Central Florida's Independent Jewish Voice
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“You are invited! We’re having an all-you-can-eat all night study and gabfest.” The email goes on to say that the occasion is Shavuot. The holiday menu will be dairy including blintzes, various cheeses, and puddings, and pastries. They’re serving pizza, too, with dozens of choices of toppings such as mushrooms, spinach, green peppers, and pineapples. No pepperoni or ham because this is an official Jewish gathering. But neither will there be meatballs or hamburger. In fact, no meat dishes...
The column name “Give a listen” was presented to me by comedian Jackie Mason and, of course, in his familiar Yiddish accent. In response to my invitation, he had shown up in a dream in which he also proceeded to expound on many of today’s controversial topics. He stayed with me the rest of the next day. Or perhaps his appearance the night before enabled me to better channel his persona. And thus I was able to deal with a number of troubling issues with a sense of humor as I imagined his voice in...
My grandmother, Ida, was a consistent nurturer and protector in my life. Since my parents did not yet have their own place when I was born, her home was my first. And because my mother had surgery and a lengthy hospital stay after my birth, Grandmom started off as my primary caregiver. Family stories have it that Grandmom placed a colorful ribbon in my baby carriage and stroller to ward off evil spirits. As whenever anyone remarked “what a beautiful child” or “look at those dimples!” she wou...
Heritage introduces a new columnist, Steven Cardonick. We hope you will enjoy his twice-a-month column. Steven Cardonick is a veteran lounge singer, impressionist, and stand-up comedian. He took his love of singing and passion for Jewish identity to a storefront Fort Lauderdale synagogue where he was welcomed as a cantor. Then came an invitation to study for the rabbinate and ordination in 2002. His writing experience naturally includes that of his stage shows but also regular columns for...
