Is Turkey Kosher?

Yasher koach to Rabbi Prince, Rabbi Glasser and HEC for sending us into the long weekend with a Torah perspective on the holiday.  With that in mind, check out some of Why-aanot's greatest Thanksgiving hits, including this article, a link to the New York Times, and a great post from Mrs. Cohen 2 years ago about Thanksgiving in Israel.  This year, check out this article by Rabbi Ari Z. Zivitofsky on whether or not turkey is kosher (you better read fast before dinner starts).  Maybe next year we can talk about whether football is kosher.

While we're appreciating what we have (Modim anachnu lach), it's a good time to remember those who are having a more difficult weekend.  My wife saw an amazing idea on Facebook.  Just a few minutes ago, she called a pizza store in Kiryat Malachi and ordered a pizza & soda for any family that the store owner thought could use a pick-me-up.  It was great.

Finally, I want to remind you all about our annual Black Friday Shiur tomorrow morning with Mrs. Samuels at 10:00 am at Mocha Bleu.  I gave the shiur last year, and we had a really nice mix of students from various grades, alumni and parents.  Kol hakavod to those of you who choose to spend your free time learning.
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