Happy Passover
In 2019, Passover begins on Friday, April 19, marking the biblical story of Exodus, when the Jews and their leader, Moses, fled slavery...
Guide to Overcoming Holiday Depression for the Elderly and Their Caretakers
Approximately 6 million people over 65 are depressed. But unfortunately, few seek treatment. Chronic health issues, feelings of...
Happy Chanukah!
Today is the first day of the eight-day "Festival of Lights", Chanukah. In modern times, Jews light one branch of the menorah each day...
The Festival of Sukkot
Tonight begins the Jewish festival, the seven days of Sukkot—celebrated by dwelling in the sukkah, taking the Four Kinds, and rejoicing,...
Labor Day: Reflections of Gratitude
Most of us think of Labor Day as the end of summer, a milestone celebrated with backyard barbeques, beach outings, and maybe a long...
Shavuot: Feast of Weeks
This Jewish holiday begins at sunset tonight, and commemorates the revelation of the Torah on Mt. Sinai to the Jewish people. It is...
Happy Passover, Happy Easter
In 2018, Passover and Easter converge, as they commonly do. Passover marks the biblical story of Exodus, of the Jews and their leader,...
