Events for Everyone!
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From the inspiring to the educational, the adorable to the thought-provoking, there's an event on the Shalom Orlando calendar to match your every interest. This is the place to learn about the upcoming events across all facets of Shalom Orlando and engage with the causes and curiosities that speak to you. Check this page often as events are updated regularly...
Congregation Ohev Shalom Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Event Description: Friday night Shabbat Services
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: http://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Chavurah Gathering
Chavurah Gathering
Please join us for the Chavurah Gathering on Friday August 15th!
Last week of summer celebration!
Learn some new songs with song leader Meredith Hirschberg!
We are planning a simple meal of Pizza
Please feel free to bring appetizers or desserts!
Details:
Friday, August 15th, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
American Legion Hall
271 W Plant St Winter Garden, FL
Other Happenings!
There is so much going on in the Jewish community in Winter Garden
Stay tuned for exciting announcements about High Holidays
The High Holidays are coming and tickets for Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner are going fast! We will open sales to the community tomorrow - so please get your tickets now.The Nice Jewish Runners Group meets (almost) every Sunday at 7:30 at the Splash pad in Winter Garden - Contact Tom ButlerThe 50+ group is meeting regularly (contact Marcy Stollen)Keshet is a group for 4-8 year olds that meets twice a month (Contact Yaarit Ran)Hebrew School run by Chabad in Winter Garden (Contact Deb Silberstein)Adult Education EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT JUDAISM IS IN THE BOOK OF GENESIS- August 11th at 7:00PM
Adam Cohn and Randa Marder
Tot Shabbat at Temple Israel
Tot Shabbat is a joyful and engaging program geared toward families with young children, ages birth to 1st grade (older siblings are welcome too). This 45-minute program includes Shabbat themed songs, stories, a Torah parade, simple blessings, and snacks too! Please RSVP to Penelope Neely at penelope.neely@gmail.com by August 13th.
Organizer/Organization Name: Penelope Neely/Temple Israel
Contact Email: penelope.neely@gmail.com
Contact Phone:
Website or Registration Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/757679113310747
Bornstein Leadership Alumni Happy Hour
Calling all Bornstein Leadership Alumni – it's time for a reunion! Join us for happy hour and bowling at Primrose Lanes Bowling and Sports Bar from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 19. Reconnect with your former classmates, meet other like-minded individuals, and further your networking opportunities – all while having fun. Feel free to bring a date – the more, the merrier!
Organizer/Organization Name: Shalom Orlando
Event Fee: $36
Website or Registration Link: https://shalomorlando.org/bornstein-leadership
Temple Israel Sisterhood Membership Kickoff Breakfast
Event Description: Join us for a kickoff breakfast for Sisterhood members. You do not need to be a member of Temple Israel to join. Bring an item to donate to Safehouse of Seminole to help them provide short and long-term housing for women, teens, and children affected by domestic violence.
Organizer/Organization Name: Temple Israel Sisterhood
Contact Email: shamestempleisrael@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (321) 439-3024
Website or Registration Link: http://templeisraelevents.com
Kabbalah One Class
Event Description: Shalom Orlando's Kabbalah class
Organizer/Organization Name: Shalom Orlando
Website or Registration Link: https://shalomorlando.org/
Labor Day - Shalom Orlando - fitness open 8:00AM-1:00PM
Labor Day - Shalom Orlando offices closed. Fitness open 8:00AM-1:00PM.
Art of Jewish Joy
Come experience The Art of Jewish Joy with Arielle Zorger on Sunday, September 7, at 5:00 p.m.
Discover your inner artist at this Freestyle Paint Night led by Arielle Zorger, a full-time artist and maker from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, known for her joyful, hand-painted creations that bring color and happiness to modern Jewish homes. Begin the evening with delicious appetizers, then dive into a guided paint session to create a beautiful masterpiece on canvas. This event is open to adults, and no prior art experience is needed. Cost is $50. Come unwind, connect, and let your creativity shine! Learn more about Arielle at ArielleZorgerDesigns.com
RSVP by emailing Carol Feuerman at Carol.Feuerman@ShalomOrlando.org.
Hadassah Orlando Welcome Back Luncheon
Join us for a conversation with Iranian-American, Dr. Sheida Jahani, Ph.D., who will offer her perspectives on the people and governments of Iran and Israel, with an emphasis on the role of women in the two countries.
