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5 Tie One On for Dad

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I
s that why Shaina aces her math
tests? Is that why Yehuda aims to
make his life’s work helping people?
Is it Jeff, father of our children and my
husband, who has in his own gentle
way impressed some of the best upon
our kids?
Never mind the new suit pants he
might be wearing, Jeff would get down
on his knees to make sure he was eye-
level with Yehuda when he was a toddler.
Never mind the other documents,
books, and ephemera stuffed into his
briefcase, Jeff would always find room
to squeeze in Shaina’s book reports so
he could read them on his way to work.
If he gave one kid a compliment,
or praise, or verbal high-five, he always
managed to find something nice to
say to the other, especially when they
were within earshot. It’s not that he
was naturally schooled in fatherhood —
what man is? — it’s that he has always
educated himself not just to become a
better person, but also to become a bet-
ter father.
Social and psychological science is
rife with evidence detailing how central
fathers are to the emotional wellbeing
of their children. Studies reveal that if a
child’s father is affectionate, supportive,
and involved, he can contribute greatly
to the child’s cognitive, language, and so-
cial development. In addition, a good re-
lationship can bolster academic achieve-
ment, a strong inner core resource, a
sense of wellbeing, good self-esteem,
and authenticity.
It is impossible to overestimate the
importance of fathers. For example, girls
who have good relationships with their
fathers tend to do better in math (that
math thing is definitely not from me!),
and boys who have actively involved
fathers tend to have better grades and
perform better on achievement tests.
And well-bonded boys develop securely,
with a stable and sustained sense of self.
In our quest to imbue self-confi-
dence and self-esteem in our children,
fathers are central.
I remember my own father, of
blessed memory, and his impatience
(not really, but a little bit) with my own
extended years as single by choice. He
wanted to see me get married already!
“But Daddy, it’s your fault,” I would
say, jokingly. “I just can’t find someone
who is as good as you.”
(A joke, but some truth, too, as they
say that many women do look for and
marry men who are like dear old dad.)
Well, when Jeff came along, he in
fact did have many traits that were remi-
niscent of my father. He was kind, gener-
ous, loving, hard working, devoted, and
smart, just to name a few.
And thankfully our children are the
beneficiaries of that.
During my first Mother’s Day as a
mother of two — Yehuda was 20 months
old and Shaina was 2 months old — Jeff
gave me a priceless gift. He found a plas-
ter of Paris mold set, and impressed the
handprints of toddler Yehuda into one
frame, and infant Shaina’s itty, bitty feet
into another frame. The two frames,
which captured their precious hand and
footprints, were given to me.
It is an impression that I will
have forever.
Now as I think about Father’s Day, I
think about all the wonderful traits that
Jeff has helped impress upon our chil-
dren. Happy Father’s Day, Jeff, and happy
Father’s Day to all.
Cheers,

Mission Statement OurChildren

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About Our Children is designed to help Jewish families in our area live healthy, positive lives that make the most of the
resources available to them. By providing useful, current, accurate information, this publication aims to guide parents to James L. Janoff
essential information on faith, education, the arts, events, and child-raising — in short, everything that today’s Jewish fam- Publisher Natalie Jay Slovie Jungreis-Wolff
ily, babies to grandparents, needs to live life to the fullest in North Jersey and Rockland County. Heidi Mae Bratt Advertising Director Adina Soclof
Editor Ed Silberfarb
Peggy Elias
Deborah Herman Denise Morrison Yearian
Advisory Board
Janice Rosen
Art Director Brenda Sutcliffe Contributing Writers
Account Executives
Dr. Annette Berger, Psy.D. Jane Calem Rosen
Psychologist, Teaneck Marketing and Communications Specialist
Michelle Brauntuch, MS,CCLS Barry Weissman, MD About Our Children is published 11 times a year by the New Jersey/Rockland Jewish Media Group,
Child Life Specialist, Englewood Hospital, Englewood Pediatrician, Hackensack and Wyckoff 1086 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666; telephone: 201-837-8818; fax: 201-833-4959.; e-mail: AboutOC@aol.com.
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Tie One On — for Dad

Heidi Mae Bratt Dad’s interest or profession — guitars, golf cessory that can make a statement. Today, they are fancy — and fun. So tie
clubs, scales of justice — to those with a As we know them today, ties were one on for Dad this Father’s Day. Novelty

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in 1966. From novelty ties that express
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is an easy choice when figuring out what
to get for Dad. It’s a one-size-fits-all kind
of gift and relatively affordable. The tie is
the one accessory that everyone sees, and
in the ubiquity of suit wearing, is the ac-
popularized in the late 1800s and mass-
produced starting in the 1920s. For years,
their unspoken purpose was as a status
marker. A tie set someone apart and was
indicative of dressing in a manner that
was equivalent to his professional status.
ties, classic ties, and even chocolate ties
are choices that he will love.
If not a tie, candy is dandy.
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The Performing Arts School at bergenPAC
is North Jersey’s premier arts education pro-
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The school provides students of all ages and
backgrounds with arts experiences that range
from early childhood programs to master
level classes.
Blue Moon Mexican Café
23 E. Palisade Avenue
201-541-0600
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Blue Moon Mexican Café is a lot of fun for the
little ones. We offer great Mexican-themed
birthday parties for children from 1 to 16
years old. Packages start at $14.95 per per-
son. The Englewood location has two sepa-
rate party rooms. In addition to parties, the
restaurant offers something for everyone,
anytime, for great Mexican family fun. On-
site parking.
The Elisabeth Morrow School
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Summer Explorations, the summer program
of The Elisabeth Morrow School, offers a
unique blend of camp and school, with a wide
variety of choices and opportunities for stu-
dents ages 3 through ninth grade. The 14-acre
wooded campus complete with playgrounds,
turf playing field, state of the art STEM and
technology centers, all provide just the right
setting for learning and recreation. Enrich-
ment workshops are offered for students in
grades 2-6 in areas such as science, engineer-
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art and more! For grades 7-9, CIT program
and enrichment workshops in test prep, visual
arts, minecraft, coding and Alexander Hamil-
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Center offers family-centered care in desig-
nated kid-friendly rooms. Members of the
pediatric care team include board-certified
pediatricians, neonatologists, emergency
medicine physicians, pediatric anesthesiolo-
gists, certified child life specialists, and pedi-
atric nurses.
Gan Henel Early Learning Center
509 Engle Street
201-308-3042
www.ganhenel.com
Gan Henel ELC is a boutique and modern
Early Learning center for youngsters 6 weeks
to 6 years located on the border of Tenafly
and Englewood. We pride ourselves on our
top quality childcare and programming as
well as our large array of caregiver & me
classes and Gan Henel Outdoors — a 10-week
summer camp with a twist.
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
105 N. Dean Street
201-608-5114
www.growingsmilesnj.com
We are a state-of-the-art pediatric dental
practice. Dr. Eytan Chen, our awesome pedi-
atric dentist, is a graduate of Harvard Dental
School. Our office is a lot of fun with iPads
and magna tiles to play with. Our practice
serves infants through adolescents, and wel-
comes children with special needs. Dr. Eytan
and the entire staff are warm and caring.
Both you and your children will be happy you
came to Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry.
Parking is easy and right in front of our door.
Ice Cream on Grand
523 Grand Avenue
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Ice Cream on Grand offers more than 30 fla-
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novelties, and ice cream cakes, all made with
high-quality kosher ingredients. The newly
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most of the hard ice cream flavors and they
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Lakeland Bank
42 N. Dean Street
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Lakeland Bank is a community-oriented
bank that provides financial products and
services to local small businesses and con-
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Sussex, Union and Warren counties; five New
Jersey regional commercial lending centers in
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loan production offices serving Middlesex
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the Hudson Valley region of New York.
Marcia’s Attic for Kids
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We have been outfitting Northern New Jer-
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specializing in head-to-toe dressing from
newborn to size 16. For the hippest collec-
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check us out. The store also carries many one-
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shop here, as well as generations of Marcia’s
moms, who are now grandmothers. We have
a knowledgeable sales staff.
Matisse Chocolatier
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Great birthday parties loved by all ages, from
5 to 105. Make your own chocolate treats. All
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NJ Eye and Ear Pediatrics
71 Grand Avenue
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NJ Eye and Ear is a modern, multi-specialty
eye care provider with offices in Clifton
and Englewood, NJ. We strive to provide
an unparalleled eye care experience to each
of our patients. Our passionate team is
comprised of medical and administrative
professionals who seek innovative ways to
ensure functionality and efficiency com-
bined with thorough and compassionate
care. Our organization is progressive and
learning-oriented. Our physicians and staff
are continually improving their knowledge
of the eye care field. This allows us to pro-
vide the most advanced and cost-effective
care to our patients. Dr. Stegman is honored
to have been selected as one of New Jersey’s
top doctors 2018.
One River School of Art + Design
49 N. Dean Street
201-266-5244
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Summer camps at One River offer students
of all ages a series of progressive and creative
courses in studio and digital art. Weekly
camps run from mid June through end of Au-
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afternoon sessions and students can bundle
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Children Give Thanks and

