Issue 492

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MADE IN THE SHADE

(Re: Up to the Challenge, Issue 491)

Thank you so much for your doable, bite-size cleaning contest.

B. Goldman wrote that before washing walls one should wipe it with a dry rag first, just as you sweep a floor before washing it. This tip was so helpful, and I applied it to my window shades as well. I wiped the window shades with a dry paper towel first and then washed them down with a schmatte dipped in Mr. Clean. I never had such an easy time washing window shades before, and they are sparkling clean!

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(Re: Up to the Challenge, Issue 491)

Thanks for your Pesach cleaning schedule. I’m an old lady, and I’ve been around the block a few times. Let me share with your readers my two cents when it comes to Pesach cleaning.

First of all, any closet that will not be used on Pesach at all, we wash the floor inside it, close the door and put a sticker on it that says “muchar l’goy.” Done. Next.

We don’t declutter now. We do that in the summer. Sometimes we do it in Shevat. We don’t do it now.

Master bedroom: I don’t take everything out of the closet. The walls don’t have chametz stuck to them, and neither does the rod. This is not the time to decide whether or not to give away that skirt. The skirt is not chametz, and it can live in your closet for a few more weeks. If that’s what you’re doing, that’s why you’re so worn out. You are doing things that have nothing to do with Pesach.

Perfumes, makeup, anything you need to sell, put a muchar l’goy sticker on the night table, and put those items in the night table. From now until Pesach, keep it in the night table. Now you saved yourself a job; you’re not cleaning the night table drawers either.

Kids bedrooms: We’re not throwing away socks. Remove the clothes, wipe down the shelves, put it all back. The kids’ prize boxes? Put it into one of the closets that you’re selling. Done.

Beds and furniture: I do move and wash furniture, and turn over the mattresses and vacuum the bed frames. That’s because anything you are going to use on Pesach has to be thoroughly cleaned and checked. Walls should be washed where there is food stuck to them. I never saw a cookie stuck to the ceiling molding. Scuff marks on the baseboards are not chametz. Forget about

it if you don’t have the time or the koa’ch or the money for the cleaning lady.

There’s no chametz in the linen closet. Take everything out carefully, check for chametz and wipe the shelves if you must. You want to refold everything to military precision standards? Not today, bubbele

That’s how we make Pesach in our house. Maybe you should run another column on modified Pesach cleaning for people who don’t have ko’ach, patience, or money to do that crazy Pesach cleaning that exhausts us.

As I said, I’m an old lady, and I used to do it that way. Well, I don’t anymore. I concentrate on the actual removal of chametz, and maybe freshening up the parts of the house that will be seen and used on Pesach. My mixer does not get the toothpick and Q-tip treatment. It’s sold to the goy; so what am I selling if there’s not a speck of chametz left on it to sell?

I recommend you reevaluate the program you’re printing. It will save a lot of yinge veibelech a lot of work.

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(Re: How Nifty! Issue 491)

You featured a great collection of handy items. Here’s my contribution: I bought this amazing product, and it keeps lebens from splattering all over when my kids eat it. You stick a straw through the hole, and everything stays clean. Enjoy, and you’re welcome.

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(Re: Give In Order To Get, Issue 488)

My husband and I were both experiencing issues at work, and it seemed like we were both going to lose our jobs, and by extension, our entire income.

Older and Wiser

That week, as I was flipping through your magazine, I read the beautiful stories you printed about maaser. Now, although we were giving tzedakah, probably more than the exact amount of maaser, we didn’t really have an exact cheshbon. We made a commitment to work on this, and the very next day, we opened an account specifically for maaser

Shortly thereafter, we both saw a positive change shifting in our favor.

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(Re: Paying the Fifth, Issue 486)

Thank you for the series on giving a chomesh of income to tzedakah, as opposed to maaser. It should be a zechus for your staff that you print such ruchinus’dik content.

There were three halachic points that I don’t think were mentioned in the series. The first one is that with both maaser and with chomesh, it is preferable to do the math and separate the exact amount designated as maaser (or chomesh), and not just approximate or round up the number. (All “extra” money given is considered tzedakah, which is a different mitzvah.) However, some authorities do say it is fine to approximate.

Second, many halachic authorities say that when giving chomesh, you must first give exactly 10%, and then give exactly another 10%, as opposed to separating a fifth (20%) at the outset. This is one explanation for the double lashon of “aser te’asrenu.”

Last, there are different opinions as to how to calculate the second 10%. Some say you should separate 10% from the amount that remains after maaser is taken, and not off of the original total. For example, according to this opinion, if you earned $100, you should first separate 10% from the total as maaser, which is $10. For chomesh, you separate another 10% from the remaining $90, which is $9.

Everyone should consult their own halachic authority; this letter is just to make people aware of what the issues may be.

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My preschool-aged daughter received many mishloach manos from family, friends and her morahs. Each bag contained between four and five nosh items. This amounted to a ridiculous amount of nosh for such a young girl. I find it ironic that the same mothers who were fussing over and arranging their children’s mishloach manos before Purim spend the week after Purim begging and bargaining with their kids to give up some of it. Wouldn’t we all be better off if we limit the kids’ mishloach manos to just one nosh? You can put in a drink or healthier option for the second food.

Once we’re on the topic, if you send dairy food items in your mishloach manos, please make sure they are clearly and prominently labeled as dairy. This can prevent much agmas nefesh.

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IS THE ONE HOUSEHOLD CHORE YOU ALWAYS LEAVE FOR THE CLEANING LADY, IF YOU HAVE ONE, OR WISH YOU COULD, WERE YOU TO HAVE ONE?

No specific chore. It’s the idea that she comes that keeps me cool, calm and collected until she actually shows up.

I thank Hashem for my cleaning lady every day. The best part is that she does my mending and ironing, in addition to cleaning my bathrooms, refrigerator and entire house.

I give my cleaning lady my entire house besides washing laundry — yes, she also does the folding and putting away. And if I’m missing a shell, I know whom to ask…

I equate cleaning ladies with being medically sick. I am grateful I don’t need one!

I hate having another adult underfoot, and I don’t mind housework, so I’m happy to do the routine cleaning on my own. I only take a cleaning lady before Pesach to do the deep cleaning, which requires physical strength. I’m happy when she comes and even happier when she leaves.

I used to give laundry folding to my cleaning lady because I found it boring and tedious, and my friend scolded me for spoiling my cleaning lady. In terms of what I avoid, cleaning the bathroom is one chore I definitely leave for her.

Washing strollers, as they constantly need a “powerwash.” Between my multiple strollers, she has one to tend to at every visit.

Anything that involves too much stretching and bending like cleaning the oven and fridge. We need our ko’ach for cooking.

Right now, I’m baruch Hashem less dependent on my cleaning help than I’ve been in the past. I try to have all my laundry done when she comes so she can fold and put the clothing into appropriate rooms. I also schedule my cooking storms for the night before she comes so she can put my kitchen back in order.

The one chore I leave for the cleaning lady is hanging up wet laundry. For some reason, both my kids and myself dislike this chore the most.

I don’t love having a cleaning lady in my house, but having help with the important basics keeps me sane. I would definitely outsource changing linen, but ironing is a waste of time even for the cleaning lady.

Changing linen! I find this task very strenuous, especially since I’m very short and there’s only so far my hands can reach.

I always leave the stovetop for the cleaning lady. When it’s dirty, I know it’s time for a cleaning lady, and of course, I push in all the big cooking right before the cleaning lady comes (compote, soup).

All the toys and pacifiers from under the bed wait patiently for the cleaning lady. We have enough to go around until then.

Ironing is something I leave for my cleaning lady, except in the summer when I want to make sure the stains come out before the clothes are ironed. I also enjoy cooking for Shabbos on Thursday and having my cleaning lady clean up after me. A Yiddishe mamme needs to reserve her energy for her crew.

First of all, I thank Hashem for cleaning ladies; I cannot do without them. My fridge/ freezer, ovens and bathrooms I always leave for the cleaning help. If she calls in sick, I push these off for the next time she comes, and we survive until then.

I leave the bathtub for the cleaning lady to clean. As I have gotten older, I find it difficult to do strenuous work. Since my cleaning lady comes on Fridays at noon, she cleans the sinks and does the kitchen mopping for me.

Changing the linen. Fresh linen for me is a treat. If I need to do it myself, then it loses its value. When my cleaning help does it, I feel pampered.

I wish I could leave the bathroom for the cleaning lady. My problem is that I like work done perfectly, and I have yet to find a lady that can do it as well as I can. So in the meantime, I’m left doing it myself.

I used to dread washing the bathtub and tiles, but since I discovered that the magic eraser sponge does the job, it’s a breeze.

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In this parsha, the weights of every donation for the Mishkan are accounted for. Moshe Rabbeinu lists what was done with every piece of gold, silver or copper.

The pasuk says, “Eileh pekudei hamishkan, mishkan ha’eidus — these are the numbers of the Mishkan, the Mishkan of Eidus” (Shemos 38:21).

Rashi points out that the word “mishkan” is repeated twice, alluding to the two Batei Mikdash which were taken as mashken (collateral) due to the sins of Klal Yisroel.

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HE READ THE LINES AGAIN. What a lack of respect! Rabbi Aharon Goldberg, shlit”a, could not get over the language in the letter he was holding in his hands.

It was just after the petirah of Rabbi Goldberg’s grandfather, the legendary posek hador, Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, zt”l, and he was going through some of the possessions he found in his grandfather’s home. In the Rav’s personal drawer, Rabbi Goldberg found a strange letter. It was written by a young bochur.

“What is the Rav so busy with? It’s not a good enough reason not to pay attention to me! The Rav should have answered my question instead of pushing me away… Even young bochurim deserve to receive a proper answer.”

In a letter written to one of the greatest gedolim of the day, such expression was totally unacceptable. How could a young boy berate the Rav outright?!

Knowing his grandfather — the paradigm of middos, who was famous for the perpetual smile on his face and patience for every Yid — Rabbi Goldberg guessed that he probably used the letter as his little personal reminder. He imagined his grandfather kept it close to him, in his personal drawer, so he could read and reread it, to remind himself to have even more patience for his fellow Yidden, to arouse him to treat those who came to him with shailos with greater consideration and attentiveness.

Still, it was puzzling. Rav Shlomo Zalman was indeed a picture of humility, but anyone who knew him could attest that treating others kindly was his strong point!

And so, Rabbi Goldberg kept the letter — and the mystery — to himself.

One day, Rabbi Goldberg was visiting a faraway town, with a small frum community. Hearing that he was a grandson of

“The Rav should have answered my question instead of pushing me away… Even young bochurim deserve to receive a proper answer”

the late gadol hador, a man approached him excitedly. “Is it true that you’re a grandson of Rav Shlomo Zalman?” he asked. “Your grandfather had such a clear hashkafa! I must tell you a personal experience I had with him…”

The man shared:

I was a young yeshivah bochur at the time, and one day, I went up to Rav Shlomo Zalman with a question. I waited my turn, and finally, when I got to speak with the Rav, I said, “There are so many uncommon mitzvos that hardly anyone does.” I mentioned leket, shikchah and peah as examples, and asked, “Why don’t we encourage yeshivah students to perform them? Isn’t every Yid obligated to do all mitzvos? Shouldn’t the yeshivos arrange, as part of the yeshivah curriculum, an organized way to do these mitzvos, too?”

Rav Shlomo Zalman looked at me, and waved his hand, as if dismissing my entire question. “Bochurim in yeshivah are supposed to do one thing: sit and learn. That’s all they should be involved in.”

I was disappointed. It seemed to me that the Rav was being dismissive. He hadn’t seemed to pay attention to the question on my mind and simply disregarded it. It bothered me so much that I later sent the Rav a letter.

letter close and humbly allowed it to serve as mussar. Even if it came about in an impudent manner, he accepted it and sought to improve, reminding himself to be sure no solicitor would ever walk away feeling as if he had not been heard.

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Rav Moshe Feinstein explains:

The Torah chooses to refer to the churbanos of the Batei Mikdash specifically now — as we account for all donations — to teach us that had we learned our mussar from Parshas Pekudei, we could have prevented the churbanos

In this parsha, Moshe Rabbeinu shows Klal Yisroel exactly what he did with each piece of gold and silver.

Moshe could have said,

“I’m the rebbi of Klal Yisrael. I should be trusted implicitly without needing to give a din v’cheshbon”

The Rav replied to my letter. He apologized for his dismissive answer to my question, and agreed that the manner of his response had been improper, but explained that it had come about because he was so bogged down by the large number of people who were coming to him with their questions. Rav Shlomo Zalman requested my forgiveness for not having treated me properly, but added that he was not taking back his words — the answer he had given me is the appropriate approach, because he was truly convinced that bochurim in yeshivah must do one thing only, and that is delve into Torah in depth.

Rabbi Goldberg walked away from the exchange with renewed clarity. His assumption had been correct! His grandfather, the great Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, had kept the

Moshe could have said, “I’m the rebbi of Klal Yisroel. I should be trusted implicitly without needing to give a din v’cheshbon.” But Moshe did not hold himself high, and did not trust himself.

This was intentional. Moshe wanted to show that even the greatest tzaddik could be susceptible to the yetzer hara. Despite the great person he was, in order to avoid being suspected of keeping some treasures for himself, he provided an exact calculation.

The yetzer hara is out to trap anyone. In the times preceding Churban Bayis Rishon and Churban Bayis Sheini, the Yidden trusted themselves. They didn’t listen to the words of the neviim, and believed they understood best. They did not heed mussar, and thus did not do teshuvah. That ultimately led to the Churban. Had they been open to feedback from others, they could have improved and avoided the great tragedies of the churban

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CRAFTING THE MAGIC OF PESACH

A Peek Behind the Process of Crafting Pesach Masterpieces

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MAH NISHTANA , MEFOAR?

What’s different this year?

Because with Mefoar, there’s always something new, something unexpected, something glistening at the

seder table.

The Heart is in the Detail

When a mother puts her all into cooking a Yom Tov feast, it’s not because she has to. It’s because she wants to make Pesach truly beautiful. When a playgroup teacher invests time to craft a special Haggadah for her toddler students, it’s not because she must. It’s because she wants to make the mitzvah special for them. This is the beauty of Yiddishkeit: the special touch we add to every mitzvah, elevating it to something extraordinary. This very concept is also the essence of Mefoar.

Simmering in Summertime

In June 2024, what was on your mind? Summer getaways, perhaps. Maybe Sukkos arrangements, but definitely not Pesach plans. Yet, that’s what Yanky Roth was thinking about. As the mastermind behind Mefoar, his mind is always feverishly buzzing with new ideas. Last summer, he was already deep in the process of creating Pesach at Mefoar.

“I get feedback from people all year long; they tell me what they love about our Pesach set designs,” says Mr. Roth. “I’m always thinking about how to improve, how to offer something fresh, something exciting, something different.”

Creating with the Greats

Creating masterpieces takes time—and a group of masterminds. On the team, there’s Shlome Steinmetz from Pivot Group; Mayer Ungar, head designer at Pivot Group; Yoel Waksberger from Waksberger Judaica, and Yossi Goldberger from Yossi Gee Studios. This amalgamation of the greatest creative minds in the Yiddishe industry collaborates closely to oversee the meticulous process of crafting the new Pesach products.

It Starts with a Sketch

Scratch, scratch, goes the pencil, as it etches out line after line. The artist sits back to review his handiwork, then crumples the paper and begins anew. And so the process continues until there are several designs to select from. Those selections go to Mr. Roth, who convenes with the design team.

“It’s always hard to choose,” says Mr. Steinmetz. “The

sketches are all beautiful, but the finished pieces have to be really perfect—seder table perfect.” So they go back and forth, offering opinions and discussing every detail until the team decides on the final two designs.

Fabrics Have Feelings

Should we begin in Italy? The USA? Turkey? That’s the journey Mr. Roth embarked on to source the exquisite fabrics featured in this year’s new Pesach sets. Each swatch is carefully pored over to determine its quality, durability, and beauty— before the style mavens even step in.

The Estrella collection is made from three distinctive fabrics:

• Italian velvet, sourced from the prestigious mills of Como and Venice, with a silk-rich base that gives it a lush, glowing luster. This high-end velvet is then laser-cut, revealing a unique shine and depth, almost like a three-dimensional art piece.

• Belgian linen, known for its natural elegance, soft texture, and exceptional strength, adding balance and softness to the collection.

• Spanish brocade, with its rich texture and heritage of intricate weaving, adds a final layer of sophistication and contrast.

