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Have an Epic Tie Dye Summer Party
You may have tie dyed as a kid in craft, and now it’s time for your own kids to enjoy this fun project. It’s a perfect summer outdoor activity. The tie dye trend is back and bigger than ever! It’s an...
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Crafts Save the Day
The days are long and hot. The kids are bored. It’s time to bring out the crafts! Here are some of our favorite crafts for kids – with the ages we recommend for them to be able to play independently....
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How to Prepare the Most Gorgeous Ever Salmon Crudo Salad
Update your salmon course and go crudo. It’s pleasing to the eye, delicious, and healthy. your fish course will never be the same. Eating fish crudo (Italian for “raw”) always scared me. Would I like...
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21 Reasons Why We Need Mashiach
During these three weeks of pain, there’s three weeks of reasons. Deep into the summer routine, we take a break from our regular programming to tend to the business of mourning our long lost Beis...
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Make the Fascinating City of Prague Your Next European Stop
A trip to the beautiful city of Prague is like a jump back into Jewish history. The next European city we’re going to explore is Prague – best known for its beer and the old city. In the 14th century...
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Basics: How to Cook Quinoa
Learn the way to cook this ancient grain for the best possible results. Some people love it, some people hate it. But if you prepare it correctly (and use it in one of the great recipes linked...
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It’s a Time of Mourning. But what if I don’t feel sad about the churban?
How to realize what we’re missing…and genuinely cry. The pool is closed, music speakers are stowed away, and meat is off the menu. In camp, our daughters chant, “The Nine Days, a time of tzarah; we...
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What to Watch on Tisha B’av
UPDATED 2019: Links are updated with this year’s videos and new ones are added. Have a meaningful fast. -BCP You’re home with the kids, but you’re still thirsty for inspiration. Make the day meaningful...
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There’s Tons to Do in the Lake George Area
Planning time in Lake George with family? From nature to adventure to history, there’s tons to do and experience. When I mentioned my vacation plans to my friends, they were all surprised. “You plan...
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Top 10 *Tried & True* AliExpress Picks for Kids – Fall/Winter Season
Want to be sure that the items you order on AliExpress will actually work? Since AliExpress first launched 9 years ago, the folks at AliPicks have been big fans, sharing their finds with everyone on...
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The Secret to a Juicy Grilled Chicken Burger (This One Won’t Come Out Dry!)
Do you avoid grilling chicken breast, especially those chicken burgers, even though you know they’re a healthier option? Chicken Burgers are a great healthy option to add to the grilling menu....
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It’s Our Anniversary! And We’re Giving Away 10 Swag Bags to You!
It’s just a little gift to celebrate 3 years of Between Carpools. This summer marks the 3 year anniversary of the launch of Between Carpools…and we want to celebrate with you! It’s only because of you,...
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Deals We Love: The Coolest Backpacks!
Like it or not, we’re heading into back to school season! Time to start getting ready and, of course, on top of the list is an awesome backpack. (And BCP Readers exclusively get 10% off these really...
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This is the Easiest, Quickest, and Coolest Way to Send a Gift
The Simcha App is so cool and swift, and will save you tons of time when it’s time to share in a simcha! At the same time that I sat down to write up this post, I received a text message from a friend...
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Forget Puff Pastry. The Best Hot Dogs are Wrapped in Challah Dough.
Who needs a bun when you can have challah dogs? Are you still wrapping your frank n’ blanks in puff pastry? That’s really passe. And now, maybe so is the bun. The best hot dogs come wrapped in challah...
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How to Pack a Diaper Bag
Are you always forgetting one essential or another that your baby needs (they need a lot of stuff!)? Here’s a trick for remembering the details. Shortly after my oldest son was born, I remember...
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What to Do When You’re in L.A.
Planning a trip to the West Coast? There’s lots of sun and lots of fun ways to fill your days. California is one of the most beautiful states. With its perfectly warm weather, sandy beaches and sunny...
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These are the School Supplies That Teens Love
They’re functional and they’re easy and fun to use. These school supply picks are simply better. Notebooks: Kokuyo Campus These thin and sleek Japanese notebooks are really easy to use and they’re...
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9×13 Life: Make General Tso’s Chicken in a Disposable Pan
This Chinese classic usually cooks on the stovetop. But we made it in the oven in a 9×13 pan. Here’s how. When Rivky Kleiman shared this recipe for General Tso’s Chicken from Simply Gourmet with us,...
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Why I Buy This Cheap Vacuum Every Four Years
Vacuum cleaners can be a pain to repair. Now, what if I said you’ll never have to worry about that again? One day before Pesach, I was in Evergreen Supermarket on the south side of Lakewood, when I...
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