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A successful entrepreneur and business administrator, Avrahom Joseph grew up in Ohio where he attended the Hebrew Academy of Cleveland and the Telshe High School location in the city of Wickliffe. He finished his secondary education at Telshe High School in Chicago, Illinois. Avrahom Joseph went on to complete Talmudic studies at Beth Medrash Govoha in Lakewood, New Jersey, and earn his bachelor of arts from Ocean County College in New Jersey. In addition, Mr. Joseph is quite the outdoorsman. In his spare time, if he isn't tending to his garden, he's out in the field passing around the old pigskin or hitting em' out into left field. Known for his knowledge of the New Jersey hiking paths, Avrahom can hold his own against the official tour guides. Mr. Joseph has turned his passion into a lifelong quest for fulfillment of his dream to conquer the great outdoors.

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The Cleveland Indians Charities

As a business owner, Avrahom Joseph of Lakewood, NJ enjoys giving back to the community with a portion of his profits. Originally from Ohio, but now residing in Lakewood, NJ, Avrahom Joseph still keeps close tabs on his hometown team, the Cleveland Indians. Since 1989, the main fundraising arm of the Cleveland Indians baseball team has been Cleveland Indians Charities (CIC). A self-sustaining entity, CIC raises money throughout the year with various events, and also receives donations from businesses and individuals. With these monies, CIC partners with local organizations in the Cleveland area, including schools and municipalities, to offer educational and recreational opportunities for youth in the community. The multi-goal programs offered by CIC teach youth the game of baseball, but at the same time, teach them lessons of responsibility, provide help to develop their confidence, and infuse them with practical life skills. Since its inception, CIC has given over $10 million to charities within the Cleveland community.                            

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"The Singing Rabbi” Shlomo Carlebach

Avrahom Joseph is a Lakewood, NJ, entrepreneur who maintains a strong community presence and serves on the board of the Yeshiva Meon Hatorah in Spring Valley, New York. Avrahom Joseph has a longstanding interest in Jewish cultural traditions and enjoys the music of the renowned late singer, composer, and rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Born in the 1920s, Carlebach earned the moniker "The Singing Rabbi” and enjoyed a career in music spanning four decades. The reason for his popularity was that “Reb Shlomo” transcended the Orthodox Judaism in which he was raised and used music as a way of telling stories and engaging with people from a variety of walks of life. Biographer Natan Ophir described Carlebach’s legacy as spanning the full range of Jewish denominations. Engaged with the hippy counterculture of the 1960s, he even reached out to spiritual leaders of diverse religions, ranging from Buddhism to Christianity. The arc of Carlebach’s life was depicted in the popular musical “Soul Doctor,” which was performed nearly 100 times on Broadway.                            

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SCC's 2015 Jog4Center Raises More Than $487,000

An active member of the Lakewood, NJ community, Avrahom Joseph supports charitable organizations that benefit children. Avrahom Joseph contributes to The Special Children’s Center (SCC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Lakewood, NJ. The SCC provides respite and case management services to families of children and adults with special needs. The organization hosts fundraising events throughout the year to support programs that aid with employment assistance, child care, and finances. On August 30, 2015, the SCC held Jog4Center, a 5K run starting in Lakewood Town Square at Clifton Ave. and 3rd Street. With sponsors such as Road Runner Sports and Ami Magazine, the event attracted 169 runners, including teams from Meridian Capital Group and Beacon Flooring. One hundred and twenty runners completed the race, averaging a pace of 10 minutes and 29 seconds. Participants and advocates raised in excess of $487,000, and the top fundraiser garnered over $72,000 in donations. For more information about the SCC and upcoming fundraising events, visit www.thecenternj.org.

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Cleveland Indians Recall Shawn Armstrong to Help Fill 40-Man Roster

Lakewood, NJ, business leader Avrahom Joseph serves as a board member at the Yeshiva Meon Hatorah in New York. Prior to settling in Lakewood, NJ, Avrohom Joseph lived and attended school in Cleveland. Today, he remains an avid fan of the city’s professional sports teams, including the Cleveland Indians. In a recently released statement, the Cleveland Indians announced that they have recalled pitcher Shawn Armstrong from their Triple-A affiliate, the Columbus Clippers. Armstrong, a right-handed relief pitcher, was drafted by the Indians during the 2011 MLB Draft and has since been playing for several teams in the Minor Leagues. This season, the 24-year-old hurler appeared in 46 games with Columbus, where he maintained an impressive 2.35 ERA and earned 16 saves, which is the fourth highest number of saves among all International League relief pitchers. Armstrong joins the Tribe along with right-handed pitcher Gavin Floyd and infielder Chris Johnson, who have both been reactivated after spending time on the disabled list.

