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In the series, he will explore how leading Jewish philanthropic families used their wealth, political connec- tions and vision to improve the situ- ation of Jews in Eastern Europe and then help build American Jewry and the State of Israel. The Rothchilds and Baron De Hirsch will be the focus on Jan. 7. The impact of the Bronfmans and Max Fisher will be explored on Jan. 14. The cost for the series is $25. To RSVP, call (248) 851-6880. Hillel Day School Seeks 'Distinguished Alumni' Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit in Farmington Hills, now in its 55th year, plans to formally recognize the many outstanding alumni whose superlative achievements are worth noting. The first-ever Distinguished Alumni Award will be announced in early 2014, with nominations open now. "The award is an ongoing tribute to the strength of our educational pro- gram:' said Cheryl Schanes, director of development. "It's our chance to cel- ebrate the successes of our graduates, and to invite them back to school to share their stories:' Metro Detroit is home to many classmates, relatives or friends of accomplished Hillel alumni, and the public is encouraged to suggest names for the honor. Nominees must have distinguished themselves in one or more of the following areas: leader- ship, service, career, humanitarianism, creativity and courage. The recipients will be selected by a committee from Hillel Day School. Nominations are due by Friday, Jan. 17. For information, contact Cheryl Schanes at (248) 539-1488 or https:// www.hillelday.org/alumni_portal. Men's Clubs Dinner Features Legal Expert Men from across the area will gather at Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, for the 82nd annual Intercongregational Men's Club Dinner. The dinner is attended by hundreds of men from multiple congregations and denominations of Judaism. Charlie Langton, legal expert for Channel 2 TV and WWJ radio, will speak. A man of diverse interests, Langton helped design the Michigan 25-cent piece and is a col- lector of Michigan art and a trustee of the Michigan State University College Charlie of Law. Langton Cocktails begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:45 p.m. The cost is $54. Reservations are needed by Feb. 3. Send a check to Men's Club of Adat Shalom, 29901 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. For information, call (248) 851-5100 or email Gary Graff at ryraff@aol.com or Joe Wener at joe.wener@couzens.com . Habitat A Hit H abitat for Humanity of Oakland County hosted its first signature fundraiser in November at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, featuring flutist Alexander Zonjic and a packed ballroom of supporters. The event raised awareness of the silent hous- ing crisis in Oakland County — one of the nation's wealthiest. This year, Habitat will help 13 families secure safe, affordable housing by rehabbing or building a home. Its outreach has expanded in the last year to include the Jewish community, with programs and ini- tiatives to reach out to schools and synagogues in the works for the year to come. ❑ Keith Farber Sales Director kfarber@renmedia.us Account Executives Wendy Flusty Annette Kizy Melissa Litvin Ilene Lubin Rick Nessel Sales Manager Assistant Lisa Wren BUSINESS OFFICES Billing Coordinator Pamela Turner Collections Analyst Hazel Bender Production By FARAGO & ASSOCIATES Manager Scott Drzewiecki Designers Amy Pollard Pam Sherevan Michelle Sheridan Susan Walker PUBLISHED BY: RENAISSANCE MMEDIA Chairman Michael H. Steinhardt President Arthur M. Horwitz ahorwitz@renmedia.us Chief Operating Officer F. Kevin Browett kbrowett@renmedia.us Controller Craig R. 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