BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250318T143433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T142628Z UID:10005460-1748458800-1748466000@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Annual Meeting ProgramWednesday\, May 28\, 7pmat the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\nPre-meeting music performed by Brandy Sinco \nWelcome\nMarla Linderman Richelew\, Board President \nD’var Torah\nRabbi Chelsea Feuchs\, Temple Beth Emeth \nFederation’s Foundational Pillars\nPHILANTHROPY\n2025 Annual Community CampaignLarry Adler\, 2025 Annual Community Campaign Chair \nYour ImpactBruce Kutinsky\, 2025 Allocations Committee Co-Chair \nENGAGEMENT\nYear in Review \nRemarksMarla Linderman Richelew \nKeynote Presentation: From Ann Arbor to DamascusRabbi Asher Lopatin\, Director of Community RelationsIn conversation with Dr. Mostafa Houssein\, University of Michigan \nDr. Mostafa Hussein is an Assistant Professor of Jewish-Muslim Studies in the Department of Judaic Studies at the University of Michigan\, Ann Arbor. His research explores the intricate cultural and historical connections between Jewish and Muslim communities in the Middle East\, with a particular focus on the dynamic interrelationships within Israel-Palestine and the surrounding Arab states. Through both his scholarship and teaching\, Dr. Hussein provides insightful perspectives on these complex interactions\, contributing to a deeper understanding of the region’s diverse cultural tapestry. \nCONVENING\nORGANIZATIONAL WELLNESS\nDecky Alexander\, Immediate Past President \nApproval of Amended Bylaws \nAppreciation of Outgoing NextGen Board \nAppreciation of Outgoing Board Members:Decky Alexander\, Marla Chinsky\, Murray Rebner \nElection of Board members (see below) \nClosing Remarks\nEileen Freed\, CEO \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025-2026 Federation Board of Directors Slate\nContinuing Board Members:Larry AdlerDebra ChoppJack FuchsmanJulie GrandBruce KutinskyMarla Linderman RichelewJennifer RosenbergMarty ShichtmanAlicia SimonAnnie Wolock \nUp for Election for a New 2-Year Term:Jeremy BloomSusan FisherEd Solomon \nNew Board Members:Galit DunietzDavid LauerWendy LawrenceJoan Lowenstein \nOfficers to Be Elected by the Board:Marla Linderman Richelew\, PresidentDebra Chopp\, Vice PresidentJoan Lowenstein\, Vice President & President-ElectEd Solomon\, TreasurerAnnie Wolock\, Secretary \n \n Read about the board members URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-annual-meeting-2025/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-Annual-Meeting-website-header1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250415T160001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T202309Z UID:10005740-1747854000-1747861200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: 2025 Schmooze & Booze DESCRIPTION:Join Women’s Philanthropy for an evening out!  We’ll schmooze  and booze\, mix and mingle and just have a chance to enjoy each other’s company! This event is a great way to meet some new people and network with awesome women! \nTicket price includes 2 drink tickets (cocktails and mocktails available)\, light refreshments and a chance to connect with a diverse group of women from our community! \n$36/person; $18/Next Gen \nRegister here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-2025-schmooze-booze/ LOCATION:Homes Campus\, 112 Jackson Plaza\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Schmooze-Booze.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250402T183134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T203620Z UID:10005729-1747591200-1747600200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Community Lag B'Omer Celebration: Sparks of Community DESCRIPTION:Join Federation\, JCC and the Early Childhood Center\, Temple Beth Emeth\, Beth Israel Congregation\, Chabad of Ann Arbor\, Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan\, and Hebrew Day School for a true Israeli Lag B’Omer celebration! There will be bonfires\, nature walks\, and so much more. \nOrganized by our Ann Arbor area ShinShinim Danielle and Lahav. Read about other activities Danielle and Lahav have put on for our community here. \nLocation: Dori’s Farm 6363 W. Waters Rd \nWant to make this event happen? Become a sponsor here or sign up to volunteer here.\nRegister Here by May 11! \nIMPORTANT DETAILS TO NOTE:\n–Dress code\nOutdoorsy (Long pants and Closed shoes) \n–What to bring?\nFloor level seating will be provided\, you can bring foldable chairs or outdoor matts (the site is on grass) – just remember\, you will be walking around\n\n–Parking\nParking is provided on site on a grass lot\, as parking is limited\, please make an effort to arrive in one car per family\, no earlier than 5:30PM (Event starts at 6:00PM). \n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/community-lag-bomer-celebration/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan,Beth Israel Congregation,Chabad House,Hebrew Day School,Israel Programming,Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Jewish Holidays,Temple Beth Emeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Final-Flyer-Sparks-of-Community-13.