A #Passover marketing idea dreamt up in 1932 by a coffee corporation and a Jewish advertising executive went on to become one of the most popular and influential haggadahs in America.
#Passover #Jewish #History @histodons #Jewstodon
An ad for Maxwell House coffee, themed for Passover 
Hightstown, New Jersey. Jewish-American farm mother, Mrs. Cohen, wife of the farm manager
#Hightstown #NewJersey #Jewish-American #Cohen #American #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![This image is a black and white photograph depicting an adult woman. She appears to be of Jewish-American descent, as indicated by the caption referring to her in that context.
The subject has medium-length hair parted on one side and styled loosely around her face. Her expression seems contemplative or thoughtful, with a slight smile. The eyes are slightly narrowed, indicating deep thoughtfulness or perhaps she is closing them for an internal moment of reflection.
She's wearing what looks like a short-sleeved blouse featuring large circular motifs that could be interpreted as leaves; they're repeated in various sizes across the fabric and create a somewhat abstract pattern against her dark-colored shirt. The garment has buttons down the front, visible at least through partway up on each sleeve where it is cut.
The background of this photo is nondescript but appears to be outdoors due to hints of lightness or brightness behind her shoulders which could suggest an overcast sky or a neutral outdoor backdrop.
This photograph seems like historical documentation possibly from around the early 20th century given its composition style and lack of color, suggesting it might have been taken during a time when photography was not yet fully integrated into everyday life. The woman's attire is modest but also shows some fashion trends indicative of that era. It may carry social or cultural context which could be valuable for his [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/344/531/741/448/314/original/6db8cd59f29af61b.jpeg "This image is a black and white photograph depicting an adult woman. She appears to be of Jewish-American descent, as indicated by the caption referring to her in that context.
The subject has medium-length hair parted on one side and styled loosely around her face. Her expression seems contemplative or thoughtful, with a slight smile. The eyes are slightly narrowed, indicating deep thoughtfulness or perhaps she is closing them for an internal moment of reflection.
She's wearing what looks like a short-sleeved blouse featuring large circular motifs that could be interpreted as leaves; they're repeated in various sizes across the fabric and create a somewhat abstract pattern against her dark-colored shirt. The garment has buttons down the front, visible at least through partway up on each sleeve where it is cut.
The background of this photo is nondescript but appears to be outdoors due to hints of lightness or brightness behind her shoulders which could suggest an overcast sky or a neutral outdoor backdrop.
This photograph seems like historical documentation possibly from around the early 20th century given its composition style and lack of color, suggesting it might have been taken during a time when photography was not yet fully integrated into everyday life. The woman's attire is modest but also shows some fashion trends indicative of that era. It may carry social or cultural context which could be valuable for his [...]")
Hightstown, New Jersey. Jewish-American farm mother, Mrs. Cohen, wife of the farm manager
#Hightstown #NewJersey #Jewish-American #Cohen #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an individual standing in what appears to be a field of crops, likely wheat or barley. The person is wearing a short-sleeved dress adorned with large floral patterns, primarily composed of dark colors interspersed with lighter shades.
They have their arms crossed over the chest, one hand resting on the chin, which suggests deep thought or contemplation. Their expression appears to be serene and reflective rather than joyful. It's important to note that there is text at the top right corner; however, it seems to belong to a separate context as it doesn't appear relevant in this setting.
There are no discernible background elements beyond the field extending into the distance under an overcast sky. The photo captures a moment of quiet introspection or decision-making for someone who could be identified by their attire and posture within the agricultural sector, potentially hinting at rural life during mid-20th century America.
The provided information indicates that this image is associated with Jewish-American farm mother Mrs. Cohen from Hightstown, New Jersey, possibly taken in 1936 as indicated on a sticker visible near the bottom of the photograph. This historical context adds significant depth to understanding who and what might be captured within these visual confines.
The photo's age suggests it could have been part of a larger collection documenting rural life [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/343/568/331/345/343/original/1cd6a3018060893b.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting an individual standing in what appears to be a field of crops, likely wheat or barley. The person is wearing a short-sleeved dress adorned with large floral patterns, primarily composed of dark colors interspersed with lighter shades.
