Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit

Painting (and Dating) with a Twist
2026-01-28 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Painting with a Twist 200 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale
We’re tapping in to our inner artists at this upcoming Interfaith Couples
event. Join us at Painting with a Twist in Ferndale and connect with other
young adult interfaith couples as we enjoy some wine, dessert and put our
painting skills to the test. We’ll also have a meaningful discussion about
navigating the joys, challenges and surprises of being in an interfaith
relationship.
$60 per couple includes painting workshop and your finished masterpiece, wine
and desserts.
Space is limited. Please RSVP by January 26.
This event is open to young adult couples, married or dating, in which one
partner identifies as Jewish.
**Thank you to our Leadership**
Event Chairs: Morgan Katz and Billy Wiseman
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14003

Lunch & Learn. Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million with Dave Shlachter
2026-02-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd,
Join us for a special Lunch & Learn with photographer and author David
Shlachter as he presents Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million—a beautiful
coffee‑table book that captures Israel through the lives of 100 individuals at
the moment the country reached a population of ten million. Spanning sabras
and immigrants, Jews and Arabs, religious and secular Israelis, elders and
children —and amid war, political division and deep national uncertainty—the
book traces the extraordinary diversity that has emerged since Israel’s
founding in 1948.
At its core, Hinenu _ _(Hebrew for “Here we are”) is an expression of
gratitude and peoplehood. A portrait of a society still becoming itself, and a
call to listen to one another with curiosity and care._ _
A kosher light lunch will be provided. Tickets are $10. Space is limited, so
please register by January 28.
**Book will be available for purchase at the event at a special price of $48,
a 25% discount. **
Thanks to:
I&O Israel Programming Committee
Michal Nodel, Program Chair
**About the Author**
Dave Shlachter, a Harvard graduate, has worked everywhere from Supreme Courts
to city buses. Early in his career, he helped build South Asia’s first court-
affiliated mediation center in New Delhi, learning that resolving conflict
begins with understanding people. Later, his award-winning graduate thesis on
electrifying Rwanda’s bus fleet sharpened his ability to listen across vastly
different worlds. Today, Dave brings that same curiosity to Israel. After
moving to Tel Aviv with his family, he set out to photograph and interview 100
Israelis — focusing not on politics, but on human stories. His new book is the
result: a powerful reminder that empathy starts with meeting people.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14199

Navigating History: Using Tech to Trace Your Roots
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
Curious about your family history? Online tools can unlock incredible
stories—but only if you know how to search smart. Join archivists Robbie
Terman and Laura Gottlieb for a three-part Zoom series packed with practical
tips to make genealogy research easier and more rewarding.
**Session 1: February 4, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Newspapers**
Old newspapers are full of hidden gems. Learn how to dig through digital
archives and find the headlines that matter to your family story.
**Session 2: February 11, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Archives**
Archives hold treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Discover what’s inside,
how to access it and how to search like a pro.
**Session 3: February 18, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Online Genealogy Tools**
Ready to explore your roots? Whether you’re just starting out or want to
sharpen your skills, get hands-on tips for using popular genealogy sites and
uncovering meaningful connections.
**Cost:** $18 (FREE for Friends of the Jampel Center)
**Registration required.**
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14114
Click here to join the livestream. https://jfmd-org.zoom.us/j/81013766256?pwd=H87lBcXFlJTbw5PcKH5AD4479u2Bqt.1

From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking
2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Pop’s For Italian 280 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale
Networking doesn’t have to feel forced, awkward, or performative. Join
NEXTWork, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program for a
confidence-building evening with Michelle Gilbert, Chief Engine Officer of
Purple Engine Coaching at Pop’s for Italian in Ferndale. In her interactive
presentation, “**From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking**
,” Michelle will help us replace networking anxiety with a clear, confident
approach to creating authentic connections. We’ll learn how to prepare with
intention, engage in real conversations and follow up in ways that feel
natural rather than transactional. By focusing on practical strategies and
real-world scenarios, this session aims to move us from self-conscious or
uncertain to grounded, purposeful and confident in how we build and sustain
professional relationships.
**$18** per person includes presentation, networking, a drink ticket and
light appetizers (kosher style).
Please RSVP by February 20.
You can learn more about Michelle Gilbert and Purple Engine Coaching at
(https://purpleenginecoaching.com )
Thank you to our Event Chairs:
Gillian Porter
David Moiseev
NEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.
Special thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14415

