…20 August 29 • 2019 jn J ewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit CEO Scott Kaufman told his executive committee, staff and Federation board members he was leaving his job last week after a decade at the helm. He says he plans to focus his efforts on leading some innovative, collaborative projects aimed at strengthening Jewish com- munities. Kaufman of Huntington Woods had long been involved in lay leader- ship roles in the Jewish ...…
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…22 August 29 • 2019 jn Walk4Friendship H igh-flying stunts by pro- fessional pogo stick per- formers will punctuate one of Michigan’ s largest gatherings to support individuals and families of those with special needs. Thousands of people of all ages from across Metro Detroit will gather along Walnut Lake Road in West Bloomfield Sunday, Sept. 1, for Friendship Circle’ s 14th annual Walk4Friendship. The event raises crucial funds and...…
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…24 August 29 • 2019 jn jews d in the M elton educators are starting a new series of classes for parents of school-aged children. The Melton Parent Education Program begins Wednesday, Sept. 11, and runs for 12 weeks. The classes, taught by Rebecca Starr and Rabbi Michele Faudem, are designed for parents of newborns to eighth-graders and prepares parents to answer chil- dren’ s questions about Judaism and the opportunity to study ...…
…August 29 • 2019 25 jn Elevate Your Next Event T H E N E W LY R E N O V A T E D W A B E E K C LU B P R E M I E R G O L F C O U R S E - 4 0 0 P E R S O N B A N Q U E T M E M B E R S O N LY W W W . W A B E E K C C . C O M 4 0 0 0 C LU B G A T E D R , B LO O M F I E L D T W P , M I 4 8 3 0 2 | 2 4 8 - 8 5 5 - 0 7 0 0 …
…26 August 29 • 2019 jn jews d in the Schmoozing with Mimi Marcus M imi Marcus’ s passion for photographing rescue animals to pair them with owners developed into Together Fureverr. Marcus is director of programs at The Well, as well as a fellow at Taglit-Birthright Israel. She is the former director of engagement at MSU Hillel and grad- uated from Saginaw Valley State University in 2015. Her page, Together Fureverr, showcases...…
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…28 August 29 • 2019 jn 28 August 29 • 2019 jn B efore Andrew Grossman, 45, of Southfield underwent gastric bypass surgery, he had to overcome a whole host of health, environ- mental and lifestyle challenges. For one, as a 41-year-old, he was close to 400 pounds, had high blood pressure, Type 2 diabe- tes and was coping with a MRSA infection, all while running the Bread Basket Deli restaurant in Madison Heights. Then he had a heart attac...…
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…30 August 29 • 2019 jn TUITION-FREE VIRTUAL EDUCATION Tuition-free Kindergarten through 12th grade World-renowned curriculum An active school community Call us today! 248.209.2071 Apply now at vlac.org ACADEMY VIRTUAL LEARNING Consortium NOW ENROLLING! continued from page 28 jews d in the Lighthouse, a Pontiac-based non- profit dedicated to fighting home- lessness and poverty, broke ground on Coolidge Place, the organization’...…
…August 29 • 2019 31 jn continued on page 32 Young Jews Making Moves: Benny Shaevsky Between his advocacy about traveling with allergies to developing his own nonprofi t, 16-year-old Benny Shaevsky has a passion for helping others. F rankel Jewish Academy (FJA) senior Benny Shaevsky knows how to stay busy. Shaevsky is a member of the National Honor Society, the tennis team and serves as the president of FJA’ s Anti-Defamat...…
…32 August 29 • 2019 jn continued from page 31 jews d in the great event on its own, but it got me thinking about the seniors that can’ t make it to the synagogue and would benefit even more from this knowledge.” With a little help from his dad, he was able to develop his nonprof- it organization through the IRS and the state of Michigan. “My goal was never to make money off of this,” Shaevsky said. “I wanted to help people in need ...…
…August 29 • 2019 33 jn Ten years ago, we celebrated the grand opening of our West Bloomfield Hospital. And in the years that followed, we’ve celebrated other milestones as well: Medical breakthroughs, innovative new technologies and a healing environment for our patients, from brain surgery, orthopedics and cancer care to our birthing and wellness centers. Treating the whole patient — body and mind — we offer a revolutionary exper...…
…34 August 29 • 2019 jn jews d in the Fundraiser to Fight Substance Abuse The Jamie Daniels Foundation (JDF), an initiative of the Children’ s Foundation, is preparing for its very first event, The Celebrity Roast of Mickey Redmond, which will take place Sept. 7, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel’ s Sound Board. Mike “Doc” Emerick, TV voice of the NHL on NBC, will serve as the emcee. Local celebrity “roasters” include John Davidson, S...…
