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SUMMARY:Volunteer to Help Make Gesher's Fundraising Event for Women's Programs a Success!
DESCRIPTION:Play an important role in the success of our annual **Trade SecretsFUNdraiser\, on April 23\, 2026\,** which benefits our flagship _Women to Work_program as well as our financial education classes\, homebuyer training\, careercounseling services\, and computer classes that empower women to achievepersonal success with renewed skills and confidence\, and the ability tosupport themselves and their families. \nThis year we are excited to welcome **Kristen Gross** as our honoree andkeynote speaker. An attorney\, entrepreneur\, and nonprofit leader\, Kristen willshare the secrets to her success and inspire attendees with her life story. Inaddition to honoring Kristen\, Gesher will celebrate the many women who havesuccessfully graduated from Gesher’s workforce development classes. \n**Morning Event Assistants** \n  * help with our silent auction set up and staging  * pack gift bags for our guests\, and   * assist with other set up tasks. \n_Shifts: 10 am to 1 pm or 11am to 2 pm_ \n**Evening Event Assistants** \n  * welcome guests  * staff our registration table  * assist guests with their silent auction bids\, and  * help prepare for the auction check out process. \n_Shift: 6 pm to 9 pm_ \n**Qualifications:** \n  * Must be 18 or older  * Able to lift up to 10 lbs. and stand for long periods  * Having comfort with technology and apps a plus!  * Criminal background check required \n**Location:** Detroit Marriott\, Troy\, 200 W Big Beaver Rd\, Troy\, MI 48084 \n**Dress:** Morning – casual\, Evening – business casual \n**Lunch and dinner provided.** \nOrganized by: Gesher Human Services \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15067
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/volunteer-to-help-make-geshers-fundraising-event-for-womens-programs-a-success-3/
LOCATION:200 W Big Beaver Rd 200 W Big Beaver Rd\, Troy
CATEGORIES:Adults,Career,College Students,Food Provided,Older Adults,Parking (free),Valet parking ($),Volunteering,Women,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Human Services":MAILTO:employmenthelp@geshermi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:Music of Billy Joel and Elton John Starring Michael Cavanaugh
DESCRIPTION:The **Music of Billy Joel and Elton John**  features the greatest hits ofthese two great rock piano legends. Songs include: “Piano Man”\, “Rocket Man”\,“Bennie and the Jets”\, “Movin’ Out”\, “I’m Still Standing”\, “My Life”\,_ _ andmany more. **PollStar  **ranked this show in the Top 50 touring Acts/Shows thelast two years._ _ \n**Michael Cavanaugh**  stars in this production. He was handpicked by BillyJoel to star in the hit Broadway musical **_Movin’ Out_**. Michael receivedboth Tony and Grammy nominations in the lead role. Billboard calls him the“New Voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook”. Broadway World referred toCavanaugh as “The New Piano Man”. Reuters named Cavanaugh _Entertainer of theYear_. \n_“Amazing”_  – The New York Times \nProduced with support from **Burton A. Zipser and Sandra D. ZipserFoundation.** \nOrganized by: The Berman Center for the Performing Arts\, The J \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14554
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/music-of-billy-joel-and-elton-john-starring-michael-cavanaugh/
LOCATION:The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free),Wheelchair Accessible
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Berman Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:theberman@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:Walking Toward Shabbat with Adamah - April
DESCRIPTION:**A Spring Stroll in April!** \nJoin us as we gather for an enriching guided nature walk along the WestBloomfield Trail. We’ll see friends old and new and feel the calming andrestorative impacts of time outside together. \nThe walk will include opening and closing circles and a Jewish environmentalteaching from Rabbi Shribman of Temple Kol Ami. \nPlease wear comfortable shoes/boots\, bring a full water bottle and an openheart. \nHave questions – Reach out to[detroit@adamah.org](https://mailto:detroit@adamah.org)! \nOrganized by: Temple Kol Ami\, Adamah Detroit \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15429
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/walking-toward-shabbat-with-adamah-april/
LOCATION:West Bloomfield Trail W Bloomfield Trail\,
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Educational,Environment and Sustainability,Health & Wellness,Nature,Outdoors,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adamah Detroit":MAILTO:detroit@adamah.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T150000
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SUMMARY:Mix\, Match & Mahj!
