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Heritage Florida Jewish News is accepting nominations through today for the 2013 Heritage Human Service Award, which will be presented in August at the annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando. “For more than 25 years, individuals who have made major, voluntary contributions of their talent, time, energy, and effort to the Central Florida community have been honored with the selection and presentation of this award,” says Jeff Gaeser, editor and publisher of the Heritage. Last year’s recipient was Dr. Zena Sulkes. The Herit... Full story
The leadership of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando’s Early Childhood Learning Centers returned in March from the JCCs of North America Professional Conference at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, where they studied together in the JCC Association’s new early childhood framework Sheva. More than 80 early childhood leaders, including directors Carol McNally from the Roth JCC’s Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center in Maitland, and Brenda Sher, from the JCC’s Jack & Lee Rosen Southwest Orlando Campus, learned together for five da... Full story
Current parents of Jewish Academy of Orlando, as well as alumni families, members of the board of directors, teachers, colleagues and members of the community joined together May 19 at the Winter Park Racquet Club to honor Lynne Shefsky, the institution’s head of school. In June, Shefsky will be retiring after a 16-year tenure at Orlando’s only K-8th grade Jewish day school. Eight of those years were spent as the head of school, where making sure that every Jewish child who wanted to attend the... Full story
Every spring brings new holidays and for the Jewish Pavilion it means visiting with wonderful, aging Jewish residents, now living in a nursing care facility. “One beautiful morning I had the pleasure of meeting Laura Fischer,” relates Jewish Pavilion program director Melanie Baxt, who was visiting The Parks Health and Rehabilitation Center in Orlando. “I pulled up a chair and we began to talk. She showed me a picture of her new grandson, Jacob, only 10 days old. After reciting the Shabbat praye... Full story
Estate planners, accountants and bankers will have the opportunity to network with other wealth management professionals at a private party in Longwood hosted by Jewish Pavilion Board member Barbara Coenson, (Coenson Law), from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Spouses and significant others are welcome. Participants will be invited to join an advisory board. To obtain an invitation, contact Nancy Ludin, executive director at the Jewish Pavilion at nancyludin@jewishpavilion.org or call... Full story
All good things must come to end. Thankfully the monthly musicals at Horizon Bay Boston Avenue will return in September. What a wonderful “season” it had been with some of the most wonderful entertainers. Not only did the talent bring such joy to the residents on Sunday afternoons, but what made it more meaningful was that these artists showed such passion within their music. Stewart Bloom, one of the entertainers as well as a monthly volunteer with his family, says, “My performance was heart... Full story
The Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation is inviting everyone to submit their family’s stories of both loss and survival from the Nazi Holocaust of WWII. “We at SOJC want everyone to remember history’s lessons in order to avoid repetition and hope to do so by remembering those who were lost and celebrating the stories of survival through a Holocaust Memorial exhibit being constructed for permanent display at SOJC by an aspiring Eagle Scout of Troop 996,” an event planner says. “We invite you to join in this important project by sharing y... Full story
More than 25 Jewish National Fund supporters gathered at the Women For Israel wine and trivia event hosted by Caryn and Mark Israel at their home in Winter Park. Israeli wine expert Laura Abramson educated guests on wines from various Israeli wine regions including the Galil and Judean Hills. “The event was extremely successful,” said Laura Abramson, incoming JNF Orlando campaign executive. “I was excited to see so many women attended to learn about Israeli wines and test their trivia knowl... Full story
Lee Chepenik, chairman of the Roth Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando Golf Classic, presents Robin and Rich Lerner the JCC Community Leadership Award for their outstanding work, dedication and commitment to the Central Florida community. This year’s event was at the Rosen Shingle Creek Golf Resort. Eighty-five golfers participated in the event raising $40,000 for the Marvin Friedman Children Scholarship Fund. Families in need have received more than $1,000,000 the past five y... Full story
(JTA) – Real estate developer Hank Katzen has a conviction: If you build it, they will come. Except this is no baseball field in an Iowa cornfield. It’s a $60 million, 600,000-square-foot luxury dormitory at the nation’s second-largest college campus, the University of Central Florida. When it opens in August, the new dorm will push the bounds of cushiness. Every room has en-suite bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Suites have island kitchens with stone countertops, washer-dryers and walk-in closets... Full story
Hal Bookbinder, a world-renowned expert in genealogy, will be the guest speaker at the next monthly meeting of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Orlando (JGSGO). “The Changing Borders of Eastern Europe” will be presented at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Social Hall in the Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation, 11200 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando. The event is open to the public at $5 for nonmembers and free for members. Few Jews lived in Eastern Europe 1,000 years ago. Yet, it was to... Full story
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando will host its annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 at the Roth JCC in Maitland. The meeting will be themed to “JCC Fever” in honor of its 1973-founding and 40th anniversary. Awards will be presented, there will be the discharging and installing of the board of directors, an introduction of the new Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando executive director, Olga Yorish, and performances by TheatreSouth and the Honorable Menschen Choir. Dinner will be provided, free with RSVP, by Brown’s Deli.... Full story
