…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 55 ARTS&LIFE POETRY A aron Dworkin, professor of Arts Leadership and Entrepreneurship in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance at the University of Michigan, takes pride in his many years of association with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. His award-winning career was launched as a violinist founding the Sphinx Organization in Detroit, which promotes the professional experiences of young artists. He has...…
…56 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 M onths before Inon Barnatan performs on the concert piano he helped choose in 2021 for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the pianist will devote a week to Ann Arbor. He will appear before audienc- es and work with students in programming sponsored by the University Musical Society. In a Sept. 28 appearance in Hill Auditorium, Barnatan will be part of a two-person show with Grammy-winning sopra- no Renée F...…
…their driveways. Even the Tube was completely shut down. We still went through with the concert to a half-full audience, and I was surprised there was any audience at all. “That was a bonding expe- rience for the quartet and me to play together and then go through an extraordinary jour- ney home. We always remem- ber that.” As Barnatan travels to con- cert halls around the world, he enjoys the chance to be part of new cultures. He s...…
…58 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 BROADWAY V. ANTISEMITISM, KOUFAX STATUE AND MUCH MORE Not long ago, I discovered a PBS (New York) series, and a program in that series, that has received virtually no attention in the media. The series is House Seats and the House Seats program is Broadway Responds to Anti-Semitism. You can access, for free, House Seats/Broadway Responds on every PBS app. There’s even a transcript of the program onli...…
…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 59 ART FAIR SET SEPT. 23-24 (SAT.-SUN.) Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair is set for downtown Birmingham. The art fair supports Common Ground, a local nonprofit that helps youths, adults and families in crisis. This event will showcase 100 juried art- ists and is ranked No. 91 in the Fine Art and Design Category in Sunshine Artist. Hours: Sept. 23 (Sat.), 10 am-6 pm, Sept. 24 (Sun.), 10 am-5 pm. H...…
…6 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 1942 - 2023 Covering and Connecting Jewish Detroit Every Week To make a donation to the DETROIT JEWISH NEWS FOUNDATION go to the website www.thejewishnews.com The Detroit Jewish News (USPS 275-520) is published every Thursday at 32255 Northwestern Highway, #205, Farmington Hills, Michigan. Periodical postage paid at Southfield, Michigan, and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: send changes to: ...…
…60 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 SPOTLIGHT Suit up for ‘Suitember’ D avid Elkus, owner of Baron’s Wholesale Clothiers in Farmington Hills and Todd’s Menswear in Royal Oak, has launched Suitember, a national partnership of men’s suit shops across the country. Suitember is designed to highlight both the benefits of dressing well and helping local charities in each store’s community. While “anything goes” dress codes have spread across the c...…
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…62 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 MITCHELL AUGUST, 80, of Farmington Hills, died Sept. 6, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Helene August; sons and daugh- ter-in-law, Scott and Anne August, Todd August, and Ryan August; grandchildren, Jared, Dylan, Christian and Savannah August. Mr. August was the loving grandfather of the late Steven August. Interment was at Machpelah Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Friendship Circle, Meer Fa...…
…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 63 Dedicated to Serving M arvin Wolf Cherrin, 89, passed away Sept. 10, 2023, in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He leaves behind a loving family and a legacy of duty, resilience, creativity, humor and love. Marvin received his early education in Detroit, attend- ing MacCulloch Elementary School, Durfee Intermediate School and Central High School. At 14, he joined Cherrin Brothers Co., his family’s whole- sal...…
…OBITUARIES OF BLESSED MEMORY 64 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 An Inspiration for Goodness Y ale Tolwin was an unassuming man whose kindness and irre- pressible zest for life made a pos- itive impact on anyone fortunate enough to cross his path. A dedicated teacher, devoted family man, fervent Zionist and devout Orthodox Jew, he exemplified the beliefs and values he held throughout his long and productive life. Mr. Tolwin, 97, of Glendale, ...…
…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 65 continued on page 66 continued from page 63 Everyone experiences loss differently. And while there is a certain structure in Jewish funerals and rituals, it’s important that it brings something meaningful to all. We understand that. And we treat your family’s wishes with all of the respect and compassion they deserve. From guiding the arrangements without pressure to the memorial service and the appe...…
…continued from page 65 OBITUARIES OF BLESSED MEMORY 66 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 continued on page 68 Doris and Arthur relocated to Ann Arbor in 1969. After Arthur’s passing in 1971, Doris worked at Kitchen Port, excelling at a 20-year career as a retail purchasing and mar- keting manager for cookware. In Ann Arbor, she also par- ticipated in a wide variety of clubs. After retiring, Doris ran the gift shop at Congregation Beth Israel...…
