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Chani Lipskar is the Rebbetzin and co-founder of The Shul of Bal Harbour, together with her husband Rabbi Sholom D. Lipskar, emissaries of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rebbe M.M. Schneerson OBM.

Mrs. Lipskar also does personal counseling and develops educational and social programs for The Shul, as well as working in Real Estate. Mrs. Lipskar is active in many organizations and directs a class for Brides on how to establish a Jewish home. Rabbi and Mrs. Lipskar have two children, twelve grandchildren and a great-granddaughter.






Sexologist Marilyn Volker offers advice and tips on sexuality and healthy relationships. Dr. Marilyn K. Volker, Sexologist for the past thirty-eight (38) years is a Diplomat of the American Board of Sexology and an Associate Fellow of The American Academy of Clinical Sexologists. She sits on the faculty of four South Florida universities— University of Miami, Florida International University, St. Thomas University, Barry University—as well as is Associate Professor at The Institute For Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, San Francisco, California, where she received her doctorate in 1991.






Diller Teens Come Together

Diller Teens Come Together

Last month, Miami’s Diller Teen Fellows welcomed their Israeli counterparts from our partnership community of Yerucham, Israel, for an unforgettable week of cultural exchange, deep conversations and plenty of Miami vibes known as the Jewish Community Mifgash.

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Victims of Terror Remain a Priority

Victims of Terror Remain a Priority

Established 22 years ago by Federation’s longtime partner The Jewish Agency for Israel to help Israelis suffering rocket attacks and other trauma, FVOT has served as a beacon of resilience and compassion in the aftermath of October 7.

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Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month With BeWell Miami

Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month With BeWell Miami

Federation’s BeWell Miami is bringing attention to special happenings throughout May in observance of Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Donate a Burial Plot

Donate a Burial Plot

Through our Indigent Burial Program, managed by Mishkan Miami, The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support, Federation partners with local cemeteries, funeral homes and monument makers to provide burial plots and Jewish interment for individuals who are unable to afford them.

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