Support Our Troops
Ed Silberfarb son. I love math. Thank you for protecting dren gathered for a half-hour briefing of Jewish presence in the military. Around
me and my country.” by three servicemen, two Navy and one the walls of the synagogue basement are

T
he basement of Ramat Orah, a
synagogue on Manhattan’s Upper
West Side, a recent Sunday seemed
to be bursting with a frenzy of assembly
line activity. Children and parents, some
350 in all, were preparing care packages
for overseas. It was the annual Support
Our Troops Day. In the end, 1,440 boxes
were ready for shipment to Jordan, Syria,
and Iraq. Afghanistan, Africa and ships
at sea. Another 126 would go to veterans
in need.
Each was a cornucopia of toiletries,
treats like power bars and trail mix, ready-
to-mix oatmeal and hot chocolate, maga-
zines, game books, military- issue socks,
signed baseballs, craft items and hand-
written notes from the kids.
Joshua wrote, “Dear Soldier, I am 10
years old in the 4th grade. I live in Fair
Lawn, N.J. My hobby is being a tech per-
Another, whose card was adorned with
stick figures, just said, “Thank you for sav-
ing our country. You rock! Wow. Yeah.”
The troops response has been gra-
cious and enthusiastic. From Camp Leath-
erneck in Afghanistan, earlier this year:
“The Marines here thank you for taking
the time to write and sending candy, food
and socks. The food and candy was deli-
cious, not the socks. They were warm. It’s
cold here. Please thank everybody who
put something in the box. We are all very
grateful. Semper fi.”
Support Our Troops Day is livened
with military slang. The work place is called
Boot Camp, and it’s within the DMZ (Do
Mitzvah Zone). Children and adults line up
along tables that stretch 50 feet across the
room, and distribute the goodies.
It’s a blend of fun and intensity, and
there are diversions. In a side room, chil-
Army, who told about their experiences
and answered questions: Why did you
join? How long are you away from home?
What is it like being Jewish in the service?
Are there many Jews in the Army?
Later, in another room, two service
dogs, a Labrador retriever and a Siberian
husky with their handlers, demonstrated
their skills to the wide-eyed children. The
dogs are trained to be companions and
aides to the disabled. The husky was ac-
companied by an Army captain who had
suffered post-traumatic stress disorder
in Iraq.
The Support Our Troops project was
initiated by the family of Major Stuart
Adam Wolfer, who was killed in Iraq. The
MSAW Institute, named after him, is Jew-
ish-based, but distributes care packages
throughout the military without regard
to religion. There is a reminder, though,
excerpts from the Jewish Forward of brief
biographies of dozens of Jews, including,
women, of all ranks from all branches
of the service who were killed in Iraq
and Afghanistan.
One of them was Major Wolfer, a law-
yer and father of three daughters, who
was killed at age 37 during a mortar at-
tack in the Baghdad Green Zone 10 years
ago. His sister, Beverly Wolfer-Nerenberg,
president of MSAWI, has been the driv-
ing force behind the projects to support
the troops. In his memory, the logo of the
program is the dandelion because “when
the flower dies its seeds are scattered to
produce new life.”
Each year before Memorial Day, the
MSAWI participates in a memorial cere-
mony at Manhattan’s Jewish Center. Fami-
lies of some of the Jewish military killed in
action light memorial candles. They recite

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Englewood Fun Facts

Children write letters to service men and women at the annual Support Our Troops Day.
Kaddish, and a guest speaker, usu-
ally a high-ranking Jewish officer,
tells his story. A Marine honor guard
from a ship in port for Fleet Week
presents the Colors.
After the ceremony in the sanc-
tuary, the MSAWI organizes an-
other Support Our Troops Day in
the basement social hall. The scene
is repeated, this time more with
adults than children. Tables stretch
across the room, and the assembly
line workers fill the packages and
write notes to greet the troops.
The work of MSAWI goes be-
yond the annual Support Our Troops
packaging in New York. Major Wolf-
er’s parents, Esther and Len Wolfer,
have organized projects in Florida.
Elsewhere young people mark their
bnei mitzvah celebrations with
MSAWI activities. Some groups
observe the Jewish holidays with
appropriate care packages: dried
apple chips and honey jars for Rosh
Hashanah; menorahs, dreidels, and
chocolate gelt for Chanukah; kosher
for Passover food and matzah for
Pesach. Even the Boy Scouts partici-
pate. One young man gained his ea-
gle badge, scouting’s highest award,
with an MSAWI project.
John Nerenberg, treasurer and
secretary of MSAWI, said this of
his late brother-in-law and the
organization created in his memo-
ry. “We are failing him if we let his
memory, his love for all people, and
commitment for peace be silenced
with the end of his life.”
Ed Silberfarb was a reporter for the
Bergen Record in New Jersey, then the New
York Herald Tribune where he was City
Hall bureau chief. Later, he was a public
information officer for the New York City
Transit Authority and editor of one of its
employee publications.
Englewood Township, the city’s predecessor, is be-
lieved to have been named in 1859 for the Engle family.
Englewood, like the rest of New Jersey, was popu-
lated by Lenape Native Americans prior to European
colonization.
There are more than 28,000 people living in En-
glewood and the population has been increasing.
The average age of the Englewood resident is 39
years old.
There are 175 acres of parks, including the 38-
acre Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, one of the last
undeveloped tracts of land on the western slope of
the Palisades.
Woody Allen used Englewood as a setting in
“Manhattan” and “Broadway Danny Rose.” The city
was also used in “The In-Laws” and “Falling in Love”
with Meryl Streep and Robert DeNiro.
Famous graduates of Dwight Morrow High School
in Englewood include actors Sarah Jessica Parker and
John Travolta, who was also born in the city.
Englewood is currently the home to several celeb-
rities and other prominent families. Singer-songwriter
Alicia Keys is a resident.
Chef Anthony Bourdain is a graduate of the
Dwight-Englewood School in 1973.
And Anne Morrow Lindbergh, author and wife of
aviator Charles Lindbergh, hails from Englewood.

