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SUMMARY:Good Vibes and Tie Dyes
DESCRIPTION:Join Federation’s LGBTQIA+ community as we head to Detroit Dye House for a\nmaster class in the art of tie dying! Everyone will have the opportunity to\ndye three items. We’ll all dye a pair of socks\, which will be donated to a\nlocal non-profit\, a tote bag and your choice of one of the following: a pair\nof socks\, a t-shirt or a pashmina scarf. There will be non-alcoholic drinks\nand some sweet treats on hand to make it a party. Whether you’re a seasoned\ntie-dyer or it’s your first time picking up a squeeze bottle\, we’re sure\nyou’re going to make some beautiful\, one-of-a-kind pieces. It’s going to be\ndye-lightful! \nTie-dying can get messy\, so dress accordingly. Aprons will be provided. The\nclass is one-hour long. Please arrive when the event starts so you have ample\ntime to schmooze and get settled at your station. \n$36 per person includes\, class\, supplies\, items to dye and refreshments. \nPlease RSVP in advance by March 13. \nThis event is intended for Jewish adults 21+. \n**Thank You to Our Leadership**\nBrian Kutinsky (he/him) and Kerri Lanoue (she/her)\, Affinities Pride Co-Chairs\nDylan Mostyn (he/him) NEXTGen Detroit Pride Chair\nJayme Kirschner (she/her) and Danny Singer (he/him)\, Affinities Department Co-\nChairs \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14674
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/good-vibes-and-tie-dyes/
LOCATION:Detroit Dye House 18981 Livernois\, Detroit
CATEGORIES:Federation's Affinities Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260311T213000
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SUMMARY:The Signature Event
DESCRIPTION:Our annual women-only event is a not-to-be-missed celebration of the local and\nglobal impact that the Jewish women of Detroit make through their support of\nFederation’s Annual Campaign. This year\, we are leaning into our Jewish joy\nand ready to treat you to a colorful and inspiring evening that we hope will\nleave you craving even more community. \nWe are thrilled to welcome Melissa Ben-Ishay to the stage this year! Melissa\nwill share the story of building her brand and how her Jewish upbringing and\nidentity have shaped her path both personally and professionally. She’ll be\njoined on stage by our moderator Lindsay Pinchuk\, award-winning podcast host\nof (https://www.dearfoundher.com/) and Detroit native. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14586
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/the-signature-event/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, West Bloomfield
CATEGORIES:Women's Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Women%E2%80%99s Philanthropy":MAILTO:kaneistein@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20260206T221541Z
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SUMMARY:Federation Insider
DESCRIPTION:**Is 2026 the year that YOU become an Insider?**\nAre you ready to take your community involvement to the next level?\nWas that a yes? Awesome! Join us for NEXTGen Detroit’s Federation Insider. \nOver three interactive\, educational (and of course fun) sessions\, we’ll give\nyou an inside look into the Metro Detroit Jewish community and everything that\nNEXTGen Detroit and the Jewish Federation have to offer. You’ll network with\nother young adults and community leaders and learn about local resources and\nprograms to get involved and give back. In addition to hearing from our\ndynamic speakers\, you’ll also have the chance to choose from a variety of\ninteractive breakout sessions so you can become an insider on aspects of the\ncommunity that matter most to you! \n**Session 1: All About NEXTGen Detroit**\n**March 9 |  6:30 – 8:30 PM**\nWe’ll start by hearing from Tomer Moked\, NEXTGen Detroit Director\, and Andrew\nLuckoff\, NEXTGen Detroit President\, about the ins and outs of NEXTGen Detroit\nand how our young adult division has become a model used by Federations across\nNorth America. We’ll dive into our mission\, our three areas of focus and how\nwe’re attracting and engaging the next generation of proud Jewish Detroiters.\n**Breakout #1 Diverse  Experiences:** A conversation with Board VPs who will\ndiscuss the types of events we host and the groups within our community we\nprogram for.\n**Breakout  #2 Bold Leadership:** A conversation with Board member alumni\nabout their leadership journey before\, during and after serving on the Board\nand how they continue to stay involved in the community. \n**Session  2: Getting to Know the Jewish Federation**\n**March  18 | | 6:30 – 8:30 PM**\nNext is an intimate conversation with Federation’s CEO\, Steven Ingber. Learn\nabout Federation’s work as an umbrella organization that supports 17 local and\noverseas Jewish agencies. You’ll also have the chance to take a closer look at\none of our internal departments or explore the work of our agencies more in\ndepth.\n**Breakout  #1 I & O:** A conversation with our Israel and Overseas (I & O)\nteam about how they connect Detroiters to Israel and the impact Federation\nmakes in Jewish communities around the world.\n**Breakout  #2 Partner Agencies:** A conversation with professionals and\nNEXTGen Detroit Liasons from four of Federation’s partner agencies about the\nwork that they do and the people that they serve. \n**Session 3: Where does the Money Go? And What’s NEXT?**\n**March 26 |  | 6:30 – 8:30 PM**\nFederation’s Annual Campaign raises millions of dollars to support local and\ninternational causes. But how do we decide who gets a piece of the pie and how\nmuch? In this session\, you’ll learn about Federation’s allocation process and\ntake part in an exercise to see how you would distribute funds to those in\nneed. You’ll also get a chance to explore how you can get involved with the\nFederation and NEXTGen Detroit in a “career fair” style experience and let us\nhelp you find a meaningful opportunity. \n**Food will be served at each session.** \nThank you to our 2026 Federation Insider Co-Chairs:\nMara Levine\nEmily Elconin\nArie Zeidner\n**_Federation Insider is intended to be a series of conversations\, so we ask\nthat you attend all three sessions._**   \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14561
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/federation-insider/
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260309T193000
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SUMMARY:Startup Nation Teens
DESCRIPTION:**Build. Create. Innovate.**\n**Israel Inspired Innovation Lab for Jewish High Schoolers (Grades 9–11).** \nDiscover how Israel became the Startup Nation through hands‑on sessions\, real\nstartup stories and guest speakers—including leaders from top Israeli tech\ncompanies. \n  * Meet innovators & explore Israeli startups\n  * Work in teams to build your own startup idea\n  * Identify a problem → design a solution → pitch your concept\n  * Learn creative thinking\, teamwork & problem‑solving skills colleges value\n  * Facilitator: **Oded Benyamini** (Detroit Shinshin and alum of Middle Eastern Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow)  \n**Save Your Spot. Limited to 20  people.** \n$40 for all four sessions. Pizza dinners provided (kosher). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14473