They have their arms crossed over the chest, one hand resting on the chin, which suggests deep thought or contemplation. Their expression appears to be serene and reflective rather than joyful. It's important to note that there is text at the top right corner; however, it seems to belong to a separate context as it doesn't appear relevant in this setting.
There are no discernible background elements beyond the field extending into the distance under an overcast sky. The photo captures a moment of quiet introspection or decision-making for someone who could be identified by their attire and posture within the agricultural sector, potentially hinting at rural life during mid-20th century America.
The provided information indicates that this image is associated with Jewish-American farm mother Mrs. Cohen from Hightstown, New Jersey, possibly taken in 1936 as indicated on a sticker visible near the bottom of the photograph. This historical context adds significant depth to understanding who and what might be captured within these visual confines.
The photo's age suggests it could have been part of a larger collection documenting rural life [...]")
Seder!
One of our London members is organising a potluck seder on Tuesday. Short on notice but long on community!
If you haven’t been before to anything we’ve run, this would be a fun first event.
Bring a small vegan dish to share, and find fellowship and Matzo with queer and leftist Jews.
We do not have the ability to reheat food (there is a tea kettle however). Please note that we will use grape juice only at this event.
Late arrival is ok. We ask that everyone follow our code of conduct.
If you have not been before, please book.
(All of our events are listed in our Calendar, which you can sync to your phone or device.)
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According to Rashi, the Plague of Frogs during Passover "was only one frog, but when they struck at it, it was split into many swarms."
So if you want a biblically accurate Seder, I suggest you get a frog piñata and fill it with frog shaped candies.
Holy shit: someone tried to burn down the #Pennsylvaia governor’s residence overnight while #JoshShapiro and his family were asleep. Shapiro and his family, who are #Jewish, had just celebrated #Passover there.
#Philadelphia #Inquirer gift link.
Arsonist set fire to Pa. governor’s mansion during Passover causing ‘significant damage’
The Governor of Pennsylvania’s Official Residence was set on fire by an arsonist. The Governor, Josh Shapiro, is Jewish and this happened during Passover.
This is truly disgusting.
#USPol #Arson #PA #Pesach #Jewish #assassination
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18ufFJcCeK/?mibextid=wwXIfr
#freepalestine protest around the world made the false assumption that Hamas could never be #terrorists and to hell with the #unitedstates #terrorist designation.
This was the fundamental error and blatant ignorance of #Gaza protest.
A true #falseflag, showing zero respect for anyone who would question the attacks on a #Jewish #music #festival with fucking hand gliders.
#newsrewind
#election2026
#2026election
This is as #Jewish as I get, folks. Live it up. 
True story: one of the first comics I ever drew as a kid was "Santa Flies Over a Jewish Neighborhood" and it was all anti-aircraft fire and dead reindeer hanging in the traces. I can still see Santa gritting his teeth, his beard whipping in the wind, as he whips the reindeer onward.
Accepted applicant for resettlement on the Hightstown project. Jewish-American. This man is already employed on the project as carpenter, working on the nearly completed first unit of thirty-five houses. He says, "Will we succeed? Any people who will go through what we did--any people with such patience--will succeed"
#Hightstown #Jewish-American #first #HightstownProject #American #Jewish #WorldWarII #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![The image is a black and white photograph of an older man with curly hair wearing glasses. He has antlers attached to his head, which suggests he might be in costume or participating in some sort of playful activity or celebration. The man appears somewhat disheveled, as if he may have been caught off guard while engaged in work.
He is sitting on a windowsill and holding what looks like a tool in his right hand, possibly indicating that he works with tools regularly. He wears an apron over casual clothing which could suggest manual labor or craftsmanship of some sort. His expression seems to convey concern or worry as if something important has come up. A button badge is attached on the front of his apron displaying what appears to be a number "296" and text that reads 'Jewish Community Service'. This suggests he may have been part of an organized group during this time.
The window behind him shows trees outside, indicating it might be daytime in a residential area. The photo has some visible defects such as scratches on the glass which could mean age or wear from handling over time.
Based on the context provided and visual cues within the image, one can infer that he is likely employed at an organization related to Jewish Community Service possibly working with carpentry given his attire and tool in hand for a project called "Hightstown Project" focusing on resettlement. The presence of antlers adds an element of inform [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/319/082/882/980/897/original/b889da186922af41.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph of an older man with curly hair wearing glasses. He has antlers attached to his head, which suggests he might be in costume or participating in some sort of playful activity or celebration. The man appears somewhat disheveled, as if he may have been caught off guard while engaged in work.
