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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T180000
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SUMMARY:Carlebach Shabbat Service & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us Rabbi Bair for the last Carlebach-style Shabbat with him. It\nwill be a songful\, full Kabbalat Shabbat service using melodies by Reb Shlomo\nCarlebach and followed by a traditional Shabbat chicken dinner. Registration\nfor the dinner is required at \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15801 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/carlebach-shabbat-service-dinner/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Music,Parents,Parking (free),Shabbat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260517T091603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T061608Z
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SUMMARY:June Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape\njuice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents\, but all\nare welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat\,\nall tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun\nand safe for everyone! \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15800 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/june-tot-shabbat/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Parents,Parking (free),Shabbat,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260515T085006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T201609Z
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SUMMARY:Beth Israel Community Garden Program
DESCRIPTION:On May 31\, please join the Green Team Task Force at the Beth Israel Community\nGarden at the County Farm Park from 10-12 am.  We will have a fun educational\nsession/game on Judaism and Environmentalism\, and then use our hands and arms\nto till\, weed and plant more vegetables.  Snacks will be provided.  If you are\nan avid garden or novice\, all are welcome. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15476 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/beth-israel-community-garden-program/
LOCATION:County Farm Park 2230 Platt Rd\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Environment and Sustainability,Families,Food,Grandparents,Parents,Parking (free),Teens,Tweens,Volunteering,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T165246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170728Z
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SUMMARY:Mussar with Roann Altman
DESCRIPTION:2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building\, beginning\nFebruary 26th and continuing on 3/12\, 3/26\, 416\, 4/30\, 5/14\, and 5/28. Join a\nstudy group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover\nhow we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13\nyears and a 6-year Covid hiatus\, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar\nmasters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are\nasked to purchase\, and bring to the first meeting\, the Mussar text _Everyday\nHoliness_ \, by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group\,\nbut commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the\ncalendar by February 18th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/mussar-with-roann-altman-7/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T050000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260510T035513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T081611Z
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SUMMARY:Community-Wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot
DESCRIPTION:Beth Israel is pleased to host this year’s Community Tikkun Leil Shavuot. All\nare welcome to attend sessions on a variety of Jewish topics\, led by members\nof Ann Arbor congregations. Please contact Jerry Sorokin with any questions \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15614 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/community-wide-tikkun-leil-shavuot-3/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Shavuot
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T235900
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260508T021616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T081609Z
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SUMMARY:Community-Wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot
DESCRIPTION:Beth Israel is pleased to host this year’s Community Tikkun Leil Shavuot. All\nare welcome to attend sessions on a variety of Jewish topics\, led by members\nof Ann Arbor congregations. Please contact Jerry Sorokin with any questions \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15614 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/community-wide-tikkun-leil-shavuot-2/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Shavuot
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260508T021605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T081607Z
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SUMMARY:Chavurat Nashim Fellowship of Women (& Guests) Zekelman Holocaust Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:Women of Chavurat Nashim and our guests are invited to come together for a\nmeaningful program on Sunday\, May 17th at The Zekelman Holocaust Center in\nFarmington Hills. Our program includes carpooling from Ann Arbor\, a docent\ntour\, and a survivor or next generation speaker. The cost is $5 per person.\nMeet at 9:15 to carpool\, Return: 2 pm. Please register through the calendar at\nBethisrael-aa.org and carpool details will follow. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15475 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/chavurat-nashim-fellowship-of-women-guests-zekelman-holocaust-center-tour/
