Monthly Archives: July 2026

SEEING THE UNSEEN: EMBRACING INVISIBLE DISABILITY IN OUR FJMC MEN’S CLUBS AND IN OUR COMMUNITY

By Steven Mandel “Do not judge your fellow until you have stood in his place “ – Pirkei Avot Michael rarely misses a Shabbat Service or Men’s Club breakfast. He enjoys conversations but sometimes withdraws from noisy gatherings. Unknown to most members, he has significant hearing loss. Some people feel that he is aloof or […]

BEYOND THE HALL OF FAME: A WEEKEND IN COOPERSTOWN

By Steven Mandel MD Cooperstown is a perfect weekend, or longer, getaway for families. In addition to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, there is beautiful scenery, an outstanding museum, word class music, great accommodations and family friendly activities. 3 ½ to 4 ½ hours from NY. The National Baseball Hall of Fame preserves and […]