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Thursday, April 24 |7:30 PM

Please join us for an insightful evening and open house to learn about the World Zionist Congress Elections. This is an opportunity for you to be a part Jewish history and find out why this election is important and how you can vote! Find out how your vote can help make decisions regarding key institutions that allocate over $1 billion annually to support Israel and Jewish communities. Meet representatives of some of the 22 slates running for spaces on the American delegation and learn how you can participate in the elections to the 39th World Zionist Congress, the “parliament of the Jewish People.”

The election is organized and facilitated by the American Zionist Movement (AZM). You can vote for one of 22 slates of candidates submitted by Zionist groups.

**Miami Beach JCC, 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach

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Meet Boruch Cohen, author of Think Outside of the Lox; A Fresh Perspective on Jewish Teachings and Traditions Essentially a book about mysticism, Thinking Outside the Lox is a collection of short essays exploring a dazzling range of topics in a delightful literary style, showing how Jewish mysticism illuminates every aspect of Jewish life. Tues, May 13, 2025 | 7:30 PM Michael-Ann Russell JCC - 18900 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach Sponsored by Chabad Chayil Complimentary admission: Includes Q&A, light refreshments, and book-signing. (Books available for purchase.) RSVP: https://chabadchayil.org/events

Wednesday, May 21 | 8 PM

The first Am Israel Chai Symphonic Music Night will feature a 50-piece symphony orchestra conducted by the internationally acclaimed Angel Mahler, bringing together more than 2,500 guests in a moving celebration of Israel’s 77th anniversary through music, unity and cultural pride.

We are proud to have the support of the Consulates of Israel and Argentina, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the cities of Aventura, Sunny Isles, Hollywood, Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles Beach, as well as more than 30 Jewish and pro-Israel organizations and synagogues.

This event is more than a performance — it’s a statement of unity and purpose. We are one. Am Israel Chai.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 305 S Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale

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Celebrating Passover; Rav Soloveitchik; Hernandez Siblings; Arsen Ostrovsky

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

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Sunday April 13

Passover Services and Seders

Central Synagogue Passover Service

Sunday - 8:30am (Live) 4:00pm (Replay)

Hampton Synagogue Passover Service & Seder

Sunday - 11:00am

Passover Seder

Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm (Replay)

Passover Service

Sunday - 9:00pm Monday - 12:00am (Replay)

Passover Service

Monday - 11:00am & 4:30pm (Replay)

Passover Service

Saturday - 9:00pm

Monday April 14

FIDF Briefing: Passover's Modern Relevance

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil tells the story of Passover and its lasting effects on human history as well as relevance in modern times. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 5:00pm

Tuesday April 15

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Reichman on Soloveitchik

What was it like to learn from Rabbi Yosef Dov Soloveitchik, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers of the last century.? On the occasion of Rabbi Soloveitchik’s yahrzeit, Rabbi Hershel Reichman—renowned scholar, author, and devoted student of the Rav for several decades — shares rare insights into Rabbi Soloveitchik’s teachings, philosophy, and lasting impact. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday April 16

Defending Israel with David Harris: Arsen Ostrovsky

International human rights lawyer and social media influencer Arsen Ostrovsky joins David Harris to discuss defending Israel in the courts, on campuses, with governments, and in the media. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am,11:30am, 5:00pm & 10:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 8:30am & 4:30pm Saturday - 7:00pm

ADL Never is Now 2025: Jonathan Greenblatt

The 2025 State of Hate address from ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt. Wednesday - 7:30pm Friday - 12:30pm

Thursday April 17

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Hernandez Siblings

Jonah Platt is joined by Alma, Daniel Jr., and Consuelo Hernandez—three Mexican-American Jewish siblings from Arizona who have each made their mark in public service, education, and advocacy. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

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

Helen Nash

Cookbook author Helen Nash discusses her personal Jewish journey and why she wrote her book New Kosher Cuisine. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Art of Arthur Szyk

Irvin Ungar, the leading authority on the life and work of illustrator Arthur Szyk, recounts the remarkable story of how the political artist used his work to fight Hitler, including the creation of the iconic Szyk Haggadah. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Abigail Pogrebin

Author, journalist and JBS host Abigail Pogrebin discusses what she learned about Judaism during her year-long journey observing all 18 holidays on the Jewish calendar, and reflects on American Jewish life today. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Zsuzsa Fritz

