February 28 • 2019 39 jn 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. people | places | events on the go continued on page 40 Editor’s Picks 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