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FEBRUARY 2020 • SHEVAT/ADAR 5780 • Volume 62, No. 1
MESSENGER FUNDED BY THE PAUL AND LOIS KATZMAN ENDOWMENT
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 1
SONG: THE ULTIMATE ANTI-DEPRESSANT
This week we celebrate Shabbat Such is the raison d’être for this year’s Laker concert artists,
Shira - the Sabbath of Song. Each Six13. Six13 is a groundbreaking, six-man a cappella vocal
year in the middle of winter, we band that is bringing an unprecedented style and energy to
are called upon to hear the singing Jewish music, with nothing but the power of the human voice.
voices of liberation, the voices of
Juxtaposing the traditional and the contemporary, Six13
our ancestors who stood at the
is anchored by a strong Jewish identity, fueled by soulful
shore of the sea. After generations
harmonies, intricate arrangements and their signature dynamic,
of sadness and depression, of what
full-band-like sound, and driven by a mission to connect Jews
seemed like a certain death of the
around the world with their heritage through music.
spirit, the Israelites suddenly break into song and renew
their spiritual quest for meaning and significance. The New York City-based group is an international
phenomenon both online, where their videos have been
Shabbat Shira is one of the few Shabbatot that have a
viewed over 15 million times, and in traditional media,
specific name. It is in this week’s Torah portion, B’shalach,
having been featured in national television and press like
that we find the ancient Israelites’ destiny finally revealed.
The Today Show, CNN, Huffington Post, Time Magazine
If you were to look in the Torah at this week’s portion,
and more. They performed at the White House for a private
you would find something unlike any other in the scroll - a
audience of President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle
section set apart chanted with its own melody, a mosaic of
Obama and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
words and poetry - a song. This is called Shirat Hayam, the
Bruno Mars liked their Passover version of his song so much,
Song of the Sea. It is the primal outpouring of music that
he posted it on his own Facebook page.
bursts forth from our peoples’ collective soul having crossed
the Red Sea, released from slavery to freedom. Be sure to save Sunday, April 26th at 4 pm on your
calendars when Temple Israel will host the amazing Six13
It is the Shira (the Song) that gets top billing because our
(see pg 17 for details).
sages recognized that song is the most liberating of all
activities. Song is the medium that uplifts the soul from the The celebration of song will only continue as we usher
mundane to the holy. in the month of May with a full-scale Broadway show,
Children of Eden, featuring talent of all ages from within
A colleague of mine once told me that “those who sing
our congregation and presented in our very own Sanctuary!
prays twice.” It’s true. Those who sing do pray twice -- first,
to express a yearning to be free; and a second time to Based on the story of Genesis, the age-old conflict
celebrate the freedom that has been attained. This song is of parents and children takes the bimah in this epic,
recited every day in the traditional morning service; a phrase heartfelt musical from theatre legend, Stephen Schwartz
of it is found in the prayer of redemption immediately after (of “Wicked” fame). Join us on Thursday, April 30th and
the Shema, known to nearly all Jews: “Mi Chamocha Ba’elim Saturday, May 2nd at 7pm and Sunday, May 3rd at 2 pm as
Adonai” – who is like You among gods that are worshipped? we take on the story of the Old Testament in this moving,
We remember our ancestors, who yearned to be free, and foot-stomping musical, produced and directed by Stephanie
we celebrate their liberation and ours. Michaels’ Ignite Productions, and powered by Temple Israel
and the Ethel Hyman and Rose Kaplan Foundation.
As many have considered, song is at the core of human
creativity, a crucial aspect of our learning, worship and faith This Shabbat Shira, may we all hear the song of the universe,
community. For song opens our hearts. We sing for joy, but celebrating the beauty and wonder around us, and add our
we also sing in lament; song captures our innermost feelings own notes to create an even more wonderful and lasting
and yearnings. harmony.
Cantor Neil Michaels
2 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple Israel
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
In Review – Kehillah and Shabbat Singers: Our Artist in
Residence, Jacob “Spike” Kraus, and our amazing Shabbat Singers
came together for a Kehillah service over Chanukah. The packed
IN THIS ISSUE
Herman Hall was filled with children’s voices, brand new music from
Spike’s Chanukah EP, and the biggest smiles you can imagine.
3 | Religious Services
5 | World Zionist Congress Election
ROSH CHODESH - ADAR 6 | Tikkun Olam - Helping Others
Tuesday, February 25 • 7 pm
8 | Temple Community
Celebrate the new moon and a
new month! This women’s spirituality
10 | Susan & Rabbi Harold Loss
Early Childhood Center
group gathers monthly to discuss important issues of
religious and current events. For more information and 12 | Tyner Religious School - Education
to RSVP, contact Kim Heraud at kim@temple-israel.org 15 | Temple Youth
or 248-661-5700 x125.
16 | Temple Music
MINYAN SERVICE 18 | Robert Sosnick Family Life Center
Monday - Thursday • 7:30 am
20 | Libraries & Media Center
Sundays and holidays • 9 am
A wonderful way to start your day, to support fellow 22 | Our Affiliates
congregants in worship, and to bond with your 26 | Life Cycle Events
community. Coffee, juice, and bagels are available. Please 30 | Tributes
join us. Funded by the Mary Lou & Gary Berndt Minyan
39 | February Calendar
Fund, the Lipson Family Daily Minyan Fund and the
Samson Family Minyan Fund.
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 3
RELIGIOUS SERVICES (CONTINUED)
SHABBAT SOLOS
OU
LICI S Shabbat Solos…a group that sits together at the
SICAL, INCLUSIV E , DE
MU Kabbalat Shabbat Friday night services, for those
W attending services alone or for the first time. Like to
E
AN
help, join the group or know someone who could
benefit from it? Call or text Mary Jane Larson at 734-
812-8170.
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PERIE N C
FA T EX KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICE – SHABBAT SHIRA
M BA Friday, February 7, 2020 • 7 pm
I LY S H A B
See page 17 for details.
KEHILAH SHABBAT
Friday, Friday, February 14 • 6:45 pm
FEBRUARY 14 Join Rabbi Jen Lader and Jacob Spike Kraus for a
Shabbat you won’t want to miss! Come sing, dance,
6:45 PM* and welcome Shabbat - perfect for families with young
children. Graciously hosted by Amy & Jared Berman
(address provided upon registration). Register online
at temple-israel.org/kehilah. Don’t delay—registration
is limited! Free & open to the community. Please note,
dinner will not be provided. Bring a dessert to pass!
SHABBAT IN THE SUN
Friday, February 7 • 7:30 pm at Atlantic Community
High School (2455 W. Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL)
Friday, March 27 • 7 pm at Temple Kol Ami
(15030 N 64th St, Scottsdale, AZ)
Funded by The Dr. Sol Luft and Beatrice Locker Luft
Arizona Shabbat in the Sun Memorial Fund.
FLORIDA The service is complimentary, but we do ask that you
RSVP with the number of people who will be attending.
February 7 • 7:30 pm For more information and to RSVP, contact Cassi Cohen
NE W
Atlantic Community at ccohen@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700. Please
LOC ATION! High School do not call the school for information about this event.
All questions should be directed to Temple Israel.
