Notes from a working mom Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Relating to the theme of this week’s paper, simcha celebrations, I’d like to share my experiences as the wife of a magician. When your … more

By Matis Friedman Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Recently I picked up some new suits from being checked for Shatnez (wool and linen interwoven) and came away with quite a story. When dropping … more

Not being ‘cross’ By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Chapter 22 has a unique list of seemingly random commandments: You may not forego returning a lost object you come … more

Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Dear That’s Life, Whether or not you want to admit it, at some point or another, you talk to yourself. We all do it –– don’t be ashamed. It’s when you answer … more

Nassau County completes aerial spraying UPDATE: 4:30a Thursday Sept. 11, 2008 ... Nassau County has completed aerial spraying for the West Nile virus, according to the county Department of … more

A first-hand account by David Raab Reviewed by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 The year is 1970. Imagine yourself at age 17, experiencing an enjoyable summer in Israel with … more

Recanati Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 By Adam Neustadter Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Drinking wine and writing this article is usually a win-win situation. I get to drink a wine of my choice and … more

Culminating culinary school By Lisa Schiffman One of these folks could be the chef at your next simcha. On Aug. 14, a graduation was held at The Mac Rotunda at Kingsborough Community College … more

Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Accidents waiting to happen To the Editor: I have been meaning to write this for a long time. I can procrastinate no longer. A recent incident that happened in a … more

Horsing around at HAFTR Photos by Joe Sperber for The Jewish Star Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 Hundreds of children and adults spent a sunny Sunday afternoon celebrating the start of a new … more