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/startup-nation-teens/
LOCATION:Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Rd\, Bloomfield Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T210000
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SUMMARY:Live Like a Startup for Business Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Join Federation’s Affinities department for an inspiring and practical\nconversation with Yaniv Rivlin\, entrepreneur\, investor\, international keynote\nspeaker and former CEO of Bird Israel\, who launched the first e-scooter\nrevolution outside of the US. \nYaniv will share how adopting a startup mindset can help business\nprofessionals from all backgrounds navigate uncertainty\, spark innovation and\ncreate meaningful impact no matter your role or sector. Through real-world\nexamples and actionable insights\, Yaniv will challenge the way you think about\nleadership\, risk and opportunity\, leaving you with a powerful mindset and\npractical tools needed to think differently\, spot hidden opportunities\, take\nbold initiative\, and make a tangible impact in any situation. The first 100\nregistrants will be guaranteed a copy of Yaniv’s bestselling book\, _Live Like\na Startup._ \nBefore Yaniv’s presentation\, you will have ample time to enjoy drinks\,\nappetizers and connect with your fellow Jewish Detroit business professionals.\nThe room will be filled with business owners\, entrepreneurs\, investors and\nprofessionals in a range of fields\, from finance to tech to hospitality.   \nYou can learn more about Yaniv Rivlin at\n(https://eng.yanivrivlin.com/) \n$36 per person includes drinks\, light appetizers\, program and\, for the first\n100 registrants\, a signed copy of _Live Like a  Startup._\nIn addition to the cost of a ticket\, we encourage you to consider a donation\nto Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign if you have not yet made one. \nDietary laws observed.\nPlease register in advance by March 4. \nThis event is intended for Jewish business professionals of all backgrounds.\nValet parking provided\n**Thank You to Our Partners**\nFederation’s Jewish Working Women’s Network (JWWN)\nFederation’s Leadership Development Department \n**Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors**\n**Leader**\nErin & Jonathan Modiano \n**Advocate**\nHayman Companies\n**Thank you to our Leadership**\nShimon Levy\, Event Chair\nJayme Kirschner and Danny Singer\, Affinities Department Co-Chairs\nDiane Goldstein\, Leadership Development Chair\nAmy Strauss\, JWWN Chair\nStacy Doctoroff\, JWWN VP \n**Event Committee:**\nAdam Bleznak\nMolly Borman\nAri Fischman\nWarren Frenkel\nRoman Golshteyn\nMarty Maddin\nAmy & Adam Ostroff\nChelsea Rebeck\nJustin Wedes \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14474
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/live-like-a-startup-for-business-professionals/
LOCATION:Out of Office Garage 2400 Cole St\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Federation's Affinities Department
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T193000
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SUMMARY:An Evening at Ina Garten's Book Tour:\nPre-Glow and Group Seating with NXG
DESCRIPTION:**A minimum donation of $100 to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is required\nto attend this event. This event is intended for young adults ages 21-39.** \nJoin NEXTGen Detroit for an evening at the Fisher Theater as we take our seats\nand enjoy Ina Garten’s book tour _Be Ready When The Luck Happens_. We have\nsome wonderful seats secured at a discounted group rate\, and if that weren’t\nenough\, you’re invited for an exclusive pre-glow before the event at The Kahn.\nEnjoy drinks and apps before we head over to the theater and hear the Barefoot\nContessa discuss her latest memoir. \n6 PM – Pre-Glow begins at The Kahn with cocktails and apps.\n7 PM – We head to The Fisher as a group and take our seats.\n7:30 PM – Sit back\, relax\, and enjoy _Ina_! How easy is that? \n$100 per person includes a ticket to the show on the main floor\, pre-glow with\nlight appetizers and drinks and *parking.\nIn addition to the cost of the ticket\, there is a minimum donation of $100 to\nFederation’s 2026 Annual Campaign to attend this event. If you have already\nmade a gift of $100\, please contact Lindsey at\n(https://mailto:lschwartz@jewishdetroit.org) for\na code to waive the minimum donation. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39.\nDietary laws observed. \n*The parking lot for the Fisher Building is on Third Avenue. Specific parking directions will be sent before the event. \n**Thank you to our event chairs:**\nNicole MacWilliams\nAnnie Gordon Thomas\nJonathan Shaw \n**Thank you to The Kahn for hosting our pre-glow reception.** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13394
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/an-evening-at-ina-gartens-book-tourpre-glow-and-group-seating-with-nxg/
LOCATION:The Kahn Apartments 7430 2nd Ave\, Detroit
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
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SUMMARY:From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking
DESCRIPTION:Networking doesn’t have to feel forced\, awkward\, or performative. Join\nNEXTWork\, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program for a\nconfidence-building evening with Michelle Gilbert\, Chief Engine Officer of\nPurple Engine Coaching at Pop’s for Italian in Ferndale. In her interactive\npresentation\, “**From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking**\n\,” Michelle will help us replace networking anxiety with a clear\, confident\napproach to creating authentic connections. We’ll learn how to prepare with\nintention\, engage in real conversations and follow up in ways that feel\nnatural rather than transactional. By focusing on practical strategies and\nreal-world scenarios\, this session aims to move us from self-conscious or\nuncertain to grounded\, purposeful and confident in how we build and sustain\nprofessional relationships. \n**$18**  per person includes presentation\, networking\, a drink ticket and\nlight appetizers (kosher style). \nPlease RSVP by February 20. \nYou can learn more about Michelle Gilbert and Purple Engine Coaching at\n(https://purpleenginecoaching.com )\nThank you to our Event Chairs:\nGillian Porter\nDavid Moiseev\nNEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14415
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/from-cringe-to-confidence-mastering-authentic-networking-2/
LOCATION:Pop’s For Italian 280 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
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SUMMARY:From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking
DESCRIPTION:Networking doesn’t have to feel forced\, awkward\, or performative. Join\nNEXTWork\, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program for a\nconfidence-building evening with Michelle Gilbert\, Chief Engine Officer of\nPurple Engine Coaching at Pop’s for Italian in Ferndale. In her interactive\npresentation\, “**From Cringe to Confidence: Mastering Authentic Networking**\n\,” Michelle will help us replace networking anxiety with a clear\, confident\napproach to creating authentic connections. We’ll learn how to prepare with\nintention\, engage in real conversations and follow up in ways that feel\nnatural rather than transactional. By focusing on practical strategies and\nreal-world scenarios\, this session aims to move us from self-conscious or\nuncertain to grounded\, purposeful and confident in how we build and sustain\nprofessional relationships. \n**$18**  per person includes presentation\, networking\, a drink ticket and\nlight appetizers (kosher style). \nPlease RSVP by February 20. \nYou can learn more about Michelle Gilbert and Purple Engine Coaching at\n(https://purpleenginecoaching.com )\nThank you to our Event Chairs:\nGillian Porter\nDavid Moiseev\nNEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14415
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/from-cringe-to-confidence-mastering-authentic-networking/
LOCATION:Pop’s For Italian 280 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260202T133000
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SUMMARY:Lunch &  Learn. Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million with Dave Shlachter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Lunch & Learn with photographer and author David\nShlachter as he presents Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million—a beautiful\ncoffee‑table book that captures Israel through the lives of 100 individuals at\nthe moment the country reached a population of ten million. Spanning sabras\nand immigrants\, Jews and Arabs\, religious and secular Israelis\, elders and\nchildren —and amid war\, political division and deep national uncertainty—the\nbook traces the extraordinary diversity that has emerged since Israel’s\nfounding in 1948.   \nAt its core\, Hinenu _ _(Hebrew for “Here we are”) is an expression of\ngratitude and peoplehood. A portrait of a society still becoming itself\, and a\ncall to listen to one another with curiosity and care._ _   \nA kosher light lunch will be provided. Tickets are $10. Space is limited\, so\nplease register by January 28. \n**Book  will be available for purchase at the event at a special price of $48\,\na 25% discount. ** \nThanks to:\nI&O Israel Programming Committee\nMichal Nodel\, Program Chair \n**About  the Author**\nDave Shlachter\, a Harvard graduate\, has worked everywhere from Supreme Courts\nto city buses. Early in his career\, he helped build South Asia’s first court-\naffiliated mediation center in New Delhi\, learning that resolving conflict\nbegins with understanding people. Later\, his award-winning graduate thesis on\nelectrifying Rwanda’s bus fleet sharpened his ability to listen across vastly\ndifferent worlds. Today\, Dave brings that same curiosity to Israel. After\nmoving to Tel Aviv with his family\, he set out to photograph and interview 100\nIsraelis — focusing not on politics\, but on human stories. His new book is the\nresult: a powerful reminder that empathy starts with meeting people. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14199
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/lunch-learn-hinenu-israel-at-ten-million-with-dave-shlachter/
LOCATION:Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Adults,Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
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SUMMARY:Lunch &  Learn. Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million with Dave Shlachter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Lunch & Learn with photographer and author David\nShlachter as he presents Hinenu: Israel at Ten Million—a beautiful\ncoffee‑table book that captures Israel through the lives of 100 individuals at\nthe moment the country reached a population of ten million. Spanning sabras\nand immigrants\, Jews and Arabs\, religious and secular Israelis\, elders and\nchildren —and amid war\, political division and deep national uncertainty—the\nbook traces the extraordinary diversity that has emerged since Israel’s\nfounding in 1948.   \nAt its core\, Hinenu _ _(Hebrew for “Here we are”) is an expression of\ngratitude and peoplehood. A portrait of a society still becoming itself\, and a\ncall to listen to one another with curiosity and care._ _   \nA kosher light lunch will be provided. Tickets are $10. Space is limited\, so\nplease register by January 28. \n**Book  will be available for purchase at the event at a special price of $48\,\na 25% discount. ** \nThanks to:\nI&O Israel Programming Committee\nMichal Nodel\, Program Chair \n**About  the Author**\nDave Shlachter\, a Harvard graduate\, has worked everywhere from Supreme Courts\nto city buses. Early in his career\, he helped build South Asia’s first court-\naffiliated mediation center in New Delhi\, learning that resolving conflict\nbegins with understanding people. Later\, his award-winning graduate thesis on\nelectrifying Rwanda’s bus fleet sharpened his ability to listen across vastly\ndifferent worlds. Today\, Dave brings that same curiosity to Israel. After\nmoving to Tel Aviv with his family\, he set out to photograph and interview 100\nIsraelis — focusing not on politics\, but on human stories. His new book is the\nresult: a powerful reminder that empathy starts with meeting people. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14199
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/lunch-learn-hinenu-israel-at-ten-million-with-dave-shlachter-2/
LOCATION:Max M. Fisher Federation Building 6735 Telegraph Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Adults,Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
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SUMMARY:Painting (and Dating) with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:We’re tapping in to our inner artists at this upcoming Interfaith Couples\nevent. Join us at Painting with a Twist in Ferndale and connect with other\nyoung adult interfaith couples as we enjoy some wine\, dessert and put our\npainting skills to the test. We’ll also have a meaningful discussion about\nnavigating the joys\, challenges and surprises of being in an interfaith\nrelationship. \n$60 per couple includes painting workshop and your finished masterpiece\, wine\nand desserts.\nSpace is limited. Please RSVP by January 26.\nThis event is open to young adult couples\, married or dating\, in which one\npartner identifies as Jewish. \n**Thank you to our Leadership**\nEvent Chairs: Morgan Katz and Billy Wiseman \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14003
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/painting-and-dating-with-a-twist/
LOCATION:Painting with a Twist 200 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20260115T194253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T075834Z
UID:10000121-1769540400-1769545800@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Choosing Light Over Darkness: An evening with Iris and Tuval Haim
