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SUMMARY:Entrée 2025: Your Seat at the Table
DESCRIPTION:This is your community to explore and enjoy. So\, what are you waiting for?\nLet’s find you a seat at the table! Join NEXTGen Detroit for Entrée 2025 and\nget a taste of everything that Jewish Detroit has to offer!\nOver four sessions\, we’ll introduce you to NEXTGen Detroit\, Federation\, our\nnetwork of partner agencies and the many flavors and facets of Jewish Detroit.\nMeet other young adults **and** community leaders. Learn about local resources\n**and** programs. Hear how you can get involved **and** give back in Jewish\nDetroit.\nEntrée is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.\nDietary laws observed at all sessions.\nPlease register in advance by March 11.\nQuestions? Contact Sam at\n(https://mailto:sschwartz@jewishdetroit.org) or\nAmy at\n(https://mailto:rosenfeld@jewishdetorit.org)\n**Session 1: Bold Leadership**\nMarch 18 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nWe’ll start with a candid conversation with Federation’s CEO Steven Ingber\,\nNEXTGen Detroit Director Tomer Moked and NEXTGen Detroit President Spencer\nLucker. Learn about Federation’s work as an umbrella organization that\nsupports 16 local and three overseas Jewish agencies\, our current challenges\nand goals and how we are working to take care of the needs of our community’s\nmost vulnerable members and build a vibrant Jewish future. Meet the leaders\nwho are making it happen\, and learn how to start your journey into Jewish\nleadership.\n**Session 2: Diverse Experiences**\nMarch 25 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet a look behind-the-scenes at the event-planning powerhouse that is NEXTGen\nDetroit. Meet the staff who make all the happy hours\, fundraisers\, networking\nevents\, holiday celebrations and nights out on the town happen. Learn why we\ndouble down on events and programs as a way to build community and our\nstrategy behind building a calendar of things to do in Jewish Detroit.\n**Session 3: Inspired Giving**\nApril 1 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet inside info on Federation’s Annual Campaign\, how we raise almost $40\nmillion a year\, where all that money goes and how it gets there. Meet a few of\nour agencies and hear how Federation’s support allows them to impact countless\nlives here in Detroit and around the world.\n**Session 4: Find Your Seat at the Table**\nApril 8 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nNow that you’re pretty much a Jewish Detroit connoisseur\, it’s time to figure\nout where you want to dig in. We’re laying out a spread of opportunities and\ninviting you to get a sampling of ways you can get involved. Learn about\nleadership opportunities\, chairing events\, joining committees\, volunteering\nwith agencies and more.\n**Thank you to our Leadership:**\nEntrée 2025 Co-Chairs: Daniel Snyder\, Bri Freedman and Mara Levine\nVPs: Samantha Foon and Erica Dovitz\nImmediate Past President: Jennifer Maxbauer\nPresident: Spencer Lucker\nPresident Elect: Andrew Luckoff\nNEXTGen Detroit Director: Tomer Moked\nNEXTGen Detroit Staff: Samantha Schwartz\, Amy Rosenfeld\, Cameron Billes\,\nLindsey Schwartz\, Rachel Jaffe\, Ryan Otis\n**_Entrée 2025 is intended to be a series of conversations\, so we ask that you\nattend all four sessions._  ** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10828
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/entree-2025-your-seat-at-the-table-2/
LOCATION:Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit 6735 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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:20250401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250401T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250217T154904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T170632Z
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SUMMARY:Entrée 2025: Your Seat at the Table
DESCRIPTION:This is your community to explore and enjoy. So\, what are you waiting for?\nLet’s find you a seat at the table! Join NEXTGen Detroit for Entrée 2025 and\nget a taste of everything that Jewish Detroit has to offer!\nOver four sessions\, we’ll introduce you to NEXTGen Detroit\, Federation\, our\nnetwork of partner agencies and the many flavors and facets of Jewish Detroit.\nMeet other young adults **and** community leaders. Learn about local resources\n**and** programs. Hear how you can get involved **and** give back in Jewish\nDetroit.\nEntrée is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.\nDietary laws observed at all sessions.\nPlease register in advance by March 11.\nQuestions? Contact Sam at\n(https://mailto:sschwartz@jewishdetroit.org) or\nAmy at\n(https://mailto:rosenfeld@jewishdetorit.org)\n**Session 1: Bold Leadership**\nMarch 18 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nWe’ll start with a candid conversation with Federation’s CEO Steven Ingber\,\nNEXTGen Detroit Director Tomer Moked and NEXTGen Detroit President Spencer\nLucker. Learn about Federation’s work as an umbrella organization that\nsupports 16 local and three overseas Jewish agencies\, our current challenges\nand goals and how we are working to take care of the needs of our community’s\nmost vulnerable members and build a vibrant Jewish future. Meet the leaders\nwho are making it happen\, and learn how to start your journey into Jewish\nleadership.\n**Session 2: Diverse Experiences**\nMarch 25 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet a look behind-the-scenes at the event-planning powerhouse that is NEXTGen\nDetroit. Meet the staff who make all the happy hours\, fundraisers\, networking\nevents\, holiday celebrations and nights out on the town happen. Learn why we\ndouble down on events and programs as a way to build community and our\nstrategy behind building a calendar of things to do in Jewish Detroit.\n**Session 3: Inspired Giving**\nApril 1 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet inside info on Federation’s Annual Campaign\, how we raise almost $40\nmillion a year\, where all that money goes and how it gets there. Meet a few of\nour agencies and hear how Federation’s support allows them to impact countless\nlives here in Detroit and around the world.\n**Session 4: Find Your Seat at the Table**\nApril 8 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nNow that you’re pretty much a Jewish Detroit connoisseur\, it’s time to figure\nout where you want to dig in. We’re laying out a spread of opportunities and\ninviting you to get a sampling of ways you can get involved. Learn about\nleadership opportunities\, chairing events\, joining committees\, volunteering\nwith agencies and more.\n**Thank you to our Leadership:**\nEntrée 2025 Co-Chairs: Daniel Snyder\, Bri Freedman and Mara Levine\nVPs: Samantha Foon and Erica Dovitz\nImmediate Past President: Jennifer Maxbauer\nPresident: Spencer Lucker\nPresident Elect: Andrew Luckoff\nNEXTGen Detroit Director: Tomer Moked\nNEXTGen Detroit Staff: Samantha Schwartz\, Amy Rosenfeld\, Cameron Billes\,\nLindsey Schwartz\, Rachel Jaffe\, Ryan Otis\n**_Entrée 2025 is intended to be a series of conversations\, so we ask that you\nattend all four sessions._  ** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10828
