Tonight begins the holiday of Shavuot, a commemoration of the Jewish people's receipt of the Torah at Mount Sinai. I've been so wrapped up in preparations for launching the ROI Summit and establishing myself as a social media consultant that I haven't had time to come up with fresh thoughts for this year. But here are some oldies and "newies" from me and others that you might find enlightening or entertaining:
In NYC? You'll want to check out the annual Tikkun Leyl Shavuot - all night Jewish learning, music and cultural experiencing - at the JCC of Manhattan. See partial list of presenters here.
Tamara Eden reexamines Shavuot and reflects on her Jewish knowledge in light of her coming to know the man who became her husband (2006)
A look inside the beit midrash (or beis midrish) during all-night learning on Shavuot, courtesy of Frum Satire (2007)
How an ad for a Shavuot retreat got my dander up about singles issues in the Jewish community (2006)
Or maybe check out JTA's article about GenKvetch, a social network aimed at older Jews.
And for something not-so-Shavuot related, try this post about talking religion on a first date.
For the entertainment-minded, you might want to set your DVRs for tomorrow night's "What Not to Wear" featuring Mayim Bialik. ("Whoa!")
Or, if you just can't forget American Idol's #2, Adam Lambert, you'll want to check out this interview over at BestWeekEver. Author Michelle Collins (who incidentally will be part of this summer's ROI Summit) conducted the interview with glee, giggles and camraderie, and promises that the interview will "change your life" - see for yourself!
Wishing you a good few days and happy holiday, if you're observing.
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