…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 67 Judaism embraces all facets of life . . . including death. Trust us to assist you with dignity and grace. Jewish Federation of Detroit Jewish Federation of Detroit Honors the Memory of Honors the Memory of Barbara Nusbaum 1935–2023 On Behalf of a Grateful Community On Behalf of a Grateful Community 23_EXE_JNAd_DeathNotice_Nusbaum.indd 1 …
…Laena Hoenig; many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Mr. Siegel was the loving brother of the late Gertrude and the late Wilfred Feldman, and the late Hilda Winsen; the dear brother-in-law of the late Sheldon Hoenig; the devoted son of the late Lena and the late Carl Siegel; and the loving son-in-law of the late Bella and the late Sander Hoenig. Interment was at Clover Hill Park Cemetery. Contributions ma...…
…SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 | 69 From the William Davidson Digital Archive of Jewish Detroit History accessible at thejewishnews.com Looking Back Wishing You a Meaningful Holiday Y om Kippur begins Sunday night, Sept. 24. This is the most serious High Holiday, the day when Jews make amends for past sins. It is the Day of Atonement — in Hebrew “yom” means day and “kippur” means atonement. I thought I’d check the William Davidson Digital ...…
…DETROIT JEWISH NEWS 32255 Northwestern Hwy. Suite 205, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 248-354-6060 thejewishnews.com SEPTEMBER 21• 2023 | 7 continued on page 7 Both sectors are in high demand in Michigan and refugees can fill these gaps. The report does uncov- er some areas of concern. Unfortunately, the underem- ployment rate (those who are working in jobs outside of their skill set and education) for ref- ugees is the highest, with 36.2%...…
…Just for Fun ACROSS 2 1984 Streisand film 4 Moses’ sister 6 Israeli marketplace 7 Where to worship 8 Chanukah heroes 11 Lot’s wife 13 Polish ghetto site 14 Charoset ingredient 15 To brag 16 Seder song Jewish Joke of the Week A man goes to his rabbi and asks, “Rabbi, why do you always answer a question with another question?” The rabbi replies, “Why shouldn’t I?” DOWN 1 JSL Apt. bldg. 2 A Brand of Israeli matzah 3 Egyptian dis...…
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…8 | SEPTEMBER 21 • 2023 PURELY COMMENTARY column Show Solidarity with American Reporter Evan Gershkovich, Jailed in Russia J ewish families are gathering together for the High Holidays, but in an otherwise flourishing community on the East Coast, one heartsick family of Jewish emigres from the Soviet Union will be missing their 31-year- old son. Ella and Mikhail Gershkovich, separately fled the Soviet Union during a perio...…
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…JULY 21 • 2022 | 3 PURELY COMMENTARY 4-9 Essays and viewpoints OUR COMMUNITY 10 From Slaughterhouse to Therapy Dog Meet Ichabod, an Alaskan Malamute therapy dog with a disability, who teaches everyone there’s more to life. 14 Clover Hill Cemetery Augments its Support Team Adding an Emotional Support Dog reaps benefits for bereaved and staff alike. 16 One Meal at a Time Fair Food Network repairs the w...…
…for openers A Boy and His Bicycle — A Love Affair (Part 1) W hen it came to learning how to ride a two-wheel- er, I was a late bloomer. But it wasn’t for lack of trying. Every spring, my dad would take off my training wheels and run behind me, hold- ing onto the back of my bike. And every year, when he would let go, I would imme- diately tumble to the grass on either side of the sidewalk. My hopes were yet again crushed. I migh...…
…6 | JULY 21 • 2022 essay Beer Sheba — Israel’s Innovation Capital B eer Sheba (known in Hebrew as Be’er Sheva) is not on most visitors’ itinerary to Israel, but once arriving at what was often regard- ed as a sleepy desert out- post in Israel’s socio-economic periphery, the visitor now finds Israel’s inno- vation capital. The capital of Israel’s Negev is developing a most impressive 650-acre innovation district that will conne...…
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…JULY 21 • 2022 | 9 Synagogues in West Michigan Thank you for recently high- lighting Jewish synagogues in West Michigan. These out-state Jewish communities have long been below the radar, and I was so glad to see their great work highlighted by the Jewish News. I was raised and lived in the Detroit area most of my life, but I also lived in both Grand Rapids (1984-90) and Kalamazoo (2013-20). In Grand Rapids, I was a mem- ber of A...…
…10 | JULY 21 • 2022 G ayle Ellias, 55, of White Lake was looking to rescue a new dog to bring home to complete her pack of dogs. “When I first saw pictures and videos of Ichabod, I paused and looked at him and thought, ‘he’s probably already adopted. ’” Even at the first glance of Ichabod, an Alaskan Malamute, Ellias knew there was something about him. She didn’t want just any dog; she had her heart set on saving a life. Little di...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 11 local resources to rescue and find new homes for dogs. “NDLB was the first organi- zation that really jumped out at me, ” she said. The nonprofit has sanctu- aries in Asia and has nearly 500 survivors in their care. It works on the ground with local activists “through emergency response, pulling dogs directly from slaughterhouses, dog meat trucks, wet markets and traf- fickers, ” NDLB states. “Our mission extends ...…
