…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...…
