Jewish Voice OCT 2025 by Seabreeze Communications

$3.2M

in Grants to Combat Antisemitism & Hate, Enhance Jewish Community Security

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred launched a $3.2 million investment in more than 35 local organizations. This inaugural round of grants supports groundbreaking programs that foster allyship, promote education, connect people of all faiths, and strengthen security at Jewish institutions. According to the Anti-Defamation League, Palm Beach County has the highest number of antisemitic incidents in Florida.

The Palm Beach Center’s grants program offers two types of funding: competitive grants awarded through a public application process and strategic investments directed by the Center’s leadership for urgent needs and long-term priorities. The organizations receiving funding support diverse programs – from a Holocaust-themed ballet and digital anti-hate education to interfaith initiatives and campus activism. Grants also fund security measures so people can safely participate in Jewish life and community events.

“This mission-focused inaugural grant program proactively fights hate through education, partnership, and action,” said Michael Hoffman, president and CEO of Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. “We are proud to support programs that address the alarming rise in antisemitism and unite people in powerful and creative ways. These investments protect our institutions today and build a more tolerant community for the future.”

Applications submitted through the open grant competition were reviewed by a respected volunteer committee chaired by Jim Foster, a member of the Center’s Advisory Committee, chaired by Richard A. Friedman and Steven Tananbaum.

“Our committee was deeply moved by the passion and innovation reflected in the grant applications,” said Jim Foster, chair, Grants Selection Committee, Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred. “Each leading-edge project selected represents a meaningful step toward confronting antisemitism, building bridges across communities, and ensuring Jewish spaces in our community remain safe and welcoming.”

Grant recipient highlights include Ballet Palm Beach’s production of The List , a ballet exploring one family’s Holocaust experience, expanding on a successful 2025 pilot performance. The emotional show uses the arts to engage

Temple Judea Honors Wisest Members

Temple Judea was blessed to gather its most cherished congregants for a special 85+ Shabbat celebration, designed with love and understanding for the wisest community members.

Recognizing that evening driving can be challenging, the service took place earlier in the day and was followed by a complimentary lunch, creating a warm and

accessible environment for meaningful fellowship.

As Leviticus 19:32 teaches: “Rise in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly, and revere your God.” This sacred gathering embodied that very commandment as participants honored the incredible wisdom and experience in their midst.

a broad and diverse audience to deepen understanding of the impact of prejudice and hate and inspire viewers of all backgrounds to become allies.

“We are deeply grateful to Jewish Federation’s Palm Beach Center for supporting our Holocaust-themed ballet, The List,” said Colleen Smith, founding artistic and executive director of Ballet Palm Beach. “Through the transformative power of dance, we are shining a light on the devastating consequences of hatred and inspiring introspection, empathy, and meaningful dialogue, especially among young people.”

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What a remarkable assembly it was! The wisest guest, at 105 years young, graced the group with their presence alongside a devoted couple celebrating an extraordinary 71 years of marriage. One attendee shared stories of their 15 greatgrandchildren, a living testament to generations of blessings and continuity.

These treasured members of the Temple Judea family remind them daily of the profound blessings that come with age, wisdom, and enduring faith.

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Significant grant funding also went to two digital initiatives aimed at engaging educating diverse, younger audiences, many of whom encounter antisemitic content prevalent in the gaming world. Normandie is a groundbreaking video game project that immerses players in the true stories of Jewish refugees fleeing Europe before WWII.

“We’re blending documentary storytelling with punchy game design to create something both resonant and historically grounded,” said Sam Butin, founder and creative director of On The March, the company that created Normandie. “This grant allows us to reimagine Holocaust education for new audiences. It comes at a critical moment where first-hand accounts of the time are rapidly disappearing. Using the tools of interactive storytelling, we can bring players back in time to engage with history in a much more active way.”

Another initiative for the digital battlefield, Fighting Online Antisemitism, also received a grant for its Online Activist Bootcamp, a program that trains participants to identify and counter cyber hate, misinformation, and antisemitism on social media. This initiative will be implemented in close collaboration with the community, actively involving volunteers from Federation’s Dorothy & Sidney Kohl Jewish Volunteer Center to foster grassroots involvement and empower individuals to become digital advocates.

Recognizing the critical need to safeguard Jewish institutions and synagogues, the Center provided security enhancement grants through the open grant competition for target hardening, strengthening the physical security of six synagogues, by funding projects like security cameras, reinforced doors, and access control systems to reduce vulnerabilities and enhance safety.

All grant recipients are subject to oversight and regular reporting to ensure proper usage of funds.

Funding for the Palm Beach Center’s partners and programs is made possible by the Cornerstone and Annual Founders whose annual gifts of $25,000 or more support the Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred. Other generous Center donors and supporters of Federation’s Annual Campaign also make this vital work possible. This includes major underwriting by the One World Tolerance Endowment provided by The Leonard and Sophie Davis Fund.

A new round of security-related grants recently concluded. In October, a new grant cycle will open to fund creative, community-focused efforts dedicated to fostering tolerance.

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What Women Wish Men Knew

By Rabbi Dovid Vigler

A young husband recently sighed to me, “Rabbi, I thought marriage was supposed to make me happy.” His wife quickly shot back, “And I thought he was going to complete me.” There it was, the universal misunderstanding. We all expect marriage to be the magic medicine that finally fixes us. But if only someone had told us the secret earlier. The Torah did. We just didn’t notice.

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“When a man marries,” a recent Torah portion says, “he shall remain home for one year and bring joy to his wife.” Sounds like a year-long honeymoon, right? Wrong. The 11th-century commentator Rashi says it doesn’t mean rejoice “with” her. It means “make her happy.” The difference is in the hidden vowels under the word: reading the word vesimach — and he shall make her happy, as opposed to vesamach — and he shall rejoice with her. That single vowel flips the script: Marriage isn’t about getting joy, it’s about giving it.

In his book You’re the One You’ve Been Waiting For, Internal Family Systems therapy founder Richard Schwartz agrees. He says the greatest myth of marriage is thinking your spouse will fix your insecurities and erase your loneliness. If you need a nurse, check yourself into a hospital. If you want a partner, get married. Don’t marry to get; marry to give — that’s the only way love will live.

That’s why the Hebrew word ahavah , love, comes from hav , to give. Love is not something you fall into,

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Sundays Together

Sundays, November 2 and April 19

Families with school-aged children are invited to experience immersive Jewish educational programs held at family-friendly locations throughout Palm Beach County.

Business & Professionals Speaker Series

Thursday, November 20

This event is the first in a series of exclusive conversations with business leaders. Our featured speaker, a distinguished surgeon and professional sports team physician from HSS Orthopedics, will share how AI is defining the future of health care.

8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving Back

Various dates in November and December

Take part in eight days of hands-on group projects that bring our community together. This year, we are also offering eight meaningful ways to give back on your own such as donating items and creating care kits at home. Every mitzvah (good deed) makes a difference.

MLK Day of Service

Monday, January 19

Join with our entire community for this annual day of volunteerism, in partnership with GL Homes and Palm Beach Atlantic University, honoring Dr. King’s vision of a cohesive society. Together, we take a stand against antisemitism and hatred of any kind.

Headshots & Hires

January 28

Career Connections will provide you with a complimentary headshot and a chance to connect with local employers, recruiters and opportunities to explore what’s next in your career path.

Good Deeds Day

Sunday, April 12

Take part in volunteer projects throughout the Palm Beaches alongside friends and neighbors, in partnership with Palm Beach Atlantic University, as tens of thousands of people worldwide participate in this international day of giving.

2026 Annual Meeting

Wednesday, May 6

Gather with Federation’s volunteer leaders, professionals and the entire community to celebrate everything we have collectively accomplished over the past year, while learning about future growth and plans for Jewish Palm Beach.

Community-Wide Pride Shabbat

Friday, June 12

You are warmly invited to this joyous celebration of authentic expression and Jewish values. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together and demonstrate our commitment to creating a welcoming community.

Get involved in your community.

We have more opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to connect, learn, advocate and volunteer within Jewish Palm Beach.

Please scan this QR code or visit jewishpb.org/upcoming for a full list of exciting events.

it’s something you grow into. Our patriarch Isaac didn’t love his wife Rivka until after they were married. The Torah makes sure to clarify that he first took her as his wife, and only afterward he loved her. Because real love doesn’t explode like fireworks. It unfolds like a sunrise. Even the ketubah hides this truth in plain sight. It obligates a husband to provide his wife with food, clothing, and onah . Most men assume that onah is a physical duty for conjugal relations. But the Tzemach Tzedek, Third Rebbe of Chabad, clarified that the Hebrew word onah means to respond (Or HaTorah Shmos 4:1314). It’s not talking about physical pleasure, but rather about emotional intimacy. And here’s the part many men never learned: Emotional intimacy is not about what you want to give, it’s about what she needs to receive.

