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Surviving a Chicago Winter: Share Knowledge and Warmth!

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Not all Chicagoland people are natives, and they may not realize what we were born knowing: how to stay warm this winter. Share these tips for surviving Chicago’s Winter 2017 with your neighbors/newcomers, and remember to follow them yourself! Cover feet/hands, wrists/ankles: Thin, cloth gloves are great as your layer under thick, waterproof gloves. Cover…
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Masking Your Identity on Purim

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On the holiday of Purim, it is customary to dress in costume to celebrate the victory of the Jews in ancient Persia. Wearing costumes represents how the miracle of Purim was disguised in other events, and helps preserve the dignity of the poor who ask for charity on this holiday. The Story of Purim In…
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Discovering Your Roots…Before It’s Too Late

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Richard Bach said, “The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life.” One of the ways you can respect your elders, your family, and yourself is by discovering the paths your family followed throughout the ages. Your Greatest Information Resource: Elders You have…
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