…56 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 ARTS&LIFE THEATER travels to New York City in search of his birth father. When there, he winds up impacting people’s lives. The show runs through Jan. 4. At the Marquis Theatre, 210 West 46th St. (212) 239- 6200. Eureka Day is the Broadway pre- miere about a vaccination debate at a private California elementary school. The school has an outbreak of the measles and calls an emergency board meeting to decide wh...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 57 Disney’s Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail is a magical journey running through Dec. 1 at the New York Botanical Garden. Inspired by the timeless 1993 animated musical cult-classic film, the distinctive charac- ters come to life amongst the leaves, flowers and greenery of New York’s treasured garden. The outdoor adventure features more than 8,300 square feet of dazzling light installat...…
…58 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N CAREER-MAKING TURN? JONES AND SOME JEWS, SPRINGSTEEN BIOPIC By coincidence, John Magaro, 41, has a big role in a new series and one in a feature film that both premiere this week. As I have noted before, Magaro’s mother is Jewish, and he was raised Jewish. He grew-up in Munroe Falls, a suburb of Akron. Since 2015, he’s become a fairly familiar face in small-to-large supporting roles in TV shows and in...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 59 J N L ook to the cookie, Elaine!” Calling all Seinfeld fans — this is your moment to celebrate the iconic Black-and-White Cookie! A soft, cake-like base topped with thick, gooey vanilla and chocolate glaze, this New York classic is a delicious symbol of harmony — two flavors, two colors, one perfect bite. Whether you’re channeling Jerry’s wisdom or just indulging in a timeless treat, this cookie is pure...…
…60 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N SONGSTRESS 8 PM, NOV. 30 (SAT.) At The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor. Whether recreating old classic songs or performing original songs in her own deeply confessional and comic styles, Jo Serrapere’s music stands original while always reflecting her love of American roots music. $20. FILM SHOWN 2 PM, DEC. 1 (SUN.) At the Detroit Film Theatre in the DIA. Moving effortlessly from urban bustle to seaside ...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 7 are constantly battling the rising costs of paper, printing and postage, coupled with the expense of engaging top digital talent, freelance writers and investigative journalists. Also, like most print publications, the Detroit Jewish News has seen a gradual decrease in print subscribers as readers migrate to free digital content. Despite these challenges, we remain committed to keeping our news accessible an...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 61 J N 61 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 JUST FOR FUN Find The Differences Can you find five differences in these two photos of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer posing with the Jewish Detroit delegation at the Stand Together event in Washington, D.C.? See next week’s issue for answers. For last week’s puzzle answers, see page 11. Jewish of theweek Joke These announcements were found in, and on, actual synagogue newslet...…
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…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 65 J N LINDA PALMER AMBERG, 65, of Martin, Mich., formerly raised in Oak Park, Mich., died Nov. 2, 2024, after battling a long, progressively debilitating illness. She is survived by her devoted, loving husband, Bernard Amberg; stepsons, Justin (Jen) and Jacob; daughter, Julee Polster; sisters, Robyn Palmer (Harry Robins), Marcy Palmer Broder (Jeffrey Broder), Judith Palmer; niece, Catherine Kerr (Robert Ke...…
…OBITUARIES OF BLESSED MEMORY 66 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N Tyler Otis; the loving sister of the late Robert and the late Deanna Greenberg, and the late Leonard and the late Cecille Kerner; and the dear daughter of the late Abraham and the late Belle Greenberg. Interment was at Machpelah Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Parkinson’s Foundation of Michigan, 30400 Telegraph Road, Suite 150, Bingham Farms, MI 48025, parkinsonsmi.o...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 67 J N Marvin and the late Rena Littman, the late Alvin Schultz. Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. A graveside service was held at Adat Shalom Memorial Park in Livonia. Arrangements by Hebrew Memorial Chapel. FLORENCE SCHREIER, 94, of West Palm Beach, Fla., died Nov. 14, 2024. She was born Feb. 7, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, to Ben and Anna Meyerhoff Aft, humble immigrants from Poland and...…
