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A firsthand account by heroic reservist and counter terrorism expert Dr. Yair Ansbacher From Israel

On October 7, 2023, Dr. Yair Ansbacher, a special forces reservist, strategist, and IDF researcher, was among the first IDF personnel to arrive at the Gaza border, confronting the very threat he had warned about five years earlier.

During what he describes as the "longest day of his life," he fought Hamas terrorists and took part in the battle to free Kibbutz Nir Yitzchak.

Now, hear his firsthand account as Yair shares the untold miracles of October 7, lessons of survival, and his vision for Israel’s future.

Thursday, October 15, 7:30 PM, at The Palace Coral Gables, 1 Andalusia Ave, Coral Gables.

Tickets: $15 by Tuesday, October 13 | $20 after. No walk-ins.

RSVP: ChabadGables.com/Oct7.

Refreshments will be served.

Tuesday, October 20 | 8-9:30 PM | Live on Zoom

BeWell Miami presents The ADHD Playbook: Executive Function Strategies to Help Your Child Succeed with Nachi Felt, PhD, Professor, Columbia University and Clinical Psychologist and ADHD Specialist.

Use Promo Code GMJF18 for free admission.

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Thursday, November 12-Monday, November 16

HOME | LAND is a large-scale contemporary art exhibition featuring artwork for sale by more than 45 Israeli artists working across painting, sculpture, photography, textile and film. Entry is free.

HOURS: Thursday, November 12: 11AM - 5PM; Friday, November 13: 10AM - 3PM; Saturday, November 14: CLOSED; Sunday, November 15: 10AM - 6PM; Monday, November 16: 10AM - 5PM.

Located in Little River | Location provided upon RSVP

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VISIT THE HOME | LAND WEBSITE

Monday, October 26 | 7:30 PM

The Miami Jewish Film Festival presents Academy Award-winning filmmaker Siân Heder, director of Coda, with the extraordinary true story of Judy Heumann, the Jewish activist who became known as the "Mother of the Disability Rights Movement." With a breakout performance by Ruth Madeley, alongside Dylan O’Brien, this exhilarating true story has captivated audiences on the fall festival circuit and is already generating major awards buzz.

Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Coral Gables

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An Evening with Author & Speaker Ron Schwarz Experience the remarkable true story of one Jewish boy’s journey through the Holocaust — told by his son, Ron Schwarz. Through a powerful multimedia presentation featuring video testimony from his father, rare family photographs, and original historical documents, Ron traces his father’s extraordinary journey: From growing up Jewish in Germany in the 1930s… to 3½ years as a hidden child in France… to a daring escape into Switzerland in 1942… and ultimately, a new life in America. A deeply personal story of courage, survival, faith and resilience — and the importance of preserving these stories for future generations. Ron Schwarz is the author of The Quiet Strength of Resilience, which chronicles his father’s remarkable journey.

Date: Tuesday, March 2, 7:00pm

Venue: Chabad Chayil (Aventura address will be sent before event)

Cost: No charge

RSVP at (305) 770-1919 or at ChabadChayil.org/Events

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The Art of Trusting Hashem - Weekly Class on Shaar HaBitachon Allow your blessings to flow! Join us for a new 40 minute weekly class for men and women and discover practical tools to strengthen our trust in Hashem, find greater peace of mind, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

📅 Tuesday Evenings, Right after Maariv 🕗 30 Minutes after Sundown, this week at 7:45 📍 Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211th Terrace, Miami, FL 33180, Temporarily located in the house right behind the new building. Entrance on 26th Ave. 💙 No charge No need to RSVP: ChabadChayil.org/Events

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Alper JCC Miami Building 3

Thursday, November 5 | 7-11 PM

Join us for an unforgettable night of games, food, and fun — all in support of the Miami Beach JCC.

Test your luck and skill at Poker, Mah Jongg, Backgammon and all your favorite casino games, from Blackjack to Roulette. Enjoy great food and an open bar throughout the night, all while helping raise MEGA funds for the programs and people that make the MBJCC community what it is. Because community is everything! Event Chairs: Michelle & Cyril Matz, Lisa & David Rosenblatt

$75 per person includes Open Bar and Bites

Gaming chips sold separately | Details provided upon registration| Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament requires a separate ticket

$500 Buy-In | $250 Re-Buy and $150 Add-On | MEGA Cash Prizes, based on number of players

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SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH SCHEDULE 5787

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Join us for uplifting services, delicious meals, and joyful Hakafot! Hoshana Rabbah — Thursday Night, Oct 1 Mincha Maariv 7:05pm Chumash Devarim: 10:00pm Tehillim: 1:10am (early Friday morning) Shemini Atzeret Eve — Friday, Oct 2 Morning Services: 9:00am Candle Lighting: 6:48pm Evening Services: 7:05pm Followed by Kiddush & Hakafot RSVP for Dinner Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah Eve — Saturday, Oct 3 Morning Services: 10:00am Yizkor Memorial Service: 11:20am Prayer for Rain: 11:40am Followed by Kiddush Lunch Evening Services: 6:45pm Followed by BBQ Kiddush & Hakafot Candle Lighting: after 7:39pm Grand BBQ Dinner Simchat Torah — Sunday, Oct 4 Morning Services: 10:00am Kiddush & Hakafot: 11:15am Evening Services: 6:55pm Holiday Ends: 7:38pm Chag Sameach! Come celebrate with us!

Venue: Chabad Chayil (temporarily in house right behind new building, entrance on 26 Ave) 2601 NE 211 Terr Miami, FL 33180

Cost: No charge

Yizkor Memorial Service

Description: Yizkor will be on Shemini Atzeret, this Shabbat, Saturday, Oct 3. To have Yizkor said on behalf of anyone who can't make it to Shul or to learn more about Yizkor go to ChabadChayil.org/YizkorForm

Date: Saturday, Oct 3, 11:45am

Venue: Chabad Chayil (temporarily in house right behind new building, entrance on 26 Ave) 2601 NE 211 Terr Miami, FL 33180

Cost: No charge