BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Federation of Detroit - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://jewishdetroit.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Federation of Detroit REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T180000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251106T134931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000661-1766671200-1766685600@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at HOPE Shelters DESCRIPTION:HOPE provides safe and judgment-free shelter\, innovative programs\, and public\nadvocacy to end homelessness. HOPE is committed to helping each guest resolve\ntheir homelessness and identify a network of supportive services delivered in\na trauma-informed setting.\n \nVolunteers will be mingling with guests and helping to serve food. There will\nalso be bingo\, and other games to play. Dinner is served at 5:30 and 6:00.\nHelp with this is appreciated.\n \nPlease use the paved parking lot and the small deck at the rear of the\nbuilding. A phone number is posted on that door. Please call the number to\ngain access.\n \nA background check is required.\nVolunteers must be 18 years or older.\nDress code is casual.\n \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13489 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-hope-shelters/ LOCATION:249 Baldwin Ave 249 Baldwin Ave\, Pontiac CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Social Justice,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19161848/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-50aI3C.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251106T134931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000660-1766667600-1766674800@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at JSL- Meer Residence DESCRIPTION:Jewish Senior Life is far more than a place to live. It’s 6 beautiful\nresidences in 2 vibrant communities in southeast Michigan where bonds of\nfriendship are built or renewed\, and passions are pursued. It’s where\nresidents actively engage with one another and\, as a result\, remain active in\nmind\, body and spirit. And its where creative programs and services extend\nspiritual\, social and cultural values of the Jewish tradition to residents\,\nfamilies and community members. JSL is a place where older adults can embrace\nlife and community in a secure and supportive environment.\n \nJSL is proud to provide inclusive residential communities. We welcome all\npeople without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, disability\,\ngender\, sex\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, age\, familial status and\nmarital status.\n \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13486 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-jsl-meer-residence/ LOCATION:15100 W 10 Mile Rd 15100 W 10 Mile Rd\, Oak Park CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Parking (free),Social Justice,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19161844/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-urDhn0.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251217T184447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000679-1766660400-1766667600@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Brilliant Detroit DESCRIPTION:Brilliant Detroit is a neighborhood-powered model ensuring children from 0-8\nare school ready\, healthy\, and supported. Brilliant Detroit does this by\ntransforming houses into community hubs where children and families have what\nthey need to thrive. \nBrilliant hubs provide free\, engaging programing in areas including literacy\,\nhealth\, and neighbor to neighbor connections. \nVolunteers will prepare for the start of 2026 programming by organizing and\ntaking inventory of STEM program materials. It will be a day of learning\, fun\,\nand connection! \nVolunteers are encouraged to bring warm clothing\, and sturdy\, close toed\nshoes. Children ages 10+ are welcome! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13846 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-brilliant-detroit/ LOCATION:5675 Larkins St 5675 Larkins St\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/17134448/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-F5p3nq.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251106T134923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234727Z UID:10000658-1766656800-1766671200@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Cass Community Social Services DESCRIPTION:Cass Community Social Services is a Homeless services agency with shelters\,\nemergency housing and permanent supportive housing programs.\n \nThis Mitzvah Day activity will be Preparing and serving meals to those in\nneed.\n \nClose toed shoes are required. Aprons\, hair nets\, and gloves will be provided.\n \nFor all ages 10 and up.\n \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13449 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-cass-community-social-services/ LOCATION:11850 Woodrow Wilson St 11850 Woodrow Wilson St\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Interfaith,Parking (free),Social Justice,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19161840/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-Fe7Ov2.