Let’s be clear. Emotional intimacy means to listen when she talks — with your eyes and heart — not with your phone in your hand. You laugh at her jokes even when you’ve heard them before, because she matters. You notice her hints, remember her preferences, and show up when she needs you — not with fixes, but with presence. For a woman, this is not dessert, this is dinner. Not luxury, but necessity. Food and clothing may keep her body alive, but onah — emotional intimacy — keeps her soul alive.

And wouldn’t you know it, modern science caught up. Dr. John Gottman, the guru of marriage research, found that the best predictor of success is how often couples “turn toward” each other’s little bids for connection. “Look at that bird outside,” a husband says. If his wife smiles and looks, the marriage thrives. If she shrugs and scrolls, it withers. Happy couples responded positively almost 90 percent of the time. Struggling couples only managed a third. The Torah said it thousands of years ago: Love lives in responsiveness.

King Solomon saw it too. In Proverbs he wrote, “Whoever finds a wife finds good.” In Ecclesiastes he wrote, “I find the woman more bitter than death.” Which one is it, bliss or bitterness? The answer is both. It depends if you’re in it to serve or in it to be served. In the former verse, the emphasis is on her, in the latter, it’s on himself. If you ask, “What can I give?” you’ve found heaven. If you ask, “What can I get?” you’ll find hell.

Maimonides gives the clearest roadmap of all (Mishnah Torah, Laws of Marriage Ch. 15): A husband must honor his wife more than himself, and love her as himself. And a wife must honor her husband more than he asks. Notice the order: Not love first, but honor. Because love without respect is flimsy. But respect — giving weight, dignity, and centrality to the other — creates the bedrock on which love can grow.

Sometimes the truth is revealed in stories, not sermons. Several years ago, a bus lost control near the Shamgar funeral home in Jerusalem. Among the victims was a young bride, married just six months, who lost both of her legs. When she woke from a coma, she whispered to her husband: “If you had known this would happen to me, would you still have married me?” His reply belongs engraved on every wedding ring: “If it had happened before, no. A healthy young man doesn’t choose that. But now that we are married, it didn’t happen to you, it happened to us. We are one.”

Even history proves the point. When Franklin D. Roosevelt was struck with polio at 39 and paralyzed, everyone thought his career was over. But his wife, Eleanor, refused to let him sink. She became his legs and his voice, traveling the country, carrying his message, holding him up when he could not stand. Without her, there would have been no President Roosevelt, no New Deal, and maybe no Allied victory in World War II. Behind the man who couldn’t walk was the woman who wouldn’t let him fall. That’s not infatuation. That’s inspiration.

So here’s the secret. The Torah commands the happy not to rejoice “with her,” but rather to “make her happy.” Marriage isn’t about finding someone who will complete you. It’s about becoming the one who completes someone else. And here’s the paradox: When you make your spouse’s joy your mission, you discover your own. You don’t lose when you give — you gain. You don’t shrink when you serve — you soar. And you don’t just rejoice with each other — you ultimately rejoice in each other.

Happy wife — happy life!

Rabbi Dovid Vigler is the spiritual leader at Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens, with over 85,000 subscribers to his YouTube channel, youtube.com/jewishgardens. Email him at rabbi@jewishgardens.com.

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Alpert JFS Hosts Holiday Celebration for Survivors

Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service brought together more than 75 Holocaust survivors from Palm Beach County for a High Holy Day Celebration at Temple Beth Tikvah in Greenacres. About 130 attendees (including family members and aides) attended the event, where guests shared a festive Rosh Hashanah meal, enjoyed live music, danced, and connected with one another to socialize.

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From Kindertransport to the Covenant of the Bris

Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens recently celebrated the bris of the great-grandson of Hans Homburger, a Kindertransport survivor. The baby is the grandson of Wayne and Linda Posner, and his bris was not only a family simcha but a testament to the eternal miracle of Jewish survival.

In 1937, as the shadow of the Nazi regime

Alpert JFS hosts Holocaust survivor gatherings throughout the year in recognition of Jewish holidays as well as Holocaust Survivor and Remembrance Days. The agency provides direct services to approximately 200 Holocaust survivors annually in Palm Beach County, ensuring that this cherished population continues to receive vital care and support.

According to the Claims Conference, as of early 2025 there are approximately 220,800 Holocaust survivors alive worldwide, with just under 40,000 survivors across North America – including thousands in South Florida.

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darkened Europe, Hans lived with his family in Frankfurt, Germany. His parents, sensing the peril ahead, made the heartbreaking decision to place four-year-old Hans and his nine-year-old sister on a train bound for Belgium—the Kindertransport—entrusting strangers with their children’s lives in the hope of saving them.

From Belgium, Hans was eventually transferred to London, where he lived during the Blitz, huddling in subway tunnels as German bombs rained down from above. Hans was miraculously reunited with his parents in England, and together they sailed to New York, where they built a new life.

Nearly nine decades later, Hans sat proudly as he watched his great-grandson enter the covenant of Avraham. The story of Hans Homburger and his great-grandson’s bris is the story of our people: Despite impossible odds, we endure, we rebuild, and we thrive.

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Cindy Schlossberg, Marc Hopin, Emily Grabelsky, Alyson Lev, Dr. Elaine Rotenberg

Emily Grabelsky with Mordukh Ostrovsky and his aide

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Valeriy Idesis dancing with date

Modest Litinskiy and his aide

Roman Weinstein and Alpert JFS CEO Marc Hopin

JLA Installs New Board of Directors

The Jewish Lawyers Association of Palm Beach County has announced the installation of its 2025–2026 Board of Directors during a packed event held last month at the Historic Palm Beach County Courthouse.

Gary Lesser, managing partner of Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, was sworn in as president for a second consecutive term, continuing his leadership at the helm of one of the county’s fastest-growing voluntary bar associations.

The evening featured a keynote address and installation ceremony led by Florida Supreme Court Justice John Couriel, and drew a strong turnout of JLA members, local judges, voluntary bar association leaders, and community officials.

“The Jewish Lawyers Association has quickly become a meaningful and respected part of the legal community here in Palm Beach County,” President Lesser said. “We believe that by convening Jewish lawyers, judges, and allies, we are truly stronger together.”

Also delivering remarks were Florida Bar President Sia Baker-Barnes, Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino, and Palm Beach County School Board Chair Karen Brill.

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JLA Executive Vice President Heather Greenhill Stohlman

Florida Bar President Sia BakerBarnes Palm Beach County School Board Chair Karen Brill

Legal Aid of PBC Executive Director Bob Bertisch and JLA President Gary Lesser

Florida Supreme Court Justice John Couriel and JLA President Gary Lesser

Rabbi Yoel Gancz, JLA Board Member Jami Huber, and Mitch Kitroser

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Destinie Baker Sutton, JLA President Gary Lesser, and Samantha Vacciana, president of the Sheree Cunningham Davis Black Women Lawyers Association

PBC Public Defender Dan Eisinger and Palm Beach County Bar Association President Jean Marie Middleton

Arlene K. Kline – Vice President,

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Local Cantor Joins Grammy Recording Academy

Jewish educator, cantor, and recording artist Abbie Strauss has been inducted into the Grammy Recording Academy, a powerful affirmation of her decades-long commitment to uplifting Jewish life and spiritual connection through music.

Strauss is also celebrating a major milestone as her music and band are being featured nationwide on JLTV (Jewish Life Television), introducing new audiences to her signature blend of sacred soul, folk, and Jewish rock.

Known for her dynamic presence on the bimah and the stage, Strauss brings a unique authenticity to her work, seamlessly bridging traditional Jewish values with modern musical expression. As the founder of the Institute of Jewish Rock, a growing music school based in Palm Beach and online, Strauss has built a joyful, inclusive space where everyone, from curious beginners to seasoned musicians, can explore Jewish identity through music.

Newman, Staci Burton, and Judge Ori Silver

Photo by Lila Photo

“At the institute we welcome anyone who loves music, whether you want to sing, play, write, or just feel connected,” says Strauss. “Music is one of Judaism’s oldest forms of expression. Our goal is to make it accessible, spiritual, and alive.”

Strauss regularly brings her voice into hospitals, classrooms, synagogues, and concert halls, testifying to music’s profound power to heal, unite, and inspire. Her recent invitation to the Recording Academy marks a meaningful moment for Jewish artists striving to share their message on a global stage.

“Joining the academy is an honor, but it’s also a reminder that Jewish music belongs in these conversations,” she says. “There’s room for our stories, our soulfulness, our traditions told in new and relevant ways.”

Mishpacha Launches in Palm Beach Gardens

Mishpacha, a volunteer-powered support network dedicated to providing emotional, spiritual, and practical care for Jewish individuals of all ages, officially launched in Palm Beach Gardens last month. The event was filled with warmth, connection, and an inspiring sense of community.

Rooted in compassion, Mishpacha (which means family in Hebrew) exists to ensure that no one in the community feels alone. Its mission is to bring meaningful connection and support to those who need it most.

The launch event, hosted at Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens, brought volunteers together to assemble 100 High Holy Day gift boxes. Each package was thoughtfully filled with holiday favorites — sweet honey cake, crisp apples, jars of honey with dippers, glowing candles, and a High Holy Day guide.

