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SATURDAY, MAY 14

‘ISRAEL IN THE CROSSHAIRS’

KIDS LEARN MAGIC

7:30 pm, May 18. Ohr Someach International presents
a Detroit Yom Iyun, an evening of learning on “Israel in
the Crosshairs: How the New Anti-Semitism Affects Us
and What We Can Do About It.” Speakers will be Rabbis
Dovid Gottlieb and Akiva Tatz, and David Olesker. At
Young Israel of Oak Park. Free. Doors open at 6:45,
Minchah at 7:10. Information: 718-677-6200.

2-3 pm, May 14. Elementary school-age children are
target audience for learning magic tricks using ordi-
nary objects. Franklin Public Library presents instruc-
tor from Wunderground Magic Shop in Clawson.
At Kreger House, 26225 Carol, Franklin. Free. RSVP:
248-851-2254.

SUNDAY, MAY 15

THURSDAY, MAY 19

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

ROSH CHODESH

1-2 pm, May 15. Greater Michigan Chapter of
Alzheimer’s Assn. presents information about
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, which do not
have to be a normal part of aging. At Adat Shalom
Synagogue in Farmington Hills. Information: www.alz.
org/gmc. RSVP: 800-272-3900.

9:30 am, May 19. Sara Eisemann leads a women-
only program on “Shevet Yosef,” to welcome Hebrew
month of Iyar. At Mondry Building, 15000 W. 10 Mile,
Oak Park. Information: Rosa, 248-432-5467.

ROOSEVELT & GENOCIDE

Noon-1 pm, May 19. A health expert leads “Walk with
a Doc,” a community program emphasizing exercise
and providing health tips for those with arthritis.
Beaumont Hospital in Farmington Hills sponsors.
At Heritage Park Nature Center, Farmington Road,
south of 11 Mile, Farmington Hills. Free. Information:
Caroline, 248-442-1661

3 pm, May 15. Lecture title: “FDR was the Best: The
Best of His Generation in dealing with the Holocaust,
the Best of His Successors in Dealing with Genocide;
but That is No Compliment!” Addressing the topic is
author Dr. Michael Berenbaum, director of Sigi Ziering
Institute at American Jewish University in Los Angeles.
Primary event sponsors are Wayne State University’s
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Guy Stern
Endowment in Exile and Holocaust Studies. At the
Holocaust Memorial Center, 28123 Orchard Lake Road,
Farmington Hills. Free, but RSVP required: WSU, 313-
577-2679.

YOGA & KABBALAH

6 pm, May 15. The Well hosts visiting Rabbi Benjamin
Shalva. Participants will discover the benefits of meld-
ing the ancient traditions of yoga with kabbalistic
practice. No knowledge of either is required. At Yoga
Shelter, 108 S. Main, Royal Oak. $10. RSVP: dan@
meetyouatthewell.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 17

COLORING & CHAT

7-9 pm, May 17. Adults can relax, socialize and color
blank design sheets in a social setting. Franklin Public
Library, under construction, is the organizer. At Kreger
House, 26225 Carol, Franklin. Free. RSVP: 248-851-2254.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

ARTHRITIS & DIET

10 am-noon, May 18. Class on “Arthritis and Anti-
Inflammatory Foods” at Henry Ford West Bloomfield
Hospital’s Demonstration Kitchen, 6777 W. Maple,
West Bloomfield. $10 includes $5 voucher for Henry’s
Cafe. RSVP: dk@hfhs.org or 248-325-3890.

‘WHAT MAKES FOOD JEWISH?’

7-9 pm, May 18. Restaurateur Eli Boyer explores topic
in small groups. Chef Jared Bobkin, a top-five finisher
on this season of the TV program Hell’s Kitchen, pres-
ents a cooking demo with tasting. Sponsor is The Well.
At Specialties Showroom, 2800 W. 11 Mile, Berkley.
RSVP required: dan@meetyouatthewell.org.

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EXERCISING WITH ARTHRITIS

FRIDAY, MAY 20

COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT

Noon-2 pm, May 20. Experts Judith Finell and Tom
Leavens discuss legal perspectives related to perform-
ing, visual and literary expression and intellectual
property. Presented by State Bar of Michigan–Arts,
Communications, Entertainment & Sports Section
and Midwest Chapter of Copyright Society of
America. At University of Detroit Mercy Law School,
651 E. Jefferson, Detroit. Parking available on Larned
Street. Admission at various levels includes lunch.
Information: www.csusa.org/clearview/blurredlines.

Tone, Zumba and Drums Alive. At West Bloomfield JCC.
Information: fitness@jccdet.org or Matt, 248-432-5427.

BETH SHALOM MEN’S CLUB

10:30 am, May 22. Ted Friedman speaks about
“Judges and Trials” on Men’s Club Law Day. At Cong.
Beth Shalom in Oak Park. Information: 248-547-7970.

LENNY K DAY

11 am-4 pm, May 22. Family fun and a chance to
meet Lenny Krayzelburg, the four-time Olympic gold
medalist. At West Bloomfield JCC. Information: www.
jccdet.org/whatsnew.

KOL AMI REUNION SERVICE

SYMPHONY OUTING

7 pm, May 20. As part of its 50th anniversary year,
West Bloomfield-based Temple Kol Ami is holding a
community-wide service to reunite and honor alumni
who served the synagogue in a rabbinic, cantorial,
educational or programming role. The oneg follow-
ing will feature a camp-style Shabbat song session.
Information: igilbert@tkolami.org or 248-661-0040.

