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SUMMARY:Fundholder Investment Update
DESCRIPTION:**The location will be provided prior to the event.** \n**__** _How is my Donor Advised Fund doing? Where are the markets headed? Is\nnow a good time to establish a PACE Fund?_ \nTo answer these questions and more\, please join us for a timely and\ninformative update for fundholders with the United Jewish Foundation—including\nthose with Donor Advised Funds\, Support Foundations\, Centennial Funds\, PACE\nFunds and Agency Deposits. \nAt this program\, our investment consultants from Mercer\, together with our\nInvestment Committee Chairmen\, will provide an update on the Foundation’s\ninvestments. They’ll discuss our asset allocation strategy\, portfolio\nperformance\, and risks and opportunities ahead. This is an opportunity to hear\ndirectly from the leaders and experts who help steward our community’s\nfinancial resources. \nA light breakfast will be served. Dietary laws observed. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14670
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/fundholder-investment-update/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Detroit":MAILTO:tcohen@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260319T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143151Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Nation Teens
DESCRIPTION:**Build. Create. Innovate.**\n**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).** \nDiscover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions\, real\nstartup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech\ncompanies. \n  * Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups\n  * Work in teams to build your own startup idea\n  * Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept\n  * Learn creative thinking\, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value\n  * Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)  \n**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20  people.** \n$40 for all four sessions. (4th session date TBD.)\nPizza dinners provided (kosher). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/startup-nation-teens-5/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260401T153905Z
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SUMMARY:L’Chaim\, Detroit! at Sidecar Slider Bar in Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:Every month we meet up at a local watering hole\, and you are always invited!\nGrab a friend or come solo and make some new pals. Register in advance for $10\nand your first drink is on us! This month\, we’re heading to Sidecar Slider Bar\nin Birmingham.\nRegister online before April 15 to receive a drink ticket.\n$10 includes one drink ticket and kosher-style bar apps.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.\nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nMeredith Berlin\nJane Boronstein\nJacob B Gordon\nMatthew Luckoff \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15361
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/lchaim-detroit-at-sidecar-slider-bar-in-birmingham/
LOCATION:Sidecar Slider Bar – Birmingham 117 Willits St\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260319T152319Z
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SUMMARY:Yom HaZikaron: Israel's Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:**Doors open at 6:30PM.** \nJoin our community for Yom HaZikaron—an evening of remembrance and reflection\nat a moment of deep significance. \nAs the people of Israel once again face the harsh realities of\nconflict—sirens\, separation\, loss\, and grief—this Memorial Day carries added\nweight. Together\, we stand in solidarity with those who continue to choose\nlife\, resilience\, and hope amid profound loss. \nWe will honor fallen soldiers and victims of terror and pay tribute to those\nleft behind who continue living and moving forward\, finding the strength to\nbuild lives of purpose and hope after loss. \nGuests are invited to arrive early to view an exhibit reflecting The Strength\nto Rise\, created by our community Shinshinim and their students. Following the\nprogram\, join the Shinshinim for שרים וזוכרים— Singing and Remembering—a Yom\nHaZikaron tradition of coming together through song. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14983
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/yom-hazikaron-israels-memorial-day-2/
LOCATION:The Berman Center For The Performing Arts 6600 W Maple Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260320T192326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T015109Z
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SUMMARY:Helping to Make a House a Home\nwith Humble Design
DESCRIPTION:**This event is now sold out. If you would like to be put on the waitlist\nplease email Amy Wayne at awayne@jewishdetroit.org.** \nWP’s Tikkun Olam Volunteers (TOV) is so excited to be teaming up with the\nfolks at Humble Design for a fun and meaningful hands-on volunteer opportunity\nat their warehouse. Join TOV as we sort\, organize\, clean\, paint and measure\ndonated items\, all part of the process of making a house a home for the many\nindividuals Humble Design helps. If you’re not familiar with their amazing\nwork\, Humble Design transform lives by furnishing homes for families and\nindividuals transitioning out of homelessness and into stable housing. Their\nteam creates warm\, welcoming environments that empower these families to\nrebuild their lives with dignity and hope. We are so thrilled to be lending a\nhand! \nThere is no cost to attend this volunteer opportunity. But we ask that you\nregister online by April 15.\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and shoes. \nYou can learn more about Humble Design at\n(https://www.humbledesign.org/)\n**Thank You to Our Leadership**\nRobyn Glasser and Elana Miodownik: TOV Co- Chairs\nJennifer Ostroff and Nancy Shapero: TOV Event Chairs\nNancy Glen\, WP President\nShelly Rubenfire\, WP Campaign Chair\nIlana Liss\, WP Vice President \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15245