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uct or service? What are other companies
with similar offerings charging? With this
information your child will know if he has
a marketable item to offer at a competi-
tive rate.
Elias Harmon didn’t create a ques-
tionnaire but he did survey the situation.
When the then 9-year-old boy noticed
area lawn establishments grooming grass
last summer, he seized the opportunity to
rival their services.
“Elias knew he could use our lawn
equipment to start a business, so he said,
‘I have this idea, what do you think?’” says
his father Wayne. “Because of his age we
suggested he start with people we knew.
Then eventually he got a job caring for the
lawn at the American Legion.”
Next decide if the business is going to
be a sole or joint venture.
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instructor and consultant. “If your child
is considering a partner, have him find
someone who is equally passionate about
this type of work but possesses differ-
ent strengths so their skills complement
one another.”
Cohen agrees but adds, “Problems
can occur if one child does the majority of
the work, but the profits are evenly split.
To avoid this situation, have them spell
out details and put it in writing before the
business begins,” she said.
When selecting a name, choose one
that clearly states the business mission
and its offering. Consider adding rhymes,
alliterations or catchy phrases so it can be
easily remembered.
That’s the route Tatiana Lofton took.
When she began her non-profit perform-
ing arts business at local senior centers
last year, it was appropriately named,
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“In the industry when you can sing,
dance and act, it’s called a ‘triple threat.’
Since she and the 22 members of her
group can do that and more, that’s what
she decided to call it,” said Veronica of her
15-year-old daughter.
Begin advertising by notifying fam-
ily, friends and acquaintances. Print fly-
ers and pass them out. Tack up posters
with take-and-tear tabs that list services
provided and a contact number. Or create
computer-generated business cards
“To build business, suggest your child
hand out extra flyers or business cards
to current customers and say, ‘If you are
satisfied with my services, pass along my
name to friends,’” says Ms. Figat.
Tatiana found a virtually free way
to advertise.
“I set up an account on social media to
let others know what my company is about,
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and where people can contact us,” said Ta-
tiana. “At the end of each performance we
also hand out flyers which lists the names
of those who performed, what they did and
my email and myspace.com addresses.”
Most important, count the cost. List
the price of all supplies; tally the numbers
and then figure out what it takes to pro-
duce a single product or service.
“Elias’s overhead was really low; his
only cost was gas,” said Mr. Harmon. “Ini-
tially we fronted him the funds for that
with the verbal agreement he would pay
us back. He then set the price based on
the amount of time it would take to do
the job.”
Finally manage money wisely.
“Encourage your child to record his
expenses and profits by making a chart
in a notebook, using a ledger or creating
a spreadsheet,” said Ms. Cohen. “Have him
set goals as to where funds will be allo-
cated—reinvesting in the business, saving
some, spending some, even giving to a
charitable cause.”
“Elias kept records on a little tablet,”
said Mr. Harmon. “We did allow him to
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About
spend some of his profits but reminded
him that just because he made ten dol-
lars doesn’t mean he can buy ten dollars
in candy.”
Overall Elias had a successful experi-
ence — so much so he’s back in business
this year.
“It kept him occupied and taught him
about setting and achieving goals. Last
year he was just excited to earn money.
This year he wants to buy a drum set,” Mr.
Harmon continued.
Tatiana’s business was fruitful too.
“It’s taught her good relationship and
leadership skills, the importance of giv-
ing back to the community and what the
word ‘commitment’ really means,” says
Ms. Lofton.
Denise Yearian is the former editor of two par-
enting magazines and the mother of three chil-
dren and four grandchildren.
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OurChildren
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Get Busy This Summer Starting a Business

Denise Morrison Yearian what cost. If it is a service, do they charge posters with take-and-tear tabs that list versus a check is involved.
a flat rate or by the hour? Then have your services provided and a contact number.

E
ntrepreneurial opportunities exist
for motivated youngsters who have
a desire to launch a new business.
To help your child find a successful and
satisfying niche in the marketplace this
summer, consider these tips.
1. Tap into his or her interests
Start by having your child make a list of
activities she enjoys and businesses that
relate to those interests. Find something
she’s passionate about and wants to pur-
sue. If she is good with pets, perhaps she
would enjoy a dog-walking business. If
he or she likes being outdoors, maybe he
would enjoy cutting grass.
2. Materialize the market
Consider what the customer wants by
creating a questionnaire. Is there a need
for this type of service or product? If so,
how much are people willing to pay?
3. Consider the competition
Find out what other companies with simi-
lar products or services are offering and at
child ask, “How can I duplicate this offer-
ing for a little lower than market rate and
still make a profit?”
4. Team up or tread alone
Have your child decide if he wants to part-
ner with a peer. If he is involved in a sum-
mer activity it may be best to team up with
a friend who can help carry the workload.
Suggest he find someone who is equally
passionate about this type of business but
possesses a different skill set so they com-
plement one another. To prevent problems,
detail in writing how responsibilities and
profits will be divvied up.
5. Name it and claim it
Choose a name that clearly states the
business mission and its offering. Consid-
er adding rhymes, alliterations or catchy
phrases so it can be easily remembered.
6. Advertising agents
Advertise without spending a lot of
money. Print flyers and pass them out to
family, friends and acquaintances. Tack up
Or create computer-generated business
cards. Have your child hand out extra fly-
ers or business cards to current custom-
ers and say, “If you are satisfied with my
services, pass along my name to friends.”
7. Count the cost
List all of the supplies needed and the cost
of each item. Then do a cost-of-goods sold
and break it down to one unit: How much
does it cost to make one item or provide
service to one customer? This will help
your child know how to set the price. If he
has money in his savings account, suggest
he use that to get the business started. Or
loan it to him with the agreement it be
paid back.
8. Set a precedence
Predetermine products and services that
will be offered and give clients a written
description before the work begins to
prevent potential customer dissatisfac-
tion. When the service is complete, have
your child give the customer a receipt and
keep a duplicate, particularly where cash
9. Embrace good work ethic
Remind your child that he can earn the
respect of customers by being punc-
tual, dependable, honest, respectful,
hard working and following through
with commitments.
10. Start with safety
Insist that your child inform you of his
whereabouts at all times. Stress the im-
portance of not talking with strangers
while he is alone. Review safety rules
if he will be working with equipment
or machinery.
11. Manage the money
Encourage your child to record his ex-
penses, income and profits by making a
chart in a notebook, using a ledger or cre-
ating a spreadsheet. Allow him to spend
some of his earnings, but encourage him
to reinvest in the business, save a portion
and give some to his charity of choice.
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 A Reason to Smile
Facebook or Fakebook?
Timeless Wisdom for the Generation
Slovie Jungreis-Wolff
T
he quality of our relationships has been
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2. Acquire a Friend for Yourself
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We are not advised to collect friends like souvenirs but
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Friends are loyal. Friends share joy and sorrow so that
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ends up spending time alone because others do
not want to be with him. It is not easy to control
one’s temper.
How can we combat being quick to anger?
Pay attention to the trigger moments that
set you off. Recognize the feeling that comes
just before you are about to erupt. If you need
to take a breath to collect yourself or excuse
yourself, do it. Harness your rage. Think well be-
fore you speak from emotion. Be mindful of your
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4. Distance Yourself from a Bad Neighbor
(Ethics, 1:7)
Our friends and companions influence us, positively and
negatively. No matter how strong we believe ourselves to
be, we are impacted by the people we spend time with.
Their choices of language, vices, conversation and how
they treat others makes a difference in our lives. Coming
close to a person who makes poor moral choices is like
breathing in spiritual pollution. It is toxic.
Think about whom you associate with.
5. Do Not Judge Your fellow Until You Have
Reached His Place
(Ethics, 2:5)
How easy is it to cast judgment on another. Look at
all the spiteful comments that fill social media and the
snarky remarks making fun of people. We don’t realize
how quick we are to speak arrogantly against another.
Our sages teach us that until we stand in someone’s
place we are clueless. “Reaching his place” means that we
have complete understanding of his childhood, his nature,
his family, and his struggles. Can anyone ever possess
such a window into the life of another?
Of course not . Then how can we possibly
cast judgment?
6. Who is Rich? One Who Is Happy with His Lot
(Ethics, 4:1)
Watchi ng other people’s lives strips us of our joy. Com-
paring people’s vacations, homes, families and sushi plat-
ters is a meaningless way of losing sight of one’s bless-
ings. FOMO and anxiety has become the plague of our
generation. Emotions of jealousy eat at serenity.
There are superstars who live mega big lives but
lose themselves to addictions, loneliness and lack of self-
worth. Somehow they are never happy.
Be content with what you have. Be grateful. Cher-
ish the people in your life. Make the most of each day.
Live with purpose. Wealth is really the appreciation of
one’s blessings.
We are fortunate to have this sage advice to help us
live better, to be stronger. Take a few moments and look
through Ethics of the Fathers. You will discover the spiritual
compass that will brings you closer to a life of connection
and joy.
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tuffy, runny nose.
Itchy, swollen eyes.
Scratchy throat.
Sneezes.
Summer cold? Perhaps,
but more likely these
symptoms may indicate
that your child is suffering
from seasonal allergies.
Chronic and expansive, Dr. Margaret Co
seasonal allergies can really
put a damper on summer fun.
About Our Children consulted
with Margaret L. Co, M.D., who is the
subspecialty director of Allergy and
Immunology at the Valley Hospital in
Ridgewood, and practices at Allergy and
Immunology Bergen Medical Associates
in Paramus and Emerson, for her expertise
on the matter.
AOC: What are seasonal allergies and
when do they start?
Dr. Co: Seasonal allergies are caused
by exposure to tiny pollen grains, and
sometimes, outdoor mold spores in the
air. Symptoms consist of sneezing, stuffy
and runny nose, itching and watery eyes
and itching in the nose, roof of the mouth
and throat. Children often have swollen
eyelids as well due to rubbing. In the
northeast, there are three pollen seasons,
the tree, grass and weed season. Trees
pollinate in the spring, grasses in the
summer, and weeds in the fall. Ragweed
is the biggest offender in the fall and is
the cause of “hay fever” which is not due
to hay at all. The start and end of these
seasons vary year to year depending
on climate conditions. This spring, the
weather has been unseasonably cold
longer than usual, delaying the tree pollen
season well into May.
AOC: What are the best ways to treat
seasonal allergies?
Dr. Co: Avoiding exposure to pollen
especially in the peak pollen times,
noon to late afternoon,
which is generally gym
time at school. Keeping
the windows closed at
home and in the car, and
taking a shower after
coming indoors are all
practical measures that
are very helpful and often
overlooked. Medications
are effective in controlling
symptoms for most
allergy sufferers and many
are now available over the counter.
Over-the-counter antihistamines help
especially if used regularly during the
pollen season. Nasal steroid sprays are
the most effective for nasal symptoms
especially for congestion but need
to be used regularly as it can take up
to a week before it is most effective.
Allergy antihistamine drops help eye
symptoms but applying them can be a
challenge for parents of young children.
Cold compresses are very soothing. For
those with symptoms despite using over
the counter medications, your primary
care physician or allergist can prescribe
medications that may be more effective.
AOC: What are your thoughts on
the newest oral immunotherapy agents
approved by the FDA that replace
allergy shots?
Dr. Co: For those with severe
symptoms in whom pollen avoidance
and medications are not effective,
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Whereas medications only control
symptoms, immunotherapy is disease
modifying. It actually “tricks” your
immune system into reacting differently,
and allowing you to build tolerance over
time. Allergy shots have been given for
more than one hundred years, and are the
most effective form of immunotherapy.
Oral immunotherapy (tablets that are
placed under the tongue daily) has
become available in recent years. This
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About
needs to be started 12 weeks before the pollen. Acupuncture has been found
season and continued until the end of the to have some benefit, but needs to be
season. They are not as effective as allergy given multiple times to have any effect.
shots but is an option for those who want Studies are underway to determine the
to avoid shots and have only one (or effectiveness of Chinese herbal remedies
two) allergies to grass and/or ragweed. in the treatment of allergies in general.
Although the risk of an allergic reaction AOC: Anything else you would like
to these tablets is small, an epinephrine to add?
auto-injector is prescribed just in case one Dr. Co: An allergy evaluation with
has a reaction at home. an allergist is helpful to confirm allergy
AOC: What about the efficacy of hon- as many colds and other conditions
ey as a treatment for seasonal allergies? mimic allergies. It can help in predicting
Dr. Co: Local honey is not a proven symptoms for future seasons, and for
therapy for seasonal allergies. For counseling on the various therapies
those who do not want their children available, including immunotherapy.
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Twin Teens Help Kids Do Good and
Win Presidential Philanthropy Award
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Honorable Menschen
they created Kids That Do Good (www.
kidsthatdogood.com), an interactive on-

