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…34 February 7 • 2019 jn continued from page 32 campfires. Meyer estimated that last year, approximately 20 of the 600 campers chose the third option. “Tawonga has a long history of only offering girls’ and boys’ cabins, but it’ s become clear in recent years that that doesn’ t work for all kids,” Meyer said. “So, we wanted to cre- ate another option so that all kids can live in a cabin that reflects their gender identity.” The two ...…
…February 7 • 2019 35 jn continued on page 36 BLACK RIVER FARM AND RANCH 5040 Sheridan Line Road Croswell, MI 48422 (810) 679-2505 www.blackriverfarmandranch.com Girls-only camp serving ages 6-15; activi- ties include horseback riding (main focus), archery, arts and crafts, boating, and swimming. Since 1962, girls have come back to Black River Farm and Ranch to have fun with friends and horses and enjoy a variety of camp activities, ava...…
…36 February 7 • 2019 jn continued from page 35 provides an inspiring environment that challenges campers to step outside their comfort zones. Our program combines elements of individual choice and group dynamics, building confidence, character and resilience. At Walden, college-age counselors raise the bar when it comes to staff maturity and commitment. Nationally accredited by the American Camp Association. FRANKLIN ATHLETIC CLUB...…
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…38 February 7 • 2019 jn From lacrosse to coding to theater, Roeper Summer Programs offer a variety of enrich- ing and rewarding camp experiences to children throughout Metro Detroit. Diversity and respect for everyone’ s potential are central characteristics of the community. TAMARACK City Office: 6735 Telegraph Road, Suite 380 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Phone: (248) 647-1100 Fax: (248) 647-1493 Summer Office: Phone: (248) 627-2821 Fax...…
…February 7 • 2019 39 jn The S e cre t World of Og Performed entirely by the Michigan Opera Theatre Children’ s Chorus Saturday March 23, 201 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the Detroit Opera House Tickets: $35 adults / $1 5 children / Box seats $50 This children’ s opera is an adaptation of a children’ s book by Canadian icon Pierre Berton, whereby a group of siblings venture into the subterranean world of the Ogs to rescue their baby brothe...…
…T his has been a great season for the Frankel Jewish Academy boys basketball team, one of its best in years. But it won’ t play in the Catholic League C-D tournament. Not because the Jaguars didn’ t qual- ify for the league tournament. They did. They were one of the top four teams in the seven-team Intersectional 2 Division. Coach Mike Marek’ s team finished second in the division and beat every other team in the division including ...…
…February 7 • 2019 41 jn Dylan Carter Babitch (Adan Ranan) will be called to the Torah on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, at Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Township. He is the son of Dr. Leland Babitch of Birmingham and Cheryl Carpenter of Bloomfield Hills, the brother of Bradley Babitch, grandson of Mack Carpenter and Estelle Babitch, and the late Carol Carpenter and Daniel Babitch. Dylan is in the seventh grade at Birmingham Covington School. ...…
…T his week’ s Torah portion invites us to focus on what is actually central to our Judaism, our relationship with God. Amidst our busy lives, it is easy to lose sight of this relationship. Initially, we read about Moshe standing on Har Sinai encountering God. It seems as if each one of us as individuals is only going to hear from Moshe the instructions for building the Mishkan, God’ s sanc- tuary amongst the Jewish people. Howe...…
…February 7 • 2019 43 jn The U.S.-Israel Relationship Lawmakers turn to Israel after long partial shutdown is over. T he first order of business on Capitol Hill after the federal government reopened after a month-long partial government shut- down had to do with Israel. The U.S. Senate advanced a Middle East policy bill that codifies assistance for Israel and protects states that ban dealings with Israel boycotters. The Senate voted...…
…44 February 7 • 2019 jn T he journey from youthful per- forming with the Jewish Ensemble Theatre in West Bloomfield to being nominated for a 2019 Academy Award has been dramatic and fulfilling for Jaime Ray Newman, who has enjoyed diverse and notable stopovers along the way. Although appearing on stage, in films and on television, Newman is being rec- ognized for production skills in making a live action short film with her Israeli ...…
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…46 February 7 • 2019 jn continued from page 44 arts&life “I think this film shows that what you teach your kids can end up biting you, ” Nattiv says. “In Hebrew, there’ s a saying about fathers eating bad fruit and spoiling their kids’ teeth. It means if parents teach bad habits and bad stuff, the kids’ generation is going to suffer from it. ” WORK AND FAMILY Before working on both films titled Skin, Nattiv directed Strangers, The...…
