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Martha/Mary Concert Series: Essence of America With Epstein/Wang/Larsen Trio

Sunday, January 25 | 4 PM

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The roots, diversity and potential of America are embraced by pianist Daniel Epstein, violinist Xiao Wang and cellist Ben Larsen. Acclaimed Black composer Adolphus Hailstork‘s Piano Trio begins with a commemoration of the Jewish Holocaust and ends with a lively dance. Korean American composer Nicky Sohn gives us a lively Rodeo and Antonin Dvorak’s Trio melds his Czech heritage with Native American and African American folk themes.

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Miami Jewish Film Festival 2026

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The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF), the world’s largest Jewish and Israeli film festival, proudly announces the full program for its 29th edition, returning January 14-29, 2026, with its most expansive lineup to date. This year’s Festival will present 139 films from 20 countries — including 105 features and 34 shorts — featuring 15 world premieres, 19 international premieres, 13 North American premieres, and 3 U.S. premieres. The hybrid festival will offer more than 90 live screenings across eight venues throughout Greater Miami, expected to welcome over 50,000 attendees, alongside an online program showcasing more than 80 films available to audiences across Florida and the United States.

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Ohel Webinar With BeWell Miami: Teens & Behavioral Addiction

Not Just a Phase, Not Always an Addiction: A Real Conversation on Teens & Behavioral Addiction

Wednesday, January 7 | 8-9:15 PM

Parents and educators are invited to hear from a panel of Shalom Augenbaum, Clinical Director, Tikvah at Ohel, and author of Inside-Outside Parenting; Stephen Esses, Therapist and Addiction Counselor, Tikvah at Ohel; and Shlomo Rappoport, Psychotherapist and Addition Specialist, Tikvah at Ohel.

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BeWell Miami Webinar: Effective Discipline to Navigate Challenging Behavior

Wednesday, January 14 | 8-9:30 PM on Zoom

A Parent's Guide to Navigating Challenging Behavior with Calm and Confidence Discipline is one of the hardest parts of parenting and most of us are doing it without a roadmap. If you’re tired of bribes and punishments that don’t stick, you’re not alone. Join bestselling author Hunter Clarke-Fields (Raising Good Humans) for a practical, compassionate session on how to guide children through behavior challenges with confidence and connection.

No cost with promo code GMJF18

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Peer-to-Peer LGBTQ+ Fertility Support Group

Monday, January 12 | 7 PM

Jewish Fertility Foundation-South Florida is excited to introduce our LGBTQ+ Family-Building Support Group. This is free and open to all individuals and couples, regardless of religious background, currently on a family-building journey. It is a safe space, facilitated by a licensed therapist, for you to share and meet others who are going through a similar experience. The group is also open to individuals and couples living outside of Miami and who are located in other locations in FL.

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Modern Family Building 101

Sunday, January 11 | 3-5 PM

In partnership with Rader Law Group and Congregation Kol Tikvah, we invite you to an interactive program designed for anyone exploring or undergoing fertility treatment. Gain invaluable guidance from a panel of medical, legal, and emotional experts who will help you confidently navigate each step of the journey. Whether you’re just starting or already on the path, this event offers a compassionate space to ask questions, learn practical strategies, and connect with others who understand the challenges and joys of the fertility journey. Free event | Food and drinks provided

Congregation Kol Tikvah, 6750 N University Drive, Parkland

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Refuat HaNefesh Volunteer Alumni Brunch

Sunday, December 21 | 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

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Meet and greet fellow Refuat HaNefesh volunteer alumni, nosh on bagels and lox, latkes and sufganiyot and explore and engage with text and discussion. We will also light the Chanukah candles, share in ritual experience and sing along with Chanukah favorites. Brought to you by our Israeli Shlichim Merchi and Alon Attias; Rabbi Frederick Klein, Director of Mishkan Miami; Rabbi Cheryl Weiner, Director of Refuat HaNefesh Fellows Program; and Alumni Network. Complimentary Brunch

Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami

For more information, contact Nicole Alonso at [email protected] or‭ 786.866.8655.

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Sponsored by the Refuat HaNefesh Alumni Volunteer Fellows, a program of Mishkan Miami, The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

Camp Judaea Open House in Aventura

Sunday, December 7 | 11:30 AM

Join Camp Judaea in Aventura for an Open House to learn about summer camp 2026. Camp Judaea, located in Hendersonville, NC, offers programming for campers in grades 1-12.

Address provided upon RSVP

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BeWell Webinar: Raising Self-Driven Kids

Wednesday, December 3 | 8-9:30 PM on Zoom

Federation's BeWell Miami and The Wellness Institute present Raising Self-Driven Kids: Science-Based Strategies for Building Your Child’s Inner Confidence. The webinar will be facilitated by William Stixrud, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Neuropsychologist and Ned Johnson, Founder of PrepMatters Educational Tutoring Company. Dr. Stixrud and Johnson are Co-Authors of The Self-Driven Child.

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Join Young Jewish Professionals for Thanksgiving Shabbat & Cocktails

Friday, November 28 | 6-9:30 PM

Join Young Jewish Professional (YJP), ages 21-39, for a Thanksgiving Rooftop Shabbat and cocktails. Feel free to invite your friends!

6 PM: Services | 6:30 PM: Cocktail Hour

Rok Family Shul, YJP Miami Headquarters, 35 SE 9th Street, Miami

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