UN • • Upcoming Events in Metro Detroit Water Gatherer by Monte Nagler, Arts & Entertainment; Yehuda Bauer, Education; Sylvia and Saul Waldman, Benefits; Detroit Public Librar}4 Clubs & Affiliates. SHABBAT SHALOM Adat Shalom Synagogue — Saturday, October 18. Rabbi Harvey Meirovich, dean, rabbinical school, Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies, Jerusalem, speaks on "Judaism From Creation to History to Redemption" on Shabbat morning, followed by "The Battle for Tolerance and Pluralism" at lunch and learn. No charge. RSVP: (248) 851- 5100. TS & ENTERTAINMENT Community House — through Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Our Town 2003, presented by DamilerChrysler Corp. Fund, pres- ents jut-led, all media art exhibition. 380 S. 13ates St , Birmingham. (248) 644-5832. girmingham Temple Drama Group 77: *Sunday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m. Whirly presents performances of SIMCHAT TORAH Adat Shalom Synagogue — Saturday, Oct 18, 7 p.m. Family Havdalah is followed by Hakafot (processions with the Torahs). (248) 851-5100. CONGREGATIONS Jewish Cultural Society — Jewish Community Center of Washtenaw County, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive. (734) 975-9872. • "Jewish End of Life Choices" — Sunday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-noon. Julie Gales, JCS Madrikha and Wanda Upper, manager, Arborcrest Cemetery. • "Contemporary Issues in the Secular Jewish Community" — Sunday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-noon. Rifke Feinstein, executive director, Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations. Congregation Beth Shalom — Sunday, Oct. 19. Key Club hosts annual Cholent Luncheon. Richard Racussin (248) 968-8848. Temple Beth El, Flint — Sunday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m. Dr. Andrei Markovits, Professor of Politics, department of Germanic languages 10/17 2003 42 • delia, Thaes Good That's e True Stag of the Three Little more. $4 members, $5 ) 477-1410. er Photography — Oct. Artist reception, Friday, ;7-9 p.m.: lecture on photo- c history, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2 Ast in attendance daily 3-9 ift*es & Noble, Orchard Lake Bloomfield. (248) 426- h Ensemble Theatre Company-JET —Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, Oct. QV. 23. Dirty Story $22-$28. 8)788-2900. ► ngregation Beth Ahm — Sunday, 26, 3 p.m. Harriet Berg and ce troupe perform "The wonderful Golem of Prague." No charge. (248) 851-6880. and literatures, University of Michigan, speaks on "Renewed Anti- Semitism in Western Europe: What is NEW and What is OLD." (810) 720- 9494. Temple Emanu-El — (248) 967- 4020. • "Both Sides" Series — Sunday, Oct. 19, 9:30-11 a.m. Prof. Kurt Metzger, director, Michigan Metropolitan Information Center, WSU, discusses the controversy over the Jewish National Population Survey with Prof Marc Kruman, history, WSU. • 'What Archaeology and the Dead Sea Scrolls Has to Teach Me About Jewish Biblical History" — Thursday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m. James C. Vanderkam, John A. O'Brien Professor of Hebrew Scriptures, University of Notre Dame. Machon L'Torah — Tuesday, Oct. 21. Rabbi Shmuel Irons speaks on "How to Achieve the True Pleasures of Intimacy." Hutchins Hall, 625 S. State St., Ann Arbor. (734) 996-2000. WOMEN'S GROUPS Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah, Ruach Group — Tuesday, Oct. 21, 7- 9:30 p.m. Mimi Markofsky, Elite Kosher Catering, demonstrates how to make chocolate sushi and chocolate clay. $18, $13 for those joining Hadassah that evening. B'nai Moshe. RSVP: Marcy Randel (248) 960- 3145. Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah, Eleanor Roosevelt Group — Tuesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m. Deborah Zielke, Jo- Anne stores, demonstrates how to wrap packages using unique and cre- ative coverings. $6. Hadassah House, 5030 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield. RSVP: (248) 683-5030. Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah, Masada, Sharon and Szold Groups — Wednesday, Oct. 22, noon. Penny Steyer, cantorial soloist, Temple Shir Shalom, presents a musical program at luncheon. No charge members, $10 guests. RSVP: (248) 642-3281. Glennwood ORT — Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6:30 p.m. Paid-up member- ship dinner. $15. Laurel Woods club- house. RSVP: Susan Richards (248) _ 737-2177. National Council of Jewish Women Greater Detroit Section — Thursday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m. "Bullying in the Schools" with Bonnie Hanes, educa- tional director, Oakland Mediation Center. $5. 26400 Lahser Rd., Southfield. RSVP: (248) 355-3300. Temple Israel Sisterhood — Wednesday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. "Reflections of Elegance," donor event, includes luncheon, fashion show and boutiques. (248) 661-5700. Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah — Monday, Oct. 27, 10-11:30 a.m. Book discussion group reviews Spy Dance by Allan Topol. Hadassah House, 5030 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield. 248) 683-5030. Machon L'Torah — Monday, Oct. 27, 9:15 a.m. Rosh Chodesh series features Helene Shapero, "Cheshvan: Structure in Our Live." Oak Park JCC. (248) 967-0888. Sisterhood of Temple Beth El — Tuesday, Oct 28, 7 p.m. Leah Tolwin, M.S.W., chair, Shalom Bayit Task Force, speaks on "Family Abuse: Recognizing Signs, Taking Preventative Steps, Knowing How to Find Help." (248) 851-1100, ext. 3135. Jewish Women International, Galilee Chapter — Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. General board meeting. Home of Aida Cutler. Gari Feldman (248) 661- 3510. MEN'S GROUPS Men's Club of Adat Shalom — Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. Dinner program features Tony Ortiz, Detroit Lions beat reporter, WXYT-AM, WWJ-AM, WKRK-FM. $5 with reservations by Oct. 17, $10 at door. (248) 851-5100. Community Calendar Notes: Items may be submitted to Community Calendar in three ways. Write: Bobbi Charnas, Editorial Assistant, the j euish News, J.,200 Northwestern 'Hwy., Suite 110, Southfield, MI 48034; fax: (248) 304-8885 or e-mail bcharnas@thejewishnews.com . The deadline for submissions is 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, 9 days prior to issue date. For more information, call (248) 354-6060, ext. 237.