Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2026-03-22 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown 343 S 5th Ave, Ann Arbor
**Join Carmel & Ori for Jewish Story Time**
There will be both English and Hebrew sessions but we invite families to join
for both!
* **10:30-11:30:** Jewish story time & Activity
* **11:30-12:30:** Hebrew Jewish story time & Activity (Hebrew immersion)
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13420

Matzah Factory: Pesach Discovery Hour
2026-03-22 15:30 - 16:30 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Celebrate Passover with the JCC and Chabad at **Matzah Factory: Pesach
Discovery Hour** on **Sunday, March 22** from **3:30-4:30 PM**! We’ll have
cool activities to choose from, including:
* Matzah Bakery Demo
* Pesach Craft
* Pesach Big Book Story Time
* The Sensory Pesach Experience
You won’t want to miss this!
_JCC community events and programs are open to all regardless of faith or
background. All are welcome._
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15155

Girls on the Run
2026-03-23 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-03-25 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-06 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-13 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-15 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-20 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-22 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-27 16:15 - 17:45 and 5 more dates | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Meeting **twice weekly for 90 minutes over 8 weeks** , our trained and caring
coaches
lead **3rd – 6th graders** through our BRAND-NEW _Hello, Bold Heart_
curriculum that
expands our evidence-based lessons and activities to equip girls to build
their _Heart_
_Power_ —the confidence to boldly share their thoughts, ideas, and feelings.
This
season, they’ll **learn to use their voices** (even when they are nervous),
and develop
**life skills** like **resolving conflicts** with others,**building healthy
habits** , and **deepening**
**their confidence**. The season ends with a community wide, non-competitive
**Girls on**
**the Run 5K event** where our participants are guaranteed to shine!
**_Learn more & register at
_**(https://www.girlsontherunsemi.org)
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13856

KidZ'ONLY at the JCC
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:30 | 2935 Birch Hollow Dr 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
For ages 4-12. Join the KidZone Team for an evening of fun with KidZ’ONLY at
the JCC! Hangout with your friends in the Maas Lounge, where we’ll play with
clay, make Perler Beads and settle down for the 6:45 PM showing of Cheaper by
the Dozen (2003) rated PG. Kosher dinner included from Jerusalem Pizza. $25
for the first ticket, $10 for each additional ticket.
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14979

Tot Shabbat
2026-04-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape
juice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents, but all
are welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat,
all tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun
and safe for everyone
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15259

Yom HaAtzmaut Israeli Block Party
2026-04-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Second annual Israeli Block Party! Come celebrate Israel’s Independence Day.
The most fun you will have in Israel… in Ann Arbor.
LIVE MUSIC from Israel with HaShayara!
Food and Drinks available for purchase!
Lawn Games!
Art and Experiences Tour through Israel!
Children’s Activities!
This will be a large event with games, food, and fun inside of the JCC!
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14454

May Tot Shabbat
2026-05-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape
juice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents, but all
are welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat,
all tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun
and safe for everyone!
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15469

Tavor and Raanana: Camp Lock-In
2026-05-04 18:00 - 21:00 | 2935 Birch Hollow Dr 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
**May the 4th Be with Us… at the Camp Raanana x Camp Tavor Lock-In! **Ages
5-12.
Join Camp Raanana and Camp Tavor for an unforgettable evening of camp fun,
friends, and just the right amount of adventure. We’ll have kosher pizza,
games, and plenty of classic camp energy, all packed into one awesome night.
Monday, May 4th (6:00 PM) – Tuesday, May 5th (9:00 AM)
Whether you’re coming from day camp or starting to think about your first
overnight experience, this is the perfect chance to get to know both of our
communities, meet staff, and see what camp is all about. Come curious, come
hungry, and come ready for a night you won’t want to end!
Kosher pancake breakfast included for everyone Tuesday morning! Register for
the Lock-In here on JLive and visit this (https://operations.daxko.com/Online/4088/ProgramsV2/OfferingDetails.mvc?offering_id=CI144611&program_id=CMP38306&location_id=B368&filter=H4sIAAAAAAAEAG1Sy26DMBD8lz0TyUBDU47tuVIPuaHKcsxCrWBvZEwjFOXfa0N4tZU4mJn17OysbyBaThXkN9BUIuRgsVats8IpMpyk7GzLT-
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Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15183

Tavor and Raanana: Camp Lock-In
2026-05-05 07:00 - 09:00

Lag B'Omer
2026-05-05 17:30 - 20:00
Join the Greater Ann Arbor Jewish Community for a celebration of Lag B’Omer.
Enjoy bonfires, Chabad BBQ, crafts, music, games and bicycle-towed hayrides
with your family and friends as we count day number 33 of the Omer together!
(Free for children 4 and under)
Organized by: Chabad House of Ann Arbor, JCC of Greater Ann Arbor, Hebrew Day
School of Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15450

Beth Israel Community Garden Program
2026-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | County Farm Park 2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor
On May 31, please join the Green Team Task Force at the Beth Israel Community
Garden at the County Farm Park from 10-12 am. We will have a fun educational
session/game on Judaism and Environmentalism, and then use our hands and arms
to till, weed and plant more vegetables. Snacks will be provided. If you are
an avid garden or novice, all are welcome.
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15476

TBE Nature Games with Adamah
2026-05-31 13:30 - 15:00
Do you want your child to develop skills and gain knowledge about nature while
having fun? Adamah’s nature games convey complex concepts and relationships
found in nature using fun! We’ll also use games to explore Jewish values,
stories and texts!
Parents are required to attend.
Organized by: Temple Beth Emeth
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15812

Spotlight Coverage by KidZ'ONLY
2026-06-02 18:00 - 21:00
For ages 4-12. Join KidZone for an evening of fun, games and entertainment, as
we all get together for the last hangout of the school year. Kosher pizza
dinner and dessert included. Check out the response form to make suggestions
for the KidZone Staff to create an even more fun experience for everyone.
Register and see the confirmation email for the response form plus additional
information.
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15699

InStepWithSam Legacy Run
2026-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 | 1320 Baldwin Ave 1320 Baldwin Ave, Ann Arbor
**Proceeds support the Samantha Woll Center for Jewish Detroit**
Join the 3rd annual InStepWithSam Legacy Run as we celebrate Sam Woll’s spirit
of unity, kindness, and community. Choose from a 5K, a 1-mile walk/run, or a
Kids Fun Run, and enjoy a festive day with food trucks, a bounce house, and a
Sam-inspired service project. Not in Ann Arbor? You can still participate with
a virtual option or join a meetup happening in cities across the U.S. and
abroad. Register by April 10 to save $5, and by May 10 to receive a free
t-shirt. For more information, click
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Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15382

BIC &TBE Joint Community Cemetery Clean-Up Project
2026-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Arborcrest Cemetery , Ann Arbor
Families with kids–come join us for this important mitzvah project! Bring
clippers, gloves, shovels, rakes, knee pads, and water bottles. Wear hats and
sunscreen. Meet at Arborcrest Cemetery at 10am. 2521 Glazier Way. Register
through this link.
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15806

A2 Summer Fest Jewish Community Meet Up
2026-06-28 17:00 - 19:00 | 915 E Washington St 915 E Washington St, Ann Arbor
Join us for an Annual Jewish Community Meetup at the Ann Arbor Summerfest
Event! We will have drink tickets while supplies last, snacks, and community
members all joining in on the Summer music and fun!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED, YOU CAN JUST SHOW UP!
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14692