ARIZONA
March 27 • 7 pm
Temple Kol Ami
Funded by The Dr. Sol Luft and Beatrice Locker Luft
Arizona Shabbat in the Sun Memorial Fund.
4 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple Israel
WHAT IS THIS ELECTION ABOUT?
The World Zionist Congress (WZC) meets every
5 years to establish policies for Israeli society.
Jews from around the world vote for a slate that
represents their values and determines how
1 billion dollars will be allocated.
HOW CAN I VOTE FOR
REFORM VALUES?
The Vote Reform slate will prioritize and provide
financial support to pluralism, equality, tolerance
and inclusion in Israel, including:
• Marriage equality
• Recognition of non-Orthodox marriages
• Desegregation
• Equality of men and women
• LGBTQ inclusion
WHEN CAN I VOTE?
Voting is taking place online now thru March 11,
2020. Voting takes less than 2 minutes and it’s all
done on your phone, tablet or computer. You can
also come to Temple Israel, where we will have
voting stations set up for you.
WHO CAN VOTE?
Anyone who identifies as Jewish, is over the age
of 18 (as of June 30, 2020), and lives in the U.S.
(note: dual citizens of Israel and the U.S. who did
not vote in the last Israeli election are eligible).
VOTING IS QUICK AND EASY.
All voting will be completed online and will be
accessible from mobile devices. It is a simple
process and will take only a few minutes.
VOTE NOW! - WWW.AZM.ORG
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 5
TIKKUN OLAM HELPING OTHERS
In Review - Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams: Hundreds of POP TAB COLLECTION
Temple Israel members came to Beaumont to light up the night. A Temple Israel will continue to collect pop tabs for the
bright Mitzvah indeed!
Ronald McDonald House of Detroit on an ongoing
basis. Please help by collecting and bringing your pop
SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMMING
Social Action Programming is supported by the tabs to Temple. Collecting pop tabs helps support the
Lynn & Harvey Rubin Social Action Fund. operations of Ronald McDonald Houses. For more
information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@temple-
FREE FRESH FOOD PANTRY israel.org or 248-661-5700.
Tuesdays, February 4 & 18 • 3 - 5 pm
Free Fr VOLUNTEER AT DIXON
esh
Free Fresh Food for those in need.
Pick up food at Temple Israel the first Help make a difference in a child’s life! Temple Israel
and third Tuesday of every month is thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Dixon
from 3 - 5 pm. Photo ID required. Educational Learning Academy in Detroit. The school
For more information, contact Gabby Zilberberg at serves students in kindergarten through 8th grade with
gabby@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700. a loving staff and environment where children are first.
Dixon Elementary/Middle School has a uniform dress
YAD EZRA code. Temple volunteers are needed to help read with
Sunday, February 23 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm kindergarten students. Days and times are flexible. For
Looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity with more information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@
minimal time commitment? Deliver food temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
to the homebound with Yad Ezra! Register
online at temple-israel.org/yadezra.
6 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple Israel
Housing the South Oakland Shelter: Temple Israel would like to thank our dedicated volunteers who helped with this
year’s project with the South Oakland Shelter. Your hard work, energy and commitment to this cause truly made a
difference in the lives of thirty men, women and children from the South Oakland Shelter. We could not have done it
without all of our countless volunteers who donated their time and services.
A special thank you to our dedicated co-chairs: Art Dubin, Jane Schelberg, Andrew Schelberg and Jack Wander.
Thank you for everything!!! You truly are the heart of this mitzvah project! Many thanks to our fabulous committee:
Mike Anspach, Janice Cherkasky, Beth Kirschner, Marilyn Moss, Randi Richmond, Amy Wander and Michelle Winston,
Johannah Schiffer and Talia Dolgin for the outstanding job they did!
“Todah Rabah” to Temple’s wonderful affiliate groups: Sisterhood, Brotherhood & YFTI for their help and support. We
would also like to thank Temple Israel’s Cause We Care, Shoshana Arden and JARC for their help and hard work!
Finally, to the many individuals and businesses who gave so much of their time and services to make this week a
success – we thank you for your continued support and generosity!
Special thanks to the Lynn & Harvey Rubin Social Action Fund, and Steven Gotlib Memorial Fund.
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 7
TEMPLE COMMUNITY
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMMING (20S-40S)
Temple Israel Young Adult Programming is supported by
Marilyn & Walter Wolpin.
PJ’S, PANCAKES & PRAYER
Saturday, February 1 • 5 pm crafts & activities, followed
by dinner and Havdalah
SHABBAT FOR TOTS - SNOWY SHABBAT
Saturday, February 15 • 10:30 am
Families with children 5 years and
under are invited for a unique
Shabbat experience! Join our
Temple Israel clergy and early childhood educator,
Jodie Kanagur, as we celebrate a wintery Shabbat with
crafts, activities, songs, snacks and prayer! Register
online at temple-israel.org/ShabbatForTots by
Monday, February 10th. Questions? Contact Miriam at
miriam@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700. Supported
by the Audrey & William Farber Education Fund.
COLLEGE DINNER DATE
Sunday, February 23 • 5:30 pm – East Lansing
Sunday nights in the winter can be lonely on a
college campus. Join Temple Israel for dinner
Chuck Fishman Exhibit and an evening filled with good company.
The photographs in the exhibit are drawn from and supplementing The Temple Israel clergy will dine with our students on
Chuck Fishman’s book, Polish Jews: The Final Chapter (1977), it the above date. Reservations are required. To register
presents an in-depth, photographic look at the state of Jewish life in
or learn more, contact Miriam Baxter at 248-661-5700
Poland from the mid-1970s to 2016, a dwindling remnant of a once
vibrant community. Jews had survived near-annihilation under Nazism. or miriam@temple-israel.org. College dinners are
With the passing of four decades, however, the narrative has radically supported by the Temple Israel Brotherhood.
changed. The fall of Communism has engendered a transformative
rebirth, a ‘return to identity’ among many young Poles discovering
hidden Jewish roots. The renewal of Jewish life in Poland is an
GENERAL PROGRAMMING
extraordinary story that has its roots in the preservation and COLLEGE CONNECTION
continuation of Jewish life under Communism. Do you have a student going off to college? How about
one or two of them already there? Make sure they stay
Are you looking for a special way to honor someone you love?
Consider dedicating a beautiful piece of Judaic artwork. By making connected with Temple Israel by signing them up for
a gift to the Museum in honor or in memory of a loved one, or in our College Connection. It’s easy! Once we have your
honor of a life cycle event, you will be part of the continuing legacy student’s contact information, he or she will receive
of a permanent Judaic collection, which will be enjoyed
the Temple Israel Messenger, information on special
by Temple Israel for generations to come.
events occurring in the Jewish world, invitation to dinner
For more information and questions,
contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@temple-israel.org sponsored by Brotherhood, gift packages for the holidays
or 248-661-5700. and more! Register online at temple-israel.org/college.
8 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple Israel
Save the
Date!
GAME DAY
A Very
Frozen
Thursday, February 6 • 1 - 4 pm
Bring your friends and your
favorite game! Canasta, Bridge, Mahjong, Pinochle,
Euchre & Rummikub. Coffee, tea and snacks will be
Purim
served. There is no charge to attend but reservations
are required by the Monday prior to Game Day.
