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Community Calendar

from DJN January 20, 2022

by The Detroit Jewish News

from DJN January 20, 2022, page 42

Slice of Life — and More

ON THE GO

PEOPLE | PLACES | EVENTS

ARTIST SPEAKS 7 PM, JAN. 20

Hosted by the Jewish Historical Society of Michigan on Zoom. An exclusive conversation with Israeli artist Yigal Ozeri and his daughter, Shear, managing director of Yigal Ozeri LLC. Ozeri is one of the leading artists of photorealism in the world. Hosted by Barbara Cohn, this live conversation will cover Yigal Ozeri’s life growing up in Israel, his artistic influences, the art market and his newest series, Americana. He will also take viewers on a virtual tour of his studio. Cost: members, $10; nonmembers, $18. Info@ michjewishhistory.org.

CABARET 313 6:30 & 8:45 PM, JAN. 22

For its first performance of 2022, Cabaret 313 hosts the University of Michigan Musical Theatre seniors for “Lost in Ann Arbor.” The students share their favorite songs, from Broadway hits to radio chart toppers, at the Garden Theatre, 3929 Woodward Ave., Detroit. The performances will feature 20 senior class students. The set list includes Broadway favorites as well as pop songs. Audiences will be socially distanced and seated safely apart at tables in the Garden Theatre. Masks will be required for the duration of the performance. Upon entry, attendees must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the event. To learn more, visit cabaret313.org. Ticket information: $200 front and center; $60 for general seating; $25 for 40 and younger. Free parking is available. Info: Priya Mohan, 313-4055061.

MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS 9:30 AM, JAN. 23

Adat Shalom Synagogue invites adults of all ages to join Rabbi Aaron Bergman for a class designed to help them find their internal spirituality and realize how Judaism can make them happier. The community is welcome. Free. For information, contact 248-851-5100 or visit adatshalom.org.

‘THE SCAFFOLD EFFECT’ 11 AM -NOON, JAN. 23

Hosted by JCC’s JFamily Detroit and the Detroit Jewish Book Fair. Moderator Franki Bagdade will lead a thoughtful discussion using a practical, compassionate guide to helping children develop independence and a strong identity. With child psychiatrist and founding member of the nonprofit Child Mind Institute, Harold Koplewicz. Virtual; free. Register at: jlive.app/ events/1338.

ONLINE LEARNING NOON-1:15 PM, JAN. 24+

The Jewish Theological Seminary of America will sponsor a 10-week course, “Biblical Hebrew” with Dr. David Zev Moster. Reading of basic Hebrew is required. Cost: $350; limited financial assistance is available. Recordings will be provided to those unable to attend a session. Info: jtsa.edu.

‘SANCTIFIED SEX’ 12:30 PM, JAN. 24

The Jewish Theological Seminary of America sponsors this online book talk. Author Noam Zion will discuss his book, Sanctified Sex, which draws on 2,000 years of rabbinic debates addressing competing aspirations for loving intimacy, passionate sexual union and sanctity in marriage. Registration is free: jtsa. edu/events/sanctified-sex/ e381787.

LUNCH & LEARN NOON-1 PM, JAN. 24

“L’chaim: A Jewish View of Living and Doing [Part II]” will take place at Temple Shir Shalom in West Bloomfield. Join Rabbi Michael Moskowitz for this series that explores Jewish philosophy and how it guides us in our daily lives. Newcomers are welcome. No charge for temple members; $18/series for non-members. Mondays, Jan. 24 & 31 and Feb. 7 & 14.

SHAME & TRADITION 2-3:30 PM, JAN. 24

The Jewish Theological Seminary of America is the sponsor of this discussion series online. Join Dr. David Kraemer to discuss the complicated emotion of shame and how Jewish tradition “feels” about it. The Zoom link for this session will be in the confirmation email that you will receive after you register: jtsa.edu.

HEALTH WORKSHOP SERIES 8:30 AM-5 PM, JAN. 25+

Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) is a fun, interactive 6-week program designed by Stanford University to provide the necessary skills and tools to help people manage chronic pain and other persistent health conditions live a healthier life. This is a six-week workshop conducted by certified leaders. Open to adults, their family and friends, as well as caregivers. Participation is free, but a reservation is required as space is limited. Contact Joely Lyons, 248592-1995 or jlyons@jfsdetroit.org with questions or to register. Registration priority will be given to those living in western Wayne, Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Macomb counties.

ABOUT RGB 7 PM, JAN. 26

Adat Shalom Synagogue invites you to join Rabbi Aaron Bergman on Zoom to look at the life, career and favorite Jewish teachings of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. There is no charge. To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, contact Kellie Yost, kyost@adatshalom.org, 248-851-5100.

BOOK TALK 7:30 PM, JAN. 26

The Jewish Theological Seminary of America sponsors this online book talk. Join author Ken Krimstein when he discusses his book,

‘THE SCAFFOLD EFFECT’ 11 AM -NOON, JAN. 23 LUNCH & LEARN NOON-1 PM, JAN. 24

ON THE GO

PEOPLE | PLACES | EVENTS

continued from page 45 When I Grow Up, a graphic narrative based on newly discovered, never-before-published autobiographies of Eastern European Jewish teens on the brink of WWII — found in 2017 hidden in a Lithuanian church cellar. Registration is free: jysa.edu.

HONORING MLK JR. 3-5 PM, JAN. 27

A virtual program brought to you by the University of Michigan Frankel Center for Judaic Studies. “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a Black King of the Bible in Duke Ellington’s Symphonic Triptych Three Black Kings.” This is an ICAMus (The International Center for American Music) event, sponsored by MCECS (Michigan Center for Early Christian Studies), in collaboration with the Frankel Center in honor of Martin Luther King Day 2022 Advanced registration required: tinyurl.com/2zvsappv.

DSO NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT 7:30 PM, JAN. 27

Congregation Shaarey Zedek will host Dmitry Sinkovsky with an all-Mozart program, featuring his Overture to the Marriage of Figaro, Violin Concerto No. 3, and Symphony No. 38, which was written during the composer’s time in Prague. This performance is only available as part of a 2021-2022 William Davidson Neighborhood Concerts subscription package. Subscribe today at dso. org/neighborhood. Please note that CSZ does not accept reservations for these concerts.

PARENTING CHAT 10 AM, JAN. 30

An online event hosted by the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit for parents of tween and teenage children. Parenting expert Julie Fisher is logging on to discuss best practices of parenting in the digital age, including real-life examples of online mistakes and how to prevent them, mobile device etiquette, texting trouble, social media rules, program apps, parental controls, cyber-bullying and more. You’re also welcome to opt in to an optional brunch box, which will be delivered prior to the program. Register before Jan. 23, at 6 pm: at jlive.app/events/1370. $36 per person for brunch.

TEA PARTY 1-5 PM, JAN. 30

Sponsored by Federation NEXTGen Detroit at Purple Door Tearoom, 701 Livernois, Ferndale. A celebration of female friendship with treats, tea and good times. Tea party hats are encouraged. We’ll be making Valentine’s Day cards for residents at Jewish Senior Life. We are offering tea at two different times: 1 pm or 3:30 pm. Please select the time that works best for you and be sure to select the same time as any friends you are planning to meet there. Cost: $20 per person. Register in advance by Jan. 21: jlive. app/events/1407.

Compiled by Sy Manello/Editorial Assistant. Send items at least 14 days in advance to calendar@thejewishnews.com.