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/helping-to-make-a-house-a-homewith-humble-design/
LOCATION:Humble Design Detroit 21420 Melrose Ave\, Southfield
CATEGORIES:Women's Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Women%E2%80%99s Philanthropy":MAILTO:kaneistein@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260319T152323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143151Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Nation Teens
DESCRIPTION:**Build. Create. Innovate.**\n**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).** \nDiscover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions\, real\nstartup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech\ncompanies. \n  * Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups\n  * Work in teams to build your own startup idea\n  * Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept\n  * Learn creative thinking\, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value\n  * Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)  \n**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20  people.** \n$40 for all four sessions. (4th session date TBD.)\nPizza dinners provided (kosher). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/startup-nation-teens-6/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260401T164213Z
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SUMMARY:EPIC StepUp: The Premiere Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join NEXTGen Detroit’s Ben-Gurion and Herzl Societies as we welcome in\nShabbat and celebrate the launch of the EPIC StepUp Program at the Inaugural\nDinner. Enjoy a cocktail hour\, family-style Friday night dinner of classic\nJewish favorites and our special guest comedian\, podcast host and writer Eitan\nLevine\n((https://www.instagram.com/eitanthegoalie?igsh=MThmd3U0cmZnb3kxNA==)).\nThis is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow young Jewish adults who are\ndeeply committed to ensuring a vibrant Jewish future here in Detroit\, Israel\nand around the world through their support in the Federation’s Annual\nCampaign. \n6 – 7 PM: Cocktail Hour | Explore the Market | Meet & Greet with Eitan Levine\n7 – 9 PM: Dinner and Program\nDietary laws observed.\nSnappy casual attire suggested.   \nThis event is intended for households who have committed to the EPIC StepUP\nprogram or have already made a BGS or Herzl Society level gift to the\nFederation’s 2026 Annual Campaign. \n**About EPIC  StepUP**\nThe EPIC StepUp program is a pathway for welcoming and cultivating the next\ngeneration of Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) donors. EPIC StepUp invites\nparticipants to “step up” their giving over three years\, with a clear and\nachievable plan: year one: a $500 gift\, year two: a $750 gift and year three:\na $1\,000 BGS-level gift to the Federation’s Annual Campaign. From the moment\nthey join\, EPIC StepUp participants are recognized and celebrated as BGS\ndonors\, with access to all BGS community experiences. **EPIC StepUp is brought\nto the community by Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family**. \n**Thank you to Our Leadership**\n_Event Chairs:_\nAlec Cherrin\nNatalie Gordon\nMolly Moss\nJonah Newman\nGage Wakula\n_NEXTGen Detroit President_\nAndrew Luckoff\n_NEXTGen Detroit President Elect_\nAbigail Epstein\n_NEXTGen Detroit Immediate Past President_\nSpencer Lucker\n_NEXTGen Detroit Campaign VPs_\nErica Dovitz\, Nicole MacWilliams\, Andrew Moss and Blair Thoenes\n _BGS Co-Chairs_\nJacob R. Gordon and Taylor Weintraub \n**Thank you to Our Sponsors**\n**Presenter**\nThe Sue and Alan J. Kaufman & Family\nBurns & Wilcox\nKaufman Financial Group \n**Leader**\nAJM Packaging \n**Advocate**\nErin & Jonathan Modiano\nLARC Properties \n**Friend**\nCivic Companies \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15223
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/epic-stepup-the-premiere-dinner/
LOCATION:The Rust Belt Market 22801 Woodward Ave\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260325T144549Z
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SUMMARY:The Final Countdown
DESCRIPTION:We know our entire community is still processing and recovering from the\ndevastating attack on Temple Israel. Our job is to make sure that our\ncommunity remains vibrant and secure for the future\, and that means finishing\nour Annual Campaign strong. With that in mind… \nCue the music\, it’s the Final Countdown! Da da da daaaa\, da da da da\ndaaaa…ok now that we have that out of our system\, let’s close the Annual\nCampaign! The clock is running down on Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign\, and\nwith May 31 around the corner we’re upping our game and hitting the phones as\na community to reach our fundraising goals. Please join us for a fun and\nfestive Final Countdown telethon on Sunday\, April 26 from 9:30 AM until noon.\nCome for the entire time or just a half hour\, whatever fits your schedule.\nThey’ll be food\, friends and phone calls. Bring along your laptop or iPad for\neasy access to our donor portal. We hope to see you there! \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15227
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/the-final-countdown/
LOCATION:Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Detroit":MAILTO:tcohen@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260319T174327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T015109Z
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SUMMARY:Snapshot of History: Picture Yourself in History. Literally.
