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"Only Bethanne Weiss can chair a fashion show, be the honoree and model: all at the same time," said Nancy Ludin, CEO of The Jewish Pavilion. The organization was thrilled to honor Weiss at their 2023 fashion show at Dillard's Altamonte Mall on Feb. 16. More than 200 women participated in the festivities. A delicious breakfast was provided by Jewish Pavilion sponsors. All of the models are integrally involved with the charity. Proceeds benefitted seniors in elder-care communities. No one wants...
Jewish Beginnings Preschool, a boutique Reggio-inspired program in Altamonte Springs, hosted a Mommy & Me with a Jewish Twist: Purim Edition! Young mothers and their babies, ages 0-3, gathered to enjoy Purim-themed sensory play activities, a sing-along circle time and delicious snacks. From playdough hamantashen to decorating clowns using colored spaghetti, each activity was designed to foster the child's creative spirit and sense of curiosity. A second session will be held next Sunday, March...
Orlando Hadassah will host its annual Bunny Rosen Women’s Heart Health Luncheon and Fashion Show on Sunday, March 19, at 11:30 a.m. at the Alfond Inn Winter Park, located at 300 E New England Ave, Winter Park. Online registration at https://events.hadassah.org/BunnyRoseFS23. The luncheon will benefit Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc. The cost is $60, which includes valet parking. The Fashion Show will feature clothing by Alembika, Tel Aviv, Israel; and accessories by Through the Looking Glass, Winter Park. Spo...
There will be a Purim celebration with the Jewish Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, March 7, at 8 a.m. at TooJays Deli Restaurant, 2624 E. Colonial Drive Orlando. Hamantashen will be provided courtesy of the Jewish Pavilion. Networking is a great way to expand your business and meet new friends. To this end, the Jewish Chamber was created by Bree and Joel Goldstein for business and social purposes. In addition to purchasing a great breakfast, participants will have the opportunity to speak about...
Jewish Academy of Orlando’s Greatest Moment to Learn Gala: Celebrating 46 years of Jewish Education in Central Florida takes place on Sunday, March 5, at 5:30 p.m., at the Winter Park Event Center, 1052 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32789. The Academy will be honoring two amazing showmen: the past president of JAO, Rob Gebaide, and JAO music director, “Mr. Eric” Levine. There will be an ambiance of whimsical “Big Top” flare and fun to be had by all. Celebrating 46 years of academic excellence and Jewish pride, JAO’s gala will spotlight t...
Chabad of Altamonte Springs started a new program. It's called the Family Mitzvah Club. The first program, "Impactful Packing," was held Sunday, Feb. 19. Spearheaded by Jennifer Estar Mesika and Sarah Jean-Baptiste in memory of their mother, Beth Mesika, the group put together packages and delivered them to a local homeless shelter, and learned about the work that they do. And they all had a great time packing and delivering the items. "What a special morning filled with generosity and...
Summer will be here before you know it. Now is the best time to make plans for your kids. The Rosen JCC offers Camp J from May 30 through Aug. 4. There is something here for every child. It offers General Camp, which gives kids the chance to experience a mix of fun activities. If your kids want to focus on sports then try the Sports or Basketball Camp. These let them learn the game or improve their skills. Your budding artist can let their creativity flow while creating amazing works of art in our Art Camp. Our Dance Camp gives your child the c...
In a recently released survey, the Anti-Defamation League confirmed empirically what many have observed anecdotally: antisemitism is on the rise in the United States. The survey found that belief in antisemitic tropes and conspiracy theories has doubled since 2019, and now stands at the highest level in decades. Anti-Israel sentiments were also found to be far more prevalent, going far beyond mere criticism of policy to a level that, as ADL CEO Johnathan Greenblatt described, is simply “antisemitism in another form.” We have seen examples of...
The University of Central Florida has been relatively antisemitism-free for many years. Under the leadership of Aaron Weil, Central Florida Hillel had kept any antisemitic groups from making much of a roar on campus. Under the current leadership at Hillel, much is the same – even when on Monday, Feb. 6, members of the #YeIsRight movement set up a table on Memory Mall as part of an antsemitic provocation tour. This group, which mouths the hate talk of Kanye West, has made several previous stops at other Florida universities, including Florida S...
The Rosen JCC is offering a limited time offer. Its Saturday Night Out is only $20 per child on Saturday, Feb. 25, 6-11 p.m. Saturday Night Out let’s parents take a night for themselves. Take time to visit friends, go to dinner or see a movie. While you plan your fun, your kids will enjoy their own fun. Kids get games & art, playground time and movie & pizza. This month’s theme is Presidents Day. This is a Limited Time Special Offer of $20 per child for JCC and non JCC members. Don’t miss out! The last day to register is Feb. 23 and no same...
March 2nd is Jewish Heritage Night at the Solar Bears. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the puck drops at 7 p.m. The Jewish Chamber of Commerce is participating in the event. For this game, Jewish Chamber members will enjoy an upgraded suite and a guest speaker at 6:30 p.m. Shades, the Mascot, is going to visit with Chamber participants. It is a $5 beer night! Expect a very fun evening with lots of networking/socializing. For parking and ticketing information visit https://jewish-chamber.com/events/solar-bears-game....
