…Michigan’s First Klezmer Festival All music lovers are invited to celebrate Klezmer and Yiddish culture. See page 56 $200 Aug. 29-Sept. 4, 2024 / 25 Av – 1 Elul, 5784 JEWISH NEWS THE DETROIT thejewishnews.com …
…10 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N L abor is on the March!” Over the past few years, this union slogan from the 1930s could describe the current status of America’s Labor Movement, commonly referred to as just “Labor.” Last year, despite the strong job market and trend toward higher wages, over 500,000 American workers walked off the job from their places of work in nearly 500 different strikes. This was the largest wave of union str...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 11 J N continued on page 12 membership has been relatively stable for the past few years, the percentage of the U.S. workers belonging to a union has steadily declined since its peak in the 1950s. In that decade, about 30% of the American workforce were organized. In 1980, the rate was about 20%; today, it is about 11%. However, this number still represents a sizable chunk of the U.S. workforce, about 14 million...…
…12 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 union associated with the CIO. Its first major victory was a landmark sit-down strike in GM plants in Flint in 1936-37, perhaps the most important event in American Labor history. Auto workers “sat down,” refused to work or to leave the Fisher Body #2 plant, despite GM cutting off the water and power to the factory. Union wives, brothers, children and friends provided the strikers with food, water and blanke...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 13 state over the past two decades and a key leader for Michigan’s labor movement. Jewish Americans are still prominent in American Labor. The president of the national AFT, one of the larger unions in the AFL-CIO, is Randi Weingarten. The secular Jewish Labor Committee is still operating. And there are still plenty of Jews occupying the most important level of the labor movement: individual union membership. ...…
…14 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N I t’s a tradition for the Democrats of South Oakland County (DSOC) — encompassing party members from Oak Park, Huntington Woods, Royal Oak Township and Berkley — to hold a summer picnic. Approximately 100 members and guests were gathered on Aug. 15 to enjoy another pleas- ant evening in Oak Park’s David H. Shepherd Park. Then, like a thunderstorm on the horizon, a small group of Anti-Israel protesters em...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 15 J N T he Adult Education Committee at Temple Emanu-El in Oak Park will welcome Barbara McQuade to speak on an important topic as election season nears — how disinformation is sabotaging America. The in-person event at Temple Emanu-El takes place Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. McQuade is a law professor at the University of Michigan, where she teaches courses in criminal law, national security, civil liberties and data pr...…
…16 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N W hen Dan Brotman began his position as executive direction of the Windsor Jewish Federation and Community Centre in 2020, the community’s demographics were discouraging. From an estimated high of 2,300-3,000 in the 1930-50s, Windsor’s Jewish population had dwindled to about 1,200, many of whom are elderly. Some had left to larger cities such as Toronto or to warmer climates in the U.S. Brotman felt that so...…
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…18 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 O nce upon a time, more than 100 years ago, in the far away land of Akron, Ohio, lived a little girl named Gittel Kahan. Gittel’s parents, Emil and Mary, owned a store on Main Street where young Gittel would sell the Akron Beacon Journal in front of the building. Less than a mile away from Main Street stood Grace Elementary School. Gittel looked forward to attending school with the other neighborhood chi...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 19 publishing house to pick up a new printing of the book I’d recently written about Northland Mall. Then I wanted to visit the place Grace called “home.” Alas, I knew the school had been demolished long ago, but I’d seen photos of the historical marker that was planted at the site. I decided to drive around where the school stood proudly for so many years. Ironically, I spotted a street called Oak Park Drive. I...…
…20 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 I nspired by their fathers, who work in business and/or finance, Frankel Jewish Academy rising juniors Louie Kowalsky, 15, Aiden Felhandler and Aaron Schuchman, both 16, took it upon themselves to dive into the same entrepreneurial spirit as their parents. During their sophomore year at the academy, the trio of friends launched Oakland Event Rentals, which offers a Skittles vending machine for rent for event...…
