Community Corner

Touro University’s computer science program was ranked #17 in TechGuide’s Best Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science Programs for 2025, up 7 points from its #24 ranking in 2024. The list highlights colleges and universities that excel in providing educational opportunities and training for today’s students interested in pursuing this high-demand career.

On Sunday, May 4, the Kew Gardens Synagogue filled with community members for a presentation by Chayim Aruchim, an organization dedicated to guiding Torah-observant families through the complex challenges of end-of-life medical care.

New York, NY - As Jewish American Heritage Month came to a close this May, New York City delivered an unforgettable statement of Jewish pride, strength, and unity against the backdrop of a global rise in antisemitism. The weekend of May 18–19 was nothing short of historic—culminating in the vibrant 2025 Israel Day Parade and a pair of high-profile conferences that brought world leaders, cultural icons, and grassroots activists together in support of Israel and the global Jewish community.

On Monday night, May 12, Rabbi Mashiach Kelaty, a well-known speaker, delivered a shiur at the Beth Gavriel Center, hosted by Chazaq.

A community garden in Ridgewood that was developed two years ago has now been told to leave due to exclusionary practices – part of a neighborhood spillover of the war in Gaza.