Torah Family Enrichment Retreat at Pearlstone Retreat & Convention Center (Baltimore, MD). Presented by Yeshiva Orchos Chaim and The Chesed Fund. Join families from Baltimore, Silver Spring, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and more for a sensational, uplifting Shabbaton. So much to gain for all types of families. Geared toward newlyweds looking to strengthen the marriage bonds, couples married 25+ years, and every shade in between. Programs on both large and small scales, gender-specific shiurim, programs for couples, Q & A sessions, a family dynamic workshop and discussions (among others). Visit www.torahfamilyretreat.com for more information. See you there! (posted 6/27; updated 6/29) Send to a friend

Rebbetzin Spetner Seminar PTI is pleased to announce that Rebbetzin Spetner, the world-renowned mechaneches, will be presenting a seminar on Chinuch Banim. The day session will be from Aug. 6-Aug. 14, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The evening session will be from July 29 - Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m. - 10:00. An alumni seminar will be offered July 29 - Aug. 5, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For more details and applications go to www.ptiweb.org You can also pick up applications in the entrance of PTI, 441 Passaic Ave. Please e-mail rspetnersemi... for more details, or call 973-928-2477. (posted 7/2) Send to a friend

Parenting Seminar - "Parenting and Personal Growth" Take an interactive journey that leads to the core of your parenting challenges - and their soutions! OHEL and Yeshiva Association of Rockland County invites parents to a 3-part parenting series entitled "Parenting and Personal Growth" led by Rabbi Doniel Frank, M.Ed., LMFT. Seminar will take place on July 22, 29, and August 5, from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. at Bais Rochel Hall, 145 Saddle River Road, Monsey. Pre-registration is required. Reserve by phone (845-425-7965) or e-mail (ohelmon...). (posted 7/8; updated 7/15) Send to a friend

Kosher Hudson Valley River Cruise Grab your friends & bid farewell to summer in style! Enjoy a relaxing 3 hour cruise with breathtaking scenic views. Full dairy (cholov yisrael) buffet includes beverages & wine. The historic M/V Commander will cruise roundtrip from the Haverstraw Marina. Log on to www.aywh.org (Dinner Cruise) for full details. (posted 7/16; updated 7/17) Send to a friend

Sun, Jul 20: R' Dovid Orlofsky! R' Dovid Orlofsky is speaking on Shiva Asur B'Tamuz, July 20th for men and women at Bas Mikrah Girls School, 381 Viola Road. Doors open at 4:30 program starts at 5:00. Topic: "Living in a World of Reality". Cost $10. Question email Brachamil... or call 845-709-7204. (posted 7/3) Send to a friend

Mon, Jul 21: An Evening Out for Women to Benefit Hasc/Gan Ezra This Monday, July 21, 7:30 P.M. at the home of Raizy Green, 9 Pine Rd off Highview, additional parking at Yeshiva Chofetz Chaim (82 Highview) Raffles your children will enjoy (Playset, trampoline, toy packages). Dairy Cafe (Smoothies, Cappucino, Salad Bar). Honoring Esther Baila Hager. Entertainment: Jamie Geller (author of "Quick and Kosher") will prepare summertime treats. Parent speaker: Rochel Tropper. MC: Rifky Singer. Looking forward to seeing you there! (posted 7/15) Send to a friend

Mon, Jul 21: UPDATE - MAPLE AVENUE, RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT This is an update on the Maple Avenue reconstruction project for the week beginning Monday July 21st. The contractor has completed removing trees in order to proceed. Next on the agenda will be removing the stumps from those trees. Most of the work that will be done during the next week will be off the roadway and will not affect motorists. Depending on circumstances, during the week of July 21st the contractor plans to start excavating parts of the sidewalk in the vicinity of Northern Metropolitan Inc. Updates will be emailed periodically to keep residents informed about the progress of this project. (posted 7/15) Send to a friend

