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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 […]

A Simchat Torah More Profound than Ever

As Temple Judea gathered to celebrate Simchat Torah this year, their joy was deeper and more profound than ever. They danced with the Torah not just in tradition, but with renewed gratitude — having witnessed the miraculous return of hostages to their families and homeland.       This Simchat Torah, every hakafah carried extra meaning. Every […]

The State of Israel’s Poor Education

If you were in a trivia contest and the difference between winning and losing was based on the following question, would you know the answer? What is the relationship between rocks, a 10-year-old boy, and Tel Aviv?             Let’s make it easier. Do cows prefer Israel? What day of the week qualifies you for lower […]

Community Calendar

Chabad of Singer Island, Juno Beach & The Beaches   1201 S. Harbor Drive, Singer Island 347.276.6985, http://www.jewishsingerisland.com Shabbos Services 10 a.m. 12:15 p.m., Kiddush Luncheon Jewish Women’s Circle The Kabbalah of Havdallah – making Havdallah candles Saturday, November 22 at 7 p.m. Jewish Women’s Circle Menorahs and Martinis – Menorah Craft Tuesday, December 9 […]

Judea Partners with Grove Park Elementary

The Temple Judea TJ team had a wonderful time volunteering at Grove Park Elementary school, reading to students and sharing their love of books. There’s nothing quite like seeing young faces light up during story time. It was a heartwarming experience and a perfect way to give back to our community while kicking off the […]