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The Orlando Gay Chorus is one of the largest groups of mixed members of LGBTQ+ choruses in the country. Since forming in 1990 they have become a fixture performing in the Central Florida area. This not-for-profit group, in addition to the full chorus has four small ensembles performing at concerts, cabarets and at community or private events. They will be finishing up their season at their annual spring concert at the Rosen Event Center, Saturday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. This show will feature the chorus, ensembles,...
Celebrate with The Roth Family Jewish Community Center at a “Big Night Out,” an interactive golfing experience. Ages 21 and up are welcome. There will be complimentary parking, golf with other supporter of the JCC, food stations, drink tickets and cash bar, and learn about the 2022 JCC key initiatives. The event will be held at Topgolf Lake Mary, located at 1010 Greenwood Blvd, Lake Mary, on May 25. Registration is at 6 p.m. with lite bites and cocktails. At 7 p.m. the program begins with an award presentation honoring Amy Feinberg with the...
Heritage Florida Jewish News is accepting nominations for the 2021 Heritage Human Service Award, which will be presented at the annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando this summer. “For more than 30 years, individuals who have made major, voluntary contributions of their talent, time, energy and effort to the Central Florida community have been honored with the selection and presentation of this award,” said Jeff Gaeser, editor and publisher of the Heritage. Last year’s recipient was Hank Katzen. Former recipients have inclu...
(JTA) - Situated beside the building that houses the Jewish community center, the Jewish Federation and the Jewish Academy of Orlando lies a tiny, hidden gem of a Holocaust museum. Despite its small size - a mere 7,000 square feet - the Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida has been a fixture in Central Florida for the last three decades. For Orlandoans who went to middle or high school during that time, there's a high chance they interacted with the museum or its programs...
Sam Friedman spent four years as Hillel director at Stetson University and was ready for a change. He was inspired by the new vision of Shalom Orlando, a “guide to all things Jewish in Greater Orlando,” and with his own youthful perspective, applied for and was chosen as the chief development officer at Shalom Orlando. “My last day at Stetson is May 18, and my first day at Shalom Orlando is June 1. It’s been an incredible, impactful, four years at Stetson and I’m definitely going to miss my students and colleagues,” Friedman told Heritage vi...
Hadassah Orlando presents internationally recognized author and theatrical producer Yvonne David at its May 3 monthly in-person meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Congregation Ohev Shalom, 613 Concourse Parkway South, Maitland. Yvonne David was born in Nairobi, Kenya, raised there and in London, England. Passion for language and literature has long been at the center of David's life. Her qualifications from the Language Tuition Centre in London, England, include interpreter/translator in French and Englis...
Heritage Florida Jewish News is accepting nominations for the 2021 Heritage Human Service Award, which will be presented at the annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando this summer. “For more than 30 years, individuals who have made major, voluntary contributions of their talent, time, energy and effort to the Central Florida community have been honored with the selection and presentation of this award,” said Jeff Gaeser, editor and publisher of the Heritage. Last year’s recipient was Hank Katzen. Former recipients have inclu...
At the Orlando Senior Help Desk of the Jewish Pavilion, we are frequently asked to recommend a home care company. There are a few things to consider such as years of experience. Ideally, the caregiver you hire has worked with other individuals with similar medical condones. You want a home companion who has had good training and continuing education. There are many personal attributes that are imperative such as warmth and compassion, attentiveness, patience, good communication skills etc. Agencies should be checking the references and...
The Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center is hosting author Anna Salton Eisen at its annual Yom HaShoah commemoration of the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, the largest act of resistance to Nazi aggression during the Holocaust. The event takes place on Tuesday, April 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Roth Family JCC auditorium. The evening will include a candle lighting ceremony, live music and guest speaker Eisen, who will talk about her book "Pillar of Salt." A book...
Summer is fast approaching and many families are starting to consider what they can do to keep their children busy. The Rosen JCC has the perfect solution, Camp J! This year Camp J offers several specialty camp options designed to fit your child’s interests. General Camp offers a wide array of activities for a fun-filled day. At the Sports Variety Camp coaches will work with children in basketball, hockey, baseball, kickball, soccer, volleyball and more. The Orlando Magic Basketball camp is run by the National Basketball Academy. The c...
The 10th annual Pavilion Golf Society golf tournament on Sunday, May 1, at the Rosen Shingle Creek Golf Club. Hosted by the Jewish Pavilion and benefiting the Orlando Senior Help Desk, this popular tournament offers golfers a grab and go breakfast followed by a round of golf on the resort's challenging Arnold Palmer-designed course. After completing the 18 holes in teams of four, participants will be treated to a gourmet luncheon and can win raffle prizes and bid on exciting gifts in a silent...
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. Twenty-five people (mostly young adults) gathered to enjoy a pre-Passover breakfast at Toojays Deli on Colonial on April 13. In addition to enjoying a great breakfast, participants had the opportunity to speak about their businesses and forge new contacts. To learn more about the Jewish Chamber of Commerce, visit...
