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Healing Through Crystals: A Journey with Sarit Shaer
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/16/2025 @ 12:04 PM
Thursday, August 21 | 7:30 PM
Join Sarit Shaer — all the way from Israel! — on a journey of healing through crystals. Shaer, a healer and coach, is a teacher and student of crystals and stones.
Cost: $18
For more information, contact Miriam Zirdok at [email protected] or 786.919.4290.
Michael-Ann Russell JCC, 18900 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach
Welcome to the MBJCC Early Childhood Academy!
Posted by Nataly Yusim on 07/15/2025 @ 03:27 PM
Explore the Early Childhood Academy at the Miami Beach JCC!
Our nurturing and stimulating environment fosters exploration, creativity, and growth. With certified teachers, we provide personalized attention to each child's unique needs. Our inclusive community celebrates every child's strengths. We are Now Accepting, VPK, Step Up, School Readiness, City of Miami Beach Pre-K Scholarship for 2025-2026 school year.
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with MJAA Resources
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/14/2025 @ 11:57 AM
July is Disability Pride Month and Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) offers resources to celebrate and support Jewish Miamians living with disabilities. With more than one in four adults – 70+ million people – disabled in the US, Disability Pride Month is a time to affirm that disabilities are a natural and valuable part of human diversity by promoting inclusion throughout the community. CLICK HERE for information on why and how to mark its observance throughout July.
Guac & Give Back: Backpack Packing With Repair the World Miami
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/14/2025 @ 11:32 AM
Tuesday, August 5 | 6:30-8:30 PM
Come hungry to help! Join Repair the World Miami and Miami Jews for a feel-good happy hour as we pack backpacks filled with school supplies for students in Overtown — all while enjoying guac, tacos and great company. Tickets are $18, which includes food and drinks. Proceeds will go toward school supplies.
The event will be in Coral Gables, exact location to be shared upon registration. RSVP required.
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13 – JULY 19
Posted by Vlada Barash on 07/11/2025 @ 12:31 PM
Jewish History with Rabbi Ken Spiro; Simone Rodan-Benzaquen; Dead Language film
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
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All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
Monday July 14
FIDF Briefing
FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined for updates and analysis on the Israel-Hamas war. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:00am & 4:00pm Wednesday - 10:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 1:00pm Friday - 7:00am
Eric Goldman’s Jewish Cinematheque: Dead Language
Israeli directing duo Mihal Brezis and Oded Binnun join Eric Goldman to discuss Dead Language, their feature film about a woman whose chance airport encounter stirs an unspoken longing that upends her ordinary life. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am & 11:30am Wed - 5:30am; Thu - 1:00am & 2:30pm Friday - 11:00am,12:30pm & 10:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm
Tuesday July 15
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: All of Jewish History in 2 Hours with Ken Spiro (Part I: Rise of a Nation)
As we begin the solemn commemoration of the Three Weeks, historian, author, and Israeli tour guide Rabbi Ken Spiro, joins Justin to trace the rise of the Jewish people - from Abraham to the unification under King David to the glory of the First and Second Temples in part 1 of this epic journey through Jewish history. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thu - 5:00am; Fri - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday July 9
Defending Israel with David Harris: Simone Rodan-Benzaquen
David is joined by Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, a leading Paris-based observer of rising threats to Jews in Europe, who has long urged the American Jewish community to heed the warning signs from across the Atlantic. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am, 5:00pm & 10:00pm Friday -1:00am, 5:00am & 4:30pm Saturday - 7:30pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern
Micah Halpern focuses on Iran, sharing his views of their unusual and repressive, anti-intellectual laws. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm
ILTV News and Daily News Updates
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm & Fridays 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
Avi & Miriam Hoffman
Yiddishist and playwright Miriam Hoffman and her director/actor/producer son Avi Hoffman discuss their collaborations with The Joseph Papp Public Theater and the work they are doing to enhance the world of Yiddish. (2016) Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Tal Keinan (Part 1)
Israeli financier and former IDF fighter pilot Tal Keinan, author of God Is In The Crowd, explains why he sees American Jewry on the decline and in danger of "dying in its sleep." (2019) Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Tal Keinan (Part 2)
Part two of a conversation with Tal Keinan, author of God Is In The Crowd. (2019) Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am; 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Elizabeth Bettina
Elizabeth Bettina, author of It Happened In Italy: The Untold Stories of How the People of Italy Defied the Horror of the Holocaust, describes how she learned the small Italian village which was home to her Catholic relatives helped save Italian Jews. (2015)
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf: Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
Saving a life
Rabbi Mordechai Becher explores the agonizing dilemma of choosing one life over another through the lens of Talmudic teachings. Sunday - 9:00am Mon - 4:00am; Tue - 5:00pm
Study Party
Rabbi Becher explores the meaning and significance of study in the Jewish Tradition, focusing on the Siyum HaShas, the celebration marking the completion of the Talmud’s 7.5-year study cycle. Sunday - 9:30am Mon - 4:30am; Tue - 5:30pm
Jewish 101 - Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Introduction
In this introductory lesson, host Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l explains for whom the original series is intended and why it is so difficult to teach Judaism to children. Tuesday - 9:00am Saturday - 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. With Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l.
