Sharing Shabbat 2025-2026: Interest Form
2025-07-08 00:00 - 2025-09-03 00:00 (America/Detroit) | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Your Family’s Shabbat Adventure Starts Here!
Sharing Shabbat is a 7-month journey for families with children ages 0–11
to explore the joy of Shabbat together. Each month, your family will take part
in meaningful Shabbat experiences designed to help you connect — with the
traditions, with your own home rituals, and with other families in the
community.
Whether you’re new to town, part of an interfaith family, or simply looking to
build lasting connections, Sharing Shabbat offers a welcoming space for
everyone.
🍽️ 4 Home-Hosted Shabbat Meals: Friday night dinner or Saturday
brunch/lunch

Families will be placed into small cohorts that will gather in each other’s homes to celebrate Shabbat in a warm and relaxed setting.
Each 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.
Not 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.

🌟 All participating families will enjoy these experiences:

Opening Shabbat Dinner & Art Workshop
Chanukah Celebration
Challah Bake
Closing Havdalah Celebration

These shared events bring everyone together to build community, celebrate
Jewish traditions, and create lasting memories.
Ready to join Sharing Shabbat?
After you complete your registration, you’ll receive an email with a link to
the application. Please be sure to submit the application by September
3rd. Once we receive it, a member of the JFamily team will reach out to
schedule a short Zoom conversation to get to know your family and learn more
about what you’re hoping for from your Sharing Shabbat experience.
Please complete the application (https://forms.gle/bodT5EVFiC1h3YXz9)!
Questions?
Contact Rachael Gerstein, JFamily Program Manager, at rgerstein@jccdet.org
— we’re happy to help!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12021

Sharing Shabbat 2025-2026: Interest Form
2025-07-08 00:00 - 2025-11-03 00:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Your Family’s Shabbat Adventure Starts Here!
Sharing Shabbat is a 7-month journey for families with children ages 0–11
to explore the joy of Shabbat together. Each month, your family will take part
in meaningful Shabbat experiences designed to help you connect — with the
traditions, with your own home rituals, and with other families in the
community.
Whether you’re new to town, part of an interfaith family, or simply looking to
build lasting connections, Sharing Shabbat offers a welcoming space for
everyone.
🍽️ 4 Home-Hosted Shabbat Meals: Friday night dinner or Saturday
brunch/lunch

Families will be placed into small cohorts that will gather in each other’s homes to celebrate Shabbat in a warm and relaxed setting.
Each 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.
Not 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.

🌟 All participating families will enjoy these experiences:

Opening Shabbat Dinner & Art Workshop
Chanukah Celebration
Challah Bake
Closing Havdalah Celebration

These shared events bring everyone together to build community, celebrate
Jewish traditions, and create lasting memories.
Ready to join Sharing Shabbat?
After you complete your registration, you’ll receive an email with a link to
the application. Please be sure to submit the application by September
3rd. Once we receive it, a member of the JFamily team will reach out to
schedule a short Zoom conversation to get to know your family and learn more
about what you’re hoping for from your Sharing Shabbat experience.
Please complete the application (https://forms.gle/bodT5EVFiC1h3YXz9)!
Questions?
Contact Stephanie Erez at serez@jccdet.org — we’re happy to help!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12021

ECC Pool Party with Goldfish Swim School
2025-07-21 17:30 - 19:30 | 6600 W Maple Rd 6600 W Maple Rd,
Join us for an ECC Swim Party with Goldfish Swim School. There will be a talk
on water safety and a visit from Bubbles the fish! Learn about a special
discount for ECC families to enroll in Goldfish swim classes, and enjoy time
together with friends from our ECC community. The Grille will be open for
dinner, and snacks will be provided!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12197

Pizza in the Park: A Slice of Summer Fun!
2025-07-23 16:30 - 18:00 | Reynolds Park , Huntington Woods
🍕Join Parent Connector Adina Goss for Pizza in the Park! ☀️
What better way to spend a summer evening than with pizza, play, and sunshine?
Bring the whole family for a relaxing night outdoors with delicious pizza, fun
activities, and great company. It’s the perfect recipe for summer fun!
This event is free to attend. A suggested donation of $25 helps us cover the
cost- thank you for your support!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11907

Splish Splash Bash!
2025-07-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Heritage Park 24915 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills
JFamily and NEXTGen Detroit present Splish Splash Bash!
Beat the heat and join us for some summer fun at the Heritage Park Splash Pad,
Playground and Pavilion. We’ll have cooling (and kosher) treats for the grown-
ups and kiddos too!
Please register in advance by July 20th.
$18 per Family.
This in-person event is intended for families with children ages 0 to 11.
Thank you to our event chairs: Sharon Fass, Nicole MacWilliams, Hannah Biran
and Carly Pickel
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11936

