Haunting And Unforgettable, This Ordinary Thing Tells The Story Of Non-Jews Who Helped Save Jewish People Across Europe During The Holocaust. The Film Combines Never-Before-Seen Archival Footage With The Testimonies Of Over Forty Different People Who, Working Independently And At Great Risk To Themselves And Their Families, Saved Thousands Of Jewish Strangers From Almost Certain Death. Narrated By An All-Star Cast, The Film Is A Timely Reminder Of The Pockets Of Goodness That Can Rise In A Sea Of Evil: Everyday People Helping Others Who Were "Different" From Them.

Dancing On Glass, Award-Winning Playwright Gary Morgenstein’s ‘Ripped From The Headlines’ Play That Confronts Antisemitism And Political Bullying At A Private School In Brooklyn, Will Be Given Two Staged Readings On Wednesday, January 14th, 2026. The First, At 1:00 p.m. Will Take Place At The Soref Jewish Community Center, Located At 6501 West Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation, Florida 33313 And The Second At 7:00 p.m. That Same Evening Will Be Held At The Dr. Andre Fladell Civic Center, Located At 16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach, Florida 33446.

Cyberwell, A Nonprofit Trusted Partner Of Meta (Facebook, Instagram And Threads), Tiktok And Youtube Working Alongside The Platforms To Combat Online Antisemitism, Has Identified A Rapidly Expanding Trend Of Coded Antisemitic Hate Speech That Uses Emojis And Coded Language To Target Jews Across Social Platforms. As Meta’s Oversight Board Opens A New Case Examining The Rise Of “Algospeak” And The Use Of Racist Emojis Targeting Black Athletes And Other Marginalized Communities, Cyberwell Is Highlighting How This Same Coded Language Is Rapidly Proliferating Across Social Media And Harming Minority Groups Globally. Within This Broader Context, Cyberwell Submitted Public Comments To Meta’s Oversight Board And Issued Multiple Real-Time Alerts To Social Media Platforms, Detailing Parallel Patterns In Online Antisemitism. Cyberwell’s Research Shows How The Same Dynamics Affecting Black Communities Online Are Also Fueling Use Of Coded Antisemitic Hate Speech, Including The Use Of Terms Such As “Juice” And “Tiny Hat” As Well As Emojis Including: 🧃, 👃, 🤑, 🐷, 🐀, 🐒, 😈, 👿 And 👹 To Dehumanize Jews, Spread Conspiracy Theories And Evade Moderation.

The Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA), The Nation’s Oldest Pro-Israel Organization, Today Called On President Donald J. Trump, Members Of Congress, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), And The Department Of Justice (DOJ) To Reject The Proposed Merger Between Nexstar Media Group And Tegna Inc.

From Arlen And Harburg (“Over The Rainbow”), To Bacharach And David (“Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head”); From Rodgers And Hammerstein (Carousel) To Jerry Herman (La Cage Aux Folles); Or From Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) To Bock And Harnick (Fiddler On The Roof), Jewish Composers And Artists Have Contributed Mightily To The Great American Songbook, To Broadway Musicals, To Pop Music, And To Theatre And The Arts In General. (As Eric Idle And John Du Prez – Non-Jews - So Humorously Recognized And Rhapsodized In Spamalot).

More Than A Thousand Young Professionals Gathered This Month At Pier Sixty In New York City For The 2025 Friends Of The Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Young Leadership Gala—An Inspiring Evening That United The Community To Honor IDF Soldiers, Spotlight Extraordinary Heroism, And Draw Attention To The Rising Humanitarian Needs Facing The Brave Young Men And Women On Israel’s Front Lines.

The Met Council Made Sure Tens Of Thousands Of New Yorkers Were Able To Sit Down To A Real Thanksgiving Meal This Year, And That Only Happened Because Of The Extraordinary And Repeated Generosity Of The Jane Goldman And The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust. Their Support Did Not Just Help, It Saved Thanksgiving For Families And For Thousands Of First Responder Households Across The City.

Nearly 3,000 People Packed The Sold-Out Newark Symphony Hall On Sunday Night For An Unforgettable Celebration Of ZAKA’s 35 Years Of Lifesaving Chessed. The Atmosphere Inside The Theater Was Nothing Short Of Electric, Matched Only By The Tens Of Thousands Who Joined The Livestream From Around The World To Support ZAKA’s Sacred Mission.

Chanukah Is Known For The Miracle Of The Menorah That Took Place In The Temple, But The Holiday Was Called Chanukah From The Word Chanukat Habayit (Lit Dedication Of House), Because It Was The Rededication Of The Temple, After Being Occupied By The Greeks. Chanukah Also Comes From The Word Chinuch, Which Means Education. During This Holiday We Are Supposed To Gather Our Families Together And Educate Our Children And Ourselves, About The Miracles Done For Us On A Constant Basis. Together With Recalling The Original Chanukah Miracles, We Remind Our Families About The Personal Family Stories That We Each Have, The Miracles That Brought Us To Where We Are Today.

