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Experience The Magic Of Broadway In The Botanical: Through The Decades South Florida Sun Times Aug 20, 2025 Back By Popular Demand, Area Stage Is Excited To Announce Their Return Back To Miami Beach With Broadway In The Botanical: Through The Decades, Now Featuring An All-New Setlist That Will Take Audiences On A Musical Journey Through Time. Scheduled for Saturday, September 13th, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., this edition of Broadway in the Botanical: Through The Decades will showcase beloved family favorites and timeless theatre hits, performed by a talented mix of local aspiring and professional artists. Designed to highlight the intersection of nature and live performance, the event provides audiences with a unique opportunity to experience musical theater in a scenic and immersive environment. Guests are welcome to bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs for seating in designated areas, while additional seating will also be available for those who prefer a traditional arrangement. A selection of food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening. This event is made possible in part by the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council. Event Date: Saturday, September 13th @ 6:00 p.m. Tickets: $25 - General Admission Location: Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 About Area Stage: Founded in 1989 by John and Maria Rodaz, Area Stage began as one of the pioneers of the Miami Beach arts community on Lincoln Road. Now celebrating 36 years of artistic excellence, this non-profit theater company has become one of South Florida’s most influential cultural institutions, dedicated to artistic innovation, education, and accessibility to the arts. In addition to its acclaimed Mainstage productions, Area Stage houses a world-class Conservatory, providing professional training to hundreds of young aspiring artists each year. The company is also home to the Inspire Theatre Project, which offers meaningful performance opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recently, Area Stage was honored with the 2024 Miami Dade Favorites Silver Award, a testament to its lasting impact on the community. Committed to pushing artistic boundaries and fostering the next generation of performers, Area Stage continues to provide extraordinary theatrical experiences to the Miami community and beyond. Tickets for Broadway in the Botanical: Through The Decades are now available for purchase. For more information and to reserve tickets, visit: www.areastage.org . Previous Next

Justice Skatepark Ribbon Cutting South Florida Sun Times Aug 20, 2025 The City of Hollywood will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the $790,000 renovation of Justice Skate Park at Stan Goldman Park, located at 800 Knights Road, Hollywood, Florida 33020. The event is scheduled for this Friday, August 22nd at 5:00 p.m. and the public is encouraged to attend. The skatepark recently reopened following a series of upgrades that have quickly become popular with local skaters. New features include quarter pipes, double-sided curbs, ledges, and other enhancements that have brought new energy to the park. Since reopening, the skatepark has seen steady use from skaters eager to enjoy the improvements. The facility is named in memory of Justice Chin, a beloved community advocate who dedicated his time and passion to supporting the skateboarding community and championing improvements at the park. His efforts left a lasting mark on Hollywood and continue to inspire skaters and residents alike. The ceremony will include light refreshments and an opportunity to celebrate both the completed renovations and Justice Chin’s enduring legacy in the community. Adult 7-on-7 Flag Football League Looking for some Flag Football fun come to the Washington Park Community Center Football Fields at 5199 Pembroke Road, Hollywood, Florida 33023 every Wednesday night from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The league runs September 3rd through November 5th, you must register by September 1st - call: (954) 967-4240. Previous Next

The Jills Zeder Group Co-Lists Retired NBA Star Hassan Whiteside’s - Tri-Level Waterfront Estate In Miami Beach For $15.8 Million South Florida Sun Times Aug 20, 2025 The Jills Zeder Group, Consistently Ranked The No. 1 Real Estate Team In the U.S., Is Pleased To Announce It Has Co-Listed Retired NBA Star/Former Miami Heat Player Hassan Whiteside’s Contemporary Tri-level Waterfront Estate In Miami Beach’s Prestigious Lakeview Neighborhood For $15.8 Million. The Residence, Which Has A Total Area Of 9,424 Square Feet, Is Located At 528 Lakeview Court, Miami Beach, Florida 33140. Jill Eber of the Jills Zeder Group and Melissa Barragan, Vice President of Dezer Platinum Realty LLC, are representing Whiteside. Designed by renowned Architect Reinaldo Borges, the residence blends bold architecture defined by clean lines with refined luxury. Positioned on a sprawling 17,676-square-foot gated lot with approximately 90 feet of waterfront on Surprise Lake, the estate features five bedrooms and seven and one-half bathrooms. It boasts expansive family, dining, and living areas, all with water views. Highlights include marble and rich hardwood floors, custom millwork, a built-in aquarium, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and more. The estate welcomes with a dramatic angled façade and serene waterfall feature with a Koi pond. A custom-designed pivot door leads to a dramatic foyer with soaring 30-foot-plus ceilings, a designer textured feature wall, and an elegant staircase of wood and glass leading to the second-floor landing. A sculptural outdoor spiral staircase leads to the second floor and continues to the expansive third-level rooftop lounge, designed for entertaining and relaxing. Offering views of the pool and Intracoastal Waterway, this private oasis boasts multiple lounge and sunning areas, a firepit, full outdoor sound system, and spacious covered section with comfortable seating and a TV — ideal for enjoying spectacular sunsets over the city. The sleek chef’s kitchen features a large center island with eat-in seating, Wolf gas cooktop, recessed lighting, and top-tier Miele appliances including ovens, microwave, dishwasher and side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, all seamlessly integrated into custom cabinetry with built-ins. The kitchen also offers two wine chillers, an icemaker, and a spacious butler’s pantry. The second-floor principal suite is accessed through double sliding doors and features high ceilings with built-in speakers, a comfortable seating area, and a large walk-in closet with a dedicated dressing area and custom built-ins. The suite opens directly to an expansive private terrace overlooking the pool and Intracoastal Waterway, complete with a soaking spa tub, large hot tub, and multiple lounge and seating areas. A secondary terrace overlooks the front of the home and includes a staircase that connects to the rooftop lounge. The spa-style principal bathroom features a walk-in glass-enclosed rain shower, double vanities, and a private water closet. Two additional bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are located down the long hallway. The first-floor staff bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom. The residence’s fifth bedroom is a state-of-the-art gaming/movie theater (which can easily be converted) with a full bathroom and private terrace. The backyard is a private tropical retreat featuring manicured landscaping, custom lighting, and a spacious covered terrace with comfortable seating, firepit, and drop-down TV. The space offers an outdoor table, and custom wet bar complete with sink, refrigerator, and bar seating. A waterfall cascades into a large pool with in-pool lounge seating, surrounded by a large sun deck with multiple sunning areas. Additional amenities include a summer kitchen with grill, refrigerator, and sink, a full cabana bathroom and outdoor insect/mosquito repellent system. A spacious 45-foot wood dock is equipped with water and electric pedestal, along with three jet ski slips, offering direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway. The air-conditioned two-car garage has been transformed into a fully-equipped gym with padded flooring, free weights, and top-of-the-line exercise machines. The space can easily be converted back into a garage and has the capacity to accommodate car lifts. Security features include a “safe room” with a full bathroom, license plate reader at the estate’s entrance, laser security at the front entrance and back of the property, and discrete security cameras. “This magnificent waterfront estate seamlessly blends luxury living, breathtaking views, refined interiors, and exceptional amenities,” said Eber. “Ideal for those who enjoy boating and the waterfront lifestyle, the residence features a 45-foot wood dock and 90 feet of waterfront on Surprise Lake, which allows for direct access to Biscayne Bay. The home is also perfect for entertaining, epitomizing the luxurious Miami lifestyle.” “Lakeview is Miami Beach’s best-kept secret,” said Barragan. "Tucked between Pine Tree and Alton Road, this hidden gem offers lush, manicured estates and a sense of privacy perfect for this oasis-style estate—yet only minutes away from Miami’s most coveted hot spots. From the chic energy of Sunset Harbour and the iconic Lincoln Road to the luxe allure of Bal Harbour and the Design District, Lakeview puts the best of Miami right at your doorstep.” For more information about 528 Lakeview Court, please contact Eber at: (305) 915-2556. Or: Jille@jillszeder.com . Or Barragan at: (305) 988-4351. Or: melissa@dezer.com . Previous Next

