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Florida SHELLEY BENVENISTE FLORIDA EDITOR IT’S MY OPINION
True Love All Year Round It was hard to escape. The hoopla surrounding the recent Valentine’s Day holiday permeated popular culture. Ads selling roses, chocolates, and jew-
elry were everywhere. Images of hearts and cupids abounded. The countdown was announced on the news and in all the media. Men were encouraged to order their flowers early before bouquets were no longer available. Restaurants arranged special romantic dinners. Reservations were at a premium. It was hard, in some circumstances, not to feel left out. Traditionally, Valentine’s Day is the time that American men offer gifts and appreciation to their wives or girlfriends. It is touted as the opportunity to show one’s devotion to the special women in their lives. The shape of a valentine is a heart. It is the iconic symbol of love. What is the Jewish concept of giving honor to the women in a man’s life? Why don’t we have a holiday that is comparable to Valentine’s Day? Are Jewish
women taken for granted? Where is our day of recognition? The answer is simple and poignant. Jewish practice doesn’t need one day a year to bestow this honor. We demonstrate the tribute every week in our observance of Shabbat. Women are given the charge to kindle the Sabbath candles. They are recognized as the ones who bring light and peace into the home. In many houses it is a minhag (custom) for the husband to present his wife with beautiful flowers for the table. Every husband is directed to sing his wife’s praises in the beautiful tribute Aishet Chayil, (A Woman of Valor), a song written by King Solomon, extolling the virtues of Jewish women. Valentine’s Day is a once a year celebration. Jewish practice recognizes its women all year round.
Amit Holds Annual Winter Luncheon In Miami Beach The Geula-Shalva chapter of Amit held their annual winter luncheon on Sunday, February 2 at the Danziger Kosher Restaurant at Tower 41 in Miami Beach. Honorees were Adrianne Brum and Sara Gottlieb. The event included a lovely gift boutique, delicious lunch, engaging speakers, and a fun-filled magic show. Amit, named the leading educational network by Israel’s Ministry of Education, accommodates students in 110 schools in 32 cities throughout Israel. They provide cutting-edge, Jewish values-based education to 34,000 children and foster care accommodations for those in high-risk environments. Over 85% of Amit students graduate with a bagrut (high school matriculation) diploma and 95% of Amit graduates serve in the IDF or perform national service. Amit serves a diverse student population. The kids are Ethiopian, French, Russian, British, American, and Israeli. They are Sephardi and Ashkenazi, religious and secular. Amit’s motto is “Building Israel, One Child at a Time.” For more information on the local chapter, contact Francine Katz at 305-588-6993, or Joy Williams at the AMIT office at 954-922-5100 or JoyW@AMITChildren.org.
(L to R) Sara Gottlieb, Francine Katz, and Adrianne Brum. (Credit: Carlos Chattah)
Boca Beach Chabad Hosts Yud Shvat Power Breakfast Members of Boca Beach Chabad too, is to bring the Shechinah back to joined together on February 5 for a the world through building sanctuaries “Power Breakfast for Body and Soul” for G-d in our homes and hearts, as the commemorating the 70th anniversary verse states: “V’asu Li Mikdash v’shoof the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s leadership chanti b’socham,” Make for Me a sanctuon Yud Shevat (the 10th of Shevat). ary so that I can dwell among them. Rabbi Ruvi New, director and spiritual Boca Beach Chabad is the only shul leader of Boca Beach Chabad, shared servicing the downtown and coastal highlights of the famed “Basi L’Gani” area of Boca Raton. For more informachassidic discourse that is traditionally tion about Boca Beach Chabad, visit: studied on this day. Some of the major www.BocaBeachChabad.com or call themes covered were Avraham Avinu’s 561-394-9770. role as the first Jewish leader who taught the world of the existence of one G-d, and Moshe Rabbeinu’s role as the seventh generational leader, who reclaimed the presence of the Shechinah, the Divine Presence, in the world, through the giving of the 9:30 -11:00AM Torah and the building of the Mishkan. ON The Rebbe explained WWNN 1470AM & WWNNradio.com that this generation is the seventh generation in the dynasty of Chabad since its founding by the Alter Rebbe, Rabbi Schneur ZalWWW.ShalomSouthFlorida.com man of Liadi, and its role,
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Power Breakfast at Boca Beach Chabad.
