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2025 Winter/Spring Catalog Enter the World of Jewish Knowledge
**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 […]
A Tikkun Leyl Shavuot Conversation Two Judaisms
A Tikkun Leyl Shavuot Conversation Two Judaisms
**A Tikkun Leyl Shavuot Conversation Two Judaisms: Are Israeli & American JewsPracticing Different Religions?**Join us for an insightful Shavuot celebration with prayer, learning, andcommunity. Learn from conversation and enjoy a […]
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Shavuot Yizkor Service
Shavuot Yizkor Service
**Shavuot Yizkor Service – Remembering Our Loved Ones.**On Shavuot we gather; our harvest, our community, and also, our memories.Join us on Monday, June 2 at 10:30 AM as we gather […]
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JGrand: Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies! April -June 2025
JGrand: Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies! April -June 2025
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 […]
Shavuot Shake Up
Shavuot Shake Up
Everyone loves ice cream! Why not make it yourself for Shavuot?! Families with kids ages 0-11 will sing songs and hear a story with clergy,while teens ages 12 and up […]
Monthly Men’s Discussion Club
Monthly Men’s Discussion Club
**To register, e-mail **(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)** or call (248) 432-5418 ** **Monthly Men’s Discussion Club** Meets the first Tuesday of the month 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Facilitated by Alex Resin **To […]
Defending Faith; Protecting Ourselves Throughout History with Rabbi Shalom Kantor
Defending Faith; Protecting Ourselves Throughout History with Rabbi Shalom Kantor
**DEFENDING FAITH; PROTECTING OURSELVES THROUGHOUT HISTORY with Rabbi ShalomKantor **In-Person/ Max M. Fisher Federation BuildingTuesdays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMay 6, 13, 20, 27; June 3, 10 Join Rabbi Kantor […]
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Memory Cafe
Memory Cafe
Join us at the Memory Cafe, where people living with dementia and their family caregivers gather monthly to find connection and camaraderie. Enjoy engaging activities, entertainment, and light refreshments in […]
Dads’ Night Out with JFamily – June
Dads’ Night Out with JFamily – June
Dads deserve a night out, too! Take some time with the guys in a relaxedenvironment while you schmooze, network and enjoy good company. See some ofyour old friends and make […]
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Coffee With The Rabbis: Mussar Masters – Ethical Living/Winter- with Rabbi Bennett and Rabbi Krakoff
Coffee With The Rabbis: Mussar Masters – Ethical Living/Winter- with Rabbi Bennett and Rabbi Krakoff
**COFFEE WITH THE RABBIS: MUSSAR MASTERS – ETHICAL LIVING/WINTER-SPRING** **Rabbi Joshua Bennett and Rabbi Joseph Krakoff** ZOOM **MONTHLY – THURSDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM** Monthly: Jan. 9; Feb. 6; Mar. […]
ShinShinim Summer Send Off
ShinShinim Summer Send Off
Come hang out with us as we say _l’hitraot_ (not goodbye!) to our amazingShinShinim! After an incredible year in Detroit, it’s time to send them off to Tamarackand then back […]
NEXT CHAPTER
NEXT CHAPTER
Join our speakers as they discuss the social, emotional, and health issues that may arise in your next chapter. They will also share community resources and exciting new program information […]
Next Chapter
Next Chapter
**Are you or someone you know wondering what will be the Next Chapter of TheirLife?** If your children no longer need as much of your time as in the past,you […]
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Coffee Club
Coffee Club
Coffee Club is the foundation of group focused on bringing Beth Ahm seniorsand empty nesters together for conversation, events, and to meet new people.Contact Renee Fein at 248-851-6880 or(https://mailto:rfein@cbahm.org) with […]
Reading The Prophets with Rabbi Joseph Klein
Reading The Prophets with Rabbi Joseph Klein
**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 […]
Shabbat B’Yachad
Shabbat B’Yachad
Join Hazzan Gross and Rabbi Nosanwisch for a musical outdoor intergenerationalFriday night in the new shelter on the playground followed by a deliciousdinner and kids’ activities. 6pm traditional Kabbalat Services […]
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Wisdom & Coffee Exploring the Definition of Antisemitism: Helpful or Hurtful?
