The Oneg Blog

passover gifts (880), passover gift ideas 2026 (0), gifts for passover seder (30)
Notes from our founder

Passover Gifts That Go Beyond the Seder Plate (2026)

Passover, the Jewish holiday that celebrates the Israelites’ exodus from slavery, is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. It’s marked by two special meals, known as...
Jeanie Milbauer
Shabbat gifts (50), best shabbat gift ideas (0), shabbat gift guide (0)
Notes from our founder

The Best Shabbat Gifts for Every Budget (2026 Guide)

Whether you’ve been invited to a Shabbat meal or simply want to say, “I’m thinking about you,” a Shabbat gift is just the thing to do so. Read on for...
Jeanie Milbauer
shabbat with kids (0), family shabbat traditions (0), shabbat activities for children (0)
Notes from our founder

Shabbat With Kids: Simple Ways to Make Friday Night Meaningful for the Whole Family

One of the best ways to raise Jewish children is to get them engaged with their Judaism from a young age, and the weekly Jewish holiday of Shabbat is the...
Jeanie Milbauer
what is havdalah (210), havdalah ceremony (280), how to do havdalah(20)
Notes from our founder

What Is Havdalah? A Simple Guide to the End-of-Shabbat Ceremony

Havdalah is the Jewish ceremony held at the end of Shabbat and all other Jewish holidays. It’s an immersive service that engages all 5 senses: touch, taste, sight, sound, smell....
Jeanie Milbauer
jewish baby gifts
Notes from our founder

A Thoughtful Guide to Jewish Baby Gifts

Welcoming a new baby into a Jewish family is a moment filled with joy, gratitude, and deep tradition. Whether you’re attending a bris, a baby naming, or sending a gift...
Jeanie Milbauer
Perfect Jewish Wedding and Engagement Gifts
Notes from our founder

Perfect Jewish Wedding and Engagement Gifts

In Judaism, marriage is a meaningful and sacred partnership. Some traditions speak of the idea of a “bashert,” a destined or perfect match, reminding us of the joy in finding...
Jeanie Milbauer
Jewish Holiday Gifts for Every Holiday
Notes from our founder

Jewish Holiday Gifts for Every Holiday

The Jewish calendar is full of celebrations, from weekly Shabbat to high holy days and more. Whether you’ve been invited to a holiday meal or want to treat a far...
Jeanie Milbauer
jewish housewarming gift
Notes from our founder

Your Guide to the Best Jewish Housewarming Gift

Whether celebrating holidays, reciting prayer, or participating in community, the home is central to Jewish life. Nearly every Jewish holiday is celebrated, in part, at home. This makes Jewish housewarmings...
Jeanie Milbauer
How to Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Beginner’s Guide)
Rosh Hashanah

How to Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Beginner’s Guide)

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, translates to “head of the year.” This yearly holiday is a time for self-reflection and intention setting. It’s celebrated at synagogue and at home,...
Jeanie Milbauer
Bat Mitzvah vs Bar Mitzvah: What's The Difference?
Notes from our founder

Bat Mitzvah vs Bar Mitzvah: What's The Difference?

Bat Mitzvahs and Bar Mitzvahs are milestones in any Jewish person’s life. On the day of their Bar or Bat Mitzvah, a child becomes an adult and takes on new,...
Jeanie Milbauer
What Is A Kiddush Cup? (Uses and Traditions Explained)
Notes from our founder

What Is A Kiddush Cup? (Uses and Traditions Explained)

A Kiddush cup is a central ritual object for any Jewish holiday, from weekly Shabbat celebrations to Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and more. With the help of a Kiddush cup,...
Jeanie Milbauer
What Are you Not Allowed to Do on Shabbat: A Guide to Shabbat Rest
Notes from our founder

What Are you Not Allowed to Do on Shabbat: A Guide to Shabbat Rest

Shabbat is the Jewish holy day of rest. It offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of life and an opportunity to take a beat and slow down. Like...
Jeanie Milbauer
“To be spiritual is to be amazed.”– Abraham Joshua Heschel