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He’s back. But did he ever really leave? It seems like déjà vu, but NYC Mayor Eric Adams already has competition for his 2025 mayoral run. Patriotism and community were both on full display on Sunday, July 23, for the annual Queens Village Republican Club’s Family Fun Day Barbeque once again hosted at Alley Pond Park in Oakland Gardens.

Summer workshops are in full swing for the Couples Division of Emet Outreach. The latest installment of the monthly relationship-oriented lectures was held at the Young Israel of Jamaica Estates. A crowd comprised of newlyweds to those married for over a decade shared an eagerness to learn about the straightforward topic, “Marriage: It Doesn’t Have to Be So Tough.”

Coalition for Jewish Values (CJV), representing over 2,500 traditional, Orthodox rabbis in American public policy, welcomed Chad (Chaim) Adler to the position of Director of Development. In this office, Adler will lead strategic and practical fundraising efforts through individual giving, corporate sponsorships and foundation grants.

The Street Co-Naming Ceremony honoring Sylvia Weprin took place this past Sunday, July 30, at the northeast corner of 192^nd Street and 67^th Avenue in Fresh Meadows. Hosted by Assemblyman David Weprin and sponsored by Council Member Linda Lee, the event drew a large crowd who enjoyed the gorgeous weather as they celebrated Sylvia Weprin’s legacy. Family members present included Barry Weprin and his wife Pat, Assemblyman David Weprin and his wife Ronni, Mark Weprin, and multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who unveiled the new “Sylvia Weprin Way” street sign.

An Unforgettable Journey of Growth and Exploration

This summer, Yeshiva University proudly facilitated four remarkable programs in Israel, providing 84 undergraduate students with the opportunity of a lifetime. From immersive internships to cultural exchanges, these programs offered participants a chance to live and learn in the vibrant land of Israel. Here are some highlights of these transformative experiences that unfolded in July and August, leaving a lasting impact on all who were involved.