Wisdom & Coffee Exploring the Definition of Antisemitism: Helpful or Hurtful?
Join us for an engaging conversation about The International HolocaustRemembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism—helpful or hurtful? Learnabout the IHRA’s definition and how it impacts the conversation aroundantisemitism. This discussion, in […]
Havdalah & Rooftop DJ
Havdalah & Rooftop DJ
After Havdalah, join us on the roof deck for drinks, community, and a live DJset from _Whodat_ to set the perfect vibe for a great Saturday night. Gearedtoward young adults […]
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Maimonides and the Book that Changed Judaism
Maimonides and the Book that Changed Judaism
Maimonides is the most famous and influential rabbi of the Middle Ages. Aphilosopher, halakhist, physician, and community leader, Maimonides continuesto be studied and debated more than 800 years after his […]
Donuts with Dads and Friends: A Father’s Day Pop Up!
Donuts with Dads and Friends: A Father’s Day Pop Up!
Celebrate the special guys in your life! Join Parent Connector TaylorWeintraub for a morning of connection, community and fun at Drake Park in WestBloomfield. Whether you’re a dad, grandpa, uncle […]
TBE’s Family Hootenanny
TBE’s Family Hootenanny
It’s our birthday and everyone is invited to celebrate TBE turning 175 yearsold!We’re throwing the ultimate Family Hootenanny presented by Epstein/StotlandFamilies **Sunday, June 8****11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.** Join us for live […]
Schmear The Love
Schmear The Love
Love is love, and brunch is for everyone! Join NEXTGen Detroit Pride andRepair the World Detroit for Schmear the Love, a joyful and inclusive PrideBrunch celebrating community, connection and carbs. […]
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Coffee House The New Syria: Friend or Foe?
Coffee House The New Syria: Friend or Foe?
**Rabbi Asher Lopatin and Daniel Bucksbaum** share their insights aftervisiting Damascus as guests of the Syrian government. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation on Middle Eastern politics.A Kosher catered lunch will […]
Reading Between The Lines – Spring Edition with Rebecca Starr
Reading Between The Lines – Spring Edition with Rebecca Starr
**Reading Between The Lines – Spring Edition with Rebecca Starr**In-Person/ The Max M. Fisher Federation BuildingMondays, NOON – 1:15 PMMonthly: April 28; May 12; June 9 Join Rebecca for an […]
The Brain and Heart Connection
The Brain and Heart Connection
Gray Matters–Free brain health workshop The intimate connection between the heart and the brain is known as Neurocardiology. Taking care of our heart is critical for our brain health. Join […]
The J’s Annual Meeting
The J’s Annual Meeting
**You’re Invited to The J’s Annual Meeting****Find your Jewish center. Connect with your community.**Join us as we reflect on a year of meaningful connection, growth, and impactat The J—your home […]
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Sign Language with Ms. Amanda: A JFamily Pop-Up!
Sign Language with Ms. Amanda: A JFamily Pop-Up!
