Community Yonina Concert
2025-11-16 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Detroit)
**Join us for a night with Yonina!**
***Doors open at 4:15***
Yoni and Nina Tokayer, also known as Yonina, are an Israeli musical duo
acclaimed for their weekly home videos, which have reached millions of viewers
worldwide.
They have released two original albums and have been performing for the past
nine years throughout Israel and abroad.
Yoni and Nina have been singing together since they met, have been married for
ten years, and have four sweet children who occasionally make guest
appearances in their videos. Known for their uplifting music and soft
harmonies, Yonina blends Jewish, Israeli, and international music.
Since October 7th, Yoni has served over 300 days in the reserves as a
commander in a counterterror unit in the Shomron. During his months of
service, Nina has been home with their children, writing songs inspired by
these challenging times. Together, their music has become a source of hope,
unity, strength, and connection.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13224

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2025-11-23 10:30 - 12:30 | Ann Arbor District Library: Pittsfield Branch 2359 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor
**Join the 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)
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13207

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2025-12-07 10:30 - 12:30 | Ann Arbor District Library: Pittsfield Branch 2359 Oak Valley Dr, 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)
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13208

JCC: Children's book "Jason Belongs" with HDS and ECC
2025-12-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Hebrew Day School of AA, 2937 Birch Hollow Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States
HDS and ECC @ The Jewish Book Series present:
An evening with Jason Schachter McKinney, author of “Jason Belongs”
Join us on 12/8 at the HDS Anna Schwalb Memorial Library A Story of Identity, Music, and Finding Your Place

5:30 – 6:15 PM, Gathering & Read Aloud: Jason shares his inspiring true story
6:15 – 6:45 PM, Pizza Dinner: Please register
6:45 PM – End, Sing Along: Join us for a fun all-ages music

ABOUT THE BOOK
Jason Belongs tells the true story of navigating identity as an African-heritage Jew from a day school in Wisconsin to concert halls around the world. A powerful story about finding where you belong and using your gifts to bridge communities.
RSVP for free: https://jlive.app/events/13577

מסיבת חנוכה ישראלית לילדים (Israeli Hanukkah Kids' Party)
2025-12-14 11:00 - 12:00 | 2935 Birch Hollow Dr 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
הצטרפו אלינו למסיבת חנוכה ישראלית לגילאי 2-7 בהנחיית השינשינים של הפדרציה
היהודית
בתכנית: מוזיקת חג, סופגניות ופעילות יצירה חגיגית
האירוע בחינם אבל נדרש להירשם מראש- אנא בחרו את מספר הכרטיסים כמספר המגיעים
**יום ראשון, 12.14**
**11:00-12:00**
נתראה!
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13886

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2026-01-25 10:30 - 12:30 | 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)
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13417

JCC: Community Tu B'Shevat Celebration
2026-02-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States

Tot Shabbat
2026-02-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-07 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-21 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.
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14165

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2026-02-22 10:30 - 12:30 | 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/13418

Israeli Purim Party
2026-03-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Please join us for a Purim Party for Israeli families hosted by the
Shinshinim. There will be a small selection of snacks and drinks. We will have
activities for children, music, and good energy. Costumes encouraged, but are
not required.
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14525

Raising Resilient Kids: An Evening with Lenore Skenazy
2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:15 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Join us for an inspiring talk with Lenore Skenazy, renowned author, speaker,
and founder of the Let Grow movement.
Lenore is best known for her groundbreaking book “Free-Range Kids” and her
decades of work challenging the culture of overprotection in parenting.
The evening will include a live presentation by Lenore, followed by a Q&A led
by Dr. Beth Pearson, director of the Ann Arbor location of Arbor Psychology
Group, Hebrew Day School consulting psychologist.
**> > Wednesday, March 18th**
**> > 6:30-8:15 PM**
**> > At the Jewish Community Center, Ann Arbor**
**> > Free of charge**
**> > Kosher dinner provided**
**> > Bring the kids! KidZone staff will be on-site with youth programming
(ages 5+)**
**> > RSVP here:
**(https://www.jlive.app/events/14688)
We hope to see you there!
Organized by: Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor,
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14688

Jewish Storytime at the AADL
2026-03-22 10:30 - 12:30 | 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

Israeli Nifgashim
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Ann Arbor , Ann Arbor
ישראלים נפגשים
הרצאה קצרה, שיחה וחברים
3 gatherings for Israelis in Hebrew.
On February 24th Aviv Touitou Certified aromatherapist and social worker
speaks about Aromatherapy – The Power of Essential Oils to Support & Heal the
Body & Mind.
On March 24th Ariel Levi, DDS, Orthodontist speaks about the Basics of
Orthodontics.
On May 19th Tomer Stern, PhD, MSc, Assistant Professor at the University of
Michigan School of Dentistry speaks about Advancing Skeletal Pathology
Research Through Computational Biology.
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14763

Israeli Nifgashim
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Ann Arbor , Ann Arbor
ישראלים נפגשים
הרצאה קצרה, שיחה וחברים
3 gatherings for Israelis in Hebrew.
On February 24th Aviv Touitou Certified aromatherapist and social worker
speaks about Aromatherapy – The Power of Essential Oils to Support & Heal the
Body & Mind.
On March 24th Ariel Levi, DDS, Orthodontist speaks about the Basics of
Orthodontics.
On May 19th Tomer Stern, PhD, MSc, Assistant Professor at the University of
Michigan School of Dentistry speaks about Advancing Skeletal Pathology
Research Through Computational Biology.
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15189

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

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

June Tot Shabbat
2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-13 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/15800

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

Carlebach Shabbat Service & Dinner
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Please join us Rabbi Bair for the last Carlebach-style Shabbat with him. It
will be a songful, full Kabbalat Shabbat service using melodies by Reb Shlomo
Carlebach and followed by a traditional Shabbat chicken dinner. Registration
for the dinner is required at
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15801
