The J - Detroit

Chapter And Verse: Prophets, Plagues, Fish And Famine, Oh My! with Rabbi Michele Faudem
2024-09-17 10:45 - 11:45, 2024-09-10 10:45 - 11:45 (America/Detroit) | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
CHAPTER AND VERSE: PROPHETS, PLAGUES, FISH AND FAMINE, OH MY! with Rabbi
Michele Faudem

Series 1 and 3 : In-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building
Series 2 : ZOOM

TUESDAYS, 10:45 – 11:45 AM

Series 1: Sept. 10, 17, 24; Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Series 2 : Nov. 12, 19; Dec 10, 17; Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Series 3 : Feb. 4, 11; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr. 22, 29

This class is reserved for students who were previously enrolled on this day
and time.
Tuition : $125 per 8-week series
Discount : Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8572

JGrand: Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies! Fall 2024
2024-09-17 10:30 - 11:45 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
SOLD OUT as of August 1! Please email JRosenbaum@jccdet.org to be added to
our waitlist!
The popular series Bubbies, Zaydies, and Grandbabies is back for the FALL!
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. Sarah co-created the original class and has quite the
following!
Recommended for children ages 2 years – 5 years. This 7 week series will be at
The J in the JFamily Room. The classes will be held on Tuesdays 10:30 ​AM
-11:45 AM. September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8, October 15,
October 22 and October 29
COST: $126 for the first child enrolled ($18 per class) and $36 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 Shoshana Fain,
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View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8192

Torah Line By Line with Rabbi/Dr. Mitch Parker
2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
TORAH LINE BY LINE with Rabbi/Dr. Mitch Parker
HYBRID – this class is offered IN- PERSON at the Max M. Fisher Federation
Building,
and ON ZOOM
TUESDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM
Monthly : Sept. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 12; Dec. 10; Jan. 14; Feb. 4; Mar. 18;
Apr. 22; May 20
Sacrifices, laws of purity and holiness, societal expectations, rules and rule
breakers. These are just some of the topics we will explore in this third book
of the Torah. Join Mitch Parker to explore how our ancestors worshipped G-d
and how these 3,000 year old rules continue to impact our Jewish lives today.
You don’t want to miss this engaging conversation.
Tuition : $210
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8574

The Original Halachic Debates with Rabbi Michele Faudem
2024-09-17 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-09-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
THE ORIGINAL HALACHIC DEBATES with Rabbi Michele Faudem

Series 1 and 3 : In-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building
Series 2 : ZOOM

TUESDAYS, 9:30 – 10:30 AM

Series 1: Sept. 10, 17, 24; Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Series 2 : Nov. 12, 19; Dec 10, 17; Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Series 3 : Feb. 4, 11; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr. 22, 29

This class is reserved for students who were previously enrolled on this day
and time.
Tuition : $125 per 8-week series
Discount : Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8571

Genealogy Workshop: Finding Your Roots with Robbie Terman
2024-09-16 11:00 - 12:15, 2024-09-09 11:00 - 12:15 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: FINDING YOUR ROOTS Robbie Terman
In-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building
MONDAYS, 11 AM – 12:15 PM
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7, 14
Do you want to research your family history but do not know how to start?
Achivist Robbie Terman will set you on the right path to understanding the
basic documents, where to find them and how to decipher their meaning. Learn
research techniques, discover unexpected sources of information and how to
navigate through popular genealogy websites.
Tuition : $120
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8568

A Rabbi’s Top Ten List Of Favorite Jewish Texts with Rabbi Robert Dobrusin
2024-09-16 10:00 - 11:15
A RABBI’S TOP TEN LIST OF FAVORITE JEWISH TEXTS Rabbi Robert Dobrusin
ZOOM
MONDAYS, 10 – 11:15 AM
Sept. 16, 23; Oct. 7, 14, 21
Everyone who studies Jewish texts has their favorites – teachings that they
find uniquely fascinating, challenging, inspiring or delightful. Rabbi Rob
Dobrusin will present ten of his favorites for a lively discussion. Whether
well-known, obscure or surprising, each text raises a critical point
concerning Jewish identity, theology, ethics or religious ritual. If you have
a favorite text not mentioned, be sure to bring it to class.
Tuition : $100
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8565
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Open Play at The J! FALL 2024
2024-09-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-09 09:00 - 12:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
Welcome to Open Play at the J! Join us in the NEW JFamily Room inside The J
every Monday morning that schools are typically in session. We will be open
from 9:00 AM until 12:00 noon for fun and play time! Each week, we will have a
circle and story time around 10:30 AM, but you are welcome to come and go
anytime during Open Play hours.
Open Play is geared toward families with children ages 0-4. Parents,
grandparents, and other caregivers are welcome! This is a drop-in program,
not a drop-off.
Cost: $5 per family per session. Register for as many Mondays as you would
like! Pre-registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome!
Food: You may bring your own nut-free snacks, and additional children’s snacks
will be available for purchase in the JFamily Room. Coffee and other food
items may be purchased in The Porch cafe across from the JFamily Room.
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 Shoshana Fain,
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View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8363

