Issue 460

ISSUE 460 AUGUST 7, 2024

FROM GRANDEUR TO GALUS

Exploring the eras of the First and Second Batei Mikdash

JOURNEY OF A NATION

SURVIVOR

Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik passed through the flames with faith

TIME OF MOURNING

A halachic overview for Tisha B’Av

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Raizy 11:48 PM: We missed you by Bobby’s melave malka tonight. Miri read the text, then surveyed the kitchen. She really needed to finish touching up the house. She’d text back and give the kitchen one more scrub. Shabbos always turned every corner of the house upside down.

Miri 11:49 PM: Was nice? What was the menu?

Gloves, schmatta, Windex, disinfectant. Supplies ready, Miri tackled the counters first. She’d seen some light fingerprints on the fridge and a streak on the window. Those would be next. The floors needed another sweep and maybe she’d de-lint the couch. The playroom needed another inspection, too.

There, done. She surveyed her progress on the counter. Another wipedown wouldn’t hurt. More Windex and a smooth swish as the schmatta glided over the granite. The tension of the long Shabbos slowly eased away.

Raizy 11:51 PM: Pizza, pasta, salad, the usual melava malka. We had a good time. Missed you and the kids.

Raizy 11:53 PM: Not to be the stereotypical older sister but I think it’s unfair for your kids. All the cousins were there. What’s another hour during a late motzei Shabbos? You should really try to come next time.

Miri felt herself sti en. Her breath quickened and her heart beat staccato. She grabbed the room and began sweeping in rapid, jerky strokes. Corner to center. Now assemble the pile. Another sweep, make sure there’s no leftover dirt. Sweep, sweep. Another bit in that corner? Under the table? Sweep, sweep, sweep.

Miri 11:56 PM: The kids need to sleep. They’re shooshoo without a schedule.

Raizy 11:57 PM: I dono, my kids are fine. They don’t need a 7:30 PM sharp bedtime every single night.

Raizy 11:57 PM: I think you could chill about it.

Fridge, wiped down. Windows, polished. Couch, lint-free. She’d straighten the dining room chairs, check on the sleeping kids, then head to the playroom. She exhaled, slowly, carefully. Nearly done. Her bones ached and her brain hurt. She yearned for the comfort of bed.

Miri 12:19 AM: Doesn’t work for everyone like that. Schedule is schedule. And they need sleep.

Raizy 12:24 AM: Look, whatever works.

Raizy 12:25 AM: Going to sleep. Night.

The playroom was pristine. The kiddie stroller stood side by side with the tricycle, the area rug was straight, the Playmobil figures stood ramrod straight on the shelf.

Miri 12:58 AM: Gnight.

On the way upstairs, Miri paused. The faucets hadn’t been wiped down. She hesitated.

One quick bu . Then she’d head to bed.

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It is important to recognize that everyone has di erent personalities and "rules". These di erences are impacted both by the individual's nature and nurture.

In this narrative, Raizy's judgmental attitude towards her sister can lead to distance in the relationship.

Raizy could say something like "we really missed you at the event, but I understand it would be di cult for your family to make it." This would allow for less conflict and may even provide an opportunity for e ective communication regarding their di erences.

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A LOAD OFF MY MIND

(Re: Mastering the Mountain, Issue 459)

I was so tempted to do my laundry after reading this week’s issue!

Faigy Honig’s account had me laughing out loud (although I tried to laugh aloud quietly because everyone in the house was asleep, except for the laundry). She says she hates collecting hangers from around the house. This is a hack that works for me: Instead of bringing the hangers to the clothing, I bring the clothing to the hangers. I hang the wet clothes in the room where they belong, over door knobs, beds or furniture. This way, when they’re dry, they go right into the closet.

Happy laundering!

MY BIT OF WITS

(Re: Bits of Wits, Issue 459)

Another Mommy on the Laundry Mountain

Thanks so much for your amazing publication. I really enjoy every page. The laundry issue was so relatable, and I love how you covered both the humorous and practical aspects of it.

Just wanted to add my two cents to the Bits of Wits trivia (which I love): Einstein didn’t really create the theory of relativity that’s credited to him. If I’m not mistaken, the original concept was first proposed by a German Jewish scientist.

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(Re: Summer Greetings, Week 3, Issue 458)

I never write to magazines, but I’m doing it today on my husband’s behalf. He wanted to thank you for making his hardworking wife laugh so hard after a long and busy day with the kids. I cried from laughter remembering the exact scene playing out when I myself was in camp just a few years ago. (I won’t tell you how long ago, but it was before the idea of taking chairs to camp was invented.) Thank you!

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The article about shopping and packing for camp was funny and relatable, but it made me sad. Is this really who we are? Why are we spending so much effort, energy, emotion and expense on brand-name luxury items? Lululemon socks? Are we nuts?

Why is it so hard for a mature adult to tell her fourteenyear-old daughter “no”? Or even better, to use the opportunity for genuine chinuch?

We send our kids to camp to keep them productively occupied and sheltered from the negative influences in the city in the summer. But we counterproductively create an environment of negative messaging by “buying in” to the “buying more” craze.

Klal Yisroel, we can do better.

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(Re: Packing It In, Issue 458)

This article about getting girls ready for camp was super validating! I would love to see more from this author. A good laugh always makes me feel better.

I’m sorry for writing so briefly, I’m just busy looking for a cosmetic bag that comes with a coordinating shower bag and matching swim bag.

See you on visiting day!

HIGHS AND LOWS

M.L.

(Re: POV, Issue 458)

I have some questions for people whose grocery numbers appeared in your POV column.

I know that I am no scrooge and should probably cut down on my grocery spending significantly, but some of the amounts listed were off the (low end of the) charts.

Are these numbers current? Am I the only one who is spending increasingly more in the grocery store each month? How is it possible for a family of ten to subsist on $400 worth of groceries with today’s prices? Or a family of five on $200? I even stopped at the family of two who spends $100.

The numbers created such turmoil in me that when I faced a bill at the cashier that was way higher than the representation in The Monsey View, it prompted me to go to customer service of the grocery I frequent (and with frequent I mean it happens frequently!) and inquire whether my numbers make sense. I told the manager that I do shop everything in that one grocery store — including meat and fish and tissues and items others pick up in bulk — and he said that while for my family size I am from the higher (or highest) spenders, the fact that this reflects all of my food and paper good needs makes me on the high end of normal and not necessarily out of bounds.

So while I need to decide what I want to do with that information, it really makes me wonder about those surveyed. Are they really subsisting on so little, did they not include expenses that they rack up in meat, fish and big box stores, or is there a secret they can share with me as I try to become more careful with my spending?

The Lady With the Overfilled Cart

SAFELY LOCKED AWAY

(Re: Locked In, Your Say, Issue 458) I would like to respond to the letter about women utilizing the services of male professionals. The issue is not only about yichud (although, of course, that is important enough), but also

about safety. As a trauma healing coach, I hear of too many painful stories that could’ve been prevented with a little awareness.

A woman should never be in a room alone with a man, even a doctor, therapist or rav. There are solutions that account for the need for privacy, and any upstanding provider will utilize them.

Our beautiful mitzvos are for our well-being and protection, and the halachos of yichud were put in place by Chazal to protect the boundaries between men and women, and specifically for the safety of women and girls (Sanhedrin 21b, Rambam Hilchos Issurei Biah 22:3).

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WHAT SIZE POCKETBOOK

DO YOU USE, AND WHAT’S ALWAYS IN IT?

I use a large 8x10” bag. I only schlep around what I absolutely cannot leave home without. This includes a wallet with random bills, loose change and a slew of cards, some from stores that have long ceased to function such as Charlie’s and Lord & Taylor. My wallet also contains a photo ID issued on a trip to West Point in 2018 and a Benefits card issued and used once during the COVID era. Said wallet has a photo compartment; thank you to The Monsey View for pointing out that my sixteen-year-old einikel can use an updated photo (last inserted as a newborn).

My bag also holds a key ring with unidentifiable keys and tags I can use once again if ShopRite, A.C. Moore or Pathmark decide to relocate nearer to me. It also contains some pain reliever, an eyeglasses cloth, an assortment of pens, a mini first aid kit, an even more mini sewing kit, a packet of wipes, a mirror, a combbrush set, Mentos, crumpled grocery lists, a department store credit slip (long forgotten about) and some (clean) tissues. Then there’s my fold-open Birchas Hashachar, fold-open Shir Hashirim, and my pocket-sized zippered siddur. Also included in my essentials list is my book of Monsey Trails tickets, a light-up magnifying glass, and a foldable pocketknife (a predecessor was once confiscated at the airport).

Medications come along when traveling for a longer period. My phone, however, is just as comfortable around my neck or in my hand as it is nestled in my purse. The kitchen sink can stay in the kitchen, but the items mentioned earlier are vital to my travels. – R.S.

Smallish, with basics for errands: wallet, rain bonnet, tissues, cellphone, bus schedule. – A Reader

I use a small crossbody bag. I try to have a pen in there to check things off my list, or to add an almost-forgotten item while shopping… – T.M.B.

I have a few different ones for different purposes. My work bag is large and holds a spiral, folder, notebook, siddur and lunch. My shopping pocketbook is wallet-sized with some cash, a credit card and an my ID in it. – M.R.

My bag measures approximately 7x4”. I always have a comb, money, rain bonnet and Tehillim inside. –

Yidis Schwartz

My pocketbook is just large enough to hold my wallet, keys, phone, tissue packet and lip balm. And of course, my grocery shopping list. –Rochel Farkas

I try to use the smallest possible bag so I don’t look like a bag lady, but it’s stuffed with my wallet, random change from taxis, receipts, grocery lists, reminder notes, medical referrals, keys and my passport. – H. Einhorn

I wear a small crossbody bag. My USB is always in it (for work — I can never know when I’ll need to transfer something to my personal laptop) along with vaseline, because my lips tend to become very dry, no matter the time of year. – Rivky

I use the smallest size possible, and it contains only three items in it: a phone, credit card and photo ID. –

Anna Miller

I like to use my phone as my “pocketbook.” The case it’s in fits money/cards that I might need when I’m out. Of course, I also like to use skirts with pockets. They serve me very well. – U.C.

I use a pretty small bag. I always keep my insurance cards, credit cards and gum inside. I try to have a siddur there, and cash as well. – E.P.

An average-sized crossbody bag. A siddur, purse and EpiPen can always be found in my pocketbook. – Bashy N.

I USE A POCKETBOOK THAT FITS MY WALLET, PHONE, A MIRROR AND A COMB. –CHANEE W.

I use a medium-sized pocketbook, and I make sure it always contains a pocket siddur, my wallet, phone and some mints. – A Reader

Which of my bags I use depends on where I’m going. To work I take a medium-sized bag, but to a store I take my smaller one. I have my keys in there, and sometimes I’ll have a little something to nosh on. I also like to keep a small pad and pen in it just in case I need to write something down, as well as other important things that I need on a daily basis. – Sori

I USE A MEDIUM-SIZED BAG ABOUT 8 INCHES WIDE. INSIDE, YOU’LL ALWAYS FIND MY WALLET, TISSUES, A REFLECTOR, PEN AND HOPEFULLY A NOTEPAD, AND DEFINITELY SOME OLD RECEIPTS. I ALSO USUALLY HAVE SOME CRAYONS IN THERE WITH WHICH TO ENTERTAIN MY KIDS WHILE WAITING IN THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE. (WE COLOR UP THE PAPER LINING THE TABLE.) – S. ZINS

I have a 4x6” pocketbook, which always holds my favorite siddur, tons of tissues and gum (in case of an emergency), petty cash (if I have any), a pen, credit card, insurance card and coupons from various stores. – Chaya Gold

A wallet-size crossbody bag. In it you will find a small Postit notepad, a pen, my phone, a credit card, cash, tissues and mints. – Shaindy

MY POCKETBOOK LOOKS LIKE A BIG, STURDY SHOPPING BAG, WHICH, IN FACT, IT IS. NO STANDARD POCKETBOOK SUITS MY NEEDS. THE REASON FOR THAT LIES IN ITS CONTENTS; MY PURSE, CAMERA, SMALL HAND CREAM, LIP BALM, PORTABLE CHARGER AND WATER BOTTLE ARE ALWAYS THERE. WHEN I LEAVE MY HOUSE FOR A SHOPPING SPREE, IT’LL ALSO HAVE SOME FOOD, BABY NEEDS, MY PHONE AND AIRPODS. I’D LOVE TO FIND A NICE, CLASSY POCKETBOOK THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE ALL OF THAT, BUT AS LONG AS I DON’T FIND SOMETHING WITHIN MY BUDGET, I AM GRATEFUL TO THE STORES THAT TREAT THEIR CUSTOMERS WITH STURDY, REUSABLE BAGS. – F.S.

I USE A 6X8” BAG. I KEEP MY PHONE AND CREDIT CARDS INSIDE. – A READER

I use a small bag. Just my purse and phone fit inside. – Golda Rivky W. I recently started using a medium-sized bag rather than a larger one. Inside I always have a siddur, certain tefillah cards, tissues, my photo ID, credit cards, my wallet and a rain bonnet (which I forgot to transfer into my smaller bag and got stuck one day without). –Rivka Deutsch

I finally bought a pocketbook that fits my needs. It fits and will usually have all of the following inside: my siddur, 32-oz. water bottle, food, phone, notebook, earbuds, USBs, and my purse, which includes money, license, credit card, tissues, pony rubbers/bobby pins and pen. – Bracha M.

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Pocketbook? What’s that? I have my carriage bag fully loaded with items like a water bottle, battery pack, and wallet, but the most essential item of all is definitely baby wipes. – A Reader

I use a big bag. I always have a pair of reading glasses and candies in my bag. – A Reader

I USE A BIG BAG TO FIT MY LAPTOP IF I’M WORKING AT THE PARK. – DEVORAH LEAH G.

I like my 5x7” crossbody bag. It holds my wallet, phone, tissues and a pen. – E. Gordon

I use a slim walletstyle crossbody bag. I keep my ID, credit cards, insurance cards and checkbook in it. It can even fit a USB! Since it has many card slots, it really stays organized. No more embarrassing moments as I fumble through receipts looking for a credit card. –Miriam

MY BAG MEASURES 10X6”. MY WALLET, CAR KEYS, WORK KEYS AND NISHMAS CARD ARE USUALLY INSIDE. – LEAH GLASSMAN

I use a small pocketbook and have a rain bonnet, purse and Motrin in there. – S.W.

I use a rectangular pocketbook that fits my phone, mincha card and trusty wallet! – Naomi Freilich

MY BAG IS TOO BIG AND TOO MESSY! MY WALLET, A PEN AND MINT CANDIES ARE ALWAYS INSIDE. – F.F.

I use a purse-sized shoulder bag that has cash, cards, tissues and store coupons in it. I just checked it, and I see that it also has a mask from COVID times. – C.T.B.

I use a small shoulder pocketbook. I always keep a siddur, Tehillim, credit cards, insurance cards and my ID inside. Occasionally, there are lists and cash there as well. – M. Stern

I usually use a medium-sized shoulder bag. I usually have my phone, purse, extra receipts (usually way too many) and mint candies inside. Happy shopping! – Hadassah L.

MY POCKETBOOK MEASURE APPROXIMATELY 6X9X2”. I ALWAYS HAVE MY WALLET, TISSUES, OFFICE KEYS AND PHONE INSIDE. WHEN I GO TO WORK, I PUT AN APPLE IN THERE TOO, BUT IF I TAKE ALONG A FULL LUNCH, I NEED AN ADDITIONAL BAG. MY SISTERS LIKE TO TEASE ME ABOUT MY BAG AND TELL ME THAT I’M THE TYPE TO CARRY MY CALENDAR AND A DICTIONARY IN THERE, TOO, BUT NO, I DON’T ACTUALLY CARRY THOSE THINGS WITH ME. – F.F.

I USE A PHONE-SIZED POCKETBOOK. I ALWAYS HAVE MY PHONE, CREDIT CARDS, INSURANCE CARD AND SOMETIMES A LITTLE BIT OF CASH WITH ME. NOTHING ELSE! I HATE CARRYING THE WORLD WITH ME. –DINA GROSSMAN

My phone is my pocketbook; I have the DIU phone case. All I have in there is a credit card and some cash.

– G.S.

I use a small crossbody bag. I always carry with me some gum, a comb, AirPods, and my wallet.

– Raizy Grunwald

I have a crossbody bag the size of a card that has credit cards and a phone in it. – R.S.

