Baltimore, MD – Feb. 13, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Halina Schwartz, a’h, mother of Rivky (David) Stern.
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Baltimore, MD – Feb. 13, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Eliezer Krawatsky and Faigy Eisenberg on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to Shmuel & Shira Krawatsky and Akiva & Rivky Esinberg
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
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Baltimore County, MD – Feb. 13, 2026 – Baltimore County officials clarified that trash and recycling will be collected on Presidents Day this Monday, Feb. 16, correcting earlier information that suggested a holiday slide schedule. Correction notices were mailed to residents this week to address the error.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 13, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Avigdor Tendler and Leeba Cohen on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to Eliyahu & Sara Nechama Tendler and Sholom & Yocheved Cohen
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
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Baltimore, MD - Feb. 6, 2026 - Aging is not an ending — it’s an invitation to grow, connect, and be inspired. Retired & Inspired is a biweekly senior women’s group created for high-level, vibrant women who are ready to invest in themselves, build meaningful friendships, and continue learning in a warm, supportive environment.
Designed especially for older seniors who value both stimulation and social connection, Retired & Inspired offers a rich blend of inspiration, education, movement, and joy. Each biweekly gathering includes engaging activities, light exercise, thought-provoking discussions, and inspirational speakers who uplift and energize. Our sessions are intentionally structured to nurture the mind, body, and soul. In addition, every meeting includes a ho...
One of the Torah’s fundamental principles, cited in Parshas Mishpatim, is the concept of eyen tachas eyen, shayn tachas sheyn – that the Torah ascribes punishments on a mida k’neged midah basis. Nevertheless, within this framework, we understand that the Torah does not literally call for blinding one who blinds or cutting off the arm of one who steals, rather monetary damages are paid to the victim of a crime by the perpetrator. This doctrine is consistent with the Torah’s approach to the Eved Ivri. (21:2) There are two ways in which a person can become an Eved Ivri. Either, one chooses to sell himself so as to eliminate the burden of supporting himself for a period of time or Bais Din may sell someone into avdus if they steal and are unable ...
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 13, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Simcha and Tehila Loewenthal on the birth of a daughter.
Mazel tov to grandparents Mr. Abe and Judge Michele Loewenthal
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
In the Torah's first foray in presenting the details of its intricate system of law, in this case the gamut of civil law, it uses an expression rarely used when instructing Moshe to transmit Torah to the people.
And these are the ordinances that you shall, שימה לפניהם — place before them. (שמות כא א)
Ordinarily G-d would direct Moshe to 'speak' to them; 'say' to them; 'teach' them; each describing a mode of expression through verbal conveyance.
What is indicated in this simply 'placing' it in front of them?
Is it merely 'up for grabs'?
Rashi quoting the Mechilta addresses this unusual usage and reveals that the Torah is directing Moshe how to present the material he was to transmit.
The Holy One, blessed is...
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 11, 2026 - This week when I walked into the grocery store to do my regular weekly shopping, I was immediately assailed with colors, masks, and displays of candy in preparation for the next Chag comin’ right up. You know it; Purim is around the corner. As it is still Chodesh Shevat, I better get those thoughts percolating in my head and onto print before this month is over! Here goes.
Recently, a classmate posted on our class WhatsApp chat the yartzeit of our beloved Bais Yaakov high school principal Rabbi Binyomin Steinberg, ztl. This year commemorated the 35th yartzeit. Wow. “Where did time go,” I am thinking more often these days. For us old-time Baltimoreans, I don’t need to explain who he was. For those who did not g...
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 12, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Gavi and Shayna Sragow on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov to grandparents Ari & Shoshana Lerner
Mazel Tov to great-grandparents Rabbi Dr. & Mrs. Ivan and Arleeta Lerner and Morton and Carole Pancer
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 11, 2026 - Explore the latest issue of Baltimore Jewish Home.Click on the graphic below:
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 12, 2026 – Members of the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crash Team are investigating a fatal multi-vehicle collision that occurred near Old Court Road and Harden Lane (21208).
At approximately 7:30 a.m., officers responded to reports of a crash involving multiple vehicles. Investigators determined that a 2016 Nissan Rogue traveling westbound on Old Court Road crossed the center lane and collided with a 2018 Audi Q5 traveling in the opposite direction.
The driver and a juvenile passenger in the Nissan were transported to an area hospital. The driver, identified as 31-year-old Sydney Jones, was pronounced deceased. The driver of the Audi was also taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 12, 2026 – 4:32PM (BJL) A five-car accident with numerous injuries has been reported on I-695 East between Exits 30 and 31, causing traffic to back up for at least five miles. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as emergency crews respond.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 12, 2026 – 8:30AM (BJL) The Western Run bridge at Clarks Lane is currently closed due to snow removal operations
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 12, 2026 – 8:08 AM (BJL) An accident on Old Court Road on the way to TA has Old Court Road blocked off between Naylors Lane and the 7-Eleven at Greenwood Road, with all lanes closed in both directions.
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 11, 2026 - I believe that our library system is fantastic and should host a wide variety of books and materials. I do not support book bans. When I learned about this children's book, I shared my concerns with Board members that the term mentioned is interpreted as advocating violence by the vast majority of the Jewish community. I don't pretend to speak for the entire community, so I will speak for myself by sharing my concerns with BCPL. If you are interested in sharing your concerns about this children's book that is in the Baltimore County Public Library, please complete this form and email or send them in. Or you can ask for a branch manager and speak with them directly.If returning form by mail or e-mail, please send to:
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