Bagels and Babies with JFamily
2024-09-15 09:30 - 11:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
Come grab a bagel and some coffee and meet new friends!
This event is geared toward families with babies ages 0-12 months.
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 Shoshana Fain,
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View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8760

Art Talks with Art Historian Wendy Evans
2024-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
RSVP to Rosa Chessler:
([REDACTED]/) or
248.432.5418
Art lovers and folks who are new to art can learn about a myriad of selected
artists and their works.
September 13: Reflections in White
October 10: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly: Women in Art
November 21: The DIA with a Jewish Twist
December 19: Sensational Selfies – How Artists Picture Themselves
$10 per lecture.
RSVP to Rosa Chessler:
([REDACTED]/) or
248.432.5418
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8989

PARSHA HASHAVUAH (WEEKLY TORAH PORTION)
2024-09-13 10:00 - 11:00
PARSHA HASHAVUAH (WEEKLY TORAH PORTION)
Community Rabbis, Cantors and Educators
ZOOM
FRIDAYS, 10 – 11 AM
· Series 1: Sept. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22; Dec. 6, 13, 20
· Series 2: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar. 7, 14
· Series 3: Mar. 21, 28; Apr. 4, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6
Each week a different rabbi, cantor or educator will present the weekly Torah
portion from their perspective. You never know who will be teaching each week,
but it is always enlightening and engaging! Sign up for one ten-week series or
the entire year. St udents need to have a Tanakh (Bible).
Tuition : $150 per 10-week series
Discount : Sign up for all three series – $430
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8600
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Have You Got Chutzpah? with Rabbi Joseph Krakoff
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
HAVE YOU GOT CHUTZPAH? with Rabbi Joseph Krakoff
In-Person I Max M. Fisher Federation Building
THURSDAYS, 10 – 11:30 AM
Sept. 12, 19, 26 (Last class will be held on ZOOM)
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Chutzpah is a Yiddish word meaning imprudence or nerve. It also can involve an
expression of audacity, effrontery, gall and temerity. It is a flagrant
boldness that is often not received with positivity. If you have chutzpah, you
may say what you think and not be concerned with hurting someone’s feelings or
getting in trouble. But chutzpah also may be a vital force in empowering
people to do what is right even amid challenges, difficulties and obstacles.
Having chutzpah can allow us to persevere and not be held back from realizing
our greatest moments. Join Rabbi Joseph Krakoff in this soulful examination of
the many faces of chutzpah.

Tuition : $70
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8593

Contemporary Halachic Debates: Even More Questions, Even Fewer Answers with Rabbi Michele Faudem
2024-09-12 09:30 - 10:30
CONTEMPORARY HALACHIC DEBATES: EVEN MORE QUESTIONS, EVEN FEWER ANSWERS with
Rabbi Michele Faudem
ZOOM
THURSDAYS, 9:30 – 10:30 AM

Series 1: Sept. 12, 19, 26; Oct. 10, 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21
Series 2: Dec. 12, 19; Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13
Series 3: Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr. 3, 24; May 1, 8

A lively weekly discussion and debate on current, relevant topics. How does
Halacha (Jewish law) impact our everyday opinions and decisions? Participate
in this round table discussion as Rabbi Michele Faudem asks: “questions,
comments and concerns?”
Tuition : $125 per 8-week series
Discount : Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8589
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Simple Instructions For A Complicated Life with Rabbi Michele Faudem
2024-09-11 19:00 - 20:00
SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS FOR A COMPLICATED LIFE with Rabbi Michele Faudem
WEDNESDAYS, 7 – 8 PM

Series 1: Sept. 11, 18, 25; Oct. 9, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20
Series 2 : Dec. 11, 18; Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12
Series 3 : Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr. 2, 23, 30; May. 7

Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) is a valuable treasure-trove of short,
moral and ethical teachings that serve as guides for Jewish living. Join in
the exploration of these inspiring materials as Rabbi Michele Faudem presents
these morsels of advice and insights from the leading rabbinic scholars of
different generations. As relevant today as when written, they serve to help
navigate our complicated lives.
Tuition : $125 per 8-week series
Discount : Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8583
Click here to join the livestream.
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Wisdom Wednesdays IN-PERSON– The Continuing Moral Voice Of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
2024-09-11 13:00 - 14:15 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Twp
WISDOM WEDNESDAYS – THE CONTINUING MORAL VOICE OF RABBI JONATHAN SACKS
with Rabbi Michele Faudem
IN-PERSON – WEDNESDAYS, 1 PM – 2:15 PM

Series 1: Sept. 11, 18, 25; Oct. 9, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20
Series 2: Dec. 11, 18; Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12
Series 3: Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr. 2, 23, 30; May 7

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l (1948-2020) was a global religious leader,
philosopher, author of more than 25 books and a moral voice of our time. His
thinking and writings have influenced, and will continue to influence, the
mindset of world Jewry for generations to come. Join us each week as we
explore his teachings and discuss how they impact our connection to Judaism,
Israel and each other.
Tuition: $125 per 8-week series
Discount: Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8580

Wisdom Wednesdays ON ZOOM – The Continuing Moral Voice Of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
2024-09-11 10:30 - 11:45
WISDOM WEDNESDAYS – THE CONTINUING MORAL VOICE OF RABBI JONATHAN SACKS
with Rabbi Michele Faudem
ON ZOOM – WEDNESDAYS, 10:30 – 11:45 AM

Series 1: Sept. 11, 18, 25; Oct. 9, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20
Series 2: Dec. 11, 18; Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12
Series 3: Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr. 2, 23, 30; May 7

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z”l (1948-2020) was a global religious leader,
philosopher, author of more than 25 books and a moral voice of our time. His
thinking and writings have influenced, and will continue to influence, the
mindset of world Jewry for generations to come. Join us each week as we
explore his teachings and discuss how they impact our connection to Judaism,
Israel and each other.
Tuition: $125 per 8-week series
Discount: Sign up for all three series – $360
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8578
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Within The Walls: Jewish-Owned Businesses In Detroit with Professor Howard Lupovitch
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:30
WITHIN THE WALLS: JEWISH-OWNED BUSINESSES IN DETROIT with Professor Howard
Lupovitch
ZOOM
TUESDAYS, 7 – 8:30 PM
Sept. 10, 17
Detroit has been an extraordinary city for Jewish-owned companies. Who are the
moguls that turned their dreams into successful businesses and contributed to
the vibrancy of our city and suburbs? Why was Detroit the springboard for so
many million/billionaires? Join Professor Howard Lupovitch as he unravels the
history of Detroit Jewish-owned businesses and the impact they have had on
Detroit, the country and the world.
Tuition : $45
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8575
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

SNEAK PEEK WEEK - FREE JLEARN SAMPLE CLASSES
2024-09-09 16:00 - 16:30, 2024-09-06 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-05 09:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-04 09:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-03 09:00 - 20:00
SNEAK PEEK WEEK AT JLEARN
_JOIN US FOR: 30 minutes sample classes at _NO CHARGE for all on
ZOOM!
Register at
http://jlearn.online/

Or call 248-205-2557
NO CHARGE – all on ZOOM!
DATES : September 3 – 9
SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, September 3:

9 – 9:30 AM: HAVE YOU GOT CHUTZPAH? WITH RABBI JOSEPH KRAKOFF
10 – 10:30 AM: AN ANGEL ON YOUR BACK, WITH RABBI MICHELE FAUDEM
7 – 7:30 PM: READING THE BOOK OF GENESIS AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME, WITH RABBI JOSEPH KLEIN
8 – 8:30 PM: THE BOOK OF EXODUS: TEXT AND TEXTURE, WITH RABBI JOSEPH KLEIN
_Wednesday,_September 4:
10 – 10:30 AM: ETHICAL WILLS, A LETTER FOR THE AGES, WITH RABBI MICHELE FAUDEM
11 – 11:30 AM: JEWISH IDENTITY: WHO IS A JEW? WITH RUTH BERGMAN
7 – 7:30 PM: SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS FOR A COMPLICATED LIFE, WITH RABBI MICHELE FAUDEM
_Thursday,_September 5:
9 – 9:30 AM: BIBLICAL DREAMERS AND THE VISIONARIES THEY INSPIRED, WITH ARIELLA NADEL
10 – 10:30 AM: BETTER TOGETHER, LOVE AND KINDNESS IN JUDAISM WITH RABBI TZVI MULLER
11 – 11:30 AM: GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: FINDING YOUR ROOTS, WITH ROBBIE TERMAN
7 – 7:30 PM: TORAH LINE BY LINE WITH RABBI/DR. MITCH PARKER
8 – 8:30 PM: THE BASICS OF JUDAISM WITH RABBI/DR. MITCH PARKER
Friday, September 6:
9 – 9:30 AM: A RABBI’S TOP TEN LIST OF FAVORITE JEWISH TEXTS, WITH RABBI ROBERT DOBRUSIN
10 – 10:30 AM: JEWS IN THE THEATER, WITH RABBI AARON BERGMAN
11 – 11:30 AM: THE SYNAGOGUE: ITS HISTORY, CUSTOMS AND GROWTH, WITH DR. MICHAEL PYTLIK

