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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
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center is kicking off its fall cultural season with a new exhibit titled Two Regimes. The exhibit features the work of two women: Teodora Verbitskya, who chronicled her experiences in Russia in the first half of the 20th Century, and her daughter Nadia Werbitzky, a professional artist who translated her mother's writings into striking pieces of art. The exhibit will be on display at the Holocaust Center through Jan. 6, 2017. Upcoming events: I... Full story
Dr. Yudit Greenberg, George and Harriet Cornell Endowed Professor of Religion and director of the Jewish Studies Program at Rollins College, is pleased to invite the community to a public lecture on the lost tribes of Israel on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. in the Galloway Room, Mills Building, at Rollins. The speaker, Dr. Tudor Parfitt, the world's foremost authority on the mystery and history of the lost tribes, is the Distinguished professor of Sephardi and Mizrahi Studies and the director of... Full story
Do you know of an active and passionate senior over 80 who volunteers countless hours and lends their leadership skills to help organizations in our community? Then please consider nominating them for Kinneret’s 7th Annual 8 over 80 Honorary Dinner. The Kinneret Council on Aging will proudly pay tribute to eight individuals over the age of 80 who have made significant contributions to the Jewish and Central Florida community on Sunday, March 5th, 2017. “The 8 over 80 event really resonates with our mission of the Kinneret Council on Aging and... Full story
On Nov. 20, 2016, three Conservative congregations will hold an event to honor individuals from each of their participating synagogues for outstanding leadership within their synagogue and their community. The event, called “Man of the Year/Youth of the Year” will be held at Temple Israel in Winter Springs. The three Conservative temples in Central Florida sponsoring the event are Congregation Beth Am, Longwood; Temple Israel, Winter Springs; and Congregation Ohev Shalom, Maitland. All of the Men’s Clubs belong to the International Feder... Full story
On Wednesday, Sept. 7, Chabad of North Orlando kicked off its local CTeen chapter for the coming school year. CTeen is a worldwide club aimed at engaging Jewish teenagers in Jewish practice and identity. The "Kick Off" event was held at Nate's Shul in Longwood where the teens got to meet each other, discuss the event calendar for the coming school year, learn about Rosh Hashana and of course have a bite and play some fun games. The highlight of the evening was building beautiful Tzedakah boxes o... Full story
While most people prepare for the Jewish holidays a week in advance, the Jewish Pavilion staff begin their preparations several months in advance. Pictured are 50 challahs and honey cakes, service booklets and High Holiday paper goods to share with over 500 seniors in long- term care. Each Jewish Pavilion program director has a territory (north, south, east and west Greater Orlando) and interacts with activities directors in 15-20 senior communities in that territory. They coordinate High... Full story
