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Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens 6100 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens 624-2223, http://www.jewishgardens.com Morning Services Sundays, 9 a.m. Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. Evening Services & Jewish Life 101 Monday to Thursday, 5 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m., Hebrew School Mondays 8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom Tuesdays 8:30 a.m., Worldwide Wisdom 11 a.m., Hebrew Literature 1 p.m., […]

Choosing the Right Timing and Method for Distributions

Estate planning is not only about how much each child receives — it is also about when and how they receive their inheritance. The timing and structure of distributions can make a significant difference in how effectively those funds support your children.             For a financially responsible adult child, a lump sum distribution may be […]

Financial Focus®

AI In Personal Finance: The Promise And The Limits Your smartphone buzzes with an alert: Your budgeting app has spotted an unusual spending pattern and suggests transferring $50 from your savings account to your checking account. Later that day, a robo-advisor automatically rebalances your investment portfolio. Welcome to the age of artificial intelligence (AI) in […]

Dating

The Singles Scene Column© Preparation For Bliss In 2026. “You can’t create directions of where you want to go, unless you know where you are starting from.” ~~Mel Robbins       Happy New Year to our clients, couples, and readers. Together, let’s make this year the best year of your life. As always, do share this […]

JFS Empowers Next Generation to Stand Up Against Hate

Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service has announced an expansion of its acclaimed Relationships & Decisions teen education program, thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Palm Beach County Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred at the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. The funding will enable Alpert JFS to deepen its investment in […]

8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving Kicks Off with Inspiring Community Generosity

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and its Kohl Jewish Volunteer Center launched the holiday season with an inspiring display of generosity during their annual 8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving initiative. This year’s Thanksgiving food drive showcased the strength of our community coming together to support families in need.       The effort featured two […]

Miles of Smiles Offers Fun, Inclusive Engagement

Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens recently launched Miles of Smiles, a collaboration between the Mishpacha Program — a volunteer-powered support network dedicated to providing emotional, spiritual, and practical care for Jewish individuals of all ages — and Chabad Hebrew School. The initiative was spearheaded by Ariana Zachary, a certified K–12 special educator with over a […]

How to Heal a Traumatized Nation

Just weeks ago, we finally exhaled. The war that felt endless, the nightmare that haunted our days and nights, has quieted — for now. The living hostages are home. The tears of a nation still flow, but now they mingle with tears of gratitude. Yet beneath the joy, there is something raw, something restless. The […]

“Not a Dry Eye Among Us”: Temple Judea’s Journey to Israel

All 25 of us are together in Jerusalem, celebrating Shabbat after the most incredible, life-changing week of touring Israel. Our hearts are so full we can barely contain it.       We started in Tel Aviv — from the Peace and Innovation Center to a vibrant tasting tour at the Carmel Market, from standing in the […]

Tip Of The Tail

Choosing The Right Dog: Breed Selection And Adoption As a veterinarian, one of the most common questions I’m asked by prospective dog owners is, “What breed should I get?” This seemingly simple question opens the door to a much broader and more important conversation—one that involves lifestyle compatibility, health considerations, and the choice between adopting […]