…August 29 • 2019 35 jn CLASS OF 1922-1972 September 13-14, 2019 I Troy, Michigan Did you graduate, attend classes or teach at Walsh College between 1922 and 1972? We would love to have you with your family and friends attend the Walsh reunion for class years: 1922-1972 Please reach out to us to learn more! email alumni@walshcollege.edu, call 248-823-1298 or register online foundation.walshcollege.edu/alumnievents Parkinson’s D...…
…36 August 29 • 2019 jn PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN HARDWICK jews d in the | faces&places On Sunday, Aug. 18, an estimated 7,000 people took part in the the fourth Annual Hazon Michigan Jewish Food Festival, designed to bring Metro Detroit Jews together to gain awareness in the areas of food, food justice, sustainability and health. This year’ s festival featured approxi- mately 160 Jewish organizations, local vendors and justice groups. ...…
…August 29 • 2019 37 jn moments Bradley Jordan Anstandig, son of Alissa and Bryan Anstandig of West Bloomfield, will be called to the Torah as he celebrates his bar mitz- vah on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills. He will be joined in celebration by his sister Emily and proud grandparents Sarah Brown and Louis Brown, and Michael and Shellie Anstandig. Bradley is a student at Walnut Creek Middle S...…
…38 August 29 • 2019 jn moments continued from page 37 K en and Sharon Chupack of Walled Lake will celebrate their 50th anni- versary on Sept. 1, 2019. They were high school sweethearts in 1965. They are the proud parents of Scott (JC) and Eric, and grandparents of Sam and Dylan. The couple celebrated with family in July on a cruise to Alaska and will continue the cele- bration with Florida family in September. Chupack 50th S andi ...…
…I n this week’ s portion, the Torah seems to be speaking of the holy city of Jerusalem (Deuteronomy 12:5-6) because it appears in the context of Israel’ s entry into the Promised Land and the necessity to destroy the altars of idolatry before estab- lishing our Temple to God. But why is Jerusalem not named? Maimonides offers expla- nations. First, he felt that publication of the name of the unique city would only incite the other ...…
…40 August 29 • 2019 jn R ough-and-tumble journalist Mike Wallace is remembered for not holding back on any questions he thought his television viewers wanted asked — whether of political leaders, business notables or entertainment luminaries. Wallace demanded answers and didn’ t mind repeating his questions in different ways to elicit what he thought should be known. When it came to questions asked of him, however, Wallace, a contr...…
…I met a documentary film director. I was suddenly fascinated with the documen- tary because I felt it could be almost any- thing to tell a story. I felt it was a much more free medium and got into it. ” A Vanity Fair article about Wallace, read and retained by Belkin, delved into how the broadcaster became more reflective as he aged and described how he was fascinated with people’ s weak spots and very aware of his own Achilles’ ...…
…42 August 29 • 2019 jn E ver wonder what the idea of par- adise ultimately could mean for you or someone else? Dick Goody, director of the Oakland University Art Gallery, gives people a chance to view the concept from the imaginations represented visually by a group of international artists. Goody, also an associate professor of art and curator of the art collection at the university, has curated the exhibit “Your Very Own Paradise” ...…
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…44 August 29 • 2019 jn celebrity jews arts&life AT THE MOVIES AND MORE After the Wedding is an American remake of an acclaimed 2006 Danish film of the same name that was co-written by and directed by Susanne Bier, 58. Bier, a Danish Jew, also directed In a Better World (2007 Oscar for best foreign language film) and Bird Box, a 2018 Netflix film. It was a critical hit. Bird was from a novel by Detroit native Josh Malerman, 44. T...…
…August 29 • 2019 45 jn DAVE KOZ Building on the massive success of their Summer Horns projects, Dave Koz and Friends are returning to the road with the brass-fueled, feel-good tour of the summer. Joining Grammy-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz will be Gerald Albright (saxophone), Rick Braun (trumpet), Kenny Lattimore (vocals), Aubrey Logan (trombone and vocals) and Adam Hawley (guitarist) at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill st...…
