JEWISH FEDERATION
February 2024
Federation Star
Guest speaker Karen Ezrine to discuss Hadassah’s innovations
Interfaith marriage discussion
Presented by Israel and Overseas committee and Hadassah
By Donna Poach and Dean Garfinkel, CJD members
By Myra Benedikt, IOC Chair
he debate of interfaith unions has been around longer than Tevya and “Fiddler on the Roof.” We invite you to join us for a discussion on interfaith marriage: exploring the opportunities for cultural and spiritual growth Sunday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m. Can it actually strengthen religious beliefs and observance for both faiths? Clergy from both the Catholic and Jewish faiths will join us to explore the viewpoints of their respective religions, followed by a brief Q&A session. Immediately following the Q&A, attendees will be invited to participate in roundtable discussions of the following questions, as well as any related questions anyone wishes to discuss.
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aren Ezrine will speak about the cutting-edge developments and medical innovations emerging from the Hadassah Medical Organization in Israel. Everyone is invited to attend this free program on Thursday, March 28, 2:30 p.m. at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center. Please register for this free program at https://JFGN.regfox. com/karen-ezrinespeaker.
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• Is acceptance by immediate family a necessary part of a solution? • Has your family had any experience with this? • Can acceptance improve numbers of “the faithful” for each religion? • Are Judaism and Catholicism cultures that can successfully coexist in a household? We hope this time together will enrich and enlighten us as we explore interfaith marriage at a time in our cultures when the number of the “faithful” appears to be diminishing. Please register for this free program at https://JFGN.regfox.com/interfaithmarriage-discussion.
Aleeza Ben Shalom LIVE in NAPLES!
The star of Netflix’s Jewish Matchmaking will share her story, show secrets & relationship wisdom, and do live matchmaking on stage! Monday, March 4 • 7:30 - 9:00pm 6:00pm: Pre-event Reception with Aleeza Light nosh and beverages after the show Chabad of Naples • 1789 Mandarin Road
This event is fun for both singles and couples!
Aleeza is the renowned globe-trotting Jewish Matchmaker, captivating audiences worldwide. With her highly popular Netflix show reaching millions of viewers across 130 countries and being translated into 37 languages, she has become a true international sensation. About the live show: Aleeza, inspired by the traditional Jewish matchmaking practice, adds a distinct modern flair in her mission to help Jewish singles across the U.S. and Israel find their soulmates. The hit Netflix series Jewish Matchmaking is a funny, heartfelt and very Jewish take on the ups and downs of finding love. Hear Aleeza discuss the unique issues that Jews face when looking for the right partner, what she learned in her work on the first season, stories from behind the scenes and more. The event will consist of three parts: 1. Aleeza will be interviewed about the Netflix series and reveal some secrets that may shock you. 2. Aleeza will share her wisdom for dating and relationships culled from her years of experience. 3. Aleeza will do live matchmaking on stage! The audience will be taught the secrets of successful matchmaking through the lens of three singles on stage. While interviewing them, Aleeza will teach everyone tactics that work so you can set up your friends, kids, grandkids or whomever you like.
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Tickets: $36 for general admission in advance ($45 at the door) $72 for VIP seating $180 for pre-event reception: cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with Aleeza & VIP seating
For tickets, go to CJLnaples.com or call 239.262.4474 PLEASE HELP US BUILD COMMUNITY! Publishing the Federation Star would not be possible without our advertisers. Please patronize our advertisers and tell them you saw their ad in the Federation Star.
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