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The Orlando Chapter of Hadassah will host the annual Bunny Rosen Women’s Heart Health luncheon and fashion show at the Hilton Altamonte Springs, 350 Northlake Blvd, in Altamonte Springs, on Mar. 30 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The luncheon benefits the Women’s Zionist Organization of America.The fashion show will feature clothing and accessories by Dillards of Altamonte Springs. The cost is $54 per person and sponsorships are available. Register for the event at https://hwzoa.networkforgood.com/events/81040-fl-fbr-orlando-bunny-ros...
Shalom Orlando Come in costume to the Orlando Solar Bears hockey game on March 9. The Solar Bears will take on the Greenville Swamp Rabbits at the Kia Center, 3 p.m. Schedule of events include: 1:30 – 2:50 p.m., snacks and children's activities; 2 p.m., doors open, 3 p.m. the game begins, and at 5:40 p.m. the Jewish Academy of Orlando Choir will perform and there will be a parade on the ice. Tickets are $22 each. For more information email Zipporah.Hruby@shalomorlando.org. Southwest Orlando J...
Every Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. fresh Challah is available for purchase (only $10 each) in the JCC lobby and on Wednesday evenings from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. in the Congregation Ohev Shalom lobby. The Challah is made by RAISE employees taught by Ben Breslauer from B&K Bakery. RAISE n’ Challah is mission driven to provide meaningful work experiences to adults with disabilities. The Challah may also be pre-ordered. If you have any questions or issues with pre-ordering, contact Robin Merkel at 407-621-4036 or robin.merkel@Shalom...
There is a dilemma for Jewish students who attend Lake Mary and Lyman high schools in Seminole County. Both schools scheduled their senior proms for April 12, the first night of Passover. Noelle Rivers, parent of a Lake Mary student, said her daughter came home upset, saying she has to weigh going to prom or being home with the family for Passover. Karin Barth, mother of a Lyman freshman, said “no student should have to choose between celebrating their faith and enjoying an important event like prom. Teenagers look forward to prom as a c...
Shalom Orlando received a grant for $17,400 at the Orange County ACT Awards. Shalom Orlando was one of five new recipients this year. The money will be used for cultural arts programming in the upcoming year. Shown here are (l-r) Ashley Samuels, Jason Venning, Rachel Greenspan, Samantha Taylor, and Stan Rubins....
On the morning of Feb. 6, the Jewish Chamber of Commerce hosted a free breakfast at One Senior Place. The event, led by Board President Harrison Shames, who also serves as the executive director of the Jewish National Fund, celebrated the holiday of Tu B'Shevat, a time for reflection on nature and growth. Guests were treated to a delicious breakfast prepared by Chris Shepherd, manager of One Senior Place. The spread included fresh fruit, bagels with cream cheese, muffins, and yogurt. A special...
Raise Your Glass 2025 will take place on Sunday, April 6 from 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz of Orlando located at 810 N. Orlando Ave., Maitland. This annually occurring event raises money in a unique way to help fight all those touched by cancer. Jason Mendelsohn said he was thrilled that Advent Health is once again their presenting sponsor. “Their cancer care is saving lives and truly impacting families,” Mendelsohn said. Purchase tickets and place names on the Mercedes-Benz car wrap to honor those touched by any type of cancer by going...
Sunday, Feb. 16 — Film Screening of “Sophie Scholl: The Final Days,” 2 p.m. at the Winter Park Library, 1052 West Morse Blvd. The film is a dramatization of the last six days of Sophie Scholl, one of the most famous members of the German WWII anti-Nazi resistance movement, The White Rose. RSVP at hmrec.org. Thursday, Feb. 20 — Orlando Shakes! presents “Cabaret” at 6:30 p.m. The performance is an exclusive fundraising performance benefiting the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida. Tickets include a pre-show reception w...
Five women, Debby Gendzier, Laurie Shader Smith, Danielle Krise, Michele Fischer and Aliza Nabatian, will be honored at Shalom Orlando’s Choices 2025. This year, Barbara Weinreich will be presented with a special Lifetime of Service Award in recognized of her extraordinary contributions and unwavering dedication to the Jewish community. The annual event will be held at Congregation Ohev Shalom, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, followed by dinner, catered by Crafted Gourmet, and the program at 7 p.m. Register by Feb...
Congregation Ohev Shalom is honoring Nina and Ron Oppenheim at "The Eras Gala" on Feb. 22, 2025. The Oppenheims' connection to Congregation Ohev Shalom spans decades, and their contributions have left a lasting impact on the congregation and the Orlando Jewish community. Synagogue President Debby Gendzier reflected warmly on their involvement, sharing, "Nina and Ron Oppenheim are family to Congregation Ohev Shalom. Like family, they have been incredibly supportive in every possible way to our...
Temple Israel Sisterhood started 2025 off on the right foot with a healthy and fun approach to the New Year! To ring in January, they offered both a high-energy Zumba class and a relaxing yoga session. These fitness opportunities brought members together for both movement and mindfulness, setting the tone for an exciting year ahead. The Zumba class was a hit, getting everyone moving and grooving to upbeat music while also providing a fantastic workout. The calming yoga session offered an...
On Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 9:30 a.m., the Jewish Pavilion Senior Services will host its annual Fashion Show at Dillard’s in the Altamonte Mall. Come enjoy a breakfast provided by sponsors, Dillard’s goody bags, and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. Following the show, take the opportunity to shop for the fantastic outfits you’ve just seen on the runway. This year’s fashion show will honor Jane Edelstein, an incredibly dedicated professional and volunteer, and someone you will want to meet. Tickets for general admission are priced at $25...
The Jewish Chamber of Commerce of Orlando invites community members to its free monthly Networking Breakfast, held the first Thursday of the month at One Senior Place, 7157 Lansdowne Blvd, Orlando, FL 32810. This event is free Ffor Chamber members. There is a nominal fee for nonmembers. This monthly gathering is a great opportunity for local professionals to connect, collaborate, and build relationships in a welcoming and vibrant environment. The next breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 6, at 8:30 a.m. The event, designed to foster...
Many Seminole County subscribers received their Jan. 10 and Jan. 17 issues of the Heritage after Jan. 20. Several readers called Heritage to ask what had happened? We don’t know why this only affected the Seminole County papers, but we do know that there were several holidays that delayed delivery of the paper: Christmas day, New Year’s day, former President Jimmy Carter’s death and Martin Luther King day. We aren’t “passing the buck” but in our defense, for over 40 years, through hurricanes and power outages, the Heritage has gone to the prin...
The Israeli American Council Central Florida, in collaboration with Shalom Orlando, is bringing The Anti-Zionism Escape Room to the Roth Family JCC, 851 N. Maitland Ave., on Feb. 4-5, 2025. This Escape Room is an immersive experience designed to address the challenges of anti-Zionism, inspired by the events of the past year and the rising protests on campuses and in public spaces. Through collaboration and critical thinking, participants will learn definitions and ways to identify anti-Zionism and develop strategies for addressing cases of...
The Jewish Pavilion Senior Services hosted a successful Sponsors Breakfast at Legacy Pointe recently, creating a welcoming space for board members, sponsors, and community leaders to connect over a shared commitment to supporting seniors in the Orlando area. The event was a unique opportunity for sponsors and board members to build lasting friendships while also engaging in meaningful business discussions that strengthen the organization's mission. The event highlighted the Jewish Pavilion Senio...
The International Holocaust Remembrance Day will be observed on Jan. 26, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., at The Roth Family JCC. The event is held yearly in remembrance of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on Jan. 27, 1945, and to commemorate those who lived through or were murdered during the Holocaust. State House Representative Anna Eskamani will speak at the event, as well as Irving Locker, a D-Day veteran and Jewish-American liberator. The event is free and open to the public. Register at www.holocaustedu.org....
One million paper clips are piled high on black construction paper on the stage, lit by a spotlight. Above it, the flickering black and white film of Jews walking to their deaths in a Nazi concentration camp is being shown on a theater-sized screen. And standing in front of the stage is the 17-year-old Edgewater High School senior who orchestrated this scene, along with several other exhibits that make a powerful stand against antisemitism and all sorts of hate. The first thing you notice about...
Speaking at a fundraising event held at the home of Barry and Donna Render, newly elected State Senator Randy Fine confirmed that he is running for Florida's 6th congressional district U.S. House of Representatives. Governor Ron DeSantis called for this special election to fill the seat vacated by Republican incumbent Michael Waltz, who was chosen by president-elect Donald Trump to be White House national security adviser. Keith Dvorchik, who has known Fine for more than six years and worked with him when he was CEO of the Greater Orlando...
The Jewish Chamber of Commerce in Orlando, led by Board President Harrison Shames of the Jewish National Fund, continues its mission of fostering community connections and providing networking opportunities to individuals from all backgrounds. Each month, the Chamber hosts a free networking breakfast at One Senior Place in Altamonte Springs, welcoming both members and non-members, regardless of faith or affiliation. Held every first Thursday morning at 8:30 am, the networking breakfast offers a...
At Cascade Heights, a longstanding partner of the Jewish Pavilion Senior Services, the warmth of community and tradition radiated through the halls, as residents and volunteers came together for a joyful Shabbat service and Chanukah party. For many years, Cascade Heights has been a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Jewish Pavilion, and their collaboration has turned these celebrations into much-anticipated events on the holiday calendar. This year, Cascade Heights transformed their activities room...
Exhibition — “Escape Denied: The Frank Family’s Struggle for Freedom,” exhibition will open on Jan. 16 and run through May 2, 2025. The opening reception will be on Jan. 16 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The exhibit reveals the Frank family’s struggle to emigrate from Nazi-occupied Europe, highlighting their failed attempts to find refuge in the U.S. and Cuba, and the broader impact of immigration policies during that time. Register at holocaustedu.org. International Holocaust Remembrance Day — The Holocaust Center will observe the 80th annivers...
A beautiful example of unity and collaboration brought the Southwest Jewish community together, showcasing its spirit of support for one another at the Rosen JCC Community Chanukah Fest. This celebration was the result of a successful collaboration among numerous Jewish nonprofits, offering unique activities for both children and adults. The event drew several hundred participants, creating a memorable community gathering. Highlights of the activities and their hosts included Chanukah Silly Putty and Instant Snow by Rosen JCC, Candle Making by...
Full or part-time Disney employees can log their volunteer hours and Disney will make a financial contribution to the Jack and Lee Rosen Jewish Community Center, no matter where you volunteered your time. Disney rewards all volunteerism by turning company-sponsored and personal volunteer hours into charitable donations. Cast members can convert their time into a grant for an eligible charity of their choice, and can do so throughout the calendar year, up to a total of $2,000 per employee. Hours may be logged up to Jan. 15 of the following year...
Chabad of South Orlando will host the annual Grand Car Menorah Parade on Sunday, Dec. 29 at 6 p.m. The parade will start at the Chabad Center of Jewish Life, 7347 W. Sand Lake Rd. with a police escort and finish at the Menorah lighting celebration, 5135 International Drive. To participate in the parade, arrive at the Chabad Center by 5:30 p.m....
