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Forward A 91-year-old Jewish comedian walked into a pub — and out with my heart 3 Oct
At 91, Dyan Forest, formerly Diana Schulman, captivates audiences with her unique blend of humor and music. As the world's oldest working female comedian, he...
3 Oct
Forward On a tour of Hasidic Brooklyn, this rabbi doesn't have all the answers — but he knows who does 9 Aug
In this captivating narrative, Clara Shapiro recounts her immersive experience on a guided tour of Hasidic Crown Heights in Brooklyn, led by Rabbi Mayer Frie...
9 Aug
Forward 21-year-old solitary Jewish female (me) seeks human contact at 'The Jewish Dating Game' 1 Aug
"The Jewish Dating Game" offers a playful approach to modern Jewish matchmaking reminiscent of the 1960s TV show "The Dating Game." Held monthly at Caveat Th...
1 Aug
Forward 'If Yiddish isn't safe at Brandeis, where is it safe?' 11 Jul
Brandeis University, a historically Jewish institution known for its strong Jewish studies, is set to suspend its Yiddish program due to financial concerns a...
11 Jul
Forward Can a kinky new Yiddish musical resurrect a lost art — and one man who got spanked to death? 5 Jul
"The Feast of the Seven Sinners," a new Yiddish musical performed at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan, delves into themes of rebellion, vice, and tradition wit...
5 Jul
Forward Comedian Josh Gondelman is hilarious, but not disgusting 30 Jun
Josh Gondelman, a comedian known for his earnest and non-disgusting humor, has released a new comedy special, "Positive Reinforcement," on YouTube. The Bosto...
30 Jun
Forward Like Jews of yore, huddled masses gather upon an island, yearning to breathe free and eat good food 27 Jun
In a vibrant gathering reminiscent of past Jewish journeys, The Great Nosh event on Governors Island celebrates Jewish fusion cuisine with inventive dishes l...
27 Jun
Forward In gentrified Manhattan, one Jewish luncheonette strives to keep the faith (except for the bacon part) 21 Jun
S&P, a historic Jewish luncheonette in Manhattan, has managed to maintain its authentic charm and character amidst the ongoing gentrification of the area. Or...
21 Jun
Forward Travels to 'the sixth borough' — a brief history of New York City mayors visiting Israel 11 Jun
New York City mayors have traditionally visited Israel, a practice initiated by William O'Dwyer in 1951 to strengthen ties with the Jewish community and Isra...
11 Jun
Forward That time Yiddishists met extraterrestrials a short while ago in a galaxy not far away 7 Jun
Clara Shapiro reflects on her surreal summer experience at the Steiner Program, where a group of eclectic students immersed themselves in Yiddish language an...
7 Jun