My bag is the size of a notebook. I never go out without junk for the children. – Mrs. Kohn

I use a medium-to-large crossbody bag; it contains everything but the kitchen sink. The three main things are toothpicks, AirPods and a portable charger. – Breindy Fisch

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I USE A SMALL PHONE-SIZE CROSSBODY BAG. IT USUALLY CONTAINS MY CHECKBOOK, CASH, CREDIT CARDS, PERSONAL ID AND MY CELLPHONE. – RIVKY LESIN

My bag is small, but not super small like a cellphone bag. Inside I always have my phone, comb, pen, cards, some cash for taxis, and lots and lots of receipts that just accumulate over time. – C. Wieder

My baby’s Doona bag! It includes pampers, wipes and extra pacifiers. Sometimes it has cash and credit cards, and of course, my cell phone. – C. Lieberman

I don’t use a pocketbook. I have a little card holder for cash and cards. – R.G.

I USE A SMALL BAG THAT HAS JUST ENOUGH SPACE TO FIT MY PHONE, ONE CREDIT CARD AND A $10 BILL. THAT’S IT! – A READER New question:

I use a medium-sized handbag. I always have my wallet, tissues, candies, rain bonnet and phone in it. – R.E.

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Every Yid a Star

Y. Levenstein

Moshe Rabbeinu speaks to Klal Yisroel and tells them, “ Hashem Elokeichem hirbeh eschem v’hinchem hayom k’chochvei hashamayim larov” — Hashem, your G-d, has multiplied you, and behold, today you are as the stars of the heaven in abundance ( Devarim 1:10).

The Baal Haturim cites another pasuk that uses the word, “ hinchem,” and behold. In Yirmiyahu (16:12), the navi says, “ V’hinchem holchim ish acharei sherirus libo hara,” and behold, you are going, each one after his evil heart.”

In Devarim, the pasuk is bringing out a positive attribute of Klal Yisroel, while in the navi, an evil is being described; the Yidden were following their hearts rather than following the Torah.

Says the Baal Haturim: Even after we’ve followed the evil lure of our hearts, and did not behave as we should, we are still likened to stars — beloved to Hakadosh Baruch Hu!

This is comforting. Even when one may be mired in aveiros after following the ways of the yetzer hara, still, inside, the pure neshamah shines like a star. Just peel away the layers, and out will come the beauty of a Yid. Every Yid is a star!

WHEN THE BOBOVER REBBE, Rav Shlomo, zt”l (whose yahrtzeit is Rosh Chodesh Av), arrived in the United States after the Holocaust, he first settled in the West Side of Manhattan.

One Erev Shabbos, as he was walking to shul, he passed a man who looked like a non-Jew. The Rebbe turned to him and asked in Yiddish, “Perhaps you want to come to our shul for Mincha and Kabbalas Shabbos?”

The man was shocked. “Can you tell that I’m a Jew?” he asked.

“Sure!” the Rebbe replied, and asked the man where he came from. The man cited the name of a town in Galicia. Sadly, his war experiences had left him bereft of Yiddishkeit or a connection with Hakadosh Baruch Hu.

Nevertheless, the man felt he could not decline the offer of this holy personage, and he followed Reb Shlomo to shul. After Mincha, the Rebbe invited him to daven Kabbalas Shabbos from the amud

“What ruach hakodesh!” the man replied. “In my hometown, before the war, I was the baal tefillah, and I used to daven every Shabbos!”

The man proceeded to daven beautifully. After davening, Reb Shlomo complimented him warmly and asked if he could come again the

The man was shocked. “Can you tell that I’m a Jew?”

following morning so the mispallelim could enjoy his gorgeous nusach again.

The man pulled the Rebbe to the side and said quietly, “I must admit, since the war, I don’t keep Torah and mitzvos.”

“Chazan from this town in Galicia,” the Rebbe replied, citing the town’s name, “we are waiting for you to daven for the amud tomorrow. Gut Shabbos!”

The following morning, the man arrived with a yarmulke on his head and served as shaliach tzibbur, after which Reb Shlomo invited him to come again the next week.

“Such a special tefillah! I’d like to have it again!”

Rebbe with a kvittel. “Does the Rebbe recognize me? I’m the chazan from that town in Galicia…”

“Of course!” Reb Shlomo replied.

The Yid took out an envelope with an invitation to his grandchild’s chasunah, and invited the Rebbe. The Rebbe promised to attend a sheva brachos

When he walked in, along with his son, Reb Naftali Tzvi, the Yid ran over

“Er reichert? Der Deitsch reichert! He is smoking? The German is smoking!”

The man did come back the next week. But the week after that, he did not return.

The Rebbe sent his son, Reb Naftali Tzvi, to a nearby park to look for the Yid, as they had met the first time just outside that park.

Sure enough, Reb Naftali Tzvi spotted the man sitting on a park bench, smoking a cigarette. He ran back to his father. “That man whom you sent to the amud the last two weeks… he’s being mechallel Shabbos publicly!”

“Even so,” the Rebbe replied. “Go back and tell him the amud is waiting.”

“But he’s smoking on Shabbos!”

Reb Naftali Tzvi reiterated.

“Er reichert? Der Deitsch reichert! He is smoking? The German is smoking!”

Reb Naftali Tzvi returned to the park and told the man that everyone was waiting for him.

“Did you tell the Rebbe that I’m smoking on Shabbos?” he asked.

“I did. And my father told me that it isn’t you who is smoking, but rather the German… He wants you to come daven for the amud.”

The Yid became emotional. “Tell your father that I feel I cannot come just after a cigarette, but I will come next week.”

True to his word, the man showed up the following week.

Eventually, the Bobover Rebbe moved away, and nobody knew what happened to this man.

Forty-five years later, when Bobov had been transplanted to Boro Park, a Yid with a white beard came to the

to him and in a choked voice said, “Look, Rebbe!” and he pointed around the hall. “These are all my children and grandchildren! They’re all shomrei Torah u’mitzvos! And all because the Rebbe called me that Shabbos from the park bench and said that the amud was waiting for me…”

Upon leaving the simchah, Reb Shlomo turned to Reb Naftali Tzvi, tears streaming down his face. “Indeed, here we see that it was not he who was smoking; it was the German!”

The Gemara (Yoma 9) says that Bayis Sheini was destroyed due to sinas chinam — baseless hatred.

What is sinas chinam? No one hates another for no reason. There will always be some kernel of jealousy, some sense of feeling slighted, offended or hurt, which is igniting that hatred.

If one would only realize how precious every Yiddishe neshamah is, he would understand that the person causing him that pain is not acting from his true self! Inside, that person is all pure, even if outwardly there seems to be negativity.

It’s called sinas chinam because it is for naught. It is hatred based on a lack of appreciation for the essence of a Yid. Every Yid is a shining star — as Hakadosh Baruch Hu attests.

May we soon be zoche to the day when the Beis Hamikdash will be rebuilt and we will return to Yerushalayim Ir Hakodesh.

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Lawsuit Looming as State Overturns Vote and Orders East Ramapo Tax Levy

In an outrageous move, New York State Education Department Commissioner Betty Rosa imposed a 4.38% tax levy on the East Ramapo Central School District, blatantly ignoring the democratic process.

The 4.38% tax increase was rejected by voters in an early May vote on the school budget. Rosa’s mandated levy comes in addition to a 1% budget increase approved by district residents in mid-May in response to an appeal filed by a parent through the New York Civil Liberties Union.

“This historic decision will transform the lives of East Ramapo public school students, who have been denied a sound, basic education for decades,” said the NYCLU’s Stefanie Coyle.

Rosa’s actions, which will benefit only the district’s public school students, are expected to meet legal challenges.

“By nullifying the voting rights of the residents of East Ramapo, the commissioner of education is destroying democracy,” said Monsey resident Rivkie Feiner.

As previously reported in The Monsey View, East Ramapo has long been plagued by inequities in the state funding formula, which fails to take into account its unique demographics, with private school students outnumbering the public school peers by a ratio of 3:1.

“Unilaterally placing a tax on all residents of the district will do nothing to solve the long-term structural issues and will only cause further ill will,” asserted Agudath Israel of America’s Rockland regional director, Rabbi Shragi Greenbaum. “Only a restructuring of the foundation aid formula to take into account the entire student population, both public and

private, will solve the problems of this district.”

Two elected officials have already stepped in with a potential fix for the issue. State Senator Bill Weber and Assemblyman Karl Brabenec introduced legislation on August 1 to provide East Ramapo with a one-time “spin-up” payment of $20 million in state aid. That sum is equal to the amount that the district is being shorted by the state each year because of the current funding formula.

“It is incumbent on Governor Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Heastie to immediately call a special session to take up this legislation to avoid the draconian tax increase that would be imposed on the district by the Commissioner of Education, and resolve this crisis,” said Weber, who criticized Rosa for overturning a legally cast vote.

Those thoughts were echoed by Brabenec who said, “Albany’s unilateral tax levy hike on East Ramapo residents is a blatant overreach that undermines local control. This unacceptable action will not be tolerated.”

Hochul Announces $350M in Supplemental Child Care Credits

There was good news for more than one million low- and moderate-income families in New York on July 30, with $350 million in supplemental payments heading their way through the Empire State Child Credit program.

Touting her record of helping New Yorkers cope with the high cost of living, Governor Kathy Hochul’s office said that qualifying families will automatically receive a direct payment of up to $330 per child, without even having to apply for the supplement.

“We’re putting money back in the pockets of more than a million New Yorkers because this administration delivers for working families,” said Hochul. “Our work is far from over. From expanding tax credits to increasing access to child care assistance, I’ll never stop fighting to address the cost of living for working parents and help them create a brighter future for their kids.”

The governor expanded the Empire State Child Credit in 2023, a move that benefitted an estimated 600,000 additional children per year. Those who received a credit through the program of at least $100 per child on their 2023 New York State income tax returns will receive a supplemental check in the mail, a process that will start in the beginning of August and will continue for several weeks.

State Senator Simcha Felder hailed the payments as good news for New Yorkers.

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“At a time when so many families are struggling to make ends meet, it is very important that people look out for this check in the mail, so that they don’t miss it or assume it’s a scam and throw it out,” said Felder.

Payments are expected to range from 25 to 100% of the taxpayer credit received in 2023, with amounts based on income.

Gridlock Prompts New Spring Valley Traffic Patterns

Spring Valley officials are hoping that the bumper-to-bumper traffic that plagues two village streets will soon be a thing of the past, with a six-month pilot program limiting trucks and buses to one direction only on the roadways in question.

North Cole and Collins avenues are both impassable during morning and afternoon rush hours. Even with parking limited to one side of the roadway only, their narrow widths and the sheer volume of traffic are a recipe for gridlock.

“Doing nothing wasn’t an option,” explained Deputy Mayor Sruly Eisenbach.

As of the beginning of the new school year, North Cole will only be open to buses and trucks heading north from Church Street to Maple Avenue, while Collins Avenue will only be open to buses and trucks heading south from Maple Avenue to Church Street. Street signs will be posted on both blocks so that motorists are aware of the new traffic patterns, with on-site police officers ensuring that things proceed smoothly. Area schools have already been notified of the changes so that they can make the necessary changes to their bus routes.

Once the six-month trial has ended, Spring Valley officials will decide if the changes will become permanent.

“We had to try something to see if it can work,” said Eisenbach. “We’re hoping it’ll help ease traffic and are open to hearing feedback and trying to implement changes as needed.”

Home Depot Theft Leads to Wild Police Chase

pursued the driver with their sirens blaring, finally apprehending him and placing him under arrest near Grandview Avenue and Route 202.

EL AL Introduces New Kohen-Friendly Flight

Understanding the problems that kohanim face when flying to Israel, EL AL announced last week that, as of August 1, it would have one New York-based flight designated as completely coffin-free.

The flight, LY02, leaves each Thursday afternoon from JFK to Tel Aviv.

EL AL uses special boxes approved by its halachic consultant to transport niftarim to Tel Aviv, a practice that sufficed for many, but not all, kohanim. The new coffin-free flight comes as good news for kohanim, who can also travel without any concerns out of Newark, which does have not have the capability to transport niftarim.

Bizarre “Accident” Staged in Spring Valley

A man accused of stealing from the Nanuet Home Depot led members of multiple law enforcement agencies over multiple county roadways in a chase that lasted for nearly an hour.

The incident began just before 3 p.m. on July 29 when police attempted to stop a man who reportedly took an item from the mega-home improvement store without paying. Instead of pulling over, the driver headed for the highway, where law enforcement followed him from the New York State Thruway onto the Palisades Interstate Parkway, where one police cruiser was involved in a crash.

The chase tapered down to lower speeds once the driver exited the Palisades at Exit 11. Multiple cruisers from the New York State, Ramapo, Clarkstown and Haverstraw police departments, as well as the Rockland County Sheriff’s office,

An unnamed individual feigned an accident on West Street last week, pretending to be hit by a car.

The incident took place just before 5:30 p.m. on July 29. Video footage obtained from a nearby home shows a man walking in front of a car that was creeping along in traffic, and then lying down in the roadway, as if he had been injured. Both Hatzoloh and the Spring Valley Police were called to the scene by the driver, who checked on his “victim,” who appeared to be unconscious.

“When they arrived, the guy just picked himself up, happy and healthy, and ran away,” said the driver. “They tried chasing him to see what he wanted or if he needed help, but lost him.”

Footage of the scene shows that the car never touched the man, whose motives remain unclear at this time.

Chapter 5

Recap: Rachel is afraid to go out and try to obtain food, but she is the only one who might pass for a non-Jew.

“I will tell you about your mother,” Mr. Blum said. “She suffered a lot. That’s why I never told you much about her. We had a very tough life together. Even before the last war, I spent time in the United States to save money.

“She suffered, but she was the strong one. She was the one who gave me strength. And no matter how bad things were, she had a positive attitude. She believed that somehow, things would work out for the best.” Mr. Blum paused. “No, it was even more than that. To her, nothing was ever bad. I don’t know how she did it, but that is what she always said. And that is what she believed. And that is the way she lived her life — no matter what was going on.”

A tear formed in Rachel’s eye. “But I’m not her.”

go at regular intervals. He’s pretty sure —”

“I can’t do it, Tatte. I can’t. I’m sorry. But I can’t.”

“You’re right,” Mr. Blum finally conceded. “You’re right, of course. I shouldn’t have asked you to do this. It was wrong of me.”

“It’s not that I don’t want to help,” Rachel said.

Simcha would not last a day on a labor detail. He was completely dependent on food being brought to him.

Mr. Blum let go of Rachel’s hand and scratched his head. Then he stood up and paced back and forth while Rachel just sat there, trying to control her tears.

“I mean, I don’t even know where to go,” she said. “I don’t even know how to get past the Ukrainians guards.”

“That’s not so hard,” Mr. Blum replied. “Motl has been watching them. There are a couple of places, behind some houses, that are more isolated than others. They come and

“Of course not. I know that if you thought you could help, you would. I know you’re a good girl.”

A lump formed in Rachel’s throat. She had a hard time swallowing.

“I am a good girl.”

Mr. Blum looked at her. “You are. And I know you are.”

“I’m just scared.”

“You have every right to be.”

At this point,

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Motl decided to speak. “Tatte, she’s right. You can’t make her, and you shouldn’t. I’ll go.”

“No. You can’t. None of you boys can. The second you open your mouth, they’ll know you’re Jewish. You can’t hide that.”

“I can,” Motl insisted.

As Rachel watched them talk, their voices faded into the distance. All she could focus on was her brother Simcha, lying on the couch, so weak already. Motl and Wolf could at least join a labor group and receive food, however meager the portions. Simcha would not last a day on a labor detail. He was completely dependent on food being brought to him.

“Tatte,” Motl insisted, “I’ve been watching the guards. I know their patterns.”

“There are more guards, and they’re even more on the lookout at night.”

“Doesn’t matter. I know what to do.”

“Where will you even go to look for her?” Mr. Blum asked. “You can’t go.”

“If it’s too dangerous for me, it’s even more dangerous for you. Tatte, I’ll go.”

“I shouldn’t have let her go,” Mr. Blum said.

“My little girl,” Mr. Blum said, “is not a little girl anymore.”

By this time, Mr. Blum and Motl had raised their voices so much that they were yelling at each other.

“You can’t go,” Mr. Blum shouted.

“We have no choice!” Motl shouted back.

“No! My word is final!”

“I’ll go anyway!”

