Our Sacred Link: Honoring Bnai Jacob Shaarei Zion and Baltimore’s Deep Rooted Bond with Eretz Yisrael
BJH: BJSZ has been a vital part of the Baltimore Jewish community for over 100 years. Can you tell us about its impact on the community today? BJSZ: BJSZ has been a cornerstone of Jewish life in Baltimore for over a century. We provide so much for our membership, and we service the broader Baltimore […]
Building Lives, Destroying Bullying: 613 Seconds with the Directors of Reyus
BJH: Rabbi Beren and Rabbi Baldinger, please tell us a little about yourselves. Rabbi Beren: I attended Yeshiva of Greater Washington and later received semichah, a Master’s in Education, an MBA, and a law degree. I’m currently living in Baltimore with my wife and family. Rabbi Baldinger also received semichah from YGW and a Master’s […]
613 Seconds with Yeshivas Ner Yisroel
Q: What is Yeshivas Ner Yisroel, and what makes it unique? A: Yeshivas Ner Yisroel, established in 1933 by HaRav Yaakov Yitzchok Ruderman zt”l, is one of the most prominent Torah institutions in America. The yeshiva emphasizes developing gedolei Torah and lay leaders who carry a sense of Achrayus for Klal Yisroel. Q: How many […]
Igud N’Shei Ha’avreichim Hosts A Super Fun Carnival
An inspiring new initiative, Igud N’Shei Ha’avreichim of Baltimore, hosted an extraordinary carnival Thursday afternoon in Bnos, for the wives and children of the Kollel Yungerleit, who were learning while many enjoyed Thanksgiving off. With inflatables, snow cones, popcorn, a pizza supper, an acrobatic show, and over 15 exciting booths run by the children of […]
JCFL By Your Kitchen Spot Completes Week 5 Of The Season
Read below for highlights from Week 5 of the JCFL season: Allstate Insurance – Yaakov Schmell 27 Y&L Landscaping 7 On a blistery cold December morning, Allstate-Schmell faced off against Y&L Landscaping in a crucial matchup between 2-2 teams, each vying for a playoff spot. The first half was a defensive battle as both teams […]
Baltimore Community Celebrates An Historic Hachnasas Sefer Torah
The Baltimore Jewish community united for a monumental celebration: the Hachnasas Sefer Torah of a Torah commissioned by and for the community. This event, held at Kol Torah, showcased the city’s unparalleled achdus and served as an expression of gratitude to those who selflessly served during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program began with the final […]
Baltimore’s Camp Shpitz Reunion Brings Back The Summer Magic!
Last Motzei Shabbos, Camp Shpitz flashed back into the summer with an incredible camp reunion! The event was packed with excitement as campers enjoyed a night full of ice cream, chanting, activities, raffles, giveaways, and more. The energy was palpable, and each camper left with a big smile on their face—and a custom Mincha/Maariv gift […]
Commemorating the Legacy of The Gaon of Baltimore HaRav Michoel Forshlager, zt”l: Torah, Inspiration, and Yeshuos on His 66th Yahrzeit
In what has become an annual event, a large crowd gathered at the Kedushas Yisroel Shul this past Motzaei Shabbos Parshas Vayeira to commemorate the 66th yahrzeit of the great gaon of Baltimore, HaRav Michoel HaKohein Forshlager, zt’l. Rabbi Yisachar Frand, shlita, spoke at length about the gaon’s immense contribution to building Torah in America, […]
JCFL by “Your Kitchen Spot” Playoff picture begins to take shape
With week 4 complete and the 2024 regular season now past the halfway mark, the playoff picture is coming into focus. As of this article, the standings are as follows: Team Wins Losses Evergreen Benefits Group 4 0 AMP Solutions 3 1 Allstate – Yaakov Schmell 2 2 Y & L Landscaping 2 2 Tiger […]
613 Seconds with renowned shadchan and dating coach, Mrs. Bluma Florans, from Lakewood, NJ.
The BJH team had the opportunity to speak with renowned shadchan and dating coach, Mrs. Bluma Florans, from Lakewood, NJ. Here are some highlights from our conversations. BJH: Hello, Mrs. Florans, we are so excited to speak with you about shidduchim. Before we begin, please tell us a little bit about yourself and your Baltimore […]