Honeymoon Israel Expands to South Florida

Honeymoon Israel (HMI), a nonprofit that helps young couples explore Jewish life and build lifelong community, has launched in South Florida in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Broward County, the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, and the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. This new partnership is in addition to HMI’s current […]

Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches Appoints CEO

The Mandel Jewish Community Center of the Palm Beaches announces the appointment of Samantha Klein as chief executive officer. With locations in both Palm Beach Gardens and Boynton Beach, the nonprofit organization is committed to strengthening Jewish life and serving the broader community through enriching programs in culture, education, fitness, aquatics, and family engagement.       […]

Syrian Activist Sparks Hope, Connection

Rebbetzin Chana Vigler recently interviewed activist Rawan Osman. Born and raised in Syria and Lebanon, Rawan grew up immersed in an environment where hatred of Jews was the norm. Her life took a remarkable turn after a chance encounter with Jewish people in Paris. That meeting sparked curiosity, leading her on a journey of discovery […]

The Pet Cottage

Layla The Pet Cottage Launches Quest for a Forever Sanctuary Home       Local Sanctuary Seeks Permanent Home to Keep Its Forever Promise to Pets The Pet Cottage, a Jupiter Farms-based sanctuary that provides lifelong care for pets who lose their human due to death, disability, or deployment, is embarking on an urgent and determined quest […]

The Singles Scene Column©

The Time Is Now!       Have you noticed the holiday sizzle has started early this year? We sure have at the corporate headquarters of love—and it’s electrifying! If you’re single, divorced, or widowed, remember: you have options beyond online dating. If you’re happily coupled, give your single family and friends the gift of hope this […]

8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving Returns Even Bigger and More Impactful than Ever

As the holiday season approaches, the Dorothy and Sydney Kohl Jewish Volunteer Center of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is making it easier for the community to give back through 8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving. This year’s effort is broader and more impactful than previous years, offering eight in-person and eight at-home […]

JFS Appoints Senior Director of Engagement and Development Operations

Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service announces the appointment of Tara Saltzman, PhD, as senior director of engagement and development operations. Alpert JFS is a trusted leader in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children, adults, seniors, and Holocaust survivors across communities from Boynton Beach to Vero Beach.       Dr. Saltzman, a Boca Raton resident, […]

Worshipers Find Inner Clarity, Connection on Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur services at Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens were a truly uplifting and transformative experience for all who attended. The shul was filled to capacity as worshipers gathered in an atmosphere of holiness, unity, and deep introspection. The melodic voices of Rabbi Krinsky and his sons resonated throughout the sanctuary, elevating the prayers and […]

A Time for Everything

As Temple Judea celebrated Sukkot this year, participants were reminded of the words from Ecclesiastes read during the festival: There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.       This Sukkot felt especially meaningful, as the community rejoiced in the news of hostages being released and returning home. The […]

Local Teens Receive Mentorship

At Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens Hebrew School, Jewish education does not end at the Bar and Bat Mitzvah. On CTeen Sundays, teenagers actually enjoy learning Torah for college credits, serving the community with service hours, and receiving mentorship from some of the most successful Jewish leaders in America.       The teens were recently treated […]