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Much To Do!

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

LUNG CANCER SUPPORT

6-7:30 pm, April 21. David Sternberg, M.D., leads
support group for people with lung cancer and
their loved ones. At Beaumont Cancer Center,
27900 Grand River, Suite 230, Farmington. Free.
Information: 248-473-4828.

Amazing Healthcare Consultants, will speak on
patient advocacy and her service to help patients
and families navigate the healthcare system. At
Temple Kol Ami in West Bloomfield. Free. RSVP
requested: igilbert@tkolami.org or 248-661-0040.

FRIDAY, APRIL 29

JEWISH PEOPLEHOOD

MONDAY, APRIL 25

CLASSICAL VIDEO CONCERTS

11 am, April 25. Ben Opengeym facilitates pro-
gram highlighting the composer Vivaldi. At West
Bloomfield JCC’s Greenberg Suite. Information:
248-432-5467.

TUESDAY, APRIL 26

BEGINNERS’ YIDDISH

2 pm, April 26. Alva Dworkin is the instructor. At
West Bloomfield JCC, Room 204. $2. Information:
248-432-5467.

7:30 pm, April 29. Rabbi Jeffrey Falick will
speak on “Changing Understandings of Jewish
Peoplehood: Implications for American Jewry
and Secular Humanistic Judaism.” At Birmingham
Temple in Farmington Hills. Information: 248-477-
1410.

THE FULL MONTY

8 pm, April 29. Opening night for the Farmington
Players’ musical comedy, a “tale of underdogs
who triumph over adversity by baring more than
just their souls.” Presented weekends through
May 21 and also Thursday, May 19. Ladies’ nights
on Fridays. At Barn Theater, 32332 W. 12 Mile,
Farmington Hills. Tickets: www.farmingtonplayers.
org or box office, 248-553-2955.

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT’S
COMING UP AT THE JCC!

Generations in Modern Hebrew Poetry

Wednesdays, May 4-June 22 | 7 p.m.

Taught by Dina Routin, “Generations in Modern Hebrew Poetry” will focus
on poetic writings from mid-19th century Europe to contemporary Israel,
considering the individual intentions of poets and how their works reflect
the times, the growth of Zionism, the development of the Hebrew language,
and Israeli Culture.

Penina Taylor Lectures

Wednesday, May 4 | 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 5 | 10 a.m.

Please join us as Penina shares her remarkable, sometimes unbelievable
story, from her beginnings in a secular Jewish home to her life today as an
observant Jewish woman. An engaging speaker with a story unlike anything
you’ve ever heard, Penina leaves audiences inspired and awed.

KAT (Kids All Together) Comedy Night

Thursday, May 5 | 8 p.m.

Join us for a fun evening of comedy while helping to support JCC programs
for children with special needs. This year’s event features Ben Bailey, host
of the smash hit “Cash Cab” and the winner of six Emmy Awards.

Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration

Thursday, May 12 | 1:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27

MOVIE AT THE J

1:30 pm, April 27. Joel Marwil facilitates showing
of The Devil’s Arithmetic (97 minutes) at the West
Bloomfield JCC. Film is about 16-year-old Hanna
Stern, a typical American teenager until a mystical
Passover seder takes her back in time to German-
occupied Poland. Free. Information: 248-432-5471.

MONTH IN REVIEW

2 pm, April 27. Retired social studies teacher Dave
Higer leads current events discussion. Temple
Kol Ami in West Bloomfield. Free. RSVP: igilbert@
tkolami.org or 248-661-0040.

ANCIENT SORCERY

6 pm, April 27. Dr. Justin Sledge presents annual
Sheppy Dog Fund Lecture. His topic is “Between
Magic and Monotheism: Sorcery in the Ancient
World” — how ancient Judaism and Christianity
hovered between a developing monotheism and
other, sometimes even malevolent, supernatural
forces. At Flint Institute of Arts Theater, 1120 E.
Kearsley, Flint. Free. Information: flintarts.org or
810-234-1695.

