Can Loopholes Be Religious?

Hillel of Metro Detroit 5221 Gullen Mall, Detroit

The near-universal phenomenon of legal circumventions, finding licit ways to achieve otherwise illegal outcomes, often generates cynicism that Jewish law is more legalistic than it is values-laden. Join **Elana Stein Hain** for an alternative view: a deep dive into the theological, social, and legal logic and meaning behind the rabbinic phenomenon of legal loopholes, based […]

Lessons From the IDF Battlefield

Aish Detroit 25725 Coolidge Hwy, Oak Park

Join one of our favorite Israel tour guides and former IDF Lone Soldier David Sussman as he gives us a behind scenes look at Israel right now and shares his story serving in the IDF during the Lebanon War Organized by: Aish HaTorah Detroit View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/6036

Alice Cooper@75 featuring author Gary Graff in conversation w/Rabbi Aaron Bergman, including concert

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

Join the **Detroit Jewish Book Fair** in The Berman Theater for the Performing Arts for veteran Michigan rock journalist **Gary Graff** who details the life and career of Alice Cooper, considered the godfather of shock rock, in his new book _Alice Cooper @ 75._ In conversation with Rabbi Aaron Bergman. Live performances by Hazzan Dan […]

Temple Israel’s Brotherhood Breakfast with Noah Arbit

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

State Representative Noah Arbit is serving his first term in the Michigan House, proudly representing the 20th District, which comprises West Bloomfield, eastern Commerce Township, and the cities of Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake, and Sylvan Lake. Join us for breakfast and a discussion on Noah’s plans for the community. His first-term priorities include: combating hate […]

Israel at War – Updates From a War Correspondent

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

Efrat Lachter is an investigative reporter for Israel’s Channel 12 News and the weekly newsmagazine, “Friday Studio.” A recipient of the 2022 Shimon Peres Center for Peace Award, she has directed and produced more than 200 documentary segments on topics including human trafficking in Sudan and Israel, modern-day slavery in Malawi, orphans in Ukraine, and […]

Shomrei Adamah Follow-Up

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

The congregation is invited to join our Shomrei Adamah Task Force for an exciting opportunity! Together with Adamah Detroit, a group of environmentally conscious congregants recently gathered for a meaningful conversation about climate change and environmental action from a Jewish perspective. We are grateful to receive a micro-grant from Adamah to apply towards climate action […]

ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

Jewish Family Service 6555 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**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 […]

An Evening of Comedy with Modi

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

**Join us for an exciting evening with one of the national comedy circuits most sought after performers. Modi!** Equipped with a sharp wit and a knack for reading an audience, Modi has become a successful fixture in New York’s vibrant comedy scene, often doing bits that incorporate his heritage, and he is a hit with […]

ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

Jewish Family Service 6555 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**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 […]

BBYO Young Alum Happy Hour

The DOW 160 W Maple Rd Birmingham, United Kingdom

BBYO is turning 100! Help us celebrate by joining fellow BBYO Alum for a happy hour! All are welcome, ages 21-45. Free to attend, and BBYO will buy your first drink! Organized by: BBYO Michigan Region View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/5967

The Impact of Supreme Court Decisions on American Life with Professor Robert Sedler

Temple Emanu-El 14450 W 10 Mile Rd, Oak Park

**Sunday, November 16 at 7 p.m. ** **The Impact of Supreme Court Decisions on American Life ** **with Professor Robert Sedler ** Professor Robert Sedler will address the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions in his talk on Thursday, November 16 at 7 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El. Bob is a retired professor of constitutional law […]

Friendsgiving 2023: Build a Board with The Well & Mongers’ Provisions

Mongers’ Provisions 3127 Twelve Mile Rd, Berkley

It’s the tastiest time of year, Friendsgiving! We’re teaming up with one of our favorite partners, Mongers’ Provisions, once again to bring you the ultimate Friendsgiving experience: A Build A Board workshop! We’ll start off the evening with a little Jewish learning from Rabbi Jeff, and then dive into our class, led by head cheesemonger […]