Register online at temple-israel.org/gameday.
AIPAC POLICY CONFERENCE
March 1 - 3 • Washington, D.C. Sunday, March 8, 2020
Join Rabbi Hornsten, Cantor Smolash and fellow
members of Temple Israel for the largest annual
11–11:45 AM Children’s Purim Spiel
gathering of America’s pro-Israel movement. Expand
your experience by also joining us for the pre-
conference Shabbaton on Friday & Saturday, February
11:50 AM–2 PM YFTI Purim Carnival
28-29. Register at AIPACPolicyConference.org or
*9:30–10:45 AM Toddler Carnival Pre-Glow
contact Tatiana Papas at 312-253-8966.
JB25
Please join us as we light our future celebrating
Rabbi Josh Bennett & Family for their 25 years
serving Temple Israel.
SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, Saturday,
Monday, March 9 • 7pm
June 19, 2020 June 20, 2020
Kabbalat Shabbat Service Special Evening Celebration
Adults only!
O R L ’AT I D
LIGHTING THE FUTURE
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 9
THE AUDREY & WILLIAM FARBER ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE
SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Join Rabbi Jen Lader, Rabbi Arianna Gordon MOM & SON GLOWBOWL
Thursday, February 6 • 5 pm
and their families! at Langan’s Nor-West Lanes
(32905 Northwestern Hwy,
Farmington Hills)
$36 for adults; kids are free!
Age appropriate for children
6 and under. Includes 2
games, shoes, pizza, juice and special treats for all!
*Any special person is welcome to attend in lieu of a
parent, and everyone is welcome. Register online at
temple-israel.org/MomSonBowl. Supported by the
Stark Family Fund and the Dorothy & Arnold Collens
Family Event Fund.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY ECC MID-WINTER BREAK BEGINS (NO SCHOOL)
Monday, February 17 (School resumes on Monday,
FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 1 February 24)
Butzel Conference Center • Ortonville, MI
ECC FAMILY CAMP
Join us for this exciting family event! February 28 - March 1, 2020
We’ll celebrate Shabbat, sing, play games and PURIM SPIEL
take part in a variety of fun-filled activities in Sunday, March 8 • 10:45 am
an exciting camp environment. See page 9 for details.
Register online at
PARENT CONNECTION
temple-israel.org/eccfamilycamp Wednesday, March 18 • 9:15 am
or contact Natalie at
248-661-5750. DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
Thursday, March 26 • 5:30 pm
Deadline PASSOVER MAGIC MOMENTS
to register Friday, April 3 • 9 am
extended to
2/10/20! CELEBRATE PURIM WITH THE MITZVAH OF
MISHLOACH MANOT!
Send delicious treats with your Purim
greetings to your child’s ECC Teachers
$225/family of 2 • $275/family of 3
$325/family of 4 • $375/family of 5 • $425/family of 6 & Staff, Temple Clergy & Staff or
Space is very limited - registration and payment Family & Friends! To sign up, go to
due by 2/10/20 temple-israel.org/ECCPurim or contact Faye Krut
ECC Family Camp is supported by the with questions at 248-432-7360.
Audrey & William Farber Early Childhood Center Fund
10 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelJoin us for a summertime of fun!
SUMMER 2020
SESSION 1 SESSION 3
June 22 – July 10 August 3 – August 21
SESSION 2
July 13 – July 31
Care
Early & Late
ily
Available Da
larships
Liberal Scho
rough the
Available Th
liam Farber
Audrey & Wil
Endowment
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 11TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
In Review – Raise Your Yad!: Families preparing for their Bar In Review – Drag Queen Storytime: We partnered up with
and Bat Mitzvahs created incredible and unique Yaddayim to use PJ Library for a wonderful afternoon of music, stories and tons
to read from the Torah on their special day! of fun!
FAMILY EDUCATION PURIM FAMILY FROLIC
For more information on any of these Family Education Sunday, March 1 • 12:15 - 2 pm at The Friendship Circle
Programs or to RSVP, contact Alicia Goldman at 248-661- Families with elementary
5725 or email alicia@temple-israel.org
school-age children* are
THE FRUITS & ROOTS OF TU B’SHEVAT invited to meet us at The
wi
Friendship Circle after
Sunday, February 9 • 12 - 2 pm t
h
Families with elementary school- Religious School for an
age children are invited to join afternoon of Purim fun! Enjoy
us after Religious School for lunch & Hamentaschen with
an afternoon of lunch, learning the families of the Friendship Circle before exploring
and environmental awareness the incredible Life Town via a Purim Parcel scavenger
in honor of Tu B’Shevat, the hunt! Together we will assemble the parcels to give
birthday of the trees! Enjoy a away, all while learning the story and traditions of this
unique fruit tasting, get the dirt on the roots of the holiday, festive holiday. *All ages welcome. Temple members:
and create a special project made entirely of recycled $36/family; non-members: $45/family (lunch included).
materials with Arts & Scraps! Members: $36 per family; Register online at temple-israel.org/familyfrolic by
non-members: $45/family (lunch included). Register online February 24th. For more information, contact Alicia at
at temple-israel.org/tu-b by Monday, February 3rd. For 248-661-5725. This program is supported by the Stark
more information, contact Alicia at 248-661-5725. This Family Fund.
program is supported by the Stark Family Fund.
12 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelSAVE THE DATE:
FAMILY CAMP 2020
Educators’
May 15 -17, 2020
Registration begins on February
10th. Spaces are limited and
available on a first-come May 15-17, 2020
Shabbat
at the Butzel Conference Center
in Ortonville, Michigan
first-serve basis! For more
information visit temple-israel.org/familycamp.
ADULT EDUCATION
For more information on any of these Adult Education
Classes or to RSVP, contact the Education Office at 248-
661-5725 or email lkaplan@temple-israel.org
USER’S GUIDE FOR THE SOUL
Thursdays, February 13, 20, 27 & continuing • 10 - 11 am
Do you want to learn about the structure of your soul?
Is it possible to navigate the flow of consciousness
through the body more masterfully? Through delving FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020 • 11 ADAR 5780
into this powerful kabbalistic text, you will gain the Please join us for a special service at 7:30 pm
tools to discover your highest self and master the celebrating Jewish teaching and learning.
challenges of your life. Taught by Cantor Smolash. Teacher awards will be presented at services,
followed by a sweet oneg.