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/entree-2025-your-seat-at-the-table-3/
LOCATION:Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit 6735 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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:20250403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250403T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250220T132314Z
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SUMMARY:Pins and Pints
DESCRIPTION:Join NEXTGen Detroit Interfaith Couples for a fun night of fowling (that’s\nfootball + bowling) at The HUB Stadium in Auburn Hills. Enjoy dinner and\ndrinks while you play\, and get to know some other interfaith couples in our\ncommunity. \n$60 per couple includes fowling\, Italian-themed buffet and one drink ticket\n(beer or wine) per person.\nKosher-style. Cash bar available. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39 in an interfaith\nrelationship (married or dating) in which one partner identifies as Jewish. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nHelena Taylor\nSarah Gordon Thomas\nBrett Satovsky \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10779
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/pins-and-pints/
LOCATION:The HUB Stadium & Restaurant\, Auburn Hills 2550 Innovation Dr\, Auburn Hills
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:20250408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250217T154904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T170403Z
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SUMMARY:Entrée 2025: Your Seat at the Table
DESCRIPTION:This is your community to explore and enjoy. So\, what are you waiting for?\nLet’s find you a seat at the table! Join NEXTGen Detroit for Entrée 2025 and\nget a taste of everything that Jewish Detroit has to offer!\nOver four sessions\, we’ll introduce you to NEXTGen Detroit\, Federation\, our\nnetwork of partner agencies and the many flavors and facets of Jewish Detroit.\nMeet other young adults **and** community leaders. Learn about local resources\n**and** programs. Hear how you can get involved **and** give back in Jewish\nDetroit.\nEntrée is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.\nDietary laws observed at all sessions.\nPlease register in advance by March 11.\nQuestions? Contact Sam at\n(https://mailto:sschwartz@jewishdetroit.org) or\nAmy at\n(https://mailto:rosenfeld@jewishdetorit.org)\n**Session 1: Bold Leadership**\nMarch 18 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nWe’ll start with a candid conversation with Federation’s CEO Steven Ingber\,\nNEXTGen Detroit Director Tomer Moked and NEXTGen Detroit President Spencer\nLucker. Learn about Federation’s work as an umbrella organization that\nsupports 16 local and three overseas Jewish agencies\, our current challenges\nand goals and how we are working to take care of the needs of our community’s\nmost vulnerable members and build a vibrant Jewish future. Meet the leaders\nwho are making it happen\, and learn how to start your journey into Jewish\nleadership.\n**Session 2: Diverse Experiences**\nMarch 25 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet a look behind-the-scenes at the event-planning powerhouse that is NEXTGen\nDetroit. Meet the staff who make all the happy hours\, fundraisers\, networking\nevents\, holiday celebrations and nights out on the town happen. Learn why we\ndouble down on events and programs as a way to build community and our\nstrategy behind building a calendar of things to do in Jewish Detroit.\n**Session 3: Inspired Giving**\nApril 1 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nGet inside info on Federation’s Annual Campaign\, how we raise almost $40\nmillion a year\, where all that money goes and how it gets there. Meet a few of\nour agencies and hear how Federation’s support allows them to impact countless\nlives here in Detroit and around the world.\n**Session 4: Find Your Seat at the Table**\nApril 8 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM\nNow that you’re pretty much a Jewish Detroit connoisseur\, it’s time to figure\nout where you want to dig in. We’re laying out a spread of opportunities and\ninviting you to get a sampling of ways you can get involved. Learn about\nleadership opportunities\, chairing events\, joining committees\, volunteering\nwith agencies and more.\n**Thank you to our Leadership:**\nEntrée 2025 Co-Chairs: Daniel Snyder\, Bri Freedman and Mara Levine\nVPs: Samantha Foon and Erica Dovitz\nImmediate Past President: Jennifer Maxbauer\nPresident: Spencer Lucker\nPresident Elect: Andrew Luckoff\nNEXTGen Detroit Director: Tomer Moked\nNEXTGen Detroit Staff: Samantha Schwartz\, Amy Rosenfeld\, Cameron Billes\,\nLindsey Schwartz\, Rachel Jaffe\, Ryan Otis\n**_Entrée 2025 is intended to be a series of conversations\, so we ask that you\nattend all four sessions._  ** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/10828
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/entree-2025-your-seat-at-the-table-4/
LOCATION:Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit 6735 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
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:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250328T154901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T170401Z
