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Retiree Academy: Daily Jewish Academic Learning
Posted by rabbismith on 11/02/2024 @ 11:36 PM
Classes offered on Zoom | Sunday Through Friday
Stimulate your brain and enjoy our "Older-Adults" Judaic Studies Group. Accepting new applicants. Full Scholarships still available!
Cafe Chai (Nov 7th) - Social Club & Luncheon for Jewish Retirees
Posted by rabbismith on 11/02/2024 @ 11:29 PM
United Jewish Generations is proud to present "Cafe Chai" A Social Club & Luncheon for Jewish Retirees & Seniors
When: 1st Thursday of Each Month
Time: 12:30pm
Where: 17051 NE 19th Ave, North Miami Beach Next door to the Julius Littman Performing Arts Theatre
Reserve by calling (305) 770-4540 or email [email protected]
JBS HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF 11/03 – 11/09
Posted by Vlada Barash on 11/01/2024 @ 05:25 PM
On JBS: Presidential Election; Israeli legacies; Jewish Book Month begins
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! All Times are ET and are Subject to Change
Good for the Jews, Good for America?
Elana Stein Hain, Rosh Beit Midrash and Senior Research Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, discusses the challenges confronting both Israel and American democracy today, and the very real emerging partisanship around Israel in U.S. politics, in a program from the Shalom Hartman Institute on Heading to the Polls: American Jewish Civics in a Post-October 7 World. Sunday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Monday - 10:30am Tuesday - 4:00pm Wednesday - 1:30pm Saturday - 3:30am
In the Spotlight with Abigail Pogrebin: Benjamin Resnick - Next Stop##
Abby Pogrebin is joined by Rabbi and author Benjamin Resnick to discuss "Next Stop", his dystopian novel about a world in turmoil after Israel disappears into a black hole, sparking questions of faith, survival, and conspiracy on a global scale. Monday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 5:00am Thursday - 2:00pm Friday - 4:00pm & 9:30pm Saturday - 7:00pm
A Special Look with Teisha Bader: Matthew Lieberman##
Matthew Lieberman, son of the late Senator Joe Lieberman, joins Teisha Bader to discuss his father’s final book, "Faith's Answers to America's Political Crisis", which presents his father’s vision for overcoming partisan gridlock and incivility in American politics through shared religious values. Monday - 8:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 2:30am, 7:30am, 11:30am & 2:30pm Wednesday - 5:30am & 1:00pm Thursday - 7:30pm Friday - 4:30am
Fighting Antisemitism - The ISGAP Hour: Uzi Rabi - Hamas Indoctrination
Professor Uzi Rabi, Director of the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at Tel Aviv University, presents a lecture titled "Hamas Indoctrination: De-humanizing the Jews". Tuesday - 7:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 10:00am Thursday - 4:00pm Friday - 7:00am
Jewish Insights with Justin Pines: David Rosenn - Jewish Interest-Free Loans
For the majority of Americans, the economy is the number one issue in this election cycle. Justin is joined by Rabbi David Rosenn, President and CEO of the Hebrew Free Loan Society, which creates economic stability and opportunity for lower income New Yorkers within and beyond the Jewish community through interest-free loans, and is one of over 20 Jewish free loan societies across North America. Tuesday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Wednesday - 4:00am, 7:00am & 11:00am Thursday - 5:00am Friday - 9:00am & 8:30pm Saturday - 8:30am & 4:00pm
Thinking Out Loud
Micah analyzes the recent boost in Israel’s global reputation following strategic actions, such as the recent precision strike on Hezbollah leadership, intensified operations against Iran, and the targeted killing of Yahya Sinwar. Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 8:30am & 12:30pm Friday - 5:30am Saturday - 5:30pm
Defending Israel with David Harris: Einat Wilf
