Shavuot
Community Calendar
Jewish community events happening in Sarasota & Manatee.
Jun 1, 2017
May
31 2017
Jun
1 2017
Shavuot - Federation Closed
12:00AM - 11:55PM
Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
The Klingenstein Jewish Center
580 McIntosh Road
Sarasota, FL
Federation offices close for Shavuot
Jun
1 2017
July Jewish News Advertising Deadline.
To view The Jewish News Media Kit, visit http://jfedsrq.org/jewishnews.
Jun
1 2017
Chug Ivri (Advanced Hebrew Circle)
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Temple Beth Sholom
1050 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34240
Cheryl Cohen is the new instructor for Temple Beth Sholom's Chug Ivri, an informal study group of individuals who wis…
Jun
1 2017
Mah Jongg
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Mah Jongg
Jun
1 2017
Bridge Club
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Bridge Club
Jun
1 2017
Shavuot Dairy Fest
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch
5712 Lorraine Rd.
Bradenton, FL 34211
Hear the Ten Commandments and enjoy games and excitement for the whole family. Enjoy a mouth-watering dairy buffet fe…
Jun
1 2017
Biblical Characters and Social Justice
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Aviva
1951 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34235
Among the many laws of the Torah, or books of Moses, are laws that govern how to treat the landless poor and those wh…
Jun
2 2017
How Six Days in June Changed Everything
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
How Six Days in June Changed Everything: The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Six-Day War
A three-part adult education …
Jun
2 2017
Rhythm and Jews Erev Shabbat/Board Installation
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Temple Sinai
4631 South Lockwood Ridge Road
Sarasota, FL
Join Rabbi Michael Churgel and Chazzan Cliff Abramson for our Rhythm and Jews Shabbat Worship Service and installatio…
Jun
3 2017
Temple Emanu-El Beach Picnic and Havdalah
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Turtle Beach Pavilion on Siesta Key
Temple Emanu-El Brotherhood and Sisterhood happily host the annual Beach Picnic and Havdalah. We'll conclude with a b…
Jun
4 2017
"Blessing of the Animals" at Temple Emanu-El
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Bring your pet and celebrate the gift of animal companionship at Temple Emanu-El. Enjoy the chance to meet other pet …
Jun
5 2017
NCJW BLANKEE BEE
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Zell Room
Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
580 McIntosh Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34232
NCJW Blankee Bee
Jun
5 2017
JFSM Operating Committee
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM Operating Committee
Jun
5 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Joshua: Life and Legacy
4:00PM - 5:15PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Joshua, son of Nun, is named as Moses’ successor. His main task is to conquer Canaan and settle the Israelites on t…
Jun
5 2017
"Miscarriage of Justice"
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
Just released from prison last year, Jonathan Pollard spent 30 years in the worst sentence ever imposed by the U.S. t…
Jun
6 2017
JFSM - Management Meeting
10:00AM - 11:30AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM management meeting
Jun
6 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Jewish Anthropology
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Many of our students have inquired about the anthropology of the Jewish People. Who are they? Where did they come…
Jun
6 2017
"Miscarriage of Justice"
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
Just released from prison last year, Jonathan Pollard spent 30 years in the worst sentence ever imposed by the U.S. t…
Jun
6 2017
Fifty Shades of J Happy Hour
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Mattison's City Grille
1 N. Lemon Ave
Sarasota, FL
An opportunity for singles and couples to meet new and old friends. Ages 50 and over are welcome.
Jun
6 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Chabad of Venice
2169 S. Tamiami Trl.
Venice, FL 34293
Hosted by Chabad of Venice.
This course explores ancient and contemporary insights into the 6-Day War conflicts an…
Jun
7 2017
PJ Library Spring Fling
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
811 S. Palm Avenue
Sarasota, FL
2017 PJ Library Spring Fling
PJ Library families are invited to celebrate the end of the school year and beginning…
Jun
7 2017
Temple Emanu-El " Lunch with the Rabbis"
12:00PM - 3:00PM
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Join Rabbi Brenner Glickman, Rabbi Michael Shefrin and friendly, interesting companions for lunch, socializing, and d…
Jun
7 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through The Lens of The 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Jewish Learning Institute Classes with Rabbi Steinmetz
A new six-week JLI (Jewish Learning Institute) course, led …
Jun
7 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
The Chabad House
5712 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, 34211
Hosted by Chabad of Bradenton, Course taught by Rabbi Mendy Bukiet
Relive the miracles, debate the controversies, …
Jun
8 2017
Temple Emanu-El Summer Science Spectacular Camp
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Our accredited, Gold Seal-certified, highest-rated early-childhood center welcomes your child for an unforgettable Su…
Jun
8 2017
Chug Ivri (Advanced Hebrew Circle)
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Temple Beth Sholom
1050 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34240
Cheryl Cohen is the new instructor for Temple Beth Sholom's Chug Ivri, an informal study group of individuals who wis…
Jun
8 2017
Education Scholarship Committee Meeting
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Desenberg Room
580 McIntosh Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34232
committee wrap up meeting and lunch
Jun
8 2017
Mah Jongg
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Mah Jongg
Jun
8 2017
Bridge Club
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Bridge Club
Jun
8 2017
Federation Security Presentation
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Federation security presentation
Jun
8 2017
Jewish Vocabulary
2:00PM - 6:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
From Biblical terms to modern lexicon, from Yiddish to English, Jewish vocabulary is an astounding array of words tha…
Jun
8 2017
Foreign Policy-The Complexities of the Middle East
3:30PM - 6:00PM
Aviva
1951 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34232
In this class, students will discuss current topics on how the Syrian problem could be solved and what will Israel's …
Jun
8 2017
Rosh Chodesh Society course: "The Simple Truths"
7:15PM - 9:15PM
Chabad of Sarasota
7700 Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34238
All women are invited to join Chabad of Sarasota's final segment of the Rosh Chodesh Society course entitled "Simple …
Jun
9 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Life and Escapades of King David
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
David, Israel’s most important king, is hailed as a hero: a military genius, musician, long-reigning monarch and ps…
Jun
9 2017
Understanding Jewish Mourning
10:30AM - 1:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
The psychological impact of Jewish mourning practices is inestimable for emotional stability and mental health.