Then, in the middle of the shouting, a small, quiet voice said, “I’ll go.”

Mr. Blum and Motl did not even hear it. They continued arguing. Rachel repeated herself. “I’ll go,” she said.

Mr. Blum and Motl stopped arguing.

“I’ll go,” Rachel said a third time. Mr. Blum looked at her and took a seat next to her. “Give me the buttons,” she said.

“But, Rachel, you were right,” he said, clasping her hand again. “If they sense you’re afraid, they’ll know something is wrong.”

“Then I guess I’ll just have to not be afraid,” she replied with conviction.

* * * * *

The stars were out, and it was dark outside. Mr. Blum, Motl, Wolf and Simcha sat inside the front room of the storefront.

“She should have been back already,” Motl said to his father, who stood up once again to pace back and forth.

“Don’t you think I know that?” he snapped at Motl. Then he caught himself. “Sorry, I didn’t mean to get angry at you.”

“I’ll go look for her,” Motl said. “No. It’s my responsibility.”

“She agreed. She wanted to. You heard the conviction in her voice.”

“I still shouldn’t have let her go. I’m her father. How could I even suggest it? Oh, Master of the Universe, why did You put me into such a situation!”

Suddenly, the front door swung open. Out of the dark emerged the little figure of Rachel. She was carrying a sack.

Immediately, Mr. Blum ran over and hugged her. So did Motl and Wolf. Even Simcha got up from his daze to greet her.

They led her to the back room, and she spilled the contents on the table. Two big loaves of bread. Three long carrots. Four potatoes. A veritable feast.

“The buttons worked well,” she told them, “but I think I can do better next time with socks or stockings. Or even some cotton. Can you get that for me?”

They looked at her, stunned.

“What are you looking at?” she asked.

“My little girl,” Mr. Blum said, “is not a little girl anymore.”

“What do you mean?”

“Nothing. Listen. I thought about it, and I don’t want you to go out smuggling food for us again. It’s too dangerous. We’ll figure out something else.”

“What are you talking about? I’m the only one who can do this. Plus, I figured out some things today. You know the place behind the house near the woods? I think it’s an even better place for me to sneak out from. Plus —”

“Tell us about it later, Rachel. Now let’s warm this up and make some dinner.”

TO BE CONTINUED…

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1 lb. penne pasta

3 T. butter

2 medium shallots, diced

3–4 garlic cloves crushed

½ cup tomato paste

1 cup half and half

½ cup water from the cooked pasta

1–2 tsp. crushed red pepper, optional

½ cup shredded parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Boil the pasta according to package instructions. Save a half cup of the water before draining. (The starchy pasta water will make the sauce thicker.)

2. Place the butter and diced shallots into a large pot on medium-high heat. Sauté the shallots for a few minutes until translucent. Add the garlic, and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes.

3. Add the tomato paste, half and half, water from the pasta, crushed red pepper (optional), parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, and mix until combined.

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INGREDIENTS

2 bags frozen ravioli of choice

12 oz. marinara sauce

1 (16 oz.) container cottage cheese

5 white mushrooms, sliced, optional

⅓ cup milk

Handful of shredded cheese

DIRECTIONS

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2. Start by placing a few tablespoons of sauce on the bottom of an 8x10” pan.

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4. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up.

5. Add the milk, and cover your pan. Bake for 30 minutes.

6. Remove from the oven, and turn the heat up to 425°. Uncover the pan, and sprinkle some cheese on top of the ravioli lasagna.

7. Bake uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is golden.

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The Beis Hamikdash:

PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

The Yidden are gathered at the foot of Har Sinai, trembling with a mixture of wonder and fear. The earth shakes, the sky is ablaze with lightning, and the voice of Hashem fills every heart with a sense of awe and purpose.

Matan Torah was terrifying, yet utterly exhilarating. It was a moment that would be etched into the collective memory of Klal Yisroel forever.

But how could they hold on to that incredible feeling? How could they make sure that the Presence of Hashem they experienced at Har Sinai would stay with them in their everyday lives?

That’s where the Mishkan came in. Hashem said, “And they should make Me a sanctuary, and I will dwell among them1.” The Mishkan wasn’t just a physical structure; it was a way for Klal Yisroel to keep the connection to Hashem alive and vibrant.

Centuries later, it was time to build a permanent Beis Hamikdash. The First Beis Hamikdash was a magnificent structure, a place where the Shechinah could dwell among the Yidden. Tragically its Churban marked the loss of its grandeur and Divinity in their midst. Seventy years after the destruction of the First Beis Hamikdash, the Second Beis Hamikdash was built.

The stories and details of the two Batei Hamikdash often get jumbled in our

minds. When was each built? Who was involved? How did they function?

Let’s clear up all the confusion and explore the history. We’ll journey from the awe-inspiring days at Har Sinai to the grandeur of the First Beis Hamikdash, the challenges and triumphs of the Second, and the hopeful anticipation of the Third — each one a stepping stone in our eternal connection to Hashem.

A Brief History of the Mishkan

Our journey begins in the year 2448, with Yetzias Mitzrayim. The Yidden, freshly freed from slavery and filled with awe after the incredible experience of Matan Torah, are given a new task by Hashem: to build the Mishkan, a portable sanctuary where His Presence would dwell among them.

This happens in 2449, with Betzalel and Oholiav leading the construction. The Mishkan isn’t just a nice tent; it is a beautiful, intricate

structure symbolizing the connection between Hashem and His people.

In 2488, under the leadership of Yehoshua, the Yidden enter Eretz Yisroel. The Mishkan is set up in a place called Gilgal, where it will serve as the spiritual hub while the land is being conquered and divided among the Shevatim.

After fourteen years, the Mishkan is moved to Shiloh. Here it stands for 369 years, becoming the heart of the Jewish Nation. Three times a year, the Yidden make the pilgrimage to Shiloh for the Shalosh Regalim, reconnecting with Hashem and with each other.

Churban Shiloh

In 2872, the Mishkan in Shiloh meets a devastating end at the hands of the Plishtim, who destroy it and capture the Aron Kodesh.

This loss is a severe blow, but the story takes an amazing turn. The Aron wreaks havoc on the Plishtim, causing plagues and misfortune wherever it is taken. Realizing they can’t keep it, the Plishtim return it to the Yidden in a miraculous way, sending it back on a cart guided by cows straight to Beis Shemesh.

The Mishkan, meanwhile, finds temporary homes in Nov and Givon, but the glory of Shiloh is deeply missed.

Dovid Hamelech

Enter Dovid Hamelech, a man of destiny.

Born in 2854, just 396 years after Moshe Rabbeinu, and inspired by the teachings and revival efforts of Shmuel Hanavi, he reignites the spiritual fervor of the nation. He composes Tehillim, stirring the hearts of the Yidden, and creating an original spiritual foundation for the nation.

At the same time, he dreams of building a permanent Beis Hamikdash and meticulously prepares all of the materials.

Building the First Beis Hamikdash

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Dovid Hamelech reigns as king for 40 years, from 2884 until his death in 2924. After his passing, Shlomo ascends to the throne. Known for his unparalleled wisdom and wealth, he takes on the monumental task of building the First Beis Hamikdash.

In the fourth year of his reign, 2928, Shlomo Hamelech begins construction. The effort is colossal and requires the work of 80,000 laborers, who carve massive stones from the mountains, and 70,000 porters, who transport these

As the stones are quarried and transported, the foundation of the Beis Hamikdash begins to rise. Shlomo oversees every detail, ensuring that the House of Hashem would be a place of unparalleled beauty and sanctity.

In 2935, the dream of a permanent sanctuary becomes a reality. The Beis Hamikdash stands as a testament to the Yidden’s unwavering commitment to creating a space where they could connect with Hashem, continuing the legacy that began with the Mishkan in the Midbar.

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The Destruction of the First Beis Hamikdash

The era of the First Beis Hamikdash is an incredible time for Klal Yisroel. The Shechinah dwells tangibly in their midst, and the daily avodah and korbanos foster a deep connection between the nation and its Creator. Additionally, the spectacle of its grandeur attracts pilgrims from all over the world.

However, this era is also marred by significant challenges. Generations of the greatest Neviim warn again and again of the consequences of straying from the path of Torah. Finally, decades before the end, Yirmiyahu Hanavi begins warning of impending doom if the Yidden don’t change their ways.

Eventually, a massive army from the empire of Bavel invades the land and conquers Yerushalayim. They exile the best and brightest Yidden (like Yechezkel Hanavi and Daniel) to Bavel to work for them as advisors. The Yidden who remain behind live under a puppet government forced to do the bidding of their Babylonian masters.

After eighteen years of turmoil, the

The Gemara (Bava Basra 15a) says: “Yirmiyahu wrote his sefer, Sefer Melachim and Eicha.” Yirmiyah lived through the destruction of the First Beis Hamikdash. Sefer Melachim recounts the reigns of the kings of Yehudah and Yisroel until his own time. He also wrote Megillas Eicha, which speaks of the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash and Eretz Yisroel, and the consequent exile.

Although the Gemara seems to say that Eicha was written by Yirmiyah, this is problematic because the pasuk says explicitly that Eicha was written by Yirmiyah’s student, Baruch ben Neriah, at the behest of Yirmiyah (Yirmiyah 36:32). Perhaps the Gemara means that Yirmiyah commanded Baruch to write Eicha, and, as such, it came to be written through Yirmiyah. Alternatively, while the physical act of writing might have been done by Baruch, the content and prophetic inspiration are attributed to Yirmiyah.

King Yehoyakim burned the scroll that Yirmiyahu had written, which detailed the prophecies and warnings given to him by Hashem. Following this, Yirmiyahu rewrote the scroll and expanded upon it without direct instruction from Hashem. According to all opinions, it appears that Yirmiyahu completed the final version of Eicha, with all of its additions, before the destruction of the First Beis Hamikdash.

end tragically comes. On Tisha B’Av, 3338, the Babylonians set fire to the Beis Hamikdash. It burns until the building collapses and is completely destroyed. It has stood for 410 years.

A Cosmic Shift

The destruction marks a cosmic shift. The Gemara says that the blue of the sky is no longer as vibrant, dew no longer falls the same way, and the taste of fruits and vegetables change. The world is fundamentally different.

People change too. Trustworthiness diminishes, song and music become inferior, and the enjoyment of life is reduced.

The connection to Hashem is no longer direct through korbanos and the avodah. Instead, the Yidden have to rely on tefillah

Building the Second Beis Hamikdash

In 3390, the king of Persia issues an electrifying decree: He gives the Yidden permission to return to Eretz Yisroel and rebuild the Beis Hamikdash. Hashem’s promise of return begins to materialize.

Construction begins in earnest, but it faces many challenges and interruptions from neighboring peoples who oppose the rebuilding, as detailed in the story of Nechemiah. During this interim period, Haman rose and fell, and the miracle of Purim took place.

Finally, in 3408 — 70 years after Churban Bayis Rishon (as predicted by Yirmiyahu) — construction of the Second Beis Hamikdash begins. It is completed in 3412.

While lacking some of the grandeur and key elements of the First Beis Hamikdash — such as the Aron Kodesh, the Urim V’tumim, and the Shechinah’s direct Presence — the Second Beis Hamikdash still served as a spiritual center for the Yidden.

Turmoil, Tragedy and Triumph

The era of the Second Beis Hamikdash was a time of great turmoil and division. The Yidden lived under various rulers and empires, including the Persians, Greeks and Romans.

The influence of Greek culture was

particularly invasive, leading to the rise of the Misyavnim (Yidden whose lifestyle was more Greek than Jewish and who wielded significant political power). Their ascension to positions of leadership led to significant internal strife.

The struggles were enormous — but so was the eventual victory. The miracle of Chanukah signified not only the military defeat of the much larger Greek army and their Jewish lackeys, but a triumph of the spirit that endures eternally. Chanukah is a permanent monument to the ideal that the light of Torah will continue to shine bright even in the darkest of times.

The Destruction of the Second Beis Hamikdash

There were many ups and downs during the period of the Second Beis Hamikdash, but eventually sinas chinam and

machlokes weakened the nation, making it vulnerable to external threats. The final chapter of the era came with the rise of Rome. In 3828, they besieged Yerushalayim, resulting in horrific famine, destruction and death.

On the ninth of Av, 3829 — miraculously, the same day the first Beis Hamikdash was destroyed 490 years earlier — the Romans set fire to the building. The entire city of Yerushalayim now became a heap of ruins. That which had seemed unbelievable when foretold by the Navi Micha3 more than a century before, when Yerushalayim was a flourishing metropolis, now came true.

As the flames engulfed the holy structure, it marked the end of an era and the beginning of a prolonged galus that continues to this day.

The Third Beis Hamikdash

As we reflect upon the destruction of the First and Second Batei Mikdash, our hearts are filled with deep mourning, but also hope and anticipation for the building of the Third Beis Hamikdash. The Neviim tell us that, in physical terms alone, it will be more magnificent than anything we’ve ever seen, surpassing the first two in beauty and grandeur.

Spiritually, the Third Beis Hamikdash will represent a return to the highest levels of kedusha. The Shechinah will rest in it in a manner even more profound than in the First Beis Hamikdash. The Sanhedrin will be reestablished, and nevuah will once again flourish. Korbanos will be offered, restoring a direct and tangible connection to Hashem, but tefillah will remain central.

The world itself will experience a renaissance. The blue of the skies, the taste of fruits, and the dew will return to their original splendor. Trustworthiness among people will return as well. Everyone will have a genuine thirst for Torah. Knowledge of Hashem will cover the earth like the water covers the sea. Song and music will reach new heights, filling the streets of Yerushalayim with joy and holiness.

A Long Journey Through History

The Third Beis Hamikdash will be the culmination of our long journey through history, transforming the world into a place of ultimate peace. All the nations of the world will flock to it to pay homage to the sovereignty of Hashem.

Most of all, it will stand as an everlasting reminder of Hashem’s love and commitment to His people and the fulfillment of our deepest yearnings.

May we merit to see the rebuilding of the Third Beis Hamikdash speedily in our days, and may it bring with it an era of peace, unity, and a profound connection to Hashem.

Coming next week: A closer look at Nechemiah and the construction of the Second Beis Hamikdash

Which churban is referenced in the kinnah that includes Al Naharos Bavel?

The kinnah Aish Tukad is one of the most powerful kinnos recited on Tisha B’Av. This kinnah features alternating pesukim that describe the contrasting emotions of two major historical events: the joy of leaving Mitzrayim and the sadness of leaving Yerushalayim. When they left Mitzrayim, the hearts of Bnei Yisroel were aflame with love for Hashem and the desire to receive the Torah at Har Sinai. This joy is contrasted with the profound sorrow of the defeated Yidden trudging out of the ruins of Yerushalayim and into captivity, their hearts shrouded in gloom and lamentations on their lips. In the middle of this kinnah is a reference to Tehillim 137:1, Al Naharos Bavel, which vividly and painfully reflects the emotions of the Jewish exiles upon their arrival in Bavel. “By the rivers of Bavel, there we sat, and also we wept, when we remembered Tzion.” They mourned their beautiful land, the burned Mikdash, and for the slaughtered multitude of the precious Bnei Tzion. “Yerushalayim remembered in the days of her affliction and sorrow, all her delights which she had possessed in the days of old” (Eicha 1:7). But of all her losses, Rav Avigdor Miller points out, she mourned the Shechinah most of all. Therefore, Al Naharos Bavel references Churban Bayis Rishon.

1Shemos 25:8 2Melachim I, 5:29–31 3Micha 3:12

2448

The Yidden leave Mitzrayim 2448

Matan Torah 2448

Moshe breaks the first Luchos 2449

Moshe comes down from Har Sinai with the second Luchos 2449

The Mishkan is erected 2488

The Yidden cross the Yarden into Eretz Canaan

2503

The Mishkan is moved from Gilgal (where it stood for 14 years) to Shiloh

2854

Dovid Hamelech is born 2872

The Mishkan is destroyed by the Plishtim (after it stood in Shiloh for 369 years)

2884

Dovid becomes king 2924

Dovid Hamelech dies; his son Shlomo becomes king

2928

Shlomo begins construction of the First Beis Hamikdash 2935

Shlomo completes the construction of the Beis Hamikdash

3338

The First Beis Hamikdash is destroyed on Tisha B’Av

3390

The king of Persia issues a historic decree, and Yidden start returning to Eretz Yisroel

3405

The Yidden celebrate Purim

3408

The construction of Second Beis Hamikdash begins 3412

The Second Beis Hamikdash is completed

3597

The miracle of Chanukah takes place

3830

The Second Beis Hamikdash is destroyed on Tisha B’Av (the exact year is disputed between Rashi and Tosafos. See Avodah Zara 9b; also see History of the Jewish People, Mesorah, pp. 213–216)

D. GORALNIK

This summer marks 80 years since the liberation of the first major Nazi camps, though it took another ten months for the rest of the camps to be liberated.

