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NOVEMBER 2019 • CHESHVAN/KISLEV 5780 • Volume 61, No. 9
MESSENGER FUNDED BY THE PAUL AND LOIS KATZMAN ENDOWMENT
IT’S HERE!
Temple’s new Shabbat album:
With One Breath
See page 20-21 for details
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 1
Hodu L’Adonai ki tov, ki l’olam chasdo.
Give thanks to God, for God is good. God’s love and mercy are everlasting.
These words are from my favorite psalm, psalm 118 (yes, I have a favorite psalm).
I walked down the aisle to these words sung by our cantors twelve years ago this
month. I sang it to my children in the middle of the night. Its words are simple, its
message clear: thank you God for my life, for the good that’s in it, and for all the
blessings that have come my way. And to be honest, I sing this psalm not just when
my life is mundane and easy, but even more when challenges come my way. I am not
grateful for experiencing adversity. I am grateful for moving through it, surviving it,
and coming out the other end. Hodu l’Adonai, I am grateful to you, God.
This month Americans will gather around their family tables to celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s time that we set
aside once a year to give everyone an opportunity to share what they are grateful for. As Americans, we are
proud to take part in this ritual. As Jews, we know that everyday is an opportunity to give thanks to God.
In fact, Psalm 118 is recited on every festival, and every rosh chodesh (first day of a new month). We recite
a prayer of thanksgiving every single day in our morning service. Judaism is at its core a tradition replete
with gratitude; gratitude for our world, our lives, and our God who made all things possible.
Amazingly, the word for turkey in Hebrew is hodu, the same word that begins Psalm 118. Don’t you love it
when your Jewish identity and your American identity come together so seamlessly? For us as Jews, when
we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, we are literally ingesting gratitude at the same time we celebrate all we are
grateful for.
But how do we do this all the time, and not just on Thanksgiving or a Jewish festival? For some, they write in
a journal. Others use an app on their phone that lets them record a few things that make them feel grateful.
In our family, we play the roses and thorns game when we sit down to dinner. A rose is the best part of your
day, and a thorn is something that wasn’t so great, or something that you wished had gone differently. The
game is simple, but it is a way to say out loud that we recognize the gifts that are around us, and that often,
those gifts are often accompanied by obstacles or disappointments.
I find that I am the ultimate cliché when I am choosing my rose. I am so grateful for the smallest elements in
life- the ones that others might see as insignificant. I am grateful for sunshine; for both the light and warmth.
I am grateful for the roof over my head, and how it protects the people I love. I am grateful for a full night’s
sleep, for fresh fruit, and good friends on the other side of a phone call or text. I am grateful for a loving
community that has given me the honor of being their Rabbi. Mountains need not move, nor seas part,
for me to say, hodu l’Adonai; God, I am so grateful.
Use this year’s Thanksgiving as a launch into a new gratitude practice.
I promise, you will be grateful you did.
Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny
2 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple Israel
IN THIS ISSUE
3 | Religious Services 12 | Temple Youth 24 | Libraries & Media Center
5 | We Take Pride 14 | Tyner Religious School - Education 26 | Our Affiliates
6 | Tikkun Olam - Helping Others 18 | Susan & Rabbi Harold Loss 29 | Life Cycle Events
8 | Temple Community Early Childhood Center 34 | Tributes
11 | Funds in Action 19 | Temple Music 39 | November Calendar
22 | Robert Sosnick Family Life Center
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
TEMPLE ISRAEL
ROSH CHODESH - CHESHVAN STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP
Tuesday, November 26 • 7 pm
Celebrate the new moon and a new month!
This women’s spirituality group gathers monthly
to discuss important issues of religious and current events. For more
information and to RSVP, contact Kim Heraud at kim@temple-israel.org
or 248-661-5700 x125.
KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICES
Fridays • 7:30 pm
MINYAN SERVICE
Monday - Thursday • 7:30 am; Sundays and holidays • 9 am
A wonderful way to start your day, to support fellow congregants in
worship, and to bond with your community. Coffee, juice, and bagels are
available. Please join us. Funded by the Mary Lou & Gary Berndt Minyan
Fund, the Lipson Family Minyan Fund and the Samson Family Minyan Fund.
SHABBAT SOLOS
Shabbat Solos…a group that sits together at the Kabbalat Shabbat Friday
night services, for those attending services alone or for the first time. Like
to help, join the group or know someone who could benefit from it? Call or
text Mary Jane Larson at 734-812-8170.
KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICE & ALBUM RELEASE
Friday, November 22 • 7:30 pm
Please join us for a special Kabbalat Shabbat service as we
release Temple Israel’s new album. See page 20 for details.
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES (CONTINUED)
In Review – Kehilah Shabbat: Over 100 happy kids and parents joined
our new Artist in Residence Jacob Kraus for an amazing camp-style
Shabbat at Platform, Birmingham. Join us for the next Kehilah service
on November 15th.
KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICE
A SACRED INHERITANCE: BLESSING, GRATITUDE,
AND OUR COMMITMENT TO TOMORROW
CIOUS
, D ELI Friday, November 29 • 7:30 pm
SICAL, INCLUSIV E
MU Join us for a post-Thanksgiving evening of spiritual
W and physical nourishment, featuring special guest
E
AN
Rabbi Nate DeGroot, Associate Director, Spiritual &
Program Director at Hazon Detroit, the Jewish Lab
for Sustainability. Rabbi DeGroot will be delivering
ERIE N C E a guest sermon connecting gratitude, blessing, and
P
EX sustainability in this historic moment.
FA
M B AT
I LY S H A B SAVE THE DATE:
KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICE
“WRESTLEMANIA: JEWISH LESSONS FROM THE RING”
Join us for a family-friendly
Friday, December 13 • 7:30 pm
Shabbat dinner followed by
a high-energy Shabbat service Judaism is all about wrestling!
with Rabbi Jennifer Lader FRIDAYS • 6 PM With God, with one another, and
and Artist in Residence, with the tradition itself. On the
NOVEMBER 15
Jacob “Spike” Kraus week when we read from the Torah
DECEMBER 13 about the story of Jacob wrestling
with an angel, we will explore the
Register online at
significance of wrestling in Judaism
temple-israel.org/kehilah
and its implications for how we live our daily lives.
Service led by Rabbi Dan Horwitz.
RSVP required for dinner by the Monday prior.
Dinner cost: $15/adult, $7/child 4-12, under 4 are free.
4 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple Israel
WE TAKE PRIDE
Mazel Tov to Jackie Victor on being honored
with the Woman of Vision Award at the Women
of Vision Benefit Luncheon that was held on
October 24, 2019. Jackie is the co-founder
of Avalon International Breads, a socially
responsible bakery in Detroit. Jackie believed
in the business opportunities Detroit had to
offer when many other didn’t, growing her
bakery into a thriving business that has become
a Detroit institution. We are honored to have
Jackie in our Temple family.
