It's Happening In Miami

Ahavat Olam, a synagogue in Kendall that embraces all Jews and Interfaith families, will host its 14th annual 2nd night Passover Seder. Led by Rabbi and Cantor Danny Marmorstein, there is sure to be lots of good music, including that #1 hit "Dayenu"!

The Seder will include a choice of chicken, brisket, or salmon, delicious vegetables, and fine aged wine: Manischewitz 5779 ... kidding! Other wines will also be served. The meal includes Roasters ‘N Toasters specially baked yummy desserts, and vegetarian dinners are available upon request.

The cost is $50.00 per adult and $25.00 for children 10 and under. The Seder is open to the public, but reservations are required. This event is usually a SELLOUT, so reserve your seats EARLY! Reservations close on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

WHERE: (THE NEW) Roasters ‘N Toasters, 12729 S. Dixie Highway, in Pinecrest.

WHEN: Saturday, April 20, 2019, at 6:45 PM.

For reservations email: [email protected],
or call Kim (305) 412-4240 (ofc) or (305) 588-7662 (cell)

A Zissen Pesach/A Sweet Passover Chag Pesach Sameach/A Joyous Passover !!!

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American Israel Pubic Affairs Committee Policy Conference 2019

AIPAC 2019: Kohr & Foreign Heads

AIPAC CEO Howard Kohr opens the 2019 AIPAC Plenary Conference to be followed by José Ulisses Correia e Silva (PM of Cabo Verde), Viorica Dǎncilǎ (PM of Romania), Juan Orlando Hernandez (Pres of Honduras) and Muriel Bowser (Mayor of Washington, DC). Tuesday - 7pm & 1am

AIPAC 2019: Dermer, Lieberman

Dr. Mort Fridman (AIPAC Pres.), Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD and House Majority Leader), Amb. Ron Dermer (Israel's Amb. to U.S.), former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Right Honourable Joan Ryan (U.K. Parliament Member) address the 2019 AIPAC National Policy Conference. Wednesday - 1pm; Saturday - 4am

AIPAC 2019: Pence, Haley, Gantz

Vice-President Mike Pence, Lt. Gen (Res.) Benny Gantz (Chair, Israel's Blue & White Party), former U.S. U.N. Amb. Nikki Haley and NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio address the 2019 AIPAC National Policy in Washington DC. Wednesday - 7pm & 1am; Friday - 1pm; Saturday - 1pm

AIPAC 2019: Pompeo, Schumer

Sec. of State Mike Pompeo and Congressional leaders including Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Sen. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY), Rep. Nita Lowey (D-NY), Rep. Jim Risch (R-UD) address the 2019 AIPAC National Policy in Washington DC. Thursday - 1pm

AIPAC 2019: Netanyahu, Friedman

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman headline the closing plenary of the 2019 AIPAC National Policy Conference, with Congressional leaders Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Sen. Mitch McConnell and Sen. Robert Menendez. Thursday - 7pm & 1am; Saturday - 7pm; Next Sunday 3 pm

Plus:

L'Chayim: Shin Bet Head Yaakov Peri

Yaakov Peri, who served as the Director of Israeli intelligence (Shin Bet) during the first Intifada (featured in the 2012 documentary film "Gatekeepers"), discusses the moral complexities involved with the IDF's protecting Israel and explains why he supports the New State Solution. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm; Next Sunday - Noon & 6pm

Ken Pollack: The Arab Threat

Former CIA analyst, Kenneth Pollack, presents an historical account of the Middle East conflict and describes the changing nature of the Arab military threat to Israel which he discusses in his book "Armies Of Sand." At The Algemeiner Editor's Club with Algemeiner Editor-in-Chief Dovid Efune. Monday - 8pm & 1am; Tuesday - 2pm

Matthew "Mati" Lazar: Zamir Choral Foundation Today - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Yahya Mahmid: An Arab Israeli Perspective Monday - 9pm & Midnight;Tuesday - 3pm

Yossi Klein Halevi: "Letters To My Palestinian Neighbor" Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Larry Ruttman: Jews & Baseball (For the start of the 2019 Baseball Season) Saturday - 6pm
‘ A Touch Away" An Israeli television eight-episode mini-series set in Bnei Brak, a city to the east of Tel Aviv

"A Touch Away" Ep-7 Thursday - 10pm & 4am; Saturday - 10:30pm & 1am; Next Sunday - 2pm & 4am; Next Tuesday - 7pm & 2am

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel

JCS and GMJF are joining together to fight food insufficiency in Miami.