JFamily Gives Back: Fuel for School with Aish Detroit
2025-08-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Aish Detroit 25725 Coolidge Hwy, Oak Park
Join JFamily and Aish Detroit for a meaningful and fun-filled community event
as we come together to support local kids this upcoming school year! We will
pack supply boxes to help ensure every child starts the year off right.
📝 What to Expect :

Pack School Supply Boxes : Help assemble kits filled with essential items to be donated to children in need.
Amazon Wish List : We would greatly appreciate a donation from our (https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/21CRM2MI7Z3J0?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_544K00X507D61ECZE8RC)(https://a.co/5DAWvze) to help us create the supply boxes. Even if you can’t attend the event, you can still support by purchasing items from the list—every contribution goes directly toward helping a child succeed this school year.
Lunchbox Demo : Learn how to make a healthy, balanced lunch your kids will love with our hands-on demonstration!

We’re proud to partner with Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit , who
will help distribute the packed supply boxes to children in need throughout
the community.
Bring your family, friends, and a big heart. Whether you’re packing supplies,
donating items, or learning something new, your involvement will make a big
difference.
Geared for ages 5-11.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11979

New(ish) to Town Pop-Up!
2025-08-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Poppleton Park, Birmingham, United Kingdom
New(ish) to Town?
If you’ve moved here within the last three years, we’d love to welcome you!
Join us for an afternoon filled with ice cream, games, crafts and more! This
pop-up is a great way to meet new friends and connect with other families
nearby!
This event is aimed for families with children ages 0-11.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11926

Jewish Military Families
2025-09-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Henry & Delia Meyers Library at The J 6600 W Maple Rd,
Connect with other Jewish families with currently serving US Military members
(all branches, Active, Guard and Reserve) to schmooze and learn about
resources. Hosted in the Henry & Delia Meyers Library at The J.
Email for more information, to join our mailing list, or to RSVP for September
7 social meeting. This is a nonpartisan group.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12430

Blooms & Blessings for a Sweet New Year
2025-09-21 10:00 - 11:15 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Join Parent Connector Julie Michaels and Rachael Gerstein at The J for a
special morning of flower arranging in preparation for your Rosh Hashanah
dinner!
While you create a beautiful floral centerpiece, your little one will enjoy a
holiday-themed craft activity and snacks.
This program is designed for families with children ages 3–5.
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12528

From Chag to Calm – A Children’s Yoga Class
2025-10-19 10:00 - 11:15 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Let’s stretch, smile, and start the year sweet!

Join Parent Connector Taylor Weintraub at The J for a special children’s
yoga class with Stacy Bishop! After the excitement of the High Holidays,
this playful session will help kids unwind and recharge. Through fun poses,
calming breathing exercises, and simple mindfulness activities, children will
stretch their bodies and relax their minds.
Snacks and open playtime follow the class—making it the perfect morning for
both kids and parents!
Geared toward families with children ages 2-5.
Please bring your own yoga mat or towel. Email us if you need to borrow one.
Stacy has 18 years of personal practice and 16 years of teaching experience,
Stacy brings a warm, welcoming energy to every class. A 200 E-RYT and YACEP
certified instructor through Yoga Alliance, she specializes in mindful,
accessible movement for all ages.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12547

Camp Kickoff 2026
2025-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 | JCC Day Camps 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
Camp Kickoff at JCC Day Camps!
Whether you’re brand new or a returning camp family, come join us for a fun-
filled day. Meet our counselors, explore all the awesome activities, and get a
real taste of camp life. It’s the perfect opportunity to see what JCC Day
Camps is all about in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Parking Info: Please park in lot off of Drake Rd at The J. The event will
take place up at camp, just a short walk from parking. Accessible/handicap
parking will be available closer to camp.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12656

School Break - Movie + Play at The J: Featuring Toy Story
2025-11-26 09:00 - 11:30 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Looking for something fun to do with the kids while school is out?
Spend the morning at The J with a special family event featuring Toy Story!
Doors open at 9:00 AM. From 9:00–10:00 AM , kids can dive into a huge
play space filled with bounce houses, games, hands-on crafts, and a cozy
reading area. The play space will remain open throughout the entire
event—including during the 10:00 AM big-screen showing of Toy Story —so
families can choose to play, watch, or do both!
It’s the perfect way to spend the Wednesday of Thanksgiving break! Kids burn
off energy, parents, grandparents, and caregivers get a break, and the whole
family enjoys a classic movie together.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12904

Create and Give Thanks: A Bagel Brunch
2025-11-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Royal Oak Chabad Jewish Center 514 E 4th St, Royal Oak
Join us for a meaningful morning of giving thanks!
We’ll make our own Grateful Jars — a special place to keep notes about things
we’re thankful for! Then we’ll sit together in a circle and talk about Modeh
Ani — the morning prayer we say to thank Hashem for giving us our neshama
(soul) back each day. We’ll share ideas about what it means to be grateful and
how we can show thankfulness every day
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13563