It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year To Indulge In Handcrafted, Ultra-Premium Chocolates From World Renowned Chocolatier, Norman Love Confections. The 2025 Holiday Collection And 2025 Hanukkah Collection Will Be Limited-Edition Assortments Of Artisan Chocolates Inspired By Tradition And Expertly Crafted By Norman Love Confections’ Award-Winning Chocolatiers To Beautifully Capture The Spirit Of The Season.

Political, Diplomatic And Civic Leaders Gathered Against The Backdrop Of Rising Global Antisemitism And Intensifying Efforts To Delegitimize Israel, At A Sold-Out Event Sunday At The Zionist Organization Of America’s (ZOA) Justice Louis D. Brandeis Award Superstar Gala Urging Them To Mobilize And Continue The Fight Against Jew Hatred.

www.Newswire.com - A Powerful Migration Is Underway As More New Yorkers Look Beyond Recent Political Shifts And Redirect Their Future Toward South Florida. Increasing Numbers Are Choosing West Palm Beach, A City Transforming Into One Of The Most Dynamic Growth Centers In America. This Surge Is Driven By Record Private Investment, Expanding Financial Institutions And A Newly Designed Urban Landscape Built For The Next Era Of Business And Lifestyle.

The City Of Aventura Proudly Presents The 2025/2026 Aventura Broadway Concert Series, Bringing Broadway’s Brightest Stars And Show-Stopping Performances To The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Stephanie J. Block Kicks Off The Series For A Fantastic Night Of Theater On Saturday, November 22nd At 8:00 p.m. At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.

Thinking Cap Theatre (TCT) Continues Its Bold 15th Anniversary Season With Cymbeline By William Shakespeare, A Rarely Produced Yet Profoundly Resonant Play That Fuses Romance, Tragedy, Comedy And History Into One Dazzling Story.

Elite International Realty, A Full-Service Real Estate Brokerage And Consulting Firm With Over 30 Years In Business In Florida, Announces The Opening Of Its New Corporate Headquarters At 20764 West Dixie Highway, Aventura, Florida 33180.

Before Turning Your Attention To The Comfort Of Filling Soups And Slow-Cooked Meals, Give Warmer Weather One Last Hurrah. If You Have Any Garden Veggies Leftover, This Cucumber And Tomato Salad Offers A Light, Tasty Dish That's Perfect For Packing To The Office. Discover More Recipe Ideas For Any Season At: https://culinary.net.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Of The Centers For Medicare & Medicaid Services

Once A One-Day Shopping Extravaganza Defined By Long Lines And Doorbuster Deals, Black Friday Has Transformed Into A Season Of Rolling Discounts And Fading Excitement.

The Friends Of The Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Westchester/Connecticut Annual Gala, A Night to Salute Our Heroes, Held At The Hyatt In Greenwich, Brought Together Its Most Dedicated Supporters To Honor The Courage, Sacrifice And Resilience Of Israel’s Soldiers. Headlining The Evening Was Lior Raz, Creator And Star Of The Acclaimed Series Fauda And A Former Idf Commando, Who Delivered A Deeply Personal Reflection On Service, Loss, Recovery And The Critical Role Fidf Plays In Supporting Israel’s Defenders.

Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

A Senior Delegation Of Close To A Dozen New York Law Enforcement Officials Visited The National Logistics Center Of ZAKA Search And Rescue In Beit Shemesh To Learn More About Zaka’s Response On October 7Th, 2023 And To Meet Some Of The Civilian Volunteers Whose Lifesaving Work Has Become A Cornerstone Of Israel’s Emergency Response System.

Zionist Organization of America ZOA National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

In A Powerful Stance Against Antisemitism And Hate-Fueled Violence, The Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation (AJCF), In Partnership With The New Visions Public School District Of The New York City Department Of Education, Brought 28 High School Students To The Anne Frank Exhibit At The Center For Jewish Life This Week As Part Of The New Visions Combat Hate Fellowship Run In Partnership With The AJCF.

Welcome To Keller’s Korner. This Article Will Cover The Football Head Coach For The University Of Washington, Jedd Fisch. He Was Born On May 5, 1976, In Livingston, New Jersey, Is One Of The Rare Jewish Head Coaches In Major College Football. Among The 136 Teams In The FBS, Jedd And Ryan Silverfield Of Memphis Are The Only Two Jewish Head Coaches, A Fact That Highlights Both His Personal Achievement And The Small But Meaningful Presence Of Jewish Leadership In The Sport.

On Thursday, November 6th, In Collaboration With St. Thomas University And Soiree Events, Fashion Icon Elie Tahari Unveiled His Latest Designs For The Elie Tahari Collection Runway Show. This Unprecedented Event Was Unlike Any Other He Has Done During His Illustrious Career Spanning More Than Five Decades. This Show Honored The Bravery And Contributions Of Real-Life Heroes, The Courageously Selfless Women Of The Israeli Defense Forces.

As The Polls Closed In New York City's 2025 Mayoral Election, Cyberwell, A Nonprofit Dedicated To Monitoring And Combating Online Antisemitism And A Trusted Flagger For Meta: Facebook, Instagram And Threads, Youtube And Tiktok, Released New Research Revealing Widespread Antisemitic Content Circulating During The Race.

When Fort Lauderdale Resident Dara Levan First Joined The Memorial Foundation Board Of Directors More Than A Decade Ago, She Made It Clear She Was Committed For The Long Haul. At The End Of Her First Term, When The then-CEO Recognized Members Rolling Off The Board, Levan Immediately Spoke Up, “I’m A Lifer. I’m Not Going Anywhere.” True To Her Word, She Has Served Three Terms Across Three CEOs, Briefly Stepping Away Only To Return With Renewed Dedication. Her Tenure Reflects A Deep Loyalty To Memorial’s Mission Of Compassion, Integrity And Patient-Centered Care.

Step Onto The Vibrant Campus Of Temple Beth Am, And You’ll Immediately Sense Something New, Something Extraordinary. At The Heart Of It All Is The Hub – A Dynamic, State-Of-The-Art Addition That Redefines What It Means To Build Jewish Community In The 21st Century. Designed With Intention, Innovation, And Inclusivity, The Hub Is More Than A Space – It’s An Experience.

ZOA National President Morton “Mort” Klein, Expressed His Reaction To Israeli PM Netanyahu’s Address At The United Nations Today, That The Speech Was The PM’s Most Forceful And Churchillian Address Yet.

The Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation (AJCF), A Nonprofit Organization Dedicated To Harnessing The Lessons Of The Holocaust To Combat Contemporary Hate And Bigotry, Has Appointed Michael Cohen As Its New U.S. Executive Vice President. In This Role, Cohen Will Directly Report To The Foundation’s Director General, Working In Close Coordination To Expand AJCF’s Global Mission To Confront Antisemitism, Extremism And Hate In All Its Forms.

ZOA National President Morton “Mort” Klein, Celebrates The Secured Hostage Deal While Expressing That The Deal Is Dangerously Lopsided And That Without Firm Enforcement Of The Later Points In Trump’s Plan – Risks Repeating The Deadly Mistakes Of The Past.

Gila Tolub Is The Co-Founder And Executive Director Of ICAR Collective, Israel's Collective Action For Resilience, Which Is Dedicated To Accelerating Trauma Healing And Advancing Mental Health Resilience Through Coordinated Collaboration Across Israel’s Public Health, NGO, Academic And Research Communities. The Organization’s Mission Is To Protect The Nation’s Health, Productivity And Security, While Positioning Israel As A Global Leader In Mental Health Innovation And Psycho-Trauma Response.

When Belmont Village Senior Living, A Leader In Upscale Senior Living Communities, Joined Forces With Turnberry, Renowned Developer, Owner, And Operator Of Luxury Real Estate, To Co-Develop Belmont Village Senior Living Aventura, It Formed A Collaborative Powerhouse Led By Two Visionary Jewish Female CEOs.

Givat Olga, Israel — For Ruthie And Andy Weiser, The Loss Of Their Grandson, Staff Sgt. Roey Weiser, Will Remain An Open Wound. He Was Killed On The Morning Of October 7th, 2023, Defending His Base As War Erupted Across Israel.

Don’t we all wish to know the secret to aging well? While there may not be a single secret to a long-lived, healthy life there are a few lifestyle elements we should all keep in mind. At Belmont Village Aventura, opening in early 2026, residents will find everything they need for maintaining a healthy lifestyle right at their fingertips. In collaboration with renowned developer Turnberry, Belmont Village Aventura is reimagining senior living in Aventura through innovative design and award-winning programming. Backed by nearly 25 years of experience and research, Belmont Village recently shared three tips for aging well in mind, body and soul.

On The Morning Of October 7th, 2023, ZAKA Volunteer Valerie Dyksztejn Was In Beit Shemesh Celebrating Simchat Torah With Her Husband, Daughter, Son-In-Law, And Grandchildren. The Holiday Was Meant For Dancing, Joy, And Rest. Instead, It Became A Day Marked By Unimaginable Horror.

Learning More About Events From The Past Can Help Make Sense Of Current Circumstances And Inform The Future. Equipping Yourself With Historical Knowledge Gives You The Ability To Understand How Contemporary Society Came To Be.