Two Great Locations. One Amazing Mission.

North Location: Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center | 20400 NE 30th Ave Aventura, FL 33180

South Location: Beth David Congregation | 2625 SW 3rd Ave Miami, FL 33129

Volunteer to deliver Passover food baskets to homebound seniors during JCS’ annual food distribution event.

Basket packing starts at 9:00 AM

Deliver from 10 – 11:15 AM

For questions, contact Marian Mendelsohn at 305.403.6539 or [email protected].

Please join the women of North Dade for this exciting event about how to navigate peer pressure, self esteem and staying above social influence/ pressures. Embrace the joy of missing out, and get rid of the fear of missing out.

For more information and to RSVP contact [email protected] or 786.866.8441.

Join Temple Sinai of North Dade for our Annual Cantor Shulkes Spring Music Fest featuring Jewish bluegrass sensation Nefesh Mountain! Saturday, April 6th!

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The FIDF Young Leadership are turning it up for Miami's Music Week and celebrating Purim with the HOTTEST party in South Florida at the 2019 White Party "Masquerade"!

Join young professionals from all across South Florida as we celebrate in style at our NEW location the legendary "Moore Building" located in stylish Miami Design District. The evening will be filled with:

-Dancing -Music -Gourmet food -Premium Open Bar -And much much more!

Come eat, drink, celebrate, donate and participate!

Event Co-Chairs: Zoe Robins Hinda Adler Andor Tobelem

Tickets: Regular $105 (till 3/21) Door $125

To purchase tickets: FIDF.org/WhiteParty2019

The FIDF YL Miami White Party is 21 and over. All attendees must present a valid photo ID. No refunds.

For more information about the 17th Annual FIDF YL White Party, please contact Elana Kashti, Development Associate, at [email protected] or 305-354-8233

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Wisdom of Maimonides: Jeff Katz

New York Attorney Jeffrey Katz, author of The Secret Life: A Book of Wisdom from the Great Teacher, discusses Jewish values through the lens of the great Jewish philosopher Maimonides. A program of ISGAP from the ISGAP Center in NYC. Monday - 7:30pm & 2am; Wednesday - 1:30pm

Stories & Songs of Elie Wiesel

Cantor Deborah Katchko-Gray describes the influence studying with Elie Wiesel had on her and plays some of the songs she sang with him. For Holocaust Remembrance Day, a program by The Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County, at JCC of Stamford, Ct. Monday - 8pm & 1am; Tuesday - 2pm; Saturday - 8pm & 2am

Ken Spiro: 7 Jewish Wonders

Rabbi Ken Spiro (Senior Lecturer for AISH HaTorah & Jerusalem U, and author of World Perfect: The Jewish Impact on Civilization) discusses 7 characteristics of Jewish history which reflect a profound connection to Biblical prophecy. A program of Dr. Naomi VIlko from Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, NYC. Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Wednesday - 2pm; Saturday - 7pm & 4am

L'Chayim: Matthew Lazar - Zamir

Matthew "Mati" Lazar, founding director of the Zamir Choral Foundation, describes his Jewish background and his love of music; and the Jewish philosophy and joys of Zamir - especially the international teen HaZamir Chorale (performing March 31, 2019 at 4pm at David Geffen Hall). Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm; Next Sunday - Noon & 6pm

Talmud: Purim

Rabbi Mordechai Becher, Senior Lecturer with Gateways and author of Gateways to Judaism, shares photos of ancient artifacts, excavations and other images to explore the historical background of the Purim story. On JBS's "Dimensions of the Daf." This Morning (Sunday) - 9am; Tuesday - 9am & 4:30pm; Wednesday - 7pm & 2:30am

92Y: Borsch Belt Comics

The influence of Borscht-Belt comedians on mainstream American humor is outlined in glowing terms by critically acclaimed writer Warren Adler in conversation with Brooklyn-born comic Stewie Stone. From New York's 92nd Street Y .Sunday - 8pm & 1am; Monday - 10pm & 4am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm

Film: Circumcise Me

Through stand-up comedy and personal reflections, Chris Yisroel Campbell tells how he, son of an ex-nun and a Catholic schoolteacher, converted to Judaism (3 times), made Aliyah and struggles with spirituality after friends were murdered in a terrorist bombing. Sunday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 10:30am; Friday - 9pm & 4am

