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Join us for the Wizo Annual Gala Dinner on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Community Center honoring Judit Groisman.

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Join us for the third annual Martin Luther King Day Morning Fuel Program on Monday, January 16 at 11am ET. Take action in the name of justice and liberty and fuel our cause for racial justice and equity in our Jewish community and for society.

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Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box Ch 1684, Atlantic Broadband 168, Hotwire Ch 269, DirecTV Ch 388, Blue Stream Ch 110, streamed on Roku under "educational", Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

PROGRAMS

L’Chayim Roundtable: Year In Review 2022

The future of Israeli politics and diaspora support of the Jewish state; the players and factors contributing to rising antisemitism; and the Jewish Person of the Year, are among the topics explored by Eric Yoffie (President Emeritus, URJ), Steven Bayme (Historian and Essayist), Laura E. Adkins (Opinion Editor, Forward), and Dovid Efune (Chairman and Publisher, New York Sun) in this roundtable discussion on key events from the Jewish year. Wednesday - 9:00pm & Midnight Thursday - 2:00pm

Mike Burstyn & Friends: Norman Lear

In the JBS premiere of Mike Burstyn & Friends, a series hosted by actor Mike Burstyn, Mike is joined by iconic television creator Norman Lear, who reminisces about his bar- mitzvah, discusses his own brand of Judaism, his love of Shabbat, his inspiration for All in the Family, and reflects on his 40-year friendship with Mike. Sunday - 7:30pm Monday - 1:00am & 11:30am Tuesday - 2:30am Wednesday - 2:00pm Thursday - 2:00am Saturday - 4:30pm

In the Spotlight: Ben M. Freeman

Abigail Pogrebin is joined by world-renowned educator Ben M. Freeman, who discusses his seminal manifesto of the modern Jewish Pride movement, Reclaiming our Story, which explores the long history of internalized Jew-hate and inspires Jews to move from prejudice to pride. Monday - 8:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am & 11:00am Wednesday - 2:30am Friday - 2:30pm

Comedy for Peace: Honoring Sharaka

Jewish and Muslim stand-up comedians perform side-by-side at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles for a night of humor held in honor of Sharaka, a global interfaith organization that works with the Arab world and Israel to foster peace and promote dialogue Tuesday- 7:30pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 2:30pm Thursday - 2:30am Friday - 10:00pm Saturday - 5:30am

ADL Never Is Now: Anti-Zionism & Antisemitism

Unpack the differences and the overlap between the concepts of anti-Israel, anti-Zionism and antisemitism, and discover tactics to identity these kinds of hate as well as strategies to fight them, with panelists Shaya Lerner (ADL), Matt Berger (Foundation to Combat Antisemitism), Marie Van Der Zyl (Board of Deputies of British Jews), Meredith Weisel (ADL). Tuesday- 8:00pm Wednesday - 2:00am & 11:00am Friday - 5:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 2:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm

In Memoriam 2022

A moment of memory devoted to major Jewish figures who passed away in 2022 including A.B. Yehoshua, Uri Savir, James Caan, Madeleine Albright, Gilbert Gottfried and others. Thursday - 7:30pm Friday - 11:00am Saturday - 5:00am & 4:00pm

In The News: Nissim Black and Shine a Light

Hasidic rapper Nissim Black discusses collaborating with American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic for Chanukah and performing in Times Square for “Shine a Light,” a menorah lighting event intended to shine light on antisemitism, led by Jewish organizations including UJA whose Hindy Poupko comments. Sunday - 5:30pm

*In The News (ITN): Protests in Iran Continue *

Karmel Melamed, renown journalist, speaker and activist, provides an update on the current status of the protests in Iran, the future of a nuclear agreement between Iran and the West, and what lies ahead for the Islamic Republic. With Shahar Azani Monday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 11:30pm

Thinking Out Loud:

JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses "History in the Making: A look at the events (especially the small events) that occurred this year that will probably have a huge impact in the future" Wednesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday - 5:30pm

Top Story with Jonathan Tobin: Thane Rosenbaum

JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin speaks with legal expert and author Thane Rosenbaum about how to defend free speech while also pushing back against antisemitism, and other ideas from Rosenbaum’s book Saving Free Speech…From Itself Thursday - 8:00pm Friday - 2:00am & 10:00am Saturday - 8:30pm

Good Week Israel: Google and Israel’s Reichman University

Aaron Poris takes a look at an incredible new partnership between Google and Israel’s Reichman University, archaeologists making an historic discovery near the dead sea and more. Tuesday - 6:30pm & 11:30pm Wednesday - 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm

Rob Mathes

Grammy Award Winning composer/arranger/conductor/singer Rob Mathes discusses his musical journey, writing Chanukah songs for his annual Holiday Concert at SUNY Purchase, and sings “Light In The Window” and with his daughter Sarah.
Sunday - 12:00 Noon Sunday - 6:00 pm

Gil Hovav

Israeli celebrity chef, culinary journalist, author and TV personality Gil Hovav discusses his Jerusalem family background and his work in Israeli culinary arts and media. Monday - 3:00pm

Rabbi Joe Potasnik

Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, author of Just Give Me A Minute: Insights from the Radio Rabbi, discusses his career as Executive Vice President of the NY Board of Rabbis and Chaplain of the FDNY, including his experience of 9/11 and his interfaith work.
Monday - 9:00pm & Midnight
Tuesday - 3:00pm