We are very proud of Diane S. Blau, Ph.D. for
receiving the Karl Buhler Award at the 2019
SAVE THE DATES: conference of the American Psychological
Association. This award is given jointly to an
individual and an institution who have made
outstanding and lasting contributions to
humanistic psychology. Dr. Blau co-founded the
Michigan School of Psychology, the other award
recipient, and served in numerous faculty and
administrative positions. Congratulations on this
well-deserved award.
Jared Miller was named by the Cleveland
Jewish News to the Class of 2019 18 Difference
NE W Friday, February 7 Makers. He will be honored at 5th Annual CJN
LOC ATION! 18 Difference Makers Awards Ceremony on
7:30 pm at Atlantic
Community High School November 24. Jared started the FIDF Chapter
2455 W. Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, Florida in Cleveland, is the immediate Past President
of the Mandel Jewish Day School, serves on
Friday, March 27 the Cleveland Federation Board and has been
7 pm at Temple Kol Ami honored by Cleveland Federation with the 40 &
15030 N 64th St, Scottsdale, Arizona Under Leadership Award. We are very proud of
Jared and happy for his family.
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TIKKUN OLAM HELPING OTHERS
No Temple Family POP TAB COLLECTION
Chanukah
Without a Temple Israel will continue to collect pop tabs for the
Ronald McDonald House of Detroit on an ongoing
basis. Please help by collecting and bringing your pop
tabs to Temple. Collecting pop tabs helps support the
EIGHT WAYS TO BE A SHAMAS operations of Ronald McDonald Houses. For more
Temple Israel’s Robert Sosnick Family Life Center information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@temple-
needs your help this Chanukah! israel.org or 248-661-5700.
As part of our commitment to “No Temple Family
Without a Chanukah,” we are in need of donors to be a VOLUNTEER AT DIXON
“Shamas” or “Chanukah Helper” (a Shamas is the candle Help make a difference in a child’s life! Temple Israel
used to light all other candles in the menorah).
is thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Dixon
1. Adopt a family (deadline to adopt 10/30/19) Educational Learning Academy in Detroit. The school
2. Write a check to Temple Israel
c/o No Temple Family Without a Chanukah
serves students in kindergarten through 8th grade with
3. Give your donation online at temple-israel.org/NTFWC a loving staff and environment where children are first.
Any and all donations will truly “Make a Difference” Dixon Elementary/Middle School has a uniform dress
4. Purchase a gift card for a family in need
code. Temple volunteers are needed to help read with
5. Go shopping for Chanukah gifts for
families in need kindergarten students. Days and times are flexible. For
6. Donate Chanukah themed items more information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@
7. Donate Judaica items for families temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
8. Donate Chanukah wrapping supplies
Including gift bags, boxes, ribbons, bows, FREE FRESH FOOD PANTRY
wrapping paper, scissors, tape, etc.
Tuesdays, Nov 5 & 19 • 3 - 5 pm
Free Fresh Food for those in need.
Donated gifts must be Free Fr
esh
Pick up food at Temple Israel the
dropped off at Temple Israel by
first and third Tuesday of every
Monday, December 2, 2019
month from 3 - 5 pm. Photo ID
required. For more information,
Questions? Contact Kate Boman at 248-661-5700 or kate@temple-israel.org
contact Gabby Zilberberg at
“No Temple Family Without a Chanukah” is sponsored by the following funds:
gabby@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
The Barbara & Lawrence Millman Family Chanukah Fund and
The Jackie Unatin Memorial Chanukah Fund
MI SHEBEIRACH BLANKET MAKING DAY
Tuesday, November 19 • 10:30 am in Herman Hall
YOUR GIFTS TRULY MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Volunteers are needed to help make no-sew fleece
Mi Shebeirach blankets. These blankets will then be
given to those in need of healing prayers when visited
by our Clergy. Coffee and bagels will be provided. For
more information or to RSVP, contact Kate Boman
at 248-661-5700 or kate@temple-israel.org.
This program is supported by The Juanita and
George Victor Mi Shebeirach Blanket Fund.
6 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple Israel
Social Action Programming is supported by the
Lynn & Harvey Rubin Social Action Fund.
TAPPER’S ANNUAL WINTER COAT DRIVE
Tapper’s is collecting new and gently used winter items
in all sizes, now through the end of November. The
drop box is located in the Tyner lobby.
SOUTH OAKLAND SHELTER WISH LIST
December 15 - 22, 2019
As we prepare to house our
guests from the South Oakland
Shelter, your help is needed! We
are currently accepting donations
for the following NEW items:
insulated lunch bags, hats, scarves,
mittens, fabric paint, markers,
sweatshirts, t-shirts and hats that can be painted on.
PROFESSIONALS NEEDED! We also need volunteer
professionals from a variety of fields to assist us during
our shelter project. If you are a hairdresser, manicurist,
Temple Israel salutes all Veterans
beautician, doctor, nurse, dentist, musician or magician…
in our community and honors the
we need you too! To volunteer your services or donate
sacrifice they make to keep our
items listed above, please contact Miriam Baxter at
country safe.
248-661-5700 or miriam@temple-israel.org.
In observance of Veteran’s Day, we would like
CHRISTMAS DAY - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY to shine a light on an important organization
Wednesday, December 25, 2019 supporting Jewish Veterans. Chartered in
Temple Israel invites you to join us as we participate 1896, The Jewish War Veterans (JWV) is an
in the community-wide Mitzvah Day. Lend a hand organization created to advocate for the
with other Temple families! This is a great volunteer
needs of all Veterans, and to strengthen
opportunity for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students with their
and celebrate the ties that bind all service
families. For more information, contact Miriam Baxter
members and their community. Membership
at 248-661-5700 or miriam@temple-israel.org.
in JWV is not restricted to wartime service in
Reservations are requested by Friday, December 13th.
combat, it is open to ALL Jewish members
of the Armed Forces honorably serving or
discharged, whether in combat or not.
For more information, please visit their
website www.jwv-mi.org.
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TEMPLE COMMUNITY
In Review – Do Good Date Night: Twenty Temple couples joined together at Detroit Abloom flower farm for the first ever Do Good
Date Night. The evening included a service project to better the Detroit garden, followed by a farm-to-table vegetarian meal prepared by
local chef, Catherine Shapiro. Special thanks to Stacy and David Gordon for making the evening possible.
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMMING (20S-40S)
Temple Israel Young Adult Programming is supported by
Marilyn & Walter Wolpin.
SHABBAT FOR TOTS: WE GIVE THANKS
Saturday, November 23 • 10:30 am
Join our Temple Israel clergy and early childhood
educator, Jodie Kanagur, as we celebrate Shabbat
and Thanksgiving with crafts, activities, songs, snacks
and prayer! Register online at temple-israel.org/
ShabbatForTots. Save the date for our next Shabbat for
Tots: Chanukah Oh Chanukah on December 14th.
During the month of November, Temple Israel’s
Goodman Family Judaic & Archival Museum is pleased to
feature beautiful pieces from our permanent collection.