As The Jewish Calendar Turns To The New Year, Chabad Of Poland Is Marking A Record Year Of Humanitarian And Spiritual Impact, Driven By An Ongoing Commitment To Serving Jews In Crisis And Rebuilding Jewish Life In A Country Historically Associated With Loss.

Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

Two Years After Hamas Livestreamed Its Massacre And Kidnappings During The October 7th, 2023, Terrorist Attacks, Cyberwell, A Trusted Partner Of Major Social Media Platforms And An Independent Tech Nonprofit That Monitors And Combats Online Antisemitism, Is Urging Companies To Restore And Strengthen Content Moderation Systems As The Threat Of Digital Incitement And Extremism Continues To Grow.

Feeling Farklempt About The State Of Modern Language? Longing For A Class That Is Equal Parts Brainy, Bouncy, And A Bisl Nostalgic? Look No Further—Movies Of Delray Is Proud To Announce The Return Of Avi Hoffman’s Yiddish Fun01, A Hands-On, Participatory 3-Week Series Using The Original Curricula Crafted By Columbia University Professor Miriam Hoffman, While Her Son, The Renowned Actor And Professor Of Freylakh, Avi Hoffman, Will Lead The Learning—And The Kvelling.

Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

Tectonic Theater Project (Moisés Kaufman, Founding Artistic Director; Matt Joslyn, Executive Director) Announced Today The Full Cast For The Miami New Drama (Michel Hausmann, Founding Artistic Director; Nick Richberg, Managing Director) Presentation Of Here There Are Blueberries. Following Celebrated Engagements At Mccarter Theatre Center, The Wallis Annenberg, And Berkeley Repertory Theatre, The Production Will Return To Miami For A Highly Anticipated Engagement At Miami New Drama's Colony Theater, Thursday, November 13th, 2025 – Sunday, December 7th, 2025.

Step Onto The Vibrant Campus Of Temple Beth Am, And You’ll Immediately Sense Something New, Something Extraordinary. At The Heart Of It All Is The Hub – A Dynamic, State-Of-The-Art Addition That Redefines What It Means To Build Jewish Community In The 21st Century. Designed With Intention, Innovation, And Inclusivity, The Hub Is More Than A Space – It’s An Experience.

United Way Broward’s Coalition On Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention Is Proud To Announce The Expansion Of Their Seniors’ Services And Resources With United For Seniors, The First Free Online Platform Designed To Help Older Adults Feel Connected, Supported, And Engaged. Initially Launched In September 2024 As A Pilot Program For The Hispanic Community, The Platform Is Now Fully Available In English And Spanish, Providing An Inclusive And Welcoming Space For Seniors, Their Families, And Caregivers.

Don't Look Now, But Air Travelers Are Paying More And Getting Less -- And They're Fine With It.

Since 1888, The Jewish Publication Society Has Been The Preeminent Not-For-Profit Publisher Of Books At The Heart Of Jewish Life In The English-Speaking World. The Mission Of JPS Is To Promote Accessible Scholarship, Presenting The Very Best Of Jewish Learning In An Intellectually Rigorous And Engaging Way To A Broad Public. As A Non-Partisan, Non-Denominational Organization, JPS Brings Voices From Across The Jewish Tradition, Past And Present, Into Conversations At The Heart Of Contemporary Life, Ensuring That Jewish Sources Continue To Speak In An Ever-Changing World. Here Are Two Noteworthy Recent Publications From The Jewish Publication Society.

History Remembers The Horrors Of The Holocaust Through Images Of Ghettos, Gas Chambers, And Grief—But There’s Another Chapter, One Of Defiance, Courage, And Salvation. This Fall, The Holocaust Documentation & Education Center In Dania Beach, Florida, Invites The Public To Witness An Extraordinary, Often-Overlooked Side Of This Dark Era With Its Newest Traveling Exhibition: “Visas For Life: The Righteous And Honorable Diplomats.”

Ahead Of World Democracy Day, CyberWell — A NonProfit Dedicated To Monitoring And Combating Online Antisemitism, And A Trusted Flagger For Meta (Facebook, Instagram, And Threads) And TikTok — Has Published A New Report Revealing A Sharp Rise In Election-Related Antisemitic Content. It Revealed That Enforcement Efforts Tagged During Recent National Election Cycles In The United Kingdom, United States, Canada And Australia. This Surge Comes On The Heels Of A Wider Global Trend Among Democratic Countries Toward Authoritarian Tendencies (Pew Research Center, 2024), Intensifying The Stakes For Both Civic Integrity And The Spread Of Targeted Hate During Elections.

As Rosh Hashanah Approaches, Her Fourth Since Discovering Her Jewish Faith Through Chabad of Poland, Boryslava Bilotserkivska, Known On Stage As Brava!, Reflects Not Just On A New Year, But On An Entirely New Life.

