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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
OBSERVANT JEWISH LIFE IN JACKSONVILLE,FL


Where to Buy Kosher Meat & Cheese in Mandarin
By Elisheva Shields We often hear that Jacksonville is the largest city in the lower 48 states by land mass. That may be true, but the...

Gila Rapoport
Jun 26, 20242 min read
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Weekly Learning Opportunities
By Gila Rapoport Hello Jacksonville Jewish community! Here are all the weekly learning opportunities in the Mandarin neighborhood. Pick a...

Gila Rapoport
Jun 19, 20241 min read
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My 3 Favorite Jacksonville Beaches
By Breindy Lazor Florida and beaches almost seem to be synonymous with one another, but one of the best parts about Jacksonville is that our beaches are not only beautiful and expansive, but plentiful. There are so many kinds of beaches that it's easy to find the one that fits our family's needs, and yours! First up, Atlantic Beach is one of our family's favorites. It's the traditional beach, filled with soft sand along the coastline that extends for miles. Whenever we go,

Breindy Lazor
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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But What About Jobs?
By Felicia Gorelik Feel the heat? The Wall Street Journal marked Jacksonville as the second hottest job market right now in the country! Not surprising, considering how many people are moving in. The WSJ evaluated the unemployment rate, labor-force participation rate, job growth, labor-force growth and wage growth to make their determination. The top four industries are Healthcare (Mayo Clinic is located 20 minutes from us), Finance and Insurance, Logistics and Transportati

Felicia Gorelik
Jun 7, 20241 min read
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June Events
Hello Jacksonville Jewish Community! Here's what's happening in June: June 1st - Shabbos Kiddush at First Coast Chabad June 4th - This...

Gila Rapoport
May 31, 20241 min read
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4 Things You Can Do for Oriel Cohen Z"L
Dear Friends, We are all grieving from the passing of Oriel Cohen Z"L. Although the Cohen Family is in Israel, there are several ways we...

Gila Rapoport
May 28, 20241 min read
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Lag Ba'omer in Jacksonville 2024
By Gila Rapoport Here's what's happening in the Jacksonville Jewish community for Lag Ba'omer. Chabad Event: An event by the Zaguri's:...

Gila Rapoport
May 22, 20241 min read
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3 Family Fun Ideas for a Sunday in San Marco Jacksonville
By: Nicole Sultan San Marco in Jacksonville, Florida, is a vibrant neighborhood known for its historic charm, eclectic shops and diverse entertainment. You can explore its unique attractions, from scenic riverfront parks to cultural landmarks. Here are just some ideas! Take the River Taxi Starting from various points like the DoubleTree Hotel in San Marco, you can embark on a river cruise along the St. Johns River for a delightful dolphin-watching adventure. Enjoy quality tim
Nicole Sultan
May 22, 20241 min read
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Passover Yoga at Ganeinu Preschool
By Chana Novack Preschool is a place where creativity and tradition come together to create meaningful learning experiences for young...

Gila Rapoport
May 20, 20241 min read
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Bikur Cholim of Jacksonville
By Lieba Abecassis The city of Jacksonville is a known medical hub, and the Jewish community has stepped up to fill the need for Jews who...

Gila Rapoport
May 20, 20242 min read
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Purim Megillah Reading at the Jacksonville Shteibel
By: Gila Rapoport This past Purim at the Jacksonville Shteibel, community members arrived to hear an inspiring musical Havdallah and a...

Gila Rapoport
May 10, 20241 min read
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Torah Academy High School Girls Go Foraging
By: Gila Rapoport The Torah Academy high school girls were surprised with a field trip to Julington Durbin Creek Nature Preserve where...

Gila Rapoport
May 8, 20241 min read
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