Zsuzsa Fritz, Director of the Jewish Community Center in Budapest, describes how she first learned she was a Jew at age 16 and discusses the resurgence of Jewish life in Hungary and the lack of populist antisemitism in Hungary. Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Yitz Greenberg on Passover

Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg on the meaning of Passover and why he considers it among the most important events in human history. Also, the beauty of Shabbat. Friday - 1:00am & 4:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Gratitude and Thanks

Giving thanks from a Talmudic perspective, including gratitude and positive retribution, is explored using elements of the Exodus story recounted at the Passover seder in this episode of "Dimensions of the Daf" hosted by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Monday - 1:00am Tuesday - 9:00am

Being a Jew

Rabbi Becher explaines the scholarly intepretation of "being Jewish," based on the marriage laws found in tractate Yevamot. Tuesday - 9:30am

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Mark S. Golub z"l delves into the rabbinic interpretation and commentary of the Passover story in these entertaining lessons.

Hineni

Monday - 6:00am

Tenth Plague

Monday - 7:00am Tuesday - 5:00pm; Thursday - 2:00pm Saturday - 1:00am

Exodus

Monday - 9:00am

Miracles

Wednesday - 10:15am

Passover Lessons

Thursday - 8:30am Sunday - 3:00am

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

ONLINE EVENT: Sunday, April 27 | 1 PM

Join the Jewish Heritage Alliance for Part II of an insightful three-part webinar series exploring Jewish history, ethics and society through the lens of slavery. From biblical times to medieval Iberia, discover how Jewish communities navigated this complex history. In this session, delve into the early modern transatlantic slave trade and the remarkable journey of the Portuguese converso diaspora — Jews forcibly converted to Catholicism, many of whom maintained ties to their heritage and helped build global trading networks. Explore their nuanced roles in history, and separate myth from truth. Featuring esteemed speakers Prof. Paul Finkelman and Rabbi Dr. Yehonatan Elazar-DeMota.

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Honoring Survivors on Yom HaShoah | Wednesday, April 23 at 6 PM

An evening of remembrance and reflection in conversation with Holocaust Survivors. Through personal testimonies and open discussions, we will honor Survivors' strength and ensure their memories will endure. Presented in both English and Spanish.

Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach

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Monday, May 12 | 8:30 PM

Idan Amedi is an award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and actor known for his role as Sagi Tzur in Fauda. On October 7, Amedi was called to duty and promptly began his IDF service in Gaza. He was seriously wounded in an explosion that killed six Israeli soldiers from his Engineering Corps reserve unit. After sustaining severe injuries, Amedi underwent a long rehabilitation process. After a long physical and emotional recovery, he is back onstage with his eight-piece band.

The Hard Rock Live at the Guitar Hotel

To receive a 20% discount on tickets, enter the special code GMJF20 at purchase. You can also avoid website fees by calling Dganit at 305.790.5149. Be sure to mention the discount code to receive the discount.

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Preparing for Passover: Rabbis Roundtable, Dara Horn, Judah Mischel; Sing a Little More

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

Passover Services and Seders

Central Synagogue Passover Service

Saturday - 5:30pm (Live) Sunday - 2:30am (Replay)

Hampton Synagogue Passover Seder

Saturday - 8:00pm Sunday - 4:00am (Replay)

Hampton Synagogue Passover Service

Saturday - 9:00pm Sunday - 5:00am (Replay)

Sunday April 6

Rabbis Roundtable:Passover

Esteemed NYC rabbis Angela Buchdahl (Reform), Elliott Cosgrove (Conservative), and Chaim Steinmetz (Modern Orthodox) join together to share insights and reflections on preparing for Passover and what the holiday means to them and their communities. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 7:00am & 10:00am Tuesday - :00am & 2:00pm Friday - 4:30am & 1:00pm Saturday - 7:00pm

Monday April 7

Sing A Little More: Concert Celebration

Central Synagogue’s world-renowned clergy and musical team are joined by a live string orchestra and expanded choir for a special concert in celebration of Sing a Little More, their new album featuring fresh arrangements of beloved Shabbat music. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:00am & 4:00pm Wednesday - 1:30pm Thursday - 1:00pm & 7:00pm Saturday - 3:30am

"In the Spotlight" Discussion

Dan Mutlu, Senior Cantor of Central Synagogue, joins Abby Pogrebin in celebration of Sing a Little More, Central’s new album that reflects the full musical experience provided to all who participate in their internationally-viewed worship services. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tue - 2:00am, 7:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm Wednesday - 5:30am & 1:00pm Thursday - 2:00pm; Friday - 9:30pm Saturday - 4:30am