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251217T184444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000678-1766656800-1766664000@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at John D Dingell VA Medical Center- Community Living Center DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will be facilitating Bingo for Veterans on the A6 Community Living\nCenter. Bingo Cart with game\, bingo cards\, bingo markers and bingo prizes\n(Canteen books) will all be in the dining room. Directions on how to play\nbingo will be in the bingo cabinet as well. The nursing staff will assist\nbringing veterans into dining room for bingo. \n6-10 volunteers are needed\, ages 14 and older please. \nPoint of contact _before Christmas Day: Bianca Cortes- Ferreira_\n * Bianca.CortesFerreira@va.gov\n * (313) 952-5369 \nPoint of contact _on Christmas Day: Kelly Cousino_\n * kelly.cousino@va.gov\n * (313) 354-6258 \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13792 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-john-d-dingell-va-medical-center-community-living-center/ LOCATION:John D. Dingell VA Medical Center 4646 John R St\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Games,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/17134445/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-YLuH04.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251111T180755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234728Z UID:10000665-1766656800-1766664000@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at JARC DESCRIPTION:Jarc offers residential support to adults with developmental disabilities in a\nhome setting of their choice\, and respite care for families. Additionally\,\nJarc offers support to our team\, enabling them to provide the best care\npossible to those we serve. \nVolunteers can play some games\, ideas can be provided prior\, bake some\ncookies\, hang out\, and enjoy one another’s company. \nDress code is casual. Children aged 3+ are welcome. \nThere are multiple JARC homes\, and addresses will be provided upon\nregistration. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13490 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-jarc-2/ CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/06084932/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive-KFrkCh.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T230000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251106T134935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T145249Z UID:10000662-1766653200-1766703600@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Jimmy's Kids DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will deliver bags of toys to families. Vehicles will be directed\naround the church parking lot for pickups.\n \nSpanish speaking skills not required but helpful!\n \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13512 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-jimmys-kids/ LOCATION:1235 Lawndale St 1235 Lawndale St\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19161851/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-M1mMqX.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251106T134939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000663-1766653200-1766664000@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Bridging Communities DESCRIPTION:Bridging Communities is dedicated to supporting older adults living\nindependently in Detroit and the surrounding area. Their programs focus on\nhelping seniors age in place with dignity through services that reduce\nisolation and meet essential needs. \nOn Mitzvah Day (Christmas Day)\, volunteers will receive assigned routes and\ndeliver hot meals to homebound seniors\, bringing nourishment\, companionship\,\nand holiday cheer to those who might otherwise be alone. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13549 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-bridging-communities/ LOCATION:6900 McGraw Ave 6900 McGraw Ave\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19161855/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-6nQOch.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T110000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251224T234728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234728Z UID:10000685-1766653200-1766660400@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Jimmy's Kids DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will deliver bags of toys to families. Vehicles will be directed\naround the church parking lot for pickups. \nSpanish speaking skills not required but helpful! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13512 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-jimmys-kids-2/ LOCATION:St. Stephen Lutheran Church 1235 Lawndale St\, Detroit CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Relations,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/24184729/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners_SOLDOUT960x600_JLive_copy-Ayw5Zd.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251225T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T031920 CREATED:20251222T151041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234731Z UID:10000677-1766649600-1766656800@jewishdetroit.org SUMMARY:Mitzvah Day at Detroit Area Agency on Aging DESCRIPTION:The Detroit Area Agency on Aging educates\, advocates\, and promotes healthy\naging to enable people to make choices about home and community-based services\nand long-term care that will improve their quality of life.\n \nThe Christmas Day volunteer project will be delivering one hot meal and one\ncold box to 10 older adults in the Detroit Area. A route of turn-by-turn\ndirections will be provided.\n \nAges 16+\n \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13780 URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/mitzvah-day-at-detroit-area-agency-on-aging/ LOCATION:960 E Jefferson Ave 960 E Jefferson Ave\, Detroit CATEGORIES:Adults,College Students,Community Relations,Older Adults,Parents,Teens,Volunteering,Young Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/17134442/25_CRD_Mitzvah_Day_DigitalBanners960x600_JLive_1-bVobhS.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Community Relations":MAILTO:bucksbaum@jewishdetroit.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR