So how did I get here? I mean wind up as a Jewish Cantor? A Hazzan and full member of the Jewish clergy. I wasn’t born to it. Nope. I was raised in the most secular of Skokie homes. Sunday School, not Hebrew school (parental units though that would be …
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Book Review: ‘The Popol Vuh’ – Michael Bazzett
'The Popol Vuh' as translated by Michael Bazzett is an extraordinary work that belongs on the shelves of all folk interested in The Classics.
Read More »Film Review: ‘The Golem’
This atmospheric retelling of the Jewish legend gives viewers much to think about.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Buddhism for Busy People: Finding Happiness in a Hurried World’ by David Michie
'Buddhism for Busy People' by David Michie explores the tenets and practices of Buddhism and how they can be used to deal with the "grinding dissatisfaction" may encounter in modern life
Read More »Book Review: ‘Assassin’s Creed: Heresy,’ Historical Fiction by Christie Golden
In 'Assassin's Creed: Heresy' by Christie Golden we are taken into the past in the most interesting of ways. Using technology to connect both the past and present, Golden gives us a riveting story behind the legend of Joan of Arc.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Heart to Heart Journey with God’ by Michael Bluemling, Jr.
New book, Heart to Heart Journey with God by Michael Bluemling Jr., encourages daily conversation with god through journaling.
Read More »Entering into the Jewish High Holy Days with New Eyes (and Ears)
Rosh Hashanna and Yom Kippur are almost upon us. How do we make the long hours in synagogue services during the High Holy Days more meaningful?
Read More »Book Review: ‘Kick: The True Story of JFK’s Sister and the Heir to Chatsworth,’ a Biography by Paula Byrne
'In Kick: The True Story of JFK's Sister and the Heir to Chatsworth' by Paula Byrne we ware taken into the lives once more of the dynamics and tragedies of a family that will intrigue generations to come, and who have left such and indelible mark on history.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Memory of Us,’ A Novel by Camille Di Maio
In 'The Memory of Us' by Camille Di Maio, we are introduced to Julianne Westcott, the only child of a wealthy family. She lives a dream life of money, gowns, and dances, as well as young men wanting to escort her about town. When she uncovers a secret within her family her life changes in more ways then she can understand. With war on the horizon, will she survive to find the answers to her life.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Reviews: ‘Kill All Politicians’ and ‘Washed in the Blood’
Tom Yungerberg's dark comedy and Joshua Crone's sobering drama made their impressive debuts at the Fringe.
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