RSVP to Maya Grinboim at maya@temple-israel.org
or 248-661-5700. RSVP to Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725 or
lkaplan@temple-israel.org
ADULT CREATIVE ART WORKSHOP – HANDS ON
ART WITH JANE! HONORING OUR TEACHERS FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE
Thursdays • 1 - 2:30 pm 5 YEARS:
Laura Charnas | Julie Dowgiallo | Ashley Ellentuck
Feb 13 – Amazing Agam-Inspired Modern Wall Art Israel Grinwald | Lindsay Ishbia | Marci Rotenberg
Mar 12 – Custom Designed Elijah Cup 10 YEARS:
Avi Kidron | Lisa McNulty
Join the fun with Jane Alkon, creating beautiful
15 YEARS:
handcrafted pieces inspired by Jewish artists and Sue Dumond | Lorri Goldman | Irena Korogodsky
themes. Jane will take you step by step through the 20 YEARS:
creative process as you discover your inner artist. Deborah Chasnick | Natalie Cohen | Sheryl Lederman
Michele Levine | Jackie Taffel | Gayle Goodman
Think you’re not creative? Then these workshops are
RETIREMENT:
perfect for you! You’re guaranteed to come away with a Gayle Goodman
wonderful piece that will surely amaze you. Cost is $7/ OUTSTANDING TEACHER AWARD
Sponsored by the Ethel & Robert Danto Children’s Library & Media Center Fund
Member per class; $10/Non-member per class. Register Amy Scapelliti
online at temple-israel.org/art. Supported by the OUTSTANDING HEBREW STUDENT AWARD
Audrey & William Farber Education Fund. Sponsored by the Maurice Edwin Barr Hebrew Scholarship Fund
Charles Bassey, 4th grade
Hayden Frishman, 5th grade
Eli Haenick, 6th grade
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 13TYNER (CONTINUED)
SHABBAT TISCH
Saturdays • 9:15 - 10:30 am
Join us for a Shabbat morning of insights and
investigation into the texts of our Bible. Led by
volunteer facilitator, Norrine Freeman.
ASK: CIVIL DISCOURSE
Monday, February 3 • 12 - 1:30 pm
MOROCCAN MISSION LECTURE SERIES
Thursday • 7 - 8 pm
February 13 – Modern Debates and Controversies
CIVIL DISCOURSE Howard Lupovitch, PhD will explore the rich history of
Sephardic Jewry and take us on a journey through the
heritage, culture, and mystery of Morocco. Professor
Lupovitch is Director of the Cohn Haddow Center for
Judaic Studies at Wayne State University. Open to Temple
Israel Moroccan Mission travelers and the broader
community. RSVP online at temple-israel.org/Morocco.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 SAVE THE DATE:
12–1:30 PM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL ASK: NEVER LONG ENOUGH
Monday, March 16 • 12 - 1:30 pm
Rabbi Asher Lopatin will ask, “Can Muslim and Jewish
students really talk about difficult issues?” Why should Rabbi Joseph Krakoff will teach us creative and colorful
students from diverse backgrounds, with different political ways to find comfort and hope, amidst grief and loss.
and religious views, get together and try to connect? Rabbi Krakoff is Senior Director of the Jewish Hospice
Rabbi Lopatin is the founder of Kehillat Etz Chayim, an
inclusive Modern Orthodox congregation in Huntington and Chaplaincy Network. $7 members with reservations,
Woods, and the Center for Civil Discourse. $10 nonmembers and walk-ins, includes lunch.
Sponsored by the Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
COST: $7 MEMBERS WITH RESERVATION/
$10 NONMEMBERS AND WALK-INS (INCLUDES LUNCH) Register online at temple-israel.org/ask.
Register online at temple-israel.org/ask PROPHETS LINE-BY-LINE
Tuesdays • 12 - 1 pm
For more information, contact the Education Office at
248-661-5725 or lkaplan@temple-israel.org. March 10, 17, 24, 31, May 5, 12, 19 & 26
This adult education program is supported by the Join us for a line-by-line study of the prophets. Using
Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
commentary, sharing our own insights, and looking at
various translations, we work our way through these
Save the date for our
next ASK program on amazing and inspiring texts. Taught by Rabbi Arianna
Monday, March 16th Gordon. RSVP to Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725 or online
Never Long Enough at temple-israel.org/prophets.
details
14 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelTEMPLE YOUTH
B
PEND SHA BAT TOGE
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ET’S ER
L !
Join all of your YFTI friends on these
two Fridays for amazing nights of food,
conversation and prayer.
6:00 – February 28 In Review – Bunk45: Federation’s Ultimate Indoor Recess: If you
missed it, Federation’s Indoor Recess program at On the Dunes was
8:30PM April 24
a huge success! Kids and families from all around the community
came together to play, eat delicious latkes, and even schmooze
with Disney Princesses! The event was beautifully executed. Yasher
Located at a different YFTI house for each dinner. Koach to all of our friends at the Jewish Federation who worked
Locations will be made available upon registration.
hard to put together this amazing event.
Cost is $12 per Night
Space is limited, so make sure you
sign-up for both nights ASAP!
REGISTER AT TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/YFTISHABBAT
SAVE THE DATE:
BUNK45: SLEEP-UNDER
Saturday, March 21 • 7 - 10 pm
Calling all 4th & 5th graders! Come to Temple in your
jammies for a fun Havdalah! We’ll be making cookies,
playing games, and watching a movie on the big
screens! $5/student at the door. Bring a friend! Dinner
is not included, but snacks are! Register online at
temple-israel.org/sleepunder.
QUEST: FORGOTTEN HARVEST FOOD PANTRY
Sunday, March 22 • 12:30 - 3 pm
Details to come.
In Review – YFTI: L’Taken: A group of our teen leaders traveled to
Washington, D.C to join hundreds of other Jewish advocates to learn
Questions regarding Bunk45, contact Devorah Glanz about social and civil issues in our country. Their four days in D.C were
at devorah@temple-israel.org spent delving into the topics of immigration, reproductive rights, gun
Questions regarding Quest & YFTI, contact Zach reform, climate change, LGBTQ+ rights and more. Our group heard
Goldberger at zach@temple-israel.org from speakers, studied the history & current data of these issues and
wrote speeches to lobby on Capitol Hill to their members of Congress.
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 15MUSIC AT TEMPLE
Shabbat Shira
Let Freedom Sing
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2020
7:00 PM at Temple Israel
16 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelIn Review – Appel concert: Eric Hunker shared a morning
concert of gorgeous songs with our Religious School and local fans.
Our Shabbat Singers took center stage as they joined him on a few
tunes, and the whole school was swept up by Eric and his inspiring
band. What a great way to end a day of Jewish learning!
SHABBAT SHIRA
Friday, February 7 • 7 pm
Come join us, families of all ages, for our annual
all-choir, song-filled Shabbat, as we march with our
ancestors through the parted waters to the sound of
freedom’s drum and celebrate once again at the shores
of the Red Sea! Open to community, RSVP not required.
Questions? Contact Stephanie at 248-661-5700 or email
stephanie@temple-israel.org.
LAKER CONCERT
Sunday, April 26 • 4 pm
Six13 is a groundbreaking, six-man a cappella vocal
band that brings an unprecedented style and energy
to Jewish music, with nothing but the power of the
human voice. Anchored by a strong Jewish identity,
fueled by soulful harmonies, intricate arrangements,
and their signature dynamic sound, Six13 is driven by
a mission to connect Jews around the world with their
heritage through music. Admission is free. Open to the
community. The Laker Concert is sponsored in loving
memory of Sarah & Harry Laker.
CHILDREN OF EDEN
Thursday, April 30 • 7 pm; Saturday, May 2 • 7 pm and
Sunday, May 3 • 2 pm
Join us for this fantastic musical performance based on
the story of Genesis. The age-old conflict of parents and
children takes the stage in this joyous and inspirational
Stephen Schwartz musical about family and faith. We
are creating a full-scale production of this epic show
featuring talent of all ages. Powered by The Ethel
Hyman And Rose Kaplan Foundation & Temple Israel.
