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Florida Jewish History Month

In 2003, then Governor Jeb Bush signed a bill declaring the statewide observance of Florida Jewish History Month. Florida is the first state in the nation to have a month dedicated to the tremendous contributions of Jews in its growth. Artist Romero Britto created the official logo for the Florida observance. To learn more visit Florida Jewish History Month.

National Mentoring Month

January is also National Mentoring Month, which helps to positively impact the lives of youth in our communities. National Mentoring Month was established by MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership & Harvard TH School of Public Health in 2002, the campaign aims to raise awareness about the need for more Mentors in society as well as encouraging more people to actively become mentors to young people. The campaign celebrates the effects that mentoring young people can have on individuals and society. Click here for more information on National Mentoring Month.

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