GENERAL PROGRAMMING
Are you looking for a special way to honor someone you
COLLEGE CONNECTION
love? Consider dedicating a beautiful piece of Judaic
artwork. By making a gift to the Museum in honor or in Do you have a student going off to college? How about
memory of a loved one, or in honor of a life cycle event, one or two of them already there? Make sure they stay
you will be part of the continuing legacy of a permanent
connected with Temple Israel by signing them up for
Judaic collection, which will be enjoyed by Temple Israel
for generations to come. our College Connection. It’s easy! Once we have your
student’s contact information, he or she will receive
8 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple Israel
the Temple Israel Messenger, information on special
events occurring in the Jewish world, invitation to dinner
DECEMBER 22-31, 2020
ISR A EL
sponsored by Brotherhood, gift packages for the holidays
and more! Register online at temple-israel.org/college.
GAME DAY
Thursday, November 7 & December 5 • 1 - 4 pm
family mission
Bring your friends and your
favorite game! Canasta, Bridge,
Mahjong, Pinochle, Euchre &
Rummikub. Coffee, tea and snacks will be served. There
is no charge to attend but reservations are required INFORMATIONAL MEETING
by the Monday prior to Game Day. Register online at
temple-israel.org/gameday.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 • 12:15 PM
(following Sunday School)
EMPTY NESTERS: WHISKEY & WISDOM
Wednesday, November 20 • 6:30 pm For more information contact Rabbi Bennett
Temple Israel Empty Nesters (50+) will enjoy the “Spirit
at 248-661-5700 or go to:
of Detroit” on a private distillery tour, followed by dinner
tissisraeladventure.com
and craft cocktails in the Two James Tasting Room while
Rabbi Yedwab imparts his wisdom on the group. Space
is Limited! Cost: $50/Members; $65/Non-members
(includes appetizer, dinner & a drink - cash bar available).
Register online at temple-israel.org/WhiskeyWisdom.
Supported by the Barbas Family Fund. Questions?
Contact Kate Boman at kate@temple-israel.org.
SHABBAT IN A BOX
Friday, November 22, 2019
Enjoy a delicious Shabbat dinner in your home and let
us do the cooking! For more information and to order
online, go to temple-israel.org/shabbatbox. Orders
must be received by noon on Wednesday, November
20th. Questions? Contact Miriam at 248-661-5700 or
miriam@temple-israel.org.
SAVE THE DATE:
JB25
Friday, June 19, 2020 • Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, June 20, 2020 • Special Evening Celebration
Please join us as we light our future celebrating Rabbi
Josh Bennett & Family for their 25 years serving Temple
Israel. More details to come.
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TYNER (CONTINUED)
er!
Let Temple prepare your Thanksgiving dinn
TEMPLE TOMORROW
OUR TEMPLE | OUR FUTURE
We are well underway with the construction
of the new Sarah & Harold Gottlieb Family
School Wing and are very excited about the
progress so far! As you drive into Temple,
you can see the walls are going up and it’s
starting to take shape. We eagerly await
the completion in early spring of 2020
TO VIEW OUR MENU & ORDER
to showcase this state of the art learning
CARRY-OUT, PLEASE VISIT
TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/THANKSGIVING community to our students and families.
None of this would have been possible
without the generous support of our donors.
ALL ORDERS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 19TH We would like to give a special thanks to
Pickup: Wednesday, November 27th those families who committed to fostering
Between 10am-12pm. the minds and souls of our youngest
students.
Questions? Call 248-661-5700 x 152
or email catering@temple-israel.org. Mari & Ken Barnett
Karen & Alan Barry
All orders will be packed in foil pans or disposable bowls.
All heating instructions will be included with each item. Deanna & Joe Bittker
Terri & David Friedman
Sarah & Harold z”l Gottlieb
Geri & Mel Kaftan
Linda, Alan, Ricky & Aimee Kovan
Barbara & Norm Samson
Steven Siman
Temple Israel Sisterhood
Carol & Gene Zamler
10 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelFUNDSININ
FUNDS ACTION
ACTION
Supports Torah and text study programming
LARRY & ELEANOR Established in 2014 by Eleanor Folbe Jackier and Larry Jackier, this important fund
JACKIER JEWISH supports Temple Israel programming dedicated to the study of Torah, Mishna and
Talmud and other traditional Jewish texts impacting Reform Judaism. The fund helps
EDUCATION provide opportunities to develop a better understanding of the purpose and values of
certain prayers, the weekly Torah portions and the Jewish holidays. The generosity of
FUND Eleanor and Larry has supported programs such as our weekly Torah lessons and High
Holiday study sessions which are significant to congregants as they strengthen their
connection to and their understanding of Torah.
Considerably more than furthering knowledge, Torah study is a mitzvah. And for the Jewish people, it’s a quest that never ends.
As Simchat Torah marks the completion of the annual reading cycle and the beginning of the next, re-examining the Torah
revives energy, reveals new meaning and provides powerful direction.
Regardless of where you are in your studies, you are not behind. It’s a journey that can begin or resume at any time. And thanks
to the Larry & Eleanor Jackier Jewish Education Fund, the opportunities are growing. Call the Tyner Religious School today at
248-661-5725 to learn more about Temple’s adult education curriculum.
Supports Temple Israel’s Brotherhood
BROTHERHOOD While some mission statements are lengthy in detail, Brotherhood officer and past
president Brian Karbel describes his affiliate group’s purpose very simply - Give back
FUND to Temple Israel. The Brotherhood Fund has been accomplishing this important goal for
years through a variety of campaigns and endeavors, including camp scholarships, the
Usher Corp, Housing the Homeless, blood drives and college dinners for our students.
Brian and the Brotherhood membership take pride in the sustaining assistance they provide Temple, and they would love to
see more men join them in this significant mission. Not only do Brotherhood members support our congregation, but they
also strengthen each other - as men, Jews and concerned members of this community. While giving back is the main focus,
Brotherhood membership is not only about social justice. It also offers a lot of fun opportunities for entertainment, education and
engaging events.
The next time you see a Brotherhood fundraiser (like the upcoming Feed Yourself-Feed the Homeless events at California Pizza
Kitchen on page 28), know that your donation supports meaningful assistance and life-changing opportunities. And joining
Brotherhood helps even more! They have preserved their original purpose while building a contemporary element that you will
find relevant and refreshing. Check out Brotherhood at temple-israel.org/brotherhood. It’s a contribution - and a substantial
connection - that you’ll never regret.
These are only a few of more than 160 special funds that help Temple Israel achieve its mission. The funds engage our members
and connect with the community through creative outreach, compassionate assistance and meaningful celebration. The impact
from these funds is remarkable, allowing children to learn, families to heal and people to grow. Many thanks to our fund
grantors who recognized a need - and to our donors who continually support Temple’s efforts to reach those in need.
To learn more about Temple’s funds and other giving opportunities, go to temple-israel.org and click on GIVING.
If you’re interested in creating a fund, contact David Tisdale, 248-661-5700.