F
or as long as they can remember,
16-year-twins Jake and Max Klein
have celebrated their birthdays to-
gether. But they didn’t receive presents.
The Edgewater teens each year since they
were 6 have “given back” their birth-
days — that is, instead of receiving gifts,
they used the gift of their birthdays, and
the money that they received to make a
contribution of some kind.
Those contributions included buying
laptops and a Jaws of Life for the Edgewa-
ter fire department, and bulletproof vests
for their local police officers. They also
sold cookies to raise funds for pediatric
cancer research.
“We were taught that we were blessed
with what we had and we had to find ways
to help other people,” said Max, who is old-
er by one minute.
Growing up with no other siblings,
the Klein brothers learned early on “to be
each other’s best friend and do what we
could to put a smile on somebody else’s
face,” said Jake. “Our parents taught us
that when somebody is sick, you make
them soup. They taught us about compas-
sion and we decided to follow.”
When the boys, who are now sopho-
mores at Leonia High School, were 8, they
wanted to help a retired chef in the neigh-
borhood who cooked for a homeless shel-
ter, but found that they couldn’t volunteer
because there was an age requirement.
“We felt bad and didn’t really under-
stand because we wanted to help,” said Jake.
That disappointment stayed with
the twins. When they were 14 years old
line platform that connects kids with
various charities and volunteer opportu-
nities. There would always be a place for
a youngster to volunteer.
“Our goal is connecting kids with
ways to give back. We find charities,
organizations, events or opportunities
that welcome kids at a variety of ages.
We wanted to create a place where kids
and their parents could discover ways
to participate locally, regionally or even
on a national level. We hope that by us-
ing our site, kids and families can quickly
find opportunities for any age, location,
and the type of organization they want to
support,” the website says of its purpose.
“We also wanted organizations to be able
to easily recruit help and spread the word
to like-minded people. Here’s to inspiring, Jake and Max Klein in Washington, D.C., where they received honor for their efforts.
encouraging, and empowering the next
generation of Kids That Do Good!” of service over a 12-month time period, a in real estate, and mother Sandy Rubin-
The two-year-old website allows tremendous honor after serving over 250 stein, who works in marketing, could not
youngsters of any age to find myriad hours in one year. They went to Washing- be prouder.
opportunities to volunteer. The site has ton, D.C. where they received their honor “Sometimes I wonder, ‘Who are these
connected more than 18,000 people with and became even more inspired. boys?’ ‘‘ Sandy said.
various charities across the country and “We are very humbled that we re- “We really are so proud of them and
currently has over 1,000 volunteer op- ceived the award,” they said. what they do,” she said. “It’s a wonderful
portunities available in 80 markets. Most When they are not trying to change opportunity for them. We know they are
recently, Jake and Max launched a Teach- the world, Jake and Max enjoy spending great kids, but now other people have rec-
er Resources page, aimed at educating time with their friends, playing tennis, ognized that. The boys have always done
young people on the importance of being and doing their homework, said Max. good. They have stood up for other peo-
charitable-minded. While they are not exactly sure ple. They have stood up to bullying. And
“It’s like a Google for charities,” what they may want to do when they they were always the first ones to want to
said Max. are grown, certainly they want to work help in the face of a tragedy. My husband
To that end, Jake and Max have been in a capacity to continue to make a dif- and I are inspired by them each day.”
awarded The President’s Volunteer Ser- ference. They are thinking about pub-
vice Award recognizing their achieve- lic service. Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of
ment of the required number of hours Their parents, Mark Klein, who is About Our Children.