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Basic Basketball Terminology

Avrahom Joseph, a resident of Lakewood, New Jersey, graduated from Ocean County College. To stay physically fit, Avrahom Joseph enjoys playing basketball and baseball, often while spending time with his children. There are a number of terms common to the sport of basketball that, once understood, can make the game more enjoyable for fans and players alike. The “weak side” of the court, for example, is frequently referred to by both TV announcers and coaches. This is not a fixed location, but denotes the side of the court away from the ball and ball handler. The weak side should not be confused with the back court, which is the part of the court unoccupied by players at any given time. A “double-double” or “triple-double,” meanwhile, refers to a statistical achievement that can be recorded in a number of ways. A double-double means that a player has secured double-digit figures in two of the five major statistical categories, such as points and assists or blocks and rebounds. The smallest potential double-double, for instance, could be 10 points and 10 rebounds. Should a player add a third double-digit figure, such as 10 steals, the double-double becomes a triple-double. Finally, coaches and commentators often discuss the ideal qualities of a “sixth man,” in a team’s rotation. The term derives from the fact that teams begin a game with five players on the court. Therefore, the first player to sub into the game is a team’s sixth player to log minutes. This player may be as talented as the team’s starters but has been selected by the coach to run the second unit.                            

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Reggier Miller's 8 Points In 8.9 Seconds

Avrahom Joseph, a resident of Lakewood, New Jersey, is a fan of sports such as baseball and basketball. Avrahom Joseph enjoys staying in shape through basketball as well as Tai Chi and Krav Maga. Some sequences in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA) are so memorable or improbable that they go on to become the stuff of legends. Reggie Miller’s infamous 8 points in 8.9 seconds is one such sequence. The play began late in the fourth quarter during the first game of the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals. Miller’s Indiana Pacers were visiting the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden, trailing by 6 points with less than 16.5 seconds remaining. Miller began by launching a successful 3-pointer, bringing the Pacers within one basket. Remaining active on defense, Miller managed to intercept the inbound pass. He quickly dribbled back over the arc and attempted a second 3-point shot, connecting once more and tying the game at 105. With less than 8 seconds left in the game, the Pacers quickly fouled John Starks. Normally a highly efficient free throw shooter, Starks missed on both attempts. Miller rebounded the second miss while sustaining a foul that sent him to the line. Miller connected twice, scoring his 7th and 8th points in 8.9 seconds of live play. In doing so, he helped the Pacers shock the Knicks with an 8-0 run over the final 16 seconds, seizing control of the series.                            

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Cleveland Indians and the Historic 1920 World Series

Lakewood resident Avrahom Joseph currently serves as a board member with Yeshiva Meon Hatorah in Spring Valley, New York. A longtime Cleveland Indians fan, Avrahom Joseph watches and attends as many games as his schedule allows. Over the course of the franchise’s 114 years in professional baseball, the Cleveland Indians have taken part in several historic events and memorable plays, including two World Series wins. However, few occasions compare to the 1920 World Series, contested between the Indians and the Brooklyn Robins (later known as the Brooklyn Dodgers). The series, won by the Indians five games to two, was one of only four World Series played as best-of-nine competitions. Game five presented fans of Major League Baseball (MLB) with a number of firsts. Cleveland’s Elmer Smith connected with a pitch from Burleigh Grimes in the bottom of the first inning to hit the first grand slam in World Series history. He was joined on the homerun list that day by teammate Jim Bagby Sr., the first pitcher ever to hit a home run during World Series play. Game five also saw Cleveland record the first triple play in a World Series game. Turned by Indians second baseman Bill Wambsganss, it was only the second unassisted triple play in MLB history. Nearly 95 years later, the feat has been achieved only 15 times in the Majors and never during a World Series game.                            