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250324T163712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T100830Z UID:10005722-1747164600-1747168200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Maimonides Society Event DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, May 13th\, at 7:30pm for a zoom event hosted by the Federation’s Maimonides Society for physicians. Mark Fendrick\, MD\, PhD (Schools of Medicine and Public Health\, University of Michigan) and Michael Chernew\, PhD (Harvard Medical School) will be speaking on a panel moderated by Jonathan Trobe\, MD. \nMichael Chernew\, PhD\, is the Leonard D. Schaeffer Professor of Health Care Policy and Director of the Healthcare Markets and Regulation Laboratory at Harvard Medical School. His PhD is in economics from Stanford University. He is the chair of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) and has served on several advisory panels for the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. He is a member of the Congressional Budget Office’s Panel of Health Advisors and the Massachusetts Health Connector Board. A recipient of multiple awards for his work in healthcare policy\, he focuses his research on improving the healthcare system through improvements to benefit designs\, payment models\, and regulation of both private and public health care markets\, including the Medicare Advantage program. \nMark Fendrick\, MD\, PhD is Professor of Internal Medicine in the School of Medicine and Professor of Health Management and Policy in the School of Public Health at the University of Michigan. His bachelor’s degree is from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. Residency in internal medicine was at the University of Pennsylvania\, where he was a fellow in the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholars Program. He conceptualized Value-Based Insurance Design (V-BID) and currently directs the V-BID Center at the University of Michigan\, which advocates for development\, implementation\, and evaluation of innovative health benefit plans. He is an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine\, serves on the Medicare Coverage Advisory Committee\, and has presented testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health\, Education\, Labor and Pensions\, the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health\, and the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel. \nLearn more about the Maimonides Society here. \nRegister here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/maimonides-zoom-event/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Maimonides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Maimonides-flyer-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250321T093321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T093507Z UID:10005718-1746644400-1746649800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Hate Crimes & Extremism Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join State Representative Noah Arbit for a Town Hall conversation on Hate Crimes and Extremism\, featuring Attorney General Dana Nessel and renowned author and scholar Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss\, founding director of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab at American University. This event will equip you with the knowledge\, resources\, and strategies to join the fight to combat hate crimes\, targeted violence\, and radicalization starting in our own community. \nHeld in partnership with Temple Israel\, Hadassah\, the Coalition for Black and Jewish Unity\, Disability Rights Michigan\, Urban League of Detroit and Southeastern Michigan\, JCRC of the Jewish Federation Of Greater Ann Arbor\, and Temple Shir Shalom. Additional partners and speakers to be announced. \nSpace is limited; registration required here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/hate-crimes-extremism-town-hall/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Jewish Community Relations Committee,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/town-hall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20241213T183139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T211000Z UID:10005578-1746118800-1746129600@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Israeli Block Party DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nIt’s the biggest party of the season celebrating Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israeli Independence Day)! \nGet ready for the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor to transform as you travel from the streets of Tel Aviv to the Negev desert and beyond at this epic Israeli Block Party. \nFEATURING:\n🎤 Live music from the TLV Band\n✈️ Tour through Israel\n🎨 Community art project with Wings of Hope\n🏸 Lawn games and activities galore\n🐪 Camel rides and petting zoo\n🇮🇱 Art sale by Israeli artists Moshe and Goldie Monzon\n📱Israeli Augmented Reality art by Michaelson Gallery\, Tel Aviv\n🍹 Plenty of food and drink \nWith something for everyone\, this will be the most fun you can have in Israel without leaving Ann Arbor! \nTickets are $5 in advance\, $10 day-of URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/blockparty/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Israeli-block-party-WJN-ad-half-page-April-20251.