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 11TEMPLE YOUTH
In Review – Bunk45 Adventure Park: Bunk45 had a swinging
good time zip-lining across the trees at The Adventure Park! We
had a HUGE group of 4th and 5th graders from all over Metro
Detroit join us. Thanks to all parents for supporting our junior
youth group! More adventures to come!
BUNK45: ROBOT GARAGE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2019 Sunday, November 10 • 12:30 - 2:30 pm at Robot
12:30 - 2:30 PM Garage (637 S. Eton, Birmingham)
Hey BUNK45! Join Rabbi Marla & Dev for our next
adventure at . . . Robot Garage! We will be having lunch
and creating sumo wrestler robots! Please meet us at
Robot Garage following religious school, at 12:30 pm.
Pick-up at 2:30 pm. Cost is $20 (includes pizza lunch
and snacks). Register online at temple-israel.org/
bunk45robots.
QUEST: J-SERVE FALL FIX-UP
Sunday, November 17 • 1 - 3 pm at Adat Shalom
(29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills)
FALL
Join Temple Israel’s QUEST and Jewish Family Services
to help homebound older adults in need of outdoor
cleanup at our 23rd annual Fall Fix Up Event. Free and
open to all 6th - 8th graders! Please arrive at Adat
Shalom at 1 pm for cider and donuts. Pickup is at Adat
Fix Up
Shalom at 3 pm. Register online at temple-israel.org/
fallfixup.
Questions regarding Bunk45, contact Devorah Glanz
at devorah@temple-israel.org
Questions regarding Quest & YFTI, contact Zach
Sunday, November 10, 2019 Goldberger at zach@temple-israel.org
12 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelYFTI: MYSTERY NIGHT
Saturday, November 23 • 5 - 10 pm
We will begin and end the evening at Temple Israel
(drop off is 5 pm and pick up is 10 pm). Where we
go in between is a mystery! Cost is $50/per person.
Open to all 9th-12th graders. Register online at
temple-israel.org/mystery.
SAVE THE DATES:
BUNK45: FEDERATION’S ULTIMATE INDOOR RECESS
Sunday, December 8 • 12:30 - 3:30 pm at On the Dunes
(2055 Haggerty Rd, Commerce)
Brr! December may be too cold to play outside, but
we’re bringing the fun inside, on a massive scale, at
Federation’s Ultimate Indoor Recess at On the Dunes!
Fowling, golf and putt-putt simulators, axe throwing
(for adults), Star Trax, arcade games, and a dodge ball
tournament are just some of the surprises we have in Saturday, November 23, 2019
store for an awesome afternoon for ALL ages! Best 5 - 10 pm (meet at Temple)
suited for families with children 5-18. Cost is $36 per
family ($45 after the early bird deadline) plus an $18
gift to Federation’s 2019 Annual Campaign for those
households that haven’t given yet. Space is limited!
To receive an email when registration goes live, visit:
jewishdetroit.org/recess.
L’TAKEN TRIP TO WASHINGTON DC
January 10 - 13, 2020
Questions? Contact Zach at 248-661-5700.
YFTI: DEATH OVER DINNER
January 18, 2020
YFTI: SKI TRIP
SKI TRIP
January 31 - February 2
Come ride the slopes, roast s’mores over a fire and
spend a great weekend with YFTI at Shanty Creek
to Shanty Creek Resort!
Resort in Bellaire, MI! Non-skiers will enjoy time doing
snowy activities on the mountain and travel to Traverse
City. Buses leave Temple Israel Friday, January 31st January 31 - February 2, 2020
at 1 pm and return Sunday, February 2nd at 4:30 pm.
Register online at temple-israel.org/ski. Early Bird Pricing (until November 29, 2019) $350
November 30 - December 13, 2019 $400
QUEST: CHALLAH BAKE WITH JFS After December 13 (if spots are available) $450
January 19, 2020
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 13TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Elementary school age children and their
families are invited for
6710 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
FAMILY EDUCATION
For more information on any of these Family Education
Sunday, November 24, 2019 Programs or to RSVP, contact Alicia Goldman at 248-661-
12:15 pm at Fleischman Residence 5725 or email alicia@temple-israel.org
THE GRAND HAVDALAH
Supported by the Stark Family Fund
Saturday, November 2 • 5:30 pm
Grandchildren with their grandparents and special
grand-friends: Come one, come all for an unforgettable
evening of magic and marvel as we bring the circus
Getting ready for your to you! Join us for a delightful dinner, a spectacular
Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Havdalah, and an astonishing performance by the
talented Cirque Amongus! $15/adult, $7/child (ages
4-12), children under 4 are FREE. This program is
geared toward families with children 12 and under. *All
are welcome!
RAISE YOUR YAD!
Thursday, November 21 • 5:30 pm
5th-8th grade students and parents are invited to
create a one-of-a-kind yad (hand pointer) to use to
read from the Torah at your upcoming B’nai Mitzvah!
Enjoy a casual dinner and give your finished yad a “test
Thursday, November 21, 2019 run” with the guidance of our clergy! Featuring local
artist, Gail Rosenbloom Kaplan. Cost is $25/yad, dinner
5:30-7 pm • Temple Israel included! Register online at temple-israel.org/RYY by
Monday, November 18th.
Supported by the Stark Family Fund
14 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelIn Review – Bees in the D: Families enjoyed making beeswax
candles and learning about Rosh Hashanah over lunch before
our guest, Brian of Bees in the D, showed us the importance of
pollinators with an inspiring hands-on presentation!
APPEL CONCERT WITH ERIC HUNKER which will be posted at temple-israel.org/tyner and
Sunday, November 24 • 11 pm (during Sunday school) return it to Judy in the Tyner Religious School office no
Eric is a singer/songwriter based in Austin, TX. His later than Wednesday, November 27, 2019. A small
music is fresh with honest lyrics & melodies that will committee will review all applications in confidence
make you smile. Free & open to everyone. See page 19 and award Camperships to those who apply and have
for details. one written recommendation from a Religious School
teacher or youth director.
CHANUKAH FUN AT FLEISCHMAN
Sunday, November 24 • 12:15 pm at Fleischman ADULT EDUCATION
(6710 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield) For more information on any of these Adult Education
Elementary school age children and their families Classes or to RSVP, contact the Education Office at 248-
661-5725 or email lkaplan@temple-israel.org
are invited to join Temple Israel & Jewish Senior Life
for a fun and fulfilling afternoon as we get ready to SHABBAT TISCH
celebrate Chanukah! We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch before Saturdays • 9:15 - 10:30 am
channeling our inner Maccabees for a friendly Maccabia Join us for a Shabbat morning of insights and
challenge with the residents of Fleischman! Members: investigation into the texts of our Bible. Led by
$36/ family. Non-members: $45/ family. Register online at volunteer facilitator, Norrine Freeman.
temple-israel.org/FunAtFleischman by November 18th.
USER’S GUIDE FOR THE SOUL
CAMPERSHIPS AVAILABLE Thursdays, November 7, 14, 21 & continuing • 10 - 11 am
Are you going to a URJ camp this summer? We want Do you want to learn about the structure of your soul?
to help! Each year Temple Israel provides need-based Is it possible to navigate the flow of consciousness
scholarships to a number of students to enable them through the body more masterfully? Through delving
to participate in a Jewish summer camping experience into this powerful kabbalistic text, you will gain the tools
sponsored by the Reform Movement. If your child is to discover your highest self and master the challenges
interested in attending any URJ camps and wishes to of your life. Taught by Cantor Smolash. RSVP to Maya
be considered for a Campership, assistance may be Grinboim at 248-661-5700 or maya@temple-israel.org.
available. Simply fill out the Campership Application
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 15TYNER (CONTINUED)
PROPHETS LINE-BY-LINE
Tuesdays • November 5, 12 & 19 • 12 - 1 pm
Join us for a line-by-line study of the prophets. Using
commentary, sharing our own insights, and looking at
various translations, we work our way through these
amazing and inspiring texts. Taught by Rabbi Gordon.
PORTRAITS IN FAITH
Thursday, November 7 • 7 - 9:30 pm
Daniel Epstein has photographed and interviewed
Exotic Jewish over 500 people of over 50 religions and 27 countries,
creating a digital collection of “Portraits in Faith.”
This inspirational, interactive presentation includes
Destinations photographs and oral testimonies from individual
spiritual experiences around the world. Open to the
community, at no charge. Register at temple-israel.org/
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 PortraitsInFaith.
12–1:30 PM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL INTRO TO KABBALAH: THE PRISM OF THE SOUL
Join Ben G. Frank in his journey through large Jewish Mondays, Nov. 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16 & Jan. 6
centers such as Paris and Berlin, and smaller exotic Kabbalah is one of the most powerful systems on
ones like Mumbai, Ho-chi-Minh City, Yangon, and Tahiti. the planet for self-discovery and empowerment. Join
Frank will describe his travels along the Trans-Siberian
railway, tracing his roots to Odessa, and his adventures Cantor Smolash & Rabbi Bennett as the gates of your
through far-off lands in search of fragments of the soul opens and your true self is revealed. See how
scattered tribe. Frank is author of A Travel Guide to Kabbalah impacts the inner lights of hope and passions
Jewish Europe, The Scattered Tribe, and Klara’s War.
as your inspiration comes alive. Call 248-205-2557 or
COST: $7 MEMBERS WITH RESERVATION visit JLearn.online to register today!
$10 NONMEMBERS AND WALK-INS (INCLUDES LUNCH)
MEDITATION WORKSHOP W/ RABBI LAIBL WOLF
Register online at temple-israel.org/ask
Wednesday, November 20 • 7:30 pm
For more information contact the Education Office at
248-661-5725 or lkaplan@temple-israel.org. ADULT CREATIVE ART WORKSHOPS – HANDS ON
This adult education program is supported by the ART WITH JANE!
Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
Thursdays • 1 - 2:30 pm
Nov. 21 – Artist Focus: Marc Chagall. Project: Plexi
Save the date for our “Stained Glass Window” with Graphic Elements
next ASK program on
Dec. 12 – Artist Focus: Josef Albers. Project: Josef
Monday, December 16th
An Orthodox Rabbi walks Albers Inspired Color Study Modern Graphic Wall Art
into a Madrassa
details
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2019 • 12–1:30 PM
Join Sam Englender as he shares his story studying Arabic at Zaytuna
College, America’s only Muslim liberal arts school, and asks questions such
as: What is the purpose of interfaith engagement? What fears and worries
stop us from engaging with other religions and groups? Should we visit more
mosques and churches? How does interfaith engagement change us all?
COST: $7 MEMBERS WITH RESERVATION/$10 NONMEMBERS AND WALK-INS (INCLUDES LUNCH)
Register online at temple-israel.org/ask. For more information,
contact the Education Office at 248-661-5725 or lkaplan@temple-israel.org.
This adult education program is supported by the Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
3906
AN ORTHODOX RABBI WALKS INTO A MADRASSA
To RSVP, complete this form and return with your check payable to Temple Israel by Wednesday,
December 11, 2019. Send to: Temple Israel • 5725 Walnut Lake Road • West Bloomfield, MI 48323
Name: ___________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________________________________________________
16 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple Israel
E-mail: ___________________________________________________________________
Number attending: _______________________________________________________
Total amount enclosed: $ ____________________________________________
For more information contact Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725 or lkaplan@temple-israel.org.Join the fun with Jane Alkon, creating beautiful
handcrafted pieces inspired by Jewish artists and
themes. Jane will take you step by step through the
creative process as you discover your inner artist.
Think you’re not creative? Then these workshops are
perfect for you! You’re guaranteed to come away with a
wonderful piece that will surely amaze you. Cost is $7/
Member per class; $10/Non-member per class. RSVP
online at temple-israel.org/art.
MOROCCAN MISSION LECTURE SERIES
Thursdays • 7 - 8 pm
Nov. 21 – The Sephardic Mystique
Feb. 13 – Modern Debates and Controversies
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.
ASK: AN ORTHODOX RABBI WALKS INTO A with Australia’s RABBI LAIBL WOLF.
MADRASSA
Monday, December 16 • 12 - 1:30 pm Wednesday, November 20
Join Sam Englender as he shares his story studying Arabic 7:30 pm Temple Israel
at Zaytuna College, America’s only Muslim liberal arts
school, and asks questions such as: What is the purpose Learn the ancient
of interfaith engagement? What fears and worries stop Jewish system of
meditation to
us from engaging with other religions and groups?
integrate body,
Should we visit more mosques and churches? How does mind and soul and
inter-faith engagement change us all? $7 members with generate inner joy.
reservations, $10 nonmembers and walk-ins, includes Rabbi Laibl Wolf is Dean of the
lunch. Sponsored by the Iwrey Family Special Needs Spiritgrow Centere in Australia,
and teaches Kabbalah and
Fund. Register online at temple-israel.org/ask.
meditation across the globe.
Open to all levels. Free admission,
no registration required.
Contact Maya at 248-661-5700 or
maya@temple-israel.org for questions.
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 17THE AUDREY & WILLIAM FARBER ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE
SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
MEET, GREET & EAT In Review: Shabbat for Tots – Sukkah Decorating! Young
families enjoyed a special Shabbat for Tots Sukkah Decorating
Party complete with breakfast, crafts, and of course, shaking the
lulav in the sukkah with our clergy during a high energy shabbat
service!
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, November 12 • 5:30 pm
PARENT CONNECTION
Wednesday, November 13 • 9:15 am
OPEN HOUSE
Check out the BEST Kindergarten in the area!
NO SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD CONFERENCE
Thursday, November 14, 2019
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Thursday, November 28 & Friday, November 29
5:30 - 6:30 PM SAVE THE DATES:
CHANUKAH MAGIC MOMENTS
For prospective families with children Friday, December 20 • 9 - 11:30 am
beginning Kindergarten for the
C MOME
(during regular school hours)
2020-2021 school year. Please join your child for a
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magical Chanukah
For questions or to RSVP, contact the
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ECC office at248-661-5750.
celebration. Participate
in Chanukah activities.