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SUMMARY:The 2nd Annual Mimouna Celebration: A Jewish Moroccan Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Because last year was such a hit\, we’re once again celebrating one of the most\nfabulous and delicious Jewish customs out there\, and you’re invited! If you’re\nnot of Moroccan descent\, this may be your first time hearing about Mimouna\,\nbut we promise it won’t be the last. Traditionally celebrated on the last\nnight of Passover\, Mimouna is when families open their homes to friends and\nneighbors and serve all the sweet\, fluffy fried pastries we miss during\nPassover. It’s a full-on party\, and you know NEXTGen Detroit\, we love a party.\nCome for the mouth-watering mufletta\, put your hands out for some henna and\ngrab a glass and say l’chaim! It’s Mimouna time\, habibi! \n$18 per person includes desserts\, drinks\, henna and more.\nDietary laws observed.\nPlease RSVP by April 21.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \n**Thank you to our event co-chairs:**\nDaniel Cohen\nNicole MacWilliams\nJoseph Yusubov \n**Thank you to our Shinshinim:**\nNisan Avraham\nOri Herman\nShira Rafalovitz\nShahar Vered\nOfir Vitry \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11256
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/the-2nd-annual-mimouna-celebration-a-jewish-moroccan-tradition/
LOCATION:Aish Detroit 25725 Coolidge Hwy\, Oak Park
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:20250514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250409T170408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T210402Z
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SUMMARY:Top-Shelf Networking and a Taste of Tekiah Tequila
DESCRIPTION:Join NEXTWork\, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program at\nMex in Bloomfield Hills for an evening of business card-swapping\, hand-shaking\nand connection-making — and a lil tequila tasting. In addition to mixing and\nmingling with other young Jewish professionals\, we’ll hear from Greg Sobol\,\ndrummer-turned-businessman and founder of Tekiah Tequila\, the first Jewish-\ninspired kosher tequila in the United States. \n$18 includes networking\, kosher style apps and tequila tasting.\nPlease RSVP no later than May 12. \nThank you to our Event Chairs: Allyson Rosman and Brett Satovsky \n**About Greg Sobol**\nGreg Sobol is the child of two distinct yet equally beautiful cultures\,\nMexican Judaism and Michigan Judaism. The intersection of his heritage and\nidentity influenced Tekiah Kosher Tequila. Distilled in the traditional\,\nauthentic methods of the Jalisco region of Tequila\, Mexico\, you can taste the\nlove in every sip. Founded in 2024 and based in Royal Oak\, Tekiah is the first\nJewish-inspired kosher tequila in the United States. The company is\nrepresented by Imperial Beverage\, Kalamazoo. Visit\n(https://tekiahspirits.com/) for more information. \nNEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11269
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/top-shelf-networking-and-a-taste-of-tekiah-tequila-2/
LOCATION:Mex Bloomfield 6675 Telegraph Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250517T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T000000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250518T210405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T210405Z
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SUMMARY:Things That Make You Go Vroom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some fun in the Hillel Day School parking lot and get up close to\na few of our favorite things that go vroom\, vroom\, vroom! We’ll have emergency\nand working vehicles along with the local heroes and pros who drive them.\nKiddos will have the chance to take a look behind the wheel and take photos\nwith their favorite rides and drivers! Snacks\, arts and crafts and more…we\ncan’t wait to see you there!\nThis event is geared for families with children ages 0-5. Siblings welcome.\n$18 per family.\nDietary laws observed.\nPlease register in advance by May 16. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nSharon Fass\nAlex Hartman\nStephanie Lucker\nCarly Pickel\nElyssa Schmier\nAshley Zlatopolsky \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11602
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/things-that-make-you-go-vroom-3/
LOCATION:Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,General,NEXTGen Detroit,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250501T191900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T210401Z
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SUMMARY:Things That Make You Go Vroom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some fun in the Hillel Day School parking lot and get up close to\na few of our favorite things that go vroom\, vroom\, vroom! We’ll have emergency\nand working vehicles along with the local heroes and pros who drive them.\nKiddos will have the chance to take a look behind the wheel and take photos\nwith their favorite rides and drivers! Snacks\, arts and crafts and more…we\ncan’t wait to see you there!\nThis event is geared for families with children ages 0-5. Siblings welcome.\n$18 per family.\nDietary laws observed.\nPlease register in advance by May 16. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nSharon Fass\nAlex Hartman\nStephanie Lucker\nCarly Pickel\nElyssa Schmier\nAshley Zlatopolsky \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11602
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/things-that-make-you-go-vroom-2/
LOCATION:Hillel Day School 32200 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,General,NEXTGen Detroit,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250501T195836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T210359Z
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SUMMARY:The Chai Life: A Fundraiser Bar Night for Federation's 2025 Annual Campaign
DESCRIPTION:What better way to kick start your Memorial Day weekend than by doing good and\npartying hard with NEXTGen Detroit! We’ve got a spring fundraiser planned on\nthe street deck outside Fifth Ave in Royal Oak that is sure to have you living\nthe _chai_  life! Enjoy drinks\, fun food and the start of summer with old and\nnew friends while learning a bit about the important work of the Federation.\nHere’s your chance to make a major impact on countless lives here in Jewish\nDetroit and around the world\, all while enjoying the perfect patio bar night —\nwin win! \nWhile our private bar will be open from 5 to 8 PM\, it’s last call to make your\ngift to Federation’s 2025 Annual Campaign. Join the other 10\,000+ Jewish\nDetroiters who generously support the work of Federation and our 16 local and\nthree international partner agencies when you attend this event and make your\ngift to the 2025 Annual Campaign. \n**Ok\, ready for the  _chai’s_?…** \n**$18 per person until May 15**  includes one drink ticket and lite bites. \nAdditional drink tickets available for $8 each. Limited one per person. \nIn addition to the cost of a ticket\, a minimum donation of **$18**  to the\nJewish Federation’s 2025 Annual Campaign is required to attend this event. \n**Ticket prices after May 15:**\n$25 per person until May 22.\n$30 per person on May 23. \n**If you have already made a gift of $18 or more to Federation’s 2025 Annual\nCampaign\, email Ryan via the Point of Contact section below  for a coupon code\nto waive the minimum donation fee at registration.** \nPlease RSVP by May 15. \nDietary laws observed.\nCash bar available once you use your drink ticket.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our Co-Chairs:\nJoe Freedman\nAshley Krauthamer\nMichelle Levin\nJoe Yusubov \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11635
