Fast of the First Born

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

In recognition of the rescue of the Israeli firstborn from the 10th Plague, firstborn Jews observe the Fast of the Firstborn on the eve of Passover. However, if the firstborn engages in the completion of learning, s/he is exempt from the fast because of the obligation to participate in a festive meal after finishing a […]

Growin’ Jewish: From Seeds to Sustenance

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

This workshop, featuring Rabbi Josh and Stevie Dufrense, will help you plan your food gardens from a Jewish perspective. Kindly register online by **April 18th.** Questions? Connect with Helene at (https://mailto:hdeutch@temple- israel.org?subject=RE%3A%20Growin%27%20Jewish). Organized by: Temple Israel View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7545

FAMILY FUN OPEN HOUSE: “SCRAP-ENGER” HUNT

Detroit Historical Museum 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit

Help us celebrate our brand-new exhibit, **”In the Neighborhood,”** with Michigan Jewish history fun for the whole family! ** (Free with museum admission.)** Did you know that many Eastern-European Jewish immigrants got their start in Detroit as peddlers? Peddlers brought goods and services door to door, often in backpacks or wagons. Now it’s your turn! […]

CATHERINE CANGANY, PHD, “KOSHER MEAT RIOT OF 1910”

Detroit Historical Museum 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit

**Free with Detroit Historical Museum admission! **Check out our brand-new exhibit, “In the Neighborhood.” Stay for this fascinating and nearly forgotten story from Detroit’s past, shared by JHSM Executive Director Catherine Cangany, PhD. In 1910 the price of Kosher meat soared. To feed their families amid rapid inflation, fed-up Orthodox women took on the Gilded-Age […]

First-time Parent Posse

Temple Shir Shalom 3999 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**First-time parents** of **3 to 6-month-old babies** , we invite you to this **FREE** opportunity to meet **fellow first-time parents** and **learn from specialists** while enjoying **light bites and beverages** in a **casual, comfortable environment**. Babies welcome! Program is a total of **7 weeks** and **does not meet on April 22, April 29 and May […]

A Senior’s Checklist to Downsizing and Moving Out of the Family Home

The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**To register, e-mail**[ **rchessler@jccdet.org**](https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/) **or call (248) 432-5418 ** **A Senior’s Checklist to Downsizing and Moving Out of the Family Home** When you are at a point in your life where you are thinking about downsizing, what do you need to know to make the decision and make the process easier? Come and learn about […]

First-time Parent Posse

Temple Shir Shalom 3999 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**First-time parents** of **3 to 6-month-old babies** , we invite you to this **FREE** opportunity to meet **fellow first-time parents** and **learn from specialists** while enjoying **light bites and beverages** in a **casual, comfortable environment**. Babies welcome! Program is a total of **7 weeks** and **does not meet on April 22, April 29 and May […]

Free Resume Writing Workshop

29699 Southfield Rd 29699 Southfield Rd, Southfield

Join Gesher Human Services for a free Resume Writing Workshop by Certified Professional Resume Writers. Gain valuable tips and tools to write a dynamic resume. There will be an opportunity to sign up for free 1-on-1 resume assistance at the conclusion of the workshop. Organized by: Gesher Human Services View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7210

PANEL DISCUSSION: “BLACK BOTTOM & I-375: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE”

Detroit Historical Museum 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit

**Free with Detroit Historical Museum admission! **Check out our brand-new exhibit, “In the Neighborhood.” Stay for this timely panel discussion on Black Bottom’s past, present, and future. Black Bottom was a thriving Black neighborhood when it was torn down to create a freeway in the name of “urban renewal.” Sixty years later, I-375 is slated […]

safeTALK Training

Jewish Family Service 6555 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!** **Become a safeTALK-trained helper and reduce the number of suicides in our community.** Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. Those trained in safeTALK can recognize these invitations and […]

Temple Shir Shalom SHORESH Open House – May 19th @11am

3999 Walnut Lake Rd 3999 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

Is your child ready for religious school? Do you have friends whose children should be part of SHORESH? Join us at our Open House on Sunday, May 19th from 11:00am to 12:15pm. This event is open to the community to showcase our wonderful school and all of the learning that goes on here. We will […]

Natural Dye Workshop with Adamah Detroit

Farber Farm at the Tamarack Adventure & Retreat Center 4361 Perryville Rd,

**DISCOVER NEW WAYS TO CONNECT WITH THE LAND THROUGH THE WORLD OF NATURAL DYES!** Join Adamah Detroit’s newest team member, Carly Sugar, for an exploration of the science and process of natural dyeing, textile history and Jewish connections. Using locally grown and foraged materials, we’ll dye silk scarves that you can take home to use […]