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have our voices heard. We,
too, deserve to show our
support and to strengthen
and encourage our Jewish
homeland. More than that —
we also need to be supported!
After a long time of being
isolated, silenced and con-
cerned for our safety (I mean,
what other religious commu-
nity needs to increase security
in its schools and houses of
worship?) this is our chance
to come together and be there
for one another, and for Israel.
This Yom HaAtzmaut event
will be the best expression
of unity, solidarity and resil-
ience, and above all — our
hope that things will be OK.
In Israel, and here.
Lior Zisser-Yogev is the community
shlicha through the Jewish Federation
of Detroit.
DETAILS
Walk the Zoo
We’ll start with an opening
ceremony and then walk the zoo
for Israel at our own self-guided
pace.
There will be plenty to see and
do along the way including:
• A food tent with all your Israeli
favorites (dietary laws observed)
• A community fair with Israel-
themed crafts, games and more
• A scavenger hunt led by
our Shinshinim with prizes for
everyone
• And, of course, access to most
of the zoo’s indoor and outdoor
habitats
Cost is $18 per adult; $7 per
child 4-17; children under 4 are
free. Get tickets at jlive.app/
events/7660.
Security will be provided by
Jewish Community Security Inc.
(JCSI) in partnership with law
enforcement agencies.