Jews Welcome Muslims Detroit's Jewish community will be joined by volunteers from the Muslim community on Friday, Dec. 25, to take part in Mitzvah Day, the annual single largest day of volunteering by Detroit's Jewish community. Volunteers of all ages will par- ticipate in dozens of social ser- vice projects throughout Metro Detroit so that Christians can celebrate Christmas at home with their families. Mitzvah Day is presented by the Jewish Community Relations Council and the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit. "Make Someone Happy" is the theme for Mitzvah Day 2009. As many as 900 Jewish volunteers — joined for the first time with Muslim volunteers — are expected to take part, aiding 48 local social service agencies on Christmas Day. Participants also will take part in a nonperishable food drive, bringing donations as they report to volunteer duty on Dec. 25. Event chairs are Micki Grossman and Stephanie Rosenbaum. Volunteer slots have been filled for this year. ow in Downtown Birmingham 690 South Old Woodward Your friends at the Jewish Housing Association are assisting qualified loan modification applicants free of charge. This service will be provided by our professional team of mortgage loan counselors in a confidential manner. Party Downtown Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue will host a Chanukah party at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, in the synagogue at 1457 Griswold, Detroit. The free celebration will feature dinner, plus dancing led by a DJ. RSVPs are not required but appreciated. Call the synagogue's board secretary, Leor Barak, (248) 860-0941. You may submit your application by phone or meet with us in person to ensure your privacy. Jewish Housing Association 27777 Franklin Road, Suite 1700 Southfield, MI 48075 1.800.458.0404 www.jhamd.org Jewish Housing Association of Metropolitan Detroit qpJewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit WE'RE PART OF THE TEAM A Michigan non profit organization December 17 • 2009 17