On Sunday, May 19, 200 people gathered for a community symposium at Congregation Beth Sholom. “When Our Children Date: the complex role of parents” covered a wide array of topics from financial independence to building resiliency to sensible tips on networking for children.
“I would have been happy if the program lasted for another hour,” said one mother after listening to the insights of Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz, Rebbetzin Elisheva Kaminetsky, and Mrs. Mindy Eisenman, all well-known educators and noted speakers.
Moderated by Rebbetzin Marjorie Glatt, the special projects coordinator at YUConnects, the attendees had an opportunity to learn more about the YUConnects organization, meet matchmakers, and learn what was new in the dating world.
“Everyone in the room showed up because they cared about someone...it was heartwarming,” noted Dr. Efrat Sobolofsky, Director of YUConnects. “The turnout demonstrates the need for further educational panels and forums on this topic.” The event was sponsored and supported by local families and institutions; funds raised will fund future programming to assist singles.
Handouts on dating resources and genetic screening options were available to those who attended. Numerous parents spoke to each other after the symposium while brainstorming on match suggestions together. Inspired by the closing words of Rabbi Dr. Aaron Glatt, many left understanding their responsibilities as community members to endeavor to help in this realm.
In a new initiative, YUConnects publicized the appointment of Mrs. Malky Galler as the Long Island Regional Connector, focusing her matchmaking on singles from this area. A kindhearted and experienced matchmaker, Malky is available for local meetings and appointments. She can be reached by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
YUConnects, together with SawYouAtSinai and the Young Israel of Woodmere, is also running the Linda Mitgang a”h Shabbos in Woodmere, on May 31 - June 1. As in prior years, the young professionals will have an opportunity to meet each other in a comfortable atmosphere, enjoying an interactive program and delicious food. Linda Mitgang a”h was a Woodmere resident who loved matchmaking and bringing people together; her family is happy to contribute to the Shabbos in her dear memory. For more information, visit the “upcoming events” page at yuconnects.com.
Celebrating its 359th engagement, YUConnects serves as a one-stop dating resource for Orthodox singles. While it is housed at Yeshiva University’s Center for the Jewish Future, it is open to the entire Jewish community and raises its own budget. The program is internationally known for its unique social events, educational forums, personalized guidance, and matchmaking. Powered by SawYouAtSinai technology, the thousands who join the website have the ability to select personal matchmakers who can view their profiles and make targeted match suggestions. Learn more by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visiting www.yuconnects.com.
