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…12 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N O n July 27, the Mumford High School classes of 1964 and 1965 will gather at the Somerset Inn in Troy to celebrate the 60th anniversary of their graduation. Back in the day, the school was well known and easily identified by its powder blue brick exterior. As a matter of fact, “Sweet, Sweet, Powder Blue” was part of a popular school cheer. The original building was torn down in 2012, replaced with an update...…
…Holocaust museums are no strangers to acts of antisemitism. We teach how those acts, celebrated and reinforced at all levels of Nazi society, led to the murder of approximately six million Jews. The senseless scapegoating of Jews did not begin or end with the Holocaust. It's been happening for thousands of years, and while the pretext may change, the antisemitic motivation is the same. The month of June saw another example of scapegoatin...…
…14 | JULY 11 • 2024 even summer breaks couldn’t separate these two. “Our summers were spent happily employed at Camp Tamarack, ” Myles said. “Linda was a counselor, and I had a wide range of jobs including dishwasher, kitchen porter, baker’s assistant, salad chef and truck driver. One of my fellow kitchen porters was Alan Hitsky, formerly of the JN staff. ” Turns out the Lash family has an extraordinarily long history with the c...…
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…Y ou never know what will be the caveat to finding true love: In one case, it was a bride’s wish for the perfect processional that ignited another couple’s love story. When Paula and Jeff Lebowitz married in 1981, there were eight bridesmaids in the bridal party, including a certain Karen Hess, who’d grown up in the north end of Oak Park. Jeff had eight groomsmen, and Karen knew one of them, whom she’d attended camp with as a...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 17 J N were part of the bridal party, too, although the Soffins weren’t as fussy about how their bridal party was paired off. The wedding was memo- rable. “The ushers refused to ush because their shoes hurt them,” Karen said. “Then my bridal suite was robbed.” On their honeymoon cruise, they met another newlywed couple and bond- ed over wedding disasters. “We told them about our robbery, but their story was even wo...…
…18 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N C hildren came. Adults came. Families came. Couples and singles. The old, the young, and everyone in between came out to Congregation Beth Ahm to paint and draw and learn how to weave Hebrew letters into art-making with Washington, D.C.-based Hillel Smith. “There are many ways to find meaning in text and many ways to express what these texts and ideas mean, ” says Elissa Berg, who attended all of the adult s...…
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…20 | JULY 11 • 2024 renewal,” he says. An artist from a young age, Smith grew up in Los Angeles and studied graphic design in college. He loved learning from “multiple professors who emphasized the way politics, technology and historical con- vention impact the way things look. ” For more than a dozen years, he’s been teaching, painting murals-for-hire and making art from words and Hebrew letters. “Hebrew is the thread that connects ...…
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…JULY 11 • 2024 | 21 We’ve been fighting antisemitism and hate for over a century. Are you passionate about civil rights issues and combating antisemitism, domestic extremism and Holocaust denial? Do you know someone who would be interested in joining a nationwide network of dynamic leaders (ages 25–45) who share a passion to fight hate for good? If the answer is yes, then don’t wait — nominate someone or apply today for the Sills G...…
…22 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N G iving back is so good for the soul. When you volunteer in your community, you are making a direct impact on causes you care about, whether it’s food insecurity, animal welfare, saving the environment or something else entirely. As a volunteer, you can sign up for a one-time event or find something you enjoy on a regular basis. The possibilities are endless. Since Youth Arts Alliance’s founding in 201...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 23 Ooh la la! Sip, Savor & Tour You are invited to With the Paris games starting this month, we are getting into the Olympic spirit with a friendly rendezvous. Mingle with residents, enjoy light appetizers and live entertainment on the veranda, and tour our renovated apartment homes. People of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. Wednesday, July 24 AT 1:00 PM Meer Apartments 6760 W Maple Road, West Bloomfiel...…
…24 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N D uring his Depression- era run as one of the country’s most popu- lar radio personalities, Father Charles Coughlin spread antisemitic conspiracy the- ories, praised fascists and suggested Jews deserved the horrors of Nazi persecution. Now, nine decades later, his church is officially declaring him an antisem- ite — and educating visitors about his legacy of hate. Following renewed interest in Coughlin and t...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 25 J N In 1909, Hakoah Vienna’s Jewish soccer team formed in response to rising antisemitism. By the 1920s, the team had become European champions. When the Nazis annexed Austria in 1938, the team was confronted with the Holocaust. What followed was both a tragedy and a largely untold story of survival. Join scholar Michael Lower for an in-person presentation on the legendary team that defied hate to dominate the ga...…