…February 7 • 2019 47 jn SUZANNE CHESSLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER Creative Energy Two designers show their newest work at a private home on Valentine’ s Day. F ran Broder and Elizabeth Guz share a love of accessories — both design and sell pieces that showcase their personal approaches to creativity. Broder began with scarves and hats in faux fur, while Guz designs jewelry. They will reveal their latest projects Feb. 14 in a private hom...…
…48 February 7 • 2019 jn ON THE SMALL SCREEN Miracle Workers, a comedy, starts Feb. 12 (10:30 p.m.) on TBS. Daniel Radcliffe, 29, (Harry Potter) stars as Craig, a low-level angel responsible for handling all of humanity’ s prayers. His boss, God (Steve Buscemi), spends most of his time on his hobbies rather than attending to mankind’ s problems. The series is based on a novel by Simon Rich, 34. He’ s the son of Frank Rich, 69, the ...…
…February 7 • 2019 49 jn FRIDAY, FEB. 8 YOUNG ADULT CAMP Register now for a special Shabbat weekend: Aug. 16-17. Sponsored by The Well. Cost of $100 per person includes overnight stay, meals and activities. Register now at campforyoungadults. eventbrite.com. SHABBAT TOGETHER 7 pm, Feb. 8. At Jam Handy, Detroit. An alternative Shabbat prayer experience in the round filled with song, chanting and energy designed for young adults. Farm-t...…
…50 February 7 • 2019 jn CAREGIVER SUPPORT 1:30-3 pm, Feb. 12. The Alzheimer’ s Association-Greater Michigan Chapter, in collaboration with Jewish Senior Life, holds a monthly support group. Although it is usually held the first Tuesday of the month, for February only, it will be held on the second Tuesday. Caregivers, families and friends of those with Alzheimer’ s disease or any other form of demen- tia are welcome to attend. The fa...…
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…I came in through the coffeehouse door in the back to meet up with owners Ann Stevenson and Curt Catallo. A party of 20 young ladies accompanied me through the door, and we were met with smooth beat music and a cacophony of pigments, pat- terns and textures — and an orange fireplace. Despite the intense designs, the place is very cozy and inviting. Through their Union Group organization, Ann and Curt have created no fewer than eight...…
…February 7 • 2019 53 jn to have fun and show some spirit,” Ann says. She credits the name, Gran Castor, which means “Big Beaver” in Spanish, to her hus- band, Curt Catallo. “I am looking to create a space that has broad appeal and gives a feeling of home, but with a personal touch,” Ann says. “A restaurant is ultimately a risk, but it is also a joy.” The vibrant colors, the beautiful lighting, the decorative floors and even th...…
…54 February 7 • 2019 jn Adachi M y friend Dave took me to a wonderful Japanese restau- rant, new to both of us, for my belated birthday lunch. Adachi by Michael Schlow is the official name of the James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur’ s first Michigan-based restaurant. It provides a new purpose for the iconic Ford-Peabody Mansion on South Old Woodward Avenue at Brown Street. A parking structure is conveniently locat- ed ...…
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…February 7 • 2019 57 jn continued on page 58 soul of blessed memory DR. KENNETH BENJAMIN, 74, of Los Gatos, Calif., formerly of Detroit, died Jan. 28, 2019, in Los Gatos. He is survived by his wife, Janice; children, Hillary (Chris) Benjamin and Shawn (Dana) Benjamin. Dr. Benjamin was the loving brother of Norman (the late Barbara) Benjamin and Lloyd (Martha Posey) Benjamin. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins...…
…58 February 7 • 2019 jn continued from page 57 soul of blessed memory LORRAINE BOOKSTEIN, 80, of Bloomfield Hills, died Feb. 2, 2019. She was a co-found- er and owner of the Detroit Gallery of Contemporary Crafts in the Fisher Building. She was also very active with and a passionate member of the Detroit Chamber Music Society. Mrs. Bookstein is survived by her husband, Jerome Bookstein; children, Carl Bookstein, Margaret (Adam)...…
…February 7 • 2019 59 jn continued on page 60 Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity of one’ s choice. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman Chapel. ELAINE KADASHAW, 96, of Rohnert Park, Calif., formerly of Michigan, died Jan. 28, 2019. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Arlene (Jeff Kelber) Kadashaw-Kelber of Plano, Texas, Gloria (Sanford) Rosenberg of Santa Rosa, Calif.; son and daughter-in-law, Barry (Jack...…
…60 February 7 • 2019 jn soul of blessed memory continued from page 59 NATHAN PEISS, 85, of Oak Park, died Jan. 28, 2019. He owned Speciality Printing company. Active with the Pinsker Organization, he was also an AEP fraternity alumnus. Mr. Peiss was a former member of Oak Park School Board for 16 years and was also active with the Oak Park Zoning Commission. Mr. Peiss is survived by his wife of 63 years, Marilyn Peiss; daughte...…
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