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Kosher Food Restrictions

A resident of Lakewood, New Jersey, Avrahom Joseph sits on the board of Yeshiva Meon Hatorah, where he manages accounts payable and payroll as well as provides business guidance. In his spare time, Avrahom Joseph practices martial arts and enjoys traveling and dining on kosher foods. Unlike Italian and Chinese food, kosher meals do not represent a particular culture nor do they use a specific style of cooking. Instead, kosher involves following a set of dietary laws, known as kashrut, outlined in the Torah. The Torah communicates certain restrictions when preparing animal products, like sea dwellers and land mammals. For example, land animals must chew their cud and have cloven hooves. This means meat from pigs and rabbits is not considered kosher. In the case of sea animals, any variety that has fins and scales may be consumed. Shellfish, such as lobster and oysters, must be avoided when preparing a kosher meal. The kashrut also outlines rules for preparation. To be considered kosher, blood must be drained or boiled out of meat within 72 hours of an animal being slaughtered. This eliminates the possibility of consuming any blood. In addition, tools and utensils used to prepare kosher meats cannot come in contact with eggs, dairy, and non-kosher foods at any point in time.

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Family

Thesis: A family's love can heal someone's soul, make them more motivated to work and do what they like to do, and bring them to their best potential.

          I.            Family structure is important.

A.      Family structure consists of adults and children.

1.Adults must be responsible for their children’s’ upbringing.

2.Children must reciprocate by honoring their parents’ wishes.

B.      A structured family is not just in name. Rather there must be constant communication between the members.

1.Quality time is more important than quantity.

2.Play time vs. intellectual communication time.

      II.            Love is a core value / concept that must be fostered within the family setting.

A.      Permanence for children is achieved within a family relationship that offers safe, stable, committed parenting and unconditional love.

1.Important for healthy physical and emotional development.

2.Parents nurture their children by making time to listen to them.

B.      We all need to be surrounded by people who love, appreciate, and accept us.

1.There is a distinct difference between fatherly and motherly love.

2.Family can be any group of people that love and nurture the child.

      III.            A nurturing family setting can bring its’ members to reach their full potential.

A.      The nuclear family as we generally know it is on the decline, whereas families led by single mothers and fathers are increasing.

1.A consistent relationship with a caring adult in the early years is associated with an increased ability to cope with stress later in life.

2.Children who lack early emotional attachments have a difficult time relating to peers.

B.      When parents and children have strong, warm feelings for one another, children develop trust that their parents will provide what they need in order to thrive.

1.Parents who develop the flexibility and inner strength to cope with the stress of everyday are able to bounce back when things are not going well.

2.Even small acts of kindness, protection, and caring—a hug, a smile, or loving words—make a big difference to children.

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Integrated Daycare Program Fosters Social and Cognitive Skills

Lakewood, New Jersey, resident Avrahom Joseph is a graduate of Ocean County College and a member of the Yeshiva Meon Hatorah board in Spring Valley. Avrahom Joseph contributes regularly to his community, which includes providing support to the Special Children’s Center and its programs. Designed for children up to age three, the center’s Integrated Daycare Program provides a learning environment for children with special needs and standard-developing children to grow and learn together. Children enrolled in the program participate in various activities, which include books, play, and songs, while absorbing lessons in friendship and exploration. Program activities encourage social interaction between special needs children and typically developing children and are intended to benefit both. For special needs children, activities help boost confidence levels, foster social integration, and improve motor and cognitive skills. Activities based on social interaction allow typically developing children to learn kindness and compassion and increase their social awareness. Classroom environments have a high teacher-to-student ratio. Program staff include experienced special education teachers and trained aides chosen for their ability to offer stimulating lessons and nurturing instruction. Additionally, teachers strive to provide each student with individual attention and acknowledgment. The program offers curriculums for three age groups: 0-18 months, 18-24 months, and 24 months-3 years. In addition to its various benefits for students, the Integrated Daycare Program also provides parents and guardians an opportunity to return to the workforce, if desired. For more information on Integrated Daycare and other Special Children’s Center programs, visit the center’s website at thecenternj.org.                            