He is sitting on a windowsill and holding what looks like a tool in his right hand, possibly indicating that he works with tools regularly. He wears an apron over casual clothing which could suggest manual labor or craftsmanship of some sort. His expression seems to convey concern or worry as if something important has come up. A button badge is attached on the front of his apron displaying what appears to be a number \"296\" and text that reads 'Jewish Community Service'. This suggests he may have been part of an organized group during this time.
The window behind him shows trees outside, indicating it might be daytime in a residential area. The photo has some visible defects such as scratches on the glass which could mean age or wear from handling over time.
Based on the context provided and visual cues within the image, one can infer that he is likely employed at an organization related to Jewish Community Service possibly working with carpentry given his attire and tool in hand for a project called \"Hightstown Project\" focusing on resettlement. The presence of antlers adds an element of inform [...]")
Shalom! I'm Chaya, a Jewish transfem weaving my identities into a rich tapestry. I am a poetess, writing about Jewish and trans joy, resilience, and anger.
I was born in Israel, but my family relocated to Montreal when I was a child, and I've spent most of my life in the diaspora—first in Montreal, then Brooklyn, Savannah, and now back in Montreal.
I enjoy cooking, reading, writing, tabletop RPGs, learning Torah, and working with computers. I'm currently planning a small queer-friendly community where Jews like me can gather, celebrate and practice our traditions, and also study and learn together.
I care deeply about many social causes, particularly transfeminism, the fight against antisemitism, and dismantling oppressive systems. I believe in mutual aid, community solidarity, and resisting all forms of hierarchy that harm the most vulnerable.
I'm pleased to be here!
Six13 - PSVR. (a Passover adaptation of "APT." by Bruno Mars and Rosé)
This is a great piece by my #CSUChico colleague Eran Zelnik, writing to #FBI director Kash Patel about being Israeli-born, pro-#Palestinian, and a naturalized American #Jewish historian:
"I’ve called the #Gaza war a genocide and spoken in favor of sanctions on #Israel. I was also in the #IDF. I ask the FBI: should you arrest me?"
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/apr/10/jewish-israeli-gaza-trump-protest-fascism
Get this in time for Passover!
Our Macho Matzoh Matzoh Man design is perfect for Passover! Wear it to the Seder! Your Bubbe will be kvelling at your great taste, and everyone will be singing Macho Man all night too!
Other products/colors/Jewish and Yiddish designs
I'm working on an original translation of the Bible. My goal is to let the words of scripture guide my translation rather than reading a favored theology into the text. As the saying goes, "Where the Bible speaks, we speak, where it is silent, we are silent." In addition to being a formal equivalence, I try to preserve original idioms (with clarification in the footnotes), poetic and metaphorical language, and distinct synonyms (ie. land/ground/dust) where possible.
The text is available under a Creative Commons license. And it is available at a website, and as an ebook, though it is still incomplete.
Please support my translation work:
https://ko-fi.com/wltbible
https://wlt.ct.ws
Today In Labor History April 7, 1870: German-Jewish anarchist and pacifist, Gustav Landauer, was born. He was friends with, and influenced, the Jewish philosopher Martin Buber. He served as the Commissioner of Enlightenment and Public Instruction during the short-lived Bavarian Soviet Republic, during the German Revolution of 1918–1919, but was killed when the republic was overthrown. He was also the grandfather of film director, Mike Nichols (The Odd Couple, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf and The Graduate).
Save the Date - Harif UK:
This film is being shown for the first time in the UK and is based on the true story of Ziko, a nine-year-old orphan from Salonica.
A group of Greek Jews from Volos are sheltering on the Pelion mountain. A Nazi SS Unit intent on deporting the Jews to Auschwitz arrives to set up their headquarters. They demand to be billeted with the group.
The film will be followed by a Q&A with the director, Rami Kimchi.
Tickets £16.50, plus £2 booking fee and £1.50 security charge. To book, click here: https://www.jw3.org.uk/book/857415
Which charoset do you prefer?