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/the-chai-life-a-fundraiser-bar-night-for-federations-2025-annual-campaign/
LOCATION:Fifth Avenue 215 W Fifth St\, Royal Oak
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250513T210400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T220402Z
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SUMMARY:Schmear The Love
DESCRIPTION:Love is love\, and brunch is for everyone! Join NEXTGen Detroit Pride and\nRepair the World Detroit for Schmear the Love\, a joyful and inclusive Pride\nBrunch celebrating community\, connection and carbs. Whether you’re LGBTQIA+ or\nan ally\, this is your moment to raise a mimosa\, make new friends\, take some\nphotos and soak up the good vibes. Come hungry for brunch\, bubbly and\nbelonging! \n$36 per person includes brunch and mimosa bar.\nKosher-style. Certified kosher available upon request.\nThis event is intended for Jewish members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies\nare also welcome! \nPlease RSVP by Friday\, June 6. Walk-ins are welcome. Walk-in ticket price is\n$45. \nSpecial thanks to our event co-chairs:\nAlex Hartman\nStephanie Hollander\nDylan Mostyn\nRay Zuppke \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11674
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/schmear-the-love/
LOCATION:Pronto! Diner 610 S Washington Ave\, Royal Oak
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:20250611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250516T210400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T220413Z
UID:10000610-1749664800-1749672000@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Potted Perfection:\n A Planting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Summer is here\, and it’s time to jazz up your outdoor space with a little\npotted perfection! We’re headed to Great Lakes Landscaping Design in Oak Park\nto learn from the pros how to arrange\, plant and care for a potted work of\nart. Choose from a variety of annuals and style them to create a colorful\ndisplay that you’ll enjoy all summer long. \nGloves will be provided\, but please wear something appropriate for working\nwith dirt. \n$50 includes pizza and salad\, wine and soft drinks as well as all the supplies\n(plants\, pot\, etc.)\nA certified kosher option is available upon request. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nPlease register in advance by June 9. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nMeredith Berlin\nJodi Levin\nDorrie Wolfe\nTaly Mayer \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11688
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/potted-perfection-a-planting-workshop/
LOCATION:Great Lakes Landscape Design 13201 Northend Ave\, Oak Park
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:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250610T220404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T170358Z
UID:10000616-1750874400-1750883400@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Rev Your Engines: VIP Go Karting at Full Throttle
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers\,\nboundary-breakers and daredevils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do! Bring\nyour sense of adventure\, because we’re hanging up our Good Jewish\nBoy/Girl/Person hats and doing something _meshugana_ for a change. \nOn this edition of Rebel Jews\, we’re taking the track for some high-speed\nthrills at Full Throttle in Novi. This isn’t your amateur hour go-karting\nexperience\, this is a VIP racing format with a competitive edge\, so buckle up!\nThe experience includes a practice heat\, a qualifying heat and a final feature\nrace where the group is lined up grid style. And like any pro rebel race\,\nwe’ll end with a podium ceremony announcing first\, second and third place\nwinners! \n$50 per person includes go karting\, light kosher-style dinner\, snacks and soft\ndrinks.\nCertified kosher option available upon request.\nClosed-toe shoes and athletic wear are recommended. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our event chairs: Sam Oster\, Nikki Wald and Arie Zeidner \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11756
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/rev-your-engines-vip-go-karting-at-full-throttle-2/
LOCATION:Full Throttle Adrenaline Park\, Novi: High Speed Go Karting\, Racing Sims\, Virtual Reality\, Corporate & Group Events 44225 W 12 Mile Rd\, Novi
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250530T213415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T171905Z
UID:10000614-1751191200-1751198400@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Boker Tov @ Aish Detroit
DESCRIPTION:If happy hour and Sunday morning had a baby\, it’d be Boker Tov\, Detroit! Start\nyour Sunday Funday with a great cup of coffee\, laid-back vibes\, and some\ncasual mingling with fellow Jewish young adults. We’re taking over Aish\nDetroit for a chill morning hangout—complete with latte art demonstrations\,\ndelicious coffee\, and refreshments to start your day. Whether you come for the\ncaffeine or the conversation\, this is your chance to kick off the day with\nsomething\, and someone\, new! \n$15 per person includes coffee\, morning bites\, and the latte art experience;\nKosher food and drinks provided\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39\nPlease RSVP no later than June 26th \n**Special thanks to our event co-chairs:**\nEmily Elconin\, Noam Miller\, and Alexa Randolph \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11875
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/boker-tov-aish-detroit/
LOCATION:Aish Detroit 25725 Coolidge Hwy\, Oak Park
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:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250612T220358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T174859Z
UID:10000617-1752688800-1752697800@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Paws and Pals at Barkside