…68 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N was the cherished uncle of Seymour (MaryAnn) Schwartz, Ruth (Marty) Seltzer, Mindy Schwartz, Laura Lampert, David (Andrea) Lampert, Lisa Lampert Ziperski, Mark Lampert, Claudia Lampert. He is also survived by other loving relatives and friends. The family would like to thank his devoted caregivers, Ronda and Carol. Mr. Simons was the beloved son of the late Seymour and the late Ruth Simons; brother of t...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 69 OBITUARY CHARGES The processing fee for obituaries is: $125 for up to 100 words; $1 per word thereafter. A photo counts as 15 words. There is no charge for a Holocaust survivor icon. The JN reserves the right to edit wording to conform to its style considerations. For information, have your funeral director call the JN or you may call Sy Manello, editorial assistant, at (248) 351- 5147 or email him at smanell...…
…Looking Back From the William Davidson Digital Archive of Jewish Detroit History The Ship of Sorrows A n 85th anniversary occurred this past year for an event that became an international symbol regarding the plight of Jews attempting to escape from Nazi Germany. On May 13, 1939, the ocean liner SS St. Louis from the German-owned Hamburg America Line (commonly known as HAPAG) set sail from the port of Hamburg. Aboard the ship we...…
…A Film Tribute to Our 8 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N Chef Keith Famie, Certified Master Chef Jeff Gabrial, Certified Master Chef Shawn Loving and Certified Master Chef Dan Hugelier …
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…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 9 J N OUR COMMUNITY ON THE COVER W hen Detroiters want someone else to do the cooking, the restau- rant options in the Metro area can seem almost overwhelming. The dining scene in cities like Chicago, New York, Los Angeles and Miami have nothing on Detroit, “one of the most diverse and well-rounded culinary cities in the nation,” according to chef-turned-filmmaker Keith Famie. “Think about it. There is nothing yo...…
…continued from page 9 continued on page 12 10 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N A LONG TIME IN THE MAKING “I have talked about telling this story for the last 25 years,” Famie said. He finally got started in May 2023, with “the support of the hospitality commu- nity.” The film’s participating chefs were drawn from Famie’s professional and personal contacts. “They understand the significance of our culinary heritage here in Detroit and seem to...…
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…10 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 different backgrounds, I think we’re learning a lot about ourselves, about Judaism and even about Israel. Even though that’s what we’re teaching, we also have been learning a lot.” Nisan has friends who have been Shinshinim before, and they’ve built it up, but he says it still exceeds those expectations. “Something that’s really surprised me is just how nice the people here are,” Nisan says. “I was talking ...…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 11 their free time for something else. Most of them probably don’t even have family in Israel, but they came to feel the connection and support.” WORK SITES The Shinshinim’s weekly work sites include regular day schools and religious schools. Day school work sites include Hillel Day School, Farber Hebrew Day School and Frankel Jewish Academy. Religious school work sites include Yachad Religious School, Temple ...…
…12 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 OUR COMMUNITY COVER STORY because of the constant political ads. “It was getting annoying,” he says with a smile. WISE BEYOND THEIR YEARS The Shinshinim are living in the U.S. at a time of increased anti- Israel and antisemitic sentiment in the country. They, of course, spend time doing work in the community to spread the word about Israel and Judaism, but they also have specific thoughts about the best w...…
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…14 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 J N A small group of masked demonstrators waved Nazi flags and reportedly shouted antisemitic and racial slurs outside an American Legion Post in Howell, while inside, actors from the Fowlerville Community Theatre per- formed The Diary of Anne Frank. The incident occurred on Nov. 9 during the seventh of eight shows presented by the nonprofit theater organization. The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, wh...…
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…16 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 J N T he award, sponsored by Sam and Nancy Shamie and family, honors the legacy of Ambassador David Hermelin (of bless- ed memory) by recognizing a student (or students, in the event of a tie) from a local Jewish day school, specifically in middle or high school grades. The recipient must demonstrate aca- demic excellence in Judaic and/or secu- lar studies and exhibit strong leadership skills within their scho...…
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…W hen Huntington Woods native Samantha Ruth unexpectedly lost her hus- band, Jim, in 2017, she found herself grieving with nowhere to turn. Not even a pamphlet was offered to help her navigate her grief and the steps to follow after losing a spouse. As a licensed psychol- ogist, Ruth, 51, and a Colorado resident since 2014, knew something must be done. She couldn’t be the only one struggling to find support for grief that went bey...…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 19 J N T o commemorate Israel’s 75th birthday on May 14, 2023, the Detroit Jewish News created a special traveling exhibit: “Israel @ 75.” It was displayed at 10 different Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor locations during Israel’s anniversary year. Now, the “Israel @ 75” exhibit can be viewed on the Detroit Jewish News website. By any historical standard, modern Israel is one of the world’s great success storie...…
