on the go continued from page 41 wednesday, aug. 22 ‘PLURALISM & PRAYER’ 1-2:30 pm, Aug. 22. The next “Drop In and Learn” video program, recorded at the 2018 American Jewish Committee Global Forum in Jerusalem, features AJC Committee Board of Governors Chair Harriet Schleifer and former Knesset Member Rachel Azaria, a candidate for mayor of Jerusalem. They will address Jewish pluralism in Israel and the power of the Orthodox rabbinate. At Cong. Beth Ahm, 5075 W. Maple, West Bloomfield. Free, and no RSVP is necessary. Info: nancyellen879@att.net or 248-737-1931. JCC MOVIE MATINEE 1-2:30 pm, Aug. 22. The Active Life Program shows Monkey Business: Story of Curious George’s Creators. At the JCC, West Bloomfield. Free. Info: Rosa, rchessler@jccdet.org or 248-432-5467. thursday, aug. 23 EXAMINING LIFE & DEATH 7 pm. Aug. 23. “Death Over Dinner, Jewish Edition: Death, Rebirth and Sacred Comfort.” A meal and discussion with Rabbi Yonatan Dahlen, in partnership with REBOOT. At Cong. Shaarey Zedek, 27375 Bell Road, Southfield. Free. Info: Hilary, 248-357-5544. thursday, aug. 23 MOVIE ON THE GREEN Starts at dusk, Aug. 23. The comedy Spaceballs will be shown. Outdoors at the JCC, West Bloomfield. Free. Info: jccdet.org or 248-661-1000. friday, aug. 24 IRP KNOSH & KNOW 10:45 am, Aug. 24. “The Challenges and Opportunities of Civil Discourse: Through the Lens of the Jewish State.” The lecturer is Rabbi Asher Lopatin of Kehillat Etz Chayim of Detroit and director of Detroit National Center for Civil Discourse. At Cong. Beth Shalom, 14601 W. Lincoln, Oak Park. $5, or free for IRP or Beth Shalom member. No RSVP is needed. Info: irp@jccdet.org or 248- 432-5406. END-OF-SUMMER SHABBAT 6 pm, Aug. 24. Wine and cheese plus an ice cream truck before the final Music Shabbat of the summer at 7. A tie-dying activity will follow the service; bring a plain white T-shirt to participate. At Temple Beth El, 7400 Telegraph, Bloomfield Twp. RSVP: Danielle, dgordon@tbeonline.org or 248-851-1100. SHABBAT ROCKS: FAMILY EDITION 6 pm, Aug. 24. Bring a dairy/parve picnic meal, blanket and stay for dinner immedi- ately following the Kabbalat Shabbat ser- vice. Beverages and popsicles are provided. In Outdoor Plaza at Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt, Farmington Hills. Free. Info: adatshalom.org or 248-851-5100. 42 August 16 • 2018 jn BIRMINGHAM MOVIE NIGHT 7:30 pm, Aug. 24. Pre-show entertain- ment is followed at dusk with screening of The Incredibles. Children dressed up as their favorite superhero will receive a prize. At Booth Park, Old Woodward at Harmon, Birmingham. If inclement weather, movie will be shown at Berkshire Middle School, 21707 W. 14 Mile. Free; including free water. Info: allinbirming- ham.com or 248-530-1200. saturday, aug. 25 SOULFUL YOGA 10 am, Aug. 25. Body and soul are con- nected as Rabbi Rachel Shere applies the wisdom of Torah to the gentle practice of yoga. Mindy Eisenberg is the instructor. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat if possible. At Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt, Farmington Hills. Free. No RSVP is necessary. Info: adatshalom.org or 248- 851-5100. August 23 THRILLING THURSDAYS 10-11:30 am, Aug. 23 & 30. Drop-in playtimes for children up to age 5, attending with favorite adults. Each week will include gross motor play, crafts, games, stories and snacks. Today’s theme: “Superhero Day.” Come dressed as your favorite hero and meet Spiderman. At Cong. Shaarey Zedek, 27375 Bell Road, Southfield. Info: Kelli, 248-357-5544. sunday, aug. 26 ELUL LEARNING 9:30 am, Aug. 26. Rabbi Aaron Bergman and Hazzan Daniel Gross will co-lead a spe- cial edition of “Meditation & Mindfulness.” The program is intended to help participants find their “internal spirituality” and real- ize that Judaism and the upcoming High Holidays can lead to happier, more fulfilling lives. At Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt, Farmington Hills. Free. Info: adatshalom.org or 248-851-5100. SONG & SPIRIT ART 10 am-6 pm, Aug. 26. Handmade tiles will be sold at art show to benefit Royal Oak- based Song & Spirit Institute of Peace. The organization encourages people from dif- ferent faith traditions to engage together in creative service, through education, music, art and social outreach programs. At Art on the Lake, 1750 Brentwood Drive, Troy. Info: songandspirit.org. AUTOIMMUNE WALK 1-5 pm, Aug. 26. Annual 5K walk is held to raise awareness, to honor and support those dealing with autoimmune diseases, and to help fund innovative research. Afternoon also will offer speakers, exhibitors, giveaways and entertainment. At Milliken State Park & Harbor, 1900 Atwater, Detroit, on the Detroit River Walk. RSVP: autoimmunewalk.org or walk@aarda.org. Info: 586-776-3900. MUSIC@MAIN 3-4:15 pm, Aug. 26. Doors open at 2:30 for Baba Yaga’s Stew. The group, composed of three women, has “tunes boiling and bub- bling from all over the world.” The musicians are veterans of the contra dance world and Chicago and Indianapolis music scenes. Ken Knoppow chairs the monthly series. At West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library, 4600 Walnut Lake Road. Free. Info: 248-232-2234 or www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org. AUGUST 26 AUGUST 28 ‘A WALK IN THE WOODS’ SEE DETROIT MURALS 9:30-11 am, Aug. 26. Final themed walk of the season will be canceled only for a thunderstorm. Today: “West Bloomfield Parks Hosts Animals in Our Woods.” Ages 13 and older are invited to program with parks naturalist Lauren Azoury. Wear closed-toe shoes. Held on 250 wooded acres at the JCC, West Bloomfield. Free, and no RSVP is needed. Info: jccdet.org or Judy, 248-432-5470. 2 pm, Aug. 28. “Murals & More, and Even an Ice Cream Store.” Day trip with Linda Yellin’s Feet on the Street Tours. Bus departure at 12:30 pm from West Bloomfield JCC and 1 pm from Prentis JSL Apartments, 15100 W. 10 Mile, Oak Park. $18. RSVP: Rosa, 248-432-5467. BACK TO SCHOOL BASH 4-6:30 pm, Aug. 26. Families with young chil- dren are invited to celebrate a new year with Temple Shir Shalom’s The Learning Center Preschool. The event will include crafts, water activities, bounce house, music and dinner. At TLC, 2075 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Info: shirshalompreschool.com or 248-406- 4255. Esther Allweiss Ingber / Contributing Writer Send items at least 10 to 14 days in advance to calendar@thejewishnews.com.