Before the packing began, participants enjoyed a Rosh Hashanah-themed grazing table, words of inspiration from Rabbi Dovid Vigler, the sounding of the shofar, and an introduction to the Mishpacha initiative from program director Chaya M. Shemtov. Volunteers also shared reflections on why they choose to give back, underscoring the spirit of unity that defines the project.

Once packed, the boxes were hand-delivered by Mishpacha volunteers to homebound and unaffiliated Jewish community members in Palm Beach Gardens. Each delivery

was met with joy and gratitude, offering recipients a heartfelt “hug” from their community and setting a beautiful tone for the holidays.

“While Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens has long been quietly supporting individuals in times of need, Mishpacha allows us to expand these efforts — offering more services, reaching more Jews, and ensuring that nobody is left behind,” shared founding volunteer Amy Wendt.

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to support the pillars of a strong Jewish future. Since 1991, the Foundation has invested more than $420 million in organizations and signature programs — including PJ Library, JCamp 180, Life & Legacy, and Voices & Visions — that make Jewish life and Jewish community more vibrant and more connected.

Hoffman serves as president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. In his role, he is focused on developing and transforming one of the largest and fastest-growing Jewish communities in North America. Under his leadership, Federation has strengthened collaborative relationships with partner organizations, synagogues, and other institutions in the Jewish and broader communities. Prior to leading the Federation of Palm Beach County, Hoffman had more than 25 years of experience in the Jewish Federation system and built a leadership portfolio focused on advancing financial resource development and expanding community engagement.

“Michael is a committed and inspiring leader with a significant track record of empowering the Jewish community and expanding philanthropic involvement, and he is an unwavering advocate for combating antisemitism and fostering unity among diverse communities,” says Winnie Sandler Grinspoon, president of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. “I’ve been fortunate to get to know Michael over the past decade. Thanks to his dedication to PJ Library and Life & Legacy in Palm Beach County, his leadership has driven significant achievements, including expanding care for people in need, enhancing Jewish education, and strengthening connections to Israel.”

Hoffman fills a board position that is traditionally held by an individual affiliated with the Jewish Federations of North American (JFNA), a supported organization of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. Hoffman was recommended for appointment by JFNA president and CEO Eric Fingerhut to replace Jerry Silverman, who is rotating off the board after serving two terms.

The Jewish Federations of North America, which Hoffman will represent on the board, shares a common mission with the HGF: to enhance the vibrancy of Jewish life and enrich and strengthen Jewish communities in North America, Israel, and around the world based on Torah (learning), tzedek (justice), chesed (caring and compassion), avodah (service) and tikkun olam (ethics and repairing the world).

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Keeping

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Promise: Marlee, Miles, and Maks

By Wendy Derhak, Founder & Executive Director, The Pet Cottage

If you were at our Gratitude Luncheon earlier this month, you felt it: the hum of belonging that happens when a community shows up for pets and the people who love them. That same spirit is carrying us into fall — and it’s written all over the second chapters of three beautiful Golden Retrievers you met in our July issue: Marlee, Miles, and Maks.

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Editor Wendy Bernstein Sales

Tom English • Margo Williams • Laura Berrio

Bret McCormick • Miranda Ledbeter • Alyssa Debban

Justein Matthias • Anissa Stender

Production Manager Lee Nostrant

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Elaine Donholt • Ruth Nekoranec • Katie Heystek

Dianne Strout • Michelle Feeney • Andie Reynolds

They didn’t arrive as a neat story. They arrived from a family in crisis — loved deeply, yet needing help. Because of the Pawsitively Perry Fund (generously funded by the Peter H. Kamin Family Foundation), we were able to welcome the Goldens into our Lifelong Guardianship Program and move swiftly to give each dog what every soul deserves: a safe, loving home.

Marlee found her people in Nancy and John, a calm home where belly rubs are a daily ritual and porch time is sacred. Soon after joining our program, Marlee began battling chronic ear infections. Support from the Grey Muzzle Foundation is helping cover her ongoing treatment — vet visits, medications, and monitoring — so she stays comfortable and infection free.

Miles — sunny, sensitive, and a champion snuggler — was paired with the Myers family. Recently he developed a seizure disorder and, with guidance from Dr. Vinoski’s team, they’re learning what to watch for — tracking possible episodes, adjusting routines to avoid triggers, and keeping him comfortable and thriving.

Maks, the youngest of the trio and part of the Myers family too, recently developed bladder stones and transitioned to a prescription diet to prevent recurrence. He’s back to supervising kitchen prep with great enthusiasm.

This is the promise in action. The Pawsitively Perry Fund makes it possible for pets like Marlee, Miles, and Maks to enter our program with the costs of rehoming and stabilization covered. The Grey Muzzle Foundation — along with the Cathleen

McFarlane Foundation — helps ensure we can provide ongoing veterinary care seniors so often need: surgeries, medications, and special diets included. Day-to-day, Dr. Vinoski and his compassionate team support our Guardians with practical, accessible care in the community.

Behind the funds and checklists is something simple and sacred: home. It’s Nancy and John moving a dog bed to catch the afternoon sun. It’s the Myers family learning what to watch for with Miles — while Maks gets his special meals. It’s people choosing — again and again — to be keepers of the promise.

Step into the story with us: Join Happy Tails (monthly giving). Choose a simple monthly amount — $10, $25, or what feels right — and help keep vet doors open and the Sanctuary lights on so seniors and their people never walk alone. Open your home as a Guardian. Welcome a pet who has lost their person. We provide veterinary care, supplies, training support, and a caring community so you’re never on your own. Email to learn more and start the conversation.

Event Spotlight — There’s No Place Like Home: A Celebration of Care Fundraiser

When: Saturday, November 15, 4–7:30 p.m. (sunset)

Where: Blue Ridge Farms

Honoring: Dr. Vinoski and team

You’ll enjoy appetizers, a bar, live music, and heart-warming stories that show how care becomes home. Learn about The Pet Cottage, our Guardian program, and simple ways to get involved.

Claim your spot: Email events@thepetcottage.org or call 561.818.5025.

When we stand together, crisis becomes care and care becomes home. Thank you for helping us write these second chapters for Marlee, Miles, and Maks — and for all of the pets and people currently in our care.

Tickets and details: events@thepetcottage.org | 561.818.5025.

Monthly giving: Ask about joining Happy Tails. Become a Guardian: thepetcottage@hotmail.com. Programs and placements: thepetcottage.org.

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Daisy, Maks, and Miles

Marlee, 10 years old

Marlee standing on a frisbee

Miles and Dr. Vinoski

IDF Brigadier General Speaks at Changemakers Event

Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens recently welcomed Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi of the Israel Defense Forces for the season-opening Changemakers event. Introduced by sponsor Lauren Gross and Rabbi Dovid Vigler, the evening emphasized the deep spiritual connection to the Land of Israel and the power of Jewish faith.

General Avivi shared how faith is the foundation of the IDF’s success. He recounted a personal story of taking his battalion — many of whom had never visited Jerusalem or the Western Wall — to connect with their heritage, which awakened their motivation and transformed their performance. This experience propelled Avivi to a senior IDF role overseeing intelligence and international relations.

The evening concluded with a standing ovation for General Avivi, who mingled with attendees during a dessert reception, fostering community spirit.

Lighthouse ArtCenter Unveils Delicate Expressions: An Imaginative Exhibition Pairing Paintings and Contemporary Jewelry

Looking for a unique art outing this fall? The Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) in Tequesta is presenting Delicate Expressions, an engaging new exhibition running through November 15. The show pairs 18 vibrant, botanically inspired paintings by award-winning Florida artist Karen Tucker Kuykendall with over 50 contemporary jewelry pieces created by artists from across the country.

Kuykendall, known for her imaginative photorealism, brings Florida’s native flora to life — sometimes weaving in playful elements like doodled cartoons or a Siamese cat’s piercing blue eyes. “Painting is my meditation — my calming grace,” she shares. “I like my images to read like novels, full of layers and subplots, some bold and others more elusive.”

LAC Curator Anthony Record adds, “This combination of painting and art jewelry is a perfect way to see how artists expand our ideas about both mediums. Each tells stories with surprising twists and details.”

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Don’t miss the Artists’ Reception on Thursday, October 16. Visitors can meet the jewelry artists, engage with their creative processes, and enjoy light bites in the gallery. Located at 373 Tequesta Drive, Lighthouse ArtCenter is a welcoming cultural destination offering year-round art classes for all ages and outreach programs for veterans, seniors, individuals with special needs, and underserved youth. For more information about Delicate Expressions, upcoming events, or LAC’s programs, visit lighthousearts.org or call 561.746.3101.

Tropical Bird Show by Karen Tucker Kuykendall, 30 x 30 in,. oil on canvas

Anticipation by Karen Tucker Kuykendall, 63 x 54 in., oil on canvas

Expressions ring by Lisa Johnson

Seaside Jewelry by Lisa Johnson, sterling silver and sea glass, 18 in.

