Holidays – Cleveland Yentas

HOPE

rachel — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 15:45:55 +0000

This twist on Hatikvah is sure to get you into the mood for tonight’s celebration at Park Synagogue (Main). Whether you are at the Blue & White Party, mingling everywhere or showing up just for Idan Raichel’s concert, it will be the place to be for Jews in Cleveland tonight.

Still need details for tonight’s event? Click Here

Why we do this…our responsibility

rachel — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 20:36:56 +0000

“The task is huge, but the risk of doing nothing is far too great. We are all responsible for the actions of the few, more so when we do nothing in the face of those actions. The Jewish college students who say nothing in the face of anti-Israel, anti-Semitic rhetoric are my responsibility.” (Congrats to OU students!) “The rising rates of intermarriage and Jewish children growing up with no sense of their history or who they are is my responsibility. The doors of more and more JCCs, Jewish schools and synagogues closing is my responsibility.” Devra Jaffe-Berkowitz hits the nail on the head.

Take action. If you have single Jewish friends, family or acquaintances in the Cleveland area. Direct them to Cleveland Yentas: www.CLEyentas.com.

Read her full comments on interpreting the story of Purim and this week’s Torah portion here:

http://jfnacommunications.fedwebpreview.org/parshat-terumah-february-20-2015/parshat-ki-tisapurim-march-6-2015

Happy Purim!

rachel — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 03:37:29 +0000

No matter what you did today, whether your celebrated Purim or not…Be Happy.

Purim falls in the Jewish month of Adar. We are supposed to be happy during the entire month. However, being happy is something to do any time. Generally, people are attracted to other people who are happy.

http://jewbellish.com/happy-purim-pharrell-2014/

14 Great Cards

rachel — Sun, 15 Feb 2015 16:27:51 +0000

Whether or not you received a Valentine’s Day card yesterday, these are winners, especially #13.

http://www.realclear.com/funny/2015/02/11/oddball_valentines_that_perfectly_encapsulate_your_relationship__10856.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=sponsored&utm_campaign=positivelyrepublican

Make Today Your Day

rachel — Sat, 14 Feb 2015 23:41:22 +0000

Just in case you are still looking for ways to make this day your own…

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/randy-taran/valentines-day-_b_6656618.html

Holiday Dating Tips

rachel — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 16:38:55 +0000

As reported by ABC News and later on XM, here are Patti Stangers’s Extra Holiday Dating Tips

(All sound advice):

The holidays aren’t an excuse to break my two-drink maximum rule. Eggnog counts!

Don’t rush into meeting the family just because it’s around the holidays. You don’t want to ruin a good thing by moving the relationship too fast.

Packs don’t attract. Be bold and go out by yourself even if it’s to a New Year’s Eve party. You may even get a kiss at midnight!

Don’t talk about your ex. It doesn’t make your date feel special, plus no man likes to compete with a stranger.

Don’t talk about your online dating war stories as it neutralizes the sex appeal. No one wants to date a complainer.

Don’t talk too much on the date (TMI). Let your partner get in a word as Chatty Cathy never gets the guy.

Don’t brag about your resume. Resumes are for work, not your love life.

Don’t ask 21 questions. Dating is not the Spanish Inquisition — it is best to ping pong the questions back and forth, which ignites stimulating conversation.

Hanukkah Happenings

rachel — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 16:40:22 +0000

Are you looking for the Jews? Check out these gatherings:

1st ANNUAL HANUKKAH BREWHAHA

Saturday, December 20th – Butcher & The Brewer (2043 E. 4th St. Cleveland)

Menorah Lighting & Cocktails at 8:00 PM

Live Band from 9:00 – 11:00 PM

‘There’s nothing like latkes, craft beer, and good music to bring holiday cheer!’

Presented by:

Urbanites, Downtown Chabad, Atid, m-cubed, Moishe House Cleveland & Hey Now! Media

For more information or to inquire about tickets contact Andria at andriakaplan@gmail.com or 440-315-6833.

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Christmas Eve the FIDF in Partnership with JCLE to host the Wrap Up Bash! An evening of drinks, appetizers, and dancing. December 24, 2014 – 9 PM – Paladar Latin Kitchen and Rum Bar – Ages 21+

Latin fusion food and one complimentary drink are included with admission. Paladar will have a cash bar.

$18 in Advance
$25 At the Door

Happy Hanukkah!

rachel — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 21:16:19 +0000

Love Shack

rachel — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 20:30:09 +0000

Read Rabbi David Wolpe’s article in Huffington Post on Sukkot and love. He believes that “love finds its expression in offering more than the beloved requires.” This is something to remember in your personal relationships.

Jewish Foods

rachel — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 16:40:28 +0000

What were the winners at your Rosh Hashanah gatherings? These people would be entertaining on a date, but, hopefully, a Jewish date would be familiar with at least some of these foods. May you have an easy and meaningful fast this coming weekend.