News & Events - Feb. 4

NEWS & EVENTS

Feb. 4, 2026

(Next newsletter: Feb. 17)

Topics and programs subject to change. Please check the calendar or latest newsletter!

✦ Friday, Feb. 6, 7PM

▶︎ SHABBAT SERVICE, FOLLOWED BY THE PBS DOCUMENTARY:

JEWISH JOURNEY: AMERICA

Join us at the Oneg Shabbat (to be held in the sanctuary) for this PBS-produced film about Jewish journeys to America, from the earliest arrivals in the mid-17th century through the impact of the Nazi regime in World War II, the creation of Israel, and the new challenges of 21st century assimilation.

Through personal stories representing what so many faced as they migrated to America, the film explores how Jews sought both economic opportunity and an escape from persecution.

PLEASE NOTE: Yahrzeit observances that were postponed by weather-affected services will be observed on Feb. 6.

Live and On-Demand at YouTube

Click ON THIS LINK to watch.

The video will not be streamed but can be viewed on-demand for a small Amazon fee AT THIS LINK.

✦ Friday, Feb. 13, 6PM

(NOTE TIME!)

▶︎ SPECIAL MOVIE NIGHT PRESENTATION:

"WHEN HARRY MET SALLY"

Organized by members of our great CHJ Program Committee ... who send this message:

"Roses are red

Violets are blue

A celebration of love

We are planning for you!"

Join us on for cheese and crackers, chocolates and popcorn to view the legendary Rob Reiner romantic comedy, "When Harry Met Sally."

Please bring a bottle of wine or adult beverages of your choice to share!

✦ Friday, Feb. 20, 7PM

▶︎ NATIONAL NCJW "REPRO SHABBAT" WITH SERVICE & GUEST SPEAKER:

SHANAY WATSON-WHITTAKER, DIR., REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM FOR ALL

Shanay Watson-Whittaker is the Director of Michigan Campaigns for Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL).

She was the Director of Strategic Partnerships for Michigan Voices and the convenor of the Michigan Voices Reproductive Justice Work Group that launched the 2022 Michigan Proposal 3 Campaign. Ms. Watson-Whittaker was Proposal 3’ s Deputy Campaign Manager, earning 57% of the vote. Shanay previously worked at the Detroit Health Department, Detroit City Council, and the New York City Council.

FRIDAY

NIGHT,

FEB. 27, 6:30PM

Join us for hamantaschen and other delights as we celebrate the holiday with a short Purimspiel and good company and a rousing game of PUB TRIVIA!

WEAR A COSTUME OR FUNNY HAT!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

NO CHARGE!

✦ Fridays, March 6 & 13, 7PM

▶︎ RABBI FALICK WILL DELIVER A 2-PART PRESENTATION

HOW HATRED ADAPTS: JEWISH PERSECUTION—THEN AND NOW

In this two-part Friday night presentation, Rabbi Falick will explore the long and complex history of hostility toward Jews, with special attention to how Jew-hatred has repeatedly changed its form across different eras.

Drawing on ancient sources, religious history, and modern political developments, the talks will examine three major manifestations of Jewish persecution: theological hostility rooted in religious doctrine, modern racial and ethnic antisemitism, and the contemporary phenomenon of antizionism as a vehicle for delegitimizing Jewish peoplehood.

Together, these sessions aim to provide historical clarity and conceptual tools for understanding why Jew-hatred persists—and why it so often appears in new and unsettling guises.

▶︎ Each talk is freestanding and can be attended independently. Both sessions will be live-streamed, recorded, and made available afterward on our YouTube channel for those unable to attend in person or who wish to watch later.

NOON ON MONDAYS

THE AMERICAN JEWISH EXPERIENCE CLASS

Upcoming Classes:

EVERY MONDAY IN FEBRUARY & MARCH

(except Feb. 16)

In person or on Zoom (members only):

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81445899010

Visit THIS LINK to watch previous sessions!

SAVE THE DATE!!!

Sunday, March 8

Lunch Making Tzedakah Project is BACK!

CHJ Members of all ages are invited to participate in our lunch making project for the N.O.A.H. Soup Kitchen.

Workers are needed for the assembly lines on the afternoon of Sunday, March 8.

We'll deliver and help serve the lunches on the morning of Monday, March 9. (RSVP for delivery / serving to Audrey with what you are volunteering for.)

We need donations lunch-packable desserts!!

Contact Audrey Pleasant (audreypleasant@gmail.com) with ANY questions!

NEW FOR 2026!

COLLECTING FOR CAMP CASEY

In conjunction with the Lunch Making, we are planning a collection project / supply drive for Camp Casey, a wonderful program—directed by CHJ member Molly Reeser—that provides horse experiences for children with cancer and other life-endangering illnesses.

Scan the QR code below or shop at a merchant of your choice!

SOUPER SUPPER COOKBOOKS ON SALE!

Copies of the 10th anniversary Souper Supper for Charity recipe book are still available. Contact office@chj-detroit.org to pay and pick up. (Or contact Audrey Pleasant, audreypleasant@gmail.com, for arrangements.

NEXT SJC MEETING

Sat., Feb. 7, 11AM, on Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82417709465

Come help us plan!

For more information and meeting password, contact Audrey Pleasant (audreypleasant@gmail.com).

COLLECTIONS CONTINUE!

We are continuing to collect food and other needed items (e.g. diapers--especially large sized, feminine hygiene items, cleaning products, toiletries) for local charities. When you come to our building for an activity or are just in the neighborhood, you can drop some off.

To learn of additional efforts—current and planned—contact Audrey or come to an SJC meeting. All are invited.

Success depends on the help of many people.

For more information, contact Audrey (audreypleasant@gmail.com).