There are precious few survivors left to tell the tale of the horror and devastation wrought upon European Jewry. There are precious few eyewitnesses who can still share their harrowing experiences.

We are in a period of aveilus, when we feel our galus straits keenly. A full generation has passed since the Holocaust, and still, we are here, a People in exile.

We live on. We go on, traversing the trails blazed by the warriors who rebuilt after the war tore everything away from them. We go on as war and tragedy tear at our hearts, at our families, at our souls.

And through it all, we keep our focus on the beauty of life, the meaning of life, and the moments of joyful living.

In this interview with Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik, a survivor of the blazing fires of the Nazi inferno that was no match for the fire in his soul, we present a tapestry of pain, of determination, of joy and of the eternal flame of Am Yisroel that can never be extinguished.

Growing up, Uncle Meyer was a legend. There were a handful of beloved greataunts and uncles enhancing our family simchas, each with their own story and the life wisdom to show for it, but we always had an eye out for Uncle Meyer. With his friendly smile, his spirited demeanor and the loving way in which he greets everyone, he has always been a magnetic force.

I may have been little. I may have missed the point of his witty punchline that had the adults breaking into laughter, but Uncle Meyer’s simchas hachaim has always been contagious. It reached all of us and we gravitated toward it.

Now, as we walk into the living room of my great-uncle, Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik, it’s years later.

I’m no longer a little girl. I already have the ability to appreciate his humor. I have already acquired the sense to be inspired by his positivity. I already have an inkling of the kind of suffering he experienced at an age too young to contemplate.

We are greeted with a hearty song of shalom aleichem in true Uncle Meyer style and a smile that spills happiness all over the room.

The walls are adorned with framed certificates and photos. Here’s the certificate of semicha he obtained, which commenced his decades-long career

as the rav of various shuls. Here is one from the teaching seminary this young orphan graduated from shortly after the war. Here is the diploma he received upon graduating college with a Bachelor’s of Arts in 1959. Here’s a painting of the Chofetz Chaim. Here is a photo of Rabbi Kizelnik sitting with Canada’s great rabbanim. Here’s a piece of art he painted himself, where he incorporated musical instruments and happy colors. Here is a painting of his illustrious father, Rav Moshe Kizelnik, zt”l, the Rav of Rozavlea, one of the six million kedoshim of the war. And taking this all in, the question burns in me: “How did you do it? What enabled you to maintain your sense of humor and vitality after losing so much? How did you find the ability to live life to its fullest, without even a trace of bitterness, after losing your youth, your parents and your hometown so suddenly?”

Life Is a Laughing Matter

“It’s a choice I made,” Rabbi Kizelnik says, and we know that while a great deal of pain festers under that decision, the grief did not mar his determination to build a joyful life for himself and his family.

“When I was liberated in 1945,” Rabbi Kizelnik shares, “I was just a few months past my bar mitzvah, and I made a decision that whenever I would meet a Yid, I would bring him joy.”

His humor had helped him power through the horrific months as a prisoner under inhumane conditions, and he was

Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik with the great rabbanim of Canada. Rabbi Hirschprung, zt”l, is sitting in the center.

The certificate of semicha Rabbi Kizelnik received from Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah

determined to continue tapping into it. “I found reasons to laugh in the camps, too,” he confides with a twinkle in his eye.

There are many survivors who echo these sentiments. In the worst of times, we resort to humor, dark as the humor may be, to help us go on. In the darkest of nights, there’s an invincible ray of light that we pluck out from the depths to find the wherewithal to push through.

“My father’s emunah has always been unbreakable,” his daughter Yosefa says. “It’s what enabled him to endure the unspeakable torture in the camps and to keep his spirits up. He always knew Hashem was with him. He banked on Hashem’s presence to keep him going.”

“I daven for this every morning in Shacharis,” says Rabbi Kizelnik, “when I say, ‘Ivdu es Hashem b’simcha.’”

Indeed, it is both a prayer and his mission statement.

And You Shall Tell Your Children

For 60 years following the war, Rabbi Kizelnik neither shared nor dwelled on the horrific experiences of his youth.

“Had I not allowed this personal escape from my trauma,” he wrote in the book he published for his family detailing his war experiences, “it would have doomed my attempt at a positive outlook in life.”

For many survivors, the only way forward was to suppress the haunting

memories, to bury the grief and march forward. But the deep pain of a child being ripped away from his family and all he knew and held dear, is grief that never goes away.

In recent decades, Rabbi Kizelnik witnessed survivors passing on and taking their stories with them, leaving their children hungry for details of their family history. But the tales, entire lifetimes of them, faded together with the survivors. This prompted his decision to open the door to his past and share what he endured; to write about life before the war and what he experienced in the terrible gehinnom of the Holocaust.

He published an autobiography for his family to cherish, and so that another survivor’s testimony stands stark in black and white in a world that wishes to forget.

My Father, My Rebbe

Rabbi Kizelnik’s father, Harav Moshe Kizelnik, zt”l, had a great influence on him, and though he was but a young boy when his father was snatched from his family and murdered al kiddush Hashem, Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik internalized his strength and unwavering faith.

Rav Moshe, following in the footsteps of his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who were all rabbanim, was a rav, first in the village of Stramtura and then in Rozavlea, one village over in the Maramures region of Romania.

He was also the rav of the surrounding towns, which he would visit from time to time to guide the townspeople and conduct community affairs.

“In my formative years, I spent a lot of time with my father,” shares Rabbi Kizelnik. “I had a lot of interest in his rabbanus and would accompany him to functions and visits to nearby towns. The close relationship I enjoyed with him empowered me for life.”

Childhood

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Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik was born on July 23, 1931, to Rabbi Moshe and Sara Leah (Szabo) Kizelnik, Hy”d

“SUDDENLY, SOMEONE GRABBED ME BY THE COLLAR WITH SOME KIND OF HOOKED STICK AND SHOVED ME TO THE OTHER LINE. I BEGAN TO CRY. I TOLD HIM I WAS ONLY TWELVE YEARS OLD”

He was the seventh of nine children. The Kizelniks lived in a large home near the shul. Their childhood was happy, and they enjoyed close relationships as siblings. The children attended cheder each morning from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and then public school until 3:00 in the af-

The book Rabbi Kizelnik wrote for his family and friends

Silver Creek

Pecan

Pebble Beach

Mt. Everest Mediterranean Domino

THAT MOMENT OF SPIRITUALITY AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF DEATH AND DEVASTATION, WAS SURREAL. FOR RABBI KIZELNIK, IT WAS A MOMENT OF PROFOUND INSPIRATION

ternoon. Antisemitism was always a challenge, and as they walked home from school, non-Jewish students would wait in ambush to shower them with stones, once leaving a scar that is still visible on Rabbi Kizelnik’s face. Their Torah education was a combination of what they learned in cheder and what their father taught them at home.

Jewish life was celebrated joyfully. Shabbosos and Yomim Tovim were festive. There was heartfelt davening in shul. At the seudos, the food was plentiful, the singing spirited, and divrei Torah was shared at the table.

In 1941, a number of Yidden in the Maramures area were expelled and murdered, r”l, but then the fury died down. The next two years saw much calmer times in that region.

Just a young boy then, Rabbi Kizelnik was absorbed in his childhood activities and learning to pick up on the terrible tidings reaching Romania. He did, however, get wind of the tension by overhearing conversation among the adults.

“My parents frantically searched for a way to get our family out of Romania, but obtaining a visa was too costly.” And despite desperate attempts, they could not find anyone in another country to sponsor them and enable their emigration.

As the war progressed, food became scarce, and by 1944, the tension in their town was palpable. A week or two before the deportation of Rozavlea, the community leaders were taken away, Rabbi Moshe Kizelnik among them. Their oldest son Dovid was taken as a prisoner. It wasn’t soon after that the Rozavlea Yidden were forced to leave their village and squeeze into a tiny ghetto.

Seven weeks later, the families were ordered to walk

through the steep Northern Carpathian Mountains to the train station in the nearby village of Unerwischau. The journey was grueling, and many townspeople didn’t make it. Once at the station, they were pushed into cattle cars headed to Auschwitz.

Rabbi Kizelnik was twelve years old at the time.

Wartime

The conditions in the cattle cars were horrific. The train was filthy, and oxygen was scarce. There was no water, no

bathrooms, and only some people had a bit of food that soon disappeared. The air was punctuated with the heartrending moans and cries of children and adults — tortured, starving and terrified. Reflecting on this journey, Rabbi Kizelnik cannot understand how he survived it.

They arrived at Auschwitz in the deep of night, and the infamous selection began. Young Meyer clung to his mother in terror as they were directed to the line headed to the gas chambers, though they didn’t know that at the time.

“Suddenly, someone grabbed me by the collar with some kind of hooked stick and shoved me to the other line. I began to cry. I told him I was only twelve years old and wanted to stay with my mother.”

The man responded by saying, “Never mind,” and went on his way. Young as he was, Rabbi Kizelnik was tall and well-built and could pass as an older boy, and he later realized that the man had saved his life.

“The stranger must have been an angel,” Rabbi Kizelnik says.

Young Meyer stood bewildered, too young to understand what was happening, too overwhelmed to perceive what the terrible smell meant, as the selection process continued. The group was told to undress and abandon all belongings except belts and shoes. They were commanded to dip into a tub of

Rabbi Kizelnik holding the painting of his father, his role model and greatest influencer

disinfectant, shave, and dress in striped uniforms.

Rabbi Kizelnik was now prisoner number 54992, but for some reason, his number was not tattooed on his arm.

Conditions in the camps were dehumanizing. Food was withheld and then distributed in tiny tasteless rations, and the prisoners would have to stand for hours at appel in a weakened state as they watched the people around them drop like flies. Spirits among the prisoners was low, and hope was hard to hold on to.

“Being young and naive, I did not pay much attention to what people were saying.” Rabbi Kizelnik explains that sometimes, it is a blessing not to understand too much. “Shlomo Hamelech says in Koheles (1:18), ‘V’yosif daas yosif mak’ov — and to increase knowledge is to increase heartache.’ Maybe my false sense of optimism is what led to my survival.”

After a brief stay in Auschwitz, Rabbi Kizelnik was deported to Buchenwald, where conditions were only slightly better than in Auschwitz. In addition to the predawn roll call, appel in Buchenwald was conducted at night again. He started off his “career” in the kitchen by peeling potatoes, handling food that he was desperate for but would not touch for fear of being shot on the spot. Then the work turned brutal. Along with another young boy, he was assigned to carry heavy barrels whose weight they would buckle under.. The assignments varied, each one more demeaning and backbreaking than the next.

Rabbi Kizelnik’s stay at Buchenwald was full of gruesome sights and emotional and physical torture.

Rabbi Kizelnik says that although many of these terrible memories are hazy, there’s one night that he recalls vividly.

He was sitting on his bed together with the boys with whom he shared that tiny bit of space, when a man he didn’t know climbed up to his bunk holding a pair of tefillin. It was the day of Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik’s bar mitzvah, and somehow the stranger knew that. He laid the tefillin on the bar mitzvah boy’s head and arm

and recited the brachos with him. That moment of spirituality against the backdrop of death and devastation, was surreal. For Rabbi Kizelnik, it was a moment of profound inspiration that reinforced his commitment to upholding mitzvah observance despite the turbulence that would come.

“I never saw the man or his tefillin again. Perhaps he was another prisoner who had learned it was my bar mitzvah, or perhaps he truly was an angel.”

About six months later, Rabbi Kizelnik was moved to Berga an der Elster. The conditions were harsh, the guards vicious, the work grueling and the temperatures freezing, but Rabbi Kizelnik’s most difficult memories of that camp are those of extreme hunger barely stilled by a meager portion of bread and very watery soup. Like in the other camps, all he could do was push forward as one backbreaking, brain-numbing day rolled into the next.

And then came the Death March.

It was April of 1945. The Allied Forces were advancing, and the

Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik with his brothers Dovid and Shmuel

Painting of Rabbi Moshe Kizelnik, zt”l

Germans began to march prisoners away from the front. The SS had no qualms about killing any straggler and shot anyone who could not meet the demand to keep walking under the brutal conditions night after night.

The cold was bitter, the only food were morsels the survivors would dig up in towns they passed, and the pace was hard to keep up with. By some miracle, Rabbi Kizelnik survived the 200-kilometer trek to the Czech border.

It was May by that time, and the war was over. The SS men dispersed, looking to escape as their fate turned from hunter to hunted.

The survivors were left stranded. They were alone in a strange country — free, but abandoned.

An Orphan With No Home

They were no longer prisoners, but they were in galus in every sense of the word. The freed prisoners, now refugees, had no idea what to do with their freedom or where to go.

Chaos and confusion reigned. The survivors were homeless, penniless, rootless, with no place to call home.

The Red Cross and other relief organizations set up centers to house the refugees and provided them with food, but what was a thirteen-year-old child to do with no one looking out for him, transplanted in a foreign land with only strangers who were just as lost as he?

Wanting to get out of Czechoslovakia, Rabbi Kizelnik joined others riding

trains from place to place without knowing where they were headed, sometimes getting up on the roof if there was no space in the cars jammed with refugees. Once, he was on a train headed to the Soviet Union, and jumped off at the last minute before the train crossed into communist territory. Another time, a train he was traveling entered the French zone, and since he didn’t have the required documentation for crossing a zone, he was jailed for the night until the authorities could ascertain that he was not an escaping Nazi.

Thirteen-year-old Meyer soon found his way to Innsbruck, Austria, where many other survivors had landed as well. From there, he eventually made his way to Vienna and was directed to a refugee center where Jewish relief agencies oversaw aid and relief efforts for the survivors.

There were refugees from all over at the center, and when the young boy shared that he was from Rozavlea, he was informed that there were others from Rozavlea there, too.

And that’s how he found his oldest brother, Dovid. Seeing him was a charged moment of excitement and deep emotion. A family member of his had survived, and the space between them held pain, uncertainty, relief and grief. They spoke about their experiences, and Dovid informed Rabbi Kizelnik that their sister Bella was alive and had been taken to Sweden to recover. Soon they discovered that their brother Shmuel, too, had survived the terrible war.

Further investigation led to the heartbreaking news that the rest of their family had perished. Their father, their mother and their five remaining siblings had all been lost at the hands of the brutal Nazis.

Forty people remained from the village of Rozavlea. But the village was their village no more.

Settling Down

Dovid took his younger brothers to Szombathely, Hungary, where Dovid married and settled for the time being. Near the entrance of the shul in Szombathely, Rabbi Kizelnik saw a mountain of tefillin that once belonged to Yidden who had been deported. One day, he approached the pile and selected a pair. After all, the bar mitzvah boy needed tefillin

Now, almost 80 years later, Rabbi Kizelnik still davens with these tefillin every day. And while he has since purchased his own set, he uses the tefillin he picked from the pile in Szombathely as a thirteen-year-old, keeping three individuals in mind when he dons them each morning: himself, the original owner of the tefillin shel rosh and the original owner of the tefillin shel yad

Rabbi Kizelnik returned to Vienna with Shmuel, from where

Rabbi Kizelnik as a chazzan as a young adult

they were sent to a DP camp in Poking, Germany, where he studied at a yeshiva. Shortly thereafter, he was separated from Shmuel when he was sent to a children’s DP camp in another part of Germany.

A New Life

In 1948, three years after being liberated from the Nazi camps, the now-sixteen-year-old boy found himself aboard the General Stewart enroute to Canada. He settled in Toronto, where he learned in the local yeshiva. When it closed for the summer, he was required to look for work as postwar immigrants were not permitted to become a “burden” on the country that absorbed them.

Finding work in Canada was a huge challenge. There was no field work like in Rozavlea, and nobody wanted to hire Jewish refugees, who were referred to by derogatory names and taunted for not being fluent in the local language.