DESCRIPTION:We’re taking over Detroit’s favorite dog-friendly bar for an evening of cool\ncocktails\, casual mingling and tail-wagging fun. Whether you’re looking to\nmeet fellow dog lovers\, hang out with friends or just give your four-legged\ncompanion a new spot to run around\, this is the night for you.\n$18 per person includes one drink ticket (additional ticket is $8). Cash bar\navailable.\n**Waivers and Rules**\n  1. Dogs must be at least six (6) months old.\n  2. Dogs one (1) year or older must be spayed or neutered.\n  3. Dogs must be up to date on Rabies\, DHLPP/Da2PP\, and Bordetella vaccines.\n  4. All dogs must wear a harness or collar while on the premises; training collars are not permitted.\n**Please complete in advance of attending  **\nWaiver:\n(https://form.jotform.com/232984202857160)\nRegistration:\n(https://barksidedogbar.portal.gingrapp.com/#/public/new_customer)\n**Thank you to our Co-Chairs:**\nKarlee and Herman Goodwin\nZach and Mel Neistein\nShelby and Irwin Miller \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11941
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/paws-and-pals-at-barkside/
LOCATION:Barkside Detroit 7960 Kercheval Ave\, Detroit
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:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250725T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250625T170358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T174946Z
UID:10000621-1753470000-1753482600@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Shabbat Lights & A Cocktail Night
DESCRIPTION:Unwind your week\, connect with the community and kick off Shabbat in a way\nthat feels just right.   \nShabbat Lights and a Cocktail Night is a welcoming Friday night experience for\nyoung Jewish adults looking for something more than just dinner plans. We’ll\nstart the evening with Shabbat blessings and a strolling dinner\, then ease\ninto a relaxed night of drinks\, conversation and a cozy bar vibe to carry us\ninto the weekend. Come for the food\, stay for the community and maybe order\nanother round.\n**$25 per person until July 1** includes one drink ticket\, food\, activities\nand more. Food will be kosher style with a certified kosher option available\nupon request.\nAdditional drink ticket is available for purchase. Limited one per person.\n**Shabbat Dinner begins promptly at 7:30 PM**\n$30 per person until July 24.\n$40 per person on July 25. \nThis event is intended for young adults in their 20s. \nStreet parking is available near the venue.\n**Thank you to our event Co-Chairs**\nSophie Dwoskin\nKelly Meir\nAaron Forbes\nMason Shaevsky\n**Thank you to our Host Committee**\nNick Cronk\nCasey Chudler\nCade Bracey\nRyan Hawley\nHannah Charlip\nLogan Forman\nIzzy Havis\nJoey Berlin\nBen Moss\nEmily Sherman \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/11939
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/shabbat-lights-a-cocktail-night/
LOCATION:Belle’s Lounge by Valentine Distilling Co. 161 Vester 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:20250729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250620T165304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T180400Z
UID:10000619-1753815600-1753822800@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:The Power of the Player: Name\, Image\, Likeness and Networking
DESCRIPTION:The Power of the Player: Name\, Image\, Likeness and Networking\nHow college athletes build their brand — and what we can learn from it.\nIt’s more than sports — it’s about how relationships\, reputation\, and the\nright connections can open doors in any field. Come for the conversation\, stay\nfor the connections. Meet fellow young Jewish professionals\, hear from experts\nin the field\, and enjoy a fun\, relaxed evening. \nOur guest speakers include: \n  * Michael Stein\, a trusted advisor for collegiate athletes\, specializing in Name\, Image\, and Likeness (NIL) representation. Michael leverages his legal acumen to help athletes navigate the evolving NIL space and maximize their earning potential. He’ll share insights from his experience guiding student-athletes through this rapidly changing landscape.\n  * Dylan Deitch\, who oversees both the day-to-day legal operations and the basketball business for Champions Circle\, the official collective supporting University of Michigan student-athletes. Dylan transitioned into the NIL space after starting his career at a corporate law firm in Chicago. His current work blends contract management\, donor engagement and day-to-day strategy around athlete marketing and team support. \nWhether you’re into sports or not\, today’s college athletes are rewriting the\nrules of personal branding and opportunity. Join us for The Power of the\nPlayer: Name\, Image\, Likeness and Networking\, where we’ll explore how student-\nathletes are leveraging their platforms — and how those same strategies apply\nacross industries. \n**Special thanks to our event co-chairs:**\nSteven Betel\nKyle Biel\nGillian Porter\nTaylor Weintraub\n**NEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund.** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12007
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/the-power-of-the-player-name-image-likeness-and-networking/
LOCATION:The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center 29995 W 12 Mile Rd\, Farmington Hills
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:20250804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250701T171911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T181905Z
UID:10000623-1754328600-1754334000@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:A Resumé Writing Workshop: How to Stand Out in the Stack
DESCRIPTION:Just like anything else\, trends and best practices of resumé writing change\nand evolve\, so if you’re actively looking for a new opportunity\, or looking to\nupdate your current resume\, it’s time to get caught up on what makes a resumé\nstand out in the stack. Join Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit for a\nfree resumé writing workshop led by Certified Professional Resumé Writers.\nGain valuable tips and tools to write a dynamic resumé and have the\nopportunity to sign up for free 1-on-1 resumé assistance at the conclusion of\nthe workshop. Bring your laptop and any existing resumé or resumé drafts that\nyou have already started.   \nThis event is being offered at no cost\, but we ask that you RSVP. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.   \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12133
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/a-resume-writing-workshop-how-to-stand-out-in-the-stack-2/
