I
n a city defined by its resil-
ience, the Grand Ballroom of
Detroit’s Renaissance Center
shimmered with hope and unity
at Yeshiva Beth Yehudah’s Annual
Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 3. It was
an evening where over 2,500
people from every corner of
Michigan gathered — not just to
celebrate but to share in something
deeply human: the act of coming
together to support each other.
The theme of unity wasn’t merely spo-
OUR COMMUNITY
ON THE COVER
Unity
An Evening
An Evening
of
of
Yeshiva Beth Yehudah’s
Annual Dinner brings
Detroiters together.
JN STAFF
8 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024
ABOVE: There was an esteemed dais of political,
business and religious leaders from across the nation.
RIGHT TOP: Matt and Nicole Lester were feted by
friends, family and dignitaries, including Sen. Debbie
Stabenow and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, for their
extraordinary contributions to the community.
RIGHT: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s remarks spoke
to the evening’s spirit of unity and hope.
ANDREW POTTER
SHAWN SCOTT