Enter Purim this year more educated than ever before! Enjoy an opportunity to learn collaboratively through the whole megillah, and realize that this holiday of costumes and silliness is deeper than you could have ever imagined. **Taught by Ritual Director Saul A. Rube** Free to attend • Hamantashen/Light refreshments Organized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek View […]
**Torah Line By Line: The Journey Continues** Join us for the second half of the Book of Exodus as we continue to work our way, line by line, through the Torah. We resume as the Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai to receive the Torah and to build their very first temple, the Mishkan, while briefly […]
Explore the **wisdom of our sages** with **Rabbi Daniel** as we read and discuss highlighted texts from the **Talmud**. Each session stands alone and **new students are always welcome** as we read and discover ancient texts, which can provide insight and meaning into our modern lives. **Free** for both members and guests of Shir Shalom. […]
** Israel’s Top Hits Of Archeological Discoveries** Learn about some of the important discoveries made by archaeologists in Israel in the past few decades. We will learn how the sites were discovered and what was found in them. More importantly, how do these discoveries add to our understanding of ancient Israel, daily life and important […]
**Parsha Hashavuah (Weekly Torah Portion) ** Each week a different rabbi, cantor or educator will present the weekly Torah portion from his or her own perspective. You never know who will be teaching each week, but it is always enlightening and engaging! Sign up for one ten- week series or the entire year. ** _Students […]
**Modern Jewish Medical Ethics** Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bio-ethicist **_Jill Gutmann_**. Whether it is a discussion of mental health or the physician and nursing shortage, you will be guided through an engaging discussion while looking at the science, politics, Jewish commentary and other relevant sources to […]
**Torah Line By Line: The Journey Continues** Join us for the second half of the Book of Exodus as we continue to work our way, line by line, through the Torah. We resume as the Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai to receive the Torah and to build their very first temple, the Mishkan, while briefly […]
**Jews And Judaism: The Essentials – Part 4: The 20th Century – Old And New Centers Of Jewish Life ** In this series, we focus on the ebb and flow of Judaism in the twentieth century. We begin with the rise of new forms of Antisemitism and the Jewish response, including emigration to America and […]
**Policy Perspectives in the Promised Land ** Join **_Lior Zisser-Yogev_** , our community Shaliach (emissary), as she takes us into a deep dive of the public policies of Israel and the impact they have on Israeli society. Compare and contrast the systems in Israel and the U.S., learn what the Israeli government has in place […]
**Coffee With The Rabbis: The Bonds That Bind Us – A Study Of Life Relationships** Join JLearn, Rabbi Joshua Bennett and Rabbi Joseph Krakoff for this unique opportunity with two Rabbis who are stirring things up with relevant topics based on Jewish texts, to help us navigate life. When we combine a Conservative Rabbi with […]
** Israel’s Top Hits Of Archeological Discoveries** Learn about some of the important discoveries made by archaeologists in Israel in the past few decades. We will learn how the sites were discovered and what was found in them. More importantly, how do these discoveries add to our understanding of ancient Israel, daily life and important […]
**An Angel On Your Back** Do you ever get the feeling that a departed loved one is watching over you? Perhaps you have a strange feeling that someone is trying to communicate with you? Angels are supernatural beings that appear widely throughout Jewish literature. The Hebrew word for angel, mal’ach, means messenger, and the angels […]
**Fiddler on the Roof: From the Pale of Settlement to the Broadway Stage** Explore the world of Sholem Aleichem, the man whose stories inspired the Broadway musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Begin the journey by reading The Railroad Stories and consider what kind of world Sholem Aleichem inhabited. Read the tales of Tevye the Dairyman […]
**Parsha Hashavuah (Weekly Torah Portion) ** Each week a different rabbi, cantor or educator will present the weekly Torah portion from his or her own perspective. You never know who will be teaching each week, but it is always enlightening