DESCRIPTION:Iris and Tuval Haim are the mother and brother of **Yotam Haim  z”l**\, who was\ntaken hostage from Kfar Aza on October 7 and\, after 70 days in Gaza\, was\ntragically killed by IDF fire. We invite you to join us to hear their\nremarkable story and to experience Tuval’s moving music\, created in loving\nmemory of his brother. \n_“We cannot choose what happens to us\, but we can choose who we become because\nof it.”_   \nEven after receiving the devastating news of Yotam’s death\, Iris chose\nresilience. Turning her pain into purpose and her grief into a source of\nhealing for others. Her courage calls us to come together\, to listen and to\nhonor.   \nThis event is coming up and space is limited. Please reserve your seat today. \n**Due to the sensitive nature of this program’s content\, it is recommended for\nages 16 and older.  ** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14237
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/choosing-light-over-darkness-an-evening-with-iris-and-tuval-haim/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251220T220033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T215142Z
UID:10000118-1768500000-1768509000@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Newish and Jewish L'Chaim Detroit at Barkside
DESCRIPTION:Hey\, welcome to Metro Detroit! Whether you’re just passing through or looking\nto make the Motor City home\, you picked a great place to hang your hat. We’d\nlove to welcome you and connect you with other newish and Jewish young adults\nand everything the NEXTGen Detroit community has to offer. Meet us at Barkside\nin Southfield for cool cocktails\, casual mingling and tail-wagging fun. If\nyou’ve got a dog\, bring ’em along — but if not\, no worries\, just bring\nyourself! \n $8 per person includes one drink ticket. \nIf you are bringing a pup please complete the following forms:\n**Waiver:**(https://form.jotform.com/232984202857160)\n**Registration:**(https://barksidedogbar.portal.gingrapp.com/#/public/new_customer) \nThank you to our event co-chairs: Gianni Carli\, Rachel Edelman and Andrew\nKlein \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14004
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/newish-and-jewish-lchaim-detroit-at-barkside/
LOCATION:Barkside Southfield 15640 W Eleven Mile Rd\, Southfield
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251112T211257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T182242Z
UID:10000112-1765818000-1765823400@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Light Through Art: A Chanukah Lighting With Israeli Artists
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the second night of Chanukah for a heartfelt evening celebrating\nIsraeli creativity\, resilience and light. \nLight Through Art: A Chanukah Lighting with Israeli Artists brings together\nsix Israeli artists for an intimate exhibit and sale of original works. In\nthis meet-and-greet setting\, you’ll hear how the events of October 7th and the\nwar in Gaza have shaped their art and their lives. \nWe’ll close the evening by lighting the menorah together—a shared moment of\nhope\, resilience and solidarity through art. \nEvening highlights:\n  * Meet six Israeli artists and hear their stories\n  * Explore and purchase original Israeli artwork\n  * Light the menorah for the second night of Chanukah\n  * Enjoy drinks and light Chanukah refreshments\n  * Connect in a warm\, casual setting  \nThis event is designed for art lovers and supporters of Israel seeking\ninspiration and connection. Space is limited. RSVP now to be part of this\nspecial evening. \nTo learn more about our featured artists\, please download the PDF linked\n(https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-\ncontent/uploads/2025/11/12122906/Israeli-Artists-bios-2-1.pdf). \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13522
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/light-through-art-a-chanukah-lighting-with-israeli-artists-2/
LOCATION:Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Items for sale
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251111T205933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T205934Z
UID:10000111-1765816200-1765821600@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Light Through Art: A Chanukah Lighting With Israeli Artists
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the second night of Chanukah for a heartfelt evening celebrating\nIsraeli creativity\, resilience and light. \nLight Through Art: An Israeli Artists Reception brings together six Israeli\nartists for an intimate exhibit and sale of original works. In this meet and\ngreet setting\, you’ll hear how the events of October 7th and the war in Gaza\nhave shaped their art and their lives. \nWe’ll close the evening by lighting the menorah together—a shared moment of\nhope\, resilience and solidarity through art. \nEvening highlights:\n  * Meet six Israeli artists and hear their stories\n  * Explore and purchase original Israeli artwork\n  * Light the menorah for the second night of Chanukah\n  * Enjoy drinks and light Chanukah refreshments\n  * Connect in a warm\, casual setting  \nThis event is designed for art lovers and Israel supporters seeking\ninspiration and connection. Space is limited. RSVP now to be part of this\nspecial evening. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13522
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/light-through-art-a-chanukah-lighting-with-israeli-artists/
LOCATION:Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department,Items for sale
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251117T205758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T075854Z
UID:10000115-1765477800-1765485000@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Traverse City: Whiskey with a Side of Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Join the Entourage crew for a casual night out with a taste of some of\nMichigan’s finest whiskey. We’re heading to Traverse City Whiskey’s Outpost in\nFerndale for a tasting with a side of Torah courtesy of Rabbi Josh Bennett.\nConnect with fellow Jewish men in their 30s and 40s\, sip some award-winning\nwhiskey\, take in some Jewish wisdom and experience the Outpost’s “northern\nhospitality.” \n$50 includes whiskey tasting\, one drink ticket and heavy apps.\nDietary laws observed.\nAdditional drinks available for purchase. \n**More about Entourage**\nEntourage is a new group offering innovative programming and exclusive\nexperiences for men in their 30s and 40s. Entourage not only connects you to\nthe work of the Jewish Federation\, but also provides networking and community\nbuilding while celebrating Jewish Detroit and making a difference in our own\ncommunity and abroad. \n**Thank you to our Leadership**\nEntourage Co-Chairs:\nBen Handelsman\nShimon G. Levy\nBrett Satovsky\nGary Treyger\nAffinities Co-Chair: Jayme Kirschner and Danny Singer \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13579
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/a-taste-of-traverse-city-whiskey-with-a-side-of-wisdom/
LOCATION:Traverse City Whiskey Co. – OUTPOST 22812 Woodward Ave\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:Federation's Affinities Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251109T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T230423Z
UID:10000110-1765303200-1765308600@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Talking (Sweet) Shop: Noshing and Networking at Think Sweet
DESCRIPTION:Join NEXTWork\, NEXTGen Detroit and Gesher’s top-shelf networking program at\nThink Sweet\, a joyful new addition to Metro Detroit’s kosher food scene. Owned\nby Jack and Kayla Hazan\, Think Sweet is a candy and treat destination born\nfrom a simple but ambitious vision: create a place where people from all\nbackgrounds can enjoy a wide selection of kosher sweets\, served with a warm\nwelcome. Treat yourself to top-tier networking while you build your own candy\nbag and sample one of their signature slushies. You’ll also hear from Jack\nabout his inspiration for the store and what having a Jewish\, family-owned\nbusiness means to him. \n$18 includes networking\, candy bag and signature slushie\nPlease RSVP no later than December 8. \nThank you to our Event Chairs:\nEmily Elconin\nDaniel Snyder\nArie Zeidner \n**About Jack Hazan**\nJack Hazan is a Brooklyn-born entrepreneur who relocated to the Detroit area\nwith his wife\, Kayla and their two children. With a background in marketing\,\nretail and wholesale spanning some 20 + years\, he recognized a gap in the\nlocal community’s sweet-treat landscape: a place where families****all\nbackgrounds****and those with dietary restrictions could enjoy candy and\nconfections in a welcoming\, inclusive setting.  Guided by his love of New\nYork’s vibrant kosher food scene\, Jack founded Think Sweet to blend his retail\nexpertise with his passion for creating a joyful community space. The result:\na candy shop that is both a retail experience and a gathering spot bursting\nwith color\, fun\, and a sense of belonging. \n**NEXTWork is brought to you by Gesher Human Services and NEXTGen Detroit.\nSpecial thanks to the Hadas and Dennis Bernard NEXTWork Endowment Fund.** \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13513
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/talking-sweet-shop-noshing-and-networking-at-think-sweet/
LOCATION:Think Sweet 32902 Middlebelt Rd\, Farmington Hills
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251203T214354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T214354Z
UID:10000116-1764786600-1764793800@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Rebel Jews at MI-Combat Tactical Laser Tag
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers\,\nboundary-breakers and dare devils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do!\nBring your sense of adventure\, because we’re hanging up our Good Jewish\nBoy/Girl/Person hats and doing something _meshugana_ for a change. \nOn this edition of Rebel Jews\, we’re putting down our space lasers and picking\nup our laser guns. But seriously folks\, forget the black light meets neon duct\ntape laser tag of your youth\, this is a serious simulation. MI-Combat Tactical\nLaser Tag is not for the timid. We’ll be jumping into an immersive gaming\nexperience\, competing in thrilling missions on Hollywood style sets and using\nrealistic equipment with live noise and recoil. So\, are you ready for combat? \n$35 per person includes dinner and combat.\nCertified kosher option available upon request.\nClosed-toe shoes are required and athletic wear is recommended. \nA minimum donation of $36 to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to\nattend this event. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nNoah Cohen\, Sydney Yates and Adam York \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13587
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/rebel-jews-at-mi-combat-tactical-laser-tag-3/
LOCATION:MI-Combat 29380 John R Rd\, Madison Heights
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251113T214342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T214256Z
UID:10000113-1764784800-1764793800@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Rebel Jews at MI-Combat Tactical Laser Tag
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers\,\nboundary-breakers and dare devils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do!\nBring your sense of adventure\, because we’re hanging up our Good Jewish\nBoy/Girl/Person hats and doing something _meshugana_ for a change. \nOn this edition of Rebel Jews\, we’re putting down our space lasers and picking\nup our laser guns. But seriously folks\, forget the black light meets neon duct\ntape laser tag of your youth\, this is a serious simulation. MI-Combat Tactical\nLaser Tag is not for the timid. We’ll be jumping into an immersive gaming\nexperience\, competing in thrilling missions on Hollywood style sets and using\nrealistic equipment with live noise and recoil. So\, are you ready for combat? \n$35 per person includes dinner and combat.\nCertified kosher option available upon request.\nClosed-toe shoes are required and athletic wear is recommended. \nA minimum donation of $36 to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to\nattend this event. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nNoah Cohen\, Sydney Yates and Adam York \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13587
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/rebel-jews-at-mi-combat-tactical-laser-tag/
LOCATION:MI-Combat 29380 John R Rd\, Madison Heights
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251113T214342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T214342Z
UID:10000114-1764784800-1764793800@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Rebel Jews at MI-Combat Tactical Laser Tag
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Rebel Jews! We’re on a mission to find the Jewish thrill-seekers\,\nboundary-breakers and dare devils of Metro Detroit — and do what they do!\nBring your sense of adventure\, because we’re hanging up our Good Jewish\nBoy/Girl/Person hats and doing something _meshugana_ for a change. \nOn this edition of Rebel Jews\, we’re putting down our space lasers and picking\nup our laser guns. But seriously folks\, forget the black light meets neon duct\ntape laser tag of your youth\, this is a serious simulation. MI-Combat Tactical\nLaser Tag is not for the timid. We’ll be jumping into an immersive gaming\nexperience\, competing in thrilling missions on Hollywood style sets and using\nrealistic equipment with live noise and recoil. So\, are you ready for combat? \n$35 per person includes dinner and combat.\nCertified kosher option available upon request.\nClosed-toe shoes are required and athletic wear is recommended. \nA minimum donation to Federations 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to attend\nthis event. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our event co-chairs:\nNoah Cohen\, Sydney Yates and Adam York \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13587
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/rebel-jews-at-mi-combat-tactical-laser-tag-2/
LOCATION:MI-Combat 29380 John R Rd\, Madison Heights
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251127T010000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251017T220501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T233223Z
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SUMMARY:Oy\, What a Night!
DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Eve is known for being the booziest and schmooziest night of the\nyear\, and we’re here for it! In true NEXTGen Detroit fashion\, we’re keeping\nall the fun of this annual tradition\, but upping the experience (hello\,\nDaxton…bye\, Roosevelts) and adding in an opportunity to make a meaningful\nimpact. No standing in a line wrapped around the block to get into the bar\nthis year — you’re walking right up to that velvet rope for a Thanksgiving Eve\nreunion with all your favorite hometown homies. We’ll be making l’chaims\,\nnoshing\, connecting _and  _supporting the work of the Jewish Federation and\nits Annual Campaign. \n**$20 per person until October 16  **includes two drink tickets and lite\nbites. \nIn addition to the cost of a ticket\, a minimum donation of **$36**  to the\nJewish Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is required to attend this event. \n**Your ticket purchase helps to cover the cost of the event\, but your donation\nto the Annual Campaign goes directly to support the work of the Jewish\nFederation and our 16 local and international partner agencies. You can learn\nmore about how your $36 will impact countless lives\n**(https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-\ncontent/uploads/2025/09/15152615/25_JFD_Annual-Report_DIGITAL-r.pdf)**.** \nAdditional drink tickets available for $6 each. \n**Ticket prices after October 16th:**\n$30 per person from October 17 – November 6.\n$40 per person from November 7 – November 19.\n$50 per person from November 20 – November 26. \nIf you have already made a donation to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign\,\nplease reach out to Ryan Otis at\n(https://mailto:otis@jewishdetroit.org) for a\nspecialized code to fully waive the donation fee. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13312
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/oy-what-a-night-2/
LOCATION:Daxton Hotel 298 S Old Woodward Ave\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
GEO:52.4813678;-1.8980725
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251126T230000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251016T214839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T214840Z
UID:10000103-1764187200-1764198000@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Oy\, What a Night!
DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Eve is known for being the booziest and schmooziest night of the\nyear\, and we’re here for it! In true NEXTGen Detroit fashion\, we’re keeping\nall the fun of this annual tradition\, but upping the experience (hello\,\nDaxton…bye\, Roosevelts) and adding in an opportunity to make a meaningful\nimpact. No standing in a line wrapped around the block to get into the bar\nthis year — you’re walking right up to that velvet rope for a Thanksgiving Eve\nreunion with all your favorite hometown homies. We’ll be making l’chaims\,\nnoshing\, connecting _and  _supporting the work of the Jewish Federation and\nits Annual Campaign. \n**$20 per person until October 16  **includes two drink tickets and lite\nbites. \nIn addition to the cost of a ticket\, a minimum donation of **$36**  to the\nJewish Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign is required to attend this event. \n**Your ticket purchase helps to cover the cost of the event\, but your donation\nto the Annual Campaign goes directly to support the work of the Jewish\nFederation and our 16 local and international partner agencies. You can learn\nmore about how your $36 will impact countless lives\n**(https://jfmdorg.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-\ncontent/uploads/2025/09/15152615/25_JFD_Annual-Report_DIGITAL-r.pdf)**.** \nAdditional drink tickets available for $6 each. \n**Ticket prices after October 16th:**\n$30 per person from October 17 – November 6.\n$40 per person from November 7 – November 19.\n$50 per person from November 20 – November 26. \nIf you have already made a donation to Federation’s 2026 Annual Campaign\,\nplease reach out to Ryan Otis at\n(https://mailto:otis@jewishdetroit.org) for a\nspecialized code to fully waive the donation fee. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13312
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/oy-what-a-night/
LOCATION:Daxton Hotel 298 S Old Woodward Ave\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
GEO:52.4813678;-1.8980725
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20250724T013123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T164619Z
UID:10000086-1763573400-1763586000@sandbox.jewishdetroit.org
SUMMARY:Last Call Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to summer the only way we know how — with one Last Call as we wrap\nup NEXTGen Detroit’s summer events with a bar crawl through some of the area’s\nbest spots! \nWe’re kicking things off at Dog & Pony Show Brewing\, strolling over to Mother\nHandsome and ending the night at Unexpected Craft Brewing Company for a casual\nnight of drinks\, food and mingling with fellow Jewish young adults. Whether\nyou’re chasing a cold beer\, new connections or just a reason to celebrate\nsummer one last time\, this is your sign to join the crawl.\n**$25 per person until July 31** includes access to all three stops\, two drink\ntickets\, Mother Handsome pizza and a bar crawl shirt\nDietary Laws not observed | Kosher option available by request on registration form\nParking for the event can be found behind the bars\nThis event is intended for Jewish members of the NEXTGen Detroit community\n(Ages 21-39)\n**Ticket Prices After July 31:**\n$30 per person until August 14\n$36 per person until August 20\n$45 per person day of event August 21\n**Thank you to our event co-chairs:**\nAlec Cherrin\nMonica Merzin\nHunter Strager\nSydney Yates\n**Thank you to our host committee:**\nBrandon Ben Ezra\nZack Bennett\nAaron Brown\nNoah Hirsch\nBrandon Rothenberg\nBrett Rubenfire\nLanie Silverman\nSamantha Vine\nDana Yazdi\nGabe Zeidner \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12071
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/last-call-crawl/
LOCATION:Dog and Pony Show Brewing 14661 W Eleven Mile Rd\, Oak Park
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251104T162917Z
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SUMMARY:Boker Tov\, Detroit! at The Ferndale Project
DESCRIPTION:If happy hour and Sunday morning had a baby\, it’d be Boker Tov\, Detroit! Start\nyour Sunday Funday with a great cup of coffee\, laid-back vibes\, and some\ncasual mingling with fellow Jewish young adults. We’re taking over The\nFerndale Project for a chill morning hangout—complete with breakfast treats\nand caffeinated drinks. \n$5 per person when you pre-register.\n$10 at the door.\nTicket price includes coffee and light breakfast.\nDietary laws observed.\nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThanks to our event co-chairs: Samantha Vine and Jared Sherman \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13514
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/boker-tov-detroit-at-the-ferndale-project/
LOCATION:Ferndale Project 567 Livernois\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251021T155750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T202752Z
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SUMMARY:A Night at the Studio
DESCRIPTION:Savor the art of good food and good company as we gather for an inspiring\nevening at Next Step Studio and Gallery in Ferndale for Jewish adults 40+.\nWe’ll enjoy light dinner and drinks from a local favorite\, explore the art on\ndisplay and connect with community in this one-of-a-kind space curated by\nartist Kaiser Suidan. Whether you’re an art lover\, artist\, collector or just\nlooking for a fun night out\, this evening promises local flavor and a touch of\ncreativity. \n$50 per person includes dinner and drinks. \nThank you to our event chairs:\nAmy & Steve Ben-Ezra \nAffinities Department Chairs\nJayme Kirschner & Danny Singer \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13319
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/a-night-at-the-studio/
LOCATION:Next Step Studio & Gallery 530 Hilton Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:Adults,Federation's Affinities Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251017T153321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T202046Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Glow Dinner for The Jewish Federation's Attorneys Group
DESCRIPTION:Join the Detroit Federation’s Attorneys Group for a pre-glow dinner and\nnetworking opportunity before we head into The J’s highly anticipated Jewish\nBook Fair program\, _”Unveiled: Inside Iran’s #WomenLifeFreedom Revolt\,”_ with\nauthor Jonathan Harounoff. \nJonathan Harounoff is an acclaimed British-Iranian journalist now serving as\nIsrael’s international spokesperson to the United Nations. As a Jewish\nIranian\, he has a unique perspective on the ongoing struggle for justice and\nrecognition in both Iran and Israel. Don’t miss this powerful evening and\nconversation about geopolitics\, history and human rights. \n$36 per person\, includes dinner and admission to The J’s Detroit Jewish Book\nFair program. \nSpouses welcome \n**About the Program:**\nIn 2022\, a twenty-two-year-old Kurdish-Iranian woman was killed by Iran’s\nmorality police in Tehran for allegedly wearing her hijab too loosely\,\ntriggering nationwide outrage. Journalist Jonathan Harounoff\, Israel’s\ninternational spokesperson to the United Nations\, demystifies the context\nleading up to the “Woman\, Life\, Freedom” protests\, while paying tribute to the\npeople of Iran who have paid the ultimate price for freedom.\n**In conversation with Professor Howard Lupovitch\, Wayne State University**\n**Free and in-Person at The J. Book signing following talk.** \n**About the Author:  **Jonathan Harounoff is an acclaimed British-Iranian\njournalist now serving as Israel’s international spokesperson to the United\nNations. His writings and commentaries have appeared in several publications\,\nincluding The New York Post\, The Los Angeles Times\, Fox News\, Newsweek\, BBC\,\nHaaretz\, The Jerusalem Post\, The Jewish Chronicle and The Forward. He\npreviously served as director of communications at a D.C. think tank focused\non US security interests in the Middle East. He graduated from the\nUniversities of Cambridge and Columbia with degrees in journalism\, Arabic and\nPersian\, and is also an alumnus of Harvard University where he studied\ninternational relations and diplomacy. He lives in New York City with his\nwife\, Stephanie. \nThank you to our event chairs:\nJody Lipton\, Tony Shapero\, Marc Shefman\, Peter Woll \nAffinities Department Chairs:\nDr. Danny Singer and Jayme Kirschner \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13278
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/pre-glow-dinner-for-the-jewish-federations-attorneys-group/
LOCATION:The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd\,
CATEGORIES:Federation's Affinities Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Affinities":MAILTO:kaplan@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251006T234551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T224849Z
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SUMMARY:Boo-ish and Jewish L'Chaim Detroit at Detroit Fleat
DESCRIPTION:Every month we meet up at a local watering hole\, and you are always invited!\nThis month we’re raising a glass to all things spooky scary in Jewish culture\n— from dybbuks and golems\, to demons and estries. Grab a friend\, or come solo\nand make some new pals and meet us at Detroit Fleat in Ferndale. \nRegister in advance for $8 and your first drink is on us! And feel free to use\nthis as a dress rehearsal for your costume for the next night. \n**To show our _thanks_ for coming to this event\, we’re hooking you up with a\nspecial offer! All attendees will receive a special rate on a ticket to Oy!\nWhat A Night: The Thanksgiving Eve Fundraiser at The Daxton.** \n$12 per person on October 30. \nThis event is intended for young adults ages 21 to 39. \nThank you to our chairs: Jordan Lesson\, Meredith Berlin and Aaron Brown \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13216
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/boo-ish-and-jewish-lchaim-detroit-at-detroit-fleat/
LOCATION:Detroit Fleat 1820 E 9 Mile Rd\, Ferndale
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251024T174442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T174444Z
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SUMMARY:Listen\, Learn & Act: Stories that Move Us Forward with Noa Tishby
DESCRIPTION:In response to rising campus antisemitism\, Oakland University and the\nJewish Federation of Detroit present a multimedia experience sparking critical\nconversations through powerful stories\, and meaningful dialogue — creating\npathways for our community to listen\, learn and act. \n**Event Details**\n**4-6:30 p.m. — Public Screening of “ _My Name is Sara_ ”**\nOakland Center Founders Ballroom | Public screening of Mickey Shapiro’s powerful\, award-winning film that tells the true story of his mother\, Sara Góralnik-Shapiro\, a 12-year-old Jewish girl who survived the Holocaust. \n**6:15-7 p.m.  — Noa Tishby Book Signing**\nOakland Center second floor\, near fireplaces | Tishby’s book “ _Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew_ ” will be available for purchase. \n**7-7:30 p.m.  — _  Behind the Film: Confronting Antisemitism Through Storytelling_** Oakland Center Founders Ballroom | Executive Producer Mickey Shapiro and Producer Stephen Smith lead an intimate discussion on the making of the film. \n**7:30-8:30 p.m. —  _Combating Antisemitism: A Conversation and Q &A_**\n _with Noa Tishby_\nOakland Center Founders Ballroom | From historical context to the current challenges facing our communities\, Noa Tishby leads a thought-provoking discussion on recognizing and combating antisemitism in all its forms on college campuses today. Moderated by David Kurzmann\, Senior Director\, Community Affairs at the Jewish Federation of Detroit. \nPrior to the 7:00 program\, we invite you to an exclusive reception with OU\nPresident Ora Hirsch Pescovitz and our guest speakers\, Mickey Shapiro\, Noa\nTishby and Stephen Smith. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13412
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/listen-learn-act-stories-that-move-us-forward-with-noa-tishby/
LOCATION:Oakland University 201 Meadow Brook Rd\, Rochester
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20251025T180336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T182851Z
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SUMMARY:Listen\, Learn & Act: Stories that Move Us Forward with Noa Tishby
DESCRIPTION:In response to rising campus antisemitism\, Oakland University and the\nJewish Federation of Detroit present a multimedia experience sparking critical\nconversations through powerful stories\, and meaningful dialogue — creating\npathways for our community to listen\, learn and act. \n**Event Details**\n**4-6:30 p.m. — Public Screening of “ _My Name is Sara_ ”**\nOakland Center Founders Ballroom | Public screening of Mickey Shapiro’s powerful\, award-winning film that tells the true story of his mother\, Sara Góralnik-Shapiro\, a 12-year-old Jewish girl who survived the Holocaust. \n**6:15-7 p.m.  — Noa Tishby Book Signing**\nOakland Center second floor\, near fireplaces | Tishby’s book “ _Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew_ ” will be available for purchase. \n**7-7:30 p.m.  — _  Behind the Film: Confronting Antisemitism Through Storytelling_** Oakland Center Founders Ballroom | Executive Producer Mickey Shapiro and Producer Stephen Smith lead an intimate discussion on the making of the film. \n**7:30-8:30 p.m. —  _Combating Antisemitism: A Conversation and Q &A_**\n _with Noa Tishby_\nOakland Center Founders Ballroom | From historical context to the current challenges facing our communities\, Noa Tishby leads a thought-provoking discussion on recognizing and combating antisemitism in all its forms on college campuses today. Moderated by David Kurzmann\, Senior Director\, Community Affairs at the Jewish Federation of Detroit. \nPrior to the 7:00 program\, we invite you to an exclusive reception with OU\nPresident Ora Hirsch Pescovitz and our guest speakers\, Mickey Shapiro\, Noa\nTishby and Stephen Smith. \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13412
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/listen-learn-act-stories-that-move-us-forward-with-noa-tishby-2/
LOCATION:Oakland University 201 Meadow Brook Rd\, Rochester
CATEGORIES:Federation's Israel & Overseas Department
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas":MAILTO:leket@jfmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T193524
CREATED:20250922T215746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T215804Z
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SUMMARY:Gather & Graze:\nAn Olive Oil & Chocolate Tasting with Mongers Provisions
DESCRIPTION:Wake up your palate with NEXTGen Detroit! Sample the best of the best when it\ncomes to these culinary favorites: olive oil and chocolate! Our friends at\nMonger’s Provisions will lead us through an insightful tasting and offer some\ncreative ideas for using these go-to ingredients in new and different ways.\nWe’re also excited to share that a few of the products we will be trying are\ncoming to us from Israel! \nUntil October 16: $35 per person.\nAfter October 16: $45 per person.\nIncludes tasting\, drinks and light bites.\nA minimum donation to Federations 2026 Annual Campaign is suggested to attend\nthis event. \nThis event will be hosted at a private residence in Bloomfield Hills. The\naddress will be shared with registrants closer to the event. \nThank you to our event chairs: Karlee Goodwin and Gillian Porter\nThank you to our Israel and Overseas chairs: Benjamin Blumenstein and Jeffrey\nSondheimer \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12932
URL:https://sandbox.jewishdetroit.org/event/gather-grazean-olive-olive-chocolate-tasting-with-mongers-provisions/
LOCATION:Private Residence Private Lake Dr\,
CATEGORIES:NEXTGen Detroit,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit":MAILTO:nextgendetroit@jfmd.org
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