LOCATION:Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd\,
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:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250709T173400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T181900Z
UID:10000624-1754591400-1754602200@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Swipe Right on Tu B'Av
DESCRIPTION:This Tu B’Av we’re ditching the dating apps and making real-life connections\nhappen! \nSwipe Right on Tu B’Av is your chance to meet other Jewish singles (in their\n20s and 30s) in a fun\, low-pressure setting with cocktails\, heavy appetizers\,\nboard games and two unforgettable guest speakers. \nThe night kicks off with guest speaker The Love Dr.\, who will break down the\nlaws of attraction and offer insights into modern relationships. After that\,\nenjoy time to mix and mingle over cocktails and board games — whether you’re\ninto deep convos or just a game of Codenames. We’ll wrap up the evening with\nan interactive and engaging performance by Magician Comedian Jason Abbot\nthat’s sure to leave you amazed.\n**$25 per person until July 16** includes one drink ticket\, food\, activities\nand more.\nKosher food will be provided\nAdditional drink tickets are available for purchase. Limited one per person.\nDress to impress | Wear white in honor of the Tu B’Av tradition\n**Ticket Prices After July 16:**\n$30 per person until August 4\n$36 a person until August 7\n$40 on August 7\n**Thank you to our co-chairs**\nJessica Epstein\nMitchel Sherr \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12070
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/swipe-right-on-tu-bav/
LOCATION:Platform18 116 E 7th St\, Royal Oak
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:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250716T174859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T190418Z
UID:10000629-1755801000-1755813600@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Last Call Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to summer the only way we know how — with one Last Call as we wrap\nup NEXTGen Detroit’s summer events with a bar crawl through some of the area’s\nbest spots! \nWe’re kicking things off at Dog & Pony Show Brewing\, strolling over to Mother\nHandsome and ending the night at Unexpected Craft Brewing Company for a casual\nnight of drinks\, food and mingling with fellow Jewish young adults. Whether\nyou’re chasing a cold beer\, new connections or just a reason to celebrate\nsummer one last time\, this is your sign to join the crawl.\n**$25 per person until July 31** includes access to all three stops\, two drink\ntickets\, Mother Handsome pizza and a bar crawl shirt\nDietary Laws not observed | Kosher option available by request on registration form\nParking for the event can be found behind the bars\nThis event is intended for Jewish members of the NEXTGen Detroit community\n(Ages 21-39)\n**Ticket Prices After July 31:**\n$30 per person until August 14\n$36 per person until August 20\n$45 per person day of event August 21\n**Thank you to our event co-chairs:**\nAlec Cherrin\nMonica Merzin\nHunter Strager\nSydney Yates\n**Thank you to our host committee:**\nBrandon Ben Ezra\nZack Bennett\nAaron Brown\nNoah Hirsch\nBrandon Rothenberg\nBrett Rubenfire\nLanie Silverman\nSamantha Vine\nDana Yazdi\nGabe Zeidner \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12071
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/last-call-crawl/
LOCATION:Dog and Pony Show Brewing 14661 W Eleven Mile Rd\, Oak Park
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250807T181900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201901Z
UID:10000631-1757354400-1757361600@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:NEXTGen Detroit Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of connection\, celebration and community as we welcome\nthe incoming NEXTGen Detroit Board and honor those rolling off after a year or\nmore of incredible leadership and impact.   \nEnjoy light bites\, beer and wine during our pre-glow reception\, followed by a\nprogram highlighting this year’s achievements and what’s ahead for our\nvibrant\, young adult Jewish community.   \n**6 PM Light bites & drinks**\n**Dietary laws observed**\n**7 PM Annual Meeting**   \n**Invocation**\nRabbi Josh Bennett \n**Presentation of Mark-Lis Young Leadership Award**\nJoshua Borson \nInstallation of the 2025-2026 Board of Directors \n**Executive Leadership**\nAndrew Luckoff\, President\nAbigail Epstein\, President-Elect\nSpencer Lucker\, Immediate Past President \n**Executive Committee**\nEric Berlin\nSteven Betel\nLauren Deitch\nErica Dovitz\nMarni Glowacki\nNicole MacWilliams\nAndrew Moss\nJeremy Rosenberg\nAlana Silver\nBlair Thoenes \n**Board of Directors**\nMeredith Berlin\nSydnie Blazofsky\nBenjamin Blumenstein\nAaron Brown\nDaniel Cohen\nEmily Elconin\nSharon Fass\nBri Freedman\nZack Goldman\nKarlee Goodwin\nJacob B Gordon\nJacob R Gordon\nNatalie Gordon\nMeredith Kay Rubenfire\nJosh Ketai\nMara Levine\nMatthew Luckoff\nShelby Miller\nMolly Moss\nDylan Mostyn\nZach Neistein\nStephanie Parzen\nAmanda Polk\nGillian Porter\nAllie Rosen\nAbby Rubin\nBrett Satovsky\nEmily Slabotsky\nDaniel Snyder\nJeffrey Sondheimer\nAlyse Waldhorn\nTaylor Weintraub\nDorrie Wolfe\nAriel Zeidner\nAshley Zlatopolsky \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12308
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/nextgen-detroit-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
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:20250916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250830T200401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T201920Z
UID:10000640-1758045600-1758052800@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Asana Tova New Year's Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your mind and body for the Jewish New Year with NEXTGen Detroit\nBalance and some evening outdoor yoga. We’ll be centering ourselves with a\nrelaxed yoga class designed for all levels — perfect for first-timers and\nbeginners as well as seasoned yogis. And we’re keeping this get-together sweet\nand seasonal with some cider and donuts from everyone’s favorite cider mill\nright down the street. Grab your stretchy pants and meet us there! \nIf you’re not up for yoga\, but would like to come hang out for cider and\ndonuts\, you’re more than welcome! Just arrive closer to 7 PM. \nPlease bring your own yoga mat or towel.\n****\n$15 per person includes yoga class\, cider and donuts.\n$5 per person if just coming for cider and donuts.\nA kosher and gluten free option is available upon request. \nPlease register no later than September 11.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our NEXTGen Detroit Balance chairs: Shelby Miller and\nAmanda Polk \n**About NEXTGen Detroit Balance**\nNEXTGen Detroit Balance is a series of programs and events focused on\nproviding young adult Jewish Detroiters with access to conversations and\nexperiences that promote mental and emotional wellness. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12772
