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of self-love and wellness 
activities: unwind, learn 
about Tu b’Av, and treat 
yourselves to an afternoon 
in the park. At VFW Park, 
1545 E. Lincoln, Commerce. 
Hands-on crafts (tie-dye 
included), opportunities for 
mindful movement, Jewish 
learning, chair massages 
and refreshing seasonal 
snacks. After the event, 
Rabbi Jeff will lead a short 
bike ride to Lincoln Tap 
for happy hour. Subsidized 
tickets are available for $12 
per person. Register: jlive.
app/events/4926.

EXERCISES 
10:30-11:30 AM, JULY 31 
(MON.) 
Jim Berk hosts participants 
in person at Congregation 
Shaarey Zedek in Southfield 
for gentle stretching and 
exercises. Cost: $5 per 
person per session, payable 
directly to Jim Berk at the 
conclusion of each class. 
For additional information, 
call the synagogue office at 
248-357-5544.

‘SHAKESREARE’
8 PM, AUG. 1 (TUES.) 
Shakespeare Unplugg’d 
is a free program at The 

Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann 
Arbor. This night of fun and 
laughter lets the Michigan 
Shakespeare Festival 
company sing, dance, play 
music, juggle, improvise, 
tell great backstage stories 

and maybe even do a little 
Shakespeare.

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SPOTLIGHT

‘SHAKESREARE’
AUG. 1, 8 PM
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Kayco, in partnership 
with Whole Foods, 
announced the 
expansion of its 
kosher foods section 
across all Whole 
Foods stores. 
Recognizing the 
increasing trend 
among consumers 
seeking kosher 
certification as a 
product attribute, Kayco 
and Whole Foods 
have curated a range 
of products that cater 
to a wide variety of 
preferences. Alongside 
well-established brands 
like Gefen and Kedem 
(Organic Grape Juice), 
new additions such as 
Heaven and Earth bring 
fresh flavors and choices 
to the assortment.
The new collection 
also features all-natural 
candies from Harrison’s 

Sweet Shoppe, imported 
products from Israel, 
and traditional items 
like matzah, ensuring 
a diverse and inclusive 
offering. Notable 
inclusions are the 
Ethiopian Sesame 
Tahini from Haddar 
and a selection of 
traditional brands such 
as Manischewitz and 
Yehuda.
Moreover, Whole 
Foods now provides a 
comprehensive selection 

of gluten-free options, 
including Gluten Free 
Matzo, Broth, Candy, 
Cookies, Noodles, 
Cooking Wines, and 
Condiments. This 
expansion further 
solidifies Whole 
Foods as a one-stop 
destination for those 
seeking both Kosher 
and gluten-free 
products.
 With over 50 new 
items introduced, the 
enhanced Kayco Kosher 
Food Set at Whole Foods 
guarantees a delightful 
shopping experience for 
all customers. Whether 
you have specific dietary 
requirements or simply 
appreciate diverse 
culinary offerings, the 
expanded assortment is 
designed to cater to a 
wide range of tastes and 
preferences. 

Congressional Caucus on 
Black-Jewish Relations 
Reformed

On July 13, Reps. Debbie Wasserman 
Schultz (FL-25), Nikema Williams (GA-
05), and Wesley Hunt (TX-38) relaunched 
the Congressional Caucus on Black-Jewish 
Relations for the 118th Congress by 
bringing together members of Congress and 
representatives from leading organizations at 
an event co-hosted by the Anti-Defamation 
League, American Jewish Committee and 
the National Urban League. 
“Jewish tradition teaches that it is 
incumbent upon us to speak out and act 
against injustice. African American and 
Jewish communities have a long, shared 
history of confronting discrimination 
and racism in the United States, and the 
recent rise of white supremacy, bigotry and 
antisemitism poses a direct threat to both 
of our communities,” said Caucus Co-Chair 
Wasserman Schultz. “This Caucus will 
build upon our historic fight for a better, 
more peaceful world, while also raising 
awareness in Congress about the common 
issues facing our communities. My hope 
is that generations to come will live in 
an America with unity and harmony and 
without antisemitism, racism, intolerance 
and hatred.” 

More Kosher Options at Whole Foods