Introduction
Rabbi Golub z"l introduces the JBS series, meant for anyone of any age who wishes to read and understand Hebrew. Monday - 9:00am Thursday - 9:00am
Lesson 1
Learn your first three Hebrew letters & read the most important word in the practice of Judaism. Monday - 9:30am Thursday - 9:30am
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
Speaker Series: Yaakov Katz on "While Israel Slept"
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/10/2025 @ 10:49 AM
Monday, September 15 | 7 PM
While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East, by Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot tells the gripping inside story of how Hamas succeeded in launching a surprise attack on Israel. Katz, a former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post, will explore the political and military decisions that lead to October 7. A reception and signing will follow the talk.
Free admission
The Hub at Temple Beth Am, 5950 N. Kendall Drive, Pinecrest
MJAA 2025 Listing: Inclusive Summer Camps & Programs
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/08/2025 @ 03:10 PM
For Ages 2-30
The Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA), a program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, provides a listing on its website of summer camps and programs for children and young adults with disabilities. Included are camps at Miami's three JCCs (Michael-Ann Russell, Miami Beach and Alper Miami) as well as at FIU, University of Miami and Miami Children's Museum and much more.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT INCLUSIVE SUMMER CAMPS/PROGRAMS
Israel Cinema Series: "Bliss"
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/08/2025 @ 02:13 PM
Tuesday, August 12 | 7 PM
In Bliss, Israeli screen legend Sasson Gabay stars as Sassi, a man dealing with the challenges of aging and impotence, while his wife Effi (Assi Levy) cherishes their emotional bond despite his struggles. Their relationship is tested by the arrival of their directionless teenage grandson and a young patient from Effi’s past who rekindles new conflicts.
Admission is free. Arrive at 6:30 PM to enjoy kosher wine, popcorn, and warm conversations!
Alan and Diane Lieberman Theatre of the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center, 18900 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 6 – JULY 12
Posted by Vlada Barash on 07/05/2025 @ 05:14 PM
Yossi Klein Halevi; David Suissa; Einat Wilf; Iconic Jewish Women; Cantor Shai Abramson
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
Now with Closed Captioning! Turn on Closed Captioning on your television settings to enable All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
###Sunday July 6
Shai Abramson in Concert
Shai Abramson, Chief Cantor of the IDF, returns to the Hampton Synagogue for a rousing concert alongside Cantor Netanel Hershtik. Sunday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Mon - 7:00am, 10:00am & 5:00pm Tuesday - 5:00am; Wednesday - 2:00pm Friday - 1:00pm; Saturday - 3:30am
Monday July 7
FIDF Briefing: Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh
Politician, journalist and Israeli Druze leader Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh shares her perspectives on FIDF LIve. Monday - 7:00pm Tuesday - 4:30am & 2:00pm Wednesday - 5:00pm & 7:30pm Thursday - 2:00am
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Yossi Klein Halevi
Amid this time of incredible turmoil for Israelis and the entire region, Abby welcomes preeminent American-Israeli author/journalist Yossi Klein Halevi for discussion about the Israeli psyche, this moment in history and what comes next. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am, 11:00am Wed - 5:00am; Thu - 2:00pm & 4:00pm; Fri - 9:30pm; Sat - 7:00pm & 11:00pm
Tuesday July 8
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: David Suissa
ISGAP leaders Dr. Charles Asher Small, Founding Executive Director, and David Harris, Executive Vice Chair, are joined by David Suissa, Publisher, Editor-in-Chief and longtime columnist for Tribe Media/Jewish Journal, to discuss Israel’s role in the new geopolitics of the Middle East and other timely issues. Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 10:00am & 1:00pm Thursday - 4:00pm; Friday - 7:00am; Saturday - 9:00pm
