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Eli Sharabi; The Goldberg-Polins; One Day in October; The Evolution of Bennett

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Torah Parsha: Vaera

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Vaera continues the story of the Exodus with God’s promise of redemption and the first plagues in Egypt, reminding us that transformation often begins before freedom is fully in sight. Monday & Thursday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday January 11

Fifth Annual Sacks Conversation: Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin

Parents of slain Hamas captive Hersh z”l, Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin, join Ambassador Daniel Taub in conversation at an evening marking the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l, with remarks from his daughter, Gila Sacks. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Mon - 7:00am & 11:00am; Tue - 5:00pm Wed - 1:30pm; Thu - 11:00am & 6:30pm Fri - 1:00pm; Sat - 3:30am & 11:30pm

Monday January 12

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Amor and Finkelman - One Day in October

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by producers Daniel Finkelman and Chaya Amor of the acclaimed HBO Max series One Day in October, which recreates powerful stories of the nightmare that changed Jewish history, as they talk about how the real-life subjects helped make every moment as truthful as possible. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am & 1:00pm Thursday - 2:00pm & 5:30pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Jewish Cinemathèque with Eric Goldman: Khalaily and Shachar - Bella

Eric Goldman sits with Israeli filmmakers Jamal Khalaily and Zohar Shachar to discuss Bella, the only feature comedy nominated for Best Film at the Jerusalem Film Festival. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wednesday - 5:30am; Thursday - 2:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm

Tuesday January 13

For Heaven’s Sake: Naftali Bennett 2026

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine Naftali Bennett’s shift from ideological conservative to national unifier, reflecting on his brief year as prime minister and what a return to leadership might signal for Israel. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 10:00am Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rabbi Dov Singer on the Power of Soulful Communication

Justin Pines sits with Rabbi Dov Singer, head of Makor Chaim Yeshiva, to examine a shift from speaking about life’s challenges to speaking directly to them, translating deep spiritual ideas into practical tools for presence, humility and resilience. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 14

Defending Israel with David Harris: Arsen Ostrovsky

David Harris is joined by international human rights lawyer, social media influencer, and Bondi Beach survivor Arsen Ostrovsky. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:00am & 1:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 8:00pm

Yeshiva University Men's Basketball: Purchase College at Yeshiva University

The Panthers of Purchase College visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Wednesday - 8:00pm Live

Thursday January 15

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Zibby Owens - Family and Other Calamities

Award-winning journalist Leslie Gray Streeter joins Zibby Owens to discuss her novel Family and Other Calamities, sharing personal stories of grief and how embracing her late husband’s Jewish traditions led to unexpected community and belonging. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Fri - 1:00am & 11:00am; Sat - 3:30am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Eli Sharabi

Jonah is joined by Eli Sharabi, an Israeli survivor of Hamas captivity from Kibbutz Be’eri and author of Hostage, named one of Time’s 100 must-read books of 2025. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday January 17

Yeshiva University Basketball: St. Joseph's University Brooklyn at Yeshiva University

St. Joseph's University Brooklyn Bears visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm Live

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tueesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Iranian Protests

Micah Halpern examines Iran’s history of public protests, looking at why past uprisings failed and how the regime has responded with force to suppress dissent. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 2:30am & 4:30am 8:30am & 12:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday - Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm

Good Week Israel

Positive stories from Israel of heroism, unity and support Mondays at 6:30pm

Insider

ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm

On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l

Michael Melchior

The Chief Rabbi of Norway and former Israeli Minister and MK Rabbi Michael Melchior discusses his work with the Israel Civic Action Forum and his vision for a religious peace between Israel and the Palestinians Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Clarence Jones

Meet Clarence Jones, a personal friend of Martin Luther King, Jr. who helped create the I Have A Dream speech. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Stephen Schwartz

Musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz discusses some of his classic Broadway shows, including Pippin, Wicked and The Prince of Egypt, and describes how Jewish values have shaped his life and work. Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Amir Shlomian

Amir Shlomian, founder of Ein Bustan, a school in the Galilee where Jewish and Arab Israeli children study together, describes his own Jewishness as the child of a father who is a Survivor, and the philosophy behind his school. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Who's at Fault?

A classic scene from the movie The Godfather, is used to study the Talmudic question, "Who's responsible when one person orders another to do an evil deed?" Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

God or Man?

Warnings about potential dangers (and an exploration of whether tragedies are in the hands of heaven or man) are examined in "Put On a Sweater Or You'll Catch a Cold," based on Kesuvos Daf Lamed. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Hineni

A continuing introduction to the philosophy of Judaism through Moses' encounter at the Burning Bush. Whose voice does Moses hear from the Bush? What does the answer "Hineni" imply? What does Moses ask of God? Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 11:00am & 2:30pm

Vlada Barash Special Projects Manager 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel. Website: jbstv.org

Game Day 2026

Games - Canasta, Bridge, Rumikub, Scrabble, Yahtzee, Mahjong, Uno, etc. We have a supply of games & cards, people are encouraged to bring their own sets as well.

