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The Jewish National Fund is hosting a special event on Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. with guest speaker Chloe Valdary, director of Partnerships and Shillman Fellow at Jerusalem University. Valdary is a Christian. She is black, and she is a "rising star of pro-Israel campus activism," according to The Times of Israel. As the spokesperson for the Israel education program at Jerusalem U, her support for Israel not only cuts against arguments of Students for Justice in Palestine, but also against much black... Full story
The Tribe is a project of The Roth Familly JCC for Jewish 20- and 30-somethings. Chelsea Quereau, the JCC’s Young Adult coordinator, plans on bringing a wide variety of programs for young adults to the community. The Tribe, which started with the Twelve24 Christmas Eve party and the Party of 8 series, will host monthly happy hours and other social, cultural, philanthropic and athletic events. Planned events include a Party of 8 on Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. at the Roth Family JCC; Happy Hour events on Nov. 14 and Dec. 6; and the annual Twelve24. F... Full story
The Jewish Federation of Brevard presents 2018 Taste of Jerusalem on Sunday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wickham Park Community Center in Melbourne. There will be live entertainment, traditional Jewish food, dancing, Chanukah gift displays to do your shopping for the holiday, bounce houses, petting zoo and silent auction. Admission and parking are free. Wickham Park Community Center is located at 2815 Leisure Way in Melbourne. For more information, visit www.jewishfederationbrevard.com.... Full story
Nikki Fried is running for commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services on the Democratic ticket. Her opponent is Republican Matt Caldwell. "Fried brings a wealth of ideas to propel the department forward and to better fulfill its role," said the Miami Herald in its endorsement of her. Nicole "Nikki" Fried was born and raised in Miami and graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree, a master's degree and a law degree. She is a lifelong Democrat, an... Full story
Each year, Jewish teens across our community come together to join in a worldwide day of Jewish youth community service, called J-Serve. This unique, teen-led program provides participants a unique opportunity to band together through service as a united global network committed to fulfilling the Jewish values of gemilut chasidim, acts of loving kindness; tzedakah, just and charitable giving; and tikun olam, the responsibility to repair the world. J-Serve is an annual day that our Orlando teens care deeply about. In order to make our day of... Full story
Jewish Academy of Orlando will hold its annual book fair, Monday, Oct. 29-Nov. 2. This year's theme is Enchanted Forest. The fair's signature event, Family Night, will be held Oct. 28, at 6.30 p.m. The event will feature four children's authors including: Christina Farley, author of "The Princess and the Page"; J.J. Howard, author of "Pugs and Kisses"; Peter Raymundo, author of "Third Grade Mermaid" and "The Narwhal"; and Margaret Mincks, "Payback on Poplar Lane." "Once again, we are delighted... Full story
The Jewish Pavilion and Vitas Hospice is offering a free, six-week Grief Support group for people who have lost loved ones (spouses, children, parents, etc.). The first session is on Monday, Nov.12 from 10:30 a.m. until noon at Oakmonte Village (Valencia Building) in Lake Mary. Rabbi Maurice Kaprow from VITAS Innovative Hospice will lead the discussion. Judaism provides a beautiful, structured approach to mourning that involves three stages. When followed carefully, these stages guide mourners through the tragic loss and pain and gradually... Full story
The Staff of The Jewish Pavilion and other local facilities honor and acknowledge the Seniors who live in long-term care and nursing homes. In 1987, the Federal government passed, “The Nursing Home Reform Law.” This was to establish “Residents’ Rights” for quality care. Some of these rights include: To make independent choices; To participate in one’s own health care; To be fully informed; and Privacy and Confidentiality. The law also requires facilities to promote and protect the rights of residents. Residents’ Rights Month, is an opportunit... Full story
Stetson University Hillel students were invited to meet and dine with the university board of trustees. During dinner they were given an intimate understanding of the role of the board of the university, and had the opportunity to speak one-on-one with board members about their passion for Stetson and their professional advice. Reed Barkowitz, a freshman student from Orlando (sixth from left), was invited to give the opening blessing. The students are shown here with Stetson University... Full story
When Mae Weisman was in a skilled-nursing facility, recuperating from a recent illness, it was only natural for her to miss doing the things she enjoys. One of the things she most looked forward to upon returning home to Brookdale Island Lake is the weekly Shabbat service led by Jewish Pavilion volunteers. Although the Jewish Pavilion had occasional programs and friendly visits at the nursing facility, Weisman missed having the weekly Shabbat program to look forward to. "This is the most... Full story
The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society will offer three programs during the month of November, an Oneg Shabbat following 7:30 p.m. services at First Congregation Sons of Israel on Friday evening, Nov. 9; a Memorial Service at the St. Augustine National Cemetery on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m., the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I; and a free 2-hour walking tour of Jewish St. Augustine to begin at Mission Nombre de Dios at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14. The Nov. 9 Oneg Shabbat following regular 7:30 p.m. Friday evening services... Full story
Congregation Ohev Shalom Sisterhood is hosting a special event with Mark Cooper, JD, who will lead a non-partisan discussion on the 12 proposed Constitutional Amendments and Revision for the 2018 election, on Thursday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. Cooper is a longtime member of COS, a community leader and attorney and adjunct professor at UCF. Refreshments will follow the discussion. The cost is a donation of $5 for non-sisterhood members. To review the amendments in advance, go to dos.myflorida.com/elections.... Full story
