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We understand the hardships that many families are facing now, and we want to help. We are launching a new program called Family Dinner Drive.

We are offering family dinners for Tuesday nights. We hope this will help lighten your burden at home.

All orders must be submitted by Sunday night in order to be ready for Tuesday of that week. Orders must be picked up from BDHLS, 2600 NE 209th St, Miami, FL, 33180, on Tuesday afternoon between 4:30-5:30PM.

Click here to view the menu and place your order www.bdhls.org/familydinner

If you can help sponsor towards this program, please click here www.bdhls.org/donatefamilydinner. Your contribution will go a long way to help others during these challenging times.

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For Yom HaAtzmaut:

Yom HaAtzmaut: Independence Day

David Ben Gurion reads the entire "Declaration of Independence of the Modern State of Israel," Erev Shabbat, May 14, 1948 (5 Iyar 5708). With English text of the Declaration in captions. Plus videos celebrating Yom HaAtzmaut and the thoughts of Benjamin Anthony and Daniel Gordis. Tuesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Wednesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

L’Chayim: Hadar Goldin’s Mother, Leah Goldin

Leah Goldin, mother of IDF Lt. Hadar Goldin (z”l) who was murdered by Hamas in 2014, describes her more than five years of efforts to move the world community to demand Hamas comply with international norms and return her son’s body. With Mark S. Golub. Monday - 9pm & 2am; Tuesday - 3pm

Yom HaZikaron to Yom HaAtzmaut

Kehilath Jeshurun, Ramaz, Central Synagogue & Park Avenue Synagogue join in marking the transition from Yom HaZikaron (Israel's Memorial Day) to Yom Ha'Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day). With AIPAC, FIDF, Jewish Agency & UJA from Central Synagogue. Tuesday - 7:30pm & 1am; Thursday - 1:30pm

Witness To Statehood: Sabra Rochelle Etingin

For Israel's independence day, fifth generation Sabra Rochelle Etingin recounts her experience as a young girl growing up in Israel during the birth of the Jewish State of Israel. Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm

ILTV for Yom HaAtzmaut

An ILTV special for Yom HaAtzmaut from Israel. Wednesday - 6pm & 11pm; Thursday - 3am, 6am and 12Noon

Yehoram Gaon: Hampton Synagogue

For Yom HaAtzmaut, JBS presents one of Israel’s most beloved personalities, Yehoram Gaon – singer, actor, director, comedian, producer, TV host and public figure – in a performance at the Hampton Synagogue honoring Gloria Kaylie’s 80th birthday. Wednesday - 10pm; Thursday - 4am; Friday - 2pm; Saturday – 7pm

On L’Chayim:

Sunday: 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, his concerns regarding Iran and his critique of the Iran Nuclear Deal. Sunday – Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Wednesday: Abba Eban z"l

For Yom Ha'atzmaut, Abba Eban (1915-2002), best known for his years of service to Israel in the UN, recounts his involvement in the Zionist dream and the dramatic moments leading up to the creation of the modern Jewish State. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

Thursday: Story of Aliyah Bet

World War II vet Murray Greenfield, who as a young man joined the effort to smuggle Survivors through the British Blockade of Palestine, tells his dramatic story and how he endured Cyprus to build a life and Gefen Publishing.
Thursday - 9pm & 12:30am; Friday - 3pm

Saturday: David Broza

David Broza, one of Israel's greatest musical stars, talks about Israel today and his hopes for the future, and performs. Saturday - 6pm

A Touch Away: Ep 1

A story of forbidden love and secrets when a secular Jewish family from Russia moves in next to a Haredi family - and their daughter, about to be part of an arranged marriage, falls in love with the charismatic son. In Hebrew with English Subtitles. Sunday – 7pm; Thursday – 10pm; Saturday 10:30am

92nd Street Y: David Grossman

Israeli author David Grossman discusses his novel A Horse Walks into a Bar and parts of the book are read aloud and performed. From the 92nd Street Y in New York with fellow author Nicole Krauss. Tonight (Sunday) - 8pm & 2am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm

Together In Covid: Maskmaker, Maskmaker

Abby Goldfarb, who was in the cast of the Yiddish production of “Fiddler On The Roof,” explains how she came to post her parody “Maskmaker, Maskmaker.” With Mark S. Golub Sunday (Today) 4:30pm

Together In Covid: Dr. Howard Werman

Dr. Howard Werman, Prof. of Clinical Emergency Medicine at the College of Medicine at Ohio State University who treats patients daily at Ohio State Hospital, discusses aspects of the pandemic which he personally contracted in March. With Mark S. Golub. Sunday (Today) 11:30pm; Monday 3:30am, 8:30am &12:30pm

From the Aleph-Bet: Lesson 25

Reading and understanding two new Hebrew words that are found in many Jewish blessings. Monday - 9am & 4:30; Wednesday 7pm Saturday – 12:30pm

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Together During Covid: Weiser

Sydney Weiser, a Musical Theater Major and Directing Major at Marymount Manhattan College talks about how her generation is experiencing quarantine and explains why she created her video parody, "Princess Fiona in the time of Corona." Monday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Tuesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

Revelation & Authority: Sommer

Law Prof. Joseph Weiler (NYU) critiques a book on Jewish Law by Biblical scholar Benjamin Sommer (JTS), Revelation & Authority, after which Prof. Sommer responds. By Jewish Review of Books, NYU Law School and Jewish Law Association at NYU, NYC. Monday - 7:30pm & 2am; Wednesday 1:30pm

AIPAC 2020: Pro-Israel Movement

The way in which diverse sectors of the American community are working to insure strong bipartisan support for Israel is discussed by Kimrey Rhinehardt, Brian Colón, Sherriff Steven Tompkins and the Rev. Matt Shamblin. With Santiago Lucero at AIPAC 2020. Monday - 8pm & 5am; Wednesday - 2pm; Saturday - 8pm & 1:30am

Moscow Rabbi: P. Goldschmidt

Pinchas Goldschmidt, Chief Rabbi of Moscow, founder of the Moscow Rabbinical court & Pres. of the Conf. of European Rabbis -- analyzes European anti-Semitism and the lessons it can teach American Jews. From Congregation Agudath Sholom, Stamford, CT. Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Thursday - 2pm; Saturday - 7pm & 4am

L'Chayim: Israel-IS

Founder and CEO of "Israel-IS" Eyal Biram, and Israel-IS Field Ambassador & IDF Active Reserve Forces Captain Omer Kalo, discuss how their organization seeks to improve the international perceptions of Israel among young people. With Mark S. Golub Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

Sunday: Midrash (B Visotzky)

Burt Visotzky, Professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in NYC, discusses the importance of rabbinic commentary to the Torah which reflects the world view of the Jewish tradition Sunday - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Monday: Abigail Pogrebin

Abigail Pogrebin, former producer for "60 Minutes" and author of "Stars of David" & "One and the Same: My Life as an Identical Twin," talks with Mark S. Golub about growing up with a famous mother (feminist Letty Pogrebin) and her own Jewish journey. Monday - 9pm & 2am; Tuesday - 3pm

Tuesday: Rachel Robinson

On the anniversary of Jackie Robinson's breaking the baseball color barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers (April 15, 1947), Jack's widow Rachel recalls the challenges they had to confront - and the Jews who helped them.
Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm

Thursday: Rabbi Joe Potasnik

Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, author of "Just Give Me A Minute: Insights from the Radio Rabbi," discusses his career as EVP of the NY Board of Rabbis and Chaplain of the FDNY, including his experience of 9/11 and his interfaith work. Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Saturday: Stars of "Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"

Conversations with cast members from Amy Sherman-Palladino's hit Amazon series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," including Rachel Brosnaham (Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Alex Borstein (Susie), Michael Zegen (Joel) and Marin Hinkle (Rose).
Saturday - 6pm

The Passion: The Truth about Jews & Jesus is the topic of an animated discussed between, Newsweek Editor Jon Meacham and Catholic Theological Union Professor John Pawlikowski before a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y. Tonight (Sunday) - 8pm & 2am; Monday - 10pm & 4:30am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am