KITCHEN KNIFE SKILLS

6:30 pm, April 27. Improve speed and safety in
the kitchen and cut vegetables, fish and herbs like
a pro. At Demonstration Kitchen at Henry Ford
West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple. $20;
you can bring up to three knives to be sharpened.
Information: www.henryford health.org. RSVP: dk@
hfhs.org or 248-325-3890.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT SERIES

7-8:30 pm, April 27. Conclusion of “Caregivers
Need Care ,Too!” Thomas Palmer, M.D., a geriatrician
and hospice/palliative care expert at Henry Ford
Hospital, will offer insights on medical problems
a caregiver may encounter. Carol Devore, M.D., of

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

BOOKSTORE DAY

10 am, April 30. Local authors and illustrators will
meet the public and sign books throughout day.
The nationwide event is held to celebrate non-
chain bookstores. At Book Beat, 26010 Greenfield,
Oak Park. Information: info@thebookbeat.com or
248-968-1190.

KOL AMI GAMES NIGHT

7-10 pm, April 30. Adults age 18 and older can
play Scrabble, Rummikub, Qwirkle and cards, or
their own favorite game from home. Game winners
receive tickets; also, a drawing for prizes. At Temple
Kol Ami in West Bloomfield. Free, but bring a des-
sert, snack or pop to share. RSVP:
igilbert@tkolami.org or 248-661-0040.

Join the JCC’s Active Life and Russian Jewish Life programs for a wonderful
movie and tasty Israeli treats to celebrate Israel Independence Day.

Corktown Studios Review - Opening Reception

Sunday, May 15 | 1-4 p.m.

The newest exhibit at the Janice Charach Gallery, Corktown Studios is
an artist collective located in Detroit’s re-emerging North Corktown
neighborhood providing affordable studios for its members as well as
exhibition space for area artists and the community.

IRP Annual Lucas Lecture

Thursday, May 19 | 7:30 p.m.

Featuring Rachel Havrelock, PhD, associate professor of Jewish Studies and
English at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Havrelock’s lecture is
titled “David Ben-Gurion and the Bible: Forging Israeli Secular Culture.”

Lenny K Day

Sunday, May 22 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a day of family fun and to meet four-time Olympic Gold Medalist
Lenny Krayzelburg!

SUNDAY, MAY 1

Jazz at the J - Nicole New & Cliff Monear

CLEAN UP CEMETERY

Tuesday, May 24 | 2 p.m.

9 am-1 pm, May 1. Helpers invited to bring their
own gardening tools to B’nai David Cemetery’s
Spring Community Clean-Up. At 9535 Van Dyke,
Detroit. Safe parking is available directly in front of
the cemetery. Open for visiting during same hours
on May 8 (Mother’s Day) and May 15. Information:
david@migoldman.com or 248-686-9801.

Nicole New, a passionate and provocative singer who allures crowds with
her sensitivity and soulfulness, joins local jazz legend Cliff Monear for an
afternoon of song.

JHSM ANNUAL MEETING

Team up with your son or daughter and compete against other families in our
annual tournament! You must sign up by Thursday, May 26 to secure your spot.

2 pm, May 1. Jewish Historical Society of Michigan
will offer tours of the Rabbi Leo M. Franklin
Archives at Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Twp. prior
to its annual meeting at 3:30. Jan Durecki, archives
director, will receive the 2016 Leonard N. Simons
History Award, and leaders will be elected. $40 and
up; includes dessert reception. RSVP (due immedi-
ately): 248-432-5517 or www.michjewishistory.org.

Fourth Annual Memorial Day Family 2-on-2
Basketball Tournament

Sunday, May 29 | 1 p.m.

For more information, please visit

jccdet.org/whatsnew

D. Dan & Betty Kahn Building
Eugene & Marcia Applebaum Jewish Community Campus
6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322

www.jccdet.org

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