The Goodman Family Museum Committee and Women of Temple Israel are pleased to invite you to a guided tour of the Detroit Institute of Arts, exploring their collection through a Jewish lens. From Nazi-looted art, to Jewish artists’ influence in their pieces, this tour in partnership with the Jewish Historical Society of Michigan is sure […]
**Jewish Girls Do Science: Contributions & Struggles Of Jewish Women Scientists** In this series, we will consider the significant contributions that several Jewish women, both in the U.S. and in other countries, have made in various areas of science. We will pay particular attention in our examination and discussions on the challenges these women and […]
**College Crisis Through A Jewish Lens ** Today’s college campuses can be challenging environments for students and staff who are supporters of Israel. Join us to explore the roots of anti- Israel sentiment on campus and strategies to manage the hate. Rabbi Davey will provide strength and guidance from traditional Jewish texts and teachings, and […]
**Our Voting Rights and an Election Security Update** **with Senior Advisory and Assistant to the Michigan Secretary of State, Heaster Wheeler** **June 6th 7:00 PM** **ON ZOOM** The Adult Education Committee presents a discussion on ZOOM that will focus on ‘Our Voting Rights and An Election Security Update’. Sign up below to receive the Zoom […]
**The Birth Of Antisemitism** **Class Dates : June 7, 14, 21, 28** **Fridays** **11:30 am – 1 PM** Did you know that Antisemitism did not exist prior to the 1st C CE? Before the Gospels the Philistines, Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians, and Romans clashed with Israelite and Jewish communities for geo-political control of the Land of […]
Let’s come together for the first ever Metro- Detroit Jewish Senior Prom at the former Durfee Middle School! Durfee Middle School had a large Jewish student population in the 40s-80s and has been repurposed into a community hub for non-profits (including Repair the World) and will surely spark many memories of the past. On **_June […]
Let’s come together for an intergenerational Jewish Senior Prom celebration at the former Durfee Middle School! a predominantly Jewish school in Detroit from the 40s-80s that has been repurposed into a community hub for non-profits (including Repair the World!). On _June 9th from 2-4pm_ we will welcome residents from Jewish Senior Life to nosh, dance, […]
Join us as Temple Israel’s Schmier Concert Series presents the talented Claire Aebersold and Ralph Neiweem! Admission is free, open to the community! We kindly request your reservation on our website. ** ** Questions? Connect with Maya at [ ** _maya@temple- israel.org._**](https://mailto:maya@temple- israel.org?subject=RE%3A%20Schmier%20Concert%20) ** _The Schmier Concert Series at Temple Israel is supported by the […]
**Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)** is a two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with them to keep them safe. **You’ll learn to:** • Understand how personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions • Provide guidance to a […]
**War And Resistance: Jewish Perspectives On Violent And Non-Violent Confrontations** Explore how Jewish people have dealt with resistance, both violent and non- violent, throughout history. Although the course will not study current conflicts, by considering literary and historical accounts of prior experiences with confrontations and warfare, participants will gain insight into how to think about […]
**Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)** is a two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with them to keep them safe. **You’ll learn to:** • Understand how personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions • Provide guidance to a […]
**Compassionate Connections Support Group: For those Supporting An Aging Loved One** Presented by the Robert Sosnick Family Life Center at Temple Israel. Are you dealing with challenges as your parents age? How do I know if my parent needs help? Come join others who are feeling the same and have an open and supportive conversation […]