DESCRIPTION:Mix\, Match & Mahj is a weekly Mahj program held **every** Friday from**12pm–3pm.** \nCome enjoy a relaxed\, social Mahj experience where players mix and match attables upon arrival—no need to come with a group. \n**To help us plan and ensure a smooth experience for everyone\, advanceregistration is required.** \nBring your Mahj set and get ready to mix\, match\, and play! \n*** These sessions will take place in West Bloomfield. The address and anyadditional details will be shared directly with registered participants viaemail the week of the event.** \n**Register here:** https://www.temple-israel.org/event/MixMatchMahj \nQuestions? Please email Marni at mmorrison@temple-israel.org \nOrganized by: Temple Israel \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15437
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/mix-match-mahj-6/
LOCATION:West Bloomfield Township 5725 Walnut Lake Road\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Adults,General,Grandparents,Older Adults,Parents,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Israel":MAILTO:kheraud@temple-israel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:EPIC StepUp NEXTGen Detroit
DESCRIPTION:NEXTGen Detroit Fundraier
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/epic-stepup-nextgen-detroit/
LOCATION:MI
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:NEXTGenDetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T180000
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SUMMARY:EPIC StepUp: The Premiere Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join NEXTGen Detroit’s Ben-Gurion and Herzl Societies as we welcome inShabbat and celebrate the launch of the EPIC StepUp Program at the InauguralDinner. Enjoy a cocktail hour\, family-style Friday night dinner of classicJewish favorites and our special guest comedian\, podcast host and writer EitanLevine([@eitanthegoalie](https://www.instagram.com/eitanthegoalie?igsh=MThmd3U0cmZnb3kxNA==)).This is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow young Jewish adults who aredeeply committed to ensuring a vibrant Jewish future here in Detroit\, Israeland around the world through their support in the Federation’s AnnualCampaign. \n6 – 7 PM: Cocktail Hour | Explore the Market | Meet & Greet with Eitan Levine  \n7 – 9 PM: Dinner and Program   \nDietary laws observed. \nSnappy casual attire suggested.   \nThis event is intended for households who have committed to the EPIC StepUPprogram or have already made a BGS or Herzl Society level gift to theFederation’s 2026 Annual Campaign. \n**About EPIC  StepUP** \nThe EPIC StepUp program is a pathway for welcoming and cultivating the nextgeneration of Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) donors. EPIC StepUp invitesparticipants to “step up” their giving over three years\, with a clear andachievable plan: year one: a $500 gift\, year two: a $750 gift and year three:a $1\,000 BGS-level gift to the Federation’s Annual Campaign. From the momentthey join\, EPIC StepUp participants are recognized and celebrated as BGSdonors\, with access to all BGS community experiences. **EPIC StepUp is broughtto the community by Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family**. \n**Thank you to Our Leadership**   \n_Event Chairs:_   \nAlec Cherrin \nNatalie Gordon \nMolly Moss \nJonah Newman \nGage Wakula \n_NEXTGen Detroit President_   \nAndrew Luckoff \n_NEXTGen Detroit President Elect_   \nAbigail Epstein \n_NEXTGen Detroit Immediate Past President_   \nSpencer Lucker \n_NEXTGen Detroit Campaign VPs_   \nErica Dovitz\, Nicole MacWilliams\, Andrew Moss and Blair Thoenes \n _BGS Co-Chairs_   \nJacob R. Gordon and Taylor Weintraub \n**Thank you to Our Sponsors** \n**Presenter** \nThe Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family \nBurns & Wilcox \nKaufman Financial Group \n**Leader** \nAJM Packaging \n**Advocate** \nErin & Jonathan Modiano \nLARC Properties \n**Friend** \nCivic Companies \nOrganized by: Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15223
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/epic-stepup-the-premiere-dinner/
LOCATION:The Rust Belt Market 22801 Woodward Ave\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Coleen Dieker
DESCRIPTION:**Join us for a special Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Coleen Dieker!** \nShe is back! Coleen Dieker is one of the most gifted and dynamic singer/multi-instrumentalists on the scene today. When not snowboarding or jumping out ofplanes as a licensed skydiver\, she can be found music directing projects fromhouses of worship to traditional Spanish music to Irish Rock and beyond. Alongwith her captivating vocals and songwriting\, Coleen adds piano\, guitar\, flute\,ukulele and violin with astonishing virtuosity and passion. \nColeen will be visiting Temple Israel as one of many weekend Artist-in-Residence appearances at leading synagogues across the country. Please join usfor Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday\, April 24th at 7 pm. \n**Admission is free and open to the community! All are welcome!** \nNo need to RSVP. \nLearn more here: [https://www.temple-israel.org/event/ColeenDieker](https://www.temple-israel.org/event/ColeenDieker) \nQuestions? Please connect with Maya at [Maya@temple-israel.org](https://mailto:Maya@temple-israel.org) \n**_Coleen’s visit to Temple is generously sponsored by Joyce Keller & MichaelWalch._** \nOrganized by: Temple Israel \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14639
