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Join PJ Library, the Network and the Jewish Volunteer Center as we model kindness and teach gratitude.

During these difficult times, it is more important than ever to appreciate all our blessings – both large and small. To help, our Jewish tradition teaches us about the concept of hakarat hatov, which translates to “recognizing the good” all around us. Practicing this Jewish value helps children (and us grownups!) remember to be thankful for our lives.

This month, through the “13th Annual Season of Giving: Reimagined”, we invite all families to help others and use these experiences to engage your children in the practice of gratitude.

As PJ Library families, we are grateful for all we have and have made a special commitment to support our Community Toy Drive.

Please join us in making this holiday season special for less-advantaged kids by purchasing toys. Confirm your participation here (https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/network_jvc_toy_drive_w_pj_library_rsvp/) and you’ll receive both a link to our Amazon Wish List and a special “PJ Library Gratitude Fun Guide” which will help you teach your kids about gratitude and instill a lasting practice of hakarat hatov in your home.

Thank you for joining us and helping to make this holiday season special for all!

PJ LIBRARY KIDS: SHINE YOUR LIGHT!

At Chanukah, we celebrate how light – in all its forms – can triumph over any darkness. Creating this light in every moment and every interaction is a choice. Whether it’s a meal for someone hungry, support for a friend in crisis or simply a smile and kind word for someone in need, making light is what it’s about.

On December 13 at 3:00 pm, we will make all kinds of light as we enjoy a Chanukah story time, create our very own Dreidel Suncatchers and build delicious Marshmallow Menorahs!

Experience the beauty of Chanukah, from the comfort of your own home, Join us because together, we shine so bright!!

You’ll need the following supplies: Paper Scissors Contact paper Tissue paper Marshmallows Frosting Sprinkles Gelt (chocolate coins) Pretzel sticks

Conveniently shop for missing supplies here: https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3O2IRTUABUT76?&sort=default

ZOOM link provided with RSVP RSVP here: https://jewishmiami.org/resources/community_directory/events/rsvp/pj_library_chanukah_at_mcm_event_rsvp

Start Up Your Future with Miami's Onward Israel Summer 2021 Internship in Tel Aviv

June 2 – July 27, 2021

Apply now, space is limited!

Miami’s Onward Israel Internship in Tel Aviv offers exciting and immersive resume building opportunities. This highly subsidized eight-week summer internship provides a global, cross-cultural experience in Israel while working with Israeli peers.

Live in Tel Aviv while developing your professional future.

Work in your area of interest according to your skills.

Build your resume through a highly subsidized eight-week internship.

Onward Israel is intended for Jewish undergraduate students between the ages of 19-27.

Miami's Onward Israel summer internship in Tel Aviv is operated through a partnership between the Beacon and Shapira Foundations and other leading philanthropists, The Jewish Agency for Israel, Masa Israel Journey, and the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Trip organizer: Tlalim.

Wednesday, November 18 at 8 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom

BEYOND THE GHETTO GATES: A NOVEL
BY MICHELLE CAMERON

Curl up with a good book and then join us online for a discussion with the author. Even if you don’t have time to read the book first...we want to see you online!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Give Miami Day is almost here! This year, you can begin participating early starting on Monday, November 16 through Give Miami Day on Thursday November, 19.

Donate on givemiamiday.org/jewishmiami

Drop off new and unwrapped toys for children in need ages 0-16.

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to assist people affected by Hurricanes Eta and Iota in Central America. As always, Federation will absorb all administrative costs so that 100 percent of funds collected will be used to provide critically needed aid to people in Central America impacted by the disaster.

Our community has decades of experience with hurricanes. We understand the devastation and suffering that follow a catastrophic storm like Hurricanes Eta and Iota. Even in the midst of our own crisis, let us join together to help people affected — wherever they may live — to rebuild their lives.

Click Here to Donate Now

Sharsheret: The Jewish Breast & Ovarian Cancer Community supports Jewish women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer. All of the organization’s services are available online and over the phone, including peer support, connection to social workers and web-based resources. During a time when immunocompromised women are losing their support networks because of social distancing, these critical resources are incredibly important.

JWorks Miami has moved operations online to continue helping Jewish job-seekers in Miami-Dade County find a job. The program helps residents develop resumes and cover letters, hosts mock interviews (which will be online during the COVID-19 outbreak) and network with potential employers. The program is free to job seekers and employers through a partnership between the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Services of South Florida.

To learn more, CLICK HERE.

In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami is offering an emergency Coronavirus Financial Impact Loan this time. Federation is providing interest-free emergency loans to qualified Jewish borrowers in need in Miami-Dade County. The emergency loans, up to $3,000 can help with expenses related to the pandemic, such as lost wages due to being unable to go to work, childcare costs due to school closures, related medical expenses and more.

Repayment terms: Repayments will begin on the 1st or the 15th of the month, 6 months after the loan is initiated.

Process:

• Loan applications will be reviewed in the order they are received by HFLA.
• A video interview will be scheduled with members of the HFLA loan committee.
• If approved, HFLA staff will send loan documents to the applicant via email.
• Once all loan documents are signed and returned, HFLA will release funds to the borrower.

Call 305.692.7555 or click here for more information and to apply.

Learn more about HFLA at http://www.hebrewloan.org