January 2, 2024
The original animated film Prince of Egypt from 1998 holds a special place in my heart, with its vibrant animation, powerful soundtrack, and moving story. While I only got around […]
December 28, 2023
Got a question? Fill out this form to submit your anonymous question to be answered in a future column. Dear Miriam, I’m a teacher, so I have the next week […]
December 28, 2023
My wife and I recently returned from a 10-day trip to volunteer in Israel. We went ourselves to show solidarity with our friends in Israel, and to do some of […]
December 18, 2023
My dad told stories. Long stories. Stories about growing up in Brooklyn and about the Dodgers, about the rocket right arm of Carl Furillo and the clutch hitting of Gil […]
December 15, 2023
Hanukkah candles bring us pride and joy in a time of darkness. As their light fades, another candle is needed: the havdalah candle we use at the close of shabbat. […]
December 14, 2023
Got a question? Fill out this form to submit your anonymous question to be answered in a future column. Dear Miriam, My office holiday party is next week, after Hanukkah […]
December 13, 2023
I recently happened upon a rather heated online discussion about the appropriateness of non-Jews putting menorahs in their windows during Hanukkah. The question being debated was whether that act is […]
December 12, 2023
After a national search, Herzl Camp’s board of directors stayed close to home with its new executive director. President Jason Grais announced that Tommy Hoffman, a former Herzl staffer, camper […]
December 8, 2023
These days are fraught Each day a roller coaster of emotions – at great intensity – revelations and emotions that might bring you to your knees. Say a prayer while […]
December 7, 2023
Got a question? Fill out this form to submit your anonymous question to be answered in a future column. Dear Miriam, I have a very low-stakes question with a very […]