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-service-with-coleen-dieker-2/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, West Bloomfield
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Israel":MAILTO:kheraud@temple-israel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260401T151551Z
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SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to welcome Lindsay Mall\, early childhood educator and localcelebrity amongst the 5 and under crowd\, to make music with us and celebrateShabbat in a meaningful way for the youngest members of our community! \nBeginning at 11:00am\, families with young children (~0-5 years old) areinvited to join us in our 1st floor Community Room. We’ll have sensory playand independent activities to enjoy while everyone arrives and settles in\, andthen we’ll begin our musical Shabbat song session around 11:20am. Shortlyafter 12pm\, we’ll head upstairs to the sanctuary to join the adults for theend of their Shabbat service\, and then we’ll all reconvene on the 1st floorfor Kiddush and lunch. \nThere is no charge to attend\, though advance registration is appreciated so wecan prepare for the right number of people. \nOrganized by: Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15363
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/tot-shabbat-2/
LOCATION:Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue 1457 Griswold St\, Detroit
CATEGORIES:Families,Jewish Holiday,Music,Shabbat,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue":MAILTO:hello@downtownsynagogue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:Kids Kehillah
DESCRIPTION:Kids Kehillah is a new song-filled Shabbat service for kids ages ~6-10\, withengaging and age-appropriate learning about the prayers\, Torah portion\, and/orrelevant holidays. This monthly program will allow our elementary schoolers tobuild community with each other\, deepen their Jewish learning\, and have fundoing it! \nWe’ll be using the siddur Mishkan T’filah for Youth as our guiding resource.No prior knowledge is needed. Kids Kehillah will take place from11:15am-12:00pm in a separate space\, while services in our main sanctuary areunderway. Shortly after 12:00pm\, we’ll head upstairs to join the adults forthe end of our main Shabbat service\, and then we’ll all reconvene on the 1stfloor for Kiddush and lunch. Parents are welcome to join for Kids Kehillah butaren’t required – feel free to stay in the main service! \nThis month\, Rabbi Silverman and Rabbi Benjamin Altshuler will lead KidsKehillah. \nAdvance registration is appreciated so we can prepare for the right number ofpeople. \nOrganized by: Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15381
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/kids-kehillah-2/
LOCATION:Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue 1457 Griswold St\, Detroit
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Music,Shabbat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue":MAILTO:hello@downtownsynagogue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260327T020057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224518Z
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SUMMARY:The Final Countdown
DESCRIPTION:We know our entire community is still processing and recovering from thedevastating attack on Temple Israel. Our job is to make sure that ourcommunity remains vibrant and secure for the future\, and that means finishingour Annual Campaign strong. With that in mind… \nCue the music\, it’s the Final Countdown! Da da da daaaa\, da da da dadaaaa…ok now that we have that out of our system\, let’s close the AnnualCampaign! The clock is running down on Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign\, andwith May 31 around the corner we’re upping our game and hitting the phones asa community to reach our fundraising goals. Please join us for a fun andfestive Final Countdown telethon on Sunday\, April 26 from 9:30 AM until noon.Come for the entire time or just a half hour\, whatever fits your schedule.They’ll be food\, friends and phone calls. Bring along your laptop or iPad foreasy access to our donor portal. We hope to see you there! \nOrganized by: Jewish Federation of Detroit \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15227
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/the-final-countdown/
LOCATION:Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Detroit":MAILTO:tcohen@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260205T015948Z
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SUMMARY:Adat Shalom Men's Club Softball League 2026
DESCRIPTION:Adat Shalom Men’s Club is looking for men 18 and older to play softball thiscoming season in the Men’s Club Inter-congregational Softball League. \nSunday mornings – 20 Game season & playoffs. \nThe season begins in April and goes through early August. \nMost game days will have double header. \nThe final schedule will be emailed to players. \nOrganized by: Adat Shalom Men’s Club\, Adat Shalom Synagogue \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14494
