**Welcome to the Winter-Spring 2025 Catalog of Classes from JLearn, where adult Jewish learning meets today’s lifestyles. We are excited to offer a wide selection of classes on ZOOM, as well as expanded in-person opportunities. Join a community of learners guided by the most talented instructors from the Detroit area and across the world.** **Whatever […]
Join JFamily for a special Passover themed pop-up with Tunezies, Jesse Palter!This amazing class will have your little ones moving and discovering the bigbeats of the holidays. Families are welcome to stay and play following the class until 11:30AM. Organized by: JFamily Detroit View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10960
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.
Join us for Linked: Connecting Our Stories, a special intergenerationalprogram designed for women and girls to come together, share their stories,and celebrate the power of tradition and heritage. This meaningful eventhonors the Jewish commandment to “tell our story,” fostering a deeperconnection to our shared past while embracing the future. Together, we willcelebrate the richness of […]
**CHROMA Workshop**Instructed by Kim Fay This is a companion workshop to the current CHROMA exhibition. The purpose ofthis class is to familiarize the student with the aspects of color, their useand impact in an artwork. Through selected color schemes, the student willcreate a small painting using these principles. Previous painting experienceis helpful but not necessary. […]
Join our friends at JFamily for a special morning of play celebrating Pesachand searching for chametz! We’ll have Pesach themed crafts, songs, and aspecial snack. Free and open to the community. Ages 6 and under. Organized by: JFamily Detroit, Congregation Shaarey Zedek View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11240
Join our friends at JFamily for a special morning of play celebrating Pesachand searching for chametz! We’ll have Pesach themed crafts, songs, and aspecial snack. Free and open to the community. Ages 6 and under. Organized by: JFamily Detroit, Congregation Shaarey Zedek View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11240
Join us for a special Shabbat for Tots inspired Passover experience! Families with young children* are invited to march, dance, and skip across thesea with us as we celebrate Passover with hands-on holiday fun. We’ll beginwith craft activities and playtime, followed by a musical prayer service andspecial blessing ceremony for babies born to our congregation […]
Join Shir Tikvah for their Second Seder catered by Platinum Dish. We willcelebrate Passover (Pesach) by reading the Haggadah with Rabbi Alicia, searchfor the afikomen – fun for kids of all ages. Delicious Passover seder foodserved family style per table. You can make your reservations on our website -https://www.shirtikvah.org/event/passover/pesach-second-seder-.html$65 per adult and $28 per child […]
Join with friends, family and community to celebrate our liberation at B’naiMoshe’s Second Seder which is open to the community. Join Rabbi Shalom Kantoras we tell the story of the exodus and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared byChef Cari Kosher Catering. Knowing Rabbi Kantor, nearly anything can happenthat evening! Be ready for lots of fun, […]
Are you looking for new ways to stay active? Do you want to learn more about healthy living? Join us for a **FREE** 12-week workshop for 55+ Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 PM 1st hour – instructional classroom 2nd hour – Low impact physical activity Registration is for the full, 12-week course. Wellness program books will be provided. […]
The first public program from our (https://www.meetyouatthewell.org/365) series is here! Community leaderand Bucket List member Laura Rosen will be facilitating a monthly Jewish bookclub, open to young adults in the Detroit community. The second meeting will take place on April 15th at the group will discuss TheLove Elixir of Augusta Stern by Lynda Cohen Loigman. […]
Join us for an _ Sage Advice: Pirkei Avot_, a class that will explore PirkeiAvot with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, everyTuesday from April 15th to May 27th at 7:30pm. There will be no class on May13th.The class is offered on a sliding scale from $36 to $180, making it accessibleto everyone.**Please […]
Join JKids and Families and Hillel Day School for a splash-tacular Passovercelebration at Goldfish Swim School in West Bloomfield! We’ll “sea” you in thepool for a morning of Passover memories that will last long after the sedersare over! This event is geared towards children ages 0-10. Cost is $5 per child. * Appropriate pool attire […]
