A Purim Primer: If You Can Read This You’re Still Too Sober
You can tell Purim is a real Jewish holiday because it follows the classic Jewish script: They tried to kill us. We won. So let’s eat. But is there more?
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Purim…Not just for the Kids!
Is Purim a holiday just for kids with the adults as bystanders? Rabbi Locketz of Bet Shalom says no. Seriously? You’re supposed to drink until you don’t know the difference between Haman & Mordecai!
Oy Betcha: Purim? I don’t even know him!
So one more Jewish holiday has passed in which I’ve suffered, utterly confused, isolated, and bummed.
Mar 29, 2011 | 4 comments | View Post
Hamentashen Smack Down!
I’ll say it: hamentashen are not my favorite holiday treat. But, in the name of tradition, I went on a quest to find the best the city has to offer.
Mar 17, 2011 | 11 comments | View Post
One-Parent Purim
I know you’re out there—a single parent, newly minted and not expecting to be.
Mar 16, 2011 | 6 comments | View Post
What’s In Your Basket?
Seriously, I need to know. What’s going in your mishloach manot baskets/boxes/bags this year? I need ideas.
Mar 10, 2011 | 0 comments | View Post
A Purim Party? Are We 12?!
Purim is an obvious choice for Jews who need to party. Don’t miss Indie Jews’ party at the 331 Club.
Mar 09, 2011 | 2 comments | View Post
Minnesota Mamaleh: What We Can Learn From Purim
Purim begs the question: What, pray tell, are we teaching our kids with this drinking, eating and dressing up holiday of ours?
Mar 04, 2011 | 14 comments | View Post
Noshin’ Recipe: Onion-Poppy Seed Bread Ring
The twisted ring looks like Queen Esther’s crown, and the onions and poppy seeds are not only delicious but honor this queen’s bravery and piety. It’s also a wonderfully comforting item to bring to a shiva or a tasty addition to the celebration of a baby.
Mar 04, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
Esther, me and the “I word”
I was seeing someone who wasn’t Jewish, though it had not been my intention to get involved. In fact, I tried hard not to—as Esther did, centuries ago. Perhaps she and I had something in common. Or did we?
Feb 23, 2010 | 7 comments | View Post
Alef List: Hot Happenings for Jews
Eat, drink and be merry. From great Purim parties to the Minneapolis Jewish Humor Festival, the Alef List is filled with fun from 2/23-3/8.