Film: Hate Spaces

Michael Grynszpan's documentary "Hate Spaces - The Politics Of Intolerance On Campus" depicts the bigoted, hate-filled students and faculty who make up the BDS Movement on college campuses. Produced by Produced by Avi Goldwasser and Charles Jacobs. Tonight (Sunday) - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 9pm; Saturday - 4am

From the Aleph-Bet: Lesson 23

Breaking simple and complicated Hebrew words into syllables Monday - 9am & 4:30pm; Saturday - 8:30pm

Passover Yizkor: Central Synagogue

On the Seventh Day of Passover, Central Synagogue conducts a Passover Yizkor Service where all can say Kaddish for loved ones who are no longer with us. Wednesday - 9:30am

Passover Yizkor: Hampton Synagogue

On the Eighth Day of Passover, the Hampton Synagogue conducts a Passover Yizkor Service where all can say Kaddish for loved ones who are no longer with us. Thursday - 9am & 4:30pm

North Miami Beach, Florida – Scheck Hillel Community School and Kesher shared Apple iPads with Regents Park Nursing Home, so their senior residents may connect with loved ones during this time of social distancing. This technology will also allow students of the two schools to conduct Facetime chats, send pre-recorded messages and virtually perform music via the schools’ band and orchestra for the nursing home’s residents. The students visit the nursing home regularly throughout the school year and hope to maintain the bonds through technology.

Vanessa Donaher, Head of Scheck Hillel Community School, and Dr. Ezra Levy, Scheck Hillel’s Rabbinic Head and Kesher’s Head of School, personally delivered the iPads. “We want to help our community in every way we can. We understand that this time of isolation can be very hard on the elderly, especially when they can’t be with their loved ones. Hopefully this can help as many of the residents and students know each other from the weekly visits we make throughout the year,” Donaher said.

Dr. Levy reflected: “This moment of crisis and uncertainty reinforces the need to incorporate the core values we teach our students into our daily life. Today is an example. It is our hope that this technology will bring joy and comfort to our neighbors.”

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].

Israeli News and Current Events Update with Tamar Kolumbus, Community Shlicha at the GMJF

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Telecall: Monday Night Class with Steve Eisenberg Monday, April 6th, 2020 Weekly Torah Portion- MONDAYS 8PM- (USA- EST TIME) TOPIC: "Leaving Behind the Personal Egypt's in our Lives"

DIAL INFO Phone: (1) 605-475-5950 Access Code: 768774

About Steve Eisenberg: A risk arbitrage specialist who previously served as a Vice President at Bear Stearns and a Managing Director at the investment firm Ehrenkrantz King Nussbaum, Inc., Steve juggles a demanding Wall Street career with a passionate commitment to Jewish outreach programming. In addition to delivering JICNY’s flagship weekly Torah class on Monday evenings he also manages JICNY’s Job Assistance website and coordinates the organization’s networking events. A gifted speaker and a celebrated educator, Steve is frequently invited to speak at events around the world and develops programs for outreach organizations across the United States.

For more info visit: www.jicny.com

ONE OF NATION’S LARGEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOLS SWIFTLY TRANSFORMS TO VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION

North Miami Beach, Florida – Within 48 hours, Scheck Hillel Community School transformed its entire academic program for more than 1,100 students into a virtual school as an effort to keep the campus and community healthy and to uphold its commitment to continued academic excellence. With this nearly overnight transition, students and teachers are continuing to maximize learning while not physically on campus. On March 12, Scheck Hillel was the first independent school in South Florida to announce its move to virtual instruction.

“I want to thank our faculty and staff for working tirelessly to create a most meaningful educational experience, our parents for their partnership, and our students for their technological savvy, resilience and smiles,” said Vanessa Donaher, Head of Scheck Hillel Community School. “Our students are our responsibility: thus this proactive action to lead and help ensure their well-being and that of our faculty, staff, families and the greater community. As a Jewish day school, we have an ethical and moral responsibility to do our part in helping to stop the spread of this virus. Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone affected by COVID-19.”

In an effort to keep screen time to a minimum, every grade level has an age-appropriate mix of independent work assignments as well as live instruction and recorded content, which can be accessed via desktop/laptop computers, mobile phones, tablets and web-browsing smart TVs. In addition, live classes are scheduled at different times to allow time for siblings to share access to family devices.

