The J - Detroit

CHROMA - Exhibition & Sale
2025-03-30 00:00 - 2025-05-07 00:00 (America/Detroit) | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
CHROMA: Color with Intent
March 30 – May 7, 2025
Opening Reception: Sunday, March 30, 1-4 pm
CHROMA , curated by Kim Fay, features artists who use color in unique
and intentional ways. With a selection of invited artists along with an open
call to the community, this diverse exhibit explores color’s purpose,
diversity, and power within art.
INVITED ARTISTS: ‘Jide Aje, Ijania Cortez, Olivia Guterson, Sean Hages, Andy
Koupal, Ashley Marie, Mike Ross, Amy Sacksteder, Chris Schneider, Genevieve
Vanzandt, Scheherazade Washington Parrish
For more information about the exhibition (https://thejdetroit.org/culture-education/janice-charach–
gallery/exhibits/pushingboundaries/).
NEW OPEN HOURS: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 10 am – 4 pm, Thursday: 11 am – 7
pm Open Late!
Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11032

Detroit Jewish Film Festival: Torn
2025-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Documentary / USA / English / 75 minutes
After the October 7 attacks, artists Nitzan Mintz and Dede Bandaid launched
the “Kidnapped from Israel” grassroots poster campaign in NY to raise
awareness about the hostages taken by Hamas. Torn explores the motivations
of activists putting up and tearing down the posters, revealing the
complexities of the war through intense debates and personal stories.
Talk-back with director Nim Shapira and the artists following the screening,
moderated by Prof. Yael Aronoff, Director of the Serling Institute for Jewish
Studies and Modern Israel at Michigan State University.
This program is proudly sponsored by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC
Association of North America Program Accelerator and the Ministry of Diaspora
Affairs.
Presented by The Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival
Sponsors: Jewish Federation of Detroit; The MSU Serling Institute for
Jewish Studies and Modern Israel; Janice Charach Gallery, JFamily; JLearn
Pillar of Light: Manat Foundation; Elaine and Michael Serling
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11176

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - April
2025-04-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Zao Jun New Asian & Sushi 6608 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills
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/11291

Detroit Jewish Film Festival: Colleyville
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Documentary / USA / English / 80 minutes
On January 15, 2022, an ordinary Shabbat morning at Congregation Beth Israel
in Colleyville, Texas, turned into a harrowing hostage crisis involving Rabbi
Charlie Cytron-Walker and three others. Colleyville is a gripping real-life
drama showcasing the resilience of the hostages and community while
highlighting the complexities of antisemitism._
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Talk-back with Ophir award-winning filmmaker Dani Menkin and Rabbi Charlie
Cytron-Walker following the screening, moderated by Rabbi Paul Yedwab, Temple
Israel.
Presented by The Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival
Sponsors: ADL Michigan; Hadassah Greater Detroit Region; Temple Israel
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11178

Detroit Jewish Film Festival: The Ancient Law-Silent Film with Live Klezmer Music
2025-05-04 13:00 - 15:30 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Silent Film/Drama / Germany / German with English subtitles / 128 minutes
This beautifully restored 1923 silent masterpiece tells the poignant story of
a rabbi’s son who leaves his Polish shtetl to pursue acting in Vienna. The
film is accompanied by a live musical score composed and performed by klezmer
violinist Alicia Svigals and silent film pianist Donald Sosin, adding a
unique, immersive dimension to this CineConcert experience.
The live performance is made possible by The Sunrise Foundation for Education
and the Arts.
Presented by The Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival
Sponsors: Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring; Burton A. Zipser & Sandra D.
Zipser Foundation; Jewish Historical Society of Michigan; Cis Maisel; SAJE;
The Berman; JLearn; JTraveler
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11180

