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The Jewish Publication Society - Presenting The Very Best Of Jewish Learning In An Intellectually Rigorous And Engaging Way Jewish Connection News Oct 23, 2025 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. Modern Jewish Theology The First One Hundred Years, 1835–1935 By Samuel J. Kessler and George Y. Kohler Modern Jewish Theology is the first comprehensive collection of Jewish theological ideas from the pathbreaking nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, featuring selections from more than thirty of the most influential Jewish thinkers of the era, explorations of Judaism’s identity, uniqueness, and relevance, the origin of ethical monotheism, and the possibility of Jewish existentialism. These works—most translated for the first time into English by top scholars in modern Jewish history and philosophy—reveal how modern Jewish theology developed in concert with broader trends in Jewish intellectual and social modernization, especially scholarship (Wissenschaft des Judentums), politics (liberalism and Zionism), and religious practice (movement Judaism and the struggles to transcend denominational boundaries). This anthology thus opens to the English-language reader a true treasure house of source material from the formative years of modern Jewish thought, bringing together writings from the very first generations, who imagined biblical and rabbinic texts and modern scientific research would produce a synthetic view of God, Israel, and the world. A general introduction and chapter introductions guide students and non-specialists through the key themes and transformations in modern Jewish theology, and extensive annotations immerse them in the latest scholarship. Praise “Exciting! This anthology has the potential to help reframe the entire field of modern Jewish thought. Its study tends to leave out the nineteenth century almost totally—and yet, as the editors show, this was an extremely important period for the development of Jewish thought and the attempt to negotiate modern sensibilities about religion and science.” — Robert Erlewine, Professor and Director of the Center for Jewish Studies at Eastern Michigan University and Author of Judaism and the West: From Hermann Cohen to Joseph Soloveitchik “What a gold mine! You have before you the keys to a world of rich, provocative, and often still startlingly relevant Jewish thinking. There was a robust Jewish theological conversation before Heschel and Soloveitchik, before Kaplan and Levinas, before Plaskow and Adler, but only now, with this wonderful volume, has this vital world opened to non-specialists and non-German readers.” — Shai Held, President and Dean at Hadar and Author of The Heart of Torah “Modern Jewish Theology will be an indispensable and enduring resource for scholars, students, and teachers.” — Asher D. Biemann, Professor in the Department of Religious Studies, Jewish Studies Program, University of Virginia Samuel J. Kessler Samuel J. Kessler is Lyons Chair in Judaic Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and the Author of The Formation of a Modern Rabbi: The Life and Times of the Viennese Scholar and Preacher Adolf Jellinek. George Y. Kohler George Y. Kohler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Jewish Philosophy and Director of the Joseph Carlebach Institute for Jewish Theology at Bar Ilan University. He is the Author of Kabbalah Research in the Wissenschaft des Judentums (1820-1880): The Foundation of an Academic Discipline and Reading Maimonides’ Philosophy in 19th Century Germany: The Guide to Religious Reform. Learn more about the book here: https://jps.org/books/modern-jewish-theology/ Exile and the Jews Literature, History, and Identity By Nancy Berg and Marc Saperstein This first comprehensive anthology examining Jewish responses to exile from the biblical period to our modern day gathers texts from all genres of Jewish literary creativity to explore how the realities and interpretations of exile have shaped Judaism, Jewish politics, and individual Jewish identity for millennia. Ordered along multiple arcs—from universal to particular, collective to individual, and mythic-symbolic to prosaic everyday living—the chapters present different facets of exile: as human condition, in history and life, in holiday rituals, in language, as penance and atonement, as internalized experience, in relation to the Divine Presence, and more. By illuminating the multidimensional nature of “exile”—political, philosophical, religious, psychological, and mythological—widely divergent evaluations of Jewish life in the Diaspora emerge. The word “exile” and its Hebrew equivalent, galut, evoke darkness, bleakness—and yet the condition offers spiritual renewal and engenders great expressions of Jewish cultural creativity: the Babylonian Talmud, medieval Jewish philosophy, Golden Age poetry, and modern Jewish literature. Exile and the Jews will engage students, academics, and general readers in contemplating immigration, displacement, evolving identity, and more. Praise “Carefully researched and beautifully presented to create cross-generational conversations, moving from universal and existential to collective Jewish expressions of the diasporic condition, Exile and the Jews is accessible to the general reader as well as providing an invaluable resource for the student or scholar of Jewish studies.”