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SUMMARY:JFamily Challah Train Nominations 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:🚂Choo Choo! All Aboard the JFamily Challah Train! \nDo you know a family who could use a little extra love this week? Maybe they\njust welcomed a new baby\, moved into a new home\, are navigating a tough\ntime—or maybe they’ve just been doing something wonderful and deserve to be\ncelebrated. Whatever the reason\, the JFamily Challah Train is ready to\nroll their way with a special Shabbat surprise! \nEach week\, our incredible Parent Connectors deliver fresh challah and a\nbag of goodies to families across Metro Detroit. It’s our way of sharing\nthe warmth of Shabbat and reminding families that they’re seen\, supported\, and\ncelebrated. \nWhether it’s a “just because” or a meaningful milestone\, the Challah Train is\na small gesture with a big heart—and now\, we need your help to keep it\ngoing! \n💛 Who can you nominate?\nFamilies with children ages 0–10 living in Metro Detroit who could use\na warm Shabbat hug. \n📬 What will they receive?\nA delicious challah\, a thoughtful bag of Shabbat-themed goodies\, and a whole\nlot of love. \n✅ How do you nominate someone?\nJust click the “Sign Up” button below and fill out the quick form. It only\ntakes a minute to brighten someone’s week. \nThis heartfelt initiative is generously supported by PJ Library Detroit \,\nand together\, we’re helping families feel connected\, celebrated\, and cared\nfor. \n🚂Don’t miss the train—nominate a family today! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11900
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/jfamily-challah-train-nominations-2025-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Families,Food,General,Grandparents,Parents,Young Adults,Young Children
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SUMMARY:Sharing Shabbat 2025-2026: \nInterest Form
DESCRIPTION:Your Family’s Shabbat Adventure Starts Here! \nSharing Shabbat is a 7-month journey for families with children ages 0–11\nto explore the joy of Shabbat together. Each month\, your family will take part\nin meaningful Shabbat experiences designed to help you connect — with the\ntraditions\, with your own home rituals\, and with other families in the\ncommunity. \nWhether you’re new to town\, part of an interfaith family\, or simply looking to\nbuild lasting connections\, Sharing Shabbat offers a welcoming space for\neveryone. \n🍽️ 4 Home-Hosted Shabbat Meals: Friday night dinner or Saturday\nbrunch/lunch \n\nFamilies will be placed into small cohorts that will gather in each other’s homes to celebrate Shabbat in a warm and relaxed setting.\nEach host will receive a Sharing Shabbat Host Kit filled with helpful resources and goodies to enhance the experience\, including a gift challah to Dakota Bread or Zeman’s Bakery.\nNot comfortable hosting in your home? No problem! We still welcome your application and will work with you to find a way for your family to participate.\n\n🌟 All participating families will enjoy these experiences: \n\nOpening Shabbat Dinner & Art Workshop\nChanukah Celebration\nChallah Bake\nClosing Havdalah Celebration\n\nThese shared events bring everyone together to build community\, celebrate\nJewish traditions\, and create lasting memories.\nReady to join Sharing Shabbat? \nAfter you complete your registration\, you’ll receive an email with a link to\nthe application. Please be sure to submit the application by September\n3rd. Once we receive it\, a member of the JFamily team will reach out to\nschedule a short Zoom conversation to get to know your family and learn more\nabout what you’re hoping for from your Sharing Shabbat experience. \nPlease complete the application (https://forms.gle/bodT5EVFiC1h3YXz9)! \nQuestions?\nContact Rachael Gerstein\, JFamily Program Manager\, at rgerstein@jccdet.org\n— we’re happy to help! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12021
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/sharing-shabbat-2025-2026-interest-form/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Families,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Shabbat
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SUMMARY:Sharing Shabbat 2025-2026: \nInterest Form
DESCRIPTION:Your Family’s Shabbat Adventure Starts Here! \nSharing Shabbat is a 7-month journey for families with children ages 0–11\nto explore the joy of Shabbat together. Each month\, your family will take part\nin meaningful Shabbat experiences designed to help you connect — with the\ntraditions\, with your own home rituals\, and with other families in the\ncommunity. \nWhether you’re new to town\, part of an interfaith family\, or simply looking to\nbuild lasting connections\, Sharing Shabbat offers a welcoming space for\neveryone. \n🍽️ 4 Home-Hosted Shabbat Meals: Friday night dinner or Saturday\nbrunch/lunch \n\nFamilies will be placed into small cohorts that will gather in each other’s homes to celebrate Shabbat in a warm and relaxed setting.\nEach host will receive a Sharing Shabbat Host Kit filled with helpful resources and goodies to enhance the experience\, including a gift challah to Dakota Bread or Zeman’s Bakery.\nNot comfortable hosting in your home? No problem! We still welcome your application and will work with you to find a way for your family to participate.\n\n🌟 All participating families will enjoy these experiences: \n\nOpening Shabbat Dinner & Art Workshop\nChanukah Celebration\nChallah Bake\nClosing Havdalah Celebration\n\nThese shared events bring everyone together to build community\, celebrate\nJewish traditions\, and create lasting memories.\nReady to join Sharing Shabbat? \nAfter you complete your registration\, you’ll receive an email with a link to\nthe application. Please be sure to submit the application by September\n3rd. Once we receive it\, a member of the JFamily team will reach out to\nschedule a short Zoom conversation to get to know your family and learn more\nabout what you’re hoping for from your Sharing Shabbat experience. \nPlease complete the application (https://forms.gle/bodT5EVFiC1h3YXz9)! \nQuestions?\nContact Stephanie Erez at serez@jccdet.org — we’re happy to help! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12021
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/sharing-shabbat-2025-2026-interest-form-2/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Families,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Shabbat
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SUMMARY:ECC Pool Party with Goldfish Swim School
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an ECC Swim Party with Goldfish Swim School. There will be a talk\non water safety and a visit from Bubbles the fish! Learn about a special\ndiscount for ECC families to enroll in Goldfish swim classes\, and enjoy time\ntogether with friends from our ECC community. The Grille will be open for\ndinner\, and snacks will be provided! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12197
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/ecc-pool-party-with-goldfish-swim-school/
LOCATION:6600 W Maple Rd 6600 W Maple Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Children,Educational,Families,Food Available ($),General,Kids Area,Outdoors,Special Guest,Summer Programs,Young Children
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SUMMARY:Pizza in the Park: A Slice of Summer Fun!
DESCRIPTION:🍕Join Parent Connector Adina Goss for Pizza in the Park! ☀️ \nWhat better way to spend a summer evening than with pizza\, play\, and sunshine? \nBring the whole family for a relaxing night outdoors with delicious pizza\, fun\nactivities\, and great company. It’s the perfect recipe for summer fun! \nThis event is free to attend. A suggested donation of $25 helps us cover the\ncost- thank you for your support! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11907
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/pizza-in-the-park-a-slice-of-summer-fun/
LOCATION:Reynolds Park \, Huntington Woods
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,General,Young Children
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SUMMARY:Splish Splash Bash!
DESCRIPTION:JFamily and NEXTGen Detroit present Splish Splash Bash! \nBeat the heat and join us for some summer fun at the Heritage Park Splash Pad\,\nPlayground and Pavilion. We’ll have cooling (and kosher) treats for the grown-\nups and kiddos too!\nPlease register in advance by July 20th. \n$18 per Family.\nThis in-person event is intended for families with children ages 0 to 11. \nThank you to our event chairs: Sharon Fass\, Nicole MacWilliams\, Hannah Biran\nand Carly Pickel \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11936
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/splish-splash-bash/
LOCATION:Heritage Park 24915 Farmington Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,General,Kids Area,Kosher Food,Nature,Outdoors,Young Children
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