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On Sunday, Nov. 6, Temple Israel Sisterhood, together with friends and community members, will head south to Pompano Beach for a day of adventure and camaraderie. Bagels, snacks and water will be available and a comedy video and movie will be shown for the travelers' pleasure. It always makes for a very pleasant and fast ride! South Florida family and friends can join the group at the Food Court for additional enjoyment. First stop will be the famous Festival Flea Market where everyone can shop... Full story
Giles, Howe, a composer and producer formerly from the United Kingdom and now living in Florida, will have a selection from his show “Soviet Union” performed by The Bel Canto Singers at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Daytona Beach Shores, on Oct. 16 at 3:30 p.m. “Soviet Union” made its debut at the London Jewish Museum in 2014. The show is a musical drama set in Birobidzhan, the Jewish Autonomous Region of Siberia, and looks at the lives of an American and a Ukrainian family who each move to what they soon find out is a failed state,... Full story
L’Shanah Tovah from the Jewish Community Relations Council! We look forward to a year ahead of continuing to advocate for Israel and the Jewish people, engage with other organizations in acts of tikkun olam, and build relationships within and beyond our Central Florida Jewish community. As 5777 gets underway, we want to give you a preview of what we will be working on in the coming months: Being more proactive on Israel All too often, we extol Israel during times of strife; when Israel is attacked, either physically or verbally, we spring i... Full story
They started out as volunteers, and some strangers to each other, but they had one common passion-mahjong. And now they have yet another love in common, their dear friend Ruth Elson. Over three years ago, Ruth Elson, had been adjusting to her new home at Horizon Bay on Montgomery Ave. The one void in her life was her mahjong game, which she was used to playing several times a week. Julie Levitt, a program director for the Jewish Pavilion and also an avid mahjong player, knew that she had to... Full story
Just last month, Josh Zeffren, a seventh grader from Congregation Ohev Shalom, approached The Jewish Pavilion regarding meeting with a senior regularly and exploring his or her Jewish history. This would be his bar mitzvah project-with the tangible result being a short written journal of what was discussed. Josh continued on his path this past week, meeting with Pearl Bernstein, a relatively new resident of Brookdale Island Court. The two chatted about half an hour, sharing life stories. Neither... Full story
Celebration Jewish Congregation (Reform) Rabbi Dr. Richard M. Cowin with Wendi Harris Cantorial soloists Dr. Norton and Jane Christeson Celebration’s Heritage Hall 951 Spring Park St. Celebration, Fla. 407-566-9792 www.jewishcelebration.org Tues. Oct. 11 Kol Nidre, 6:30 p.m. Wed. Oct. 12 Yom Kippur, 9 a.m.; Yizkor, 11 a.m. Chabad House, Center for Jewish Life (Orthodox) Rabbi Yossi Hecht All services take place at 13030 CR 103 Oxford, Fla. 352-330-4466 www.ourchabad.org Tues. Oct. 11 Kol Nidre, 6:45 p.m. Wed. Oct. 12 Yom Kippur, 10 a.m.; T... Full story
The Jewish Pavilion and VITAS Healthcare will offer a Grief Support Group for people who have lost spouses, children, parents or loved ones. This is a six-week program that will meet every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. –noon, beginning Oct. 19 and continue through Nov. 23. The Support Group will be led by Rabbi Maurice Kaprow and held at Oakmonte Village, 1021 Royal Gardens Circle Lake Mary, Fla.... Full story
Five Jewish mothers from Orlando participated in the Jewish Women's Renaissance Project (JWRP) Leadership Conference in College Park, Md. The JWRP Leadership Conference, held in collaboration with Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, gathered Jewish women from across the world to hone their leadership skills and create a global Jewish women's movement. The annual conference was launched in 2013 with 65 participants from the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and has grown to include some 300 people... Full story