Bat Mitzvah Girl Collects

Books for One and All
Heidi Mae Bratt Books Foundation to help underserved children on Greek, Roman, and Egyptian mythology.
in New Jersey. Tamar lives in Teaneck with her parents, Eli-

R
eading is fundamental.
So much so that Tamar Fuchs, 12, is
making sure that children across the state
have access to as many books as they could enjoy.
The 6th grader at Yavneh Academy, who
has always loved books and has been read-
ing since she was 6, is working with Bridge of
She is helping to collect books as part of her
bat mitzvah project, said her mother, Elisheva
Fuchs, the owner of The Therapy Gym in Te-
aneck, and dovetails with her daughter’s passion.
Tamar reads an average of five or more books a
week. Among her favorites are Harry Potter, Per-
cy Jackson, Fractured Fairy Tales, as well as books
sheva, and father, Jeff, and her siblings Yaakov, 14;
Ayelet, 8; and Daniella, 3. In addition to her love
of books, Tamar is also a piano player.
There are two drop-off locations to help col-
lect children’s books: The Therapy Gym, 205 W.
Englewood Avenue in Teaneck, and The Yavneh
Academy, 155 N. Farview Avenue in Paramus. Tamar Fuchs

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Show Dad How Much He Means

Denise Morrison Yearian Here are a few tried-and-true ideas: flowers, personal interest — fishing, football, golf or
shrubs or a tree to plant in the yard; season the movies; barbeque utensils; computer

F
ather’s Day, this year on June 17, is a special day set pass to a museum or science center; mem- software. Whatever you decide on, make sure
aside to celebrate dads and other male role models bership to a health club; tickets to a sport- it’s something that suits Dad’s personal taste.
in your children’s lives. Why not try a creative ap- ing event; gift certificate to his favorite res-
proach to gift giving? Following is a list of five no-cost taurant, home improvement store or garden Denise Morrison Yearian is the former editor of
ways to show dad the appreciation and love he deserves. center; magazine subscription; golf getaway two parenting magazines. She is a mother and
weekend; themed gift basket with items of a grandmother.
1. “This is your life”
Make dad feel honored with a special presentation of
“This is your Life.” Stage the show as if it were a tele-
vision special. Have one person be the show host who
interviews other family members regarding what they
love about Dad. They may also want to share a story or
memory they have of him. Between interviews, prepare
a special song, poem or other talent in his honor. Ask
mom to videotape the program and your father will have
a keepsake for years to come.

2. At your service
The gift of service is something that keeps on giving.
Talk with family members about the simple chores your
father does around the house. On small strips of paper
write down each job he does, and on the other side write
the name of one family member who will volunteer to
do that chore for him. Tasks could include cutting the
yard, weeding the flowerbeds, washing the car, shining
his shoes, etc. Continue this until you have covered all of
his responsibilities. Find an old shoebox, place the strips
of paper in it and wrap it up. Present this to dad and in
the days to come give him service with a smile.

3. A family tree
Show dad what a special part of your family he is by cre-
ating a family tree. Find a short tree branch and place it

watershed
in a decorated can. Stabilize the branch with sand, clay or
plaster. Next cut out large leaf shapes from construction
paper. Write the names of family members on one side
of the leaves and tape or paste photographs of them to

recreation
the other side. (Don’t forget your pets) If you don’t have a
picture of someone, draw it. Punch a hole through the top
of each leaf and thread a piece of yarn through it. Now tie

program
the leaves to the tree branches.

4. King for the day

A day of relaxation and royalty will make dad feel extra
special. When he wakes up, greet him with a homemade
crown and tell him he will be king for the day. Serve his
favorite breakfast in bed and ask what he would like to do
today. If he needs a little prompting, suggest a family hike
The Watershed Recreation Program is now open from April 1 to
in the morning, a picnic in the park for lunch and a nap November 30, 2018.
in the afternoon. While he is having down time, wash his
car and ask mom to fill it up with gas. Make the evening Participants can fish, walk, bird watch, hike, or simply enjoy nature.
special with a steak and potato dinner and a special des- Access to 4 reservoirs – Old Tappan, Oradell and Woodcliff Lake in
sert, followed by his favorite movie. Throughout the day,
New Jersey and Lake Deforest in Rockland County, New York.
remind him of how much you love and appreciate him.

5. A day off For an online application visit:

Many fathers have little time for themselves. If this is the www.SUEZWatershed.com
case, give Dad the day off to play golf, go fishing or have
some time out with his buds. While he is gone, prepare
a special “Best Dad in the World” banner for his arrival mysuezwater.com
home.
Still want to purchase something for Father’s Day?

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From the Rebel to the Rule-Bound,

Understanding Personalities
Adina Soclof

T
here are so many ways we can
describe our children’s personal-
ity and temperament: fun loving,
a people person, intense, shy, a book-
worm. A person’s personality is defined
as the totality of somebody’s, attitudes,
behavioral patterns, emotional responses,
social roles and other individual traits that
are innate, predisposed and endure over
a long period of time. Temperament is a
preferred, most natural style of how we
respond to the world.
I am always hesitant to label children,
however understanding a child’s personal-
ity and temperament can only be a plus.
Differences in personality and tempera-
ment impact a child’s behavior in myriad
ways. Take the “slow to warm up” child.
That child is not being rude when he re-
fuses to kiss the out of town relatives; he
just needs a bit of time to get used to them.
When we understand our child’s per-
sonality and temperament, we can better
communicate with them and understand
them in deeper ways. We can then try to
accommodate their unique and individual
needs. It will make both our lives easier.
So when we are dealing with a “slow
to warm up” child, instead of getting frus- see purpose and reason in anything they “talk to” the tendency’s values. constantly asking for explanations of why
trated and annoyed with them, we will un- do. Make it clear why what you want from Here is how this can work: they have to do what they are doing. They
derstand that they need time to get used to them is important. are often rebuked for being disrespectful.
new situations. Then we will more likely to Obligers meet other people’s expec- Upholders They are often accused of challenging au-
prepare them beforehand, stay close by un- tations easily but struggle with their If your child is an upholder, he/she will be thority, when really they are intensely cu-
til they feel comfortable and reassure them, own. They must be held accountable by pretty easy to raise. Teachers love Uphold- rious. They will only do things if it makes
“Right now you don’t feel comfortable, but a friend, coach or boss to get things done. ers, too. They are self-motivated and want sense to them. They need logical reasons
in a few minutes you will.” They thrive when they have a sense of to meet expectations. They are generally to comply with any demands made of
Gretchen Rubin, in her book, “The duty and can work in a team. responsible about their homework and them. “Setting the table now helps din-
Four Tendencies” takes this idea even Rebels defy both outer and inner ex- chores around the house and have all their ner run smoothly. Everyone will have the
further. She created a framework that de- pectations. Above all, they want to be free school supplies on hand and are on time. utensils they need and we can sit comfort-
scribes how people respond to inner and to choose and express their own individu- However, they would not be called laid ably and enjoy dinner.”
outer expectations. ality. Give them the facts, present the task back or spontaneous and can be inflex- Most kids do not respond well to the
There are: Upholders, Questioners, as a challenge and let them decide with- ible. They cannot handle changes in plans, typical parenting answers of “Because I
Obligers and Rebels. She contends that out pressure. transitions, and dealing with situations say so,” “We’ve always done it this way,”
your tendency shapes every aspect of This information is important for when the rules are unclear. “This what you have to do” or “These are
your behavior. If you understand your parents to know. So much of what we Ms. Rubin encourages parents of Up- the rules.” However, Questioners (and
tendency then you will be able to make do as parents involves how to motivate holders, when up against their child’s iron- Rebels) have a particularly difficult time
better decisions, work more effectively children, (i.e. get them out of bed in the clad following of rules, to explain, “Your with these types of phrases.
reduce your stress and most important morning, get them to do their chores) teacher expects you to read for 30 min- Many teachers appreciate Questioners
create good habits and follow through on discipline them (deliver consequences utes a night, but because we went to visit because they keep class discussions going,
your goals. Knowing your tendency helps when they don’t follow through) and help Grandma, it will be bedtime by the time we but they also feel that they slow down the
you understand why you act on your goals them develop and follow through on their get home. A good night’s sleep will make class with their constant queries and may
and why you may not on your goals. goals (pick a topic for their history proj- you alert for school tomorrow and that’s also feel that they are being disrespectful.
Upholders meet inner and outer ex- ect, choose a summer camp or college). more important than reading tonight.” Ms. Rubin points out that “Question-
pectations. They love rules, having a clear Understanding how children respond to With Upholders, “Those arguments ers can have a hard time in school because
plan and are self-motivated and disci- expectations, whether they are an Up- will work better than…’You deserve it’, ‘The they resist doing mundane academic tasks
plined. Clearly tell them what needs to be holder, Questioner, Obliger or Rebel, can teacher won’t know you skipped one day.’” that don’t make sense to them. It is helpful
done and they’ll lead the way. be invaluable. Ms. Rubin suggests that if … parents can give thoughtful justifica-
Questioners meet their own expecta- parenting strategies should take into con- Questioners tions for why they have to complete as-
tions but resist outer ones. They need to sideration a child’s tendency or it should, Questioners are the children who are signments. If a Questioner student asks,