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An Overview of the Third Base Position in Baseball

Currently residing in Lakewood, New Jersey, Avrahom Joseph is an Ohio native, who enjoys following Cleveland Indians baseball. Avrahom Joseph often plays baseball with his friends and enjoys covering third base. A third baseman occupies one of four infielder positions in the sport of baseball. Unlike the shortstop and second baseman, a third baseman is not expected to be as nimble of a fielder or to cover as much ground. However, an individual playing third base should possess both quick reflexes and unflinching courage, as ground balls and line drives batted up the third base line travel a much shorter distance than those hit through the center of the infield. While third base is much closer to home plate than second base, it is also the furthest infield position from first base, meaning a third baseman must possess a strong throwing arm. Like most infielders, a third baseman is graded on defensive capabilities. However, over the history of the sport, the position has become more frequently associated with offensive production that is not expected of other infielders. The unique requisites of a third baseman may be one of the reasons that the position is represented only 16 times in the Baseball Hall of Fame, the fewest of any position, with the exception of catcher.

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Electricity / Magnetism

Electricity and magnetism are both related to each other. Electricity can be generated with the help of a magnetic field and vice versa a magnetic field can be created using electricity. A number of electrical and electronic gadgets work on the principle of electromagnetism.

Faraday and Lenz discovered the relationship between electricity and magnetism. When a magnetic field is changing at a particular rate near a conductor, it forces the free electrons inside the conductor to move back and forth. The working of transformer and electric generator is based on this principle.

First Law: When electric current flows through a conductor, a proportional magnetic field is produced around the conductor.

The important factors of the first law are as follows –

The magnetic field around the conductor is in the form of magnetic lines of force called magnetic flux (f).

Its strength is closer to the conductor and decreases as we go away from the conductor.

The strength of the magnetic field produced around the conductor is directly proportional to the magnitude of current flowing through the conductor.

If the conductor is straight, the magnetic field will have a shape of concentric circles around it. However, if its shape is like a coil (or any other complex shape) then the geometrical orientation of the magnetic field will also be complex.

Second Law: When a conductor is placed in a changing magnetic field, proportional induced e.m.f. and current are produced in the conductor.

The important factors of the second law are as follows –

This induction occurs because the free electrons move back and forth within the conductor due to changing magnetic field to produce electric current.

The magnitude of e.m.f. produced within the conductor is directly proportional to the rate of change of magnetic flux.

If the shape of the conductor is like a coil, then its number of turns decides the magnitude of induced e.m.f. within the conductor.

The number of magnetic lines of force (or magnetic flux) decides the magnitude of induced current.

LENZ’S LAW

Basic idea: When current flowing through a conductor changes, a counter e.m.f. is induced across the conductor. This induced voltage has the tendency to oppose any change in current flowing through the conductor. This means that the induced voltage has opposite polarity with respect to the initial voltage applied across the conductor.

The above phenomenon is possible only for AC current. This is because when AC current flows through a conductor, magnetic flux varies its strength and direction. This is similar to the motion of magnetic flux. However, when DC current flows, voltage induction is not possible as DC current is steady and its flow is unidirectional. Thus, Lenz’s law is a direct consequence of law of conservation of energy.

Consider a coil connected across a battery through a variable resistor to flow some current through it. When we try to increase this current (and hence flux) through the conductor, it is always opposed by immediately producing counter e.m.f. In the same way, if we try to decrease the current, again it is delayed due to the production of self-induced e.m.f. Every time we do this, the energy required to overcome this opposition is supplied by the battery. This energy is stored in the additional flux produced. Thus, it can be treated as a similar example to the inertia of a material body.

The converse is also true. The second coil can induce an e.m.f. in the first coil when current in the second coil changes. This ability of reciprocal induction is measured in terms of coefficient of mutual induction (M). This phenomenon of mutual induction is basically used in a transformer.

  Sir, V. (n.d.). Faraday’s Laws & Lenz’s Law: Basic Comparison | Vidyasagar Sir's Electronics Web. Vidyasagar Sir's Electronics Web. Retrieved March 8, 2013, from http://vsagar.com/2011/11/11/shortcomings-in-faradays-laws/

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Israel- What a great country

I think it's amazing how much Israel has contributed to the world based on it's small population size and myriad problems it faces. Technology, medicine etc... the people of Israel strive to make this world a better place. Unfortunately, they get a lot of slack from the world. But they truly know how to overcome adversity. Good people.