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Hope & Healing: No One Should Grieve Alone

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus: Hope & Healing: No One Should Grieve Alone

Temple Sinai: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Address: 20350 NE 26th Ave, Miami, FL 33180-1136

Join together with these North Miami Dade adult communities for encouraging and compelling programs, creating hope and resilience after loss. Each evening program will include ritual and spiritual engagement, commemoration, social connections, learning and legacy work.

All programs run 7-9 PM Light refreshments | No cost to attend RSVP to Jill Koch [email protected] for the March 19th program.

A program of the North Miami Dade Bereavement Initiative, a multi-synagogue-based initiative supported in partnership with Mishkan Miami of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.


MIAMI BOOK FAIR LAUNCHES STORIES WE SHARE: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH VOICES New Literary Series Launches March 18 with Acclaimed Authors and Marks Miami Introduction of Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads

Miami Book Fair announced the launch of Stories We Share: A Celebration of Jewish Voices, a new ongoing literary series spotlighting Jewish storytelling in all its breadth and complexity. The inaugural event, Stories We Share: A Nu Reads Celebration, presented for this special evening in partnership with the Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads subscription program, takes place Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus and features nationally recognized authors Maya Arad, Allegra Goodman, Rachel Kadish and Tova Mirvis in conversation with Tony Award-winning producer and writer Stacey Mindich.

Presented by the Stacey and Eric Mindich Fund for Jewish Stories, the evening also marks the introduction of Nu Reads to Miami audiences. Curated by the Jewish Book Council, Nu Reads is a bi-monthly subscription program delivering exceptional Jewish literature directly to readers while building community through shared reading experiences.

Rooted in Miami Book Fair’s Jewish Life and Culture initiative, Stories We Share builds on the Fair’s longstanding mission to use literature as a bridge between communities. In a city shaped by layered identities and global diaspora voices, the series creates space for Jewish writers and thinkers to explore tradition, reinvention and contemporary life through story.

“Stories We Share reflects Miami Book Fair’s commitment to amplifying diverse voices and creating meaningful dialogue through literature,” said Lissette Mendez, Executive Director of Miami Book Fair. “We are proud to partner with Jewish Book Council on this event to bring Nu Reads to Miami and to launch this series with authors whose work challenges, inspires and connects readers across generations.”

“Jewish stories have always held a vital place in our culture,” said Stacey Mindich, “I created this fund to affirm that the joys and sorrows of the Jewish experience, deeply rooted in narrative, remain dynamic, integral and visible in the national cultural landscape. I’m thrilled to partner with the Miami Book Fair to ensure that the Jewish story is celebrated in this city, which has long been so very important to American Judaism.”

About Stories We Share: A Nu Reads Celebration

The March 18 event centers on a panel discussion featuring four nationally acclaimed authors whose work spans fiction, memoir and literary scholarship:

Maya Arad is the author of twelve books of Hebrew fiction and serves as writer in residence at Stanford University’s Taube Center for Jewish Studies. She will present her novel, Happy New Year, the inaugural Nu Reads selection.

Allegra Goodman is the author of seven novels, including the national bestseller Isola, a Reese’s Book Club selection, and Sam, a Read with Jenna pick. She will discuss her new novel, This Is Not About Us (February 2026), the current Nu Reads selection.

Rachel Kadish is an award-winning novelist whose book The Weight of Ink was a USA Today bestseller and recipient of a National Jewish Book Award. She will be featured in conversation around The Weight of Ink.

Tova Mirvis is the nationally bestselling author of four novels. Her memoir The Book of Separation was a New York Times Book Review Editor’s Choice, and she currently serves as Nu Reads writer-in-residence. She will present, We Would Never, her latest work of fiction.

Following the discussion, guests are invited to an after party to enjoy live klezmer-style jazz featuring a band assembled by Vincent Raffard of French Horn Collective, with live vocals by Shira Lee, along with mingling and light refreshments.

Books by the featured authors will be available for purchase on-site through Books & Books, with signing opportunities to follow. Nu Reads subscriptions and limited-edition book boxes curated around Goodman’s new novel will also be available for purchase, with all subscription sales handled by the Nu Reads team.

EVENT DETAILS

Stories We Share: A Nu Reads Celebration

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Time: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Location: Auditorium (Building 1, 2nd Floor) and Building 1 Atrium and Plaza, Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus

Admission: Free; RSVP required at https://www.miamibookfair.com/event/stories-we-share-a-nu-reads-celebration/

Book Sales: On-site by Books & Books and Nu Reads

Future events in the Stories We Share series will be announced as the program develops.

Monday, April 6 | 2 PM

A Special Mitzvah Seder for those with physical and developmental challenges.

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Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, 20350 NE 26th Avenue, Miami

Thursday, April 30 | 6:30 PM

Join us as we celebrate the art of community and honor the Schecks.

This evening of art, dining and celebration in support of Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus will honor Dr. Michele & Steven Scheck with the President Award for their dedication to our community.

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, 20350 NE 26th Avenue, Miami

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Saturday, April 25 | 8 PM

With Israel on our minds and a good laugh on our wish list, Yohay Sponder arrives at the perfect moment!

Public tickets sales are OPEN for our Third Annual Comedy Night — and you don’t want to miss this one! Internationally acclaimed comedian Yohay Sponder brings his sharp, laugh-out-loud comedy to our stage for one unforgettable night.

Open Bar & Light Bites: 8 PM | Showtime: 9 PM

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, 20350 NE 26th Avenue, Miami

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Celebrating Purim; Israel Bobsled Team; And More on JBS

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

Celebrate Purim with JBS

Hampton Synagogue

A pre-recorded Megillah reading from The Hampton Synagogue, led by Rabbi Avraham Bronstein, following introductory remarks by Rabbi Marc Schneier. Monday - 5:30pm, 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am, 11:30am & 4:00pm

Central Synagogue

Celebrate Purim at Central Synagogue with a festive, all-ages Megillah reading and Children’s Purim Spiel inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters, as clergy bring superheroes and supervillains to life in a joyful, musical celebration. Monday - 6:00pm (LIVE) & 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am

SKYLINE CONFERENCE MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT FINALS

TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

Yeshiva University Maccabees v. Farmingdale State Rams Sunday - 2:00pm LIVE

In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: SETH RUDETSKY

Broadway impresario Seth Rudetsky speaks with Abigail Pogrebin about his post-10/7 activism and the painful silence he witnessed from much of the Broadway community as Jewish suffering went unacknowledged. Mon - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tue - 2:00am, 7:00am, 11:00am, 4:30pm; Wed - 4:30am Thu - 2:00pm; Fri - 4:00pm; Sat - 7:00pm

TEXTing IRL Franklin Foer - The Golden Calf & Making of a Mob

Elana Stein Hain and The Atlantic staff writer Franklin Foer explore Parashat Ki Tisa, the Golden Calf and what fear, identity and fragile institutions reveal about collective behavior then and now. Tue - 7:30pm & 10:00pm; Wed - 1:00am, 4:00am & 11:00am; Thu - 2:30pm & 5:30pm; Fri - 1:30pm; Sat - 5:00pm

Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: DAVID RUDERMAN: THE EVOLUTION OF JEWISH SCHOLARSHIP

Renowned historian Professor David Ruderman joins Justin Pines to explore his legendary career, the rise of Jewish studies in academia, and his work illuminating the Jewish soul through the lives of unconventional, lesser-known figures. Tue - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Wed - 2:00am & 10:00am; Thu - 5:00am & 7:00am; Fri - 9:00am & 8:30pm Sat - 8:30am & 4:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris: RAWAN OSMAN

David Harris is joined by Rawan Osman, a Syrian-born German political activist, influencer, and self-described Arab Zionist advocating for normalization between Arab states and Israel. Wed - 7:00pm & 11:00pm; Thu - 4:30am, 11:30am, 5:00pm & 6:30pm; Fri - 5:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm; Sat - 8:00pm

Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: SARAH RUHL - LESSONS FROM MY TEACHERS

Zibby Owens is joined by acclaimed playwright and MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl to discuss her essay collection Lessons from My Teachers, reflecting on the mentors who shaped her life, work, memory, grief and creativity. Thu - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Fri - 1:00am & 4:00am, 1:00pm; Sat - 9:30pm

Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: ISRAEL'S OLYMPIC BOBSLED TEAM

From the Olympic Village in Milan, Jonah Platt is joined by members of Israel’s Olympic Bobsled Team to discuss their historic Winter Games debut and what it means to represent Israel on the world stage. Thu - 8:00pm & 11:00pm; Fri - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm, 9:30pm; Sat - 5:00am, 10:00pm

NEWS & ANALYSIS

Jerusalem Minute

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm; Tuesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm; Wednesday - 7:00am

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: HARD QUESTION OF WAR

Micah Halpern shares his perspective on the difficult moral calculus of war, exploring when he believes conflict may be preferable to the alternatives. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Thu -2:00am, 8:30am & 12:30pm; Fri - 5:30am

ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates

ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday - Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday (ILTV only) at 5:00pm; ILTV News Sunday 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

JACKIE MASON z"l

One of America's iconic comedians, Jackie Mason z"l, talks seriously about his decision to break with his family's tradition of serving as a rabbi, how his comedy grows out of his understanding of human nature, how he feels about Israeli and American Jewry and more. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wed - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

DEBORAH LIPSTADT

Holocaust historian Deborah Lipstadt discusses the dangers of contemporary antisemitism which she addresses in her book Antisemitism: Here and Now. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm

TEAM ISRAEL BASEBALL

In a 2020 conversation, Israel’s National Baseball Team's general manager Peter Kurz, head coach Eric Holtz and pitcher Eric Brodkowitz discuss qualifying for the Olympics, the future of baseball in Israel, and the fulfillment that comes with combining a passion for the Jewish State with the beloved American pastime. Thursday - 9:00pm; Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm; Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

The Weekly Parsha on JBS: Ki Tisa

Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Ki Tisa recounts the sin of the Golden Calf and the renewal of the covenant, reminding us that even after failure, repentance and responsibility can restore what has been broken. Mon - 9:30am; Thu - 9:30am & 4:30pm; Fri - 5:30pm; Sat - 1:30am & 12:30pm

Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher

PURIM

Rabbi Mordechai Becher shares photos of ancient artifacts, excavations and other images to explore the historical background of the holiday of Purim. Sunday - 9:00am; Monday - 4:00am

WAS ABRAHAM OBSERVANT?

Rabbi Becher discusses how the Talmud deals with Abraham’s following Jewish Law before the Torah was given at Mt. Sinai. Sunday - 9:30am; Monday - 4:30am

Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l

PURIM PEEVES

In this special "Jewish 101" Purim edition, Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l shares five of his pet peeves relating to modern Jewish thought. Sun - 4:00pm; Mon - 9:00am, 4:00pm & 10:00pm; Tue - 4:00am

ORIGINAL SIN

In the study of the Creation (Gen. 3), learn how classical Christianity interpreted the Adam & Eve story, and how their eating the forbidden fruit became the Original Sin and shaped western views of sexuality. Thu - 9:00am; Sat - 1:00am

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

Date: Tuesday, March 3rd at 1 PM

Location: 17051 NE 19th Ave in North Miami Beach

Admission: $40, SPECIAL PRICE FOR SENIORS $20 includes festive meal and music

United Jewish Generations is set to bring the spirit and joy of Purim to life with its upcoming “Grand Purim Klezmer Show and Festive Dinner,” promising vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and cherished Purim traditions for the entire community. The celebration will feature electrifying live klezmer music by renowned musicians Peter Sadkhin and Shimon Greenberg. In addition to the lively entertainment, attendees will enjoy a festive meal prepared in the true spirit of Purim. The event will also include the traditional Megillah reading and other Purim traditions. A show you don't want to miss!

Please feel free to reserve on our website by clicking HERE

or by calling (305) 770-4540 and leaving a message with your name, number, and how many people you are reserving for.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out. You can reply to this email or call Rabbi Smith at (954) 458-6000.

Bring Your Family and Friends to a Celebration Near You!

Miami Beach JCC Annual Purim Carnival | Sunday, March 1

Purim Move Night at Alper JCC Miami | Sunday, March 1

Purim-Tastic Carnival at Center for Jewish Life at Beth David | Sunday, March 1

Purim in the Royal Garden at Chabad Chayil | Sunday, March 1

Community Purim Celebration at MARJCC | Tuesday, March 3

Tuesday, March 3 | 3-7 PM

Join us for Community Purim Celebration. Featuring: inflatables, Meguilah, Hamentachen, Costume contest, Art station, Face painting, scouts station, Entertainment. Kosher food for purchase.

Michael-Ann Russell JCC, Scheck Family Plaza, 18900 NE 25th Avenue North Miami Beach

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Sunday, March 8 | 1 PM

Jewish Heritage Alliance and Greater Miami Jewish Federation invite you on a profound journey into the world of the Western Sephardim—Jews of Iberian origin, many former conversos — who rebuilt Jewish life after fleeing the Inquisitions of Spain and Portugal. This compelling multi-part webinar series uncovers how Sephardic resilience shaped commerce, religious freedom, and cultural life across the Atlantic World. Led by Professor Willem Klooster, the series examines Sephardic migration, global trade networks, religious freedom, and enduring cultural resilience.

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