News & Events, Dec. 31, 2024

NEWS & EVENTS

Dec. 31, 2024

HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS

The office will be closed on Jan. 1.

PROGRAM REMINDERS

No Yoga class on Jan. 1.

"American Jewish Experience" Class resumes 1/6.

Shabbat Services return on Jan. 10.

REGULAR SHABBAT PROGRAMS RESUME JAN. 10

✦ Friday, Jan. 10, 7PM

▶︎ A L'CHAIM! TRIBUTE TO OUR DEAR BERTA GARDON

... on the occasion of her 100th birthday!

Join us for a short service punctuated by Shabbat L'Chaims (toasts) in honor of our dear Berta Gardon who is celebrating her 100th birthday!

Afterward, pleae join us for a special Oneg Shabbat in her honor, sponsored by her daughter Jessica Gardon-Rose!

✦ Friday, Jan. 17, 7PM

▶︎ RABBI FALICK WILL SPEAK:

THE HUMAN STORIES WE ALL SHARE

We live in a world of many cultures, each with its own stories and symbols. Yet, for all that divides us, some ideas unite us in our shared humanity.

Light and darkness, water and rest, writing and time—these universal symbols remind us that we’re all part of the human story. Let’s take a moment to explore these threads of connection, not to erase our differences, but to be inspired by the fact that we’re all in this together.

A Weekly Class with Rabbi Falick

THE AMERICAN JEWISH EXPERIENCE

Join Rabbi Falick most Mondays at 12:30PM for this class about Jews in America.

Members are invited to come in anytime as we learn about the indelible mark the Jews of our nation have made on our nation and our people.

** The class will be held in person and made available live to members on Zoom. (Non-members and those catching up may access recordings that will be posted to our YouTube channel.)

** Brown bags encouraged, coffee and tea provided.

Members wishing to watch live on Zoom, send an email to Rabbi Falick, rabbi@chj-detroit.org.

UPCOMING DATES:

Most Mondays, 12:30PM

Next dates: Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27

CLICK HERE TO CATCH UP AT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

SOUPER SUPPER SUCCESS!

OVERY 140 MEMBERS & GUESTS ATTENDED THIS YEAR!

The Social Justice Committee thanks everyonel who helped with this year's Souper Supper / Chanukah Celebration for Charity. We thank all of those who donated food and did the jobs.

Our gratitude also goes out to Custodian Joe, Office Lady Michele, Caterer Julie, Music Maker Joseph and Rabbi Jeff for their essential contributions to this event.

We could not have done it without this generous help. The event raised lots of money for our Soup KItchen project and other charitable efforts. The final amount will be announced when donations are complete and calculated. The cans of food collected were donated to C.A.R.E.S. of Farmington Hills.

Photos provided by Miriam Leventhal and Arthur Liebhaber.

NEXT MEETING

Saturday, Jan. 11, 11:30am

on Zoom:

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

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

JOIN THE SJC EMAIL LIST!

Stay up-to-date!

If you want email updates about events, contact Audrey Pleasant:

(audreypleasant@gmail.com) to sign up!

No obligation!

KNIT, CROCHET & CRAFT FOR A CAUSE!

The next "Knit, Crochet & Craft for a Cause" session will be on Saturday, Jan. 18.

We will combine it with sign-making for an upcoming advocacy effort in support of immigrants (details and exact time TBA)

An array of recent warm hats knitted by our group!

Contact Audrey Pleasant: audreypleasant@gmail.com to be on the reminder list.

ALTERNATIVES FOR GIRLS

When a young woman is in danger or becomes homeless, every passing moment increases her risk for exploitation and trafficking. Reaching her quickly is critical for her safety. Often, Alternatives For Girls is her only lifeline.

We meet girls and women where they are. Through Alternatives For Girls, they can access safe shelter, crisis support, and so much more. With this support, girls can stay out of harm’s way, succeed in school, graduate, and become leaders in their communities. Most importantly, they have a safe place to learn and grow.

We invite you to make a gift to the EmpowerHer Fund today, ensuring we can continue this life-changing work in our Detroit community!