Sukkot (Day 6)
2026-10-01 03:00 - 2026-10-02 02:59 (America/Detroit)

Are you a man caring for a loved one?
2026-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Jewish Family Service, 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, 48237, United States
Caregiving brings unique challenges. This support group is designed specifically for men navigating these responsibilities.
Join this 6-week group where you’ll meet with other men facing similar situations, share what works, and get the support that you need. You will learn practical skills to help you in your caregiving journey. This group will provide:
• Connection with other men who understand and share your experience
• Discussion of challenges specific to men in caregiving roles
• Information about available resources and services
• Support to reduce stress and prevent isolation
Thursdays from 1-2pm
Starting April 16, 2026
Session Dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
Jewish Family Service | 6555 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield
Facilitated by Jewish Family Service social worker Kyle Neely, LMSW, CAADC
To register, or for questions, contact Beth Seelbach at 248.592.2655 or bseelbach@jfsdetroit.org

Family Caregiver Support Group
2026-10-01 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-10-08 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-10-15 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-10-22 14:30 - 15:30 | Jewish Family Service, 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, 48237, United States
Taking care of a loved one can be challenging. Jewish Family Service wants to help.

You are invited to join a supportive network of people who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving in our Family Caregiver Support Group. This weekly group will provide a welcoming, judgement-free place to connect, share experiences and help one another through the stresses of caregiving.
Topics may include:
• Avoiding isolation and loneliness
• Reducing stress and low mood
• Preventing caregiver burnout
• Learning about helpful resources
• Boosting caregiver confidence
• Planning for the future
Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 pm
6 sessions starting on Thursday, April 16 and continuing on April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28
Jewish Family Service | 6555 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield
To register, email familycaregiversupport@jfsdetroit.org

Questions? Contact Beth Seelbach, facilitator and JFS Family Caregiver Support Program Coordinator, at 248.763.6350 or bseelbach@jfsdetroit.org.

Michigan and the Holocaust
2026-10-01 19:00 - 20:30 | The Zekelman Holocaust Center, 28123 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334
Featuring Education Manager, Harry Smith.

Women’s Philanthropy Lion of Judah Event (hold)
2026-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Knollwood Country Club 5050 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
Major donor event for Federation’s annual campaign

Sukkot (Day 7) / Hoshanah Rabah
2026-10-02 03:00 - 2026-10-03 02:59

Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah
2026-10-03 03:00 - 2026-10-04 02:59

Postpartum Support Group
2026-10-07 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-10-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-10-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Jewish Family Service Oak Park, 25900 Greenfield Road--Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, 48237, United States
Jewish Family Service invites you to join a FREE 6-week 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 and anxiety, adjusting to motherhood, body image, navigating relationships, and self-care.
Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm
Meets May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10
Jewish Family Service | 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 405, Oak Park
Register at jfsdetroit.org/supportgroups
A minimum of 6 participants are needed to run the group.
Questions? Contact Rina Hennes Sabes at 248.303.7226 or rsabes@jfsdetroit.org

NCJW | MI Women of Vision 2026
2026-10-08 09:30 - 15:30
Annual Women of Vision Benefit Luncheon benefiting National Council of Jewish Women, Michigan’s community impact projects. Details to follow

NCJW | MI WOV 2026
2026-10-08 10:00 - 15:00
NCJW | MI Women of Vision Annual Benefit Luncheon

Tamarack Trot and Fall Fest
2026-10-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Tamarack Camps
Join us for a fall fun run at Camp Maas

Pop-Up Shop to Benefit Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network Patients and Families (HOLD)
2026-10-11 10:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-18 10:30 - 16:30
Shop an exclusive collection of designer artwork, jewelry, clothing, sweet treats, home goods and more, while supporting local artists and giving back. 20% of proceeds will benefit the patients and families served by The Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network.

10 Year Celebration of Farber Soul Center w/Major Show!
2026-10-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Farber Center, 5586 Drake Road, West Bloomfield, MI, 48322, United States
Please join us for the 10 year celebration of the opening of Friendship Circle’s Farber Soul Center and a major art show

Hadassah Greater Detroit Judi Schram Autumn Celebration
2026-10-13 11:00 - 15:00
Annual Fundraiser

FALL FOCUS – NCJW | MI
2026-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Adat Shalom, 29001 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills, Michigan, 48334, United States
More information to come…

Jarc Annual Fundraiser
2026-10-15 17:00 - 22:00 | Location TBD – Info coming soon! , TBD
Details to come.

36th Annual Event
2026-10-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Congreation Shaarey Zedek, 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, MI, 48034, United States
This is our Annual Event it is a fundraising Dinner celebrating 36 years of service.

FIDF Michigan Annual Dinner
2026-10-22 18:00 - 21:00
FIDF Michigan’s annual fundraising event

Detroit Jewish Book Fair at the DIA
2026-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | DIA, Detroit, United States
Experience our nation’s longest-running Jewish book fair, an annual literary event that features prominent and emerging authors (from our community and from all over the world), and celebrates the global art of Jewish storytelling.

Community Pillars Parlor Meeting (Hold)
2026-10-26 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-10-27 17:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Program for Community Pillars
