A Friend Like Ben
Local entertainer mixes family and fun with a never-ending mission to help others
J Life
Features
In-depth stories from Jewish life in Central Florida. · 291 stories
Farewell to the Weils AND Hello, Hunter
Community pillars Sharon and Aaron Weil are making Aliyah, but they leave a lasting Jewish legacy here in Central Florida
BIG Feelings, BIG Opportunities
When our children lash out with their feelings, that’s our cue to raise their emotional intelligence
Get on the Bus!
From the comfort of their skoolie, this local family is embracing life’s adventure one exotic bus stop at a time
Raise the Curtain
In-person arts, including the Jewish Film Festival, return to The Roth Family JCC.
This Wedding Was for the Dogs
Or, how panedmic-inspired boredom led to this equally inspiring event
A Letter to My Son
A year or so out from his bar mitzvah, I wanted to write a few things down so that he – and I – will always remember
Five Reasons to Set Up Routines for Your Child
Now more than ever, a little routine goes a long way.
It's Time To Talk
The new B’ri’ut program is gathering local Jewish leaders to discuss – and combat – substance abuse in our community
The Right Choices
This year’s Choices event honored the bravest and the best women of our community for their tireless work during the coronavirus pandemic
The Power of Partnership
Kinneret Council on Aging and Second Harvest team up to keep our community fed.
I Didn't Tell Them Anything
This Holocaust survivor’s courageous silence made it possible to tell her family’s story 70 years later
Doula Duo
How two Jewish moms-turned-doulas are transforming the birthing experience for other mothers in Central Florida
The Gold Standard
Meet the new chief programming officer of The Roth Family JCC, Fara Gold
Dog Moms Unite
The Orlando Dog Mom Club is giving local women and their pups a fun place to interact, trade tips, and support each other
Can't Stop Won't Stop
This multitalented Lyman High grad is an athlete, coach, mom, entrepreneur... and an important part of NCAA history
The Big Switch
Locals who made radical career changes, and came out smiling.
United in Song
A local poet turns her Holocaust poetry into songs honoring survivors and victims.
A Highway Through History
These local art lovers are avid collectors – and generous donors – of original Florida Highwaymen paintings
Both Sides of the Camera
This local photographer’s eclectic career includes stints as a teen TV star and a globetrotting shutterbug
The Drive of Their Lives
Two brothers with deep local roots win big in the Rolex 24 at Daytona
Music to an Addict's Ears
One woman uses lessons learned here to fight addiction from Jerusalem to Florida.
Redefining Rebbetzin
The wives of local Chabad rabbis, and their remarkable stories.
The Captain Holds Court
This local grad is a standout tennis player at West Point