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JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 4 – JANUARY 10
Posted by Vlada Barash on 01/02/2026 @ 11:43 AM
New Year for Chassidim and Spiritual Beginnings; From Hostage Square to Hope; Cindy Crawford; YU Basketball
Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org
Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable.
All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
Torah Parsha: Shemot
Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Shemot recounts the Israelites’ enslavement in Egypt and the birth of Moses during a time of fear and danger, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, courage and the first steps toward redemption can emerge. Monday & Thursday following from Jewish 101 Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm
Sunday January 4
Yud Tet Kislev Farbrengen
A special evening of niggunim and spiritual inspiration with Rav Moshe Weinberger and Rabbi Shlomo Katz marking Yud Tet Kislev, the 19th of Kislev, celebrated as the Rosh Hashanah of Chassidism. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 1:00pm; Wednesday - 1:00pm Saturday - 3:30am & 11:30pm
Monday January 5
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat
Abigail Pogrebin interviews Rabba Dr. Anat Sharbat, a Talmud scholar who founded a weekly prayer group in Tel Aviv's hostage square, turning it from a place of sorrow into one of healing. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am; Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm; Saturday - 7:00pm
Moms Matter: Cathy Heller - Embracing Oneness
Mother, journalist, and publisher of LA Mom Magazine, Shirin Yadegar is joined for soulful inspiration by Cathy Heller, a teacher, podcaster, life coach, and author who draws on Jewish mysticism and ancient wisdom to explore purpose, connection, and a path toward spiritual growth and abundance. Tuesday - 9:30am & 4:30pm Wednesday - 4:00am; Thursday - 5:00pm
Tuesday January 6
Texting IRL: Choosing Israel Again and Again
Elana Stein Hain welcomes Hartman’s Ronit Heyd to read the work of Amos Oz and discuss why relationships between Israelis and within the Jewish people must be committed: loving, honest, and critical. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Wednesday - 1:00am & 5:30am Thursday - 10:00am, 2:30pm & 5:30pm Friday - 7:30am; Saturday - 5:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Raising Thinkers: How to Share Deep Values with the Next Generation (ft. Effy Unterman)
Justin is joined by Hadar’s Rabbi Effy Unterman, a Jewish education pioneer and lead developer of Devash Jr.: Shemot, to explore the Jewish idea that children are active, serious thinkers and how Torah learning invites multiple perspectives, encouraging curiosity and finding one’s own voice. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday January 7
Defending Israel with David Harris
David Harris delves into critical issues facing American Jewry and its relationship with the state of Israel. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thu - 1:00am, 4:00am, 1:00pm & 6:30pm Fri - 5:00am, 7:00am & 8:30am Saturday - 8:00pm
Thursday January 8
The Hampton Synagogue's Author Discussion Series: Mark Gerson
The Hampton Synagogue’s associate Rabbi Sean Jensen moderates an evening with entrepreneur, philanthropist, podcaster, and author Mark Gerson, author of God Was Right, an examination of the Torah's social-science claims in light of modern scientific research. Thursday - 7:00pm Friday - 11:30am; Saturday 5:30pm
Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Suzy Welch - Becoming you
Zibby Owens chats with New York Times bestselling author Suzy Welch about her inspiring and practical guide for discovering your true self and identifying the career that is meant for you. Thursday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Friday -1:00am, 5:30am, 11:00am
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Cindy Crawford
Jonah is joined by iconic American model, actress, entrepreneur, and outspoken ally for the Jewish people, Cindy Crawford. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:30pm
Saturday January 10
Yeshiva University Basketball: Mount St. Mary College at Yeshiva University
The Knights of Mount St. Mary College visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees live from the Max Stern Athletic Center. Saturday - 8:30pm LIVE
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Jerusalem Minute
JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 7:00pm Tue - 4:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Israel’s Allies and Enemies
Micah Halpern examines Israel’s allies and the ways its enemies misunderstand the geopolitical map. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 4:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 12:30pm
ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday - Thursday at 6:00pm & Friday at 5:00pm ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm
On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l
Gary Kenzer
Gary Kenzer, National USA Executive Director of Honest Reporting, discusses ways in which the international media fails to provide accurate and complete information regarding the Israeli - Palestinian conflict. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm
Ellen Hershkin
In a conversation from 2018, then president of Hadassah, Ellen Hershkin talks about her Jewish background, her love of Israel, her regard for Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Susan Tuchman
Susan Tuchman, Director of the ZOA Center for Law and Justice, describes her legal work fighting Jewish injustice of all kinds. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Charles Cohen
Real estate developer and film producer Charles S. Cohen discusses his Jewish involvement and his film, Red Trees, the uplifting story of director Marina Willer’s family’s survival in Nazi-occupied Prague. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Mine! It's All Mine!
