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JMOF-FIU will honor four outstanding women on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 23rd Annual Breaking the Glass Ceiling Awards Luncheon and Program. The Museum is proud to recognize this year’s honorees: Susan Brustman, Michele Oka Doner, Mera Rubell & Elizabeth Schwartz and to welcome them into our prestigious group of nearly 100 Breaking the Glass Ceiling honorees to date. Click here to purchase ticketshttps://secure.qgiv.com/for/jmoffiu/event/797769/

The FIDF Young Leadership are turning it up for Miami's Music Week and celebrating Purim with the HOTTEST party in South Florida at the 2019 White Party "Masquerade"!

Join young professionals from all across South Florida as we celebrate in style at our NEW location the legendary "Moore Building" located in stylish Miami Design District. The evening will be filled with:

-Dancing -Music -Gourmet food -Premium Open Bar -And much much more!

Come eat, drink, celebrate, donate and participate!

Event Co-Chairs: Zoe Robins Hinda Adler Andor Tobelem

Tickets: Regular $105 (till 3/21) Door $125

To purchase tickets: FIDF.org/WhiteParty2019

The FIDF YL Miami White Party is 21 and over. All attendees must present a valid photo ID. No refunds.

For more information about the 17th Annual FIDF YL White Party, please contact Elana Kashti, Development Associate, at [email protected] or 305-354-8233

Join us Sunday, April 14 at Temple Beth Sholom for CAJE Celebration of Learning Honoring Maxine E. Schwartz.

CAJE is a vital component of our Jewish community and our educational system. Your support demonstrates your passion in making sure quality Jewish education remains strong and vibrant in Miami for years to come!

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“The Association for Jewish Special Education (AJSE) will be celebrating Purim at Temple Beth Am on Thursday, March 21, from 4pm to 6pm.
The Jewish adult special needs community is welcomed, along with their friends and interested volunteers. The program includes the Reading of the Megillah by Rabbi Jaime Aklepi, holiday music, games and refreshments. There is no charge. For further information and to RSVP, please contact Charlotte at 305-205-3846, [email protected] or Benee at 1-954-442-9624, [email protected].

“The AJSE is a 40+ year-old, local, private organization, with the mission to provide holiday celebrations for Jewish adults with developmental disabilities and their friends, and is supported by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.”

Please let us know if you are coming! We want to make sure we have enough refreshments!

A night about Israel with Gabriel Ben Tasgal. Current Israel Affairs: 2019 Elections, peace plans and anti-Semitism.

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A discussion on healthy living, plant-based cuisine and Jewish perspectives.

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May 17-19

Experience a spirited Shabbat in Crown Heights, Brooklyn! Visit the heart of the Chassidic Chabad Community, 770, the Ohel and more. Gourmet meals, inspiring lectures & accommodations are included. Cost $259 per adult & $100 per child.

Find out more and register at (305) 770-1919 or www.ChabadChayil.org/BrooklynShabbat.

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

Wisdom of Maimonides: Jeff Katz

New York Attorney Jeffrey Katz, author of The Secret Life: A Book of Wisdom from the Great Teacher, discusses Jewish values through the lens of the great Jewish philosopher Maimonides. A program of ISGAP from the ISGAP Center in NYC. Monday - 7:30pm & 2am; Wednesday - 1:30pm

Stories & Songs of Elie Wiesel

Cantor Deborah Katchko-Gray describes the influence studying with Elie Wiesel had on her and plays some of the songs she sang with him. For Holocaust Remembrance Day, a program by The Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County, at JCC of Stamford, Ct. Monday - 8pm & 1am; Tuesday - 2pm; Saturday - 8pm & 2am

Ken Spiro: 7 Jewish Wonders

Rabbi Ken Spiro (Senior Lecturer for AISH HaTorah & Jerusalem U, and author of World Perfect: The Jewish Impact on Civilization) discusses 7 characteristics of Jewish history which reflect a profound connection to Biblical prophecy. A program of Dr. Naomi VIlko from Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, NYC. Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Wednesday - 2pm; Saturday - 7pm & 4am

L'Chayim: Matthew Lazar - Zamir

Matthew "Mati" Lazar, founding director of the Zamir Choral Foundation, describes his Jewish background and his love of music; and the Jewish philosophy and joys of Zamir - especially the international teen HaZamir Chorale (performing March 31, 2019 at 4pm at David Geffen Hall). Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm; Next Sunday - Noon & 6pm

Talmud: Purim

Rabbi Mordechai Becher, Senior Lecturer with Gateways and author of Gateways to Judaism, shares photos of ancient artifacts, excavations and other images to explore the historical background of the Purim story. On JBS's "Dimensions of the Daf." This Morning (Sunday) - 9am; Tuesday - 9am & 4:30pm; Wednesday - 7pm & 2:30am

92Y: Borsch Belt Comics

The influence of Borscht-Belt comedians on mainstream American humor is outlined in glowing terms by critically acclaimed writer Warren Adler in conversation with Brooklyn-born comic Stewie Stone. From New York's 92nd Street Y .Sunday - 8pm & 1am; Monday - 10pm & 4am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm

Film: Circumcise Me

Through stand-up comedy and personal reflections, Chris Yisroel Campbell tells how he, son of an ex-nun and a Catholic schoolteacher, converted to Judaism (3 times), made Aliyah and struggles with spirituality after friends were murdered in a terrorist bombing. Sunday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 10:30am; Friday - 9pm & 4am

Jewish 101: Purim Peeves

In a special "Jewish 101" Purim edition, Rabbi Mark S. Golub shares five of his pet peeves relating to modern Jewish thought. Wednesday - 10am & 5:30pm; Thursday - 11:30am

92Y: Gene Wilder z"l

The late Jewish comic genius Gene Wilder talks with Wendy Wasserstein about his life and work. From the 92nd Street Y in New York City. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 1am

92Y: The Films of Mel Brooks

The films of Mel Brooks are discussed by Professor Jeremy Dauber, Professor of Yiddish Language, Literature, and Culture at Columbia University. From New York's 92nd Street Y. Wednesday - 8:14pm & 1:44am; Thursday - 2pm

L'Chayim: Jackie Mason

One of American Jewry's iconic comedians, Jackie Mason, reflects upon his choice to give up the Orthodox rabbinate for the world of comedy, discusses his controversial career, and shares some of his observations on Jewish life today. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

The Art of the Kvetch

A discussion of the "kvetch" (complaining) on Jewish humor, and its implications for Jewish secular culture. With Michael Wex (Born to Kvetch), Val Vinokur & Noah Isenberg (The New School) and Jeffrey Israel (Williams College). At The New School in NY. Wednesday - 10pm; Thursday - 1pm

Jewish Comedy of Elon Gold

Jewish standup comedian Elon Gold tells stories about his life, from hosting a Chabad Telethon, to impressions of his own rabbi's ill-fated attempts at standup comedy. From the 2017 AIPAC National Policy Conference. Thursday - 12:30pm

L'Chayim: A Jew Grows in Brooklyn - Jake Ehrenreich

Entertainer, musician and author Jake Ehrenreich (star of The Jake Ehrenreich Show on JBS) shares intimate stories about growing up with survivor parents and his struggles with being different; and discusses his book and one-man show, "A Jew Grows In Brooklyn."
Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Shalom Kids - Mr. Bookstein's Store: For Purim

Celebrate Purim at Mr. Bookstein's Store as Shifra, Darah, and Fella prepare to dress in costumes, hear the Megillah of Esther, and celebrate the joyous holiday. Sunday- 7:30am & 4pm; Monday - 7am; Wednesday - 7:30am & 4pm; Thursday - 7am

The Purim Story

The story of Esther, Mordechai and Haman is read by Jan Weiss. Monday - 7:30am; Tuesday - 7am; Thursday - 7:30am

Purim Puppets

For Purim, ventriloquist Jonathan Geffner and his hilarious puppet partners perform songs and tell stories while visiting Mr. Bookstein's Store to celebrate the Jewish holiday. A special "Megillah Mishigas" presentation for children. Tuesday - 7:30am & 4pm; Wednesday - 7am

Muzika: Idan Raichel

One of Israel's most popular musical artists, award winning singer and song-writer Idan Raichel, is profiled in JBS's weekly music series, "Muzika." Friday - 10:30pm

Deborah Lipstadt on Antisemitism Today - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Janusz Makuch: Polish Jewish Culture Monday - 9pm & Midnight; Tuesday - 3pm

Allen Lewis Rickman: Yiddish Theater Saturday - 6pm

In The News: Eli Lake on Democrats

Bloomberg syndicated columnist Eli Lake analyzes the Democratic leadership's failure to adequately respond to the antisemitic remarks of Ilhan Omar and discusses the implications for the future of the Democratic Party. Sunday - 5:30pm & 11:30pm; Monday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

“A Touch Away" An Israeli television eight-episode mini-series set in Bnei Brak, a city to the east of Tel Aviv – Ep 6

Thursday - 8pm & 2am; Saturday - 10:30pm & 1:30am; Next Sunday - 2pm & 4am; Next Tuesday - 7pm & 2am

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

Michael- Ann Russell JCC invites you to a Community Purim Celebration on Thursday, March 21 from 3 to 7 PM. Families can enjoy delicious Kosher food for purchase. The event will feature Free Musical Performance by Noam Agami, Drum Circle by Music Box Productions, Reading of the Meguilah, Face Painting, Purim Art Project, Crate your Purim Masks, Soccer Challenge, Carnival attraction, and much more.

Location of Purim Celebration: Scheck Family Plaza at the Michael-Ann Russell JCC - 18900 NE 25th Avenue - North Miami Beach, Florida 33180 Information: [email protected] or 305 932-4200 ext 119

Moshav band live concert at Temple Moses! Opening band at 9:00pm, Moshav band 9:15pm, Dj MCS at 10:30pm... 3 Megilah readings starting at 8:00pm

Early kids programming starts at 7:00pm with Jimmy the Musical Maggid. Costume march, food for sale and valet parking Wednesday March 20th Get tickets online at www.templemoses.com or call 305-861-6308