David Harris speaks with the compelling former MK and best-selling author Einat Wilf about her perspectives on Israel post-October 7. Wednesday - 7:00pm & 11:00pm Thursday - 4:00am, 7:00am, 11:30am & 5:00pm Friday - 5:00am, 4:30pm & 10:00pm Saturday - 7:30pm
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch: On The Character of Man
Rabbi Ammi Hirsch reflects on humanity’s paradox of high self-image versus our capacity for harm, emphasizing for his congregation in this election moment: “We are not destined for evil; we have the ability to choose.” Wednesday - 7:30pm & 10:00pm Thursday - 1:00am, 4:30am, 7:30am & 2:30pm Friday - 11:00am Saturday - 9:15pm
Jewish Book Month: Authors Discussion - Rabbi Shai Held##
As we begin Jewish Book Month, Rabbi Avraham Bronstein is back with another season of conversations with outstanding Jewish authors. This week, Rabbi Dr. Shai Held visits The Hampton Synagogue to discuss his book "The Meaning of Judaism Is Love". Thursday - 7:00pm & 10:00pm Friday - 4:00am & 8:30am Saturday - 1:30am
Being Jewish with Jonah Platt: Isaac Saul
Jonah is joined by Isaac Saul, a politics reporter and the founder of Tangle, an independent, non-partisan newsletter that summarizes the best arguments from the left and right on the news of the day. Thursday - 8:00pm & 11:00pm Friday - 2:00am, 10:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 5:00am & 10:00pm
NEWS & ANALYSIS
ILTV News and Daily News Updates
ILTV reports from Israel followed by JBS Daily News with Teisha Bader Mondays - Thursdays at 6:00pm, Fridays & Sundays 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
Emanuel Aronson Rund
Filmmaker, journalist and historian Emanuel Aronson Rund shares personal memories of growing up in Israel during the 1948 War of Independence and discusses contemporary issues challenging the Jewish State today.
Monday - 9:00pm
Tuesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Meir Kahane Remembered
In November 1990, Rabbi Meir Kahane was murdered in a Manhattan hotel. The controversial leader of the Jewish Defense League and Kach Party in Israel is remembered in excerpts of "L'Chayim" interviews.
Tuesday - 9:00pm
Wednesday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Rabin Remembered
Hear excerpts of a 1981 L’Chayim radio interview with Yitzhak Rabin on his role as Chief of Staff during the 1967 Six Day War. Tuesday - 9:30pm Wednesday - 12:30am, 3:30am & 3:30pm
Jewish Historians
Three of American Jewry’s leading historians reflect on their chosen field which they write about in Conversations With Colleagues. The book’s editor Jeffrey Gurock (YU), Jonathan Sarna (Brandeis) and Shuly Rubin Schwartz (JTS). Wednesday - 9:00pm Thursday - 12:00am, 3:00am & 3:00pm
Ernie Michel - Kristallnacht
Ernie Michel z"l, who lived through Kristallnacht (The Night of Broken Glass) in Germany (Nov 9-10, 1938) and saw his synagogue burned to the ground, recalls this pogrom and his life during the Holocaust as told in his book, "Promises to Keep".
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##
Majority Rules
Rabbi Mordechai Becher explains how Jewish Law follows the majority opinion. Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00am
Put it To A Vote
The Talmudic concept of "governing" is discussed by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm
Jewish 101
A pluralistic introduction to the teachings, ideas and values of the Jewish Tradition with Rabbi Mark S. Golub z"l##
Hineni
A continuing introduction to the philosophy of Judaism through Moses' encounter at the Burning Bush. Whose voice does Moses hear from the Bush? What does the answer "Hineni" imply? What does Moses ask of God? 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 501c3fulltimetelevision channel Website: jbstv.org
Yom Haplitim (Jewish Refugee Day) Commemoration
Posted by Lauren Gold on 11/01/2024 @ 11:33 AM
Sunday, November 17, 11 AM-12:30 PM
Yom Haplitim (Jewish Refugee Day) marks the expulsion of nearly a million Jews from North Africa, the Middle East and Iran. This multimedia program features survivor testimonials, video presentations, a photo exhibit and Keynote Speaker Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.
