A gift from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation made possible by
the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and the Blank Family Foundation
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MAY 2018

WELCOME SUZANNE GINDI!

NEW PJ LIBRARY COMMUNITY CONNECTOR IN AVENTURA

PJ Library Aventura Adventures!

Suzanne grew up in North Woodmere N.Y, Deal, N.J. and now lives in Aventura. She has worked in Early Childhood most of her life, and currently is the Grant Coordinator for the Hebrew Academy in Miami Beach. She has a wonderful four-year-old daughter, who is ecstatic that she will be joining the PJ Library family (She asked if we get more books). Suzanne is very excited to get the P.J. party started with two Aventura events on the calendar, Mommy and me Yoga and Coffee in the Park. Please click here to join the PJ Library Aventura Facebook page to learn more. We would like to hear from YOU…click here to take a quick survey about the needs of our community.

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Upcoming Events in the Miami Community

May 3rd, 10 am
Coffee in the Park
Let's get to know other Aventura Mommies in the neighborhood! Read a PJ Library book and chat! BYOC!! Click here.

May 7th, 1:40, 3:00-6:00pm
Jewish After-School Programs - 3 Locations
@AWK8 @Highland Oaks Elementary @Chabad
Hebrew Reading & Writing, Traditions, Holidays, Art, Ceramics, Drama, Music, PJ Library Story Time, Homework Help & More!
Learn more by clicking here or call (305) 770-1919.

May 10th, 9:15 am
Mommy & Me Yoga at Soulistic
Aventura Mommies!!! Come enjoy a fun yoga class with your baby at Soulistic. You will receive a free book and meet other people from the community. Click here.

May 11th, 7:00pm
Shabbat Family Dinner
The Family Shul, 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180
Delicious dinner especially for PJ members, spiced with stories, song, Torah learning and camaraderie. (Services at 6:00)
For information, click here or (305) 770-1919

May 12th, 10:30am-12:00pm
Shabbat Camp for 3-6 Year Olds
The Family Shul, 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180
Prayers, Games, Parsha, Nosh & a great time with other 3-6 year olds!
For information, click here or (305) 770-1919

May 20th, 10 am – 11 am
“The Art Lesson”
TARGET AGE: 3 up to Age 9.Fun and educational family activity at the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU. Family friendly exhibit tours, story time and art project for Ages 3 to 9. Current exhibitions include rare paintings by Tennessee Williams, oversized sculptures by FIU architecture students and much more. Free Admission. RSVP appreciated.
Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU - Division of Museum Groups - 301 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139. CONTACT INFO: Chaim Lieberperson, Museum Educator - Office: 786-972-3187 - Email: click here.

May 20th, 10:30am
Mega Ice Cream Party
The Family Shul, 2601 NE 211 Terr, Miami, FL 33180
Join us on Shavuot as we hear the 10 commandments read from the Torah Scroll and enjoy a delicious Ice Cream Party with 49+ Topping Combos and a full Kids Program!
Information at (305) 770-1919 or click here.

May 26th, 10:30am-12:00pm
PJ Library Magical Kids Shabbat Party
The Family Shul, 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180
Fun, Nosh, Stories, Games & a great time with other 5-12 year olds!
For details call (305) 770-1919 or click here.

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Why should your kids get to have all the fun? Parents, now it's your turn to choose a book just for you!

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Counting the omer can be a helpful reminder to find the value in each day and to make it count for good.
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Keep up with your local PJ Program. Join the conversation! Read about your favorite PJ Library books. Learn about local events and activities. Communicate with other nearby PJ families.

Hello PJ Library family!

Got questions? New to the community or looking to make connections with other families? Be in touch with me, your program professional!

Joy Dawn Prevor, PJ Library Coordinator
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