Once there are options on the table, Mr. Roth once again gathers his team to determine which trio of fabrics will beautify seder tables around the globe.

Astone-ishing Stones

Hundreds of stones are carefully examined, but only the most exceptional make the cut. “It has to be special,” says Mr. Roth. “We’re looking for something royal. Something mefoar’dig.”

The team handpicked Swarovski crystals with a unique cut that re fracts light in dazzling ways—creating a sparkle that brings a sense of won der and regal elegance to each piece.

Sew It Continues

The sketches, stones, and fabrics make their way to the factory for production. This is where vision meets crafts manship. Skilled hands transform raw materials into exquisite pieces, each detail carefully refined. Every gem is placed with care. Every fabric is stitched with precision. Every product undergoes meticulous inspection before it’s approved to carry the Mefoar name.

The result? A breathtaking creation that brings beauty and dignity to your Yom Tov table.

lessly to create a dynamic and regal centerpiece. The shine, texture, and dimension of Estrella make it a showstopper—a true work of art that captures the spirit of Pesach in every thread.

Just steps away, the Vellano collection offers a completely different take on luxury.

Where Estrella is bold and expressive, Vellano whispers elegance through minimalism. Crafted from an exclusive cottonlinen blend sourced from Spain’s most prestigious mills, Vellano serves as a canvas of quiet refinement. Intricate 3D embroidery, paired with Swarovski crystals, placed with sculptural precision, gives the set subtle depth and radiance. It’s a design for those who appreciate the art of restraint— where every stitch is considered, every detail masterfully executed.

A Royal Entrance

Finally, the new Pesach sets are ready to hit the shelf.

The Estrella collection is a bold fusion of heritage and innovation. Luxurious Italian laser-cut velvet, elegant Belgian linen, and richly textured Spanish brocade are intricately layered with stunning embroidery and crystal embellishments. The fabrics, though contrasting in nature, are melded seam-

Surround Yourself with Splendor

As you set the table with pomp and royalty, there’s a story behind every single piece. The pillows, with the matching towels and matzah tash for the entire family, were the subject of many a lively conversation at Mefoar HQ. The acrylic shtenders were carefully designed to prevent wine spills on your new matching Haggadah. The matzah covers, adorned with intricate embroidery, were created to double as chargers for the children’s places.

“Nothing is by chance,” explains Mr. Roth. “There’s moach and koach that goes into every inch of every product.”

The Pinnacle of Elegance

A beautifully set Pesach table: a gleaming white tablecloth, bedecked with the finest silver polished to a high shine. Kinderlach gather round, excitedly awaiting the moment the seder will begin. Tatty puts on his freshly starched kittel and admires his brand-new Pesach set.

This is Mefoar at its peak.

As Mr. Roth says, “It’s all to provide you with the best for your simchas Yom Tov.”

From Kadesh to Nirtzah, from matzah covers to matching shtenders, from sparkling crystals to sumptuous fabrics flown in from across the globe— Mefoar ensures that every element of your Yom Tov is touched with beauty, dignity, and meaning

Let the beautiful festivities begin. Let the splendor of Mefoar elevate your Yom Tov.

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Hatzoloh Radio Upgrades to Enhance Response Times

With the Monsey community’s borders growing ever-larger, Hatzoloh of Rockland has upgraded its radio dispatch systems to ensure even faster response times.

Previously, emergency alerts went out to volunteers on a broader scale, but the new system uses unique tones for each neighborhood served by Hatzoloh so that the closest members can respond to emergencies. The upgrade involved reprogramming over 300 member radios, as well as Hatzoloh’s dispatch equipment, a process that took several months to complete.

New Traffic Pattern at Shopper’s Haven Mall

Just in time for the pre-Pesach crunch, a new traffic pattern has been implemented at the Shopper’s Haven Mall, part of the expansion and renovation efforts that have been ongoing for months.

A traffic circle located near the main entrance is expected to ease congestion, making it easier for drivers to proceed straight ahead to the main entrance, or to continue south toward the new parking garage. The roundabout is also intended to promote greater pedestrian safety.

A tent in the parking lot is now serving as an official bus stop for those who use mass transit to get to and from the shopping center.

Local Resident Donates $10,000+ in Tzedakah Collections on Purim

Think that loose change rattling around in your pocket has no value?

Meir Efraim Turner, who has cerebral palsy, speaks with difficulty and is wheelchair bound, would disagree with you, after he donated more than $10,500 in coins to Chesed 24/7 on Purim.

Having spent more than his fair share of time in the hospital, Turner fully understands the needs of those who are sick. Turner can frequently be seen throughout Monsey with his

homemade pushka, collecting small bills, loose change and other donations to benefit Chesed 24/7, which stocks hospitality rooms in 24 New York area hospitals. The son of a Rockland Hatzoloh member, Turner also runs one of Chesed 24/7’s medicine chests in his family home on Shabbosos and Yomim Tovim.

Once a year – on Purim night – Turner counts up his collections from the past twelve months, donating it all to Chesed 24/7. With Turner’s significant contribution this year, his lifetime collections for Chesed 24/7, which span more than a decade, are at an extremely impressive $70,000.

Often asked by his donors to daven for their loved ones, Turner extends a bracha to the entire community for good health and the ability to be able to give generously to others.

Abandoned Rail Trail May Become Local Hiking Trail

A plan to convert unused railroad property into a multiuse greenway may be picking up steam, with a local resident urging the Town of Ramapo to explore the possible uses of the three-and-a-half-mile-long section of track that runs from Airmont to Spring Valley.

Airmont resident Matthew Audi, who is spearheading the project, hopes that the Town of Ramapo will apply for grants to finance the purchase of the unused section of the Old Piermont Rail Line. The track dips from the southernmost section of Spook Rock Road in Airmont to just south of Christmas Hill

Road, before heading northeast across the Thruway, Route 59 and Route 306, and turning westward to its conclusion at Commerce Street and South Myrtle Avenue.

The property is currently owned by Metro-North Railroad, which Audi says is willing to sell the land. He envisions turning the property into a rail trail, which area residents could use as a safe walking path connecting them with Route 59 and the Spring Valley Transit Center, as well as for leisure purposes.

A petition started by Audi to get the project moving had garnered 685 votes as of this writing. Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht confirmed that the town is looking into Audi’s proposal.

Safety Improvements Coming to New Blueberry Hill Development

Residents of Blueberry Hill and the new Blueberry Commons housing development will be getting some much-needed improvements, as construction of the massive project has entered its final stages.

A new left turn lane for drivers heading south on Route 306 at Kearsing Parkway will be a welcome addition to the roadway, alleviating traffic and enhancing safety at the intersection. Kearsing Parkway is scheduled for repaving, and new sidewalks are being installed from Edison Court to Wiener Drive.

“We understand that residents have been eagerly anticipating these upgrades, and we want to keep the community informed as we move forward with this phase of work,” said a spokesperson for Blueberry Commons developer High Point Builders.

Congestion Pricing Deadline Comes and Goes, as Washington Grants 30-Day Extension

Congestion pricing supporters celebrated last Friday as the federal government extended the program for at least another month.

President Donald Trump had promised to pull the plug on congestion pricing by March 21, but the United States Treasury Department said that it would allow the program to continue

while talks continue. But Treasury Secretary Sean Duffy made it clear that Governor Kathy Hochul’s refusal to disconnect the toll cameras around the central business district could come with consequences, calling congestion pricing “a slap in the face to hardworking Americans.” Duffy also took Hochul to task for refusing to approve a pair of pipelines that have the potential to lower fuel costs by half, saying her actions are “against the public’s best interest.”

“Your unlawful pricing scheme charges working-class citizens to use roads their federal tax dollars already paid to bill,” noted Duffy, adding that New York was potentially risking billions of dollars in federal aid.

“Continued non-compliance will not be taken lightly,” Duffy warned.

Undaunted, a joyful Hochul celebrated the continuation of congestion pricing in New York City, taking a midday crosstown bus ride to demonstrate just how much faster traffic is moving.

“Traffic is down and business is up,” said Hochul, as she stood surrounded by signs bearing the words “Thank you Governor Hochul.” “That’s the kind of progress we’re going to keep delivering for New Yorkers. Every day, more New Yorkers are seeing and hearing the benefits for our commutes, quality of life and economy, and we’re not going back.”

According to the governor, commuters saved 21 minutes on every trip through the central business district, with bridge and tunnel crossings moving 30% faster than during the same time period last year.

Area Bridges Should be Evaluated for Collapse Risk, Says NTSB

Almost a year to the day after six construction workers died in a Baltimore bridge collapse, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that dozens of potentially vulnerable bridges be evaluated to determine their risk of failure in similar circumstances.

All 68 bridges identified in the NTSB March 18 report were built before 1991, when the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials began issuing bridge vulnerability standards. The agency advised conducting vulnerability assessments on the spans, which are located in nineteen different states, to see if they meet federal guidelines for withstanding collisions with passing ships.

New York/New Jersey bridges identified in the report included both spans of the Verrazano Narrows and the Newburgh-Beacon bridges, as well as the George Washington, Outerbridge, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg, and Newark Bay bridges. Four of those spans are the oldest bridges on the list, with the Outerbridge Crossing built in 1928, the Manhattan Bridge built in 1909, the Williamsburg Bridge built in 1903, and the Brooklyn Bridge built in 1883.

The NTSB emphasized that a bridge’s inclusion on the list does not necessarily suggest that it poses a danger, but that it should be evaluated for its risk potential because it predates

federal safety guidelines. Built in 1977, Baltimore’s 1.6-mile long Key Bridge was found to be at nearly 30 times the acceptable risk level at the time of its collapse.

Day and Wolfe Trade Barbs After Controversial Statement at Committee Meeting

A war of words erupted last week between high-ranking county officials, with Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Legislator Alden Wolfe pulling no punches in dueling statements.

A press release issued by Day contained a scathing condemnation of Wolfe for remarks made during a March 11 meeting of the Legislature’s charter revision committee. According to Day, Wolfe said that he had considered the notion of eliminating the county executive position in favor of a county manager, who would be appointed by the Legislature and would not be directly accountable to the public.

Day blasted the notion, saying that having a democratically elected county executive provides the essential checks and balances that prevent abuses of power by governmental elements, while also protecting citizen’s rights. He noted that Wolfe floated the idea without discussing it with any members of county government, or with Rockland residents.

“Dissolving my office and creating a county manager who reports directly to the Legislature would be nothing short of an undemocratic power grab,” said Day. “These statements by Legislator Wolfe reaffirm the importance of civic engagement and voting, particularly in local elections.”

Wolfe responded to Day’s statement with one of his own, describing the county executive’s comments as “off the wall.” He noted that his remarks at the meeting were the “complete opposite” of Day’s summary, explaining that he felt that there was no interest in changing to a county manager model at this time, even though it would result in a significant saving of taxpayer dollars and could alleviate political tension. Wolfe also criticized Day for taking credit for the positive turnaround in Rockland County’s financial situation, saying that those savings were achieved by the county government as a whole and not by any one person.

Wolfe’s statement also criticized Day for deciding to run for a fourth stint as county executive in the November general elections, despite having said years ago that he would only serve two terms. Noting that there is considerable flexibility inherent in the process of amending the county charter, Wolfe concluded his statement with a suggestion of his own: instituting term limits for Rockland County government officials.

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Roiza meets her friend Shalva, who tells her about a support group. Kaily learns that her father cashed out his life insurance policy to pay for her sons’ weddings.

to keep his mother busy?

She wanted Kaily to leave her alone already so she could call the number Shalva gave her.

Roiza determinedly dialed the next number on her list. Yiddy had collected phone numbers from different neighborhoods with single-family homes who were the most likely to switch to solar energy.

Her mind and fingers used to be intimately related. Now they barely recognized each other. Roiza willed her fingers to stop dancing as she picked up the phone.

She had a job, an office chair and a phone that was somehow connected to Yiddy’s office.

Kaily hovered nearby.

Her kids were amazing. Truly. They really cared about her. They put their life on hold for her.

It was just that they sometimes forgot that although her body was rebelling, her mind was pretty much in working order. Take this job, for instance. Was she interested in selling solar energy to strangers over the phone? Well, she was interested in helping her son, but spending her days listening to people grumble when they realized why she had called was not her idea of fun. She wondered if Yiddy even thought she’d make any sales. Maybe he just wanted

“Good morning,” she trilled. Maybe Perela got her acting skills from her. She even had a script to follow. Yiddy’s marketing consultant had composed it especially for her.

A woman’s voice. “Hi? Who am I speaking to?”

“It’s Rose,” she said. “How are you?”

“Good. How can I help you?”

“How are your utility bills?”

Click.

“You win some, you lose some,” she said aloud to convince herself of this truth.

Kaily stood at attention. “Ma, do you need anything?” Honestly? She needed Kaily to give her some space.

WELL, SHE WAS INTERESTED IN HELPING HER SON, BUT SPENDING HER DAYS LISTENING TO PEOPLE GRUMBLE WHEN THEY REALIZED WHY SHE HAD CALLED WAS NOT HER IDEA OF FUN

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HONESTLY? SHE NEEDED KAILY TO GIVE HER SOME SPACE. TO TRUST HER TO DIAL SOME RANDOM PHONE NUMBERS BY HERSELF

To trust her to dial some random phone numbers by herself.

“No. I’m good, Kaily, really. Don’t you have anything to do?”

“I do,” Kaily said. “I’m on hold with the insurance company. I’m working on getting reimbursed for the aqua therapy.”

“Maybe do it on the couch? At least you’ll get to sit.” Kaily had been on the phone with the insurance company since her fall, probably.

“Nah, Ma. We have to start those hip rotations in five minutes.”

“I can’t wait,” Roiza said, rolling her eyes. “So sit for five minutes.”

Kaily retreated to the living room, looking wounded.

Roiza dialed the next phone number. Two more calls, and then I’m calling this support group.

“Hi! Can I speak to Martha?”

“Speaking.” The voice was raspy and cranky. Roiza’s eyes lit up.

She spoke to Martha about her cat and about her son who moved west to Dakota. But solar energy? She lived in a rental.

No sale. But she still enjoyed it.

“Good morning,” she greeted the next caller.

“Hi,” a man’s voice said politely. He sounded Jewish.

“Hi, it’s Roiza speaking.” She glanced at the name on the roster. Yocheved Newman. “Can I speak to Yocheved?” Or maybe she should speak to him, rather? But she couldn’t imagine convincing a man to shell out thousands of dollars for solar energy.

“Yocheved?” he echoed. “Um, no.” The man swallowed. “She’s not alive anymore.”

“I’m sorry to hear that, Mr. Newman.” The man sounded young. Not twenty, but definitely not eighty.

“It’s okay. It’s been a while.”

“It’s not okay,” Roiza said softly. “My husband passed away four years ago, and it’s still not okay.”

Mr. Newman stayed silent. Finally, he answered, “Thank you, Mrs….”

“Handler. Anyway, the real reason I’m calling is because of my son. And the sun.” Ha! I never even realized that! This could be my new marketing technique. “So, my son uses the sun to power energy.”

Mr. Newman’s laughter traveled through the wires, warm and real.

“So you want me to buy the sun from your son, I get it. I want to hear more, but I’m running to work now. Can you call me in the evening?”

Kaily walked in, hold music still streaming from the phone.

“Sure. I’ll call you later, then.”

Roiza carefully guided her fingers to end the call. She took a pen and circled his name and number. Mr. Newman. She could still hear him laughing. She would definitely call him later.

“Hip rotations!” Kaily announced. She sounded like a drill sergeant.

Oy! How Kaily needed a little laughter in her life.

Round and round went her hips in excruciating spasms of pain. Round and round went her thoughts.

So this Mr. Newman is single. And he seems nice. And he has a nice laugh. All I need is his first name and some references.

“Okay, ankles,” Kaily declared.

“Yes, ma’am,” Roiza couldn’t help saying. Like a good little girl, she pointed and flexed her numb toes.

But she couldn’t help smiling.

* * * * *

The door flew open. Leiby and Avrumy bounded in from cheder in a tornado of coats, briefcases and a tree’s worth of papers.

“Hello!” Perela greeted them from between containers of soup and foil pans waiting to be labeled and put into the freezer.

“Ma! How do you know it was a woman who invented sushi?” Yonah had been making jokes about China since he heard about her trip.

She didn’t bother telling him that sushi likely originated from Japan and not China. “I don’t know,” she answered dutifully.

“Of course it was a woman! Sueshe.” Ha.

“I have another one!” he said. She didn’t want to listen to jokes now. Tziri had given her a day off to prepare for the trip. “Get yourself something nice to wear,” she’d said, “maybe cute booties.”

Booties. My foot. Ha, again!

She used every second of her day to stock the freezer for her trip and make sure each of her kids had enough tights and socks to last the week without any laundry getting done.

The phone rang. Pilchik, Esther. Sheva’s teacher.

“YOU HAVE TO UNDERSTAND, WE HAVE ONLY THAT MONDAY AVAILABLE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. I KNOW YOU ASKED ABOUT SWITCHING DAYS WITH THE PARALLEL CLASS, BUT A KID FROM THE OTHER CLASS HAS HER BROTHER’S WEDDING THAT NIGHT, SO THAT WON’T WORK

Avrumy was standing right next to her, ready with his own joke.

“I’ll take this call, and then I’ll listen,” she said.

She answered, keenly aware of Sheva’s presence nearby. Perela stealthily moved to the hallway. Sheva followed.

Mrs. Plonchik explained how hard they were trying to work with the calendar. “You have to understand, we have only that Monday available for this performance. I know you asked about switching days with the parallel class, but a kid from the other class has her brother’s wedding that night, so that won’t work. And the principal has a workshop the next day, in the city.

Sheva would not accept that.

“So the best we can do is allow you to come on Wednesday, when they’ll be performing for the first and second graders in their classroom.”

“Aha. I hear,” she said, as vaguely as possible. From down the hallway, Sheva stared at her accusingly. “I can’t change my trip. Will they be wearing their costumes on Wednesday?”

“I’m not sure. I’ll ask.”

She hung up slowly. Sheva’s eyes were wide and angry.

She didn’t need to say anything. Sheva tore through the hallway and ran up to her bedroom. She slammed the door like a bona fide teenager, and her sobs echoed in the suddenly still kitchen.

Should she go upstairs? Explain to Sheva that Kaily and her mother would come to her play? That she already bought her a gift and she was planning to get her another one in China?

Perela removed another label from the sheet and stuck it onto a 9x13-inch pan. Breaded cutlets

“Why is there no Disneyland in China?” Avrumy asked.

“Why?” she echoed. Batter-fried cutlets, she wrote on the next label and stuck in on another foil pan. Next. Four deli containers filled with soup. Butternut squash

“Because no one’s tall enough to go on the good rides.”

She chuckled through clenched teeth.

“Ma, why takke are they short?”

She lost her patience. “Go ask Hillel Hazaken,” she said. “He had the patience to answer questions about the Chinese.”

Yonah looked wounded.

Why? Why was she hurting her own kids?

SHEVA TORE THROUGH THE HALLWAY AND RAN UP TO HER BEDROOM. SHE SLAMMED THE DOOR LIKE A BONA FIDE TEENAGER, AND HER SOBS ECHOED IN THE SUDDENLY STILL KITCHEN

Because they were sucking every bit of fun from her trip.

She deserved this trip. She hadn’t gone anywhere, not even to Florida, since shanah rishonah. Why couldn’t her family send her off with kisses and smiles? Why did she have to stock her freezer with suppers and cookies?

Did Sheva have to be so unforgiving? Kaily would make sure to video the entire performance, and she’d watch the second performance on Wednesday.

And speaking of Kaily, why was she acting as if it was Perela’s fault that she quit her job?

* * * * *

Ezriel didn’t think Sheva was overreacting. “To her it’s the most important thing in her life right now,” he explained when they were eating supper.

At least, he was. She had no appetite after cooking for so many hours. The house wore an unmistakable layer of tension, with Sheva still holed up in her room.

“You don’t get it,” she said. “When you went to Eretz Yisroel for Yossi’s wedding last year, you just went. You packed your bags, left to the airport, and that was that. The kids were happy with the gummy worms you brought back.”

She remembered that trip. Ezriel did nothing. Perela made him sandwiches and cut up fruit, he zipped a single suitcase shut, and left.

“And I’m working around the clock to be away for one week.”

He looked at her, wide-eyed. “I don’t get it. I’m going to be home with all the kids.”

“Not Yanky.”

“Okay. Not Yanky. But I cancelled the bar mitzvah class.”

Perela nodded. “I appreciate it, really. But everyone’s making me feel like a selfish baby for going.”

She headed upstairs, ostensibly to move the laundry to the dryer, but also to check on Sheva.

She heard Avrumy talking to her. “Sheva, why is the Great Wall of China one of the Seven Wonders of the World?”

Sheva answered, “Because Mommy wants to see that more than my play.”

“No, silly. Because it’s the only thing made in China that lasted more than a week.”

No one laughed.

BIGGER IN SIZE, BIGGER IN SAVINGS.

High-quality fish caught fresh at sea. Order a side of Atlantic or baby salmon and slice or dice according to your family’s preference.

THE SUBLIME PROMISE OF SPRING COMES ON THE HEELS OF A LONG AND FRIGID WINTER. PESACH: A TIME OF RENEWAL, AN EXALTED AND ELEVATED SEASON.

Tradition shines in the special dishes we prepare. We maintain our special customs with pride, viewing the same heimish ingredients with a fresh set of eyes. The results are nothing short of spectacular.

Let us embrace this upcoming Yom Tov with vitality and joy. Happy cooking, and a chag kasher v’same’ach!

ISSUE 491

SWEET BEGINNINGS BY

LIBBY GOLDBERGER

Cinnamon Marble Biscotti

Chocolate Crumb Cake

Pesach Muffins

Marble Meringues

ISSUE 492

THE ULTIMATE PESACH EVENING MEAL BY FAIGY REINER

Mock Sushi Side of Salmon

Creamy Squash Soup With Marrow Bones

Apple Ginger Roast

Spaghetti Squash Muffins

Chocolate Mousse With Red Wine Reduction

ISSUE 493

THE ULTIMATE PESACH DAY MEAL

BY FRIMY SILBERMAN

Salmon Crudo

Velvety Meat and Potato Soup

French Roast With Onion Marmalade

Praline Pavlova

ISSUE 494

THE ALL-AROUND PESACH MEAL

BY MIRIAM PESSY WERCBERGER

Salmon Cubes With Orange Wine Reduction

Beef Back Rib Minestrone Soup

Square Flanken in Charred Tomato Sauce

Over Sweet Potato Carpaccio

Cinnamon Buns and Vietnamese Coffee

MOCK SUSHI SIDE OF SALMON

This mock sushi salmon is a refined take on simplicity, using minimal ingredients to create an elegant and flavorful bite. Perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious, this salmon is a must-try.

INGREDIENTS

2 lb. side of salmon

½ cup mayonnaise

1 T. lemon juice

1 tsp. kosher salt

Pinch of black pepper

AVOCADO MOUSSE

3 avocados

3–4 T. mayonnaise

Juice of a half lemon

1 T. kosher salt, plus more to taste

MANGO SALSA

½ mango, finely diced

1 small carrot, finely diced

2 Persians cucumbers, finely diced

Juice of 1 lime

Pinch of salt

POTATO CRUNCH

2 Idaho potatoes, grated

Oil for frying

Salt

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 425°.

2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and place the side of salmon on the baking sheet.

3. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

4. Brush the salmon with the mayonnaise mixture, and bake for 25 minutes.

5. While the salmon bakes, prepare the remaining components. Place all avocado mousse ingredients into a bowl, and use an immersion blender to blend until smooth. Do not use a fork to do this; the avocado should be perfectly smooth. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

6. For the salsa, combine all ingredients, and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

7. For the potato crunch, heat oil in a deep frying pan. Squeeze out all the liquid from the potatoes, and fry potatoes until golden.

8. Place the ready crispy potatoes onto a paper towel–lined plate, and sprinkle with salt.

9. To assemble, place the avocado mousse into a piping bag, and pipe onto the salmon. Top with salsa and crispy potatoes.

CREAMY SQUASH SOUP WITH MARROW BONES

This silky squash soup is beautifully simple, yet the marrow bones add a rich, deep flavor that sets it apart. Velvety and creamy, this soup is a welcome addition to your Pesach table.

INGREDIENTS

2 T. oil

2 white onions 1-inch piece fresh ginger

6 zucchini

1 parsnip

2 Yukon potatoes

3 T. kosher salt

½ tsp. black pepper

2 large marrow bones

8 cups water

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oil in a 6-quart pot, and saute onions until lightly golden.

2. Chop all the vegetables (large pieces are okay), and add to the pot. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.

3. Place the marrow bones in a wrap ‘n boil bag, and add to the pot along with the salt and pepper.

4. Cover with water, and allow to simmer for 3 hours.

5. Remove the bones from the pot, and blend using an immersion blender.

6. Return the bones to the pot and serve warm.

APPLE GINGER ROAST

This Pesach roast features a crust of grated apples and ginger, which infuses the meat with rich depth and subtle sweetness. Tender and full of flavor, this is a stunning centerpiece for your Yom Tov table.

INGREDIENTS

3–4 lb. club or French roast Salt and pepper

3 T. oil

2 onions, sliced

2 cups grated Fuji apples (approximately 2 apples)

1-inch piece of ginger, diced

¼ cup red wine

1 cup chicken soup stock

DIRECTIONS

1. Rub the roast generously with salt and pepper.

2. Heat oil in a pan, and sear the meat for 3 to 4 minutes per side.

3. Layer the onion on the bottom of a deep 9x13-inch pan. Place the seared roast on top of it.

4. In a bowl, combine the apples, ginger and red wine. Pat the mixture onto the meat. Turn the meat halfway through so that the entire meat is covered with the mixture.

5. Add the chicken stock to the pan.

6. Wet a piece of parchment paper the size of the pan. Cover the pan with the parchment paper and then with silver foil.

7. Bake at 325° for 4 to 4½ hours. Allow the meat to cool completely in the refrigerator before slicing.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH MUFFINS

These spaghetti squash muffins are irresistibly delicious — light, flavorful and perfectly golden. They disappear fast, so be sure to double the recipe!

INGREDIENTS

1 spaghetti squash

3 T. oil

2 onions, diced

1 tsp. salt

1 cup grated carrots

2 eggs

3 T. potato starch

2 tsp. salt

1 tsp. black pepper, optional

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 450°.

2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half, and place face down on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes. (Alternatively, you can place the spaghetti squash whole in the oven, and after approximately 20 minutes, remove from the oven to slice in half. The spaghetti squash will now be softer and easier to cut. Return to the oven for the remaining baking time.)

3. While the squash is baking, heat oil in a pan. Add the diced onions, and saute until browned.

4. Add the salt and carrots, and saute until the carrots start to soften.

5. Remove the squash from the oven. Turn it over, and using 2 forks, shred the squash into spaghetti strips. (This step should be very easy.)

6. Place the squash in a large bowl along with the onions and carrots. Mix to combine.

7. Add the eggs, potato starch, salt and pepper.

8. Lower the heat to 400°. Line a muffin pan with liners.

9. Fill each liner with the squash mixture. Bake for 30 minutes.

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE WITH RED WINE REDUCTION

This chocolate mousse is pure indulgence, but the red wine glaze steals the show with its bold, luxurious finish. A simple yet elegant dessert to end your Pesach meal on a high note.

MOUSSE

7 eggs, separated

1 cup sugar, divided

½ cup oil

7 oz. rosemary chocolate, melted

WINE REDUCTION

2 cups dry red wine

1¼ cup sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2. Beat egg whites with ¼ cup sugar until stiff. Set aside.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the yolks with oil and remaining sugar.

4. Add the melted chocolate to the yolk mixture, and fold in egg whites.

5. Divide batter in half.

6. Pour one half into the prepared baking pan, and bake for 17 minutes.

7. When cool, add the remaining chocolate mixture. Freeze, and serve with the wine glaze over it.

8. To prepare the wine reduction: Place all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and simmer until reduced to half. This takes about 1 hour.

9. Allow to cool, and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Note: For a truly delicious glaze, use an upscale dry red wine rather than cheap cooking wine.

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DRY MIX:

¾ cup sugar

1 ¼ cups Bakers

Choice Potato Starch

1 cup almond flour

¼ cup coconut flour

½ cup oil

WET MIX:

¾ tsp. baking powder

4 eggs

½ cup sugar

¼ cup oil

½ cup Bakers Choice

Liquid Marble Chocolate

DIRECTIONS: In a bowl, mix all the dry mix ingredients for the cake. Reserve ½ cup of this dry mixture to use as the crumb topping later.

In a separate bowl, beat the wet mix ingredients until fluffy. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and mix until fully incorporated.

Pour ¾ of the batter into a lined loaf pan. Take the remaining ¼ of the batter and mix in the liquid marble chocolate.

Pour the remaining better into the loaf pan. Use a knife to gently swirl the two batters together to create a marbled effect. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top of the cake.

Bake the cake at 350°F for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool before serving.

2 eggs, separated Pinch salt

¼ cup sugar

¼ cup Bakers

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½ tsp. vanilla extract, optional

TOPPING:

Bakers Choice

Flavored Chocolate Chips, melted

Bakers Choice Colored Sprinkles

DIRECTIONS: Beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form. Slowly add sugar while continuing to mix until fully combined. Gently fold in potato starch, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Use a piping bag with a large round tip to pipe strips onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool completely. Dip each baby finger in melted chocolate chips, then in colored sprinkles. For a quick kid-friendly activity, use store bought baby fingers.

Bubby's Brownie Cake

2 eggs

1 ¼ cup sugar

½ cup oil

1 tsp. vanilla extract

¾ cup hot water

⅓ cup Bakers Choice

Dutch Cocoa

½ Tbsp. coffee

1 cup Bakers Choice Potato Starch

⅓ cup almond flour

¼ cup coconut flour

½ tsp. baking powder

¼ tsp. baking soda

Pinch of salt

Bakers Choice Liquid Marble Chocolate

Bakers Choice Chocolate Sprinkles

DIRECTIONS: Beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add oil and vanilla and mix well. Dilute coffee and cocoa in water, then add this to the mixture.

In a separate bowl, combine potato starch, almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet batter until just combined.

Pour the batter into a lined 9x13 pan and bake at 350°F for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before topping with liquid marble chocolate and chocolate sprinkles.

Funfetti Lentil Cookies

¾ cup sugar

1 ½ cups Bakers Choice Potato Starch

1 ½ cups almond flour

1 ½ tsp. baking powder

1 egg ⅓ cup oil

2-3 Tbsp. orange juice

¾ cup Bakers Choice Rainbow Chocolate Lentils

DIRECTIONS: In a bowl, mix the first 4 dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients and mix until smooth. Gently stir in the rainbow chocolate lentils. Refrigerate the dough for about 1 hour. Use a 1-inch scoop to form balls and place the balls on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.

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THE FIRST DAY IN THE PESACH KITCHEN

As soon as I open my Pesach kitchen, which is usually about one week to Yom Tov (my motto is that I don’t need more time to cook than the time we’ll spend eating the food), I focus on stocking up on the basics. I prepare foods that will ease the cooking all through Pesach so I can enjoy fresh, delicious meals with minimum work and cleanup.

I start with two large pots of apple compote, and then spend some hours cleaning all and preparing some of my chicken so it’s ready to bake. This makes Yom Tov cooking a cinch.

In addition, I prepare the three following recipes: plenty of sauteed onions, vegetable soup base in a large quantity, and ready-prepared ground chicken mixture. These are especially helpful to have on hand throughout Pesach, when I prepare everything from scratch. It gives me the opportunity to go gourmet without being stuck to the stove and sink all Yom Tov long.

SAUTEED ONIONS

Since I am of Hungarian descent, I smother my food with sauteed onions. Over the course of one Yom Tov, I can easily use between 16 and 20 pounds of sauteed onions. Having these prepared and handy cuts daily food prep time considerably.

For perfect flavor, use a variety of onions.

INGREDIENTS

6 lb. large onions

1½ cups oil or 1 cup schmaltz

Large-surface frying pan or pot

DIRECTIONS

1. Cut 1½ pounds of onions in eighths. Place in a food processor fitted with the S blade. Pulse a few times, until chopped onions are approximately ⅓-inch in size. Do not allow onion pieces to become too small or watery, or they will turn into a bitter, mushy mess.

2. Heat the empty pot on a high flame. Add oil/schmaltz to the hot pot. Once oil has heated, add the onions. Cook for fifteen minutes, mixing every five minutes. Adjust flame if onions start to burn.

3. Add another 1½ pounds of chopped onions to the pot, and continue mixing every five minutes. Continue adding onions to the pot every fifteen minutes, and continue mixing every five minutes.

4. After all the onions have been added to the pot, allow to saute for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, mixing occasionally. Store in a glass jar in the back of your fridge.

Yields approximately 4 cups of a sauteed onions.

Note: For large quantities, work with two pots at a time. Alternatively, use a large electric skillet, but make sure to adjust temperature, as onions can burn very quickly if heat is too high.

How To Enjoy Your Sauteed Onions

Put 1½ cups sauteed onions over 4 to 6 chicken bottoms, and bake.

Fry skinless, plain chicken cutlets in a little oil, and serve with sauteed onions.

Heat an ample amount of fried onions, and cube in leftover chicken from soup. Add some oil and allow to brown.

Use some of these onions to jumpstart your cholent.

Mix into or serve on top of mashed potatoes.

Fry with cubed, boiled potatoes to enjoy hash browns.

Spoon some into your potato latke, vegetable kugel or pie mixture for gourmet flavor.

Cook with 1 T. starch, ½ cup water and spices for instant onion sauce.

VEGETABLE SOUP BASE

Although this is a basic soup base, I use it in many other dishes, including appetizers, main dishes and sides. Freeze in containers of various sizes, and use accordingly.

The following ideas are a baseline to spark your creativity, as is the exact blend of vegetables. Feel free to use different combinations to suit your minhagim and eating styles.

INGREDIENTS

½ cup oil or schmaltz

2 Spanish onions

2 parsley roots

1 medium-sized knob celery

1 medium-sized turnip

1 medium-sized kohlrabi

6 loose carrots

2 squash

DIRECTIONS

1. Cut onions in eighths. Place in a food processor fitted with the S blade. Pulse a few times, until chopped onions are approximately ⅓-inch in size.

2. Heat a large empty fryer. Add oil/schmaltz, and allow to heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Add onions.

3. Chop parsley roots and knob celery with the S blade until finely chopped. Shred rest of the vegetables with a fine shredder.

4. Place over onions after about 5 to 10 minutes. Allow to saute for approximately 1 hour over a medium flame, watching that vegetables should not burn. Stir occasionally.

Yields approximately 16 cups

How To Enjoy Your Vegetable Mixture

Instant vegetable soup: To each cup of sauteed vegetables, add 2½ cups of water. Boil up and add salt. Allow to cook for approximately a half hour. For potato soup, add cubed potatoes and a bit more water. This soup is delicious with thin strips of egg lokshen.

Instant vegetable sauce: Just cook with a little water, starch and salt. Serve over chicken, potatoes or blintzes.

Vegetable potato latkes: Mix with grated potatoes, sauteed onions and eggs, and fry.

Vegetable blintz filling: Use equal amounts of sauteed vegetables and mashed potatoes. Add salt to taste.

Put one cup of sauteed vegetables over 4–6 chicken bottoms in a chicken fryer. Serve with potatoes and gravy.

Mix with mashed potatoes and fill pounded chicken cutlets. Place over sauteed onions. Put some sauteed onions on top, and bake.

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GROUND CHICKEN MIXTURE

In our family, we enjoy formal fleishig meals on Chol Hamoed. This prepared chicken mixture is extremely useful. It simplifies the serving of something other than chicken bottoms — yet again.

INGREDIENTS

2 lb. ground chicken

1 cup ready sauteed vegetable soup base

3 T. sauteed onions

3 eggs Salt

1 cup mashed potatoes

Note: Each 2-pound mixture serves approximately 10. Multiply the recipe to fit your needs.

How To Enjoy Your Ground Chicken Mixture

Slice large potatoes lengthwise. Bake for ½ hour on an oiled cookie sheet with a drop of salt on 350°. In a 9x13 pan, layer potatoes, ground chicken mixture, and vegetable soup base to which a little salt has been added. Repeat. Bake, covered, for 2 hours on 350°. For better flavor, sprinkle sauteed onions between potato and chicken layers.

Freeze ground chicken mixture rolled up in a parchment paper, and bake in a large pan along with chicken bottoms. With a knife, prick bottom and sides of parchment paper to allow flavors to blend.

Form into chicken patties and freeze, single layered. Once frozen, you can put them into a bag. Fry or bake as needed.

Form balls, and drop into vegetable soup for chicken kneidlach.

To prepare shepherd’s pie, place mixture on the bottom half of a 9x13-inch pan, cover with any vegetable sauce, and top with mashed potatoes to which 1 or 2 beaten eggs have been added. Top with sauteed onions, and bake. Can be frozen raw.

To prepare two-layer kugel, place mixture on the bottom half of a 9x13-inch pan. Freeze. When you prepare potato kugel, prepare an extra half recipe of batter. Place over frozen chicken layer and bake. This is a nutritious Erev Yom Tov treat.

Saute onions and sliced vegetables of your choice in a chicken fryer. Add ground chicken mixture, form patties, and allow to cook for one hour.

Fill blintz crepes with raw chicken mixture. Roll up. Place in a pan over sauteed onions, and cover with sauce of your choice. Freeze to bake before serving.

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If you keep house, you’re probably on cordial terms with Clorox.

You’d also find it hard to name a cleaning agent as powerful and penetrating in odor and effect. Have you ever wondered what makes Clorox bleach so potent? Or imagine that the product has been around for one hundred and twelve years, starting off in hand-filled glass bottles on horse-drawn carts?

Get to know this aggressive foe of germs and dirt, and follow the trajectory of its producers from singleproduct manufacturer to multi-brand conglomerate.

Bleach on the Bay

It was a nice day in May 1913 when a banker, wood and coal seller, bookkeeper, lawyer, and miner each invested one hundred dollars to start a new venture. The business in question was to be a factory in the San Francisco Bay Area called the Electro-Alkaline Company, though we know it today as Clorox. Today’s shortened moniker combines the words chlorine and sodium hydroxide, the two main ingredients of the company’s original product.

Although only one of the founding five had any knowledge in chemistry, the objective for the new company was to convert ocean saltwater into sodium hypochlorite bleach using an electrolytic

process that was quite advanced for its time. Clorox liquid bleach circa 1913 was packaged in industrial-sized, 5-gallon returnable containers with labels that proudly let consumers know this product was “made by electricity.”

It didn’t take long for the young company to hit a roadblock: Electro-Alkaline was great at making bleach, but the general public was still vastly ignorant of what bleach was and what it could do.

Enter Mr. and Mrs. William and Annie Murray, a shareholder couple who couldn’t afford to see their investment go south. William installed himself as first general manager of the teetering company while Annie, a grocery store proprietress, suggested that

Electro-Alkaline produce a less concentrated bleach solution that would be perfect for home use. Annie then developed customer demand by handing out free mini bleach samples to customers at her store.

To further boost sales, door-to-door salespeople demonstrated how Clorox could whiten an ink-stained piece of fabric, then immediately took orders for local grocers to fill.

Annie even established the Clorox delivery service, which trundled wagons of bleach containers to breweries, dairies and laundries for cleaning and disinfecting.

And so, Clorox entered business and home.

The Clorox Story

Pungent and potent, Clorox’s power lies in its active ingredient, sodium hypochlorite (NaOCI), which is sourced from saltwater. The company’s original location in the San Francisco Bay Area was a practical choice aimed at utilizing the bay’s waters for the electrolytic process needed to create this whopper ingredient.

Once it’s part of the Clorox solution, sodium hypochlorite acts as a powerful oxidizing agent that breaks down stains and kills germs by disrupting their chemical bonds.

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Clorox bleaches colors and destroys microorganisms, which is what makes it so effective at disinfection and stain removal.

Having survived two world wars, Clorox Chemical was still a singleproduct company in 1950. U.S. manufacturing company Procter and Gamble thought this business perfect for their laundry products division, and so they acquired The Clorox Chemical Company in 1957, further shortening its name to The Clorox Company. However, since the U.S. had already ingested the bitter lessons of the Gilded Age, with its monopolies and the ensuing Great Depression, the Federal Trade Commission jumped in to contest the sale on grounds that it could lessen competition and lead to an industry monopoly. The Supreme Court concurred, and though it took a decade, in 1967, Clorox became privately owned again.

As the laundry products market became more competitive, Clorox saw the need to branch out. Seeking more baskets for their metaphorical eggs, the company acquired multiple brands in ensuing years. Their gradual expansion landed them on the Fortune 500 list for the first time in 1974, and annually since 2000. Additionally, in 2018, Clorox appeared on Barron’s “100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies” list. They’ve consistently ranked in the top 25 since then; in 2019, they ranked seventh.

Today, The Clorox Company categories include cleaning and disinfecting, pet care, food storage, and wellness.

The Clorox Company has had its fair share in the legal limelight. Here’s a sampling of lawsuits the company has faced.

Hernandez vs. Clorox & Walmart

In 2020, Valeria Segoviano Hernandez, a young mother out shopping at Walmart with her toddler, attempted to remove a bottle of Clorox bleach from the shelf. The bottlecap unexpectedly detached, spilling bleach on her arm and hand, causing chemical burns and prompting Hernandez to file a personal injury lawsuit against Walmart and Clorox for design defect and negligence.

A twelve-member jury found Walmart’s negligence not to be the main cause of Hernandez’s harm, and also concluded that Valeria herself had been negligent, and that had contributed to her injuries. The jury returned a defense verdict and the case was dismissed, much to the chagrin of Ms. Hernandez who’d sought $43 million in damages.

Gudgel vs. The Clorox Company

During the frenzy of the Covid-19 pandemic, Shana Gudgel of Florida purchased Clorox Splash-Less Bleach and was dismayed to find that unlike the regular Clorox, the Splash-Less formula did not disinfect. She filed a class action lawsuit against the Clorox Company, hoping to raise a hue and cry and benefit the wider public. Gudgel claimed that Splash-Less Bleach had been advertised in a way that misled customers. She cited ad copy like “the same Clorox product you love, now with more power per drop” and “10X deep cleaning” as leading her to believe that the bleach could kill coronavirus.

The presiding judge disagreed with Gudgel, claiming that the brand name Clorox does not automatically imply disinfection, and that the product’s back label specifically states “not for sanitization or disinfection.” The case was dismissed.

Interestingly, Gudgel had better luck with a class action lawsuit a while later, this time against the Reynolds company. She claimed that it falsely dubbed certain Hefty and Great Value trash bags as “recycling bags” despite their inability to be recycled. While the company denied all wrongdoing, they did agree to a settlement of $3 million.

The Clorox Settlement on Specialty Bleaches

This case, filed by five Californian counties, claimed that Clorox had shortchanged their customers by filling certain specialty bleach bottles only to 80% capacity. This case’s outcome was the company paying nearly $200,000 to settle, with an injunction that prohibited it from selling household bleach products packaged misleadingly or deceptively or containing unnecessary headspace.

Clorox vs. Reckitt Benckiser

This was a case with Clorox on the offense, for a change. The company sued Reckitt Benckiser for false and misleading advertising via their Lysol brand. In an unclassy move, Lysol had aired a series of ads that hyped up its products’ cleaning capabilities and unfavorably compared them to Clorox’s, with Lysol always coming out the winner. Clorox argued that Lysol’s marketing was deceptive to consumers and gave Lysol an unfair advantage in the market. In this case, Clorox largely won. The court found that Reckitt Benckiser had indeed engaged in false advertising and so allowed Clorox to pursue damages.

The Clorox Settlement and the Recall of Pine-Sol

When it turned out that eight varieties of the popular and fresh-smelling Pine-Sol contained harmful amounts of the dangerous bacteria pseudomonas aeruginosa, Clorox issued a voluntary recall of 37 million bottles of Pine-Sol from January 2021 to September 2022. They also agreed to pay $5.65 million to settle the ensuing lawsuit against them and to reimburse customers who’d purchased the cleaner.

Cyberstruck!

In 2023, the Clorox Company fell victim to a serious cybersecurity breach. Major fallout included system disruptions and product shortages, and cost the company a whopping $356 million in damages.

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Clean History

• Everyone called Electro-Alkaline “Clorox,” so the company followed suit and became Clorox Chemical Company in 1922.

• During World War II, the U.S. government rationed chlorine gas. Rather than dilute their product, Clorox opted to manufacture less, establishing a reputation for quality.

• During Covid-19, the FTC issued a restraining order against 25 fraudulent websites that scammed consumers into paying for bottles of Clorox and Lysol that were never delivered.

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• Clorox’s revenue more than doubled during Covid-19. Clorox’s 2024 revenue was approximately $7.1 billion.

• Burt’s Bees, Formula 409, Glad, Hidden Valley, Brita, Lestoil, Pine Sol, Tilex, Soy Vay, Fresh Step and Ever Clean are just a few of Clorox’s 40+ brands.

Bleachers, Beware!

Is bleach safe for household use? Yes, but only if handled properly. Mind the dos and don’ts of bleach:

Always dilute bleach according to the manufacturer’s instructions to get a safer and more effective product.

Always make sure the area of use is properly ventilated, because inhaling bleach over a long period of time can increase the risk of cancer.

Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling bleach.

Never mix bleach with other cleansers, especially ammonia or acid-based cleaners, as they can create dangerous and even lethal toxic gases.

Rather not use bleach at all? Hydrogen peroxide is a safer and still effective sanitizing agent. Lemon and distilled white vinegar are also fantastic natural options.

Clorox steals color and doesn’t give it back. Keep the following away from bleach: wood surfaces, stainless steel and most metals, natural stone (like marble and granite), painted surfaces, electronics, delicate fabrics like silk and lace, and grout. The last one is mentioned as a hack on some compiled lists of uses for Clorox, but experts warn that bleach can discolor and wear down grout over time.

Clorox at Home

Clorox bleach tops the housewife’s list for a bunch of practical reasons. Here are some of the best:

Keep blankets bright. White duvets can get a facelift in no time. Toss it in the machine, set to the hottest water setting, and add a cup of bleach. After a five-minute soak, add another half cup of bleach in addition to regular detergent, wash on a regular cycle, and watch those duvets turn white again. White curtains can benefit, too!

Keep cut flowers fresh longer. This sounds counterintuitive, but try it. You can extend cut flower life by adding three drops of bleach per liter of water, plus a teaspoon of sugar. This will also prevent the growth of yucky stuff at the bottom of your bouquet.

Remove mold and mildew. Bleach is famous for this. Mold and mildew will disappear if you follow these formulas:

Siding (unpainted): Use one quarter cup bleach in two cups of water, and apply the formula with a brush to any mold or mildew in sight. Leave for 15 minutes and then rinse; repeat if necessary.

Cement and stucco can also benefit from bleach treatment; just mix one cup of bleach with two gallons of water. Scrub with a stiff-bristled brush and rinse.

Shower curtains: Wash in warm water with half a cup bleach and a quarter cup detergent. Let the washer run for a few minutes, and then dry at the lowest setting for ten minutes.

Sanitize plastic toys. Now that’s a help! If you have kids, your home is overrun with small plastic toys at a ratio of seven hundred to one. Lego, play furniture and doll accessories can use a good disinfecting sometimes, especially if your household has just run through a chain bout of illness. Add half a cup bleach to a bucket with a gallon or so of warm water. Soak toys for five to ten minutes, strain, rinse and dry.

Disinfect butcher block. Butcher block cutting boards are wonderful in so many ways, but one downside is that they can harbor lots of bacteria. Combine one teaspoon bleach with two quarts of water, dip in a brush, and use small circles to scrub the board. Wipe with a damp paper towel and dry immediately.

Kill weeds in sidewalk cracks. You know these impudent green stalks that like to wave hello through cracks in your walkway? Get rid of them by carefully pouring undiluted bleach into the cracks, taking care not to drip on surrounding grass or plants.

Put sparkle back in glass dishes. If you have glassware hanging on to their stubborn water stains, add a teaspoon of bleach to hot, soapy dishwater, and wash, rinse and dry as usual.

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The Trump presidency is marching through its first 100 days with a whirlwind of activity that makes it clear that the inaugural promise to “to put America first” by deporting illegal immigrants is a high-priority item in Washington.

WITHIN HOURS OF TAKING THE OATH of office for a second time, President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders that dealt with immigration, ordering the military to the southern border, preventing migrants from making advance appointments with border officials, suspending parole programs, and forcing migrants to wait in Mexico while the results of their asylum cases are decided.

Within 24 hours, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, more commonly known as ICE, were ordered to deport anyone who crossed the border illegally. The Trump administration also expanded the expedited deportation program, which fast-tracks the deportation of migrants lacking proper documentation who are detained within 100 miles of an international border, authorizing its use on illegal immigrants anywhere in the United States who cannot prove that they have been in the country for more than two years.

Those actions gave way to targeted ICE raids in multiple cities, including Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York

and Austin, as well as cities in Colorado and Puerto Rico. ICE officials were ordered to aim for 1,200 to 1,400 arrests a day. A January 29 story in the New York Post said that within the span of a week, 5,537 illegal migrants were arrested, with 4,333 detained. Among those arrested were a Jordanian national who is believed to have ties to ISIS, a notorious El Salvadorian gang member wanted for murder, and a 73-year-old Cuban man convicted on drug trafficking and weapons charges.

ICE CONTINUES TO TRUMPET NEWS of those it describes as “arrested and pending removal,” detailing crimes committed by these migrants that include murder, child kidnapping and aggravated assault. Each new announcement bears a badge reading “The Worst First,” while one showing a week’s worth of arrests notes, “These criminal aliens WERE in our neighborhoods.”

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt didn’t mince words during her first official press conference as she discussed the president’s plan to launch what the president described as the

“largest deportation program of criminals in the history of America.”

“If you are a foreign national who illegally enters the United States of America,” said Leavitt, “you are, by definition, a criminal, and so, therefore, you are subject to deportation.” Leavitt added that hardened criminals were clearly the top priority.

Who exactly is being arrested remains unclear. Data obtained by NBC News showed that 1,179 people were arrested on January 26, 613 of which were classified as criminal arrests. That number included eight individuals considered to be in Trump’s “Worst Criminals Arrested” category, including two gang members. The remaining 566 people taken into custody were guilty of being in the United States without legal authorization, an offense that becomes criminal in nature only if they entered the country after having been previously deported.

THE LARGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE arrested by ICE has been overwhelming the Department of Homeland Security’s detention centers, which were already

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nearly full by the time Trump took office. Ever the businessman, the president responded by signing an executive order that will have the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security building a detention facility on Cuba’s Guantanamo Bay naval base that could hold as many as 30,000 deported migrants.

The first high-threat deportees arrived in Guantanamo Bay on February 5, with the ten illegal aliens brought there all said to be part of a foreign terrorist organization known for campaigns that the White House described as “extraordinarily

says Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in the English version of the ad. “You will never return. But if you leave now, you may have an opportunity to return and enjoy our freedom and live the American Dream. If you are a criminal alien considering entering America illegally – don’t even think about it. If you come here and break our laws, we will hunt you down. Criminals are not welcome in the United States.”

How the deportations could affect our communities and businesses in terms of migrants who may be serving as housekeepers, regular employees and day laborers has never been clearly delineated. The National Immigrant Justice Center website lists a five-point plan for immigrants concerned about deportations, which includes speaking with an immigration attorney, creating a safety plan for family members, placing important financial and personal information in a safe location, and being on the alert for both immigrant fraud and digital scams.

violent” and “vicious.” As of February 12, a total of approximately one hundred migrants had been transported to Guantanamo Bay, but by mid-March, all had been either relocated to Cuba, or sent back to the United States.

Still, the Trump administration, which had vowed to deport “millions and millions” of illegal immigrants, appears to be frustrated by the pace of operations, which have resulted in an estimated 37,600 arrests during his first month in office. ICE agents have fallen short of their daily quotas, and would need to keep to a pace of 2,700 arrests per day to reach a goal of one million deportations by the year’s end. With the number of deportations sinking as January gave way to February, the president fired two of ICE’s senior officials from their positions, reassigning them to local field offices for failing to keep up with the required pace.

“ICE needs a culture of accountability that it has been starved of for the past four years,” Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin told The Washington Post. “We have a president, DHS secretary, and American people who rightfully demand results, and our ICE leadership will ensure the agency delivers.”

A CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED BY DHS on February 17 encouraged illegal aliens to “self-deport.” The multi-million dollar initiative includes a series of ads that have been running on various platforms and in multiple languages, warning illegal immigrants and those hoping to enter the United States illegally that they will face repercussions.

“If you are here illegally, we will find you and deport you,”

THE

TRUMP

ADMINISTRATION’S

AGGRESSIVE STANCE has had illegal border crossings dropping to historic lows in recent weeks, with February 2025 numbers down a shocking 90 percent over the same period last year, according to Customs and Border Patrol data. Still, stemming the influx of migrants doesn’t solve the problem of how to deport the massive numbers of Biden-era illegal aliens, who came to the United States in droves. This remains a costly endeavor. Despite those issues, the White House is continuing to forge ahead, said Tom Homan, the Trump administration’s border czar.

Axios reported that the White House has already asked Congress for $175 billion to achieve its goal, with the money to be used to increase staffing by as many as 30,000 new hires and to create more detention space, a cost that would likely be passed along to taxpayers. And while Trump’s plans to send illegal immigrants back to their countries of origin met with initial resistance, and even downright refusals from some, nearby Central and South American countries have been allowing their citizens to return.

THERE ARE

MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS

when it comes to figuring out how the deportations could affect our communities and our businesses in terms of cleaning help and day laborers. In addition to never hitting Trump’s goals, the pace of deportations has slowed since January, but the president made it clear as recently as last week that he isn’t giving up the fight. Warning illegal immigrants that being deported by ICE means they will never be allowed back into the United States, Trump once again urged migrants to selfdeport, a path that leaves the door open for a legal return to the United States in the future.

While it seems reasonable to believe that even those who have come here without following proper protocol aren’t likely to be swept up by ICE at this time, assuming they are lawabiding individuals, it still is wise to be prepared for any and all possibilities. While we know that illegal immigration isn’t good for our country, our sympathies lie with those who find themselves facing uncertainty — both employers and employees. Only time will tell how this situation will resolve itself.

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40 Days to her Shidduch

Raising Ruchy* was a challenge alright, given her complicated nature. Marrying her o proved to be an even greater challenge. Yet, although she had long since passed her twentieth birthday, we did not despair. There was someone out there waiting for her! But as the weeks and months wore on, I must admit, I found myself feeling growing tense. It was time to actually do something.

I called Tehillim Kollel and chose a 40-day membership. “Daven for my Ruchy,” I requested. “daven we should nd a suitable shidduch – quickly.”

Several weeks later, my cellphone rang. It was a Tehillim Kollel sta member calling to ask whether I was interested in continuing my membership. “The 40 days are over today,” he explained.

“I’m a bit busy tonight,” I replied, “please call me back tomorrow.”

Indeed, that night, we hosted a L’chaim in our dining room. Ruchy was a glowing kallah! When Tehillim Kollel called again the following morning, I happily signed up for another round – an annual membership this time, for my daughter along with her new chosson.

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She spends more time in your house than your mother, your sister and your best friend. She knows your daily schedule, your eating habits, your balabusta skills (or lack thereof), and the happenings in your life.

Yet for all her intimate familiarity with your household, your own knowledge of your cleaning lady’s life might be limited to her preferred coffee-to-sugar ratio and her multiple ER visits, which, weirdly enough, tend to coincide with legal holidays.

After months of spending hours with Lourdes, often working side by side with the language barrier limiting our communication, I am curious. Who is this woman? Where does she come from, where does she go home to, and what brought her to a country whose language she doesn’t speak?

With Google Translate at my side (okay, in my cleaning lady’s pocket), I decide to find out.

I approach the conversation with some trepidation. With my previous cleaning lady, a Venezuelan native, the details were pretty horrific. Her husband had worked in a factory belonging to the opposition, and because of that, they were branded the enemy. She sobbed over my ironing board as

she described the harsh treatment she and her husband endured before the eyes of her four young children.

Lourdes, it turns out, has a far less traumatic story.

“I come from Ecuador,” she shares. “It is beautiful there, peaceful and quiet.” The problem? As with many peaceful and quiet places, “There is no work in Ecuador.” She describes a life

of extreme poverty, in which she struggled to provide for her young daughter and aging mother. “It was very hard. I tried to make food, but I could not buy many things because there was no money.”

Left with no choice, Lourdes was forced to cross the border to seek her fortunes. She shows me a picture of a smiling little girl. “My daughter, she is five. She stayed in Ecuador with my mother. I must make money so I can bring them here with me.”

“Cross the border” wasn’t quite as simple as it may sound.

“There is a guide, he helps people come, but I had to pay him fifteen thousand dollars. I took a loan from a bank.” Along with a large group of hopefuls, including some friends, she walked north.

“We walked for one month,” she writes, and I’m sure this is a Google Translate misunderstanding, because who walks for a month?

“Walk?” I repeat, marching across my kitchen. “Like this?” (What Google can’t do, sign language can.)

She nods. “Aha! Si.”

Shortly before the summer of 2024, the exhausted crowd reached big, strange, promise-filled America.

“They tell me there is work in New York,” Lourdes says. “So I came to New York.”

New York, she soon discovered, did indeed boast plenty of job opportunities. Also plenty of people, and cars and action and noise and dirt. Too much, in her opinion.

“I don’t like New York,” she tells me frankly. “It’s too busy and there is a lot of noise. Ecuador, it is much more peaceful. Also, it is very cold here.” (I almost suggest to her that there are other, saner cities in the U.S., but it’s weeks to Pesach, and suicidal I am not.)

Lourdes also misses her mother and daughter desperately. “I can’t go see them because I will have to pay another fifteen thousand dollars to come back.” She lives in an apartment in Queens with friends, working to send money back home while trying to save up enough so her family can join her one day. “I don’t know how long it will take,” she says, “I hope it will be soon.”

Prior to her arrival in New York, Lourdes had never met a Jew. “Everything is very interesting,” she says with a laugh. “Your life, your language, the way you dress. You all dress very nicely.”

This surprises me. I expected comments about basar v’chalav, maybe Shabbos, or the kids’ negel vasser she’s always taking out (sigh). Of all things, this is what struck her?

“Nicer than other communities?” I ask.

She nods, smiles wide. Yes, she says, she finds our mode of dress far more attractive than that of any of the many people she’s encountered over time.

ing on, I wonder, is Lourdes nervous about the possibility of being forced back to her hometown?

This question, when I pose it, is greeted by a very emphatic nod.

“Si,” she says to her phone. “Si, Si,” followed by a string of words in Spanish, and I don’t have to read the translation to know that she is very, very nervous. At this point, my compassionate human heart — and my self-preservation instinct — kicks in, and I explain to her that the government is primarily looking to evict criminals.

“This is what they tell me,” she replies, “but still, I am very afraid they will catch me and deport me back to Ecuador and I won’t have work.” She tells me about Juan, her neighbor in Ecuador. “He went to a city called Minneapolis, and one day he went to buy food and they caught him and took him back to Ecuador.”

LOURDES ALSO MISSES HER MOTHER AND DAUGHTER DESPERATELY. “I CAN’T GO SEE THEM BECAUSE I WILL HAVE TO PAY ANOTHER FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS TO COME BACK”

She loves working for this community because she’s treated well. “Some of my friends, they do really hard work, and they are very tired. The work here is not hard, so I am not tired.” (Yes, this was before Pesach cleaning, why do you ask?)

With the new administration in Washington cracking down on illegals, many foreigners are understandably panicked. A friend of mine was informed by her cleaning help that she could no longer come to work because “they’re already snatching people at the trains.” Another lady simply packed her bags and took the next flight out. With all that go-

Admittedly, I don’t know Juan, I have no idea what he was doing when he wasn’t buying food, and whether or not his food-buying involved payment. But I can see how a story like this could frighten the wits out of my cleaning lady, who’s now living with the terror that an innocuous trip might end on a southbound plane.

“They aren’t looking to deport honest, hardworking, people like you,” I assure her again.

For Lourdes’s sake and mine, I hope I’m right. And that the president achieves his goals, but — please, Hashem — without sacrificing my cleaning help.

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We spend months meticulously scrubbing every corner of our homes in preparation for Pesach. Our cars get a thorough vacuuming, our walls are wiped down — but what about the garbage bins sitting in the driveway?

Shimmy Fleischman, owner of Mr. Can, a professional trash can cleaning company serving Rockland and Orange counties and surrounding areas, shares why keeping trash bins sanitized is more important than people realize. He also opens up about the unique challenges of the job and how his team is gearing up for the Pesach rush.

Mr. Can began…

Back in 2017, when I was looking to open my own business. I didn’t know what type of business it would be, only that it would be something unique. While I was thinking about different ideas, my brother, Gershy, who is also my business partner, was searching for a company to clean his dirty trash cans. The only company he could find was very far away and didn’t service our area. After doing some research, we found a company in Florida that manufactures these special cleaning trucks, and Mr. Can was born.

When Mr. Can cleans your trash cans…

You’re saved from doing a very unpleasant job! It’s a hassle to clean your own cans; you need a hose, and often will need to use a brush to really scrub out all the sticky debris. And let’s be real: How clean are your trash cans after you’ve cleaned them? Cleaning those cans by hand is not very effective.

Our truck does the job in about thirty seconds, and it’s a very thorough job at that. The cans are cleaned with very high-pressure water that’s heated to about 190 degrees. Not only does every bit of dirt get washed out, but the cans are also completely sanitized. After the cans are cleaned, we spray them with a deodorizing scent, so your cans smell nice and clean. Additionally, all the dirty water stays in our truck, so you don’t have to worry about a mess on your driveway.

Services we provide…

Our main service is curbside trash can cleaning for residential customers, including multifamily properties. Additionally, we work with management companies and also have some commercial customers. Recently, we started cleaning dumpsters as well. We offer biweekly, monthly and quarterly service.

The coolest thing about the truck is…

Its ability to deliver a deep, thorough clean in just seconds. It’s equipped with a 500-gallon clean water tank and a 400-gallon waste water tank, ensuring efficient operation. Like a garbage truck, it can lift and clean two bins at a time using hydraulic arms that tilt them upside down and lower them until they are partially inside the hopper. This design prevents dirty water from spilling onto driveways or streets. Then comes the real magic — hot water at 1,200 psi (pressure is measured in pounds per square inch, or psi for short, which indicates the force exerted over a unit area of one square inch) blasts away grime, grease and bacteria. The water is so hot you can actually see the steam rising out of the truck! And the best part? No harsh chemicals are needed; the high-pressure heat alone is enough to sanitize the cans completely.

The most challenging part of the job is…

Managing operations and scheduling. For our truck to be out on the road every day, everything has to run flawlessly. While the truck is an incredible machine, it’s also packed with complex components — hot water boilers, hydraulics, pumps — any of which can break down if not properly maintained. And they often do! Rockland County’s hard water is particularly tough on these systems; if scale builds up in the pipes, it can lead to blockages, burst pipe or even pump failure.

Scheduling is another major challenge. Since our service depends on garbage pickup times, any delays or cancellations can throw our entire schedule off track.

During the Erev Pesach

season…

Our regular customers always come first, with their cleanings scheduled as close to Pesach as possible. This means we have to fit all of them into the last ten days before Yom Tov — a logistical challenge, to say the least! Of course, everyone wants their trash cans sparkling clean and completely chometz-free by Pesach itself.

To address this, we’ve implemented a simple but effective solution: During our pre-Pesach cleaning runs, we place industrial-sized bin liners inside the freshly cleaned cans. On Erev Pesach, all you have to do is remove and discard the liner, and your trash can is clean and ready for Yom Tov.

Pesach is by far our most challenging season. Normally, we schedule cleanings right after garbage pickup, and throughout the year, it’s not a big deal if we arrive a few hours after the garbage truck. But in the days leading up to Pesach, things get much trickier. With balabustas in full Pesach prep mode, trash cans fill up at lightning speed. If we don’t show up immediately after the garbage truck, our workers end up having to empty the cans again before they can be cleaned! With the pre-Pesach rush and the added pressure of fitting in extra customers, this does happen sometimes. In these cases, our workers simply place the trash bags back into the freshly cleaned can. While this means more work for our workers, it’s not the end of the world for the customer, since our bin-liners are there to save the day.

Baruch Hashem, we’ve been able to invest in an extra truck dedicated to handling the pre-Pesach overflow, which allows us to service all of our customers as close to Pesach as possible.

Surprising things we’ve found in trash cans…

Animals — both alive and dead. One of our workers once got a nasty scratch from a startled squirrel that suddenly bolted out of a bin he was cleaning. Fortunately, encounters like that are rare. When it comes to dead animals, we’re legally prohibited from handling them, so we report the issue to the local animal control. Once they’ve taken care of the situation, we return to clean the trash cans.

I

wish people would know…

How many germs and diseases are lurking in their trash cans. I’m no biohazard expert, but I can confidently say that trash cans are among the most contaminated spots in any home. They can quickly become breeding grounds for maggots and flies — I’ve seen bins crawling with maggots! Flies are drawn to leftover food scraps and lay their eggs in the garbage, which then hatch into maggots that can spread harmful bacteria like salmonella and E. coli. Keeping trash cans clean isn’t just about odor control; dirty cans are a serious health concern.

When I started this business, I didn’t know that…

The truck would be so difficult to operate. Before we launched Mr. Can, we went down to Florida to be trained on how to use the truck, and we thought we were all set. Turns out, we had a major learning curve ahead of us. Officially, we were supposed to be able to clean 200 cans in one run, but in the first year, we couldn’t manage to do more than 60. When we started Mr. Can, there was no similar company in the area, so we had no one to call to ask for advice.

Our first winter season was a complete nightmare! As soon as temperatures dipped below 32°, our trucks would freeze. The manufacturer, based in sunny Florida, had little experience dealing with harsh winter conditions, and their system simply wasn’t built for the freezing temperatures of New York. It took a lot of trial and error to find a solution, but we eventually figured it out. Now we park our trucks in a climate-controlled warehouse, allowing us to operate smoothly virtually year-round.

Some garbage bin cleaning tips…

Even if you clean your trash cans regularly, a little maintenance between cleanings goes a long way in keeping them fresh and odor-free. Here are some simple but effective tips:

• Use high-quality garbage bags to prevent leaks and spills inside the bin.

• Avoid overfilling; when bags are crammed in too tightly, they can tear and create a mess.

• Keep the lid closed at all times to prevent animals from being drawn to the garbage. If critters can get inside, they’ll likely rip open the bags, leaving you with an even bigger cleanup.

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We know how much it means for you to have cleaning help. We also know how frustrating it can be to try to communicate when there’s a language barrier. And while not all cleaning help speaks Spanish, many housekeepers do. Therefore The Monsey View presents this handy guide to make the Erev Pesach preparations with your cleaning help easier and more pleasant. We know you’ll appreciate it!

GENERAL CONVERSATION

Good morning Buen día

Good afternoon Buenas tardes

Good night Buenas noches

Are you thirsty? ¿Tienes sed?

Are you hungry? ¿Tienes hambre?

Thank you for coming Gracias por venir

I am so happy you came! ¡Estoy tan contenta de que hayas venido!

Yes Sí

No No

In the Jewish religion we value modesty. In this particular house we ask our cleaning help to wear a uniform or to come dressed with long sleeves and loose pants or a long skirt. We appreciate your cooperation.

En la religión judía valoramos el recato. En esta casa en particular, le pedimos a las empleadas domésticas que usen uniforme o que vistan mangas larga y pantalones holgados o una falda larga. Apreciamos su cooperación.

SCHEDULING

Are you available to work every week? ¿Puedes trabajar todas las semanas?

I need you to come: Necesito que vengas:

Sunday Domingo

Monday Lunes

Tuesday Martes

Wednesday Miércoles

Thursday Jueves

Friday Viernes

Saturday night Sábado por la noche

I have _ hours to give you on _ . Tengo _ horas para darte el _ .

One Uno

Two Dos

Three Tres

Four Cuatro

Five Cinco

Six Seis

Seven Siete

Eight Ocho

Can you come at _ a.m/p.m?

¿Puedes venir a las _ a.m./ p.m.?

Please call me if you cannot come when you are scheduled. Por favor, llámame si no puedes venir el día que programamos.

IN THE BATHROOM

Organize the cabinet

Organiza el botiquín

Take out the garbage Saca la basura

Clean the mirror Limpia el espejo

Scrub Friega

Sink Pileta

Bathtub Bañera

Shower Ducha

Toilet Lavabo

Tiles Azulejos

Floor Piso

IN THE BEDROOM

Wash windows Limpia las ventanas

Inside glass Vidrio interno

Outside glass Vidrio externo

Inside window frame Por dentro del marco de la ventana

Dust blinds Limpia las persianas

Clean curtains Limpia las cortinas

With vacuum Con aspiradora

Wash in machine Lava a máquina

Wash by hand Lava a mano

Clean the light fixtures Limpia los artefactos de luz

Polish the furniture Pulir los muebles

Clean the glass/mirrors Limpia los vidrios/espejos

Move the bed and clean under it Mueve la cama y limpia debajo de ella

Change the: Cambia las:

Linen Sábanas

Pillowcases Fundas de almohada

Dust ruffle Volante

Take off and wash Quítalo y lávalo

Put on Ponlo

Sweep floor Barre el piso

Wash floor with mop Limpia el piso con el trapo

Wash floor by hand Limpia el piso a mano

Vacuum floor Pasa la aspiradora por el piso

Wash corners by hand Limpia las esquinas a mano

Wash baseboards Limpia los zócalos

Take out the garbage Saca la basura

Wash garbage can Limpia el tacho de basura

Dust the top of: Limpia la superficie de: Clock, pictures, etc. reloj, cuadros, etc.

Organize: Organiza:

Closet Armario

Drawers Cajones

LAUNDRY

Sort: Clasifica:

Wash: Lava:

Hand wash: Lavado a mano:

Fold: Dobla:

Dark colors Colores oscuros

Light colors Colores claros

White load Carga blanca

Towels Toallas

Put away: Pon a un lado:

Children’s clothing Ropa de los niños

Adult clothing Ropa de los adultos

All clothing Toda la ropa

Bath towels Toallas de baño

Cleaning rags Trapos de limpieza

Linen Sábanas

Wash this: Lava con agua:

Hot Caliente

Cold Fría

Warm Tibia

Organize detergents Organiza los detergentes

Wash counters Lava las mesadas

Wash sink Lava la pileta

Clean lint filter Limpia el filtro de pelusa

IN THE DINING ROOM/ LIVING ROOM

Take out all silver Quita toda la platería

Polish this silver Pule esto de plata

Put back all silver Vuelve a colocar toda la platería

Clean inside china cabinet Limpia dentro de la vitrina de porcelana

Take out all books and clean bookshelf Quita todos los libros y limpia el estante

Windows Ventanas

Inside glass

Vidrio interno

Outside glass Vidrio externo

Inside window frame Dentro del marco de la ventana

Blinds Persianas

Spray the chandelier Rocía la araña (candelabro de techo)

Wash chandelier by hand Limpia la araña a mano

Clean curtains Lava las cortinas

With vacuum Con aspiradora

Wash in machine A máquina

Wash by hand A mano

Clean the light fixtures Limpia los artefactos de luz

Polish the furniture Pulir los muebles

Clean the glass Limpia el vidrio

Move _ and clean it.

Mueve el _ y limpia debajo.

Couch Sofá

Recliner Reposera

Armchair Sillón individual

Sweep floor Barre el piso

Wash floor with mop Limpia el piso con un trapo

Wash floor by hand Limpia el piso a mano

Wash corners by hand Limpia las esquinas a mano

Wash baseboards Limpia los zócalos

Wash walls Limpia las paredes

Vacuum floor Pasa la aspiradora en el piso

Dust the top of: Limpia la superficie de:

Clock, pictures, etc. Reloj, cuadros, etc.

Organize and wash inside: Organiza y limpia dentro de:

Closet Armario

Drawers Cajones

IN THE KITCHEN

According to the Jewish religion, we are very careful never to mix meat and dairy products. Because of this, we have separate sides of the kitchen for meat and dairy. Some of us also have a side that is neither for meat nor dairy. Please be careful to wash your hands and change your gloves and cleaning rags when going from one side to another. Thank you!

De acuerdo a la religión judía, debemos ser muy cuidadosos en no mezclar nunca productos cárnicos y lácteos. Por lo tanto, la cocina está separada en dos lados, uno para carne y otro para leche. Algunos de nosotros incluso tenemos un tercer espacio, que no se usa ni para carne ni para leche. Por favor, ten cuidado en lavar tus manos y cambiar tus guantes y trapos cuando pasas de un lado a otro. ¡Gracias!

Wash the meat dishes Lava los platos de carne

Wash the milk dishes Lava los paltos de leche

Wash the parve dishes Lava los platos parve

Please change your gloves and use a new rag when you go the _ side.

Por favor cambia tus guantes y usa un trapo distinto cuando pasas al lado _ .

Meat Cárnico

Milk Lácteo

Dry dishes Seca los platos

Put away dishes Pon a un lado los platos

Take out everything from the refrigerator and wash Quita todo lo del refrigerador y límpialo

Take out everything from the freezer and wash Quita todo lo del congelador y lávalo

Put back the things on the counter Vuelve a colocar las cosas en la mesada

Wash the countertop Lava por encima de las mesadas

Wash sink Lava la pileta

Wash stovetop Limpia las hornallas

Clean oven Limpia el horno

Wash windows Limpia las ventanas

Inside glass vidrio interno

Outside glass vidrio externo

Inside window frame Dentro del marco de la ventana

Dust blinds Limpia las persianas

Clean the light fixtures Limpia los artefactos de luz

Sweep floor Barre el piso

Wash floor with mop Limpia el piso con un trapo

Wash floor by hand Limpia el piso a mano

Wash corners by hand Limpia las esquinas a mano

Wash baseboards Limpia los zócalos

Wash walls Limpia las paredes

Organize: Organiza:

Pantry Alacena

Drawers Cajones

Pots and Pans Ollas y sartenes

Take out the garbage Quita la basura

Wash garbage can Limpia el tacho de basura

Organize:

GENERAL

Organiza:

Toys Uguetes

Spices Condimentos

Pots and pans Ollas y sartenes

Bathroom cabinet Botiquín del baño

Pantry Alacena

Linen closet Armario de sábanas

Drawers Cajones

Shoes Zapatos

Wash all baseboards/ chair rails Limpia todos los zócalos/ rieles de las sillas

Wash walls Limpia las paredes

Wash ceiling corners Limpia las esquinas de los techos

Dust ceiling Desempolvar el techo

SHOPPING LIST

Do we need more: Necesitamos más:

Laundry detergent Jabón para lavar la ropa

Fabric softener Suavizante de ropa

Bleach Bleach

Oxiclean Almidón

Starch Starch

Furniture polish Limpiador de muebles

Silver polish Pulidor de plata

Sponges Esponjas

Cleaning rags Trapos

YOUR FACE!

PESACH CLEANING WITH JOY

Week 1: March 16 – 20

Getting started Bedrooms Linen closet

Week 2: March 23 – 27

Playroom Laundry room Bathrooms

Week 3: March 30 – April 3

Kitchen, Part 1 Dining room Coat closet

Week 4: April 6 – 10

Kitchen, Part 2 Car Outdoors

Wrap Up

Last-minute reminders

Hello again!

This is the week when many of us will be joined by company.

Do your kids help? Are you afraid of asking them for help? Do you worry they’ll feel overworked? I was. Until… Several years ago, my twelve-year-old daughter made the following comment. It gave me a deeper appreciation for the joint effort involved in making Pesach. On a random winter day, we were discussing Yomim Tovim, and my daughter said her favorite is Pesach, “because I work for it, so I enjoy it more.”

So, are we overworking our kids by handing them gloves and shmattes? No! On the contrary, it’s good for them! After all is said and done, even teenagers thrive on that feeling of accomplishment, of having completed a task, of crossing another thing off the long to-do list. Growing up, we used to label each kitchen cabinet as soon as it was done, and I remember the euphoric feeling of looking around the room and counting just how many “Clean for Pesach” labels were hanging thanks to me.

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Stop-arm cameras on school buses detect illegal passings and make roads safer for students.

YELLOW Lights mean slow down. RED Lights mean stop.

Stop-arm cameras on school buses detect illegal passings and make roads safer for students.

YELLOW Lights mean slow down. RED Lights mean stop.

YELLOW Lights mean slow down. RED Lights mean stop.

Stop-arm cameras on school buses detect illegal passings and make roads safer for students.

REMEMBER THE SCHOOL BUS STOPPING LAW

REMEMBER THE SCHOOL BUS STOPPING LAW

Drivers traveling in both directions on two-lane and multi-lane roads must stop for school buses. There are no exceptions. When red lights start flashing, all drivers nearby must stop.

YELLOW Lights mean slow down. RED Lights mean stop.

Drivers traveling in both directions on two-lane and multi-lane roads must stop for school buses. There are no exceptions. When red lights start flashing, all drivers nearby must stop.

REMEMBER THE SCHOOL BUS STOPPING LAW

Drivers traveling in both directions on two-lane and multi-lane roads must stop for school buses. There are no exceptions. When red lights start flashing, all drivers nearby must stop.

REMEMBER THE SCHOOL BUS STOPPING LAW

Drivers traveling in both directions on two-lane and multi-lane roads must stop for school buses. There are no exceptions. When red lights start flashing, all drivers nearby must stop.

I try to capitalize on this satisfying sense of accomplishment when I work toward family cooperation. For example, some years, we hung a large sign on the fridge with a long, windy path drawn from one corner to the other. I gave each child a sheet of dot stickers in a different color, and each time they completed a task, they stuck one of their stickers onto the path. We loved watching ourselves get to the finish line — and each child was so proud to see his/her color on the sign!

This countdown idea rewards each child individually on an emotional level — while developing that unified sense of pride that we’re all getting there together. In truth, any chart or list filled in with your kids’ initials can have the same effect.

Bottom line: Don’t be afraid to get your kids to help. The inner feeling of satisfaction they’ll feel will make Pesach their best Yom Tov yet!

PRO-TIPS

How Can I Get My Kids To Help — Willingly?

Remember that your attitude will become their attitude. Keep your smile on!

Assign jobs that match each kid’s strong points. A confident child will do the job well — and be happy to do it.

Compliment, don’t criticize! (And if you need to redo something they’ve done, do it when they won’t see.)

Treat your kids if they’re up, dressed, davened and ready to roll up their sleeves by a certain hour. A special breakfast or morning treat can go a long way.

Let your teens have “airing out” space; encourage them to spend some time on the phone or in person with their friends. A good break makes for a good helping session after — and fills their needs.

A chocolate bar or iced coffee as a random, unexpected break can be a great expression of your appreciation for their involvement.

There’s a line my kids have heard me say dozens (or hundreds) of times: “I only allow happy helpers.” I’m completely ready to be mevater on the help if it’s coming with a grumble. My kids know this, and hearing this line is usually enough to stop the complaining and get the job done cooperatively.

So, goodbye quiet. Welcome noise — hopefully only giggles, banter and fast-paced music. Oh, the pleasures of working with a crew!

Let’s get started!

KITCHEN, PART I

I don’t know about your cabinets, but sometimes I find random things in funny places as I clean out mine. I like to ask myself, “If I needed this item, would I remember I already have it? Will I remember where it is?” If the answer is yes, put it where it belongs. If the answer is no, the item goes straight to the bin.

I also ask myself if I’ve used over the last year whatever item it is that I’m encountering while cleaning. Space is at a prime in the kitchen, and extra gadgets or serving utensils — although I love collecting them — simply do not belong there. (Sometimes a newer gadget or appliance takes over an old one. Since I got a Betty Crocker, my sandwich toaster no longer deserves kitchen space. Consolidate!)

WEEK 1 WEEK 2

3

CABINETS

The process of cleaning kitchen cabinets is rather messy. The first step is making sure the counters and table are clear, ready to host the assortment of stuff that will come piling out — some of which won’t be going back in right away.

Do a dry cleaning of each cabinet or drawer first. I find my hand-vacuum super handy at this stage. It gets into the crevices and corners easily (and makes cleaning so much more fun for the kids!).

Next, use Windex, Soft Scrub, dish-detergent solution, or any other fresh-smelling soap you like to clean all surfaces.

Miracle sponge can be helpful on stubborn stains.

If you don’t have a Pesach kitchen, or if you rely on using some year-round cabinets for Pesach, it doesn’t pay to invest too much time in reorganizing your cabinets. At this point, you can already place any objects you don’t need until after Pesach in the place they’ll be stored over Pesach.

Picture Perfect

My daughter snaps a picture of each cabinet before she empties it. Then, when putting everything back, she knows exactly how I like it to be organized.

SMALL APPLIANCES

I like to clean my small appliances the last time I use them before Pesach — not necessarily when I’m up to the cabinet they live in. For example, after I put up that last batch of challah before Pesach, I’ll take the time to clean the mixer.

Toothpicks, Q-tips, a toothbrush and a magic sponge — they all come to good use in the crevices of a mixer, food processor, toaster, etc.

SPARE FRIDGE/FREEZER

If you’re lucky enough to have more than one, clean your spare freezer or fridge and line it now. You can now comfortably bring in Pesach foods as soon as you’re ready!

4 WEEK 5

DINING ROOM

The first apartment I made Pesach in had an open dining room plan. Actually, the dining room was just about the entire house! We needed to leave it for last. But if your dining room is a separate room — bonus points if it has doors — now’s the time to get it Seder-ready.

TABLE AND CHAIRS

This is one of the most tedious pre-Pesach chores — and also one of the most important ones. You’ll be sitting here on Seder night!

Wash all wooden parts with mild soap. You can choose a commercial furniture cleaner or use a homemade solution of dishwashing soap, water and a drop of lemon juice.

Vacuum upholstery, pretreat any stains (I use regular laundry stain removers) and then carefully wash the entire thing.

Don’t use too much water, and don’t rub stains too vigorously!

If you have any spare folding tables or chairs that you’ll be using over Pesach, make sure to clean them well too.

COUCH

A thorough vacuum is the most important part of the job.

You can sprinkle some baking soda to deodorize, let sit for a few minutes, and then vacuum again.

A professional steam cleaner works wonders on a fabric couch, but if you don’t have one, spot clean stains using liquid laundry detergent or mild cleanser. Blot — don’t scrub!

On leather, a damp shmatte with mild soap is most effective.

BREAKFRONT

Don’t wait for the last minute, when there’s so much to be done, to polish your silver. Hopefully, your breakfront has a good air seal that will keep your silver shining.

Silver pieces that will be used on Pesach may need to be kashered or rinsed with boiling water. Make sure to use kosher l’Pesach silver polish or a new container of polish.

CURTAINS

Window treatment companies suggest cleaning drapes once a year, which aligns perfectly with our pre-Pesach cleaning system. Freshly washed curtains really make a difference in making the entire room feel fresh.

If your curtains are hard to remove, do a good vacuum. You can also steam-clean them.

Some curtains will do well in your washing machine, but many should be sent to the dry cleaners or professionals.

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COAT CLOSET

Like any closet in your house, remove, scrub and declutter before putting everything back inside. Organize your storage bins containing scarves, gloves, reflectors, rain bonnets, etc. You can also clean out the pockets of coats/jackets that won’t be worn until Pesach.

Pro Tip: It’s best to store winter coats in a cool, dry, dark place over the spring and summer months. If you’re tight on space, use storage bags.

We’re getting there…

Next week, we’ll continue moving the chometz out with more deep cleaning in the kitchen. See you then!

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יד ראפ

פארא ןטראדנאטס יד ןרעוו רקיעב סאד סאוו ,תודוסי טפיוה 5 טימ טגנערבעג

רעטלעג בור ואוו סעיניל עטיור יד ןענעז םיטרפ יטרפ יד ןיא .טעדנעוושראפ ןרעוו ןלעטשסיוא ןיילא ןענעק תולהק יד ןלעוו .ןטייקגיטראנגייא ערעייז טיול

ןטייקכילגעמ יד ןלעטשוצוצ ,סנטירד

עלא ןפיוק ןענעק עקאט לאז ןעמ זא ליעסלואה ראפ ,הלכ ןתח ראפ ןרעהעגוצ ,גראוורעבליז ,גנוריצ ןופ ןביוהעגנא .ןזיירפ

א ןכאמ הנותח – טראוו

רעד ןעוועג זיא הפיסאה שאר בשוי

,א"טילש ףיש יכדרמ טגנערבעגסיורא רעטרעוו לרעפ ענייז הביס יד ןוא ,ןינעה תוציחנ ןשיטירק םעד עטשרע יד ןענעז םינבר יד סאווראפ א ףיוא טדער ןעמ ןעמעוו וצ

יד ןבאה ,הפיסא טעוו סאוו ,ארוק לוק א ןבירשעגרעטנוא סע ואוו ,ןרעוו טכילטנפעראפ בורקב ה"יא

יירשעגייוו סאד טגנערבעגסיורא טרעוו טשינ ןענעק סאוו לארשי ללכ בור ןופ ,רעדניק ערעייז ןופ תונותח יד ןקעד טשינ רעמ סיזירק םעד ןעק ןעמ זא ןוא

ןופ ,הרוחס עכילרעה יד ןופ ןראוועג רעביא ןוא ,טעטילאווק עגידלאוועג יד

סאוו ןזיירפ עכילביולגמוא יד ןופ םעלא

םינתוחמ עגילאצמוא ראפ ןיוש טפלעה עדעי ייב םיפלא רעגילדנעצ ןראפש ךיז .הנותח

גנונאפש טימ סיורא טקוק לארשי ללכ

גנונעפאה עגידלאוועג א טימ יסנאמ ףיוא

ןיוש לאז הכפהמ עגיטצעי רעד זא

ענעשטנואוועג יד

QUICK! RUN OUTSIDE! THE BUILDING IS COLLAPSING!

TATTE! MISHA! GET OUT! SAVE YOURSELVES!

ZUSHA!!!

ZUSHA!!!

RECAP: THE RUBINOVS ARE TRAPPED IN THE BUILDING. PEDRO WANTS TO TAKE THE KIDS HOME AND LEAVE MR. RUBINOV BEHIND, WHILE KEEPING THE TREASURE FOR HIMSELF. SUDDENLY, THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH HIM BEGINS TO SINK, AND THE CEILING TREMBLES.

LOOKS LIKE THE ENTIRE BUILDING COLLAPSED! I CAN’T BELIEVE I’M ALIVE.

I JUST CAN’T GET AWAY FROM YOU, HUH? SO, YOU’RE ANOTHER RUBINOV. YOU TRICKED ME. VERY CLEVER.

I DIDN’T MEAN TO DECEIVE YOU.

I ONLY WANTED TO SAVE MY FATHER AND BROTHER.

BAH, WHAT DO I CARE? THE MAIN THING IS — I GOT THE TREASURE.

WHAT GOOD WILL THE TREASURE DO YOU WHEN YOU’RE BURIED UNDER THE RUBBLE?

I’LL FIND A WAY… WAIT, WHAT?! NO WAY! WE WERE TRICKED! EVEN MY GREATGREATGRANDFATHER DIDN’T LEAVE ME ANYTHING?! I —

OH, NOT ANOTHER JEW!

BARUCH HASHEM.

BITS OF WITS

SHEVY HOLLANDER

A LITTLE BIT OF SCIENCE WONDER

The koala is the animal that sleeps the most in a 24-hour period, catching winks between 18 and 22 hours each day. On the other end of the slumbering spectrum is the giraffe, which requires an average of 30 minutes of sleep each day.

Continually and continuously are two words that sound almost the same but have different meanings, resulting in frequently wrong usage. When you do something continuously, it is constant, without end. When you do something continually, you are doing it frequently. You start, and you stop, but you keep starting again.

THE CHANGING FACE OF: ELMER’S

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).

TANACH TEASER

WHERE IN TEHILLIM CAN YOU FIND A WORD THAT HAS FIVE מS?

MARK THE

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U L G I A R N

THINK OF THE LINK

Find a common factor for this group of four words

1. Tie

2. Fan 3. Kerchief

4. Lace

TEASE YOUR MIND

I’M NOT ALIVE, BUT I CAN GROW. I DON’T HAVE LUNGS, BUT I NEED AIR. I’M NOT A PLANT, BUT YOU WATER ME. WHAT AM I?

Answer: Fire

FLOWER

THINK OF THE LINK

Find a common factor for this group of four words:

1. Tree

2. Bank

3. Road

4. Family

These are all things with branches.

TANACH TEASER

Triplets are born on the same day, and yet each bris milah will take place on a different day. How is that possible?

One boy was born on Friday before shkiah, so his bris will take place the next Friday. The second triplet was born bein hashmashos, and because of the doubt, his bris cannot supersede Shabbos and will therefore be postponed to Sunday. The third triplet is born after nightfall, and his bris will take place on Shabbos.

ADD TO DICTIONARY

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

Why call it an umbrella if you can use the much more fun word bumbershoot, especially if you’re the kind of person who brings their bumbershoot with them all the time, just in case?

SAY IT WITH A TWIST

LESSER LEATHER NEVER WEATHERED WETTER WEATHER BETTER.

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1. Gather round the table to play a family game of Boggle, using this Boggle board.

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

HINT

Each Boggle board hides a word of nine letters or more!

B T S E M A A H R I

G O F C I O L W D L

N J V E S

Family name:

Full mailing address:

Full name of winner:

Amount of points:

Full names of competing players:

List some words only the winner found:

WINNER 1

FAMILY NAME: Ciment, 845-xxx-0577

NAME OF WINNER: Tzippy

AMOUNT OF POINTS: 89

NAMES OF COMPETING PLAYERS: Riki, Breindy

SOME WORDS ONLY THE WINNER FOUND: camper, sent, baked, fake THE LONGEST WORD FOUND ON THE

WINNER 2

FAMILY NAME: Felberbaum, 845-xxx-3147

NAME OF WINNER: Esty

NAMES

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• Outside Sales Rep for Commercial LED Lighting & EV Charger Stations, 40k + commission, Monsey

• Leading Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Brokerage firm, seeks motivated and ambitious individuals to join their team as Real Estate Finance Advisors, develop relationships with real estate owners and developers to arrange financing. Learn to analyze and underwrite deals, 40k + commissions, Monsey

• Behavior Therapist (LMSW, LCSW or MHC) $65/hr. per client session, Monsey/hybrid

• Mental Health Therapists, Interns positions, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, salary based on experience, Monsey

• Service Provider Customer Service Rep, have excellent phone and computer skills, previous experience required, proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong problemsolving skills and customer-focused approach. Full-time or Part-time, minimum 5 hours daily, $30-$35/hr., Monsey

• Nursing Home Controller, 2+ yrs. nursing home industry experience required, Financial Planning and Budgeting, Audit and Financial Statement Preparation, strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 160k – 200k, Monsey

• Sales Manager - Established trucking brokerage company seeking seasoned Sales Manager to drive revenue growth. Proven sales expertise in logistics/ trucking industry. Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage sales teams. Proficiency in CRM software to track sales performance and customer relationships, 150k - 180k+, Monsey

• Nurse Practitioner/Physician’s Assistant for Skilled Nursing Facilities, 125k - 150k + full benefits package, travel to Bronx and NYC

• Risk Manager for Commercial insurance and risk management company, worker’s compensation loss control experience and commercial loss control experience required (non-workers compensation). Proficient in the New York State/ jurisdiction, 135k, Monsey

• Level 3 IT - MSP, relevant experience in technical support and/or systems engineering role within an MSP or similar setting, 100k – 130k, Monsey

• Implementation Manager, experience in UKG software (formerly Kronos) to lead and manage the deployment of UKG solutions, 80k – 100k, Monsey

• Full-Charge Bookkeeper for Real Estate Management Company to oversee all bookkeeping functions, full-time, 80k –100k, Monsey

• Construction Crew Manager, construction experience required, oversee deliveries and construction installations, including scheduling, coordinating w/ team and ensuring seamless execution of projects, travel required, 75k – 90k, Monsey

• Office Admin position for Article 16 OPWDD Clinic, 75k – 85k, Monsey

• Junior Underwriter Real Estate, advanced Excel skills required, highly analytical, detail-oriented, analyzing data and financial information to assess risk, utilize Excel to model and forecast financial outcomes, humble and collaborative team player, 70k - 90k, Monsey

• Real Estate Title Coordinator, 1+ yrs. experience required, 70k – 80k, Monsey

• Yeshiva Administrator, oversee daily operations, manage new registrations and tuition collections, Coordinate payroll and benefits, ensure seamless daily operations (food, cleaning, maintenance,) secure additional funding through fundraising and government programs, 75k+, Monsey

• 1031 Exchange Officer, oversee and facilitate the process of 1031 exchanges, managing the 1031 docs, client communication etc., 65k – 75k, Monsey

• Office Secretary / Bookkeeper, full-time, phone calls, emails, write estimates, invoices, A/R and A/P, excellent phone skills and knowledge of QuickBooks required. 60k – 75k, Monsey

• Customer service rep, female office, full-time, experience required, computer proficient, be tech-savvy, multi-task, 60k - 70k, Monsey

• IT Help Desk Level 1 for IT Service Provider, provide technical assistance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve problems via phone, email, and in-person, 55k - 70k, Monsey

• Male Client Advocate Case Liaison, advocate for individuals and families in need, supporting their access to community resources and services, intake assessments and create service plans, collaborate with social service agencies to

• Office Secretary work, proficient in Microsoft Office/ Excel, good w/ numbers, communication skills, detail-oriented, prior office experience required, 6+ hours daily, $30 – $35/hr., Monsey

• Nursing Home Transition and Diversion (NHTD) Service Coordinator, coordinate services for individuals with traumatic brain injury or who require nursing home level care, BA required, flexible hours, $35/hr.+, Monsey

• Admin Assistant, quick learner with strong technical skills, a passion for business, and a drive to learn new tools and information., $25/hr. - $35/hr., part-time or full-time, Upper Saddle River, NJ

• Assistant to Head Bookkeeper, female office, QuickBooks experience required, detail-oriented, 10am - 3pm, $30/hr., Monsey

• Female Health/Early Intervention Care Manager - BA or Equivalent degree required, relevant experience preferred, part-time or full-time, $30/hr.+, Monsey

• Insurance Claims Admin, process and manage insurance claims. Organize claimrelated documents, communicate with clients and insurance companies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of claim information, $30/hr., full-time, Monsey

• Workers Comp Admin, manage large volume of emails, ensuring accuracy in data entry. Be proficient in Excel, skilled in creating task lists, have prior office experience handling high email traffic, $30/hr., full-time, Monsey

• Front desk secretary, Full-time, $25/hr., Monsey

landscaping business, 50k + commissions, Monsey

• Direct Support Professional, Male or Female, provide 1:1 assistance to individuals w/ mental health fragilities, ages 1-21 in daily living activities such as meal preparation, mentoring, personal training, social skills building, tutoring, sports coaching, art therapy or housekeeping, Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred). $25/hr. – 40/hr. based on experience and level of degree. High school diploma required, Monsey Entry-level Accounts Payable and Receivable positions, full-time, female office, strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, $28/ hr., Monsey

Classifieds

SHORT TERM

MONSEY VACATION/ SIMCHA RENTAL

Beautiful fully furnished Shabbos equipped 6 bedroom 4 bath house Highview/ College. Call/ whatsapp 718541-0292

NEW ON THE MARKET!

8 bedroom waterfront house for rent in seagate. Available for shabbosim, weekly or daily. For more Information call, text or whatsapp 7188099355

STAY SUITE

New, clean and fresh. Fully furnished studio apartment for weekly and short term rent. Quiet, private and stylish. Located Grandview and 306 area. Text 845-4185916.

SUMMER RENTAL

6 bedroom new construction home in New City available for rent for July and August. Full summer only. Option for over-ground pool. Call/text 8454227292

VACATION

WEST PALM BEACH

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

MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA

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

BEAUTIFUL VILLA RENTAL

Beautiful villa in serene area outside Monroe. 9 couple rooms, teen room 8 beds and many kids mattresses. Huge private pool with stunning grounds. New!!! Jacuzzi Hot tub. Pictures at hotelfifteen. com .still avail for sukkas 845 837 5662

VILLA IN CASA GRANDE ARIZONA

Gorgeous upgraded villa available. 14 comfortable beds, 3 baths, kosher kitchen. Beautiful private backyard with heated pool. Near Shul & Grocery. Call/text 929-592-0368 / 929-441-5709 Arizonakoshervilla.net. Villa in Tuscon also available.

NORTH MIAMI AVAIL PESACH

Beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bath villa with inground heated pool and hot tub available in North Miami, Price per night $339. Pictures available. Call/ Text 845-327-7153

NORTH MIAMI FL RENTAL

2-bedroom, 2-baths with private heated pool and spa. Feb. all booked. $325 per night. Call/Text: 917-3824810, email: 1752nmb@gmail. com www.themangotreat. com

NORTH MIAMI FL.