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 17THE ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER
Thank you!
This year Chanukah was celebrated by many Temple
families that never thought they would be able to!
As always, the Barbara and Lawrence Millman Family
Chanukah Fund and the Jackie Unatin Memorial
Chanukah Fund, and our amazing Temple Family was In Review - Mi Shebeirach Blanket Making Day: Special thanks
ready to step in and assist our families in need. This year to our volunteers who helped make Mi Shebeirach Blankets.
you not only came through, but the response, kindness
and generosity were overwhelming! We thank you from SUPPORT GROUPS & PROGRAMMING:
the bottom of our hearts! For more information on any of these Support Groups
and programs or to RSVP, contact Kate Boman at 248-
661-5700 or kate@temple-israel.org.
ADULT HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 3 pm
Adult Health and Fitness is a program that will focus on
improving balance, mobility, coordination, flexibility and
overall wellness through a structured low impact exercise
program performed from both seated and standing
positions. $5 per class. Class led by NSCA certified trainer
Matt Leonard. The class will run for a one-hour session
starting with a warm up and finishing with a cool down
stretch. We encourage you to wear athletic clothing and
shoes. *Requirements for the program is a Doctor’s note
stating that you can participate in low impact exercise.
Register online at temple-israel.org/fitness-m or contact
Kate at 248-661-5700.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, February 6 & 20 • 10 - 11 am
When helping you is hurting me…Taking care of
someone else as well as taking care of you? Give
yourself respite – join facilitator Jodie Jacobs, LMSW,
in a supportive environment. Sharing one’s experience
within a group setting enables caregivers to recognize
the commonality of their experience while also defining
the uniqueness of their situation.
AA - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Thursday, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 8 - 9:15 pm
Open to individuals who have a desire to stop using
alcohol and/or other substances. Meeting utilizes the
AA 12-Step Program.
18 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelDROP-IN BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, February 13 & 27 • 7 - 8:30 pm
Diane Levy-Rubinstein, LMSW Facilitator
After the death of a loved one, there are so many
thoughts, feelings and experiences to deal with.
Accepting the death of a loved one requires one to
fully experience their grief. All sessions are open to the
community and are free of charge. Please call Temple
to verify dates as they do change. Registration is open for Summer 2020!
MS PATH SUPPORT GROUP Join our Michigan campers in the one-of-a-kind
Thursday, February 13 & 27 (potluck) • 7 pm life changing experience that is sleep away
The MS PATH (Positive Attitude Toward Health) meets camp. Through informal Jewish education, the
on the second and fourth Thursday of every month in arts, a state-of-the-art waterfront program,
Classroom 11. This group is designed for those with an intense ropes challenge course, and great
MS as well as family members and/or caregivers. For athletic facilities, Camp George offers campers
questions, call Ronna Heller at 248-737-2328 or 248-330-
an experience of a lifetime.
4632 or email rhlbox@me.com.
For more information contact
MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP Kari Provizer, LMSW, ACSW at 248-661-5700.
Wednesday, March 18 • 10:30 am
Supported by the Robert Sosnick Family Life Center.
Please join us for a contemplative morning where we
will learn about how mindfulness may help us better
manage anxiety and stress. We will discuss how Camp George + Exchange Rate =
practicing present, non-judgmental awareness can
support more adaptive reactions to difficult situations, AMAZING SAVINGS
and we will also try a couple of mindfulness practices Full Session: $5160 Canadian | $3953 American
that can help ease anxiety and create more calm. A savings* of over $1200!
This workshop will be facilitated by Dr. Anna Sofen a
17 day Nitzotzot/Lehavot - Grades 2-5:
psychologist with a private practice in Birmingham.
$3640 Canadian | $2788 American
Register online at temple-israel.org/mindful.
A savings* of more than $850!
AFTERNOON CONCERT SERIES *Savings vary depending on the current exchange rate.
Thursdays at 1:30 pm on the following dates:
May 21 - Afternoon Show with the DSO, June 18, July Register Now! George.URJCamps.org
16, August 20, September 17 & October 17. Stay tuned URJ Camp George 416-638-2635
for a full list of performers.
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 19LIBRARIES & MEDIA CENTER
ADULT PROGRAMMING
DINNER AND A MOVIE SERIES
FEB 6 FEB 20 MAR 5 MAR 19
ti
A D UL T
bookclubs The Weinberg Family Library and Temple Israel
Join us for a special Book Club event Sisterhood are excited to present this film discussion
Monday, February 17 • 9:45 am series. Join our clergy and expert facilitators for dinner,
or
Tuesday, February 18 • 6:30 pm movie and discussion on the following Thursdays:
to discuss Yossi Klein Halevi’s new book, February 6: When Do We Eat?, facilitated by Rabbi
Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor. Marla Hornsten; February 20: Raiders of the Lost Ark,
Facilitated by Rabbi Josh Bennett, facilitated by Rabbi Josh Bennett; March 5: Jewtopia,
Rabbi Arianna Gordon and facilitated by Rabbi Arianna Gordon; March 19: The
Nina Yahalomi Klevitsky.
Frisco Kid, facilitated by Lauren Marcus Johnson. The
movies will be available to check out from the Temple
Israel Libraries prior to each session for viewing at
home or you are welcome to attend a group showing
at 5 pm on each date. Dinner and discussion will begin
at approximately 6:45 pm. Temple Members: $16 per
session; Guests: $18 per session. Reservations are
required no later than the Monday before each date.
Register online at temple-israel.org/dinnermovie.
MOTHER & DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB
Register online at Thursday, April 30 • 6:30 pm
temple-israel.org/bookclub Young adult women (ages 20s-40s) and
Participants are encouraged to read the selected their mothers (aunts, grandmothers,
book prior to the meeting. Copies of the books are
sisters, and friends are welcome too!)
available from the Weinberg Family Library and
from local public libraries and booksellers. will enjoy an evening of delicious food,
Registration is required. Cost is $16/per session great wine and inspiring discussion
and includes breakfast (Monday)/dinner (Tuesday). over the book Paper is White by Hilary
Open to the community. Everyone is welcome. Zaid, facilitated by Lauren Marcus Johnson. $18/person,
includes dinner, wine and dessert. Register online
All who attend will be invited, free of charge, to
have lunch with the author on March 17th. at temple-israel.org/mdbook by
Monday, April 27th.
Questions? Contact Lauren Marcus Johnson
at 248-661-5700 or ljohnson@temple-israel.org
20 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelCHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
FEAST ON BOOKS
Sunday, February 2 • 12 - 2 pm
Join Librarian Lauren Marcus Johnson and Religious
School Teacher Anita Hack in the Hodari Family Children’s
Library for stories, food and fun! All 4th-6th graders
are invited to enjoy wonderful treats while hearing and
telling stories from our tradition. Bagels, cream cheese
and vegetables will be served on arrival, along with all
the festive foods we will create and explore. $10/person
payable at the meeting. Reservations are required.
Funded by Helen M. Pickett Children’s Reading Fund.
