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Scheck Hillel Community School's Girls STEAM Club Awarded Prestigious Grants

Girls Building STEAM Club

North Miami Beach – Scheck Hillel Community School’s Girls Building STEAM Club has been awarded two grants for the student-developed program entitled, “Designing the Future: Using Fashion to Address Ecological Needs.” This innovative program is exclusively for girls in Grades 3-10.

Conceived by the student club, this initiative will team Lower School students with Upper School mentors to investigate ecological issues specific to the South Florida environment. Teams will design and produce wearable fashion that will bring attention to and help find solutions for the problems the students have identified.

Designing the Future is partially funded by two grants. The Women’s Impact Initiative of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will support the program’s faculty, a project exhibit and the opportunities for students to present at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference in Philadelphia and the FETC: Future of Education Technology Conference in Orlando. The Technology, Education, Research & Redesign Alliance (TERRA, Inc.) grant will expand Scheck Hillel’s Multimedia Maker Lab beyond traditional Design/STEM areas of study with technology and equipment for fashion design, robotics, art and jewelry production.

“Designing the Future epitomizes Scheck Hillel’s commitment to empowering our students to maximize achievement, explore passions and foster identity,” said Vanessa Donaher, Scheck Hillel’s Head of School. “We are grateful to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, TERRA and faculty advisor Nancy Penchev for bringing our students’ innovative spark of an idea to life.”

Nancy Penchev, Scheck Hillel’s I Lab Instructor and Lower School Technology Coordinator, guided the students through the program development and grant application processes and is eager for next steps. “We will research local ecological issues, interview experts, design and produce the fashion and share our process with the world through @girlsbuildingsteam and #eHillel on Instagram and Twitter,” she said.

Scheck Hillel applauds the club’s grade 7 students who led the grant application process: Ellie Esquenazi, Eva Gelb, Zohara Schrager, and Jessica Waxenghiser.

Designing the Future will launch in February 2019 and will present a spring showcase of research findings and fashion products. After the showcase, the students will auction the fashion and distribute earnings to the school's Kulanu Scholarship Fund and the Girls Building STEAM program.

Scheck Hillel’s I Lab is a dedicated space for inspiration and innovation, designed to extend Kindergarten-Grade 5 classroom learning in an environment that promotes collaboration and experimentation. In the I Lab, students engage in developmentally sequenced activities focused on Design/STEM concepts with a social studies focus. In Grades 6-12, the Multimedia Maker Lab is the hub for Design/STEM learning. Scheck Hillel offers a 4-year high school Design/STEM program of hands-on laboratory courses designed to mimic work environments in the real world. Inquisitive learners who are tenacious creative problem-solvers may apply to the program for Grade 9.

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].

About the Greater Miami Jewish Federation
The Mission of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is to mobilize human and financial resources to care for those in need, strengthen Jewish life and advance the unity, values and shared purpose of the Jewish people in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

About The Technology, Education, Research & Redesign Alliance (Terra, Inc.)
TERRA is a non-profit organization whose mission is to mobilize the resources, knowledge, and capacity of individuals, foundations, business and industry in shaping and facilitating educational policy, practice, and research for increased achievement in a global environment.

Understanding the Tax Reform Bill: Individuals, Businesses, Estates, Trusts, and Gifts.

Join us for breakfast, networking, and to hear about current trends and cutting edge approaches fresh from The Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. You have a unique opportunity to join us in kick starting Federation’s programing for professional advisors in 2019. Please come take advantage of a year’s worth of hindsight.

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Grand Klezmer Concert

Grand Klezmer Concert

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United Jewish Generations (UJG) presents a Grand Klezmer Concert featuring authentic Klezmer music. Michael Winograd and the Honorable Mentshn Klezmer Band will thrill the audience with some of the most unique musical masterpieces that were very popular in the first half of the 20th century. Unfortunately, much of Klezmer music has been modified in order to merge with current popular music genres. However UJG has searched far and wide to bring pure, genuine Klezmer music in order to bring back the wonderful memories of wedding music from 50 plus years ago. Anyone that comes will be absolutely ecstatic when they hear this wonderful concert and especially seniors.

“We are not going to settle with mediocrity, we provide the best for the most precious members of society, namely the senior population” says Rabbi Menachem Smith, president of United Jewish Generations.

The performance will take place at the North Miami Beach Julius Littman Performing Arts Theatre on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 2PM. Tickets are priced from $10 and up. Click here to purchase tickets or visit the following stores; Torah Treasures in Miami Beach, Solutions Pharmacy in Sunny Isles and Aspaclaria Judaica in Aventura. (Aspaclaria ticket sales are from 10 AM – 1 PM only.)