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…20 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 J N T hese days, it is common for top museums around the world to have robust web galleries and virtual exhibits available online to all with internet access. What is much more novel is a museum that exists solely in the digital world yet has all the galleries and exhibits one would expect to see in a physical space. The Hunger Museum is precisely the latter. MAZON worked with a team of architects, histo...…
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…24 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 W hen I booked an appointment with a new physician who had recently joined my doctor’s practice, I was expecting a younger physician, which is great because a few of mine have retired in the last few years. However, I was in for quite a surprise when instead, an older physician walked in, took one look at my face, and laughingly explained that he had worked for 30 years in a medical practice, retired ...…
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…28 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 N utrition can be confusing. Every day seems to bring a new headline declaring what’s healthy and what’s not, whether it’s the Mediterranean Diet, low-fat, low-carb, DASH, vegan or high protein. With all this diet-of-the-minute hype, it’s hard to know what we should be eating. Let’s cut through the noise, go back to basics and focus on nutrients. Nutrient density is the right place to start when trying to ...…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 29 PROCESSED DOESN’T MEAN UNHEALTHY Processed doesn’t mean unhealthy. The term “processed food” often gets a bad rap, but not all processed foods are bad for you. In fact, many staples like pasta, bread and yogurt are processed in some way. While some processed and ultra-processed foods can be high in saturated fat, sugar and salt, many are actually nutritious. For example, Herbalife’s meal replacement shak...…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 3 J N contents PURELY COMMENTARY 4-7 Essays and viewpoints. OUR COMMUNITY 8 Home Away from Home These young Israeli emissaries want to make life-lasting connections in the Detroit Jewish community. 14 The Show Went On! Despite the presence of neo- Nazis, Fowlerville Community Theatre finishes its run of The Diary of Anne Frank. 16 2024 David Hermelin Award Caleb Starr of Frankel Jewish Acad...…
…30 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 I f you’re an American over age 65, or have a senior loved one, you know how big of a risk falls can be in daily life. As people age, their balance becomes less steady, which can lead to an increase in stumbles and tumbles. But it can mean more than the inconvenience of a turned ankle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports falls are the leading cause of injury and death from injury...…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 31 Practice your balance this way: • Stand by your kitchen counter or in a corner, so you’ll have some- thing to reach out to if you lose your balance. • Move your feet apart, shoulder width. Hold that pose steady, with- out swaying, for 10 seconds with your eyes open. Work your way up to 30 seconds. • When you can hold that pose for 30 seconds without swaying, do the same with your feet together. • When you feel c...…
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…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 33 personalized wellness activities. Visitors can enjoy beachfront yoga, rejuvenating treatments at seaside spas and temazcal ceremonies guided by traditional Mayan practices. Holbox, a charming car-free island, is ideal for those seeking a more untouched experience. This free-spirited destination boasts beachside massages, ample yoga and boutique hotels offering a variety of holistic experiences including sou...…
…34 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 I n the 1970s, Wayne State University (WSU) had a Jewish population estimated in the thou- sands. Fast forward to 2024, and that number has dwindled to just a few hundred. Considering WSU’s proxim- ity to a large Jewish community, which had an estimated population of 71,000, according to the 2018 Detroit Jewish Population Study, one might wonder: Why is the Jewish population at WSU declining? On Sunday, Aug....…
…NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 | 35 AN EDUCATION IS NEVER MORE POWERFUL THAN WHEN IT’S AFFORDABLE. At Wayne State University, it’s always been our mission to make college accessible for all by making it affordable for all. That’s why we offer programs like the Wayne State Guarantee, the Heart of Detroit Tuition Pledge and a range of merit-based scholarships, all providing financial assistance to any student willing to put in the effort to earn a de...…
