Chol Hamoed Pesach was spent at home and your kids are pining for that fun outing. But what’s open? And what’s safe? These spots have precautions in place — while keeping all the fun intact. Compiled and Photographed by: Sarah Einhorn I feel that after being in lockdown and after social distancing all…
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What to Do on Your Chol Hamoed Trip to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
It’s a long chol hamoed and there’s time to venture out of the area. Baltimore’s Inner Harbor offers lots of attractions and there’s kosher food nearby! Compiled and Photographed by: Sarah Einhorn With no Shabbos during this Chol Hamoed, it just begs for an overnight trip. Since many places are either not open after the…
Where to Further Your Education in Israel
Want to complete a degree while living in Israel? There are lots of options. While living in Israel, be it short term or long term, the primary focus should be your spiritual growth. The opportunities for such growth are endless. However, that doesn’t need to come at the expense of your future and ways to…
Is It Still Possible to Travel This Summer?
Can we get away? Yes you can! Just keep these Do’s and Don’t in mind. As travel restrictions are gradually easing worldwide, people are beginning to consider more destinations to travel to. I believe we are past the lowest point of travel shut-downs and there is finally light ahead as more flights resume and mandatory…
6 Beautiful Outdoor Destinations for Your Family Day Trip
It’s now the best time to enjoy the great outdoors. Before Pesach I prepared an article of outdoor places to go on Chol Hamoed. We saw soon afterward that there would be no trips on Pesach! So it’s time to enjoy those outdoor trips now. Note that things are changing almost daily and it is…
Yes! You Can Go to the Park! Here’s Some Great Picks in NY State
These days, even a far drive to a calm, scenic place feels like a nice getaway. During a time when people are feeling confined and a need to get out for a nice day or two, I compiled some NYS attractions to consider. Just driving around upstate is relaxing in itself. Contrary to what New…
CityWide Urgent Care Is Here for Your Family
Early morning or late in the evening. Purim day or Motzaei Shabbos. Citywide Urgent Care, on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, is here for your family at those times you need them. Who can you trust to help care for your family when your primary provider isn’t available? Or when your child needs to be treated–and…
Where Would You Like to Travel?
We asked each of our team members: which three places would you love to visit? Leah: I once asked a frequent flyer who’s visited 90 percent of the world, “Where is the most exciting place in the world?” She responded, “Somewhere one has never been.” So for me, the three places I’ve never been would…
Where to Go for Outdoor Winter Sports in NY and NJ
It may be cold, but there’s still lots of outdoor fun to be had! The following are places I enjoyed visiting in New York and New Jersey. Outdoor winter sports are exciting and refreshing. I love the fresh cold air when bundled properly for skiing, snow tubing, or ice skating; and of course, I love…
Great Groupon Deals for Midwinter Activities
Want to save money while keeping your kids entertained? There are some great deals to be had. Midwinter vacation is either here or coming very soon for most kids in the Tri-State area. We’ve put together some of the best Groupon deals to keep kids of all ages entertained! Disclaimer: We do not endorse any…