Ellie Bodker, the international president (N'siah) of BBYO, the world's leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement, visited the greater Orlando Jewish community over Sept. 15-18. Bodker, of Overland Park, Kan., was elected by 700 of BBYO's top teen leaders to serve at the helm of the organization, representing the B'nai B'rith Girls (BBG), BBYO's renowned leadership program and high school sorority, travel around the world and motivate Jewish teens to grow their local BBYO programs, strengthen... Full story
With the coming of Rosh Hashanah, Jews around the world will celebrate the new year of 5777. According to the Jewish calendar, the world’s oldest calendar still in use today, the year 5777 will begin on the evening of Sunday, Oct. 2. Rosh Hashanah, the beginning of the Jewish High Holiday period, is a two-day celebration and includes the customs of sounding the “shofar” (a hollowed-out ram’s horn) and the eating of symbolic foods such as apples dipped in honey to evoke a “sweet new year.” The High Holidays end with Yom Kippur 10 days later.... Full story
If you have ever watched any of the television shows on the Food Network-shows like "Chopped," or "Cutthroat Kitchen"-you have a glimmer of an idea as to what JFS Orlando's Pantry to Plate Chef's Challenge is all about (except no one is "chopped" and it isn't cutthroat). Three area chefs from well-known restaurants each select food from the Pearlman Pantry and prepared an outstanding dish for three judges and all the guests (about 160 of them) to decide which dish was the best based on... Full story
Special thanks to Larry and Renee Pitt for donating items from Larry's parent's estate to the Jewish Pavilion. The agency was able to use some of the items directly and sell the remainder. Pictured is Adele from Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs relaxing on her Judaic blanket donated from the Pitt estate. Adele is a retired college art professor. She was especially appreciative of the beauty of the blanket tapestry said Nancy Ludin, who visits her weekly.... Full story
Jewish Pavilion nonagenarians Cee-cee, Zelda and Margaret are enjoying their lollypops as they are getting ready for Sunday in the Park at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, at Cranes Roost. Pictured (standing l-r) are Nancy Ludin, exec. dir.; Mary Vindett, activities dir. at Horizon Bay; (seated, l-r) Nonagenarians Cee-cee, Zelda and Margaret.... Full story
Start on a family discovery journey with the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Orlando (JGSGO) as it continues “My Jewish Roots” a JGSGO Workshop Roadshow. Join JGSGO for all nine remaining free workshops coming to locations throughout the Orlando metro area or participate over the Internet. Each participant’s family discovery journey will include directed hands-on labs that will lead to extending their family tree—adding newly discovered ancestors and living cousins. The second “My Jewish Roots” workshop, “Connect to the Experts and K... Full story
The Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando has announced the dates of its 18th Annual Central Florida Jewish Film Festival, held in conjunction with the Enzian Theater—Nov. 12-14. The festival’s committee, chaired by Harriet Weiss and Risa Tetenbaum, have screened over 65 films. The weekend kicks off on Saturday night at the Orlando Science Center, followed by two more days of films on Sunday and Monday at the Enzian. “The past few years have brought in an overwhelming crowd,” said Weiss. “This year’s films promise to be on pa... Full story
The onset of autumn means cooler weather, fall flavors, and Sukkot. Temple Israel will celebrate all three with “Dinner Under the Stars” in their sukkah on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. This event is open to the community and takes place on a religious school day. Temple Israel member Lauren Brown, who will be leading a team of volunteer cooks and servers, said, “Our wonderful kitchen mavens are planning an exciting Sukkot menu of pumpkin soup, apricot chicken, harvest vegetables, and rice pilaf with kid-friendly options.” Some of those k... Full story
Following a fabulous Yiddish Class at Brookdale Island Lake, Emily Newman, program pirector for the Jewish Pavilion, passed out 5777 calendars to the residents and participants. Special thanks to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel for providing 500 calendars to the Jewish Pavilion. Pictured is Emily Newman handing a calendar to Berny Raff.... Full story
Please join Jewish Pavilion program directors and volunteers for a high holiday service at any of these locations. The services are open to all. If you are looking for an address, please visit The Jewish Pavilioin website, www.jewishpavilion.org and click on facilities. Sept. 30th @ 11:00am at Island Lake Nursing Center Sept. 30th @ 3:00pm at Oakmonte Siena Sept. 30th @ 4:00pm at Atria at Lake Forrest Oct. 2nd @ 12:30pm at Gentry Park Oct.2nd @ 3:00pm at Arbor Cove Oct 3rd @ 12:00 at Brookdale Ocoee Oct 3rd @ 2:30pm at Horizon Bay Lake Orienta... Full story
Celebration Jewish Congregation (Reform) Rabbi Dr. Richard M. Cowin with Wendi Harris Cantorial soloists Dr. Norton and Jane Christeson Celebration’s Heritage Hall 951 Spring Park St. Celebration, Fla. 407-566-9792 www.jewishcelebration.org Sun. Oct. 2 Erev Rosh Hashanah, 6:30 p.m. Mon. Oct. 3 Rosh Hashanah Service, 9 a.m. Tues. Oct. 11 Kol Nidre, 6:30 p.m. Wed. Oct. 12 Yom Kippur, 9 a.m.; Yizkor, 11 a.m. Chabad House, Center for Jewish Life (Orthodox) Rabbi Yossi Hecht All services take place at 13030 CR 103 Oxford, Fla. 352-330-4466 w... Full story
When The Jewish Pavilion raised funds for the elder-care community with "A Walk in the Park" and then "A Taste in the Park," Pavilion annual member and volunteer, Dolores Indek, was right there, showing her support by purchasing memorial signage to honor a loved one. Indek made a yearly donation at each fundraiser, memorializing her beloved parents while helping the Pavilion with its mission to bring Jewish life and connection to residents of Orlando's senior living communities. "Dolores Indek... Full story
On Yom Kippur Day, Wednesday, Oct. 12, starting at 4:30 p.m., High Holiday services at Temple Israel will be open to the community (no tickets required) beginning with the afternoon prayer service of Mincha. All prayer services will be held in the main sanctuary. Following Mincha at 6 p.m. there will be a community memorial service at which time all are invited to remember in prayer loved ones who are no longer with us. This service will also recall those who have perished throughout the ages. In addition, there will be a special remembrance... Full story
JFS Orlando recently received a $30,550 grant from the annual Community Investment Grant Round at Central Florida Foundation. The grant will be used to establish a computer lab to be used by JFS Orlando clients and assist in agency technology upgrades. The computer lab will provide a place for clients to research and apply for job opportunities, write resumes and conduct employment workshops. “We are undergoing major renovations at JFS Orlando and this new computer lab will play a large role in our ability to better serve our community,” sai... Full story
"Through my time involved with Knights for Israel and being involved in the pro-Israel world, I've always mentioned how thankful I am to be at a university where even if anti-Israel sentiment exists, it's under the radar. And today was a beautiful example," said Jesse Benjamin Slomowitz, a student at UCF and member of the Knights for Israel. With anti-Semitism raging on college campuses across the U.S., the Jewish students at the University of Central Florida, with a few exceptions, have not... Full story
Theater at the J is presenting the rock-and-roll hit musical "Bye, Bye Birdie" on Thursday Sept. 29. As a lead up to the opening, producing director Kerry Giese wanted to do something different-and gutsy-to promote the play. He is going to show the movie version of "Bye, Bye Birdie" for free on Saturday, Sept. 17, complete with popcorn and soft drinks, in The Roth Family JCC's Harriett & Hymen Lake Auditorium. "This doesn't mean don't come see the play!" Giese quickly added. In fact, the play... Full story
The Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando (JFGO) recently awarded $7,800 in Jewish Teen Education Grants for the 2016-17 academic year. JFGO’s Jewish Teen Education Network (JTEN), now in its third year, awards the grants to support ongoing academic Jewish teen educational programming in the Central Florida community. For the 2016-17 academic year, six Central Florida congregations received awards: Temple Shir Shalom/Temple Israel, Congregation of Reform Judaism, Congregation Ohev Shalom, Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation (SOJC) and C... Full story
