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When the Jewish community in the United States learned about the Hamas attack on Israel, it mobilized quickly to provide money and support for our brethren. For most, it was all we could do to show how much we care. Dov Hikind, former member of the New York State Assembly and founder of Americans Against Anti-Semitism, did what he has always done when the Jewish State found itself under attack: He hopped on a plane and went to be there with them, to give them chizuk in person, and to bear witness for everyone in America on what was really going on there.

You don’t want to miss Sunday mornings at the Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills! Last week, the YIKGH began the second season of “Shiur & Shmear,” a weekly Sunday morning learning program with complimentary breakfast for both men and women. The popular program begins with separate 20-30-minute, interactive shiurim for men and women that start right after the 8:00 a.m. Shacharis minyan finishes (approximately 8:40). Rabbi Daniel Rosenfelt, Rabbi of the YIKGH, delivers the shiur for women, entitled “Timely Tefilah Tricks” (practical halachos and hashkafos of davening), while Rabbi Ephraim Glatt, Esq., Associate Rabbi of YIKGH, delivers the shiur for men, entitled “Make the Most of Your Doorpost” (practical halachos of Mezuzah). Each week is a self-contained topic, and the shiurim are recorded. Following the shiurim, there is a delicious breakfast of bagels, spreads, and coffee, to either eat at YIKGH or “grab and go.”

US Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens), a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations, last week met with several family members whose loved ones are being held hostage by Hamas.

Here is a recipe from Emet Outreach for a memorable couples night out. Invite enthusiastic couples for an interactive evening with friends. Measure out equal parts good conversation and enticing new skills. Sprinkle in an abundance of laughter, enchanting music, and good-natured teamwork. Savor the feeling of connection and accomplishment. This tried-and-true recipe was enjoyed when Emet’s Couples Division hosted a cooking class at Apron Masters in Woodmere. Fifteen couples, and some eager Emet staff, learned to prepare a three-course meal. “We wanted to take a moment to focus on our connection with our spouses and friends at a time when our hearts are with Israel,” said Shay Yonaiev, Couples Director. “Cooking together was perfect since everyone actively participated, relaxed, and had fun.”

Israeli-Born Legislator Calls for Community Leaders Around New York and Country to Follow Suit and Set a Similar Example

Assemblywoman Nily Rozic unveiled a display on the storefront of her Queens district office calling attention to the over 230 hostages who were kidnapped from Israel on October 7. The hostages – ranging in age from infants to senior citizens – were kidnapped by Hamas during their brutal and inhumane terror attack. Many were kidnapped from their homes or the Nova Music Festival, an event celebrating unity and love.