Shalom and Welcome to FGCU!
Now is the ti
me to decide what you will make of the Jewish opportunities at Florida Gulf Coast University. We encourage you to enhance your college experience by participating in a variety of Jewish activities. At the Chabad Jewish Center, it's easy, enjoyable and you will have lots of company.
The Chabad Student Group works hard to plan semesters packed with great events. This site will give you an idea of some of the rich opportunities that await you. Make sure to check our calendar to keep up with all that latest that's going on. Please contact us if you'd like to receive our monthly calendar of events by mail.
Remember, the Chabad Jewish Center of Bonita Springs is your "home away from home". Meet, greet, eat and socialize with other Jewish students in a warm atmosphere. Our activities are open to all regardless of Jewish affiliation, background or level of observance.
To keep up with Jewish life on campus, subscribe to our weekly e-mail list, and receive our monthly calendars.

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Upcoming Events:
You are all welcome to Join us for the High Holidays!
· No Background or Affiliation Necessary
· Hebrew/English Prayer-Books
· Ongoing Insightful commentary
· Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere
· Traditional and Contemporary Services
High Holiday Services - Schedule
Click here to RSVP for Rosh Hashana Services and Meals
Rosh Hashanah
Join us for Rosh Hashana Community Dinner (no charge for Students!)
Sep. 8, 2010 Evening Service: 7:15 pm
Sep. 9 & 10 Morning Service 9:30 am
Shofar Sounding 11:00 am
All Services followed by Kiddush
Yom Kippur
Sep. 17, 2010 Kol Nidre: 7:00 pm
Sep. 18, 2010 Morning Service: 9:30
Yizkor Memorial Service: 11:30 Noon
Neila Closing Service: 6:30
Neila Service followed by Break the fast, Celebrating Chaya Mushka Greenberg's Sixth Birthday
No Membership Fees or Tickets Required
Rosh Hashana Services will take place at the Chabad Center
24850 Old 41 Rd. Suite 20 (In Bernwood Centre)
Bonita Springs

Yom Kippur Services will take place at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort, Bonita Springs
(Special guest room rates available)
RSVP by calling (239) 949-6900 or by e-mailing Info@Jewishbonita.com
Click Here for Online Reservations
Some Past Events:
Seders
Join Chabad @ FGCU and many Jewish Students for a Passover experience!
1st Seder: Monday March 29, 7:30 pm
2nd Seder: Tuesday March 30 8:15 pm
Reservations required: jewishfgcu@gmail.com * No Fee for FGCU Students! *
Click now to reserve online
Seders will take place at: Chabad 24850 Old 41 Rd. Unit 20 Bonita Springs

Weekly Lunch & Learn "Food & Farbreng"
Enjoy a delicious Kosher Lunch as we discuss the many questions students have about Judaism and the Torah
Location: On Campus
Time: Tuesdays 11:30 - 12:30 pm
Shabbat Dinner:
Enjoy a Five Course Dinner
featuring lively songs, stories, inspirational words and great company. Shabbat Dinner
is more than just a meal, it is a lifetime experience, come this Friday night. You are
sure not to be let down! Sincerely, Rabbi Mendy Shabbat Dinner October 23, 2009 7 pm
For more info call us at 239-949-6000 or contact andi @ 305-793-2440
800+ students. 100+ schools. One awesome weekend of fun and inspiration. November 6-8, New York City. Click for info and registration. (Limited Subsidies for FGCU Students: $54 total Including airfare! Call NOW! 239-949-6900)
More info 
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Come celebrate with the Torah!

Join us for Simchas Torah Festivities and Celebration
Saturday, October 10, 7:30 pm
Buffet Dinner served
and
Sunday, October 11, 12:00
www
at 24850 Old 41 Rd. #20
Bonita Springs
RSVP: rsvp@jewishbonita.com, 949-6900
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Tuesday, October 6
7-9 pm
At:
The Sukkah in FGCU (in Plaza near Subway and Wellness Center)
Live Music, Food, Entertainment, and lots of dancing!
rsvp@jewishbonita.com
Or via facebook: FGCU Chabad
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