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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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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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SUMMARY:HEBREW LEVEL 1: Learn to Read Hebrew - with Dorit Series 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:LEVEL 1: LEARN TO READ HEBREW – AN INTRO CLASS with Dorit Warfman\nIn-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building \nTUESDAY\, 10:30 – 11:45 AM \n\nSERIES 1: Sep. 9\, 16\, 30; Oct. 21\, 28; Nov. 4\, 11\, 18; Jan. 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nSERIES 2: Feb. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24; Mar. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24; Apr. 14\, 28; May 5\, 12\n\nIf you ever wanted to learn the Hebrew letters\, follow prayers in Hebrew or\nread signs in Israel\, then this is the course for you. This may be a stand-\nalone class or advance into the “Hebrew 1” class to learn conversational\nHebrew. \nTuition: $250 per series \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12360 \nClick here to join the livestream.\n[]()
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/hebrew-level-1-learn-to-read-hebrew-with-dorit-series-2-of-2-5/
CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Hebrew and Yiddish,Older Adults,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="JLearn":MAILTO:info@jlearn.com
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="JFamily Detroit":MAILTO:jfamily@jccdet.org
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SUMMARY:HEBREW LEVEL 1: Learn to Read Hebrew - with Dorit Series 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:LEVEL 1: LEARN TO READ HEBREW – AN INTRO CLASS with Dorit Warfman\nIn-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building \nTUESDAY\, 10:30 – 11:45 AM \n\nSERIES 1: Sep. 9\, 16\, 30; Oct. 21\, 28; Nov. 4\, 11\, 18; Jan. 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nSERIES 2: Feb. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24; Mar. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24; Apr. 14\, 28; May 5\, 12\n\nIf you ever wanted to learn the Hebrew letters\, follow prayers in Hebrew or\nread signs in Israel\, then this is the course for you. This may be a stand-\nalone class or advance into the “Hebrew 1” class to learn conversational\nHebrew. \nTuition: $250 per series \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12360 \nClick here to join the livestream.\n[]()
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/hebrew-level-1-learn-to-read-hebrew-with-dorit-series-2-of-2-6/
CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Hebrew and Yiddish,Older Adults,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="JLearn":MAILTO:info@jlearn.com
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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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SUMMARY:Pop-Up: What in the World Is Happening? A JLearn Conversation on Iran
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dr. Howard Lupovitch \nIn a deeply troubling time for Jews and the entire world\, join Dr. Howard\nLupovitch as he unpacks the complex realities of Iran today and the events\ntaking place. Explore Iran’s nuclear ambitions and their potential impact on\nthe region and beyond\, examine how U.S. and Israeli goals align and where they\ndiverge\, and gain insight into the rich cultural and religious foundations of\nthe country\, including the ties between Shia Islam and Persian culture. \nTake away practical tools for separating fact from sensationalism\, helping you\nfollow world events with clarity. Deepen your understanding of the current\nevents that will impact the future for Jews and the world alike. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15063 \nClick here to join the Zoom livestream.\n[]()
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/pop-up-what-in-the-world-is-happening-a-jlearn-conversation-on-iran/
CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Israel,Jewish Learning,Politics & Current Affairs,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="JLearn":MAILTO:info@jlearn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260315T163000
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SUMMARY:Scholars in Session: Emotions in Yiddish Ghetto Diaries with Amy Simon\, Serling Institute MSU
DESCRIPTION:Associate Professor Amy Simon uses an empathic reading of Yiddish diarists’\nfeeling\, evaluations\, and assessments about persecutors in the Warsaw\, Lodz\,\nand Vilna ghettos to present an emotional history of persecution in the Nazi\nghettos. \nSAJE programming is endowed by a generous gift from Cis Maisel and supported\nby Carol & Ronald P. Fogel\, Sheri & David Jaffa\, and Elaine & Michael Serling\nthrough The J’s Pillar of Light Program. SAJE inspires meaningful connections\nand important conversations.  \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14077
URL:https://thejdetroit.org/event/scholars-in-session-emotions-in-yiddish-ghetto-diaries-with-amy-simon/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Finger Food,History,Holocaust Education,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAJE":MAILTO:saje@jccdet.org
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