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Temple Israel is offering a brand-new, half-day camp running June 9-13 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. It will be packed with traditional camp activities and hands-on fun all through the lens of Judaism and Israeli culture. The camp is for kids entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Groups will be grades K-1, 2-3, and 4-5, with a minimum of six kids per group. If less than six children per age group register, Temple Israel staff will contact you to see if you would prefer your child join another age...
Enjoy a live music performance and inspirational talk by Israeli musician and public speaker Tal Ramon. Thursday, May 1, from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. in the Shalom Orlando Auditorium. Admission is free, though an $18 donation at the door is greatly appreciated. Registration is required, operations.daxko.com. Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut — Israel’s Independence Day — at the Dr. Bernard and Samra Gotlib Yom Ha’Atzmaut festival on May 4. The event will be held at the Roth Family JCC outside Pavilion from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. There will be games, tradition...
The Rosen JCC is hosting a celebration of Israeli culture for the whole family on May 4 from 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at their campus. In celebration of Israel’s Independence Day, enjoy Israeli food tastings, donkey rides in the Negev, a petting zoo in the Kibbutz, a wine tasting in the Galilee, art in Tzfat, dancing in Tel Aviv, Shopping in the Shuk, western wall experience in Jerusale, rock climbing in Mitzpe Ramon, kite flying Eilat and Israeli bingo. Entry is free. Please RSVP at www.rosenjcc.org/israel....
Formerly known as the J Ball, Shalom Orlando invites the community to a J Soiree, themed “Through the Looking Glass.” This grand event takes place May 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Great Southern Box Company, 2105 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando. This year, the Legacy of Leadership honoree is Dick Appelbaum and Judith Arieli will be the recipient of the Harriet Weiss JCC Legacy Award. Visit ShalomOrlando.org/gala to register....
On May 13, 7 p.m. The Congregation of Reform Judaism, in partnership with Congregation Ohev Shalom, Shalom Oralndo, the Israeli American Council and the Jewish National Fund, will present the Tel Aviv String Trio & Special guests. The concert will be held at CRJ, 928 Malone Dr., Orlando. Tickets are available at https://bit.ly/ISOinOrlando....
Several years ago, Mark Stone had the idea to walk across America to raise awareness of the need in America for more people to give blood. Now, a few years later, Stone is revisiting this idea with a lot of more vigor. As a representative of Congregation Ohev Shalom's Men's Club, he ran three Blood Drives a year for 25 years. He doesn't just encourage others to give blood, he himself is a dedicated blood giver. As of a few weeks ago, he donated his 88th pint of blood, making him an 11 Gallon...
On Wednesday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m., Chabad of North Orlando is honored to host Irving Locker at Nate's Shul ,1701 Markham Woods Road in Longwood, for a special presentation of his remarkable journey. This event is an opportunity to hear firsthand from a true hero who has spent his life ensuring that the sacrifices of the greatest generation are never forgotten. Irving Locker, a name synonymous with courage and resilience, was one of the 156,000 soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy on...
It all started when Russell Kropp, a student at Trinity Prep, decided that his bar mitzvah project would be to bring joy to seniors by having them see a musical performed by the students at Trinity Preparatory School in Winter Park, Florida. The first event happened in the fall, when Russell and his mom, Rachel, contacted Cantor Nina Fine to help connect them with seniors to bring to the show, “Something Rotten,” which Russell and Cantor Fine’s son, Dylan, were performing in. Cantor Fine reached out to Susan Godorov at Kinneret Apart...
On Sunday, May 18 from 5-9 p.m., Temple Israel’s Roth Social Hall will transform into a casino, where you can test your luck at the tables, win prizes, and even renew your wedding vows. “It’s Vegas, Baby!” is a fundraiser you’ll want to take a gamble on! Play poker, craps, blackjack, roulette, and more while enjoying drinks and heavy appetizers. Off the tables, you’ll find a human slot machine and horse races. Take a break for some romance and renew your vows at the Oy Vegas Wedding Chapel, officiated by Rabbi Joshua Neely under the chuppah...
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is proud to announce that the 2025 Kobrin Family Scholarship application is now available. Established in 1990, this college scholarship is awarded to a qualified, full-time, graduating high school student in the Jewish communities of Orange, Osceola or Seminole County who will be attending the University of Central Florida. The scholarship is available in the amount of $2,500 per year for a maximum of four (4) years. Scholarship recipients must maintain a 3.1 GPA each year while at UCF in order to...
The Restock & Rebuild Challenge began on April 7 and runs through May 4. Every donation to Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando during the Restock & Rebuild Challenge is being generously matched dollar for dollar by The Weiner Family and The Winter Park Wealth Group, with a total match of up to $40,000. JFS Orlando continues to meet the increasing needs of our community by food assistance in the Pearlman Pantry to those seeking help coping with the stress of near poverty through JFS’s Counseling services or working to improve their l...
Jewish Family Services Orlando programs have helped countless families for decades are in danger of being shuttered and President Philip Flynn III is heartsick. Over 20,000 people each year rely on JFS's Family of Services. These vital programs keep those most vulnerable in the community from homelessness with the Family Stabilization Program, address food insecurity through the Pearlman Food Pantry, provide mental health counseling through the Counseling, Growth, & Development program, and...
