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The Jewish Pavilion will be hosting Chanukah parties at various assisted living facilities throughout the holiday. For more information, please call 407-678-9363. Here is the schedule. Tuesday Dec. 10 3 p.m. Springhills 3 p.m. Westminster Wed. Dec. 11 noon Brookdale Altamonte 5:30 p.m. Kinneret Thursday Dec. 12 10:30 a.m. Encore 1:30 p.m. The Tremont Friday Dec. 13 noon Grand Villa 2 p.m. Strive Sunday Dec. 15 1:15 p.m. Brookdale Lake Orienta Monday Dec. 16 10:15 a.m. Savannah Court 11 a.m. Merrill Gardens at Champions Gate 2 p.m. Windsor at Ce... Full story
The Jewish Pavilion loves its seniors and only want the best for them. When another agency was unable to continue holiday meals for seniors, The Jewish Pavilion Board of Directors unanimously voted to take on this very important project. The meals will be prepared by Kosher Gourmet and delivered by board members. Beginning with Chanukah 2019, the Jewish Pavilion in conjunction with Kinneret Council on Aging will be providing Jewish holiday meals for our homebound Jewish elders. In the future, meals also will be available for Passover and Rosh... Full story
On Oct. 24, the Rosen JCC celebrated 10 years in Southwest Orlando with its "10th Anniversary: Building the Future" event. Harris Rosen was honored with the JCC's inaugural Community Builder award for all he has done and continues to do for the Southwest Orlando community. Following the presentation, Dr. Reuben Romirowsky, Rosen JCC CEO, shared the J's vision for the future, unveiling an architectural rendering of their plans. Instead of a nameplate on his desk, there is a slogan that says... Full story
"My name is Harold Kushner. I'm here to tell you what is about to happen. It will begin as soon as I finish getting dressed and walk out my front door..." Thus begins "The Great Mongolian Bowling League of the United States of America," the first published Jewish-themed book by local author Ed Borowsky. This isn't the first book Borowsky has written. He has six other complete works-five fiction novels and a 2-act play. These fiction works are just "sitting in a closet in the dark." But "The... Full story
On Friday evening, Nov. 22, the Jeffrey & Diane Ginsburg Hillel House at Stetson University Hillel was dedicated. It was an incredible event made even more special by the more than 100 people who joined us at the House to celebrate Jewish life at Stetson University. This is the speech Stetson Hillel Director Sam Friedman gave. When I was growing up, my mother always told me that the best part about being Jewish is that no matter where you go if you find the Jewish community you find family-the Jewish community will take care of you, and help... Full story
In 2000, Israelis found themselves caught up in the second intifada in which thousands of terror attacks took place all throughout Israel. The injured Israelis who resided in Judea and Samaria waited hours for emergency response teams to reach them. Realizing something had to be done, the volunteer organization Rescuers Without Borders was founded. Today there are more than 1,000 volunteer medics, paramedics and doctors who are always on call, ready to help anyone in need in Judea and Samaria.... Full story
On Sunday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m.—1 p.m., Chabad of Altamonte Springs will celebrate a grand opening Brunch and Mezuzah affixing ceremony at its new location, 195 S. Westmonte Drive in Altamonte Springs. “Over the last three years, hundreds of local Jews have participated in Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, Shabbat services, Challah bakes, women’s programs, JLI adult education courses, classes or one of the many other activities offered at Chabad of Altamonte Springs,” said Rabbi Mendy Bronstein. “We are excited to announce that Chabad ha... Full story
Local author Briana Gilbert and illustrator Rafael Layish shared their book "Hidden Wings of the Time Keeper" at the Jewish Academy of Orlando's Family Learning Night and Author Event that kicked off the annual Book Fair. Layish is an alumnus of the school.... Full story
The Jewish Pavilion will honor volunteers Randi Cunningham and Myrna Ossin at its JP Connections on Dec. 9, 11 a.m. at the Hilton-Altamonte Springs, located at 350 Northlake Blvd. This event recognizes the many talented people who give their time volunteering at the many assisted living facilities across Central Florida. Randi Cunningham knows you get more than you give Randi Cunningham found the mini challah and note card in her father's room while visiting the first week he was living at... Full story
The Men's Night Out event was a great success with 250 seats sold and 230 seats filled. The winner of the Masters tickets was Jason Feldman who was thrilled to be the winner as it happens he is an avid golfer. Andy Rosen presented the two tickets to Feldman. According to Bart Neuman, MNO organizer, there also were a number of new sponsors this year. The total funds raised (after expenses) for the three years the event has been held is $58,000. All of it benefits the synagogues' youth... Full story
Jewish Academy of Orlando kindergarteners performed in the school's annual Thanksgiving show. The audience was taken back in time to the days of the pilgrims. Each student had a role telling the story of the first Thanksgiving, as pilgrims, Native Americans, fall leaves, and even King James, through music, song and dance. The program included dialogue and songs about Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower, and the harvest. "The Thanksgiving program is a wonderful opportunity for our students to... Full story
Celebrating its 42nd year, Jewish Academy of Orlando will be honoring Ellen and Simon Snyder and Jodi and David Krinker at the school's annual gala, on Saturday, Jan.25, 2020, at the Citrus Club. The Wonderland Gala will feature dinner, dancing, and a selection of numbers from the spring musical production, "Alice in Wonderland." Ellen and Simon Snyder have been part of the Central Florida community since 1975. They have been active in the Jewish community and the community-at-large. Ellen was... Full story
Recognizing the range of stresses involved in campus life today, Chabad at UCF has made significant strides in building awareness and support for those managing mental health issues. To expand the conversation and help students access valuable resources, Chabad recently hosted Mental Health Awareness Week from Nov. 1-7, as part of a broader national campaign to combat the stigma around mental health. The week’s events were dedicated to Miriam Orlan and David Nefzger—close friends of Chabad’s president, Stav Gare—who lost their battles with me... Full story