and engaging! Sign up for one ten- week series or the entire year. ** _Students […]
**Rites And Rituals, Customs And Commandments: Tell Me Why** We live our daily lives as dedicated to Judaism, yet the origins, backstories and histories of experiential Jewish life reveal that we often know little of what and why we do what we do as Jews. This course explores our life-cycle events and personal mitzvot, dietary […]
Enter Purim this year more educated than ever before! Enjoy an opportunity to learn collaboratively through the whole megillah, and realize that this holiday of costumes and silliness is deeper than you could have ever imagined. **Taught by Ritual Director Saul A. Rube** Free to attend • Hamantashen/Light refreshments Organized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek View […]
Join us at Johnson Nature Center to learn about maple sugaring! Come learn about tree IDing & tree drilling, how syrup is made from sap, taste sap and syrup, and as a group, tap a ceremonial tree – through the lens of Jewish learning and values. Let’s come together to learn this new skill and […]
**Torah Line By Line: The Journey Continues** Join us for the second half of the Book of Exodus as we continue to work our way, line by line, through the Torah. We resume as the Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai to receive the Torah and to build their very first temple, the Mishkan, while briefly […]
**Jews And Judaism: The Essentials – Part 4: The 20th Century – Old And New Centers Of Jewish Life ** In this series, we focus on the ebb and flow of Judaism in the twentieth century. We begin with the rise of new forms of Antisemitism and the Jewish response, including emigration to America and […]
**Policy Perspectives in the Promised Land ** Join **_Lior Zisser-Yogev_** , our community Shaliach (emissary), as she takes us into a deep dive of the public policies of Israel and the impact they have on Israeli society. Compare and contrast the systems in Israel and the U.S., learn what the Israeli government has in place […]
Explore contemporary hot topics through the wonderful world of rabbinic responsa literature. Learn how our sages answered life’s toughest questions while gaining insights and knowledge from looking at modern issues through a Jewish lens. Each sessions stands alone. Free for members OR $10/session for non-members. Organized by: Temple Shir Shalom View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7067
**The Forgotten Women Of The Holocaust** The Holocaust was not a gender-neutral genocide. Women experienced the Holocaust differently and were targeted specifically as women. Explore the unique experiences of women under Nazi control through the stories of Jewish victims, survivors, and perpetrators of the Holocaust, and learn about women who risked their lives to resist […]
** Israel’s Top Hits Of Archeological Discoveries** Learn about some of the important discoveries made by archaeologists in Israel in the past few decades. We will learn how the sites were discovered and what was found in them. More importantly, how do these discoveries add to our understanding of ancient Israel, daily life and important […]
**Parsha Hashavuah (Weekly Torah Portion) ** Each week a different rabbi, cantor or educator will present the weekly Torah portion from his or her own perspective. You never know who will be teaching each week, but it is always enlightening and engaging! Sign up for one ten- week series or the entire year. ** _Students […]
**Rites And Rituals, Customs And Commandments: Tell Me Why** We live our daily lives as dedicated to Judaism, yet the origins, backstories and histories of experiential Jewish life reveal that we often know little of what and why we do what we do as Jews. This course explores our life-cycle events and personal mitzvot, dietary […]
A family friendly event of games and activities for all ages, including a Purim Megillah reading at 10:15am! Admission is $10 per person for unlimited access to all the games and inflatables. There will be a 50/50 raffle, snacks, and drinks as well. Organized by: Temple Kol Ami View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7105
Enter Purim this year more educated than ever before! Enjoy an opportunity to learn collaboratively through the whole megillah, and realize that this holiday of costumes and silliness is deeper than you could have ever imagined. **Taught by Ritual Director Saul A. Rube** Free to attend • Hamantashen/Light refreshments Organized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek View […]