Please join your friends from Congregation Ohev Shalom Men’s Club at Mulligan’s in Altamonte Springs, 165 Wekiva Springs Rd, 32779, on Thursday, Oct. 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a choice brew and some good conversation. Contact: Michael Asher, 407 401-3522. Please RSVP - michaeldasher3@gmail.com.... Full story
Jewish Academy of Orlando students celebrated Sukkot and Simchat Torah at Temple Israel and Congregation Ohev Shalom. The Jewish holidays at Jewish Academy of Orlando have always been special. This year, the holidays were even more memorable as the students celebrated with their friends, teachers, and the community at two local synagogues. On Sukkot, students visited Temple Israel where they celebrated by participating in services, visiting the Sukkah, using the Lulav and Etrog, hearing... Full story
An 18th anniversary is a meaningful milestone for a Jewish organization-one that surely warrants a glitzy black-tie affair. But the Jewish Pavilion's Gems and Jeans 2018, to be held Oct. 28, was deliberately designed to be a more laid-back and "haimish" (welcoming) party, where fun and friends are the main focus and where the simple good works of the Pavilion's hundreds of volunteers are honored and celebrated. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour with appetizers, while guests can view... Full story
The Holocaust Center will share the story of Irena Sendler at the annual Kristallnacht commemoration, Nov. 4. Sendler's story will be told by actor and playwright Libby Skala, whose one-woman show had a successful run at the London Fringe Festival. Skala will bring to dramatic life the true story of Sendler, a Polish Catholic social worker who defied Nazi rule to organize an underground network that successfully rescued 2,500 Jewish children from certain death in the Warsaw ghetto during WWII.... Full story
Untold Stories of IDF Soldiers Tour is coming to the United States Oct. 14 - 28, and will be in Orlando Oct. 24 and 25. The Tour, sponsored by StandWithUs, has six teams of reservists who will travel in pairs to various parts of the country to speak about their never-been-told-before personal experiences upholding the strict IDF moral code while fighting an enemy that hides behind its civilians. Putting a "human face" on the IDF, they also discuss their struggles, their successes, and their hope... Full story
Rabbi Yisrael and Tamar Abisror, Yehudi educators, have joined the Central Florida Hillel staff at The University of Central Florida. In an unprecedented demonstration of Jewish unity, these two organizations have joined together with a commitment to focus on developing a vibrant, connected and dynamic Jewish community at America's largest undergraduate institution. "What is unique about this relationship that we have created is that it is the first of its kind where two national Jewish... Full story
Since its beginning in 2014, RAISE has grown in many ways. Still keeping the number of employees at seven-RAISE has been able to fine tune the program that greatly benefits not only those who are employed by RAISE, but their families as well. RAISE, an acronym for Recognizing Abilities & Inclusion of Special Employees, is a work and social skills training program that provides paid employment within partnering agencies of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando. With their newly acquired... Full story
Chabad will present “History of Jews in the Mob: An evening with Myron Sugerman” on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Nate’s Shul, 1701 Markham Woods Rd., Longwood, and Wednesday, Oct. 17 at Chabad South Orlando, 7347 W Sand Lake Road, Orlando. Myron Sugerman, author of “The Chronicles of The Last Jewish Gangster: From Meyer to Myron,” was born in Newark, New Jersey, in 1938 during the mob’s glory days. At the age of 21, he followed his father’s footsteps into the family business—coin-operated amusements. Like his father, Barney “Sugie... Full story
On Sunday, Nov. 4, Temple Israel Sisterhood, together with friends and community members, will head south to Pompano Beach for a day of adventure and camaraderie. There will be bagels, snacks and water, and a comedy video and movie to view on the drive down. It always makes for a very pleasant and fast ride! Attendees can arrange to meet their South Florida family and friends at the Food Court, for additional enjoyment. First stop will be the famous Festival Flea Market where everyone can shop... Full story
Chanukah comes early this year-beginning on the evening of Sunday, Dec. 2. Once again, Joanne Berman and Bernice Cleveland will have wonderful gifts available for the holiday on display in The Roth Family JCC lobby from Monday, Oct. 29 through Friday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. "Don't miss out on the wonderful opportunity to do your Chanukah shopping at the JCC Maitland," said Berman.... Full story
Just about every Monday, residents of Savannah Court and Cove Assisted Living in Maitland enjoy an Ice Cream Social and play a group card game called "Lotto." It's a fun program of the Jewish Pavilion that's run by volunteers, and it's a great way for residents to socialize and be entertained. Residents of all backgrounds and faiths are welcomed, and for many it is a highlight of their week. Savannah Court marketing relations director, Meg Wilson, and other staff wanted to find a way to get resi... Full story
This year, Jewish Academy of Orlando extended recess for all grades to 45 minutes, which for some students is an increase of 125 percent from the 2017-18 school year. In addition to extended recess time, lunch for all grades was increased to 30 minutes, and a mid-morning break of 15 minutes was included in the daily schedule. In recent years, many schools have lessened the amount of time that students spend in free play. In fact, experts find that the decrease may be significantly impacting the... Full story
Temple Israel members take a break from their wine and cheese party on Wednesday, Sept. 26, to show off their "Pink Shabbat" T-shirts in the sukkah. As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Temple Israel had a special Shabbat service, "Sisterhood & Sharsheret: Empowering Jewish Women," on Saturday, Oct. 6 in the Rein Sanctuary. The special service featured guest speaker and survivor Geanne Share. Sharsheret is a Jewish breast and ovarian cancer organization. Temple Israel's... Full story