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*Special friends are welcome
to attend in lieu of a parent, and everyone is welcome.
Questions? Contact the ECC office at 248-661-5750.
18 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelSunday November 24 11:00 AM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL Eric is a singer/songwriter from Austin, TX. His music is based in fresh, honest lyrics & melodies that will make you smile. Be awesome. Give a listen. Free & open to everyone. Questions? Contact Maya at maya@temple-israel.org or call 248-661-5700. Supported by the Appel Family Concert Fund www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 19
MUSIC AT TEMPLE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 4:00 PM
Fresh from their Grand Prize-winning international
competition season, Temple Israel welcomes the
Callisto Quartet—four dedicated and passionate
musicians who share a love of chamber music—
violinists Paul Aguilar and Rachel Stenzel, violist
Eva Kennedy and cellist Hannah Moses.
The group were top prize winners at the 2019 Bordeaux
International String Quartet Competition and 2018
Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition,
grand prize winner at the 2018 Fischoff National Chamber WHAT: Temple Israel’s next album of Kabbalat
Music Competition and one of ten quartets in the world Shabbat music, With One Breath, is ready for release.
selected to compete in the 2019 Banff International String
Quartet Competition. WHEN: On Monday, November 18th all music will
be available on Temple’s website, as well as Spotify,
Open to the community at no charge.
iTunes, or wherever you listen to music. Then join us on
See you at the Schmier!
Friday, November 22nd for a service celebrating the
Presented by the Regene & Leslie Schmier new album. Free CDs will be available after the service.
Concert Series Endowment Fund
For questions,
WHY: We have added so many wonderful new
contact Stephanie@temple-israel.org melodies at Kabbalat Shabbat since our first recording,
or 248-661-5700. Kavanat Haruach. So enjoy the updated, joyful sound of
Shabbat at Temple Israel.
20 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelWHO: Our new Shabbat record was produced by We thank Sarah Gottlieb, as we remember also the
Gemini and Canadian Screen Award winning composer generosity of her husband Harold z”l Gottlieb, who
Ari Posner across three cities: Detroit, Toronto and Tel together made this amazing album possible in memory
Aviv. Some of the most gifted musicians and producers of their beloved son, Stephen.
from these three bustling music scenes have come
We hope this project will be a treasured part of
together to create an album that is a true labor of love.
Temple’s story, helping new members learn our
Along with our own beloved music team Cantor Smolash, melodies, inspiring families at special times, or just
Cantor Michaels, Rabbi Lader, and Soloist Trivax, our keeping you company in the car until we see you again
new Artist in Residence, Jacob Kraus also makes an on Friday night.
appearance. We also have features from Hezi Yakov - the
To download the album: temple-israel.org/album
top darbuka player in Israel, Sonia Lee on violin, our own
Shawn McDonald on piano and many more. See everyone on Friday, November 22nd at 7:30 pm!
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 21THE ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER
SUPPORT GROUPS & PROGRAMMING: MS PATH SUPPORT GROUP
For more information on any of these Support Groups Thursday, November 14 • 7 pm
and programs or to RSVP, contact Kate Boman at 248- The MS PATH (Positive Attitude Toward Health) meets
661-5700 or kate@temple-israel.org.
on the second and fourth Thursday of every month in
ADULT HEALTH & FITNESS Classroom 11. This group is designed for those with
Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 3 pm MS as well as family members and/or caregivers. For
Adult Health and Fitness is a program that will focus on questions, call Ronna Heller at 248-737-2328 or 248-330-
improving balance, mobility, coordination, flexibility and 4632 or email rhlbox@me.com.
overall wellness through a structured low impact exercise
program performed from both seated and standing CAMP GEORGE SHABBAT DINNER & REUNION
positions. $5 per class. Class led by NSCA certified trainer Friday, November 15 • 6 pm
Matt Leonard. The class will run for a one-hour session Come and reunite with your
Pr o s p e c
t iv
starting with a warm up and finishing with a cool down Camp George friends and see families e
stretch. We encourage you to wear athletic clothing and Jeff Rose. Bring any of your we l c o m
e!
shoes. *Requirements for the program is a Doctor’s note friends that might want to share
stating that you can participate in low impact exercise. in this one of a kind summer
Register online at temple-israel.org/fitness-m or contact experience! Dinner is $15 per adult and $7 per child
Kate at 248-661-5700. 4-12 years of age. Children under 4 are free. Services
will follow our beautiful Shabbat dinner. Please RSVP
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
for dinner at temple-israel.org/CampGeorgeDinner.
Thursday, November 7 & 21 • 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.
DROP-IN BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, Nov. 14 & Tuesday, Nov. 26 • 7 - 8:30 pm
Diane Levy-Rubinstein, LMSW Facilitator
After the death of a loved one, there are so many
GRIEF AND LOSS YOGA
thoughts, feelings and experiences to deal with.
Tuesday, November 19 & December 17 • 6 pm
Accepting the death of a loved one requires one to
Working through grief and loss with yoga, breath and
fully experience their grief. All sessions are open to the
meditation. A therapeutic way to grieve any type of loss,
community and are free of charge. Please call Temple
this class provides support in a healing environment.
to verify dates as they do change.
Open to the community at no charge. Led by Gayle
AA - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Goodman, 200 RYT Level I Kundalina Yoga Certified
Thursday, November 7, 14 & 21 • 8 - 9:15 pm Teacher. Bring a yoga mat, and a small towel or pillow for
Open to individuals who have a desire to stop using seated meditation, and dress comfortably.
alcohol and/or other substances. Meeting utilizes the Must RSVP by the Thursday prior to each date. Register
AA 12-Step Program. online at temple-israel.org/Yoga.
22 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelThank you to all who participated in Kever Avot “The Mitzvah of a Lifetime!”
Our 22nd annual Kever Avot on Sunday September 22, 2019 was terrific! Well over 125 volunteers and 70 senior adults
participated in this “mitzvah of a lifetime.” We would like to thank all of our fantastic volunteers and chase car drivers
for this wonderful act of kindness. This year we were pleased to have our Quest students join us at Hebrew Memorial
Cemetery. They were very helpful and what a breath of fresh air to have these students involved. We send a special
“Todah Rabah” to our Co-Chairs Marc Siegler and Norm Samson. Many thanks to our fabulous and dedicated bus
captains: Jeff Aleman, Debbie Binder, Natalie & Sid Blatnikoff, Barry Feldman, Linda “Lou” Goldman, Sheila Grinter,
Jodie Jacobs, Brad Klein, Melissa Roberts, Joey Roberts, Karen Rubenfire, Barb & Norm Samson, Julie Shiffman, Marc
Siegler, Karen Singer, Ilene Techner, Chad Techner, Janice & Arnie Tracht & Amy Weiner and for the outstanding job
they did! These bus captains are fabulous, keep coming back and we love and thank them! We could not do it without
them!! We send a warm hearted thank you to Jewish Senior Life for continuing to provide our seniors with lunch and to
thank Breath of Spring florist for donating hundreds of flowers for our special day and for continuing to participate in
this Mitzvah of a Lifetime. This program would not be possible without the continued love & support of David & Ilene
Techner, Chad Techner and Josh Tobias from The Ira Kaufman Chapel. We send them our heartfelt thanks.