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…26 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 HIGH VELOCITY SPORTS 46245 Michigan Ave. Canton, MI 48188 hvsports.com (734) 487-7678 High Velocity Sports is Canton’s premier sports venue. In addition to hosting sports leagues, clinic, and camps, HVS is also an entertain- ment hot spot for corporate outings, bar/bat mitzvahs and community events. Call Elaine Matthews at (734) 487-7678 for more info on a stress- free experience. We’d love to host your next eve...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 27 The Dog Days of Summer are Fading... 2 7 5 S . O L D W O O D W A R D A V E , B I R M I N G H A M , M I 4 8 0 0 9 But the Real Estate market is still hot! …
…28 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 FINANCIAL BERNARD WEALTH MANAGEMENT 360 N. Main St., Suite 430 Royal Oak, MI 48067 (248) 556-2900 bernard-wealth.com Bernard Wealth Management, founded by Ken Bernard, is a fiduciary, fee-based, independent investment advisory firm. We strive to achieve our clients’ financial goals through personalized retirement planning, investment management and ongoing financial counseling. HEBREW FREE LOAN 6735 Telegr...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 29 Y our eyes are precious, and vital to your indepen- dence, and at Shanbom Eye Specialist, our doctors have the goal of providing eye care they’d give to their own family. That philosophy guides every deci- sion — starting with the exam, advice and individualized treatment plans for conditions such as dry eyes and cataracts. “Our tailored treatment plans mean that your plan is your own,” said Dr. Steven A. Shan...…
…PURELY COMMENTARY 4-6 Essays and viewpoints. OUR COMMUNITY 8 Campus Toolkits Students learn what to expect — and how to react — as they head away to school. 10 On the March A brief history of America’s Labor Movement and its Jewish leaders. 14 Picnic Protesters A small group of anti-Israel protesters try to disrupt a picnic for local Democrats. 15 Barbara McQuade at Temple Emanu-El ...…
…30 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 HEALTH & WELLNESS ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION- GREATER MICHIGAN CHAPTER 25200 Telegraph Road, Suite 100 Southfield, MI 48033 (800) 292-3900 alz.org/gmc @alzmichigan (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter is the premier source of information and support for Michigan residents living with dementia and their families and caregivers. Through our statewide network of offices, the A...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 31 HOSPICE HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (888) 247-5701 hom.org Dedicated to helping patients and families navigate end-of-life with compassion and dignity, Hospice of Michigan serves patients wherever they call home, any time of day or night. And as a not-for-profit, we’re committed to providing the compre- hensive end-of-life care everyone deserves, regardless of age, diag- nosis or financial circumstances. HOTELS HILTON...…
…32 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 C O M M U N I T Y 2024 JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (248) 522-0420 afmda.org Richard Zelin rzelin@afmda.org (847) 509-9702 Magen David Adom is Israel’s national emergency services sys- tem. MDA protects life through the creation, maintenance and oper- ation of a world-class emergency medical response infrastructure that uses technology and training to ensure eme...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 33 THE J (JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER) 6600 W. Maple Road West Bloomfield, MI 48322 jccdet.org (248) 661-1000 The J works to strengthen the Detroit Jewish community by offering a plat- form of programming and services for all. The J aims to improve the physical, social, spiritual and educa- tional well-being of the community. It offers programming within its building in West Bloomfield, online and in locations as dive...…
…34 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 JEWISH SENIOR LIFE OF METRO DETROIT Residences-Programs/Services Administrative Offices: David and Miriam Mondry Building 28290 Franklin Road Southfield, MI 48034 JSL Foundation Office Eugene & Marcia Applebaum Jewish Community Campus 6710 W. Maple Road West Bloomfield MI 48322 (248) 661-1836 TTY #711 jslmi.org Jewish Senior Life is a vibrant community of six beautiful residences located in West Bloomfield...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 35 ORT AMERICA MICHIGAN REGION 6735 Telegraph Road, Suite 350 Bloomfield Hills MI 48301 (248) 723-8860 ortmichigan.org ORT Michigan supports World ORT’s global network of schools and pro- grams, providing education and training opportunities to students in over 40 countries, including the David B. Hermelin ORT Resource Centers located in Southfield. YAD EZRA 2850 W. 11 Mile Road Berkley, MI 48072 (248) 548-366...…