Kosher, But Make It Couture. Paris-Born Chef Olivia Ostrow, Recently Named Best Chef In Miami, Raises The Bar Once Again With The Debut Of Maison Ostrow (Certified Kosher By The ORB), Which Opened August 17, 2025, In North Bay Village At 1666 79th Street Causeway, Suite 102.

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center (AACC) Kicks Off Its 15th Anniversary Season, Celebrating A Legacy Of Enriching The Vibrant Community Of Aventura, Known As The City Of Excellence. Since Opening Its Doors, The Aacc Has Welcomed More Than 375,000 Guests And Presented 437 Sold-Out Performances, Becoming A Cultural Cornerstone In South Florida. With A Commitment To Inclusivity And Diversity, Its Programming Has Included Sensory-Friendly Experiences And Multilingual Performances In Spanish, French, Arabic, Turkish And Haitian Creole. As It Enters This Milestone Year, The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Continues To Elevate Aventura’s Cultural, Educational, Institutional And Artistic Landscape, Promising A Season Filled With Exciting, Unforgettable Moments In One Of The City’s Most Cherished Spaces.

Step Onto The Vibrant Campus Of Temple Beth Am, And You’ll Immediately Sense Something New, Something Extraordinary. At The Heart Of It All Is The Hub – A Dynamic, State-Of-The-Art Addition That Redefines What It Means To Build Jewish Community In The 21St Century. Designed With Intention, Innovation, And Inclusivity, The Hub Is More Than A Space – It’s An Experience.

At Just 18 Years Old, Recent High School Graduate Sofia Hagen Has Already Accomplished What Many Only Dream Of: Opening Her Own Kosher Café In The Heart Of The Hollywood Area. Her Story Is One Of Grit, Determination, And Inspiration Serving As A Refreshing And Shining Example Of Youthful Ambition Paired With The Wisdom And Resilience Of A Seasoned Entrepreneur.

Miami New Drama (MiND), The Largest Bilingual Professional Theater Company In The United States, Announces A 2025 - 2026 Season Of Extraordinary Relevance And Artistic Ambition. Featuring Three World Premieres And The Return Of A Pulitzer Prize Finalist, The Lineup Confronts Immigration Battles, Rising Antisemitism, And Political Family Fractures, Cementing Miami New Drama’s Position As One Of America’s Most Vital Incubators Of Urgent New Work.

Experiencing Deep Personal Fulfillment, Happiness, And Sustenance Comes From Feeling Connected To Our Authentic Selves, Which Involves Building An Ongoing Relationship With The Divine Presence Within Us, Says Author Yiscah Smith. Quite Organically, Then, We May Begin Sensing The Divine In Our Interactions With Other People. This Is Because, For Each Of Us, “Our Essence, As A Creation By God, Is God.”

The Annual Florida Authors And Publishers Association President’s Book Awards Recognized Healing Your Life One Leaf At A Time By Sara Shaw, In The Category Of Religion/Spirituality, As A Gold Medal Winner.

Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

The Rich Legacy Of The Jewish Community In Florida Can Be Found In Every Region Of The State. As A People, Jews Have Contributed Dramatically To Florida's Economy, Culture, Government And By Creating Institutions That Allowed Their Heritage To Flourish And Their Identity To Strengthen.

Jewish Community Services Of South Florida (JCS) Is Proud To Announce Its Continued Partnership With The Blue Card For The 2026 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half Marathon On Sunday, January 25th, 2026. This Inspiring Collaboration Aims To Raise Critical Funds For Holocaust Survivors In Need Throughout The South Florida Community.

“Shana Tova Umetuka” - “May You Have A Good And Sweet Year” Is What We Typically Wish Each Other In The Month Leading Up To The Jewish New Year, And I Bet You’ve Always Wondered Why We Give A Double Wish, That The Year Should Be Both Good And Sweet. If It's Good, Isn't It Sweet? It's Got To Be More Than Just Poetic.

A Riveting Blend Of Mystery And History, This Award-Winning Documentary Takes Audiences On A Suspenseful Journey Into The Aftermath Of World War II. When Filmmaker Yair Lev’s Mother Unexpectedly Inherits A London Home, A Startling Discovery Emerges: Two Death Certificates For Her Father, Ernst Bechinsky. Who Was The Real Ernst Bechinsky? And Who Was The Man Who Stole His Name? Unraveling This Web Of Identity, Family Secrets, And Moral Reckoning, Lev Confronts Unsettling Truths About His Family’s Past—While Forging An Unexpected Bond With The Grandson Of The Impostor. The Result Is A Story As Moving As It Is Thrilling, Illuminating How The Holocaust Continues To Shape Generations In Ways Both Painful And Redemptive.

