Pushing Boundaries – Opening Reception

Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,

**_Pushing Boundaries_** **January 19 – March 5, 2025** **Opening Reception: Sunday, January 19, 1-4 pm** Developed in partnership with Nanci LaBret Einstein, “Pushing Boundaries” features artists using diverse materials that are brought together in the spirit of play and concept of challenging space. This immersive exhibit is a collection of installations from seven artists: Jeanne […]

Introduction to Judaism

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

**Introduction to Judaism class with Rabbi Z** **Sundays from 2:00PM to 3:30PM** **Beginning Jan 5th for 8 weeks** (In Person and on Zoom- Zoom link will come after registration) **Introduction to Judaism** – is an engaging multi-session course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. **Open to all** , this course […]

Scholars in Session: A Pickle Problem-The Deli Revival and American Jewish Religion

The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd,

Prof. Rachel B. Gross explores how participating in the deli revival provides an alternative, under-appreciated way of practicing in American Jewish life. In her book, _Beyond the Synagogue: Jewish Nostalgia as Religious Practice,_ the author traces American Jews’ involvement in a broad array of ostensibly nonreligious activities. From conducting Jewish genealogical research, visiting Jewish historic […]

MEGA Open Play at The J on MLK Jr. Day! January 2025

Inline Hockey Center 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield

Welcome to MEGA Open Play at The J: MLK Jr. Day Edition! Join us in the large Inline Hockey Center of The J for bounce houses, tricycle track, and toddler play area, with a special _chessed_ project in honor of MLK Jr. Day. This program is sponsored by the JKids & Families departments: JFamily, JCC […]

JGrand: Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies! January/February 2025

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

The popular series Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies is ready for our winter group! Our first two sessions sold out, so we are happy to be back for January and February! At Bubbies, Zaydies and Grandbabies, grandparents and grandkids play and create art together, sing songs, enjoy an interactive story time, and meet new friends. This […]

A Rabbi, a Priest, and a Patriarch: Rabbi Starr and Father Yaw Discussing Abraham (on Zoom)

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

Jews and Christians alike consider themselves the Children of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, yet each faith tradition understands the legacy of the patriarchs in its own ways. Where do we agree, where do we disagree, and what might be the legacies and lessons that we inherit from our patriarchs? Join **Rabbi Aaron Starr** of Congregation […]

A Rabbi, a Priest, and a Patriarch: Rabbi Starr and Father Yaw Discussing Abraham (on Zoom)

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

Jews and Christians alike consider themselves the Children of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, yet each faith tradition understands the legacy of the patriarchs in its own ways. Where do we agree, where do we disagree, and what might be the legacies and lessons that we inherit from our patriarchs? Join **Rabbi Aaron Starr** of Congregation […]

Adult Education with Rabbi Shalom Kantor

Join Rabbi Shalom Kantor on ZOOM as he explores Jewish Self Defense. While the Jewish people are always praying for and seeking peace – Judaism is not a pacifist religion. This winter we will embark to understand “What does it mean for a peace seeking – justice loving people must stand up to defend themselves […]

The Jewish Collectors Of Art with Wendy Evans

**THE JEWISH COLLECTORS OF ART with Wendy Evans** ZOOM **WEDNESDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** Jan. 22, 29; Feb. 5 Jewish collectors have contributed to and enriched art museums; a few have even created their own museums. This series will look at examples of the art collected by well-known families such as the Rothschilds and the […]

Hebrew 101 with Hazzan Gross

Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

Have you always wanted to learn how to read Hebrew? Now is your chance! Hazzan Gross is teaching this multisession series on learning to read Hebrew. Wednesdays from 12pm to 1 pm on November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, 18 and January 8,15, 22 at Adat Shalom. No previous Hebrew reading experience is necessary. […]

Ageless & Active Movies at The J

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

**To register, e-mail**(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)**or call (248) 432-5418 ** **Join The J’s Ageless and Active department for Movies at The J!** January 22, 2025 – _Paper Clips_ – 1 hr. 22 min. February 19, 2025 – _Green Book_ – 2 hr. 10 min. March 12, 2025 – W _oman in Gold_ – 1 hr. 80 min. **To […]