…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 51 attended with a Jewish boyfriend in New York, has worked with Lewis for 15 years. Their stage projects have included those for the discontinued Performance Network. Both have extensive theater careers, and Lewis has been involved with musical programs in New York and Washington, D.C. Founding artistic director of Theatre NOVA, Milarch has had a lengthy stage career and has brought some 25 new plays to audienc...…
…52 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024 J N UNUSUAL MOVIE, TWO ‘JEWISH’ HALLMARK HOLIDAY MOVIES Nightbitch, a drama/fantasy, opens on Dec. 6 in theaters. It focuses on a stay-at-home mom (Amy Adams) who sometimes (literally) becomes a tough dog (!). Marielle Heller, 48, directed, and she wrote the screenplay, too. Heller’s the secular daugh- ter of a Jewish father. Her most recent movie, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019), was a critical a...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 53 J N T he holidays are a time for people to come together to share a meal with family and friends. I like to serve different kinds of salads, and this is always a family favorite at our holiday celebrations. It’s easy and can be made ahead and so delicious! DEBRA’S SALMON AND WILD RICE SALAD Serves 6 Ingredients 2 pounds center-cut salmon, cooked to your liking, chilled 1 cup wild rice, cooked accordi...…
…PRESENT LAUGHTER NOW-DEC. 15 Present Laughter by Noel Coward is about the antics of a group of close friends. They are “pretenders” to high soci- ety who have polished their behaviors to mimic those above them. The primary character is a reluctantly aging matinee idol who experiences the “loneliness of fame.” It runs for two week- ends only at Birmingham Village Players. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 8 pm. Sunday mati...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 55 J N I t has been said that many people get lost in thought because it is such unfamiliar territory. I am pleased, however, by the number of people who have shared with me their enjoyment at reading word play that needs to be thought about. In several instances recently, many of these same folks have sent me puns they have come across and they thought worthy of sharing. I would like to pay this forward by pri...…
…It doesn’t have to cost a fortune, It doesn’t have to cost a fortune, only look like it. only look like it. Lois Haron Lois Haron Interior Designer Allied ASID Interior Designer Allied ASID (248) 851-6989 (248) 851-6989 loisharondesigns@gmail.com loisharondesigns@gmail.com www.loisharondesigns.com www.loisharondesigns.com Lois Haron Designs FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DECORATOR FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DECORATOR Junk-B-Gone Junk-B-Gone ...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 57 J N OBITUARIES OF BLESSED MEMORY JEFFREY BERSHAD, 46, of Farmington, died Nov. 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Casandra Bershad; parents, Barbara and Stan Bershad; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Eric and Shanelle Bershad; sister and brother-in-law, Amy and Brad McMahon; nieces and nephews, Georgette, Joshua, Pierce, Vivienne and Violette; uncles, Howard (Joane) Slusky, Ken (Lenie) Bershad; aunt, Car...…
…OBITUARIES OF BLESSED MEMORY 58 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024 J N IDF-Michigan Chapter or the National Parkinsons Foundation. Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel. DR. LESLIE R. “LES” COHEN, 73, of West Bloomfield, died Nov. 23, 2024. Les graduated as valedictorian of Niles North High School (class of ’69). In the summer of ’68, he was a research student at the Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine, solidifying his desire to join the medical...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 59 J N Eliana, Brandon and Liam Zeitlin, Aly and Olivia Tarquinio, Nora and Goldie Kroin, Levi and Harry Faye, and Arielle McCloud; many other loving family members and friends. Milton was the beloved husband of the late Helen Faye. Interment was held at Adat Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery in Livonia. Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel. DR. HOWARD FEIT, 81, of...…
…6 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024 J N 1942 - 2024 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 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024 J N ARLENE HERMAN, 94, of West Bloomfield, died Nov. 23, 2024. She was born in Detroit, graduated from Central High School followed by attendance at Michigan State University. She was a great wife, mother, relative and friend. Mrs. Herman is survived by her husband of 62 years, Morton Herman; sons and daughters-in-law, Ron and Sharon Herman, Richard Herman, Jim and Brenda Herman, and Michael Herman; daughte...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 61 DR. GERALD SHERMAN, 88, of West Bloomfield, died Nov. 24, 2024. Dr. Sherman is survived by his wife of 63 years, Renee Sherman; sons and daughters-in-law, Mike Sherman and Alexis Schostak, and Ted and Emily Sherman; daughter and son-in-law, Jackie and Erik Stamell; grandchildren, Jason, Eric, Tom, Andrew and Adeline Sherman, Alex, Bradley and Charlie Stamell, and Hayley and Benji Schostak; sister and broth...…
