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Jun 20, 2024

Celebrating Shavuot in Ukraine

“Even in these dark times, Beit Dan creates a completely different, happy and meaningful life for our kids and for all of us,” said one parent at the Beit Dan JCC in Kharkiv, Ukraine, as preparations were underway for last week’s Shavuot celebration. The JCC, supported by Federation partner the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, helped the Kharkiv Jewish community mark the holiday with Israeli dancing, outdoor games, cooking classes and more. Preschoolers learned about the history of Shavuot and even received a holiday-themed PJ Library book to take home. Kharkiv is the country’s second largest city and has been particularly hard-hit by the ongoing conflict. Since hostilities began in February 2022, Beit Dan has remained a vital source of lifesaving care and humanitarian aid that includes food and psychological support for Kharkiv’s most vulnerable Jews. The Beit Dan team has worked hard to maintain JCC activities and involvement, moving programs online when necessary, to keep the Jewish community engaged and connected. “Here, we are united by our common values and interests,” affirmed the JCC parent, adding “Here is our Jewish home!”

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Offered at a variety of cemeteries and virtually on Zoom, participants will join together in memory and prayer and light a yahrzeit candle for those who brought light into this world. Following the short program, you can visit the graves of loved ones with relevant materials provided.

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Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami are once again partnering with local synagogues to make High Holiday services accessible to all.

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All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

As we approach the High Holidays, it’s important to remember that all people — those with disabilities and those without — want to participate in community prayer. That is why Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) is sharing valuable resources to elevate worship and celebrate Judaism.

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Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Hundreds of people from across Jewish Miami gathered recently at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens to thank the outgoing Federation Women’s Philanthropy Board of Directors for their outstanding service and to install new leadership for the coming year.

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