L’Shalom, Kari K. Provizer, LMSW, ACSW.
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 23LIBRARIES & MEDIA CENTER
For questions on any of these events, contact Lauren Marcus
Johnson at ljohnson@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
ADULT PROGRAMMING
AUTHOR EVENT - BOOK CLUB NIGHT
Monday, November 4 • 6:30 pm at
Thursday, November 14 • 6:30 pm The Jewish Community Center of
Young adult women (ages 20s-40s) Metropolitan Detroit
and their mothers (aunts, grandmothers, sisters, and Temple Israel Weinberg Family
friends are welcome too!) will enjoy an evening of Library is co-sponsoring the 68th
delicious food, great wine and inspiring discussion over Annual Jewish Book Fair Book Club Night with Jennifer
the book Washing the Dead by Michelle Brafman, Cody Epstein, author of Wunderland. 6:30 pm: Light
facilitated by Rabbi Marla Hornsten. $18/person, includes Dinner, 7:30 pm: Author Talk, Cost is $23 - $45. Register
dinner, wine and dessert. Register online at temple- online at theberman.org.
israel.org/mdbook by Monday, November 11th.
SAVE THE DATES:
DINNER AND A MOVIE SERIES
The Weinberg Family Library and Sisterhood of Temple
Israel are excited to present this film discussion series.
ti Join our clergy and expert facilitators for dinner, movie
and discussion on the following Thursdays: January 16,
A D UL T January 30, February 6, February 20, March 5 & March 19.
bookclubs
More information to follow.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
Monday, November 18 • 9:45 am PIZZA & PAGES
Tuesday, November 19 • 6:30 pm Sundays • 12 - 2 pm
The season will continue with a discussion of the book, Nov 10, Dec 15, Jan 26,
Eternal Life by Dara Horn, facilitated by Dalia Shaham. Feb 9 & Mar 15
Participants are encouraged to read the selected Join Librarian Lauren
book prior to the meeting. Copies of the books are Marcus Johnson and 2nd Grade Teacher Anita Hack in the
available from the Weinberg Family Library and from Hodari Family Children’s Library for stories, crafts, games,
local public libraries and booksellers. All are welcome! and fun! All 1st - 4th Grade booklovers are invited to
Registration is required. Cost is $16/per session and participate. If you love pizza, books, and spending time
includes breakfast (Monday)/dinner (Tuesday). RSVP in the Library then you’ll love this program! A pizza lunch
online at temple-israel.org/bookclub by Thursday, will be served, $7/person payable at the meeting, or $30/
November 14th. Save the date for the next person for the series. Students do not need to attend all
TI Adult Bookclub: December 16/17 – The Family of the meetings to participate. Reservations are required
Tabor by Cherise Wolas, facilitated by Jaqueline Fox by the Thursday before each date. Register online at
temple-israel.org/pizzapages. Supported by the Phyllis
Hellman Children’s Literature Fund.
24 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelCHANUKAH SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Sunday, Dec 8 - Wednesday, Dec 11 • 12 - 2 pm
The Chanukah Scholastic Temple Israel Book Fair
will include lots of special events and activities. Plus
ON
hundreds of new Jewish books and other unique
Chanukah merchandise for readers of all ages will be
BOOKS
for sale in the Temple Atrium! Contact Lauren Marcus
Johnson for more information and to volunteer.
IREAD - RELIGIOUS SCHOOL READING PROGRAMS
Participating in the Tyner Religious School/Hodari
Family Children’s Library Reading Programs is a great
way to enrich family life while reading Jewish books with
your 1st-3rd grade children. In coordination with the
iConnect weekly themes, take the iRead Challenge: ATTENTION 4TH – 6TH GRADERS
1ST GRADE READING STARS: Join Librarian Lauren Marcus
All 1st Grade families are encouraged to be READING Johnson and Religious School
STARS by reading 6 Jewish books during the school Teacher Anita Hack in the
year and completing 6 READING STAR forms. Hodari Family Children’s
2ND GRADE SIFRIYA SOCIETY: Library for stories,
The 2nd Grade Sifriya (Library) Society is a reading club food and fun!
to encourage students to read Jewish books throughout
We will cook, bake and make wonderful
the school year. All 2nd Graders who read 6 Jewish books
treats while hearing and telling
and complete 6 SEFER (Book) REPORTS will receive a
the stories from our tradition.
special prize on the last day of Religious School.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
3RD GRADE BINGO BONANZA:
All 3rd Grade students are encouraged to play the 3RD
GRADE BINGO BONANZA by reading at least 5 Jewish
books during the school year and completing a BINGO 12 – 2 PM
card. Your teacher will keep your BINGO card at school,
Bagels and cream cheese will be served on arrival,
but you can also keep track of your progress at home (see
along with all the festive foods we’ll create!
Lauren in the Media Center for an extra BINGO card).
$10 per person (Payable at the meeting)
CALLING ALL LIBRARY BOOKS Reservations are required.
If you or your children have any outstanding library Contact Lauren Marcus Johnson
books from the Temple Libraries, please return them at lauren@temple-israel.org
ASAP! As the school year begins, we are trying to get or 248-661-5700.
all of our records in order so that you can continue Funded by Helen M. Pickett Children’s Reading Fund.
check out books during the new school year. Thanks so
much for reading!
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 25AFFILIATES - SISTERHOOD
DON’T FORGET TO PAY YOUR
SISTERHOOD DUES!
WWW.TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/SISTERHOOD
SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP - ONE STOP SHOPPING!
the
Our volunteers are eager to
help as you shop our amazing
selection of gift items &
HOLIDAYS Judaica. New merchandise
arriving daily to enhance
ARE COMING and enrich your holidays and special celebrations.
November Special: 30% off Menorahs (excludes
special orders). Hours: Sundays 9:30-12 pm (religious
school days), Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 3-6 pm
(special appointments available, please contact one
of our helpful gift shop chairs for assistance). Call or
text: Debbie E. at 248-496-4525, Debbie F. at 248-227-
Thursday, November 21 2146 or Mary Lou at 248-875-1595.