Getting extra support at home can be a terrific source of relief. Agencies offer companion care such as CNA’s (certified nurse’s assistants or HHA’s Home health aides.) Normally, these individuals take a brief course on how to care for someone. Another option is skilled health care providers who have had years of schooling such as nurses and physical therapists. Normally, Medicare and Medicaid pay for some home care after a hospital visit. Most home care providers will assist with transportation, cleaning, cooking, bathing, toiletry, perso...
UCF's Department of Judaic Studies recently received a $52,000 gift from Temple Shalom of Deltona. A combination of current-use and endowed funds, the donation establishes the Temple Shalom of Deltona Endowed Scholarship in Judaic Studies and will not only benefit students for years to come, but also honor the incredible 50-year legacy of the temple. It is the program's first endowed scholarship. "This generous donation will have a major impact on students in the UCF Judaic Studies program,...
As part of Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando’s increased community engagement, the JFS van has been making special appearances at local community events, in addition to picking up food donations from grocer partners. On March 16, the Van attended Congregation Ohev Shalom’s Community Purim Carnival. On April 3, the van showed up again at Congregation Reform Judaism’s Family Community Event. Families and individuals of all ages at both events filled the van with generous donations of cr...
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is pleased to announce that the Kobrin Family Scholarship minimum test score requirements have been lowered for the SAT to 1210 and ACT to 25, effective immediately. The scholarship committee hopes this adjustment will open this wonderful opportunity to many more students. This college scholarship is awarded to a qualified, full-time, graduating high school student in the Jewish communities of Orange, Osceola, or Seminole County who will be attending the University of Central Florida. The scholarship...
Heritage Florida Jewish News is accepting nominations for the 2021 Heritage Human Service Award, which will be presented at the annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando this summer. “For more than 30 years, individuals who have made major, voluntary contributions of their talent, time, energy and effort to the Central Florida community have been honored with the selection and presentation of this award,” said Jeff Gaeser, editor and publisher of the Heritage. Last year’s recipient was Hank Katzen. Former recipients have inclu...
Michael - the JCC Welcome Center and Jewish Academy of Orlando At the JCC, Michael's upbeat personality and gregarious nature make him the perfect fit for working in the Welcome Center. Michael greets everyone he sees in the JCC lobby. He helps with data entry, keeping the glass entry doors free of handprints, scanning documents, and other office duties. At the Jewish Academy, Michael works as an assistant in the library. He helps to reshelve returned books, label and stamp new books, gathers...
The Jewish Pavilion offers semi-annual breakfasts for their sponsors, so they can meet one another and do business together. Sponsorship funds account for one third of the Jewish Pavilion budget and enhance the lives of our elders in over 50 senior communities. Lots of wonderful friendships were forged with Jewish Pavilion board members who attended. Special thanks to Watercrest Winter Park for providing the Sponsors Breakfast on March 31, 2022. Chef Nathan Shifflet provided a beautiful display...
Temple Israel is proud to host "Inside the Mind of Iran's Leader," an in-person talk from Iran and Middle East expert David Nissan, on Saturday, May 28, immediately following Shabbat services and kiddush in the Roth Social Hall. Imagine that Iran's leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, comes to Orlando, and in a one-time meeting with an American audience talks openly and candidly about issues that concern us about his country. What are the real reasons behind Iran's relentless quest to attain nuclear...
Beginning March 15th through April 30th, every donation to Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando during the Restock & Rebuild Challenge is being generously matched dollar for dollar by The Weiner Family and The Winter Park Wealth Group, with a total match of up to $25,000. JFS Orlando continues to meet the increasing needs of our community by: DOUBLING the capacity of the Pearlman Emergency Food Pantry, currently under renovation, to keep up with the increase in those seeking food...
The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society will explore the history of Temple Bet Yam, with a program in the synagogue's facility at 2055 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine, Florida 32086, on Wednesday, May 11 at 2 p.m. The program will include presentations by Temple Bet Yam founders Shelly and Marty Cohen, Carol Gladstone, Joan Guglielmo, and Donna and Elliott Palevsky. The program is open to the public, all are welcome. There is no charge. No advance arrangements need be made. Founded in 1993,...
Playtime isn’t just for kids! It’s important for adults to make time for play too, whether it’s something that gets you up and moving like dancing or working out, or something more laid back like painting or taking a fun virtual class. Add fun activities to your calendar and take some time away from work and the everyday. Putting your wellness first doesn’t have to be difficult. It can be fun too! We’re here to help. Our therapists can build an individualized wellness plan with you, or our Fa...
Adult Day Care Centers are designed to provide care and companionship for older adults who need assistance or supervision during the day. Programs offer relief to family members and caregivers, allowing them to go to work, handle personal business, or just relax while knowing their relative is well cared for and safe. Adult day-care programs encourage socialization and may delay or be an alternative to institutionalization. There are two types of adult day care: adult social day care and adult day health care. Adult social day care provides...
Mildred - Congregation Ohev Shalom, Jewish Academy of Orlando and Kinneret Congratulations to RAISE's Employee of the Month-Mildred! Mildred is a valued employee at Congregation Ohev Shalom, Jewish Academy Art Room, and most recently added Kinneret Senior Living facility to her resume. At Ohev, Mildred has the important responsibilities of serving snack to over 100 students and teachers each Wednesday. This has given Mildred the opportunity to interact with a variety of people and to be assertiv...