ZOA Coalition And The ZOA Are Very Pleased That The American Zionist Movement (AZM) Tribunal Unanimously Ruled Today In Favor Of ZOA Coalition’s Appeal To Restore Betar Usa leader Ronn Torossian to the ZOA Coalition Slate. Betar Is An Important Organization, Involved In Protecting Jews From Antisemitism On The Streets And On Campuses. ZOA And ZOA Coalition Are Proud To Have Successfully Stood Up For Betar And Its Leader, And For Standing Up For All The Candidates And Organizations On Our Slate And All Like-Minded Groups And Individuals.

Staying In Shape Goes Beyond Physical Fitness - Keeping Your Brain Health Top Of Mind Is Crucial For Your Overall Well-Being, Too. To Sharpen Your Mind, Consider These Everyday Ways For Prioritizing Brain Health.

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center (AACC) Kicks Off Its 15Th Anniversary Season, Celebrating A Legacy Of Enriching The Vibrant Community Of Aventura, Known As The City Of Excellence. Since Opening Its Doors, The AACC Has Welcomed More Than 375,000 Guests And Presented 437 Sold-Out Performances, Becoming A Cultural Cornerstone In South Florida. With A Commitment To Inclusivity And Diversity, Its Programming Has Included Sensory-Friendly Experiences And Multilingual Performances In Spanish, French, Arabic, Turkish And Haitian Creole. As It Enters This Milestone Year, The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Continues To Elevate Aventura’s Cultural, Educational, Institutional And Artistic Landscape, Promising A Season Filled With Exciting, Unforgettable Moments In One Of The City’s Most Cherished Spaces.

Miami New Drama (MiND), The Largest Bilingual Professional Theater Company In The United States, Announces A 2025 - 2026 Season Of Extraordinary Relevance And Artistic Ambition. Featuring Three World Premieres And The Return Of A Pulitzer Prize Finalist, The Lineup Confronts Immigration Battles, Rising Antisemitism, And Political Family Fractures, Cementing Miami New Drama’s Position As One Of America’s Most Vital Incubators Of Urgent New Work.

At Just 18 Years Old, Recent High School Graduate Sofia Hagen Has Already Accomplished What Many Only Dream Of: Opening Her Own Kosher Café In The Heart Of The Hollywood Area. Her Story Is One Of Grit, Determination, And Inspiration Serving As A Refreshing And Shining Example Of Youthful Ambition Paired With The Wisdom And Resilience Of A Seasoned Entrepreneur.

ZOA Coalition And The ZOA Are Very Pleased That The American Zionist Movement (AZM) Tribunal Unanimously Ruled Today In Favor Of ZOA Coalition’s Appeal To Restore Betar USA Leader Ronn Torossian To The ZOA Coalition Slate. Betar Is An Important Organization, Involved In Protecting Jews From Antisemitism On The Streets And On Campuses. ZOA And ZOA Coalition Are Proud To Have Successfully Stood Up For Betar And Its Leader, And For Standing Up For All The Candidates And Organizations On Our Slate And All Like-Minded Groups And Individuals.

Experiencing Deep Personal Fulfillment, Happiness, And Sustenance Comes From Feeling Connected To Our Authentic Selves, Which Involves Building An Ongoing Relationship With The Divine Presence Within Us, Says Author Yiscah Smith. Quite Organically, Then, We May Begin Sensing The Divine In Our Interactions With Other People. This Is Because, For Each Of Us, “Our Essence, As A Creation By God, Is God.”

The Annual Florida Authors And Publishers Association President’s Book Awards Recognized Healing Your Life One Leaf At A Time By Sara Shaw, In The Category Of Religion/Spirituality, As A Gold Medal Winner.

Step Onto The Vibrant Campus Of Temple Beth Am, And You’ll Immediately Sense Something New, Something Extraordinary. At The Heart Of It All Is The Hub – A Dynamic, State-Of-The-Art Addition That Redefines What It Means To Build Jewish Community In The 21st Century. Designed With Intention, Innovation, And Inclusivity, The Hub Is More Than A Space – It’s An Experience.

The Rich Legacy Of The Jewish Community In Florida Can Be Found In Every Region Of The State. As A People, Jews Have Contributed Dramatically To Florida's Economy, Culture, Government And By Creating Institutions That Allowed Their Heritage To Flourish And Their Identity To Strengthen.

Jewish Community Services Of South Florida (JCS) Is Proud To Announce Its Continued Partnership With The Blue Card For The 2026 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half Marathon on Sunday, January 25th, 2026. This Inspiring Collaboration Aims To Raise Critical Funds For Holocaust Survivors In Need Throughout The South Florida Community.

Staying In Shape Goes Beyond Physical Fitness - Keeping Your Brain Health Top Of Mind Is Crucial For Your Overall Well-Being, Too. To Sharpen Your Mind, Consider These Everyday Ways For Prioritizing Brain Health.