The Honorable Mentshn Band is led by Virtuoso Klezmer clarinetist Michael Winograd who has performed and taught Klezmer music internationally, and is recognized as one of today's premier performers of Klezmer music. He is a co-founder of the Yiddish New York festival and the artistic director of KlezKanada, two of today's central hubs for Klezmer music and folk arts. The Honorable Mentshn Klezmer Band is truly a stellar group of musicians. There will also be an opening performance by the highly acclaimed Jaime Bronsztein Klezmer Band.

This show has been made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor, the Board of County Commissioners and many other anonymous donors.

This show is a project of United Jewish Generations, a Chabad organization started 15 years ago by Rabbi Menachem Smith. Their mission is to bring happiness and enjoyment to the Jewish senior citizen population. Attendees are encouraged to buy tickets early, to attain the best seats and also keep in mind that this event has sold out in the past! For more info call (305) 770-4540 or email [email protected].

2019-AJSE Tu B'Shvat Celebration & JDAIM

AJSE Tu B’Shvat Celebration & JDAIM

The Association for Jewish Special Education (AJSE) invites Jewish adults with developmental disabilities and their friends to join in the celebration of Tu B’Shvat (Jewish Arbor Day) on Sunday, January 27, from 12:00pm to 2:00pm, at Temple Sinai of North Dade, 18801 NE 22 Ave. Miami 33180. Lunch will be served. Activities include games and music. Potted flowers will be distributed.

The AJSE is a 40+ year-old, local, private, non-profit, sponsored by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, with the mission to arrange Jewish celebrations for Jewish adults with developmental disabilities and their friends.

To plan correctly, let us know that you will be coming by responding to this email or by phoning 305-205-3846 or 954-442-9624. There is no charge.

Also, to celebrate JDAIM (Jewish Disabilities and Inclusion Month), guests are welcomed to this TuB’Shvat event and to view the AJSE JDAIM display from 12pm to 2:30pm, with an exhibit of AJSE materials and photos.
Within that timeframe, attendees can review AJSE literature, holiday educational materials, an extensive photo collection and even an impressive autobiography of Benee Mills Paley, AJSE Education Coordinator. All JDAIM guests will be entered in a drawing, the prize being a year’s AJSE membership. Welcome!

Watch JBS on Atlantic Broadband Ch168, Hotwire Ch269, Fios Ch798. DirecTV Ch388, Roku under "educational" and streamed on jbstv.org from Jan 20-26

For a complete schedule, go to www.jbstv.org

92nd Street Y: Obama's Rabbi-Cousin

Meet Michelle Obama's first cousin (once removed), Rabbi Capers Funnye, who discusses his conversion to Judaism, his work in Africa and what the Black Jewish experience is like in America. From the 92nd Street Y in NYC. Tonight (Sun) - 8pm & 1:30am; Monday - 10pm & 4am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8:30pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm & 5am

Film: Blue & Gray

The story of the 10,000 Jewish soldiers who fought in America's deadliest war, the Civil War -- brother against brother, Jew against Jew, in numbers proportionally higher than other American group, 7,000 for the Union and 3,000 for the Confederacy. Tonight (Sunday) - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 9pm & 4am

Heschel & King-Susannah Heschel

Susannah Heschel, Prof. of Jewish Studies at Dartmouth College and daughter of Abraham Joshua Heschel, discusses her father's relationship with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and a philosophy of Jewish political action. From Center for Jewish History, NYC. Monday - 8pm & 1am; Tuesday - 1pm

Heschel & King-Arnie Eisen

Dr. Arnold Eisen, Chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary, discusses the pioneering work of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel and his influence on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a talk entitled, "The Politics Of Prophecy." From JBS's exclusive coverage of Limmud NY 2016. Today (Sunday) - 11am; Monday - 8pm & 2am; Tuesday - 2pm

L'Chayim: MLK, Jr & American Jewry

As America honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his attorney and confidant, Clarence Jones, describes how the Jewish community made the Civil Rights Movement possible; and condemns Black anti-Semitism and Palestinian violence. Monday - 9pm & Midnight; Tuesday - 3pm

Can Universities be Saved?