Temple Israel Sisterhood has recently taken their sense of camaraderie and creativity to new heights by organizing a series of exciting crafty events, including glass blowing at the Orlando Glass Blowing Center, pottery painting, and painting by numbers. These activities offered members a unique chance to come together, tap into their artistic side, and enjoy some much-needed relaxation. Glass Blowing at the Orlando Glass Blowing Center: A Spark of Creativity One of the most exciting and dynamic...
If you’re looking for a home-cooked Passover meal, then join Temple Israel for a meaningful second-night Seder filled with fabulous food and friends. The date is April 13, at 5 p.m. Rabbi Joshua Neely includes all ages in this meaningful and participatory Seder that blends tradition with modern-day relevance. “The Seder tells us each year to feel as though we too were slaves in Egypt before our liberation. The last year and a half has made it easier for Jews around the world to empathize with our ancestors and all who are oppressed. To dee...
Chana Ben-Abraham, Gotlib Jewish Academy Head of School, announced that Jacqueline Drazen McGrail will be joining the school as the new Director of School Operations, beginning the week of March 24. In this role, she will oversee business operations, admissions, marketing, fundraising, and school events, taking on responsibilities previously managed by the executive director as part of a realignment of administrative duties to strengthen the school's growth and operations. McGrail brings over a...
Nestled in the heart of Altamonte Springs, Sabbaba Market & Deli is a hidden gem bringing the rich, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to Central Florida and beyond. Owned and operated by Rachel and Joel Kirshblum, Sabbaba Market is a culinary treasure of great food served with a smile. Every dish is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored recipes. From golden, crispy Jerusalem falafel to crispy borekas, creamy babaganoush and hummus, everything is made in-house with love and care. Sabbaba also offers traditional foods...
At the heart of inclusion is RAISE — a work and social skills training program offered by Shalom Orlando for adults with disabilities. This program matches adults with disabilities with local businesses and organizations. RAISE — Recognizing Abilities & Inclusion of Special Employees — is accepting applications for employees and job coaches for the fall. RAISE employees earn a paycheck with the guidance of one-on-one job coaches, and helps employees build self-esteem and independence at home and in the workplace through its training program. RA...
On the morning of March 13, the Jewish Pavilion Senior Services hosted a successful and engaging Sponsors Breakfast at Grand Living. The event brought together dedicated board members, sponsors, and supporters of the Jewish Pavilion, all gathered to share ideas and discuss the future of the organization's impactful work in senior services. One of the key highlights of the meeting was a suggestion made by Jason Mendelsohn, a Jewish Pavilion board member and sponsor from Ashar Group. He proposed...
The Kinneret Council on Aging, an area nonprofit that provides life enhancing resources to the over 300 residents of Kinneret Apartments and to the aging population outside its walls, has formed a partnership with the Rosen JCC to provide engaging programming to seniors in Southwest Orlando. Coined “KCOA on the Road,” the speaker series expands the programming that KCOA provides in the community to a senior population that is currently underserved. Started in January 2025, programming has inc...
The oldest and largest Reform congregation in Central Florida, Congregation of Reform Judaism will celebrate “Decades & Diamonds,” its 75th anniversary, on April 5, at 7 p.m. The congregation hasn’t always been known as the Congregation of Reform Judaism, in the fall of 1948, it was named Liberal Jewish Fellowship and was formed and headed by Dr. Clarence and Bobbie Bernstein and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morse. The Holy Day Services were held in the vestry room at Congregation Ohev Shalom. Rabbi Emeri...
For more than 40 years, The Heritage Florida Jewish News has been in a brick building in Fern Park. There are a lot of memories within its walls. Although times changed and people came and went within these walls, so much stayed the same. Now the Heritage staff will have a new home. We are now located at 251 Maitland Ave., Ste. 213, Altamonte Springs, Fl 32701....
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida is hosting a workshop on Sunday, March 23, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. with Dr. Michael Berenbaum, a leading global voice in countering antisemitism. Register at https://www.hmrec.org/events.../dismantling-hate-part-1. to secure your spot and learn how to confront antisemitism in all its forms while emphasizing the importance of allyship and collective action....
The Orlando Chapter of Hadassah will host the annual Bunny Rosen Women’s Heart Health luncheon and fashion show at the Hilton Altamonte Springs, 350 Northlake Blvd, in Altamonte Springs, on Mar. 30 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The luncheon benefits the Women’s Zionist Organization of America.The fashion show will feature clothing and accessories by Dillards of Altamonte Springs. The cost is $54 per person and sponsorships are available. Register for the event at https://hwzoa.networkforgood.com/events/81040-fl-fbr-orlando-bunny-ros...
Shalom Orlando Come in costume to the Orlando Solar Bears hockey game on March 9. The Solar Bears will take on the Greenville Swamp Rabbits at the Kia Center, 3 p.m. Schedule of events include: 1:30 – 2:50 p.m., snacks and children's activities; 2 p.m., doors open, 3 p.m. the game begins, and at 5:40 p.m. the Jewish Academy of Orlando Choir will perform and there will be a parade on the ice. Tickets are $22 each. For more information email Zipporah.Hruby@shalomorlando.org. Southwest Orlando J...
Every Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. fresh Challah is available for purchase (only $10 each) in the JCC lobby and on Wednesday evenings from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. in the Congregation Ohev Shalom lobby. The Challah is made by RAISE employees taught by Ben Breslauer from B&K Bakery. RAISE n’ Challah is mission driven to provide meaningful work experiences to adults with disabilities. The Challah may also be pre-ordered. If you have any questions or issues with pre-ordering, contact Robin Merkel at 407-621-4036 or robin.merkel@Shalom...
