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Local Happenings from page 7 of Palm Beach County, added, “This event series is more
important than ever as we continue to reaffirm our pride
and solidarity in the State of Israel and celebrate it as a
vibrant and creative society, while reinforcing Federation’s
commitment to Jewish peoplehood.”
IsraelDays began with a variety of free events in honor
of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, at the
Mandel JCC in Boynton Beach and Palm Beach Gardens,
highlighted by a discussion with Holocaust survivor Eta
Levin Hecht, who shared her experience entering into a
Steve Kessel and Adam Dr. Stuart and Mrs. Susan ghetto with her parents in July 1941 until she eventually
Ferezy Feldman made it to the United States. Other highlights included a
film screening of the award-winning documentary “999:
The Forgotten Girls,” and a presentation by Dr. Thomas
M. Cimarusti showcasing videos of Holocaust survivors,
musical performances in the concentration camps, and select
A scene from Clematis Street 50 years ago songs played in the ghettos.
To remember and honor Israel’s fallen soldiers and
• Jewish Addiction Outreach & Support victims of terrorism during Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s
• Domestic Abuse Support Memorial Day, the public is invited to hear first-hand
• Relationships and Decisions Teen Fellows accounts of Israel post-October 7 from a panel including
• Career Connections two current IDF soldiers on May 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. Other
• And more programs include a Shabbat dinner for young adults on
According to Alpert JFS, the need for services continues May 17 hosted by Federation’s Israel emissary Honey Levy,
to grow as the population expands in Palm Beach County. and the Taste of Memories program, which provides the
Emerging from the pandemic, unprecedented economic Jack and Eva Cohen, Len and Barbara Schwartz, Steve community a unique opportunity to honor the lives of five
and mental health challenges have left thousands of people Rappaport, Sandy Hack fallen soldiers by preparing their favorite recipes.
struggling to get by, with more people turning to the agency IsraelDays concludes with ceremonies celebrating
for help than ever before. Israel’s 76th year of independence during Yom Ha’Atzmaut,
“By making a gift to the Alpert JFS 50th Anniversary Israel’s Independence Day, at the Mandel JCC in Boynton
Campaign, donors are investing in individuals and families Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. During these free
during their most challenging times,” said Gary Hoffman, events, guests can enjoy Israeli music, dancing, vendors,
Alpert JFS board chair and president. “It is our goal to a performance by Y-Studs a cappella group, engaging
foster a community where each person, no matter their age, conversations with IDF Soldiers, Israeli food, activities for
background, or current situation, can reach their potential children, and more. The event is on May 19 at the Mandel
and find a path to a safe, secure, and stable life.” JCC, Boynton Beach, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and at the
For 50 years, Alpert JFS has maintained the gold standard Mandel JCC, Palm Beach Gardens, from 2 to 4 p.m.
of social service delivery in Palm Beach County – most For more information, to register for IsraelDays
recently being named the 2023 Hats Off Nonprofit of the programs as well as resources, videos, music and more,
Year (Large Category) by Nonprofits First – and, through the please visit jewishpb.org/israeldays24.
launch of its 50th Anniversary Campaign, plans to remain Dancing to the songs of Neil Diamond Calendar of Events:
the hallmark of excellence for the next 50 years and beyond. All IsraelDays events are free and open to the public.
Blankets of Love Annual Advance registration required.
Beth David Holds Soldiers in Uniform: A Program in Honor of Yom HaZikaron

Fundraising Gala Luncheon Monday, May 13
Si n c e 2 0 2 0 7 p.m.
The Temple Beth David community came out in full T em pl e Judea Mandel JCC, Boynton Beach, 8500 Jog Rd.
force to support the synagogue’s ongoing programming members have
and community engagement at their annual fundraiser at donated over 1,000 Tuesday, May 14
Eastpointe Country Club. Denim and Diamonds was the knitted, crocheted, 7 p.m.
theme for an evening of good food and dancing to the sounds and quilted Blankets Mandel JCC, Palm Beach Gardens, 5221 Hood Rd.
of Nearly Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band. of Love. The Soldiers in Uniform: Hear first-hand accounts of Israel,
The decor and dress for the evening featured black, denim, blankets are donated post-October 7, from a panel including two current IDF
and lots of sparkle. There were silent and live auctions during to St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital, Harmony House, and soldiers. Ofir is a combat soldier from Rehovot, Israel, and
which golf memorabilia, restaurant certificates, and beautiful other local agencies and homeless shelters. Yarden is a lone soldier and combat medic from Boston.
jewelry donated by Golden Anvil in Jupiter were auctioned off. Yarden’s mother will join us to deliver her account of current
The successful event honored congregants Lisa life from a mother’s perspective.
Schulman and Steve Hein for their many years of service
and commitment to the temple community. Israel Around the Table
Friday, May 17
7 p.m. Shabbat dinner
Location will be provided after registration.
Join with other young Jewish adults to experience a
communal Shabbat dinner, hosted by Honey Levy, the Israel
shlicha (Israel emissary) in the Palm Beaches. This event
is organized by Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s
partner OneTable.

Rabbi Bensimhon with Taste of Memories (Virtual Program)
honorees Dr. Lisa Schulman Rabbi Bensimhon with Debra An impactful way to commemorate Yom HaZikaron,
and Steve Hein Binder IsraelDays Annual Series Israel’s Memorial Day, for fallen soldiers and victims of
Provides Opportunities to terror. Learn about the life of five fallen soldiers who gave
their lives in the aftermath of October 7 by preparing their
Connect with State of Israel and favorite family recipes in the unique Taste of Memories
program. Learn more about this and other virtual programs
its People at jewishpb.org/israeldaysresources.

With plentiful opportunities for the community to deepen Yom HaAtzmaut: Israel Independence Day Celebration
its connection with Israel, the popular series IsraelDays Sunday, May 19
returns with powerful free experiences and events 10 a.m.-12p.m.
Lisa Schulman and Steve Steve Hein and sons, Daniel throughout Palm Beach County April and May. Led by the Mandel JCC, Boynton Beach, 8500 Jog Rd.
Hein and Joel Mandel JCC and Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County,
there are a number of ways to learn, honor Israel’s history, 2-4 p.m.
ATTENTION READERS and celebrate its independence. Programs coincided with Mandel JCC, Palm Beach Gardens, 5221 Hood Rd.

The entire community is invited for a day of celebrating
three special days of memory and celebration: Yom HaShoah
This Jewish Community newspaper is monthly to honor Holocaust survivors; Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Israel’s miraculous 76th Independence Day. During this
free event at the Mandel JCC campus in Boynton Beach
direct mailed to 8,000 homes. Please support your Memorial Day, which commemorates fallen soldiers; and and Palm Beach Gardens, guests will hear a performance
Yom HaAtzmaut, to celebrate Israel’s Independence Day.
Jewish businesses and newspaper by advertising “While we are facing adversity on a global scale, by Y-Studs a capella group, enjoy Israeli food, dancing,
and sending your events and photos! IsraelDays sends a powerful message of unity and activities for children, shop from Israeli vendors, and have
We appreciate your business.
community as we all join together in unwavering support a chance to engage in conversations with IDF soldiers. For
561-741-7770 of Israel,” shared Jesse Rosen, president and CEO of more information call 561.712.5221.
www.seabreezepublications.com Mandel JCC.
Michael Hoffman, president and CEO, Jewish Federation Local Happenings on page 10