Sam Glaser, named one of the top 10 Jewish artists in the United States by Moment magazine, will perform Saturday, May 18 in a free concert at Congregation B’nai Torah, 403 N. Nova Road in Ormond Beach. Beginning at 8 p.m. there will be a workshop: Discovering the Architecture of the Human Soul. The concert follows at 9 p.m. Glaser’s soulful music has become part of the fabric of Jewish life in communities worldwide. He has appeared at such venues in Los Angeles as the Greek Theater, Universal Amphitheater, Staples Center and Dodger Sta... Full story
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the J Ball at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Rosen Plaza Hotel. The J Ball will be honoring Susan and Jerry Roth. Space is still available for walk-ups, however babysitting is now closed. There will be food, dancing, caricatures, photo ops, games, casino, silent auction and more. For more information, call the JCC Welcome Center at 407-645-5933.... Full story
Congregation Ohev Shalom held Kitah Zayeen/7th grade graduation on May 8. The class of 5773 shared their thoughts on what it means to be created in the image of God, what it means to be a Jewish adult and their thoughts on Anne Franks quote: “How wonderful that no one need wait a moment to improve the world.” The presentation included songs that related to the students’ words. Congregation Ohev Shalom religious school is currently taking registration for the 2013-2014 school year. Stude... Full story
Fulfilling community service hours is easy when college students engage with the Jewish Pavilion. Students have the opportunity to assist in the office and visit with seniors in long-term care. Pictured are volunteer Laurel Cohen with Ilene, and volunteer Scott Feinberg with Sam. The Jewish Pavilion volunteers were visiting Horizon Bay Altamonte Springs. Call 407-678-9363 to volunteer or e-mail info@jewishpavilion.org.... Full story
Heritage Florida Jewish News is accepting nominations for the 2013 Heritage Human Service Award, which will be presented in August at the annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando. “For more than 25 years, individuals who have made major, voluntary contributions of their talent, time, energy, and effort to the Central Florida community have been honored with the selection and presentation of this award,” says Jeff Gaeser, editor and publisher of the Heritage. Last year’s recipient was Dr. Zena Sulkes. The Heritage is accep... Full story
Seminole County Teacher of the Year Adam Sherman could easily be awarded “Seminole County Mensch of the Year,” as well. Though only 29, Sherman is a seasoned educator who loves his job teaching English and Leadership Development at Lake Brantley High School. Sherman is a leader, himself, serving as an interim dean in fall 2012, as well as bringing anti-bullying and character building programs to promote toleration of ideas and differences among Lake Brantley High School (LBHS) students. Sherman... Full story
Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A. announced that Aaron J. Gorovitz, a long-time real estate partner with the firm, has been appointed to the board of directors of Meritas, a global alliance of 7,124 experienced lawyers in 175 full-service law firms serving 236 markets—all rigorously qualified, independent and collaborative. Gorovitz has been involved with Meritas for several years. He is one of seven elected board members who will serve for a three-year term. Most recently, he s... Full story
Celebrating 40 years is a very special simcha. The Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando is turning 40 this year. Over the last 40 years, the JCC has had many fundraisers, but none is as special or fun as the J Ball, which will take place at the Rosen Plaza Hotel at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The JCC’s previous executive director, Marvin Friedman, had this to say when asked why he plans on attending this year’s J Ball: “For as long as I can remember, Jerry and Susan Roth have been treme... Full story
Jewish National Fund Orlando board member and JNF Doctors for Israel Chair Dr. Shari Yudenfreund-Sujka, left, accepts her coveted Sapphire Society pin from JNF Women’s Campaign for Israel assistant vice president Louise Dabrow. The Sapphire Society, a major gift women’s division of JNF, is an elite group that has raised millions of dollars for a wide variety of projects in Israel. Each member receives a Sapphire Society pin upon becoming a member.... Full story
Sergeant Benjamin Anthony is a combat reservist in the Israel Defense Forces. Born in England, he experienced a brutal anti-Semitic attack that changed the course of his life. He and his brothers made aliyah and joined the IDF, defending Israel in every recent military campaign. After completing his military service, Sgt. Anthony founded Our Soldiers Speak to “separate fact from sensationalism, to distinguish between perception and reality, and to compare the media headlines to the truth.” He... Full story
Dual residency in London and Heathrow led to the formation of the Pavilion Golf Society here in Orlando. Lloyd Green, an active member of the Jewish community in London, shares a passion for the elderly with Ken Davis, another new member of the local Jewish community. Both men are active in the Congregation Ohev Shalom Men’s Club. Together, along with several members of the COS Brotherhood, they decided to plan a golf tournament with proceeds going to the Jewish Pavilion. The tournament will follow in the footsteps of a successful golf t... Full story
The Maimonides Medical and Cardozo Legal societies gathered April 25 at Tim’s Wine Market on Orange Avenue in Orlando to raise a glass for Israel’s 65th birthday. Guests enjoyed Israeli wines, delicious food and delightful entertainment from a local jazz band, The Downbeat Quartet. For more information on how you can get involved with the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando’s business and professional societies, visit www.JFGO.org.... Full story
Logan Schulman, a senior at Seminole High School, who attends Temple Shir Shalom in Oviedo, won a recent poetry contest sponsored by Winter Park Institute at Rollins College. The judge was former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins. In honor of April as National Poetry Month, the Winter Park Institute at Rollins College and Collins recently hosted an event for local high school students titled A Poetry Conversation. Moderated by Collins, the event featured a poetry panel, consisting of four local... Full story
