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Celebrating the High Holidays during the pandemic

When the novel coronavirus swept across the globe in the weeks before Passover, there was a frenzied panic as we prepared to celebrate the holiday alone, physically distant from our extended family … more

By Chaim Blachman | 9/16/20

Modifying Holiday Celebrations for Loved Ones with Dementia

Picture-perfect parties, over-the-top decorations, loud and crowded family gatherings and the biggest and best gifts –Hollywood’s depiction of the holidays sets the bar high for … more

By Kathleen Biggs, CTRS | 12/23/19

Muslim students and parents petitioned the Sewanhaka Board of Education to include the Eid holidays on the calendar next year. They were supported by the Rev. Danilo Archbold, pastor of New Jerusalem Pentecostal Church in Elmont, fourth from right.

Muslims seek days off for holidays

Farhana Islam, a Sewanhaka School District parent, choked up when recounting to the Board of Education on Nov. 26 how she felt hearing Muslim students describe how frustrated they are that they must … more

By Melissa Koenig | 12/5/19

MSSN Poll: Holidays bring on most stress for women under 50

If the holiday season approaches, but you’re not feeling very holly-jolly, you’re not alone. Forty-six percent of New York metro area residents have high or very high levels of holiday-induced stress, according to a new “Truth in Medicine” poll conducted by Mount Sinai South Nassau. By comparison, only 31 percent are very highly or highly stressed during non-holiday periods. more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 11/28/19

Sweet moments in the kitchen

Get set to welcome the holidays with a festive cookie swap. more

By Karen Bloom | 11/22/19

Female congregants, prepared to pray at Valley Stream’s Masjid Hamza on June 4, which was Eid al-Fitr, one of the holiest days on the Muslim lunar calendar.

Valley Stream, Elmont Islamic communities celebrate Eid al-Fitr

Thousands of Valley Stream and Elmont residents gathered at Masjid Hamza on June 4 to celebrate the end of Ramadan, the holy month in which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Aziz Khan, a … more

By Ronny Reyes | 6/14/19

Beverly Fortune, center, with Aimee Holtzman; founder of Rock CAN Roll, Inc. and Sara Anne Fingerman; marketing director of the Dover Group.

Holiday event celebrates notable women, re-launch of Fortune 52 column

Herald Community Newspapers hosted a re-launch party for the Fortune 52 column, written by Beverly Fortune, at a networking event at The Loft By Bridgeview in Island Park on Dec. 12. The waterfront venue was alive with cheerful chatter as over 150 guests networked and shopped at the ladies’ “Holiday Night Out.” more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 12/20/18

Six Tips for Creating a Memorable Holiday for Loved Ones with Dementia

The holidays are a time of celebration for many, but when a loved one is struggling with dementia, memories of times gone by can make gatherings bittersweet. Adjusting expectations and embracing new … more

By Kathleen Biggs, CTRS Assistant Director, Therapeutic Recreation Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | 12/14/18

Bring friends and family together for a fun festive fete.

In the holiday kitchen

Nothing says “love” like fresh baked cookies and treats. The gift of homemade goodness is always welcome during the holiday season. more

By Karen Bloom | 11/29/18

Rack of lamb is an ideal centerpiece for a festive meal. Try it topped with a pesto, which gives roasted lamb terrific flavor.

On the springtime holiday table

Spring holidays are an opportunity to move away from hearty cold weather foods and enjoy the start of seasonal bounty. more

By Karen Bloom | 3/29/18

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