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JCC MOVIE MATINEE
1-2:30 pm, July 18. The Active Life
Program shows Loving Story. At the
JCC, West Bloomfield. Free. Info: Rosa,
rchessler@jccdet.org or 248-432-5467.
DROP IN & LEARN
1-2:30 pm, July 18. “The Jews of
Khazaria” is the next topic in a Wednesday
video series. Prof. Henry Abramson is the
lecturer. Nancy Kaplan leads a brief, infor-
mal discussion following. At Cong. Beth
Ahm, West Bloomfield. Free. Walk-ins are
welcome. Info: nancyellen879@att.net or
248-737-1931.
BEATLES & HADASSAH
6 pm, July 18. Eleanor Roosevelt Hadassah
Group invites women and guests to bring their
picnic dinners and then watch Magic Bus put
on a Beatles tribute concert. Rain date is July
25. Bring own seating. At Shain Park, down-
town Birmingham. Info: 248-683-5030.
thursday, july 19
CAREGIVER SUPPORT
1:30-3 pm, July 19. Dorothy & Peter Brown
Jewish Community Adult Day Care Program
offers several caregiver support groups
each month. This Alzheimer’s Association
meeting is for family caregivers of older
adults living with dementia; respite care
may be available. At Jewish Senior Life,
Fleischman Residence, 6710 W Maple, West
Bloomfield. Free. RSVP: Joely, jlyons@jslmi.
org or 248-592-5032.
MULTI-MEDIA DRAWING
2-4 pm, July 19 & 26. Artist-designer Todd
Larson, BFA, teaches stipple drawing and
other techniques to students of all skill lev-
els. At the JCC, Room 205, West Bloomfield.
$8 per class; includes supplies. RSVP: Rosa,
rchessler@jccdet.org or 248-432-5467.
TIGERS BOOK AUTHORS
6 pm, July 19. Famed Detroit Tigers pitcher
Mickey Lolich and journalist Tom Gage will
discuss their new book, Joy in Tigertown:
A Determined Team, a Resilient City and
our Magical Run to the 1968 World Series.
Featuring Cardinals pitcher Bob Gibson in
MVP form and Tigers All-Stars Al Kaline and
Lolich, the 1968 World Series was, for many
local fans, baseball at its best. At Pages
Bookshop, 19560 Grand River, Detroit. Info:
susan@pagesbkshop.com or 313-473-7342.
BERMAN NIGHT OF LEARNING
7 pm, July 19. “See You in Eden: Jewish
Views on the Afterlife.” Rabbi Yonatan
Dahlen will explore different takes on the
Jewish afterlife with an in-depth text study
filled with theology, ancient stories and
even a little magic. At Cong. Shaarey Zedek,
Southfield. Free. Info: shaareyzedek.org or
Kelli, 248-357-5544.
friday, july 20
BIM BOM BABY
10-11:30 am, July 20. The Learning Center
of Cong. Shir Shalom presents a Shabbat
morning program for babies through 4-year-
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olds, attending with a special adult. They
will celebrate Shabbat with the rabbis,
braid challah, sing songs with the can-
tor and make new friends. At Fleischman
Residence, 6710 W. Maple, West Bloomfield.
RSVP: Melanie@shirshalom.org or 248-406-
4255. Info: shirshalompreschool.com.
BIRMINGHAM OUTDOOR MOVIE
7:30 pm, July 20. Pre-show entertainment
before screening of Back to the Future at
dusk. At Booth Park, southwest intersec-
tion of Old Woodward and Harmon in
Birmingham. If inclement weather, program
moves to Berkshire Middle School, 21707
W. 14 Mile. Free; including free water. Info:
allinbirmingham.com or 248-530-1200.
saturday, july 21
ARTSAIL SUMMER FESTIVAL
11 am-5 pm, July 21. The ArtSail Co-op
presents an exhibition of works by more
than 30 juried local artists, live entertain-
ment and a silent auction to benefit art stu-
dents. At Santia Hall, 1985 Cass Lake Road,
Keego Harbor. Free admission and parking.
Info: artsailkeego.wixsite.com/info.
sunday, july 22
‘A WALK IN THE WOODS’
9:30-11 am, July 22. Themed walks are
held on Sundays through August, canceled
only for thunderstorms. Today: Stephanie
Zoltowski and Dave Sexton lead walk for
families with children having special needs.