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“Why do I need to know about ancient
Mesopotamia? This will never be of any
use to me!” a teacher might respond un-
helpfully, ‘This is what we’re studying
now, so get with the program,” or help-
fully, “You’re learning about Mesopotamia
true, but this assignment is teaching you
much more. You’re learning how to ana-
lyze complex material quickly, how to pull
essential ideas out of a text, how to take
notes efficiently, and how to explain ideas
in your own words. There are important
skills that will serve you well.”
Obligers
Obliger children are generally easy be-
cause they like to please the adults in
their lives. However, they do need exter-
nal measures of accountability. Parents
need to help them find systems outside
of themselves that will help them enforce
expectations. They have a hard time doing
homework, practicing the piano or get-
ting their chores done if someone is not
holding them accountable.
Although it can be frustrating for par-
ents, these children need gentle remind-
ers. Incentive charts work well for these
children. Positive reinforcement is a must:
“That was a big help to me when you
cleaned up all the toys in the family room.”
Obliger children will do well with
sports metaphors: “Team Cohen is getting
ready for our road trip. Let’s get the bags
in the car!” “Our family works together.
We are a great team!”
It is important to make sure that
Obliger children don’t work too hard
to please others. They are easily over-
whelmed and they may lose sight of what
makes them feel happy or fulfilled. They
are often doing favors for their friends
and are susceptible to be taken advantage.
Rebels
Rebel children are often challenging be-
cause they refuse to do what they are told
to do. They like to make their own choices
and they resist any expectations. They
need to feel as is they are doing what they
want, not what others want them to do.
Rebel children need our love and un-
derstanding, probably more so then our
other children. They are often knocking up
against people and limits. It can be exhaust-
ing to have an internal dialogue that does
not allow you to follow the rules of society,
to always feel the need to push back.
To maintain a loving relationship with
these children it is important to avoid di-
rect commands. When parents say to a
rebel child, “Say thank you to Mrs. Co-
hen,” the child will most likely dig in their
heels and refuse to comply. This may be
the case even if he had planned on saying
thank you on his own.
Ms. Rubin suggests the following pro-
cedure when speaking to all children, but
with Rebels it is essential:
Provide information: “I think Mrs. Co-
hen is going to give us some tomatoes from
her garden today. Gardeners usually love to
share their produce. They work really hard,
so let’s remember to say thank you.”
Tell them the positive consequences
of their behavior: “If we thank Mrs. Co-
hen, she will be more likely to give us
more tomatoes in the future. She might
even let us help out in the garden!”
Give them choices: “You can say or
whisper thank you. You could also make
her a card.”
Let them decide: “The way you say
‘thank you’ is all up to you.”
Whatever tendency your child ex-
hibits, they need our love, care and
understanding.
Adina Soclof is a parent educator, professional
development instructor and speech patholo-
gist working with children in a school setting.
For more information, www.parentingsimply.
com. For speaking engagements, asoclof@
parentingsimply.com.
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Blessing for Completion
Rabbi Ronald Roth of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation B’nai Israel is about to bless the second grade
students in the Howard and Joshua Education Center as they
celebrate in front of their parents the completion of their year
of study.
BCHSJS Students Go to Washington
Jarod Forer, Sarah Gordon, and Sam Pitchkhadze, students at
Bergen County High School of Jewish Studies, and their prin-
cipal, Fred Nagler, joined the Zionist Organization of America
(ZOA) Washington, D.C. Mission. They heard ZOA president
Mort Klein, and members of the House of Representatives,
including Josh Gottheimer, Senators Ben Cardin of Maryland
and Ted Cruz, in addition to the New Jersey delegation.
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Gallery
Solomon Schechter
Gets IB Certification
Solomon Schechter Day School of
Bergen County in New Milford became
the first Jewish day school in the
tri-state area to be authorized as an
International Baccalaureate (IB) World
A Quilt of Many Colors School for the Middle Years Programme
Temple Beth Tikvah in Wayne recently unveiled a project to enhance the (MYP). Ruth Gafni, head of school,
entrance to the school, a colorful quilt made by the students. Helping them proudly displays the certificate. There
in celebration of the quilt is Rabbi Meeka, Ellen Jaffe and Kerry Skolnick. are three Jewish schools in North
America, and six public and private
secular schools New Jersey with this
accreditation.
Bergen Family Center
At a ribbon cutting ceremony dedi-
cating a new preschool classroom
for the Bergen Family Center at their
Englewood facility on 44 Armory St.
On Fire with Lubavitch on the Palisades The new classroom was made possible
Lubavitch on the Palisades celebrated this Lag B’Omer with an extravaganza by a grant from Ira and Shelly Taub as
for the entire family. Lag B’Omer is a day marked on the Jewish calendar as a this top-to-bottom renovation helps
day of joy, light, and happiness. In conjunction with NJ Yachad, an organization provide a safe and appropriate learn-
dedicated to enhancing the opportunities of individuals with disabilities, the ing environment.
extravaganza included rides, music, the Hip Hop Juggler, barbecue food, and
a bonfire.
Israel Comes to Tenafly
To celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, each class-
Students Celebrate Jerusalem Reunification
Students at Ma’ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls and and Yeshivat room at Temple Sinai Early Childhood
Center in Tenafly was transformed into
He’Atid students joined in unity and harmony, Koolelam-style, to honor the
51st anniversary of Yom Yerushalayim, the reunification of Jerusalem. a different city in Israel. Here is Zachary
milking a cow on our kibbutz.
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TopChoices JUNE 2018

Compiled by Heidi Mae Bratt

Emporio Teaneck, an Emporium from Boys to Men

Bar mitzvah suit? No problem.
In fact, coming here and get-
ting the bar mitzvah suit is
a wonderful experience and
part of the ritual of becom-
ing a man. Emporio Teaneck,
which opened its doors on
West Englewood Avenue about
2K years ago, is a go-to place
for boys looking for all kinds
of clothing: dress clothes for
school, suits, and even more
casual wear. For the bar mitz-
vah outfit, the sales staff will
put the boy together from top
to bottom, including finding Emporio Teaneck,
shoes as Emporio has a shoe 215 West Englewood
department. There is also a Avenue Teaneck
full-service tailor shop that 201-530-7300
will take care of all alterna- emporioclothing.com
tion needs.

Curious George Live The Golden Meatball

Join the inquisitive, lov-
able little monkey Curious
George, star of books,
movies and the award-
winning PBS television
show in this delightful
new musical at bergen-
PAC on June 3. Curious
George waits all year for
All–You-Can-Eat Meatball
Day when he helps his
friend Chef Pisghetti cook
delicious meatballs and
serve them to the hungry
crowd. But this year, no
one came — thanks to
Phinneas T. Lightspeed
and his speedy Meatballs
O’Matic machine. Chef
Pisghetti vows to cook no June 3, 1 p.m.
more, but George goes bergenPAC
on a mission to enter the 30 N. Van Brunt Street
Chef’s meatballs in the Englewood
world-famous Golden 201-227-1030
Meatball Contest … www.bergenpac.org
in Rome.

