by Danielle Altonaga | Jun 26, 2025 | Danielle Altonaga, Korach, Weekly Parsha
Has this ever happened to you? You think everything’s ok, and suddenly you’re caught up in a confrontation! It’s like a punch to the gut. In this week’s Torah portion, Moses is challenged by his cousin, Korach. Korach approaches Moses in a clear confrontation, along...
by Danielle Altonaga | May 16, 2025 | Danielle Altonaga, Emor, Weekly Parsha
When I was in grade 6, I was delighted to be accepted into a special arts program for grades 7 and 8. In addition to the unique classes, we had the privilege of going on exciting field trips, such as to the theatre, the orchestra, and art exhibits. We got to...
by Danielle Altonaga | Mar 6, 2025 | Danielle Altonaga, Tetzaveh, Uncategorized, Weekly Parsha
We all remember the unprecedented year of 2020. Many people who typically worked in offices began working from home. Zoom meetings may have included pyjama pants, family members, pets and the whir of your roommate’s blender in the background… In our...
by Danielle Altonaga | Jan 30, 2025 | Danielle Altonaga, Weekly Parsha
I’ve always held warm memories of my childhood Passover Seders. My family would drive to New York before the holiday, and grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins gathered at a big table. My Bubby’s homemade matzah balls, lots of singing and laughter, and that sense...
by Danielle Altonaga | Dec 26, 2024 | Chanukah, Danielle Altonaga
L’ilui Nishmas Avraham ben Chaim Reuven By: Danielle Altonaga and Adam Miller We are all familiar with the famous Chanukah story. There was only enough oil to last for one day, yet it lasted for eight – the Chanukah Miracle! But wait, why do...
