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Theaters offer autism-friendly showings

by Josh Kimball WHAT’S HAPPENING Sitting through a movie, a dinner or even taking a short jaunt to the mall can often pose a challenge to kids on the autism spectrum. And their parents? Even picnics can be no picnic. That’s why autism-touched families are happy to see the lights go up on Sensory Friendly […]

Latinos connect with their Jewish roots in Crown Heights

by Lisa Parks WHAT’S HAPPENING Crown Heights, a Jewish neighborhood in New York City, is experiencing growth from Latino families moving in from Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia and Argentina. Like many Jewish families, they’re big on traditions, only theirs include studying the Torah, keeping the Sabbath, eating salsa and keeping up with soccer scores (CNN.com 9.24.09). […]

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