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20241213T182902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T161817Z UID:10005576-1745951400-1745956800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Community Yom HaZikaron Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join the Ann Arbor area Jewish community for a ceremony to commemorate Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism on Israel’s Memorial Day\, Yom HaZikaron. \nTuesday\, April 29 at 6:30pm \nLocation: Beth Israel Congregation \nRegister to attend \nWe invite you to help make this commemoration meaningful by sharing memories of your loved ones who have fallen in service to Israel or in terror attacks. If you have a family member or friend who fell in military service or was a victim of terrorism that you would like to honor during the ceremony\, please complete the brief survey linked below. \nYour contributions will help us create a personal and respectful memorial that truly honors those we’ve lost. Photos\, stories\, and artistic works are welcome. \nSubmission deadline: Tuesday\, April 22 \nFor questions\, please contact Amichay Findling (Federation’s Israel & Overseas Program Manager) at amichay@jewishannarbor.org. \nThank you for helping us preserve the memory of our fallen. \nSubmit information about a loved one (Google account users)\nIf you don’t have a google account\, please send information about your lost loved one (including a photo if you want) to amichay@jewishannarbor.org. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/yom-hazikaron-ceremony/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan,Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation,Beth Israel Congregation,Chabad House,Hebrew Day School,Israel Programming,Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Cultural Society,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Pardes Hannah,Temple Beth Emeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/יום-הזיכרון-Israel-memorial-day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250406T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250406T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005582-1743944400-1743955200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2025-04-06/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250406T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250213T164921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T180917Z UID:10005564-1743933600-1743940800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish-Arab Relations Discussion Series DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nDiscussion Series\nJewish-Arab Relations in Israel:\nSunday Jan. 12th 10:00AM:\nDr. Arik Cheshin to talk about the shared society in the Haifa University.\nIN-PERSON BRUNCH AT THE JCC \nFeb. 9 10AM:\n“Hand in Hand Schools”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nMar. 9 10AM:\n“A New Way”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nApr. 6 10AM:\nThe New Israel Fund CEO\, Mickey Gitzin\, talking about challenges and opportunities in the field of Shared society in Israel since Oct. 7\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \n*Different topics will be discussed at each event in the series. You are invited to attend any or all of them!*\nQuestions? Email info@jewishannarbor.org\n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-arab-relations-discussion-series-2/2025-04-06/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JA-relations-series-flyer3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250401T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250401T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250227T163735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T145142Z UID:10005699-1743532200-1743539400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED Community-Wide Situational Awareness Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community-wide Situational Awareness Training. \nThis training will teach you how to recognize suspicious or potentially dangerous behavior and threats\, and what to do – whether you are in synagogue\, at school\, or going about your day. \nDesigned for every member of the community\, no background in security is required. The course will cover the basics of situational awareness and how to help protect yourself\, your family\, and your community. \nLed by the Jewish Community Security Deputy Director for Ann Arbor\, Shane Dennis. \nRegister here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-community-wide-situational-awareness-training/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/April-2025-Situational-Awareness-Training.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250326T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250326T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250321T093023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T093633Z UID:10005717-1743015600-1743022800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:IPF/UM Hillel Unpack Israeli Politics DESCRIPTION:Israel Policy Forum (IPF) Senior Policy Associate Alex Lederman comes to Ann Arbor on March 26 to present an in-depth analysis of Israeli politics in the current moment\, the sate of the multi-front war in the Middle East\, and the current US relationship with Israel and the Palestinians. \nThis program is a collaboration between JStreet UMich\, the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor\, and the Michigan Hillel IPF Atid program\, which aims to engage and empower the next generation in elevated Israel discourse. \nRegister here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ipf-um-hillel-unpack-israeli-politics/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Jewish Community Relations Committee,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,UM Hillel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/unpack-israel.