“Students have been absolute rock stars! They have adapted so well to this new environment,” said Katie Geiman, a Kindergarten teacher at Scheck Hillel. “Their whole world just kind of flipped upside down, but they have been absolutely wonderful.”

Enrichment is also extending into virtual instruction. Every week, students receive physical education videos with fitness and nutrition tips that kids can apply at home, music challenges, and art assignments. Maintaining the school’s focus on social-emotional development, all teachers and counselors have daily office hours and personally reach out to students weekly. In older grade levels, students have weekly meetings with the grade’s guidance counselor, and the school’s counselors, from Early Childhood through High School, are at the ready to provide support for students and families through live virtual sessions, mindfulness tools and demos, all conducted via Scheck Hillel’s instructional platform.

“We want to show our utmost appreciation,” said Annie and Jimmy Benarroch, Scheck Hillel parents. “We are in complete admiration of how quickly the school transformed to an online system and how, within a few hours all of our children were back into their routines.”

“Teachers have built out extensive class pages with resources for each course including video links, online labs, online assessments, daily calendars to find learning activities, and extra practice for learning. Virtual office hours are offered and teachers connect through email with students throughout each day to help with specific questions. Additionally, supplemental learning opportunities are offered as a way to increase learning beyond the classroom and build even stronger relationships,” said Nikki Gutierrez, a Scheck Hillel Middle School Science teacher. “Just today I hosted a discussion on the plants and animals of Florida where we learned about nature around us. Not only was it educational, but it was an opportunity to meet each other's pets and engage in a way that helps us get to know one another.”

Reflecting the school’s mission, Scheck Hillel’s Middle School Chessed (Kindness) Coordinator, Talia Eisenberger, continues to work with students to share kindness to the community. Throughout the year, students regularly visit nursing homes and the school intends to maintain these connections and lessons in caring for others through technology, lending Apple iPads and reaching out to residences north of South Florida. Now students can virtually visit nursing home residents conducting FaceTime chats, sending pre-recorded messages and virtually performing music via the schools’ band and orchestra.

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].

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Together During COVID-19 (Introduction)

An introduction to the new JBS series that focuses on the shared experiences of the Jewish community during the Coronavirus pandemic. Hosted by JBS President Rabbi Mark S. Golub.
Today Sunday - 8:30am & 11:30am

Together During COVID-19 (Israeli Politics)

JBS' Mark S. Golub speaks with former Media Consul of the Israeli Consulate in New York, Shahar Azani, describes how Israel is coping with the Covid-19 pandemic; and provides an update on the political chaos still plaguing Israel. Today Sunday - 5:30pm, 11:30pm & 3:30am Monday - 8:30am & 12:30pm

Together During COVID-19 (Dr. Allon Moses)

The Director of Infectious Diseases for Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem Dr. Allon Moss explains how physical separation is the most important means of protection against contracting the virus, and distinguishes between the threat it poses to individuals and the horrific effects the virus can have on the world's population. With Mark S. Golub. Monday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm; Tuesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

CCNY 1950 Victory & Scandal

The story of the CCNY Jewish-Black basketball team that won both the NCAA and NIT Tournaments (1950) destroyed by a point shaving scandal. Moderated by journalist and CCNY alum Clyde Haberman with author Matthew Goodman (The City Game: Triumph, Scandal, and a Legendary Basketball Team), CCNY player Ron Nadel and CCNY sportswriter during the scandal Mort Scheinman From the Center for Jewish History in NYC. Monday - 7:30pm & 12:30am; Wednesday - 1:30pm; Saturday - 7:30pm & 1:30am

AIPAC: Jews & Intersectionality

A discussion of how to respond to intersectional attacks against Zionism and the State of Israel by progressive groups. With Amanda Berman (Zioness), Chloe Valdary (Theory of Enchantment) and Tyler Gregory (Wider Bridge). Moderated by AIPAC's Arielle Schwartz, a JBS television exclusive from the 2020 AIPAC National Policy Conference in Washington, DC. Tuesday - 8pm & 1am; Thursday - 2pm

L'Chayim: Midrash (Burt Visotzky)

