New Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner Visits the Miami Beach JCC

This week, we were honored to welcome the Mayor of Miami Beach to the MBJCC. A significant meeting with our CEO, Paul Frishman, marked a milestone in our community's journey.

In-depth discussions unfolded about numerous partnership opportunities and ways to create a positive impact in our community. We delved into ideas for future programming initiatives that promise to bring innovation and enrichment to our members.

Security, a paramount concern for us all, was also at the forefront of our agenda, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.

This visit opens doors to endless possibilities, and we are excited to embark on this journey of growth, collaboration, and community enhancement.

Please stay tuned for more updates as we continue to foster these valuable connections for our Miami Beach community.

Holiday Fitness Schedule

Fitness Center Hours

8 AM – 3 PM

Group Training Schedule

9 – 10:15 AM (MP4)

Yoga Flow with Michael Travis

9 – 10 AM

Holiday Hustle with Andreina Reyna

10 – 10:45 AM

Holiday Burn and Firm with Michelle Schucher

11 – 11:45 AM

Jingle Ride with Michelle Schucher

ALL CLASSES REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION VIA THE “MY J” APP

Mitzvah & Munch Member Appreciation Breakfast

10 AM

Bring the family for brunch and bingo and stay to do a mitzvah by  helping us decorate pillowcases for Israeli families and Israeli soldiers.  Pillowcases will be sent to Israel through our partners at  Operation Gratitude and GEM (Global Empowerment Mission). 

Winter Camp

Exciting winter adventures await your children at the MBJCC Winter Camp! From December 26 to January 5, kids from Pre-K to 6th grade can enjoy a variety of engaging activities. Our offerings include General Camp with sports, swimming, music, and crafts; Sports Camp focusing on skill development in various sports; Travel Camp with field trips for 2nd to 5th graders; Princess Dance Camp for Pre-K and K, and Mady's Dance Camp for K to 6th grade. With kosher lunch and snacks provided, and options for both pre and post-care, it's a perfect blend of fun and learning. Register now!

Fitness With Friends

Why work out alone when you can bring friends? The MBJCC is extending an open invitation to all our group fitness classes. Experience the joy of working out in a community because we all know -

Workouts are Better with Friends!

Registration for Winter 2024 Youth Programs

It's that exciting time of the year again. Get ready to secure a spot in our enriching Youth Programs for Winter 2024.

Make sure to take advantage of this opportunity to ensure your children are enrolled in their favorite activities. Share the warmth of our community by inviting friends and neighbors to join the fun!

Let's make this winter an unforgettable season of growth and joy for our kids at the MBJCC!

Literary Luncheon: Anne Burt, The Dig

12:30 PM

Join us for the January Literary Luncheon featuring Anne Burt, who will discuss her debut novel, "The Dig," on Wednesday, January 10, at 12:30 PM. This gripping story, influenced by the Greek tragedy Antigone, explores themes of love, identity, and loyalty through the lives of Sarajevo-born siblings in a wealthy Midwestern family. Celebrated for its timely commentary on immigration and justice, "The Dig" has been recognized as an IndieNext pick by the American Booksellers Association and spotlighted by The Strand Bookstore in NYC. Anne Burt, also known for her works "My Father Married Your Mother" and "About Face," brings a rich narrative experience to this compelling novel.

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School Day Out

8:30 AM - 4 PM

Our School Days Out program is the perfect solution for those Miami-Dade County public school closings and teacher work days.



Tailored for children in grades K to 5, our action-packed program offers a dynamic mix of camp activities. From igniting creativity in art and unraveling the secrets of science to showcasing their athletic prowess in sports, games, and even a refreshing swim - every moment is a chance to learn, grow, and have a blast!

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Miami Jewish Film Fesitval

REVENGE: OUR DAD THE NAZI KILLER

7:30 PM

NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE. Seventy years after a body is found floating in a river, three middle-aged brothers learn their father, a Holocaust survivor, is responsible for the unsolved murder of an alleged Nazi and set out on a thrilling quest to find the truth.

Miami Jewish Film Fesitval

ELIK & JIMMY

8 PM

SOUTHEAST US PREMIERE. Reflecting the sweeping grandeur of time’s passage like Richard Linklater’s beloved Before trilogy, this Israeli romantic drama is a beautiful chronicle of love’s destiny between two souls as it captures their relationship as it begins, begins again, and deepens over the years.

Miami Jewish Film Festival

THE RETURN FROM THE OTHER PLANET

7:30 PM

NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE. Winner of the Best Documentary Award at the Jerusalem Film Festival, this enthralling film delves into the mysterious life of Yehiel De-Nur, also known by his pen name Ka-Tsetnik 135633, who garnered immense international popularity for his books and today is considered “Israel’s Elie Wiesel.”