Lunch – Dairy lunch, donated by Kosher Kingdom and Bagel Cove

Shopping – Curated vendors, jewelry, bags, gifts, game accessories Raffle

Tickets:

Single/General Admission: $54 *VIP Table of 4: $360

*VIP Table of 6: $540

*Tables will have reserved parking for all guests at the table.

Where: Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center

20400 NE 30th Ave, Aventura, FL 33180 ·

Date & Time: Thursday, January 29

Time: 11am-4pm

RSVP here:https://www.atjc.org/form/gameday

Navigating the College Application Process as a Jewish Student

Mandee Heller Adler, a renowned college counseling expert and founder of the ICC will be the guest speaker.

Where: Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center

20400 NE 30th Ave, Aventura, FL 33180 ·

When: Jan 22nd 2026, 6:30pm

Navigating the college admissions process can be both exciting and overwhelming. Now, more than ever, Jewish students need to feel safe and supported on campus. Mandee Heller Adler, founder and CEO of International College Counselors, will provide real and practical answers to crucial questions about how to best navigate the college search, what your student should be doing now, and how they can set their application apart from the pack.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-college-admissions-process-as-a-jewish-student-tickets-1978629250351?aff=oddtdtcreator

Shabbat Shalom to our littlest members! 🕯️🧸

Bring the whole family for a Shabbat filled with joy, songs, and togetherness! We are excited to invite you to our Tot Shabbat, a special kid-friendly service designed for young families.

After the service, stay for a delicious dinner.

🗓 Friday, January 23rd | 6:00 PM 📍 Temple Emanu-El (1701 Washington Ave) 🎟 Tickets: $60 Family | $36 Per Person | $15 Per Child

RSVP: tesobe.shulcloud.com/form/totshabbat001

New Year for Chassidim and Spiritual Beginnings; From Hostage Square to Hope; Cindy Crawford; YU Basketball

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable.

All Times are ET and are Subject to Change

Torah Parsha: Shemot

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Shemot recounts the Israelites’ enslavement in Egypt and the birth of Moses during a time of fear and danger, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, courage and the first steps toward redemption can emerge. Monday & Thursday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm

Sunday January 4

Yud Tet Kislev Farbrengen

A special evening of niggunim and spiritual inspiration with Rav Moshe Weinberger and Rabbi Shlomo Katz marking Yud Tet Kislev, the 19th of Kislev, celebrated as the Rosh Hashanah of Chassidism. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 1:00pm; Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 3:30am & 11:30pm

Monday January 5

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat

Abigail Pogrebin interviews Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat, a Talmud scholar who founded a weekly prayer group in Tel Aviv's hostage square, turning it from a place of sorrow into one of healing. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm

Moms Matter: Cathy Heller - Embracing Oneness

Mother, journalist, and publisher of LA Mom Magazine, Shirin Yadegar is joined for soulful inspiration by Cathy Heller, a teacher, podcaster, life coach, and author who draws on Jewish mysticism and ancient wisdom to explore purpose, connection, and a path toward spiritual growth and abundance. Tuesday - 9:30am & 4:30pm Wednesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 5:00pm

Tuesday January 6

Texting IRL: Choosing Israel Again and Again

Elana Stein Hain welcomes Hartman’s Ronit Heyd to read the work of Amos Oz and discuss why relationships between Israelis and within the Jewish people must be committed: loving, honest, and critical. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am & 5:30am Thursday - 10:00am, 2:30pm & 5:30pm Friday - 7:30am; Saturday - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Raising Thinkers: How to Share Deep Values with the Next Generation (ft. Effy Unterman)

Justin is joined by Hadar’s Rabbi Effy Unterman, a Jewish education pioneer and lead developer of Devash Jr.: Shemot, to explore the Jewish idea that children are active, serious thinkers and how Torah learning invites multiple perspectives, encouraging curiosity and finding one’s own voice. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday January 7

Defending Israel with David Harris

David Harris delves into critical issues facing American Jewry and its relationship with the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:00am, 1:00pm & 6:30pm Fri - 5:00am, 7:00am & 8:30am Saturday - 8:00pm

Thursday January 8

The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Mark Gerson

The Hampton Synagogue’s associate Rabbi Sean Jensen moderates an evening with entrepreneur, philanthropist, podcaster, and author Mark Gerson, author of God Was Right, an examination of the Torah's social-science claims in light of modern scientific research. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 11:30am; Saturday 5:30pm