Co…
Jun
9 2017
How Six Days in June Changed Everything
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
How Six Days in June Changed Everything: The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Six-Day War
A three-part adult education …
Jun
12 2017
Security Presentation
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Security Presentation
Jun
12 2017
Israel at 70 Chairs meeting
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Desenberg
closed meeting
Jun
12 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Joshua: Life and Legacy
4:00PM - 5:15PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Joshua, son of Nun, is named as Moses’ successor. His main task is to conquer Canaan and settle the Israelites on t…
Jun
13 2017
JFSM - Management Meeting
10:00AM - 11:30AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM management meeting
Jun
13 2017
Mitzvah Knitting Group at Temple Emanu-El
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Temple Emanu-El
151 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Join the Mitzvah Knitting Group sponsored by Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood.
All are welcome. Bring your needles or …
Jun
13 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Jewish Anthropology
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Many of our students have inquired about the anthropology of the Jewish People. Who are they? Where did they come…
Jun
13 2017
JFSM - Security Training
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Active Shooter and Bomb Threat training
Jun
13 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Chabad of Venice
2169 S. Tamiami Trl.
Venice, FL 34293
Hosted by Chabad of Venice.
This course explores ancient and contemporary insights into the 6-Day War conflicts an…
Jun
14 2017
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
3:30PM - 5:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
Jun
14 2017
Beth El International Jewish Film Series
6:30PM - 10:00PM
Temple Beth El Bradenton/LWR
5150 Peridia Blvd E
Bradenton, FL 34203
Join us for a delicious Italian Dinner prepared by our own, Rabbi Sternfield. Followed by a wonderful film, called, "…
Jun
14 2017
PJ Parents Night Out/Meeting
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Painting with A Twist
5543 Palmer Crossing Circle,
Sarasota, FL 34233
PJ Parents Night Out/Meeting
Paint, schmooze and nosh with other PJ Library parents. Plus, share your ideas, dis…
Jun
14 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through The Lens of The 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Jewish Learning Institute Classes with Rabbi Steinmetz
A new six-week JLI (Jewish Learning Institute) course, led …
Jun
14 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
The Chabad House
5712 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, 34211
Hosted by Chabad of Bradenton, Course taught by Rabbi Mendy Bukiet
Relive the miracles, debate the controversies, …
Jun
15 2017
Chug Ivri (Advanced Hebrew Circle)
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Temple Beth Sholom
1050 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34240
Cheryl Cohen is the new instructor for Temple Beth Sholom's Chug Ivri, an informal study group of individuals who wis…
Jun
15 2017
Mah Jongg
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Mah Jongg
Jun
15 2017
Jewish Vocabulary
2:00PM - 6:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
From Biblical terms to modern lexicon, from Yiddish to English, Jewish vocabulary is an astounding array of words tha…
Jun
16 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Life and Escapades of King David
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
David, Israel’s most important king, is hailed as a hero: a military genius, musician, long-reigning monarch and ps…
Jun
16 2017
Understanding Yizkor Memorial Services
10:30AM - 2:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
On four different Holy Days, Yizkor services are held, namely Yom Kippur, Shemini Atzeret, the last day of Passover, …
Jun
16 2017
How Six Days in June Changed Everything
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
How Six Days in June Changed Everything: The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Six-Day War
A three-part adult education …
Jun
17 2017
Family Pot Luck Musical Havdalah
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Temple Beth El Bradenton Bradenton/LWR
5150 Peridia Blvd E
Bradenton, FL 34203
Join the members of Temple Beth El Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch for a Musical Havdalah and Family Pot Luck dinner! Music …
Jun
18 2017
Chabad Sarasota-Annual Meeting
9:00AM - 11:00AM
Chabad of Sarasota
7700 Beneva Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34238
Chabad Sarasota Annual Meeting.
Advance reservations are necessary.