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/adat-shalom-mens-club-softball-league-2026/
LOCATION:Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Adults,Sports & Fitness,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adat Shalom Men's Club":MAILTO:support@jlive.app
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260410T011535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224530Z
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SUMMARY:National Days of Jewish Service Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join Mezuzah for a volunteer opportunity to celebrate Repair the World’sNational Days of Jewish Service\, and make a difference in the Detroitcommunity! Volunteering will focus mostly on cleaning up a neighborhood lot.Lunch will be served! \nOrganized by: Mezuzah Detroit \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15400
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/national-days-of-jewish-service-volunteering/
LOCATION:NW Goldberg \, Detroit
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Food Provided,Kosher Food,Outdoors,Parking (free),Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mezuzah Detroit":MAILTO:jeremy@mezuzahdetroit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260304T145955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224530Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Torah and Letters
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Bec for an interactive\, hands-on exploration of Torah. We’ll havethe chance to hold some of Rabbi Bec’s scribing tools\, take a close look at aTorah scroll\, ask big questions about how Torah scrolls are made and repaired\,and use calligraphy pens to try out scribing. (Hebrew alphabet coloring sheetswill be available\, as well.) \nThis workshop is for kids in kindergarten thru 8th grade with their parentsand/or grandparents. Younger siblings are welcome.  Advance registration at[www.cbahm.org/event/torahletters042626](https://www.cbahm.org/event/torahletters042626)is required. \nOrganized by: Congregation Beth Ahm \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15035
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/exploring-torah-and-letters/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Ahm 5075 W Maple Rd\,\, West Maple Road 5075\, Michigan\, 48322\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Educational,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Learning,Parents,Wheelchair Accessible,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Ahm":MAILTO:dgoodman@cbahm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T130000
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SUMMARY:Touch-a-Truck
DESCRIPTION:**Get ready for a wheelie good time and help us celebrate Susie Weiner as wesay farewell at our** \n**Annual Touch-a-Truck shindig!** \n**** \nJoin us **Sunday\, April 26  at 11:00 a.m.** for a truckload of fun that’s opento the entire community! \nThis year\, we’re revving things up with an incredible lineup. It’s a hands-on\,horn-honking\, joy-filled spring celebration for all ages! \nAnd guess what? **Your ticket includes lunch\, drinks\, ice cream\, snacks\, andtruck climbing!  **So roll on over with family and friends – let’s truck it upand make some unforgettable memories. \nOrganized by: Temple Beth El \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15394
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/touch-a-truck/
LOCATION:7400 Telegraph Rd 7400 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:All Ages,General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Beth El":MAILTO:ssaltz@tbeonline.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
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SUMMARY:Snapshot of History
DESCRIPTION:Picture Yourself in History. Literally. \nThe Jampel Center is taking you on a journey through photography and you’re the star! You’ll travel through photo history\, snapping shots of yourself at a modern selfie station\, in retro polaroid film\, sepia-toned tintypes\, and more! Experience how photography has developed through this interactive exhibit that includes real historical images from our Jewish community archives.  \nTake a shot and join us for an event that will be fun for all! \nEvent is an open house
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/snapshot-of-history/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El\, 7400 Telegraph Road\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, 48301\, united States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Culture,Education,Family Events,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage":MAILTO:terman@jewishdetroit.org
GEO:42.5324079;-83.286505
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260319T181622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224518Z
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SUMMARY:Snapshot of History: Picture Yourself in History. Literally.
