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SYNAGOGUE NEWS
December 2023
CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF NAPLES
2024
www.chabadnaples.com / 239-262-4474
(January-March)
ELLIOTT KATZ LECTURE SERIES
Chabad Naples news Rabbi Fishel Zaklos
for purchase and signing. Tickets are $18 in advance and $25 at the door. For details on “Celebration of Jewish Life” events and to order tickets, visit CJLnaples.com or call 239-262-4474.
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OF GREATER NAPLES
PRESENTATION SCHEDULE Jan. 12 – The United Nations Blinks, Again
From April 1992 until November 1996 Bosnian Serb soldiers and Serbian Army units conducted a campaign of genocide against Bosnian Muslims. Learn how NATO was useless when handcuffed by the U.N.
Jan. 26 – Very Rich, Very Beautiful, Very Bad
While living in France during WWII, Florence La Caze Gould, wife to the sone of one of America’s richest men, befriended and bedded some of the worst Nazi murderers in the country. Investigated by J. Edgar Hoover and F.B.I. for treason after the war, what was her excuse?
Feb. 9 – These Were Not Nice Jewish Boys
During the 1930s, there was an almost unfathomable rise of antisemitism. One man enlisted a group of Jews to stop Jew baiting and harassment. They were known nationwide as Murder, Inc. What did they do?
Feb. 23 – They Said It Couldn’t Happen Here, It Did
19th century America was in turmoil. Mormon immigrants were the subject of an expulsion and extermination order. Later, a Union General, who later became the President of the United States, ordered Jews living in the South to be deported. How could this happen and who did this?
March 8 — The Black Experience Under the Swastika, You Will Be Surprised
Adolf Hitler and National Socialism had only hatred and scorn for black skinned people. Ironically, one black “American Prisoner of War” became a hero to a generation of white concentration camp and labor camp inmates. Hear about Johnny Nicholas and his courage.
March 22 – The New York Times, It Never Learns
The New York Times reporting on the rise of Fidel Castro, violence in the middle east and Israel’s need to defend itself reaffirms the view that the Sulzberger Dynasty, continues to let ideology, politics and prejudices dictate “all the news fit to print.”
March 29 - Saluting America and the American Soldier
81 years ago, the United States Marines captured Iwo Jima, steppingstone to Japan. 6,000 Marines died and 18,500 were injured. Today we tell the story and honor every man and woman serving to protect America.
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et ready for an unforgettable night of celebration, music and unity at Cambier Park in Naples on Dec. 7, beginning at 4:15 p.m. Naples' biggest Chanukah Party of the year will have something for everyone. Nissim Black from Israel will perform live in concert. We are buzzing with excitement and can't wait to share it with you! More than ever, we need to stand united as a Jewish community, and what better time to show our commitment to Israel than at our annual Chanukah Festival! The event is free, with reserved and preferred seating for the concert available to sponsors. We are equally excited for our annual Preschool of the Arts children’s performance. Reserve seats at Chabadnaples.com/festival.
"Celebration of Jewish Life"
Our first two “Celebration of Jewish Life” events were simply amazing. Mark your calendars and plan to attend some or all of the following: • The December events feature "Jewish Comedy Night" with Joel Chasnoff, standup comedian, former IDF soldier and author of multiple nonfiction books, on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at Chabad (1789 Mandarin Road). Tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at the door); $54 for VIP seating; $100 for a private cocktail reception with Joel from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and VIP seating. • At 2 p.m. on the following afternoon at the Naples Conference Center (1455 Pine Ridge Road), join us for “Celebrate Israel: An afternoon of stories, reflection and conversation with Joel Chasnoff.” His new book, “Israel 201,” will be available
PURCHASE SERIES OR INDIVIDUAL TICKETS AT WWW.JEWISHNAPLES.ORG. Tickets can be purchased at the door if seats are available.
Adult education
Our well-attended Kabbalah course was amazing, and we look forward to you joining us for the next course, which begins in January. “Winter: Advice for Life” is based on The Lubavitcher Rebbe's “Guidance for Leading a More Purposeful Life.” The Rebbe's spiritual leadership is the force behind the modern Chabad movement. Join us for a multimedia journey through the Rebbe's practical wisdom on work, family, health and well-being. Discover how the Rebbe applied Jewish values to serve as a guide for finding deeper meaning in everyday life. Our informative course runs Jan. 29-Feb. 3. Call the office for information.
Shabbat and Kiddush luncheon
Join us weekly for uplifting Shabbat services with meaning, melody and humor. All are welcome. We use Hebrew/ English prayer books. One of the weekly highlights has always been the Kiddush luncheon at 12:15 p.m.! The Torah service begins at 11 a.m. and includes the rabbi’s insights during the Torah reading which always have a contemporary, meaningful and relevant message.
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