Tue, Jul 22: Strategies for Teaching the ADHD Student OHEL presents a 3-hour seminar in which participants will learn practical strategies to facilitate more effective learning and self-control for ADHD children, as well as how to collaborate with their parents. Seminar for men will be conducted on Tuesday, July 22, 7-10 p.m., at Yeshiva of Spring Valley (230 Maple Ave, Monsey) by Rabbi Doniel Frank, M.Ed., LMFT, and Dr. Michael Steinhardt, neuropsychologist, who will present on the evaluation and treatement of ADHD. Call 845-425-7965 to reserve. (posted 6/17; updated 7/15) Send to a friend

Wed, Jul 23: Six Hour Wash & Set Sheitel Class. Save lots of time and money! Would you like to join the many satisfied customers who have learnt how to Wash and Style there own wigs and much more? NOW, YOU CAN DO IT! Expert stylist and teacher, Chani will be giving a class in Monsey next week Wednsday iy"h. Limited availability! See www.sheitel.com/news/229 or call Chani direct at 718 7ST-WIGS (778 9447) (posted 7/14) Send to a friend

Wed, Jul 23: Virtual Tour of the Bais Hamikdosh! Heaven on Earth will be offered locally at 315 N. Main Street, from 7:45pm-8:45pm, on three Wednesdays, starting on July 23, 2008. The fee is $25, which includes a beautiful student textbook. To sign up, please call 845-634-0951, or email Cha.... RSVP is a must. Many people wonder why the Western Wall is so important to Jewish people, why it is so close to our hearts, explains Rabbi Yisroel Goldberg, Director of Community Outreach at Chabad of Rockland. By helping students envision and recreate the ancient Jewish Temples, they will come away with a newfound appreciation to for its historical significance. (posted 7/16) Send to a friend

Sun, Jul 27: Kosher Gluten-free Cooking Class Great Gluten-Free Cooking for the Nine Days featuring waffles with (or without) blueberry sauce, fish cakes with homemade low-fat french fries, and cherry cheesecake for dessert. This class, for women and girls, will be held on Sunday evening, July 27th at 7:30 p.m. at 5235 Arlington Avenue in Riverdale. To register, please call 718-601-6138 or e-mail elaine10.... The fee for the class is $45. (posted 7/6) Send to a friend

Mon, Jul 28: DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE AD[H]D? AVOID READING? AN UNDER-ACHIEVER? Learn why some bright children study hard yet score poorly, why some are slow readers/take forever to do homework, conditions that mimic ADD/ADHD; AS FEATURED IN "PARENTS" MAGAZINE'S JULY ISSUE pg31 and more! Dr. Michal Luchins is giving a FREE SEMINAR @ the FAMILY VISION & LEARNING CENTER. 1 Executive Blvd Ste 105A, Suffern. Mon, July 28, 7:30-9:00 PM for PARENTS & PROFESSIONALS who work with children (educators, tutors, OTs, audiologists, social workers, psychologists, special ed teachers, reading specialists.) For more information/ to reserve a place, email: VisionAndLearning@gmail.com or call (845) 369-3235. To learn more: www.Optometrists.org/DrLuchins (posted 6/25; updated 7/6) Send to a friend

Wed, Jul 30: Alkalizing Gourmet Raw Foods Demonstration Dr & Mrs. Faiman will take you on a 3 hour journey July 30 from 11:00-2:00 into the kitchen of high quality nutrition with loads of delicious gourmet receipes designed to alkalize your blood for better health. Learn how to sprout, why people get sick, how to eat just about anything raw that taste cooked and much more. Call 845-362-2364 to register (posted 7/17) Send to a friend

Sun, Aug 3: Kupath Ezrah 12th Annual Asifa Sunday August 3, '08 Reception - 7:00 p.m. at Atrium Plaza. A Pareve buffet will be served followed by a Renowned Guest Speaker: Rabbi Avrohom Schorr Shlita. A donation of $120 or more entitles you to 2 reservations, a dedication inscription and a copy of the ArtScroll edition of "Shir HaShirim". Admission $36 per person (reservation only). Please call 426-6504 for information or reservation. For Credit Card donation call our 24hour hotline at 1-888-MITZVOS. (posted 7/15) Send to a friend