DESCRIPTION:The Jampel Center invites you to step into the story of photography\, andyou’re the star! Explore how photography has evolved through an interactiveexhibit featuring authentic images from our Jewish community archives. As youmove through photo history\, you’ll jump in front of the lens. Pop in the photobooth\, snap a pic with a polaroid camera\, get a professional\, vintage-stylefamily portrait\, have your face printed on a cookie instantly\, pose for anauthentic tintype and more! \n**And picture this!  ** \nCommunity partners will share historical photographs from their own archivalcollections and offer interactive activities that bring the stories behind theimages to life. \n**Experience Tintype Photography  (Optional)** \nStep into the 1850s with tintype photography—a historic process that creates aone-of-a-kind portrait on metal\, full of texture\, depth\, and old‑world charm.Detroit Tintype (detroittintype.com) will offer a limited number of tintypesessions for $54 (regularly $125). Just 15 spots available to take part inthis rare historic photo experience. \nTake a shot and join us for an event that will be fun for all! \n$10 single ticket (13 and older) \n$5 (12 and under) \n$25 for a family (two adults and up to 4 children) \nFree for Friends of the Jampel Center. [You can joinhere](https://jewishdetroit.org/friends-of-archives/). \n(Optional) Detroit Tintype Add‑On: $54 \n**Please note the following tintype conditions:  ** \n  * Tintype add-on is limited to 15 sessions. **Please select your timeslot in the Add-Ons section as you select your ticket type.  **  * Tintypes may include up to two people per image.   * A general event ticket is required to purchase the tintype add-on.   * A timed slot is required for tintype sessions; late arrivals will forfeit their slot. General exhibit admission may be before or after your scheduled time.   * Finished tintypes will not be available onsite and must be picked up at Temple Beth El at a later date.  \nThe Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage is home to theRabbi Leo M. Franklin Archives of Temple Beth El and the Leonard N. SimonsJewish Community Archives of the Jewish Federation of Detroit. \n**Thank You to Our Supporters and Community Partners:** \n**Supporters:**   \nJewish Federation of Detroit \nTemple Beth El \nHermelin Davidson Center for Congregational Excellence \n**Participating Community Partners:**   \nFarber Hebrew Day School \nHebrew Free Loan \nJarc \nJewish Federation of Detroit: NEXTGen Detroit \nJewish Federation of Detroit: Women’s Philanthropy \nJewish Senior Life   \nJewish War Veterans Department of Michigan \nNational Council of Jewish Women \nTamarack Camps \nTemple Beth El Sisterhood and Brotherhood \nOrganized by: Temple Beth El\, Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan JewishHeritage \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15141
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/snapshot-of-history-picture-yourself-in-history-literally/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El 7400 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage":MAILTO:terman@jewishdetroit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260304T145955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224530Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Torah
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Bec as she shares her journey to becoming a Torah scribe\, as wellas what goes into writing and maintaining a Torah scroll\, both practically andspiritually. \nWe will take a look at some of our own Torah scrolls\, have a chance to holdscribing tools\, witness Rabbi Bec cut and use a quill\, and participate in awriting workshop to get a feel for the letters in written form. No matter yourexperience with writing or creative expression\, this workshop will open upTorah in a new dimension. \nAdvance registration at[www.cbahm.org/event/artoftorah042626](https://www.cbahm.org/event/artoftorah042626)is required.  This workshop is for teens and adults. \nOrganized by: Congregation Beth Ahm \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15036
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/the-art-of-torah/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Ahm 5075 W Maple Rd\,\, West Maple Road 5075\, Michigan\, 48322\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Jewish Learning,Older Adults,Teens,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Ahm":MAILTO:dgoodman@cbahm.org
GEO:42.5430206;-83.3255164
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260327T020058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224530Z
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SUMMARY:Family Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join JFamily\, Adamah Detroit and Repair The World for a fun Earth Daycelebration for kids and families! Come spend time outside exploring nature\,meeting animals\, making eco-friendly crafts and taking part in small hands-onprojects that help care for our planet and give back to the environment. \nOrganized by: Repair The World\, JFamily Detroit\, Adamah Detroit \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15133
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/family-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Stage Nature Center 6685 Coolidge Hwy\, Troy