LOCATION:The Zekelman Holocaust Center 28123 Orchard Lake Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Holocaust Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260508T021603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T021603Z
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SUMMARY:May Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape\njuice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents\, but all\nare welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat\,\nall tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun\nand safe for everyone! \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15469 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/may-tot-shabbat-2/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Parents,Parking (free),Shabbat,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260505T015025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T081605Z
UID:10006261-1778871600-1778877000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:A2J Potluck
DESCRIPTION:6:00pm Aura of Kabbalat Shabbat Service in the main sanctuary at Beth Israel.\nJoin us for a special eco-friendly service followed by 7pm A2J Potluck (Plant-\nBased) Dinner. G & S 2010 Building open to anyone interested in learning more\nabout climate action RSVP for potluck required by clicking the link below.\n_The Greater Ann Arbor Jewish Community Coming Together for Climate Action._\nRegister and sign up to bring a dish using the link in the ticket section or\nthrough the Beth Israel calendar. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15474 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/a2j-potluck/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Environment and Sustainability,Parking (free),Vegetarian Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T165227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170728Z
UID:10006130-1778785200-1778790600@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Mussar with Roann Altman
DESCRIPTION:2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building\, beginning\nFebruary 26th and continuing on 3/12\, 3/26\, 416\, 4/30\, 5/14\, and 5/28. Join a\nstudy group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover\nhow we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13\nyears and a 6-year Covid hiatus\, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar\nmasters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are\nasked to purchase\, and bring to the first meeting\, the Mussar text _Everyday\nHoliness_ \, by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group\,\nbut commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the\ncalendar by February 18th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/mussar-with-roann-altman-6/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T201500
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260501T215018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T031628Z
UID:10006260-1778606100-1778616900@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Spring Hebrew Classes with Milka Eliav
DESCRIPTION:Come learn Hebrew with Milka Eliav on Tuesday evenings. We have classes for\nmany levels\, please see below. Classes will take place on the following dates\nat Beth Israel****May 5th\, 12th\, (no class the 19th)\, May 26th\, June 2nd\, June\n9th\, June 16th\, June 23rd\, June 30th. Registration is required through the\ncalendar on our website by April 27th and costs $160 for members\, $225 for\nnon-members. Please note that each class must have 5 students registered to\nrun. Advance registration is required. \n**5:15-6 Intermediate Conversation** : This class is meant for people who are\ncomfortable carrying a conversation in Hebrew about mundane topics and are\nlooking to expand their vocabulary\, increase their confidence in speaking\nHebrew\, and gain an understanding of some language structures.\n**6:15-7:00 Prayer Book Reading:  **If you can read Hebrew and want to improve\nyour fluency\, speed and confidence\, this is the class for you! We will focus\non texts from the prayer book and the Jewish Bible\, dedicate some class time\nto discussing meaning and recurring vocabulary\, and learn some reading\nprinciples to help with fluency and pronunciation. We will use the book\n_Prayer Book Hebrew\, The Easy Way._\n**7:15-8:00 Beginning Conversation:  **This class offers a taste of modern\nHebrew for Communication. Reading Hebrew is a plus but not a requirement. We\nwill jump right into Hebrew and learn to introduce ourselves\, ask questions\,\ndescribe things like our families\, our jobs\, and other common topics. We may\neven learn to order in an Israeli restaurant. Come dip your toes in this\nModern-ancient language and roll some Hebrew off your tongue!\n**8:15-9:00 Advanced Conversation:** If you can carry on a conversation in\nHebrew on various topics\, this class is for you. Come join a relaxed and\nwelcoming hour of Hebrew only. Participants talk and read together about a\nwide range of subjects\, while highlighting grammatical points\, enriching\nvocabulary\, and exploring cultural references. “Hebrew Table” at its best! \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15472 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/spring-hebrew-classes-with-milka-eliav/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Hebrew and Yiddish,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260428T155010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T011614Z
UID:10006257-1778094000-1778099400@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Education Rights Under Pressure:  What Michigan Families Need to Know with Brad Dembs & Debra Chopp