Detroit Jewish Film Festival: Matchmaking 2
2025-05-04 16:00 - 18:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Romantic Comedy / Israel / Hebrew with English Subtitles / 110 minutes
Israel’s biggest box office hit of the year, Matchmaking 2 , is the feel-
good, long-awaited sequel to the beloved 2022 rom-com starring some of
Israel’s brightest young talents. This tender, side-splitting celebration of
clashing traditions and big-hearted characters follows a love-struck bachelor
in a Jerusalem yeshiva, pressured to find his soulmate before it’s too late.
Presented by The Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival
Sponsors: Adat Shalom Synagogue Sisterhood; Jewish Senior Life of
Metropolitan Detroit
National Council of Jewish Women, Michigan; The Women of Temple Israel; The
J’s Opening the Doors
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11183

Detroit Jewish Film Festival: For the Living
2025-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd,
Documentary / USA /English / 117 minutes
In 1945, 10-year-old Holocaust survivor Marcel Zielinski made a 60-mile
journey by foot from Auschwitz-Birkenau to Krakow in search of his family.
Decades later, 250 cyclists retrace his path in a mission called Ride for the
Living. This powerful documentary draws parallels between his experience and
the cyclists’ journey to spark a conversation about the struggle between
dehumanization and empathy.
Talk-back with co-director Tim Roper and producer Lisa Effress following the
screening.
Presented by The Lenore Marwil Detroit Jewish Film Festival
Sponsor: Team Alex; Jewish Federation of Detroit; Temple Israel
Brotherhood; The Zekelman Holocaust Center; JRec
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11185

Pop-up Stroller Walk in Huntington Woods!
2025-05-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Monarch Market Cafe 10099 W Eleven Mile Rd, Huntington Woods
Join our Parent Connector, Adina Goss for a stroller walk around Huntington
Woods. We will meet inside Monarch Market Café, grab a coffee then head out
for a stroll!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11663

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - June
2025-06-04 19:30 - 21:00
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!
Once you RSVP, we will send you the restaurant for our monthly meetup!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11664

Michigan Watercolor Society Exhibition and Sale
2025-06-08 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
Michigan Watercolor Society’s 78th Annual Exhibition
June 8 – July 23, 2025
Opening Reception: Sunday June 8, 12:30-4
The Janice Charach Gallery is proud to host the Michigan Water Color Society’s
78th Annual Exhibition. Juried by Chuck McPherson, the exhibit features the
best of MWCS Members’ artwork of 2025.
Join us for a celebration of the award winners and a Juror’s talk during the
opening reception on Sunday, June 8, at 1 p.m.
EXHIBIT SPONSORS: Manat Foundation, Doris Shulman, Esther Hankin, Dr. Judy
Balan Pearl, Sue & Alan Jay Kaufman Foundation
PROGRAM SPONSORS: Philip & Jeannie Bakst Elkus Philanthropic Fund, Lesley &
Dr. Barry Feldman, Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene & Jack Schultz
For more on exhibits and events, visit
(https://charachgallery.org).
OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm
Monday, Friday, Saturday – Closed
Father’s Day, June 15 – Closed
*Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11379

Mom's Night Out at Paddle + Par
2025-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Paddle + Par 31535 Southfield Rd, Beverly Hills
Grab your girls and let’s hit the court! Join us for a Mom’s Night Out of
pickleball playing at Paddle + Par! Whether you’re a seasoned player or have
never picked up a paddle, this event is perfect for all skill levels —
including beginners!
What to Expect:

Gather at 6:30 for girl talk and forming teams
Casual pickleball play starting at 7
Pros on-site to provide tips and instruction for all levels
One drink ticket will be provided
Additional beverage and food available for purchase
Great vibes and even better company!

