Ruth Lichterman, Farmington Hills The annual Jewish Book Fair, founded 52 years ago, is a nine-day event held at both Jewish Center locations. Authors from metro Detroit and around the world give presentations about their work and other relevant topics. A vast vari- ety of books, either having Jewish content or Jewish authors, are available for sale. Claim To Fame: The Detroit Jewish Book Fair is the oldest and largest Jewish book fair in the United States. Other Choices: Lenore Marwil Jewish Film Festival JEWISH MUSICIAN ltzhak Perlman "I think ltzhak Perlman is the most talented violinist in the world. He plays a variety of pieces, from klezmer to classical." Marvin Berman, Southfield A virtuoso violinist and conductor, ltzhak Perlman has appeared with every major orches- tra in the world. In 1987, he joined the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in Warsaw and Budapest, representing the first performances by this orchestra and soloist in Eastern bloc countries. Perlman has been honored with four Emmy Awards and 15 Grammy Awards. Claim To Fame: One of classical music's great- est ambassadors ADULT JEWISH EDUCATION STUDY TOPIC Kabbalah "Kabbalah is not magic — it is a beautiful, inspiring lens that reveals greater depths of the Torah, of our soul and of the will of God." Rabbi Daniel Nevins, Farmington Hills Kabbalah, the name applied to the whole range of Jewish mystical activity, refers to the study of the secret oral tradition within the Torah (Five Books of Moses). The word comes from the root meaning "to receive," or "to accept." Kabbalah is based on the idea that God's essence floods the universe with constant love and challenges its students to transcend ordinary material con- cerns. Classes and seminars in Kabbalah are held at various synagogues and educational institutions throughout the community. Claim To Fame: The study of Kabbalah has existed for at least 2,000 years. Other Choices: Hebrew JEWISH SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAM McIntyre's Superior Cadillac 8282 W. Grand River • At exit 145 off 1-96 Downtown Brighton (810) 227-1100 c91 Wovrt-6, G)TeAAY 13e6( 14,e-4 AA/coy& WE ARE PROFESSIONAL GRADE.® JVV955 -5)0€1-1-4/0 C-6/14€4 - Yad Ezra Berkley (248) 548-3663 "Yad Ezra fills a great need within our community, and it does so in a very dignified manner. It also pro- vides wonderful opportunities for volunteers of all ages." Carol Kaczander, Oak Park Yad Ezra Kosher food pantry was started in 1990 to provide free kosher food packages and hygiene items to Jewish people in need. Delivery is available to those who are home- 24-g—CS3-5550 • 3181 OteXcArii ctaLe. N, ,k. • 61A r €A)J °Kee 11,-646)1, itkrito-AAr.j,