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250325T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250127T164006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T172620Z UID:10005672-1742925600-1742932800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Freedom Seder 2025 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Freedom Seder on March 25th from 6:00-8:00pm at the JCC. We will be bringing together the Jewish and Black communities of Greater Ann Arbor for a night of stories\, songs\, and good food. \nRegister here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-freedom-seder/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Freedom-seder-flyer-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250316T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250316T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20240913T140042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T180842Z UID:10005459-1742142600-1742153400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:TBE Antisemitism Summit DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/tbe-antisemitism-symposium/ LOCATION:Temple Beth Emeth\, 2309 Packard St\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States CATEGORIES:Hillel at EMU,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Temple Beth Emeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Beth Emeth":MAILTO:tbe@templebethemeth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005581-1742130000-1742140800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2025-03-16/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250227T201852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T164103Z UID:10005701-1741545000-1741550400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Community Trip to Israel Info Session DESCRIPTION:Register for the info session here \nClick here to learn all about the trip and express interest for your own personalized trip sign-up link. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/community-trip-to-israel-info-session-3/ LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation\, 2000 Washtenaw Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, USA\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Beth Israel Congregation,Hebrew Day School,Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Temple Beth Emeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Israel-Trip-Info-Session-flyer-March-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250220T175652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T144935Z UID:10005691-1741536000-1741543200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: EmpowHER: A Women's Wellness Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for an uplifting and inspiring evening designed just for you! EmpowHer is a unique Jewish women’s wellness event that blends self-care\, connection\, and empowerment in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. \n🌿 Engage in hands-on experiences with dynamic speakers and activities\, including:🧘‍♀️ Yoga to rejuvenate your body & mind💄 Makeup Application for confidence & beauty🥗 Nutrition Tips for a balanced\, healthy lifestyle💡 Life Coaching to inspire personal growth \nCome together with an incredible community of women to nurture your well-being\, embrace self-care\, and leave feeling empowered. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/empowher-a-womens-wellness-event/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EmpowHer-Womens-Wellness-Event-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20250213T164921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T180917Z UID:10005563-1741514400-1741521600@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish-Arab Relations Discussion Series DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nDiscussion Series\nJewish-Arab Relations in Israel:\nSunday Jan. 12th 10:00AM:\nDr. Arik Cheshin to talk about the shared society in the Haifa University.\nIN-PERSON BRUNCH AT THE JCC \nFeb. 9 10AM:\n“Hand in Hand Schools”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nMar. 9 10AM:\n“A New Way”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nApr. 6 10AM:\nThe New Israel Fund CEO\, Mickey Gitzin\, talking about challenges and opportunities in the field of Shared society in Israel since Oct. 7\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \n*Different topics will be discussed at each event in the series. You are invited to attend any or all of them!*\nQuestions? Email info@jewishannarbor.org\n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-arab-relations-discussion-series-2/2025-03-09/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JA-relations-series-flyer3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20241203T190629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T193020Z UID:10005560-1739300400-1739300400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Champagne and Charcuterie: A Tu B'Shvat Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of friendship\, community\, food and fun. \nWe will have a chance to nibble and nosh as Liora Rosen leads us in a hands-on charcuterie design presentation. Each participant will leave with her own charcuterie board\, beautifully adorned with a variety of dried fruit\, cheese\, chocolate and more. \nRegister HERE by February 7th\n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-charcuterie-tu-bi-shvat-event/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Feb-2025-Womens-Champagne-and-Charcuterie-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20241203T193402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T194530Z UID:10005562-1739095200-1739102400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish-Arab Relations Discussion Series DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nDiscussion Series\nJewish-Arab Relations in Israel:\nSunday Jan. 12th 10:00AM:\nDr. Arik Cheshin to talk about the shared society in the Haifa University.