An Evening at Ina Garten's Book Tour: Pre-Glow and Group Seating with NXG
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:30 | The Kahn Apartments 7430 2nd Ave, Detroit
**A minimum donation of $100 to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is required
to attend this event. This event is intended for young adults ages 21-39.**
Join NEXTGen Detroit for an evening at the Fisher Theater as we take our seats
and enjoy Ina Garten’s book tour _Be Ready When The Luck Happens_. We have
some wonderful seats secured at a discounted group rate, and if that weren’t
enough, you’re invited for an exclusive pre-glow before the event at The Kahn.
Enjoy drinks and apps before we head over to the theater and hear the Barefoot
Contessa discuss her latest memoir.
6 PM – Pre-Glow begins at The Kahn with cocktails and apps.
7 PM – We head to The Fisher as a group and take our seats.
7:30 PM – Sit back, relax, and enjoy _Ina_! How easy is that?
$100 per person includes a ticket to the show on the main floor, pre-glow with
light appetizers and drinks and *parking.
In addition to the cost of the ticket, there is a minimum donation of $100 to
Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign to attend this event. If you have already
made a gift of $100, please contact Lindsey at
(https://mailto:lschwartz@jewishdetroit.org) for
a code to waive the minimum donation.
This event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.
Dietary laws observed.
*The parking lot for the Fisher Building is on Third Avenue. Specific parking directions will be sent before the event.
**Thank you to our event chairs:**
Nicole MacWilliams
Annie Gordon Thomas
Jonathan Shaw
**Thank you to The Kahn for hosting our pre-glow reception.**
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13394

Startup Nation Teens
2026-03-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills
**Build. Create. Innovate.**
**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).**
Discover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions, real
startup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech
companies.
* Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups
* Work in teams to build your own startup idea
* Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept
* Learn creative thinking, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value
* Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)
**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20 people.**
$40 for all four sessions. Pizza dinners provided (kosher).
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473

Federation Insider
2026-03-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:30
**Is 2026 the year that YOU become an Insider?**
Are you ready to take your community involvement to the next level?
Was that a yes? Awesome! Join us for NEXTGen Detroit’s Federation Insider.
Over three interactive, educational (and of course fun) sessions, we’ll give
you an inside look into the Metro Detroit Jewish community and everything that
NEXTGen Detroit and the Jewish Federation have to offer. You’ll network with
other young adults and community leaders and learn about local resources and
programs to get involved and give back. In addition to hearing from our
dynamic speakers, you’ll also have the chance to choose from a variety of
interactive breakout sessions so you can become an insider on aspects of the
community that matter most to you!
**Session 1: All About NEXTGen Detroit**
**March 9 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM**
We’ll start by hearing from Tomer Moked, NEXTGen Detroit Director, and Andrew
Luckoff, NEXTGen Detroit President, about the ins and outs of NEXTGen Detroit
and how our young adult division has become a model used by Federations across
North America. We’ll dive into our mission, our three areas of focus and how
we’re attracting and engaging the next generation of proud Jewish Detroiters.
**Breakout #1 Diverse Experiences:** A conversation with Board VPs who will
discuss the types of events we host and the groups within our community we
program for.
**Breakout #2 Bold Leadership:** A conversation with Board member alumni
about their leadership journey before, during and after serving on the Board
and how they continue to stay involved in the community.
**Session 2: Getting to Know the Jewish Federation**
**March 18 | | 6:30 – 8:30 PM**
Next is an intimate conversation with Federation’s CEO, Steven Ingber. Learn
about Federation’s work as an umbrella organization that supports 17 local and
overseas Jewish agencies. You’ll also have the chance to take a closer look at
one of our internal departments or explore the work of our agencies more in
depth.
**Breakout #1 I & O:** A conversation with our Israel and Overseas (I & O)
team about how they connect Detroiters to Israel and the impact Federation
makes in Jewish communities around the world.
**Breakout #2 Partner Agencies:** A conversation with professionals and
NEXTGen Detroit Liasons from four of Federation’s partner agencies about the
work that they do and the people that they serve.
**Session 3: Where does the Money Go? And What’s NEXT?**
**March 26 | | 6:30 – 8:30 PM**
Federation’s Annual Campaign raises millions of dollars to support local and
international causes. But how do we decide who gets a piece of the pie and how
much? In this session, you’ll learn about Federation’s allocation process and
take part in an exercise to see how you would distribute funds to those in
need. You’ll also get a chance to explore how you can get involved with the
Federation and NEXTGen Detroit in a “career fair” style experience and let us
help you find a meaningful opportunity.
**Food will be served at each session.**
Thank you to our 2026 Federation Insider Co-Chairs:
Mara Levine
Emily Elconin
Arie Zeidner
**_Federation Insider is intended to be a series of conversations, so we ask
that you attend all three sessions._**
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14561

