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by Ron Duncan Hart The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, located in the Negev, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for its “groundbreaking work in the fields of dialogue and diplomacy, climate engagement, education, and research.” The Executive Director of the Institute, Dr. Tareq Abu Hamed, an Arab
Diane Joy Schmidt
by Diane Joy Schmidt The great disruptor mocks perfection and introduces disorder into creation. When I swung open the back door to let the dogs out late at night, cold rushed in around my ankles. Bright stars glittered through the cottonwoods. The quarter-moon was up, dancing its way across the
Traveling while Jewish
By Michael Wald photos by Michael Wald Are there Jews in Panama? Let’s take a first-hand look. I served two years as a Peace Corps volunteer with my wife, Jackie, in Panama from 2008 to 2010. We were stationed in the remote city of Santiago about four hours by
Food
by Diane Joy Schmidt Coming up to Shavuot this year, we asked the community for blintz recipes. Since none arrived, I offer mine. This is the recipe from a family cookbook my sisters Barbara, Janet and I made for my mother's birthday. Putting together the cookbook was Barbara&
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“Nature Heals” program by the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel provides eco-therapy experiences that help restore the soul by Rachel Canar, Executive Director of Nature Israel Each Spring, we are reminded that life returns even after the dark and cold winter. Life always finds a way to
Op-ed
by Diane Joy Schmidt April 13, 2024 The dangers of a conflagration engulfing the Middle East are high. A thoughtful approach to the annual Passover Seder is critical now. The first night of Passover this year is April 22nd, when the first Seder is held. The Passover Seder retells the