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Bomb threats target South Florida JCCs

Bomb threats targeted Jewish institutions in several states on Jan. 9, including two Jewish community centers in our very own backyard in South Florida. Both the Dave and Mary Alper JCC in Miami and the Galbut Family Miami Beach JCC were evacuated that day after receiving the bomb threats. According...

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  • PJ Library program growing in Palm Beach County

  • Jewish community to commemorate MLK Day

  • Miami Jewish Film Festival features compelling films

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    Talisim purchase comes full circle for Boca man

    In 1983, Jeff Mandel's parents took him from the New York City suburbs to Zion Talis Judaica on Eldridge Street on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to buy a talis (prayer shawl) for his upcoming bar mitzvah. Sounds like a typical Jewish story so far, right? As Mandel was walking out of the store,...

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    'Wiesenthal' play has humorous moments

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    Annual dinner supports IDF soldiers

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    KOLOT luncheon to feature victims of abuse

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    Last surviving Nuremberg prosecutor speaks

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    INTERNATIONAL: Jewish-American pros look to boost baseball in Israel

    Israel has just one baseball-specific field, and most Israelis know little about the game. Yet the country has emerged as a potential spoiler in the upcoming World Baseball Classic thanks to quirky regulations that allow it to pack its squad with American pro players of Jewish descent. Major leaguers...

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    INTERNATIONAL: High court: Israel must explain lack of access to holy site

    Israel's Supreme Court has given the government a month to explain why it prevents women from praying from a Torah scroll at a key Jewish holy site. In the court's ruling Wednesday, it also suggested that an alternative site for women to pray at Jerusalem's Western Wall was insufficient and ordered...

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    INTERNATIONAL: Narendra Modi likely to visit Israel in first half of this year

    With India and Israel marking 25 years of diplomatic relations this month, both countries are hoping to exchange prime ministerial visits before the anniversary year closes in January 2018. The first trip is likely to be that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Jewish state, that has rapidly...

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    Israeli-born mentalist stars in 'Master of the Mind'

    Israeli-born mentalist Guy Bavli, who resides in Davie, stars in "Master of the Mind" from Jan. 13-15 at Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale. The 90-minute show has Bavli performing feats such as reading minds, bending forks and spoons, moving objects without touching them, among other skills that...

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    Rabbi Richter remembered as both a chaplain and counselor

    Rabbi Harold "Chaim" Richter of Hollywood, who died on Dec. 28 at 89 years old, is remembered by his family and friends for his devotion to the thousands of patients he served both as a chaplain and counselor. Richter, who was chaplain of the Jewish Federation of South Broward from 1974-2000 and...

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    Nigerian Jewry to highlight MLK observance

    In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Temple Solel of Hollywood will feature Nigerian Jewish leader Remy Ilona speaking on "The Secret Diaspora: The Story of the Jews of Nigeria" on Jan. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the MLK Shabbat service, followed by a traditional oneg Shabbat. "We chose to have...

  • Broward Jewish News

    Retired law professor stars in 'I'm Not Rappaport'

    Community actor Marc Rohr stars in playwright Herb Gardner's Tony Award winning "I'm Not Rappaport," Jan. 7-15 at Opportunity Theater at Soref Jewish Community Center in Plantation. "I'm Not Rappaport" is a dramatic comedy about two elderly men (one Jewish, one African-American) who meet on a bench...

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    Britto and his art to highlight JAFCO benefit

    The works of artist Romero Britto of Miami Beach, plus opportunities to paint and talk with him, will highlight the Jewish Adoption Foster Care Options (JAFCO) "Open Your Heart to Art" fund raising event taking place Jan. 7 beginning at 7 p.m. at JAFCO Children's Ability Center in Sunrise. "The...

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    Hanukkah Hoedown steps into holiday

    Children and adults alike participated in the Hanukkah Hoedown event that featured a wide variety of dances, from country to line dancing that took place at Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek in Tamarac recently. Although the dancing was the main attraction of the Hanukkah Hoedown, especially with...

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Palm Beach Jewish News  

Synagogue hosts campers with severe disabilities

Forty campers and staff from Camp HASC — a unique summer camp located in New York's Catskills Mountains for Jewish individuals aged 4-64 with severe and profound disabilities — were hosted at the Boca Raton Synagogue, a Modern Orthodox synagogue in west Boca Raton, for a Shabbaton one weekend in...

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  • StandWithUs introduces legal support

  • Nonprofit Jewish cemetery to be built in Lantana

  • Israeli shoe designer making U.S. debut

  • Palm Beach Jewish News

    Synagogue organizing mentoring program for teens

    In 2017, 35 high school students (tenth through twelfth grades) in Palm Beach County will get to experience an incredible mentoring program when they get to participate in the Peres Leadership Program organized by Palm Beach Synagogue. The application period for the program began on Dec. 7 and continues...

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    Torah Academy has plans for new campus

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    Friedman CJE offers Melton Adult Learning classes

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    Neshamah Institute has monthly Mitzvah Projects

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    HFLS helps Jewish families with interest-free loans

Miami-Dade County News

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    Honoring Dr. King's legacy at Shabbat services

    Synagogues across Miami-Dade County are hosting Shabbat services in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 13. Temple Sinai of North Dade, 18801 NE 22nd Ave. in North Miami Beach, hosts its annual MLK interfaith Shabbat starting at 7 p.m. at its Feinbloom Sanctuary with special guest Bishop...

