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From the cover of “Concealed: Memoir of a Jewish-Iranian Daughter Caught Between the Chador and America” by Esther Amini.
Posted inBooks

Family histories open new windows on historical events

Howard Freedman by Howard Freedman February 16, 2021February 17, 2021

Books coverage is supported by a generous grant from The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund. What makes books on family history so compelling for me is that they offer a […]

Some of Karen Galatz's treasured possessions. (Photo/Karen Galatz)
Posted inColumns

Fire evacuation scare had me assessing my possession obsession

Karen Galatz by Karen Galatz September 17, 2020September 17, 2020
Israelis protest being separated from their significant others outside the residence of the foreign minister by having solo romantic picnics on the eve of Tu B'Av, the Jewish day celebrating love. The signs read, "We also want to embrace our loved ones. Open the skies for them. Families want to be together." (Photo/ Courtesy Plia Kettner)
Posted inTu B'Av

‘Does he remember me?’ For some Israelis, Covid-19 has meant separation from their families

Ben Sales by Ben Sales and JTA August 5, 2020August 5, 2020
an elderly couple, the woman is on the phone
Posted inKids & Family

My buttinsky in-laws exhaust me with their expectations

Dawn Kepler by Dawn Kepler December 5, 2018
a gravestone
Posted inFirst Person

Visiting grandma’s grave: much more than an obligation

Karen Galatz by Karen Galatz October 17, 2018October 23, 2018
A young Karen Galatz with her grandmother
Posted inThe Matzo Chronicles

Grandma’s kreplach: easy to eat, but an endurance trial to make

Karen Galatz by Karen Galatz September 7, 2018September 12, 2018
Too much Lego — and children! — on the floor (Photo/flickr-davitydave CC BY 2.0)
Posted inKids & Family

As toys crunch underfoot, we need more space!

Drew Himmelstein by Drew Himmelstein August 29, 2018
The author makes shakshuka in a cherished pot.
Posted inParenting

Old pots and pans lose their shine, but memories don’t fade

by Julie Levine July 24, 2018July 24, 2018
A metal havdalah spice box by Barbara Stanger will be shown alongside works from her daughter and mother.
Posted inCulture

The metalworker, the painter and the sculptor — three generations of women artists in one exhibit

Maya Mirsky
(Aaron Levy-Wolins/J. Staff) by Maya Mirsky April 6, 2018
"Joseph Reveals His Dream to His Brethren" by James Tissot, ca. 1900
Posted inColumns

Avoiding important issues doesn’t heal relationships

Rabbi Amy Eilberg by Rabbi Amy Eilberg December 8, 2017

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