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 […]
Organized by: Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit
Embark on a journey through the theme of “Common Threads” as we unveil the collaborative works of three distinguished guest artists, threading their creative spirits with our Soul Studio artists. Savor a strolling dinner, indulge in a curated holiday market shopping experience, and partake in an art auction. Your presence will help weave this beautiful […]
Organized by: Federation NEXTGen Detroit
Caregivers event There will be 3 speakers. One is a geriatrician, the next will provide community resources and the final speaker is a social worker who will speak about family and caregiving.
Federation’s Attorneys Group will be having a speaker at a local venue. Place and speaker TBA
The winter holidays can be a time of both celebration and challenges, for born Jews and interfaith families alike. Join Rabbi Jen Lader and Outreach Chair, Carol Cooper, for a supportive discussion about how to navigate the cultural and familial pressures that arise during this time of year. Dessert and coffee will be served. **Open […]
Join us for an evening at the Townsend Hotel with the Attorney General of Michigan, Dana Nessel, as she shares how her office handles hate crimes here in our state. We will learn about the challenges and complexities of prosecuting hate crimes, and also about the importance of identifying when a crime is in fact […]
ARE YOU RECYCLING . . . or “WISHCYCLING?” Join us to hear from representatives of the 3 local recycling centers: RRRASOC, SOCRRA and GFL. The representatives will give an overview of their recycling centers and answer your specific recycling questions. Have items ready to show the experts and get answers.
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
A free, 6-week support group for new moms (with babies 0-12 months) to come together to share their experiences, give and receive support, and learn about helpful tools and resources for postpartum wellness. Topics discussed will include stress, adjustment to parenting, postpartum depression/anxiety, and self-care. Lap babies welcome! Meetings will take place weekly on Friday […]
A FREE support group for moms (with babies 0-12 months) to come together to share their experiences, give and receive support, and learn about helpful tools and resources for postpartum wellness. Topics discussed will include stress, adjustment to parenting, postpartum depression/anxiety, and self-care. Lap babies welcome! Facilitated by Jewish Family Service social workers Rina Hennes […]
