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Yvonne David suffered the loss of her father last September and joined a grief support group sponsored by the Jewish Pavilion and VITAS Innovative Hospice Care. Held at Chambrel at Island Lake, a Brookdale Senior Living Community, this grief support group has helped her mourn, adjust and embrace life again. David’s articles about the first three weeks of the class and the last three weeks of the class were published in the May 9 and the June 20 issues respectively. This third and final article is about the follow-up meeting one month later. A... Full story
Prospective members are cordially invited to join the Temple Israel membership on Saturday evening, Aug. 2, at 9 p.m., for a creative Light Up Havdalah activity for children. As Shabbat is ushered out, the fun will begin using various light sources (glow sticks, flashlights, etc.), and a camera set up with a long exposure that will enable everyone to create light art. Following the festivities, s'mores will be served. No RSVP is needed and there is no charge. For more information, please call... Full story
Jewish National Fund (JNF) will host its annual Tree of Life™ Award Dinner at the Rosen Plaza Hotel on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014. The event will honor Orlando Magic Executive Alex Martins and local philanthropists Valeria and Jim Shapiro with the prestigious Tree of Life™ Award. Alex Martins originally joined the Orlando Magic as director of publicity/media relations before accepting his current role as Chief Executive Officer in 2011. Past chairman of the Metro Orlando Economic Development Com... Full story
"Happy Hours at Savannah Court have never been more joyous since singer and volunteer, Esther Portes, began serenading our seniors," said Jewish Pavilion volunteer coordinator Gloria Newberger, who shared that she had run out of song-leaders after six years of organizing weekly sing-alongs and ice cream socials at the Maitland facility, adding that most volunteers were more comfortable dishing out ice cream than "the Golden Oldies." Newberger continued, "Soon after my plea, this angel, Esther... Full story
Passport to Hebrew is Temple Israel's summer children's program for Hebrew enrichment. The program is open to all school-age children (members and non-members) and will take place on July 30, July 31 and Aug. 1 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Roth Social Hall. Whether your child needs a refresher course in Hebrew, or if he/she is new to Hebrew, this program will be fun and exciting. This year's "Falafel Edition" will be centered on Israel and will feature a mini-ulpan experience. There will b... Full story
This month, 47 members of Our Jewish Orlando (OJO) group welcomed special guest Dr. Yudit Greenberg, director of the Rollins College Jewish Studies Program to Torah on Tap at TAPS restaurant in Winter Park Village. Dr. Greenberg went in depth with the group as they spoke about love and the body in Judaism. Powered by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando, OJO has been successful in bringing Orlando's next generation together for connection and conversation. Shown here is Seth Payne listening... Full story
Even the best of medical care does not address loneliness, identity and belonging. Staff members and volunteers of the Jewish Pavilion (JP) bring Jewish culture to the doorstep or bedside of Jewish long-term care residents living in Central Florida's assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Familiar traditions, rituals, and culturally based activities can turn everyday existence into a life of meaning, celebration, and connection. Those who cannot live at home on their own are likely to... Full story
Temple Israel is co-sponsoring a Summer Sunday on July 27 with the JCC at the JCC campus. Current Temple Israel families and prospective families are invited to stop by the Temple Israel table where there will be lunch, music and games from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All families are invited and encouraged to stay for the remainder of the day and enjoy the pool and outside areas of the JCC campus. JCC membership is not required for entry. For more information, please contact the Temple Israel office... Full story
As Israel is entering the second week of constant barrage by rockets and missiles, the emotional and physical toll on the Israelis, especially the children and the elderly, is rising. Approximately 37,000 children live within 25 miles of Gaza. Today, many more thousands of children are impacted as other areas of the country have come under attack. With only 15 seconds to get to safety, families must keep close to their bomb shelters. Three hundred children suffering from severe PTSD syndrome have already been identified as victims of terror.... Full story
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF announces a collaboration with the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida. Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the passage and signing of the Civil Rights Act, the two organizations will partner to present “The Best of Enemies” from Oct. 15—Nov. 16, 2014 on the Goldman Theater stage. The powerful new play, based on a true story by Mark St. Germain, exposes the poison of prejudice and the beauty of friendship. Single tickets to the play are available now by calling (407)... Full story
Jewish moms, dads and their youngsters gathered at the end of June for the Shalom Families summer kickoff. Kids were able to beat the heat at Downey Park's Splash Pad. Fifteen families came out to enjoy the event. Shalom Families provides opportunities for young families to gather for fun and friendship.... Full story
The Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando announces the establishment of Jewish Teen Education Network (JTEN), an innovative response to the changing needs of today’s teens. JFGO hopes this initiative will act as a clearing house for all Jewish teen education in Central Florida. For more than two decades, Jewish teens have come together to engage in Jewish learning through Beit Hamidrash (the Community Hebrew High School). During this time, more than one thousand teens have come through its doors. As times change and the expectations of teenager... Full story