Jewish 101: Purim Peeves

In a special "Jewish 101" Purim edition, Rabbi Mark S. Golub shares five of his pet peeves relating to modern Jewish thought. Wednesday - 10am & 5:30pm; Thursday - 11:30am

92Y: Gene Wilder z"l

The late Jewish comic genius Gene Wilder talks with Wendy Wasserstein about his life and work. From the 92nd Street Y in New York City. Wednesday - 7:30pm & 1am

92Y: The Films of Mel Brooks

The films of Mel Brooks are discussed by Professor Jeremy Dauber, Professor of Yiddish Language, Literature, and Culture at Columbia University. From New York's 92nd Street Y. Wednesday - 8:14pm & 1:44am; Thursday - 2pm

L'Chayim: Jackie Mason

One of American Jewry's iconic comedians, Jackie Mason, reflects upon his choice to give up the Orthodox rabbinate for the world of comedy, discusses his controversial career, and shares some of his observations on Jewish life today. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

The Art of the Kvetch

A discussion of the "kvetch" (complaining) on Jewish humor, and its implications for Jewish secular culture. With Michael Wex (Born to Kvetch), Val Vinokur & Noah Isenberg (The New School) and Jeffrey Israel (Williams College). At The New School in NY. Wednesday - 10pm; Thursday - 1pm

Jewish Comedy of Elon Gold

Jewish standup comedian Elon Gold tells stories about his life, from hosting a Chabad Telethon, to impressions of his own rabbi's ill-fated attempts at standup comedy. From the 2017 AIPAC National Policy Conference. Thursday - 12:30pm

L'Chayim: A Jew Grows in Brooklyn - Jake Ehrenreich

Entertainer, musician and author Jake Ehrenreich (star of The Jake Ehrenreich Show on JBS) shares intimate stories about growing up with survivor parents and his struggles with being different; and discusses his book and one-man show, "A Jew Grows In Brooklyn."
Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Shalom Kids - Mr. Bookstein's Store: For Purim

Celebrate Purim at Mr. Bookstein's Store as Shifra, Darah, and Fella prepare to dress in costumes, hear the Megillah of Esther, and celebrate the joyous holiday. Sunday- 7:30am & 4pm; Monday - 7am; Wednesday - 7:30am & 4pm; Thursday - 7am

The Purim Story

The story of Esther, Mordechai and Haman is read by Jan Weiss. Monday - 7:30am; Tuesday - 7am; Thursday - 7:30am

Purim Puppets

For Purim, ventriloquist Jonathan Geffner and his hilarious puppet partners perform songs and tell stories while visiting Mr. Bookstein's Store to celebrate the Jewish holiday. A special "Megillah Mishigas" presentation for children. Tuesday - 7:30am & 4pm; Wednesday - 7am

Muzika: Idan Raichel

One of Israel's most popular musical artists, award winning singer and song-writer Idan Raichel, is profiled in JBS's weekly music series, "Muzika." Friday - 10:30pm

Deborah Lipstadt on Antisemitism Today - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Janusz Makuch: Polish Jewish Culture Monday - 9pm & Midnight; Tuesday - 3pm

Allen Lewis Rickman: Yiddish Theater Saturday - 6pm

In The News: Eli Lake on Democrats

Bloomberg syndicated columnist Eli Lake analyzes the Democratic leadership's failure to adequately respond to the antisemitic remarks of Ilhan Omar and discusses the implications for the future of the Democratic Party. Sunday - 5:30pm & 11:30pm; Monday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

“A Touch Away" An Israeli television eight-episode mini-series set in Bnei Brak, a city to the east of Tel Aviv – Ep 6

Thursday - 8pm & 2am; Saturday - 10:30pm & 1:30am; Next Sunday - 2pm & 4am; Next Tuesday - 7pm & 2am

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel

Join Co-Chairs Joni Meiselman, Sharlane Packar and Jill Swartz

Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 10:30 a.m.

Temple Israel of Greater Miami will be transformed into the 1893 Chicago World Exposition when Hannah G. Solomon founded the National Council of Jewish Women.

Renowned writer and storyteller Andrea Askowitz will bring "Hannah G" to life to celebrate 125 years since NCJW's beginning, and we will present Fran Levey with the Hannah G. Solomon Award.

Event Committee in formation. To join the committee, Sponsorships, boutique vendors, and for more information, please contact Amy Bloom at [email protected] or (305) 697-9028.