…36 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 C O M M U N I T Y 2024 JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY PHARMACY HOLIDAY PHARMACY 37771 Schoenherr Road Sterling Heights, MI 48312 (586) 274-4332 holidaypharm.com Holiday Pharmacy is a Jewish fam- ily-owned local pharmacy that has served the greater Detroit commu- nity for over 45 years. Started in 1975 by Herb Shanbaum, Holiday handles all your pharmacy needs, including auto accident claims and long-te...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 37 COOPER GLASS HOMES DANA COOPER & LAURIE GLASS Max Broock Realtors 275 S. Old Woodward Birmingham MI 48009 (248) 658-8030 cooperglasshomes.com With more than $450 million in sales, Dana Cooper and Laurie Glass work passionately to protect your interests to get you the best results. “We love the long-term relationships that we develop and believe in providing superior con- cierge service — every client, every ...…
…38 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 REAL ESTATE ONE/ MAX BROOCK WEST BLOOMFIELD 6960 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 150 West Bloomfield, MI 48322 (248) 851-4100 Fax: (248) 851-6190 realestateone.com You can count on these full-time, professional agents at Michigan’s largest broker, Real Estate One/Max Broocks West Bloomfield’s office. Whether buying, selling, leasing or working with commercial properties, we are ready to work for you. RESTAURANTS/FOOD...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 39 RETAIL/SHOPPING BIRMINGHAM SHOPPING DISTRICT 151 Martin St. Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 530-1200 ALLINBirmingham.com Birmingham’s lively, pedestri- an-friendly downtown offers one of the Midwest’s premiere shopping districts. Comprised of nearly 300 retailers, the Birmingham Shopping District offers a diverse assortment of fashion boutiques, restaurants, gift shops, jewelers, salons, spas, antique shops and art...…
…4 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N PURELY COMMENTARY T he Talmudic dictum: “He who saves one life is as though he has saved the world,” (Sanhedrin, 37a) is a frequently cited teaching. How is it applicable to you? What would you do to save one life? Give it some thought. Not everyone is a trained healer. Health care professionals save lives every day. In their actions, these practitioners exemplify the mitzvah of pekuach nefesh (saving a lif...…
…40 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 ANTHOLOGY SENIOR LIVING OF FARMINGTON HILLS 30637 W. 14 Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 534-4474 anthologyseniorliving.com/ senior-living/mi/farmington- hills At Anthology of Farmington Hills, you will discover boutique-in- spired senior living, designed especially with you in mind. Beyond high-tech, high-touch care, we offer a maintenance-free luxury lifestyle that puts you first as we’re dedicat- ed...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 41 CONGREGATION BETH AHM 5075 W. Maple Road West Bloomfield, MI 48322 (248) 851-6880 cbahm.org Congregation Beth Ahm is a for- ward-looking synagogue investing in its future. Led by Rabbi Steven Rubenstein, we are a community that helps our members and guests practice and explore Judaism in a warm and approachable envi- ronment. There are no insiders, no outsiders, and everyone receives a big welcome when walking ...…
…42 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 TEMPLE BETH EL 7400 Telegraph Road Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 (248) 851-1100 tbeonline.org Temple Beth El is Michigan’s first Jewish congregation and has been a leader in the Reform movement for generations. We are proud of our dynamic clergy, caring staff, inno- vative programs, inspiring worship, lifelong learning and meaningful volunteer opportunities. TEMPLE ISRAEL 5725 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield ...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 43 O ver 15 years ago, Stacy Cykiert picked up a new hobby and started beading with a friend. One day, she heard about the opportunity to volunteer at the Karmanos Cancer Institute’s Weisberg Cancer Center in Farmington Hills, where she could share her new craft with cancer thrivers and their family caregivers. Cykiert has always volunteered her time in the community, so it was second nature for her to jump righ...…
…44 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N A visit to a former concentration camp is somber, emotional, thought- provoking, transformative — and especially eye-opening for someone like Christopher Carpenter, M.D. The reason? Carpenter viewed the experience through several lenses: As the dean of Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, as a longtime practicing physician and, of course, as a human. It was all part of the OUWB Stud...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 45 career exemplified moral courage or other times when their integrity as physicians was tested,” he says. “(Carpenter) did a good job of bringing in examples that helped us understand some of the choices that were made,” adds Shepherd. “It was really helpful as I tried to imagine myself as a future physician and facing similar situations.” Concurrently, Carpenter says the sessions helped him understand ...…
