Shabbat Shalom to all.

I must admit i have strange feelings about this "Black Friday". It is a piece of commercialism exported from USA. In many ways it is like Christmas, which has left its authentic past behind to become an orgy where families spend money beyond their means. They may remember is origins, but usually because they are singing a song.

I am glad that none of the Jewish festivals have become like that. We celebrate Chanukah by remembering the story, lighting the lights and perhaps playing with a dreidl.

I am delighted to say that this week we have another contribution from Barbra Paskin who celebrates Woody Allen, who on Sunday will celebrate his 90th birthday. Mazzletov Woody, and thank you so much to Barbra for this contribution. She tells me that she has another surprise for us soon.

Rachelle has reminded us of a recipe which was very popular in 2023, when she first introduce us to Beef Olives. It was very popular then, and as she has been having a very hectic time, and is now exhausted, she hopes you will enjoy this recipe again.

Brighton and Hove Albion are in the top 6 in the Premier League and praying for a place in Europe next year. Jack Kaye in his Albion Gazette XV, tell us how they did it in an exciting fame at the Amex, where Brighton beat their old foes Brentford 2-1, having been behind, and facing a penalty against them in the last kick of the game.

This week's Parsha, Vayetze , tells the story of Jacob, whose life was nothing if not eventful.

In case you cannot find the articles - try the following:-

Carolyne Davis is in News from Israel which comes under the heading of Jewish Life and Israel.
Barbra Paskin's Letter from Hollywood is first under the Entertainment section.
Rachelle's Recipes are in the same section.
Jack Kaye's Albion Gazettes are under Sport.
This week's Parsha comes under the heading of Religious Community

And now, all that remains is for me to wish you Shabbat Shalom and Shavua Tov

Nick.

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