For a complete schedule, go to www.jbstv.org

In Recognition of Women’s History Month:

Israeli Feminist Icon: Alice Shalvi

Holocaust survivor, founder of the Israel Women's Network and Israel Prize laureate Alice Shalvi (90+ years), reflects on her life's journey which she describes in her memoir"Never a Native." With Kathleen Peratis a program of the Marlene Meyerson JCC of Manhattan, Lilith magazine and New Israel Fund at B'nai Jeshurun Congregation in NYC. Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Thursday - 2pm; Saturday - 7pm & 2:30am

L'Chayim: American Feminist Icon Letty Pogrebin

Letty Cottin Pogrebin, one of America's pioneering feminists (Ms. Magazine) and author of ten books ("Single Jewish Male Seeking Soul Mate"), describes her personal Jewish journey and shares her view of Jewish life today. Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm

L'Chayim: Deborah Lipstadt

Holocaust historian Deborah Lipstadt (Dorot Professor of Modern Jewish History and Holocaust Studies at Emory University), discusses her celebrated victory over a British Holocaust denier (told in the 2016 movie Denial starring Rachel Weisz) and assesses the dangers of contemporary antisemitism she addresses in her new book, Antisemitism: Here and Now. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm; Next Sunday - Noon & 6pm

L'Chayim: Story of "Ruckie" Freier ("93 Queen")

Filmmaker Paula Eiselt discusses her documentary movie "93 Queen," which follows a group of Orthodox women led by Rachel "Ruchie" Freier as they shake the status quo of their Chasidic community by trying to create a female ambulance service. Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Film: Lea and Darija

The story of 13-year-olds Lea Deutsch and Darija Gasteiger (the Croatian "Shirley Temples") who become stars of 1940's musical theater in Zagreb until the Nazi invasion put their friendship to the test. English subtitles. Sunday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 9pm & 4am

Also:

IPF: Understanding The Political Gap

Michelle Goldberg (NY Times), Dan Shapiro (former US Amb. to Israel), Mona Charen (columnist), Michael Doran (Hudson Institute) and Jonathan Greenblatt (ADL) take part in the Israel Policy Forum's "Across The Divide." A program in association with the ADL & The Streicker Center at Temple Emanu-El, NYC. Monday - 8pm & 1am; Wednesday - 2pm; Saturday - 8pm & 4am

92Y: Simon Schama - Jews Pt 2

Historian and author Simon Schama discusses part two of his BBC/PBS series, "The Story of the Jews," which chronicles Jewish history from the Jews' expulsion from Spain in 1492 through the end of the 19th Century and the birth of early Zionism. Tonight (Sunday) - 8pm & 2am; Monday - 10pm & 4am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm

L'Chayim: Mark Langfan - Map Of The West Bank

Mark Langfan, President of Americans For A Safe Israel and an expert on water on the West Bank, uses a relief map to illustrate the problems that would be created for Israel were the West Bank high ground to come under Palestinian control. Monday - 9pm & Midnight; Tuesday - 3pm

"A Touch Away" Ep-5

Thursday - 8pm & 2am; Saturday - 10:30pm & 1:30am; Next Sunday - 2pm & 4am; Next Tuesday - 7pm & 2am

L'Chayim: Danny Ayalon on Israeli Politics

Former Israeli U.S. Amb. Danny Ayalon discusses issues surrounding the upcoming Israeli elections in April including Prime Minister Netanyahu's possible indictment and his support of a Kahane-like party. Today (Sunday) - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

ITN: Rettig Gur on Netanyahu

Political correspondent and analyst for The Times of Israel, Haviv Rettig Gur, describes the Israeli people's response to Benjamin Netanyahu's probable indictment and discusses the possible ramifications on Israeli elections.
Today (Sunday) - 5:30pm

ITN: Dershowitz on Netanyahu & Yoffie

Alan Dershowitz explains why he is troubled by the impending indictment of Prime Minister Netanyahu as a threat to Israeli democracy, and answers Rabbi Eric Yoffie's criticism of him published in Haaretz.
Tonight (Sunday) - 11:30pm & 3:30am; Monday - 8:30am & 12:30pm

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel

Join Temple Sinai of North Dade for our Annual Cantor Shulkes Spring Music Fest featuring Jewish bluegrass sensation Nefesh Mountain! Saturday, April 6th!

Click Here For Tickets!