How Eating Together Benefits Your Family By Family Features Aug 15, 2025 Sharing A Meal Offers Far More Than A Full Stomach; The Benefits Of Eating Together Extend Well Beyond The Dinner Table. In the "2025 World Happiness Report," evidence shows that sharing meals has a substantial impact on an individual's well-being. Those who regularly eat with others report higher life satisfaction and display higher levels of social support, positive reciprocity and less loneliness. Learn more about how sharing a meal can improve your family's overall well-being with these insights from the experts at the FMI Foundation and their "2025 Family Meals Barometer survey," which delivers research, collaboration and education to address food safety, health and nutrition concerns. Civil and Respectful Interactions In a world full of distractions, it may come as no surprise the "2025 Family Meals Barometer" survey found poor communication is a leading concern among parents, more worrisome than schoolwork or chores. More than two-thirds of respondents expressed a belief that civility in America is worse today compared to 10 years ago, but 74% said family meals are a great time to have and teach respectful interactions. Frequent family meals create a safe environment for families to discuss thornier societal issues. Better Nutrition Numerous studies have shown families who eat more meals together have healthier eating habits and better diets in general. Family meals at home typically make it easier to fill plates with food from each food group. What's more, parents who prepare well-balanced meals and model healthy food choices allow children to mirror and adopt similar habits. Improved Family Function In the "2025 Family Meals Barometer" survey, respondents cited having more time to spend together and family meals as the top two ways they feel more connected to family and loved ones. With busy school and extracurricular schedules, many families are hard-pressed to find quality time together without distractions. Gathering around the dinner table is an opportunity to connect with one another and talk about what's happening at work, school and with friends. Better Grades at School Numerous factors affect students' academic performance, but eating together as a family helps reinforce many of the variables thought to influence student success. More nutritious meals play a role in stronger cognitive function. Multiple researchers found that children who are part of families that eat together regularly tend to have a stronger vocabulary and higher grades. Improved Mental Health Another way family meals benefit students at school and beyond is stronger mental and emotional health. In several independent studies, researchers found a positive correlation between family meals and self-esteem, psychosocial outcomes and other markers of mental health. Learn how gathering around the dinner table supports your family's nutritional, social, mental and emotional health at: www.fmi.org/family-meals-movement . Make Dinner Prep a Family Affair The benefits of eating together as a family don't have to wait until everyone is at the table. During dinner prep, parents and children have a chance to work elbow-to-elbow and talk about their days. When children participate in preparing healthy food, they may be more interested in eating it. As an added bonus, kids who take part in food preparation enjoy the benefits of building their own life skills. DIY dishes that put kids in charge of what goes on their plates can be a fun way to bring the family together and make meal prep easy. You can customize salad kits with a selection of protein options, create your own personal pizzas or serve a bar-style dinner such as nachos, baked potatoes or tacos that let each family member choose their own toppings. Previous Next

See This Months Issue Aug 15, 2025 How Eating Together Benefits Your Family Sharing A Meal Offers Far More Than A Full Stomach; The Benefits Of Eating Together Extend Well Beyond The Dinner Table. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Celebrating Jewish Pride - Love Jewish To Present A Free Staged Reading Of A People Directed By Avi Hoffman 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Light The World In Teal - Sites Around The World Will Spotlight An International Health Issue 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 "A Life Of The Party": The Radical Journey Of Amy Schechter 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Ketubah Renaissance: The Artful Modern Revival Of The Jewish Marriage Contract 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Immigration And Assimilation Discussion Groups: Discover Your Family Heritage 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 ZOA Condemns France/Macron’s Recognition Of A Non-Existent, Illegal Palestinian Terror State Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement: Read More Aug 15, 2025 Timely Insights From Philosopher Martin Buber In A Year With Martin Buber: Wisdom On The Weekly Torah Portion 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.” Read More Aug 15, 2025 The Broward Center Invites The Community To A FREE Open House 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 ZOA Welcomes New Director Of Marketing And Communications Ilana Lax 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Tamarac’s TBTST Temple Takes Community Action To Heart 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Todd Patkin, Author Of Finding Happiness, Invests $5 Million In World Zionist Village 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Jewish National Fund-USA Brings Comfort And Care To IDF Soldiers And Their Families 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 The Season Of Sensational Salads 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 96-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor Demands Return Of Looted Family Art In Historic Public Statement 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 The Anne Frank Exhibition Has Been Extended Until Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 Aventura Arts & Cultural Center’s 15th Anniversary Season Forever Yiddish 3, God And The Holocaust, Avi Hoffman’s Too Jewish? And Many More 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 “A Banker’s Journey” Now Published On Four Continents In Four Languages 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. Read More Aug 15, 2025 The Hub – A Dynamic Addition To Temple Beth Am 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. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Jewish Museum Of Florida Walking Tour - Stroll Through Miami Beach To Learn About The Rich Jewish History In This Vibrant Community 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. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Have You Ever Wondered How Your Family Ended Up Where You Were Born? 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? Read More Jul 9, 2025 Wine Of The Times - AI Now Predicts Your Perfect Pour 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. Read More Jul 9, 2025 An Evening With Gary Shteyngart And Mitchell Kaplan - Bestelling Author Gary Shteyngart Shares His "Completely Delightful" New Novel VERA, OR FAITH 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. Read More Jul 9, 2025 ZOA Praises Trump Restricting Entry Of Foreign Nationals - Posing Security Risks And Restricting Visas For Harvard Foreign Students 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.” Read More Jul 9, 2025 The Most Influential Rabbi In History ... 31 Years Later 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. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Miami Spa Months Returns This Summer Miami Spa Months, Offered Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 - Sunday, August 31st, 2025 Invites Locals To Pamper Themselves And Enjoy Exclusive Treatments At Miami’s Most Acclaimed Spas And Wellness Centers. With Treatments And Therapies Starting At $109, Rejuvenate With A Variety Of Services For A Great Value. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Zionist Organization of America - Strongly Opposes A Dangerous Palestinian State Which Reports Claim Is Being Supported By U.S. & Israel Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein And ZOA Director Of Research And Special Projects Liz Berney, Esq. Released The Following Statement: Read More Jul 9, 2025 HHS’ Civil Rights Office Finds - Harvard University In Violation Of Federal Civil Rights Law This Month, The U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services (HHS) Office For Civil Rights (OCR) Announced That Harvard University (Harvard) Violated Title VI Of The Civil Rights Act Of 1964 (Title VI) By Acting With Deliberate Indifference Towards Harassment Of Jewish And Israeli Students By Other Students And Faculty From October 7th, 2023, Through The Present. OCR Enforces Title VI, Which Prohibits A Recipient Of Federal Financial Assistance From Discriminating In Its Programs And Activities On The Basis Of Race, Color, Or National Origin, Which Includes Discrimination Against Individuals That Is Based On Their Actual Or Perceived Israeli Or Jewish Identity Or Ancestry. From Fiscal Years 2023 To 2025, Harvard And Its Subrecipients Have Received Over $794 Million In Federal Financial Assistance From HHS. Read More Jul 9, 2025 A New Era In Middle East Peace - American Jewish Congress - Celebrating Operation Midnight Hammer The American Jewish Congress Applauds The Resounding Success Of Operation Midnight Hammer, A Truly Historic Mission That Reshaped The Middle East. Launching 14 Massive Ordnance Penetrator Bombs Deep Into Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, And Isfahan Nuclear Sites, In A Mission Of Historic Scale And Moral Clarity. In An Unprecedented Feat Of Stealth And Coordination, U.S. B‑2 Bombers Traveled 6,900 Miles To Destroy Iran’s Most Fortified Nuclear Facilities Using, For The First Time In Combat, 30,000‑Pound Massive Ordnance Penetrators. America’s Unmatched Capability Has Redefined The Rules Of Engagement In The Middle East And The World. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Jewish Family Home Care Partners With MedBetterHealth to Expand Dementia Care Under CMS GUIDE Model Jewish Family Home Care – A Not-For-Profit Agency – Is Proud To Partner With MedBetterHealth, A Centers For Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) GUIDE Model Participant, To Expand Access To Comprehensive, Home-Based Dementia Care For Patients And Caregivers Across South Florida. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Camp Simcha Without Borders Southeast Brings Summer Joy To South Florida Area Children Facing Illness This Summer, Chai Lifeline Southeast Will Once Again Bring The Energy And Excitement Of Camp Simcha To Our Community Through Camp Simcha Without Borders Southeast, A Thrilling Day Camp Experience For Local Children And Teens Impacted By Serious Illness And Medical Challenges. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Bold Flavors And Alfresco Ambiance Shine In Fort Lauderdale Nestled Along Fort Lauderdale's Picturesque Intracoastal Waterway, Olive & Sea Is A Rooftop Restaurant, Atop The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Resort, Delivering A Dining Experience That Artfully Blends Mediterranean-Inspired Flavors, Fresh And Sustainable Ingredients And A Waterfront Ambiance As Captivating As Its Menu. Situated Along The Famed Intracoastal Waterway, Olive & Sea Offers A Memorable Alfresco Atmosphere Where You’ll Embark Upon A Culinary Journey That Celebrates Simplicity, Sustainability And Bold, Vibrant Flavors. Read More Jul 9, 2025 Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach A Soulful Seaside Escape Nestled Adjacent To The Atlantic Shoreline, Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach Offers More Than Just Oceanfront Accommodations—It Delivers A Full-Spectrum Retreat That Merges Wellness, Coastal Sophistication And Caribbean-American Flavor. With Its New Branding Initiative Under Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises (SHR&C)—Centered On Self-Discovery, Reflection, And Mindful Design—This Vibrant Fort Lauderdale Gem Invites Luxury Travelers To Experience The Journey Within. Read More Jul 9, 2025 How Small Businesses Can Help Employees Prepare For Retirement A Comfortable Retirement Is Something Most People Aspire To, And There Are Many Paths To Plan For That Phase Of Life. While Many Employers Offer Retirement Savings Plans As A Workplace Benefit, Small Business Owners, Whose Time And Resources Are Already At A Premium, Often Face Barriers - Including Hours Of Administrative Work, Additional Costs And Compliance Liabilities - When Setting Up These Plans For Their Employees. Read More Jul 9, 2025 A Functional Facelift - Explore The Benefits Of A Bathroom Upgrade A Freshly Remodeled Bathroom Is A Welcome Addition To Any Home, From Aesthetics That Reflect Your Personal Style To The Glossy, Untouched Surfaces And The Refreshing Scent Of A Newly Finished Space. Done Right, Even More Rewards Come From The Practical Touches That Enhance Your Everyday Use And How They Make You Feel. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Mother Of The Year - Robin Miller CEO Of Jewish Family Home Care Jewish Family Home Care (JFHC) – A Not-For-Profit Agency – Is Proud To Announce That CEO Robin Miller Was Honored As A 2025 Mother Of The Year By Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition Of Broward County, Inc. (HMHB/Broward). Read More Jun 4, 2025 Yule Laugh Out Loud! Comedy Show Brings Big Laughs To Boca This Christmas This Thursday, December 25th, Trade In Your Egg Rolls And Kung Pao Chicken For Belly Laughs And Witty Punchlines At The Yule Laugh Out Loud! Comedy Show, A One-Night-Only Comedy Event At The Boca Black Box That Promises A Hilarious Twist On Your Typical Christmas Night Out. Read More Jun 4, 2025 South Florida Hindu And Jewish Communities - Rally Against Pakistan-Sponsored Islamic Terrorism, Urge Global Accountability On Sunday May 4th, 2025 A Diverse Crowd Of Hindu And Jewish Community Members Gathered At The Torch Of Friendship In Downtown Miami For A Peaceful Rally To Honor The 26 Victims Of The brutal Islamic Terrorist Attack In Pahalgam, Kashmir, On April 22nd, 2025. Organized By The Kashmir Solidarity Foundation And Supported By The Hindu American Political Action Committee Of Florida (HAPAC of FL), Hindu American Foundation (HAF), Gummakonda Reddy Foundation, HinduAction, Dharmansh USA, And Kashmir Solidarity USA, The Rally Unequivocally Condemned Pakistan-Sponsored Islamic Terrorism And Called For Decisive Global Action. Read More Jun 4, 2025 The Necessity Of Golden Dome Missile Defense System Calling The Golden Dome Missile Defense Shield An “Insurance Policy” To Protect The United States From An Enemy Attack, William R. Forstchen, Ph.D., Is Advocating For Widespread National Support To Move The Project From Concept To Reality. Read More Jun 4, 2025 The Amazing Sports Immortals Museum Welcome To Keller’s Korner. Today We Are Going To Tell You About The Sports Immortals Museum Located In Boca Raton, Founded By Joel Platt. This Museum Has Become One Of The Top Attractions In South Florida For The Last 30 Years For People Who Love Sports. Read More Jun 4, 2025 An Evening With Mary Morris, Author Of Gateway To The Moon On A Warm June Evening In Coral Gables, A Literary Crowd Will Gather At The Beloved Independent Bookstore Books & Books For What Promises To Be An Unforgettable Night Of Storytelling, Music And Mystery. Acclaimed Novelist Mary Morris, Celebrated For Her Evocative Prose And Rich Storytelling, Will Take Center Stage To Present Her Latest Novel—A Lyrical And Haunting Work That Explores Family Secrets, Wartime Silence And The Redemptive Power Of Art. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Become A Mental Health First Aider - A Lifesaving Skill For Everyone Every Day, People Around Us Struggle Silently With Mental Health Or Substance Use Challenges. Whether It’s A Colleague Showing Signs Of Burnout, A Friend Battling Depression, Or A Neighbor Facing Addiction, The Signs Are Often There—But Do We Know How To Respond? Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training Provides The Answer. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Empowering Through Preparedness: Joshua's Path First Aid & Safety Workshop Offers Lifesaving Skills To Neurodivergent Adults This Summer, Neurodivergent Adults In South Florida Have A Unique Opportunity To Learn Vital Emergency Response Skills In A Safe, Inclusive And Empowering Environment. Joshua’s Path At Goodman Jewish Family Services (JFS) Is Hosting A First Aid And Safety Workshop From Monday, July 7th, 2025 To Thursday, July 17th, 2025, Designed Specifically For Adults With Developmental And Cognitive Differences. The Two-Week Workshop Is Completely Free, Will Meet Monday Through Thursday From 1:00 p.m. To 3:00 p.m. And Will Take Place At The Katz Building - 5890 South Pine Island Road, Davie, Florida 33328. Read More Jun 4, 2025 A Jewish Social Event With A Twist: How "Mix & Mingle" Is Redefining Connection For Adults 50+ In An Age Where Virtual Connections Have Become A Staple Of Modern Life, One Innovative Event Is Redefining What It Means To Meet New People—Especially For Jewish Adults Aged 50 And Over. Welcome To Mix & Mingle, A Dynamic And Thoughtfully Curated Online Social Gathering Designed To Help Participants Make Meaningful New Connections, All From The Comfort Of Home. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Jewish Community Services Of South Florida: Named A 2025 Healthcare Hero By The Greater Miami Chamber Of Commerce Presented Annually, The Healthcare Heroes Awards Honor Institutions, Professionals, And Organizations That Have Demonstrated Excellence, Innovation, And Impact In The Healthcare Field. JCS Was Selected As The Organization/Program Healthcare Heroes Awardee For Its Compassionate, Culturally Competent Care To Aging Adults, Holocaust Survivors, Individuals In Crisis And Vulnerable Families—Particularly Through Its Delivery Of Mental Health Services, Home-Based Senior Care And The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline In Miami-Dade And Monroe Counties. Read More Jun 4, 2025 From Conflict To Compassion - Divided Homeland Inspires Author To Build Bridges Through Stories Of Love Jerusalem-Born Author And Entrepreneur Michael Weiss Grew Up Immersed In An Environment Where Conflict Was Common, But Today, He Chooses To Focus On Universal Aspects Of The Human Experience That Transcend Borders, Cultures And Languages. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Laughs, Logic, And A Little Math: Comedy Night With Matthew Broussard At The Hub On The Evening Of Thursday, June 26th, Prepare To Trade Spreadsheets For Punchlines And Equations For Absurdities, As Comedy Night With Matthew Broussard* Brings Brainy Laughs To The Hub’s Frankel Family Performing Arts Center. Known For His Razor-Sharp Wit, Self-Deprecating Charm, And More Academic References Than Your Average Netflix Special, Broussard Is Not Your Typical Stand-Up Comedian—And That’s Exactly What Makes His Comedy So Magnetic. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Laugh Out Loud This Summer At Comedy Night With Michael Palascak If Your Summer Plans Are Still Missing That One Unforgettable Night Of Laughter, Look No Further. On Thursday, July 17th, 2025, The Hub: Frankel Family Performing Arts Center In Pinecrest, Florida Will Transform Into A Comedy Hotspot For Comedy Night With Michael Palascak—An Evening Guaranteed To Leave You Grinning Ear To Ear. Read More Jun 4, 2025 Tribester’s Swipe IRL Happy Hour: Experience 360° Of Jewish Connection The World Of Dating Has Evolved. It’s No Longer Just About Meeting Up With Someone In Person, Hoping For A Spark To Ignite. Nowadays, Digital Matchmaking Apps Like Tinder And Hinge Have Become The Go-To Tools For Connecting With Potential Partners. But What Happens When You Combine The Best Aspects Of These Apps With The Magic Of An In-Person Event? You Get Tribester’s Swipe IRL Happy Hour—An Innovative Fusion Of Technology And Face-To-Face Interaction Designed To Make The Jewish Dating Scene More Exciting, Meaningful And Accessible. Whether You’re Looking For Love Or Simply Wanting To Meet Like-Minded People, This Unique Event Has Something For Everyone. Read More Jun 4, 2025 The Sterling Aventura Holds An Open House: A Glimpse Into A Life Of Joy And Purpose Nestled In The Heart Of Aventura, The Sterling Aventura Is A Vibrant And Welcoming Rental Assisted Living And Memory Care Community, Where Residents Can Thrive In A Stimulating And Supportive Environment. Recently, The Sterling Aventura Opened Its Doors To The Public With A Special Open House Event, Inviting Friends, Families, And The Community To Experience Firsthand The Warmth And Care That Defines This Remarkable Facility. Read More Jun 4, 2025 An Enhancing Evening Sets New Records For PAWS PAWS Whispers Of Enchantment: A Night In The Hidden Garden Gala, Presented By Spirit Airlines, Took Place On April 26th At The Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. Chairwomen Dawn Dellapina And Danielle Gaudreau, Along With Their Hard-Working Committee, Were Thrilled To Announce That The Magical Evening Netted A Record-Breaking $420,000 For The Humane Society Of Broward County’s Life-Saving Programs And Services. Read More May 2, 2025 "A Rain Of Blessings" An Innovative Concept From A Talented Israeli-Born Chef Mutra – Named For Executive Chef/Owner Raz Shabtai’s Beloved Grandmother And His Culinary Inspiration – Is Now Open For Limited Reservations At 2188 Northeast 123rd Street, Miami, Florida 33181. Read More May 2, 2025 Keller's Korner: Jews In Hockey Welcome To Keller’s Korner. For Over 100 Years, Jewish People Have Been Involved With The National Hockey League (NHL). In 1923, The Nhl Handed Out The Hart Memorial Trophy For The Most Valuable Player For Each Season And The Tradition Continues To Today. Cecil Hart Was The Coach And Gm For The Montreal Canadiens And His Father, David, Donated The Original Trophy. Read More May 2, 2025 Festival Future - Amid Chaos And Anxiety, 'Festival Of The Future' To Focus On Utopian Future; Bringing Calm To The Present Amid An Atmosphere Of War, Sickness, And Global Financial Uncertainty, Local Chabad Rabbis Are Leading A Campaign To Raise Awareness Of A Little - Known Jewish Holiday, This Year Dubbed ‘Festival Of The Future,’ Focusing On Bringing A Message Of Hope For The Future And Serenity To The Present. Read More May 2, 2025 A Night Of Harmony And Heart: First Grand Am Israel Chai Symphonic Music Night On The Evening Of Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, The Broward Center For The Performing Arts In Fort Lauderdale Will Come Alive With More Than Just Music — It Will Resonate With