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JPro Miami Year-end Luncheon

On May 26 at noon at the Miami Beach JCC, JPro Miami will have the great pleasure of honoring these two extraordinary colleagues.

Mark Baranek will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award and Jenine Simon will receive the Rabbi Solomon Schiff (z”l) Jewish Communal Professional of Excellence Award.

In addition to their professional achievements, each has contributed to the work of JPro Miami - the organization that connects, educates, inspires, and empowers professionals working in the Jewish community sector.

RSVP today to reserve your spot! And share with others who love and respect these two special members of our community.

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84th Greater Miami Jewish Federation Annual Meeting

Federation’s holy work is made possible by the generosity and commitment of our volunteer leaders. Join us as we reflect on the challenges and accomplishments of the year, recognize leaders and elect the slate of officers for the coming year.

We look forward to honoring our Greater Miami Jewish Federation Outgoing Board Chair, Isaac K. "Ike" Fisher, and prior Board Chair, Jeffrey Scheck. We will also welcome Federation Board Chair-Elect Ariel Bentata and the officers, board of directors, trustees, and leadership council.

Additionally, the following emerging leaders will be honored for their outstanding commitment to the Federation:

Stanley C. Myers Presidents' Leadership Award: Jaclyn Bergman and Keith Ginsburg

Sandra C. Goldstein Young Leadership Award: Lecia Rothman and Yosef Shwedel

Robert Russell Fellowship Award Dr. Jaime Ghitelman

June 2, 2022 6 pm Hilton Miami Downtown 1601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

RSVP: 84th Greater Miami Jewish Federation Annual Meeting:

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PJ Library Field Day

Heather Pachter, Emily Sherman and Nicole Zinn, PJ Library Program Co-Chairs, invite you to join us for the First Annual Field Day.

Run, jump, play! We’re having a Field Day! Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned outdoor fun. Come play games and activities on the JCC lawn and enjoy some snacks outdoors. Families will receive raffle tickets upon entry and winners will be drawn randomly throughout the event.

RSVP here: https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/pjlibrary_field_day_w_mbjcc_rsvp

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PJ Library Passover at the Miami Children's Museum

PJ Library is back at the Miami Children’s Museum for a special OUTDOOR Passover celebration! Join Nicole Berkin, Melissa Goldfarb, Karina Herman and Caryn Shapiro-Pardo, Program Co-Chairs, on Sunday, April 10th at 3:00 pm to enjoy yummy treats, Passover-themed crafts, and a special holiday story time. Space very limited; Face masks recommended.

Advanced Registration Required here: https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/PJ_passover2022_at_mcm_free_rsvp/.

Included with Museum Admission (please pre-purchase tickets here:https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1023081/2022-miami-childrens-museum-admission-miami-miami-childrens-museum ).

COVID VACCINE FOR KIDS 5-11: WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

Do you have questions about the COVID vaccine?

Join PJ Library on Zoom for an important session with our panel of pediatric medical experts who will discuss the COVID vaccine for kids ages 5-11.

Thursday, December 9 at 7 pm FREE WITH RSVP HERE

OUTDOOR PJ Library Chanukah AT the Miami Children's Museum!

PJ Library is FINALLY back at the Miami Children’s Museum for a special OUTDOOR Chanukah celebration! Join Nicole Berkin, Melissa Goldfarb, Caryn Shapiro-Pardo and Rachel Silver, Program Co-Chairs, on Sunday, November 21 at 11 AM for story time and a Chanukah-themed play dough experience with SMOCKED ART! We’ll use tools and loose parts such as dreidels, gold coins and candles to promote open-ended play and creativity. Children will then be able to take home their dough to continue the fun for all 8 nights of Chanukah!

RESERVE YOUR SPOT as space will be limited to 20 children (each accompanied by only one adult). Face masks will be required. Free with required museum admission payment.

RSVP HERE: https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/pjlibrary_chanukah_mia_childrens_museum-rsvp/

PJ Library Moms' Night In!

PJ Library and Darci Cohen, Heather Ernandez, Ali Feldman and Nicole Zinn,
Program Co-Chairs, invite you for a MOMS’ NIGHT IN!

It's been a long year and it's time to care for ourselves!Treat yourself to a night in featuring quick and easy beauty tips with Gee Beauty and alexandrasileshair.

May 4th at 8:00 pm Free of charge with RSVP - https://jewishmiami.org/events/pj_library_moms_night_in Zoom link and further details will be provided.

PJ Library Musical Passover Seder with the Miami Children's Museum

On Sunday, March 21 at 4 pm, join Nicole Berkin and Melissa Goldfarb, Program Chairs and the Miami Children's Museum for our JKids Radio Musical Passover Seder with an unbelievable line up of the very top artists in Jewish kids music including Nefesh Mountain, Rabbi Josh Warshawsky, Eliana Light, Shira Kline, Ellen Allard, Rick Recht, Joanie Leeds, and Elana Jagoda! FREE WITH RSVP HERE

PJ Library Virtual Purim Party

Join Jerri Bassuk, Heather Pachter, Caryn Pardo, Rachel Schapiro and Sarah Wilson, Program Chairs, for our Virtual Purim Party featuring Ziggy the Clown, a DIY craft with Maker Monkey Workshop and a cooking lesson with Ms. Nancy from State of Kid. FREE WITH RSVP HERE

PJ Library Gratitude Mitzvah Project

Join PJ Library, the Network and the Jewish Volunteer Center as we model kindness and teach gratitude.

During these difficult times, it is more important than ever to appreciate all our blessings – both large and small. To help, our Jewish tradition teaches us about the concept of hakarat hatov, which translates to “recognizing the good” all around us. Practicing this Jewish value helps children (and us grownups!) remember to be thankful for our lives.

This month, through the “13th Annual Season of Giving: Reimagined”, we invite all families to help others and use these experiences to engage your children in the practice of gratitude.

As PJ Library families, we are grateful for all we have and have made a special commitment to support our Community Toy Drive.

Please join us in making this holiday season special for less-advantaged kids by purchasing toys. Confirm your participation here (https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/network_jvc_toy_drive_w_pj_library_rsvp/) and you’ll receive both a link to our Amazon Wish List and a special “PJ Library Gratitude Fun Guide” which will help you teach your kids about gratitude and instill a lasting practice of hakarat hatov in your home.

Thank you for joining us and helping to make this holiday season special for all!