Little Legacies
2026-03-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Temple Beth El 7400 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills
Help your kids (or grandkids) _make history_!
We’re excited to invite students in **grades 3–5** to apply for the Little
Legacies Oral History Project, a chance to discover family stories and create
a keepsake your family will treasure.
Your student and their grandparent (or other older family member) will attend
an interactive workshop where they’ll learn how to conduct an amazing
oral‑history interview—just like a pro!
Then, they’ll sign up for a filming session (two dates available) with a
professional videographer to capture their story on camera.
**Best part?** Your family receives a copy of the interview, which will also
be preserved in the community archives.
**Requirements**
* Student must be in 3rd–5th grade
* Student and interviewee must attend both the workshop and one filming session. Filming will take place March 15 or March 22 between 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm by appointment. Each session lasts one hour, including a 30‑minute recording.
* Parent/guardian and interviewee must sign a filming release
Thanks to generous support from the Hermelin Davidson Center for
Congregational Excellence, this program is **free of charge**.
**APPLY TODAY** — space is limited!
This form serves as an application; Jampel Center staff will follow up to
confirm participation. If spots fill, we’ll create a waitlist.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14596

The Signature Event
2026-03-11 18:30 - 21:30 | Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield
Our annual women-only event is a not-to-be-missed celebration of the local and
global impact that the Jewish women of Detroit make through their support of
Federation’s Annual Campaign. This year, we are leaning into our Jewish joy
and ready to treat you to a colorful and inspiring evening that we hope will
leave you craving even more community.
We are thrilled to welcome Melissa Ben-Ishay to the stage this year! Melissa
will share the story of building her brand and how her Jewish upbringing and
identity have shaped her path both personally and professionally. She’ll be
joined on stage by our moderator Lindsay Pinchuk, award-winning podcast host
of (https://www.dearfoundher.com/) and Detroit native.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14586

Startup Nation Teens
2026-03-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills
**Build. Create. Innovate.**
**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).**
Discover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions, real
startup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech
companies.
* Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups
* Work in teams to build your own startup idea
* Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept
* Learn creative thinking, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value
* Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)
**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20 people.**
$40 for all four sessions. (4th session date TBD.)
Pizza dinners provided (kosher).
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473

Healthy Boundaries and Happy Holidays: Practical Insight for Managing Family and Festivities
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Aish Detroit 25725 Coolidge Hwy, Oak Park
We love ‘em, but sometimes the fam can be a little problematic. With spring
holidays fast approaching, we wanted to give you some practical pointers to
help ensure family time is enjoyable during the holidays including
establishing healthy boundaries, managing expectations and handling the
occasional conflict. We have three pros (Rabbi Yoni Dahlen of Congregation
Shaarey Zedek, Karen Gordon, LMSW, LCSW and Julie Ohana, LMSW) who will lead
us through some conversations tackling a few of the touchiest topics. No
pressure to share, feel free just to listen and take it in. But before we get
into it, we’ll roll up our sleeves and get in the kitchen with Julie Ohana of
Culinary Art Therapy to create a charoset that’s sure to wow at your family’s
seder table.
$10 per person includes charoset making workshop and a NEXTGen Detroit
cookbook.
Dietary laws observed.
This event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.
Thank you to our event co-chairs: Amanda Polk and Shelby Miller
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14811