DESCRIPTION:Federal protections for students with disabilities are in flux. Two\nexperienced practitioners will break down special education and\nnondiscrimination laws — and explain what recent federal changes mean for\nMichigan families navigating this vital area of law. Debra Chopp is a Clinical\nProfessor of Law\, Associate Dean for Experiential Education\, and the Director\nof the Pediatric Advocacy Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School. She\nhas been representing families on education-related matters for 20 years. Brad\nDembs is the Director of Education Counseling at the Schluter & Hughes Law\nFirm\, PLLC. He has represented families of children with disabilities for over\na decade\, in both non-profit and private sectors. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15473 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/education-rights-under-pressure-what-michigan-families-need-to-know-with-brad-dembs-debra-chopp/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Older Adults,Parents,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260425T111616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T205004Z
UID:10006250-1777719600-1777723200@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:May Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape\njuice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents\, but all\nare welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat\,\nall tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun\nand safe for everyone! \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15469 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/may-tot-shabbat/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Parents,Parking (free),Shabbat,Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T165146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170714Z
UID:10006127-1777575600-1777581000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Mussar with Roann Altman
DESCRIPTION:2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building\, beginning\nFebruary 26th and continuing on 3/12\, 3/26\, 416\, 4/30\, 5/14\, and 5/28. Join a\nstudy group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover\nhow we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13\nyears and a 6-year Covid hiatus\, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar\nmasters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are\nasked to purchase\, and bring to the first meeting\, the Mussar text _Everyday\nHoliness_ \, by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group\,\nbut commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the\ncalendar by February 18th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/mussar-with-roann-altman-5/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T183000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260326T175024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T121605Z
UID:10006212-1777215600-1777228200@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Klezmer\, A Living Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon and evening of klezmer music and fun! We will have a\nfree instrumental klezmer and dance workshop from 3-4\, refreshments and a\nbreak from 4-5\, and a free concert from 5-6:30pm. The performers and educators\ninclude Jake Shulman-Ment\, Raffi Boden\, Ira Temple\, and Hannah Lewis. This\ncommunity event is co-sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor\, and\nthe Community Engagement Fund\, Beth Israel Congregation\, Ann Arbor\nReconstructionist Congregation\, The Ethel Hyman and Rose Kaplan Foundation\,\nand Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance. See the calendar at\n(http://bethisrael-aa.org) for event details and to\nregister. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15262 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/klezmer-a-living-tradition-2/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T183000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260318T041603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T181605Z
UID:10006183-1777215600-1777228200@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Klezmer\, A Living Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Performers and educators:\n  * Jake Shulman-Ment\, Raffi Boden\, Ira Temple\, Hannah Lewis \n  * 3-4pm Free instrumental klezmer and dance workshop\n  * 4-5pm Refreshments served\n  * 5-6:30pm Free klezmer concert \nPartners\n  * Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and the Community Engagement Fund\n  * Beth Israel Congregation\n  * Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation\n  * The Ethel Hyman and Rose Kaplan Foundation\n  * Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/klezmer-a-living-tradition/
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260326T175018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T175018Z
UID:10006211-1777114800-1777118400@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape\njuice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents\, but all\nare welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat\,\nall tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun\nand safe for everyone \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15259 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/tot-shabbat-7/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Music,Parents,Parking (free),Young Children
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-April_Tot_Shabbat_2-Aas4Y1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260326T155506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T155506Z
UID:10006208-1776708000-1776715200@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Melton's Understanding Zionism:  The Return to the Jewish Homeland with Rabbi Ethan Bair