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,General,Parents,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260219T204618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T204618Z
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SUMMARY:The J’s Gala
DESCRIPTION:An Evening at The J with Douglas Murray
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/the-js-gala/
LOCATION:The JCC\, 15110 W 10 mile Rd.\, Oak Park\, Michigan\, 48237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
ORGANIZER;CN="The J":MAILTO:info@jccdet.org
GEO:42.4748902;-83.1965104
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260327T020111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224531Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Douglas Murray\nHonoring Todd Sachse with the \nBoneh Kehillah Award
DESCRIPTION:**Join us for a powerful community gathering featuring internationallyrenowned author\, journalist\, and commentator Douglas Murray\, whose work andvoice have helped shape global conversations about democracy\, culture\, and thefuture of the West.** Murray is an associate editor at _The Spectator_ and thebestselling author of eight books. He is widely recognized for his thoughtfulcommentary and his strong advocacy for Israel and the Jewish people. \n**The evening will proudly honor Todd Sachse with the Boneh Kehillah (Builderof Community) Award\, recognizing his outstanding leadership\, generosity\, andenduring commitment to strengthening our Jewish community.** \n**Event Co-Chairs** \nAndi Wolfe and Adam Bleznak \nDouglas Murray’s participation was generously underwritten by Elizabeth Rose. \n**Proceeds from the evening will support the programs\, services\, and communitybuilding initiatives of The J.** \n   https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=71d25a2e-cea2-4c04-a1c8-50b6f6b895e9&envId=p-_gWDxBhWpU2cuMfWJhE7Lg&zone=usa \n**_Location will be provided prior to the event._** \nOrganized by: The J \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14733
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/an-evening-with-douglas-murrayhonoring-todd-sachse-with-the-boneh-kehillah-award/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Adults,Advocacy,College Students,Grandparents,Older Adults,Parents,Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="The J":MAILTO:info@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260216T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224531Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee House Featuring Detroit Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Detroit’s Comeback Story – The Other Half Speaks This is a great opportunityto get an inside scoop on some of the most recognized and impactful nonprofitsin Detroit. This month\, we will feature Karisa Antonio\, Vice President ofSocial Innovation and Learning from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra as well assome young music fellows who have benefited from DSO’s many youth engagementprograms in Detroit. \nOrganized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14789
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/coffee-house-featuring-detroit-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd\, Southfield
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Shaarey Zedek":MAILTO:cszmarketing@shaareyzedek.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260203T140020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T140020Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Minds Together*: Classes for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia
DESCRIPTION:Living with a loved one on the dementia journey can make us wonder about our own cognitive health. Mind University’s proven cognitive training classes are fun\, interactive and translate to real-world results. While you take time to sharpen your mind\, your loved one will be engaged in a class just right for them. \nClasses target and challenge six critical cognitive functions with increasing speed and difficulty as sessions progress. \nMondays and Thursdays starting March 2 at 11am \nClasses run for 12 weeks and are held at The J. \nInterested? Contact 248.788.MIND or MindU@jfsdetroit.org. \n  \n*A program of Jewish Family Service’s Caring Connections Neighborhood Hub
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/strengthening-minds-together-classes-for-caregivers-and-their-loved-ones-with-dementia/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:The J\, 6600 West Maple Road\, West Bloomfield\, MI\, 48323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Caregiving,Health & Wellness,Mental Health,Older Adults,Senior
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260302T174454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224531Z
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SUMMARY:Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner featuring Marc Shaiman