Join Us for a Special Morning of Learning and Fun! Come spend a morning with parent connector Julie Michaels and Ms. Amanda as weexplore the basics of American Sign Language […]
Retiree Job Compass
Retiree Job Compass
Evaluate your WHY (purpose) and your WHAT (action items). Discover yourdirection and next steps to retirement fulfillment, including strategies formeaningful work and activities that align with your passions and skills. […]
safeTALK Training
safeTALK Training
**LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!** **Become a safeTALK-trained helper and reduce the number of suicides in ourcommunity.** Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but arestruggling with pain […]
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Lunch & Learn with Hannah Fine
Lunch & Learn with Hannah Fine
We’re delighted to announce the return of our Lunch & Learn series onWednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:30pm ET! Join us for this in-person gatheringled by our very own Hannah […]
NCJW | MI Concert Day
NCJW | MI Concert Day
A musical journey of three of the Great White Way’s most celebrated composers Presented by Hazzan Daniel Gross. This is a free event. To register, call the office at 248.355.3300 […]
Potted Perfection: A Planting Workshop
Potted Perfection: A Planting Workshop
Summer is here, and it’s time to jazz up your outdoor space with a littlepotted perfection! We’re headed to Great Lakes Landscaping Design in Oak Parkto learn from the pros […]
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CarFit with Ageless & Active
CarFit with Ageless & Active
**To register,e-mail**(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)**orcall (248) 432-5418 ** **CarFit with The J’s Ageless and Active** Thursday, June 12, 11 AM – 1 PMFREE Trained experts show you how you can enhance your comfort, […]
Family Caregiver Support Group
Family Caregiver Support Group
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 […]
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FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life Bessie Spector Oldest Jewish Americans Celebration
FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life Bessie Spector Oldest Jewish Americans Celebration
**Bessie Spector Oldest Jewish Americans Celebration 2025**Friday, June 13th, 11:15amAdat Shalom Synagogue https://give.jslmi.org/events-homepage/event-bessie-spector-oldest-jewish-americans-celebrations/RSVP form: https://form.jotform.com/250304683354151 Organized by: Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10985
Pride Shabbat
Pride Shabbat
Pride Shabbat at Temple Emanu-ElJune 13th at 7:00PM with an oneg to follow Come celebrate Pride with us on June 13th for our special Pride Shabbat.We welcome all community members […]
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Campfire Havdallah and Farewell to Rabbi Jeff & Steph
Campfire Havdallah and Farewell to Rabbi Jeff & Steph
In a bittersweet transition, Rabbi Jeff and Steph will be moving toPoughkeepsie, New York this summer as Rabbi Jeff steps into a new role asSenior Rabbi at Vassar Temple. Read […]
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Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day
Get ready for Family Fun Day! We’re celebrating the start of the summer seasonwith an unforgettable day for campers of all ages. Bring the whole family andenjoy all the exciting […]
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ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
**Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)** is a two-dayinteractive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at riskof suicide and how to work with them to keep […]
ASIST Training
ASIST Training
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a FREE two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with […]
Learn to Play Mah Jongg!
Learn to Play Mah Jongg!
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play Mahj? Now’s your chance to learn thegame of our ancestors! Join us at Temple for an instructional series of three lessons, […]
Modern Jewish Medical Ethics With Jill Gutmann
Modern Jewish Medical Ethics With Jill Gutmann
**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; […]
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ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
ASIST Training: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
**Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)** is a two-dayinteractive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at riskof suicide and how to work with them to keep […]
ASIST Training
ASIST Training
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a FREE two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with […]
Ageless & Active Matter of Balance Class
Ageless & Active Matter of Balance Class
**To register,e-mail**(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)**orcall (248) 432-5418 ** **Improve Your Balance. Worry Less About Falls. Be More Active.** A Matter of Balance classes are designed for people 60 and up. There is nocost. […]
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Baby Bunch & Beyond – ECC Summer Family Fun