—Sidra DeKoven Ezrahi, Author of Booking Passage: Exile and Homecoming in the Modern Jewish Imagination “I enthusiastically endorse this fascinating anthology as a textbook for higher education.”—Rifat Sonsino, Rabbi Emeritus, Temple Beth Shalom, Needham, Massachusetts, and Author of Modern Judaism “The selection of texts reflects remarkable erudition with deep familiarity with the Hebrew Bible and Jewish liturgy as well as the diversity of voices in the modern intellectual world. Entrenched in this background, the choice to bring together in conversation, under each section, texts that are historically and culturally distinct provokes insights on the topic. This choice makes the collection a stimulating resource for researchers and teachers…”—Yael Almog, Journal of Modern Jewish Studies Nancy E. Berg Nancy E. Berg is a Professor of Hebrew and Comparative Literature at Washington University in St. Louis. She is the Author of Exile from Exile: Israeli Writers from Iraq and coeditor with Naomi B. Sokoloff of the National Jewish Book Award–winning What We Talk about When We Talk about Hebrew (And What It Means to Americans). Marc Saperstein Marc Saperstein served as Principal and Professor of Jewish history and homiletics of the Leo Baeck College, London. His dozen books include “Your Voice like a Ram’s Horn:” Themes and Texts in Traditional Jewish Preaching, a National Jewish Book Award winner in Scholarship, and Agony in the Pulpit: Jewish Preaching in Response to Nazi Persecution and Mass Murder, 1933–1945. Learn more about the book here: https://jps.org/books/exile-and-the-jews/ For more information on these books as well as others, please visit The Jewish Publication Society at: www.jps.org . Previous Next

Federations Study - 1 In 4 Jewish Adults Struggle Financially By www.jewishfederations.org Mar 17, 2026 Nearly 1 In 4 Jewish Adults (23%) Are Financially Vulnerable—Meaning They Rely On Government Benefits, Struggle To Pay Their Bills, Or Have Less Than $1,000 In Savings—While An Additional 12% Say They Are Just Managing To Make Ends Meet, According To A New Study By Jewish Federations Of North America, With Support From Ten: Together Ending Need And The Harry And Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. “Many people don’t realize the extent to which members of our Jewish community face financial issues, but this eye-opening data tells an important story that we all need to be attuned to,” said Jessica Mehlman, Jewish Federations’ Associate Vice President of Impact & Planning. “When nearly a quarter of our community is struggling, we cannot look away. These numbers underscore the urgent need to strengthen the safety net and ensure that every Jew, regardless of income, feels welcomed, valued, and connected.” There are some segments of the Jewish community that face more financial challenges than others. For example: • 68% of low-income Jews lack a college degree. • 27% of low-income Jews are divorced or separated women. The study also found that: • 57% of financially vulnerable Jews have no emergency savings. • 87% of financially vulnerable Jews could not cover more than three months of expenses with their savings. • 88% of financially vulnerable Jews rely on Medicaid. The report makes clear that financial pressures affect how Jewish adults access, participate in, and experience Jewish life. While respondents consistently say they highly value their Jewish identity and strive to live according to Jewish values, many cite cost as a prohibitive barrier to engaging in activities. The survey highlights a “belonging gap,” in which 48% of financially vulnerable Jews felt their local Jewish community cares for people who are in need. This, in turn, makes them feel less connected and less positive about their community and less cared for. The Jewish community prides itself on giving tzedakah, but with growing affordability challenges, those in need still report that they do not feel supported. This gap, leaders warn, threatens long-term communal cohesion. The release of this data comes as Jewish Federations continue to expand programs that support economic security, Mental Health, food access, and pathways to community participation, including strong support for Jewish Human Service organizations. In addition, Jewish Federations are working with a pilot cohort of federations to strengthen and expand their strategies on financial security. With one in four struggling financially and one in ten relying on government benefits, Jewish Federations’ public affairs team is committed to ensuring that all members of the Jewish community can live dignified lives, advocating for policies that provide financial security for the vulnerable. Federation leaders say the findings will help guide future investments and encourage philanthropists and community organizations to strengthen the social safety net. “Financial vulnerability is shaping Jewish life in profound ways. From participation to long-term communal resilience,” said Rachel Sumekh, CEO of TEN: Together Ending Need, which organizes funders on the issue. “This is a moment for funders, Federations, and lay leaders to strengthen our communal safety nets and invest in the Infrastructure that allows every Jew and American to live with dignity.” Previous Next