A Game Show Battle for the 20s Crowd
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Game Show Battle Rooms – Detroit (Troy) 750 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy
C’mon on down to the new Game Show Battle Rooms in Troy for some friendly
competition with your fellow 20-somethings. We’ll battle it out in their
Classic Showdowns, seeing how we score in Survey Battles, Spin and Solve and
What’s that Cost. But before picking up the buzzers, we’ll have a little happy
hour to kick off the evening starting at 6:30 PM. The games will start
promptly at 7:30 PM.
$25 includes one drink ticket and games.
“Cashless” cash bar available, so bring your plastic.
**Note:** Prior to arrival,[ this waiver must be filled
out.](https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5c473bb934d6a/web/)
**This event is intended for young Jewish adults in their 20s. **
Please RSVP by March 20.
Thank you to our Leadership:
Meredith Berlin, Karlee Goodwin and Gillian Porter, Event Co-Chairs
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14970

A Game Show Battle for the 30s Crowd
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Game Show Battle Rooms – Detroit (Troy) 750 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy
C’mon down to the new Game Show Battle Rooms in Troy for some friendly
competition with your fellow 30-somethings. We’ll battle it out in their
Primetime Showdowns game room, seeing how we score in Survey Battles, Match-Up
Wars and the Time Rush Games. But before picking up the buzzers, we’ll have a
little happy hour to kick off the evening starting at 6:30 PM. The games will
start promptly at 7:30 PM.
$25 includes one drink ticket and games.
“Cashless” cash bar available, so bring your plastic.
**Note:** Prior to arrival, (https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5c473bb934d6a/web/)
**This event is intended for young Jewish adults in their 30s. **
Please RSVP by March 20.
Thank you to our Leadership:
Meredith Berlin, Karlee Goodwin and Gillian Porter, Event Co-Chairs
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14971

Startup Nation Teens
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills

L’Chaim, Detroit! at Sidecar Slider Bar in Birmingham
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Sidecar Slider Bar – Birmingham 117 Willits St, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Every month we meet up at a local watering hole, and you are always invited!
Grab a friend or come solo and make some new pals. Register in advance for $10
and your first drink is on us! This month, we’re heading to Sidecar Slider Bar
in Birmingham.
Register online before April 15 to receive a drink ticket.
$10 includes one drink ticket and kosher-style bar apps.
This event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.
Thank you to our event co-chairs:
Meredith Berlin
Jane Borenstein
Jacob B Gordon
Matthew Luckoff
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15361

Yom HaZikaron: Israel's Memorial Day
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 | The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
**Doors open at 6:30PM.**
Join our community for Yom HaZikaron—an evening of remembrance and reflection
at a moment of deep significance.
As the people of Israel once again face the harsh realities of
conflict—sirens, separation, loss, and grief—this Memorial Day carries added
weight. Together, we stand in solidarity with those who continue to choose
life, resilience, and hope amid profound loss.
We will honor fallen soldiers and victims of terror and pay tribute to those
left behind who continue living and moving forward, finding the strength to
build lives of purpose and hope after loss.
Guests are invited to arrive early to view an exhibit reflecting The Strength
to Rise, created by our community Shinshinim and their students. Following the
program, join the Shinshinim for שרים וזוכרים— Singing and Remembering—a Yom
HaZikaron tradition of coming together through song.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14983

Helping to Make a House a Home with Humble Design
2026-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Humble Design Detroit 21420 Melrose Ave, Southfield
**This event is now sold out. If you would like to be put on the waitlist
please email Amy Wayne at awayne@jewishdetroit.org.**
WP’s Tikkun Olam Volunteers (TOV) is so excited to be teaming up with the
folks at Humble Design for a fun and meaningful hands-on volunteer opportunity
at their warehouse. Join TOV as we sort, organize, clean, paint and measure
donated items, all part of the process of making a house a home for the many
individuals Humble Design helps. If you’re not familiar with their amazing
work, Humble Design transform lives by furnishing homes for families and
individuals transitioning out of homelessness and into stable housing. Their
team creates warm, welcoming environments that empower these families to
rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. We are so thrilled to be lending a
hand!
There is no cost to attend this volunteer opportunity. But we ask that you
register online by April 15.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
You can learn more about Humble Design at
(https://www.humbledesign.org/)
**Thank You to Our Leadership**
Robyn Glasser and Elana Miodownik: TOV Co- Chairs
Jennifer Ostroff and Nancy Shapero: TOV Event Chairs
Nancy Glen, WP President
Shelly Rubenfire, WP Campaign Chair
Ilana Liss, WP Vice President
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15245