Couples Only· Kosher Vacation House · Private Heated Pool· Warm, Relaxing, Dreamy · Beautiful Patio· 5 Min walk to a Shul. Contact chany for more details @ 845570-2341

MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA

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

LAKEHOUSE VILLA

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

HOLLYWOOD FLORIDA

Beautiful private villa. 4 Master suites with kosher kitchen, huge living area, pool. Walking distance to Shul/ Kosher shopping. Call/ WhatsApp 718-541-0292

VACATION RENTALS

Luxurious vacation properties for short-term rentals in the Monsey area. can accommodate 18 to 150 guests, ideal for large families, Shabbatons, and more. AVAIL. FOR PESACH. Great Minds 845-520-3250.

HELP WANTED

FEMALE BOOKKEEPER

Local management office seeking full-time female bookkeeper. Must be detail oriented and have experience in QuickBooks and Excel; Rent Manager a plus. Please send your resume to officejobm1@ gmail.com

FULL TIME NANNY

Seeking full time live out nanny, please contact 845 293 2312

BOOKKEEPER

Local Monsey office looking for F/T bookkeeper. Must have exp in QB & Excel. email chayav@polarishcs.com

JOIN OUR CREW!

Bais Yaakov Elementary seeking afternoon JH permanent sub for immediate hire. Email resume to resumes@ baisyaakovelementary.org

JOBS AVAILABLE

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

FULL TIME SECRETARY

Property management is looking for a Full time secretary. Data entry, customer service and collection skills required. Please email resume to rcmanageoffice@gmail.com or text 845-828-6781

THE JOB YOU’RE LOOKING FOR!

Want to have money flow into your pocket? Call/text 845324-5182

OFFICE RENTAL

Spacious, bright with plenty of sunlight. High ceilings, private bathroom, located in a new, modern building in Spring Valley. For more details or to schedule a viewing, please reach out to office@molanrealty.com.

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HELP WANTED

We are looking for a full-time receptionist (9-5) to join our team! If you’re organized, friendly, and have great communication skills. Please email your resume at jobssuffern@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.

BCBA POSITION

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

WORK FROM HOME

Great opportunity to manage your own business from home. No experience needed, no computer necessary. Huge potential to grow big. Call: 438.529.1216

HR/RECRUITING

Have HR/recruiting experience? Earn $65K+ part-time! Email ProRecruiterNY@gmail.com to apply.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

Looking for a full-time girl/ woman for a fast-paced office position to process and submit transactions efficiently. Must be organized, detail oriented and be able to multi-task. Please email resume to jobs@ ezdriveny.com.

ADMIN ASSISTANT

Growing ABA company in Monsey looking to hire an Intake/Admin Assistant. Salary based on experience. Please email info@ bigdreamersaba.com or text 347-585-6050.

HIRING!

Seeking a highly responsible, motivated individual to manage a division of our overseas team. This role requires strong management skills, problem-solving capabilities, and attention to detail. $70-90K+ with great potential for growth. Serious inquiries only. Reach out to HR@itchtix.com

PART-TIME POSITION (TWO DAYS A WEEK)

COC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate female to manage our Senior Citizens Program. Needs to be passionate about working with seniors and possess strong organizational skills to oversee the program’s technical aspects. Please email resume to ch@ coconline.org.

POSITION OPEN

Looking to hire a service coordinator to work with the elderly population. BA or equivalent required. Flexible part-time/ full-time hours. Paid holiday and vacation. Send your resume to Joboffersmonsey58@ gmail.com

HELP WANTED

Homecare office in Monsey is looking to hire Yiddish speaking employees. Full Time Only M-T 9-5 Fri 9-1. Please email rachel.lazarus@ commhealthcare.com Job requires great customer service skills and assist caregivers with applications and onboarding process.

SHARE 24/7 FI DEPARTMENT

Is seeks bright, responsible, detail-oriented female with strong computer/phone skills. Full-time preferred, 10-4 possible. To apply send your resume to cjkaplan@ chesed247.org Compensation is contingent upon experience.

SHARE 24/7 BROKERAGE DEPARTMENT

Is seeking an enthusiastic, personable, mature woman, with excellent computer skills, to work Part-time 10-3 Monday to Thursday. To apply send your resume to Cjkaplan@chesed247.org. Compensation is contingent upon experience

SUMMER JOB

Seeking a group of 8 high school, or out-of-school girls to be counselors for a day camp upstate. A bungalow with supervision and a fun program will be provided. To hear more details, Call or text 917-533-2081

SALES/OFFICE MANAGER

Seeking an experienced female sales/office Manager with a successful track record. Will paid + solid bonuses structure. GreatMonseyJob@Gmail.com

SALES & OPERATIONS LEADER

Seeking an experienced female Sales & Operations Leader to drive performance and optimize operations parttime or full-time in Monsey. Email: TopCareerNY@gmail. com

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Seeking motivated, experienced woman (ages 35+) passionate about helping others excel in their careers. Unlimited income potential, PT/FT. TopCareerNY@gmail. com

PART-TIME $35+ AN HOUR

Seeking a Part-time Office Admin for a one-girl office. Must have experience in customer service, bookkeeping & marketing. $35+ hr. Please email TopCareerNY@gmail.com

Exciting New Activity for Family and Friends!

Chol Hamoed family entertainment

Sunday family activity

Birthday parties/Bas-mitzvah

Night out with friends

Classifieds help

YSV - BOYS

BS”D we are expanding in the lower grades. Teaching positions available for the coming year IY”H. Competitive salaries. Monday to Thursday, 12:45-4:00 PM. Send your resume to gss@ yeshivaspringvalley.org.

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Agency seeking full time front desk receptionist. Great and fulfilling environment. Willing to train Email gitty@ hireexteam.com

ABA CENTER

Do you enjoy working with kids? One-Of-A-Kid is Looking to hire para’s for our ABA center. Flexible hours— full-day or after-school positions available. Please email your resume to suri@ kidsfirstservices.com

F/T FEMALE SECRETARY

Are you detail oriented, confident, passionate to give it her all? Looking for a full time female secretary in a property management company. Reach out today to chany@theprimestaffing. com 8459251588

JOB OPPORTUNITY

An Hvac company seeking an experienced candidate. Please send in your resume to chany@theprimestaffing. com 8459251588

DIRECTOR OF HR

Lead HR strategies & operations. Recruiting, employee relations, compliance, training, & team management. Email resume aklaver@aylondon.com

ATTENTION PRESCHOOL TEACHERS

Join Alley Valley’s summer program staff to work with children in an exciting, wonderful environment. Must have high school diploma by the summer. Excellent pay! Please call 845351-0300 Ext. 312

HR TEAM LEAD

Seeking HR admin to lead onboarding, ensure compliance with policies and regulations while providing administrative support, payroll processing, and tax documentation help. recruiting@elevateny.org

HCBS CARE COORDINATOR

Alley Valley is currently seeking an HCBS Care Coordinator to join our team. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care, we want to hear from you! Please email: Soster@ alleyvalley.com

ATTENTION GRADUATES!

Join Alley Valley’s summer program staff to work with children in an exciting, wonderful environment. Must have high school diploma by the summer. Excellent pay! Please call 845351-0300 Ext. 312

SUMMER JOBS

Looking for girls to work in our office in the summer, with opportunity for employment after the summer. Please call 8453510300 ex.312

HELP WANTED

Alley Valley is seeking an HR Coordinator to join our staff. Please email: HR@ alleyvalley.com

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Seeking yiddish-speaking women/girls to work 1:1 with children during the day or in the evenings. Must have a high school diploma. Please email: HR@alleyvalley.com

CHILDCARE

EREV PESACH PLAYGROUP

Treat your little one to Funschool! Age 18m - 3 years on April 8-9. Hours 9:153:45 (South Cole area). Call Teacher Gitty 845-356-8424

WARM BABYSITTER ON BATES

One slot available for 3-6 month old baby. Please call 845-826-2185

SERVICES

HANDYMAN

Assembly of all types of furniture & Furniture Repairs -Installation of Blinds,Shades,Shelves,RodsServicing Monsey Area Chaim- 347 416 1027

PAYROLL SERVICE

Complete Payroll Services, $35.00 Per Month (Covers up to 5 employees) 718-5139689 - info@YMFpayroll.com Mendy Friedman CEO

IN-HOME OT

In-home occupational therapy with 10+ years of experience in elderly care. Specializing in arthritis, tendonitis, and carpal tunnel. Call Rifka 718-5014708.

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

MASSAGE THERAPY

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

RESIN ART CLASSES & EVENTS

BAS-MITZVAHS, Birthdays, VACATION days, Shuls, families, schools & camps- All ages! Community-Classes located in Pomona. Transportation provided. RESINARTMAGICBYSHIRA. COM 845-204-3929

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

IS YOUR CHILD STRUGGLING?

Socially, with fears and anxieties, or other issues, and you think you tried everything? With Hashem’s help Energy Therapy can be the Yeshuah for your child. 15 minute free consultation. Call 845445-8252, or email chany@ rapidrecoverycoaching.com

EARPIERCING

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

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

WHOLESALE FISH

Buy by the case & save. Baby & Regular Salmon. Hashgucha Volove Rav. Free delivery to your home. Call Eli: 516-270-6755

MONSEY SWIM SCHOOL

Swim lessons, Lifeguard & CPR courses. Private pool, jacuzzi & sauna rentals. Separate public swim for men & women in an Olympic-sized, heated indoor pool. Learn to swim at Monsey’s most established swim school. Call (845) 578-1888

Classifieds

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

WINTER SOLUTIONS!

Dry face? Chapped hands and lips? Try Forever Living amazing moisturizers and lip balm! Call R. Tessler 845.596.9933

CLARINET RENTAL

Clarinet rental for $18 per week. Comes with MP3 lessons in Yiddish or English. 718-435-1923

3D MODELS

MATTERPORT virtual tour services, 3d digital models, walk thru of physical spaces, measurements. Architects, Designers, Realtors, starting $275 8457098358 adovkohn@ hotmail.com

PHOTO EDITING

Professional photo editing, many years of experience. Special rates for photographers. Also specializing in Custom photo albums Chosson, wedding, etc. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153

FACE PAINTING

Events, day camps. parties ,and more… to book call Chany at 845 641 1990 and leave message

SMART SHEETS

Make Excel/Google Sheets work smarter for you! I build automation, formulas & custom setups to streamline your workflow. Affordable quick service. Contact excelboostny@gmail.com

PHOTO EDITING

Professional photo editing, many years of experience. Special rates for photographers. Also specializing in Custom

photo albums Chosson, wedding, etc. Photo Dreams 347.563.5153

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Experienced graphic designer available, offering creative, high-quality designs at competitive pricing. Get in touch for more details! 845.587.4477

FOREVER LIVING

Yes it’s this ad again…. But have you tried it yet?? See amazing results with our all natural products! Call R. Tessler 845.596.9933

RESUMES

Professional Resumes 10% Off + Free Job Placement! Email TopCareerNY@gmail.com

SUPERPATCH SUPPORT

WANT MORE ENERGY, STRESS RELIEF, FOCUS before Pesach? Natural, Drug Free, Chemical Free, Pregnancy Safe! TESTIMONIALS.

INTERVIEWS. TRY NOW! CALL 929-992-4453 Option 2,2,3. First time customers 25% off. $69 same day pickup available.

ATTENTION MECHATUNIM! Great News! Gorgeous Kallah Jewelry Package curated for you! stunning diamonds, magnificent options, lowest prices guaranteed! Call 845274-2728 today!

GARTLECH

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

ODDS & ENDS

TRANSPORTATION

Female looking for a ride from Monsey to Monroe in the morning and back in the afternoon 3 times a week. childcenteraba@gmail.com

SELL YOUR BUSINESS TODAY

$$$ Sell Your Business For Top Dollar! Email: LocalBusinessBrokers@ gmail.com $$$

GOWNS

MATERNITY GOWN RENTAL

SISTER OF BRIDE

Gorgeous gowns for sale: Olive Green size 2-4, Hunter Green size 0-2, Grey size 4-6, Blush size 4-6, Ivory size 4, Grey/ Taupe Winter size 12, Ivory kids size 12-14. 845.502.6491

LOST

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

coloring book A hilf far daim kind in a bag on Main st 845352-2297

silver links bracelet (845)7049393.

Canon SX740 Camara with some memory cards (845)704-9393

Someone took my black wool Shabbos coat in Vilchovitz March 11 845-425-2861

FOUND

watch on Purim in Arrive taxi 845-352-2297

KOSHER L’PESACH COSMETICS

Full line of Kosher L’Pesach Cosmetics and Fragrances! Lowest prices in town! FREE DELIVERY 347-314-8981

DRIVER

Frum Reliable Lady Driver. Local & Long-Distance. Evenings. Bookings in Advance Binah Rochel 914391-6674.

WASH & SETS

Wash & Sets By Ahuva. Servicing Montibello/Wesley Hills area. Call/ Text 929354-6810

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

WHITE GOWN

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

MECHUTANESTA GOWN

Beautiful Taupe Gown for sale. size 16. 845.502.6491

CREAM GOWN

Selling a cream size 4-6 gown made by Esther Halberstam. Call or text 845-587-2048

Challah covers in Buffet from person that moved from Waverly to Bates area 845 587-4360

3 children outfits on Main St 5-6 weeks ago 845-274-4149

watch on Robert Pitt 845-4252299 ext 101

Few bottles Medium size wine and black and gold bangle 845-659-9482

FREE GIVEAWAYS

Dining room table in good condition. 9 ft long 845 826 6861

Baby Jogger City Select frame and Bassinet with parts for seats, text 914-281-0525

baby swing; baby bath, only used once or twice. 305-9650466 (Elm St. location)

G&G boys suit sz 18L excellent condition 347-243-1143

4 door china closet in great conditionl 845 274-5304

2 Seforim shank, master bedroom set, gas range, refrigerator, recliner, verticals for porch door. Due to moving 845-356-0553

Egg boxes for moving call 845-425-7315 and leave a message.

Teens sz 14-16 children’s clothing in perfect condition 347-432-6669

Elegant material light grey hamper 845-837-9924

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GARTLECH EXPERT

We fix knitted & crochet Gartlech & make beautiful professional fringes. Please call: 845.494.1796

SPACIOUS AIRMONT HOUSE - RENT

Freshly renovated private 5 Bedroom house for rent in Airmont with Large private

backyard. Please reach out to office@ycwmanagement.com or 845-918-8005 Ext 101 with serious inquiries.

DATA ANALYST

Seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst for a full-time opportunity in the Monsey area. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and 1 year experience working with data to drive business insights. Competitive salary and benefits package offered. Email egross@elitehc.net

SEEKING CARE MANAGER

Great Environment and flexible hours. BA Required email your resume to gitty@ hireexteam.com

LASER IN NYACK

Unbeatable price, flawless results! Get a full-body laser hair removal session for just $350 at Laser by Tako in Nyack, NY. Don’t just take our word for it—read our glowing reviews! Call/Text 551-2865509

MEDICAL BILLER

Do you have solid medical billing experience? A prominent company with a great benefit package is currently looking to hire conscientious medical billers. Please reach out to me in order to hear more about this amazing opportunity. rivky@ theprimestaffing.com

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

Do you have solid experience in Financial Controlling? Great opportunity here! A fast growing company is looking for a financial controller to lead their finance team. Reach out to me today, in order to learn more. rivky@ theprimestaffing.com

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Are u tech savvy? Enjoy customer support? Great pay for the right candidate with potential growth Email ur resume to rikki@ theprimestaffing.com

BOOKKEEPER

Are you a qualified bookkeeper with significant

experience? Here is your opportunity to take your career to the next level! A prominent company in Lakewood is looking for a C level bookkeeper. Beautiful pay for the right candidate! Send your resume to: rivky@ theprimestaffing.com

NEW WEBSITE?

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

HIRING

Women’s Apparel Company is looking for an individual with experience in the Fashion Clothing Industry to direct Sales, Research, and Product Development. Email Resume to jobinquiryny@ gmail.com

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

Two semi-basement, 2-bedroom apartments available for rent. Centrally located on Francis Place. 12-month lease. Rent: $1,500–$1,800. Call 845-579-2352

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RIBBON CUTTING EVENT AT THE NEW “ZAHAV DECOR” IN MONSEY

עיצידארט עגירעי

Senator Bill Weber visited Chesed 247’s Day Hab

meeting Rabbi Chaim Schabes and New Square Mayor Izzy Spitzer

Dryer Vent

Introducing

תווצמםיאלמ+ ןומירכ

תילטליעסןומיר

עגידנעכאוו *תילט $69 Non-Slip Talis* $75 עגיד'תבש *תילט $84