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Unity Concert For Israel: Be A Part of The 44th Florida Chanukah Festival November 17, 2023 Share It’s almost time for the 44th Annual Chabad Of South Broward Chanukah Festival! Yes, the countdown to Chanukah has begun, and with it, the anticipation for the 44th Annual Chanukah Festival taking place in Hollywood, Florida. But this year, it’s not just a festival; it’s a celebration of unity, music, and a noble cause. This year’s Chanukah Festival is a unity concert for Israel. Part of the proceeds from the event will go towards assisting families in Israel who have been affected by the war. By attending this festival, you not only get to enjoy a night of incredible music, but also contribute to a meaningful cause. The lineup for the 44th Chanukah Festival is spectacular! Get ready to be uplifted by the talents of Renowned Artists: Avraham Fried, Benny Friedman, Mordechai Shapiro, and Israeli Singer/Songwriter Idan Raichel. The show will be produced by Dovid Weinbaum of DW Productions and music directed by the Mendy Hershkowitz Band, joined by the talented Zemiros Choir. The festival’s leader, Rabbi Raphael Tennenhaus says, “It’s a night that promises to be unforgettable, filled with melodies that touch the soul and a sense of togetherness that warms the heart.” This is your chance to be part of something special and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate, while also supporting a vital cause. It’s a night of musical joy, and a chance to show your solidarity with the people of Israel in their time of need. History Of The Chanukah Festival Chanukah is publicly celebrated by millions of people worldwide each year - but it wasn't always this way. In December of 1980, Chabad Of South Broward launched the Annual Chanukah Festival as the only Chanukah Event of its kind. There was nothing else like it! People of all backgrounds were blown away to see a display of Jewish pride and unity that was not only public, but open and proud. It became an instant Annual South Florida tradition for people from across the state to flock to Hollywood, Florida to witness and be a part of the Chanukah Festival experience. A large percentage of the crowd were Holocaust Survivors and Immigrants from Eastern Europe who had survived attempts to wipe out Judaism entirely. The experience of lighting a Menorah in public was a tremendous source of Jewish pride for the entire South Florida and beyond. At the time, the 18-Foot Menorah was the largest Menorah in the entire state of Florida. As the Chanukah Festival grew in leaps and bounds every year, it inspired more and more celebrations like it to take place across South Florida. And still, every year, it's the #1 Chanukah Event for the entire state to attend! Community Impact The Chanukah Festival is a time of unity, when people come together as one regardless of our backgrounds, education, denomination, economic status, political leanings, or anything that tries to divide us. Chanukah celebrates the eternal triumph of light over darkness, and good over evil. The message is universal, for every person: that even the smallest bit of light can conquer great darkness. The Chanukah Festival unites the entire Jewish community of South Florida across all lines of denomination, attracts thousands more guests and visitors from beyond the region, and gets International Media attention. In fact, each year during the week of the event, the Chanukah Festival is the #1 news story in Jewish Media across the world! The impact of the Chanukah Festival on South Florida's Jewish community continues for the entire year, knowing that at our core we are all proudly united as one. Sponsorship Opportunities Supporter - $1,800 You’ll get 2 tickets, your logo will be included on the event flyer and as well as being included in Social Media and Email Blast Advertising. Sponsor - $5,000 You’ll get 4 VIP tickets, your logo will be included on the event flyer and as well as displayed on Digital Event Screens at the event. Featured Sponsor - $15,000 You’ll get the VIP Ticket Package, and your logo promoted on the flyer and Advertised as a "Featured Sponsor.” In addition you’ll get a 15-Second Promotional Video played on screens at the event. Your sponsorship will also be announced at the event. Partner - $36,000 You’ll receive all “Featured Sponsor Benefits” and a “VIP Lounge Package.” Your partnership will be announced in all Promotional Media Articles and you’ll have customized flyers and Marketing featuring your partnership for you to distribute. Menorah Candle Lighting - $44,000 (4 Sold, 3 Still Available) You and your family members will be honored with lighting of the Menorah Candles on stage at the highlight of the Chanukah Festival Event, along with a VIP Lounge Package. Event Co-Naming Sponsorship Available, For Details, Contact: (954) 243-8680. Please Help Sponsor The World’s Largest Annual Chanukah Festival being watched live around the world on their web-site at: www.ChanukahFestival.com - Or Call: (954) 559-6230. Or e-mail them at: chabadsboffice@gmail.com . The concert will be held on Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 at The Hard Rock In Hollywood Florida. Get your tickets now and join us in lighting up the world in unity for Israel, at: www.chanukahfestival.com < Previous News Next News >