…T his issue of the JN has its annual “Gift Guide.” I thought I should assist you with a few great ideas from the William Davidson Digital Archive of Jewish Detroit History. Research for “Gifts” is not a straightforward proposition. The term is mentioned on a mere 69,030 pages! This amounts to about 15% of all the pages for the Detroit Jewish Chronicle and the JN over the past 100+ years. Detroit’s Jewish community just loves ...…
…JEWISH NEWS THE DETROIT Scan the QR code and keep your family & friends connected to our community Need a gift for the person who has everything? How about a subscription to the Detroit Jewish News? …
…Annual New Year’s Day Gallery Auction Featuring a Bronze sculpture by Marshall Fredericks, 18th-20th c. Furniture & Art including twenty paintings & sculptures by Ann Arbor artists Leon Makielski & Gerome Kamrowski, a Steinway Adams model piano, Sterling Silver, Estate Jewelry & more! View the catalog & bid online by visiting www.SchmidtsAntiques.com. 5138 West Michigan Avenue Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 info@schmidtsantiques.com 734-434-...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 7 J N of “The Churkendoose, ” a parable of tolerance about a barnyard misfit (part chicken, part turkey, part duck) scorned by the other animals until they learn the lesson of tolerance. When I entered junior high, I heard the words “dirty Jew” for the first time. The slur wasn’t directed at me, but the sting was considerable. Growing up, I had heard stories about evil people named Nazis who hurt and killed Je...…
…I n a city defined by its resil- ience, the Grand Ballroom of Detroit’s Renaissance Center shimmered with hope and unity at Yeshiva Beth Yehudah’s Annual Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 3. It was an evening where over 2,500 people from every corner of Michigan gathered — not just to celebrate but to share in something deeply human: the act of coming together to support each other. The theme of unity wasn’t merely spo- OUR COMMUNITY ON THE C...…
…DECEMBER 5 • 2024 | 9 J N ken — it was lived. Attendees from all walks of life, from elected officials and business leaders to devoted parents and alumni, filled the room with an energy that transcended division. With an illustrious lineup of speakers, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, and former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the evening was a testam...…
…JEWISH NEWS $200 Nov. 28- Dec. 4, 2024 / 27 Cheshvan – 3 Kislev 5785 THE DETROIT thejewishnews.com New Film Fetes Culinary Masters Our Danny Raskin knew it Our Danny Raskin knew it all along, Detroit is all along, Detroit is “The City of Chefs.” “The City of Chefs.” See page 8 …
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 11 J N Brighten Your Vision Light Up Your Style for Hanukkah with Luxury Designer Frames. At Direct Optical Optique, find premium eyewear from top brands like Gucci, Tom Ford, and Cartier. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, with same-day service and expert custom fittings to help you shine. We except most insurances as well as HSA and FSA. www.optiquedetroit.com Must Present Coupon. No Insurance. Restriction...…
…12 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 continued on page 14 to Detroit because we have a rich history of fine dining with French techniques,” Grosz said. “At Cuisine, you’ll see items on the menu that have techniques that date back hundreds of years. I use contemporary ingredients and flavor combinations with these treasured techniques.” Chef Mary Brady of Diamond Jim Brady Bistro in Novi said, “American chef Julia Child, who I had the plea- sure...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 13 Learn more! www.geshermi.org | 29699 Southfield Road | Southfield, MI 48076 | 248.559.5000 | Lisa Keramedjian Meer and Brian Meer | Cyril Moscow Stone Foundation of Michigan Faye and Paul J. Blatt | Katie and Evan Leibhan Lisa London | Erin and Jon Modiano Bea and Paul Schwarzbaum | Fran and George Stern Judy and Jeff Aisen | Economic Alliance for Michigan Edw. C. Levy Co. | Shari and Stanley Finsilver Nancy and Jim...…
…14 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N Southfield. He still takes pride in his strict rep- utation. “Milos is brilliant and has his stamp on so many in the master chef class,” Schmidt said. The film explores the lives of Chefs Milos, Duglass (Douglas Grech) of Restaurant Duglass in Southfield and the late Yvonne Gill of the Money Tree in Downtown Detroit. In the documentary, “We hear from chefs who worked for these early, very complicated, and ...…
…How to Purchase Tickets General admission tickets ($20) remain for the premiere of Visionalist Entertainment Production’s new documentary, Detroit: The City of Chefs (1 hour, 35 mins). The oral and visual history of iconic Detroit restaurants, drawing upon the remembrances of celebrated chefs, will be shown at staggered times — 7:15, 7:30 and 7:45 p.m. — on Monday, Dec. 9, at Emagine Novi movie theater, 44425 W. 12 Mile Road in Novi. For t...…
…16 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 continued on page 18 continued from page 14 OUR COMMUNITY ON THE COVER tion animation through a collaboration with the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. Besides depicting chefs, look-alike Claymation puppets were made of the late Detroit Jewish News food writer Danny Raskin and another reviewer for several publications, the late Molly Abraham. They are both included in a section of the film about foo...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 17 PECAN MUSTARD RUBBED SALMON PLATTER CREATED BY CERTIFIED EXECUTIVE CHEF KELLI LEWTON OF TWO UNIQUE CATERING Yield 10 servings Ingredients Non-stick spray 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons coarse mustard 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons of maple syrup ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs ½ cup finely chopped pecans 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley 1 teaspoon sea salt, d...…
…continued from page 16 OUR COMMUNITY ON THE COVER 18 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N Certified Master Chef Ed Janos cooking at TooChez, Takashi Yagihashi at Tribute, Polcyn at Pike Street, Rick Halberg at Emily’s and Certified Master Chef Shawn Loving at Loving Spoonful (now executive chef at Detroit Athletic Club). “I could hon- estly go on and on,” he said. “Each one of these chefs has a distinctive style.” Recognizing restaurant trends ...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 19 J N The Chef’s Production Company Keith Famie is the founder and executive producer of Wixom-based Visionalist Entertainment Productions (VEP). Since 2006, Famie and his team have produced documentaries for corporate clients and nonprofits, with some of the films airing locally on TV stations WDIV, WXYZ and public broadcasting channel WTVS. “My focus has always been to tell stories that inspire, educate and often ...…
…20 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 T he Eastern Michigan University Center for Jewish Studies is bringing veteran Batman editor, Jordan B. Gorfinkel — known as Gorf — to campus for a pre-Chanukah event. Not only have Gorf’s creations (Batman: No Man’s Land; Birds Of Prey) served as the inspiration for television, movies and games, but his studio Avalanche Comics Entertainment also produces enter- tainment and branding content for corpora...…
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…22 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N I n the midst of a busy day, some five years ago, Linda Epstein Lenchner got an unexpected phone call. “Are you the woman who grew up in an apartment on Richton Street in Detroit about 70 or 75 years ago?” Lenchner remembers the caller asking. “This is Stuart Rubens, who used to live there. If it’s you, I was your neighbor, and I saw your contact information on the web.” Lenchner quickly replied. “By a...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 23 J N substance. Mark Pittman, a retired certified public accountant, is involved with the Utah Jewish Federation, and his two sons’ kids are active with the Jewish Community Center. “I’m delighted we reconnected as a group,” said Pittman, a subscriber to the Detroit Jewish News to stay in touch with the area. “Reunions are a good reason to come back to Michigan.” Rubens is a retired aeronautical engineer wit...…
…O n Nov. 10, the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations hosted “Stand Together — An Event of Unity, Strength and Resilience” at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Stand Together brought together thousands of Jewish Americans and allies of all ages from more than 220 Jewish organizations from across the coun- try. There were also tens of thousands of viewers wh...…