For more information, please contact Michael Winograd at [email protected].
Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
Anchors of Hope: The Next Chapter of Am Yisrael With Rabbi Leor Sinai
Posted by Lee Rosenblum on 10/31/2024 @ 04:10 PM
Monday, November 11, 7 PM
Rabbi Leor Sinai will share thoughts on the future of Am Yisrael. Rabbi Sinai is a global speaker, Education Diplomacy Thought-Leader and long-time Zionist educator. He is a Legacy Heritage Foundation Fellow and Doctoral Candidate in the field of Education Leadership. He serves on The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Board of Governors as Chair of the Youth Aliyah & Absorption Committee, is a board member at Kol Israel, the General Zionist faction at the World Zionist Organization, and is on the board of Atchalta, a non-partisan think tank advancing social cohesion and national resilience in Israel. In addition to serving as an educator and global speaker, Rabbi Sinai consultants to agencies advancing 21st-century Israel education, leadership development, and organizational advancement.
Israeli dinner will follow.
Temple Emanu-El, 1701 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
HOME | LAND Art Exhibition
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/31/2024 @ 10:16 AM
November 14, 15 & 17
Showcasing and supporting the work of Israeli artists
This exhibition showcases a curated selections of emerging artists to established masters. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience Israel's landscapes through paintings, photography, sculpture, textile and digital art. Artworks will be for sale at a range of prices to benefit the artists.
In partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tikkun Now.
Eshel South Florida Shabbaton for Orthodox+ and LGBTQIA+
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/30/2024 @ 02:53 PM
Friday, November 15-Saturday, November 16
Celebrate Shabbat and connect with other frum LGBTQ+ Jews and parents of LGBTQ+ people in a Shabbaton bringing together the South Florida community. Enjoy meals together from Shabbat dinner through seudah shlishit, with sessions to get to know each other and explore how you can strengthen the community as LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. All activities will be based out of a synagogue in Hollywood, Florida. The Shabbaton is kosher, shomer shabbos and confidential.
Eshel is a national organization providing support, community, education and advocacy for LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jews and their families.
Conversational Yiddish Course Starting Mon, Nov 18th
Posted by rabbismith on 10/30/2024 @ 02:48 PM
Here is your opportunity to enjoy the nostalgia by speaking the Yiddish of your youth. You will also delight in some of the wonderful idioms of the Yiddish language.
NO TRAVEL NECESSARY, This event is on ZOOM ONLY.
Sign up before November 10th and enjoy the Early Bird Special. Go to: JewishRetiree.com and click on the Conversational Yiddish Course
A project of United Jewish Generations, a Chabad organization for retirees and seniors
MJFF Screening the Holocaust: "June Zero" With Director Jake Paltrow
Posted by Lauren Gold on 10/30/2024 @ 02:12 PM
Monday, November 4, 7:30 PM
Join the Miami Jewish Film Festival for an evening under the stars at its Screening the Holocaust series with an unforgettable presentation of the award-winning film June Zero, with a special in-person appearance by writer/director Jake Paltrow! Paltrow will share his insights and inspirations with moderators Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff, founder of the Holocaust Teacher's Institute, and Dr. Nikki Freeman, Education Director at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, as part of the Memorial's Holocaust Education Week.
Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program
Posted by Nicole Alonso on 10/29/2024 @ 11:57 AM
The Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program is a unique group of volunteers who will be trained in the mitzvah of bikur cholim (visiting the sick) and learn the art of spiritual care. From December to April, participants will engage in an empowering growth opportunity led by rabbis, chaplains, doctors, bereavement specialists and social workers. They will share support techniques from art, music and creative ritual to developing congregational caring communities. Classes are a mix of virtual Tuesday evening and in-person Sunday morning sessions. The program is free of charge. Applications can be accessed here and will be followed by an interview. The deadline is November 22.
Refuat Ha-Nefesh Fellows Spiritual Care Program 2024-25 Application Form: https://jewishmiami.jotform.com/241924863728063