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Friday, May 16 | 8 PM

Join Base Miami for Kabbalat Shabbat and Shabbat dinner at Temple Menorah on Miami Beach. For more information, contact Rabbi Dvir and Shalhevet Cahana at [email protected].

Temple Menorah, 620 75th Street, Miami Beach

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Monday, May 12 | 6:30-7:30 PM

The Pride Empowerment Circle is a monthly meet-up that serves as a community-building opportunity for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. It is a sounding board for the needs and wants of the attendees: discussions, advocacy, guest speakers, socials, special events, sharing of resources, and building connections all fall under the umbrella of what we do together.

For more information, please contact Jenine Simon at [email protected] or 305.271.9000 X 271.

Alper JCC Miami, 11155 SW 112 Avenue, Building 6, Studio A, Miami

Thursday, May 15 | 8 PM

Electric Piquete’s diverse repertoire, heard at music festivals both in and outside of Florida, consists of original compositions along with an inventive interpretation of jazz and Latin standards. This past September, Electric Piquete released its first full–length album, Azabache, on CD and digital platforms, along with two new singles and videos. Watch for their third single/video coming this summer.

Featuring: Charles Garnder (keyboards), Robert Smiley (tenor sax), Michael Mut (bass/vocals), Raymond Ayala (percussion/vocals), Chris Correoso (guitar), Ed Rosado (drums/vocals) and Patrick Araujo (trumpet/vocals).

Michael-Ann Russell JCC, Alan & Diane Lieberman Theater, 18900 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami

Cost $25

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Monday, May 19 | 7:30 PM

The Fight for Truth, Jewish Civil Rights and Tackling Antisemitism on Campus and Beyond

Professor Shai Davidai, leading the fight, calling out Jew hatred and anti-Israel rhetoric on campus, will be in conversation with Deedee Bitran, Senior Counsel & Director of Pro Bono, StandWithUs Saidoff Legal Department. Davidai, a Columbia University professor, was temporarily banned from his position after “harassing and intimidating” other University employees at the time of an October 7 commemoration event. This event is free and open to the community but there is a suggested donation of $18 to help support Arts, Culture and Ideas events at the Miami Beach JCC.

This event is made possible through an Israel Engagement Grant, awarded as part of a partnership between the JCC Association of North America and Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs. Thank you to our co-sponsors WIZO, CAJE, #LovingMoms, AJC, the JCRC and StandWithUs.

Miami Beach JCC, 4221 Pinetree Drive, Miami Beach

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South Dade Jewish students entering 10th-12th grade in the 2025-2026 school year are invited to apply for the inaugural BeWell Miami South Dade Teen Wellness Fellowship. Participants will be trained in Teen Mental Health First Aid, learn from mental health experts in a variety of topics related to adolescent mental health and work with their peers to promote mental health awareness throughout the South Dade Jewish Community.

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Tuesday, May 13 | 8-9:30 PM

BeWell Miami in conjunction with the Wellness Institute present Richard Gallagher, PhD, author of Training for Children with ADHD and The Organized Child. Dr. Gallagher will share organization skills for children managing ADHD, ADD and related disorders.

No Cost to attend with promo code: GMJF18

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Thursday, April 24 | 10 AM-4 PM

Participate in the commemoration of Yom HaShoah by volunteering to read the names of those killed in the Holocaust. To reserve your spot, please call 305.538.1663.

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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