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In the face of upheaval and uncertainty, we extend a heartfelt welcome to Israeli families who have recently found themselves displaced from their homes and now in Florida. We understand that embarking on a new chapter in a foreign land is a daunting prospect, and we are here to lend a helping hand.

Our mission is simple yet profound—to provide a warm and nurturing community for you and your loved ones as you try to find meaning and solace during these trying times. We understand that the journey of rebuilding is not just about physical relocation; it's about rediscovering hope, purpose, and a sense of belonging. We believe in the power of solidarity, and through our collective efforts, we strive to create a supportive environment that fosters resilience, hope, and connection.

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Sunday, November 5 at 6 PM

Federation’s community commemoration of Kristallnacht – The Night of Broken Glass – at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach marks the start of Holocaust Education Week. “With the war in Israel and the meteoric rise in antisemitism worldwide, now is the time for the Jewish community to gather in solidarity,” said Jessica Katz, Chair of the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach. Kristallnacht, considered a major turning point in Hitler’s campaign to annihilate the Jewish people, was marked by attacks on Jews in Germany and Austria on November 9-10, 1938. The community will assemble to hear the testimony of eyewitnesses to Kristallnacht, pay tribute to Holocaust victims and honor the courage and resilience of Survivors. In memory of our Israeli brothers and sisters who were murdered in the horrific Hamas attacks that began on October 7. Location: Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, 1933-1945 Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach

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Holocaust Education Week, November 5-November 9

Explore the legacy of the Shoah through cultural, academic and personal perspectives in a series of film presentations, lectures and community discussions. Age-appropriate programming for students and adults. All programming is free of charge and open to the public. Advance registration is required for all events, except for the Kristallnacht program.

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The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach is a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

Thursday, November 2 at 7 PM

Temple Judea, 5500 Granada Boulevard, Coral Gables

Come together with the South Dade community to learn more about what is happening on the ground in Israel, in real time, as well as the impact the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel Emergency Fund is already making for those in need. Light bites will be served. Dietary laws will be observed.

You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful donation to the Israel Emergency Fund.

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For information, please contact Alexa Paul at [email protected] or 305.595.5151.

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As a public act of solidarity, with the over 200 hostages abducted by Hamas during its attack on Israel on October 7, the Jewish Federations of North America and 165 partner organizations launched the Blue Ribbons for Israel campaign, asking people across the world to wear their support for these innocent victims on their shirts and display their support on their social media platforms.

Send a powerful message of solidarity by wearing your ribbon.

Wearing a ribbon publicly unites you with people of all religions, races, nationalities, ethnicities, ages and generations, and demonstrates for the people of Israel that they are not alone and that good people across the globe are with them and their families during this dark time.

Click below to order your Blue Ribbons for Israel and to learn how to make your own.

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Thursday, October 26 at 8 PM

Join in for Unity in Harmony: Standing in Solidarity, Song, and Prayer for Israel featuring music and words of hope, strength, and healing from David Broza, Rabbi Josh Warshawsky, Nefesh Mountain, Rick Recht, Chava Mirel, Hadar and and many more.

Presented by Judaism Alive and major partners: Foundation for Jewish Camp, Jewish Federations of North America, Harold Grinspoon Foundation, JCamp 180, PJ Library, Life & Legacy, JCC Association of North America, Union for Reform Judaism Camp and Immersives, National Ramah Commission, Young Judaea, Sing Unto God, Cantors Assembly, American Conference of Cantors, and Guild of Temple Musicians.

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November 12-14 at The Betsy Hotel, South Beach

All events are free and open to the public

The Jewish American & Holocaust Literature Symposium includes salons, readings and cultural celebrations. See below for a listing of programs.

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box Ch 1684, Atlantic Broadband 168, Hotwire Ch 269, DirecTV Ch 388, Blue Stream Ch 110, streamed on Roku under "educational", Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

As we enter the third week of the Israel-Hamas war, JBS remains united with the people of Israel in our thoughts, prayers and in our programming. We hope you gain information, insights and comfort this week with JBS. Am Yisrael Chai.

Programs

Top Story: Israel will Destroy Hamas

JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin speaks with Uri Kaufman, author of Eighteen Days in October: The Yom Kippur War and How It Created the Modern Middle East, about the parallels between the Hamas terror on October 7th and the attack 50 years ago Sunday - 7:00pm Monday - 5:00am, Tuesday - 2:00pm & Friday - 4:00pm

In the Spotlight: Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz, Senior Rabbi of Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York City, to discuss the dire need for the Jewish people to fight this tragic war, but to do so as Jews, guided by Jewish values. Monday - 8:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am & 11:00am, Wednesday - 5:00am & Thursday - 2:00pm

Lebanon and Hezbollah: Danger on Israel’s Northern Border

Former Lebanese journalist Hanin Ghaddar discusses Hezbollah, its leaders, weapons arsenal, its domination of the Lebanese government and economy, Iran’s role and more, with Moment editor Nadine Epstein in a program of Moment Magazine. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am & 2:00pm, Thursday - 4:00am Friday - 2:00pm & Saturday 8:00pm

Why No Mid-East Peace?

