Fort Myers, FL — The Southwest Florida Jewish community celebrated the dedication of Mikvah Bashka on Sunday, a new state-of-the-art facility at Chabad Lubavitch of Southwest Florida, 5620 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, FL 33919. The mikvah replaces the previous one destroyed during Hurricane Ian.
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The facility features marble sinks, imported tiles, glass shower doors, and advanced filtration and heating systems. It was dedicated by Arlene Silver in memory of her mother, Bernice Orkin Kaye, whose Hebrew name, Bashka, now graces the building.
Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz led the ceremony, joined by community leaders, Mikvah USA representatives, and local Chabad rabbis. U.S. Senator Rick Scott sent a message of congratulations, praising the community’s resilience and dedication.
The mikvah is now operational, providing a spiritual resource for Jewish women in Southwest Florida.
many happy returns
great. all increases in observance is a good thing
Nice