10 am – 2 pm • Henry Ford
West Bloomfield Hospital CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
JEWISH BOOK FAIR
Learn simple tips and techniques to make Tuesday, November 5 • 3 pm
the holidays less stressful! Please bring a Please join us at the Jewish Book Fair as Sisterhood
healthy recipe to share. Enjoy a healthy sponsors Barbara Ostfeld, author of Catbird.
holiday cooking demonstration and more! GENERAL BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, November 6, December 4 • 10 am
Cost: $18/Members, $25/Non-member
Light breakfast & lunch included. CHAI MITZVAH
Tuesday, November 19, December 17 • 10 am
Register at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
JVS LUNCHEON
Questions? Contact Shellie Achtman at Tuesday, November 19 • 12 pm
shellietisisterhood@gmail.com or 248-505-6497. To volunteer, contact Gail Katz: gailkatz@comcast.net
NURSING HOME BINGO AT FLEISCHMAN
Wednesday, November 20 • 2 pm
WOMEN’S WELLNESS DAY
Thursday, November 21 at Henry Ford Hospital
26 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelWINTER POP UP BOUTIQUES
Wednesday, December 11 • 10 am - 3:30 pm
Winter
ROAD TRIP TO CREATIVE ARTS STUDIO
Thursday, December 12 • 1:30-3:30 pm & 6:30-8:30 pm
at Creative Arts Studio (114 W 4th St, Royal Oak)
Join us for a fun time as we paint Judaica items
in time for the holidays! Cost: Members $15 + POP
UP
cost of item you paint. Non-Members $20 + cost
of item you paint. Price includes, snacks, wine &
painting materials. Must register by December
2nd to attend. RSVP online at temple-israel.org/ DECEMBER 11, 2019
sisterhood. Questions? Contact Shellie Achtman at
WEDNESDAY•10 AM – 3:30 PM•TEMPLE ISRAEL
shellietisisterhood@gmail.com or 248-505-6497
SISTERHOOD SOS DINNER
Thursday, December 19 J o in S ist er ho o d
f o r a d a y o f sho p p i ng!
SISTERHOOD BINGO BASH
Thursday, January 9 • 6 pm doors open, 6:45 pm
(optional) early bird game, 7 pm 1st general game
Bingo cost is $30/person in advance, $36/person at the
door (Includes 6 cards good for all general games &
light munchies, additional cards & supplies available for
Po p U p B o u t iq u es w it h a l a r ge
purchase). Open to the community, must be 18 years of
va r ie t y o f vend o rs t o a cc o mmo d a t e
age to play. Dinner cost is $15/person in advance, $18/
ever yo ne o n yo u r g i f t l i st !
person at the door (dinner begins at 6 pm). RSVP online
at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood.
Light snacks and refreshments will be available.
A YEAR OF FLOWERS! For more information, contact Andi Weiss at
You will help brighten someone’s day by participating in weissand50@gmail.com
this Year of Flowers fundraiser! For only $35 (one-time
charge), they will be able to pick up a fresh-cut bouquet
or potted plant once a month for a year! Once you
place your order you will be mailed a Certificate that
will allow you to go to any English Gardens
location and pick up your flowers. Packages
are available all year round. 12 months of
flowers from the month you start. Place your
order at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood or contact
Debbie Levin at 248-514-9769.
www.temple-israel.org November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 27AFFILIATES - BROTHERHOOD
Fundraiser in support of: Fundraiser in support of:
Feed Yourself & Feed the Homeless Feed Yourself & Feed the Homeless
with Temple Israel Brotherhood with Temple Israel Brotherhood
Date: November 7th & November 24th, 2019 Date: November 7th & November 24th, 2019
From: Thursday & Sunday - (All Hours of Operation) From:
THE Thursday
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Come tolocation:
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or Saturday morning? We are looking for some fresh
For parties of 8 or more a call ahead is suggested! Thank you. For parties of 8 or more a call ahead is suggested! Thank you.
smiling faces to greet our congregants and guests. We
also need ushers for other services and special events –
whatever works for you! For more information, contact
Art Dubin at countryart@comcast.net, or Marc Roland at
miroland@comacst.net.
2020 Entertainment Book
ONLY $30!
To purchase your book, contact Art Dubin at
countryart@comcast.net or 248-931-1509
28 November 2019 • Cheshvan/Kislev 5780 Temple IsraelLIFE CYCLE EVENTS
B’NAI MITZVAH Saturday, November 2 • 10:30 am Sanctuary Service
Parker Zeke Levin, son of Emily and Peter Levin;
Torah Portion: Noach grandchild of Ingrid and Sidney Grossberg
Friday, November 1 • 8 pm Sanctuary Service and Marilyn and Marty Levin. Parker
Allie Jane Applebaum, daughter of Dr. Jennifer Kaplan attends Birmingham Covington School.
and Ronald Applebaum; grandchild of His interests include any kind of sports,
Susan and Dr. Danny Kaplan and Lorraine especially baseball and basketball. For his
and Howard Applebaum. She is a student mitzvah project, he volunteered at Miracle
at Norup International School. Her League of Michigan baseball games.
interests include competitive gymnastics
Saturday, November 2 • 11 am Chapel Service
and spending her summers at Camp
A.J. Sparago, son of Amy and Evan Sparago;
Walden. For her mitzvah project, Allie volunteered with
grandchild of Sharon and Richard Maddin,
the Michigan Parkinson Foundation at their annual
Carol and Michael Corman and the late
fundraiser. She was the captain of Team Lorraine which
Mildred and Martin Sparago. He is a
participated in the event and raised $3800 for this
student at Hillel Day School. A.J. enjoys
organization. Additionally, Allie volunteered at the
playing tennis at Detroit Tennis and Squash
Temple Israel Labor Day Picnic.
Club and taking Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Ture
Samantha Rose Pollack, daughter of Nicole and Martial Arts. He found volunteering at the Temple Israel
Jimmy Pollack; grandchild of Rodela and Free Fresh Food Pantry very rewarding. Other mitzvah
Dr. David Kaplan, Brenda Kaplan and projects included volunteering at the True Martial Arts
Joanna and Robert Pollack. Samantha is Dodge Park Community Service Clean Up event and
a student at West Hills Middle School. Her the Temple Israel Labor Day Picnic.
hobbies and interests include tennis, figure
Torah Portion: Lech L’cha
skating, music, cooking and attending
Friday, November 8 • 8 pm Sanctuary Service
Camp Tanuga. As part of her mitzvah project she
sewed and created “inspirational pillows”, colorful Ryan Jonah Michaels, son of Jenny and Eric Michaels;
pillows with a motivational message, for pediatric grandchild of Sheri and the late Dr. William
patients at Beaumont Children’s Hospital. In addition, Michaels and Jessica and Stanton Walker.
she volunteered at Orchards Children’s Services and He is a student at Cranbrook Middle
Friendship Circle. School for Boys. Ryan is passionate about
tennis, movies and Camp Walden. As part
Saturday, November 2 • 10:30 am Sanctuary Service of his mitzvah project, he collected toys to
Mina Zoe Levin, daughter of Emily and Peter Levin; donate to local children’s charities and volunteered at
grandchild of Ingrid and Sidney Grossberg the Temple Israel Free Fresh Food Pantry. In addition,
and Marilyn and Marty Levin. Mina is a Ryan volunteered as a ball boy for the George Orley
student at Birmingham Covington School. Mental Wellness Initiative 10-Ball fundraiser which
She is an avid dancer and enjoys all types helped to support the Wolverine Support Network, a
of dance. As part of her most rewarding student peer-to-peer mental health support group.
mitzvah project, Mina volunteered and
raised funds for Save The Turtles.
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