The Jewish Chamber is having a networking breakfast in the private room at Panera Bread on Rte. 436 and Maitland Avenue on Wednesday, Feb. 15, from 8 a.m.- 10 a.m. Enjoy a bagel, coffee and socializing. An RSVP is not necessary. For more information about the Chamber visit https://jewish-chamber.com The Jewish Chamber of Commerce was founded in 2010 with the vision of bringing together Jewish business professionals of every denomination to stimulate growth within the business community. We aim...
Join Congregation Ohev Shalom on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 in welcoming Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jonathan Kaufman as the first speaker in the Bernard and Samra Gotlib Jewish Speaker Series. Kaufman will speak about his latest book, "The Last Kings of Shanghai – The Rival Jewish Dynasties That Helped Create Modern China." Kaufman is the author of two other well-reviewed books, "A Hole in the Heart of the World: Being Jewish in Eastern Europe" and "Broken Alliance: The Turbulent Times Between B...
Many people describe Bethanne (Wellness) Weiss as someone with boundless energy and incredible wisdom. The Jewish Pavilion is pleased to honor Weiss at its upcoming fashion show on Thursday, Feb.16 at Dillard's Altamonte Mall. "Bethanne is someone who rarely says 'no' and she has the uncanny ability to do it all," says Nancy Ludin CEO of Jewish Pavilion. "She is not only chairing the fashion show, but she is modeling and serving as the honoree. For Bethanne, wearing three hats at the same time...
Writer’s Block Bookstore is partnering with The Roth Family JCC to host author Brad Meltzer at the Maitland Jewish Community Center auditorium for an in-person Q&A and signing on his latest book, “The Nazi Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchil,” which he co-authored with Josh Mensch. This event will be held Sunday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Meltzer will be signing all backlist titles as well. General admission tickets are $30 and include a copy of the book...
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center will host the annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. Renowned author and educator, Matthew Rozell, will be the guest speaker. He will share the story behind his book "A Train Near Magdeburg." Rozell will be joined by children of liberators. His book will be available for purchase and signing opportunities will be available. "A Train Near Magdeburg" tells the story about how two tank commanders of the 743rd...
It’s time to get ready for some winter fun at the Rosen JCC. Winterfest is scheduled for Jan. 28th 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Last year the biggest hit of the event was the Snow Slide. Many children had never seen snow or had a chance to go sledding. The Snow Slide will be back again! There is plenty to keep everyone in your family busy. Come try the Rock Wall, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Games and Petting Zoo. Make time to visit the delicious food trucks and listen to the music. Before Jan. 15, tickets are $20, individual ticket; $40, family bundle (up...
Jewish residents at Harbor Chase Dr. Phillips started the New Year with Shabbat services led by the Jewish Pavilion. They enjoyed fresh fruit, challah, cookies and chocolates in addition to conversation and a beautiful service . Pictured on the left are Abe and Jeff, and on the right are Lester and Bobbi....
Jewish Pavilion Program Director Cantor Nina Fine (center, standing) entertained seniors at Westminster, Lutheran Towers and Kinneret in downtown Orlando, during the Chanukah holidays. Special guest singer Shir Love, age 14, (standing far right) and pianist Dylan Caio, age 15, (standing second from right) brought their amazing talents to the delight of the residents. Volunteers Sandi Trainor, Ethel Helfant and Lora Schoenberg helped everyone get into the holiday spirit with singing, dancing,...
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is pleased to announce it has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Heart of Florida United Way to continue supporting our Central Florida community, including ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households. "Our local nonprofit agencies have been and will continue to work tirelessly to keep Central Floridians facing insurmountable challenges afloat," said Jeff Hayward, President and CEO of HFUW. "Given ALICE households are already one...
Writer's Block Bookstore is partnering with The Roth Family JCC to host author Brad Meltzer at the Maitland Jewish Community Center auditorium for an in-person Q&A and signing on his latest book, "The Nazi Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchil," which he co-authored with Josh Mensch. This event will be held Sunday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Meltzer will be signing all backlist titles as well. General admission tickets are $30 and include a copy of the book a...
To study the history of most cultures, you need to learn about wars and empires, warriors and city builders, and great works of art. But the history of Judaism is overwhelmingly a history of books. Books form the core of Judaism’s culture. But even if they’re known as “the People of the Book,” much of Judaism’s classic literature remains closed to contemporary Jews. This month, local Chabad Centers will open Jewish literature to a contemporary audience. Jews of many affiliations and backgroun...
When the Roth Family JCC and the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando joined together earlier this year to create Shalom Orlando, we did so with the knowledge that our community demanded better engagement opportunities, a stronger commitment to Jewish values, and for Shalom Orlando to step up and lead the future of Jewish life in Central Florida. That mandate requires us to take a step back, look at the white board and decide what we keep, what we sunset, and what we adapt. And by now we hope you realize that it is fun to build the future. If...
This year, as in the previous 44 years, Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is proud to have worked together with the community to make an impact on the lives of those in need, especially as hardships continue to grow. From fighting hunger and homelessness to addressing mental health needs JFS Orlando is always there if you need help or if you want to help. As you prepare for the countdown to 2023, join us in counting down the ways JFS Orlando has made an impact in the community this year so far and how your 2022 year-end gift can still...
Chanukah with the Jewish Pavilion was extra special at Brookdale Lake Orienta this year. The Jewish Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Pavilion and provided a top-notch party complete with candle lighting, latkes, doughnuts and chocolate gelt. The best part was the fabulous pianist Michael Kramer who provided superb entertainment. More than a dozen Jewish Chamber members interacted with seniors. They brought gifts and food and danced with their elders....