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…26 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 members to discuss pressing issues, foster solidarity and strengthen ties. Jewish Federation of Detroit Board President Gary Torgow was the chair of the General Assembly this year (see related story on page 4). About 50 Jewish communal leaders made up Detroit’s delegation at the Stand Together event. Dr. Conrad Giles, honorary presi- dent of World ORT and longtime local community leader and philanthropist, ...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 27 MATERIALS Almost Anything* BOLD and BRIGHT. *Items not allowed: • Glitter • Light blue crayons • Pencils • Computer generated artwork REQUIREMENTS A fully completed entry form (below) as well as a color photo of the artist who submitted. Photos must be taped or glued to the back of the art submission along with the entry form. Please no staples or paperclips. Only one submission per child is allowed. PRIZES...…
…A s a patron of the Jewish War Veterans (JWV), Department of Michigan, I’ve had the privilege of writing about its membership for the last several years. I know firsthand how grateful the JWV is for the JN’s con- tinued support. My military buddies are a busy bunch, and no time of year is busier than in and around Veterans Day. Congregation Shaarey Zedek (CSZ) held its annual Veterans Shabbat service on Saturday, Nov. 9, now in it...…
…Despite some inclement weather on Sunday, Nov. 10, the Jewish War Veterans Department of Michigan (JWV) once again participated in this year’s annual Detroit Veteran’s Day Parade. Several members braved the elements carry- ing the American, state of Michigan and JWV flags, while other members trailed in three cars that wound their way through the Corktown parade route. Fox 2 Chief Meteorologist, U.S. Air Force Veteran and member of the ...…
…JEWISH NEWS THE DETROIT Nominations for The Detroit Jewish News’ annual 36 under 36 are now open to recognize doers, activists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, community organizers and other young Jewish professionals reshaping and broadening Metro Detroit’s Jewish community. Do you know someone making an impact in the community for this special honor? 36 UNDER 36 Nominations Now Open! A special group of volunteer judges will be rev...…
…4 | NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 J N T here was a shift in her that many of us could relate to, a feeling that the events of Oct. 7 had flipped a switch within, prioritizing Jewish identity in ways that hadn’t been fully realized before. The last time I walked into the General Assembly (G.A.) of the Jewish Federations of North America, it was in Tel Aviv in April 2023, a conference so weighed down by division that you could feel it the ...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 31 J N HOME Welcome …
…T hinking of updating your kitchen? If it has been a while since you tended to the heart of your home, it might be time for a refresh. The good news? You don’t have to do an extensive (and expensive!) remodeling job to get a new look. You can spruce up your kitchen easily, in a weekend, with some small changes that will make a big impact. Here are some ideas from the pros at Kohler. Paint. Take one afternoon, a roll of painter’s tape,...…
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…F all and winter are peak seasons for home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). To protect your home, take proactive steps to safeguard against fires and to be sure your family is ready in case of an emergency. Here are practical things you can do to prevent fires from starting, and to respond quickly when necessary. Check your smoke detectors. Every fall and spring check your detectors and replace...…
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…I n case you’ve never heard of it, “Brown Friday” is as famous as Black Friday — at least in plumbing circles. The name refers to the brown sludge that builds up in kitchen sinks following major holi- days like Thanksgiving. Large gather- ings mean more cooking and cleanup, which causes grease and food waste to accumulate inside your pipes and clog your garbage disposal, leading to slow drainage or blockages that put a damper on you...…
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…T raditionally, saving up for a 20% down payment has been the largest obstacle for aspiring homeowners and this challenge is even more acute when interest rates drive monthly mortgage payments higher. Despite higher rates cooling home sales last year, hundreds of thousands of first-time homebuyers leveraged private mortgage insurance (MI) to put as little as 3% down to access homeownership. According to a report released by U.S. ...…
…NOVEMBER 28 • 2024 | 39 J N I f your walls could talk, what would the paint color say about you? You’re bold? Calm? Sophisticated? Whatever the answer would be, painting a wall multiple colors is an affordable, yet impactful, way to uniquely express your personality. A two-toned wall is an interior design technique that utilizes two paint colors on the same wall, allowing you to express your individual style and add dimension to a fl...…
