High Holy Day Awe-pportunities

JCS Kosher Food Bank Collection Start the New Year with a mitzvah!

As you leave Temple on Rosh Hashanah, pick up an empty bag, fill it with non-perishable kosher food, and return it between September 24 and October 3 to the Mittentag Administrative Office or Temple Lobby. Please ensure all items bear an acceptable kosher symbol. Questions? Contact Becca Lago at b.lago@judeagables.org.

Shabbat Shuvah
Featuring Guest Speaker Rabbi Sivan Navon Shoval
Friday, September 26 at 6:00PM

Join us for Shabbat Shuvah, the sacred Shabbat between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Rabbi Sivan Navon Shoval, visiting from Jerusalem, will share her powerful perspective as a Reform rabbi during and after October 7.

Kever Avot (Cemetery Visits) 
Sunday, September 28 

In Jewish tradition, it is customary to visit the graves of your loved ones before or during the High Holy Day season. Our clergy will be leading services on Sunday, September 28 at these times and locations:

• Lakeside 9:30-10:00am
• Mt. Nebo Kendall 10:00-10:30am
• Mt. Nebo Miami 11:00-11:30am

Survivor & Savior: A Nova Festival StoryShalev Biton & Younes El Krinawi
Thursday, October 2, 2:00-3:00PM

Hear Shalev Biton, a Nova Festival survivor, and Younes El Krinawi, a Bedouin farmer and civilian hero, share their extraordinary story of courage, rescue, and friendship born from October 7. Please Note: The material and images shown for this talk may not be suitable for young children. Childcare will be provided. Click here to register and for more information. This program has been generously sponsored by Giora Israel & Family,  The Lambert Family, The Meyers / Etra Family, The Rosenthal Family and The Yelen / Sasso Family. 

Yom Kippur Meditation led by Alice Lash 
Thursday, October 2, 3:00-4:00pm 

Join Mindfulness Coach Alice Lash for a calming session of mindfulness meditation. Experience guided practices that invite you to sit quietly, breathe deeply, and engage in meaningful introspection. No prior experience is needed—everyone is welcome!   

Yom Kippur Afternoon Service & Tikkun Olam Project
Thursday, October 2, 4:00-5:00PM

Fluoride Forward — a program started by Temple Judea teen Bria Sharpe — partners with local dentists and organizations to distribute oral hygiene care packages to underserved communities. Florida is one of only two states nationwide that has removed fluoride from its water, leaving many vulnerable. Join the Social Action Network in collecting, donating, and assembling care packages. In just one hour, you can make a real difference in the lives of others.  Click here for more information

Break-the-Fast
Thursday, October 2, 6:30-7:30PM

As Yom Kippur comes to a close, join us to break the fast with light refreshments and shared time together.

Annual Sukkah Build  
Friday, October 3, 8:00-9:30AM
Woolworth Family School Plaza (Middle of the Margaux School Classrooms)

Join Rabbi Fisch and the Margaux School families for our annual Sukkah construction event—no experience necessary! All are welcome. For more info, contact Rabbi Jonathan Fisch at j.fisch@judeagables.org.