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I Am a Know It All

By Andy Greenberg

At what point in our lives do we come to the realization that we know everything? Let’s face the truth: We know everything about our cellphone, every gadget and gizmo in our car, every recipe, we’ve tried every restaurant, we have the perfect golf swing every time. We never need further instructions, we invest our money wisely without seeking any counseling because we know it all.

The fact is that we don’t know at all! Every day there are new life hacks and new ways of improving things we’ve been doing all the time and we’re constantly yearning to live a better life. Doing so takes research.

Yet I would say this: Since many readers of this column may have had a b’nai mitzvah or some elementary Jewish education, we avoid further Jewish education because we don’t think it will add anything to our lives — and of course we’ve got other, better things to learn.

So what if Jewish education teaches us how to have great relationships with life partners, children, friends, relatives, bosses, subordinates, and neighbors? Or how about how to protect our environment, maintain health and vitality, extend our life expectancy, be a success in business, learn negotiating skills, develop motivation, improve our memories, experience fantastic intimacy, defend against diseases, and so many other life skills?

Regrettably, we’ve been conditioned to think that Jewish education is all about our relationship with God and all the rituals, commandments, laws, and idiosyncrasies it takes to live a Jewish lifestyle. While that is truly available, it is not exclusive to Jewish education and, quite frankly, it’s just a minor part of that.

So, where are all these life hacks in Jewish education and how realistic are they, considering that many of them were written thousands of years ago? They can’t possibly apply to today’s society, so why bother researching them?

Nothing could be further from the truth! Life skills and concepts that are used today find their origins in the writings of the book of Proverbs, the Talmud, the Mishna Torah, the Torah, the books of Prophets, the Shulchan Aruch, and many more. There are so many different texts they can actually fill a Jewish library!

Of course, if just reading a book and learning from it was so simple, then we would not have the need for teachers at any level in the secular education process. There are a plethora of basic, mid-level, and advanced classes just waiting for you to enroll in person and online.

The question you have to ask yourself is: Do I really know it all? What if I knew more? What if I was able to utilize everything that life offers, because we certainly demand that from every gadget we buy, every technical innovation we pursue, and every new hack we learn.

This year, let’s change the course of our life by enrolling in a Jewish course — of course!

Andy Greenberg is a 25-year Conservative Jewish educator of grades 3-12 and a lecturer for adults of all ages.

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PJ Our Way and From March to Miriam Host Intergenerational Program

More than 130 community members came together last month at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Zinman Hall for “Dor L’Door, an inspiring art and mitzvah experience presented by PJ Our Way and From March to Miriam.

The program brought Holocaust survivors, PJ Our Way tweens ages 10–13, and participants from From March to Miriam together in an afternoon of learning, connection, and creativity. Together, they explored the meaning of the mezuzah and its role in Jewish life. Each student created two mezuzot, one to take home and another to donate to local families in need, turning a personal art project into a powerful act of giving.

In addition to the mitzvah project, the program fostered meaningful intergenerational bonds. Survivors shared stories and wisdom with the students, who in turn offered their time, creativity, and compassion. This exchange embodied the essence of L’dor V’dor — from generation to generation.

“Seeing Holocaust survivors and our youngest community members sitting side by side, creating

Aiden Romanoff, Eli Romanoff, Holocaust survivor Rosette Goldstein, Savannah Ferraro, Chelsea Bresnick, Grayson Ferraro, Harper Gordon, Madelyn Ferraro, Savannah Gustman, Wren Fults, Piper Fults

Jennifer Clement and Ellie Clement

Lauren Fischer, Isaac Fischer, and Holocaust survivor Alex Metzger

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together, was profoundly moving,” said Stephanie Nichol, March of Living director. “This program not only taught the significance of the mezuzah but also modeled how Jewish values of memory, resilience, and kindness are passed on.”

Elana Ostroff, director of PJ Library South Palm Beach County, added, “Watching our PJ Our Way tweens listen to survivors’ testimonies and then transform their own creativity into acts of giving was a reminder that our community is strongest when generations come together.”

The event also supported the Jacobson Family Food Pantry, with participants bringing non-perishable food donations to help local families facing food insecurity.

This program was co-sponsored by MyZuzah, whose support helped make the afternoon possible.

JewQ Launches New Season

Fifteen ambitious children from both public and day schools in Palm Beach Gardens recently gathered for JewQ at Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens.

JewQ combines Torah video games, interactive workbooks, and exclusive Chabad prizes to create a fun, engaging learning experience. Powered by Chabad centers worldwide and joined by thousands of young participants, JewQ inspires Jewish children to study Torah eagerly — with their eyes set on the ultimate crown of champion.

At the kickoff event, the children were welcomed with pizza, slushies, and other treats.

Hebrew School Open House

Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens Hebrew School recently hosted its annual Open house celebration and brunch.

While the parents enjoyed a curriculum presentation, students sat with their teachers for a group activity in the garden. Students built creative projects together with their teachers and even the toddlers enjoyed hands-on sensory play and Jewish-themed crafts.

The open house concluded with a dairy brunch topped off with a visit from a Kona Ice truck and open social play, including bounce houses, face paint, and much more.

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Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens

6100 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens

624.2223, www.jewishgardens.com

Morning Services

Sundays, 9 a.m.

Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m.

Evening Services & Jewish Life 101

Monday to Thursday

Weeks of October 20 and 27 at 6:30 p.m.

November at 5 p.m.

Sundays

10 a.m., Hebrew School

Mondays

8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom

4 p.m., Jewish Law

Tuesdays

8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom

11 a.m., Hebrew Literature

1 p.m., Ladies’ Mahjongg & Cards

4 p.m., Talmud Study

6 p.m., CTeen

Wednesdays

8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom

12:30 p.m., Yiddish Club

1:45 p.m., Torah Studies

4 p.m., Talmud Study

5:30 p.m., JewQ

Thursdays

8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom

4 p.m., Parsha Study

Fridays

8:30 a.m., Jewish Values Video

4 p.m., Talmud Study

6:15 p.m., Friday Night Services w. Beer & Biltong (5:15 p.m. starting November)

Shabbos

9:30 a.m., Shabbos Service

11:15 a.m., Children’s Program

11:30 a.m., Rabbi Vigler’s Weekly Sermon

12:15 p.m., Community Kiddush Luncheon

October

Yom Kippur Evening

Wednesday, October 1

Morning Services followed by Kapporos: 7:30 a.m.

Light Candles at 6:49 p.m.

Fast Begins at 6:49 p.m.

Kol Nidrei Services, 6:45 p.m.

Children’s Program, 7 p.m.

Sermon, 8:30 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day

Thursday, October 2

Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Program, 10:30 a.m.

Sermon & Yizkor Memorial Service, 12 p.m. Musaf, 12:45 p.m.

Afternoon Service, 5 p.m.

Neilah Closing Service, 6:15 p.m.

Members Sukkah Soiree

Monday, October 6 at 6:45 p.m.

An Evening under the Stars in the Shul Sukkah

A joyful Sukkos Night One Celebration as we honor our beloved members under the stars! After Holiday Services, step into the Sukkah for a lively evening of l’chaims, delicious appetizers, and an open bar—celebrating unity, joy, and the spirit of the season together.

Minyanaires Appreciation Dinner

Tuesday, October 7

Honoring The Foundation of Our Community

This intimate Sukkah dinner at the Vigler home, honors the commitment of our daily Minyanaires—who make the pledge to ensure that there is always a minyan in our community. These are the people who generously give of their time. All for one and one for all, this embodies Jewish unity.

Sukkot

Tuesday, October 7

Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Program, 11:30 a.m.

Kiddush in the Sukkah, 12:30 p.m.

Followed by Mincha Maariv, 6:45 p.m.

Sukkot

Wednesday, October 8

Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Program, 11:30 a.m.

Kiddush in the Sukkah, 12:30 p.m.

Followed by Mincha

Thursday, October 9

Young Jewish Professionals

Join Young Adults from the area for an evening under the stars to unwind, socialize and unleash your inner creativity! Whether a beginner or a seasoned professional, it will be a Sukkos night enjoyed by all.

The Great Sukkah Hop Party Bus

Sunday, October 12

An Epic Community Adventure on Wheels

Hop on our Sukkah Party Bus as we ride from sukkah to sukkah, with each stop offering a unique vibe, taste, and celebration! A rolling morning of joy, unity, and Sukkos spirit you won’t forget!

Rebbetzin Chana’s Birthday Brunch

Sunday, October 12

Honoring The Foundation of Our Community

Join Rebbetzin Chana for her annual birthday brunch in the sukkah—a cherished tradition just for women. Toast L’chaim, enjoy delicious bites, and celebrate friendship, joy, and the beauty of this special season!

Simchas Torah

Monday, October 13

Morning Services, 7:30 a.m.

Evening Services, 5:30 p.m.

Followed by Young Families Simchas Torah & Goldie’s First Light

Dinner & Dance with the Torah

Dance with the Torahs together with your children, infusing our future with the love of our holy heritage. At 3 years old, Goldie Vigler begins lighting Shabbat candles, joining generations of women who’ve brought light to the world. Celebrate as she lights her first flame—marking the start of her beautiful journey in this timeless tradition.

