on the go continued from page 29 JCC BLOOD DRIVE 2-7 pm, July 11. Give the gift of life. Donations are for Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital. At the JCC, West Bloomfield. Appointments only: Dina, droutin@jccdet.org or 248-432-5418. July 8 HOME & GARDEN TOUR 10 am-4 pm, July 8 & 9. Walking tour of seven gardens and five mid-century homes. In Detroit’s Palmer Woods neighborhood, west of Woodward near Seven Mile. $25 for both days. RSVP: palmerwoods.org. Info: 313-891-2514. FOOD STAMP DIET CHALLENGE 7:30 pm, July 11-7:30 pm, July 12. Organized by Yad Ezra kosher food bank to raise awareness about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as “food stamps.” After a briefing, participants as a group will purchase food for their own $4.20 per person — the daily SNAP allocation for almost 1.5 million Michigan residents. Only these purchased items may be consumed over 24 hours. A film crew will be present on the shopping trip. At the Meijer’s store, Telegraph at 12 Mile, Southfield. RSVP: nechama@yadezra.org or 248-548-3663. JULY 12 Music In Franklin 7-8:30 pm, July 12. Nuclassica kicks off “Franklin Music on the Green” outdoor concert series. Continues with Classic Maniacs on July 19 and The Alternatives on July 26. At the Village Green on Franklin Road, between 13 & 14 Mile. wednesday, july 12 SHORT READING SELECTIONS 10:30 am, July 12. “Something to Remember Me By” by Saul Bellow is this month’s selection at “Tales We Wag at Each Other.” Barry Y. Levine’s series is for “con- noisseurs of literary theatrics” or anyone who might enjoy reading aloud or listening to dif- ferent types of stories. Discussion will follow. At Fleischman Residence/Blumberg Plaza, 6710 W. Maple, West Bloomfield. Food may be purchased at Marvin’s Bistro adjoining the library. RSVP to Cong. B’nai Moshe: 248-788- 0600. JCC MOVIE MATINEE 1:15 pm, July 12-26. The Active Life Program presents a movie every week. At the JCC, West Bloomfield. Free. Info: Rosa, rchessler@jccdet.org or 248-432-5467. SNAP LUNCH AT YAD EZRA Noon, July 12. Community members tak- ing the Yad Ezra leadership’s 24-hour food stamp diet challenge are invited to bring a lunch made from their July 11 purchases. Participants may reflect, share and blog about their experiences as challenge participants. At Yad Ezra kosher food pantry, 2850 W. 11 Mile, Berkley. Free. Info: Nechama@yadezra.org or 248-548-3663. BETH AHM SERIES 7:30-9 pm, July 12. “Debunking Jewish Stereotypes” series with Prof. Howard Lupovitch. He will lecture on “Shylock: The Jewish Affinity for Business.” At Cong. Beth Ahm, West Bloomfield. $15, or free for mem- ber. RSVP: ablau@cbahm.org or 248-851- 6880. thursday, july 13 ART TALK 11 am, July 13 . Wendy Evan’s topic is “DIA: American Collection.” Presentation of the Active Life. At the JCC, West Bloomfield. $5. RSVP: Rosa, rchessler@jccdet.org or 248- 432-5467. 30 July 6 • 2017 jn JULY 12 Hadassah At Concert 6:30 pm, July 12. Eleanor Roosevelt Group of Hadassah will gather for optional picnic dinner before 7 pm outdoor concert in the park featuring the group Magic Bus. Bring own seating and wear optional tie-dyed clothing. At Shain Park in downtown Birmingham. Free. Info: 248-683-5030. ALZHEIMER CAREGIVER SUPPORT 1:30-3 pm, July 13. Dorothy & Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Care Program offers several caregiver support groups each month. This Alzheimer’s Association daytime group is for family caregivers of older adults with memory loss; respite care may be available. At Jewish Senior Life, Fleischman Residence, 6710 W. Maple, West Bloomfield. Free. RSVP: Joely Lyons, jlyons@jslmi.org or 248-592-5032. LAW & JUDAISM 6-8 pm, July 13. Dinner program open to Jewish attorneys also meets this summer on Aug. 10. Partners Detroit and the Jewish Bar Association of Michigan presents Nathan Lewin, next in a series of highly regarded Jewish attorneys that will lead the Charles J. Cohen “JEWdicial Series: The Intersection Between American Law and Judaism.” Attorneys participating in the continuing series explore modern-day applications of talmudic and contemporary law. In the Foundation Room at Prime 10 kosher restaurant, 15600 W. 10 Mile, Southfield. Free; includes dinner. RSVP: partnersdetroit.org. Info: Sarah, 248- 583-2476. SUMMER POETRY CLUB 6:30-8:30 pm, July 13. Prof. Dina Routin, MA, instructor at Oakland Community College, facilitates program. It features guided writing sessions, discussions, study of great poems and more. At Meyers Library & Media Center in the JCC, West Bloomfield. $18, or $15 for JCC member. RSVP: Francine, fmenken@jccdet.org or 248-432-5546. nutritious meals for their family. Class includes interactive cooking, samples and take-home recipes. At Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital’s Demonstration Kitchen, 6777 W. Maple. $25 each session. RSVP: dk@hfhs.org or 248-325-3890. friday, july 14 ‘SPLISH SPLASH SHABBAT’ 10:30 am, July 15. Temple clergy will join young families for a Shabbat celebration featuring songs, prayer, snacks and water fun. Bring a bathing suit and towel. At Temple Israel, West Bloomfield. $20 adult/$10 child including age 3. RSVP by July 10: temple- israel.org/splishsplash. Info: alicia@temple- israel.org or 248-661-5700. CURRENT EVENTS 10:30 am, July 14. Linda Garfield is the facilitator. Presented by JCC Without Borders– The Active Life Program. At Prentis JSL Apartments, 15100 W. 10 Mile, Oak Park. Info: Rosa, 248-432-5467. HAWAIIAN SHIRT SHABBAT 6:15 pm, July 14. Family-friendly Shabbat picnic dinner offers choice of beef or quinoa (vegan) burgers with side dishes. An outdoor service will follow. Tropical, Hawaiian attire is encouraged. At Temple Emanu-El, Oak Park. $12 adult/$6 ages 3-9. RSVP by July 11: templefamily@emanuel-mich.org or 248-967- 4020. saturday, july 15 COOKING CLASSES FOR KIDS 10 am-noon, July 15. “Breakfast Anytime.” Ages 6-12 will learn to create delicious and wednesday, July 19 NCJW GAME DAY 11 am-4 pm, July 19. National Council of Jewish Women-Greater Detroit Section will hold annual event to benefit its service projects. Bring a foursome with something to play, such as bridge, canasta, mah jong or Scrabble. Organizer also requests donation of evening bags and costume jewelry for the council’s resale shop. At Cong. Beth Ahm, West Bloomfield. $45; includes lunch. RSVP by July 12: www.ncjwgds.org or Esther, 248- 355-3300, ext. 0.