**Friday, April 17th- Sunday, April 19th Rosenberg Scholar-In-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin D. Sommer** Beth Israel Congregation is proud to welcome Dr. Benjamin Sommer as this year’s Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. Sommer is a preeminent biblical scholar and Jewish theologian serving as a Professor of Bible and Ancient Semitic Languages at The Jewish Theological Seminary. A […]
Join the Sacred Aging Institute in reading beloved member and author Ann S. Epstein's new book WHO CARES? Led by Ann and Rabbi Chelsea, this workshop will explore themes of aging, caretaking, and justice through a colorful array of characters, as well as traditional Jewish texts on these subjects. Organized by: Temple Beth Emeth View […]
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 […]
Organized by: Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor
This runs for 6 consecutive Mondays from 6-8pm. The Melton Course on the History of Zionsim offers in-depth exploration of Zionism's history, tracing its evolution from ancient religious longings for a return to Zion into a 19th-century political movement, culminating in the 1948 establishment of Israel. Key themes include the influence of Theodor Herzl, the […]
Israeli Memorial Day Commemoration for the Greater Ann Arbor Community יוֹם הַזִּכָּרוֹן Yom HaZikaron Please wear white shirts Ceremony will be followed by a song circle This year, our Yom HaZikaron ceremony carries a broader meaning. We gather — as we do every year — to honor the memory of Israel's fallen soldiers and the […]
Israeli Memorial Day
Israeli Independence Day
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
“Lesson of the Homeland” and the Stories We Tell: A Conversation with Anat Zeltser https://lsa.umich.edu/judaic/people/institute-fellows/anat-zeltser.htmlis the Ken Burns of Israel. Over the past 25 years, she has made deeply researched and thought- provoking films about Israel’s identity, history, culture and politics. On April 26, the AARC and wider Jewish community will have the opportunity for […]
Performers and educators: * Jake Shulman-Ment, Raffi Boden, Ira Temple, Hannah Lewis * 3-4pm Free instrumental klezmer and dance workshop * 4-5pm Refreshments served * 5-6:30pm Free klezmer concert Partners * Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and the Community Engagement Fund * Beth Israel Congregation * Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation * The Ethel Hyman […]
Join us for an afternoon and evening of klezmer music and fun! We will have a free instrumental klezmer and dance workshop from 3-4, refreshments and a break from 4-5, and a free concert from 5-6:30pm. The performers and educators include Jake Shulman-Ment, Raffi Boden, Ira Temple, and Hannah Lewis. This community event is co-sponsored […]
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 […]