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opening night smash celebration! \n7 PM: Conversation with Tony Award-winner MARC SHAIMAN \nTalk with live performances by Marc Shaiman\, Chelsea Packard (Broadway’sWicked)\, and surprise guests! \nJoin award-winning composer/lyricist **MARC SHAIMAN** (_Hairspray\, Sister Act\,Smash_ and many others) for a peek behind the curtain of life on Broadway\, inHollywood\, and on television\, with a no-holds-barred conversation about his NYTimes bestselling memoir. An unforgettable tribute to the power of music\, thepull of the spotlight\, and the beat that never stops! \nIn conversation with **JULIE SMITH YOLLES**. \nBook signing follows. Discounted book available at time of ticket purchase. \nCo-sponsored by the 75th Detroit Jewish Book Fair. \nBecome a Film Festival Patron today and attend this event for free as part ofyour Patron package: [2026 Detroit Jewish Film FestivalPATRONS](https://give.thejdetroit.org/2026-detroit-jewish-film-festival-patrons) \n**Gold Film Sponsor:** Burton A. Zipser & Sandra D. Zipser Foundation \n**Bronze Film Sponsor:** Henry & Delia Meyers Library \n**Sponsors:** The Berman; 75th Detroit Jewish Book Fair; JRec \nOrganized by: The J\, Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14976
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/never-mind-the-happy-showbiz-stories-from-a-sore-winner-featuring-marc-shaiman/
LOCATION:The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free),Special Guest
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival":MAILTO:filmfestival@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035921
CREATED:20260306T114451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224544Z
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SUMMARY:The Collective Annual Retreat 2026: One Community
DESCRIPTION:The Collective Annual Retreat convenes Jewish education\, engagement\, andcommunal professionals from across Metro Detroit for a full day of practicallearning\, conversation\, and cross-agency connection. \nThis year’s theme\, One Community\, focuses on the real work of Jewish communallife today: navigating difference\, sharing priorities across institutions\,supporting our community through complexity\, and sustaining ourselves asprofessionals. \n**Opening Plenary One Community\, Many Commitments with Yossi Klein Halevi** \nThe day will begin with a plenary that grounds our collective work in themoral and peoplehood questions facing Jewish communal life right now. Throughstorytelling and reflection\, Yossi Klein Halevi will explore what it means tobelong to one community amid differing commitments\, perspectives\, andpriorities. \nThis session will invite participants to grapple with how we hold complexitywith integrity—navigating disagreement without fragmentation\, sharedresponsibility without uniformity\, and clarity in moments of tension. Theplenary will provide a shared frame and language that will carry through theworkshops and conversations that follow. \n**Why This Retreat** \nJewish professionals across Detroit are doing meaningful\, values-driven work.This retreat creates space to step back together\, engage with professionalsacross roles and agencies\, and strengthen our collective capacity to lead withclarity\, purpose\, and care. \nOne Community focuses on moving forward together while honoring the distinctroles\, voices\, and responsibilities each of us brings \n**Workshop Highlights Include** \n  * Universal Design: Creating a Culture of Inclusion with Detroit Disability Power  * Making Impact Real: Goal Setting That Actually Sticks with Jessica Katz  * Leadership and Teamwork with Tomer Moked  * Courageous Conversations: Conflict Resolution with Alex Harris from OpenDor Media  * Jewish Joy: Empowered Jewish Journeys with Dr. Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath from The Jewish Education Project  * Development Team Torah with Rabbi Ari Witkin  * Jewish Teens Today and the Jewish Future with Rabbi Jen Lader and Alex Harris  * Program Evaluation and Metrics with Ashley Schnaar Morof  * Finding My Voice with Yoel Levy (The Jewish Batman)   * AI Case-Studies and Experimentation Lab with Kari Alterman and Michelle Turnbull \nAnd a whole lot more… \n**Who Should Attend** \nThis retreat is designed for Jewish communal professionals across MetroDetroit\, including those working in: \n  * Education (early childhood\, day schools\, supplemental education\, adult learning)  * Youth\, teen\, and family engagement  * Israel engagement and Jewish learning  * Community engagement\, programming\, and innovation  * Philanthropy\, development\, and strategy \nBoth emerging and seasoned professionals are encouraged to attend. \n**Kosher Continental Breakfast and lunch provided** \nOrganized by: The Collective
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/the-collective-annual-retreat-2026-one-community/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Collective":MAILTO:plotkin@jewishdetroit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20260121T161514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161516Z
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SUMMARY:The Collective Annual Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Annual Retreat
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/the-collective-annual-retreat/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\,
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Detroit":MAILTO:tcohen@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20250730T151120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151120Z
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SUMMARY:Yossi Klein Halevi Public Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Yossi Klein Halevi will offer a public lecture – The Shalom Hartman Institute
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/yossi-klein-halevi-public-lecture-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20260302T162954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224544Z