Organizer/Organization Name: Orlando Chapter of Hadassah
Contact Email: orlando@hadassah.org
Contact Phone: (877) 949-1818
Website or Registration Link: https://events.hadassah.org/ORL925
Event Fee: 20
Remembering the Darkness – Rising with Hope
Second annual commemoration service in memory of the victims of the October 7, 2023 attacks
Congregation Ohev Shalom - Kitah Gan Kabbalat and Kibbutz
http://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Event Description: Friday night Shabbat Services
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Introduction to Rabbi Jordan Gerson, Central Florida Hillel Executive Director
Join us for an intimate conversation with Orlando community members about the evolving landscape of Jewish student life at UCF and across Central Florida. This special gathering offers the opportunity to meet Central Florida Hillel’s new Executive Director, Rabbi Jordan Gerson, and hear his vision for strengthening Jewish life on campus. Learn how Hillel is supporting and inspiring over 6,000 Jewish students. and how you can be part of shaping the next generation of Jewish leaders.
Organizer/Organization Name: Central Florida Hillel
Contact Email: andie.gerszuny@centralfloridahillel.org
Contact Phone: (305) 607-5982
Website or Registration Link: http://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/o-rAJkOl2uklavfkvpJbgg?t=1753927977
Congregation Ohev Shalom - COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
http://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Event Description: Friday night Shabbat Services
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Congregation Ohev Shalom - COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
Friday night Shabbat Services /COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
TOP's Annual Appreciation Donor Event
Event Description: This is TOP Jewish Foundation's annual event in appreciation of donors and fund holders in the Orlando Community. The event includes dinner and speakers.
Organizer/Organization Name: TOP Jewish Foundation
Contact Email: hayley@topjewishfoundation.org
Contact Phone: (813) 961-9090
Website or Registration Link: https://topjewishfoundation.org/events/
Third Annual Orlando FIDF Solidarity Night
Join us and the Orlando Jewish Community for the third annual seated dinner and program, honoring and supporting the FIDF.
Registration to open later this year.
Congregation Ohev Shalom - COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
Congregation Ohev Shalom - Fall Maj Fun
Description: Save the Date on your calendar for Ohev’s annual mahjong event! Food, fun, prizes and more! Stay tuned for the upcoming formal announcement!
Contact person: Es Cohen
Contact email: ecohen730@gmail.com
Congregation Ohev Shalom - Kabbalat Shabbat Services
COSUSY Kabbalat Shabbat and Kibbutz
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: office@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/virtualservices
USY Sub-Regional Convention
Contact email: Educator@ohevshalom.org
Contact phone number: 407-298-4650
Website link: TBA
USY Sub-Regional convention for 6th-12th graders.
PJ Library's PJ Our Way Back to School
PJ Our Way Back to School
Organizer/Organization Name: Shalom Orlando
Website or Registration Link: https://shalomorlando.org/pjlibrary
Orlando Hadassah Annual Game Day
Join us for a fun day of Mahj Jongg, Rummikub, Scrabble, or cards.
Organizer/Organization Name: Orlando Chapter of Hadassah
Contact Email: susanl1@icloud.com
Contact Phone: (877) 949-1818
Website or Registration Link: https://events.hadassah.org/OrlandoGameDay25
Event Fee: 20
Temple Israel Sisterhood Paint by Numbers
Event Description: Everyone ages 12 and up is welcome to attend! Purchase paint-by-number kit projects directly from Michaels or Amazon and bring them with you! Please note: If glasses or additional lighting are preferred, please plan to bring these items as they will not be provided.TI Sisterhood Members $5., Nonmembers $10.
Organizer/Organization Name: Stefanie Shames/Temple Israel Sisterhood
Contact Email: shamestempleisrael@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (321) 439-3024
Website or Registration Link: http://www.templeisraelevents.com
Temple Israel Tot Shabbat
Event Description: Tot Shabbat is a joyful and engaging program geared toward families with young children, ages birth to 1st grade (older siblings are welcome too). This 45-minute program includes Shabbat themed songs, stories, a Torah parade, simple blessings, and snacks too! Please RSVP to Penelope Neely at penelope.neely@gmail.com by July 16th.