…46 August 29 • 2019 jn JOIN US IN FRANKLIN ON LABOR DAY! MONDAY, LABOR DAY FRANKLIN ROUND UP Questions? J an e Pol an janeg pola n @ao l . co m 24 8.51 4.9 09 7 Franklin’s 39th Fine Art Fair on The Village Green …
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…48 August 29 • 2019 jn JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY ANTIQUES SCHMIDT’ S ANTIQUES INC. Since 1911 (734) 434-2660 www.SchmidtsAntiques.com Auctioneers, fine antiques and appraisers since 1911, Schmidt’ s has been instrumental in uniting buyers and sellers of art and antiques through the process known as auctions. We strive to make the entire process simple, honest and productive for both parti...…
…August 29 • 2019 49 jn SUMMER IMPRESSIONS DAY CAMP 4150 Middlebelt Road West Bloomfi eld, MI 48323 (248) 661-3630 www.summerimpressions.com Facebook: Summer Impressions Day Camp Looking for an active, noncompetitive, fun-fi lled and safe environment with beautiful playgrounds, miniature golf, Ga-Ga courts, tennis and basketball courts, table tennis, two in-ground heated swimming pools, an arcade game room, plus more? Come join th...…
…JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY 50 August 29 • 2019 jn WABEEK COUNTRY CLUB 4000 Club Gate Drive Bloomfi eld Hills, MI 48302 (248) 855-0700 wabeekcc.org Nestled in the heart of Oakland County, Wabeek Country Club off ers a legendary golf experience, designed by Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye. The beauty and breathtaking views are mirrored in the completely renovated clubhouse. Now featuring an outs...…
…August 29 • 2019 51 jn YESHIVA BETH YEHUDAH P.O. Box 2044 Southfield, MI 48037 (248) 557-6750 info@yby.org Yeshiva Beth Yehudah is the largest Jewish school system in Michigan, providing quality Torah-based and secular educational programs. More than 1,100 students in pre-nursery though grade 12 receive an excellent foundation to become future leaders of our community. ENTERTAINMENT/PARTY PLANNING ANDREA SOLOMON 6405 Tamerlane D...…
…52 August 29 • 2019 jn continued from page XX continued on page XX JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY FINANCIAL BERNARD WEALTH MANAGEMENT 600 S. Adams Road Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 556-2900 www.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 persona...…
…August 29 • 2019 53 jn HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL 26640 Greenfield Road Oak Park, MI 48237 (248) 543-1622 (800) 736-5033 www.hebrewmemorial.org Entering our second century as your community-owned funeral chapel. We are here for you 24 hours a day. Anyone can acknowledge that your loved one died. We understand that your loved one lived. THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL 18325 W. Nine Mile Road Southfield, MI 48075 (248) 559-0020 www.irakaufman.com...…
…54 August 29 • 2019 jn JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY FIENMAN DENTAL, PLLC Adam Fienman DDS 5813 W. Maple Road, Suite 131 West Bloomfield, MI 48322 (248) 539-3600 www.fienmandds.com Our practice continues the foundation established by Dr. Allen Platt. We provide exceptional, personalized dental care in a warm, friendly environment. We offer all aspects of state-of-the-art dentistry, with an emp...…
…August 29 • 2019 55 jn TEAM REHABILITATION PHYSICAL THERAPY 32255 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 155 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 419-3388 www.team-rehab.com info@team-rehab.com A network of therapist-owned clinics whose mission is to be the best source of outpatient physical therapy. We want our patients to enjoy therapy and get clear improvements in their health. TEAM REHABILITATION PHYSICAL THERAPY 6405 Telegraph Road, Suite F1 Bloom...…
…JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY 56 August 29 • 2019 jn FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE 6892 W . Maple Road West Bloomfi eld, MI 48322 (248) 788-7878 Fax: (248) 788-7854 friend@friendshipcircle.org www.friendshipcircle.org facebook.com/fcmichigan Friendship Circle provides assistance and support to the families of individuals with special needs by providing recreational, social and educational programming that ...…
…August 29 • 2019 57 jn Temple Emanu-El where you belong EREV ROSH HASHANAH: Sun, Sep 29th: 5:00pm ROSH HASHANAH: Mon, Sep 30th: 10:30am Tot & Family: 9:00am KOL NIDRE: Tue, Oct 8th: 8:00pm YOM KIPPUR: Wed, Oct 9th: 10:30am Tot & Family: 9:00am Join us for High Holiday Services complimentary tickets available for tickets call 248-967-4020 or email TempleFamily@emanuel-mich.org if you’re looking for a religious school, ch...…
…JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY 58 August 29 • 2019 jn PETS 4 PAWS COMMUNITY CENTER 2244 Franklin Road Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (248) 230-PAWS (7297) reservations@4pawscc.com www.4pawscc.com Pets love us! We off er a fun day of play at doggie daycare and also overnight boarding in luxury condos for dogs and cats. We have professional grooming services and dog training classes. Overnight sta...…
…August 29 • 2019 59 jn RESTAURANTS ANTONIO’ S CUCINA ITALIANA Canton: (734) 981-9800 Dearborn Heights: (313) 278-6000 Farmington Hills: (248) 994-4000 Dearborn: (313) 842-2100 Livonia: (734) 513-8000 (No Banquets) www.antoniosrestaurants.com Antonio’ s Cucina Italiana, the Rugiero family and its staff have impressed their guests since 1964 with their traditional and authentic Italian cuisine. Signature dishes like Gnocchi Rita, ...…
…60 August 29 • 2019 jn JEWISH NEWS' MICHIGAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY C O M M U N I T Y DIRECTORY CONGREGATION SHAAREY ZEDEK 27375 Bell Road Southfi eld, MI 48034-2079 (248) 357-5544 csz.info@shaareyzedek.org www.shaareyzedek.org Congregation Shaarey Zedek is a warm, welcoming, inclusive, egalitarian Conservative Jewish community that provides innovative, stimulating and diverse spiritual and educational leadership and social opportuniti...…
…August 29 • 2019 61 jn TEMPLE ISRAEL 5725 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 Temple Israel Offices: (248) 661-5700 Fax: (248) 661-1302 Tyner Religious School: (248) 661-5725 Early Childhood Center: (248) 661-5750 info@temple-israel.org Temple Israel is an inclusive Reform congregation achieving its religious and ethical mission through spiritual fulfillment, dynamic programming, lifelong learning, cultural enrichment and social ...…
…62 August 29 • 2019 jn RUTHAN BRODSKY CONTRIBUTING WRITER Seniors are advised to keep up on vaccinations. I f you are 55 or older and not up to date with your vaccinations, you are not alone. About 30 percent of you skipped a flu shot in 2017, two- thirds didn’ t receive the recommended shingles vaccine and 43 percent were not current for tetanus shots, according to a 2017 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...…
…August 29 • 2019 63 jn T he average age of an individual in an intensive medical care situation is his 60s, according to Susan P. Shapiro, Ph.D., a research professor at the American Bar Foundation. For that reason, it’ s critical to designate a surrogate decision maker who can and will effectively advocate for desired medical care. Many times, it’ s a matter of life or death. “It’ s the ultimate decision,” said Shapiro, who resid...…
…64 August 29 • 2019 jn L ewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a complex, challenging brain disorder that affects many parts of the brain. Although less known than its “cousins” Parkinson’ s and Alzheimer’ s, it affects 1.4 million Americans. Where Alzheimer’ s is the most common form of dementia, it is followed by LBD and then Parkinson’ s. Henry Paulson, M.D., Ph.D., University of Michigan, says: “Despite the prevalence of Lewy Body Dement...…
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…66 August 29 • 2019 jn An international research team led by the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa has developed innovative, AI-based soft- ware to detect obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition in which people stop breathing for about 10 seconds or more during sleep. The prevalence of this syndrome increases with age and affects more than one in five indi- viduals in the general adult population — par- ticularly males ...…
…August 29 • 2019 67 jn The Sandwich Generation Jenny didn’t know what to do to help her parents. Her father was getting frail, her mother was having trouble with her memory and Jenny was concerned about them living alone. She worried when they went to the doctor without her, but her parents didn’t want to be a burden by taking her away from her work or her children, and insisted they were “just up in the hospital. Welcome to the Sa...…
…68 August 29 • 2019 jn Modifying Genes Technion/Rambam doctor works to reduce cardiovascular disease. At a time when cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, a professor at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and senior cardiologist at the Rambam Medical Center, both in Haifa, is tackling the idea of modi- fying genes to fix failing hearts. Speaking to American Technion Society supporters and comm...…
…August 29 • 2019 69 jn Doctors at Israel’ s Sheba Medical Center, Tel HaShomer, are bringing hope to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Dr. Lidia Gabis, a Sheba pediatric neurologist and researcher, discovered that a combination of the drug donepezil (commonly known as Aricept, used to treat Alzheimer’ s disease) and choline (a food additive that Gabis hypothesized could enhance the drug) improved receptive...…
