Finding a Compatible Place for an Extended Family Outing

By Jerry Kaufman As reported to Rabbi Yirmiyohu Kaganoff My sister and her family are coming for Yom Tov for the very first time, which has us all very excited! But, we need to figure out all the logistics of having everyone together for Yom Tov — where will everyone sleep, how to arrange sufficient [...]

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Chol HaMoed – Weekday or Yom Tov?

Question #1: My shoes tore on Yom Tov. May I have them repaired on Chol HaMoed?

Question #2: The supermarket has something on sale on Chol HaMoed that I need for after Yom Tov. May I purchase it?

Question #3: I am visiting my parents in Chutz La’Aretz for Yom Tov. I know that I must keep two days of Yom Tov while visiting them, but does that permit me to cook on Chol HaMoed for their Simchas Torah?

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