Jewish Federation

A new course exploring Jewish medical ethics will be offered in Sarasota starting this Fall. Jewish Medical Ethics: A 21st Century Discussion will explore how traditional Jewish principles apply to contemporary medical issues, such as passive euthanasia, artificial reproductive technologies, cloning and more. Rabbi Jennifer Singer will lead the 10-session course, which is designed to provide participants with a range of perspectives on these multi-layered topics.

Holocaust Remembrance Day, or Yom HaShoah, is a day to remember the 6 million Jews who were killed during the Holocaust. It commemorates the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and is observed on the 27th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan. Synagogue services, public vigils, and memorial ceremonies are all part of the commemorations.

Philanthropist Stephen Saks gives an additional $11 million to other Southwest Florida organizations.

The Jewish Film Festival of Southwest Florida presents a diverse selection of bilingual Jewish films.

Kristallnacht event features survivor protected in Amsterdam

In response to a sharp rise in antisemitism, communities are coming together to find solutions. A workshop organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples focused on exploring ways to foster safer environments for students.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples community event features a memorial service and Gulfshore Playhouse performance.

A Cape Coral man was arrested last week for the attack.

The Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center opened January 15th in Naples.

Jane Schiff was selected from three finalists at the Community Foundation's ENPY Awards Aug. 18