Space is limited, so grab your spot today and get ready for a well-deserved
mom’s night out!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11518

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

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - July
2025-07-28 20:00 - 22:00
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!
Once you RSVP, we will send you the restaurant for our monthly meetup!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12139

PEOPLE FIRST with Gesher Human Services
2025-08-17 00:00 - 2025-09-17 00:00 | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
PEOPLE FIRST With Gesher Human Services
August 17 – September 17
Opening reception Sunday, August 17, 1-4 PM
Awards Night September 11, 5 PM
Visit us at the Janice Charach Gallery for "PEOPLE FIRST," an
exhibition that highlights the unique artistic journeys and worldviews of
participants in Gesher Human Services’ Creative Expressions Program,
underscoring their commitment to putting people first.
“PEOPLE FIRST” features artists from Gesher Human Services’ Creative
Expressions Program. They partner with local arts organizations like the
Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to give
people with disabilities the opportunity to be creative artists, musicians,
writers, and performers. This exhibition is a showcase of the work
participants have made over the past year.
The projects featured in this exhibition showcase each artists’ unique
personality and view of the world. It’s important to share the artist’s
voices, because at Gesher, people come first in everything they do.
Multiple special projects have been planned for this exhibition, including a
32ft x 8ft Sukkah mural, a showcase musical performance by Clubhouse for the
Common Good members in collaboration with Detroit Symphony Orchestra
musicians, a poetry book release, unique merchandise, and much more.
EXHIBIT SPONSORS: Manat Foundation, Doris Shulman, Esther Hankin, Dr. Judy
Balan Pearl, Sue & Alan Jay Kaufman Foundation
PROGRAM SPONSORS: Philip & Jeannie Bakst Elkus Philanthropic Fund, Lesley &
Dr. Barry Feldman, Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene & Jack Schultz
For more on exhibits and events, visit
(https://charachgallery.org).
OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm
Closed September 1st, Labor Day
*Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11977

Dads' Night Out with JFamily- August
2025-08-27 19:30 - 21:30
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!
Once you RSVP, we will send you the restaurant for our monthly meetup!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12529

Dads' Night Out with JFamily- September
2025-09-25 18:45 - 21:45
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!
Once you RSVP, we will send you the restaurant for our monthly meetup!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12940

Dads' Night Out with JFamily- October
2025-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Beau’s Grillery 4108 W Maple Rd, Bloomfield Hills
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!
Once you RSVP, we will send you the restaurant for our monthly meetup!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13241

Beyond the Wall Exhibit
2025-10-26 00:00 - 2025-12-03 00:00 | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
“BEYOND THE WALL”
Exhibit at Janice Charach Gallery
October 26 – December 3, 2025
Opening Reception: Sunday, October 26, 1-4 p.m.
Artist Talk: Sunday, November 23, 1 p.m.
Step into a world where boundaries dissolve and space becomes canvas. Beyond
the Wall is a captivating art exhibit showcasing the work of contemporary
sculptors who challenge the conventions of dimensionality. Featuring a curated
blend of wall-mounted pieces and free-standing sculptures, this collection
explores the interplay between surface and structure, intimacy and
monumentality.
Each artist brings a unique approach to material, form, and spatial
presence—whether affixed to the wall or commanding the floor. From subtle
reliefs that blur the line between painting and sculpture, to bold, immersive
forms that invite movement and reflection, these works engage viewers in a
tactile and visual conversation.
This exhibit invites you to experience sculpture not as static object, but as
active participant—transforming the walls, occupying the air, and reshaping
how we perceive space itself.
Featured Artists:
Terrence Campagna
Doug Cannell
Amelia Currier
Robert Mirek
John Rizzo
Mike Ross
Amadeus Roy
Larry Zdeb
EXHIBIT SPONSORS: Manat Foundation, Doris Shulman, Esther Hankin, Dr. Judy
Balan Pearl, Sue & Alan Jay Kaufman Foundation
PROGRAM SPONSORS: Lesley & Dr. Barry Feldman, Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene &
Jack Schultz
For more on exhibits and events, visit
(https://charachgallery.org).
OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm
*Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12749

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - November
2025-11-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Bloomfield Hills , Bloomfield Hills
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/13535

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

Sculpture Now & Re:Vision Exhibitions
2026-01-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
"SCULPTURE NOW ” & "RE:VISION"
Exhibitions at Janice Charach Gallery
January 18 – February 18, 2025
Opening Reception: Sunday, January 18, 1-4 p.m.
Artist Talk: Sunday, February 15, 1 p.m.
SCULPTURE NOW will be on the main level of the gallery. This exhibition
presents a distinguished collection of contemporary sculpture curated by Aaron
Schey of Habatat Detroit Fine Art. The exhibition highlights artists who
challenge the conventions of form, scale, and material, revealing the
expressive potential of glass, metal, wood, and mixed media. The artwork
explores the intersection between structure and imagination, highlighting the
continued vitality of sculptural practice in the contemporary art landscape.
Located on the second floor of the gallery is RE:VISION, a movement designed
to engage the community, promoting environmental awareness, resourcefulness,
and creative problem-solving. By opening up a dialogue between artists and the
public, this exhibition seeks to inspire new perspectives on sustainability
and help lead the way toward a more mindful future. At the heart of this
exchange is the curatorial vision of Amanda Koss, who brings these voices
together through powerful works. Visitors will encounter innovative pieces,
including interactive sculpture and compelling artwork crafted from reclaimed
materials such as found objects, fabric, and old housing.
EXHIBIT SPONSORS: Manat Foundation, Doris Shulman, Esther Hankin, Dr. Judy
Balan Pearl, Sue & Alan Jay Kaufman Foundation
PROGRAM SPONSORS: Lesley & Dr. Barry Feldman, Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene &
Jack Schultz
For more on exhibits and events, visit
(https://charachgallery.org).
OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm
*Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13662

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - January
2026-01-28 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/14113

Pop-up Stroller Walk at The Somerset Collection
2026-02-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Somerset Collection 2800 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy
Escape the cold and stay warm by joining Parent Connector Adina Goss for a
stroller walk at The Somerset Collection in Troy.
We will meet on the north side of the mall in front of Starbucks on the first
floor.
Babies in strollers/carriers welcome!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14414

Dads' Night Out with JFamily - February
2026-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | , Bloomfield Hills
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/14527

Morning Coffee with Moms
2026-03-02 09:30 - 10:30 | Mother Handsome 14661 W Eleven Mile Rd, Oak Park
Escape the cold and start your week off on the right foot! Join us as we
gather with friends to enjoy coffee and conversation with Parent Connector
Adina Goss at Mother Handsome in Oak Park.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14416

A Little Bit of Light, an Exhibit Featuring Artists of Soul Studio
2026-03-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Janice Charach Gallery 6600 W Maple Rd,
"A Little Bit of Light"
Exhibition at Janice Charach Gallery
March 15 – April 15, 2026
Opening Reception: Sunday, March 15, 1-4 p.m.
Artist Talk: Sunday, March 29, 1 p.m.
A Little Bit of Light is an exploration of the radiance that resides within
every artist. Featuring works created though Soul Studio, part of Friendship
Circle, this exhibition is a vibrant expression of identity, belonging, and
boundless creativity. Each piece, rich in color and texture, serves as a
window into the artist’s world, inviting us to slow down and truly see the
person behind the brush. In these moments of recognition, we find the profound
power of being seen.
Soul Studio is a supported art studio and gallery in West Bloomfield,
Michigan, dedicated to fostering the creative potential of adults with special
needs.
Exhibit Sponsors :
Dr. Judy Balan Pearl, Bank of America, Prudence Bernstein Trust, Esther
Hankin, Sue & Alan Jay Kaufman, Manat Foundation*, Nancy & Sam Shamie, Doris
Shulman (z"l)
Program Sponsors:
Philip M. & Jeannie Bakst Elkus Philanthropic Fund, Lesley & Dr. Barry
Feldman, Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene & Jack Schultz, Sheri & David Jaffa
For more on exhibits and events, visit
(https://charachgallery.org).
OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm
*Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14588