Organizer/Organization Name: Penelope Neely/Temple Israel
Contact Email: penelope.neely@gmail.com
Contact Phone:
Website or Registration Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1930507234362815
Independence Day - Shalom Orlando - fitness open 8:00AM-1:00PM
Shalom Orlando offices closed. Fitness open 8:00AM-1:00PM
Temple Israel Sisterhood Presents Speaker Reuven Fenton, Author of the Book Goyhood: A Novel
This event is online-only
If selected, provide the virtual link or details below.: http://templeisraelevents.com
Event Description: Reuven Fenton, Author of the book Goyhood: A Novel will speak via Zoom. Register for this free event at templeisraeevents.com to get the Zoom link.
Organizer/Organization Name: Stefanie Shames/Temple Israel Sisterhood
Contact Email: shamestempleisrael@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (321) 439-3024
Website or Registration Link: http://www.templeisraelevents.com
Congregation of Reform Judaism June Tot Shabbat
Event Description: Celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Jackson, Soloist Laurie & Friends. Enjoy singing, stories, snack and a craft project.
Organizer/Organization Name: CRJ
Contact Email: sweissman@crjorlando.org
Contact Phone: (407) 645-0444
Website or Registration Link: https://www.crjorlando.org/form/totshabbatrsvp
Congregation Ohev Shalom - Machaneh Ohev
Camp for rising Pk-8th graders
Organizer/Organization Name: Amy Geboff Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: educator@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/form/machaneh-ohev-2025
Congregation Ohev Shalom Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Join us for a Blintz Bar and Tikkun Leil Shavuot Learning Session with Rabbi Spector: "The 10 Commandments as a Blueprint for the Hebrew Bible" followed by Erev Shavuot Service
Organizer/Organization Name: Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: clergyasst@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: http://www.ohevshalom.org/event/tikkun-leil-shavuot1.html
Congregation of Reform Judaism's Say Cheese! A Shavuot Program
Join us to celebrate Shavuot with a pizza dinner, have a Havdalah service and then fun craft projects
Organizer/Organization Name: CRJ
Contact Email: sweissman@crjorlando.org
Contact Phone: (407) 645-0444
Website or Registration Link: https://www.crjorlando.org/form/saycheeseprogram
Gotlib Jewish Academy Presents: Annie
Event Description: Leapin’ lizards! Get ready for a heartwarming adventure as little orphan Annie leaves behind the hard-knock life of Miss Hannigan’s orphanage in search of her parents—with a little help from billionaire industrialist Oliver Warbucks and his assistant Grace Farrell. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this iconic rags-to-riches story proves that a little hope and optimism can go a long way. With toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and a whole lot of heart, Annie will leave you smiling from ear to ear. Brought to life by the students of Gotlib Jewish Academy and directed by Mr. Eric.
Organizer/Organization Name: Gotlib Jewish Academy
Contact Email: jdrazen@myjao.org
Contact Phone: (407) 647-0713
Website or Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annie-presented-by-gotlib-jewish-academy-tickets-1303335534669
Temple Israel Tot Shabbat
Event Description: Tot Shabbat is a joyful and engaging program geared toward families with young children, ages birth to 1st grade (older siblings are welcome too). This 45-minute program includes Shabbat themed songs, stories, a Torah parade, simple blessings, and snacks too! Please RSVP to Penelope Neely at penelope.neely@gmail.com by May 14th.
Organizer/Organization Name: Penelope Neely/Temple Israel
Contact Email: penelope.neely@gmail.com
Contact Phone:
Website or Registration Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1002399138657483
Gotlib Jewish Academy Presents: Annie
Event Description: Leapin’ lizards! Get ready for a heartwarming adventure as little orphan Annie leaves behind the hard-knock life of Miss Hannigan’s orphanage in search of her parents—with a little help from billionaire industrialist Oliver Warbucks and his assistant Grace Farrell. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this iconic rags-to-riches story proves that a little hope and optimism can go a long way. With toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and a whole lot of heart, Annie will leave you smiling from ear to ear. Brought to life by the students of Gotlib Jewish Academy and directed by Mr. Eric.
Organizer/Organization Name: Gotlib Jewish Academy
Contact Email: jdrazen@myjao.org
Contact Phone: (407) 647-0713
Website or Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annie-presented-by-gotlib-jewish-academy-tickets-1303335534669
Congregation of Reform Judaism's May Tot Shabbat
Celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Jackson, Soloist Laurie & Friends. Enjoy singing, stories, snack and a craft project.