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Florida Chabad Chayil Presents Free Concealed Carry Permit Class Chabad Chayil - Highland Lakes Jewish Center in North Miami Beach presented a class for 80 men and women in the Jewish community to learn how to use firearms and how to get a concealed carry permit license. The class filled within 36 hours of being announced. Another class for those who couldn’t make it to the first session is scheduled for March 19. A security training class will also be offered. The free class was sponsored by Johnson Firearms, CSO, JewishFlorida.news and David Low & Associates. Rabbi Moishe Kievman of Chabad Chayil said, “We check our mezuzahs and tefillin in an effort to ensure our spiritual security. At the same time, we have to do our part to safeguard the physical security of our families and communities. The night that the first class ran was the anniversary of the first Warsaw Ghetto uprising. We must learn from our history.” To register for the next class, go to ChabadChayil. org/EVENTS
Concealed Carry Permit Class at Chabad Chayil - Highland Lakes Jewish Center.
Orlando Torah Academy Boys Begin Learning Mishnayos The third and fourth grade boys at Orlando Torah Academy (OTA) celebrated a milestone last week as they began learning mishnayos for the very first time.
The students had been looking forward to this day for many weeks. On Tuesday, February 4, Rabbi Menachem Zev Kramer and his eight excited learners put on a presentation for their parents, explaining and singing what mishnayos are all about. The school, located at 8651 Commodity Circle in Orlando, is in its tenth year, has 101 students, and services boys and girls from two years old through eighth grade. OTA is Central Florida’s fastest growing Jewish Day School, with its warm and caring teachers and small, student-centered classes, joined together in a pursuit of excellence in Jewish and secular studies. For more information, call 407-270-4936 or email office@orlandotorah.com. Third and fourth grade boys explain to their parents what mishnayos are all about.
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Florida Justice Richard Bernstein Visits Torah Academy Of Boca Raton Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein visited the Torah Academy of Boca Raton’s boys and girls middle schools this week, where he shared his deeply moving message of perseverance and purpose. Blind from birth, Justice Bernstein has not simply overcome physical challenges, he has risen to the upper echelons of success in his profession and in athletics as an 18-time marathon runner and a Ironman Triathlon competitor. In an open, honest style, with ample opportunity for questions from the eager students, Justice Bernstein explained some of the mechanics of his life without sight. He pointed out that because of his inability to see people before hearing their perspective, he cannot prejudge them, enabling him to gain a deeper understanding and more empathetic view of those inside and outside his courtroom. Epitomizing his message, Justice Bernstein related that life is about taking the challenges G-d gives you and using them to increase your purpose and mission. Happiness, he told the students, comes from a life that is meaningfully lived. The Torah Academy of Boca Raton thanks the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County for their sponsorship of this inspiring speaker and their Justice Richard Bernstein speaks to students at Torah Academy of Boca Raton. ongoing support to the school.
Calendar of Events
and composer Sarah Dukes - Dessert buffet and coffee bar - Boutique & Raffle - Women only WHERE: The Shul, 9540 Collins Ave, Surfside, FL WHEN: Tuesday, February 25 at 7:30 p.m. COST: $36; High School Girls: $10
WHAT: Chabad Lubavitch of Greater Boynton cordially invites the entire Jewish community to the Siyum of the Zazvodnick/Samberg Family Sefer Torah, followed by a Gala Ban***** quet - Live music - Dancing & Hakofos - Special children’s program WHERE: Indian Springs Country Club, 11501 El Clair Ranch Rd., Boynton Beach, FL WHEN: Sunday, February 23 - Torah Celebration: 12-3 p.m., Banquet starts at 4 p.m. COST: Banquet: $125 per person, $250 per couple, $2,500 for a table for 12 CONTACT: www. Thornhill Mews chabadboynton.com/Gala JUST LISTED! 4 bedroom 2 bath pool home. Updated kitchen. or 561-732-4633 Move in ready. ***** WHAT: The 18th Annual Aleph Auction - $100,000 Cash Prize, Range Rover Sport and more than 60 additional prizes - A variety of meat hors d’oeuvres Open bar WHERE: The Shul, 9540 Collins Avenue, Surfside, FL WHEN: Monday, February 24 at 7 p.m. COST: $50 per person Includes $50 Auction Ticket CONTACT: www. aleph.auction ***** WHAT: Hachnossos Kallah of Greater Miami 36th Annual Benefit Tea - Honoring Shayna Bortunk - Featuring award-winning pianist
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WHAT: Chai Lifeline Southeast Celebrates Annual Gala - Honoring Anna and Allan Kipnis, Eva and Jason Saka, and Aliza and Avi Feinstein WHERE: Dezerland Park, 14401 NE 19th Ave, North Miami, FL WHEN: Wednesday, March 18 CONTACT: www.chaigala.org