Tuvia Tenenbom

Journalist Tuvia Tenenbom discusses his break from his ultra-Orthodox childhood in B'nei B'rak, and the upsetting realities he chronicles in his book "Catch The Jew!” Tuesday - 9:00pm & Midnight Wednesday - 3:00pm

Ken Spiro

Aish HaTorah lecturer and author Ken Spiro (“World Perfect” and “Destiny”) discusses antisemitism as anti-Zionism, American Jewry and today’s Democratic party, and the core values of Jewish idealism.
Thursday - 9:00pm & Midnight Friday - 3:00pm

Peter Yarrow

One of America’s greatest musical figures, Peter Yarrow, recalls participating in the civil rights movement in America, describes how the iconic "Peter, Paul and Mary" trio was created, and sings some of his most famous folk songs. Saturday - 6:00pm

First Relation

What is the first evil of human existence and what is at the heart of being a complete human being? These are questions addressed in the Jewish reading of Genesis Chapter 2 in an ongoing study of Jewish values. Sunday - 10:00am Monday - 5:00am Wednesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Friday - 1:00pm

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Hebrew: Lesson 21

New vowel sounds and rules of the Sh'vah are taught on this lesson Monday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 10:00am & 5:00pm Friday - 4:00am

Talmud Study: Dreams in Judaism

How the Jewish tradition views the importance of "dreams," and whether they are God's way of communicating Sunday - 9:00am Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Wednesday- 7:00pm

On Treating Gentiles

Rabbi Mordechai Becher discusses what the Torah, Talmud, and various rabbinical sources teach about the relationship between Jews and Gentiles, and the Jews' responsibility to other peoples of the world.
Sunday - 9:30am Tuesday - 9:30am & 5:30pm Thursday - 7:00pm

REFORM AND ORTHODOX SHABBAT SERVICES

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

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The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) was established in 1996 and has grown into a core cultural program for South Florida’s vibrant arts landscape. In 2013, with the hiring of new Executive Director Igor Shteyrenberg, Miami Jewish Film Festival entered an era of expansion and commitment to artistic quality, growing into one of the largest festivals of its kind and being named for two consecutive years as one of the 50 best film festivals in the world by MovieMaker Magazine.

Mark your calendars for the 26th Miami Jewish Film Festival taking place January 12-26, 2023!

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SPONSORSHIPS AND TICKETS

Apply now for Federation’s overnight camp financial aid programs — One Happy Camper and Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships — to give your child a Jewish summer experience that’s both unforgettable and more affordable.

Recognizing that Jewish overnight camp is one of the most meaningful experiences a child can have in creating a strong and positive Jewish identity, Federation offers these two options to help offset the cost of attendance for Miami-Dade County residents. Partnering with One Happy Camper, a program of the Foundation for Jewish Camps, and Jewish overnight camps across North America, Federation provides need-blind grants of up to $1,000 to families with first-time campers who attend public school or non-Jewish private school. If you’re interested, apply early as a limited number of grants are available. Federation is also accepting applications for our 2023 Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships for children ages 8-17 who attend public school, private school and Jewish day school or yeshiva and can demonstrate financial need. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Click here to learn more and apply for either opportunity.

This past Tuesday, on the second day of Chanukah, approximately 15 Miami-area mayors and Jewish community leaders condemned antisemitism and hate in all its forms at the Federation-organized Mayors' Press Conference Against Antisemitism.

In addition to speaking out against the rising tide of anti-Jewish hatred, many offered their support of the widely accepted International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, As the American Jewish Committee's (AJC) Brian Siegal noted, "You can't combat what you don't define." Many leaders also committed to highlighting the positive contributions of Jewish people to the US during Jewish American Heritage Month, which occurs in May. Representation from Federation included Chair of the Board Ariel Bentata, Jewish Community Relations Council Chair Moj Khaghan Danial and President and CEO Jacob Solomon. Members of the ADL, AJC and the Consul General of Israel in Miami were also present. The lineup of mayors was headlined by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, the first Jewish woman to lead Miami-Dade County. Click here to view media coverage from the press conference.

Who makes a better LATKE? You be the judge! And the chef! Join us for our weekly Melva Malka Hakhel CommUNITY event, as we have fun making our own latkes from scratch, at multiple frying & baking stations!

Date: Saturday, Dec 24, 7:30pm

Venue: Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Ter, Miami, FL 33180

Cost: No charge

RSVP at 305-770-1919 or ChabadChayil.org

This is a show you don't want to miss!

Please reserve by email or by phone: [email protected] or (305) 770-4540

Happy Chanukah

A Workshop for 11th and 12th Grade Teens and Parents

Embrace who you are.

Educate yourself.

Learn how to support Israel on campus.

Discover the many ways to connect to Jewish life in college and gain tools and resources to support Israel with pride.

The program is open to 11th and 12th graders and their parent(s)/guardian(s).

Separate sessions will be held for teens and adults.

Date: Sunday, February 5, 2023

Time: 3:00-6:30 PM

Place: Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137

Couvert: $18 per family (includes teens and adults)

For more information and to register, contact Bonnie Dawson at [email protected] or 786-866-8498