindy made the offer. ***

When Bentzi called during his lunch break, she told him about the latest developments. “I don’t even get your question,” Bentzi said, and his puzzled tone showed he meant it. “Of course you should invite your sister for Shabbos! Why are you even thinking twice about it? I think Duvid will be happy to come join the chevrah for shalosh seudos, and I know how much you love to hang out with your sisters all the time. Weren’t you just saying the other day how the kids miss their cousins?”

It was all true, and Mindy was tempted. But when she pictured leading her sister into her fully-outfitted summer home, with every amenity that Bentzi had insisted they install, she felt her stomach curl up into a twist. She’d be so embarrassed. Fraidy would go home and rave to all her sisters and sisters-inlaw about Mindy’s stunning summer cottage. Once again, Mindy would become the odd one out, the one no one was quite sure how to talk to because her husband Bentzi had “made it” in business.

Mindy worked hard all year to keep the differences in their status carefully camouflaged. Their home in the city had been built before Bentzi’s business took such a quantum leap to success, so there wasn’t that much of a difference between her home and that of her siblings’. Their kids went to the same schools and wore the same uniforms, and though Mindy dressed her kids very well, there was no glaring difference between the cousins.

She would have stayed even more low-key, except she couldn’t.

way not to have to sit out in the circle with all the other ladies every morning. There was a limit to how much she could handle their socializing.

“Good,” Chani said imperiously. “I’m waiting on my front porch.”

Mindy checked Sarala’s diaper and strapped her into the Joolz stroller. Sarala kvetched as she secured the straps.

“Come Sarala, want to go on a walk with Mommy and see some birdies?”

Mention of the birdies worked wonders as Sarala bounced up and down in glee, her chubby cheeks wobbling in delight.

“Oh my, I love that outfit on her!” Chani said as soon as she caught sight of Mindy. Apparently, she’d gotten impatient enough to come out of her comfy bungalow and wait outside. “Where did you get it?”

“The Red Balloon,” Mindy said. And she had spent the equivalent of her mother’s weekly salary on it. But it was okay, because the romper was absolutely adorable. Even Mommy had admired it, even though Mindy would never tell her how much it cost.

“Totally love,” Chani said, as they turned up the road heading out of the bungalow colony. Mindy let herself feel a sense of satisfaction. Chani’s compliments didn’t usually flow so easily.

“So, what do you think I should do about our summer pictures?” Chani asked. They always started at a slower pace that allowed for talking, but by the time they reached the top of the first hill, they’d both be panting too hard to make conversation. “I don’t know who to use, and my kids have like, nothing to wear. I don’t know why I always forget that we need photography clothes for the summer when I’m shopping. You could think I don’t take these pictures every year.” Mindy hmmed, and Chani was content to go on.

“But my main issue this summer is that my Gitty is so hard,” Chani shook her head. “It’s a good thing I found this mother’s helper arrangement. I would not manage having her home with me every day. Gitty is also the reason I haven’t had any guests yet this summer. I couldn’t think about it.”

Chani’s last few words came out stilted, as the two of them started to inch up the incline. Mindy didn’t bother answering as she

concentrated on climbing the mountain. Most of their walk passed in silence, with the occasional comment from Mindy to Sarala. It was only on the way down that Chani began another conversation.

“I heard that the Bergers are going home early, before first half finishes. They’re not being here next Shabbos,” Chani said. “You heard anything from Toby?”

“No,” Mindy said, though she wondered why Toby hadn’t told her anything. It was a pity Toby was going home early. Mindy had enjoyed her company.

“One minute. She’s leaving her bungalow empty?”

“Well, I think her brother’s coming up for second half, but it’s probably being empty over Shabbos. Why?”

“Just curious,” Mindy said. There went her excuse of not having enough space. Instead of cramming her own kids and her sister’s family into her four bedrooms, she could let her sister stay comfortably at Toby’s bungalow. ***

“Hi, sheifela, how are you?” Her mother’s voice was always concerned, even when everything was wonderful. Mindy wondered if she’d get to be like that too one day.

Ensconced on her couch and surrounded by central air, with Sarala in the baby bouncer close by, Mindy was able to answer the question easily.

“Terrific! It’s gorgeous up here in the mountains. Me and Bentzi are enjoying the house so much now that it’s completely finished. Last year it was nice, but because it was our first time here, we were still getting used to it. This year, we can really enjoy it.”

Mindy looked around her summer home again as she spoke. If Mommy would only see what Mindy meant by finished…her mother probably didn’t even dream that such finishings could be in evidence in her own daughter’s second house.

“Wonderful,” her mother said, and the note of concern decreased a bit. “I’m so happy to hear you’re enjoying yourself. You both deserve it. Bentzi works so hard, I’m sure it’s a great vacation for him to come up to the country like that every Shabbos and find you and the kids having such a nice summer.”

Mindy swallowed. Bentzi did work very hard

Having it Made

BY: CHAYA BLUSTEIN

And I’m supposed to be having the time of my life, Mindy thought ironically, looking at the shards of broken glass.

She stifled an unfunny chuckle and went to grab a broom.

So Shia had been a little overexuberant about his trip and broken the vase that costed enough to pay for the entire camp’s trip. It wasn’t a big deal, right? Not if you had the money anyway.

She swept the shiny fragments into the dustpan, noticing the way they reflected the sunlight, twinkling in an array of colors. Almost like diamonds.

But diamonds were unbreakable, while expensive crystal vases were not.