Xavier's Cigar Lounge: The Perfect Place for Relaxation & Socializing By David L. Snelling March 24, 2022 Share Xavier's Cigar Lounge in Hallandale Beach might be the place for people to relax while puffing on a variety of cigars and watching sporting events, but owner Harris Safra gave it a unique moniker: Husband Day Care Center. A sign outside the lounge gives women a clue on how to get rid of their husbands for a few hours or more, depending on how much fun they are having without them. The sign reads: "Need Time To Yourself?" "Need Time To Go Relax?" "Want To Go Shopping?" "Leave your husband with us!" "We'll look after him for you!" "You'll only pay for his cigar!" Safra created the sign to show he has a sense of humor which reflects the ambiance of the lounge seven days a week. A lot of people get a big kick out of the sign and visit the lounge to see what the buzz is all about. They like it so much that they end up staying for hours and come back as regular customers. Safra, who opened the business seven years ago, said the lounge is more like a social club for men and women, where people also play dominoes. He said the business even attracts snowbirds from Canada, who visit South Florida each year. Safra said the lounge averages about 150 customers a day. "We build friendliness and the best services for a cigar lounge in South Florida," Safra said. "We always introduce people to each other so they won't feel left out." Xavier Cigar Lounge, located at 800 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, is 1,000 square feet inside the facility and 2,000 square feet of covered patio overlooking the courtyard. The lounge has six large flat screen TV's showing all sporting events and people can relax on comfortable lounge chairs while enjoying the peaceful environment. Safra said the lounge also plays music. Safra said people can choose from over 500 different brands of cigars, including: Padron, Arturo Fuente and Perdomo. When thirsty, they can sip on some wine or drink beer and soft drinks, or if they prefer brewed from roasted beans, gourmet coffee, espresso and cappuccino are also available. "People come here to relax and chill," he said. "We are well known in the U.S. People come from all over the world to visit the lounge." The lounge also delivers. Safra said his business delivers cigars to homes and businesses and during the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic, delivery service increased. The lounge also has curbside pick-up during the Pandemic. "We deliver cigars to homes," he said. "We had been delivering cigars before the Pandemic, but it grew during the Pandemic." People can also find romance at the lounge. Safra did. He said he met his wife, Isabella Safra, who was a customer and three months later they tied the knot. They have been married for seven years. "I knew she was the one," he said. "I knew she was the love of my life." After starting a brand marketing business, Safra said he was seeking to start another venture. He met a gentleman and the two shared their ideas on starting a new business. They decided to try their hands at the cigar lounge. He said they bought out a family business and since then sales for the cigar lounge have increased each year. "They have tripled in the last year," Safra said. "We've been doing very well." Safra said his partner is no longer with the business as he bought him out. Safra is 63 years-old, but he sounds like a business savvy 20-year-old. Born in Philadelphia and raised in New Jersey, Safra moved to Aventura with his parents when he was 15 years-old. He graduated from Miami Norland High School, where he played soccer. Safra earned a Degree in Hospitality Manage-ment from Florida International University. He said he entered the Restaurant Industry following his college graduation but eventually set his sights on entrepreneurship. Safra started a Brand Marketing Company designing ad campaigns for different companies and specializing in promotions of products including creating companies' T-shirts and their logos. He has owned the business for the past 25 years. "We make custom T-shirts with companies' names, logos and create products for them," he said. "I decided the restaurant business consumed too much time for me and started my own business." Entrepreneurship is not the only passion for Safra. He loves to give back to the community by hosting a Charity Golf Tournament each year to benefit people with Autism and raise awareness which is dedicated to his stepson who suffers from Autism. He named the event the Xavier's LDA Golf Charity Event after a dear friend and customer, Les De Asis, who died in 2020. The third annual event took place on March 21st at the Hollywood Golf Resort. "We traveled a lot together," Safra said. "I chose a charity that would keep his name going. My wife's son has Autism and a lot of people with Autism are out there suffering from it as well." Safra said North Miami Beach Police Officers are among the participants and event sponsors include: Akam Properties in Hollywood and E.P. Carrillo Cigar in Miami. He hopes that the Charity Golf Event will draw local celebrities like the NFL Players and the Miami Hurricanes Athletes someday. "Some ‘Canes players may be there, but they haven't committed," Safra said. Xavier's Cigar Lounge 800 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Suite#: 11 Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (754) 208-2719 http://xavierscigars.com/ < Previous News Next News >

