The Shtetl In Yiddish Literature And Film with Dr. Avi Blitz

**The Shtetl In Yiddish Literature And Film ** From the Yiddish meaning small town, the word shtetl nowadays conveys a romantic image of traditional Jewish life in Eastern Europe, evocative of **_Tevye’s Anatevka_** __from Fiddler on the Roof. But what was the reality? The small Jewish market towns of the Pale of Settlement were fraught […]

Parsha Hashavuah (Weekly Torah Portion)

**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 […]

Jewish Festivals: The Rest Of The Story with Rabbi Joseph Klein

**Jewish Festivals: The Rest Of The Story ** How much do you really know about the origins, developmental histories and backstories of our Jewish Festivals? We tend to take for granted the familiarity of our celebrations and commemorations, not realizing why and how these traditions came to be. The “Rest of the Story” will take […]

Shabbaton Rabbi Michael Moskowitz Scholar-in-Residence Weekend

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

Join us for an exciting Shabbaton weekend as we present Rabbi Michael Moskowitz from Congregation Beit Simchat Torah in New York. Rabbi Mike Moskowitz is a deeply traditional and radically progressive advocate for trans rights and a vocal ally for LGBTQ inclusivity. Rabbi Moskowitz received three Ultra-Orthodox ordinations while learning in the Mir in Jerusalem […]

Shabbat Shira: Playlist of a People

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

**Shabbat Shira Dinner – 6pm** Join us for our annual Shabbat Shira congregational dinner before this special service. Adults: $18/member; $25/non-member; Children: $12/child age 5-12; no cost 4yrs and under. _Register below for dinner by January 19th_ **Kabbalat Shabbat Service – 7pm** Musician and scholar Dr. Lorry Black shares gems from across the synagogue world, […]

Shabbaton Rabbi Michael Moskowitz Scholar-in-Residence Weekend

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

Join us for an exciting Shabbaton weekend as we present Rabbi Michael Moskowitz from Congregation Beit Simchat Torah in New York. Rabbi Mike Moskowitz is a deeply traditional and radically progressive advocate for trans rights and a vocal ally for LGBTQ inclusivity. Rabbi Moskowitz received three Ultra-Orthodox ordinations while learning in the Mir in Jerusalem […]

Family Shabbat Experiences

Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd, Southfield

Join us each Shabbat morning in the Tikvah Chapel for songs, prayer, games, challah and grape juice snack, and fun with your Shul friends. Open to the congregation and the community. Activities for kids ages 0-12. Organized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/6548

The Winter Landscape and my Favorite Tree

JFamily Room at The J 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

The Winter Landscape and my Favorite Tree Sunday, January 28, 2024 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Trees hold a special place in the Jewish imagination. As we are celebrating trees for the holiday of Tu Bishvat, we can explore how trees make us feel more connected to where we live, and our planet as a […]

Romp-N-Roll: Canine Happy Hour

Canine To Five 4278 Haggerty Rd, Commerce Charter Twp

Is your pup feeling a little cooped up with this winter weather? You too, huh? Well, we’ve got the cure for your cabin fever! Join NEXTGen Detroit at Canine To Five’s indoor facility for an exercise session and the chance to play catch and catch up with fellow dog parents. Important info and requirements: 1. […]

The Winter Landscape and my Favorite Tree

JFamily Room at The J 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township

The Winter Landscape and my Favorite Tree Sunday, January 28, 2024 1 – 2 pm Trees hold a special place in the Jewish imagination. As we are celebrating trees for the holiday of Tu Bishvat, we can explore how trees make us feel more connected to where we live, and our planet as a whole. […]