PIZZA & PAGES In Review – Scholastic Book Fair: The SNOW MUCH TO READ
Chanukah Scholastic Book Fair was a fun week of events and
Sundays • 12 - 2 pm
opportunities for Temple families to stock their book shelves with
February 9 & March 15 new and soon to be favorite books. Local Children’s Author, Lisa
Join Librarian Lauren Marcus Rose, shared her love of books with our ECC children during
Johnson and 2nd Grade a Chanukah storytime program and the Markle family won our
Raffle Basket of Books. See you at the next Fair!
Teacher Anita Hack in the
Hodari Family Children’s Library for stories, crafts,
games, and fun! All 1st - 4th Grade booklovers are
invited to participate. If you love pizza, books, and
spending time in the Library then you’ll love this
program! A pizza lunch will be served, $7/person
payable at the meeting. Students do not need to attend
all of the meetings to participate. Reservations are
required by the Thursday before each date. Register
online at temple-israel.org/pizzapages. Supported by
the Phyllis Hellman Children’s Literature Fund.
REMEMBER TO BE A JEWISH READING STAR! Kindergarten Edition
1st - 3rd Graders read Jewish books from their own home
library and/or books from the Hodari Family Children’s As an introduction to our children’s book club, please join us
for a special session of Pizza & Pages for Kindergarteners ONLY!
Library. Children read the books with an adult (parent,
grandparent, or other book lover) and return the forms to Pizza & Pages Kindergarten will meet after Sunday School
their teacher by April 19, 2020. All forms are available in from 12 - 2 pm on March 22, 2020
the Hodari Family Children’s Library or from your Religious
School teacher, and can be downloaded from the Temple A pizza lunch will be served. Cost: $7 per child.
Israel website (go to the Media Center & Libraries Register online at temple-israel.org/kpizza
Resource section). If you have any questions about the For more information, contact Lauren Marcus Johnson at
Religious School reading programs, contact your teacher ljohnson@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
or Lauren Marcus Johnson. Happy Reading!
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 21AFFILIATES - SISTERHOOD
SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP - ONE STOP SHOPPING!
Our volunteers are eager
to help as you shop
our amazing selection
Generously supported by Temple Israel Sisterhood
of gift items & Judaica.
Join us for a 4-part series of classes New merchandise
as we explore the environment through a Jewish lens arriving daily to
enhance and enrich your holidays and special
celebrations. February Special: 30% off Tzedakah
Boxes (excludes special orders). Hours: Sundays
9:30am-12 pm (religious school days), Mondays and
Thursdays 3-6 pm, Tuesdays 11am-2pm (special
THURSDAYS • 7PM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL appointments available, please contact one of our
helpful gift shop chairs for assistance). Call or text:
FEBRUARY 27, 2020 Debbie E. at 248-496-4525, Debbie F. at 248-227-2146
Getting ready for Spring: A History of the Greenhouse or Mary Lou at 248-875-1595.
ORDER YOUR TRIBUTE CARDS!
JUNE 11, 2020 Learn more or purchase online at
Summer: Spirit in Nature Temple-Israel.org/Sisterhood or contact
Jodie Polk at chefjimjo@yahoo.com.
AUGUST 20, 2020
Fall: Environmental Safety CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
DECEMBER 10, 2020 Monday, February 3 • 10 am
Winter: Vermicomposting
GENERAL BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, February 5 & March 4 • 10 am
TRIVIA NIGHT & DINNER WITH BROTHERHOOD
Saturday, February 8 • 7 pm at Uptown Grille
See page 25 for details.
CHAI MITZVAH
Tuesday, February 18 • 10 am
NURSING HOME BINGO AT FLEISCHMAN
Wednesday, February 19 • 2 pm
$10/session or $25/entire series
Register online at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood GREENHOUSE LECTURE SERIES
Must RSVP no later than one week prior to each session. Thursday, February 27 • 7 pm
Questions? Contact Mary Jane Larson at fern3376@aol.com or
734-812-8170 GRAB AND GO BOUQUETS AND LUNCH
Tuesday, March 3 • 12 pm
22 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelLUNCH & LEARN WITH SISTERHOOD
Purim 5780
Mishloach Manot
FULFILL THE MITZVAH OF
Fulfill
MISHLOACH the
MANOT! Mitzvah
Onof Mishloach
Purim we emphasize Manot!
the importance of Jewish
unity On Purim we
and friendship byemphasize the
sending gifts of food to Tuesday, March 3, 2020
importance of Jewish unity and 12 pm at Temple Israel
friends and family.
friendship by sending gifts of food
Please join us for a fun
to friends and family. afternoon as we learn simple
Sisterhood is excited to present you with a
techniques on how to turn store
wonderful opportunity to fulfill this mitzvah.
Sisterhood is excited to present you with bought bouquets into beautiful
Send delicious treats with your Purim greetings arrangements and get advice
a wonderful opportunity to fulfill this mitzvah. on how to keep them
to our Sisterhood Board, Temple Clergy & Staff
Send delicious treats with your Purim greetings looking fresh.
or Family & Friends!
to our Sisterhood Board, Temple Clergy & Staff
Cost: $18/Members; $22/Non-
Each recipient willorreceive
Familya beautiful box of
& Friends! Members; $25/at the door
hamentashen, baked goods & other treats RSVP by Friday, February 21st
alongEach
with arecipient
lovely notewill
including a listaofbeautiful
receive those box of temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
who have donated toward their gift.
hamentashen, baked goods & other treats Questions? Contact Michelle Silber
along with a lovely
See how note including a list of
it works: at michellesisterhood@gmail.com
or 248-909-8742.
those who have donated toward their gift.
temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
Deadline to order is February 24th
How it works...
Choose the level of Participation that works for you. Board Members, Clergy &
WOMEN’S FREEDOM SEDER
Staff will receive their packages the week of March 18th.
Tuesday, March 24 • 6 pm at Temple Israel
Give to family and friends by selecting the individual box option. Individual
How Literacy Brings You Freedom — We are the
boxes will be available for pick up beginning March 18th after 1pm.
children of the book. Reading of our past makes us
Complete the attached form & return it with payment or pay online at
who we have become today. Literacy is essential to
www.temple-israel.org/Sisterhood. Order deadline is March 11, 2019.
success and will be the focus of this year’s Women’s
Great way to thank those that serve our Sisterhood & Temple and let family &
Seder. Please bring new or gently used children’s Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to our
Women’s
friends know you are thinking of them at Purim!
and young adult books for distribution. Open to the
For questions contact Faye Krut at 248-432-7360 or goldennib@aol.com
O M
community. Cost is $30/members; $35/non-members.
F RE E D
Thank you for being a part of this meaningful fundraiser!
It’s that easy!
Space Limited. RSVP online at temple-israel.org/
Your participation allows us to continue to support our
Sisterhood by March 16.
SPRING BOUTIQUE AND STYLE EVENT
Temple, Youth and Community.
