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Monday, February 10, 7:30 PM
Israeli Film Series
The Three of Us
Winner of three awards at the Jerusalem Film Festival, including Best Documentary, Best Editing, and Best Directing, The Three of Us is an extraordinarily moving film about a young ultra-Orthodox couple who challenge Israel’s established norms by integrating their autistic son into society. Their courageous journey delves into the intricate interplay of love, faith, and self-discovery, as they risk everything to do what they believe is right. Through their struggle, they defy preconceived notions, wholeheartedly embrace parenthood, and embark on a quest to find their rightful place in the world.
Part of JDAIM - Jewish Disability Awareness & inclusion Month.
Israeli Film Night is presented in partnership with The Miami Jewish Film Festival and generously sponsored by South Pointe Tavern.
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Friday, February 7, 11 AM
Play Masterclass with John Dalton
Appropriate
Join Theater Theory instructor John Dalton for an insightful masterclass on Appropriate, the darkly comic American drama by Pulitzer finalist and Obie Award winner, Jacobs-Jenkins. This unique class offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of this intense family saga, which delves into the unraveling of hidden secrets and long-buried resentments when the Lafayette family comes together to manage their late patriarch’s estate. Explore the complex dynamics and powerful themes at the heart of this captivating play.
Note: Matinee tickets must be purchased in advance and are sold separately from the masterclass
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Florida JCC Virtual Author Series
Monday, February 10, 3:30 PM
Target Tehran
Ilan Evyatar
Join us for our virtual FL JCC Author Series with Ilan Evyatar, Target Tehran; How Israel is Using Sabotage, Cyberwarfare, Assassination to Stop a Nuclear Iran and Create a New Middle East
Target Tehran provides a comprehensive account of how Israel’s decades-old intelligence agency, Mossad, has conducted operations with the purpose of preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power.
llan Evyatar is a former editor-in-chief of the award-winning magazine The Jerusalem Report, and a former News Director, columnist, and senior contributor at The Jerusalem Post.
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Wednesday, February 12, 9:15 AM
JCC-U Day of Learning: A Day Full of Discovery, Conversation, and Connection
9:15 AM - Coffee, Conversation, and Surprise Topic
Start your JCC-U Day with the perfect blend of coffee, engaging conversation, and a dash of surprise topics. Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff will host this lively discussion.
10:00 AM - Choose One:
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Music History with Dr. Alan Mason
Each week, Alan introduces key moments in music history that shaped the melodies we love.
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Chair Yoga with Marta Molnar
Experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, seated format, accessible to all, offering balance and mindfulness.
11:15 AM - Choose One:
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Art History with Dr. Batia Cohen
An engaging class exploring the masterpieces that have shaped art history.
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Spiritual Movement & Torah Meditation with Havi Heber Kunis
Deepen your spiritual practice and personal growth through the teachings of the Torah through physical movement and .
12:30 PM - Lunch and Learn
Join us for a weekly lunch and learn with a special guest - Tu B'Shvat Seder with Mytyl Simancas-Bister and Film Screening at Miami Beach JCC
Join us this Tu B'Shvat for a special celebration featuring two inspiring films about influential figures from Yeroham: Dr. Moshe Landsman and Rahma Sandrussi.
Dr. Moshe Landsman has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of Yeroham, while Rahma Sandrussi’s dedication to the community has left a lasting impact.
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Sunday, February 16, 2PM
Appropriate at GableStage
Don’t miss your chance to see Appropriate at GablesStage, a darkly comic American drama by Pulitzer finalist and Obie Award winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. With only 10 tickets available, this exclusive matinee performance will take place on Sunday, February 16 at 2:00 PM.
Want to dive deeper into the play before the performance? Join us for a special Masterclass with John Dalton at the Miami Beach JCC on Friday, February 7 at 11:00 AM. (Separate RSVP required)
Get ready for one unforgettable family reunion — straight from Broadway to the stage!
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Wednesday, February 19, 9:15 AM
JCC-U Day of Learning: A Day Full of Discovery, Conversation, and Connection
9:15 AM - Coffee, Conversation, and Surprise Topic
Start your JCC-U Day with the perfect blend of coffee, engaging conversation, and a dash of surprise topics. Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff will host this lively discussion.
10:00 AM - Choose One:
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Music History with Dr. Alan Mason
Each week, Alan introduces key moments in music history that shaped the melodies we love.
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Chair Yoga with Marta Molnar
Experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, seated format, accessible to all, offering balance and mindfulness.
11:15 AM - Choose One:
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Art History with Dr. Batia Cohen
An engaging class exploring the masterpieces that have shaped art history.
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Spiritual Movement & Torah Meditation with Havi Heber Kunis
Deepen your spiritual practice and personal growth through the teachings of the Torah through physical movement and .
12:30 PM - The Barbara Eisenberg Literary Series: Rachel Beanland, The House Is on Fire
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Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 PM
The Barbara Eisenberg Literary Series:
Rachel Beanland, The House Is on Fire
Best-selling author Rachel Beanland will discuss her latest novel, This House is on Fire, at the JCC’s The Barbara Eisenberg Literary Luncheon.
Set in Richmond, Virginia, 1811, the novel follows four people whose lives become forever intertwined after a devastating theater fire on Christmas night. Their decisions in the heat of the moment will impact countless others.
Rachel Beanland is also the author of Florence Adler Swims Forever and is the 2023-2024 Writer in Residence at the University of Richmond.
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Join Us for a Powerful Evening with Noa Tishby & Emmanuel Acho!
Step into a transformative experience with acclaimed activist Noa Tishby and renowned speaker Emmanuel Acho as they unite for a dynamic and thought-provoking exchange. In this powerful conversation, Noa and Emmanuel will explore what it takes to foster understanding, challenge stereotypes, and inspire courage in the face of division. Through their engaging dialogue, we’ll uncover ways to break taboos, create common ground, and build bridges across differences.
Emmanuel Acho- #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, former NFL linebacker and Fox Sports Analyst.
Noa Tishby - An Israeli actress, producer and activist. She is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and Israel’s former Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism and Delegitimization.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a conversation that will leave you empowered and motivated to make meaningful change.
Reserve Your Seat
Thursday, Feb 27, 2025 | 7:30pm
Barry University Shepard and Ruth K. Broad Center for the Performing Arts
11300 NE 2nd Ave Miami Shores, FL 33161
Tickets:
VIP $250 - includes one copy per household of "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew"
Preferred $100
General Admission $36
*Transportation will be provided from the David Posnack JCC
located at 5850 S Pine Island Rd, Davie FL 33328
For questions contact Nancy Cohen at ncohen@dpjcc.org
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