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JAO and JNF-USA honor local servicemen in memory of 9/11
In recognition of the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, Jewish National Fund-USA partnered with the Jewish Academy of Orlando to honor first responders and security personnel who keep the communities safe....
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SOJC Stands Up to Jewish Hate
Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation is taking a stand on protecting the Jewish community from rising antisemitism. While this commitment to our community and to Jews around the world is not new,...
CPR training at the Rosen JCC
The Rosen JCC is offering the opportunity to get certified in First Aid and CPR. Classes will be offered Oct. 19 and 24 at the Rosen JCC from 6 p.m. — 8 p.m. The training includes adult and child CPR. It includes First Aid and AED Training. For...
Boone High School and UCF welcome new StandWithUs interns
StandWithUs, a 22-year-old international non-partisan education organization that supports Israel and fights antisemitism is pleased to announce that Mikayla Rosenwasser of Boone High School and...
Double your impact, double the hope
JFS Orlando’s annual Hope Challenge is underway. Running Sept. 12 through Oct. 15, every dollar donated to Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando will be generously matched by Lauren and Scott Zimmerman and the Zimmerman Foundation, with a...
A memorable morning with Jewish Pavilion sponsors
On Wednesday, Sept. 6, 40 Jewish Pavilion sponsors attended a special breakfast at Allegro Winter Park hosted by the Jewish Pavilion. Courtesy of Allegro's catering team, the breakfast included...
Hatred is still in our backyard
Two Neo-Nazi groups marched in Altamonte Springs and outside the entrance to Disney Springs shopping center on Saturday, Sept. 2. Dressed in red shirts, black pants and black masks, 51 members of the...
Guest cantor at Temple Israel
Led by Rabbi Joshua Neely for 13 years, Temple Israel's growing congregation looks forward to the High Holiday season with guest cantor Teron Cohen. Cantor Cohen has worked in Switzerland, Canada,...
Exploring boundless learning opportunities at Jewish Beginnings Preschool
In a welcoming atmosphere, parents and educators gathered on Wednesday evening, Sept. 6, at Jewish Beginnings Preschool, a vibrant institution operated by Chabad of Altamonte Springs. The occasion...
Jewish Chamber Rosh Hashanah Breakfast at Toojays
On Wednesday, Sept. 6, the Jewish Chamber of Commerce hosted a Rosh Hashanah-themed breakfast at Toojays, which brought together members of the community for a morning of camaraderie and goodwill....
Orlando Chapter of Hadassah 'Meet the Author' event
The Orlando Chapter of Hadassah announces its Meet the Author Luncheon, featuring Kristin Harmel, local acclaimed author of “The Forest of Vanishing Stars,” “The Book of Lost Names,” and her latest bestseller, “The Paris Daughter.” This...
Synagogue Service Schedule
For information about services at local synagogues not listed, contact the individual congregations. Unless listed, for tickets or information, contact the individual synagogue. Celebration Jewish Congregation (Reform) Members of Celebration Jewish...
Saturday Night Out at the Rosen JCC
Get ready for Saturday Night Out at the Rosen JCC. This event let’s parents drop off their children on Saturday, Sept. 30, 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Children will play games, do crafts plus get pizza and a movie. Parents can plan their own night of fun....
SYNAGOGUE SERVICE SCHEDULE
For information about services at local synagogues not listed, contact the individual congregations. Unless listed, for tickets or information, contact the individual synagogue. Celebration Jewish Congregation (Reform) Members of Celebration Jewish...
Grand opening and ribbon cutting for Chabad of UCF's new Student Center
A new 14,000-square-foot Jewish Student Center is set to open Sunday, Sept. 3rd at the University of Central Florida. The Chabad Center’s grand opening will culminate a two-year building project....
Rosen JCC hires new CEO
Four years after assuming the duties of CEO of the Rosen JCC, Dr. Reuben L. Romirowsky made the decision to retire. Hailing from the northeast, he wanted to return to his home where he could be with...
Jewish Chamber event forges connections
The recent Jewish Chamber networking event saw an impressive turnout, with around 30 passionate individuals gathering to connect, collaborate, and foster relationships within the community. The...
Dr. Dan Layish honored by Think of Me Please®
Francine Fox, founder of Think of Me Please® wanted to express her gratitude to Dr. Layish for his dedication and contributions to the organization. She hosted a surprise luncheon for him at his p...
Jewish Chamber Rosh Hashanah Networking Breakfast
In a dynamic blend of business and tradition, the Jewish Chamber of Commerce is set to host a unique networking event on Sept. 7, 8:30 a.m., at TooJay’s on Colonial. With a vibrant Rosh Hashanah theme, this breakfast event promises not only...
What to do if you encounter someone shooting
The Hadassah Orlando Chapter will host Maitland police officer Daniel Holland who will speak about how to stay safe when an active shooter threatens. The event will be held at Congregation Ohev Shalom, 613 Concourse Parkway South, Maitland, on Sept....
First female rabbi in Orlando
The Congregation of Reform Judaism in Orlando has recently welcomed Rabbi Rachael Jackson, her husband, Danyul and 9-year-old son, Adrian. Rabbi Jackson is the first female rabbi to serve in the Orlando community. She is not the only female rabbi...
New student rabbi at SOJC
A new student rabbi is coming to Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation. Rabbi Michael Fraade is a fifth-year rabbinical student at Hebrew College, a pluralistic, nondenominational institution in Newto...
Shabbat at Cascade Heights
It’s heartwarming to learn about the Shabbat Service organized by the Jewish Pavilion in collaboration with the staff, volunteers, and residents of Cascade Heights in Longwood. Sharing challah and...
Holocaust Center
Film Screening: Liga Terezin On Aug. 24, the Holocaust Center will host a film screening of “Liga Terezin” (2013), a documentary inspired by Oded Breda’s quest to document the story of a soccer league in the Ghetto Theresienstadt, after he...
TOP Jewish Foundation Webinars Series
On Aug. 23, at noon, TOP Jewish Foundation will host a webinar on Estate Planning & Charitable Giving — Leaving Your Legacy. In the webinar, attendees will learn how to include charitable giving in your estate plan and tax-advantaged estate...