Unity, Pride, And The Enduring Spirit Of The Jewish People. The First Grand Am Israel Chai Symphonic Music Night Is Set To Be A Cultural Milestone, Bringing Together More Than 2,500 People To Honor Israel’s 77th Anniversary In A Powerful Expression Of Resilience And Identity. Read More May 2, 2025 The Delray Beach Playhouse - Announces Its 2025-2026 Season Lineup As Its Landmark 78th Season Draws To A Close, The Delray Beach Playhouse Is Thrilled To Announce Its 2025 - 2026 Season And Officially Open Subscriptions For Two Of Its Most Beloved Offerings: The Main Stage Play Series And The Best Of Broadway Cabaret Series. As The Historic Venue Enters Another Season, It Continues Its Mission To Entertain, Inspire, And Bring The Community Together Through Live Theater. Read More May 2, 2025 Find Tru-Luck On Mother’s Day Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood And Crab Is Delighted To Host The Incredible Mothers Of Miami-Ft. Lauderdale For An Unforgettable Mother’s Day Dining Experience Filled With Elegance, Flavor, And Heartfelt Appreciation. Renowned For Its Exceptional Service And Finest Quality Seafood, Truluck’s Has Become One Of Miami-Ft. Lauderdale’s Premier Special Occasion Dining Destinations. Read More May 2, 2025 A Post-Roe World: Advocacy Strategies For Supporting Reproductive Rights In The Wake Of The Supreme Court’s 2022 Decision To Overturn Roe v. Wade, The National Conversation Around Reproductive Rights Has Become More Urgent—And More Personal—Than Ever. Communities Across The Country Are Grappling With The Fallout, Especially In States Where Access To Reproductive Healthcare Has Rapidly Diminished. But Even In This Uncertain Landscape, Hope And Action Are Rising. One Event In Miami Is Poised To Shine A Powerful Light On The Path Forward. Read More May 2, 2025 Jewish Museum Of Florida 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 SoFlo 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. Read More May 2, 2025 Rising Dough & Rising Spirits: Inside The 2025 Maccabi Tzair Challah Bake There’s A Special Kind Of Magic That Happens When Flour, Water, And Tradition Come Together — And This Spring, That Magic Is Happening In The Heart Of The David Posnack JCC’s Bass Lobby. Mark Your Calendars And Warm Your Ovens: The 2025 Maccabi Tzair Challah Bake Is Set To Be An Evening Filled With Dough, Dancing, And Deep Connection To Jewish Culture. Read More May 2, 2025 Stand Up & Speak Out With Adela Cojab In A World Increasingly Marked By Division, Misinformation, And Antisemitism, One Voice Rises Above The Noise To Champion Truth, Resilience, And Identity: Adela Cojab. With Unwavering Passion And Clarity, Cojab Has Become A Leading Figure In Jewish Advocacy And Education, Inspiring A New Generation To Embrace Their Heritage And Stand Up For What’s Right. Read More May 2, 2025 A Cruise For A Cause: Win A Dream Vacation While Supporting Holocaust Education Imagine Sailing Across The Sparkling Mediterranean Or Exploring The Majestic Landscapes Of Northern Europe, All While Supporting A Cause That Preserves One Of The Most Important Legacies Of Our Time. That’s Exactly What The Holocaust Documentation & Education Center (HDEC) Is Offering With Their 2025 Annual Online Raffle. By Purchasing A Raffle Ticket, You Not Only Get A Chance To Win A Seven-Night Royal Caribbean Cruise For Two, But You Also Help Fund HDEC's Mission To Educate And Combat The Dangers Of Bigotry, Hatred, And Intolerance. Read More May 2, 2025 Young Leaders Rise To New Heights This Spring, Broward County’s Rising Generation Of Philanthropists, Influencers, And Changemakers Will Gather For A Truly Unforgettable Evening: The Inaugural A Night In All White. A Gathering Where The Future Of Leadership Shines Bright, This Event Promises To Be More Than Just A Celebration; It's An Evening That Unites Young Leaders In Support Of A Shared Cause While Creating A Space For Connection, Inspiration, And Fun. Read More May 2, 2025 Shared Frequencies: Where Faith, Rhythm, And Justice Converge On The Evening Of Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, The African American Research Library And Cultural Center In Fort Lauderdale Will Pulse With More Than Just Music—It Will Resonate With Stories, Struggles, And Shared Dreams. "Shared Frequencies" Is More Than A Concert. It’s A Powerful Gathering Of Voices, A Spiritual And Cultural Crossroads Where Hip Hop Meets Poetry, And Judaism Meets Islam, All Wrapped In A Call For Justice And Unity. Read More May 2, 2025 Have You Ever Wondered How Your Family Ended Up Where You Were Born? 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? Read More May 2, 2025 To Get Financially Forward Requires Thinking In Reverse - Reverse Mortgage Expert Outlines Ways For Seniors To Stay Secure At Home In Turbulent Economic Times When Questioned About The Volatility In The Current Stock Market Climate, A Majority Of Financial Advisors Recommend That Their Clients Simply Hold And Await The Eventual Rebound. But For The Approximately 73 Million Americans 65 And Older, This Might Not Be An Option As They May Literally Run Out Of Time Before Their Investments Are Restored. In Fact, According To The Centers For Disease Control (CDC), The Average Life Expectancy In The United States Is 78.4. Senior Loan Originator Laura Moritz Of Classic Mortgage Has Been Helping Elderly Individuals Alleviate The Stress Of Diminishing Financial Returns, While Ensuring That They Continue To Age Profitably Within Their Own Homes By Educating Them On The Importance Of A Reverse Mortgage As A Supplemental Means Of Retirement Income And Viable Solution To Cover Escalating Expenses During Our Turbulent Economy. Read More May 2, 2025 Tracing Roots By The Shores: The Miami Beach Jewish History Talk As The Waves Gently Lap The Iconic Shores Of Miami Beach, Just A Few Blocks Inland Lies A Quieter But Equally Powerful Current — The Rich, Enduring Story Of The City’s Jewish Community. This Spring, That Story Takes Center Stage In A Series Of Illuminating FREE Events Hosted By The Jewish Museum Of Florida-FIU. Titled The Miami Beach Jewish History Talk, This Engaging Series Welcomes Residents, History Buffs, And Curious Tourists Alike To Explore The People, Places, And Pivotal Moments That Helped Shape One Of South Florida’s Most Vibrant Communities. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Welcome to Aesthetemed: Innovation in Beauty and Wellness Aesthetemed is more than just a med spa—it’s a full-scale aesthetic medicine and wellness clinic located in Hallandale Beach, South Florida. Since opening in March 2022, it has redefined beauty and wellness by offering science-backed solutions for those who want to look and feel their best. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Thousands More Expected To Celebrate The Seder, Thanks To A Rise In Antisemitism The eight-day festival of Passover is celebrated this year from sundown on Saturday evening, April 12th, 2025, until after nightfall on Sunday, April 20th, 2025, with its highlight, the festive “Seder” dinners on the first 2 nights of the holiday. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Nana Kosher Beach Club: Miami's First-Of-Its-Kind Kosher Beach Experience Glatt Kosher Gone Wild! Think Sun, Sand And Sophistication - Beach Chairs, Towel Service, Cocktails, Bottle Service, Poolside Lounging And A Pickleball Court - Because Glatt Kosher Just Went Next Level. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Ancestry® And The Center For Jewish History Announce Partnership To Preserve & Share Holocaust Stories For Future Generations The Center For Jewish History (CJH) In New York Is Thrilled To Announce A New Multi-Year Partnership With Ancestry®, The Global Leader In Family History, Ahead Of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Together, They Are Launching The Ancestry Research & Reflection Room, A New Space And Initiative To Collect, Preserve, And Share The Family Histories Of Jewish Communities Worldwide. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Sing And Dance To A Jewish Classic Fiddlers On The Roof At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center The City Of Aventura In Collaboration With Yi Love Jewish Presents A Magical Sing-Along Evening Celebrating One Of The Most Beloved Musicals Of All Time, Fiddlers On The Roof: A Yi Love Jewish Sing-A-Long On Saturday, April 5th At 8:00 p.m. At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. The Audience Is Invited To Belt Out Songs Including: "Tradition," "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" And "Sunrise, Sunset" With Lyrics Provided On The Screen. Aaron Kula And His Klezmer Company Jazz Orchestra Will Accompany A Cast Of Talented Singers And The Audience As They Sing Along To This Timeless Story Of Family, Faith And Belonging In The Ever-Changing World. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Keller’s Korner - 2025 Delray Beach Open Welcome To Keller’s Korner. I Often Cover The Jewish Angle To Many Stories And This Column Will Be On A South Florida Tennis Tournament. In 1991, Mark Baron Retired From The Clothing Industry At The Age Of Just 39 Years Old. Soon After, Mark Wanted To Do Something Different With His Life. Living In South Florida, Mark In 1993 Founded An Annual Tennis Tournament. Read More Apr 1, 2025 The First Play To Explore The Aftermath Of October 7th - Miami New Drama Announces World Premiere Of Jonathan Spector’s Birthright Miami New Drama (Michel Hausmann, Artistic Director; Nicholas Richberg, Managing Director) Proudly Presents The World Premiere Of Birthright, A Groundbreaking New Play By Jonathan Spector (Eureka Day, Broadway), One Of The Most Daring Playwrights Of Our Time. Directed By Teddy Bergman (Urinetown, Encores!), Birthright Is An Unflinching, Deeply Personal Theatrical Event That Examines The Shifting Tides Of Jewish Identity, The Cost Of Belonging, And The Fault Lines That Divide Us. Read More Apr 1, 2025 First Time In Florida IDF Wounded Soldiers To Compete In Historic Wheelchair Basketball Game For The First Time In Florida, Wounded Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Soldiers Will Take To The Basketball Court In A Historic Wheelchair Basketball Game Against The Miami Sharks, A Local Team Of Dedicated Wheelchair Athletes. This Powerful Event Will Unite Heroes From Two Nations, Israel And The United States, Coming Together Through Resilience, Sportsmanship, And The Unbreakable Spirit Of Those Who Have Sacrificed For Their Countries. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Critical Archives, Tell The Story - New Website Details The Persecution, Looting And Deportation Of Jews During The Holocaust In Hungary The Zekelman Holocaust Center (The HC) And The World Jewish Restitution Organization (WJRO) Have Announced The Launch Of A New Website Featuring 180 Digitized, Searchable Microfilm Reels With More Than 160,000 Frames Related To Jews In Hungary During World War II. A Key Highlight Of This Collection Is The Documentation Of Jewish Cultural Property—Including Art Collections, Personal Possessions And Valuable Assets—Seized By The Hungarian Government, Nazis, Their Allies And Collaborators. This Extensive Archive Also Tells The Story Of The Systematic Persecution And Near Destruction Of Hungary’s Jewish Community During The Holocaust, Showcasing How Lives Were Upended Through Exclusion, Property Confiscation And Eventual Deportation. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Discover Your Jewish Heritage - A Journey Through Time A Member Of The International Association Of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) Are You Curious About Your Family's Jewish Roots? The Jewish Genealogical Society Of Greater Miami (JGSGM) Opens Doors To A Fascinating Journey Of Ancestral Discovery. Whether You're Just Beginning To Explore Your Heritage Or You're An Experienced Genealogist, Our Community Provides The Tools, Knowledge And Support You Need To Uncover Your Family's Unique Story. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Brandon Goldberg - A Jazz Evening The Music Of Kern, Gershwin, Porter And Powell Brandon Goldberg Has Been Playing Piano And Making Music Since He Was Three Years Old. Critics Have Praised His “Unassailable Technique, Advanced Harmonic Understanding, A Deep Sense Of Swing And Most Impressively, A Clarity And Plethora Of Ideas Executed To Near-Perfection.” – Downbeat Magazine Read More Apr 1, 2025 The Anne Frank Exhibition: A Powerful Journey Into History The Holocaust Documentation And Education Center Is Honored To Present The Anne Frank Exhibition, Now On Display Until June 30th, 2025. This Powerful And Moving Exhibition Offers A Unique Opportunity To Engage With The Story Of Anne Frank, A Young Girl Whose Words Have Transcended Time, Educating And Inspiring Generations. Read More Apr 1, 2025 Bringing Hope To Families Facing Infertility - Jewish Fertility Foundation Expands To South Florida Infertility Is A Silent Struggle For Many, Often Accompanied By Emotional And Financial Burdens That Make The Journey To Parenthood Seem Insurmountable. The Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF), A Nonprofit Dedicated To Providing Financial Assistance, Emotional Support And Educational Programming To Those Facing Infertility, Is Stepping Up To Help. In A Significant Expansion Of Its Outreach, JFF Is Launching In South Florida, Bringing Its Resources And Community-Based Support To Miami-Dade And Broward County Residents. Read More Feb 18, 2025 From Miami’s Jewish Beginning, There Was Isidor Cohen Recently the City of Miami celebrated Isidor Cohen, a true pioneer of Miami, with the naming of Isidor Cohen Road. The event, held with family and friends present at the Center for Jewish Life at Beth David, 2625 Southwest 3rd Avenue, honored his legacy of community growth, cultural inclusion, and vision for our city’s future. (Pictured: All descendants of Isidor and Ida Cohen.) Read More Feb 18, 2025 Memorial For Miami-Dade Mayor’s Mother Held At Chabad Pictured: Barry Snyder with Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. A Shloshim Memorial Service honoring the life of Lois May Jaffin Levine, the mother of Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, was held this week at Chabad Chayil in Miami-Dade North. Read More Feb 18, 2025 History, Culture, Music And Reflection Intertwine: "Jerusalem Of The Rhine & The 80th Anniversary Of The Liberation Of Dachau" River Cruise Pictured: “The Gentleman” - Courtesy of Transcend Cruises South Florida Symphony Orchestra and participating South Florida synagogues are proud to announce a once-in-a-lifetime journey, "Jerusalem of the Rhine & The 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Dachau." This exclusive and highly immersive voyage takes place Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 - Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025. Read More Feb 18, 2025 The New Year For Trees When’s the last time you wished a tree Happy New Year? Coming up this year on Thursday, February 13th, is a great opportunity to do exactly that. The day is known as Tu B’Shevat, and Jewish people throughout the world celebrate it as the New Year of Trees. Read More Feb 18, 2025 80 Years Of Remembrance: On January 27th, 1945, The Nazi Concentration Camp Of Auschwitz Was Liberated By The Soviet Red Army Pictured: The railway tracks used to transport Jews to the Auschwitz death camp in Poland. Credit: Moshe Milner, GPO During World War II (1939-1945), multiple Concentration Camps were established by the Nazis across Europe, the "Final Solution" to a problem they saw as unbearable: the Jewish existence. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Keller's Korner - Todd Golden Pictured: Florida Gators men’s basketball Head Coach (L) Todd Golden with Neil Keller. (Photo Courtesy of Alyse Sachs) Welcome to Keller’s Korner. This column will cover the men’s basketball Head Coach for the Florida Gators, Todd Golden. He was born on July 7, 1985 and as of this writing, he is coaching the sixth ranked team in the country. The Florida Gators had a huge and loud crowd when we attended the February 4, 2025 game against the Commodores of Vanderbilt. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Books & Books Is Proud To Present: On Being Jewish Now An Evening With Talia Carner, Dara Levan, Amy Ephron, Zibby Owens And Debbie Reed Fischer On Being Jewish Now is an intimate and hopeful collection of meaningful, smart, funny, sad, emotional, and inspiring essays from today’s authors and advocates about what it means to be Jewish, how life has changed since the attacks on October 7th, 2023, and the unique culture that brings this group together. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Strengthening Communities Across Israel: 7,495 Volunteers Impact Over 122,000 Lives A Jewish National Fund-USA Grassroots Initiative dedicated to strengthening communities across Israel, has released new data showcasing its transformative impact on the country’s northern and southern regions. According to the latest report, its initiative has mobilized 7,495 active community volunteers, who in turn serve over 122,600 beneficiaries through educational, cultural, and social welfare programs. Read More Feb 18, 2025 The Brandeis Center and Jewish Americans for Fairness in Education Agree with Harvard to Settle Title VI Litigation Today, Plaintiffs The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law and Jewish Americans for Fairness in Education (“JAFE”) announced that they have reached an agreement to resolve their claims against Harvard University. As part of the settlement, Harvard has agreed to implement a series of steps, building on measures that Harvard has undertaken over the past year as a part of its commitment to combating antisemitism. Harvard and the Brandeis Center look forward to working together in these efforts. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Experience History And Culture During L'Chaim: A Toast To The Jewish Legacy Of Broadway In an enchanting celebration of music, history and heritage, the City of Aventura presents L'Chaim: A Toast to the Jewish Legacy of Broadway on Thursday, February 20th at 8:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Presents The Shvesters & More: Transforming classic Yiddish and Jewish melodies into Sophisticated, Contemporary Harmonic Arrangements The City of Aventura has an entertaining Lineup in store for you featuring Yiddish and Jewish melodies, a Piano Festival with Ilya Itin and more. This celebration of talent and artistry promises unforgettable experiences for every audience. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Slow Burn Theatre Company Presents "Parade": A Story Of A Newlywed Jewish Couple, Who Are Struggling To Make A Life In The Old Red Hills Of Georgia Slow Burn Theatre Company presents “Parade,” a powerful and poignant musical revival based on the true story of the trial and lynching of Leo Frank, as part of its 2024/2025 Season supported by American National Bank and Visit Lauderdale through Sunday, February 23rd in the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Read More Feb 18, 2025 Jewish Family Home Care Once Again Awarded With Three 2025 Best Of Home Care® Awards Jewish Family Home Care (JFHC) – a not-for-profit agency – is honored to announce that it once again received three 2025 Best of Home Care Awards from Activated Insights, formerly Home Care Pulse, the leading firm in experience management for post-acute care. The awards include the Leader in Experience, Provider of Choice and Employer of Choice. JFHC received all three awards in 2024 and both the Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice and Employer of Choice Awards from Activated Insights in 2023. Read More Jan 8, 2025 “Where Does YOUR House of Worship Fit in YOUR Home?” A 2023 Gallup poll found that the percentage of Americans attending weekly religious services fell from 42% to 30% over the past 20 years. The article further broke these numbers down by individual religion. Sixteen percent of Jews responding to the survey expressed that they attend services weekly. And, while there was no deeper dive into the denomination breakdown, it stands to reason that if one were to remove Orthodox Jews from that equation, the percentage of Jews attending weekly services would be far, far lower than 16%. Ouch. Read More Jan 8, 2025 Miami Jewish Film Festival - Reaffirms Its Mission To Foster Empathy And Understanding Through Cinema The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) proudly announces the program for its 28th edition which will be January 9th, 2025 - January 23rd, 2025. The Festival will showcase 110 feature films and 23 shorts from 25 countries, including 20 world premieres, 8 international premieres, 9 North American premieres, and 6 U.S. premieres. As the largest Jewish film festival in the world, 28th Edition will host over 80 in-theater screenings across eight venues in Greater Miami, including Miami Beach, Coral Gables, and North Miami. Read More Jan 8, 2025 45th Annual South Florida Chanukah Festival Inspires & Uplifts A Sellout Arena Dear Friend(s), The 45th Annual South Florida Chanukah Festival was nothing short of extraordinary, an unforgettable night brimming with energy, emotion, and inspiration that lit up the hearts of nearly 4,500 attendees in the sold-out arena – and thousands more worldwide who joined us online. Read More Jan 8, 2025 For The First Time Since October 7th - Birthright Israel Participants Return To Visit And Volunteer In Northern Israel Birthright Israel is excited to announce the launch of its winter season, with a special milestone: for the first time since October 7th, participants will return to visit the northern regions of Israel. This week, the first groups have already begun touring the historic city of Safed, marking the return of Birthright trips to this iconic part of the country. Additionally, participants in the Birthright volunteering program will begin engaging in volunteer activities in northern towns within the next few weeks. Read More Jan 8, 2025 $14 Million raised at United Hatzalah’s Miami Gala The atmosphere was energetic and inspiring at JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort and Spa in Aventura as former World Boxing Champion Floyd Mayweather announced that he was donating $1 Million to United Hatzalah of Israel. Mayweather made his pledge as he received United Hatzalah’s Champion of Israel Award during the life-saving organization’s annual Miami Gala. $14 Million was raised during the event that hosted 1,700 supporters. The gala’s co-chairs were Margo Cohen and Dr. Phil Frost. Read More Jan 8, 2025 100 Jewish American Mothers Visit Israel As Part Of Emotional Trip With Momentum A delegation of Jewish mothers from eight U.S. cities took part in Momentum’s year-long Journey of Growth, connecting them with their Jewish identity and heritage. Read More Jan 8, 2025 JCN - AFMDA Honors Actress Patricia Heaton at its Miami Gala On December 11th, 2024, the spotlight shined on Hollywood stars Patricia Heaton and Liev Schreiber as the two celebrities demonstrated their unwavering support for Israel during the “American Friends of Magen David Adom’s 2024 Miami Gala – Celebrating Life. Honoring Lifesavers.” 