A Riveting Blend Of Mystery And History, This Award-Winning Documentary Takes Audiences On A Suspenseful Journey Into The Aftermath Of World War Ii. When Filmmaker Yair Lev’s Mother Unexpectedly Inherits A London Home, A Startling Discovery Emerges: Two Death Certificates For Her Father, Ernst Bechinsky. Who Was The Real Ernst Bechinsky? And Who Was The Man Who Stole His Name? Unraveling This Web Of Identity, Family Secrets, And Moral Reckoning, Lev Confronts Unsettling Truths About His Family’s Past—While Forging An Unexpected Bond With The Grandson Of The Impostor. The Result Is A Story As Moving As It Is Thrilling, Illuminating How The Holocaust Continues To Shape Generations In Ways Both Painful And Redemptive.

Sharing A Meal Offers Far More Than A Full Stomach; The Benefits Of Eating Together Extend Well Beyond The Dinner Table.

In Celebration Of Jewish Pride, Love Jewish, A Division Of Yiddishkayt Initiative, Will Present A Staged Reading Of Playwright L M Feldman’s Theatrical Mosaic A People As Their Inaugural Season Presentation. The Performance Will Take Place On Monday, August 25th At 7:00 p.m. At Island City Stage.

The Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America (AFA) Is Inviting Sites All Over The World – From Buildings, Bridges, And Stadiums To City Halls And Homes – To Sign Up For Its Global “Light The World In Teal” Alzheimer’s Awareness Initiative.

What Propelled The Daughter Of A Renowned Jewish Scholar To Join A Movement On The Fringe Of American Society? In A New Book, "A Life Of The Party," Journalist Dave Schechter Delves Into The Story Of His Great-Aunt, Who Made Communism Her Way To Repair The World.

The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) Is Proud To Announce The Publication Of Ketubah Renaissance: The Artful Modern Revival Of The Jewish Marriage Contract By Michael Shapiro.

Do You Know Where Your Grandparents Were Living And How They Raised Their Children?​ Someday, When You Become A Parent And Your Children Ask You About Family History, What Will You Be Able To Tell Them? The Jewish Genealogical Society Of Greater Miami Presents, Immigration And Assimilation Discussion Groups: Discover Your Family Heritage.

Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement:

Rabbi Dennis S. Ross Is Pleased To Be Launching A Promotional Tour In Support Of His 2021 Publication, A Year With Martin Buber: Wisdom On The Weekly Torah Portion (The Jewish Publication Society), Winner Of The Academy Of Parish Clergy’s Top Ten Book List For Parish Ministry For “Display[Ing] Excellence And Helpfulness To Clergy, Who Are Encouraged To Add The Books To Their Libraries.”

The Broward Center For The Performing Arts Will Host Its Free Annual Open House Showcasing Fall Classes On Saturday August 23, From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. In The Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center At The Broward Center For the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Avenue In Fort Lauderdale. First Time Students Who Register In Person At The Open House Will Receive A 10% Discount.

The Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) Is Pleased To Announce The Appointment Of Ilana Lax As Its New Director Of Marketing And Communications. In This Key Leadership Role, Ilana Will Spearhead ZOA’s Messaging Strategy, Elevate Its Brand Presence, And Drive Mission-Aligned Growth At A Pivotal Moment For Israel, The Broader Jewish Community And ZOA.

Last Week On August 17th, From 9:30 a.m. To 12:00 p.m. Noon, Tamarac’s Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek (TBTST), Once Again Demonstrated Its Commitment To The Greater Community Through Their Mitzvah Day/Open House Communal Event. The Word “Mitzvah” Is Hebrew For Commandment, But It Has A Well-Known Secondary Meaning: An Act Of Kindness Or Good Deed. Tamarac’s Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek (TBTST) Is Committed To Performing Good Acts Of Kindness, ‘Mitzvot,” Following The Commandment In Leviticus 19:18: “Love Your Neighbor As Yourself.” Activities Reflect TBTST’s Ongoing Commitment To “Tzedakah,” Charity, And “Tikkun Olam,” Repairing The World Through Performing Virtuous Deeds.

Prominent Massachusetts Philanthropist And Author Of Finding Happiness, Todd Patkin, Has Announced A Transformative $5 Million Philanthropic Investment In The World Zionist Village, A Planned 16-Acre Campus That Will Become The First Global Hub For Zionists Everywhere.

In Times Of Adversity, The Smallest Acts Of Kindness Can Yield The Greatest Impact. As A Trusted Name In Philanthropy, Jewish National Fund-USA And Its Partners (Donors) Are Proud To Show They Care For The Members Of The Israel Defense Forces (IDF), First Responders, And Their Families Through Two Meaningful Initiatives: Israel Support Packages And Operation Hug.

The Warmer Months Mean One Thing: Salad Season Is Officially Here. With Fresh Flavors Abounding, Now Is The Perfect Opportunity To Tap Into An Unexpected Veggie: Celery.

