Mandel JCC Palm Beach Gardens

We will be having our Film Festival in Palm Beach Gardens. Opening Night! Movie: Matchmaking 2 In Matchmaking 2, the story continues to explore the complexities of love within the Orthodox Jewish community, focusing on arranged marriages that prioritize mutual consent. The film opens with a young man and woman who find themselves stranded at
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Showing 1: The Pantone Guy 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Description: At 95, Larry Herbert reflects on his life, from his Depression-era Brooklyn upbringing to creating the Pantone Matching System, which revolutionized color communication. A poignant part of the film explores his friendship with Elsie Williamson, who lent him money to start his business, driven
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Showing 1: October H8te 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm  Description: From Executive Producer Debra Messing and Director Wendy Sachs, this documentary explores the rising tide of antisemitism on college campuses, social media and in American society. The film examines how certain social justice activists have allied themselves with a violent, reactionary, and anti-Western movement. Showing
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Showing 1: Savoy 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Description: Kochava Levi, a 31-year-old housewife of Yemeni descent, was taken hostage during an attack on the Savoy hotel in Tel Aviv (March 1975). Over the course of one night, she transformed herself into a fearless heroine. However, by dawn, she was left with nothing but shame.
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Showing 1: Gazozz 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm  Description: Gazozz follows the story of a date that unfolds over one evening in the vibrant streets of Tel Aviv. Peter and Lily, both in their 60s, find themselves brought together by Lily’s daughter, Nelly, who hopes to spark a connection between them. As the evening progresses,
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Showing 1: Happy BirthGay & This is My Mother 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm  Description: In Happy BirthGay, Ronit organizes an extravagant surprise party for her son Nadav, marking the anniversary of his coming out. Despite her efforts, Nadav finds it difficult to engage with the celebration.   Showing 2: Air War 7:00 pm -
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Zibby Owens will be speaking about her book.

Author Mimi Zieman will speak about her book, "Tap Dancing on Everest."

Elton Jonathan's band, Brooklyn Boys, will be performing songs by Neil Diamond and Barry Manilow.

Leslie Goddard is coming to speak to us.

Join us for an engaging event with Leslie Goddard, historian and public speaker. Known for bringing history to life, Goddard will present in a way that's both entertaining and educational. Experience her unique ability to make the past come alive in a fun, inspiring, and insightful way.