Determined to find his footing in this new land and become self-sufficient, Rabbi Kizelnik tried job after job. One day it meant traveling with a group of other refugees to a painting job they were ill-trained for, only to be sent straight home. Then there was a short-lived stint in a handbag factory. He worked as an operator until his machine broke down prematurely, and then he did the filthy work of scraping wallpapers. He then served as a shipper hauling packages. Every job had its challenges and tough supervisors to put up with.

“I didn’t want pity,” says Rabbi Kizelnik. “As children of the Holocaust, we knew the onus was upon us to build our lives.” And he was ready to do whatever it would take to establish himself.

Rabbi Kizelnik enrolled in classes to learn English, and determined to follow in the

footsteps of his father and grandfathers who led congregations, he invested hours and efforts in his learning and studies. He enrolled in Yeshivas Merkaz HaTorah and learned there extensively, eventually getting semicha from Rabbi Pinchas Hirschprung, zt”l, the chief rabbi of Montreal who had been the prized student of Rabbi Meir Shapiro, zt”l

While heavily invested in his studies, Rabbi Kizelnik continued with the employment options available to him to support himself. He did a stint as a chazzan during the Yomim Noraim, taught private lessons (he graduated from a teaching seminary and was a qualified teacher), and served as a shomer for the chevra kaddisha. Later, he served as chazzan both in Canada and the United States for a number of years, as well as a baal korei and mashgiach for kosher food establishments.

Rabbi Kizelnik’s dream came true when he was appointed rabbi of Agudath Achim in Sherbrooke, Quebec. That was

the beginning of his decades-long career in rabbanus, which was the greatest revenge against those who sought to kill him. In this capacity, Rabbi Kizelnik encouraged scores of Yidden over the years, bringing them closer to Hashem, teaching them about shmiras hamitzvos and imbuing them with emunah

In 1966 Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik married his devoted wife, Pnina (nee Werner), and they were blessed with three children to whom they passed on their legacy of love for Hashem and love for life.

The Only Answer

We’re still in galus and in so much pain. So many of us are enduring hardship and tragedy. What is a message, some words of chizuk, that Rabbi Meyer Kizelnik can share?

As a rabbi in various shuls for over sixty years, as a survivor of the greatest atrocities known to man, Rabbi Kizelnik has dealt with questions often.

People want to understand: How did Hashem allow for the Holocaust to happen? Why are there so many unspeakable tragedies befalling great people? Why does Hashem allow so much heartbreak?

“My only answer is that there are no answers down here,” Rabbi Kizelnik says. “Only Hashem alone can answer that question.”

This is how Rabbi Kizelnik survived. This is how he pushed forward and built his life from scratch when he lost everything.

And this is how we survive — by trusting and by believing in Hashem’s plan, even when we don’t understand.

Visiting Auschwitz upon the 75th anniversary of its liberation, Rabbi Kizelnik davens with the pair of tefillin he picked up in Szombathely post-war

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SEUDAH HAMAFSEKES

The prevalent minhag is to eat a full meal, recite Birchas Hamazon or other bracha acharonah, daven Mincha, and then eat the seudah hamafsekes

Only one cooked dish should be eaten during the seudah hamafsekes. Today, the prevalent custom is to eat hard-boiled eggs.

Additional non-cooked items, such as raw vegetables or fruits, may also be eaten at the seudah hamafsekes

The prevalent minhag is to eat toasted bread with salt, dipped in ashes.

One sits on the floor during the seudah hamafsekes, but one’s shoes need not be removed until the fast starts.

Both men and women who will be fasting should eat the seudah hamafsekes

No more than two men should eat a seudah hamafsekes together, to avoid requiring a zimun

There is no seudah hamafsekes when Tisha B’Av falls on Sunday or is a nidche

Eating is permitted after the seudah hamafsekes prior to shekiyah, as long as one does not have specific intent to begin observing the fast.

LEARNING ON TISHA B’AV

The Rema cites the minhag not to learn on Erev Tisha B’Av, except for the items permitted to learn on Tisha B’Av itself.

Many poskim argue against this Rema and permit learning on Erev Tisha B’Av. L’halacha, it is preferable to learn Tisha B’Av topics on Erev Tisha B’Av, but if one desires to learn other material, he may be lenient in this regard.

Although it is not permitted to learn on Tisha B’Av, one is allowed to learn the sugyos related to the Churban and devarim haro’im (other tragic events), as well as all of hilchos Tisha B’Av

According to many poskim, there is an obligation to learn the above topics on Tisha B’Av as talmud Torah

One would be exempt from talmud Torah only when fully absorbed in the Churban, but today people are generally not on that level.

FASTING ON TISHA B’AV

One who is aching or has mild pain should fast, unless bedridden or sick with a condition.

One who is ill and unable to fast should preferably eat and drink in minimum shiurim if possible, unless they have a preexisting health condition.

A woman within 30 days of childbirth does not fast on Tisha B’Av.

Women in other extenuating circumstances are required to fast on Tisha B’Av, unless they are feeling ill. We follow the ruling of the poskim who hold that they are exempt from fasting on Tisha B’Av that is a nidche

Here we present a summary of Hilchos Tisha B’Av according to Ashkenazic custom, based on the Shulchan Aruch, poskim and the halacha shiurim of Rabbi Bezalel Rudinsky, Rosh Yeshivah of Yeshivas Ohr Reuven and Rav of Kahal Ahavas Yitzchok. This halacha summary was compiled by his talmid Rabbi Heshy Friedman.

WASHING AND ANOINTING ON TISHA B’AV

One may wash his hands and body if they are dirty.

Netilas yadayim and washing after using the bathroom are done up to the knuckles, in the same manner as on Yom Kippur.

One who moves his bowels washes his hands fully with soap afterward.

One may apply deodorant on Tisha B’Av.

One may use moisturizer or cream to heal dry skin on Tisha B’Av.

LEATHER SHOES ON TISHA B’AV

Although all non-leather shoes are permitted, shoes that have a soft bottom through which one can feel the ground (such as slippers, Crocs or flip-flops) are preferred.

Even children who are not fasting should avoid wearing leather shoes.

GREETING ON TISHA B’AV

One may not greet a friend on Tisha B’Av, and this includes saying “good morning.”

However, saying “hello” is permitted.

One needs to be careful not to offend anyone by ignoring them because of this halacha. If one is greeted, there is an obligation to respond, though it should be done in a lower tone than usual.

TISHA B’AV ACTIVITIES

One should not try to kill time on Tisha B’Av, but should rather spend time on things that are appropriate for the somber nature of the day.

One should not go for a walk, take a leisurely shopping trip, or chat idly on Tisha B’Av.

Regular household activities such as food shopping and meal preparation may be conducted.

The Rema states the custom to visit a cemetery after leaving from shul on Tisha B’Av morning.

WORKING ON TISHA B’AV

Preferably, one should take off from work on Tisha B’Av.

If one cannot take the entire day off from work, he should refrain from working at least until chatzos

Any melacha that involves a process that takes time should also be avoided on Tisha B’Av.

One who does work on Tisha B’Av will not see siman bracha from that melacha

One may have a non-Jew do work for them on Tisha B’Av.

GENERAL TISHA B’AV HALACHOS

One should limit his comfort level when going to sleep on Tisha B’Av, such as by using fewer pillows than usual.

Since the tallis is not put on until the afternoon, one should make a bracha on tzitzis upon donning a tallis katan in the morning.

If one forgot Nachem or Aneinu in Shemoneh Esrei, and he has already finished the bracha, he does not need to go back or repeat Shemoneh Esrei.

AFTER TISHA B’AV

Our general minhag is to wait until after Tisha B’Av to do Kiddush Levanah.

All activities prohibited during the Nine Days and Three Weeks may be resumed the day after Tisha B’Av at chatzos

If Tisha B’Av falls on Shabbos and is nidche, one may wash laundry and cut their hair immediately after the fast ends on Sunday night.

During a nidche, one must wait until the morning after Tisha B’Av to consume meat and wine, but need not wait until chatzos

When Tisha B’Av falls or is observed on Sunday, Havdalah may be made on wine or grape juice. The Havdalah comprises only Hamavdil and Borei Pri Hagafen.

When Tisha B’Av falls on Thursday, one may bathe and cut their hair on Friday morning, and need not wait until chatzos

When Tisha B’Av falls on Thursday, one may wash laundry Thursday night after Tisha B’Av if there is a great need, such as when there’s an overwhelming collection of laundry that children are waiting for.

Disclaimer: Some poskim may rule differently on various halachos. Please consult your halachic authority for personal guidance.

This author can be contacted at heshyfriedman@gmail.com.

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Your Tisha B’Av Day Camp Guide

Dear Preteen,

Yes, I’m talking to you, ten-, eleven-, almost twelve-year-old girls. How does it feel, being the oldest one in your family who won’t be fasting? Do you want to make a huge difference this Tisha B’Av? I’m sure you do.

Here’s the plan. How about telling everyone in your family who will be fasting that this Tisha B’Av, you’ll be running your very own spectacular day camp for your younger siblings? This is an amazing opportunity for you to step up and show what you’re capable of. Just think of all the amazing zechusim you’ll be creating on this day!

Are you pumped to do this? Yesssss!

Below you’ll find a basic schedule along with ideas and instructions. Consider the schedule’s activities and times suggestions rather than exact instructions. If your siblings wake up early, or if they play nicely in the morning and don’t like to rush to get ready, adjust the timing. If you find that a certain activity won’t work because you don’t have enough space or the right supplies, substitute it with your own ideas. I’m sure you can think of many great activities that can work with your siblings.

Tip: A few days before Tisha B’Av, read through the entire day camp schedule. Keep a pen and paper handy, and write down any supplies you’ll need to purchase or collect from around the house. You can also make a note of any questions you might have for an adult.

CHANA MENDLOWITZ

10:00–10:20 A.M.

GETTING DRESSED

THE DETAILS:

Ask an adult what the kids should wear and where all their clothes are a day or two before Tisha B’av so you don’t have to disturb any adults while they’re fasting

TIP:

If you make sure to be dressed before your siblings, you’ll manage to stay much calmer when they ask for your help getting dressed — all at the same time.

10:20–10:40 A.M

BREAKFAST

THE DETAILS:

Serving a simple-to-prepare breakfast will save your energy and patience for later in the day. Here are a few ideas:

Cereal and milk

Yogurt

Peanut butter cracker sandwiches

Bread with cream cheese or peanut butter

PREP:

Leave a few slices of bread in a bag on the counter the night before so it’s defrosted when you need it.

TIP:

The most important rule here is to stay calm, even as you wipe up that second cup of spilled juice or tell little Levi once again that no, he cannot have Shabbos cereal for breakfast on a fast day. You’re doing amazing!

10:40–11:00 A.M.

DAVENING

THE DETAILS:

Davening with children of different ages can be challenging.

The older ones should have a siddur with them. Start by saying Modeh Ani aloud and continue through Birchas Hashachar. As soon as the older children reach a tefillah that the preschoolers don’t say yet, they should get up and continue davening quietly in a different room.

TIP:

If the younger ones are done before the older children, sing slow songs about galus and geulah, such as Ani Ma’amin.

11:00–11:10 A.M.

STORY TIME

THE DETAILS:

Gather on a cozy rug, and tell your siblings a story. Young children cannot sit in one place for too long, so keep the story interesting and short.

PREP:

Prepare a story about friendship or achdus, such as the story of the two brothers who met with bales of hay in the middle of the night. Ask an adult for details if necessary.

SUPPLIES:

To make things even more exciting, you can use puppets as characters in the story.

TIP:

If you see a child growing fidgety, try interacting with them, such as asking a question about the story. This will keep them more engaged.

11:10–11:40 A.M.

11:40–12:10 P.M.

SCRATCH-OFF PROJECT TREASURE HUNT

DETAILS:

THE

Start the children off with the first clue.

Examples:

• The coldest place in the house (freezer)

• Where we welcome guests (front door)

• Where the whole family spends time together on Shabbos (dining room table)

At each location, the children find an item with the next clue on it until all ingredients for lunch have been collected.

PREP:

DETAILS:

THE

Have the children color an entire paper in lots of different colors, using markers. When done, the entire sheet should be colored in a dark layer of black crayon. Then give each child one skewer. This will be used to scratch a design through the black layer, exposing the colors below. Let children choose a design or guide them to do a specific picture (e.g., writing their name or drawing a house).

SUPPLIES: Cardstock Markers

Lots of black crayons Skewers

TIP:

Younger children may find this activity too tedious and may grow frustrated. Give those children coloring pages instead.

12:10–1:00 P.M.

LUNCH

THE DETAILS:

Hide the following around the house, each one with a sticky note on it leading to the next clue:

Bread

Ketchup

Cheese

Oregano

Betty Crocker or sandwich maker

Parchment paper

Plastic knives

Plastic plates

TIP:

Leave the cheese in the fridge to keep it fresh. Give the children a clue leading to the fridge, and when they’ll see the sticky note on the cheese, they’ll know to take that. Also, make sure not to hide any clues in a place where an adult may be resting.

Spread a plastic tablecloth on the kitchen table. Plug in the Betty Crocker or sandwich maker on the counter (be careful to keep away from little fingers). Give every child a plate, two slices of bread, a plastic knife and a handful of shredded cheese or slice of American cheese. Guide each child to create their own grilled cheese sandwich. Put the sandwiches into the Betty Crocker or sandwich maker for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted. Invite your siblings to wash and enjoy their yummy lunch.

If you are able to, cut up some vegetables and place in the middle of the table. Make sure to give each child a drink. Bentch together and then do a quick clean-up.

SUPPLIES:

All components needed for the hunt.

TIP:

Remember to compliment all the children who help.

“Gitty, thank you for putting the ketchup back into the fridge.”

“Menachem, you are being really helpful.”

And don’t forget to compliment yourself. You are doing such an amazing job entertaining all the children!

1:00–1:20 P.M.

1:20–1:45 P.M.

FREE PLAY OUTDOOR PLAY

THE DETAILS:

Remind all children how important it is to play nicely and not fight, especially on Tishah B’Av.

PREP:

Select one or two toys that work for a group such as Lego, Magna Tiles or cars. Older children can be offered books or a game.

SUPPLIES:

Smiley stickers for all children who are playing calmly and nicely.

TIP:

Two minutes before the end of free play, give the children a heads-up that clean-up will take place very shortly. Make sure that all toys are put away before continuing to the next activity.

THE DETAILS:

If you have a swing set or trampoline, now is a great time to use it. Otherwise, play a game of Simple Simon or catch.

PREP:

Decide which outdoor activity you will be doing ahead of time. Make sure the children get to move around to let off energy.

TIP:

Make sure that children are supervised at all times and do not have access to the street, especially if you do not have a fenced-in yard. If there’s a specific swing that more than one child wants, give each child a two-minute turn. You can use a timer so the kids feel reassured that their turn is coming.

1:45–2:05 P.M.

FOOD CRAFT

THE DETAILS:

Give every child two graham crackers, some jam in a 1 oz. liquor cup, green sprinkles or lasso candy, a paper pan lid (or a sheet of paper) and a plastic knife. Have the children break each graham cracker neatly in four, so that each child now has 8 “bricks.” These bricks can now be used to create a Kosel by smearing jam onto the paper lid and sticking cookies on to resemble a wall. When the Kosel is ready, use more jam to attach the green sprinkles or lasso between the cracks to resemble grass. Now for the best part: Everyone can enjoy their delicious snack. Don’t forget a bracha!

SUPPLIES:

Graham crackers

Jam Green lasso or sprinkles

Plastic knives

TIP:

Paper lids for 5 lb. aluminum pans

Spreading a plastic tablecloth on the table before starting makes cleaning up so much easier.

ITS NOT ABOUT THE CHEESE

2:05–2:20 P.M.

GENERAL HOUSE CLEANUP

DETAILS:

THE

Maybe it doesn’t seem like the most exciting activity, but you can do your best to get the children eager to straighten up. Have the kids look around in one room and notice everything that needs to be tidied. Does the floor need to be swept? Are there toys that need to be put away? Are there things on the table? Are there shoes lying around on the floor?

If you want, you can take a picture of the room the way it is. Then, set a timer for five minutes. When you say, “Go!” everyone starts cleaning up. When the timer rings, point out how much better the room looks. Or, if you took a picture, have them compare what the room looked like before to how it looks now. Repeat in another one or two rooms.

SUPPLIES:

Camera (optional)

Timer

TIP:

It’s wise to give the younger ones very clear instructions rather than saying “clean up.” “Leah’la, put your Floafers in the closet.”

“Avrumi, make sure all the tissues and plastic cups from the floor go into the garbage can.”

2:20–2:45 P.M.

BAKING MUFFINS

THE DETAILS:

Choose an easy recipe that can be mixed by hand in a bowl, and have the children take turns adding ingredients. I’m including a yummy recipe for Cappuccino Fudge Muffins that my family enjoys and is super simple to assemble.

PREP:

Having all ingredients measured out before the children start “helping” makes the baking session run so much smoother.

SUPPLIES:

Everything that is needed as per the recipe you will be using.

TIP:

Try baking something that you’ve already done a few times and are familiar with so it’ll be easier for you to manage making it with the kids.

CAPPUCCINO FUDGE MUFFINS

INGREDIENTS

1½ cups oil

8 eggs

1½ cups sugar

1½ cups brown sugar

4 tsp. vanilla sugar

4 cups flour

1⅓ cups cocoa

1½ tsp. baking powder

1 package cappuccino flavored chips

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°.

2. Place oil, eggs and sugars in a bowl. Mix using a spatula or wooden spoon, until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients, and mix until well combined.

4. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full.

5. Bake for 25 minutes. Do not overbake!

2:45–3:15 P.M.

FINISHING UP

THE DETAILS:

While the muffins bake, the kids can decorate cupcake liners with markers and stickers. Hopefully, they’ll keep busy enough to give you the opportunity to clean up the mess from baking. When the muffins are ready, wait for them to cool off before giving one to every child to place in their decorated cupcake liner.

SUPPLIES:

White cupcake liners

Markers

Stickers

TIP:

Put the rest of the muffins away quickly before everyone clamors for more. I’m sure that with the heavenly smell in the house, all the adults will want to taste one as soon as they break their fast.

Phew! Have you ever worked this hard before? Probably not. But look at all that you’ve done! You managed to keep the kids happy, helped your parents and older siblings fast more easily, and proved that you’re one super-capable preteen! You did it! I hope you’re as proud of yourself as Hashem surely is.

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BITS OF WITS

SHEVY HOLLANDER

SPELL

IT OUT

The infamous Gestapo came into being in Nazi Germany in 1933. Its name is an acronym of Geheime Staatspolizei, which means “secret state police.”

Gestapo headquarters at PrinzAlbrecht-Straße 8 in Berlin (1933)

THE KAKIAT PATENT

SETTING COMMON MISTAKES STRAIGHT

The words disinterested and uninterested are often confused by English speakers. Disinterested is mostly used as a synonym for unbiased, and uninterested is used to express that no interest is being displayed.

Therefore you may ask an opinion of a disinterested party, but you probably won’t get someone who is uninterested on your team.

PIECE OF HISTORY

A large part of Rockland County, including Monsey, Spring Valley, Pomona, and Pearl River, as well as some land in present-day Bergen County, New Jersey, was once under the Kakiat Patent. In colonial times, land patents were granted by the British Crown to proprietors who’d survey and subdivide the properties and then convey individual allotments.

The Kakiat Patent was part of a vast tract of over 35,000 acres granted in 1696 by the Province of New York, in the name of the king of England, to two enterprising individuals by the names of Daniel Honan and Michael Hawdon, who then subdivided it into a north and south moiety with a number of lots in each.

Called “Kackyacteweke” by the Indians, the term was soon shortened and simplified to “Kakiat,” by which it was thereafter known and perpetuated.

When the Erie Railroad first passed through Monsey (see last week’s issue), the original marker hanging on the platform read “Kakiat,” before it was changed to “Monsey.” Incidentally, Kakiat Park was actually in the area of the the Harris Patent, and not the Kakiat patent.

Though the focus of this map is the Tappan Patent, you can see Spring Valley, New City and Pearl River on the top right in the north part of the Kakiat Patent

FLOWER POWER

Use the following letters to list 5 words, each using 7 letters and up. Only the center letter must be used, and letters can be repeated. Bonus points for pangrams (words that use all seven letters).

H A R O I C T

Name a common English phrase for each item on the list that includes a word associated with this week’s theme.

Theme: Countries

1. You need to adapt to the people around you

2. I have no clue what you’re saying

3. When the heat is unbearable we’re having this

4. Complicated and hard to grasp

5. No way I’m doing that

6. A Yankee through and through

7. Takes a gift back

8. This is taking way too long

9. Each paying for our own portion

10. Leave without permission

ADD TO DICTIONARY

WORDS YOU MAY NOT KNOW THAT SAY THINGS IN A WHOLE NEW WAY

Though it’s not English (yet?), this is a handy word to become friends with. Kuchisabishi (koo chee sah bee see), translated as “lonely mouth,” is a Japanese term used to express the act of eating when bored.

SAY IT WITH A TWIST

WHEN A DOCTOR DOCTORS A DOCTOR, DOES THE DOCTOR DOING THE DOCTORING DOCTOR AS THE DOCTOR BEING DOCTORED WANTS TO BE DOCTORED?

SO RANDOM!

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What we call a coffee bean is actually the seed of a fruit that makes this most popular beverage. Coffee grows on shrubs and bushes, which produce small red fruit — coffee cherries. Each coffee cherry’s “pit” consists of two seeds. These are removed, dried for weeks, hulled and then roasted using various techniques, before finally being turned into the brew we love.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW?

We welcome town trivia, historical facts and photos, and Torah-themed riddle submissions. We’d also love to hear if you have additional answers to our puzzles! Email comments@themonseyview.com to add your very own bits of wits.

Please include your name and contact information.

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2. Once you have a winner, fill out the form below in its entirety

3. Email the form to comments@ themonseyview.com or fax to 845600-8483 by Sunday at midnight.

4. Two winners will be drawn each week, each of whom will win a pastrami sandwich and a can of soda!

PLAYING RULES:

Find words on the board containing four letters or more. Letters of a word must be connected in a chain (each letter should be adjacent to the next either vertically, horizontally or diagonally), and each letter can only be used once in a given word.

The following are not allowed in Boggle: Adding “s” to a word • Proper nouns • Abbreviations • Contractions • Acronyms

POINTS

4-letter words: 2 points | 5-letter words: 3 points | 6-letter words: 5 points | 7-letter words: 7 points | 8-letter words: 9 points | 9+ letters: 12 points

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Full name of winner: _________________________________________________________

Amount of points:

Full names of competing players:

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NAME OF WINNER: Totty

AMOUNT OF POINTS: 82

NAMES OF COMPETING PLAYERS: Moishy, Rivky

SOME WORDS ONLY THE WINNER FOUND: douse, heeding, weeding, weeping

THE LONGEST WORD FOUND ON THE BOARD: housekeeping

A NEW WORD LEARNED FROM THE BOARD: stoke

WINNER 2

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NAME OF WINNER: Mommy

AMOUNT OF POINTS: 11

NAMES OF COMPETING PLAYERS: Yoel Aharon, Laya, Sara

SOME WORDS ONLY THE WINNER FOUND: stun, song, dung, stony

THE LONGEST WORD FOUND ON THE BOARD: snide

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44 Parker Blvd. Monsey. Designer home in Forshay area. This luxurious modern home has 6 bd 5.5 bths + office, 5446 SF + 2771 SF basement, Low Taxes and Util. Walk to 12+ shuls, R’ Moskowitz, R’ Schlesinger, R’ Warfman, R’ Rotenberg, R’ YY Jacobson. More info on Zillow.com. Asking Price $3.85 Mil. Call: 917-693-2953.

OFFICE FOR RENT

Newly renovated offices for rent on LENORE AVE. please call 845 533 2427

MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA

Collins Ave. Beautiful ocean view. 1 bedroom apt. for rent. 347.760.0570

Classifieds

RETAIL BUILDING FOR SALE

Retail building in haverstraw on rt 9w 4,000 sf, asking $999k, great location, text or call 845.203.1120

STORAGE/OFFICE

SPACE FOR RENT

Wesley Hills Walkout, 400 square feet, 2 rooms plus bathroom. Available August 15, 718986-3368

OFFICE SPACE

Looking for private office space in the Wesley Hills / Forshay area? Private, quiet, clean 250 square ft space available! Kitchenette, patio area, private bathroom and designated parking area. Text 845-418-5916 for more info. Available immediately!

NEW OFFICE

Brand new single offices for rent starting at 580 on Old Turnpike Road. Utilities and internet included. Please text 917-622-8489

OFFICES

New high end offices available in the Ellish area. Please call 845-671-6309

LAKEHOUSE VILLA

Luxurious 3 bedroom lake house villa in Case Grande Arizona. Private pool fully stocked kosher kitchen. 520.251.4459

WEST PALM BEACH

For the best Real Estate deals, Call: Mrs. Debby Schwartz 203.667.2785

WEST PALM BEACH FOR SALE

Wellington M, 2 Bedroom apt. Ground Floor FOR SALE. Call: 347.760.0639

MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA

Carriage Club North, beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, ground floor, for rent. Call: 347.499.0031

SUMMER RENTAL/ SHABBOS NACHAMU

Monsey 5 BDRM House available Aug 15-Aug 25 845.517.8409

LINDEN-LUXE EXPERIENCE

New Pristine Cathedral Ceiling House in Linden. 5 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms. Stocked Playroom. Patio Seating. Swing set. Trampoline. All Shab Amenities. 5 min to shul. Located near grocery. Heated pool sep hours avail nearby/ option to rent. Call/text 718989-1406.

FLORIDA RENTAL

Beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bath villa with inground heated pool and hot tub available in North Miami, Price per night $289. Pictures available. Special discount for a week+. Call/Text 845327-7153

NORTH MIAMI FL

2-bedroom, 2-baths with private heated pool and spa. From $325 per night. Call/ Text: 917-382-4810, email: 1752nmb@gmail.com

SHABBOS RENTAL

Looking to get away for a Shabbos? Kingston, NY is the place. More info at ChabadUlsterCounty.org/ Accommodations or 845331-1176

SUMMER RENTAL!

Large colonial, Beautiful grounds. Chestnut Ridge. Private cul-de-sac. Shul on block. Min one week. Aug 6-28. 845-213-8987

SUMMER RENTAL

Tannersville NY. Huge. 3000sqft. Newly built. Mountain Views. 5br/3ba. 9beds. Gameroom. AC. Linens/ Toiletries. Fenced. Multiple Shuls/Mikvahs and Restaurant/Grocery. Text 9173253002.

YESHIVA CAMPUS/MINI BUNGALOW COLONY!

Last minute opportunity! 70+ Beds. 5 separate family units plus Bais Medrash. Chestnut Ridge. August 6- August 29. 845-213-8987

HELP WANTED

TEACHER POSITION

Looking for a warm, passionate teacher for a young special ed boy’s class in a heimish mainstream environment. Experience preferred. Supportive environment. Email your resume to mbdeutsch@ legadel.org.

KINDERGARTEN MORAH

Cheder seeks a warm, devoted kindergarten Morah for the upcoming school year. Masters degree a plus. Supportive work environment. Please call 845-558-6699 or email ykapplicants@gmail.com

DRIVERS NEEDED

Looking for female drivers for a new organization in Monsey for teens at risk. Call 845-558-5896

WE ARE HIRING

Become part of our team in a specialized education setting. Competitive pay! Outstanding training! Great environment! Positions open for Assistant / Aides. Part time positions available. Email: resumes@ ohreducation.org - Call: 845.352.3307 ext:138

HELP WANTED

Looking for a full-time Bookkeeper/Secretary, Female office located next to Bates area. QuickBooks knowledge is a must. Please send your resume to office@ akoyabookkeeping.com

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!

B.Y.E. seeking qualified afternoon co-teachers, permanent subs, and experienced Title 1 reading mentors. Email resume to resumes@ baisyaakovelementary.org

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$180k-$230k Riverhead, NY

Operations Manager

$150k-$200k Linden NJ

Corporate Compliance Officer (Therapy In Nursing Home)

$120K-$180K Monsey/ Hybrid

Level 2 IT Tech

$120k-$160k New Jersey/ Upstate

Operations Manager

$100k-$120k Monsey (Brooklyn Once a Week)

Yeshiva Administrator

$120k-$150k Rockland County

Office Manager

$80k-$100k Upper Saddle River. NJ

Office Manager (Female Office)

$80k-$100k Monsey

Office Manager

$70k-$90k Monsey (Travel Once Week)

Insurance Underwriter

$70k-$110k New Jersey/ Hybrid

Office Manager

$70k-$90k Monsey (Travel Once a Week to Brooklyn)

Salesman (Construction)

$75k+ Commission NYC

Account Manager ( Finance & Insurance)

$60k-$90k Monsey NY

Mortgage Processor

$50k-$60k Monsey

Email: Yisroel

@SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Site Director (Preschool)

$75k-$105k Manhattan, NY

Licensed Teacher (Preschool UPK)

$68k Manhattan, NY

Licensed Teacher

Preschool 2-3 yr olds

$50k-$58k Manhattan, NY

Office Admin (Education)

$50k-$60k Manhattan, NY

Email: Sophia

@SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Licensed Nursing Home Admin

$200k-$240k West Caldwell, NJ

Supply Chain Manager

$90k-$130k Woodbridge NY

Email: AdinaS

@SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Bookkeeper

$70k Passaic

Field RN

$45-$55/Hourly NYC Area

Email:Brocha @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

OBGYN

$200k-$275k Monsey

Data Analyst (Wholesale)

$100k Monsey

Tax Accountant

$80k-$150k Monsey Monroe

Production Engineer (Awning)

$60k-$150k Sloatsburg, NY

Amazon Account Manager

$70k-$120k Middletown

Buyer

$90k-$100k Bayonne NJ

Graphic Artist

$85k Bayonne NJ

Amazon Admin (Exp Required)

$70k-$100k Monsey

Full Stack Development Coordinator

$75k+ Monsey

Legal Assistant

$60k-$80k Monsey

AP Admin

$50k-$75k Chestnut Ridge

Marketplace Manager

$50k-$60k NYC

Email: RickyR @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Level 3 IT Tech

$150k+ Monroe

Coordination Supervisor

F/T

$50k+ Monroe

Store Salesman (Silver)

BOE Monroe

Seamstress

$20/Hourly Monroe

Email: ChanaF @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

LNHA

$130k-$200k Buffalo NY

LNHA

$140k-$200k Duchess County, NY

Email: BailaG @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Medical Biller

$150k-$300k Five Towns

Salesman (Menswear Exp A Must)

$80k-$100k+ Manhattan

Amazon Account Manager

$70k-$90k Manhattan

Amazon Product Lister (Menswear)

$60k-$80k Manhattan

Email: Becky @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Buyers Assistant

$70k-$120k Linden NJ

Bookkeeper

$70k-$100k Linden

Controller/AP Finance Director

$82k+ Monsey

Director Of Operations/ Office Manager

$70k+ Great Neck NY

Loan Processor

Pay BOE Monsey/Monroe

Loan Processor (Entry Level)

$23-$25/Hourly Monsey/ Linden-Remote

Email: Peri @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Sr Account Executive (insurance)

$90k-$100k New City

Email: Hindy @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Office Position At Kitchen Design

$60k-$100k Monsey

Medicaid Specialist

$65k-$70k BOE Remote Bookkeeper

$65k+ Yonkers

Intake Specialist (Healthcare)

$50k-$70k Suffern

Office Assistant (Healthcare)

$40k Suffern

Sales Lady (Retail)

$25/Hourly Monsey

Email Rutie @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

Recruiter/Intake Manager

$50k-$70k Spring Valley

Email: Leah @SwiftStaffingGroup.com

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Classifieds

5TH GRADE

Seeking General Studies Teacher. Supportive environment, very competitive salary, incredible boys! M-Th, 1-4pm. Please email resume to rgilden@ cliftoncheder.org.

BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL

is seeking Junior High English Teacher, ELA/ Math Remedial Teachers, Permanent Substitutes, Co-teachers and Teachers Assistants for the ‘24’25 school year. Join our supportive, warm environment and help our students thrive! Please send resume to Hr@basmikroh. org

FOSTER HOME WANTED EVENINGS/WEEKENDS

Towe high-functioning boys in their early 20s need a warm and caring home for evenings and weekends. For more information contact: Chana Schwartz By email: at cschwartz@share-247.org or call: 201-923-1658

ENGLISH TEACHER

Cheder in Monsey is looking for experienced 5th Grade English Teacher (male). *Supportive Environment *Excellent discipline program in place *Detailed and easy to follow curriculum *Curriculum coaching and prep help provided *Competitive Pay. For more information or to apply please call: 718-4502538

HELP WANTED

Looking for a girl to take a 16 year old high functioning girl swimming twice a week. Opwdd rates. Please call: 845426-2199 Extension: 1740

AFTERNOON ELEMENTARY MORAH

Are you a graduate or teacher seeking an afternoon position? A boy’s yeshiva seeks a lower elementary Morah for the upcoming school year. Supportive environment. Great pay for the right individual. Please call 845-558-6699 or email to ykapplicants@gmail.

YSV GIRLS

Yeshiva of Spring Valley Girls General Studies Department Seeking the following Staff for the 24-25 school year: •Pre 1A and 1st Grade Teacher •Lower grade assistants. Monday – Thursday 12:50 – 4:00pm. Competitive salary, warm, supportive environment. Email resume: treitzer@yeshivaspringvalley. org and call (845)356-1400 #223

HOMECARE-INTAKE

Home Care Agency in Monsey / Nanuet is looking to hire an Intake Coordinator (experience preferred). Great Opportunity and Competitive pay for the right individual. Submit your resume to pahomehc@gmail.com.

BCBA POSITION

ABA Riders is looking to hire a BCBA. Well-paid, flexible hours. Contact Rikki 347930-9736/info@abariders. com.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Teacher Assistants needed for upcoming school year 202425. Seeking very capable assistants in a daycare for special needs children. Positive work environment, should have interpersonal skills. Needs to love working with children. Hours: M-Th 9:30-3 & Fri 9:30-12 Please call:845-885-kids/5437 (option 2)

ART MENTOR

Seeking a dedicated Englishspeaking art mentor for an 11-year-old boy during day camp and/or after hours. 845-200-2925 ext 812 or email resume to mkohn@ elevateny.org

PART TIME SECRETARY

Local spring valley office seeking female professional, motivated and detail oriented afternoon part time secretary. Must have familiarity in quickbooks & excel. Very pleasant & heimishe atmosphere. Please email resume to hiringnow259@gmail.Com

Classifieds help wanted

MORAH & ASSISTANT

Looking for a Morah and assistant for upcoming school year. Great environment, excellent pay! Text or call 845-587-5813

HELP WANTED

Construction office looking to hire a full-time secretary and project manager. Preferable knowledge of QuickBooks. Please email your resume to officejobs4832@gmail.com

NEW HIRE!

Seeking to hire a full time female secretary for a customer service position, Great pay awaits the perfect candidate. Apply Now Deals@371wheels.com.

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Yeshiva of Spring Valley Girls seeks Office Assistant for the General Studies Department 24/25: •Flexible, warm and friendly •Computer Literate •Driver’s License •Creative personality. Monday – Thursday 11:00 – 5:00pm. Competitive salary, warm, supportive environment. Email resume: treitzer@ yeshivaspringvalley.org and/ or call (845)659-4647

BAS MIKROH DAYCARE

Seeking warm, capable AM teacher and full time assistants for the coming school year. Wonderful working environment. Email resume to hr@basmikroh.org

P/T SECRETARIES

Seeking 2 part time secretaries to work side by side. AAA Lead Professionals. Email resume moshe@aaaleadpro.com

JOB OPENING

Airmont based, fast paced building expediting agency seeking full-time administrative professional. Must be able to multitask, have a professional demeanor on the phone and be detail oriented. Must be efficient, reliable, and responsible. Must have excellent communication skills. Competitive pay commensurate with experience. Please send resume to hiring@markhertzco.com

JOBS AVAILABLE

Part-time & Full-time jobs available. Email TopPartTimeJobs@gmail.com

OFFICE POSITION

Monsey office is looking to hire a PT/FT candidate to assist in our Purchasing department. Must be responsible, organized and possess good communication skills. Offering competitive salary & benefits, in friendly atmosphere. Email MonseyPurchasing@ Gmail.com

SALESLADY OPPORTUNITY

Local Home organizing store is seeking a saleslady with a passion for Home organizing. Must speak Yiddish. Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30-6:30 and Sunday 12-6:45. Call 845-459-3950 lv msg

F/T SECRETARY

Construction Company in Suffern is looking for a full time secretary that has excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and accuracy. QuickBooks knowledge a must. Please send your resume to:secretary7853@ gmail.con

OFFICE POSITION

P&C Insurance Office looking for P/T employee, experience a plus, email resume: insoffice10952@gmail.com

SALON DESK MANAGER

Busy salon seeking a dynamic front desk manager: Do you excel in communication, thrive in a fast-paced office environment, and possess outstanding interpersonal skills? If you are a master of organization, a wizard of communication, and a people person at heart, we want you to be a part of our team! Pls email your resume to jobs@tranees.com

ADMIN ASST

SV Insurance office seeking organized motivated individual with great office skills. FT Pref. Prev Insurance experience is key . Email resume to growth4you@ gmail.com

H.S. SECRETARY

BY High school seeks A.M. secretary from 8:45 am. Candidate will have previous office experience, be computer proficient, detail oriented, quick learner. Email resume to admin@bysmiriam.org

Classifieds

ADMIN ASSISTANT WITH GRAPHIC DESIGN KNOWLEDGE

We are seeking a versatile and talented individual to join our team, full-time, as an administrative assistant who will also do some graphic design projects. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, proficient in administrative tasks, and have excellent work ethic. Please send your resume to Positions238@gmail.com

BAAL KORAY

Seeking Baal Koray every shabbos or when available, 45 min walk south of Chestnut Ridge. Good pay. Text 201.749.2890

WE’RE HIRING!

Upscale jewelry store in monsey is looking to hire a part time energetic sales lady. Sunday’s included. Please email resume: jewelrypersonal@gmail.Com

150+ JOB OPENINGS!

Stop wasting your time going through all the jobs classifieds. Simply email your resume to Info@ SwiftStaffingGroup.com to explore your options & maximize your career. Or Call/Text/ WhatsApp 732-800-7633 Strictly confidential & completely free.

ENGLISH TEACHER

Cheder seeks a vibrant sixth grade English teacher for the upcoming school year. Curriculum and support provided. Great pay. Short hours. Please call 845-5586699 or email ykapplicants@ gmail.com.

HELP NEEDED

Need male to learn weekly with 67 male with mental health issues in Monsey nursing home. Contact samsoncwach@gmail.com

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!

B.Y.E. seeking elementary reading specialist, experience required. Email resume to rfaivelson@ baisyaakovelementary.org

P/T SECRETARY

ABA Riders is looking for a part time secretary to work in Pomona. Contact Rikki 347930-9736.

F/T POSITIONS

Heimishe office in Monsey looking to hire for multiple full-time positions. Please email resume: cs@ affordabledws.com

SERVICES

EARPIERCING

12 years experience. Wide selection. Call/text: 845-5387986

TROUBLE FASTING?

Did you know bee pollen can help you have an easy fast? To order 845-637-6746 text/leave message. free delivery local

SOURDOUGH CLASS

Learn to make your own sourdough from scratch! 2hr class. All supplies included. 249$ call or text 845-517-9356

ARROWSMITH

Is your child still in the same place after all that tutoring?Join Arrowsmith, a research based program that strengthens the brain and eliminates learning disabilities. Call Mrs Feuer 914-260-6449

COMPUTER COURSE

Basic computer course for girls. Private one on one lessons. Call or Text 8452629629

READING TUTOR

Reading tutor specializing in older boys (9-13) struggling with basics despite help. Two years experience in Satmar UTA. MS.ED. $40 per 1/2 hour. 929-444-8803.

MAKEUP ARTIST

Certified makeup artist taking bookings for just $60. Professional and reasonable! Call now to reserve your slot R.T. Sussman 845-304-9041

PETTICOATS FOR RENT! Complete your look! Adult & kids petticoats for rent, Beautiful floral wreath & crown headpieces for rent, Adorable kids jewelry, and more! Call 845-5020153 leave msg or 845746-7248

MASSAGE THERAPY

In The Comfort of Home- *Swedish *Deep Tissue *Lymph *Craniosacral Therapy Call Sarah: 845596-1373

MUSIC LESSONS

Professional music lessons by Mr. Wertzberger now for just $10 per week. Limited time special! 718-435-1923

NEW WEBSITE?

Get your Beautiful, Fast, SEO-Friendly Website done in 14 days, guaranteed. Email efraim@rapidquill.com

AYIN HORAH

The renowned Rebetzin Aidel Miller from Yerushalayim will remove Ayin Horah over the phone. Call till 5:00 PM: 718.689.1902 or 516.300.1490

GARTLECH

We fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. We also teach how to knit & crochet. call: 917-414-3281

• Bookkeeper/ Office Admin, Full-time position, Rent Manager experience preferred, 70k+, Monsey

Looking paRtnERs

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - SaaS Startup, strong background in SaaS, exceptional leadership skills, track record of scaling startups, and experience with private equity exits and investor communication, 225k+, Monsey

• New Jersey Licensed Nursing Home Administrator for Skilled Nursing Facility, 200k, near Monsey

• Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist, 3+ years of strategic procurement roles. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, w/ a fearless approach to reaching out to companies and negotiating terms. Strong analytical skills, capable of analyzing a project and determining the optimal options for procurement, 150k - 200k, Newark NJ

• Controller, Logistics/ Freight Forwarding company. 3+ yrs. relevant experience, Strategic Implementation, Financial Oversight, Technology and IT supervision, Compliance and Risk Management, Operational Leadership, 150k - 180k, near Monsey

• Forecasting Manager, Proven experience in data analytics, forecasting, and inventory management, 150k, 3 days in NYC, 2 days remote

• Controller, Non-Profit company, 3+ yrs. relevant experience, 150k, Monsey

• Accountant, 2+ yrs. nursing home industry experience required w/ bank reporting and dealing with lenders, 150k, Monsey

• Real Estate Asset Manager, 3+ yrs. experience required, construction experience a plus, travel required, 150k, Monsey

• Buyer, Private Label, 3+ yrs. experience, 120k – 150k, Monsey

• Experienced Warehouse Manager, 5+ years relevant experience, 150k, near Monsey

• Clinical Director, Clinical experience in mental health required. Supervise, recruit

and support clinicians and DSS’s. LMSW/ LCSW credentials, 150k, Monsey

• Full Stack Developer, produce scale-able software solutions, healthcare industry, 3 days in Bronx, 2 days remote, 130k

• Procurement Manager, 3+ yrs. experience with indirect procurement, 130k+, Newark, NJ

• Director of Operations, 2+ yrs. operations, finance, and management experience, 125k+, Monsey

• Construction Estimator/ Material Purchaser, construction estimating w/ estimating software experience required, 80k - 120k, Monsey

• Property Manager, 2+ years relevant experience, Maintenance/Renovations, Violations, Tenant/Rental compliance, Evictions, Permits and Vacancies, 100k, Monsey

• Software Developer, 2+ years with C# & Angular/ Flutter, 100k+, Monsey

• Hands-on Mechanic, Programmable Logic Controllers a plus, 100k+ w/ full benefits, Bayonne NJ

• Payroll Administrator, 2+ yrs. experience, 100k + full benefits, Monsey

• Payroll Representative, male office, 2+ years in the nursing home industry, detailoriented, strong communication / analytical skills, proficient in Excel, Outlook, and Word, $85k - 110k, Monsey

• HR – Employee Relations/ Training & Development, 2+ yrs. experience, 75k+, Monsey

• Talent acquisition Specialist, full-time position, 2+ yrs. experience, 75k+, Monsey

• Operations/Office Manager, Real Estate services company, hands-on backend and front-office operations, prior relevant office experience required, 75k+, Monsey

• Paralegal, full-time position, 70k+, Monsey

• Insurance Underwriter, female office, collect data from clients, approach carriers to shop out best policy quotes, 70k+, Monsey

• Full-time Case Liaison Manager, female office, 2+ yrs. experience, 65k, Monsey

• Accounts Receivable Tracker, male office, no prior experience required; will provide training. Be energetic, good communication skills, and able to multitask, $55k – 65k, Monsey

• Customer Service/Scheduling/Inside Sales position, male office, 52k, Monsey

• Assistant Warehouse Manager, 50k, Edison NJ

• Field RN, 1 year of RN experience and be willing to do home visits in the Greater Monsey area, $50 - $60/hr.

• Marketing Coordinator, lead design and marketing initiatives, including graphics, emails, social media, and trade shows. Inoffice position, $40/hr. Monsey

• Junior Accountant/Bookkeeper, Bookkeeping, tax preparation and other accounting related tasks, $35/hr. Monsey

• QA Coordinator, Female office, Part-timeFriday required, Excellent reading/ writing skills required. $30/hr. Monsey

• Full-time secretary/front-desk receptionist/customer service positions available. $25 - $30/hr. Monsey

• Admin Assistant, multi-task, tech-savvy, excellent phone/ communication skills. Part-time or Full-time, $30/hr., Monsey

• Part-time Bookkeeper, possible remote, 3+ years bookkeeping experience required, $35/hr., Monsey

• AP Rep, AR Liaison, Payroll Rep positions. $25 - $35/hr., Monsey

• Service Coordinator, entry level, excellent phone/ communication skills, no experience needed, full-time position, $25/ hr. Monsey

• Bookkeeper assistant, female office, basic QuickBooks knowledge, Monday thru Thursday, 9am-5pm, $25 – $30/hr. Monsey

• Software Implementation Specialist, female office, full-time position, Implement, Support Usage and Create documentation for company software, Database/Microsoft Office/technical writing skills required, $30 - $35/hr., Monsey

• Coordinator, female office, interpersonal/ organizational/communication skills, multi-tasking, basic computer knowledge, Monday - Thursday 10am-4pm, Friday 10am-1pm, $30 -$35/hour, Monsey

• Director of Patient Services, RN License required, home care experience, compliance and DPS with management experience. 130k –

full benefits package,

Baby Layettes (845) 213-3646

Layettes Text 718-551-1732

Doula 845-587-1649

Labor Bag 347-604-3274

Pidyon Haben Accessories 845-6427256

Pidyon Haben 845-659-6704

Pidyon Haben Gemach 845-356-3568

Pidyon Haben silver tray 845-558-9589

Formula 347-267-3640 Or 216-8893643

Neocate Formula 718-853-4090

Neocate Formula 845-517-9221

Formula Gemach 845-371-3232

Carseats, Bassinet & Pack N Plays. 425-1202

Carseats, Pack N Plays, Strollers, Pumps 845.425.6826

Doona Car Seat 845-445-7474

Brass Iron Bassinet 917-280-4559

Preemie Clothing 845-520-0475

The Preemie Box 845.664.5768 Or 718.688.5814

Baby Scale 845-578-5639

Baby Headphone 845 356 6797 Or 845 558 9370

Baby Scales 845-694-8985

Easy birth from Koznitzer Maggid 917-514-9461

NICU approved clothing 4.5lb+ 845422-7896/347-382-0016

Nursing pumps 8454999871

Twin layette gift box.719 972 0554. Lv msg.

Baby bassinets 917-618-0909

Brissim

Bris Accessories 617-955-3630

Bris Accessories 845-352-5130

Bris Accessories 425 3873

Bris Accessories 425-6574

Bris Accessories 356-6215

Blue Light 845.425.1919

Poya and bris outfit w/ tefillos 845425-0672

Bris outfit & Poya 917-909-4072

Bris outfit poya, also tefilla cards 845 3564859 Ralph area

Pillow/Benchers 845-213-0602

Knife Sharpening For Mohalim 718384-6214

Segula Stone 347-699-6418

Preemie Outfit 845.558.7065

Krias Shema Board With Stand 425-4540

Free Mohel 347-383-5696

Bris Gemach call/text 845-587-5813

Bris outfit, hat and Puyah 845-5589589

New Bris Gemach -845 549 0316

Simcha

Gowns 845-517- 8808

Mother & Sister Gowns 845-426-7496 Or 845-352-3031.

Gown And Petticoats 347-278-1278

Ivory/white/dusty blue gowns 845371-1765

Floral Bisomim 845-629-2785. Hats $25. 347-351-1604

Elegant Hats 845-517-0838. Bands & Berets 845-371-3556

Tichel 845-548-0014

Mechitza’s, Tables, Chairs Etc. Call 845-445-8015

Hot Water Urns 845-425-9211

Ear-Plugs 845-202-0105. Toys 845-578-6513

Toys 917-538-3453. Clics 845-352-5820

GEMACHIM

Tablecloths (845) 371 2105

Tablecloth 352-8292

Tablecloths 352-8292

Gold Chargers 845-573-9772

shelves, stands, trays & centerpieces

845-425-1721

Siddurs. Sfard: 845-608-7830 Ashkenaz: 845 352 1756 Or 845-826-6718

Siddur/Chumash 558.4774

Benchers 845-642-0910

Bentchers 347-404-2204

Bechers 845-377-5671

Becher, Challah Deklich, Zemiros 845425-0498

Coat Rack And Hangers 845-356-9841

Chuppa Cards 347-278-1278

Chupah Cards 845.222.0456

Chuppah Tefillos Booklets. 845-2130602.

