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Thursday, November 14, 6:30 PM

Join us for an unforgettable evening, a night of deep honor, heartfelt gratitude and unwavering solidarity with Israel's heroes and their families. The program features a kibbutz-style dinner with October 7 heroes. Blue and white casual attire is suggested.

Cost: $154 Ceremony & Gala includes dinner for one Israeli hero and one T-shirt

The Shul of Bal Harbour, 9540 Collins Avenue, Surfside

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Saturday, November 9, 7 PM

Author of Ghosts of a Holy War, journalist Yardena Schwartz presents an even-handed, thoroughly researched examination of the Arab-Israeli conflict and illustrates how a little-known massacre in Hebron a century ago became ground zero of a war that continues to devastate today. The discussion will be moderated by Rick Hirsch, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who worked 42 years as a reporter and editor at the Miami Herald, the last 12 as Managing Editor.

Schwartz draws on her extensive research and wide-ranging interviews with both sides to tell a timely, eye-opening story. She expertly weaves the war between Israel and Hamas into a historical framework, demonstrating how the conflict today cannot be understood without the context of this century-old war, which began long before the State of Israel ever existed.

Schwartz is an award-winning journalist and Emmy-nominated producer whose reporting has appeared in the New York Times, New York Review of Books, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, TIME, National Geographic and Rolling Stone. She spent a decade reporting from Israel and covered the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's Israel 70 Mission.

Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

Complimentary admission

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Presented by Magen David Adom, Tuesday, October 29

Mosab Hassan Yousef, renowned author and speaker, shares his incredible journey of working with Israelis to thwart terror attacks during the Second Intifada in the early 2000s. Mosab is a powerful speaker who reveals the truth behind terrorism, exposing Hamas from the inside, and is one of the most passionate voices in support of Israel’s fight against Hamas following the attacks of October 7.

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Your donation ensures Magen David Adom’s 35,000 paramedics, EMTS, first responders, and first-aid providers — volunteers and staff — have the training, equipment, and medical supplies they need to treat all injured and ill people in Israel.

The Hub at Temple Beth Am, 5950 N. Kendall Drive, Pinecrest

Tuesday, November 19, 8-9:30 PM

Dr. Anne Marie Albano, a leading expert in child anxiety, mood disorders and social issues, will share insights and practical strategies to support your child. Her extensive experience and acclaimed work in the field make her a trusted resource for addressing social and emotional challenges in children.

Session includes:

● Understanding the Signs: Learn how to identify social anxiety and social issues.

● Effective Communication: Discover active listening techniques to better support your child.

● Practical Strategies: Gain tools to help your child build social skills and find meaningful connections.

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For questions and scholarships, email [email protected].

October 2024-September 2025

The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) presents the 9th Annual Screening the Holocaust film series, an expanded cinematic program showcasing 12 acclaimed Holocaust interest films. Screenings, presented monthly, will serve as a catalyst for reflection, encouraging dialogue on one of history’s darkest periods while highlighting the resilience and humanity's capacity for goodness in the face of adversity.

The Screening the Holocaust film series is a free public event.

Presented in collaboration with the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference), the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, the Holocaust Teacher’s Institute and The University of Miami’s Sue and Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies.

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In a contemporary program entitled Jewish Voices, Conductor James K. Bass leads the artists of Seraphic Fire in an a capella performance that elevates the voices of today’s Jewish composers. The music of Shulamit Ran, Julia Wolfe, David Lang and Moira Smiley examines the rich tapestry of the Jewish experience.

Thursday, November 7, 7:30 PM | Bet Shira Congregation, 7500 SW 120th Street, Pinecrest

Friday, November 8, 7:30 PM| All Saints Episcopal, 333 Tarpon Drive, Fort Lauderdale

Saturday, November 9, 7:30 PM | Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach

For information, call 305.285.9060 or log on to SeraphicFire.org.

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For more program insights on the music, composers and artistic evolution, tune into Seraphic Fire’s interactive online Scholar Lecture on October 22, 7-8:30 PM.

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The Greater Miami Jewish Federation stands with Jewish Federations of North America and all Jewish communities around the world condemning Iran's massive bombardment attacking Israel in the strongest possible terms.

From Hamas to Hezbollah to the Houthis, Iran has been the power supporting Israel's terrorist enemies and providing them with the weapons and know-how to attack Israel's civilians.

Our communities are in complete solidarity with the people of Israel and the Israel Defense Forces as they work to defend themselves from these attacks and we pray for their safety.

We are thankful for the support promised by the United States to actively defend Israel from the Iranian threat.

Wednesday, October 9, 8-9:30 PM

In this webinar, Dr. Jennifer Hartstein, a renowned DBT specialist, and author, will share her extensive knowledge of helping parents, children, and adolescents navigate complex emotions. Dr. Hartstein's expertise has been featured on major platforms such as CBS, The Today Show, and Yahoo! News, making her one of the leading voices in the field of mental health.

What You’ll Learn: Essential DBT Skills Discover the basics of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and how these techniques can benefit your child. The Art of Validation Learn the importance of validating your child’s feelings and how it can strengthen your relationship. Radical Acceptance Theory Gain insights into accepting situations to improve your child’s emotional resilience.

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Sunday, November 17, 2 PM

The Miami Book Fair will feature author Amir Tibon discussing his book The Gates of Gaza: A Story of Betrayal, Survival, and Hope in Israel's Borderlands. Tibon tells the harrowing story of his family’s ordeal on October 7 under attack in Kibbutz Nahal Oz. More than one family’s odyssey, The Gates of Gaza is the intimate story of a tight-knit community and the broader saga of war, occupation and hostility between two national movements – a conflict that has not yet extinguished the enduring hope for peace.

MDC Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami

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Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance raises awareness around disability access and advocacy.

The Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) remains a vital resource in our community. The MJAA website provides a unique and comprehensive guide on everything from advocating for a child with a learning disability to navigating the transition into adulthood.

With the High Holidays quickly approaching, MJAA has brought together an expansive list of services, activities, accessibility and inclusion guides around these meaningful times of prayer and worship. It’s also election season and every voter should be able to cast a ballot. This page ensures individuals with disabilities know the multiple voting options that meet the ADA standards in Miami-Dade County, including a paper-based voting system, touchscreen, audio technology and sip-and-puff capabilities for voters with special needs. Finally, the Disability and Mental Health page includes local and national resources for individuals with and without disabilities looking for mental health and wellness support.

Miami.Jewish.Abilities.org

MJAA is a program of Federation and also offers a disability specialist.