900 supporters of AFMDA attended the festive fundraising extravaganza which was held at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort in Aventura. Read More

The Broward Center Invites The Community To A FREE Open House Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. During the open house, guests can tour the education center, observe or participate in classes, meet the teaching artists, sing in Broadway Karaoke, win prizes, and enjoy an array of family activities and light refreshments. Singing, dance, improv and acting classes for children, teens and adults at the Broward Center are designed to encourage artistic expression and teach theater skills in a fun and supportive environment. Special classes for people with physical and intellectual disabilities are also available. Additionally, students have the opportunity to audition to be in a show or represent the Broward Center at upcoming community performances. Fall classes begin on Tuesday, September 2 and the majority continue for 10 weeks. Classes are limited in size and tailored to the appropriate age and skill levels from beginner to more advanced. All class fees include complimentary parking. Online class registration is quick and user friendly, and students who purchase a second class can enjoy a 10% discount on any additional class. Fall classes and open house schedules are available at www.BrowardCenter.org/Classes . Guests who plan to attend the open house are encouraged to RSVP in advance via online registration form at: https://browardcenter.wufoo.com/forms/rsvp-open-house-fall-classes-2025/ - Via email at: registrar@browardcenter.org - Or by phone at: (954) 468-2689. Need-based full and partial scholarships for the education programs are available thanks to the generosity of the Ronald Plotkin Scholarship Fund and David Kilmnick & Robert Vitelli Scholarship Fund. For more information visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like us on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter and: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation - Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BrowardCenter, subscribe to our channel at: www.YouTube.com/user/BrowardCenter - And join the conversation with #BrowardCenter . The Broward Center 2025/2026 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Nicklaus Children’s Health System. About The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 850 performances each year to more than 600,000 patrons, displaying a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center also manages The Parker, an iconic Fort Lauderdale venue, the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University and the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Miami-Dade County. The Broward Performing Arts Foundation, Inc. receives and maintains funds to sustain, develop and secure the future of the Broward Center. The Broward Center is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org . Previous Next

ZOA Condemns France/Macron’s Recognition Of A Non-Existent, Illegal Palestinian Terror State By ZOA Aug 15, 2025 Zionist Organization Of America (ZOA) National President Morton A. Klein Released The Following Statement: The ZOA condemns French President Emmanuel Macron’s “recognition” this past Thursday of a non-existent, illegal Palestinian terror state. Macron’s “recognition” of a State of Palestine rewards the Hamas and PLO/PA (Palestinian Authority) terror regimes; incites and promotes Arab/Islamic terrorism by sending a message that massacring 1,200 Jewish men, women, children and babies pays; violates Israeli sovereign rights and international law which guarantees under the San Remo agreement, UN Charter Article 80 and many more international agreements, the right of the Jewish people the areas that such a state may include and forbids the UN to transfer any part of Palestine to a non-Jewish entity; endangers Israel; tramples over the will of the Israeli people and its democratically elected officials and Knesset (all of which overwhelmingly oppose a Palestinian state); will incite further attacks on France’s beleaguered Jewish community; and could encourage other nations to follow Macron’s despicable example. It is sickening that while Hamas is still torturing and holding innocent Israelis hostage in the bowels of Hamas’ terror tunnels, and while the Palestinian Authority is still inciting and paying Arab terrorists hundreds of thousands of dollars per year to murder innocent Jews (“pay to slay”), that Macron is rewarding the Hamas and PA/PLO terror regimes. Apparently, France’s large Muslim population (estimated at ten percent of the population) and his 19% dismal approval rating has resulted in Macron losing any sense of decency, morality or respect for international law. And under Law a state cannot be established unless it has stability of institutions, democratic policies, rule of law, respect for human rights and protects minorities. Hamas in Gaza and the Palestinian Authority fulfill none of these requirements for statehood recognition. In fact, France’s own EU would forbid such an entity to join even the EU, let alone the UN. Furthermore, it would be a beggar state as Gaza/PA only survives due to the largesse of Iran and other countries. Notably, today, Palestinian Media Watch reported that PA President Mahmoud Abbas’ (whose Fatah Charter calls for the destruction of Israel) senior adviser on Religious Affairs and Islamic Relations Mahmoud Al-Habbash stated that “everyone” (every Palestinian) “cheered and praised” the October 7 massacre of 1,200 innocent Israelis and wounding of another 5,000 Israelis and hostage-taking. This is clearly not a population that would live in peace with Israel. Macron is seeking to strengthen the very same people who are cheering the most terrible genocidal atrocities against Jews. ZOA is encouraged that top U.S. and Israeli government officials and independent experts condemned Macron’s “recognition” of a PA state. Here are some of their important statements: Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s tweet: “The United States strongly rejects @EmmanuelMacron’s plan to recognize a Palestinian state at the @UN general assembly. This reckless decision only serves Hamas propaganda and sets back peace. It is a slap in the face to the victims of October 7th.” President Trump statement to press: “What he [Macron] says doesn’t matter. . . . that statement doesn’t carry weight.” Sen. Lindsay Graham, R-S.C. tweet: “The French government’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state is curious and disturbing on multiple levels. I am certain this will embolden Hamas and make a ceasefire more difficult. In addition, here are some questions that come to mind. Who’s in charge? What are the borders and boundaries? What is the governance structure? Does Hamas stay involved politically or militarily? Is the West Bank and Gaza part of a single state? Are they allowed to have an army? Does the education system change? Other than these few missing details, it seems like a foolproof plan!” Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark. Cotton tweet: “This [Macron’s recognition announcement] is a shameful endorsement of terrorists. The best way for this conflict to end is to back Israel in its righteous mission of rescuing the hostages and defeating Hamas.” Richard Kemp tweet: @COLRICHARDKEMP “Macron planning to recognize a Palestinian state, rewarding the thousands of terrorists who invaded Israel, murdering, raping, torturing, kidnapping & burning. He [Macron] is incentivizing and encouraging jihadists everywhere, including in France.” Richard L. Cravatts tweet: @rcravatts “Macron–and the other international leaders who have done this–are “recognizing” nothing, a fiction. What are the borders of this state? Who is its leader? What type of government will it have? Who are the citizens? What social, economic, and cultural cohesion will it have?” PM Netanyahu tweet: “We strongly condemn President Macron’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state next to Tel Aviv in the wake of the October 7 massacre. Such a move rewards terror and risks creating another Iranian proxy, just as Gaza became. A Palestinian state in these conditions would be a launch pad to annihilate Israel — not to live in peace beside it. Let’s be clear: the Palestinians do not seek a state alongside Israel; they seek a state instead of Israel.” Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin: Called the move “a black stain on France’s history and a direct boost to terrorism.” He added: “The Land of Israel belongs to the people of Israel, and even President Macron’s declaration will not change that.” Levin called for Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley, calling it “a just and historic response to the shameful decision by the President of France.” U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee statement (on June 1, after Macron previously promoted the idea of “recognizing” a ‘State of Palestine”): “It’s incredibly inappropriate in the midst of a war that Israel is dealing with to go out and present something that I think increasingly Israelis are steadfast against. Oct. 7 changed a lot of things. If France is really so determined to see a Palestinian state, I have a suggestion for them—carve out a piece of the French Riviera and create a Palestinian state. They are welcome to do that, but they are not welcome to impose that kind of pressure on a sovereign nation. And I find it revolting that they think they have the right to do such a thing.” U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee latest tweet: (July 25) “Macron’s unilateral ‘declaration’ of a ‘Palestinian’ state didn’t say WHERE it would be,” Huckabee wrote in a post on X. “I can now exclusively disclose that France will offer the French Riviera & the new nation will be called ‘Franc-en-Stine.'” Pierre Griselin (French ex-marine and ex-mayor) tweet: “The vast majority of French people disapprove of this announcement by #Macron Thank you for distinguishing between Hamas collaborators and French people who are friends of the Jewish people.” Previous Next

Ketubah Renaissance: The Artful Modern Revival Of The Jewish Marriage Contract Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. Illuminating the contemporary revival of the Jewish marriage contract, Ketubah Renaissance relays the storied history of this beloved document (known in Hebrew as a ketubah) through the present day and showcases sixty of the most innovative and beautiful ketubot of the last half century. Originally created 2,500 years ago as a unilateral marriage contract stating what a groom would provide for his bride, the ketubah evolved from the tenth century onward into a richly decorated expression of love and commitment. Starting in the late 1960s a modern sensibility took root. Influenced by Jewish life and North American society at large, hundreds of artists and calligraphers began to imprint their unique aesthetic onto each ketubah design—a movement Judaica scholar Shalom Sabar calls “a veritable renaissance of the illuminated ketubbah”—while also updating the original Aramaic text to express contemporary values. “Thoughtful, inspiring, ingenious, inventive, playful, profound… Adjectives fail me. Ketubah Renaissance is a gorgeous testament to the creative, aesthetic, and spiritual health of Jewish life in the late twentieth and early twenty-first century. The images summon the ‘mazal tovs’ of weddings past, present, and future.”–Anita Diamant, author of twelve books, including The Red Tent and The Jewish Wedding Now Couples and families with upcoming weddings as well as officiating clergy, educators, aficionados of Jewish culture, scholars, and others will discover the evolving history of the ketubah in all its facets: its artforms, texts, scripts, iconography, production processes, and technological innovations. A curated, chronological ketubah gallery brings readers up close to sixty influential ketubot and the artists who created them—a colorful cornucopia of breakthroughs that epitomize the ketubah renaissance. “This stunning collection of marriage contracts in many media, from paper cuts to fabric, accompanied by an accessible history, is a must-have for anyone who loves Jewish ritual art.” –Jodi Eichler-Levine, Berman Professor of Jewish Civilization at Lehigh University and author of Painted Pomegranates and Needlepoint Rabbis: How Jews Craft Resilience and Create Community “Clear, well organized, and thoroughly researched, Ketubah Renaissance will make an outstanding gift to a couple soon to be married, providing ideas for the text and illustration of their own marriage contract as well as teaching about the history of ketubot. For rabbis, educators, and scholars as well, it’s an exceptional addition to the existing volumes on historical ketubot.” –Dorion Liebgott, editor of Art and Tradition: Treasures of Jewish Life For more information, please visit: www.jps.org . About The Jewish Publication Society 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. JPS is proud to partner with the University of Nebraska Press, which produces and distributes JPS books. About the Author Michael Shapiro is the Founder and CEO of Ketubah.com, the world’s leading publisher of artistic Jewish wedding contracts, and a worldwide lecturer on historical and contemporary ketubot. For nearly three decades he has helped shape the development of contemporary ketubah art by guiding both influential and emerging contemporary ketubah artists and by freeing a wider range of artists of the need to master the text themselves. His ketubah publishing innovations include cutting-edge archival quality printing, laser cutting on demand, and an online tool to submit and verify all Hebrew names on the contract. Shalom Sabar is professor emeritus of Jewish art and folklore at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the author of more than 265 publications exploring Jewish art and the material culture of Jewish communities in Europe and the Islamic East, including The Art of the Ketubbah: Marriage Contracts from the Library of the Jewish Theological Seminary. To read more and purchase a copy of the book, visit: https://jps.org/books/ketubah-renaissance/ Previous Next

Immigration And Assimilation Discussion Groups: Discover Your Family Heritage Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. The search for one’s roots is a hobby. Most hobbies require one to learn new skills and improve those by practice. A hobby requires the investment of time, and as much money as one could comfortably spend. What are the returns from these investments? Discovery of people who came before you and others with whom your family lost contact. In the old days most people lived and died within a small area where they were born. A child grew up knowing all of their aunts, uncles, cousins and of course, their grandparents. Discovery is a gradual process. Those whose hobby is Genealogy, often feel victorious and happy each time they find something new and interesting. It is a joyful series of breakthroughs. In our time, families are often scattered all over the country or even globally. “America is a nation of immigrants.” Native Americans kept their stories either through word-of-mouth, or by recording it through art and other permanent recordings. Those who are descendants of immigrants, often had lost contact with relatives left behind in a generation or two. Not only the distance becomes a barrier, but the language as well. Good news: with modern tools, such as the internet and various archives much of the history of a family can be recovered. Have you heard of the Television Program: “Finding Your Roots!”? Professor Henry Louis Gates of Harvard interviews two or three guests in each episode on public television, and then presents each one with the guest’s family tree along with stories discovered from various sources. A few examples from past programs: A Cuban born Fashion Designer learned about his centuries old roots from the Canary Islands, the ancestry of an African-American celebrity, a football star turned tv host, was traced to Charlemagne (748-814), the first emperor of Western Europe. The hostess of “Fresh Air” on public radio had no idea about her relatives who perished in the Holocaust; a well-known television news anchor discovered his roots both in Africa and in Western Europe. How is it done and who can do it? 1. Interview your elders, record it, or take lots of notes. 2. Ask and search for your family’s records, e.g., Birth, Marriage and Death Documents, Diplomas, Immigration Records, Union Cards, even Criminal Records. 3. Ask for photos and search both the albums and the shoeboxes. 4. The internet seems to be a bottomless well of family data. Census Records are free, the Mormon Church Records are accessible, Public Records of family events are open to all. 5. Genealogy websites; such as: Myheritage, Ancestry, etc. charge a fee but are often accessible for free at Public Libraries. 6. DNA Analysis is a powerful tool and its cost has declined considerably over the years. 7. Newspaper Archives are a rich source of Birth, Marriage, and Death Announcements. What to do with all the data you find? Some people focus on building a family tree, others collect stories and produce a family log. Some write a history of the family. Others use the research results to connect with distant relatives. Along with learning about people, most Genealogists also learn a lot of history, geography, politics, etc. One of the joys is to travel to places where one’s ancestors lived and visit their former homes, Schools, Cemeteries, etc. One may get to connect with lost relatives. Genealogy Is Like A Sport: The more you search, the better you get at it. Join a group or club. Learn from experienced members. Ask your school to offer a class. It is not only about research, but a social activity, where people with similar interests become your friends and helpers. Let me introduce my two groups: the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami and the Genealogy Society of Greater Miami, Inc. The JGSGM Had been meeting monthly at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, North of Downtown Miami, but since the epidemic started, we Zoom. The GSGM had been meeting at the Pinecrest Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library. Visitors are welcome at both groups! Activities of the JGSGM: At each meeting there is a speaker. The topics range from “How to…?” to “How I found my xyz.” There are interesting presentations about specific national or social groups, their history, traditions, customs, etc. There are workshops for beginners and for anyone interested in specific tools. There is an active “cemetery group” Who photograph, catalog and map cemeteries. Activities of the JGSGM: Excellent training sessions about “How to…?” Both for beginners and advanced researchers’ talks by visiting speakers about a wide variety of topics. National And International Meetings There are many Genealogy groups and subgroups with special interests. For instance, there are groups interested in a country or area of origin, or in a period of history, such as the American Civil War, or the World Wars, etc. These meetings take place at different places and they are very interesting, But quite expensive considering the cost of travel, accommodations, registration and the temptation to buy “stuff,” souvenirs, tools, books and so on… The speakers and group events are very high quality and provide the opportunity to meet and consult with world class experts. On behalf of both societies, we invite you to test the waters by coming to meet our members who would be happy to discuss any subject in relation to Genealogy research. Thanks for listening! Any questions? Paulette Bronstein - President Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami Member Discussion Groups The Adult Reading Room, in partnership with The Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami, invites you to join them every Thursday for a special series of interactive discussion groups. The next discussion group will be held, August 21st and 28th - 10:30 a.m. - Noon. These sessions offer a unique chance to: • Dive into documentaries and written materials about immigration experiences • Share your family records and personal stories • Connect with up to 15 attendees passionate about genealogy and heritage Whether you’re just starting your family history research or looking to deepen your knowledge, this is your opportunity to learn, share, and celebrate your roots. Reserve your seat today and bring any family materials you’d like to share! RSVP: Etta Gold: egold@tbam.org For more information, view our website at: https://www.jgs-miami.org Previous Next

"A Life Of The Party": The Radical Journey Of Amy Schechter Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. An FBI informant labeled Amy Schechter “a regular ten-minute egg” (as in hard-boiled). The New York Times called her “one of the most ardent among the New York radicals.” A Jewish columnist wrote that she was “one of the few genuinely idealistic Communists; she lives up to her ideals in her private life, sharing what she has with others less fortunate.” The youngest of Solomon and Mathilde Roth Schechter's three children was born in England, educated in the United States and, as a member of the Communist Party, devoted more than four decades, beginning in the early 1920s, to the struggles of working men and women. "A Life of the Party" blends the historical record with narrative fiction fitting Amy Schechter's life and times. Amy's adventures took her to Russia — to a little-known colony of American Communists in Siberia and to the International Lenin School in Moscow — and across the United States, from coal fields and textile mills to docks and shipyards. Amy reported on labor issues for Communist newspapers and other sympathetic publications. Her own name appeared in headlines and articles during the 1929 Loray Mill strike in Gastonia, North Carolina — one of the most violent of its time — where she was an organizer and one of 16 defendants tried for murder when the police chief was shot to death. "Under different circumstances, as a Jew visiting from out of town, Amy likely would have received an invitation to a Passover Seder the night of April 24, 1929. Instead, she was released from jail that morning after her second arrest in two days after deliberately violating the city’s new ban on parading," Schechter writes. It's also likely that the Jews who owned mills near Gastonia would not have wanted Amy at their table. The book project began in 1999, with a letter that Schechter's father received from an expert on Soviet activities in the United States, asking about a man with whom Amy had a relationship. Along with the letter came three pages of a heavily-redacted FBI report. That piqued Schechter's interest. His research included using the Freedom of Information Act to obtain hundreds of pages of FBI reports. A CNN colleague in Moscow unearthed a document from Soviet archives. Schechter combed through articles that reported on Amy's activities and read dozens that she wrote. He had enlightening conversations with two 88-year-old comrades who had their own memories of Amy. “Were she around today, I have no doubt that Amy would have supported the current labor struggles and racial justice protests,” Schechter says. “History may not have been kind to the Communists, but in Amy’s time the Communists often were at the forefront in calling attention to economic and social inequities in the United States, and in organizing people for change.” Dave Schechter's journalism career has extended from a daily newspaper and local television stations to the Cable News Network bureau in Jerusalem, and 26-plus years on CNN's national news desk. As a freelance writer for the past 11 years, he has been honored with Rockower Awards from the American Jewish Press Association. Dave lives in Atlanta with his wife, journalist and children’s book author Audrey Galex. They are the parents of three adult children and cater to two grand-dogs. "A Life of the Party" is available online at Amazon.Com, Bookshop.Org, BarnesandNoble.Com, ReaderHouse.Com, and other sites. More information at: https://www.daveschechter.com/ Author and Journalist Dave Schechter Available online at: www.Amazon.Com , www.Bookshop.Org , www.BarnesandNoble.Com , www.ReaderHouse.Com , and other sites. Previous Next

Tamarac’s TBTST Temple Takes Community Action To Heart Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. Rabbis Rami Pavolotzky and Daniela Szuster explain the underlying source of Mitzvah Day: “Tzedakah” the mitzvah of philanthropy and charity actually translates as “justice.” Tzedakah goes beyond financial donations to include actions and contributions of time, effort, and awareness. Most people are familiar with Jewish charities supporting schools, hospitals and social action globally, not just in the Jewish world. The 'mitzvah of tzedakah', justice through social action, not just financial transactions, is an integral part of Judaism.” This year’s Mitzvah Day/Open House brought together the TBTST “family” with both visitors seeking information on the synagogue, and with our many non-Jewish friends and neighbors, all united by performing acts of kindness. TBTST Clergy, Educators and Leadership will be on hand to answer any questions about the synagogue while joining in Mitzvah activities. Tours and registration for the synagogue’s Early Childhood Center and Religious School were offered. You didn’t have to be Jewish to be a part of doing Mitzvot! Adults and children are welcome to participate in a variety of projects. 2025 Mitzvah Day projects included: • Making Greeting Cars for the Daniel Cantor Senior Center • Assembling 100’s of Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches for Craig’s Pantry in Plantation • Collecting new children’s clothing donations for JAFCO • Making and packaging cookies for Tamarac’s First Responders • Collecting clothing for Veterans’ Homes and for Women in Distress of Broward County • Collecting new and gently used children & teen shoes for distribution by In Jacob’s Shoes • Helping fur babies by making fleece blankets for The Humane Society • Packing items previously collected for U.S. Troops through Operation Shoebox • Giving Blood donations at the Big Red Bus in the synagogue parking lot This year, participants had the additional opportunity of connecting with individual Israeli citizens, showing personal support to many in the war-traumatized country by establishing new relationships with both adults and children there. Through a special alliance with Israel’s growing Masorti-Conservative movement, participants will be able to engage in a new Pen-Pal program, connecting with Israelis of all ages. In addition, children from TBTST’s Religious School and its Early Childhood Center created friendship bracelets for their new Israeli friends. For more information about Tamarac’s Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek (TBTST), visit: www.tbtst.org . About The Temple Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek (TBTST) is a vibrant, egalitarian Conservative synagogue centrally located at 5700 Northwest 94th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33312 in West Broward County, just off the Sawgrass Expressway. The entrance is through the synagogue parking lot off Northwest 58th Avenue, opposite the Tamarac Aquatic Center Playground. Locally, the synagogue is an active member of the Tamarac - North Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce and globally, it is part of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. TBTST offers an ideal balance of traditional and modern Conservative Judaism in a welcoming environment. Our diverse congregation includes people from all Jewish backgrounds and ethnicities - young and old, married and single, with or without children, interfaith families, the LGBTQ community. Through our inspirational and interactive services, multi-generational education, social programming and life-cycle experiences, we offer the opportunity to strengthen relationships with Judaism and the Jewish community. Previous Next

ZOA Welcomes New Director Of Marketing And Communications Ilana Lax Jewish Connection News Aug 15, 2025 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. She Will Be Helping To Promote ZOA’s Agenda Of Opposing A Dangerous Palestinian Arab State; Fighting Antisemitism On Campuses And Throughout The United States And The World; Exposing The Terrorist Palestinian Authority; Highlighting ZOA’s Lawsuits Under Title VI Of The Civil Rights Act To Protect Jewish Students ─ An Act That Thanks To The ZOA-Led Campaign Was Reinterpreted To Cover Jews; Highlighting ZOA’s Work On Campuses And Capitol Hill; And Fighting The Arab/Islamic War Against Israel, Jews And The West. In Addition, She Will Help Expose The Lies Of Apartheid, Genocide, And Occupation; Of The Palestinian Authority’s Alleged Moderateness; Of Jerusalem’s Alleged Holiness To Muslims. Lax Will Be Enhancing Our Website, Social Media Presence And Much More. Ilana Lax brings more than 25 years of experience in marketing and communications, with deep expertise in public relations, Social Media, and branding. Her work in the Jewish Non-Profit education sector includes marketing leadership roles at Yeshivah of Flatbush and the Schechter School of Long Island over the past decade. Prior to that, she held communications positions at several major non-profits, including a five-year tenure at the Metropolitan Opera dealing with world renowned performers and internationally known business leaders and supporters. Ilana is a graduate of the University of Michigan. “We are delighted to welcome Ilana Lax as the new Director of Marketing and Communications at ZOA,” said Morton A. Klein, National President of the Zionist Organization of America. “Ilana brings a wealth of experience in strategic communications, including in the Jewish and non-profit sectors. We are confident that her expertise will play a vital role in advancing ZOA’s mission and expanding our reach during this critical time for Israel and the Jewish community and the world.” “I look forward to working closely with the talented Ilana Lax who joins an extraordinary team at ZOA,” said Alan Jay, National Executive Director. “ZOA’s great leadership team includes Susan Tuchman, Esq. Director of ZOA’s Center for Law and Justice; Dan Pollak, Director of ZOA’s Center for Government Relations; Elizabeth Berney, Esq. ZOA’s Director of Research and Special Projects; ZOA Strategist Akiba Covitz, Jonathan Ginsberg, Director of ZOA’s Center for Campus Activism as well as ZOA’s fabulous regional directors and wonderful administrative personnel.” “I am thrilled to be joining ZOA, where I can combine my strong passion for the Jewish people and the State of Israel with my deep background in marketing and communications to help advance the organization’s mission by promoting truths that are often ignored or misstated,” said Ilana Lax. Previous Next