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - December
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Dads deserve a night out, too! Take some time with the guys in a relaxed
environment while you schmooze, network and enjoy good company. See some of
your old friends and make some new ones!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13876

School Break - Movie + Play at The J: Featuring Minions
2025-12-29 09:30 - 12:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Looking for something fun to do with the kids while school is out?
Spend the morning at The J with a special family event featuring Minions!
Doors open at 9:00 AM. From 9:00–10:00 AM , kids can dive into a huge
play space filled with bounce houses, games, hands-on crafts, and a cozy
reading area. The play space will remain open throughout the entire
event—including during the 10:00 AM big-screen showing of Minions —so
families can choose to play, watch, or do both!
It’s the perfect way to spend a break! Kids burn off energy, parents,
grandparents, and caregivers get a break, and the whole family enjoys a
classic movie together.
Popcorn will be available for purchase. Free water bottles, coffee, veggie
straws, and applesauce pouches will be provided while supplies last.
Please bring socks for your children to wear in the play space. Socks will
also be available for purchase.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13721

Little Explorers: Discovering Israel
2026-01-11 15:30 - 17:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Discover Israel with your youngest explorers!
Join JFamily, Federation’s Israel and Overseas and our community Shinshinim
for an exciting trip to Tel Aviv! Learn about all the hidden gems of this
amazing city through play stations, crafts and songs. Kid friendly snacks will
be provided.
$18 per family. Space is limited.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13847

Give Back and Play with Repair the World and JKids and Families
2026-01-19 09:30 - 11:30 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Join us for a fun and fulfilling morning together!
Enjoy bounce houses and fun in Handleman Hall, plus hands-on service projects
with Repair the World in the J lobby—a meaningful way for families to engage
in tzedakah together and honor Dr. King’s legacy.
This event is free and open to all.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13923

Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends
2026-03-01 13:00 - 15:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends, A THEATERWORKSUSA Production, is a fun
musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and
Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the STEM curriculum
(focusing on science, technology, engineering and math).
Ms. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers.
Rosie Revere has big dreams, Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for
architecture, and Ada Twist’s curiosity can drive her teacher crazy. On a
field trip gone awry, they are faced with the ultimate test of their problem-
solving skills that can only be conquered with teamwork. Recommended for ages
4-9.
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends is written by Lauren Gunderson, the most
produced living playwright in the U.S. (book), Bree Lowdermilk (music), and
Kait Kerrigan (lyrics), and based on the book series by Andrea Beaty and
illustrated by David Roberts. The original creative team includes direction by
Peter Flynn, choreography by Marcos Santana (Broadway: Rocky, Associate
Choreographer), orchestrations by Lloyd Kikoler, original music direction by
Dan Garmon; set design by Anne Mundell, and costume design by Jenifer Caprio.
ABOUT THEATERWORKSUSA
TheaterWorksUSA has led the Theater for Young and Family Audiences movement in
New York City and across North America for over half a century. At TWUSA, we
believe that access to art—and theater, in particular—is vital for our youth.
Since 1961, the 501(c)3 not-for-profit has captured the imaginations of 100
million new and veteran theatergoers with an award-winning repertoire of over
140 original plays and musicals.
Acclaimed alumni include Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (Disney’s
Frozen), Daphne Rubin-Vega (Rent), Jerry Zaks (The Music Man), Benj
Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen), Miguel Cervantes (Hamilton) ,
Kathleen Chalfant (Angels in America), and Chuck Cooper (Tony award winning
actor, The Life).
Prior to suspending live production due to the pandemic, TWUSA’s 2019-2020
season included touring eleven shows around the country, the Broadway premiere
of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musica l and three world
premieres: Warriors Don’t Cry , based on the autobiography of Melba
Pattillo Beals; Dog Man: The Musical Off-Broadway; and The Pout-
Pout Fish which opened the New Victory Theater’s season in October 2019.
Visit www.TWUSA.org for more information.
Photo by Jeremy Daniel. L-R: Kalilah Black, Kiani Nelson.
TICKETS $18 – $35
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12516

Buckets and Boards
2026-03-15 16:00 - 18:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
Buckets N Boards is a hilarious and high-energy show chock-full of amazing
percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive
instrumentation and an incredible variety of musical talents!
Matthew Levingston and Gareth Sever have hand crafted a fresh and unique clean
comedy experience for the entire family to enjoy! The show was born from their
shared passion for music, comedy, and rhythm, but it truly comes to life
through the nonstop hilarious interaction between these two AND their
audience.
Buckets N Boards have toured the world and are currently one of the top
requested headlining acts for Disney Cruise Lines!! BNB has been featured
twice with the Kansas City Symphony and is currently heading into their 14th
Award Winning season in Branson, MO!
Regarded as a must see show for any evening out with the family! Their
unexpected comedy, upbeat personalities and improvisational audience
interaction make Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show a theatrical
experience you’ll remember for years to come!
Supported by Irwin and Sadie Cohn Fund.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12791
