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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.