Really, what did it matter? No one she knew was going to see this summer home and the furnishings that they’d spent a filthy fortune on,

not if she could help it. Even though her sisters surely wondered why she never invited them up for a Shabbos. It was true that Mindy’s bungalow only had four bedrooms, making it hard to host large families, but that wouldn’t normally stop her.

She was running out of good excuses to give her family. Although none of them openly questioned her, Mindy could tell they were wondering. Her phone rang with the predictably familiar ringtone. It was Chani, once again.

“Where are you, Mindy?” Chani asked stridently. “I saw Shia running to day camp earlier, and I’m still sitting here and waiting for you.”

“I’m coming,” Mindy said automatically. Chani was her walking partner, who wouldn’t miss a day of jogging in her sneakers. Mindy wasn’t the most avid walking person, but it was a good

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1018 Beach Lake Highway Beach Lake, PA 18405

570-729-7532

Hours: Daily: 11am-6pm

CATSKILL COUNTRY CERAMICS

4852 State Rt 52, Jeffersonville, NY 12748

845-482- 3651

Call for Hours

www.catskillcountryceramics.com

CHUCK E. CHEESE

250 W Rte 59, Manuet, NY 10954

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, play zones & mouse mascot.

(845) 627-2788

11AM–9PM

CATSKILL FLY FISHING CTR. AND MUSEUM

1031 Old Rt. 17, Livingston Manor 12758

845-439-4810

Hours: 10am-4pm

CATSKILL MOUNTAIN GOLF

27 Mutton Hill Road, Neversink, NY 12765

845-985-7377

Call for Hours

CATSKILL MOUNTAIN RAILROAD CO

149 Aaron Court Kingston

845-332-4854

Call for Hours

CINDER TRACK BICYCLE RENTALS

6 Railroad Ave, Mountaindale, NY 12763

845-434-4433

Hours: By appt. only

COLONIAL BOWLING LANES

78 Brookside Ave, Chester, NY 10918

845-469-3005

Hours: Daily: 11am-11pm

www.bowlcolonial.com

COSTA’S FAMILY FUN PARK

2111 US-6, Hawley, PA 18428

570-226-8585

Hours: Daily: 10am-10pm

www.costasfamilyfunpark.com

CUNNINGHAM PARK

196-10 Union Tpke, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366 Jumbo park featuring multiple sports fields. (212) 639-9675

6AM–9PM

D & H CANAL PARK

58 Hoag Rd, Cuddebackville, NY 12729

845-754-8876

Call for hours www.neversinkmusuem.org

DELAWARE AND HUDSON CANAL LINEAR PARK

Off Rt. 209, Wurtsboro, NY 12790 co.sullivan.ny.us

845-888-5040

Call for Appt.

DE HOYOS MEMORIAL PARK

38 Dillon Road Monticello, NY 12701

845-794-2500

Call for reservations www.townofthompson.com

DUTCSESS COUNTRY FAIRGROUNDS

6636 US-9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572

The Dutchess County

Fairgrounds is the home of the annual Dutchess County Fair

845-876-4000

Hours:10am-10pm

94 PITCH & PUTT

1 Hudson Rd, Washingtonville, NY 10992

“Great place to bring your family.”

845-496-6418

Hours: Daily 12pm- 9pm

APPLE POND FARM

80 Hahn Rd, Callicoon Center, NY 12724

Great farm, nice food all the time and always friendly people

845-482-4764

www.applepondfarm.com

Call for hours

AUTOBAHN INDOOR SPEEDWAY

2272 Palisades Center Dr, 2nd Floor, West Nyack, NY 10994

Go-kart track in West Nyack, New York

(845) 535-1515

10AM–11PM

Belleayre Mountain

Ski Center

181 Galli Curci Rd, Highmount, NY 12441

A ski resort

845-544-2005

www.barryvillesportsman.com

Hours:Call for Hours

BASHA KILL WILDLIFE

Wurtsboro NY 12790

Place is beautiful nature area 845-754-0743

info@thebashakill.org

Bear Mountain State Park

Route 9W North, Bear Mountain, NY 10911 845-786-2701

www.n.y.s.parks.com

Hours: Museum and Zoo: 10am-4:30pm

Park: 8am-Sunset

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BILLY BEEZ

1 North Galleria Dr, Unit-C 218 Middletown, NY 10941 845-673-3352

www.billybeezus.com

BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN

181 Galli Curci Rd, Highmount Ny 12441

55 trails (including moguls) & 8 lifts are open to skiers & snowboarders on Belleayre Mountain

845-254-5600

www.belleayre.com

BETHEL PASTURES FARM

181-Remenschneider Rd, Jeffersonville, NY 12748

914-425-5838

Hours:Call for Hours

BRIDLE HILL FARM

190 Hemmer Road, Jeffersonville, NY 12748 845-482-3993

HORSE RIDING

www.bridlehillfarm.com

Call for Appt.

BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP

3771 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack, NY 10994

Create your own stuffed animals at this specialty chain, also stocking toy apparel & accessories. (845) 353-1895

Hours: 10am–9:30pm

CANAL TOWN EMPORIUM

107 Sullivan st, Wurtboro, NY 12790

AMERICAN HAND-CRAFTED, ONE-OF-A-KIND GIFTS, FURNISHINGS, JEWELRY, HOME DECOR AND MORE 845-888-2100

www.canaltowne.com

Hours: Daily 10-5

STEAK STEAK

ODA PARK AVE 517 Park Ave. 718.260.4640

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