**Speaking from Congregation Beth El in Fairfield, CT in 2019, Mark S. Golub z”l presents the history of Israel, the reasons for its legitimacy, and the reasons why a two-state solution may never be possible. Tuesday - 8:00pm Wednesday - 1:30am & 11:00am & Saturday 7:00pm

Defending Israel with David Harris JBS strategic analyst David Harris shares his perspectives during week 3 of the Hamas-triggered war with Israel. With host Micah Halpern. Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 2:30pm, Friday 10:00am & Saturday 4:30pm**

Remarks from Rabbi Buchdahl

Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl describes the new beginning that is happening for Israel as the light was separated from the dark on October 7th, and reminds her congregation of the power of words and truth, and how silence can enable evil and chaos. Thursday - 10:40am Friday - 11:00am

In the News covers Israel at War

Reservist Initiative

The star of “Beauty Queen of Jerusalem” (Netflix Israeli TV Series) Swell Ariel Or talks about her initiative helping Israeli reservists get back to Israel to serve in the IDF. With Teisha Bader Sunday - 5:30pm
Monday 8am, 4:30pm Wednesday 5:30am

Thinking Out Loud

Micah Halpern reports on an aspect of the Israel-Hamas war. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm

Good Week Israel

In the midst of a war, please tune-in to Good Week Israel for positive stories of heroism, unity and of support on a new episode this Monday. — Monday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

On L’Chayim

Tovah Feldshuh

Actress Tovah Feldshuh discusses her acclaimed one-woman performance as Golda Meir in “Golda’s Balcony,” the longest one-woman performance in Broadway history for which she won the Drama Desk Award. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am & 3:00pm

The Authors

Israeli activist Einat Wilf and Israeli journalist Adi Schwartz discuss the Palestinian insistence on a “right of return” which a priori makes any peace agreement with Israel impossible – detailed in their book The War Of Return. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am & 3:00pm

Natan Sharansky

In a special 2-hour feature edition of L’Chayim, Soviet Refusnik and Dissident, Israeli political leader and Jewish Agency Head, Natan Sharansky, details his life in the former Soviet Union described in his book Never Alone.
Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am & 3:00pm

Lior Raz

The co-creator and star of Fauda, the hit Israeli series on Netflix, Lior Raz discusses how the action series draws a sharp distinction between Palestinian violence and the Israeli response while portraying the humanity of both societies. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am and Saturday - 6:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher Lessons of the week begin every Sunday at 9am

Who's at Fault?

A classic scene from the movie "The Godfather," is used to study the Talmudic question, "who's responsible when one person orders another to do an evil deed?" Today (Sunday) - 9:00am Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm and Wednesday - 7:00pm

God or Man?

Warnings about potential dangers (and an exploration of whether tragedies are in the hands of heaven or man) are examined. Today (Sunday) - 9:35am Tuesday - 9:35am & 5:35pm and Thursday - 7:00pm

From the Aleph Bet

Mark S. Golub z”l hosts this original series designed for anyone of any age to learn to read and understand Hebrew. Download Lessons and Worksheets free on the JBS website

Lesson 6 Discover the Hebrew letters "Nun," "Kaf," and “Chet.” Monday - 9:30am Thursday - 10:00am and Friday - 5:00am

Synagogue Services

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

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Unite and Light on Friday, October 27

Be part of a global campaign to light Shabbat candles for Israel. Shabbat candles are available to anyone wishing to participate in this act of solidarity. #LightForIsrael

Wednesday, October 25, 9:30-11 AM

For Jewish Community Professionals, Clergy and Mental Health Professionals

Keynote speaker Dr. Norman Blumenthal will discuss compassion fatigue, the impact of trauma on developmental stages, acute and prolonged trauma and more. A Q&A session will follow.

LOCATION: Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami

Registration is required to attend

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A Guide to Navigating Conversations with Children about Events in Israel

PJ Library shares stories with families around the globe that celebrate Israel and promote a sense of responsibility to the country and its people. If you are struggling with conversations with your children or grandchildren about events in Israel, PJ Library provides resources which include how to talk to kids about Israel right now and antisemitism, as well as support for parents in the Jewish community.

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