Lunch and Learn

Spices and Cooking Demo with chef Rob Rosenthal

12:30 PM

If you’re tired of the same old, same old, this is the class for you! Spices fundamentally enhance the flavor of our foods and bring exciting new flavor profiles to your home cooking. Rob Rosenthal will walk you through the spices you need in your pantry and how to use them to create delicious dishes from around the world right in your own kitchen. From A (Aleppo) to Z (Za’Atar), Rob will tell you about spices from France, Spain, Mexico, Ethiopia, Syria, Morocco, Egypt, Korea, Japan, India and more.

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Miami Jewish Film Festival

WHO ARE THE MARCUSES?

7:30 PM

FLORIDA PREMIERE. This year’s “great documentary” uncovers the fascinating story of a Long Island Jewish couple whose half-a-billion-dollar gift to Israel, the largest single gift in the history of the state, is aimed at inspiring peace and climate action through water tech.

This special premiere event will feature the attendance of Ellen Marcus, Lottie & Howard Marcuses daughter, who will introduce the film and participate in a conversation afterward.

Miami Jewish Film Festival

SAND FLAKES

7:30 PM

SOUTHEAST US PREMIERE. This heartfelt coming-of-age Israeli story set in an isolated Negev town centers on a teenage boy who aspires to be a writer as he grapples with the challenges of growing up and pursuing his artistic dreams.

Miami Jewish Film Festival

THREE OF US

7:30 PM

SOUTHEAST US PREMIERE. Winner of the Best Documentary, Best Directing, and Best Editing prizes at the Jerusalem Film Festival, 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.

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Tu Beshvat Seder Exotic Fruit Tasting

12:30 PM

Join us for a unique Tu Beshvat Seder Exotic Fruit Discovery Session with Inna Lomanov, a renowned fruitarian and founder of the MFT21 Day Program. Inna, a lifestyle expert, chef, and health coach from Long Island, NY, specializes in introducing a fruit-based lifestyle and exotic fruits. Her extensive experience includes creating fruit events, blogging, and coaching in New York and Miami. Inna's MFT21 Day Program integrates face-fitness, yoga, and meditation, promoting a holistic approach to health beyond conventional diets. Born in Ukraine and a former Jewish youth community leader in Brooklyn, Inna is passionate about inspiring healthier living in the Jewish community.

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Miami Jewish Film Festival

SABOTAGE

7:30 PM

SOUTHEAST US PREMIERE. This hybrid documentary utilizes animation, archival footage and live testimony to dramatize the untold story of a women’s underground resistance operation in Auschwitz-Birkenau.

This special premiere event will be accompanied by the presentation of the short film Jack & Sam with film subject & survivor Jack Waksal in attendance.

Benefit Concert with Dumpstaphunk and Karina Rykman

You are invited to a special benefit concert, bringing the community together through music to support our Miami Beach JCC.

Use Promo Code MBJCC to score tickets dedicated to MBJCC members!

Benefit Concert Chairs:

Robert Glick | Randy Gumenick | Michael Tobin | Jason Wiesenfeld

Produced By:

Gideon Plotnicki, GMP Live

Interested in Sponsorships and VIP Packages?

Contact Karen Sepsenwol, Development Director, karen@mbjcc.org

Lunch and Learn

The Deepest Mysteries of the Deep with Rabbi Ed Rosenthal

12:30 PM

Living on Miami Beach, we all love the water. Like the call of the Sirens, the water beckons us. What is it about this, the most common substance on earth that has no color, no flavor, no smell, no form, that mesmerizes us so? We learn about the science of the Ocean, and talk about the conservation of the Sea, but rarely (if ever) do we discuss the spiritual essence of this most mysterious of realms.

Join Rabbi Ed Rosenthal, Founder of Repair the Sea, for a discussion about the deepest mysteries of the Deep.

Rabbi Ed Rosenthal is Founder and CEO of Repair the Sea | Tikkun HaYam, the only Jewish environmental organization that focuses solely on water and the aquatic environment. The Mission of Repair the Sea is to share the spiritual wonders of water and the Sea from a Jewish perspective, promote interfaith harmony and cooperation, and raise awareness and encourage action to address the many threats facing the aquatic environment.

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Collecting and Curating for the 2nd Annual Future Vintage Shop

Ongoing

Bring us your best, gently used treasures to donate to our Future Vintage store, a fashion event to benefit the MBJCC's Everyone Belongs Scholarship Fund. Gently worn apparel, bags, jewelry, scarves and small home furnishings.

For more information contact Karen Sepsenwol, Development Director at karen@mbjcc.org or 786. 395.3763

NEW Early Childhood Academy

Limited spots are available at Miami Beach JCC's NEW Early Childhood Academy for 2 & 3-year-olds!

Give your child a head start on their educational journey in a nurturing environment. If you are a parent or know of families seeking a warm and loving preschool home for their little ones, look no further! Miami Beach JCC's Early Childhood Academy is the perfect place to ignite their curiosity and foster their growth.

Don't miss this amazing opportunity! Reserve your child's spot today by contacting Director Rosalynd Sejas at rosalynd@mbjcc.org or x221

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