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THURSDAY, FEB. 28
POTTERY CLASS
11 am-1 pm, Feb. 28. At JCC 6600 W. 
Maple, West Bloomfield. This class for 
adults is taught by Allison Berlin. Cost $15. 
Info: 248-432-5467.

BERMAN NIGHT OF LEARNING
7 pm, Feb. 28. “Talmud for Everyone: 
A Crash Course in Studying Our Most 
Important Texts” with Rabbi Yonatan 
Dahlen. At Shaarey Zedek in Southfield. 
Info: 248-354-5477.

MEDIA MANIPULATION
7 pm, Feb. 28. At the Maple Theater in 
Bloomfield Hills. Federation, in partnership 
with Beth Ahm and MCUSY, will host the 
showing of the documentary film Like. It 
will discuss the impact of social media on 
our lives. Free event, but seating is limited. 
RSVP to Amy Wayne, 248-203-1483 or 
awayne@jfmd.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 1
YIOP RERSERVATIONS DUE 
Reservations are due for March 10 Young 
Israel of Oak Park annual dinner, which 
will honor 2019 Eton Academy graduate 
Eli Klausner, along with other high school 
seniors, at the synagogue, 15140 W. 10 
Mile. Guest: Michigan State Supreme Court 
Justice Richard Bernstein. Tickets are $150 
per person; sponsorship opportunities are 
available. Info: 248-967-3655 or yiop.org. 

PRIDE SHABBAT 
7-9:30 pm, March 1. At the Berkley 
Masonic Temple, 2290 11 Mile Road. 
Celebrate Shabbat with fellow members 
of the Jewish LGBTQ+ community. Queer-
identifying Rabbi Rebecca Walker will lead 
an inclusive service before a delicious 
catered vegetarian Friday night dinner. 
This is a 21+ event intended for young 
adults ages 21 to 45. Allies are welcome. 
Sponsored by NEXTGen Detroit Pride, 
OneTable and The Well. $8. Register on the 
NEXTGen Detroit Facebook page. 

SATURDAY, MARCH 2
NASHVILLE HURRICANE
8-10 pm, March 2. At the Berman 
Center for the Performing Arts. “Nashville 
Hurricane with Chase Padgett” is a one-
man guitar epic. A manager, a mentor, 
a mother and a guitar prodigy tell their 
versions of what happened to the legend-
ary fretboard phenomenon known as the 
Nashville Hurricane. Contact the Berman 
Box-Office, 248-661-1900, or theberman@
jccdet.org for ticket information. 

SUNDAY, MARCH 3
MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS
9:30 am, March 3. Adults of all ages are 
invited to join Rabbi Aaron Bergman at Adat 
Shalom Synagogue. The class is designed 
to help individuals find internal spirituality 
and realize that Judaism can increase hap-
piness. The community is welcome. Free. 
Info: call 248-851-5100.

TECH CONNECT WORKSHOP
12:30 pm, March 3. Adat Shalom teen 
volunteers will donate time to help adult 
learners better understand the use of 
iPhones and iPads. The workshop is at the 
synagogue. Registration is required. Lunch 
is available at noon for $5 per person. 
RSVP: Jodi Gross at 248-851-5100 or 
jgross@adatshalom.org.

SIB4SIB FUNDRAISER
4-7 pm, March 3. Sib4Sib is designed to 
create a support system for siblings of chil-
dren struggling with mental health (ADHD/
ADD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum 
Disorder, Emotional Impairment, etc.). One 
of the main goals is to provide a safe space 
for siblings to express their emotions and 
be around other people who understand 
what they are living with. This fundraiser 
will allow the continuation of programs 
to participants free of charge. Cost of 
event: $20 per person, includes bowling, 
shoes, pizza, pop and 1 raffle entry; $15 
for non-bowlers, includes pizza, pop and 
1 raffle entry. At 8265 Richardson Road, 
Commerce Township. Info: 248-496-0604.

MONDAY, MARCH 4
RSVP DUE FOR ‘
JEWISH MUSIC’
RSVP due for March 7 presentation at 
Adat Shalom Synagogue, led by Margery 
Jablin, which will feature stories of 
Michigan’
s Jewish founding “mothers,” 
examples of women whose contributions 
help make Michigan a culturally rich and 
diverse state, and inspiring stories of 
women and men who made great sacri-
fices in order to better our world. Free; the 
community is welcome. Co-sponsors Adat 
Shalom and the Jewish Historical Society. 
RSVP to jgross@adatshalom.org or 248-
851-5100.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5
BOOK OF SERMON
10-11:30 am, March 5. At the Jewish 
Community Center, 6600 W. Maple, West 
Bloomfield, FedEd will present, for eight 
sessions, Rabbi Rob Dobrusin discussing 
some of his favorite sermons, based on his 
book The Long Way Around: Stories and 
Sermons from a Life’
s Journey. Tuition: 
$155, includes book.

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MARCH 1-10

A CELEBRATION 
OF STEPHEN SONDHEIM

Stagecrafters proudly presents 
Sondheim on Sondheim on 
Stagecrafters 2nd Stage. Part 
musical revue, part documentary, 
Sondheim on Sondheim gives an 
intimate portrait of famed songwrit-
er Stephen Sondheim in his own 
words and music. Through archival 
video footage and live musical per-
formances, the show pays tribute to 
the life and genius of the legendary 
songsmith. Music director and 
accompanist Marty Mandelbaum 
of Berkley says a range of pop-
ular hits will be included as well 
as lesser-known selections from 
Sondheim’
s body of work, such as 
“Comedy Tonight,” “Something’
s 
Coming” and “Send in the Clowns.” 
Tickets are $20 and available at 
Stagecrafters.org or by calling 248-
541-6430.

MARCH 2

WOMEN’
S SELF-DEFENSE

The Farmington Hills/Farmington 
Emergency Preparedness 
Commission will present a wom-
en’
s self-defense seminar on 
Saturday, March 2, from 9 a.m. to 
noon at the Costick Center, 28600 
11 Mile Road between Middlebelt 
and Inkster. Participants will learn 
how to protect themselves and 
their families in a non-intimidat-
ing, supportive environment; no 
previous experience is required. 
Instruction will be provided by a 
team of senior instructors headed 
by Grand Master David Swartz, an 
Eighth Degree Black Belt who has 
taught self-defense skills for over 
40 years. The event will be active 
and hands-on, so participants 
should wear comfortable clothing 
and be prepared to share their 
self-defense-related questions and 
concerns. The seminar is free and 
open to all women ages 13 and 
older. Donations will be accepted 
at the door for the Farmington 
Family YMCA’
s annual campaign, 
which helps community members 
who might not have the financial 
means to pay for programs and 
services such as advocacy, athlet-
ics, fitness classes and more. To 
register, call the Costick Center at 
248-473-1800.

MARCH 3
ANTIQUE APPRAISALS
The Rochester-Avon Historical Society will 
host its 26th annual Antique Appraisal Day on 
Sunday, March 3, from noon to 4 p.m. at the 
Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow. 
There will be nine appraisers on hand to 
evaluate everything from antique art and dolls 
to writing instruments and violins. Similar to 
PBS’
 Antiques Roadshow, Antique Appraisal 
Day gives attendees the opportunity to learn 
more about their treasured heirlooms and 
vintage items. Admission is free; appraisals 
are $5 per item. Limit five items per person 
and cash-only payments. Parking is free and 
complimentary refreshments will be available 
throughout the afternoon. For 
information, 
visit rochesteravonhistoricalsociety.org or call 
248-688-2434.

MIKE HANSON