March for Israel’s 70th Birthday

Come one. Come all. It’s not
every day one celebrates a
70th birthday. And Israel is
going to celebrate big. This
year, the Celebrate Israel
parade down Fifth Avenue
in Manhattan is bound to
be an event. In addition to
the thousands of students,
schools, bands, supporters of
all stripes, there will be plenty
of luminaries, celebrities and
politicians on hand, including
Rabbi Haskel Lookstein, Rabbi
Emeritus of Congregation
Kehilath Jeshurun and prin-
cipal emeritus of The Ramaz
School, New York Giants great
Tiki Barber, Nir Barkat, mayor
of Jerusalem, and many oth-
ers. The theme of this year’s
parade, 70 and Sababa (70 &
Awesome).
June 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Parade will go up
Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue from
57th to 74th Streets.
No rain on this parade —
it happens rain or shine.

Land of Make Believe Is Very Real Family Fun

Land of Make Believe is
simply screaming to invite
everyone to its Hope amuse-
ment park for its Grand
Opening Weekend over the
Memorial Day Weekend,
Saturday through Monday,
May 26 to 28. What’s the
screaming about? This year’s
newest ride, the awesome
Scream Machine 360, makes
its debut with the greatest
upside down thrills imagin-
able. Yes, riders will do a
complete 360 degrees, This
ride is the latest addition to
the park that offers parents
and children exciting choices,
complementing Land of Land of Make Believe
Make Believe’s expansive 354 Great Meadows Road
rides and attractions for Hope, NJ, 908-459-9000
whole family. This season www.lomb.com.
marks the park’s 64th anni-
versary.

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 The Good Life With Kids
This calendar is a day-by-day schedule of events. Although all information is as timely as we can make it, it’s a good idea to call to verify details before you go.
Friday, May 25
Celebrate Earth Day: Make an Earth Day planter
with a rainforest frog. For kindergarten to 4th
grade. 4 to 4:45 p.m. Paramus Public Library,
116 East Century Road, Paramus. 201-599-1300.
Tuesday, May 29
Burnt Toast Book Club: For grades 1 to 3. Read,
discuss, book, make a craft and have a snack.
Reading, “The Case of the Missing Monkey”
by Cynthia Rylant. 4 to 4:45 p.m. Paramus
Public Library, 116 East Century Road, Paramus,
201-599-1300, www.paramuslibrary.org.
Thursday, May 31
Playtime for Infants: Playtime for infants
through 2K years old accompanied by a care-
giver. 10 to 11 a.m. Englewood Library, 31 Engle
Street, Englewood. 201-568-2215, www.
englewoodlibrary.org.
Friday, June 1
ShaBBQ and Rock Shabbat: From 7:30 to 9 p.m.
join in the fun at Temple Sinai of Bergen County,
One Engle Street, Tenafly. 201-568-3035, info@
templesinaibc.org, www.templesinaibc.org.
Saturday, June 2
Story Time in Teaneck: Enjoy old and new favor-
ites at this family story at 11 a.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201- 837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Wyckoff Day: A day to celebrate the town and
the 75th anniversary of the Wyckoff YMCA. Rides,
food vendors and music and more. The free event
runs from noon to 8:30 p.m. and caps with a Rock
the Block, concert and barbecue. 691 Wyckoff
Avenue, Wyckoff. 201-891-2081.
Sunday, June 3
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center pres-
ents “Survivors Rock”: a rock concert featuring
No Evidence of Disease (NED) – Five Surgeons on
Giving in a Heartbeats
Ma’ayanot Yeshiva High School in Teaneck invites women and girls to its annual
fundraiser, Heartbeats 2018, a Night of Song & Dance on Thursday, May 31, at 7
p.m. at The Moriah School, 53 South Woodland, Street, Englewood. Proceeds from
the event benefit Tackle Kids Cancer, the Children’s Cancer Institute at Hackensack
University Medical Center. New York Giants Quarterback Eli Manning will match
every donation, dollar for dollar. Tickets $15 in advance, $18 at the door. To pur-
chase, www.maayanot.org.
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a Mission to Save Lives, and dedicated to cancer
survivors and their families, at BergenPAC, June 3
at 7 p.m. Special opening performance by Jamie
Janoff and friends. Free tickets: englewoodhealth.
org/SR2018.3
Strawberry Fields Forever: The Ramsey
Farmers’ Market celebrates its 9th season annual
Strawberry Festival with more than 50 local farm-
ers and food purveyors offering local organic and
responsibly grown seasonal vegetables and fruits,
artisan bread and cheese, gluten-free baked
products and prepared foods, organic salads,
homemade soups and more. Complimentary
strawberry shortcake will be available. From
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2 West Main Street, Ramsey.
201-675-6866. Contact Nancy Boone, amorfeti@
aol.com.
New Hasbrouck Heights Street Fair: From 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine, the street fair will
transform the town into a giant block party.
Entertainment, live music, dance, demonstra-
tions from local dancing schools, karate clubs
and more. Kiddies rides, petting zoo, pony
rides and more. Lots of food. Admission is
free. Sponsored by the Hasbrouck Heights
Chamber of Commerce. The fair will take place
at 216 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights. Contact
Cissy Gialanella, 201-998-1144, events@
jcpromotions.info.
Curious George at bergenPAC: Join the inquisi-
tive, lovable little monkey, Curious George in
an onstage adventure, Curious George Live
The Golden Meatball at 1 p.m. at bergenPAC.
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood.
201-227-1030, www.bergenpac.org.
Sunday, June 3
First Walk With Temple Beth Tikvah: Temple
Beth Tikvah holds its first Sunday of the Month
Walks at Laurelwood Arboretum Nature Walks.
Laurelwood Arboretum is in the Pines Lake area
of Wayne and there is parking. Look for our group.
Children and well-behaved dogs welcomed. 9:30
a.m., weather permitting. For information contact
Temple Beth Tikvah 950 Preakness Ave, Wayne,
Mitchell.borger@gmail.com or cell phone 917-757-
3832.
Tuesday, June 5
Shalom Baby: Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jersey Shalom Baby playgroup for babies and tod-
dlers will take place at Solomon Schechter Day
School of Bergen County. Visit their organic gar-
den with horticulturist Debbie Bejar at 9:30 a.m.
275 McKinley Ave, New Milford 201-820-3902.
My First Book Club: Fourth and fifth graders are
invited to join in book discussion and games from
4 to 5 p.m. Registration and book at circulation
desk. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck Road,
Teaneck. 201- 837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Wednesday, June 6
Young Readers Book Club: Kids in kindergarten
or first grade reading on their own or with help
can join in. Also activities and crafts in this book
club. Advance registration and book at the cir-
culation desk. 4 to 5 p.m. Teaneck Public Library,
840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck. 201- 837-4171,
www.teaneck.org.
Thursday, June 7
Newbery Book Club: Newbery Book Club is for
teens in grades 6-8. Members read and discuss
possible award winners. From 4 to 5 p.m. Advance
registration is required. Teaneck Public Library,
840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck. 201- 837-4171,
www.teaneck.org.
Friday, June 8
We Create Together: Join an intergenerational
program at the library. This month participants
will make Flower Crowns. 4 to 5:30 p.m. Paramus
Public Library, 116 East Century Road, Paramus,
201-599-1300, www.paramuslibrary.org.
Tot Shabbat in Tenafly: Join us for a Shabbat ser-
vice starting at 5:45 p.m. for families with children
6 yrs of age and younger. June birthday children
will be recognized with a birthday blessing. Service
followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dinner cost is
$18/$10 for adults/children. No cost for enrolled
Temple Sinai ECC school children. Questions/
Dinner RSVP call 201-568-6867 or email Jaki at
jraider@templesinaibc.org.
Saturday, June 9
Story Time in Teaneck: Enjoy old and new favor-
ites at this family story at 11 a.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201- 837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
The Turtle Show in Fort Lee: Join author and tur-
tle expert Steve Woyce for a performance of “The
Turtle Show” at the Fort Lee Library. Learn how
these reptiles, live, eat, hibernate and more in this
interactive show. Free. Fort Lee Public Library, 320
Main Street, Fort Lee, 201-592-3619 ext. 4011.
Sunday, June 10
Dance Recital in Wayne: The dancers in the Y’s
10-month program have been hard at work all year
learning technique. Join us as they take the stage
on June 10 at 2 p.m. Wayne YMCA, 1 Pike Drive,
Wayne. 973-595-0100.
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published June 22, Tuesday, June 12
Friday, June 8
Shabbat in Closter: Temple Beth El invites the
community to join them for a Shabbat Unplugged
Band Service with guest artist Benjamin Baron at
7:30 p.m. Service is led by Rabbi David S. Widzer
and Cantor Julie Staple. Temple Beth El is located at
221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter. 201-768-5112.
Friday, June 8
Shabbat in Closter: Temple Beth El invites the
community to join them for a Shabbat Evening
Service at 7:30 p.m. Service is led by Rabbi David
S. Widzer and Cantor Julie Staple. Temple Beth
El is located at 221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter.
201-768-5112.
Monday, June 11
Lego Club: Lego Club is for youngsters age 6
and up. After a story, build with our Legos based
on the book’s theme. Meets at 7 p.m. Advance
registration is required. Teaneck Public Library,
840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck. 201- 837-4171,
www.teaneck.org.
Wednesday, June 13
Story Time on Wednesday: Children 3K to 5
years old are invited to the preschool story time.
No registration required. From 3 to 4 p.m. Teaneck
Public Library, 840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck.
201- 837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Friday, June 15
Shabbat in Closter: Rabbi David S. Widzer and
Cantor Julie Staple invite the community to join
us for a Family Shabbat Service honoring Rabbi
Beth Kramer-Mazer and a send-off for summer
overnight campers at 6:45 p.m. Temple Beth El
is located at 221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter.
201-768-5112.
Friday, June 29
Shabbat in Closter: Temple Beth El in Closter
invites the community to join us for a Summer
Kabbalat Shabbat Service at 6:30 p.m. All
are welcome. Temple Beth El is located at 221
Schraalenburgh Road, Closter. 201-768-5112.
Saturday, June 2
Bubble Trouble: A bubble volcano. Bubble roller
coaster. A kid in a bubble? Jeff Boyer takes bub-
bles to the max in this one-man bubble extrava-
ganza. It’s the craziest, most creative bubble show
around. Jeff juggles bubbles, sculpts and builds
with bubbles, makes fog-filled bubbles and more.
Mixing comedy, music and a unique level of com-
munity participation, he engages and delights
audiences of all ages. Sensory Friendly Kidz
Cabaret Series. 1 and 3 p.m. bergenPAC, 30 North
Van Brunt Street, Englewood. 201-227-1030,
www.bergenpac.org.
Wednesday, June 20
Family Pizza Party at JCC Rockland: Join the
family pizza party and activities for kids 4 through
12. Counselors lead activities for kids, while par-
ents take a fitness class or workout in the newly
renovated fitness center. Pizza dinner for all before
heading home. From 5 to 7 p.m. JCC Rockland,
450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. For questions
or more information contact Mark Robertson at
markr@jccrockland.org or 845-362-4400.

