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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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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260301T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260301T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T162301
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SUMMARY:"Naomi's Questions"\nOpening the Doors\nJewish Disability Awareness\, Acceptance & Inclusion Month
DESCRIPTION:Opening the Doors celebrates Jewish Disability Awareness\, Acceptance and\nInclusion Month \nJoin us for an unforgettable screening that celebrates humanity in all its\nbrilliant forms. A touching documentary that follows Naomi\, a radiant\n34‑year‑old woman with Williams syndrome and her journey through love\,\ncourage\, and inclusivity. This film is a heartfelt cinematic letter—a tender\nconversation between a father and daughter—inviting us to rethink how we\nunderstand independence\, vulnerability\, and intelligence. Filled with honesty\nand warmth\, Naomi’s Questions offers a powerful experience. \nPre-recorded message from Naomi\nQ & A Moderators Katy Levinson & Megan Brockman\nDessert Reception to follow \nRegistration recommended.\nFor questions and contributions\, contact Debbi Stybel\nat(https://mailto:dstybel@jfsdetroit.org)**or at\n248.842.5183.** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14528
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/naomis-questionsopening-the-doorsjewish-disability-awareness-acceptance-inclusion-month/
LOCATION:The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Adults,Advocacy,Closed Captions,College Students,Desserts provided,Disability & Inclusion,English Speaking,Families,Grandparents,Hebrew Speaking,Kosher,Older Adults,Parents,Special Guest,Teens,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Opening The Doors- A Program of Jewish Family Service":MAILTO:sbaruch@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260302T103000
DTSTAMP:20260428T162301
CREATED:20260130T172010Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Coffee with Moms
DESCRIPTION:Escape the cold and start your week off on the right foot! Join us as we\ngather with friends to enjoy coffee and conversation with Parent Connector\nAdina Goss at Mother Handsome in Oak Park. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14416
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/morning-coffee-with-moms/
LOCATION:Mother Handsome 14661 W Eleven Mile Rd\, Oak Park
CATEGORIES:Adults,Food Available ($),General,Parents
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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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SUMMARY:JBaby Prenatal Winter 2026 - Labor and Delivery
DESCRIPTION:Expecting your first? JFamily has you covered with everything you need to know\nbefore welcoming your little bundle of cuteness! The JBaby Prenatal is now a\nfive-part course that covers topics including: Labor and Delivery\, Newborn\nCare\, baby feeding basics\, Brit Milah (bris)\, Baby Naming\, Daddy Boot Camp\,\nVeteran Mom Talk and Infant CPR. \nClasses will be held at various locations throughout Metro Detroit. Specific\nlocations will be emailed upon registration. \nClass dates and topics:\nFebruary 11 – Challah Bake and Spousal Support After Baby\nFebruary 19 – Newborn Care\nFebruary 26 – Infant CPR\nMarch 5 – Labor and Delivery\nMarch 12 – Brit Milah (bris) Baby Naming\, Daddy Boot Camp and Veteran Moms\nSession \nCosts for the JBaby Prenatal have been subsidized by JFamily at the J Detroit.\nTotal cost per family is $175 and includes kosher dinners and all materials. \nIf cost is a barrier or you have specific questions\, please reach out to\nTaylor Weintraub\, JBaby Coordinator at tweintraub@jccdet.org. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13494
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/jbaby-prenatal-winter-2026-labor-and-delivery/
CATEGORIES:Kosher Food,Parenting,Parents,Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Grow Together 2026 Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air and it’s time to grow! Join us in planting seeds for the\nfuture generation of Jewish families across Metro Detroit. At JFamily\, we are\ndedicated to creating a thriving\, supportive Jewish community in Metro\nDetroit. \nThrough our innovative and inclusive programs and initiatives\, we offer\nfamilies opportunities to connect\, grow\, and flourish. From expectant parents\nand newborns to bubbies and zaydies\, JFamily supports Jewish families at all\nstages! \nOur Grow Together campaign aims to expand the reach and impact of our vital\nprograms. Your donation will help support and grow the following initiatives\nthat nurture our community: \n\n(https://thejdetroit.org/kids-families/jfamily/pj-library/) – Providing free\, high-quality Jewish books to children\, fostering a love for Jewish traditions from birth to age 13.\n(https://thejdetroit.org/kids-families/jfamily/jbaby/) – Offering prenatal education and support for new parents\, creating a welcoming space for them to grow and build lasting connections.\n(https://thejdetroit.org/seniors/jgrand/) – Connecting grandparents with each other and with their grandchildren to strengthen and celebrate the different generations in our children’s lives.\n\nYour gift today will help ensure that JFamily continues to grow and bring\nfamilies together in meaningful ways. Together\, we can cultivate a future full\nof connection\, joy\, and pride for Jewish families in our community. Give\ntogether\, grow together! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14926
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/grow-together-2026-campaign/
CATEGORIES:Families,Grandparents,Parents
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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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SUMMARY:Loom Weaving with Michael Daitch
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Michael Daitch for a hands-on introduction to loom weaving inside\nJanice Charach Gallery at The J. Students will learn the fundamentals of the\nloom and create a beautiful\, usable tote bag from start to finish. Each\nsession is limited to two participants\, allowing for personalized guidance and\na relaxed pace. No prior experience is needed\, and all materials are provided\,\njust bring your curiosity and creativity! These are small\, two-person\nsessions\, so you will receive hands-on instruction in an intimate setting. \nRegistration Deadline for sessions 1 & 2: Thursday\, February 5\nRegistration Deadline for sessions 3 & 4: Thursday\, March 5 \nSOLD OUT Session 1 – Sunday\, February 8\, 10 AM – 1 PM \nSOLD OUT Session 2 – Sunday\, February 8\, 2 – 5 PM \nSession 3 – Sunday\, March 8\, 10 AM – 1 PM \nSOLD OUT Session 4 – Sunday\, March 8\, 2 – 5 PM \n$145 per student \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14162
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/loom-weaving-with-michael-daitch/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield Township
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Arts & Culture,College Students,Families,Grandparents,Older Adults,Parents,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janice Charach Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@jccdet.org
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SUMMARY:Loom Weaving with Michael Daitch
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Michael Daitch for a hands-on introduction to loom weaving inside\nJanice Charach Gallery at The J. Students will learn the fundamentals of the\nloom and create a beautiful\, usable tote bag from start to finish. Each\nsession is limited to two participants\, allowing for personalized guidance and\na relaxed pace. No prior experience is needed\, and all materials are provided\,\njust bring your curiosity and creativity! These are small\, two-person\nsessions\, so you will receive hands-on instruction in an intimate setting. \nRegistration Deadline for sessions 1 & 2: Thursday\, February 5\nRegistration Deadline for sessions 3 & 4: Thursday\, March 5 \nSOLD OUT Session 1 – Sunday\, February 8\, 10 AM – 1 PM \nSOLD OUT Session 2 – Sunday\, February 8\, 2 – 5 PM \nSession 3 – Sunday\, March 8\, 10 AM – 1 PM \nSOLD OUT Session 4 – Sunday\, March 8\, 2 – 5 PM \n$145 per student \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14162
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/loom-weaving-with-michael-daitch-2/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield Township
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Arts & Culture,College Students,Families,Grandparents,Older Adults,Parents,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janice Charach Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@jccdet.org
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SUMMARY:JBaby Prenatal Winter 2026 - Brit Milah (bris) Baby Naming\, Daddy Boot Camp and Veteran Moms Session
DESCRIPTION:Expecting your first? JFamily has you covered with everything you need to know\nbefore welcoming your little bundle of cuteness! The JBaby Prenatal is now a\nfive-part course that covers topics including: Labor and Delivery\, Newborn\nCare\, baby feeding basics\, Brit Milah (bris)\, Baby Naming\, Daddy Boot Camp\,\nVeteran Mom Talk and Infant CPR. \nClasses will be held at various locations throughout Metro Detroit. Specific\nlocations will be emailed upon registration. \nClass dates and topics:\nFebruary 11 – Challah Bake and Spousal Support After Baby\nFebruary 19 – Newborn Care\nFebruary 26 – Infant CPR\nMarch 5 – Labor and Delivery\nMarch 12 – Brit Milah (bris) Baby Naming\, Daddy Boot Camp and Veteran Moms\nSession \nCosts for the JBaby Prenatal have been subsidized by JFamily at the J Detroit.\nTotal cost per family is $175 and includes kosher dinners and all materials. \nIf cost is a barrier or you have specific questions\, please reach out to\nTaylor Weintraub\, JBaby Coordinator at tweintraub@jccdet.org. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13494
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/jbaby-prenatal-winter-2026-brit-milah-bris-baby-naming-daddy-boot-camp-and-veteran-moms-session/
CATEGORIES:Kosher Food,Parenting,Parents,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T153000
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SUMMARY:JFamily and Chabad present: Barbara and Douglas z''l Bloom Matzah Factory 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please join JFamily for the annual Barbara and Douglas z”l Bloom Matzah\nFactory on Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm at The J! This family-\nfriendly Passover event includes matzah making with Rabbi Shneur Silberberg\nfrom Bais Chabad and activities that explore the themes of Passover. \nAll JFamily programs welcome the diversity we know exists in our community.\nThis includes\, but is not limited to\, multifaith families\, Jews of Color\,\nsingle parent families\, members of the trans and LGBTQ+ community\, people with\ndisabilities\, and people from various economic backgrounds. \nIf you or any family member needs accommodations in order to successfully\nparticipate in the program\, please reach out to Olivia Weiner. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14252
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/barbara-and-douglas-zl-bloom-matzah-factory-2026/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield Township
CATEGORIES:Children,Educational,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Kids Area,Kosher,Parents,Parking (free),Passover,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T153000
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SUMMARY:2026 Spring Break Day Camp Registration
DESCRIPTION:Spring Break Camp is back! Our Spring Break Day Camp offers age-based\nprogramming for campers entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. Activities\ninclude exploring nature\, sports\, arts and crafts\, read aloud\, team building\,\nand more!\nSpring Break Day Camp will take place March 30 – April 1.\nBrought to you by JCC Day Camps!\nDrop off 8:30-9:00am\, camp will run 9:00am-3:00pm and pick up from\n3:00-3:30pm.\nPricing: $75  a day\nNo financial aid or scholarships are available at this time.\nRegistration will close on March 25. Cancellations will receive credit towards\nfuture break camp or summer camp dates. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13268
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/2026-spring-break-day-camp-registration/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Camp,Childcare,Children,Educational,English Speaking,Families,Kids Area,Kosher,Nature,Parents,Young Children
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