JGrand: Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies! Fall/Winter 2025
2025-09-09 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-09-16 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-09-30 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-10-21 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-10-28 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-11-04 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-11-11 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-11-18 10:30 - 11:45 (America/Detroit) and 3 more dates | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
The popular series Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies is ready for our next
series!
At Bubbies, Zaydies and Grandbabies, grandparents and grandkids play and
create art together, sing songs, enjoy an interactive story time, and meet new
friends. This series is taught by former West Bloomfield early elementary
teacher, Sarah Sherman.
Recommended for children ages 2 years – 5 years . This 11 week series
will be at The J in the JFamily Room. The classes will be held on Tuesdays
from 10:30 ​AM -11:45 AM.

September 9
September 16
September 30
October 21
October 28
November 4
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16

COST: $198 for the first child enrolled ($18 per class) and $30 for each
additional child in your family.
Please bring your own personal water bottle.
All JFamily programs welcome the diversity we know exists in our community.
This includes, but is not limited to, multifaith families, Jews of Color,
single parent families, members of the trans and LGBTQ+ community, people with
disabilities, and people from various economic backgrounds.
If you or any family member needs accommodations in order to successfully
participate in the program, please reach out to our
team .
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12217

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

Bubbies, Zaydies and Grandbabies! Winter 2026
2025-11-24 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-01-13 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-01-20 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-02-10 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:45, 2026-03-10 10:30 - 11:45 and 1 more date | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
At Bubbies, Zaydies and Grandbabies, grandparents and grandkids play and
create art together, sing songs, enjoy an interactive story time, and meet new
friends. This series is taught by former West Bloomfield early elementary
teacher, Sarah Sherman.
Recommended for children ages 2 years – 5 years. This nine-week series
will be held at The J in the JFamily Room. Classes take place on Tuesdays
from 10:30 ​AM -11:45 AM.

January 13
January 20
January 27
February 3
February 10
February 24
March 3
March 10
March 17
March 24

COST: $162 for the first child enrolled ($18 per class) and $30 for each
additional child in your family.
Please bring your own personal water bottle.
All JFamily programs welcome the diversity we know exists in our community.
This includes, but is not limited to, multifaith families, Jews of Color,
single parent families, members of the trans and LGBTQ+ community, people with
disabilities, and people from various economic backgrounds.
If you or any family member needs accommodations in order to successfully
participate in the program, please reach out to our
team .
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13496

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

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

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