EPIC StepUp: The Premiere Dinner
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Rust Belt Market 22801 Woodward Ave, Ferndale
Please join NEXTGen Detroit’s Ben-Gurion and Herzl Societies as we welcome in
Shabbat and celebrate the launch of the EPIC StepUp Program at the Inaugural
Dinner. Enjoy a cocktail hour, family-style Friday night dinner of classic
Jewish favorites and our special guest comedian, podcast host and writer Eitan
Levine
((https://www.instagram.com/eitanthegoalie?igsh=MThmd3U0cmZnb3kxNA==)).
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow young Jewish adults who are
deeply committed to ensuring a vibrant Jewish future here in Detroit, Israel
and around the world through their support in the Federation’s Annual
Campaign.
6 – 7 PM: Cocktail Hour | Explore the Market | Meet & Greet with Eitan Levine
7 – 9 PM: Dinner and Program
Dietary laws observed.
Snappy casual attire suggested.
This event is intended for households who have committed to the EPIC StepUP
program or have already made a BGS or Herzl Society level gift to the
Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign.
**About EPIC StepUP**
The EPIC StepUp program is a pathway for welcoming and cultivating the next
generation of Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) donors. EPIC StepUp invites
participants to “step up” their giving over three years, with a clear and
achievable plan: year one: a $500 gift, year two: a $750 gift and year three:
a $1,000 BGS-level gift to the Federation’s Annual Campaign. From the moment
they join, EPIC StepUp participants are recognized and celebrated as BGS
donors, with access to all BGS community experiences. **EPIC StepUp is brought
to the community by Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family**.
**Thank you to Our Leadership**
_Event Chairs:_
Alec Cherrin
Natalie Gordon
Molly Moss
Jonah Newman
Gage Wakula
_NEXTGen Detroit President_
Andrew Luckoff
_NEXTGen Detroit President Elect_
Abigail Epstein
_NEXTGen Detroit Immediate Past President_
Spencer Lucker
_NEXTGen Detroit Campaign VPs_
Erica Dovitz, Nicole MacWilliams, Andrew Moss and Blair Thoenes
_BGS Co-Chairs_
Jacob R. Gordon and Taylor Weintraub
**Thank you to Our Sponsors**
**Presenter**
The Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family
Burns & Wilcox
Kaufman Financial Group
**Leader**
AJM Packaging
**Advocate**
Erin & Jonathan Modiano
LARC Properties
**Friend**
Civic Companies
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15223

