avek in der eybikayt
Eulogy for Ben Froman (1921-2020) Given on June 14, 2020 by Eric A. Gordon: I think it’s kind of appropriate that today is Flag Day. Not that I am such…
Events and Updates
New Vortsman for the Naye Yor
The Vortsman, having migrated from Yiddishkayt to the SoCal Arbeter Ring (Workmen’s Circle) and then gone missing, is back (by less-than popular demand) in syndication to both sites. Two matters…
The Vortsman Has Some Words For You
…And…we bet you thought The Vortsman had taken off to pleasanter climes. As a matter of true fact, he considered it, but it seems our Northern Neighbor looks askance…
The Vortsman
Readers of this column generally expect playful responses to inquiries about Yiddish words and sayings, usually (badly) recalled from childhood. This time, though, we’re going discuss a very serious matter.…