Simchas Torah

Tuesday, October 14

Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Program, 11:30 a.m.

Sermon & Yizkor Memorial Service, 11:30 a.m.

Final Kiddush in the Sukkah, 12:30 p.m.

Followed by Mincha

Evening Services, 6:45 p.m.

Followed by Grand Simchas Torah Celebration

Dinner – Torah Dancing – Open Bar

A magnificent celebration commemorating the completion and the restart of the annual Torah-reading cycle.

Simchas Torah

Wednesday, October 15

Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.

Breakfast Kiddush, 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services, 6:15 p.m.

Men’s Club Farbrengen

Monday, October 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Celebrating Our Members’ Birthdays

Join us for our monthly Men’s Club Farbrengen as we come together in brotherhood to celebrate this month’s birthday honorees! Share in warm camaraderie, inspiring stories, and joyful toasts as we mark another year of life’s blessings. A meaningful evening of connection and celebration awaits!

Bereavement Group

Wednesday, October 22 at 3:15 p.m.

Ensuring that no one grieves alone

Sadly, death is a part of life that we cannot ignore. As a community, we are grateful to have each other for support during difficult times. Led by experienced psychotherapist Dr. Sandi Reiken together with Rabbi Dovid Vigler, our bereavement group is a safe and intimate setting to share your story with other like-minded individuals or just to listen and observe.

October 7th Memorial on National TV

Thursday, October 23

Live on National TV

We Remember.

We Unite.

We Rise.

In Memory of the Fallen; In Honor of the Living; In Faith for the Future.

A tribute to October 7th victims, creating hope for the future.

Live-streamed nationally by JBS in 50 states. Visit JewishGardens.com/JBS

Women’s Circle Farbrengen

Monday, October 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Monthly Birthday Celebration

Gather with the LiLi ladies in this monthly social as we celebrate the birthdays of the month! At Chabad we are a family who is there for each other through life’s ups and downs. Birthdays are deeply significant—the day G-d decided the world needed you. Grab a seat, enjoy cake and L’chaim as we honor our women!

November

Miles of Smiles—Children of Special Needs

Sunday, November 2 at 10 a.m.

Special Hearts Kids Club

Join our Mishpacha & Hebrew School collaboration where Hebrew School students and children with special needs come together for inclusive meaningful connection, fun, and learning. Through shared activities like Jewish-themed sensory play, arts & crafts, and baking, children develop empathy, friendships, and a sense of belonging. Meanwhile, parents enjoy time to relax, connect, and support one another.

JLI The Kabbalah of Meaning

6 Lessons beginning Tuesday, November 4 at 4 p.m.

Jewish Wisdom for a Purposeful Life

Life is busy. What connects it all? Join this six-session course to discover Judaism’s timeless approach to meaning.

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WELCOMES

Generously sponsored by the Florida-Israel Institute

HOUDINI - THE OTHER SIDE

University Theatre

Explores the life of legendary escape artist, Harry Houdini, through dynamic choreographic interpretation of his life and inner struggles

MEMENTO

University Theatre

Commemorates the heroic last acts of Jewish Polish Ballerina, Franceska Mann, who courageously resisted Nazi guards in the Auschwitz Extermination camps Saturday, Oct. 25, 7 pm*

*Premium Tickets ($144) includes pre-event reception at 5 pm and primary seating

Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 pm

*Premium Tickets (Sat Reception, 10/25, 5 pm): $144; General Tickets: $54; FAU Faculty/Staff: $44; Students: $36 Group Rate: 9 or more $36/person

Please call 5 days in advance of event for disability accommodations

Saturday, Nov. 1, 7 pm

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 pm

Supported by: Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

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You’ll explore fundamental questions: What is meaning? Where does it come from? Why do we seek more? Gain tools to find purpose in routines, relationships, and time’s rhythms. Accredited for CE Credits.

Bereavement Group

Wednesday, November 5 and 19 at 3:15 p.m.

Ensuring that no one grieves alone

Sadly, death is a part of life that we cannot ignore. As a community, we are grateful to have each other for support during difficult times.

Mishpacha Volunteer Orientation

Wednesday, November 5

Connecting Hearts, Building Skills, Making a Difference

Discover meaningful volunteering opportunities, including adopting a senior or supporting those who are ill or socially isolated. Gain valuable CPR skills and learn best practices to make a real impact in our community.

Rabbi Manis Friedman

Shabbos, November 7 and 8

Friday Night LIVE Shabbaton

Rabbi Manis Friedman, is a renowned Jewish author and lecturer. A longtime Chabad educator, he’s known as “YouTube’s most popular rabbi” for his dynamic thinking and thought- provoking ideas that blend timeless Torah wisdom with modern insights.

Temple Beth David

4657 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens

694.2350, www.templebethdavidfl.org

Daily Minyan Services, Monday to Thursday at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. via Zoom.

Shabbat Services , Services are offered in-person and virtually. Please visit our website for more information. Canasta , Tuesdays at 1 p.m.; All levels welcome. RSVP Required; $5 per person.

Tuesday, October 14, 9:15 a.m. , Shemini Atzeret & Yizkor Services

6:30 p.m., Erev Simchat Torah Services

Wednesday, October 15, 9:15 a.m., Simchat Torah Services

Friday, October 17, 6:30 p.m., Beach Shabbat Services at Ocean Cay Park

Saturday, October 18, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Friday, October 24, 8:30 a.m., Blessing of the Pets Drive-Through

6:30 p.m., Shabbat Services

Saturday, October 25, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Friday, October 31, 6:30 p.m., Shabbat Services

Saturday, November 1, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Monday, November 2, 10 a.m., Melton Adult Education; registration required

Tuesday, November 4, 7 p.m., Yiddush Film Festival

Night

Friday, November 7, 6:30 p.m., Family Shabbat Services

Saturday, November 8, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Sunday, November 9, 10 a.m. , Preschool Trike-A-Thon

Monday, November 10, 10 a.m., Melton Adult Education; registration required

Tuesday, November 11, 5 p.m., Friendsgiving with The Gathering Place and Veterans’ Day Program

Thursday, November 13, 9:30 a.m., Coffee Talk; Crux Coffee Roasters

Friday, November 14, 10 a.m., Challah Bake; rsvp required

6:30 p.m., Shabbat Services, Kid’s Club, Bima Band

Saturday, November 15, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Monday, November 17, 10 a.m., Melton Adult Education; registration required

Friday, November 21, 6:30 p.m., Shabbat Services

Saturday, November 22, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Monday, November 24, 10 a.m., Melton Adult Education; registration required

Friday, November 28, 6:30 p.m., Shabbat Services

Saturday, November 29, 9:15 a.m., Shabbat Services

Temple Beth El

2815 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach

833.0339, office@bethelwpb.com

YjPN Jewish Identity Shabbat Dinner

Friday, October 17

7:30 to 10 p.m.

Contact: yjpn@bethelwpb.com

Temple Beth El Women’s League Pink and Teal

Shabbat with Sharsheret

Saturday, October18

9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Contact: sisterhood@bethelwpb.com

Temple Beth El Women’s League Chai Tea

Sunday, October 19 2 to 4 p.m.

Registration Link: www.bethelwpb.com/form/chaitea

Temple Beth El and StandWithUs present Loay Alshareef

Tuesday, October 21

7 to 9 p.m.

Registration Link: EveningwithLoayAlshareef.planningpod.com

Shabbat Dinner and Services at Temple Beth El Friday, October 24

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration Link: www.bethelwpb.com/form/fridaynight

Shabbat Dinner and Services at Temple Beth El Friday, October 31

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration Link: www.bethelwpb.com/form/fridaynight

Shabbat Dinner and Services at Temple Beth El Friday, November 7

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration Link: www.bethelwpb.com/form/fridaynight

YjPN Karaoke Night

Saturday, November 8

7:30 to 10 p.m.

Contact: yjpn@bethelwpb.com

Temple Beth El Women’s League Book Club

Wednesday, November 12

2 to 4 p.m.

Contact: sisterhood@bethelwpb.com

YjPN Kintsugi Workshop with Honey Levey

Thursday, November 13

7 to 9 p.m.

Contact: yjpn@bethelwpb.com

YjPN Beach BBQ

Sunday, November 16

2 to 5 p.m.

Contact: yjpn@bethelwpb.com

Temple Beth El Women’s League Board Meeting and Dinner

Tuesday, November 18

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Contact: sisterhood@bethelwpb.com

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Temple Beth El Women’s League Challah, Pickles … and More!

Thursday, November 20

4 to 6 p.m.

Contact: www.bethelwpb.com/form/challah Shabbat Dinner and Services at Temple Beth El Friday, November 21

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration Link: www.bethelwpb.com/form/fridaynight Birds and Baskets – Thanksgiving Mitzvah Project Sunday, November 23

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registration Link: www.temple-israel.com/thanksgiving

Temple Emanu-El of Palm Beach

190 North County Road, Palm Beach 832.0804, officesec@tepb.org

Friday Night Services at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Shabbat Oneg, Shabbat Bar or Shabbat Dinner.