…46 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N T his piece provides some recipes for comfort foods as we are in the period of seven weeks of consolation between Tisha b’Av and Rosh Hashanah. Tisha b’Av commemorates the destruction of the Holy Temples and began this year the evening of Aug. 12. During the three weeks leading up to it, special Haftarah portions are read in which the Prophets rebuke the Jewish people for their betrayal of their cov...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 47 J N pickling liquid. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Fold in arugula. Add additional pickling liquid, if desired. EASIEST BAKED MAC-AND-CHEESE Adapted from Deb Perelman Serves 6-8. Dairy Ingredients 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 cup full-fat sour cream 2 cups low-fat or whole milk 1 tsp. dry mustard Pinch cayenne (optional) Pinch freshly grated nutmeg ½ tsp. fine sea salt ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pep...…
…48 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N faces&places 2024 Lois Zussman Golf Classic PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEFF AISEN Mike Kramer, Gesher's CEO Paul Blatt, Kevin Roach and Todd Culver T he 2024 Lois Zussman Golf Classic, held at Franklin Hills Country Club in mid- July, raised over $200,000. There were 108 golfers who took part, and more than 200 people attended the dinner and silent and live auctions. The annual fundraiser, organized by Gesher Human Se...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 49 J N TOP: Young Israeli volunteers in Michigan for the summer; Allen Amber, a past ZOA-Michigan honoree; Mort Klein. MIDDLE: Sheldon Freilich. ABOVE: Kobi Erez. RIGHT: Hazzan David Propis led the 300 people gathered in song. H undreds gathered in Orley Hall at Congregation Shaarey Zedek to hear remarks from Mort Klein, pres- ident of the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA), on the subject of Israel, U.S. and ant...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 5 J N Celebrate 40 Years of Holocaust Education With Keynote Speaker Mitch Albom A N N I V E R S A R Y B E N E F I T The Zekelman Holocaust Center’s 40th Anniversary Benefit Sunday, November 10, 2024 Huntington Place, Detroit Join us for an inspirational evening with award-winning author and media personality Mitch Albom. With your support, we will teach over 100,000 people this year about the Holocaust and the cr...…
…50 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 J N A nnie Klinger was looking to get back into coaching. JCC Maccabi Games co-chair Franci Silver was looking for someone to coach the Detroit dance team at the upcoming Maccabi Games hosted by Detroit. She thought Klinger, a friend’s daughter, would be a good candidate. It was a perfect match. Klinger accepted Silver’s offer to be the Detroit dance team coach late last year. The 11 dancers on Klinger’s team w...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 51 J N HOW TO SUBMIT ANNOUNCEMENTS Mazel Tov! announcements are welcomed for members of the Jewish community. Anniversaries, engagements and weddings with a photo (preferably color) can appear at a cost of $18 each. Births are $10. There is no charge for bar/bat mitzvahs or for special birthdays starting at the 90th. For information, contact Editorial Assistant Sy Manello at smanello@ thejewishnews.com or (248) 351-5147 ...…
…R ead these stories. Behind them lies an extraordinary insight into the nature of Jewish ethics: Story 1. Rabbi Abba used to bind money in his scarf, sling it on his back and place it at the disposal of the poor. (Ketubot 67b) Story 2. Mar Ukba had a poor man in his neighborhood into whose door socket he used to throw four coins every day. Once the poor man thought, “I will go and see who does me this kindness.” That day Mar Uk...…
…AUGUST 29 • 2024 | 53 sympathize with him in his plight, as it is said, ‘Have I not wept for those in trouble? Has not my soul grieved for the poor?’” (Job 30:25) Laws of Gifts to the Poor, 10:4 TWO LAWS This is the logic behind two laws that are otherwise inexplicable. The first is: “Even a poor person who is dependent on tzedakah is obliged to give tzedakah.” Laws of Gifts to the Poor, 7:5 The law seems absurd. Why should we...…
…54 | AUGUST 29 • 2024 Synagogue Directory METRO DETROIT CONSERVATIVE Adat Shalom Synagogue Farmington Hills (248) 851-5100 adatshalom.org Congregation Beth Ahm West Bloomfield (248) 851-6880 cbahm.org Congregation Beth Shalom Oak Park (248) 547-7970 congbethshalom.org Beth Tephilath Moses Mt. Clemens (586) 996-3138 bethtephilathmoses.com B’nai Israel Synagogue West Bloomfield (248) 432-2729 bnaiisraelwb.org Congregati...…