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Meet Interior Design Expert Martin Amado This Weekend at Gulfstream Park Village: South Florida’s favorite home store destination invites shoppers to enter to win a $3,500 home shopping giveaway May 4, 2023 Share With 11 home stores at one address, Gulfstream Park Village offers shoppers endless interior design inspiration. This Saturday, May 6th, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Gulfstream Park Village will host a Meet & Greet event with South Florida Celebrity Interior Design Expert and Television Personality Martin Amado. The event, hosted at Crate & Barrel, will provide guests with inspiration, ideas and tips from Martin, as well as an opportunity to browse furniture, accessories and housewares in a relaxed setting. Guests can enjoy refreshments and bring mom for a fun afternoon of shopping ahead of Mother’s Day. The first 250 guests will receive a ticket to enter to win at $500 gift certificate to Crate & Barrel at Gulfstream Park Village where the winner, who must be present at the time of the drawing, will be chosen by Martin himself. The event is free and open to the public. For those who want to double up on their luck, the Gulfstream Park Village Home Shopping Spree offers guests a chance to win the grand prize of $3,500. Running April 3 – May 7, the winner will be announced on or before May 31 and will receive gift cards or a $3,500 credit to use at all 11 participating home stores at Gulfstream Park Village where Martin Amado will personally accompany them to shop. From Williams Sonoma to The Container Store, Pottery Barn, West Elm, Todel, Z Gallerie and many others, there is something for every taste and budget. For more information and to enter the giveaway, please visit: https://www.gulfstreampark.com/promotion/giveaway/ Free Cone Day: Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 In addition to 11 home stores at one address, Gulfstream Park Village also features a number of top dining destinations. This spring, fan favorite Häagen-Dazs is pleased to announce the return of its Free Cone Day promotion with a Carnaval theme. This highly anticipated event will take place on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Locals and visitors alike are invited to enjoy one free mini cone or cup with the ice cream flavor of their choice. In past events, Häagen-Dazs at Gulfstream Park Village has served over 4,225 scoops and was the number one store in the country to participate in Free Cone Day. This year, the Gulfstream Park shop is the only store in the country to offer this exciting promotion and invites guests to enjoy summer’s upcoming arrival with a sweet and refreshing treat. Bring the family and see the Village Center transform into a Carnaval setting with free entertainment featuring an interactive DJ, Carnaval masks for the first 1,000 kids, unicyclists, stilt walkers and an aerialist. To RSVP for Free Cone Day and be entered to win a $200 Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Party, please visit: https://gulfstreampark.com/promotion/free-cone-day-at-haagen-dazs/ Don’t forget Music in the Park, Gulfstream Park Village’s favorite live entertainment series, as it continues its weekly performances with the area’s favorite musical talent. Taking place Wednesday through Sunday nights from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Music in the Park is sure to get audiences dancing. These open-air performances take place on the center stage and feature rotating bands on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday nights. Saturdays are DJ/Family Nights. Free to attend, Music in the Park has proven to be one of Gulfstream’s most popular ongoing events. For additional live music, the Casino Stage features a DJ on Friday nights from 7-11 p.m. and a live band on Saturday nights from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. The Breezeway Stage features rotating DJs on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and the Carousel Club features live music Friday-Sunday during all open hours. “We look forward to welcoming shoppers to the Meet & Greet event with Celebrity Interior Designer Martin Amado this weekend where he will share his design inspiration and top picks for every taste and budget,” said Alex Schreer, director of Experiential Marketing at Gulfstream Park Village. “Gulfstream Park Village’s home store giveaway provides shoppers with the chance to win the grand prize of $3,500 where Martin Amado will personally accompany them to shop.” About Gulfstream Park Gulfstream Park is South Florida’s premier entertainment, dining and restaurant destination, located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, anchored by the legendary Gulfstream Park racetrack. Gulfstream Park not only offers world-class Thoroughbred horse racing but is also home to a casino and family-friendly venues including over 15 restaurants, outdoor cafes, art galleries, fashion retailers, state-of-the-art bowling alley, and a renowned selection of signature home stores. Gulfstream Park, voted a 2020 Top Travelers' Choice Winner by TripAdvisor, is located at 901 South Federal Highway in Hallandale Beach, Florida, just two miles east of I-95. Valet service and complimentary self-parking are available. Gulfstream Park is open seven days a week. For hours, schedules, upcoming events and additional information, visit: www.gulfstreampark.com or call: 954-454-7000. < Previous News Next News >

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