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/asana-tova-new-years-yoga/
LOCATION:Franklin Park 26425 Wellington Rd\, Franklin
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250829T200402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T152531Z
UID:10000639-1760720400-1760731200@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Family Shabbat 2025
DESCRIPTION:**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** \nCome together with fellow NEXTGen Detroit and JFamily families for a joyful\nand meaningful Shabbat evening! Enjoy Shabbat dinner and quality time with\nyour crew with plenty of fun for the kids including arts and crafts and a\nbounce house to keep the little ones smiling all night long. Plus the chance\nto snap a professional family photo.****Whether you’re a NEXTGen Detroit\nregular or it’s your first event\, this is the perfect chance to connect with\nother young families and discover all that Federation and NEXTGen Detroit have\nto offer.  You don’t need to be a Knollwood Country Club member\, all are\nwelcome!\nOpen to families with children ages 0-10\nKosher-style meal\nPlease note: No ripped jeans\, or spaghetti strap tops\n$55 per adult | $25 per child\nFree for children ages 0-2\nPlease RSVP by Friday\, October 10th\n**Thank you to our event co-chairs:**\nSharon Fass\nLindsay Kalt\nStephanie Parzen \n**Thank you to our event hosts:**\nEllie & Mitch Barnett\nLauren & Adam Blanck\nAbi & Eric Berlin\nLauren & Dorin Deitch\nMorgan & Danny Kaufman\nAndrew & Maddi Luckoff\nEmily & Zack Slabotsky\nJaime & Mitch Weiss\nJenna & Michael Wolf\nAshley Zlatopolsky & Joe Kudlacik \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12699
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/family-shabbat-2025/
LOCATION:Knollwood Country Club 5050 W Maple Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Families,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:20251022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20250922T201903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T152531Z
UID:10000647-1761159600-1761166800@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Gather & Graze:\nAn Olive Oil & Chocolate Tasting with Mongers Provisions
DESCRIPTION:Wake up your palate with NEXTGen Detroit! Sample the best of the best when it\ncomes to these culinary favorites: olive oil and chocolate! Our friends at\nMonger’s Provisions will lead us through an insightful tasting and offer some\ncreative ideas for using these go-to ingredients in new and different ways.\nWe’re also excited to share that a few of the products we will be trying are\ncoming to us from Israel! \nUntil October 16: $35 per person.\nAfter October 16: $45 per person.\nIncludes tasting\, drinks and light bites.\nA minimum donation to Federations 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to attend\nthis event. \nThis event will be hosted at a private residence in Bloomfield Hills. The\naddress will be shared with registrants closer to the event. \nThank you to our event chairs: Karlee Goodwin and Gillian Porter\nThank you to our Israel and Overseas chairs: Benjamin Blumenstein and Jeffrey\nSondheimer \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12932
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/gather-grazean-olive-olive-chocolate-tasting-with-mongers-provisions/
LOCATION:Private Residence Private Lake Dr\,
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:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251016T152329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T152531Z
UID:10000649-1761849000-1761859800@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Boo-ish and Jewish L'Chaim Detroit at Detroit Fleat
DESCRIPTION:Every month we meet up at a local watering hole\, and you are always invited!\nThis month we’re raising a glass to all things spooky scary in Jewish culture\n— from dybbuks and golems\, to demons and estries. Grab a friend\, or come solo\nand make some new pals and meet us at Detroit Fleat in Ferndale. \nRegister in advance for $8 and your first drink is on us! And feel free to use\nthis as a dress rehearsal for your costume for the next night. \n**To show our _thanks_ for coming to this event\, we’re hooking you up with a\nspecial offer! All attendees will receive a special rate on a ticket to Oy!\nWhat A Night: The Thanksgiving Eve Fundraiser at The Daxton.** \n$12 per person on October 30. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our chairs: Jordan Lesson\, Meredith Berlin and Aaron Brown \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13216
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/boo-ish-and-jewish-lchaim-detroit-at-detroit-fleat/
LOCATION:Detroit Fleat 1820 E 9 Mile Rd\, 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:20251116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251104T212128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T082717Z
UID:10000654-1763287200-1763294400@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Boker Tov\, Detroit! at The Ferndale Project
DESCRIPTION:If happy hour and Sunday morning had a baby\, it’d be Boker Tov\, Detroit! Start\nyour Sunday Funday with a great cup of coffee\, laid-back vibes\, and some\ncasual mingling with fellow Jewish young adults. We’re taking over The\nFerndale Project for a chill morning hangout—complete with breakfast treats\nand caffeinated drinks. \n$5 per person when you pre-register.\n$10 at the door.\nTicket price includes coffee and light breakfast.\nDietary laws observed.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThanks to our event co-chairs: Samantha Vine and Jared Sherman \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13514
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/boker-tov-detroit-at-the-ferndale-project/
LOCATION:Ferndale Project 567 Livernois\, 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:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251126T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251016T152335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T212345Z
UID:10000650-1764187200-1764198000@jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Oy\, What a Night!
DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Eve is known for being the booziest and schmooziest night of the\nyear\, and we’re here for it! In true NEXTGen Detroit fashion\, we’re keeping\nall the fun of this annual tradition\, but upping the experience (hello\,\nDaxton…bye\, Roosevelts) and adding in an opportunity to make a meaningful\nimpact. No standing in a line wrapped around the block to get into the bar\nthis year — you’re walking right up to that velvet rope for a Thanksgiving Eve\nreunion with all your favorite hometown homies. We’ll be making l’chaims\,\nnoshing\, connecting _and  _supporting the work of the Jewish Federation and\nits Annual Campaign. \n**$20 per person until October 16  **includes two drink tickets and lite\nbites. \nIn addition to the cost of a ticket\, a minimum donation of **$36**  to the\nJewish Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is required to attend this event. \n**Your ticket purchase helps to cover the cost of the event\, but your donation\nto the Annual Campaign goes directly to support the work of the Jewish\nFederation and our 16 local and international partner agencies. You can learn\nmore about how your $36 will impact countless lives\n**(https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-\ncontent/uploads/2025/09/15152615/25_JFD_Annual-Report_DIGITAL-r.pdf)**.** \nAdditional drink tickets available for $6 each. \n**Ticket prices after October 16th:**\n$30 per person from October 17 – November 6.\n$40 per person from November 7 – November 19.\n$50 per person from November 20 – November 26. \nIf you have already made a donation to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign\,\nplease reach out to Ryan Otis at\n(https://mailto:otis@jewishdetroit.org) for a\nspecialized code to fully waive the donation fee. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13312
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/oy-what-a-night/
LOCATION:Daxton Hotel 298 S Old Woodward Ave\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251121T173910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T233254Z
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SUMMARY:Rebel Jews at MI-Combat Tactical Laser Tag
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers\,\nboundary-breakers and dare devils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do!\nBring your sense of adventure\, because we’re hanging up our Good Jewish\nBoy/Girl/Person hats and doing something _meshugana_ for a change. \nOn this edition of Rebel Jews\, we’re putting down our space lasers and picking\nup our laser guns. But seriously folks\, forget the black light meets neon duct\ntape laser tag of your youth\, this is a serious simulation. MI-Combat Tactical\nLaser Tag is not for the timid. We’ll be jumping into an immersive gaming\nexperience\, competing in thrilling missions on Hollywood style sets and using\nrealistic equipment with live noise and recoil. So\, are you ready for combat? \n$35 per person includes dinner and combat.\nCertified kosher option available upon request.\nClosed-toe shoes are required and athletic wear is recommended. \nA minimum donation of $36 to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to\nattend this event. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nNoah Cohen\, Sydney Yates and Adam York \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13587
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/rebel-jews-at-mi-combat-tactical-laser-tag/
LOCATION:MI-Combat 29380 John R Rd\, Madison Heights
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251104T212134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T233255Z
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SUMMARY:Talking (Sweet) Shop: Noshing and Networking at Think Sweet
DESCRIPTION:Join NEXTWork\, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program at\nThink Sweet\, a joyful new addition to Metro Detroit’s kosher food scene. Owned\nby Jack and Kayla Hazan\, Think Sweet is a candy and treat destination born\nfrom a simple but ambitious vision: create a place where people from all\nbackgrounds can enjoy a wide selection of kosher sweets\, served with a warm\nwelcome. Treat yourself to top-tier networking while you build your own candy\nbag and sample one of their signature slushies. You’ll also hear from Jack\nabout his inspiration for the store and what having a Jewish\, family-owned\nbusiness means to him. \n$18 includes networking\, candy bag and signature slushie\nPlease RSVP no later than December 8. \nThank you to our Event Chairs:\nEmily Elconin\nDaniel Snyder\nArie Zeidner \n**About Jack Hazan**\nJack Hazan is a Brooklyn-born entrepreneur who relocated to the Detroit area\nwith his wife\, Kayla and their two children. With a background in marketing\,\nretail and wholesale spanning some 20 + years\, he recognized a gap in the\nlocal community’s sweet-treat landscape: a place where families****all\nbackgrounds****and those with dietary restrictions could enjoy candy and\nconfections in a welcoming\, inclusive setting.  Guided by his love of New\nYork’s vibrant kosher food scene\, Jack founded Think Sweet to blend his retail\nexpertise with his passion for creating a joyful community space. The result:\na candy shop that is both a retail experience and a gathering spot bursting\nwith color\, fun\, and a sense of belonging. \n**NEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund.** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13513
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/talking-sweet-shop-noshing-and-networking-at-think-sweet/
LOCATION:Think Sweet 32902 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
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:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251219T183849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T234727Z
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SUMMARY:Newish and Jewish L'Chaim Detroit at Barkside
DESCRIPTION:Hey\, welcome to Metro Detroit! Whether you’re just passing through or looking\nto make the Motor City home\, you picked a great place to hang your hat. We’d\nlove to welcome you and connect you with other newish and Jewish young adults\nand everything the NEXTGen Detroit community has to offer. Meet us at Barkside\nin Southfield for cool cocktails\, casual mingling and tail-wagging fun. If\nyou’ve got a dog\, bring ’em along — but if not\, no worries\, just bring\nyourself! \n $8 per person includes one drink ticket. \nIf you are bringing a pup please complete the following forms:\n**Waiver:**(https://form.jotform.com/232984202857160)\n**Registration:**(https://barksidedogbar.portal.gingrapp.com/#/public/new_customer) \nThank you to our event co-chairs: Gianni Carli\, Rachel Edelman and Andrew\nKlein \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14004
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/newish-and-jewish-lchaim-detroit-at-barkside/
LOCATION:Barkside Southfield 15640 W Eleven Mile Rd\, Southfield
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190010
CREATED:20251222T202804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T210434Z
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SUMMARY:Painting (and Dating) with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:We’re tapping in to our inner artists at this upcoming Interfaith Couples\nevent. Join us at Painting with a Twist in Ferndale and connect with other\nyoung adult interfaith couples as we enjoy some wine\, dessert and put our\npainting skills to the test. We’ll also have a meaningful discussion about\nnavigating the joys\, challenges and surprises of being in an interfaith\nrelationship. \n$60 per couple includes painting workshop and your finished masterpiece\, wine\nand desserts.\nSpace is limited. Please RSVP by January 26.\nThis event is open to young adult couples\, married or dating\, in which one\npartner identifies as Jewish. \n**Thank you to our Leadership**\nEvent Chairs: Morgan Katz and Billy Wiseman \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14003
URL:https://jewishdetroit.org/event/painting-and-dating-with-a-twist/
LOCATION:Painting with a Twist 200 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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