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: The Power of Jewish Women: Aliza Lavie on Prayer, Hidden Heroes & Legacy
Justin sits with author, scholar, and former Knesset member Dr. Aliza Lavie to discuss her book Iconic Jewish Women, her work on tehinot (women’s prayers), and bringing Torah values into the halls of Israeli parliament. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thu - 5:00am; Fri - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Wednesday July 9
Defending Israel with David Harris: Einat Wilf
Former MK and author of The War of Return Einat Wilf returns for a close look at regional developments - from the aftermath of the 12-day war with Iran and the future of Gaza to prospects for expanding the Abraham Accords and the current state of U.S.- Israel ties. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am, 5:00pm & 10:00pm Friday -1:00am, 5:00am, 8:30am Saturday - 8:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern
Micah offers his perspective on Zohran Mamdani’s election as the Democrats’ nominee for New York City mayor. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm
ILTV News and Daily News Updates
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm & Fridays 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
Yahya Mahamid
Yahya Mahamid, an Israeli Arab raised in the city of Umm al-Fahm, describes being taught to hate Jews and Israelis and how he became a "Muslim Zionist" advocating for Israel world-wide as an educator with StandWithUs. Monday - 9:00pm Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Rabba Sara Hurwitz
A conversation with the first woman Orthodox rabbi, Rabba Sara Hurwitz of Hebrew Institute of Riverdale, and Dean of Yeshivat Maharat, who describes her personal journey, her commitment to Jewish Law (Halacha), and issues of concern to Orthodox women. Tuesday - 9:00pm Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Israel Maimon
The President & CEO of Israel Bonds, Israel Maimon, discusses his experiences in the Golani Brigade, his role in the 2007 bombing of the Syrian nuclear reactor and his concerns regarding Iran. Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am; 3:00am & 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm
Kasim Hafeez
Describing how his traditional Muslim education taught him to hate Jews and Israel, Kasim Hafeez shares his personal journey explains why he now identifies as a Muslim Zionist.
Thursday - 9:00pm
Friday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
JEWISH STUDIES
Dimensions of the Daf:Talmud Study with Rabbi Mordechai Becher
As Argument
The essence of the Talmudic process as argument, controversy and clash is explored by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:00am Mon - 4:00am; Tue - 9:00 am & 5:00pm
Intent of Prayer
Explore the Jewish prayer service (Sh'moneh Esrei) with the rabbinic concept of "intent" in prayer, and learn the Soloveitchik approach to the study of Talmud. Sunday - 9:30am Mon - 4:30am; Tue - 9:30 am & 5:30pm
Jewish 101: Jewish Tradition and Midrash with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l
Judaism on Abortion
The unique Jewish approach to abortion, which differs radically from the rationales used by both pro-life and pro-choice communities Monday - 9:00am Thursday - 9:00am Saturday - 1:00am
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
MJFF Screening: "Marathon Mom" at Michael-Ann Russell JCC
Posted by Lauren Gold on 07/01/2025 @ 11:51 AM
Tuesday, July 15 | 7 PM
Miami Jewish Film Festival presents the Israeli film Marathon Mom, the inspiring story of Beatie Deutsch, an ultra-Orthodox Jewish mother of five who, after a pause from athletics to focus on her family, reignites her passion for running. In 2015, driven by a personal promise and the challenges of motherhood, Beatie embarks on a rigorous journey to complete a marathon. As she trains with dreams of becoming an Olympian, her remarkable journey transcends the track, embodying a powerful message of perseverance and empowerment. Through her story, Beatie inspires other women to embrace their dreams and overcome their own challenges.
Free admission
Michael-Ann Russell JCC, 18900 NE 25th Avenue, Miami