Saturday Morning services at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Kiddush Luncheon.

Minyan

Mondays and Thursdays at 8:45 a.m. followed by a Complimentary Breakfast. All are welcome.

Rabbi’s Round Table

Monday mornings at 11 a.m. via Zoom. Join the rabbi for a spirited and informational class about the teachings of the Torah.

Support Groups

For more information, please call the Temple Office at 561.832.0804

Caregivers Support Group via Zoom

10 a.m. on 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month Bereavement Support Group via Zoom

1 p.m. on 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month

Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah

Celebrate with reflection on Shemini Atzeret and rejoice with the Torah on Simchat Torah.

Tuesday, October 14

Shemini Atzeret Services Services begin at 9:30 a.m. followed by Yizkor and a

complimentary Kiddush lunch. For more information, contact the Temple Office at 561-832-0804 or officesec@tepb.org.

Tuesday, October 14

Erev Simchat Torah Dinner & Services

A festive complimentary dinner begins at 6 p.m., (RSVPs required) followed by Erev Simchat Torah services at 7 p.m. For more information or to RSVP, contact the Temple Office at 561-832-0804 or officesec@ tepb.org.

Wednesday, October 15

Simchat Torah Services

Services begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a complimentary Kiddush lunch. For more information, contact the Temple Office at 561-832-0804 or officesec@tepb.org.

Thursday, October 16

Men’s Club Meeting

Join us at 10 a.m. for this month’s men’s club meeting. We will be welcoming Temple Emanu-El member Brahm Levine to speak about the new tax laws. You do not have to be a temple member to attend this meeting. For more information, please contact the temple office at 561-8320804.

Thursday, October 16

Women’s League program: “Stress, it is not the trigger, it is the response”

Join our Women’s League at 1 p.m. to discuss stress and ways to manage it, with distinguished temple member and guest speaker, Elaine Rotenberg, PHD. For more information, please contact the office at 561-832-0804.

Thursday, October 23

Women’s League Book Club Meeting

Join our Women’s League to discuss the book Leaving Eastern Parkway by Matthew Daub, followed by a light snack. For more information, please contact the office at 561-832-0804.

Saturday, October 25

Shabbat Speaker

We welcome Robert Watson to speak about The Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials , during our regular Shabbat Service at 9:30 a.m. Robert Watson has published over 45 books and 200 scholarly articles and essays on topics in political, military and social history.

Wednesday, October 29 at 9 a.m.

Kind Kitchen (located in North Palm Beach)

Each month our Social Action Committee brings volunteers to the Kind Kitchen to help pack and prepare

meals for our neighbors going through challenging situations such as illness, financial hardship, and more. To donate food or volunteer to assist, please contact the Temple Office at 561-832-0804.

Thursday, November 6

Women’s League Event

Join the Women’s League for the annual Celebrating Sisterhood Lunch starting at 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Angela Buchdahl will present her book Heart of a Stranger: An Unlikely Rabbi’s Story of Faith, Identity, and Belonging. This event is being held at Eastpointe Country Club. For more information and cost to attend, please contact the JCC at JCConline.com/artsandculture.

Wednesday, November 12

Guest Speaker and Lunch

Lunch and Learn kicks off this season with guest Millie Korman Slinger at 12:30 p.m. Millie is a holocaust survivor who will recall life in Nazi-occupied Poland and her family’s immigration to America. This is a free event open to all. A healthy lunch will be included, please RSVP to the temple office at 561-832-0804.

Thursday, November 20

Women’s League Event

The Women’s League will be showcasing Art at the Temple beginning at 1 p.m. This is a free event open to everyone. If you have interest in Judaic Art, then please join us for this informal look at the amazing pieces decorating our beautiful synagogue.

Friday, November 28

Fellowship Friday

The Fellowship’s mission in action, as we work together – Christians and Jews alike – is to make our community a little bit better. Choose a volunteer project from our available list and join us the day after Thanksgiving to share our blessings. We also invite you to bring nonperishable food and sundry items to donate. Breakfast and kick-off will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Temple Emanu-El and then individual volunteer opportunities will be held throughout the community.

Temple Judea

4311 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens 624.4633, www.gotj.org

Kindly contact the temple for a listing of worship, study, and social events.

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Medicare Corner with Kathy O

Important Medicare Changes for 2026: What You Need to Know

By Kathy Olejniczak

Each year from October 15 to December 7, Medicare beneficiaries can make changes to their coverage. This year, it is especially important to review your options. Significant updates take effect January 1, 2026, impacting Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Medicare Advantage (MA) plans.

Key Prescription Drug Changes

• The “donut hole” coverage gap was eliminated in 2025, but new drug cost rules apply in 2026.

• Out-of-pocket drug costs will be capped at $2,100.

• Maximum drug deductible: $615.

• Many Advantage plans will shift from fixed copayments to coinsurance (a percentage of the drug cost).

◦ Example: In 2025, a Tier 3 drug like Eliquis or Ozempic may have cost $47 after the deductible.

◦ In 2026, you may pay 20 percent of $600 = $120 — it all depends on your plan’s pricing structure.

This shift could mean substantially higher initial costs for Tier 3–6 medications. It is essential to check your projected 2026 prescription costs.

2025 was the first year that the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP) enabled those with Medicare prescription drug coverage to spread the costs of their prescription drugs over the calendar year rather than paying in full at the pharmacy counter each time they fill a prescription. Keeping this arrangement just got easier.

Automatic renewal of plan participation. Beginning in 2026, if you participate in the MPPP, you will be automatically re-enrolled in 2026. You may want to consider this if you will reach the $2,100 quickly.

Advantage Plan Adjustments

To offset rising drug expenses, many Advantage plans will:

• Increase deductibles and coinsurance.

• Reduce or eliminate extra benefits like dental, vision, hearing, or over-the-counter allowances.

• Raise premiums, maximum out-of-pocket limits, or copays.

What You Should Do

• Review the Annual Notice of Change (sent by your current plan). This side-by-side comparison outlines how your 2025 plan benefits and costs will change in 2026.

• Pay close attention to prescription coverage and any reductions in extra benefits.

Supplement (Medigap) Plans

• No benefit changes are scheduled for 2026.

• However, higher drug costs may encourage some beneficiaries to try a Medicare Advantage plan.

• Medicare offers a one-time “trial right”: You can try an Advantage plan for up to 12 months and still return to your original Supplement plan with guaranteed acceptance.

Final Thoughts

The good news: You have time to evaluate your options and avoid surprises. As a licensed Medicare agent, I believe informed decisions lead to the best outcomes.

If you’d like a no-cost, no-obligation plan review, I can walk you through your 2026 options — by phone or in person.

Kathy Olejniczak, Licensed Medicare Agent, 561.212.7640. I speak Medicare.

Financial Focus

Let a Financial Advisor Help Plan for Life’s Curveballs

By Sally Sima Stahl

No matter what stage of your life you’re in — caring for children, working toward retirement, or planning your legacy — unforeseen events like a job loss, a major illness, or even a stock market drop could derail what you’re working so hard to achieve financially.

With your future at stake, you may want to get guidance from a financial professional who can develop a personalized financial strategy to help you navigate life’s curveballs.

Here are specific ways a financial advisor can help.

• Create a customized long-term strategy. This is the first step to weather unforeseen events. You may have several long-term investing goals — your retirement, your child’s education, or perhaps a dream vacation. A financial advisor can help you build a strategy specific to your goals and risk tolerance. This will include prioritizing those goals, building a path toward each and pivoting your strategy as markets shift and needs change.

• Set realistic expectations. Successful investing requires discipline and patience — most individual investors make their money over time, not overnight. Start by setting realistic timelines to reach each of your goals. And don’t be surprised if you need to make trade-offs, like working an extra year to help fund your retirement dream home. It’s realistic to expect you’ll hit some bumps in the road. Perhaps the markets will drop and the value of your portfolio may follow. (It’s also realistic to expect they will rebound, as they have historically. Of course, past performance of the markets is no guarantee of what will happen in the future.) A financial advisor can help you keep your emotions in check no matter what comes your way and stay focused on the long term, knowing you have a customized strategy in place.

• Diversify your investments. The foundation for your portfolio is your asset allocation, or how you divide your assets among stocks, bonds, cash, and other investments. Different investments behave differently in various market

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conditions, so maintaining a good mix can help better weather market fluctuations than putting “all your eggs in one basket.” Finding the right diversification mix, and keeping it balanced despite what the market does, can get complicated, but it’s almost second nature for a good financial advisor. All investments do carry risk, and asset allocation doesn’t ensure a profit or protect against loss in a declining market.

• Keep a long-term outlook. It’s easy to become distracted by the latest headline, expert prediction, or market swing. However, if these events don’t change your long-term outlook, there probably isn’t a reason to make changes to your strategy. In fact, these declines often present good opportunities if you’re a long-term investor, so use them to your advantage — your financial advisor can show you how.