3 pm, May 22. Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue
is sponsoring outing to hear the Detroit Symphony
Orchestra. Concert will feature music of Beethoven
and other composers. At Max & Marjorie Fisher Music
Center, 3711 Woodward, Detroit. $20. RSVP required:
Noah, npurcell@gmail.com.

DEBBIE FRIEDMAN SHABBAT

MUSICMAIN

7 pm, May 20. Oak Park Temple Emanu-El’s Erev
Debbie Friedman Shabbat with the Shir Chadash Choir
and the Sam Harris Band. Information: 248-967-4020.

3-4 and 5-6 pm, May 22. Stuart (Stu-ku-le-le) Fuchs is
next in the music series. Ken Knoppow chairs. At West
Bloomfield Twp. Library, 4600 Walnut Lake Road. Free.
Info: www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org or 248-682-2120.

SATURDAY, MAY 21

SUNDAY, MAY 29

MUSIC AFTER LUNCH

1:30 pm, May 19. The Senior Adult Program at
Temple Israel in West Bloomfield presents concert
featuring Stephanie Michaels & Friends. Free. RSVP
requested for large groups only: 248-661-5700.

SIP & SHOP

5-8 pm, May 19. Tikvah Hadassah Group sponsors
shopping day. Ten percent of sales will be donated to
Hadassah. At Franklin Boutique, 32716 Franklin Road,
Franklin. Information: Sandy, 248-737-9197.

WHITE PRIVILEGE

7 pm, May 19. At next “In Conversation With” pro-
gram, Rabbi Mark Miller’s guest will be Rachel Lesser,
former deputy director of the Religious Action Center
in Washington, D.C. Lesser will reflect on ways “white
privilege” has affected her, both personally and
professionally. At Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Twp.
Information: Rachel, rrudman@tbeonoline.org.

HADASSAH DINNER

7 pm, May 19. A new Hadassah group is forming
for Zionist women ages “45ish to 55ish.” Plans will be
discussed over dinner. At Davidson Hadassah House,
5030 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Free.
RSVP: greaterdetroit@hadassah.org or 248-683-5030.
Information: Bev, 248-661-6720.

DAVID BENGURION TOPIC

7:30 pm, May 19. Rachel Havrelock, Ph.D., associate
professor of Jewish Studies and English at University
of Illinois-Chicago, will deliver the Institute for Retired
Professionals’ annual Lucas Lecture. The fund, estab-
lished by Dr. Leon and Hilda Lucas, provides lectures
concerning the State of Israel. Havrelock will discuss
“David Ben-Gurion and the Bible: Forging Israeli
Secular Culture.” A dessert reception follows. At Cong.
Beth Shalom of Oak Park, a co-sponsor with Wayne
State University’s Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic
Studies. Free. Information: Sharon, irp@jccdet.org or
248-432-5406.

ARTHRITIS WALK

BASKETBALL TOURNEY

7 am-noon, May 21. Walk to Cure Arthritis is the
Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event,
held to spread awareness and raise money for a cure.
Choice of a 3-mile or 1-mile course. Morning also
includes family activities. RSVP: walktocurearthritis.org.

1 pm, May 29. Parents are invited to team up with
their son or daughter for Memorial Day Family 2-on-2
Basketball Tournament. At West Bloomfield JCC. RSVP
by May 26: jccdet.org/whatsnew. Info: 248-661-1000.

WALK FOR HEARING

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9 am-noon, May 21. Fundraiser for Hearing Loss
Association of America’s Southeast Michigan group
will feature a 5K walk, starting at 10, and family activi-
ties. At West Boat Dock of Kensington Metro Park in
Milford. Information: Barb, bquart@hearingloss-mi.org.

TEMPLE GAMES NIGHT

6:30 pm, May 21. Casino-style games played for fun
will have temple celebrity dealers. Fundraiser also
offers board games, raffle prizes, wine grab and a
professional cooking demo. Buffet dinner from Plum
Market. At Birmingham Temple in Farmington Hills.
$25 adult, $5 child. Info www.birminghamtemple.org
or 248-631-9602.

TEMPLE KOL AMI GALA

6:30 pm, May 21. Celebrate West Bloomfield Temple
Kol Ami’s jubilee year and Rabbi Norman T. Roman’s
retirement. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner
and dessert. Music by singer, composer, educator and
activist Peri Smilow. Information: 248-661-0040.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

FITNESS FOR SENIORS

9:30 am, May 22. Yoga leads off six days of free fit-
ness classes for those age 65 and older. More choices
though May 27 include: Body Awareness, Hydrotone,
Essential Pilates, Ageless Grace (chair exercise),
Conditioning for Balance and Strength, Stretch and

LIFE LESSONS FROM OUR
KINGS AND PROPHETS

How does one beat burnout, gain per-
spective and make progress on impor-
tant goals? A new Jewish Learning
Institute course given by Rabbi Shneur
Silberberg looks at these common chal-
lenges in light of our kings and prophets.
The course, “Strength and Struggle:
Lessons in Character from the Stories
of Our Prophets” will be offered by Bais
Chabad of West Bloomfield in partnership
with Federation’s FedEd department.
It will run six weeks and will be offered
twice weekly, at 11 a.m. Sundays, begin-
ning May 15 (breakfast included), at Bais
Chabad, and at 7 p.m. Thursdays, begin-
ning May 19, at the Jewish Federation
Building in Bloomfield Township.
Cost is $80 and scholarships are
available. For information, call (248)
207-5513) or visit www.baischabad.
com/jli.