Seder
Wednesday, April 22 • 10 am - 3:30 pm Led by Temple Israel Clergy and Members of our Sisterhood
ELECTION LUNCHEON
Tuesday, April 28 • 12 pm Tuesday, March 24, 2020
6 pm at Temple Israel
HOUSE TOUR
Wednesday, May 27
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 23Dear Congregant:
REDUCED PRICES
We will be conducting our annual PASSOVER CANDY ITEM # PASSOVER ITEMS - DAIRY QTY. PRICE TOTAL $
SALE during the month of February. We are pleased 2508 Bartons Cashew Butter $12.50
to offer Barton’s Kosher for Passover candy and a Crunch/8oz.
second (non-Passover) catalog featuring “Gifts & Treats” 2531 Bartons Milk Chocolate $6.75
for your kitchen and home. All are perfect for your Lollycones/2.5oz.
own holiday table or as gifts. If you are interested in 2542 Bartons Milk Choc. Almond Caramel $11.00
purchasing, please fill out the order form and mail it back Cluster/5.5oz.
with the correct payment by MARCH 1ST. Your check 2553 Bartons Milk Choc. Caramel $10.00
must accompany your order. Please make check payable Daisies/5oz.
to Temple Israel Sisterhood. Thank you for your support! 2562 Bartons Milk Chocolate $16.00
Matzah/10oz.
REDUCED PRICES
ITEM # PASSOVER ITEMS - PAREVE QTY. PRICE TOTAL $ 2590 Bartons Almond Kisses/10oz. $14.50
2529 Bartons Fruit Slices/12oz. $13.00 2593 Bartons Milk & Dark Chocolate $17.00
Asst./8oz.
2535 Bartons Dark Chocolate $16.00
Matzah/10oz. 2525 Bartons Chocolate Trio (#2542, $28.00
#2541 & #2553)
2541 Bartons Dark Chocolate Seder $10.00
Mints /6oz. 2585 Bartons Matzo Combo (#2562 & $30.00
#2535)
2560 Bartons Dark Chocolate Almond $11.00
Bark/5oz. 2757 Bartons Milk & Dark Choc. Bridge $11.00
Mix/8.5oz.
2564 Bartons Dark Choc. Covered $13.00
Macaroons/8oz. 2760 Bartons Mix Combo (#2755, $33.00
#2757 & #2758)
2642 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov. Matzah $11.00
Crackers/10oz.
2755 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov. $11.00 Please bring or mail in this order form with your check
Almonds/8.5oz. payable to TEMPLE ISRAEL SISTERHOOD. You can
also order online and have the products shipped directly
2758 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov. $13.00
to your home. Go to www.misschocolate.com, click
Apricots/6oz.
on the ONLINE STORE and use SELLER ID #710021
2580 Jennies Choc. Drizzle Coconut $12.00 when ordering. You can view additional items available
Macaroons/10oz. thru the online store for purchase. All purchases will be
2598 Jennies Dbl. Choc. Sea Salt $12.00 credited to our organization to help raise additional
Macaroons/10oz. funds. Thank you for your support!
OLD TIME DELIGHTS Name:________________________________
ITEM # PARVE & GLUTEN FREE QTY. PRICE TOTAL $
Phone:_______________________________
2540 Chocolate Covered Marshmallow $10.00
Twists/9oz. Email:________________________________
2550 Sesame Crunch/8oz. $10.00
Address:______________________________
2573 Chocolate Covered Ring $10.00
Jells/9oz.
City:_________________________________
2582 Chocolate Combo (#2540 & $18.00 State:__________________ Zip:___________
#2573)
24 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelAFFILIATES - BROTHERHOOD
Join Temple Israel
Sisterhood & Brotherhood
for a great night!
In Review – California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser (top 3 photos):
Thank you to those who joined us at California Pizza Kitchen this
past November. Over $240 was raised to provide hats and gloves
for the residents of South Oakland Shelter that stayed with us in
December. Join us for our next fundraiser this spring (details to be
announced) to provide Temple youth with camp scholarships.
In Review – South Oakland Shelter Dinner (bottom photo):
On Friday, December 20, 2019, Brotherhood hosted dinner for our
guests from South Oakland Shelter. Saturday, February 8, 2020
TRIVIA NIGHT & DINNER WITH SISTERHOOD 7pm at Uptown Grille
Saturday, February 8 • 7 pm at Uptown Grille (3100 E West Maple Rd, Commerce)
BROTHERHOOD GENERAL MEETING & DINNER Join us for a fabulous evening of dinner, trivia and
Tuesday, February 11 & Tuesday, March 3 • 6 pm good company! Members: $50/person; Guests:
SAVE THE DATES: $60/person (includes dinner). Cash bar. Prizes for
1st, 2nd and 3rd place!
SHUSHAN HOLD’EM POKER GAME
Sunday, March 15 Register online at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
ASK ME ANYTHING DINNER WITH CANTOR Questions? Contact Michelle Silber at
MICHAEL SMOLASH michellesisterhood@gmail.com.
Thursday, April 2 • 6:30 pm
www.temple-israel.org February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 25LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
B’NAI MITZVAH Friday, February 28 • 8 pm Sanctuary Service
Violet Louise Rubenfaer Karp, daughter of Rachel and
Torah Portion: B’shalach Gabe Karp; grandchild of Karen and Dr.
Saturday, February 8 • 10:30 am Sanctuary Service Leon Rubenfaer, Marlene Karp and the late
Ariella Ramona Hernandez, daughter of Marisa and Ronald Karp. Violet is a student at Norup
Hector Hernandez; grandchild of Michele International School. Her hobbies and
and David Kaplan and the late Ramona interests include dancing, singing, mandolin,
Ortiz; great-grandchild of Faye Damraur. She guitar, henna, acting, art, and skiing. She also
attends Hillel Day School. Her hobbies and loves her summers at Tamarack Camps. For her mitzvah
interests include shopping, attending camp, project, Violet volunteered at Yad Ezra and at the Temple
sports and traveling. For her mitzvah project, Israel Labor Day Picnic.
she collected donations for Michigan Animal Rescue Torah Portion: T’tzaveh
League where she rescued her two beloved dogs. Ariella Saturday, February 29 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service
also volunteered at Temple Israel for the Labor Day Picnic.
Lilly Rose Moss, daughter of Heather Moss and Jeff Moss;
Torah Portion: Yitro grandchild of Eileen and Howard Young and
Saturday, February 8 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service Marlene and Elliotte Moss. Lilly is a student
Seth David Cohen, son of Dana and Andrew Cohen; at West Hills Middle School. Her hobbies
grandchild of Rita and Robert England, and interests include competitive gymnastics,
Norman Rosen and the late Sheila and tennis, forensics, theatre and attending
Sidney Cohen. Seth is a student at Warner Tamarack Camps. As part of her mitzvah
Middle School. His hobbies and interests project, Lilly organized and led a team for the National
include travel baseball, basketball and flag Kidney Foundation of Michigan Walk. She found raising
football. As part of his mitzvah project, Seth funds to support programs and increase awareness of the
volunteered at the Friendship Circle for the summer camp foundation even more meaningful as her brother Noah has
and weekly for the open gym sessions throughout the kidney disease. In addition, Lilly volunteered at Temple
school year. Seth also volunteered at Temple Israel for the Israel for the Labor Day Picnic.
housing of the residents of South Oakland Shelter and for
the Labor Day Picnic. In addition, he donated tzedakah to
TEMPLE FAMILY
the Rosen/Weingarden Fund for Fragile X Research at UC
Davis MIND Institute.