• Keep your emergency savings well-funded. This is your “rainy day” fund, and an unexpected event may constitute a rainy day. For most people, maintaining three to six months of total expenses in emergency savings is appropriate. The specific amount depends on factors like your risk of unexpected expenses or temporary loss of income, and how much you value being confident that you can weather financial emergencies. A financial advisor can help you determine what your emergency savings should look like.

Unexpected events are part of life. You can’t predict them, but you can prepare for them. No matter what is going on around you, having a professional by your side can help set you up to navigate them confidently.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, Member SIPC.

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New Hope and Options for Women After Breast Cancer Surgery

Imagine going through breast cancer and having surgery to remove a breast. For many women, this is one of the hardest moments of their lives. But thanks to a special law called the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act, women now have better choices for rebuilding their bodies and their confidence.

This important law was passed in 1998. It made sure that, if health insurance helps pay for a mastectomy (removal of the breast), it must also help pay for breast reconstruction and the implant, as well as balancing procedures for the other side and revisions in the future if needed, no matter when a woman decides to have the procedure. This means women have the right to choose the best time for them, even if it’s years after their first surgery.

Today, more than 100,000 women in the United States have breast reconstruction every year. Some women have their implants replaced, others switch from implants to using their own body tissue, and some have new surgeries to fix or improve results.

“Extending access to reconstruction surgery throughout a woman’s lifetime is important because implants are not designed to last forever, and surgical and material advancements are continually improving how we restore shape, feel, and sensation through breast reconstruction,” says Martin Newman, MD, regional head of plastic surgery in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital.

One amazing innovation is called fluorescence-guided surgery. Surgeons use a special laser to see how blood flows in the tissue. This helps them make sure the new breast gets enough blood, which means fewer problems and better results. Dr. Newman was the first surgeon in

the world to use this technique, which now helps many women heal faster.

Another major breakthrough is being able to provide sensation to the reconstructed breast. “This technique involves the placement of nerve grafts during reconstruction,” says Dr. Newman. Although many factors contribute to who may be a candidate for this technique, the literature is promising.

More recently, Dr. Newman’s team has employed 3-D technology to create surgical roadmaps of blood vessels for natural tissue reconstruction, both within the patient’s chest and the donor site, such as the abdomen, back, buttock, or thigh. CT scans are used to produce a 3-D image of the blood vessels, which allows for detailed surgical planning and tailoring of the procedure to a patient’s unique anatomy.

“Combining this type of technological innovation with the advanced, less-invasive surgical techniques we use to harvest and transfer blood vessels during perforator flap procedures is another way to support good blood flow and healthy tissue, essential for a positive outcome,” Dr. Newman explains.

Fat transfer is another option that is gaining popularity. Surgeons can take a little fat from the belly or thighs and use it to make the breast look and feel more natural. This process is usually done over a few sessions and helps improve the shape and softness of the breast.

What does all this mean? Women have more choices and better results than ever before. Even women who had surgery years ago can find new hope with today’s technology. Thanks to dedicated doctors and smart laws, life after breast cancer surgery can be full of new possibilities, comfort, and confidence.

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The Waterford, life is about simplicity— Just the promise of a maintenance-free retirement lifestyle with predictable costs in a setting that captures the unmistakeable charm of Florida’s coast.

Dr. Martin Newman

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Do I Need a Will or a Trust?

By Anné DesormierCartwright, JD, Esq.

Yes, everyone needs a will, a trust, or both. These tools ensure that your legacy will be carried out according to your wishes after your passing. A properly prepared trust can also help avoid probate, a public and often expensive court process that becomes necessary when you fail to plan.

Wills and trusts are not just for the wealthy: People with any asset level can benefit from having a clear plan to protect their loved ones, avoid unnecessary legal hurdles, and ensure that their wishes are honored. Even if your savings are modest, these planning tools provide peace of mind and control over what happens after you are gone.

Creating a will or a trust should be a priority for several important reasons, including the following:

Digital Accounts

Almost everyone has at least one account or digital presence online: photos in the cloud, emails, social media profiles, online shopping accounts, online payment platforms, and online banking accounts.

Maintaining Control of Your Legacy and Protecting Beneficiaries

Estate planning helps ensure that your money and property are distributed per your wishes after your death, especially in second marriages. Your estate plan can also protect your beneficiaries’ inheritance from claims by divorcing spouses, creditors, or pending lawsuits.

Questions about your estate plan? Call our office at 561-694-7827 and schedule a consultation. Elder & Estate Planning Attorneys PA, 480 Maplewood Drive, Suite 3, Jupiter, FL

The content of this article is general and should not be relied upon without reviewing your specific circumstances by competent legal counsel. Reliance on the information herein is at your own risk, as it expresses no opinion by the firm on your legal needs. An attorney client relationship is not created through the information provided.

Find Your Perfect Fit

Special Edition Hot Tips

By: Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda Capparelli

“’Cause every girl crazy ’bout a sharp dressed man” – ZZ Top

As October begins, witness wardrobe changes and cooler weather, signaling the best time of the year has arrived (and so have you). Sweaters, boots, and extra cuddles resurface as requirements of Fall, while summer trends and flings fade away. In fashion, as in love, certain things never go out of style—they evolve, adapt, or return new and improved . Today, we will draw a relatable comparison between the pursuit of romantic happiness and the ideal wardrobe that will create your best date night look. You want a good “fit”–right? The Rules.

As always, if you are TAKEN, do share these words of hope with your single, divorced, and widowed family and friends. We are sure you would be thrilled to see your favorite single people smile brighter this holiday season. No one wants to be the fifth or seventh wheel at the dinner party this season. The last quarter of the year can and will be epic. Believe it and own your role in it. This is not a one-man job. Acquire a connector in the know.

Just The Facts.

With the holidays being the biggest trigger for singles, you may catch yourself reminiscing about past loves and daydreaming about what it was like to be a “dynamic duo” during the most wonderful time of the year. You are likely to be yearning for traditional courtship of days gone by. This does still exist–and we enjoy reminding people of this long-forgotten dating norm. We believe in it. Some singles may feel uncomfortable in our modern tech era

(like a fish out of water). This means It’s time to ask for help…privately…and not online. It’s time to get set up by a trusted friend (i.e. your matchmakers). If you are already working with a matchmaker, it’s time to ask and accept their advice. Be open to change and adventure or you will go nowhere. Everything will stay the same and you will feel the same way on December 31st. Open your heart.

The Hunt.

The pursuit of love is much like the hunt for the perfect date night wardrobe. This can take time, experimentation, and timing. You are in luck because we, as matchmakers, are much like the stylists at a fabulous custom boutique, ready to take on the challenge with and for you. Dating is similar to browsing the fashion racks, and both require patience, a little adventure, and the confidence to know when something fits just right. You may be struggling to find your Plus One but that is normal when you know you are in the right place. Bar none, matchmaking is a solid ticket to a happy ending in 2025. The pond is continually restocked, just like any popular boutique.

Try It On.

Have you ever walked into a store and tried on an outfit, but nothing seemed to feel right? Or maybe you’ve found yourself in a fitting room with something that looked perfect on the hanger, but once you put it on, you realize it’s not for you. Dating can feel the same. You may meet someone who checks all the right boxes on paper but doesn’t feel quite right when you’re together. Next, please.

Don’t get stuck on one look. Every date won’t lead to the perfect match–but you must elevate the odds and let someone else do the vetting and setting up for you. You can adjust your expectations on your search and learn more about yourself. Also, don’t forget to work on yourself–this is a bonus for you and your future partner. If you find yourself striking out again and again–ask for help. Don’t be closed minded and blame the date or anyone else. It takes two and consider each encounter as a learning experience to help you become the best version of yourself. Regardless of your age, we should all be able to grow and learn and adapt. That is attractive.

The Perfect Fit.

Patience is a virtue. We recently had a success story of two CEOs in the club. It took the gentleman four months to find his “perfect” fit, and the woman was one and done in her first month! Finding someone you connect with will not always happen overnight. However, the wait will be worth it.

Love can appear unexpectedly (love at first sight). Just don’t settle for a relationship that doesn’t fit your needs and values long-term. A perfect fit is more than just superficial–it also requires the possibility of longevity. Will it stand the test of time? Look for someone emotionally, financially, and physically aligned with you and your dreams for your future.

Trust Your Stylist (aka Matchmaker).

You may feel like you can do it alone, but you can’t. You have a job, and you are not The Pro. You would not do your own doctoring or lawyering, right? Bonding with your matchmaker, being honest, and trusting the constructive advice they may give you will exponentially increase your chances of finding your perfect match that fits like a glove. Hire the best in the business. Be a smart person and connect to the right people at the right time with the right mindset (looking for a true match).

On that note, thank you to our new applicants who have PRE-BOOKED their First Interview in advance. Clients who get started in October have a higher chance of meeting an ideal dating partner before the holidays and the turn of the New Year 2026 for the most important kiss of the year. Make the last three months of this year count. Your future self will thank you later.

