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OUR COMMUNITY
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Inspiration. Innovation. Inclusion.
Yeshiva Beth Yehudah hosts Statewide
Special Education Symposium to spark
innovation, encourage collaboration and
share how others can emulate their
successful programs for children with
varying abilities.
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Campus Chaos in Ann Arbor
Increasing anti-Israel protests leave
students angry and feeling unsafe.
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Pesach on Campus
Students at Wayne, Oakland and U-M
grapple with finals during Passover.
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Are You a Penguin Person?
Volunteer opportunities are available at
the Detroit Zoo, among other worthy
organizations.
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100 Years of BBYO
Save the date for centennial reunion May 2.
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New Exhibit Honors Jewish
War Veterans
The People Behind the Posts opens at the
Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan
Jewish Heritage.
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A Shining Star
Friends and colleagues gather to
celebrate the life of Dr. Guy Stern.
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No Wrong Numbers
God had a plan for this set of seven digits.
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A Full Shabbos Table
But there’s always room for one more,
says Abby Wolfson.
FACES&PLACES
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Michigan Snowbirds Gather in
Florida for Exclusive FIDF Event
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Royal Oak Chabad’s Purim in Israel
SPORTS
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Pickleball Prowess
At age 84, Bob Tarnow is playing America’s
fastest-growing sport and other sports, too.
BUSINESS
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Providing Self-Care Solutions
Israeli brings his heatable products
company to Michigan.
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Here’s To
PASSOVER
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Fun Passover Activities
Visit PJ Library’s Passover Hub for ideas
to engage your kids.
MOMENTS
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Mazel Tov!
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SPIRIT
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Torah Portion
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The Price of Free Speech
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Synagogue Directory
ARTS&LIFE
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‘The Inflamed Ashkenazi’
Michael Rapaport: live and
uncensored in the D.
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A Nutty Role
Amanda Buchalter takes on
the role of a squirrel in this
dark comedy presented by
the Tipping Point Theatre.
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Just for Fun
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Celebrity News
EVENTS
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Community Calendar
ETC.
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Dog of the Week
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The Exchange
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Obituaries
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Looking Back
ON THE COVER:
Cover photo/credit: Yeshiva students and
brothers Zevy (age 9) and Dovid (age 4)
Berman. Printed with parents’ permission.
Cover design: Kelly Kosek
Shabbat Lights
Shabbat starts:
Friday, April 12, 7:53 p.m.
Shabbat ends:
Saturday, April 13, 8:57 p.m.
* Times according to
Yeshiva Beth Yehudah
alendar.
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