Births and Blessings
Torah Portion: T’rumah
Dylan Wolf Barouch and Lennon Rose Barouch, children
Saturday, February 22 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service
of Lauren and Ryan Barouch; grandchildren of Shari
Kayla Marie Silberg, daughter of Julie and Dr. Eric
Barouch, Hubert Barouch, and Janet and Lee Karson.
Silberg; grandchild of Mary and Burton
Great-grandchildren of Micki Kline.
Schwartz and Andrea and Joel Silberg. Kayla
is a student at Greenhills School. She enjoys Greyson Stone Ran, son of Jodie and Matthew Ran;
pompon, summers at Camp Tanuga, music, grandchild of Kim and Walter Schram and Rhonda and
waterskiing and wake surfing. For her mitzvah Gary Ran. Great-grandchild of Marty Rott, Sheila Stone,
project, Kayla baked for cookies for Bakers and Annette Stollman.
of Hope, a local organization that provides temporary Brandon Jonathan Zeitlin, son of Christine and David
assistance for those with food insecurity. In addition, she Zeitlin. Grandchild of Lisa and Barry Zeitlin and Nadirah
volunteered at Temple Israel for the Labor Day Picnic and and Amer Shammas. Great-grandchild of Helen and Milton
the housing of the residents of South Oakland Shelter. Faye and Barbara Allen.
26 February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780 Temple IsraelWeddings Dallen z”l; son Martha z”l and Saul Charnes z”l; uncle of
Shannon Marie Achatz, daughter of Maureen Linville Lenore (Alan) Deutch Singer, George (Sherri) Glassman and
and Kevin and Debbie Achatz, to Jamison Eric Pollack, Judith G. Etkin and Harvey Deutch z”l; Zona (Richard) Ribiat,
son of Phyllis Ehrlich and Kenneth Pollack. Norman (Barbara) Herbst and Alan (Elaine) Herbst.
Michelle Kathleen Baker, daughter of Mary Baker and Norman Cohn, husband of “Sonny” Sonya Cohn; father
Paul Swanson, to Jacob Benson Shamailov, son of Inna of Lynne (Dan) Golodner and Jody (Ari) Charlip and Randy
Kryuchkov and Bension Shamailov. (Darcie) Cohn; grandfather of Hannah, Max and Aidan,
Asher, Eliana, Grace, Shaya, Zachary, Dylan and Edyn;
Lauren Aimee Gottlieb, daughter of Lisa and Stephen z”l
brother of Dr. Natalie Willenberg; brother-in-law of Marilyn
Gottlieb, to Noah Benjamin Stone, son of Andrea and
and Dr. Robert Dale, Suzanne and Dr. Mark Zwiren, Ronald
Douglas Stone.
Kolman and Dr. Melanie Smith-Kolman.
Dana Renee Ruben, daughter of Wendy Ruben and
Cathy Cosola, mother of Adam (Sandi) Cosola and Amy
Bruce and Mindy Ruben, to Noah Samuel Cohen, son of
Cosola; grandmother of Lucas and Daren Cosola; sister of
Melanie Bishop-Solomon and Arthur Solomon and Brian
Alene (Donald) Shiffman; daughter of Leah z”l and Irving
and Fran Cohen.
Yura z”l.
In Memoriam
Rosalie Disner, wife of Charles Disner; mother of Marc
Dr. Allen Apfelblat, husband of Ellen Apfelblat; father
Disner and Lori (Douglas) Soifer; sister of Alan (Barbara z”l)
of Lisa (Alan) Wittenberg, Julie (Lori) Apfelblat and Dr.
Berlin; grandmother of Matthew Soifer (fiancee’ Lauren
Adam Apfelblat z”l; father-in-law of Dr. Amanda Apfelblat;
Blazofsky), Jennifer Soifer, Ariel (Adam) Amar, Elliott
grandfather of Dylan, Max, Elle, Violet, Grace and Liam;
Disner, Jessica Disner, Joe Disner and Shane Disner; great-
brother of Sam (Yvonne) Apfelblat and Helen Apfelblat z”l.
grandmother of Noa Amar.
Stuart Alan Bensman, son of Diana Bensman.
Alexander Epelman, husband of Antonina Epelman z”l;
Barbara Berg, wife of Arnold Berg z”l; mother of Linda grandfather of Abbeygail (Sean) Omaits; great-grandfather
(Dr. William “Bill”) Solomon and Wendy (Ronald) Gruskin; of Liam Omaits
grandmother of Dr. Jeffrey (Michelle) Solomon, Daniel (Lisa)
Robert “Robbie” Feldstein, son of Ruth z”l and Manuel
Solomon, Jennifer Zeidman and Michael Zeidman; great-
Feldstein z”l; brother of Shirley (Samuel z”l) Gilbert and
grandmother of Zoe and Gabriel and Silas.
Lois (Paul) Katzman; uncle of Dan and Jennifer Gilbert, Gary
Janice Schwartz Billmeyer, wife of Christopher Billmeyer; and Charlotte Gilbert, Alisa and Jeffrey Ambrose, David and
mother of Drew (Renee) Billmeyer and Jake (Rachel) Heather Katzman, Steven and Elizabeth Katzman, and Heidi
Billmeyer; grandmother of Emma, Allie, and Taylor and Hank Wineman.
Billmeyer; daughter of Shirley z”l and Barney Schwartz z”l;
Dr. Joel Forman, husband of Linda Forman; father of Seth
sister of Alan (Sandy) Schwartz, Gail (Alan) Sugar, and Gary
(Marisa) Forman, Adam (Alizah) Forman and Jeremy (Yuki)
(Cindy Shaffran) Schwartz.
Forman; grandfather of Lia, Zachary, Alexis and Danielle
Leonard Brozgold, husband of Gloria Brozgold; father of Forman; brother of Saul (Helen) Forman and Ruth (Martin)
Stuart (Amy) Brozgold and Lisa (David) Nicola; grandfather Mizel.
of Eric, Chelsea, Kathleen, Michael, Jaime, Ethan, Anton,
Robert Glazer, husband of Paula Glazer; father of Joshua
Morgan; great-grandfather of Harper.
(Cori) Glazer and Seth (Deborah) Glazer; son of Norma z”l
Allen Charnes, husband of Margie Charnes; father of and Reuben Glazer z”l; grandfather of Levi Glazer, Abby
Ellen Charnes, Marilyn (Jerry) Engel and Sandy (Steve Glazer, Carly Glazer and Henry Glazer; brother of Ronni
Rymal) Simmons; grandfather of Samantha (Daniel) Edgar, (George) Turney.
Sydney Simmons, Alex Engel and Michelle Engel; brother
Reuben Glazer, husband of Norma Glazer z”l; father of
of Debbie Glassman z”l; brother-in-law of Jerry Glassman,
Ronni (George) Turney and Robert Glazer z”l; father-in-law
Howard Ellias, Phillip Ellias z”l, Stanley Ellias z”l and Naomi
of Paula Glazer; grandfather of Joshua (Cori) Glazer, Seth
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