The Haggadah Is Judaism’s Original Remix
Every Haggadah retells the Exodus, but each one also preserves family memory: children’s questions, recipes, songs, and customs passed down l’dor v’dor.
Lisa Dashman
“My Name Was Changed at Ellis Island” – and Other Jewish Surname Myths
Did Ellis Island really change Jewish names? This post explores three common Jewish surname myths and offers practical ways to research surname origins, spelling variants, and name changes in your family history.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day: From Numbers to Names
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day (Jan 27), LDVDF invites you to remember in a Jewish way—zakhor: speak a name, light a candle, preserve a story, and take one small step toward your Jewish family history.