Wedding Kit 845-425-2036

Wedding Kit 845-371-2947

Simcha Powder Room Kit 845-3048154

Accessories Basket 845-371-6857

Children Hair Pieces 3473001679

Portable Chuppah 845-425-4790

Sound System 917-382-8809

Evening Bags 845-549-2929

Shmiras Halashon Cards 537-0069

Earplugs for Simchos 845-328-1071

22 qt crockpots, big hot plates, big pots, perculator 8453238570

Simcha table centerpieces 8456087715

Centerpieces 845-570-7755

Wedding guest accessories basket

845-425-0963

Mechteniste/Teenage Gown Gemach 845-662-4149

Invitation Addressing 845-275-3044

Portable & Plug in Food warmers

845-371-1531

Centerpieces & table top 845.213.6193

Kallah

Yom Hachuppah Cd 845-352-2560

Crowns, veils, shoes, capes 426-0767

Headpieces, Tiaras, Veils 845-425-4221

White Sneakers 917-613-6579

White Shoes 845-200-0211

Dress your kallah stress free. Book 1 week in advance 518-306-1167

Kallah Dresser 845-300-5767

Vort dress gemach 845-499-3086

Kallah fur capes 845-425-7176

Misc

Ribbis Question? 347-977-0628

Notary Public 347-228-8825

Fix necklines 845-238-6691

Hairstyling 845-540-3731

Hair styling 845-502-6558

Haircuts & Styling 845-352-8101/ 845-499-3218

Wash & sets $25, 347-944-0003

Haircutting/Styling 845-263-7057

Haircutting & Styling 845-422-5337

Hospital Supplies 746-8293

Hospital Gown 845-425-8687

Hospital Gown 845-426-4695

Hospital Gowns 845-356-5364

Medical Equipment Email Slmw50@ Gmail.com

DVDS & players for Cholim/Homebound 425-2660

Simcha Maternity 845-425-1725

Maternity Coats Text only 845-521-2912

Bed Rest? Laundry Help. 213-7437

Maternity Clothing 845-445-9687

Maternity Coat Text Only 8455212912

Twin Z Pillows 845-445-9298

Proposal Gemach 347-277-4072

Makeup 845-517-7128

Gps & Waze 845-352-2588 (Minimal Fee)

Kosher Waze 845.587.1708

Roof Carriers 845-659-1863.

Pack N Play Sheets Included. Text: 845-216-4885

Pack n plays 845-426-1177/ 347-6318183

Beautiful nishmas cards 845-729-7390

Poya (outfit, hat, booties) 845-4250672

Help-a-mom. to volunteer call 347977-6816

Phones For Emergencies. 845-3760738

Reflectors 845-356-0815

Reflectors 347-977-6816

Feeding Supplies 845-366-6398

Natural Health Support, text 347 2287578

Ostomy Supplies 845-637-6231

Moving Boxes Text (845) 641-5536

Boxes 845-425-6826 Or 845-608-7830

Boxes 845-642-5286

Boxes Text (845) 641-5536

Heaters 845 362 8666

Phone Gemach 845-445-7422

Air Mattresses 9176537170

Air mattress gemach Text/WhatsApp 9087831676

Tablecloths 845-459-7396

Coat racks & Hangers 845-352-4640

New Tablecloth Gemach 845-459-7396

Tablecloths on New Hempstead 845459-7396

Baby scale 845-540-1710

Cuddles n Cradles 347-243-7495

Outfit and pillow 914-715-2672

Suitcases 845-371-9121

Minor Repairs txt 845-272-4840

Bike Racks 845-659-1863.

Opwdd Sd Advice Email Slfydhm@ Gmail.com

GPS 425-3873

Teacher’s Bulletin 845-425-8046

Computer Advice (862) 248-1931

Loans 347-385-1408

Twin carriages 718-522-3891

Moving Help packing/unpacking 845281-5900

Pack N Plays with sheets text 845280-3470

Therapy toys 1-443-879-3169

Financial planning 7188536016

Digital Cameras 8264062

Phone With Service 845-445-7422

Single parent? Help with shopping etc. 516-203-2616

Hairstyling 845-570-7121

Washing Stations 845.428.9014

Yiddish & English Poems 845-587-3018

Shabbos lamps (914) 391-3787

Lev Simcha music groups/visits 8456082676

Sefer Torah 347-598-0357

Free-shalom bayis 845-213-0602

Mezuzos 845-540-1802

Boys Occasionwear 570-507-4492

Drop in babysitter - (845) 445-9391

laminators & paper cutters msg 845263-7115

Kendamil formula 914-523-0592

Zichron Eliezer mailing Gemach 845213-5617

Vitamin Gemach 845-521-5241

Hachnosas Kallah loan gemach 347415-1525

Heimish Chicken soup 845-352-3959

Purim Costumes 845-641-4684

MASSAGE THERAPY

Massage Therapy By Yossi. We will bring the massage to you. Call or text 347-722-0068

HEATED POOL

Enjoy a beautiful, large heated pool in Montebello for just $100 an hour. Call 347-971-1102 now to book your spot.

CUSTOM PHOTO ALBUMS

We specialize in custom Photo Albums, Chosson, Wedding, etc. Also professional Photo Editing, many years of experience. Special rate for photographers. Call: 347.563.5153

BEAUTIFUL POOL

Large heated pool in New City. Private bathroom and changing rooms. $65 hr weekdays. $75 hr Fridays and Sundays. 845 538 6411

TRANSFORMING TOUCH

Experienced physical therapist now offering TRANSFORMING TOUCH sessions at a 50% introductory rate. (Limit first 5 clients/ 3 sessions each ). TT is a somatic intervention for regulation and healing . Please call/ text 7184902815.

BOOKKEEPING PRO

Sick of hiring bookkeepers that make too many mistakes? Then you need us! Offsite bookkeeping services by experienced CFO’s, and CPA’s. Financial reports, bank recs, AP/AR, & tax preparation, 845-379-4688

PRIVATE POOL

Private: heated pool, hot tub, zip line, trampoline, drinks ,etc. call or text 845-664-5521

GIFT IN A BALLOON!

Bring your own gift and have it stuffed for any occasion! Camp packages, birthdays, anniversaries, Chosson Kallah, Bas Mitzvah etc. $25. Great as a centerpiece as well! Call 646-941-4056

POOL FOR RENT

Chestnut Ridge. $70/hour. Please text 718-637-1355.

WIRELESS WIFI RENTAL

Short or Long Term, for just $25 per week! 718-435-1923

RBT’S/BCBAS

MONSEY LOCATION

• In person and telehealth cases

• Part-time and full-time

• Male and female

• Competitive pay

OT/COTA

MONSEY LOCATION

• Part-time and full-time

• Male and female

• Center/ school-based

• Competitive Pay

• Training Provided

LMSW/ MSW/ LMHC/ MHC

MONSEY LOCATION

• Bilingual

• Part-time and full-time

• Competitive pay

• Training provided

• Center/school based

SLP/CFY

MONSEY LOCATION

• Bilingual

• Part-time and full-time

• Competitive pay

• Training for CFYs

• Center/ school-based

RECRUITER

MONSEY LOCATION

• Previous recruiting experience

• Great communication & phone skills

• Writing skills

• Familiar with social media

• Full-time position

Classifieds

WHOLESALE FISH

Buy by the case & save. Baby & Regular Salmon. Hashgucha Volove Rav. Free delivery to your home. Call Eli: 917.680.4375

CHILDCARE

TREAT YOUR TODDLER

Teacher Rivky’s playgroup reopening in September. Hours 10-3. Extended 9:153:45. Experienced teacher, exciting curriculum, great location (near shopping & offices). Transportation available. 845-828-0364

SMALL GROUP

Two Experienced babysitters forming small group in Francis Stonehouse area, limited slots available, CALL (845)587-7469 OR (845)8250083

TODDLERS GROUP

3-4 year old Montessori

12:30-4:15 SLOT

Limited slots left for afternoon playgroup with highly-experienced Morah in Dexter Park, 18-24 months. Call 248-825-1648 today to register.

GOWNS

IVORY GOWN

Beautiful ivory gown for rent size 2-4. Call or text 845-5969933

GOWNS

Sister of bride gowns for sale 8455026491

MATERNITY GOWN RENTAL

Georgeous selection of maternity gowns affordable prices all sizes...New! Also accepting gowns on consignment. Please call/ text 8458622799

MAGNIFICENT GOWN

WHITE MATERNITY GOWN

White maternity gown size large to sell for great price call 7183098716

WHITE GOWN

Looking to sell a size 2-4 white gown for sister of the bride, please call 347 628 9586

OFF WHITE LACE GOWN

Beautiful off white lace gown for rent for married sister of bride size 2. Call 845-7467248

GOWNS FOR SALE

Magnificent satin off white young adult gown, size 4-6. Stunning off white satin designer gown for ages 6-8. Also, off white wool Shul firen Couture off the Rack dress sz 6-8. Call/text 845659-7989

CHILDRENS WHITE GOWNS

2 white gowns to rent or sell childrens size 4 & 6 call 7189388597

LOST

Lost something? Found something? The Daily Return: Call/text: 845-538-0193, Email: monseydailyreturn@gmail. com

White bag with swimming gear Aug 1 on Route 59, 845642-4576

Baby Bathing Suit the past shabos at Poconos Retreat 347-526-2039

Shabbos shoes and tie that was accidentally left in my wagon at Rockland Kosher call: 848.285.9159 or 848.326.7756 (no text)

Classifieds

FOUND

2 blankets in Shoppers haven. Grey/white & blue. Kafter tehillim 689-9482

Pocketbook at Chaveirim carnival 845-445-5137

Children’s Darice camera at Chuck E Cheese. Text 917 202 3466

Boys shoe on Robert pitt 7/14, Siddur with name Blima on Route 59, bag makeup in arrive taxi a few months ago 9144200212

Watch in Arrive taxi 8456081777

Check in the parking lot in front of Applebank 845-4223305

Earring parking lot 1 Monsey BLvd 845-587-6359

Siddur & Samvix Dynamite Player in Long distance taxi 352-0677

Ateres Freida a ring with diamonds 845-354-0596

Umbrellas in Shoppers haven. grey, black n white, grey n black 845-659-9482

Lot of SD cards and USBs left at Picadilly 8455730100

Tennis bracelet on School Terr 845-652-0422

Brown satchel with seforim July 19, 718-207-5452

Pink baby blanket on Rt 306 845-426-5052

Blue women’s puffer coat

Brand S13 in Adam’s costume Gemach 845-357-1302

Brand name umbrella in Arrive taxi Aug 4, 845-3566215

20 inch bike found on North Cole. Call 845-587-4477

FREE GIVEAWAYS

2 Brand new Men’s suits size 36M 3/4 length 845-659-0274

Beautiful brand name pink/ blush color dress size 4-6. Call or text 3476317346

Natural wood full size crib 845-659-0274

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HELP WANTED

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LOOKING FOR SHADOW

Looking for responsible and caring girl to shadow an adorable 6 year old girl with a physical handicap in a mainstream school. Please call or text 845-570-1285.

MONSEY APT FOR RENT

3.5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Walk In Level, Freshly Painted, C/A, Storage In Basement, Kitchen And Dining Room Are Seperate Rooms. 2100$ Aom Realty Inc. 845 7293284

HELP WANTED

Looking for a responsible and caring girl to take out an adorable toddler boy after school from 3:00-5:00. Excellent pay. Please call or text 845-570-1285.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE

Kitchen company is looking to hire motivated individual

in our office located in monsey area. Experienced or graduates are welcome, we will fully train. Please call 718-399-2900 ext. 2022, or email resume to orders@ kitchenlion.com

PLAYGROUP

New playgroup forming in Airmont, 18-24 months, spacious facilities. Please call 845-476-1570

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FISH LIST

UPDATED

SUMMER ד"פשת

THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF SOME COMMON FISH THAT HAVE/DON’T HAVE A CONCERN OF ANISAKIS WORMS. [This list is only regarding the Anisakis worm].

THE FOLLOWING FISH

(FRESH/FROZEN/SMOKED/CANNED)

ARE FREE OF CONCERN:

Baby Salmon

Bangus

Barramundi

Bronzini (Farm Raised)

Brook Trout (Farm Raised)

Carp

Flounder–only the following:

Fluke (only northern; southern fluke is sometimes infested),

Georgia Banks, and Channel

Gilthead Sea Bream (Dorade) (Farm Raised)

Lemon Sole

Lox (Farm raised, which it usually is, unless marked ‘wild’)

Mullet

Nile Perch (from Lake Victoria-Africa)

Noble (Silver Carp)

Ocean Perch (Canadian)

Pike

Red Perch (Canadian)

Red Snapper (except Pacific)

Sable (only when marked: ‘Farm Raised Black Cod’)

Salmon (Farm Raised)6

(Atlantic, British Columbia, Chilean, New Zealand, Norwegian)

Sardines (with skin & bones) - from Morocco & Philippines

Sardines (Skinless & Boneless or filleted) - all countries

Sea Bass - Blue Nose (New Zealand), Grouper (Mexican), Striped Bass

Tilapia

Trout (Farm raised)

Tuna

Whitefish (Great Lakes/Michigan)

THE FOLLOWING FISH

(FRESH/FROZEN/SMOKED/CANNED)

ARE OF CONCERN:

Butterfish

Canned Salmon (Wild, which it usually is, unless marked ‘farm raised’)

Cod1

Flounder- All other types

(Including: Dabs, Turbot, Yellow Fin Sole, Yellow Tail)

Haddock

Hake2

Halibut3

Mackerel4

Ocean Perch (Icelandic)

Pollock5

Red Perch (Icelandic)

Red Snapper (Pacific)

Sable (is often made from Sea Bass – see Sea Bass)

Salmon (wild)6

Sardines (with skin & bones) - from Portugal, Scotland & Norway

Sea Bass (Australian, Chilean - see footnote7)

Sole

Turbot

Yellow Perch

1 Canned cod liver [not to be confused with cod liver oil] has also been found to be infested.

2 The Badatz of the Eidah Hachareidis in Yerushalayim reports that Hake fillet from South Africa have been found to be clean.

3 The Badatz of the Eidah Hachareidis in Yerushalayim reports that Halibut that comes from Norway & Iceland has anisakis only in the upper part of the fish; the lower part may be used. Alaskan Halibut may be infested in other areas as well.

4 Mackerel from Morocco has been found to be clean.

5 Most fish sticks are made with pollock. Some are made from whole fillet, and some are made from minced fish. There are different methods of making minced fish, and not all methods grind it finely enough to eliminate the concern. [However, some fish sticks are made from fish that are free of concern (Nile Perch, Tilapia)].

6 Most fresh salmon sold in fish stores is farm raised. Generally, wild salmon is significantly more expensive. However, the whole salmon fish sold in big chain stores such as Costco, Walmart etc. are often wild caught, and have an anisakis concern. Salmon from New Zealand, often sold locally as wild salmon, is actually farm raised and is not a concern. Canned salmon is usually wild caught.

7 Recent research has shown that when Chilean sea bass is infested, worms can be found in all parts of the fish.

Note: Some companies may mark their fish products 'םיעלות

. It is important to verify with the individual certifying agency or Rov if this includes anisakis worms. [Products that bear the certification of the Badatz Eidah Hachareidis – Yerushalayim may be used, as Badatz policy does not allow fish that have an anisakis concern].

We would like to thank the various kashrus agencies whose information and experience were helpful in the preparation of this list: Vaad Hakashrus of Badatz Eidah Hachareidis – Yerushalayim, Chevra Mevakshei Hakashrus – Monsey, New Square Kashrus Council (NSK), Kashrus Council of Lakewood (KCL), Vaad Hakashrus of Five Towns, Star-K, Rabbinical Council of California (RCC), Vaad Harabanim of Flatbush.

This list is publicized as a public service by:

For further questions, or to request a list of fish, contact the Vaad at 718.362.8805 or info.fishlist@gmail.com

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