The New York Public Library's Jewish Division, Dorot, has digitized select materials from its archives as part of its 125th-anniversary celebration, showcasing 800 years of Jewish history.

Recent social media posts have falsely claimed that the closure of New York Public Libraries on Sundays is due to funding cuts for Israel.

The author reflects on her childhood experiences during Simchat Torah, where she felt a connection to God, perceiving His presence as she looked into the aron.