Heritage Newspaper’s print audience doesn’t get to read responses to articles that are posted in the online edition of the paper (unless they also read the online edition). Here are this week’s responses: Articles about Bernie Sanders, 11/8 edition, by Clayton, posted 11/15/2019. “Your recent paper had three negative pieces about Bernie Sanders and a cartoon. While I understand constructive criticism of his policies, 3 articles, negative in tone and a negative cartoon was a bit much. I think it would be fair to consider sharing his take on... Full story
Each year the Jewish Pavilion honors our veterans and their families with a salute to their service through song and history. Paul and Terri Fine Stenzler, longtime Jewish Pavilion volunteers, respectfully prepared a meaningful program dedicated to the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since WWI. They presented this tribute to the residents of Brookdale Lake Orienta, The Mayflower in Winter Park, and Cascade Heights in Longwood on Nov. 10 and 12. Paul’s singing and Terri’s background information of each selection added muc... Full story
The venue for New York Times bestselling author Brian Kilmeade’s discussion and book signing of his newest book, “Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers,” will be at Writer’s Block Bookstore, 316 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, on Saturday, Nov. 23rd at 7 p.m... Full story
New York Times bestselling author Brian Kilmeade will be at the Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. to talk about his newest book "Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers." In his now-trademark style, Kilmeade brings alive one of the most pivotal moments in American history, this time telling the heart-stopping story of the fight for Texas independence. While the events at the Alamo are familiar to most, fewer remember that, following that crushing... Full story
Jewish Academy of Orlando fourth and fifth graders heard testimony from Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann as part of a visit organized by Dr. Dan Layish, an alumni parent. Steigmann visited students to share his incredible story of hope and survival. "I appreciated the timeliness of this visit," stated Emily Watson, 4th grade teacher. "Listening to Mr. Steigmann not only gave my students the opportunity to learn where prejudice and racism can lead; but also it allowed them to hear the lessons... Full story
Ayelet Golan will present “An evening of Art and Puppetry with Ayelet Golan” on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m., at the Central Florida Hillel, 3925 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo. There will be a Q&A after her presentation. This event free and open to the public. Golan is a theater director, puppeteer, and performer. Her work has been presented at festivals and venues across the globe, including Israel, Europe, and the United States. She also directs and teaches in one Israel’s most prestigious junio... Full story
Jacksonville’s Josh Fisher has obtained Spanish citizenship through his Sephardic ancestry, demonstrating that his family was exiled in 1492. Fisher, who will be the featured speaker at the Dec. 18 meeting of the St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society is one of the more than a 140 Sephardic Jews that have had the opportunity to become Spanish citizens through Spain’s Miami Consulate in the last few years. Fisher will explain the process and some of the background of Spain’s Law of Return to the St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society at a mee... Full story
The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society invites the community to join them on a tour the Isser and Rae Price Library of Judaica at the University of Florida on Sunday, Nov. 17, under the direction of Dr. Rebecca Jefferson, the unofficial “The Jewish Librarian of Florida.” The Society and guests will meet in the parking lot of the Main Branch of the St. Johns County Library, 1960 North Ponce De Leon Boulevard (Route U.S. 1), St. Augustine, FL 32084 at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17 for the drive to Gainesville and lunch at Falafel King, 325... Full story
Colleen Norris has been associated with The Mayflower in Winter Park for over 23 years. She is the assisted-living director and recently stated that she is "happy to get up and go to work every day." When asked why her work is so rewarding, she answered that the feel of family and community that she creates makes it all worthwhile. Norris is responsible for providing a variety of activities that stimulate the senses and enhances the enjoyment of life. She stated that "with the help of the... Full story
Denise Beumer and Sharon Littman share their love with seniors every week volunteering for the Jewish Pavilion at Savannah Court in Maitland. They also shared the evening as honorees at the Gems & Jeans Jewish Pavilion Gala. Joined by family and friends, the gala was filled with the comradery that everyone shared supporting seniors and ensuring their Jewish connection. The Jewish Pavilion believes in bringing the human connection to every senior at every place volunteers visit. Beumer spoke... Full story
It was during the Second Intifada, horrific terrorist attacks were breaking out daily-shootings, bus bombings, tragedy after tragedy. An attack in Otniel, in the Hebron Hills, left a student and teacher severely injured. Two local doctors quickly arrived on the scene, and did all they could to save them. Sadly, they weren't able to. The doctors poured their hearts out to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, the Chief Sephardic Rabbi of Israel. "We could have saved them. They could have still been alive. But we... Full story
The Holocaust Center was saddened to learn a student allegedly dressed in costume as Adolph Hitler for Halloween and was seen giving other students the Heil-Hitler salute at a local high school. This incident has caused great alarm and the Holocaust Center has been fielding calls from concerned parents asking what actions can be taken. The Holocaust Center has developed a specific program called Prejudice Reduction Education Program. Through this program, we work one-on-one with the student and their parents to provide custom education to help... Full story