Pesach Pizza NightWednesday April 16th at 5:30pmMake Matza Pizza & learn about Passover.$5 per personEvent is open to all with a family focus.RSVP online at Tkolami.org Organized by: Temple Kol Ami View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11207
**Kid-ish Club Tot Shabbat****with Jessie Palter and Tunezies** **April 18 at 5:00 p.m.**Temple Beth El **Join us for Tot Shabbat featuring TBE’s own Jessie Palter and Tunezies–ajoyful, fun, and interactive music experience! Passover friendly dinner tofollow**. $40/family up to 4 people$10 for each additional adult$5 for each additional child2 and under are free For any […]
We remember our loved ones at Passover and honor their memories with a specialpicture montage. If you would like to include a photo, please email one digital image (alongwith a full name of your loved one)to Leah at (https://mailto:leah@temple-israel.org) by Wednesday, April 16th.Thank you for participating in this special service.Questions? Contact Leah at (https://mailto:leah@temple-israel.org) This […]
Join us for family-friendly Pesach themed games – Reed Sea Crossing, PyramidKnock Out, Keep the Arbeh Up, and more!!! Supervised play available from9:30-10:30am Organized by: Adat Shalom Synagogue View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10925
Temple Israel’s Robert Sosnick Family Life Center is thrilled to continue ourAll-Inclusive Yoga and Movement Class! This adaptive class is designed to meetthe students where they are, and caters to the special needs of young adultswith challenges that include but are not limited to; ADHD, autism spectrumdisorder, down syndrome, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, and intellectual,emotional, […]
Welcome to Open Play at the J! Join us in the JFamily Room inside The J every Monday morning that schools are typically in session. We will be open from **9:30 AM until 11:30** for fun and play time! Each week, we may gather for a circle and story time around 10:30 AM, but you […]
**Reading Between The Lines – Spring Edition with Rebecca Starr** In-Person/ The Max M. Fisher Federation Building Mondays, NOON – 1:15 PM Monthly: April 21; May 12; June 9 Join Rebecca for an engaging literary journey as we delve into the rich world of short stories. These concise yet impactful narratives provide a unique platform […]
**Unearthing History: Jewish Archaeology In Israel with Dr. Michael Pytlik** ZOOM Mondays 1 – 2:30 PM March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: April 21, 28: May 5 Join Archaeologist Mike Pytlik for an engaging class exploring the latest, and _ALL NEW_ archaeological discoveries in Israel! This session will delve into groundbreaking findings that shed light […]
**TORAH LINE BY LINE with Rabbi/Dr. Mitch Parker** ** _HYBRID – this class is offered IN- PERSON at the Max M. Fisher Federation Building,_** **_and ON ZOOM_** **TUESDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** **Monthly** : Sept. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 12; Dec. 10; Jan. 14; Feb. 4; Mar. 18; Apr. 22; May 20 Sacrifices, laws of […]
The popular series Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies is ready for our nextseries! At Bubbies, Zaydies and Grandbabies, grandparents and grandkids play andcreate art together, sing songs, enjoy an interactive story time, and meet newfriends. This series is taught by former West Bloomfield early elementaryteacher, Sarah Sherman. **_Recommended for children ages 2 years – 5 years_** […]
**Jewish Detroit Herstory with Robbie Terman**In-Person / Max M. Fisher Federation BuildingTuesdays, NOON – 1:15 PMApril 22, 29; May 6Join Archivist Robbie Terman as she uncovers the compelling narratives of theremarkable women who played pivotal roles in shaping Jewish Detroit. Throughher expertise and passion for history, Terman delves into the lives of thesetrailblazing individuals who […]
Are you looking for new ways to stay active? Do you want to learn more about healthy living? Join us for a **FREE** 12-week workshop for 55+ Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 PM 1st hour – instructional classroom 2nd hour – Low impact physical activity Registration is for the full, 12-week course. Wellness program books will be provided. […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
Get outside and explore _teva -_ nature – with Adamah Detroit, Adat Shalom, and Beth Ahm in this 6 week class. This class is perfect for 0-5 year olds and a grown-up. Together, we’ll learn all about the changing world around us and enjoy the wonder of being in nature. Make sure you dress for […]
