Piecing together ways to save money, protect the environment, and keep kosher.
This is an incredibly stressful time for all of us as we try to navigate protecting our families, schooling from home, work from home, and getting resources without exposing ourselves to the pandemic. I thought that I would do a fourth post related to aid that is available for people during this time. Whether you... Continue Reading →
My previous posts have centered on general resources for families (of any religion) during this coronavirus quarantine. However, two friends recently sent me a multitude of resources for specifically Jewish families. I have compiled them below to help my Jewish readers. Torah learning on the phone: Pirchei Agudas Yisroel: 718-663-0212 Wonderwords: 646-726-9977 or 212-444-1119 -... Continue Reading →
After publishing my post the other night with multiple resources for this quarantine (see "Keeping your children busy during the Coronavirus quarantine"), I realized it would be helpful to talk more about the logistics of carrying out this new homeschooling. While I am not a homeschool educator, I am a veteran teacher. One of the... Continue Reading →
(updated 6/25/20) We found out Sunday (3/15/20) that our local Jewish schools will be closed for at least the next two weeks, possibly until after Pesach. The public and private schools have been mandated to do the same by Wednesday. As a teacher, I have been researching ideas for how my students can continue learning... Continue Reading →
It is that time of year again! Time to plan where you will hear Megillah this Purim! Below is the listing of all the Orthodox readings and other events in the community. Monday, March 9, 2020: 7:00 p.m.   Ma’ariv followed by Megillah reading at 7:15 p.m., Nusach Hari B’nai Zion 7:25 p.m.   Ma'ariv... Continue Reading →
Purim definitely is one of the Jewish holidays with the most preparations. It is not like Pesach, with constant cleaning, but more intense. I find that the best way to really enjoy the holiday is to get the kids involved as much as possible and focus on the joy it gives them. Years ago I... Continue Reading →
I can't believe that Purim is less than three weeks away! As a teacher, the holiday always comes right after getting ready for conferences and report cards. There are very few years that I am not working right up until the day of the holiday to get our costumes and shaloch manos done! However, I... Continue Reading →
Rosh Hashanah is less than a week away. With many meals and simanim to prepare, two things run high - food costs and time spent preparing. We are trying to get ahead by cooking and freezing dishes, but that is just one part. To help myself and my readers, I have compiled some of our... Continue Reading →
When I first started this blog, the best ways to save at your favorite stores were to check sale fliers, use coupons, and use online coupon codes. Now there is plethora of ways to save on products you buy everyday and stores you frequent often! 1) Know your prices. It is helpful to keep track... Continue Reading →
Are you looking for more free or inexpensive summer activities? In addition to my Summer Bingo/Camp Mommy post from yesterday and Family Fun Outside the Home page, here are the details on FREE bowling, roller skating, and cheap movies to take advantage of this summer. Kids Bowl Free: Kids can receive two free bowling games a day for... Continue Reading →
Surviving on a tight budget 