**Contemporary Halachic Debates: More Questions, Fewer Answers ** Join Rabbi Faudem for a lively weekly discussion and debate on current, relevant topics. How does Halacha (Jewish Law) impact our everyday opinions and decisions? Participate in this round table discussion as Rabbi Faudem asks you to answer the question: “What are your questions, comments and concerns?” […]
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in person at CSZ. Join Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. **We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per session. You can pre-pay here early or bring […]
**Simple Instructions For A Complicated Life** Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) is a rich treasure trove of short, moral and ethical teachings that serve as guides for Jewish living. Join in the exploration of these inspiring materials as Rabbi Faudem presents these morsels of advice and insights of the leading rabbinic scholars of different […]
Join Rabbi Jen Lader for a deep dive into the prayers you know and love. Come away inspired by the history, meaning and power behind the prayers in our worship services. Questions? Connect with Lisa at (https://mailto:lkaplan@temple-israel.org?subject=RE%3A%20Liturgy) Organized by: Temple Israel View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/6508
Join us at Temple Beth El for an enriching literary experience as we delve into the captivating world of ” _The Matchmaker’s Gift_ ” by Lynda Cohen Loigman. Facilitated by the insightful Cantor Rachel Gottlieb Kalmowitz, this promises to be a thought-provoking discussion. **Date: Thursday, January 11** **Time: Noon** Synopsis: In the bustling streets of […]
**RSVP to Rosa Chessler: **[ **rchessler@jccdet.org**](https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/) ** or 248.432.5418** **Thursday, January 11** **th** **– 1 p.m. ** ** _Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body_** Learn what research has shown about lifestyle choices that may help keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Hear practical ways you can incorporate changes into a plan […]
**THURSDAY, JANUARY 11** **6:30 PM** **Baking for the Jewish Soul: Challah with Mandylicious** ** _Sponsored by Patti and Rick Phillips_** Everyone will go home with two challahs – one six strand with savory topping options and one sweet with many filling options. While this event is in-person, Mandylicious will be broadcasting from Massachusetts. “Baking for […]
**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 […]
Compete for prizes and schmooze with friends at Shir Shalom’s Euchre Tournament, a round-robin event. Games for competitive, casual and new players. Open to those who want to kibbitz too. Space is limited. Admission includes snacks and select beverages. Shir Shalom invites you to bring your own alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages too. ** _Registration open […]
Taking advantage of new voting rights. The successful passage of the ballot initiative, Proposal 2 of 2022 (Promote the Vote 2022), amended the Michigan Constitution to protect the right of every eligible Michigander to vote, expand voter registration opportunities and voting options, and enhance the security of our elections. Join us to learn what you […]
**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 […]
