~ November 29, 2021 ~ Community News ~ |
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Updated COVID-19 Protocols |
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Recently, the Federation Pre-Opening Planning Committee met and made the following recommendations to go into effect as of November 29, 2021. The committee will continue to monitor the situation to make additional recommendations, as necessary.
Federation activities are now open. Indoor activities for vaccinated individuals, masking is optional, depending on your own comfort level. It is EXPECTED that unvaccinated individuals will wear a mask when attending any and all Federation indoor activities.
The protocols for outdoor activities has not changed. There is no mask mandate for outdoor activities.
The committee strongly recommends that all individuals become fully vaccinated.
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TODAY!!!
Community-Wide Chanukah Celebration
and Menorah Lighting
Live at Mercato on the Lawn
Monday, Nov. 29 at 5 pm
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Free event for the entire community!
Listen to the Klezmer Revival Band and Temple Shalom Preschool students.
Chef Dalia will be making and selling Israeli style latkes and Sufganiyote.
Enjoy fun, games, music and balloon creations!
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2022 Annual Community Campaign |
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To donate online please click image above.
or call (239) 263-4205
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2022 Annual Community Campaign Kick-Off
HERE FOR GOOD
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Sunday, December 19
2:00 pm
BBQ, Live Entertainment, family-friendly
at the future home of
Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center
Temple Shalom, 4630 Pine Ridge Rd
No Cost to attend with a minimum pledge of $36 pp to 2022 Annual Campaign, otherwise $18 pp
Limited Space
or call (239) 263-4205
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Making a tribute or memorial gift is a wonderful way to honor the memory of a loved one, celebrate someone special in your life or commemorate milestones (such as a birthday, wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, or anniversary). We will send an acknowledgment of your gift to the recipient(s) or their family. |
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Jewish Book Festival
The Jewish Book Festival from
November 9, 2021 to March 17, 2022
offers a wide variety of genres with something for everyone!
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To become a Patron or buy individual tickets, click here.
The JBF is presented by the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples
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The Zoom link will be emailed 2 hours prior to the start of each event. If you registered and do not see the email with the Zoom link, please email Renee' here.
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Zoom Golly Golly Comedy Show
Wednesday, Dec. 1 at 7:00 pm ET
Everyone is invited!
The MCA (Men's Cultural Alliance) has announced that this year's Chanukah candle lighting and comedy night will be offered to the entire greater Naples Community -- without charge.
The December 1 event (7:00pm) will feature candle lighting blessings by Cantor Donna Azu (Temple Shalom) and the humor of nationally famous comedian David Glickman and his Zoom Golly Golly Comedy Show (https://jewishcomedian.com/).
Glickman’s musical comedy celebrates “What’s So Funny About Being Jewish.” featuring song parodies, observational humor, funny slides, and laugh-out-loud stories that all combine for an exciting entertainment experience.. He promises "Hilarious Renditions of All Our Traditions.,” and that the material is "Clean, Clever, and Kosher!"
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Jewish Book Festival
The Light of Days
by Judy Batalion
• Optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major movie
• One of the most important stories of World War II
• Unknown heroes whose exploits were never before chronicled in full
• A spectacular, searing history
Thursday, Dec. 2
2:00 pm, ET on Zoom
In Conversation With Carole Greene
The Zoom link will be emailed 2 hours prior to the start of this event.
If you registered and do not see the Zoom link
To become a Patron or buy individual tickets, click here.
Sponsored by
Women's Cultural Alliance
and
Collier/Lee Hadassah
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Anti-Semitism: Ancient Threat in a Modern World
Guest Speaker:
State Attorney Andrew Warren
Andrew Warren is a strong advocate for Jews and Israel and a passionate speaker about antisemitism. He is a leader in promoting justice and fairness for everyone and remains committed to making neighborhoods safer.
Sunday, Dec. 5
1:00 pm, ET at Beth Tikvah AND on Zoom
Free event for the entire community
To register for the In-Person event at
To register to watch this program on
Andrew Warren was elected as State Attorney of Florida’s 13th Judicial Circuit, Hillsborough County, in November 2016 and re-elected in November 2020. Warren leads an office of approximately 130 prosecutors and 300 total employees whose mission is to build a safer community while promoting justice and fairness for everyone in the criminal justice system.
The event is co-sponsored by: Beth Tikvah, Jewish Community Relations Council and the Israel Advocacy Committee of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples.
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Al Fresco Chanukah Party
and Menorah-Lighting
Sunday, Dec. 5
5:30 pm
Jewish Congregation of Marco Island
991 Winterberry Dr., Marco Island
Everyone is invited to celebrate!
- Chanukah Music
- Complimentary Chanukah Holiday Treats
Please bring your own chair as this is an outdoor event.
Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples
Questions? Call 239-642-0800
Click on the image to read more.
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Mix and Mingle Chanukah Dinner Party
Monday, Dec. 6
4:00-6:00 pm
Grill Room at The Strand
$32+ pp to paid to the restaurant.
Join us for a Hanukkah Buffet Dinner on December 6th, the final day of Hanukkah!