…26 | JULY 11 • 2024 and activists attended a discussion on Jewish- Catholic relations held at the church, spearheaded by the local Jewish Community Relations Council/AJC and the Archdiocese of Detroit. The event was an attempt to heal the old wounds struck by Coughlin and by his remaining loyalists in the church. But many Jews in attendance were dismayed to find that, in the midst of interfaith dialogue in which even the Shrine...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 27 The Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak on May 31, 2022, before a “discussion of the Jewish-Catholic Relationship.” This event was co-sponsored by the Detroit JCRC/ AJC and the Archdiocese of Detroit. The Shrine was founded by Father Charles Coughlin, who had an antisemitic radio show in the 1930s. traditional Jewish blessing to mark special occasions. The new plaque went up in November, as antisemitism acr...…
…28 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N C oming off May, National Older Americans Month, JARC honored its older adults by reaffirming its commitment to serving the older adults in their communities. Bloomfield Hills-based nonprofit JARC, which serves adults with developmental disabilities in Oakland County, strives to provide the highest quality of direct care services tailored to the needs of each individual they serve. This year, that ser...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 29 J N shortened to make a wider pass way, electrical outlets were added and placed lower for wheelchair access. A new single oven reachable when in a wheelchair was added, and the cabinets were lowered for easy access. JARC CEO Shaindle Braunstein said, “The ideal for so many of us is to be able to age in place. The only way to make that pos- sible is to make spaces that are safe and accessible. At JARC, we bel...…
…30 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N A pproximately 750 people gathered at Hillel Day School’s Annual Gala, themed Israel and Hope, on May 19. In keeping with the theme, Ronen Meir, Hillel’s director of security, received the Rabbi Jacob E. Segal (z’l) Award for his more than 21 years of unwavering dedication and tireless efforts ensuring the highest level of safety and security at Hillel. Owen Alterman, Hillel Class of 1991 and senior diplo...…
…4 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N PURELY COMMENTARY essay Unexpected Bonus of Jewish Exhibit O n the first day of the exhibit, “In the Neighborhood: Everyday Life on Hastings Street, ” at the Detroit Historical Museum, I was greeted by a man wearing shorts and a Detroit Tigers baseball cap. He stood inside near some displays and looked around at the objects and the texts. “What is this? he asked in a booming voice. I explained that he ...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 31 J N A milestone in the robust Israeli new-car market was reached in April when BYD, a Chinese maker of battery-powered electric vehi- cles, became the first EV manu- facturer to achieve No. 1 status in terms of vehicles sold in the Jewish state. The monthly sales tally was notable for two reasons: first, EVs are becoming more and more prominent on Israeli road- ways; second, China — Israel’s second-leading trad...…
…32 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N T he 33rd annual Hank Greenberg Memorial Golf & Tennis Invitational last month at Franklin Hills Country Club was a star-studded event. There was groundbreaking ESPN, CBS Sports and now NBC Sports sportscaster Andrea Joyce, who was at the invitational to receive the Dick Schaap Memorial Award for Excellence in Media. The award was presented by Dick Schapp’s son Jeremy Schapp, an 11-time Emmy Award-winn...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 33 should not be in the Hall of Fame, he thinks Pete Rose should be despite his admission of betting on baseball games, Raider said. “Wade also said he attends the Hall of Fame induction in Cooperstown every year because of the Hall of Famers who came to his induction. That meant a lot to him,” Raider said. Boggs is legendary for stories told about him. He was more than happy to expound on the stories with guest...…
…S ome people “put their roots down” when they move to a new place. Jacob Gottlieb put his roots down in Metro Detroit’s Jewish com- munity when he was born, has grown within it and is here to stay as a strong asset to the com- munity. Gottlieb, 32, was born and raised in Metro Detroit and is a graduate of Hillel Day School, Frankel Jewish Academy and University of Michigan. Gottlieb is now the chief advancement officer at JARC in ...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 35 J N Another effort Gottlieb is proud of happened recently — the second annual JARC Ellen Labes Festival Series Carnival. The carnival, which takes place at Adat Shalom Synagogue, is specifically catered for individuals with developmental disabilities and sensory sensitivities. There were more than 700 people in attendance, Gottlieb says, more than half being adults with disabilities from the Jewish community...…
…36 | JULY 11 • 2024 A brutal murder, a missing masterpiece, a mystery only Gabriel Allon can solve … The Detroit Jewish Book Fair and Henry & Delia Meyers Library present New York Times bestselling author, Daniel Silva, in conversation with Lila Lazarus on Thursday, July 16, at 7 p.m., at the Berman Center for the Performing Arts, 6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Silva will discuss his newest book, A Death in Cornwall, the 24t...…
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…38 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N L ike many young professionals who venture to Los Angeles to build a career, Orchard Lake native and Hillel Day School graduate Cory Charlupski had a grand vision. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 2009 and later Loyola Law School in 2013, Charlupski, 37, pursued a lucrative career in real estate law, drafting real estate transactions totaling in the hundreds of millions. Still, something ...…
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…40 | JULY 11 • 2024 opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading brokers, including Fredrik Elkund of Million Dollar Listing New York and Mauricio Umansky of Buying Beverly Hills and Dancing with The Stars. However, it was a surprise opportunity that led Charlupski to once again eye Detroit and return home. BACK TO THE MOTOR CITY While giving a tour in Los Angeles to New York City-based Bruce Ehrmann of Douglas Elli...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 5 J N VOTE Aug 6th David Flaisher David Flaisher 36 year West Bloomfield resident and member of Adat Shalom Synagogue and The Shul For West Bloomfield Township Supervisor Initiated hazardous material collection days Ethics, integrity, transparency Protect woodlands & wetlands Repeal the "Recession Tax" Paid for by committee to elect David Flaisher for W. Bloomfield Twp Supervisor | Box 250182 W. Bloomfield, M...…
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…42 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N Y ou may have heard of “-core” trends that center around a specific niche, like cottagecore (accessorizing your home like a lake house) or balletcore (a style that emphasizes elegance, ballet flats and tulle). The latest “-core” trend sweeping the country is cafécore, the art of recreating the coffee shop vibe at home. Pinterest Predicts 2024 calls cafécore one of the hottest trends of the year. It’s abo...…
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…44 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N I t’s time to consider how you’ll use your outdoor spaces this year. Your backyard, patio, front lawn and garden aren’t just for outdoor activities. They are natural living areas that you can use to cook, eat, entertain and relax. Belgard wants to help you take your outdoor spaces to the next level. From eye-catching driveways to stunning patios and serene landscapes, the company offers an array of products ...…
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…46 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N H ow’s your office working for you? According to a recent survey from organizational solution brand Mind Reader, 86% of people see their workspace as having an impact on their happiness — which makes an organized office at home or at work essential to keeping a positive mood. If you’re setting up your workday in different spots at home throughout the day (18%), hunkering down at your dining table (17%)...…
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…48 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N G reen is having its moment this year in bath and kitchen design and decor. Whether dark, light or somewhere in between, these luscious hues are on trend right now, but they evoke a deep sense of nostalgia, optimism, style and panache. Kohler knows a bit about that. The kitchen and bath fixture giant was the first to bring bold, coordinated color into kitchens and bathrooms in the 1920s. In 1927, Kohler ...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 49 J N gasp when it saw Kohler bathrooms in living color. It set the design world on fire, with this country’s elite clamoring for color, color, color in their kitchens and baths, culminating in an exhibit of a color- coordinated Kohler bathroom at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1929. Last year, Kohler celebrated its 150th anniversary with a limited-edition Heritage Colors collection, and this year, that collec...…
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…52 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N A new art initiative for children has launched in Metro Detroit. Crayola Imagine Arts Academy, a franchise brought to Southeast Michigan by Sterling Heights-based Jewish husband-and- wife duo Dmitriy and Rita Feldman, has more than 50 art enrichment programs designed for kids ages 5 to 12. However, Crayola Imagine Arts Academy uses much more than just trademark Crayola Crayons, as the children’s bra...…
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…54 | JULY 11 • 2024 J N Celebrating 40 years in business, the Celebrating 40 years in business, the custom framing and art gallery opens custom framing and art gallery opens second storefront in Crosswinds Mall. second storefront in Crosswinds Mall. ART + FRAME Expands to West Bloomfield ASHLEY ZLATOPOLSKY CONTRIBUTING WRITER A s the Bloomfield Hills business was ready to expand, Jewish-owned custom framing and art gallery ART ...…
…JULY 11 • 2024 | 55 what we do to your neighbor- hood dentist. You don’t go to a different dentist every time. You find someone you like, and you stick with them for a lifetime. ” These relationships, Gordon says, are critical when it comes to trusting a business with irre- placeable items like artwork and heirlooms. As ART + FRAME celebrates its 40th anniversary, Gordon believes it’s a key reason the business has thrived and surviv...…