The litigation of property claims, based on Talmud tractate Baba Metzia (the "middle gate" of three on financial and business ethics), is explained by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am
Study Party
Rabbi Becher explains the meaning behind “Siyum HaShas,” which celebrates concluding the 7.5-year study cycle of the entire Talmud. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Burning Bush
Learn the meaning of the Burning Bush that Moses encountered in the wilderness, and take a comparative look at the Jewish Tradition's approach to life with major religious philosophies. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am
From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.
Two New Hebrew Words
Reading and understanding two new Hebrew words that are found in many Jewish blessings is part of this final lesson of "From The Aleph-Bet" series 2. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm
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
Vlada Barash Special Projects Manager 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel. Website: jbstv.org
Kick Off Your New Year in Full Color with a Hamsa Painting Party
Posted by Nancy Garcia on 01/01/2026 @ 09:40 PM
Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156
Ready to start the new year with creativity, connection, and a little good luck?
Join us for a Hamsa Paint Party. Local artist Courtney Einhorn will guide us step by step in painting a beautiful Hamsa, making this event perfect for all skill levels—even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before. Along the way, enjoy wine and cheese, great conversation, and the joy of creating something meaningful with friends.
What’s included: • All painting materials • Guided instruction • Wine & cheese • Your finished Hamsa to take home
Cost: $45 per painting
Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon!
We Shall Rise: A Concert by the Cantors Assembly and the American Conference of Cantors
Posted by Nancy Garcia on 01/01/2026 @ 09:10 PM
Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156
Don’t miss one of the most inspiring musical events of the year!
Bet Shira is honored to host an extraordinary afternoon of powerful voices, beautiful melodies, and soulful Jewish music.
This concert is always highly attended, and seating is limited. Tickets are $18 per person, so we encourage you to reserve your seats as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss this unforgettable experience.
Whether you are a longtime lover of Jewish music or attending for the first time, this concert promises to uplift, inspire, and bring our community together through the power of song.
From Pain to Pride: Rebuilding Kfar Azza
Posted by Nancy Garcia on 12/29/2025 @ 12:03 PM
Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Bet Shira Congregation: 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami, FL 33156
Join us for a powerful evening of firsthand testimony and hope, as the Miami Jewish community comes together to support the rebuilding of Kibbutz Kfar Azza following the events of October 7th. Hosted by Bet Shira Congregation, this program will feature deeply moving personal stories that highlight resilience, survival, and the strength of community, while focusing on reviving hope and rebuilding for the future.
This gathering is more than an opportunity to listen—it is a call to action. Your presence and support are crucial in helping transform pain into pride and ensuring a future rooted in dignity, strength, and hope for the people of Kfar Azza.
Let’s come together to bear witness, take action, and help rebuild.
$18 per person
A Sacred Jewish Conversation; Creating Clarity about End of Life Decisions
Posted by Nicole Alonso on 12/29/2025 @ 11:45 AM
A Sacred Jewish Conversation; Creating Clarity about End-of-Life Decisions
We often avoid talking about end-of-life plans. let's start the conversation, Bring your Questions ask the Experts.
Discussion Topics include: Advance Directives Living Will/Health Proxy Pre-planning for burial/Estate Planning/Ethical WIll Passcodes Creating a family tree Picture albums, Legacy items & Life Cycle Events
Bet Shira Congregation 7500 SW 120th Street, Miami FL, 33156 January 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Why LGBTQ+ Inclusion Is a Jewish Value
Posted by Lauren Gold on 12/29/2025 @ 10:43 AM
Monday, January 12 | 7-8 PM
Join Rabbi Loiben in conversation with Tracey Labgodl of Keshet for a panel discussion about LGBTQ+ inclusion, Jewish practice and mental health. In partnership with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.
