**Welcome to the Winter-Spring 2025 Catalog of Classes from JLearn, where adult Jewish learning meets today’s lifestyles. We are excited to offer a wide selection of classes on ZOOM, as well as expanded in-person opportunities. Join a community of learners guided by the most talented instructors from the Detroit area and across the world.** **Whatever […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS/WINTER-SPRING with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** **Monthly** : Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public health or women’s rights to their bodies, […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** ** _Monthly_** _:_ Oct. 28; Nov. 18; Dec. 16; Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public […]
**Unearthing History: Jewish Archaeology In Israel with Dr. Michael Pytlik** ZOOM Mondays 1 – 2:30 PM March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: April 21, 28: May 5 Join Archaeologist Mike Pytlik for an engaging class exploring the latest, and _ALL NEW_ archaeological discoveries in Israel! This session will delve into groundbreaking findings that shed light […]
**Jewish Detroit Herstory with Robbie Terman** In-Person / Max M. Fisher Federation Building Tuesdays, NOON – 1:15 PM April 22, 29; May 6 Join Archivist Robbie Terman as she uncovers the compelling narratives of the remarkable women who played pivotal roles in shaping Jewish Detroit. Through her expertise and passion for history, Terman delves into […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
**THE HEARTS PRAYER, EXPLORING THE BOOK OF PSALMS with Rabbi Michele Faudem** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 10:45 – 11:45 AM** Jan. 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8 **** Through the ages, Psalms have played a tremendous role in the lives of the Jewish people. It is part […]
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein** ZOOM **FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM** May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examine the best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of their messages and who in fact they […]
**Unearthing History: Jewish Archaeology In Israel with Dr. Michael Pytlik** ZOOM Mondays 1 – 2:30 PM March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: April 21, 28: May 5 Join Archaeologist Mike Pytlik for an engaging class exploring the latest, and _ALL NEW_ archaeological discoveries in Israel! This session will delve into groundbreaking findings that shed light […]
**To register, e-mail **(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)** or call (248) 432-5418 ** **Monthly Men’s Discussion Club** Meets the first Tuesday of the month 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Facilitated by Alex Resin **To register, e-mail **(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)** or call (248) 432-5418 ** Organized by: The J View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10095
**Jewish Detroit Herstory with Robbie Terman** In-Person / Max M. Fisher Federation Building Tuesdays, NOON – 1:15 PM April 22, 29; May 6 Join Archivist Robbie Terman as she uncovers the compelling narratives of the remarkable women who played pivotal roles in shaping Jewish Detroit. Through her expertise and passion for history, Terman delves into […]
The event consists of dinner served via a variety of food trucks, open bar featuring signature cocktails, an art auction, and a lot of mingling with a diverse and dynamic crowd. The event attracts between 300-400 attendees each year from all over Metro-Detroit. Detroit and Detroit-connected artists are invited to participate in ORT’s art auction […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
**COFFEE WITH THE RABBIS: MUSSAR MASTERS – ETHICAL LIVING/WINTER-SPRING** **Rabbi Joshua Bennett and Rabbi Joseph Krakoff** ZOOM **MONTHLY – THURSDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** Monthly: Jan. 9; Feb. 6; Mar. 6; Apr. 3; May 8; June 5 **** **Mussar is a Jewish spiritual practice that offers instruction and compelling strategies for living a meaningful and […]
**THE HEARTS PRAYER, EXPLORING THE BOOK OF PSALMS with Rabbi Michele Faudem** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 10:45 – 11:45 AM** Jan. 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8 **** Through the ages, Psalms have played a tremendous role in the lives of the Jewish people. It is part […]
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein** ZOOM **FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM** May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examine the best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of their messages and who in fact they […]
“Baking for the Jewish Soul” is a time to be present and in the moment, while creating delicious sweets for yourself and others. The act of baking is a form of mindfulness where our focus and intention will be on making special treats that fill our bellies and homes with the tastes and aroma of […]
**Reading Between The Lines – Spring Edition with Rebecca Starr** In-Person/ The Max M. Fisher Federation Building Mondays, NOON – 1:15 PM Monthly: April 21; May 12; June 9 Join Rebecca for an engaging literary journey as we delve into the rich world of short stories. These concise yet impactful narratives provide a unique platform […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
**Getting Even Better At Getting Older! A Second Series With Rabbi Joseph Krakoff** In-Person/ Max M. Fisher Federation Building Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 AM May 15, 22 ,29 By popular demand, Rabbi Krakoff is back with all new material as we continue our discussion of getting better at getting older. Aging is an inevitable part […]
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein** ZOOM **FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM** May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examine the best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of their messages and who in fact they […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS/WINTER-SPRING with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** **Monthly** : Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public health or women’s rights to their bodies, […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** ** _Monthly_** _:_ Oct. 28; Nov. 18; Dec. 16; Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public […]
**TORAH LINE BY LINE with Rabbi/Dr. Mitch Parker** ** _HYBRID – this class is offered IN- PERSON at the Max M. Fisher Federation Building,_** **_and ON ZOOM_** **TUESDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** **Monthly** : Sept. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 12; Dec. 10; Jan. 14; Feb. 4; Mar. 18; Apr. 22; May 20 Sacrifices, laws of […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
**Getting Even Better At Getting Older! A Second Series With Rabbi Joseph Krakoff** In-Person/ Max M. Fisher Federation Building Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 AM May 15, 22 ,29 By popular demand, Rabbi Krakoff is back with all new material as we continue our discussion of getting better at getting older. Aging is an inevitable part […]
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein** ZOOM **FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM** May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examine the best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of their messages and who in fact they […]
BBYO Annual Meeting for our adult board and the installations of our teen regional board.
**Getting Even Better At Getting Older! A Second Series With Rabbi Joseph Krakoff** In-Person/ Max M. Fisher Federation Building Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 AM May 15, 22 ,29 By popular demand, Rabbi Krakoff is back with all new material as we continue our discussion of getting better at getting older. Aging is an inevitable part […]
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein** ZOOM **FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM** May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examine the best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of their messages and who in fact they […]