**THE HEARTS PRAYER, EXPLORING THE BOOK OF PSALMS with Rabbi Michele Faudem** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 10:45 – 11:45 AM** Jan. 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8 **** Through the ages, Psalms have played a tremendous role in the lives of the Jewish people. It is part […]
**This event is now sold out. Please email Amy Wayneat**(https://mailto:awyane@jewishdetroit.org)**tobe put on the waitlist.** Join Women’s Philanthropy’s Up Next group for a spring afternoon in Detroit’sEast Village as we explore two establishments within the Little Villagecultural corridor. We’ll take a guided tour of the art exhibition at TheShepherd, a former church turned art center. We’ll […]
Join us as we gather for an enriching guided nature walk through Palmer Park.We’ll see old friends, meet new colleagues, and feel the calming andrestorative impacts of time outside together. The walk will include an openingstretch circle and a brief teaching on Jewish environmental wisdom offered byRabbi Ariana Silverman of Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. Please […]
The Well is thrilled to invite young adults to join us on a new programseries: Shabbat Hop! Our next visit will be to Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills onSaturday, April 26th. We’ll gather for services at 9:30am (though theyofficially begin at 9:00am if you like to be there from the start!). AdatShalom also offers […]
**Tikkun Olam as Toxic Compassion?** At Passover, we remember that we were slaves in Egypt and that God brought usout of slavery. From this we might draw two conclusions: (1) we must becareful when we are powerful never to become like the Egyptians and (2) wemust be powerful enough to never let anyone else treat […]
Tammy Gottleib, a leading Israeli activist will share stories from her timefighting for democracy and equality in Israel, and the important role AmericanJews have to play in promoting democracy and pluralism in the Jewish state.Tammy will speak during Shabbat morning services and following Shabbat lunchat approximately 12:30pm.Tammy Gottlieb is the Vice Chairwoman of Women of […]
Join The Well as we volunteer at Bookstock!Bookstock is an annual used book and media sale that generates thousands ofdollars for non-profits in the community offering education and literacy-focused programs. The sale runs Sunday, April 27th through Sunday, May 4th, sowe’ll be there on Saturday evening to help set up the sale before itofficially opens.We’ll […]
Men’s Club invites everyone to go on a journey to see and learn about oldJewish Detroit during a guided tour by a docent from the Jewish HistoricalSociety of Michigan.The tour leaves from and returns to Adat Shalom. Organized by: Adat Shalom Men’s Club, Adat Shalom Synagogue View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10736
Adat Shalom Men’s Club is looking for men 18 and older to play softball thiscoming season in the Men’s Club Intercongregational Softball League. Sunday mornings – 20 Game season & playoffs.The season begins on 4/27 and goes through early August.Most game days will have double header.The final schedule will be emailed to players. Organized by: […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
**Get ready for a wheelie good time at our Annual Touch-a-Truck shindig!** Join us **Sunday, April 27 at 11:00 a.m.** for a truckload of fun that’s opento the entire community! This year, we’re revving things up with an incredible lineup—including a**two-story Command Center brought in by Belfor** , **landscape vehicles, arecycling truck, emergency vehicles, loaders** […]
The Detroit Jewish Film Festival celebrates the art of Jewish filmmaking by presenting films, encouraging discussion about Jewish stories, and creating shared experiences with filmmakers and audiences around the world. And through our history of promoting Israeli cinema as part of our diverse selection of Jewish films, we’re continuing to build a sense of community […]
Welcome to Open Play at the J! Join us in the JFamily Room inside The J every Monday morning that schools are typically in session. We will be open from **9:30 AM until 11:30** for fun and play time! Each week, we may gather for a circle and story time around 10:30 AM, but you […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** ** _Monthly_** _:_ Oct. 28; Nov. 18; Dec. 16; Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public […]
**MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS/WINTER-SPRING with Jill Gutmann** ZOOM **MONDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** **Monthly** : Jan. 27; Feb. 24; Mar. 24; Apr. 28; May 19; June 16 Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bioethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether the subject is public health or women’s rights to their bodies, […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
**Join us for The Collective Annual Retreat: Visions of a Jewish Future – ADay of Inspiration, Connection, and Fun!** This isn’t just another event – it’s a day to fuel your passion, connect withlike-minded professionals, and dive deep into how we can shape the future ofJewish education and engagement. Expect an exciting mix of inspiring […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
Are you caring for a loved one?Join us for our mini Expo with two FREE sessions designed for YOU! Session 1The Power of Physical Activity for Self-Carewith Brittany Denis, PT, DPT, RES-CPT This interactive session shares strategies for adding physical activity toyour daily routine—both as self-care and to build stronger connections withloved ones. Session 2Culinary […]
Are you caring for a loved one? Join us for our mini Expo with two FREE sessions designed for YOU! The Power of Physical Activity for Self-Care with Brittany Denis, PT, DPT, RES-CPT This interactive session shares strategies for adding physical activity to your daily routine—both as self-care and to build stronger connections with loved […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
**As part of Metro Detroit’s Yom Ha’Atzmaut/Israel Independence Daycelebrations, American Friends of Magen David Adom is pleased to bring Lt.Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus to Temple Israel on April 30th.** Conricus is acaptivating speaker — former International Spokesperson for the IDF andsenior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. This specialevent will honor MDA’s life-saving […]
**SALON SERIES CONTINUES: A TALMUDIC EXPLORATION OF HILLEL’S TEACHINGS ON ETHICS AND KINDNESS with Rabbi Tzvi Muller** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 11 AM** Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 […]
**THE HEARTS PRAYER, EXPLORING THE BOOK OF PSALMS with Rabbi Michele Faudem** ZOOM **THURSDAYS, 10:45 – 11:45 AM** Jan. 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13; Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8 **** Through the ages, Psalms have played a tremendous role in the lives of the Jewish people. It is part […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
**TOGETHER AGAIN: LOVE AND KINDNESS IN JUDAISM Part 2 with Rabbi Tzvi Muller**In-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building **THURSDAYS, NOON – 1 PM**April 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 RABBI MULLER RETURNS FOR AN ALL-NEW SESSION, BY POPULAR DEMAND!The world is in urgent need of more kindness. As members of the Jewishcommunity, we […]
Adults members of our congregation are invited to join Temple Israel’s Anti-Racism Task Force for a powerful journey exploring Detroit’s role in the fightfor freedom from slavery. We’ll begin with a guided tour of Second Baptist Church, a historic refuge forenslaved people seeking safety in Canada. After the tour, we’ll enjoy lunch ata Black-owned restaurant […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054
**READING THE PROPHETS with Rabbi Joseph Klein**ZOOM**FRIDAYS, 11:30 AM – 1 PM**May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6 We know their names and many of their quotations . This course will examinethe best known of the Biblical Prophets, their histories, the context of theirmessages and who in fact they really were . Rabbi Klein […]
**Israel Independence Day Shabbat****May 2nd at 6:00pm****Celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut with special guest speaker****Lior Zisser-Yogev, our community’s Shlicha,****Israeli ambassador through the Jewish Federation of Detroit****and the TKA Band** Organized by: Temple Kol Ami View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11464
Kids, tot thru 5th grade, are invited along with their parents, grandparents, and friends, for a celebration of Shabbat. We’ll have age appropriate youth services – one for kids 5 and under and one for kids in kindergarten thru 5th grade. Plus, there will be special activities based on the holiday during the month and […]
Save the date for Detroit’s biggest used book and media sale! Plan your visitto Laurel Park Place Mall for the week of April 27. Check back for moreinformation closer to the sale. Organized by: Bookstock Michigan View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11054