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THURSDAY, JAN. 17
POTTERY CLASS
11 am-1 pm, Jan. 17. At JCC, 6600 W. 
Maple, West Bloomfield. The class for 
adults is taught by Allison Berlin. Cost: 
$15. Info: 248-432-5467.

LITERATURE SYMPOSIUM
1:30-6:30 pm, Jan. 17. At the Rackham 
Building in Ann Arbor, the University 
of Michigan Frankel Center for Judaic 
Studies will host Judaic Studies faculty, 
graduate students and authors Maya Arad, 
Dory Manor, Ruby Namdar and Moshe 
Sakal. Discussion focus: the meaning of 
writing Hebrew today in Israel and around 
the world, and the contacts between 
Hebrew and other languages. The front 
entrance of Rackham, located on East 
Washington, is accessible by stairs and 
ramp. There are elevators on both the east 
and wends ends of the lobby. The assem-
bly hall is on the fourth floor. If you have a 
disability that requires an accommodation, 
contact judaicstudies@umich.edu or 734-
763-9047.

BERMAN NIGHT OF LEARNING
7 pm, Jan. 17. “Tu b’
Shevat: Torah, Trees 
and Tenacity” will be discussed by Rabbi 
Ariana Silverman. At Shaarey Zedek in 
Southfield. Info: 248-357-5544.

SUPREME INJUSTICE
7:30 pm, Jan. 17. Paul Finkelman, pres-
ident of Gratz College in Philadelphia, 
will speak at Jewish Ferndale, 1725 
Pinecrest Drive, Ferndale. Topic: “How 
the Supreme Court Protected Slavery and 
How Historians have Protected the Image 
of the Court.” 

FRIDAY, JAN. 18
BIM BOM BABY ART
10-11 a.m. At Shir Shalom in West 
Bloomfield. This program, open to the 
whole community, is for babies through 
4-year-olds with a special adult. Moms, 
dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents and 
nannies — come to celebrate Shabbat 
with the rabbis, braid challah, sing songs 
with the cantor and make new friends! 
RSVP to Julie Flashner, julie@shirshalom.
org or 248-406-4255 

SHABBAT APPELLA
5 pm, Jan. 18. At Adat Shalom in 
Farmington Hills. The beautiful melodies of 
Kabbalat Shabbat are presented in intri-
cate a cappella harmony, allowing you to 
participate in the spirituality of this special 
service to welcome Shabbat. Open to the 
community.

DSO SALSA DANCE PARTY
9:30 pm-12:30 am, Jan. 18. The 
DSO’
s 13th salsa event features local 
award-winning Latin dance instructor 
Mambo Marci Iwrey, who teaches a one-
hour beginners salsa class (no partner 
needed); followed by live salsa band, 
Wesley Reynoso’
s Afro-Latin Ensemble, 
and DJ Isaac. The Cube at Max M. & 
Marjorie S. Fisher Center, 3711 Woodward, 
Detroit 48201. Mambo Marci is offering 
Jewish News readers her discount code 
“mambomarci,” online only. Tickets & info 
at dso.org or reach Mambo Marci through 
mambomarci.com or 248-497-9463.

TOT SHABBAT
5:45 pm, Jan. 18. At Temple Emanu-El in 
Oak Park. For infants through 2nd-grade 
children followed by a complimentary 
meal. A child-friendly Shabbat experience 
with Rabbi Matt Zerwekh, Cantorial Soloist 
Kelly Onickel and more. 14450 W. 10 Mile 
Road, Oak Park. RSVP to TempleFamily@
emanuel-mich.org.

SATURDAY, JAN. 19
SHABBAT SHIRAH
9 am, Jan. 19. A special musical service 
for the Sabbath of Song at Shaarey Zedek 
in Southfield. The CSZ Choir will sing and 
Hazzan David Propis will deliver the ser-
mon on aspects of Jewish music.

MDM DANCE PROJECT
7-9 pm, Jan. 19. At the Berman Center 
for the Performing Arts. Contact the 
Berman Box-Office, 248-661-1900 or 
theberman@jccdet.org for ticket informa-
tion.

MOTOWN DANCE PARTY
7 pm, Jan. 19. At Shaarey Zedek in 
Southfield. The community is invited 
to enjoy the live Motown music of the 
Detroit All-Stars. $36 per person includes 
appetizers by Annabel Cohen, adult bev-
erages and dancing. Hosted by the Empty 
Nesters, all are welcome. RSVP to 
shaareyzedek.org or 248-357-5544.

SUNDAY, JAN. 20
HEBREW CLASSES
1 pm, Jan. 20. Two levels of Hebrew 
classes, beginners and intermediate, will 
be taught in four consecutive Sundays 
at Jewish Ferndale, 1725 Pinecrest 
Drive, Ferndale. The beginners’
 classes 
are at 1 pm, followed by intermediate 
at 2:15 pm. Classes will be taught by 
Dvorky Kaplan. Cost for the series is $50. 
Required pre-registration can be made at 
Jewishferndale.com. Info: 247-798-5082.

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MLK Peace Walk

The city of Southfield and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force will host 
the 34th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Peace Walk Celebration on 
Monday, Jan. 21, beginning at 9 a.m. at Hope United Methodist Church, 26275 
Northwestern Highway. This year’
s theme is Celebrating Diversity in honor of 
Southfield’
s rich history of cultural and religious diversity and inclusion. The peace 
walk is followed by an 11 a.m. program at the Southfield Pavilion, located in the 
Southfield Municipal Complex at 26000 Evergreen Road. This year’
s program will 
feature Master of Ceremonies Roop Raj from Fox 2 News and a keynote address 
by Southfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Green as well as the “Star 
Spangled Banner” performed by Cantor David Propis of Congregation Shaarey 
Zedek. The program will also include the presentation of the 2019 MLK Community 
Service Award, the MLK Youth Service Awards and the Greg Kennedy Community 
Service Award. 

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JAN. 19 Ice Garden at Campus Martius

It’
s opening day for the Ice Garden, which will feature a variety of expertly craft-
ed and lighted ice sculptures. On-site ice carving demonstrations also will take 
place during the festival. The Ice Garden is located in Cadillac Square and in the 
Esplanade. Also enjoy marshmallow roasting, family fun activities, food trucks, free 
ice skating and live music. The fun starts at 11 a.m.

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. TASK FORCE

JAN. 19 Royal Oak Toy Show 

Don’
t miss this fun event for the family from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at at the Royal Oak Farmers 
Market (316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak). See more than 50 vendors of antique toys 
featuring the most popular and well-maintained items, including the most sought-after 
pieces: Transformers, slot cars, Hot Wheels, robots, video games, and 1980s and 1990s 
toys. All memorabilia is reasonably priced, authentic and well-conditioned — most rang-
ing in price from a few dollars to $100. Bring your own antique toys and collections for 
free appraisals. 
Admission is $5, and kids 12 and under are free with parents. Food and 
free parking will be available at the Farmers Market.