…12 | JULY 21 • 2022 kneecaps are not where they should be, putting him in a permanent squat position where he can’t straighten his back legs. “Through videos and pictures NDLB sent me, he acted as if he didn’t even have a dis- ability or suffer any pain from it, ” Ellias said. “He just seemed happy. ” That’s when Ellias realized it wasn’t about adopting a specific breed. “It was about being a really small part in a big movement. ” ...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 13 with people and loves kids, which was really quite a surprise, ” Ellias said. Whenever Ichabod is around kids, Ellias says he wants to meet them and interact with them. “He is patient and engaging, moving from one child to the next rather methodically after they pet him, ” she said. “He has a sense of when kids are nervous, and he stays back, yet seems to know when to engage with those wanting to touch him. ” Ellia...…
…K im Raznik, executive director of Clover Hill Park Cemetery, was looking for some sunshine to brighten up her family’s life — and there’s nothing quite like bringing home a new puppy to accomplish that goal. So, it was last January when Raznik, along with her two daughters, ages 15 and 18, wel- comed “Violet,” an 8-week-old English Cream Golden Retriever born in the hinterlands of Howell, into their Birmingham home. As a full-ti...…
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…16 | JULY 21 • 2022 OUR COMMUNITY T ikkun olam has always resonated with Oran B. Hesterman. The founder of Ann Arbor-based nonprofit Fair Food Network, which aims to grow community health and wealth through food, sees the Jewish concept of repairing the world as part of his civic duty. “The foundation of the work I do on food justice and really paying attention to social service is part of my background of being Jewish,” says Heste...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 17 has equal or equitable access to the healthful foods needed to lead a healthy life. “We founded the Fair Food Network to address these issues and creative positive solutions and models that can show how we can work with our food system differently,” Hesterman explains. Started as just an idea, Fair Food Network now operates with 40 staff and programs that reach across nearly every community in the state of Mic...…
…18 | JULY 21 • 2022 OUR COMMUNITY F rom gas to groceries, inflation is evident in the high cost of many goods and services. In June, the most recent month available for fed- eral data, the annual inflation rate was 9.1%. Gas prices were up 48.7% on a year-to-year basis but had dropped to an average cost of $4.79 per gallon on July 11 in Michigan (up from $3.17 a year ago). Fortunately, gas prices have begun to decline; however,...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 19 HIGHER GAS PRICES Yad Ezra delivers food to some clients — a service provided by volunteers on weekends. To date, volunteers have not expressed concern about fuel costs, according to Mechnikov. The agency pays JFS to deliver food to 300 families and indi- viduals during the week. “Jewish Family Service spends a lot of money every year ensuring that people can get to where they need to go, through 30,000 or so r...…
…20 | JULY 21 • 2022 A worldwide Jewish movement started right in Metro Detroit about 60 years ago. The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Metro Detroit was founded as the Birmingham Temple in 1963 by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine (1928-2007) and eight families seeking to establish a new temple in suburban Detroit. Under Rabbi Wine’s vision and leadership, members began to explore new ways to express their Judaism that were more cons...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 21 “They’re shorter, they’re in English, but we do sing Hebrew songs. Sometimes we adjust the words to famous songs, ” he said. CHJ consists of 180 membership units/ households and offers a voluntary, pay- what-you-can dues structure. CHJ’s youth education — the Spinoza Program — is named for a famous Jewish philosopher and skeptic, Baruch (Benedict) Spinoza. While providing an array of Jewish music, customs, holidays...…
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…24 | JULY 21 • 2022 OUR COMMUNITY T he American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, a nonprofit devel- oping philanthropic support for the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel, announced that four Detroit- area philanthropists have recently committed highly impactful gifts to support breakthrough research initia- tives. The American Committee recognizes these generous Michigan philanthropists for their ...…
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…26 | JULY 21 • 2022 G esher Human Services (formerly JVS + Kadima) is collabo- rating with Detroit’s College for Creative Studies (CCS) to offer Metro Detroiters with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to explore their artistic and fashion skills by designing clothing and accessories. Fashion Fridays & Wearable Art is the name for the new weekly program which began July 8 and is being held at CCS in Detroit...…
…JULY 21 • 2022 | 27 Congregation Shir Tikvah of Troy celebrated Pride on June 3, by hosting a Pride Shabbat service. Rabbi Alicia Harris led the service in their outdoor sanctuary and felt it was important to remind her congregants of those who came before us while showing love for the community. “It’s not just about rainbows and celebra- tion. It’s also a moment to remember all the people who fought for people to live exactly as who...…
…28 | JULY 21 • 2022 Campers at Hillel’s ECC Camp Funtabulous recently celebrated America from Sea to Shining Sea. The campers explored all things red, white and blue, and the many customs and traditions that make them proud to be Jewish Americans and American Jews. Most importantly, they talked about making the world a better place by help- ing others through acts of kindness. Campers decorated crowns and marched in the all-camp parade,...…