Jun
18 2017
Father's Day Fest
4:00PM - 7:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
Celebrate Father's Day with a delicious kosher barbeque and special musical tribute by famed concert pianist and reco…
Jun
19 2017
JFSM OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING
Jun
20 2017
JFSM - Management Meeting
10:00AM - 11:30AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM management meeting
Jun
20 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Jewish Anthropology
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Many of our students have inquired about the anthropology of the Jewish People. Who are they? Where did they come…
Jun
20 2017
JFSM Club Fed Ice Cream and Bingo Social
1:00PM - 2:30PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Come celebrate Independence Day with your friends. Enjoy an ice cream sundae bar and some Bingo fun!
Jun
20 2017
Sarasota Jewish Singles Dinner Meeting
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Café Baci
4001 S. Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34231
The Sarasota Jewish Singles is an outreach program at Temple Beth Israel to give all Jewish singles in the area the o…
Jun
20 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Chabad of Venice
2169 S. Tamiami Trl.
Venice, FL 34293
Hosted by Chabad of Venice.
This course explores ancient and contemporary insights into the 6-Day War conflicts an…
Jun
21 2017
Why choose a Corporate Trustee?
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Aviva: A Campus for Senior Life
1951 N. Honore Ave
Sarasota, FL 34235
Jewish Housing Council Foundation (JHCF) and PNC Wealth Management are presenting a new lecture series for the next s…
Jun
21 2017
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
3:30PM - 5:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
Jun
21 2017
JLI: Exploring Israel Through The Lens of The 6-Day War
7:30PM - 8:45PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Jewish Learning Institute Classes with Rabbi Steinmetz
A new six-week JLI (Jewish Learning Institute) course, led …
Jun
22 2017
Chug Ivri (Advanced Hebrew Circle)
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Temple Beth Sholom
1050 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34240
Cheryl Cohen is the new instructor for Temple Beth Sholom's Chug Ivri, an informal study group of individuals who wis…
Jun
22 2017
Mah Jongg
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Mah Jongg
Jun
22 2017
JFCS Holocaust Survivors' Havurah
1:30PM - 3:00PM
Aviva
1955 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34232
All survivors are invited to attend these monthly gatherings of friendship, camaraderie and support. Enjoy a light no…
Jun
22 2017
Jewish Vocabulary
2:00PM - 6:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
From Biblical terms to modern lexicon, from Yiddish to English, Jewish vocabulary is an astounding array of words tha…
Jun
22 2017
Oy Vey! An Introduction to Yiddish Literature
3:30PM - 6:00PM
Aviva
1951 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34232
Join Baila Miller for an exciting journey through the development of the Yiddish language and culture. In this lectur…
Jun
22 2017
Wisdom: A Review of the Book of Ecclesiastes
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Aviva
1951 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34232
The Book of Ecclesiastes presents a unique voice in biblical literature. As a book within the classical Biblical wisd…
Jun
23 2017
Jewish National Fund Invites You To Learn About Sustainability in Israel
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Jewish Nation Fund invites you to a Lunch & Learn with Guest Speaker Dr. Michael Ben-Eli founder of Sustainability…
Jun
23 2017
Understanding Rosh Chodesh, the New Month
10:30AM - 12:30PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
The Jewish calendar is a lunar calendar based upon the phases of the moon. Every month, special prayers are recited t…
Jun
26 2017
JFSM Evaluations
8:30AM - 10:00AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM Evaluations.
Jun
26 2017
Security Meeting
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Security Meeting.
Jun
26 2017
Nominating Committee Meeting
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Nominating Committee Meeting.
Jun
27 2017
JFSM - Management Meeting
10:00AM - 11:30AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
JFSM management meeting
Jun
27 2017
Sarasota Liberal Yeshiva-Jewish Anthropology
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Many of our students have inquired about the anthropology of the Jewish People. Who are they? Where did they come…
Jun
27 2017
JFSM HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS MEETING
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Zell Room at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Mantee
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Hurricane Preparation and Procedure Meeting.
Jun
28 2017
Meet & Mingle
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Der Dutchman
3713 Bahia VIsta
Sarasota, FL 34232
We're meeting for lunch to welcome newcomers & to touch base with those we haven't seen in awhile.
Jun
28 2017
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
3:30PM - 5:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
At The Movies with Gus Mollasis
Jun
29 2017
August Jewish News Advertising Deadline.
To view The Jewish News Media Kit, visit http://jfedsrq.org/jewishnews.
Jun
29 2017
JFSM Staff Training
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Desenberg Room at Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Federation staff training
Jun
29 2017
Chug Ivri (Advanced Hebrew Circle)
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Temple Beth Sholom
1050 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34240
Cheryl Cohen is the new instructor for Temple Beth Sholom's Chug Ivri, an informal study group of individuals who wis…
Jun
29 2017
Mah Jongg
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Hecht School at the Jewish Federation
580 McIntosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
Mah Jongg
Jun
29 2017
Jewish Vocabulary
2:00PM - 6:00PM
Al Katz Center
5710 Cortez Rd W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
From Biblical terms to modern lexicon, from Yiddish to English, Jewish vocabulary is an astounding array of words tha…