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Kosher Meat Boycott of 1902

Jewish homemakers mobilized the women of the Lower East Side to protest the increasing meat prices.

Women’s Megillah Reading in a Small Town–Some Tips From Our 5th Year

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — we are the capital city of the Commonwealth. No, Pennsylvania’s capital is not in Philadelphia. Several years ago ...

Why Gay-Straight-Alliances Are Needed in Schools

Each April schools across the country observe a Day of Silence, a day dedicated to ending anti-LGBTQ bullying and harassment. While we will be ...

What Is Chad Gadya Really About?

The conclusion of the seder features a strange folksong about a baby goat.

The Huppah (Chuppah): What You Need to Know

Learn the history and symbolism of the Jewish wedding canopy, and the various options for finding or making your own.

Why It’s the Perfect Time to Dive Into This Comforting Israeli Shabbat Stew

Slow-cooked stews are a staple of Jewish cuisine because they are delicious, and serve an important purpose too.

Shabbat Candles: Some Women’s Customs

What are the customs that shape this tradition?

Vows and Thou

Jews read sections of the Torah each week, and these sections, known as  parshiyot, inspire endless examination year after year. ...

Clean Up Your Act

Living together as a community means learning to communicate effectively and respectfully.

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