DESCRIPTION:This runs for 6 consecutive Mondays from 6-8pm. The Melton Course on the\nHistory of Zionsim offers in-depth exploration of Zionism’s history\, tracing\nits evolution from ancient religious longings for a return to Zion into a\n19th-century political movement\, culminating in the 1948 establishment of\nIsrael. Key themes include the influence of Theodor Herzl\, the “pioneer”\nAliyahs\, and modern challenges in Zionism. Registration through the Melton\nwebsite is required. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/meltons-understanding-zionism-the-return-to-the-jewish-homeland-with-rabbi-ethan-bair/
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260224T005519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T145018Z
UID:10006174-1776636000-1776682800@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Annual Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin Sommer
DESCRIPTION:**Friday\, April 17th- Sunday\, April 19th Rosenberg Scholar-In-Residence\nWeekend with Dr. Benjamin D. Sommer**\nBeth Israel Congregation is proud to welcome Dr. Benjamin Sommer as this\nyear’s Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. Sommer is a preeminent biblical\nscholar and Jewish theologian serving as a Professor of Bible and Ancient\nSemitic Languages at The Jewish Theological Seminary. A prolific author and\nlecturer\, Dr. Sommer’s research explores the intersections of Israelite\nreligion\, biblical theology\, and modern Jewish thought. He is widely\nrecognized for his award-winning books\, including _The Bodies of God and the\nWorld of Ancient Israel_ and _Revelation and Authority: Sinai in Jewish\nScripture and Tradition_ \, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award.\nDescribed by Ha’aretz as both a “traditionalist and yet an iconoclast\,” Dr.\nSommer has held prestigious fellowships at the National Humanities Center and\nthe Shalom Hartman Institute\, bringing a synthesis of intellectual acuity and\ndeep textual knowledge to his work. See the calendar at (http://bethisrael-aa.org) for event details and to register for\nShabbat dinner on April 17th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13950 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/bi-annual-scholar-in-residence-weekend-with-dr-benjamin-sommers-4/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Special Guest
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-Rosenberg_Scholar-in-Residence_2026_1-5ax15C.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260326T145015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T145015Z
UID:10006206-1776537000-1776546000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Annual Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin Sommer
DESCRIPTION:**Friday\, April 17th- Sunday\, April 19th Rosenberg Scholar-In-Residence\nWeekend with Dr. Benjamin D. Sommer**\nBeth Israel Congregation is proud to welcome Dr. Benjamin Sommer as this\nyear’s Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. Sommer is a preeminent biblical\nscholar and Jewish theologian serving as a Professor of Bible and Ancient\nSemitic Languages at The Jewish Theological Seminary. A prolific author and\nlecturer\, Dr. Sommer’s research explores the intersections of Israelite\nreligion\, biblical theology\, and modern Jewish thought. He is widely\nrecognized for his award-winning books\, including _The Bodies of God and the\nWorld of Ancient Israel_ and _Revelation and Authority: Sinai in Jewish\nScripture and Tradition_ \, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award.\nDescribed by Ha’aretz as both a “traditionalist and yet an iconoclast\,” Dr.\nSommer has held prestigious fellowships at the National Humanities Center and\nthe Shalom Hartman Institute\, bringing a synthesis of intellectual acuity and\ndeep textual knowledge to his work. See the calendar at (http://bethisrael-aa.org) for event details and to register for\nShabbat dinner on April 17th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13950 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/bi-annual-rosenberg-scholar-in-residence-weekend-with-dr-benjamin-sommer/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Special Guest
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-Rosenberg_Scholar-in-Residence_2026_1-5ax15C.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T035506Z
UID:10006121-1776531600-1776546000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Annual Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin Sommers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our bi-annual Scholar-in-Residence weekend will take place\nApril 17th\, 18th\, and 19th with Dr. Benjamin Sommer\, Professor of Bible and\nAncient Semitic Languages at JTS and Senior Fellow at the Shalom Hartman\nInstitute. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13950 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/bi-annual-scholar-in-residence-weekend-with-dr-benjamin-sommers-3/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free),Special Guest
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SIR_2026_JL_6-Txoxn9.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T145013Z
UID:10006120-1776504600-1776519000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Annual Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin Sommer
DESCRIPTION:**Friday\, April 17th- Sunday\, April 19th Rosenberg Scholar-In-Residence\nWeekend with Dr. Benjamin D. Sommer**\nBeth Israel Congregation is proud to welcome Dr. Benjamin Sommer as this\nyear’s Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. Sommer is a preeminent biblical\nscholar and Jewish theologian serving as a Professor of Bible and Ancient\nSemitic Languages at The Jewish Theological Seminary. A prolific author and\nlecturer\, Dr. Sommer’s research explores the intersections of Israelite\nreligion\, biblical theology\, and modern Jewish thought. He is widely\nrecognized for his award-winning books\, including _The Bodies of God and the\nWorld of Ancient Israel_ and _Revelation and Authority: Sinai in Jewish\nScripture and Tradition_ \, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award.\nDescribed by Ha’aretz as both a “traditionalist and yet an iconoclast\,” Dr.\nSommer has held prestigious fellowships at the National Humanities Center and\nthe Shalom Hartman Institute\, bringing a synthesis of intellectual acuity and\ndeep textual knowledge to his work. See the calendar at (http://bethisrael-aa.org) for event details and to register for\nShabbat dinner on April 17th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13950 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/bi-annual-scholar-in-residence-weekend-with-dr-benjamin-sommers-2/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Special Guest
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-Rosenberg_Scholar-in-Residence_2026_1-5ax15C.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T145008Z
UID:10006119-1776448800-1776459600@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Bi-Annual Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Dr. Benjamin Sommer
DESCRIPTION:**Friday\, April 17th- Sunday\, April 19th Rosenberg Scholar-In-Residence\nWeekend with Dr. Benjamin D. Sommer**\nBeth Israel Congregation is proud to welcome Dr. Benjamin Sommer as this\nyear’s Rosenberg Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. Sommer is a preeminent biblical\nscholar and Jewish theologian serving as a Professor of Bible and Ancient\nSemitic Languages at The Jewish Theological Seminary. A prolific author and\nlecturer\, Dr. Sommer’s research explores the intersections of Israelite\nreligion\, biblical theology\, and modern Jewish thought. He is widely\nrecognized for his award-winning books\, including _The Bodies of God and the\nWorld of Ancient Israel_ and _Revelation and Authority: Sinai in Jewish\nScripture and Tradition_ \, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award.\nDescribed by Ha’aretz as both a “traditionalist and yet an iconoclast\,” Dr.\nSommer has held prestigious fellowships at the National Humanities Center and\nthe Shalom Hartman Institute\, bringing a synthesis of intellectual acuity and\ndeep textual knowledge to his work. See the calendar at (http://bethisrael-aa.org) for event details and to register for\nShabbat dinner on April 17th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13950 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/bi-annual-scholar-in-residence-weekend-with-dr-benjamin-sommers/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning,Parking (free),Special Guest
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-Rosenberg_Scholar-in-Residence_2026_1-5ax15C.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170659Z
UID:10006118-1776366000-1776371400@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Mussar with Roann Altman
DESCRIPTION:2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building\, beginning\nFebruary 26th and continuing on 3/12\, 3/26\, 416\, 4/30\, 5/14\, and 5/28. Join a\nstudy group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover\nhow we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13\nyears and a 6-year Covid hiatus\, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar\nmasters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are\nasked to purchase\, and bring to the first meeting\, the Mussar text _Everyday\nHoliness_ \, by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group\,\nbut commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the\ncalendar by February 18th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/mussar-with-roann-altman-4/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T145004Z
UID:10006116-1776020400-1776025800@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Israel360 Presents Aaron Rock-Singer
DESCRIPTION:David de Jong is a journalist and author who is currently a Knight-Wallace\nFellow at the University of Michigan. He  most recently worked from Tel Aviv\nas a Middle East correspondent for Het Financieele Dagblad\, the Netherland’s\npremier business newspaper. His stories are known for holding the rich and\npowerful accountable. Gilad Halpern is a journalist and media historian. He\nhas recently completed a PhD at the University of Haifa’s Department of\nCommunication\, entitled “The Palestine Post 1932-1950: Journalism and Advocacy\namid Imperial Decline and Rising Nationalism”. Prior to becoming an academic\nhe was a full-time journalist in Israel and Europe. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14400 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/israel360-presents-aaron-rock-singer/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Learning,Older Adults,Parking (free),Politics & Current Affairs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/JL-Israel360_3.22.26_-tc65P7.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260321T101630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T101630Z
UID:10006203-1775905200-1775908800@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful morning of Jewish songs and stories. Challah and grape\njuice kiddush included. For kids age 1 through 1st grade and parents\, but all\nare welcome to join. Please note that in order to participate in Tot Shabbat\,\nall tots must be accompanied by an adult. Thanks for helping to make this fun\nand safe for everyone \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15259 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/tot-shabbat-6/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Grandparents,Jewish Holiday,Jewish Learning,Music,Parents,Parking (free),Young Children
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JL-April_Tot_Shabbat_2-Aas4Y1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170647Z
UID:10006114-1774551600-1774557000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Mussar with Roann Altman
DESCRIPTION:2 Thursdays a month from 7:00-8:30pm in the G&S 2010 Building\, beginning\nFebruary 26th and continuing on 3/12\, 3/26\, 416\, 4/30\, 5/14\, and 5/28. Join a\nstudy group (_va’ad_) with Mussar-trained facilitator Roann Altman to uncover\nhow we can transform our lives one step at a time. After leading groups for 13\nyears and a 6-year Covid hiatus\, Roann returns to bring wisdom from Mussar\nmasters for living a more meaningful and Jewish-based life. Participants are\nasked to purchase\, and bring to the first meeting\, the Mussar text _Everyday\nHoliness_ \, by Alan Morinis.There is no charge to participate in the group\,\nbut commitment to attend all sessions is required. Please register through the\ncalendar by February 18th. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14289 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/mussar-with-roann-altman-3/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Parking (free)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/JL-Mussar_Class_1-JJqZuT.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T170633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T170633Z
UID:10006144-1774371600-1774386000@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew Classes with Milka (Intro 5-6pm\, Prayer Book 6:15-7pm\, Beg Conv 7:15-8pm\, Adv Conv 8:15-9:pm)
DESCRIPTION:Winter Hebrew Session with Milka Eliav\n$140/members\, $195/non-members.\nIntroductory Hebrew 5-6pm\nThis is the class for complete beginners with no prior knowledge. Learn\nletters and vowels and how to put them together and read aloud. Gain an\nunderstanding of how Hebrew differs from English and how it works. Gain some\nbasic vocabulary and build confidence in our approach to Hebrew. _*If you have\nany experience\, you should sign up for Prayer Book Reading (not this class)._ \nPrayer Book 6:15-7:00pm\nIf you can read Hebrew and want to improve your fluency\, speed and confidence\,\nthis is the class for you! We will focus on texts from the prayer book and the\nJewish Bible\, dedicate some class time to discussing meaning and recurring\nvocabulary\, and learn some reading principles to help with fluency and\npronunciation. We will use the book _Prayer Book Hebrew\, The Easy Way._ \nBeginning Conversation 7:15-8:00pm\nThis class offers a taste of modern Hebrew for Communication. Reading Hebrew\nis a plus but not a requirement. We will jump right into Hebrew and learn to\nintroduce ourselves\, ask questions\, describe things like our families\, our\njobs\, and other common topics. We may even learn to order in an Israeli\nrestaurant. Come dip your toes in this Modern-ancient language and roll some\nHebrew off your tongue! \nAdvanced Conversation 8:15-9:00pm.\nAdvanced Conversation: If you can carry on a conversation in Hebrew on various\ntopics\, this class is for you. Come join a relaxed and welcoming hour of\nHebrew only. Participants talk and read together about a wide range of\nsubjects\, while highlighting grammatical points\, enriching vocabulary\, and\nexploring cultural references. “Hebrew Table” at its best! \nRegister through the calendar on our website by January 23rd.\n*Please note that we must have at least 5 people registered to run a class. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14168 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/hebrew-classes-with-milka-intro-5-6pm-prayer-book-615-7pm-beg-conv-715-8pm-adv-conv-815-9pm-6/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Hebrew and Yiddish,Parking (free)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T085015Z
UID:10006110-1774206000-1774211400@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:ISRAEL360 Presents Gilad Halpern and David De Jong
DESCRIPTION:David de Jong is a journalist and author who is currently a Knight-Wallace\nFellow at the University of Michigan. He  most recently worked from Tel Aviv\nas a Middle East correspondent for Het Financieele Dagblad\, the Netherland’s\npremier business newspaper. His stories are known for holding the rich and\npowerful accountable. Gilad Halpern is a journalist and media historian. He\nhas recently completed a PhD at the University of Haifa’s Department of\nCommunication\, entitled “The Palestine Post 1932-1950: Journalism and Advocacy\namid Imperial Decline and Rising Nationalism”. Prior to becoming an academic\nhe was a full-time journalist in Israel and Europe. \nOrganized by: Beth Israel Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14457 \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/israel360-presents-gilad-halpern-and-david-de-jong-2/
LOCATION:Beth Israel Congregation 2000 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Israel,Parking (free)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/JL-Israel360_3.22.26_-gwHLwX.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T220150
CREATED:20260204T164639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T021625Z
UID:10006109-1774206000-1774211400@www.jewishannarbor.org
SUMMARY:ISRAEL360 Presents Gilad Halpern and David De Jong
DESCRIPTION:Organized by: Beth Israel Congregation \n\n	                    			{6}
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/israel360-presents-gilad-halpern-and-david-de-jong/
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethisrael-aa.org
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