Burt Visotzky, Professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in NYC, discusses the importance of rabbinic commentary to the Torah which reflects the world view of the Jewish tradition. Wednesday - 9pm & Midnight; Thursday - 3pm

Sunday: Mormon Convert

Comedian & writer H. Alan Scott discusses his personal journey that led him from his Mormon upbringing to a gay Jewish convert; and explains why he always felt he was "Jewish." Sunday - Noon & 6pm; Monday - 3pm

Monday: Jack Laub - NBA, WWII

Jack Laub, a World War II Veteran who also has the distinction of being a college basketball star and player in the NBA, discusses his personal journey and his Jewish identity.
Monday - 9pm & 2am; Tuesday - 3pm

Tuesday: Former IDF Soldiers

Israeli reserve soldiers currently on a StandWithUs college tour as featured speakers, Lital and Elad sit to discuss their experience in the IDF and their perspectives on the conflict. With Mark S. Golub on L'Chayim Tuesday - 9pm & Midnight; Wednesday - 3pm

Thursday: Russell Robinson, JNF

JNF CEO Russell Robinson became Jewish National Fund's Chief Executive Officer in September 1997, the youngest CEO in its then almost 100-year history. Thursday - 9pm & Midnight; Friday - 3pm

Saturday: Mathew Lazar - Zamir

Matthew 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 teen HaZamir Chorale. Saturday - 6pm

92nd Street Y: Jonathan Sacks-Extremism

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, former Chief Rabbi of the UK and author of "Not In God's Name," discusses "altruistic evil" and the need to confront religious violence and intolerance in our times. From the 92Y in NYC (November 2015). Tonight (Sunday) - 8pm & 2am; Monday - 10pm & 4:30am; Wednesday - 10:30am; Friday - 8pm & 1am; Saturday - 3pm

Film: Beyond Eyruv

An 18-year old boy decides to leave his ultra-Orthodox community to try to build a life for himself in the secular world while carrying the burden of a deep and disturbing secret. An award-winning documentary from director John Mounier. Tonight (Sunday) - 9pm & Midnight; Friday Night - 9pm;Saturday - 4am

Orthodox "Prayers for Sabbath Morning" From Hampton Synagogue In these troubling Coronavirus times, JBS presents an historic first in partnership with Hampton Synagogue, Westhampton Beach, NY - a pre-recorded Orthodox "Prayers for Sabbath Morning" with Rabbis Marc Schneier & Avraham Bronstein & Cantor Netanel Hershtik.

Kabbalat & Friday Evening Shabbat Services

Orthodox: Hampton Synagogue - Kabbalat Shabbat - 5:20pm & 10:20pm

Reform: Central Synagogue - Erev Shabbat Services - 6pm, 11pm & 2am

"Prayers For Sabbath Morning"

Reform: Saturday Morning (Central Synagogue) - 9:30am Orthodox: Saturday Morning (Hampton Synagogue) - 11am

North Miami Beach, Florida – Nearly 300 people virtually joined Scheck Hillel Community School student Benjamin Winterman ‘25 in celebration of his Bar-Mitzvah on March 19. The ceremony was transmitted live through his school’s Zoom account, as well as Instagram and Facebook, so people all over the world could watch and congratulate him on this important day.

Scheck Hillel is Benjamin's second home, as it is his mom’s alma mater and his sisters are students there along with him. When the Coronavirus outbreak closed campus, the Winterman family decided to host Benjamin's Bar Mitzvah virtually, using the school's technology platform so their loved ones and Benjamin’s friends could be part of this important family milestone.

"Scheck Hillel is so much more than an academic institution. We are a community. And we enjoy and value our relationships," said Josh Meisels, Director of Scheck Hillel's Middle School. “We were all very excited to be able to be with him for this important celebration.”

Daniel Winterman, Benjamin’s father, thanked everyone for being there - virtually - by their side.. He congratulated his son and thanked his wife: “the example of how the strongest and purest force is always love.”

“The Torah always brought us - the Jewish People - together as the pillar of our faith and the binding law of our identity and community,” Cindy Winterman, Benjamin’s mother said. She also described the morning as a time when her son could be an example and light for all the community.

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].

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