We will light ALL the menorah candles on this festive, joyful celebration that recounts the story of a miracle.
Click the image on the right for more information.
Are you 55+ up, Jewish and single and are looking to meet others? If yes, then this group is for you.
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Pomegranate Society Members
Power of a Woman Brunch
with Special Guest Sybil Baiman
Wednesday, Dec. 8
11:30 am
Ridgway Bar & Grill, $28 pp
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TOP Jewish Foundation
Year-End Tax Planning
Join us to learn how your charitable giving
could help you save taxes.
Wednesday, Dec. 8
Noon on Zoom
For questions, call 813-961-9090
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Jewish Book Festival
Send For Me
by Lauren Fox
Friday, Dec. 10
10:00 am, ET on Zoom
The Zoom link will be emailed 2 hours prior to the start of this event.
If you registered and do not see the Zoom link
To become a Patron or buy individual tickets, click here.
Exclusively Sponsored by
Women's Cultural Alliance
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Jewish Congregation of Marco Island
in cooperation with Jewish Federation of Greater Naples presents
Jewish Film Festival
Opening Day: JACKIE MASON – THE ULTIMATE JEW (THE FINAL PERFORMANCE)
Sunday, December 12, 2021
Film 2:00 PM
Jackie Mason, didn’t always set out to be a comedian. In fact, it wasn’t until he was 30 that he left behind the Orthodox rabbinate for irreverent open-mic nights. Born Yacov Moshe Maza to Orthodox parents, was one of the last survivors of the Borscht Belt comedy circuit that propelled a host of Jewish funnymen, including Jerry Stiller and Rodney Dangerfield, from the Catskills resorts that catered to Jewish vacationers into the American popular imagination. 78 Minutes
Patron Series $85/person ~ Regular Series $75/person ~ Single Tickets $25/person
All films will be shown at the Jewish Congregation, 991 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island, FL 34145 and will also be available via Live Stream from our website: www.marcojcmi.com.
Questions? Please call 239-642-0800
Click on the image to print out the payment form and to view the schedule of films.
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Jewish Genealogy
Tuesday, Dec. 14
10:00-11:30 am EDT, Zoom
Send your RSVP for Zoom link to
Agenda: Potpourri of things/Little of this and that and what you send me?
- How to split your screen?
- How to be more efficient in your searches?
- How to take notes more quickly?
- How to split/export you tree?
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Jewish Book Festival
You're Leaving When? Adventures in Downward Mobility
by Annabelle Gurwitch
Friday, Dec. 17
10:00 am, ET on Zoom and at Beth Tikvah
To become a Patron or buy individual tickets, click here.
Sponsored by
Beth Tikvah
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Now you can shop at Amazon and support Jewish Federation of Greater Naples at the same time.
before you begin to shop and select Jewish Federation of Greater Naples as your charity of choice. Amazon will donate .5% of the price of eligible AmazomSmile purchases to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples.
Happy Shopping!
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The books are always free to participants, a gift from the Harold Grinspoon Foundation in partnership with a local Jewish organization in each community.
Jewish children are eligible to receive age-appropriate books from PJ Library from birth through 12 years old. For more information about PJ Library, click here.
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Additional local organizations. Click each one to take you to their website.
BBYO is using On Demand’s global reach to launch a number of new initiatives with partners that benefit the greater Jewish community. Click here for BBYO On Demand.
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You, the congregation, and the Jewish community can benefit when:
•YOU GET the Jewish enrichment and spiritual nourishment you are seeking.
•YOU GET the rabbinical support you need in times of joy and sorrow.
•YOU RECONNECT with your community and your Jewish roots.
•YOU CAN PARTICIPATE in a variety of services, classes and programs that keep Judaism alive and flourishing in Collier County.
•THE CONGREGATION IS THE INSTITUTION that has sustained the Jewish people for two millennia throughout the world. Chabad, Orthodox, Conservative, or Reform, the Jewish community wins when you join the congregation of your choice.
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Click on each synagogue name to take you to their website.
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Additional Links & Programs |
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ISRAELIS-IN-CT (VIRTUAL) HEBREW CONVERSATION CLUB, 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5-6:30 PM. We welcome all Hebrew levels, from beginner to native speaker! We read and translate Hebrew material, engage in simple conversation, and learn about Jewish and Israeli cultures. It's a friendly group where we share laughter and enjoy a warm camaraderie. INFO HERE.
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Coffee Break with The Deputy Consul General of Israel in Miami: Every Tuesday at Noon on zoom. Meeting ID: 898 2992 8070 Password: Coffee! Register here
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Jewish National Fund offers incredible virtual experiences for you from the comfort of your own home. From cooking events to virtual tours of Israel, you can find the right complimentary program for you at jnf.org/ondemand.
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American Jewish Committee presents ADVOCACY ANYWHERE, which is an ongoing virtual programming series that enables viewers to engage with AJC’s leading expertise, content, and advocacy opportunities from wherever you are, using cutting-edge technology. Click here for AJC programs.
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iVision LIVE webinars. Join the live daily e-sessions on Israel- related topics with people from around the world. Click here to register.
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