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Suzy Welch - Becoming you

Zibby Owens chats with New York Times bestselling author Suzy Welch about her inspiring and practical guide for discovering your true self and identifying the career that is meant for you. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Friday -1:00am, 5:30am, 11:00am

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Cindy Crawford

Jonah is joined by iconic American model, actress, entrepreneur, and outspoken ally for the Jewish people, Cindy Crawford. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm

Saturday January 10

Yeshiva University Basketball: Mount St. Mary College at Yeshiva University

The Knights of Mount St. Mary College visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm LIVE

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tue - 4:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Israel’s Allies and Enemies

Micah Halpern examines Israel’s allies and the ways its enemies misunderstand the geopolitical map. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 4:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 12:30pm

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday - Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm

On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l

Gary Kenzer

Gary Kenzer, National USA Executive Director of Honest Reporting, discusses ways in which the international media fails to provide accurate and complete information regarding the Israeli - Palestinian conflict. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm

Ellen Hershkin

In a conversation from 2018, then president of Hadassah, Ellen Hershkin talks about her Jewish background, her love of Israel, her regard for Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Susan Tuchman

Susan Tuchman, Director of the ZOA Center for Law and Justice, describes her legal work fighting Jewish injustice of all kinds. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Charles Cohen

Real estate developer and film producer Charles S. Cohen discusses his Jewish involvement and his film, Red Trees, the uplifting story of director Marina Willer’s family’s survival in Nazi-occupied Prague. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Mine! It's All Mine!

The litigation of property claims, based on Talmud tractate Baba Metzia (the "middle gate" of three on financial and business ethics), is explained by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am

Study Party

Rabbi Becher explains the meaning behind “Siyum HaShas,” which celebrates concluding the 7.5-year study cycle of the entire Talmud. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Burning Bush

Learn the meaning of the Burning Bush that Moses encountered in the wilderness, and take a comparative look at the Jewish Tradition's approach to life with major religious philosophies. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am

From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.

Two New Hebrew Words

Reading and understanding two new Hebrew words that are found in many Jewish blessings is part of this final lesson of "From The Aleph-Bet" series 2. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 6:00pm, 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE

Closed Captioned - 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE

With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles - 11:00am & 2:30pm

Vlada Barash Special Projects Manager 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel. Website: jbstv.org

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156

Ready to start the new year with creativity, connection, and a little good luck?

Join us for a Hamsa Paint Party. Local artist Courtney Einhorn will guide us step by step in painting a beautiful Hamsa, making this event perfect for all skill levels—even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before. Along the way, enjoy wine and cheese, great conversation, and the joy of creating something meaningful with friends.

What’s included: • All painting materials • Guided instruction • Wine & cheese • Your finished Hamsa to take home

Cost: $45 per painting

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon!

RSVP today

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156

Don’t miss one of the most inspiring musical events of the year!

Bet Shira is honored to host an extraordinary afternoon of powerful voices, beautiful melodies, and soulful Jewish music.

This concert is always highly attended, and seating is limited. Tickets are $18 per person, so we encourage you to reserve your seats as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss this unforgettable experience.

Whether you are a longtime lover of Jewish music or attending for the first time, this concert promises to uplift, inspire, and bring our community together through the power of song.

RSVP today

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156

Join us for a powerful evening of firsthand testimony and hope, as the Miami Jewish community comes together to support the rebuilding of Kibbutz Kfar Azza following the events of October 7th. Hosted by Bet Shira Congregation, this program will feature deeply moving personal stories that highlight resilience, survival, and the strength of community, while focusing on reviving hope and rebuilding for the future.

This gathering is more than an opportunity to listen—it is a call to action. Your presence and support are crucial in helping transform pain into pride and ensuring a future rooted in dignity, strength, and hope for the people of Kfar Azza.

Let’s come together to bear witness, take action, and help rebuild.

$18 per person

RSVP HERE

A Sacred Jewish Conversation; Creating Clarity about End-of-Life Decisions

We often avoid talking about end-of-life plans. let's start the conversation, Bring your Questions ask the Experts.

Discussion Topics include: Advance Directives Living Will/Health Proxy Pre-planning for burial/Estate Planning/Ethical WIll Passcodes Creating a family tree Picture albums, Legacy items & Life Cycle Events

Bet Shira Congregation 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami FL, 33156 January 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM


Monday, January 12 | 7-8 PM

Join Temple Beth Sholom, Keshet and BeWell Miami for an important evening of conversation around Why LGBTQ+ Inclusion Is a Jewish Value. This panel conversation will be moderated by Tracey Labgold, Florida Education and Training Manager for Keshet. Participating on the panel will be Rabbi Loiben; Samantha Salver, LCSW; and a young adult member of the Miami Jewish community.

Temple Beth Sholom, The Chapel, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER