Girls on the Run
2026-04-27 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-29 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-05-04 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-05-06 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-05-11 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-05-13 16:15 - 17:45 (America/Detroit) | 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

Mussar with Roann Altman
2026-04-30 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building, beginning
February 26th and continuing on 3/12, 3/26, 416, 4/30, 5/14, and 5/28. Join a
study group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover
how we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13
years and a 6-year Covid hiatus, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar
masters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are
asked to purchase, and bring to the first meeting, the Mussar text _Everyday
Holiness_ , by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group,
but commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the
calendar by February 18th.
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289

May Tot Shabbat
2026-05-02 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/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

Education Rights Under Pressure: What Michigan Families Need to Know with Brad Dembs & Debra Chopp
2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Federal protections for students with disabilities are in flux. Two
experienced practitioners will break down special education and
nondiscrimination laws — and explain what recent federal changes mean for
Michigan families navigating this vital area of law. Debra Chopp is a Clinical
Professor of Law, Associate Dean for Experiential Education, and the Director
of the Pediatric Advocacy Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School. She
has been representing families on education-related matters for 20 years. Brad
Dembs is the Director of Education Counseling at the Schluter & Hughes Law
Firm, PLLC. He has represented families of children with disabilities for over
a decade, in both non-profit and private sectors.
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15473

Second Saturday Shabbat Morning Services
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-11 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Please join Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation for a lovely Shabbat
morning of music, prayer, and community, led by Rabbi Gabrielle Pescador. All
are welcome.
Organized by: Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15196

Spring Hebrew Classes with Milka Eliav
2026-05-12 17:15 - 20:15 | Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Come learn Hebrew with Milka Eliav on Tuesday evenings. We have classes for
many levels, please see below. Classes will take place on the following dates
at Beth Israel****May 5th, 12th, (no class the 19th), May 26th, June 2nd, June
9th, June 16th, June 23rd, June 30th. Registration is required through the
calendar on our website by April 27th and costs $160 for members, $225 for
non-members. Please note that each class must have 5 students registered to
run. Advance registration is required.
**5:15-6 Intermediate Conversation** : This class is meant for people who are
comfortable carrying a conversation in Hebrew about mundane topics and are
looking to expand their vocabulary, increase their confidence in speaking
Hebrew, and gain an understanding of some language structures.
**6:15-7:00 Prayer Book Reading: **If you can read Hebrew and want to improve
your fluency, speed and confidence, this is the class for you! We will focus
on texts from the prayer book and the Jewish Bible, dedicate some class time
to discussing meaning and recurring vocabulary, and learn some reading
principles to help with fluency and pronunciation. We will use the book
_Prayer Book Hebrew, The Easy Way._
**7:15-8:00 Beginning Conversation: **This class offers a taste of modern
Hebrew for Communication. Reading Hebrew is a plus but not a requirement. We
will jump right into Hebrew and learn to introduce ourselves, ask questions,
describe things like our families, our jobs, and other common topics. We may
even learn to order in an Israeli restaurant. Come dip your toes in this
Modern-ancient language and roll some Hebrew off your tongue!
**8:15-9:00 Advanced Conversation:** If you can carry on a conversation in
Hebrew on various topics, this class is for you. Come join a relaxed and
welcoming hour of Hebrew only. Participants talk and read together about a
wide range of subjects, while highlighting grammatical points, enriching
vocabulary, and exploring cultural references. “Hebrew Table” at its best!
Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15472

Yaniv - SPONSOR NIGHT - Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival
2026-05-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Morris Lawrence Building (ML) 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor
Come celebrate the closing night of the Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival with a
modern comedy, Yaniv! The film tells the story of a Jewish high school teacher
in the Bronx who runs his school’s theater program. When he loses funding for
his theater program, he convinces his friend – who is a fellow teacher and
recovering gambling addict – to help him fund the program through cheating at
an underground card game run by the Hasidic Jewish community. Help, hope, and
connection to Judaism all find our protagonist in unexpected ways!
This film is also part of our Sponsor Night, with a celebratory dinner for all
of our Film Sponsors and their guests before the movie. We are so grateful for
your generous support and look forward to celebrating you and the Film
Festival! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please reach out to the
JCC’s Director of Development, Marci Sturman, at marcisturman@jccannarbor.org.
**Dinner at 6:00 pm** in the **Morris Lawrence Building Lobby**.
**Film at 7:00 pm** in **Towsley Auditorium** (in the Morris Lawrence
Building).
While the dinner is exclusively for Film Festival Sponsors and their
guests,**the film is open to the public**. We hope to see you there!
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor

Israeli Nifgashim
2026-05-19 18:00 - 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/14765

Fourth Friday Kabbalat Shabbat + Potluck
2026-05-22 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-26 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-24 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-28 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-09-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Join AARC for Friday Night services followed by community potluck.
The JCC is a meat and nut free campus — please bring vegetarian and nut-free
dishes and desserts to share!
Organized by: Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15195

2026 Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor's Annual Meeting
2026-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
_Annual Meeting for the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. At this
meeting we will highlight our efforts and impacts. We will celebrate our
Pillars: Philanthropy, Engagement & Convening. We will celebrate this years
accomplishments and share challenges. We will celebrate the many people whose
efforts help us cultivate a thriving Jewish community. During our annual
meeting we share our appreciation outgoing officers and board members and
welcome new members to the board and to new roles._
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor

JCC Spotlight to Summer Celebration - SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2026-06-02 18:00 - 22:00 | The Kensington Hotel 3500 S State St, Ann Arbor
Step into the spotlight and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating
community, connection, and impact of the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor.
This year, we proudly mark **40 years of the JCC** , while shining our
brightest spotlight on honoree **Leslie Bash,** whose extraordinary
dedication and impact have helped shape our community in lasting ways.
The evening will also feature world-renowned musical mentalist **Sidney
Friedman** , delivering an interactive performance that will amaze and
delight.
Celebrate, connect, and be part of a night where our community truly takes
center stage.
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor

JCC Spotlight to Summer Celebration - GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS
2026-06-02 18:00 - 22:00 | The Kensington Hotel 3500 S State St, Ann Arbor
