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Jewish Academy moves forward
By Kim Fischer On Friday, May 17 former presidents of the Jewish Academy of Orlando and members of the community came together to hear from founder Dr. Edward Zissman. He announced to the people present that due to a very generous multi-year gift...
SCREC stands with Israel
A Proclamation expressing support for the State of Israel and condemning the Hamas terror attack was presented to the Seminole County Republican Executive Committee by Sandi Solomon on May 16. SCREC Chairman Bruce Cherry and the general body voted...
Orlando 'Women for Israel' event redefined female-driven philanthropy
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, nearly 100 female philanthropists attended Jewish National Fund-USA's Women for Israel reception at University Club in Winter Park to learn how they can make a tangible...
From altar boy to Chabad rabbi
Originally hailing from south central Pennsylvania, Rabbi Matisyahu Devlin was raised as a devout Catholic. The son of a Catholic father and Jewish mother. He attended Catholic school and mass on Sund...
Expanded name, same mission
The Jewish Pavilion has a new name - Jewish Pavilion Senior Services -and a new logo. The official launch date is June 1. "The reason our board decided to expand our name is that the word Pavilion...
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Yom HaShoah event overflowing in Solivita
On Sunday night, Shalom Club held its annual Holocaust Remembrance Day event as planned. When I took over chairing this event around four years ago, we had 25 people in attendance. Tonight, there...
Shabbat at Life Care Altamonte
In Life Care Altamonte, a skilled nursing facility, a moment of tranquility and spiritual connection takes place one Friday a month. A Shabbat service, designed to honor Jewish traditions and bring comfort to the residents, becomes a cherished event...
Allies in senior care and community support
Within our community, the Jewish Pavilion and Orlando Senior Help Desk stand as vital pillars of support and assistance for seniors and their families. Together, they offer a wealth of resources and services tailored to meet the diverse needs of...
Upcoming events at the Holocaust Center
Express yourself, May 15 The Holocaust Center will present “Expression Through Art” on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. Here is an opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery through art. Bring personal photos and keepsakes to the Center and f...
Camp J General Camp offers swimming and water play
Camp J General Camp offers a fun way to beat the heat this summer. The General Camp offers a water option as an add feature. Children will go to the beautiful Rosen Aquatic Center. They will have have swim sessions tailored to their skill level...
First-ever Educator Award presented at 2024 White Rose Tribute
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida honored Jonathan and Nancy Wolf with the Tess Wise White Rose Award at its annual White Rose Tribute Event held at the Orlando Museum...
Rosen JCC Early Childhood Learning Center open registration
The end to the current school year is fast approaching. This is the best time to start planning for the 2024-2025 school year. The Rosen JCC Early Childhood Learning Center is now registering for the new year. The ECLC provides a STEAM education...
Temple Israel is 70 years young!
Temple Israel is celebrating their 70th Anniversary Simcha at their 50 S. Moss Road location on Sunday, May 19, at 5:30 p.m., and it’d be a shanda not to attend! Guests will enjoy catered appetizers, dinner, and drinks. There will be free b...
Holocaust Center presents Yom HaShoah ve-Hagevurah
Reflect upon the tragedy of the Holocaust as those who perished are remembered at the Day of Remembrance of the Holocaust and Heroism hosted by The Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center. The event will be held Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m. at the...
RAISE accepting applications for Fall 2024
The RAISE work and social skills training program for adults with special needs is now accepting online applications for RAISE employees as well as opportunities to volunteer as a RAISE job coach. RAISE is a work and social skills training program...
Saturday Night Out at the Rosen JCC
Parents get ready to plan a night out for yourself. The Rosen JCC Saturday Night Out will be on April 27, 6 p.m. -11 p.m. This event lets you drop off kids for a night of fun. The theme this month is “An Evening of Magic.” Kids will be able to pla...
Wolfs to receive White Rose Award
The White Rose Tribute event, to be held April 11 at the Orlando Museum of Art from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., will honor Jonathan and Nancy Wolf with the Tess Wise White Rose Award. The evening will feature a...
April events at the Rosen JCC
The Rosen JCC offers events for the entire family. April 18th the Rosen JCC will host community bingo. This is open to the entire community. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the games start 6:30 p.m. Bring $20 to play for the night. There will be...
There is something for everyone at the Jewish Heritage Festival
The Jewish Heritage Festival, taking place April 7, is a phenomena in itself. Who knew it would be so successful from the get-go? What began in 2007 as a suggestion by 80-year-old Murray Steinberg to...
Jewish Pavilion's Spring Breakfast celebrates community
On Thursday, March 14th, Oakmonte Village in Lake Mary echoed with the warm laughter and camaraderie of the Jewish Pavilion's annual Spring Breakfast. The event, sponsored by the Jewish Pavilion,...
Raise your glass to cancer survivors
In support of Head & Neck Cancer Awareness month, Jason Mendelsohn has announced the second annual Raise Your Glass event is taking place on Sunday, April 7, 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., at Mercedes-Benz of Or...
"Supernova - The Music Festival Massacre" screening
Chabad Lubavitch of North Orlando and Decision Tactical invite the entire community to an exclusive screening of “Supernova - The Music Festival Massacre” on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The massacre at the Supernova Festival in the Negev desert mar...
Oct. 7 was a 'breakdown of a covenant,' says Oren at 'Stand with Israel' Legacy Luncheon in Orlando
(ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla) - One of Israel's most distinguished statesmen, Ambassador Michael Oren, a diplomat who worked at the highest levels of the Israeli government, was the featured speaker at Jew...
Calling all aspiring writers to a screenwriters workshop
Local screenwriter and novelist Katherine MK Mitchell, a former talent agent and story-analyst in the Hollywood film industry, will lead a workshop titled “Screenwriting 101,” at the Maitland Library auditorium on March 23 from 10:30 a.m. – noon....
Fresh from the garden: A holiday feast
Jewish joy is blooming at Temple Israel, and so are the vegetables in the Gan Chesed: Garden of Kindness. Officially installed in October of last year through the generosity of the Magness Family...
