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Family Fun, Tamarack-Style

Parents, grandparents, alumni and friends—don’t let the kids have all the fun! Tamarack Camps isn’t just for the young—it’s for everyone who loves the magic of camp. Whether you’re introducing a future […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Shabbat Message 10.31.2025

Standing Together Through Challenging Times Many of you have heard that the ongoing government shutdown may soon affect SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. As of November 1, SNAP benefits […] | READ MORE

Federation In Action

The Jewish Working Women’s Network, Where Community Turns into Connections

Since 2012, the Jewish Working Women’s Network (JWWN)—a program of Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy—has been bringing together Jewish women across metro Detroit to connect, learn and grow. With nearly 3,000 members, […] | READ MORE

From The Archives

Guess The Year!

And the year is . . . 1968! This photo shows Sharon and volunteer Janet Indenbaum assisting a club member, and it is part of the JCC photograph collection. Overall, […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

A Message from Steven Ingber

October 13, 2025 Click here to see the video. Shehecheyanu, v’kiy’manu, v’higiyanu laz’man hazeh. After two years of waiting—738 days filled with pain and loss—today we can finally begin to […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Statement 10.2.2025

We are heartbroken and outraged by the antisemitic terrorist attack in Manchester, England, on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish year. The murder of two innocent Jewish people […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Statement 9.30.2025

We are deeply disappointed by Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist’s recent remarks labeling Israel’s war against terror organization Hamas a “genocide” and using his campaign as a platform to vilify support […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Statement 9.28.2025

The Jewish community grieves with our neighbors and friends in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, following today’s horrific attack in Grand Blanc. We pray for those killed […] | READ MORE

Community Spotlight

Safeguarding Jewish Detroit 

JCSI’s Ongoing Role in Community Protection  Every day, Jewish Detroiters come together in synagogues, schools and community spaces. Today, when antisemitism and threats against Jewish communities are rising at alarming […] | READ MORE

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An Imprint with Impact: Hat Burning with AR Workshop at the Gesher Clubhouse

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Oy, What a Night!

Wednesday, November 26
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Talking (Sweet) Shop: Noshing and Networking at Think Sweet

Tuesday, December 9
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Chanukah Babka Bake with Mandylicious

Wednesday, December 10
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Coalition for Black and Jewish Unity Holiday Party

Thursday, December 11
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A Taste of Traverse City: Whiskey with a Side of Wisdom

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Light Through Art: A Chanukah Lighting With Israeli Artists

Monday, December 15
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Mitzvah Day at Jimmy’s Kids

Thursday, December 25
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Mitzvah Day at Bridging Communities

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Mitzvah Day at Cass Community Social Services

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Mitzvah Day at JARC

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