Monday, September 9:
4 – 4:30 PM: COFFEE WITH THE RABBIS: MUSSAR MASTERS – ETHICAL LIVING WITH RABBI JOSEPH KRAKOFF

View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8488
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Hebrew Language & Literature Classes
2024-09-08 00:00 - 2025-03-31 00:00
Hebrew Language & Literature Classes offered to any level – from Beginner
to Advanced.
For more information about Hebrew classes or to discuss placement of new
students, please contact Nira Lev, Director of Hebrew Programs, 248-330-3601
or niralev29@gmail.com
Tuition varies from $140 – $265
Supported by the Harold Wade Hebrew Literacy Fund.
Scholarship for Hebrew classes available upon request.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8556
Click here to join the livestream. http://jlearn.online

Sharing Shabbat 2024-2025
2024-09-03 18:00 - 21:00
What is Sharing Shabbat?
Sharing Shabbat is a 7 month program for families with children ages 0-8. Your
family will participate in monthly shabbat experiences as you build
relationships with families and learn how to celebrate shabbat in your home.
Sharing Shabbat welcomes all families including those who are new to town,
interfaith, multi-faith, single parent families, Jews of Color, Queer
families, families with disabilities, and families looking to make new
connections in the community.
All families will participate in the following:
An Opening Shabbat Dinner and Art Workshop
A Challah Bake
A Parents Night Out
A Closing Havdalah Celebration
*Four home hosted shabbat meals (can be Friday night dinner or Saturday brunch/lunch): families will be placed in small cohorts that will gather together in each other’s homes to celebrate shabbat. Hosts will be provided with a $75 stipend to help cover the cost of the meal as well as a Sharing Shabbat host kit. If you are uncomfortable hosting in your home but would still like to participate in the program, we welcome your application and will work together to accommodate your family!
How to participate?
To apply, please submit this application by September 3rd. We will schedule a
zoom conversation with each family in September.
Year At A Glance:
September 27: Opening Shabbat Dinner & Art Workshop at 5 pm
December 8: Chanukkah Celebration at 3:30 pm
January 12: Challah Bake at 3:30 pm
March 6: Parents Night Out, time TBD
April 27: Closing Havdalah Celebration at 3:30 pm
Home Hosted Shabbat Experiences will be scheduled by each cohort.
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View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8504
Click here to join the livestream. https://forms.gle/xLskwQ8E8NUbpLR19

The J - Detroit invites you to the 2024 Detroit Tiger's Jewish Heritage Celebration!
2024-09-01 13:40 - 16:40 | Comerica Park 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Join The J – Detroit for Jewish Heritage Night at Comerica Park!
Shalom! Join the Tigers and Detroit’s Jewish community for Jewish Heritage Day
on September 1st. Tickets purchased through this link come with a co-branded
Tigers hat, while supplies last. To redeem your item, please report to section
332 and scan your ticket at the kiosk.
Inclusions for the Day:
Free Ferris Wheel & Carousel Rides
Kids Run the Bases at End of Game
Kosher Foods Available in Lower Level Concessions
For interest in groups of 10+, Suites, Hospitality Spaces or general
information, email
([REDACTED]
GO TIGERS!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8884

Save Your Spot for Summer 2025
2024-09-01 00:00 - 2024-10-31 00:00 | The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township
SAVE YOUR SPOT!
SAVE YOUR SPOT HAS BEEN EXTENDED! You can now Save Your Spot for Summer
2025 between October 1-31 for $400! Pre-register now through the end of the
month for 10% off camp tuition and early-bird registration!
*If you Saved Your Spot in September, you need not do this again.
Families will fill out a camper application and sign up for Save Your Spot in
order to receive the early-bird registration and discount.
This Save Your Spot promotion applies to all campers in the family that will
be coming to camp, but only one application needs to be made. Save Your Spot
has been extended and now runs through October 31.
*$400 goes towards the summer 2025 balance
Mark your calendars – registration for camp will open in November this
year!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/9027
