January 17 • 2019 31 jn 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. editor's picks 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. JAN. JAN. 21 21 continued on page 32 people | places | events on the go 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.