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SUMMARY:Among Neighbors\, Opening with documentary short Wallenberg
DESCRIPTION:This award-winning documentary blends exquisite animation with searingeyewitness testimony to uncover the haunting story of a Polish town wherecenturies of coexistence with its Jewish community collapsed in the shadow ofWorld War II. This powerful film plays like a real-life murder mystery\,exposing profound arts of courage and devastating acts of cruelty. 100minutes\, English & Polish. \nOpening with documentary short **_Wallenberg_**(17 minutes\, English)\,recounting how nearly 100\,000 Jews in German-occupied Hungary were saved byRaoul Wallenberg\, University of Michigan ‘35\, during the Holocaust. \nTickets: $12 advanced purchase. $15 at the door. \n**Silver Film Sponsor:** The Zekelman Holocaust Center \n**Bronze Film Sponsor:** CHAIM-Children of Holocaust Survivors Association inMichigan; David Horodoker Organization; The Voice/Vision Holocaust SurvivorOral History Archive \n**Sponsor:** JLearn \nOrganized by: The J\, Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14978
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/among-neighbors-opening-with-documentary-short-wallenberg/
LOCATION:The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Adults,Holocaust,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival":MAILTO:filmfestival@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20260319T130126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T130126Z
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SUMMARY:Yoel Levy: From Hiding to Batman
DESCRIPTION:We are inviting parents and middle to high school students to hear Yoel Levy’s powerful story about growing up with dyslexia and a speech challenge\, finding confidence through movement\, and becoming The Jewish Fitness Coach\, (famous for running marathons dressed as Batman.) \nHis goal is to empower young Jews to stand tall and be unapologetically themselves. \nLight refreshments served.
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/yoel-levy-from-hiding-to-batman/
LOCATION:Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Teens
ORGANIZER;CN="Affinities%2C JFMD":MAILTO:feld@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20260327T020112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224544Z
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SUMMARY:When Heroes Wear Capes: \nAn Inspiring Evening with @TheJewishFitnessCoach
DESCRIPTION:If a marathon runner dressed head-to-toe as Bat Man has showed up on yoursocial feed\, then Yoel Levy has made his way to you. And you are not alone\,Yoel’s handle\, @TheJewishFitnessCoach\, has over 255K followers who engage withhim as he travels the world running races as Bat Man to honor Ariel and KfirBibas and their love of the iconic super hero. But Yoel’s story goes beyondthe mask and cape. As a child\, he struggled with dyslexia and speechchallenges\, ultimately using movement and fitness to gain confidence andovercome obstacles. Followers also know that he is a proud and dotting bigbrother to his sister Hannah who has special needs.   \nYoel will be joining us for an inspiring talk with ample time for Q&A. He’llshare his personal story as well as touch on topics of resilience\, Jewishidentity and visibility\, and what it means to show up proudly as a Jew\, bothon and offline. This honest and inspiring conversation is appropriate andapplicable for teens and adults. We hope you will join us! \n**Donor Ticket:** \n$18 per adult (21+) if your household has made a gift to Federation’s 2026Annual Campaign. **If you are not yet a donor\, you can become one today andselect our donor ticket price option.  ** \n**Non-Donor Ticket:** \n$36 per adult (21+). \n**Student Ticket:  ** \n$10 (5th grade to college\, 20 and under). \nPlease register in advance by April 27. \nThank you to our Leadership: \nLindsay Hords and Jessica Migliore\, Event Co-Chairs \nAffinities Leadership: \nJayme Kirschner and Danny Singer\, Affinities Department Co-Chairs \nOrganized by: Jewish Federation Affinities \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15300
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/when-heroes-wear-capes-an-inspiring-evening-with-thejewishfitnesscoac/
LOCATION:Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035922
CREATED:20260327T020113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T224544Z
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SUMMARY:Big Questions Beit Midrash - Security
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Nosanwisch and Rabbi Langer during Big Questions Beit Midrash toexplore SECURITY… \n  * Where do you feel safe vs. unsafe?  * How do we balance safety with freedom?  * Whose safety counts?  * Is feeling safe the same as being safe? \nBig Questions Beit Midrash is a shared space for adults to grapple withcomplex issues facing American Jewry through Jewish texts and ideas. \nIs asking big questions good for the jews? You have answers… We havequestions! \nFuture date (different topic) June 16 \nOrganized by: Adat Shalom Synagogue \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12681
URL:https://jewishdetroitcalendar.org/event/big-questions-beit-midrash-security/
LOCATION:Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adat Shalom Synagogue":MAILTO:info@adatshalom.org
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