DESCRIPTION:The Jampel Center invites you to step into the story of photography\, and\nyou’re the star! Explore how photography has evolved through an interactive\nexhibit featuring authentic images from our Jewish community archives. As you\nmove through photo history\, you’ll jump in front of the lens. Pop in the photo\nbooth\, snap a pic with a polaroid camera\, get a professional\, vintage-style\nfamily portrait\, pose for an authentic tintype and more! \n**And picture this!  **\nCommunity partners will share historical photographs from their own archival\ncollections and offer interactive activities that bring the stories behind the\nimages to life. \n**Experience Tintype Photography  (Optional)**\nStep into the 1850s with tintype photography—a historic process that creates a\none-of-a-kind portrait on metal\, full of texture\, depth\, and old‑world charm.\nDetroit Tintype (detroittintype.com) will offer a limited number of tintype\nsessions for $54 (regularly $125). Just 15 spots available to take part in\nthis rare historic photo experience. \nTake a shot and join us for an event that will be fun for all! \n$10 single ticket (13 and older)\n$5 (12 and under)\n$25 for a family (two adults and up to 4 children)\nFree for Friends of the Jampel Center. (https://jewishdetroit.org/friends-of-archives/).\n(Optional) Detroit Tintype Add‑On: $54 \n**Please note the following tintype conditions:  ** \n  * Tintype add-on is limited to 15 sessions. **Please select your timeslot in the Add-Ons section as you select your ticket type.  **\n  * Tintypes may include up to two people per image.\n  * A general event ticket is required to purchase the tintype add-on.\n  * 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.\n  * Finished tintypes will not be available onsite and must be picked up at Temple Beth El at a later date.  \nThe Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage is home to the\nRabbi Leo M. Franklin Archives of Temple Beth El and the Leonard N. Simons\nJewish Community Archives of the Jewish Federation of Detroit. \n**Thank You to Our Supporters and Community Partners:** \n**Supporters:**\nJewish Federation of Detroit\nTemple Beth El\nHermelin Davidson Center for Congregational Excellence\n**Participating Community Partners:**\nFarber Hebrew Day School\nHebrew Free Loan\nJarc\nJewish Federation of Detroit: NEXTGen Detroit\nJewish Federation of Detroit: Women’s Philanthropy\nJewish Senior Life\nJewish War Veterans Department of Michigan\nNational Council of Jewish Women\nTamarack Camps\nTemple Beth El Sisterhood and Brotherhood \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15141
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/snapshot-of-history-picture-yourself-in-history-literally/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El 7400 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage":MAILTO:terman@jewishdetroit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260326T154200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T193722Z
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SUMMARY:When Heroes Wear Capes: An Inspiring Evening with @TheJewishFitnessCoach
DESCRIPTION:If a marathon runner dressed head-to-toe as Bat Man has showed up on your\nsocial feed\, then Yoel Levy has made his way to you. And you are not alone\,\nYoel’s handle\, @TheJewishFitnessCoach\, has over 255K followers who engage with\nhim as he travels the world running races as Bat Man to honor Ariel and Kfir\nBibas and their love of the iconic super hero. But Yoel’s story goes beyond\nthe mask and cape. As a child\, he struggled with dyslexia and speech\nchallenges\, ultimately using movement and fitness to gain confidence and\novercome obstacles. Followers also know that he is a proud and dotting big\nbrother to his sister Hannah who has special needs.  \n  \nYoel will be joining us for an inspiring talk with ample time for Q&A. He’ll\nshare his personal story as well as touch on topics of resilience\, Jewish\nidentity and visibility\, and what it means to show up proudly as a Jew\, both\non and offline. This honest and inspiring conversation is appropriate and\napplicable for teens and adults. We hope you will join us!\n  \n**Donor Ticket:**\n$18 per adult (21+) if your household has made a gift to Federation’s 2026\nAnnual Campaign. **If you are not yet a donor\, you can become one today and\nselect our donor ticket price option.  **\n  \n**Non-Donor Ticket:**\n$36 per adult (21+).\n  \n**Student Ticket:  **\n$10 (5th grade to college\, 20 and under).\n  \nPlease register in advance by April 27.\n  \nThank you to our Leadership:\nLindsay Hords and Jessica Migliore\, Event Co-Chairs\n  \nAffinities Leadership:\n  \nJayme Kirschner and Danny Singer\, Affinities Department Co-Chairs\n  \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15300
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/when-heroes-wear-capes-an-inspiring-evening-with-thejewishfitnesscoac/
LOCATION:Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Affinities Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
CREATED:20260319T152323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143151Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Nation Teens