Temple Beth Sholom, The Chapel, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach
A Sacred Jewish Conversation: Creating Clarity About End-of-Life Decisions
Posted by Lauren Gold on 12/29/2025 @ 10:22 AM
Tuesday, January 20 | 7 PM
Come with your questions about end-of-life planning. Discussion topics include advance directive, living will, health proxy, pre-paid planning for burial, estate planning and more. Hear from Rabbi Jesse Charyn; Danielle Babadzhanov, social worker; Mitchell Horwich, attorney; Kenny Sokolow, family service advisor; Dr. Lori Blum, family therapy; and Dr. David Edelman, physician,
Free of charge
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 28 – JANUARY 3
Posted by Vlada Barash on 12/26/2025 @ 02:59 PM
A Cantorial Concert; Dan Senor at the JFNA; In Memoriam; YU Basketball
Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box 1684, DirecTV 388, Hotwire 269 and streamed on Roku under “educational”, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ZipWaveTV 29, and www.jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org
Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable.
All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
Torah Parsha: Vayechi
Rabbinic luminaries Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l and Rabbi Shlomo Riskin offer timeless wisdom from the Torah portion, guiding life and learning for the week ahead. Parsha Vayechi closes Genesis with Jacob’s final words to his children, inviting reflection on legacy, continuity, and what we carry forward from one generation to the nextat moments of ending and renewal. Tuesday at 9:30am & 4:30pm Friday - 5:30pm & Saturday - 12:30pm
Sunday December 28
Totally Booked with Zibby Owens: Rabbi Buchdahl
Zibby Owens sits with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue and the first Asian American rabbi, whose memoir charts her path from Seoul to Jewish leadership and reflects deeply on belonging, grief, empathy and resilience. Encore Sunday - 4:30pm Thu - 7:30pm; Fri - 5:30am & 1:00pm Saturday - 9:30pm
JFNA General 2025: Closing Plenary
Author and podcaster Dan Senor, Sen. Ted Cruz, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl and JFNA leaders Jeff Schoenfeld and Eric Fingerhut join a closing plenary reflecting on the past year and how shared purpose can guide the Jewish community forward. Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:30pm Mon - 1:00pm; Wed - 1:00pm Saturday - 11:00pm
Monday December 29
In Memoriam 2025
A moment of memory devoted to major Jewish figures who passed away in 2025 including Rob Reiner, Peter Yarrow, Nita Lowey, Frank Gehry, and Gloria Kaylie. Alongside Remembering Mark S. Golub z”l, the beloved founder and host of JBS. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 1:00am, 4:00am & 11:30am Wednesday - 10:00pm Thu - 4:00am, 8:30am, 2:30pm & 7:00pm Friday - 4:30pm; Saturday - 9:00pm
Yeshiva University Basketball: Illinois Wesleyan University at Yeshiva University
Wesleyan University Titans visit the Yeshiva University Maccabees from the Max Stern Athletic Center in New York City. Monday - 8:00pm LIVE
Tuesday December 30
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Yaakov Katz
American-born Israeli journalist, author and the former Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, Yaakov Katz, joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss his latest book While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East. Encore Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am Thursday - 1:00pm
For Heaven’s Sake: Vice President J.D. Vance
Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi unpack Vice President J.D. Vance's troubling statements, the rise of "America First" isolationism, why Israel may need to rethink its dependence on American aid, and what this means for Jews on both sides of the Atlantic. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wed - 4:00am & 11:00am Thu - 10:00am; Fri - 4:30am; Sat - 5:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: Rav Binny Freedman
Justin sits with Rav Binny Freedman, Rosh Yeshiva of Orayta, an IDF Company Commander who survived the S'barro's suicide bombing in Jerusalem, and an educator known for making complex Jewish ideas accessible and relevant. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 7:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday December 31
Hampton Synagogue Cantorial Concert
Cantor Netanel Hershtik is joined by world-renowned Chazzan Nissim Saal, Chaim Stern, Maestro Izchak Haimov and the Hampton Synagogue Choir for the synagogue’s 30th annual cantorial concert. Wednesday - 5:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 1:30pm Friday - 7:00am & 11:00am Saturday - 3:30am & 8:00pm
Defending Israel with David Harris: Melanie Phillips
David Harris is joined by journalist and author Melanie Phillips on Defending Israel for a wide-ranging conversation on global power, moral clarity, and the challenges facing Western democracies -and what this moment means for Israel, Jewish life. Encore Wednesday - 7:00pm Thursday - 4:30am Friday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: On the Election of Zohran Mamdani