On Monday June 23, 2014, an Israel Scouts Summer Friendship Caravan came to Orlando as guests of the Boy Scout Troupe 6 at Camp Ithiel. The visit was organized by Scoutmaster Brian Collins, who was first introduced to Israel Scouts (Tzofim) when his son did a bar mitzvah volunteer project. Since that time, Collins has worked on bringing the Tzofim to Orlando and this year his dream became a reality. The Summer Caravan had been traversing Florida last month, visiting summer camps and community... Full story
Music teacher: The Steinmetz Family School of Chai at Congregation of Reform Judaism, Orlando is seeking a music specialist for the 2014-15 school year. The hours are Sundays from 9:15 a.m. -12:45 p.m. Candidates should have a minimum of a basic familiarity with Jewish songs and prayers. The music specialist will teach grades Pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Enthusiasm and ruach is a must! Ability to sing and play an instrument such as guitar or piano required. Sixth-grade teacher: The Steinmetz Family School of Chai at Congregation of... Full story
Wednesday July 2nd, the Jewish community came together to mourn the loss of the three Israeli teens who had been kidnapped on June 12th. Eighteen days after their disappearance, the bodies of Eyal Yifrach, Gilad Shaar, and Naftali Frenkel, were discovered Monday, June 30th. Communities around the world responded with prayer services, letters of condolence to the families and memorials. Here in Orlando, The Jewish Federation, JCRC and GOBOR came together to plan a memorial service. Ina Porth,... Full story
This year marked the 19th anniversary of the Holocaust Center's annual Teachers Institute. Teachers at every grade level, and in every discipline, were invited to participate in this five-day institute designed to assist them in incorporating Holocaust Education in their classroom as required by Florida Statutes, Chapter 1003.42. Nearly two dozen teachers, from five various school counties, and local community residents enrolled in this year's program. The week-long program, which began June... Full story
Rabbi Karen Allen of Congregation Beth Sholom will lead a Torah Roundtable on July 24 at 11 a.m. at the Sumter County Administration Building (with the golden dome) at 7375 Powell Rd. (near Pinellas Plaza and 466A), Wildwood. The roundtable provides a unique opportunity to talk with the rabbi as she leads an informal and interactive discussion focusing on topics of contemporary Jewish interest suggested by the Torah portion of the week. The public is also invited to join us for our Saturday morning service at 10 a.m. on July 26. A Kiddush... Full story
The 31st annual Beat-the-Heat 5K JCC Road Race is happening Thursday, Aug. 7. It will start and finish at Maitland's Roth JCC, 851 N. Maitland Ave. This legendary (non-chipped) event benefits the Roth JCC. Startint time is 7 p.m. and finishes at 9 p.m. The cost is $23, which includes entry, race T-shirt, and post-race pizza pool party (ever swim in pizza?) Registrations made on the day of the race in person will be $28. For more information, contact Royal Webster, 407-645-593... Full story
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (JTA) — For Rabbi Richard Levy, it was an emotional return to this historic northeastern Florida city. The first time Levy came to St. Augustine 50 years ago, he and 15 other rabbis and a Reform Jewish leader endured taunts from segregationists armed with broken bottles and bricks. They were jailed along with other civil rights activists after taking part in protests at a segregated motel. “As I came here and saw the sign that said St. Augustine, I was stunned,” the Los Angeles resident told a standing room only crowd of ov... Full story
Orlando, FL—Jewish National Fund (JNF) will host an Emergency Phone-a-Thon on Tuesday, July 15 from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Law Offices of Edward G. Milgrim, P.A. CEO Russell Robinson said, “All across Israel, from Sderot to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, we are providing the resources so that people can be safe and continue to enjoy a good quality of life. While these are not ideal times, I pray for the safety of the people of Israel and all who have the yearning for peace.” JNF is actively supporting Israeli firefighters, who have been on duty 24-ho... Full story
Cantor Isaac Kriger has been officially engaged as permanent cantor and spiritual leader for Temple L'Chayim in Clermont. Born in Mexico of Lithuanian descent, Cantor Kriger has officiated as a cantor extensively throughout Central Florida as well as Southern California, Boston and Las Vegas. He has also performed in concert for various Jewish organizations in Central Florida as well as throughout the United States. Kriger's training and experience have given him the ability to daven in both... Full story
Boy Scout Troop 641, the only Jewish-sponsored Boy Scouting Unit in Central Florida, is sending four members to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico July 15. Usher Larry Brown will accompany his son Daniel, and Scoutmaster Mark Kluger will accompany his son Nathan. The four will be part of the Central Florida Council Contingent leaving for a 15-day expedition to the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. The members have trained since August 2013 for their 80-plus mile hike through the mountains, where... Full story
The formulation of the Zionistas, an organization of Christians and Jews who love and support Israel, began over lunch at the Garden Gate Tea Room in Mt. Dora. Owner Karen Sandvick, originally from Norway, spent her earlier years as a photojournalist working for international news organizations. She has been a devoted supporter of Israel since her first assignment to Israel. At the end of June, the doors closed at the Tea Room and the Zionistas lunched there for their last visit on June 25. The... Full story
Entertainer Penny D'Agostino graced the residents of Conway Lakes, a Jewish Pavilion sponsor, with a show of old favorites and Broadway tunes. The residents, staff and Jewish Pavilion volunteers sang along with D'Agostino as she provided the words on the big screen TV creating a great afternoon program for everyone.... Full story
"Hine(y) ma tov u'ma-nayim, Shevet ach-im gam ya-chad," reads the first verse of Psalms 133. ""Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" As American Jews across the country joined together in solidarity to express concern for the three Israeli teens who were kidnapped on June 13, the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando and the Greater Orlando Board of Rabbis organized a #BringBackOurBoys solidarity vigil for Gilad Shaar, Naftali Frenkel and Eyal Yifrah... Full story