Organizer/Organization Name: CRJ
Contact Email: sweissman@crjorlando.org
Contact Phone: (407) 645-0444
Website or Registration Link:https://www.crjorlando.org/form/totshabbatrsvp
Tal Ramon Life Concert and Inspirational Talk
Join us for a concert and inspirational talk in partnership with the Israeli American Council from Tal Ramon, an Israeli musician and public speaker! Tal is performing at the Shalom Orlando Auditorium on Thursday, May 1. Donations of $18 are appreciated. Registration is required – RSVP here!
YOM HAZIKARON - Israel's Memorial Day
Event Description: יום הזיכרון לחללי מערכות ישראל ונפגעי פעולות האיבה 2025 Remembrance Day for the Fallen Soldiers of Israel’s Wars and Victims of Acts of Terrorism
Organizer/Organization Name: IAC , Israeli Scouts Tzofim
Contact Email: zkurlansik@israeliamerican.org
Contact Phone: (407) 760-5436
Website or Registration Link: https://iac360.org/iac-events/yhzcfl/
Congregation of Reform Judaism Sisterhood April Showers Mah Jongg Tournament
Attend Sisterhood's annual Mah Jongg tournament. Lunch & Snack will be provided.
Organizer/Organization Name: CRJ
Contact Email: sweissman@crjorlando.org
Contact Phone: (407) 645-0444
Website or Registration Link: https://www.crjorlando.org/form/sisterhoodmahtournament
Event Fee: 40
Temple Israel Paint by Numbers with Sisterhood
Open to everyone ages 12 and up who can sit and paint for 2 hours per session. Sign up for one or all sessions. Purchase your kit from Amazon or Michaels and bring it with you.
The fee is $5 per session for Sisterhood members and $10 for nonmembers. Other dates are March 30 and April 27.
Contact Email: shamestempleisrael@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (321) 439-3024
Website or Registration Link: http://www.templeisraelevents.com
Temple Israel Sisterhood Yoga
Yoga class with instructor Stephanie Marhon in the Temple Israel Social Hall. Only $10 per class.
Contact Email: shamestempleisrael@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (321) 439-3024
Website or Registration Link:http://www.templeisraelevents.com
Congregation Ohev Shalom Hebrew School Prospective Family Open House
Prospective students and parents are invited to see us in action and spend the day at Hebrew school
Organizer/Organization Name: Amy Geboff/Congregation Ohev Shalom
Contact Email: educator@ohevshalom.org
Contact Phone: (407) 298-4650
Website or Registration Link: https://www.ohevshalom.org/event/openhouse2025
Tot Shabbat at Temple Israel
Tot Shabbat is a joyful and engaging program geared toward families with young children, ages birth to 1st grade (older siblings are welcome too). This 45-minute program includes Shabbat themed songs, stories, a Torah parade, simple blessings, and snacks too! Please RSVP to Penelope Neely at penelope.neely@gmail.com by April 16th.
Organizer/Organization Name: Penelope Neely/Temple Israel
Contact Email: penelope.neely@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (443) 224-8704
Website or Registration Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/9482982905123691
Annual Community 2nd Night Seder at Temple Israel
Join Rabbi Joshua Neely and Temple Israel for a meaningful 2nd night seder for all ages. Enjoy your choice of entree, gefilte fish, matzo ball soup, tzimmis, dessert and more. Sign up at templeisraelevents.com by Sunday, April 6th. Open to the entire community.
Organizer/Organization Name: Temple Israel
Contact Email: manager@tiflorida.org
Contact Phone: (407) 647-3055
Website or Registration Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1026703729309650
Congregation of Reform Judaism April Tot Shabbat
Celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Jackson, Soloist Laurie & Friends. Enjoy singing, stories, snack and a craft project.
Organizer/Organization Name: CRJ
Contact Email: sweissman@crjorlando.org
Contact Phone: (407) 645-0444
Website or Registration Link: https://www.crjorlando.org/form/totshabbatrsvp
Don't forget to check out our Community Calendar to get a bird's eye view of upcoming events including community events throughout Central Florida.
For more information or assistance, call 407-645-5933 or email lisa.green@ShalomOrlando.org