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My Jewish Buffalo - Jewish Thought of the week 2022
Emet – Truth.

By Cantor-Rabbi Penny S. Myers The colloquialism “speak your truth” is confounding to me because my conception is different than how many might interpret its meaning. Over the past several years, being asked for ‘my truth’ left me bewildered as it felt, and still...

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Every Day Matters

By Rob Goldberg I just turned 65 and have been thinking about what is traditionally associated with that milestone: retirement. Retirement of course refers to the time of life when one chooses to permanently leave the workforce behind, to literally withdraw from...

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Loving is Giving, Giving is Life

By Rabbi Ori Bergman A story: one day, on my way to work, I noticed a small sign hanging on an electric pole. It was a piece of paper with something handwritten on it. Curiosity got the better of me, so I approached and read: "I lost 50 shekels somewhere on the road....

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My Jewish Buffalo - Community Member Spotlight 2022
Brian Kern

We are honored to cast a spotlight this week on Amherst Police Department (APD) Senior Traffic Investigator Brain Kern, who plays an integral role in securing Jewish Buffalo. Brian has been a police officer with the APD since 2000. Born in Long Island, his father was...

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Todd Hennessy

Today we cast a spotlight on the keynote speaker for the HERO (Holocaust Education Resource Organization) Educator Conference on March 12, 2024, Todd Hennessy. Todd is a Facilitator and Educator with Echoes & Reflections and at the conference will be presenting on...

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Jim Kramer

This week our community spotlight shines on James (Jim) Kramer, President of Luminescent Systems Inc., a subsidiary of Astronics Corporation, headquartered in East Aurora.  Jim has been employed by Astronics for over 35 years. A publicly traded company with over 2,000...

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My Jewish Buffalo - Nosh of the Week 2022
Strawberry Basil Avocado Toast

By: Hannah Mink This week, we are making the perfect meal for any time of day: Strawberry and basil avocado toast! You can make this dish for a sweet a savory brunch, an afternoon snack, or an appetizer. This avocado toast recipe is the perfect dish for early Spring....

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Fresh Fruit Tart

By: Hannah Mink The warm weather that we have been getting here in Buffalo recently has made me excited for the Spring! So, this week, we will be making one of my favorite Spring desserts: Fruit tart. For this recipe, you can choose any fruit you look. I love kiwi,...

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Lettuce Wraps

By: Hannah Mink If you’re in the mood for a dinner recipe that is easy and delicious, then keep reading. This week, we are making lettuce wraps! The best part about this recipe is that you can make the lettuce wrap filling in one pan. You can combine ground chicken or...

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