They will take part in a nature scavenger
hunt, make nature sun-catchers and try a
nature-themed kosher snack. Wear closed-
toe shoes. Held on 250 wooded acres at the
JCC, West Bloomfield. Free, and no RSVP
is needed. Walk schedule: jccdet.org. Info:
Judy, 248-432-5470.
friday, aug. 3
CHARLEVOIX SHABBAT
7 pm, Aug. 3. Bloomfield Twp.-based
Temple Beth El is hosting an Up North
Shabbat service. Evening will start with a
nosh and shmooze. Participating TBE clergy
are expected to be Rabbis Mark Miller
and Megan Brudney and Cantor Rachel
Gottlieb Kalmowitz. At Charlevoix Band Shell
Amphitheatre. RSVP: Lindsey, lfoxwagner@
tbeonline.org or 248-851-1100.
saturday, aug. 4
MAKE A BLANKET DAY
1-5 pm, Aug. 4. Michigan charity Fleece
& Thank You invites volunteers to purchase
kits for making colorful, fleece blankets
on Blanket Day. Hospitalized children
will receive the blankets along with each
maker’s video message of support. The
goal for the day is 2,500 blankets. At
Airtime Trampoline Troy, 662 E. Big Beaver,
Troy. $24; purchase kit at crowdrise.com/
FTYBlanketDay18. Info: fleeceandthankyou.
org.
Various times, July 26-Aug. 5. Water Works Theatre Company presents its long-
running Shakespeare festival. The main show, Much Ado About Nothing, will have eight
evening performances through Aug. 5 ($25). The Comedy of Terrible Errors, a world pre-
miere by Don Zolidis, runs four days, July 28-Aug. 4 ($15). Water Works Teen Ensemble
presents its version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at three shows, July 28-30 (by
donation only). Students in grades 1-8 are invited to register now for KidsAct! Camp,
which runs July 30-Aug 4. At Jaycee-Starr Park, 1101 W. 13 Mile, Royal Oak. Bring a
blanket or lawn chair. The concessions stand will include craft beer, wine, popcorn and
other snacks. Schedule: ShakespeareRoyalOak.com or 248-399-3727.
JULY 14
Tot Shabbat
At The Zoo
10:30 am-noon, July
14. The Well and West
Bloomfield-based
Temple Israel are host-
ing a Shabbat service
suitable for young
families, including
songs and crafts. Bring
a picnic and blanket; snacks are provided. Afterward, explore the zoo at own pace. Meet
in the Detroit Zoo’s Pierson Lake Picnic Site, Royal Oak. Info: temple-israel.org or find
map on “Tot Shabbat at the Detroit Zoo” Facebook page.
JULY 18 Oak Park Farmers Market
9 am-1 pm, July 18-Sept. 26. Weekly
Wednesday market is an opportunity to
purchase local market goods from fresh
vegetables and fruits to baked goods and
spices. Includes live music, cooking demos
and nutrition/health info. Situated between
Oak Park Library, 14200 Oak Park Blvd., and
City Hall. Info: Laurie, lstasiak@oakparkmi.
gov or 248-691-7576.
sunday, aug. 19
J-CYCLE 8
8:25 am, Aug. 19. Jewish Historical Society
of Michigan is offering an all-new, 20-mile
bicycle tour of historic Detroit, including
seven historical stops. Faster rider group will
start at 8:25, then other groups of cyclists
will depart every 15 minutes between 8:30-
9 am. A post-tour picnic follows, also open
to non-riders. At Shed 6 of Eastern Market,
2934 Russell, Detroit. Free parking is avail-
able. Entrance fees vary. The number of rid-
ers accepted is limited. RSVP:
michjewishhistory.org.
tuesday, aug. 21
RUB-A-DUB
5:30 pm, Aug. 21. Randy Wertheimer will
be honored at annual fundraising event for
ORT’s Michigan Region. At Franklin Hills
Country Club, 31675 Inkster, Franklin. Tributes
& sponsorships are due by July 31. Info:
nmiller@ortamerica.org or 248-723-8860.
thursday, sept. 13
MINIGOLF FUNDRAISER
5:30 pm, Sept. 13. Kadima’s Tyler Howard
Minigolf Classic is a family fun event.
Southfield-based Kadima provides direct
services to individuals with mental health
challenges, as well as suicide prevention
and outreach activities. At Adventure Golf-
Royal Oak Golf Center. $18 for age 4 and
older; includes putt-putt golf, kids space
activity area, dinner and driving range.
RSVP: kadimacenter.org. Sponsorships:
michellem@kadimacenter.org or 248-663-
4343.
Esther Allweiss Ingber / Contributing Writer
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