\nIN-PERSON BRUNCH AT THE JCC \nFeb. 9 10AM:\n“Hand in Hand Schools”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nMar. 9 10AM:\n“A New Way”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nApr. 6 10AM:\nThe New Israel Fund CEO\, Mickey Gitzin\, talking about challenges and opportunities in the field of Shared society in Israel since Oct. 7\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \n*Different topics will be discussed at each event in the series. You are invited to attend any or all of them!*\nQuestions? Email info@jewishannarbor.org\n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-arab-relations-discussion-series/2025-02-09/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JA-relations-series-flyer-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005580-1738501200-1738512000@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2025-02-02/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250202T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145848 CREATED:20240916T180143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T212639Z UID:10005461-1738488600-1738497600@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Super Sunday DESCRIPTION:Join the Federation Team for a Day of Fundraising and Giving!\nRegister to volunteer here! URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-super-sunday-2/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraiser,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Super-Sunday-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20241126T203448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T192416Z UID:10005559-1736703000-1736708400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Community Trip to Israel Info Session DESCRIPTION:Register Here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/community-trip-to-israel-info-session-2/ LOCATION:Hebrew Day School of AA\, 2937 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Beth Israel Congregation,Hebrew Day School,Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Family Services,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Temple Beth Emeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Israel-trip-email-flyer1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005457-1736686800-1736697600@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2025-01-12/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20241203T193402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T194530Z UID:10005561-1736676000-1736683200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish-Arab Relations Discussion Series DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nDiscussion Series\nJewish-Arab Relations in Israel:\nSunday Jan. 12th 10:00AM:\nDr. Arik Cheshin to talk about the shared society in the Haifa University.\nIN-PERSON BRUNCH AT THE JCC \nFeb. 9 10AM:\n“Hand in Hand Schools”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nMar. 9 10AM:\n“A New Way”\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \nApr. 6 10AM:\nThe New Israel Fund CEO\, Mickey Gitzin\, talking about challenges and opportunities in the field of Shared society in Israel since Oct. 7\nZOOM ONLY EVENT \n*Different topics will be discussed at each event in the series. You are invited to attend any or all of them!*\nQuestions? Email info@jewishannarbor.org\n  URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-arab-relations-discussion-series/2025-01-12/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JA-relations-series-flyer-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241215T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005456-1734267600-1734278400@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2024-12-15/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20241126T154841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T201003Z UID:10005558-1734030000-1734037200@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Ladies' Night Out Dec. 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of community building\, connecting\, networking and fun!  The hustle and bustle of the holidays will be here…take a night out and enjoy some company! Now\, more than ever\, community is so important.  This is a great event to meet new people and connect with old friends.  Please spread the word and bring anyone along! \nThis event is free of charge.  Feel free to order food or drinks on your own. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-ladies-night-out-dec-2024/ LOCATION:Sam Hill\, 5827 Jackson Rd.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ladies-Night-Out-summer-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241210T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240913T125720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T165650Z UID:10005458-1733851800-1733860800@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:One Light for Tzedakah: Light a Diya and a Candle for Justice: A Chanukah and Diwali Event DESCRIPTION:Please join us Tuesday\, December 10th\, from 5:30-8:00pm for a musical event celebrating Chanukah and Diwali. It will be a great night with food\, dance\, art\, and more!  \nPLEASE BRING A TOY DONATION FOR MOTT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL. \nPlease register here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/a-night-of-music-and-lights/ LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor\, 2935 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General,National Holidays,Religious ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/One-Light-for-Tzedakah-Light-a-diya-and-a-candle-for-Justice-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241124T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240912T192813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T203117Z UID:10005455-1732453200-1732464000@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED: Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL) DESCRIPTION:Jewish Storytime with PJ Library (AADL)\nAttendance is free and open to the public! \nDates and Locations:\nSunday\, Feb 2- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave)\nSunday\, Mar 16- Mallets Creek Library (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Apr 6- Mallets Creek (3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy)\nSunday\, Jun 1- Westgate Library (2503 Jackson Ave) \nEach date will consist of three sessions:\n1PM (Ages 5-7) English Story time and activities.\n2PM (Ages 3-7) Hebrew Story time and activities.\n3PM (Ages 2-4) English Story time and activities. \nWe really hope these sessions will enable us to broaden our reach to audiences who less frequently engage in our mainstream Jewish institutions such as the JCC and the synagogues\, giving young children access to Hebrew immersion. \nSessions will be led by our ShinShinim\, Danielle and Lahav\, under supervision of our Israel and Overseas Manager\, Amichay Findling. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fed-jewish-storytime-with-pj-library-aadl/2024-11-24/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Post-10-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240506T202309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T142013Z UID:10005290-1732039200-1732050000@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:FED Main Event featuring David Brooks DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR VIRTUAL TICKET\n \n Purchase student & NEXTGen tickets here\n \n \n \n \n \n TICKET SALES TO ATTEND IN-PERSON ARE NOW CLOSED.\nTickets to attend virtually will be available until the day of the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t be late! We’re doing things a little different this year – seated program first\, schmoozing later!\n5:30pm    DOORS OPEN6:00pm    SEATED PROGRAM BEGINSAppetizer reception to follow\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Jump to:\nAbout This Year’s Event  |  Tickets  |  Event Program: 6pm start\, reception to followPillar Award: Nancy Margolis  |  Raffle  |  Meet Your Event ChairsCurrent Host Committee List  |  Corporate Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n About this year’s event\nJoin the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor to celebrate and support Jewish life locally\, in Israel and around the world.\nAfter a Main Event last March\, Federation is excited to move this mainstay of the community back to its pre-pandemic calendar spot in November. Even though it will still be 2024\, this year’s event will benefit Federation’s 2025 Annual Community Campaign\, which began September 1\, 2024. \nThe night will feature NYT op-ed columnist David Brooks\, plus a raffle\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to connect with and support the greater Ann Arbor Jewish community. You don’t want to miss it! \nParticipants will be asked to support the community with a meaningful gift to the Jewish Federation’s 2025 Annual Community Campaign. ($100 suggested minimum donation.) \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nEvent Tickets Only$54  –  Main Event Ticket (in-person or virtual) \nPre-Glow Tickets$234  –  Main Event Ticket + Pre-Glow ($54 ticket + $180 pre-glow)A ticket to the pre-glow includes a complimentary signed copy of David Brooks’ most recent book\, plus an intimate appetizer reception with Mr. Brooks \n$154  –  Discounted price to thank our Major ($5\,000+) & Legacy donors ($54 ticket + $100 pre-glow) \nReserved Tables (Open to all!)$900  –  Reserved tableClaim a comfy spot for you and your friends to hang out throughout the Main Event!Includes: Main Event tickets and a reserved table for 8 people during schmooze & seated program\, plus 8 signed copies of David Brooks’ most recent book\, and some nosh \n$2\,200 – VIP tableIncludes: Everything for a Reserved Table\, plus pre-glow access for 8 and priority seating$1\,800  –  Discounted price to thank our Major ($5\,000+) & Legacy donors \nStudent & NEXTGen Pricing$36  –  Main Event Ticket (in-person or virtual) \n$54  –  Seat at reserved NEXTGen Table for the entire event \n$90  –  Main Event Ticket + Pre-glowIncludes a seat at NEXTGen reserved table\, pre-glow access\, and a copy of David Brook’s most recent book \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Program – November 19\, 2024\n5pm – 6pm: Pre-GlowAppetizers and intimate book signing opportunity with David Brooks. \n5:30pm: General admission doors openThe bar will be open so you can grab a drink and a seat before the seated program begins at 6pm. Appetizer reception to follow the seated program. \n  \n6pm: Seated program & Zoom livestream begin \n7:30 – 9pm: Appetizer receptionEnjoy light appetizers\, dessert\, and plenty of schmoozing. Food is kosher under supervision of the Detroit Vaad. \n \n \n \n \n \n Third Annual Pillar Award Honoree: Nancy N. Margolis\nFederation is thrilled to honor Nancy N. Margolis with the third annual Pillar Award for exceptional contributions to the Jewish community in the areas of Federation’s guiding pillars: Philanthropy\, Engagement and Convening. \nNancy began her career as the deputy director of Washtenaw County’s anti-poverty program\, where she was a founder of The Corner Health Center in Ypsilanti. After that\, Nancy moved to