Orlando's Jewish Lifestyle Magazine, serving the Jewish communities of Orange and Seminole Counties.
Introducing a new quarterly lifestyle magazine for and about Orlando's vibrant Jewish community, brought to you by The Roth Family JCC and the publishers of Lake Mary Life, Altamonte/Wekiva Springs Life, and Oviedo/Winter Springs Life.
HUGE NEWS!
We are so thrilled to announce a brand new member of the Lake Mary Life Publishing family – Jacqui Ge**er!
Jacqui is a Seminole County native who recently graduated from UCF. Jacqui will be our Content Manager, helping us create new types of content that our readers and our advertisers will love.
AND... Jacqui's hiring is part of an exciting new chapter for our company. Stay tuned for some news about that in the coming weeks! WELCOME JACQUI!
The Summer issue of J Life is in mailboxes and online. This very special issue features the Gotlibs on the cover, and you won't believe the incredible story which led them to donate one of the largest financial gifts our Jewish community has ever seen. Read the magazine here – https://online.flippingbook.com/view/835003136/
We're currently wrapping up the summer issue, which will hit houses in June. If you, or anyone you know, wants to receive the magazine in the mail (for free) visit
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The Spring issue of J Life is in the mail! You can get a head start reading it here – https://online.flippingbook.com/view/210089201/
The winter issue of J Life is hitting mailboxes today! Happy reading https://online.flippingbook.com/view/433557792/
Do you like books? Do you like Corned Beef? Then the first annual Temple Israel Orlando Books, Beef, and Bucks event is for you! The event is this Sunday from 10-3:30- you don't want to miss it!
It's OK for dads to be big kids too, and it's amazing what great lessons we can learn along the way. Just ask dad columnist Rob Bloom who is living dream in the Pro Wrestling Ring. Read his column here-
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Our mom column in this issue is about Emily Gorovsky Raij's new summertime tradition with her family and her parents, creating family memories that will last a lifetime. Read the sweet (and adorable) column here-
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As a Nationally-Certified Mohel, retired pediatrician Neal T. Silverstein, M.D. is well aware of the jokes that are routinely made about his profession (No, he doesn't work for "tips!")... Read more about Dr. Silverstein here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/535103973/15/
This talented performer has turned her love of all things Titanic info a first-class stage show. Read more about Katie Thayer, a Central Florida actor and playwright here-
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In 2022, J Life launched a series of visual art stories that highlight local Jewish artists and their artistic journeys. In this issue, we continue that series with a look at two talented creatives in our Central Florida community. One is an abstract artist whose passion for painting ignited in adulthood. The other is a mixed-media artist who immersed himself in creating artwork as a child and is now a fixture on the outdoor art-festival circuit. Read more about them here-
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This local author's charming books about the tenets of Judaism are about to become live stage plays in – where else? – the Big Apple! read more about Yvonne David here-
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For a company in the healthcare space like clinical trial leader Accel Research Sites Deland diversity isn't just a goal– it's a requirement. "At Accel, we are all about innovation," says CEO Lora Parahovnik. "But you cannot have medical innovation without true inclusion". Read more about Accel here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/535103973/13/
There's a lot of Gold to celebrate in this issue of J Life. The Roth Family JCC turned 50, and we found a number of local couples who've been married for 50 blissful years (or more!). Read about them here-
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Baseball Coach Karen Thompson – that's BASEBALL not SOFTBALL – is the HEART and SOUL of the Oviedo High School Hardball Team! Read more about Karen and her huge heart here
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Celebrating a decade of success – and now with a full-time employee on staff – the nonprofit RAISE program is giving neuro-diverse adults the chance to prove how productive they can be. Read all about the program here-
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The Central Florida Jewish Film Festival is celebrating 25 years of bringing Jewishly-themed documentaries and feature films to the big screen. This year is set to be the best yet. You can read more about it here-
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When they’re not helping heal the world, the women of Orlando’s local Hadassah: Orlando Chapter are learning, laughing, and having fun together – and they have a big event to celebrate in October.
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This week we're focusing on the Steffanie Rigetta Insurance Agency. If you've been paying attention to the news, you know homeowners insurance in Florida is a bit of a minefield. Most recently, Farmers Insurance announced their exit from the state. Not to worry- Steffanie and her team have you covered. You can read more about Steffanie's extraordinary customer service and unmatched expertise here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/535103973/27/
At Alexander Muss High School (Israel), local students are creating lifelong connections to their history and global community. This story is brought to you by Jewish National Fund - USA.
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Did you know the Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando is 50 years old? Former marketing director, and J Life editorial consultant Amy Schwartz Kimlat did a deep dive on the history of The Roth Family JCC and shares some incredible stories from the people who were there in the beginning.
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I highly recommend putting Penny Golden Gold on the cover of your magazine. When you do, she stops by with the most delicious black and white cookies! 🤤 Thanks Penny!
The Fall issue of J Life is hitting mailboxes this week. You can get a head start reading it here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/535103973/
For focus Friday we're shining a light on realtor Bianca Botelho-Realtor
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For Focus Friday we are talking about the gorgeous Ga***rd Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, Florida. If you are looking for an unforgettable location for a special event like a wedding or bar/bat mitzvah, consider this beautiful venue. To learn more, read about it here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/339257904/19/
With the pandemic-era pause behind them, cancer-fighting kids in Israel are again enjoying once-in-a-lifetime trips to Orlando thanks to a dedicated group of local volunteers with Larger than life-Orlando dream trip. Read more about this incredible group here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/339257904/12/
It's not every day that an Orlando Jewish leader gets to speak at Knesset. Aaron Weil, former Executive Director of Central Florida Hillel, recently had the opportunity. Read more about his experience here- https://online.flippingbook.com/view/339257904/11/
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