Snapshot of History: Picture Yourself in History. Literally.
2026-04-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Temple Beth El 7400 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills
The Jampel Center invites you to step into the story of photography, and
you’re the star! Explore how photography has evolved through an interactive
exhibit featuring authentic images from our Jewish community archives. As you
move through photo history, you’ll jump in front of the lens. Pop in the photo
booth, snap a pic with a polaroid camera, get a professional, vintage-style
family portrait, have your face printed on a cookie instantly, pose for an
authentic tintype and more!
**And picture this! **
Community partners will share historical photographs from their own archival
collections and offer interactive activities that bring the stories behind the
images to life.
**Experience Tintype Photography (Optional)**
Step into the 1850s with tintype photography—a historic process that creates a
one-of-a-kind portrait on metal, full of texture, depth, and old‑world charm.
Detroit Tintype (detroittintype.com) will offer a limited number of tintype
sessions for $54 (regularly $125). Just 15 spots available to take part in
this rare historic photo experience.
Take a shot and join us for an event that will be fun for all!
$10 single ticket (13 and older)
$5 (12 and under)
$25 for a family (two adults and up to 4 children)
Free for Friends of the Jampel Center. (https://jewishdetroit.org/friends-of-archives/).
(Optional) Detroit Tintype Add‑On: $54
**Please note the following tintype conditions: **
* Tintype add-on is limited to 15 sessions. **Please select your timeslot in the Add-Ons section as you select your ticket type. **
* Tintypes may include up to two people per image.
* A general event ticket is required to purchase the tintype add-on.
* A timed slot is required for tintype sessions; late arrivals will forfeit their slot. General exhibit admission may be before or after your scheduled time.
* Finished tintypes will not be available onsite and must be picked up at Temple Beth El at a later date.
The Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage is home to the
Rabbi Leo M. Franklin Archives of Temple Beth El and the Leonard N. Simons
Jewish Community Archives of the Jewish Federation of Detroit.
**Thank You to Our Supporters and Community Partners:**
**Supporters:**
Jewish Federation of Detroit
Temple Beth El
Hermelin Davidson Center for Congregational Excellence
**Participating Community Partners:**
Farber Hebrew Day School
Hebrew Free Loan
Jarc
Jewish Federation of Detroit: NEXTGen Detroit
Jewish Federation of Detroit: Women’s Philanthropy
Jewish Senior Life
Jewish War Veterans Department of Michigan
National Council of Jewish Women
Tamarack Camps
Temple Beth El Sisterhood and Brotherhood
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15141

When Heroes Wear Capes: An Inspiring Evening with @TheJewishFitnessCoach
2026-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
If a marathon runner dressed head-to-toe as Bat Man has showed up on your
social feed, then Yoel Levy has made his way to you. And you are not alone,
Yoel’s handle, @TheJewishFitnessCoach, has over 255K followers who engage with
him as he travels the world running races as Bat Man to honor Ariel and Kfir
Bibas and their love of the iconic super hero. But Yoel’s story goes beyond
the mask and cape. As a child, he struggled with dyslexia and speech
challenges, ultimately using movement and fitness to gain confidence and
overcome obstacles. Followers also know that he is a proud and dotting big
brother to his sister Hannah who has special needs.
Yoel will be joining us for an inspiring talk with ample time for Q&A. He’ll
share his personal story as well as touch on topics of resilience, Jewish
identity and visibility, and what it means to show up proudly as a Jew, both
on and offline. This honest and inspiring conversation is appropriate and
applicable for teens and adults. We hope you will join us!
**Donor Ticket:**
$18 per adult (21+) if your household has made a gift to Federation’s 2026
Annual Campaign. **If you are not yet a donor, you can become one today and
select our donor ticket price option. **
**Non-Donor Ticket:**
$36 per adult (21+).
**Student Ticket: **
$10 (5th grade to college, 20 and under).
Please register in advance by April 27.
Thank you to our Leadership:
Lindsay Hords and Jessica Migliore, Event Co-Chairs
Affinities Leadership:
Jayme Kirschner and Danny Singer, Affinities Department Co-Chairs
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15300

Preparing for the Unexpected: A Conversation with the Pros about Life Planning
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Platform18 116 E 7th St, Royal Oak
Adulting, like real adulting, is no joke. Beyond paying the bills and showing
up for work, there’s planning for the future — and it’s not all intuitive.
That’s why we’ve invited several professionals together to help us get started
on some of the trickier parts of planning for the years ahead. We’ll be
talking about everything from wills and guardianship to insurance and
investments, even end of life wishes. We’ll also tackle the difficult topic of
caring for older adults, be it your parents or grandparents, and what role you
can play in ensuring their wishes are respected and everything is in order.
These topics apply to many ages and stages of life. Our goal is to have you
leave with more insight and resources to help you make big decisions and set
you and your family up for success.
The pros on our panel will include:
Abigail Berlin, LMSW: Psychotherapist & Hospital Social Worker, Berlin Therapy
PLLC
Carly Pickel, CFP, CPFA, CSRIC: Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Michelle A. Rubin, Attorney: Partner, Taft Law
$10 per person. Dinner will be provided.
This event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.
Thank you to our event chairs: Daniel Cohen, Jeremy Rosenberg and Alana Silver
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15313