B’nai mitzvah
DANIEL FRENKEL
Daniel Frenkel, son of
Stacey and Michael Frenkel
of Wyckoff, and brother
of Rebecca and Jonah,
celebrated becoming a
bar mitzvah on April 28
at Temple Beth Rishon
in Wyckoff.
ALEXA GELENTER
Alexa Gelenter, daughter
of Jill and Ian Gelenter
of Kinnelon, celebrated
becoming a bat mitzvah
on May 19 at the Jewish
Congregation of Kinnelon.
She is the granddaughter
of JCK congregants Eileen
and Seymour Gelenter.
MATTHEW KOSSAK
Matthew Kossak of
Wyckoff, son of Natalie and
Andrew Kossak, and twin
brother of Ryan, celebrated
becoming a bar mitzvah
on May 5 at Temple Beth
Rishon in Wyckoff.
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Jewish Home Seeks Teens
The Jewish Home at Rockleigh is look-
ing for teens ages 14 and older to spend
2, 4, or 6 weeks, starting July 9 for arts
& crafts, sports, gardening, and fun and
games. Meet new friends, both younger
Simchas
RYAN KOSSAK
Ryan Kossak of Wyckoff,
son of Natalie and Andrew
Kossak, and twin brother
of Matthew, celebrated
becoming a bar mitzvah
on May 5 at Temple Beth
Rishon in Wyckoff.
ISABELLA LOGIN
Isabella Login, daughter of
Rachelle and Joshua Login
of Franklin Lakes and sister
of Zachary, 11, celebrated
becoming a bat mitzvah on
April 28 at Barnert Temple
in Franklin Lakes.
AVA OPPER
Ava Opper, daughter of
Michele and David Opper
of Wyckoff, twin sister of
Ben, and sister of Jacob,
celebrated becoming a
bat mitzvah on May 19
at Temple Beth Rishon
in Wyckoff.
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BEN OPPER
Ben Opper, son of Michele
and David Opper of
Wyckoff, twin brother of
Ava, and brother of Jacob,
celebrated becoming a
bat mitzvah on May 19
at Temple Beth Rishon
in Wyckoff.
JOSHUA ORING
Joshua Oring of Franklin
Lakes, son of Pamela and
David Oring, and brother
of Samantha and Matthew,
celebrated becoming a
bar mitzvah on May 12
at Temple Beth Rishon
in Wyckoff.
IRIS PIERCE
Iris Pierce, daughter of
Michelle and Edward Pierce
of Teaneck, twin sister of
Isaac, and sister of Evelyn,
celebrated becoming a
bat mitzvah on May 12 at
Temple Emeth in Teaneck.
ISAAC PIERCE
Isaac Pierce, son of
Michelle and Edward Pierce
of Teaneck, twin brother of
Iris, and brother of Evelyn,
celebrated becoming a
bar mitzvah on May 12 at
Temple Emeth in Teaneck.
MICHELA WALLACH
Michela Wallach, daughter
of Margarita and Peter
Wallach of Tenafly, and
sister of Kieran and Alexis,
celebrated becoming a
bat mitzvah on May 19 at
Temple Emeth in Teaneck.
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About
A Book to Enhance the Yeshiva Gap Year
Besides making sure your spending time in Israel: an
son or daughter has a intellectual and spiritual
year’s worth of clothing guide for a year in yeshiva
for their gap year in Is- or seminary.
rael, think about packing In its forward, Rabbi
a copy of “Learning To Beryl Gershenfeld, Rosh
Grow” by Rabbi Gamliel Yeshiva of Machon Shlomo,
Shmalo (Kodesh Press). Machon Yaakov writes: “The
Rabbi Shmalo, the desire to grow is our deep-
educational director of est human urge. But grow-
Meor NYU who teaches ing is difficult and needs to
Jewish philosophy and be learned; for that we need
law at Yeshiva Univer- wisdom and a wise, sensitive
sity and formerly served on the fac- mentor.” The book’s ambitions
ulty of Michalah Jerusalem College and are immodest: to guide your transitioning
Yeshivat Ohr Yerushalayim, put together young adult to greatness during their year
a different kind of road map for those in Israel and beyond.
Born to Perform Summer Camp
Preview at Cresskill A
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Who among us is not “Born to Perform?” Get- a
ting on stage and letting the creativity flow are p
tremendous self-esteem builders for youngsters. a
And don’t forget the fun factor. Cresskill Perform-
ing Arts in Cresskill is holding a free camp pre- c
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view on Tuesday, June 5 and Wednesday June 6,
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4:30 to7:30 p.m., and on Saturday, June 9 from10
a.m. to1 p.m. There will be dancing, singing, act- w
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RSVP with your child’s name, age, date and a
the time they would like to attend to Saxlover21¡aol.com. Cresskill Performing Arts, 300 f
Knickerbocker Road, #1100, Cresskill. 201-390-7513, www.cresskillperformingarts.com. c
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PARTY
973-661-9368
Include:
1 hours of skating (during public session)
Private decorated party room
Off ice party attendant
Skate rental
Invitations for party guests
Pizza and soda
Personalized Carvel ice cream cake
Favors and candy
FREE skating pass for future use
Birthday child receives FREE Ice Vault T shirt
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