Baby Bunch & Beyond – ECC Summer Family Fun
Looking for something fun to do with your littlest family member? Bring yourbaby to this fun class that offers weekly circle time, songs and bubble play!We offer a variety of […]
Baby Bunch & Beyond – ECC Summer Family Fun
Baby Bunch & Beyond – ECC Summer Family Fun
Looking for something fun to do with your littlest family member? Bring yourbaby to this fun class that offers weekly circle time, songs and bubble play!We offer a variety of […]
Mom’s Night Out at Paddle + Par
Mom’s Night Out at Paddle + Par
Grab your girls and let’s hit the court! Join us for a Mom’s Night Out ofpickleball playing at Paddle + Par! Whether you’re a seasoned player or havenever picked up […]
The 3G Kibitz: Conversations for Descendants of Survivors
The 3G Kibitz: Conversations for Descendants of Survivors
Join us on Wednesday, June 18th for an intimate and supportive eveningexclusively for 3Gs. As descendants of survivors, we carry a unique legacy andface distinct challenges navigating today’s world. This […]
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Family Caregiver Support Group
Family Caregiver Support Group
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 […]
Afternoon Concert Series 2025 – The Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Afternoon Concert Series 2025 – The Detroit Symphony Orchestra
In conjunction with the Caring Community, celebrating our 28th year, join usat Temple Israel (or virtual by (https://www.temple-israel.org/concerts)) for an afternoon of great music! **The Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Thursday, June […]
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Play & Pray: Shabbat Block Party
Play & Pray: Shabbat Block Party
The community is invited to join us for our first Shabbat under the stars!**5:30 PM – PLAY & PRAY BLOCK PARTY****Families **– come show off your ingenuity with Lego™, Duplo™, […]
Shabbat Around the World – Italy
Shabbat Around the World – Italy
Join Shir Tikvah for the last in our series of Shabbat Around the Worldfeaturing cuisine from Italy, by renowned caterer, Elwin Greenwald.Menu: Italian Wedding Soup; Farmhouse Bread Salad with White […]
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Detroit Central High School Shabbat
Detroit Central High School Shabbat
Join us for Shabbat services honoring Central High School graduates, followedby lunch. To be included in the program, RSVP by June 18th at 248-357-5544.Let us know if you have memorabilia […]
Awakening: A Shabbat Morning Experience with Coleen Dieker
Awakening: A Shabbat Morning Experience with Coleen Dieker
Join Coleen Dieker and Cantor Michael Smolash for a Shabbat morning experiencefilled with soulful music, meaningful Torah, and community connection. Open to the community. All are welcome! Please RSVP here: […]
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Awakening: A Shabbat Morning Experience with Coleen Dieker
Awakening: A Shabbat Morning Experience with Coleen Dieker
Join Coleen Dieker and Cantor Michael Smolash for a Shabbat morning experiencefilled with soulful music, meaningful Torah, and community connection. Open to the community. All are welcome! Please RSVP here: […]
Council re|sale 90th Anniversary Celebration
Council re|sale 90th Anniversary Celebration
Celebration complete with Silent Auction, a Fashion Show, live music and refreshments to honor this momentous occasion for Council Resale. General admission tickets $18 per person. Sponsorship levels available! Council […]
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Youth United Interfaith Community Service Camp
Youth United Interfaith Community Service Camp
6th to 12th graders (entering fall 2025) are invited to volunteer, have fun,and earn community service hours while doing a variety of projects at (https://caresfh.org/)in Farmington Hills on Monday, June […]
A Second Blue and White Challah Bake with JFamily and Aish Detroit
A Second Blue and White Challah Bake with JFamily and Aish Detroit
Join Aish Detroit and JFamily for our second Israel-themed challah bake of theyear. Come together in a supportive environment to pray for our brothers andsisters in Israel when they need […]
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Youth United Interfaith Community Service Camp
Youth United Interfaith Community Service Camp
6th to 12th graders (entering fall 2025) are invited to volunteer, have fun,and earn community service hours while doing a variety of projects at (https://caresfh.org/)in Farmington Hills on Monday, June […]
Pure Networking at Mother Handsome
Pure Networking at Mother Handsome
Pure Networking, Jewish Working Women’s Network’s wildly popular networkingseries, is heading back to Mother Handsome in Oak Park for an east sideevening edition. Come for cocktails, conversation and the chance […]
Rabbi Irwin and Leypsa Groner Memorial Lecture featuring Haviv Rettig Gur
Rabbi Irwin and Leypsa Groner Memorial Lecture featuring Haviv Rettig Gur
There are two kinds of Zionism: The array of idealistic ideologies carryingthat label – religious, cultural, socialist, liberal, etc. – and the moreprosaic Zionism, that of Pinsker and Herzl and […]
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Rev Your Engines: VIP Go Karting at Full Throttle
Rev Your Engines: VIP Go Karting at Full Throttle
Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers,boundary-breakers and daredevils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do! Bringyour sense of adventure, because we’re […]
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Rosh Chodesh Tammuz
Rosh Chodesh Tammuz
Celebrate every new Hebrew month with our beautiful, women-led Rosh ChodeshService including Torah reading, Hallel, and Musa in the Bernstein Chapelfollowed by a special breakfast. All men and women are […]
Resume Writing Workshop
Resume Writing Workshop
Join Gesher Human Services for a free Resume Writing Workshop by CertifiedProfessional Resume Writers. Gain valuable tips and tools to write a dynamicresume.There will be an opportunity to sign up […]
Teva Tots Summer
Teva Tots Summer
Get outside and explore _teva -_ nature – with Adat Shalom, and Beth Ahm inthis summer season! This class is perfect for 0-5 year olds and a grown-up.Together, we’ll learn […]
Family Caregiver Support Group
Family Caregiver Support Group
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 […]
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Scotia Shabbat
Scotia Shabbat
Come celebrate Shabbat with us at **Scotia Park** in Huntington Woods for afun energetic Tot Shabbat! Bring a picnic dinner and we’ll supply challah andcookies! **Open to the community for […]
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Shabbat Gone Wild
Shabbat Gone Wild
**Shabbat has Gone Wild! TKA is going to the Detroit Zoo for Shabbat.****Saturday, June 28th, 11:00am****at the Detroit Zoo – DTE Solar Pavilion****Register by Friday, June 13th for TKA group […]
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TreeRunner Adventure Park Pop-Up
TreeRunner Adventure Park Pop-Up
Get ready for a fun morning of outdoor adventure at TreeRunner Adventure Park-West Bloomfield! Kids will climb, zip, and swing through the Aerial Forest ANDenjoy 18 holes of mini golf. […]
Boker Tov @ Aish Detroit
Boker Tov @ Aish Detroit
If happy hour and Sunday morning had a baby, it’d be Boker Tov, Detroit! Startyour Sunday Funday with a great cup of coffee, laid-back vibes, and somecasual mingling with fellow […]
Floral Flow: An Exploration of Color and Form in Watercolor with Artist Wendy Fournier
Floral Flow: An Exploration of Color and Form in Watercolor with Artist Wendy Fournier
**Floral Flow: An Exploration of Color and Form in Watercolor with ArtistWendy Fournier**Discover the joy of painting vibrant, loose florals in this engagingwatercolor workshop. Designed for a relaxed and welcoming […]
Detroit Jewish Film Festival – Technion 10 squared
Detroit Jewish Film Festival – Technion 10 squared
Documentary /Israel / English and Hebrew with English subtitles / 77 minutes The story of this institution’s hundred years on Mount Carmel provides a fascinating prism through which to describe […]
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Ryan Rosman Memorial MSU Hillel Golf Outing and Dinner
Ryan Rosman Memorial MSU Hillel Golf Outing and Dinner
The Ryan Scott Rosman Memorial MSU Hillel Golf Outing and Dinner celebrates Ryan’s passions for golf, entrepreneurship and Jewish community. Proceeds support the Ryan Rosman Leadership Fund at MSU Hillel […]
Fore The Kids – Dr. Larry D Sills Memorial Golf Outing
Fore The Kids – Dr. Larry D Sills Memorial Golf Outing
The J’s Dr. Larry D. Sills Memorial Golf Outing is generously endowed by theSills family. Join us for an unparalleled golf experience at Franklin HillsCountry Club while making a lasting […]
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Monthly Men’s Discussion Club
Monthly Men’s Discussion Club
**To register, e-mail **(https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/)** or call (248) 432-5418 ** **Monthly Men’s Discussion Club** Meets the first Tuesday of the month 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Facilitated by Alex Resin **To […]
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Memory Cafe: Sips of Support
Memory Cafe: Sips of Support
Join Jewish Family Service at the Memory Cafe, where people living with dementia and their family caregivers gather monthly to find connection and camaraderie. Enjoy engaging activities, entertainment, and light […]
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Teva Tots Summer
Teva Tots Summer
Get outside and explore _teva -_ nature – with Adat Shalom, and Beth Ahm inthis summer season! This class is perfect for 0-5 year olds and a grown-up.Together, we’ll learn […]
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Shabbat Rocks & BBQ
Shabbat Rocks & BBQ
Join us for an outdoor Shabbat beginning with a tasty BBQ at 5pm followed by arockin’ musical Shabbat services at 6pm. * Bring a lawn blanket and chair(s) for the […]
Shabbat on Liberty Bell Road & TGIS
Shabbat on Liberty Bell Road & TGIS
Celebrate the 4th of July with your CSZ family at a patriotic Shabbat onLiberty Bell Road! “We will begin at 5:15 p.m. with Opening Shabbat blessingsfor all in the Weisberg […]