becoming the Executive Director of the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\, and then Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. \nShe is currently the Founder and Executive Director of Embracing our Differences Michigan\, an art and education program that promotes and celebrates diversity and inclusion. The Embracing Our Differences exhibits can be seen at Ann Arbor’s Gallup Park and Ypsilanti’s Riverside Park. \nIn addition to her professional roles\, Nancy has served as a Trustee of Washtenaw Community College\, a Member of the WCC Foundation\, and a Trustee of the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation. \nNancy has been honored by various organizations over the years\, including: Woman of Achievement from the Anti-Defamation League of Michigan (1999); President’s Award from the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor (2008\, 2011); Bernstein Award from Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County (2015); and Shero from the Washtenaw Community College Women’s Council (2023). \nNancy was married to Philip Margolis\, MD\, who was a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry at University of Michigan from 1959 until Philip’s death in 2020. She has four children and eight grandchildren (six of whom attended the Early Childhood Center at the JCC)\, and one great-granddaughter who soon will be at the ECC. Nancy is an avid skier\, tennis player\, and photographer. \n \n \n \n \n \n Raffle Prizes\nThank you to the following businesses for donating amazing raffle prizes to this year’s Main Event! \nRaffle tickets cost just $5 each\, or $20 for a bundle of 5. You can buy them with your ticket\, or in-person during the event. \nBarry BagelsBlue Lion FitnessEmagine TheaterFrita Batido’sJen Geer PhotographyLewis JewelersMoon Winks CafeNorton’s Flowers and GiftsWashtenaw DairyYorkZippy Auto Wash \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet this year’s Event Chairs: Alisa (Bloom) & Kevin Cox and Laura & Josh Pasek\nAlisa and Kevin are both graduates of Huron High School and have been together since. They live on the Northside of Ann Arbor with their three kids Lyla (14)\, Avery (12)\, and foster son Liam (17). Alisa is a kindergarten teacher at Bryant Elementary school and will graduate this winter with her Master’s Degree in Reading. Kevin works construction for Bloom General Contracting\, and also owns Moonwinks Cafe and Tavern in Dixboro. They are members of Temple Beth Emeth\, where they were married in 2008. \nSince moving to Ann Arbor in 2011\, Laura and Josh have experienced the warmth of this community firsthand. Their children\, Elena (9) and Julian (7)\, have found friends\, learning\, and a sense of belonging through their involvement with the JCC\, Beth Israel Congregation\, and Camp Tavor. Laura has had the privilege of teaching at both Hillel Day School and Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor\, while Josh is a professor at the University of Michigan. \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our Host Committee\n(in formation) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sue & Larry AdlerHenry AppelmanLevana & Stephen AronsonBrad & Robin AxelrodBernie & Barb BanetLaurie & Jeff BarnettHannah Pierson-Compeau & Alex BaumLinda & Ronald BensonNeal BlattChris Bergen & Jeremy BloomDebra ChoppGil Omenn & Martha DarlingSusan FisherEileen & Gary FreedHillary Murt & Bruce FriedmanJoanna & Richard FriedmanJoyce & Steve GerberKarla GoldmanMona & Ed GoldmanJulie GrandLaurie & Jayson Greenberg \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Susan & Barry GrossDavid & Phyllis HerzigCarol HofferSierra & Chirs ImwalleHeidi & Alon KahanaRabbi Will KellerLeonard & Marilyn KirschDecky Alexander & Bruce KutinskyPamela & Stephen LandauJudie & Jerry LaxAnya Abramzon & Alex LevitskyMarc Bernstein & Jennifer LewisRobert & Judy MaransBarry & Elaine MargolisNancy MargolisPatti & Randy MilgromSharon & Chuck NewmanEric OlsenEd & Sue PearMichelle & Arthur RibaMarla Linderman Richelew \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jennifer & Eric RosenbergPrue RosenthalLauren Katz and Joel RubensteinRobert & Kathleen Savit Robyn & Jason SchmierArt & Mary SchumanSteve Leber & Dina ShtullAlicia SimonEva & Ed SolomonTerri Ginsburg & Jeffrey SpoonTamar Springer & Steve StancroffMarci SukenicRoberta & Larry TankanowHarriet Bakalar and Ed TobesJenny & Peter VanBeckElise WeisbachLisa & Steve WeissAnnie Wolock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our corporate sponsors:\n \n  \nMargolis Nursery\nEpic Kosher Catering\nHurwitz-Greene Real Estate Group\nWant to become a corporate sponsor? Contact rachel@jewishannarbor.org. URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/maineventfall2024/ LOCATION:Washtenaw Community College CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Main-Event-Nov-2024-Event-page-image-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:info@jewishannarbor.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145849 CREATED:20240617T202752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T171321Z UID:10005335-1731610800-1731618000@www.jewishannarbor.org SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Book Festival: Live Event with Amir Tibon DESCRIPTION:Register Here URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-book-festival-19/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor,Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor - General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Big-Fliers-Book-Festival-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR