It's Happening In Miami

December 10, Miami Beach JCC | December 11, Alper JCC Miami

Comedy for Peace aims to unite Jewish, Muslim and Christian communities through humor and mutual understanding, bringing together the Muslim, Jewish and Christian stand-up comedians for an inspiring, funny and unforgettable evening. Featuring Stever Marshall, a New York-based Jewish-American comedian, actor, and writer; Gibran Saleem, a Muslim American comedian born raised in a Pakistani household; Erik Angel, an Israeli-Jewish comedian and the founder/producer of the Comedy for Peace and Ashley Morris, a New York-based comedian, actress and writer.

MIAMI BEACH JCC, 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER

ALPER JCC MIAMI, 11155 SW 112 Avenue, Miami CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER

December 9-20

Parents and Grandparents Welcome!

Become a PJ Library Squad Volunteer and help bring the fun and universal values of Chanukah to the classrooms of elementary-aged students in secular Miami-Dade public and private schools.

To volunteer, contact Margie Sernik Stein at [email protected].

*PJ Library is a gift from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation made possible by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and the Blank Family Foundation.

Experience "The Moment Music Stood Still" | Opens on December 18

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is proud to welcome The Nova Music Festival Exhibition to Miami. The in-depth remembrance of the brutal massacre at The Nova Music Festival in Re’im, Israel, on October 7, sets out to recreate a festival dedicated to peace and love that was savagely cut short by Hamas’ barbaric attack.

As the host community, Federation deeply encourages all South Floridians to visit the groundbreaking installation. Viewers are empowered to responsibly explore and bear witness to the tragedy of October 7 while joining together in the hopeful plea that “We will dance again.”

A portion of ticket proceeds benefit the Tribe of Nova Foundation, formed in the aftermath of the attack to support the physical, spiritual and mental healing journey of the survivors and the bereaved families. Due to the sensitive and graphic nature of some of the content, the exhibit is recommended for ages 16-plus.

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Sunday, November 17, 10 AM

WALK THE AVENTURA CIRCLE TO BRING THE HOSTAGES HOME AND MARK DAY 408

We will be joined by the brave Gaza Envelope Kibbutzim Civilian Emergency Teams and their families who courageously fought back against Hamas terrorists on October 7. Please wear red, blue and white shirts and BRING FLAGS AND SIGNS.

MEETING POINT: Aventura Circle on the sidewalk next to Aventura Mall parking lot: 19738 W Country Club Drive, Aventura

Monday, November 18, 7:30 PM

Featuring Israeli Superstar Sasson Gabay

Nominated for four Israeli Academy Awards, this beautifully heartfelt and quietly joyous film features a breathtaking performance by Israel's renowned actor, Sasson Gabay, who stars as Shimon, a 70-year-old widower traveling from Israel to Paris to see a childhood friend. During his visit, he stays with his only daughter (Israeli rising star Sivan Levy), who lives with her husband and their infant son. As he settles in, Shimon becomes aware of the impending dissolution of their marriage. Fueled by deep love for his daughter, he tries to offer his help, leading to a journey of self-discovery in which they share both their dreams and desires that they had never expressed before.

Miami Beach JCC, 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach

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Jewish Federations are horrified and outraged at the hate-filled antisemitic attacks in Amsterdam on November 7, in which anti-Israel mobs terrorized and beat Israelis and Jews trying to enjoy a soccer game. This modern-day pogrom, just two days before the anniversary of Kristallnacht, should make it clear that the entire world must act now to condemn and prosecute to the fullest all the perpetrators and take every necessary step to protect the Jewish community. We are in close contact with our partners in Israel and The Jewish Agency for Israel as we continue our commitment to the security of Jewish communities around the world.

Sunday, November 17 | Sessions from 10 AM-1 PM

Join the Miami Beach JCC in its Global Day of Learning Limmud Miami Pop Up. This amazing program includes sessions with Dr. Bella Krieger, Adult Program Director at The Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE) and Dvir Cahana, the new rabbi for Base Miami and others. Participate in an inspiring day of exploration and connection, delving into the ties that unite us through shared memory and destiny.

Doors open at 9 AM Enjoy coffee, bagels and a schmooze!

Miami Beach JCC, 4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach

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Sunday, December 15

This unique webinar will examine the enduring legacy of antisemitism, including a discussion on the massacres that accompanied this hatred. Explore the challenges faced by Jewish communities throughout history, including persecution and massacres in antiquity to the dramatic surge in global antisemitism following the October 7 attacks on Israel.

The webinar will feature distinguished guests as well as a special screening of the film 1506 – The Lisbon Genocide presented by the Jewish Community of Porto.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of anti-Jewish hate at this critical time and honor the resilience of the Jewish people.

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December 4-8 at the Aqua Hotel

Aqua Art Miami, which will take place during Art Basel, will feature internationally acclaimed Israeli artists, Natan Elkanovich, Yanai Navon and Roman Gulman. Wrote Venue Magazine of Elkanovich,"Developing his own 3D technique using pâtissier tools from piping bags and irons to mixers, Elkanovich’s bailiwick of textile application emanates throughout his artwork like a rhapsodic menagerie in a hyper-realistic fantasia of color and 3D illusionary opulence."

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Aqua Hotel, 1530 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

December 22, 2024-January 1, 2025

For the first time ever, Sar-El is partnering with Birthright Onward to offer an extraordinary two-week experience, uniting volunteers ages 18-40 from around the world in support of Israel. Participants will have the opportunity to directly assist Israel’s defense efforts, from organizing supplies to supporting essential logistics for the IDF.

The program includes five days of volunteering, a weekend of shared experiences and followed by five more days of volunteering back on base.

To make this experience accessible, reimbursements are available based on participants’ home country which for the US is $900.

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