Bais Yaakov Auction Leaves an ‘Impression’
Mrs. Judy (Margaretten) Landman, Bais Yaakov Class of 1992 Bais Yaakov Impressions Auction 2022 did just what it sought to do; leave an impression. For the more than 600 women attending this gala event, the impression was that of a stunning evening, with delicious gourmet food with a twist (grilled fruit in caramel sauce!) prepared […]
“Our Councilman, Our Leader”
BJLife/Isaac Draiman Photo credit: Mike Diamond The Annual Reception in honor of Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer was jam packed with political star power. The brightest star in the room however, was Maryland’s biggest political star, Governor-Elect Wes Moore. Not only was it impressive for the Governor-Elect to choose Councilman Schleifer’s event as his very first […]
Pirchei Hasmada Banquet 5783/2022 a Huge Success
BJLife Newsroom Pirchei Agudas Yisrael of Baltimore hosted its annual post Succos banquet on Sunday, November 13th at Greengate (Liberty) Jewish Center. Boys, grades 1-5, who learned the required minimum of Torah study over the Succos vacation were invited to attend this enjoyable event. Rabbi Yaakov Horowitz, Pirchei’s director welcomed the record crowd of over […]
Jewish Community Football League by “Shimz Cars” begins “Chef Dan” Postseason
The 2022 Postseason by Chef Dan began on Sunday, December 4th with the top 4 teams battling out. The playoffs featured Dr Auto vs Tripping Kosher on the “ActualEyes Turf Field” at Pikesville High, as well as Dougies vs Worth Insurance on the “ActualEyes Turf Field” at New Town High School. Read on for the […]
Baltimore Jewish Home 613 Seconds with Andrea Schulman, WIT Executive Director
Tell us about yourself: I was born and raised in Annapolis, Maryland where my family was active in the Jewish community. I became involved in NCSY at an early age. Even though I was from Annapolis, I spent most of my high school years in Baltimore. I am grateful to mentors and friends such as […]
Blended Families
Rabbi Azriel Hauptman Blended families, for better or for worse, are more common than they used to be, and the challenges they offer can be overwhelming, especially if you do not prepare in advance. Stepparents, step siblings, and step relatives lead to complicated family dynamics, and a positive outcome requires a proper navigation of this […]