Tuesday April 8

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines

Haggadah Baderech: Along the Path of Redemption with Rabbi Judah Mischel Justin is joined by beloved educator and storyteller Rabbi Judah Mischel, Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children, and author of the new Haggadah, Baderech: Along the Path of Redemption, to discuss deep insights, practical relevance, and the core themes and opportunities of the Haggadah. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Wednesday April 9

Defending Israel with David Harris: Passover

David Harris offers timely reflections for Passover, drawing on the holiday’s enduring themes of freedom, resilience, and Jewish identity to speak to this complex moment in Jewish life. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 7:00am,11:30am & 5:00pm Friday - 5:30am & 4:30pm Saturday - 6:30pm

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: The Calling

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch delivers a sermon urging American Jews to respond to today’s challenges not with despair but with action, embracing the Jewish imperative of tikkun olam. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Thursday - 1:00am, 4:30am, 7:30am,11:00am & 2:30pm Friday - 11:00am & 10:00pm

Religion's Surprising Impact on Academic Success: Dr. Ilana M. Horwitz

Dr. Ilana M. Horwitz, Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and Sociology at Tulane University, examines how religion can complement education by weaving together her personal story, a powerful description of what it means to be a Jew, sociological insights on religion and education, and more in a talk that earned a standing ovation from an audience of 5,000 students at BYU. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am & 10:00am

Thursday April 10

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Dara Horn Part 2

In Part 2 of Jonah Platt’s conversation with Dara Horn, the acclaimed author explores antisemitic tropes in classic literature and reflects on the personal experiences and the inspiration behind People Love Dead Jews and One Little Goat that shaped her understanding of Jewish identity. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

ILTV News and Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Friday (ILTV) & Sunday (ILTV) 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

Cantor Sol Zim

World renowned composer, educator, performer and cantor Sol Zim discusses his life and career and love for Jewish music. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

Shlomo Riskin and Ken Brander

The founding dean and Chancellor Emeritus of Ohr Torah Stone educational institutions, Shlomo Riskin, and President of Ohr Torah Stone, Kenneth Brander, share their perspectives on women in Judaism and the essence of Torah. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Introduction to Passover

Introduction to the meaning of the Passover holiday and the symbols of the Seder service. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

Yitz Greenberg on Passover

Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg on the meaning of Passover and why he considers it among the most important events in human history. Also, the beauty of Shabbat. Wednesday - 9:30pm Thursday - 12:30am, 3:30am & 3:30pm

Passover at Wellmans & Critique

Passover at the Wellmans -a short film that portrays a New York family's Passover Seder, highlighting their struggles with intermarriage and faith -- is followed by Rabbis Joshua Hammerman and Daniel Schonbuch in conversation about the complex issues presented in the film. Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Study by Proxy?

When can a Jew fulfill a commandment (a mitzvah) by proxy? Learn the answer as Rabbi Mordecai Becher teaches a Talmudic lesson he calls, "Do It Yourself! - Or Agent 613." Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am & Tuesday - 9:00am

On Treating Gentiles

Rabbi Becher discusses what the Torah, Talmud, and various rabbinical sources teach about the relationship between Jews and Gentiles and the Jews' responsibility to other peoples of the world. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am & Tuesday - 9:30am

Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

Moses

Moses' early life, his speech impediment and his marriage to Zipporah in Midian, is part of this week's study of the Exodus story which reveals the Jewish Tradition's notion of God and what it means to be a Jew. Monday - 9:00am Saturday - 1:00am

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 in this "Jewish 101" episode with host Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l. Thursday - 9:00am

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

Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13

Join Federation-funded Base Miami for seder in the Brickell area. Base Miami guides those seeking a Jewish life of relevance, purpose and meaning. Founded in 2015 as an extension of Moishe House, the Base Movement is now in 20 cities throughout the US and houses rabbis and their spouses who provide a welcoming experience for Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations, content-rich classes, pastoral counseling and service-learning opportunities.

Cost: $45 per night

REGISTER FOR THE 1ST NIGHT SEDER

REGISTER FOR THE 2ND NIGHT SEDER

Sunday, April 6 at 5 PM

Come hear the Jewish YouTube vocal band sensation Six13 A Cappella! And stay for a snack and shmooze after.

Temple Sinai of North Dade, 18801 NE 22nd Avenue

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