The Women of Temple Israel warmly invite you to a special screening of the inspiring movie Out of My Mind. Produced by Eddie Rubin, son-in-law of Renee Unger, the film tells the powerful story of a young girl living with Cerebral Palsy. Join us at Temple Israel on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. […]
Some of the most interesting developments in Jewish Law are happening in the fast moving area of medical ethics. Join Rabbi Rubenstein as we explore the question of donating one’s body to medical education. Topics we’ll explore: honoring the dead without delaying burial; the mitzva of Pikuah Nefesh (saving a life); when would shiva and […]
Families with young children* are invited for a very exciting Shabbat for Tots!! Call up the grands, or the uncles and aunts, call up the cuzzies or your kids’ favorite stuffies- it’s special persons day! So bring a special guest (or two!) and share Shabbat for Tots with someone new! We’ll play and craft, and […]
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Calling all Lego builders ages 7 and up! Join us for our brand new program: SHABBAT LEGO CLUB! We’ll gather in the Berman Library for Jewish-themed Lego building, learning, Shabbat snacks, and fun with your shul friends. Please register below, limited drop-in spots will be available. Organized by: Congregation Shaarey Zedek View event on Jlive: […]
Glide into the new week with us with dinner and Havdallah, followed by a fun evening of ice skating at the Campus Martius Rink! $10 per person includes dinner, rink admission, and skate rental. For young adults ages 21-39. Young adult programming at Downtown Synagogue is generously supported by Lisa Applebaum. Organized by: Isaac Agree […]
Havdala at Hillel Day School. Including fun activities from our partners from various Jewish community organizations and their members.
“Baking for the Jewish Soul” is a time to be present and in the moment, while creating delicious sweets for yourself and others. The act of baking is a form of mindfulness where our focus and intention will be on making special treats that fill our bellies and homes with the tastes and aroma of […]
**Join us to light up the night as we transition from Shabbat to a new week!** Dance the night away and explore activity stations led by our amazing community partners. You don’t want to miss this epic community-wide Havdalah celebration. If you have plans that night, send your children with a grandparent, babysitter, or friend. […]
Join Rabbi Rubenstein on 3 Sunday mornings this winter to delve into Devora Steinmetz’s book _Why Rain Comes From Above_. The book is described as an invitation into “the imaginative space created by deep engagement with biblical and rabbinic texts which open us to new ways of thinking and new worlds of meaning.” We’ll explore […]
