Chabad Naples news

Rabbi Fishel Zaklos

Our well-attended Kabbalah course was amazing, and we look forward to your joining us for the next course, which begins in January. Winter: Advice for Life is based on The Lubavitcher Rebbe's “Guidance for Leading a More Purposeful Life.” The Rebbe's spiritual leadership is the force behind the modern Chabad movement. Join us for a multimedia journey through the Rebbe's practical wisdom on work, family, health and well-being. Discover how the Rebbe applied Jewish values to serve as a guide for finding deeper meaning in everyday life.

Our informative course runs for six weeks: Jan. 30 through March 5. Call the office for further information.

Men’s Club and Parsha Class

Wednesday at 11:30 a.m., the Men’s Club offers meaningful conversation and Torah classes. Call the office for more details.

Parsha Class is held Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m. Rabbi Fishel gives a parsha class to which men and women are invited.

“Busy in Brooklyn” Chanie Apfelbaum

The “Celebration of Jewish Life” program, hosted by Chabad of Naples, provides opportunities to come together for cultural experiences, and to explore the richness and diversity of Jewish life.

The January event features Chanie Apfelbaum, cookbook author and founder of the popular blog “Busy in Brooklyn.”

Join us Monday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. at Chabad of Naples, where Apfelbaum will be in conversation with Ettie Zaklos. Tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at the door) and include two desserts from Apfelbaum’s book “Totally Kosher” during the book-signing reception following her presentation. For tickets and details, visit CJLnaples.com or call 239-262-4474.

Groundbreaking celebration

After two years of relentless effort, persistence and unwavering dedication, we are delighted to announce that the Big Build expansion has received complete approval from the City! The project will provide our campus with much-needed additional classrooms, a STEM room, a library and a rooftop terrace and assembly space for Chabad's programming for the wider community.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, we will be hosting a communitywide "Groundbreaking Celebration" on Jan. 19 at 9 a.m. Please mark your calendar for this special event, where we will formally celebrate the onset of construction.

We are blessed to share that we have reached $5 million raised for the Big Build! We still need $2.5 million to secure a bright future for our community and we invite you to partner with us to at www.naplesbigbuild.com.

Shabbat and Kiddush luncheon

Join us weekly for uplifting Shabbat services with meaning, melody and humor. All are welcome; Hebrew/English prayer books used. One of the weekly highlights has always been the Kiddush luncheon at 12:15 p.m.! The Torah service begins at 11 a.m. and includes the Rabbi’s insights during the Torah reading, which always have a contemporary, meaningful and relevant message.

The Flying Challah and Kosher meals from the heart

Know someone in need of just a little extra love right now? All you have to do is nominate a recipient by sending us an email and we will have it delivered. We will be happy to arrange to have one sent.

Minyan

If you have a yahrzeit or need to say Kaddish, we are always here to help make a minyan during the week. We are so grateful to those who always help us with this minyan service when called. It is amazing to see how the community comes together for each other.

Chabad Naples community care

Chabad of Naples has a special committee of professionals and lay volunteers who are available and trained to visit anyone in need. If you know someone in the hospital or at home who would appreciate a visit, please call 239-261-0772.