DESCRIPTION:**Build. Create. Innovate.**\n**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).** \nDiscover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions\, real\nstartup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech\ncompanies. \n  * Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups\n  * Work in teams to build your own startup idea\n  * Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept\n  * Learn creative thinking\, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value\n  * Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)  \n**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20  people.** \n$40 for all four sessions. (4th session date TBD.)\nPizza dinners provided (kosher). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/startup-nation-teens-7/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202406
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SUMMARY:Flourish Together: A Chance to Create and Give Back
DESCRIPTION:Young Women’s Philanthropy is heading to Olive’s Bloombox in Ferndale for an\nevening of arranging tabletop bouquets to ring in spring and spread some love.\nWe’ll be making two small vase arrangements\, one to keep (or gift) and one to\nshare with a spouse\, partner or loved one of a member of the Jewish Community\nSecurity\, Inc. (JCSI) team and other security personnel in the community. We\nknow many in our community are looking for ways to thank those who keep our\ninstitutions safe\, and we thought this would be a great way to show our\nappreciation.   \n$36 includes flower arrangement\, light bites and drinks.\n**Kosher options are available upon request.  ** \nThis event is intended for women in their 30s and 40s. \nThank you to our Leadership: \nYoung Women’s Philanthropy Chairs: Lisa Rothberger and Emily Slabotsky\nEvent Co-Chairs: Erica Dovitz and Lauren Midelton\nWP VP: Emily Hunegs\nWP President: Nancy Glen \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15356
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/flourish-together-a-chance-to-create-and-give-back/
LOCATION:Olive’s Bloombox 262 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:Women's Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Women%E2%80%99s Philanthropy":MAILTO:kaneistein@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202407
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SUMMARY:Yom Ha’Atzmaut: Singing Is Believing
DESCRIPTION:Join us this May 4th\, the eve of Lag BaOmer\, for a joyful celebration of\nIsrael’s 78th Independence Day through music\, connection and the spirit of\nKlal Yisrael. At a time of profound challenges and uncertainty for Israel\,\nmoments like these bring us together to lift our voices and reaffirm what\nunites us all. \nThis family-friendly event culminates in an unforgettable\, interactive musical\nexperience with the Israeli group Koolulam—world‑renowned for turning\naudiences into a single\, soaring chorus. \nThe evening will feature something for everyone\, including: \n  * A community fair with Israel-themed crafts and activities\n  * Games and activities led by the Shinshinim\n  * Dinner featuring Israeli favorites (dietary laws observed)\n  * Israel-themed giveaways\n  * A moving mass sing-along with Koolulam \nCome dressed in white and blue as we raise our voices and celebrate Yom\nHa’Atzmaut in a fun and spirited way for the entire family.   \n$18 per person\n$50 family (2 adults and up to 5 kids)\nAges 5 and under are free \n**About Koolulam**   https://www.koolulam.com/en/brings people together through a mass\nsinging experience; empowering the audience to raise their voices In joy and\nharmony. The result is an awe-inspiring immersive and fun journey that builds\nconnections between people. See what millions of people all over the world are\nraving about! Join in the fun where The AUDIENCE IS THE STAR! \n**Thank You to Our Event Sponsors** \n**Chesed**\nCouzens Lansky\nMASA Israel Journey \n**Arevut**\nAmerican Technion Society\nMarvin & Betty Danto Health Care Center\nPaycom\nPrince Concepts\nUniprop \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14960
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-singing-is-believing/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Rd\, Southfield
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260507T193000
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SUMMARY:Startup Nation Teens
DESCRIPTION:**Build. Create. Innovate.**\n**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).** \nDiscover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions\, real\nstartup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech\ncompanies. \n  * Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups\n  * Work in teams to build your own startup idea\n  * Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept\n  * Learn creative thinking\, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value\n  * Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)  \n**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20  people.** \n$40 for all four sessions. (4th session date TBD.)\nPizza dinners provided (kosher). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473
URL:http://jewishdetroit.org/event/startup-nation-teens-8/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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