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Students Supporting Israel at the University of Central Florida has arranged a walkout/protest on Thursday, Jan. 18, starting at 10:07 a.m. to support the Hostages in Israel. The marchers will meet in front of the library, at 9:30 a.m., hold a moment of silence at 10:07 a.m. and march around the library, through the student union, and along the Memory Mall to the Addition Financial Arena. As of Jan. 18, the hostages will have been held captive for 104 days. Jan. 18 is also the first birthday of...
“A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting” Documentary Screening On Jan. 21, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Shalom Orlando, 851 N Maitland Ave, Maitland, the Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center will present its Continuing Discussion Series: Crucial Conversations for a Unified Florida. The film “A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting” delves deep into the lives of survivors, victims, and their families, offering poignant firsthand accounts of a shattered community’s resilience. This documentary sheds light on societal...
Hearing the inspiring story of Saul Dreier, a Holocaust survivor who worked in Schindler’s Factory and survived three concentration camps, on Jan. 24, 7 p.m., at Chabad Lubavitch of North Orlando, 1701 Markham Woods Rd., Longwood. Also enjoy the melodies of the Holocaust Survivor Band, which Dreier founded. The cost is $25, early bird is $20 by Jan. 16. Space is limited For more information and to RSVP, call 407-636-5994 or visit www.jewishnorthorlando.com/band....
Dillard's Department Store in Altamonte Springs is proud to announce its role as the host venue for the upcoming Jewish Pavilion Annual Fashion Show on Feb. 15, 2024, starting at 9:30 a.m., according to Nancy Nguyen, the store manager. Dillard's encourages the community to extend financial support to The Jewish Pavilion, recognizing its remarkable contributions to the community. This year's fashion show will specifically honor Lisa Eichenblatt, acknowledging her unwavering commitment, board...
The program directors, staff, and volunteers working with The Jewish Pavilion have earned a well-deserved rest after filling and distributing approximately 450+ holiday bags and conducting an average of 26 programs in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Long-Term Health facilities throughout Central Florida. In an effort to make the celebrations special, each year I look around for unique foods that enhance the holidays. Latkes, the favorite treat for Chanukah, are prepared and...
Jan. 9 — Kabbalah One Class This 10-week course will be held in the Senior Lounge from 6 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. The course is free. Information, please email Michael Slone, mslone@slonebrothers.com Jan. 16 — Annual Appreciation Event for Legacy Donors & Community Members Learn about charitable giving, gift and estate planning, market, economic and philanthropic trends. Keynote speakers are Michael Murdoch, vice president of Goldman Sachs, Investment Strategy Group; and Laura Stegossi, vice president of Goldman Sachs, Family Office. Event begin...
(JTA) — A global bestseller by a Jewish Holocaust victim; a novel by a beloved and politically conservative Jewish American writer; a memoir of growing up mixed-race and Jewish; and a contemporary novel about a high-achieving Jewish family are among the nearly 700 books a Florida school district removed from classroom libraries this year in fear of violating state laws on sexual content in schools. The purge of books from Orange County Public Schools, in Orlando, over the course of the past semester is the latest consequence of a conservative m...
School Out Days When schools close for the holidays it can be a magical time. But the school schedule doesn’t work for some working families. The Rosen JCC offers School Out Days. When OCPS schools close, School Out Days give families a place where kids can have a day of fun. Kids get games, playground time and other activities. The new year will kick off with School Out days on Jan. 3, 4, 5 and 8. Kids can be dropped off at 9 a.m. and picked up at 4 p.m. Extended hours are available. To learn more and to register, visit www...
Central Florida continues to see an influx of observant families. In response to a growing need for Jewish families seeking affordable housing, attractive schooling options, warmer winters and lower taxes, a new 14-mile eruv has been established. Over the past year, local real estate executive Jacob Hara with the assistance of two rabbis from south Florida and under the supervision of Rabbi Sholom Ber Dubov of Chabad of Greater Orlando, investigated, planned and established this eruv. What is...
On Dec. 4, the Hilton in Altamonte Springs played host to the JP Connections luncheon, leaving attendees with a memorable experience. The highlight of the luncheon was the recognition of Judy Appleton, who was honored with the Volunteer of the Year award for her outstanding contributions and dedication. Looking ahead, JP Connections is gearing up for its next spectacular event - the annual fashion show at Dillard's on Feb. 15. The upcoming affair promises to be a stylish celebration where Lisa...
Last Thursday, Dec. 7, Dr. Daniel Layish and Keith Dvorchik hosted a meeting with a group from CityServe Israel. The discussion was about how the Christian and Jewish communities can help the moshavs and kibbutzim in the southern Negev region that was attacked by Hamas. A spokesman from Moshav Ein Habesor, Dr. Yftach Gepner, who has lived in Orlando and now lives in Ein Habesor, shared his experience on Oct. 7. Ein Habesor is about 4 miles east of Gaza. On that fateful Simchat Torah, he woke to...
On Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., the Jewish Pavilion and the Maitland Chamber of Commerce will come together for a celebration of Tu B’Shevat. This special event will take place at New Hope for Kids in Maitland, 544 Mayo Ave., Maitland. Tu B’Shevat holds significance in the Jewish calendar as a celebration of nature, trees, and the environment. Volunteers and dedicated Jewish Pavilion staff are gearing up to prepare homemade dishes, drawing inspiration from Jewish culture and the essence of Tu B’Shevat. To be a part of this $10 celeb...
Shalom Orlando, in collaboration with the Kabbalah Centre, is excited to announce the launch of its newest spiritual offering, the Kabbalah One Class, designed to provide a profound exploration of the mystical teachings of Kabbalah. This insightful course will take place at Shalom Orlando’s Maitland campus. Kabbalah is a proven system of spirituality that is grounded in ancient wisdom. With practical, everyday strategies, along with answers to humanity’s biggest questions, this system helps you design your best life and create meaningful cha...
In the midst of the pervasive “Merry Christmas” greetings that echo through Central Florida during the holiday season, the Jewish Pavilion stands as a beacon of inclusivity, ensuring that the spirit of Chanukah is celebrated and cherished among the elderly in assisted living and nursing homes. While the ubiquitous holiday wish is generally well-intentioned, the Jewish Pavilion’s educational efforts have empowered caregivers to go beyond the commonplace and embrace the cultural diversity of their residents. The Jewish Pavilion has played a cru...
Jack Hartmann, a popular children’s entertainer, will be performing live in concert at the Rosen Event Center. Hartmann has a Kids Music Channel on YouTube. His music is research-based and teacher-approved to focus on helping children learn things like the alphabet, the days of the week and how to count to 100 through the medium of music. The concert takes place on Tuesday, December 19. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the concert starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com....
When Rabbi Chaim Boruch and Rivkie Lipskier opened a new $6.5 million, 14,000-square-feet building recently to serve the 7,000 Jewish students at the University of Central Florida, one of the largest Jewish student populations on any campus in the world outside Israel, the ribbon-cutting ceremony in East Orlando drew 350 to 450 students, faculty, and administrators, city representatives and alumni from as far as Las Vegas, Los Angeles and New York. The Lipskiers used to accommodate 100 to 200...
The Jewish Pavilion is a special organization dedicated to ensuring that the elderly members of the Jewish community are not forgotten. It has been a lifeline for seniors residing in long-term care facilities for the past 23 years. As the year 2024 unfolds, the Jewish Pavilion embarks on its annual membership appeal. In December, appeal letters will be sent to 4000 households. The message is clear: membership in the Jewish Pavilion is not just a financial contribution; it is a gift of love and attention to the elders who had become part of the...
On Tuesday, Dec. 5, the local chapter of the Zionist Organization of America will host guest speaker Susan B. Tuchman who will discuss "The campus war against Israel & Jews." Tuchman is the director of the ZOA's Center for Law and Justice. Under her leadership, the ZOA pioneered the use of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act to protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment and intimidation. After a ZOA-led battle which included rallying other national Jewish organizations and bipartisan...
‘Tis the season for joy, gratitude, and celebration, and what better way to kick off the festivities than by joining JP Connections for a luncheon and holiday shopping experience on Monday, Dec. 4, at 11 am. The venue for this merry gathering is the Hilton in Altamonte Springs. One of the highlights of the event is the recognition of Judy Appleton, a deserving individual who has made significant contributions to JP Connections. “The luncheon serves as a platform to honor and express gratitude to Judy for her dedication and hard work. It...
More than 250 people attended Jewish National Fund-USA’s Breakfast for Israel on Friday, Nov. 10, at the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs in a powerful show of solidarity and unity with the Jewish State. The event’s featured speaker was Elie Klein, a Baltimore native who immigrated to Israel and is now a world advocate for the disability community, promoting inclusion, equity, and access around the globe. As Jewish National Fund-USA’s Liaison for ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran, a world-class rehabilitation facility for people with disabilities locat...
The Rosen JCC is full of events for the entire family. November offers: Saturday Night Out — This is the perfect chance for parents to plan a night out as we come up on the busy holiday season. Parents can drop off children on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 6 p.m. -11 p.m. Children get a night full of games, playground time, pizza and a movie. This event does fill up so make sure to book early www.rosenjcc.org/sno. School Out Days — This month OCPS will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Rosen JCC School Out Days will offer childcare on Mon...
The Congregation Ohev Shalom Sisterhood is hosting the 11th Annual Mah Jongg Tournament on Sunday, Nov. 19, from noon to 5 p.m. This is a community wide event and all are welcome. The entry fee is $40. There will be prizes won and food available. RSVP by Nov. 15. For information, contact Lila Tinkoff, 703-626-6106 or moraht@cfl.rr.com....
This past Sunday, Oct. 29, marked Temple Israel’s First Annual Book Fair and Corned Beef Sandwich Day, and whether measuring books, beef, or bucks, the event was a success. Thousands of books were donated over the last several months and up to the day of the event, which was held in Temple Israel’s Roth Social Hall at 50 S. Moss Road in Winter Springs. Organized by fiction, nonfiction, and children’s categories, books filled nearly a dozen tables, including one for miscellaneous media such as ga...
The Jewish Pavilion's recent online auction, which ran from Oct. 22 to 27, 2023, has proven to be a resounding success, with over 300 bidders coming together to raise a remarkable $30,000+. This achievement is a testament to the incredible dedication and generosity of the Jewish Pavilion's supporters, board members, and donors. What sets this auction apart is that all 375 items featured in the event were generously donated by board members and donors. This unique aspect ensures that every...
Throughout history, whenever the Jewish people faced danger, in addition to protecting themselves physically, they turned their eyes to their father in heaven and prayed for salvation. Nate’s Shul and Chabad of North Orlando has gotten together to help assist those who take upon themselves Mitzvos for the merit of victory and peace in the Holy Land. TEFILLIN: Jewish men or boys over Bar Mitzvah who commit to putting on Tefillin every weekday will be given their own pair of Tefilin if they don’t already have their own. MEZUZAH: Any Jewish hou...
