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 evacuated after receiving the bomb threats. According to local police,...
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,...
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...
When news broke that there had been a deadly shooting at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Aiport hours before the Jewish Sabbath Friday, Rabbi Schneur Kaplan rushed to the airport with an offer for those who observe: a place to pray and a place to stay. “Shabbos is coming but thank God we...
Eric Greitens has been many things in his 42 years, including a Navy SEAL officer, Rhodes scholar, White House fellow, charity founder, best-selling author and inspirational speaker. On Monday, he will begin his new life as a public servant when he is sworn in as Missouri's 56th governor during...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...