The Well’s Jewish learning partnership with the Shalom Hartman Institute is back for our third installment! At this session, we’re going to dive into ideas of power and vulnerability. From Claire Sufrin, guest educator and Shalom Hartman Institute Senior Editor: We are often told that, for the centuries they lived entirely in exile, Jews were […]
**Designing Jewish Detroit ** Join Robbie for a journey back as we follow the building of Jewish Detroit and those responsible for designing it. Using historical materials, photographs and documents, this class will uncover the hidden stories behind our community’s beautiful buildings and artwork, through a Jewish lens. **Instructor** : Robbie Terman **Tuition:** $ 70 […]
**Jews And Judaism: The Essentials – Part 4: The 20th Century – Old And New Centers Of Jewish Life ** In this series, we focus on the ebb and flow of Judaism in the twentieth century. We begin with the rise of new forms of Antisemitism and the Jewish response, including emigration to America and […]
**Policy Perspectives in the Promised Land ** Join **_Lior Zisser-Yogev_** , our community Shaliach (emissary), as she takes us into a deep dive of the public policies of Israel and the impact they have on Israeli society. Compare and contrast the systems in Israel and the U.S., learn what the Israeli government has in place […]
**ALL BOOKS @THE J ** Read and discuss popular current fiction with Jewish content or by contemporary Jewish authors. This series of books features stories of intertwining lives that have profound effects across time and generations. **JANUARY:** ** _The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store_** by James McBride, a deeply moving character driven story of marginalized […]
**Faith In Fertility: The IVF Controversy And Judaism – A Special Pop-Up From Jlearn** Delve into the intricate intersection of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Jewish perspectives, unraveling reproductive technologies’ complexities within Jewish ethics, values, and legal considerations. How do we as Jews navigate the evolving landscape of IVF controversies, and recent rulings and their […]
**Faith In Fertility: The IVF Controversy And Judaism – A Special Pop-Up From Jlearn** **Class Dates: March 20 & March 27** **Wed** **7 pm – 8:30 pm** Delve into the intricate intersection of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Jewish perspectives, unraveling reproductive technologies’ complexities within Jewish ethics, values, and legal considerations. How do we as […]
**The Forgotten Women Of The Holocaust** The Holocaust was not a gender-neutral genocide. Women experienced the Holocaust differently and were targeted specifically as women. Explore the unique experiences of women under Nazi control through the stories of Jewish victims, survivors, and perpetrators of the Holocaust, and learn about women who risked their lives to resist […]
Annual Mary Einstein Shapero Memorial Lecture with speaker Deborah Dash Moore, Frederick G. L. Huetwell Professor of History and Professor of Judaic Studies at the University of Michigan. Topic: Detroit Jews on the Move (20th Century)
**Protecting Your Family with Estate & End of Life Planning** **Part One with Adult Education** **Thur, March 21, 2024** **7:00 PM** **** Give a gift to your loved ones by planning for all circumstances, including financial issues and critical, terminal illnesses from the Jewish perspective. Bring your questions for Q&A following these presentations. ** _NAVIGATING […]
Join us for brunch and learn how to create your “Esther Moment” then make a tray of delicious hamentashen with all types of filling to take home and bake. Hosted by Lisa Bronstein and Robbie Sherman Organized by: Aish HaTorah Detroit View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7121
**Rites And Rituals, Customs And Commandments: Tell Me Why** We live our daily lives as dedicated to Judaism, yet the origins, backstories and histories of experiential Jewish life reveal that we often know little of what and why we do what we do as Jews. This course explores our life-cycle events and personal mitzvot, dietary […]
**Jews And Judaism: The Essentials – Part 4: The 20th Century – Old And New Centers Of Jewish Life ** In this series, we focus on the ebb and flow of Judaism in the twentieth century. We begin with the rise of new forms of Antisemitism and the Jewish response, including emigration to America and […]
**Policy Perspectives in the Promised Land ** Join **_Lior Zisser-Yogev_** , our community Shaliach (emissary), as she takes us into a deep dive of the public policies of Israel and the impact they have on Israeli society. Compare and contrast the systems in Israel and the U.S., learn what the Israeli government has in place […]
Gather with the **rabbis** for **tea** , **treats** and a **brief study** of the day’s **Torah** text. Free for members of Shir Shalom. $10/session for guests of Shir Shalom. Organized by: Temple Shir Shalom View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7191