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    Program helps families appreciate nature and culture

    A new program at Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach combines Jewish culture, nature, family, community and holiday celebration. This new family program, "Shalom Family," organizes outdoor events around Jewish holidays in community partnership with PJ Library Miami. The events are free and open to...

  • Miami-Dade Jewish News

    AJC welcomes Latin leaders

    The American Jewish Committee recently welcomed leaders of Latin America Jewish communities to Miami. This occurred when AJC's Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs hosted its annual strategic forum for leaders of the Latin American Jewish communities. During...

  • Miami-Dade Jewish News

    Israel Cancer Research Fund scientist to present discussion

    South Floridians will have the opportunity to learn about pancreatic cancer and how it spreads via nerve invasion during an upcoming buffet brunch fundraiser hosted by the Israel Cancer Research Fund. ICRF-funded scientist Dr. Moran Amit will provide this pancreatic cancer talk during the brunch...

  • Miami-Dade Jewish News

    Cantors representing Argentina and Mexico to present concert

    South Floridians have the opportunity to enjoy a Jewish Latin musical fiesta with Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus' multi-cultural concert, "Malachei Mambo." The concert takes place at 7 p.m. on Jan. 9 at Beth Torah, 20350 NE 26th Ave. in North Miami Beach. Performers are Beth Torah's Argentinean-born...

  • Miami-Dade Jewish News

    Hebrew Academy provides special delivery

    An uplifting moment during Chai Lifeline's annual Hanukkah party allowed seriously ill-children to forget about their hardships, at least briefly, as they received toys from the Hebrew Academy (RASG) students and parents. Last month, the elementary and early childhood programs of the Hebrew Academy...

Nation/World News

  • U.S. forces carry out raid aimed at Islamic State leaders in Syria

    A team of Army Delta Force commandos carried out a raid in Islamic State-held territories of eastern Syria, killing at least two militants with the extremist group, U.S. officials said Monday. The officials, who were not authorized to speak publicly about the classified operation, said a special...

  • Iraqi troops reach Tigris River, but more challenges ahead in battle for Mosul

    Iraqi forces this week reached a bridge over the Tigris River that bisects the city of Mosul, gaining a strategic advantage over Islamic State militants whom commanders described as increasingly desperate. “I saw many ISIL run away,” said Maj. Gen. Najim Jabouri, Iraqi army commander for the Mosul...

  • Death of former Iranian leader Rafsanjani could be blow to moderates

    The death of former Iranian President Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has silenced one of the most powerful  allies of moderates in Tehran and is likely to strengthen the hand of conservatives heading into this year's presidential election. Rafsanjani, who supported social freedoms and outreach to...

  • Netanyahu blames Islamic State inspiration for truck rampage that kills 4 Israeli soldiers

    A Palestinian truck driver plowed into a group of Israeli soldiers at a Jerusalem tourist promenade Sunday afternoon, killing four and injuring 13, in an attack that Israel attributed to the influence of Islamic State. The driver was identified as Fadi Qunbar, 28, a resident of a nearby East Jerusalem...

  • Russia begins to draw down its forces in Syria

    After more than a year of conducting airstrikes that helped prevent a collapse of the Syrian government, Russia has started to reduce its forces there, a senior Russian military commander announced. The drawdown will start with the departure of the Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov and...

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Budget friendly recipes that are easy to prepare

Delight your family with these light and simple dishes that are budget friendly and easy to prepare. Crispy Potatoes with Green Beans poached eggs This dish offers a healthy combination that's good for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Ingredients •1 cup fresh or cooked green beans cut into 1-inch pieces...

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    It's soup: Matzah ball and more

    Soup recipes include chicken, vegetable and of course the proverbial matzah balls. "Old Jerusalem Chicken Soup" 1/2 cup white beans 2 onions 2 zucchini 2 tomatoes 2 carrots 1 chicken, cut into serving pieces 2 potatoes Soak beans 6 to 12 hours. Cut zucchini, carrots, and potatoes into large pieces. Put...

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    Winn-Dixie partners with celebrity chef for Passover

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    Passover menu will enliven your seder, maintains tradition

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    Matzah balls and more

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    Treat yourself this weekend with these great snacks

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Weiss: The role of anger

Why does Yaakov (Jacob) in his blessings to Shimon and Levi say that they will be scattered amongst all of Israel? (Genesis 49:7) Rashi notes that as teachers of Torah, the tribe of Shimon would spread out to teach children. Similarly, the descendants of Levi, in their role as collectors of tithes...

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  • Florida Jewish Journal

    An alternative view of the binding of Isaac

    Years back, a Hebrew Christian approached me, arguing that his belief in Jesus had something to do with the binding of Isaac story. Jesus, he suggested, was able to do what Yitzhak (Isaac) could not. Jesus gave his life for God, while Isaac did not reach that level. An analysis of the akeidah story,...

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    Teshuvah: God's return to us

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    Each of us has a Godly spark

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    Sukkot: The secret to happiness

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    The meaning of teshuvah

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