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch reflects on his concerns about New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, urging unity and moral clarity in a sermon to the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue congregation. Encore Wednesday - 7:30pm Thursday - 1:00am
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Shai Davidai
Columbia Business School professor and leading voice against campus antisemitism, Shai Davidai, joins ISGAP leaders Dr. Charles Asher Small and David Harris to discuss activism, scholarship and the climate facing Jewish students in North America. Encore Wednesday - 8:00pm Thursday - 2:00am, 11:00am & 5:00pm
Thursday January 1
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Jason Alexander
Jason Alexander who gave us the iconic George Costanza from Seinfeld, joins Jonah to discuss Jewish identity, cultural Judaism vs. religion, his work as a proud Jew and activist supporting Israel, and the impact of October 7th. Encore Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Fri - 2:00am,10:00am, 2:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern: Post-Election Cooperation
Micah Halpern urges NYC Jewish leadership to forget the election rhetoric and work with Zohran Mamdani to get the important service that city hall provides for Jews in New York. Encore Wednesday - 6:30pm
Jerusalem Minute
JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week’s events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on the Jerusalem Minute. Monday - 11:00pm Tuesday - 10:00am & 1:00pm Wednesday - 7:00am
ILTV News and JBS Daily News Updates
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Monday - Wednesday at 6:00pm, Thursday (ILTV News) at 6:00pm & Friday (ILTV News) at 5:00pm; ILTV News Sunday at 5:00pm
Good Week Israel
Positive stories from Israel of heroism, unity and support Mondays at 6:30pm
Insider
ILTV reports and interviews Tuesdays at 6:30pm
On L’Chayim - Classic Conversations with Mark S. Golub z”l
Abigail Pogrebin
Author Abigail Pogrebin (Stars of David) discusses what she learned about Judaism during her year-long journey observing all 18 holidays on the Jewish calendar (My Jewish Year); and reflects on American Jewish life today. Monday - 9:30pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am, 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Abraham Twerski z"l
One of America's leading psychiatrists, Dr. Abraham Twerski z"l of the renowned Chasidic Twerski family, discusses his own journey from the pulpit rabbinate to a medical career that recognizes him as a preeminent expert in the field of substance abuse. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Dudu Fisher
One of Israel's greatest performers, Dudu Fisher describes his father's survival during the Holocaust, his concerns for the State of Israel today and his personal journey from prospective dental student to world renowned cantor and star of Les Misérables. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Cast of Shtisel
Three stars of the hit Israeli series Shtisel, Michael Aloni (Kive), Dov Glickman (Shulem) and Neta Riskin (Giti) , speak about their Jewish backgrounds and how playing Chasidic Jews may have changed their Jewish identities. Thursday - 9:00pm Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf - Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Afterlife In Judaism
The Jewish view of the afterlife is examined on "Where On Earth Is The World To Come?" as Rabbi Mordechai Becher presents another Talmud lesson Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am
Doodles and Margins
Rabbi Becher discusses doodles that appear in the margins of ancient Jewish texts (including Maimonides’) which show how human culture has not changed in thousands of years. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Moses
Moses' early life, his speech impediment and his marriage to Zipporah in Midian, is part of this week's study of the Exodus story which reveals the Jewish Tradition's notion of God and what it means to be a Jew. Monday - 9:00am & 4:00pm Thu - 9:00am & 4:00pm; Sat - 1:00am
From The Aleph-Bet - JBS series for anyone of any age who wishes to learn how to read and understand Hebrew used in the experience of Jewish life.
The Motzee
Learn to read and understand the Hebrew for the most well-known of all Jewish blessings, the Motzee, recited over bread. Tuesday - 9:00am & 4:00pm
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
Vlada Barash Special Projects Manager 201-334-2510 JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel. Website: jbstv.org
Camp Kick Off at Alper JCC Miami
Posted by Stefani Barrow Travieso on 12/24/2025 @ 08:44 AM
Stephen Sondheim: An Evening of Song and Story
Posted by Lauren Gold on 12/22/2025 @ 04:35 PM
Tuesday, January 6 | 7:30 PM
Broadway comes to The Hub with The Golden Ticket Series’ Stephen Sondheim: An Evening of Song and Story. Broadway Legend Jack Viertel delves into the history and songwriting background of acclaimed lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim, while a live orchestra and a quartet of professional singers bring his most popular lyrics and music to life. Sondheim, who died in 2021, had an extraordinary career that includes some of the most iconic works of 20th-century musical theater, including West Side Story, Gypsy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George and Into the Woods, among others.
The Hub Miami, 5950 N. Kendall Drive, Pinecrest
