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Religious Travel: Happy Jewish New Year

September 29, 2008 at 9:45 AM | 0 Comments

For most of us, tonight is just an average Monday night. But for a Chosen Few, sundown on September 28 means the start of a New Year. Rosh Hashanah also kicks off 10 days of repentance, concluding with the most significant Jewish holiday of the year, Yom Kippur, on October 9.

Jews (and non-Jewish college kids with little to no understanding of the holiday taking advantage of the extra day off school) mostly travel home to be with family during this time. Returning to your parents split-level in the suburb may not be the most glamorous form of travel, though it's certainly the most rejuvenating--and filling.

Like most holidays, families fill the days eating. So dip that challah in honey, throw the boyos in the oven, and put some meat on your bones already. L'shanah Tova!

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[Photo: Insomniac Snack]

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Airport Photo Shoot: Natalie Portman's One Bag Alert

September 26, 2008 at 11:20 AM | 0 Comments

Now here's a girl whose packing skills we envy: Natalie Portman has one hand free for her pooch as she slings her checked bag casually over one shoulder. Such grace! Such skill!

We're guessing Portman, who recently broke up with singer boyfriend Devendra Banhart, is headed home to New York City for Rosh Hashanah, which begins Monday at sunset. Hope you've bought your apples and honey!

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[Photo: Faded Youth Blog]