Explore contemporary hot topics through the wonderful world of rabbinic responsa literature. Learn how our sages answered life’s toughest questions while gaining insights and knowledge from looking at modern issues through a Jewish lens. Each sessions stands alone. Free for members OR $10/session for non-members. Organized by: Temple Shir Shalom View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7067
**Faith In Fertility: The IVF Controversy And Judaism – A Special Pop-Up From Jlearn** Delve into the intricate intersection of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Jewish perspectives, unraveling reproductive technologies’ complexities within Jewish ethics, values, and legal considerations. How do we as Jews navigate the evolving landscape of IVF controversies, and recent rulings and their […]
**The Forgotten Women Of The Holocaust** The Holocaust was not a gender-neutral genocide. Women experienced the Holocaust differently and were targeted specifically as women. Explore the unique experiences of women under Nazi control through the stories of Jewish victims, survivors, and perpetrators of the Holocaust, and learn about women who risked their lives to resist […]
**Rites And Rituals, Customs And Commandments: Tell Me Why** We live our daily lives as dedicated to Judaism, yet the origins, backstories and histories of experiential Jewish life reveal that we often know little of what and why we do what we do as Jews. This course explores our life-cycle events and personal mitzvot, dietary […]
**Modern Jewish Medical Ethics** Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bio-ethicist **_Jill Gutmann_**. Whether it is a discussion of mental health or the physician and nursing shortage, you will be guided through an engaging discussion while looking at the science, politics, Jewish commentary and other relevant sources to […]
**Jews And Judaism: The Essentials – Part 4: The 20th Century – Old And New Centers Of Jewish Life ** In this series, we focus on the ebb and flow of Judaism in the twentieth century. We begin with the rise of new forms of Antisemitism and the Jewish response, including emigration to America and […]
**Policy Perspectives in the Promised Land ** Join **_Lior Zisser-Yogev_** , our community Shaliach (emissary), as she takes us into a deep dive of the public policies of Israel and the impact they have on Israeli society. Compare and contrast the systems in Israel and the U.S., learn what the Israeli government has in place […]
**Join us for** **TBE’S ANNUAL WOMEN’S SEDER** **Wednesday, April 3, 2024** **5:30 PM** We will be sharing, creating, and gathering around the seder table to embrace and celebrate women and the joys of Passover. $36 per TBE Member or ECC Parent $40 per Guest $18 per Teenager **Dinner, Wine, and Activities included.** At the event […]
As Israel continues to be challenged by the war in Gaza, moral, philosophical, and ethical questions dominate the discourse and expand well beyond its borders. Join Shalom Hartman Institute president **Donniel Hartman** and Detroit community shlicha **Lior Zisser-Yogev** for a conversation about the critical questions of this moment and the obligations of Jewish peoplehood, as […]
**Coffee With The Rabbis: The Bonds That Bind Us – A Study Of Life Relationships** Join JLearn, Rabbi Joshua Bennett and Rabbi Joseph Krakoff for this unique opportunity with two Rabbis who are stirring things up with relevant topics based on Jewish texts, to help us navigate life. When we combine a Conservative Rabbi with […]
**Cafe Dilemma** **Thursday, April 4th at 7:00PM** Join the Detroit ShinShinim for coffee, snacks, and to discuss dilemmas related to Israel. Bring your voice and an open mind. “ShinShinim” are Israeli young adults who undertake a year of service in Detroit and who, during that year operate educational and other programming in the community. The […]
**Rites And Rituals, Customs And Commandments: Tell Me Why** We live our daily lives as dedicated to Judaism, yet the origins, backstories and histories of experiential Jewish life reveal that we often know little of what and why we do what we do as Jews. This course explores our life-cycle events and personal mitzvot, dietary […]