A Celebration of Jewish Life sneak peek

Rabbi Fishel Zaklos

Coming this season, November through March 2024, Chabad Naples will offer 'Celebration of Jewish Life,’ a unique series that celebrates every aspect of diverse Jewish culture from music and theater to cooking and matchmaking — and did we mention sports and comedy?

Let us whet your appetite. Some notable presenters will include author Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, comedian Joel Chasnoff, the Six13 a cappella group, renowned cook and author Chanie Apfelbaum, award-winning photojournalist B.A. Van Sise, children’s author Micah Siva, Netflix’s “Jewish Matchmaking’s” Aleeza Ben Shalom, playwright Tom Dugan and Naples’ own sports authority Ted Epstein. If these names aren't familiar to you now, they certainly will be after you have attended their presentations.

Beginning with bronze level sponsorship, which offers general admission to all events for only $180 (a saving of $100 compared to purchasing tickets individually), there will be different patron levels to cover the events.

You can find details on these opportunities plus full event descriptions, patron benefits, tickets and more at the official website, CJLnaples.com.

Sukkot

Come and join our celebration of Sukkot! Beginning with two lunches under the traditional Sukkah on Shabbat, Sept. 30 at 12:15 p.m. (following the 10:30 a.m. services), and then on Oct. 1. If, at any time during that week, you wish to shake the lulav and hold the etrog, just call the office and come by. Thanks to Seth Mizrachi for creating a beautiful sukkah for the community.

Simchat Torah

A grand Simchat celebration for all ages is scheduled Saturday night live at 7:45 p.m. Men, women and children of all ages, there's always a tremendous, joyous celebration with a party and dancing at Chabad that no one should miss! Come and rejoice with the Torah! Buffet dinner and L'chaim will be served. Celebrate with people who really know how!

Kabbalah course

Have you ever wondered “What is Kabbalah?” and “Why does it generate so much interest?”

Or perhaps you’ve wondered “How does Jewish spirituality work?” and “Can it help me navigate the challenges of everyday life?”

Our new course, The World of Kabbalah, will help you find the answers to those questions.

You will get a comprehensive overview of Kabbalah’s core teachings and see how these ideas offer powerful insights into everyday life, self-understanding and personal growth.

We’d love to have you join us. Our informative course runs for six weeks, Oct. 30; Nov. 7, 13, 20 and 27; and concludes Dec. 4. Call the office for further information.

Shabbat and Kiddush luncheon

Join us weekly for uplifting Shabbat services with meaning, melody and humor. All are welcome. Hebrew/English prayer books. 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.

Hebrew school 2023-2024

Chabad Naples Hebrew School is currently enrolling students for its 2023-2024 Hebrew School year. Our curriculum includes Hebrew reading, Jewish history, mitzvot and Jewish practice, and tefillah (prayer). Lessons are engaging and exciting with lots of projects, activities and discussions that provide meaningful insight into contemporary Jewish life. Hebrew School is held on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Big Build

Chabad of Naples and Preschool of the Arts have launched a capital campaign to extend the campus, thus increasing our facilities to enable much-needed additional preschool and Hebrew school classrooms, expanded summer camp and new spaces for community events.

"The Big Build" is a communityinspired and community-funded effort. Help us make this a reality. Please visit www.NaplesBigBuild.com for more information or reach out!