A discussion of the future for Israel and Jewish students on college campuses with Jonathan Haidt (NYU), Peter Berkowitz (Hoover Institution) and Elliot Kaufmann (Wall Street Journal). At 2018 Jewish Leadership Conference on "Jews and Conservatism," Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Thursday - 2pm; Saturday - 7pm & 1am

Jews & Muslims-Crisis of Europe

At the 2018 Jewish Leadership Conference on "Jews and Conservatism," Melanie Phillips (NY Times columnist) and Daniel Johnson (Standpoint founding editor) discuss the plight of European Jewry and the choices they now confront. From Grand Hyatt, NYC. Wednesday - 8pm & 1am Friday - 2pm; Saturday - 8pm & 2am

L'Chayim: Cantor Sol Zim

World renowned cantor, composer, and performer Sol Zim (Hollis Hills Bayside Jewish Center in Bayside, NY) discusses his life, career and his love of Jewish music. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

Also on L’Chayim : As the Jewish world reads Parashat Yitro (Exodus 20), the first three of the "Ten Commandments," and the Jewish notion of "miracles," are discussed by Sara Esther Crispe (JewishWoman.org) and Rabbi Jeffrey Segelman (Westchester Jewish Center). Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm; Saturday - 6pm

Francis Bok & Charles Jacobs: Slave Trade Survivor Today (Sunday) - Noon & 6pm

Avi Goldwasser - "Hate Spaces - The Politics Of Intolerance On Campus." Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight

Talmud: Dimensions of the Daf

As the Jewish world celebrates Tu B'Sh'vat (the 9th day of the Hebrew month of Sh'vat), tonight and tomorrow, Rabbi Mordechai Becher explains how the Talmud discusses the "New Year For Trees," Original JBS series "Dimensions of the Daf." Today (Sunday) - 9am

Talmud: Morality In The Shoah

As the world commemorates "International Holocaust Remembrance Day" next Sudan, Rabbi Mordechai Becher, senior lecturer at Gateways and author of Gateways to Judaism, reviews Talmud examples of maintaining moral integrity and Jewish identity in extreme circumstances such as the Holocaust. Tuesday - 9am & 4:30pm; Thursday - 7pm

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern Wednesdays - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thursdays - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm; Saturdays - 5:30pm

submitted by Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel

Gospel Shabbat 2019 at Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus

Join us for our Gospel Shabbat on Friday January 25, at 7:00pm

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IAC National Shishi Israeli Tu Bishvat

The Israeli-American Council (IAC) is putting down new roots across America for a first-of-its-kind national “Israeli-style” celebration of Tu Bishvat, also known as the Jewish New Year for Trees or Jewish Earth Day. This special mega celebration of the holiday will take place during a weekend-long program beginning on Friday, January 18th, and ending on Sunday, January 20th. The IAC’s National Shishi Israeli Tu Bishvat will unite 40 communities and college campuses around the country.

Event Details for Florida Region, Hosted by IAC Florida & Temple Beth El

Friday, January 18, 2019 from 5:30 to 10:00 PM at Temple Beth El: 1351 S. 14th Avenue, Hollywood, FL 33020 Ticket Pricing: $25 Adult / $15 12 and Under / Children 3 and Under Free, Event Language: English

For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.israeliamerican.org/florida/iac-events/shishi-israeli-tu-bishvat

Government Shutdown Assistance

If you are affected by the government shutdown, the Jewish community is here to help 24 hours a day. If you or someone you know is in need of emergency assistance, call 305.576.6550. Operated by Federation’s partner agency, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), this free, confidential helpline can guide you to the services and information you need.

Click here for additional help.

AJSE Tu B'Shvat Celebration & JDAIM

The Association for Jewish Special Education (AJSE) invites Jewish adults with developmental disabilities and their friends to join in the celebration of Tu B’Shvat (Jewish Arbor Day) on Sunday, January 27, from 12:00pm to 2:00pm, at Temple Sinai of North Dade, 18801 NE 22 Ave. Miami 33180.

Lunch will be served. Activities include games and music. Potted flowers will be distributed.

The AJSE is a 40+ year-old, local, private, non-profit, sponsored by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, with the mission to arrange Jewish celebrations for Jewish adults with developmental disabilities and their friends.

To plan correctly, let us know that you will be coming by responding to this email or by phoning 305-205-3846 or 954-442-9624. There is no charge.

Also to celebrate JDAIM (Jewish Disabilities and Inclusion Month), guests are welcomed to this TuB’Shvat event and to view the AJSE JDAIM display from 12pm to 2:30pm. All JDAIM guests will be entered in a drawing, the prize being a year’s AJSE membership. Welcome!

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