In An Extraordinary Interview Now Published On The Times Of Israel Blog (https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/survivor-uncovers-hungarys-holocaust-art-theft/), 96-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor Clara Garbon-Radnoti Has Issued An Uncompromising Call For The Return Of All Holocaust-Era Looted Art Still Held By Hungarian Museums. Clara’s Voice Is A Rare, Living Link To Those Who Survived Both The War And The Theft Of Their Family’s Cultural Heritage.

The Anne Frank Exhibition Has Been A Tremendous Success To Date. They Have Had Over 350 Group Tours Since Our Grand Opening. This Is The First Exhibition For Us That Has Had This Kind Of Extraordinary Response And Community Interest. This Is Also The First Time HDEC Has Been Booking Tours Online Through Eventbrite. They Have Experienced An Unprecedented Level Of Engagement As Well As A Steady Stream Of Walk-Ins Every Single Day. They Will Continue To Host Tours For Public, Private, Parochial Schools And Homeschooled Students From Grades 4" Till 12" As Well As Many Organizations, Churches, Synagogues, Community Clubs, And Visitors Worldwide.

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center (AACC) Kicks Off Its 15Th Anniversary Season, Celebrating A Legacy Of Enriching The Vibrant Community Of Aventura, Known As The City Of Excellence. Since Opening Its Doors, The Aacc Has Welcomed More Than 375,000 Guests And Presented 437 Sold-Out Performances, Becoming A Cultural Cornerstone In South Florida. With A Commitment To Inclusivity And Diversity, Its Programming Has Included Sensory-Friendly Experiences And Multilingual Performances In Spanish, French, Arabic, Turkish And Haitian Creole. As It Enters This Milestone Year, The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Continues To Elevate Aventura’s Cultural, Educational, Institutional And Artistic Landscape, Promising A Season Filled With Exciting, Unforgettable Moments In One Of The City’s Most Cherished Spaces.

With Its Publication In Israel, The Acclaimed Biography Of Edmond J. Safra Is Now Available In English, French, Hebrew, And Portuguese From Beirut To Brazil, Geneva To Jerusalem, The Story Of Edmond J. Safra Is Captivating Readers Around The Globe.

Step Onto The Vibrant Campus Of Temple Beth Am, And You’ll Immediately Sense Something New, Something Extraordinary. At The Heart Of It All Is The Hub – A Dynamic, State-Of-The-Art Addition That Redefines What It Means To Build Jewish Community In The 21st Century. Designed With Intention, Innovation, And Inclusivity, The Hub Is More Than A Space – It’s An Experience.

The Jewish Museum Of Florida-FIU (JMOF-FIU) Established In 1995, Is The Only Museum Dedicated To Telling The Story Of More Than 250 Years Of Florida Jewish History, Arts And Culture, With A Growing Collection Of More Than 100,000 Items. It Is Located In The Trendy SoFi area Of South Beach At 301 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. The Museum Is Housed In Two Restored Historic Buildings That Were Once Synagogues For Miami Beach's First Jewish Congregation.

Do You Know Where Your Grandparents Were Living And How They Raised Their Children?​ Someday, When You Become A Parent And Your Children Ask You About Family History, What Will You Be Able To Tell Them?

Imagine having a seasoned sommelier at your fingertips—one who understands your personal taste, predicts your preferences, and guides you to the perfect bottle of wine every time. This is no longer a fantasy. BetterAI, the Silicon Valley disruptor in artificial intelligence, has launched VinoVoss, an AI-powered sommelier that is not just shaking up the wine industry, but redefining how we discover and enjoy wine.

The Books & Books Literary Foundation Is Proud To Present An Evening With Gary Shteyngart On July 16th, 2025 - 7:00-8:00 p.m., Discussing Vera, Or Faith: A Novel (Random House, $28). He Will Be In Conversation With Mitchell Kaplan. A Poignant, Sharp-Eyed, And Bitterly Funny Tale Of A Family Struggling To Stay Together In A Country Rapidly Coming Apart, Told Through The Eyes Of Their Wondrous Ten-Year-Old Daughter, By The Bestselling Author Of Super Sad True Love Story And Our Country Friends.

The ZOA Praises President Donald Trump For Issuing Two Executive Orders On June 4th, 2025, To Improve National Security, Including The Security Of Vulnerable, Targeted American Jews Throughout The United States And At Harvard University: “Proclamation Restricting The Entry Of Foreign Nationals To Protect The United States From Foreign Terrorists And Other National Security And Public Safety Threats,” And “Proclamation Enhancing National Security By Addressing Risks At Harvard University.”

The 3rd of Tamuz, this year on Sunday, June 29th, marked the 31st Hilula of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Known affectionately and simply as The Rebbe, he was probably the most influential rabbi in history. With his Shluchim emissaries dispatched to every corner of the world, his impact is felt everywhere you turn.