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27 Av 5786 – August 10, 2026

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Passport to Jewish Culture Comes Alive Through the S’Firot Grant

Orlando — Thanks to the generous support of the S’Firot Grant, the Jewish Pavilion Senior Services continues to enrich the lives of seniors across Central Florida with meaningful cultural programming. One of the newest initiatives, “Passport to Jewish Culture: Yiddish with Rabbi Yanky Majeski,” transported residents into the vibrant world of the Yiddish language through

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From Orlando to Shamir: Building Israel’s Next Generation of Gastroenterology

Orlando — The Chaim Society, a medical initiative rooted in Orlando, is making an impact in Israel by supporting advanced research and clinical training in gastroenterology at the Shamir Medical Center. According to Heritage Florida Jewish News, the program connects Florida physicians, donors, and medical students with Israeli counterparts, fostering collaboration in cutting‑edge digestive health

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Florida Undergraduates Join Bar‑Ilan University for Summer Science Research Program

Ramat Gan, Israel — Florida students Zohar Ben Simon of Ponte Vedra Beach and Olivia Kahane of Hollywood are participating in the Bar‑Ilan University–Yeshiva University Summer Science Research Internship Program, a seven‑week initiative that brings undergraduates from North America and the United Kingdom to Israel for advanced scientific study. The program, now in its 16th

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Walmart and Wing Launch Drone Delivery Service in Florida

Orlando — Walmart has officially rolled out drone delivery operations in Central Florida through its partnership with Wing, an Alphabet‑owned drone operator. The service currently covers five Orlando‑area Walmart stores — including locations in Apopka, Clermont, Ocoee, and Haines City — and provides access to more than 50,000 households and businesses. Customers can now receive

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Florida Synagogue Vandalized After Sharing Anti‑Netanyahu Video

Sarasota — A Florida synagogue was vandalized shortly after its social media account shared a video featuring New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, known for his outspoken criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The incident has sparked concern among Jewish leaders about rising antisemitic acts and the politicization of online discourse surrounding Israel. According to

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Jewish Museum of Florida Regains Independence After Years Under FIU

Miami Beach — The Jewish Museum of Florida (JMOF) has officially regained its status as an independent institution, marking a new chapter in its history after more than a decade under the administration of Florida International University (FIU). Originally founded in 1995, the museum occupies two restored historic synagogues on Washington Avenue in South Beach.

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Operation Moses- 40 Years Later

By Linda Stein Nov.21st 1984 Operation Tirtza-Jan.4th, 1984 Exhibit at The Miami Jewish Museum April 2024 We all have Missions of The Heart. My Mission was to visit the Ethiopian Jews For my honeymoon. My mom, Carolyn Kerner Stein was Chapter President of Ort in Oakland Hills Michigan, and Aventura, Florida Ort means Organization in

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The Royal Bris Throne

The Chair of Elijah A central custom of every Bris (Brit Milah) is the use of the Chair of Elijah (Kisei Shel Eliyahu).  Jewish tradition teaches that the prophet Elijah attends every Bris Milah as a witness to the eternal covenant between the Am Yisrael and Hashem. Before the ceremony begins, the baby is placed

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Approaching the August 16 Primaries: A Message for Jews in Florida — Vote!

Jerusalem — In a powerful opinion piece published by Israel National News, Melissa Glazer, Executive Director of Teach Florida, calls on Jewish residents of Florida to take part in the August 16 primary elections, stressing that the state’s unique support for Jewish education and community safety hinges on active voter engagement. Glazer recounts the story

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