We can’t wait to meet you in our gorgeous office on PGA Boulevard–where we have been for ten successful years and counting! Make the last quarter of the year the best part of the year and end with a powerful and lifechanging win!

Xoxo, Kelly & Miranda #FALLinLove #End2025Strong #MatchmakingRoyalty #LeaveYourComfortZone #TellYourFriends

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in the dating industry and a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has been written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, Stuart News, Jupiter Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating clients are pre-screened in person, including background checks and ID verification. Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships, Kelly and Miranda also provide feedback from dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are also available by request for non-members or as an add-on to some memberships.

*All inquiries are confidential *Specializing in representing jetsetting clients with a second home in the Northeast Area. Do call the central hotline at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) to hold your place in the club. Why wait? Just date!

Fall Into Romance

Upscale single, divorced, and widowed clientele are ready to live and love offline and the demand for quality matchmakers is soaring. It’s cuffing season, so do tell your friends and family who are still single. Revolution Dating

specializes in screening and representing clients from the Northeast to Palm Beach for decades. Take a look at the love overflowing out of the Revolution Dating Corporate Headquarters of Love in PGA Commons where they have been established for eleven successful years and counting. He who hesitates is lost, so get “unstuck” and book your first interview today. October is the perfect time to REV-up your love life. #TellYourFriends #FallInLove

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Book Review

Starting Small and Making It Big: A Lifetime of Lessons in Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy

By Nils A. Shapiro

Of the more than 200 books I have reviewed in this column over the past 19-plus years, this is the first that I can recall wanting to bring to your attention a second time. There are several reasons for this.

The first, of course, is that I am confident you will find it exceptionally interesting. Secondly, if anyone you know or really care about is starting out in a career or planning to open a business, these pages are filled with so many invaluable tips for success that you will want to pass a copy along. Among the quoted excerpts on the back of this paperback, from such sources as Ralph Nader, Richard C. Ockerbloom (the retired president of the Boston Globe ) and Adele Fleet Bacow (First Lady of Harvard University) are: “No business majors should conclude their studies without reading this memorable book. Nor should any humanitarian, committed to charity and structural justice … There are so many lessons in this book. I thank Bill for taking the time to document and summarize the many life and business lessons he has to share.”

Perhaps most importantly, at a time when our nation is divided on so many issues—including those between the “haves” and the “have-nots”—this feel-good, inspiring, completely non-political autobiography will remind you of what has always made America so wonderful a land of opportunity.

When I first reviewed this book, I had never heard of the author, Bill Cummings, a native of Massachusetts who, with his wife Joyce, spends a part of each winter at their Palm Beach County home. A mutual friend gave me a copy with no review commitment on my part. I began to skim through the first few pages and immediately enjoyed the writer’s warm and inviting style. By the time I had turned the last page I admired and respected the man enormously, and through his remarkable story felt better about the state of our nation: about the opportunities, entrepreneurship and charity that have always, to me, made America the greatest nation on Earth. My rave review reflected my feelings about the book, which has since gone through many printings as evidence of its wide appeal.

Cummings was born during the Great Depression. He grew up in Medford, Mass., in a modest but loving family, in a one-bedroom apartment above a liquor store, a coin laundry and a taxi stand. His sister, Marion, and he slept in the bedroom, his parents in the living room. Bill’s father, Frank, was an honest, hardworking house painter who instilled in his son the lessons of thrift and value that would guide Bill’s lifelong business success.

When young Bill received his weekly 25-cent allowance he deposited every penny in the bank. At the age of 7, when a construction crew showed up for street repairs in his neighborhood he loaded up his wagon every day with soda pop and orangeade from a grocery store at a nickel a bottle and sold it to the crew at a dime each, then deposited all of those profits in the bank, as well. At Tufts University in Boston, he helped pay his way through school by renting a patch of outdoor space and selling Christmas trees.

In early 201l, Bill Cummings and his wife, Joyce— whom he married in 1966, and who has been his true life partner in every possible way—were invited by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet to join their newly formed Giving Pledge, a small and exclusive group of billionaires who pledge to donate at least half their wealth to philanthropic causes.

So typical of Bill and Joyce is the fact that when the Boston Globe announced their invitation to the Giving Pledge the news came as a shock to Bill and Joyce’s group of close friends with whom they met regularly to play Bridge card games, none of whom had the slightest idea that the Cummings couple were particularly wealthy. Indeed, when Bill’s and Joyce’s three grown children moved out to enjoy their own successful careers—one a pediatrician and none of them taking the easy path of joining the company business—the Cummingses had sold their now “empty nester” large house in favor of a smaller one.

Upon graduating from college, Bill’s first steps took him along the more traditional path of working as a salesman for two major companies. When the opportunity arose for

a promotion he knew he deserved, even though it was finally offered to him Bill felt under-appreciated and made the life-changing decision that it was time for him to start a company of his own.

From that moment on it has been a business story no movie studio would ever accept as a script: “too good to be true; nobody would believe it.” But it is true. And it couldn’t have happened to a more deserving man. It all began in 1966 when he learned that the owner of a local company that made and distributed a fruit juice drink from a special recipe was looking to sell; he was asking $40,000. Bill offered $4,000, stuck to his price and signed the contract. The business grew dramatically when Bill came up with creative ways to increase distribution. Still in his twenties he needed a small bank loan and the bank insisted that his mother co-sign. It was the last time Bill would ever need a bank loan on his way to becoming a billionaire. When he sold the juice firm four years later—including the small office building it came with, which made it his first real estate deal—he received one million dollars from his $4,000 investment!

Half the pages in this 260-page paperback, which contains many wonderful photos, are devoted to the business side of Bill’s career: the sure, steady growth of Cummings Properties into a major developer of more than 100 high-rise projects focused around the suburbs of Boston with millions of square feet of office, research, retail, hospital and medical, restaurant, health club, school, courtroom space—you name it, including in some cases condominiums that serve the concept of a convenient “live here and work here” environment.

At a time in our nation when income inequality, wage stagnation and corporate-employee relations are major issues—none of which are discussed in this non-political book—Cummings Properties offers an example of what enlightened management can achieve. Bill promotes from within, naming managers and even his own successor from among those who have served his company loyally and well.

Every Thanksgiving since 2012 each of the more than 400 full-time colleagues at Cummings Properties and New Horizons (the not-for-profit, non-sectarian assisted living facilities built by the company as a way to help senior citizens), in addition to receiving a fresh or frozen turkey, also receives $1,000 from the company to donate to a local

charity of his or her choice. (That’s more than $400,000 a year.) Recipients have included schools, libraries, parentteacher organizations, Boy and Girl Scout troops, animal shelters, and more.

The other half of the book is devoted to the charities which have touched the hearts of Bill and Joyce Cummings, and to which they now devote most of their lives. The philanthropic Cummings Foundation they formed has to date issued grants totaling more than $600 million to young and deserving charitable causes, many of which have not yet drawn the attention of the giant philanthropic agencies … and Bill Cummings has even placed his real estate company and its profits into the foundation to ensure its ongoing philanthropy.

Over and above all of these are Bill and Joyce’s own personal donations. Here are just several of many examples of what that means.

When Massachusetts decreased funding for his alma mater, Tufts University’s, renowned College of Veterinary Medicine, Bill personally purchased the veterinary college for $50 million and contracted with Tufts to permanently operate the school, thereby never again having to worry about funding. It is now officially named the Cummings College of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University.

In 2009, after Bill and Joyce were emotionally affected by a visit to the Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, Bill set up an interfaith Cummings/Hillel Program for Holocaust and Genocide Education and established long-term programs in this subject at two Boston colleges, each with a $1 million commitment.

In 1994, when Bill and Joyce visited Rwanda 10 years after a genocide had swept across that African nation and resulted in the slaughter of more than 800,000 men, women and children, he committed a $15 million matching grant to establish The University of Global Health Equity, a unique three-part health sciences institution consisting of a treatment hospital, a research laboratory and a medical college, all drawing upon the best minds from Africa. (When that remarkable institution opened, I received an email from Bill with a photo of him smiling happily and a street sign, “Cummings Way,” over his shoulder. He was there to deliver the opening address, and the main street had been named after him.)

If such a book will make you feel really wonderful— and would be a helpful and inspiring guide filled with success tips for someone you care about—and you still need one more reason to order a copy, just know that all proceeds from this book go to the Cummings Foundation fund. Copies are available from either Cummings.com/ book or from Amazon.com.

Jewish Voice OCT 2025

in Grants to Combat Antisemitism & Hate, Enhance Jewish Community Security

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JLA Installs New Board of Directors

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MEMENTO

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A Trusted Leader in Breast Health

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Medicare Corner with Kathy O

Important Medicare Changes for 2026: What You Need to Know

Financial Focus

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New Hope and Options for Women After Breast Cancer Surgery

Do I Need a Will or a Trust?

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Fall Into Romance

arts & entertainment

Book Review

Starting Small and Making It Big: A Lifetime of Lessons in Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy