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FEBRUARY 2020 • SHEVAT/ADAR 5780 • Volume 62, No. 1
                        MESSENGER FUNDED BY THE PAUL AND LOIS KATZMAN ENDOWMENT

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SONG: THE ULTIMATE ANTI-DEPRESSANT
                               This week we celebrate Shabbat         Such is the raison d’être for this year’s Laker concert artists,
                               Shira - the Sabbath of Song. Each      Six13. Six13 is a groundbreaking, six-man a cappella vocal
                               year in the middle of winter, we       band that is bringing an unprecedented style and energy to
                               are called upon to hear the singing    Jewish music, with nothing but the power of the human voice.
                               voices of liberation, the voices of
                                                                      Juxtaposing the traditional and the contemporary, Six13
                               our ancestors who stood at the
                                                                      is anchored by a strong Jewish identity, fueled by soulful
                               shore of the sea. After generations
                                                                      harmonies, intricate arrangements and their signature dynamic,
                               of sadness and depression, of what
                                                                      full-band-like sound, and driven by a mission to connect Jews
                               seemed like a certain death of the
                                                                      around the world with their heritage through music.
    spirit, the Israelites suddenly break into song and renew
    their spiritual quest for meaning and significance.               The New York City-based group is an international
                                                                      phenomenon both online, where their videos have been
    Shabbat Shira is one of the few Shabbatot that have a
                                                                      viewed over 15 million times, and in traditional media,
    specific name. It is in this week’s Torah portion, B’shalach,
                                                                      having been featured in national television and press like
    that we find the ancient Israelites’ destiny finally revealed.
                                                                      The Today Show, CNN, Huffington Post, Time Magazine
    If you were to look in the Torah at this week’s portion,
                                                                      and more. They performed at the White House for a private
    you would find something unlike any other in the scroll - a
                                                                      audience of President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle
    section set apart chanted with its own melody, a mosaic of
                                                                      Obama and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
    words and poetry - a song. This is called Shirat Hayam, the
                                                                      Bruno Mars liked their Passover version of his song so much,
    Song of the Sea. It is the primal outpouring of music that
                                                                      he posted it on his own Facebook page.
    bursts forth from our peoples’ collective soul having crossed
    the Red Sea, released from slavery to freedom.                    Be sure to save Sunday, April 26th at 4 pm on your
                                                                      calendars when Temple Israel will host the amazing Six13
    It is the Shira (the Song) that gets top billing because our
                                                                      (see pg 17 for details).
    sages recognized that song is the most liberating of all
    activities. Song is the medium that uplifts the soul from the     The celebration of song will only continue as we usher
    mundane to the holy.                                              in the month of May with a full-scale Broadway show,
                                                                      Children of Eden, featuring talent of all ages from within
    A colleague of mine once told me that “those who sing
                                                                      our congregation and presented in our very own Sanctuary!
    prays twice.” It’s true. Those who sing do pray twice -- first,
    to express a yearning to be free; and a second time to            Based on the story of Genesis, the age-old conflict
    celebrate the freedom that has been attained. This song is        of parents and children takes the bimah in this epic,
    recited every day in the traditional morning service; a phrase    heartfelt musical from theatre legend, Stephen Schwartz
    of it is found in the prayer of redemption immediately after      (of “Wicked” fame). Join us on Thursday, April 30th and
    the Shema, known to nearly all Jews: “Mi Chamocha Ba’elim         Saturday, May 2nd at 7pm and Sunday, May 3rd at 2 pm as
    Adonai” – who is like You among gods that are worshipped?         we take on the story of the Old Testament in this moving,
    We remember our ancestors, who yearned to be free, and            foot-stomping musical, produced and directed by Stephanie
    we celebrate their liberation and ours.                           Michaels’ Ignite Productions, and powered by Temple Israel
                                                                      and the Ethel Hyman and Rose Kaplan Foundation.
    As many have considered, song is at the core of human
    creativity, a crucial aspect of our learning, worship and faith   This Shabbat Shira, may we all hear the song of the universe,
    community. For song opens our hearts. We sing for joy, but        celebrating the beauty and wonder around us, and add our
    we also sing in lament; song captures our innermost feelings      own notes to create an even more wonderful and lasting
    and yearnings.                                                    harmony.

                                                                      Cantor Neil Michaels

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RELIGIOUS SERVICES

   In Review – Kehillah and Shabbat Singers: Our Artist in
Residence, Jacob “Spike” Kraus, and our amazing Shabbat Singers
came together for a Kehillah service over Chanukah. The packed
                                                                       IN THIS ISSUE
Herman Hall was filled with children’s voices, brand new music from
Spike’s Chanukah EP, and the biggest smiles you can imagine.
                                                                       3 | Religious Services
                                                                       5 | World Zionist Congress Election
ROSH CHODESH - ADAR                                                    6 | Tikkun Olam - Helping Others
Tuesday, February 25 • 7 pm
                                                                       8 | Temple Community
Celebrate the new moon and a
new month! This women’s spirituality
                                                                      10 | Susan & Rabbi Harold Loss
                                                                           Early Childhood Center
group gathers monthly to discuss important issues of
religious and current events. For more information and                12 | Tyner Religious School - Education
to RSVP, contact Kim Heraud at kim@temple-israel.org                  15 | Temple Youth
or 248-661-5700 x125.
                                                                      16 | Temple Music
MINYAN SERVICE                                                        18 | Robert Sosnick Family Life Center
Monday - Thursday • 7:30 am
                                                                      20 | Libraries & Media Center
Sundays and holidays • 9 am
A wonderful way to start your day, to support fellow                  22 | Our Affiliates
congregants in worship, and to bond with your                         26 | Life Cycle Events
community. Coffee, juice, and bagels are available. Please            30 | Tributes
join us. Funded by the Mary Lou & Gary Berndt Minyan
                                                                      39 | February Calendar
Fund, the Lipson Family Daily Minyan Fund and the
Samson Family Minyan Fund.

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RELIGIOUS SERVICES                                            (CONTINUED)

                                                                             SHABBAT SOLOS
                                         OU
                                     LICI S                                  Shabbat Solos…a group that sits together at the
            SICAL, INCLUSIV E    , DE
          MU                                                                 Kabbalat Shabbat Friday night services, for those
     W                                                                       attending services alone or for the first time. Like to
E
AN

                                                                             help, join the group or know someone who could
                                                                             benefit from it? Call or text Mary Jane Larson at 734-
                                                                             812-8170.
                                                 E
                                       PERIE N C
         FA                      T   EX                                      KABBALAT SHABBAT SERVICE – SHABBAT SHIRA
            M                  BA                                            Friday, February 7, 2020 • 7 pm
                I LY S H A B
                                                                             See page 17 for details.

                                                                                 KEHILAH SHABBAT
            Friday,                                                          Friday, February 14 • 6:45 pm

         FEBRUARY 14                                                         Join Rabbi Jen Lader and Jacob Spike Kraus for a
                                                                             Shabbat you won’t want to miss! Come sing, dance,
           6:45 PM*                                                          and welcome Shabbat - perfect for families with young
                                                                             children. Graciously hosted by Amy & Jared Berman
                                                                             (address provided upon registration). Register online
                                                                             at temple-israel.org/kehilah. Don’t delay—registration
                                                                             is limited! Free & open to the community. Please note,
                                                                             dinner will not be provided. Bring a dessert to pass!

                                                                                SHABBAT IN THE SUN
                                                                             Friday, February 7 • 7:30 pm at Atlantic Community
                                                                             High School (2455 W. Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL)
                                                                             Friday, March 27 • 7 pm at Temple Kol Ami
                                                                             (15030 N 64th St, Scottsdale, AZ)
                                                                             Funded by The Dr. Sol Luft and Beatrice Locker Luft
                                                                             Arizona Shabbat in the Sun Memorial Fund.

                                      FLORIDA                                The service is complimentary, but we do ask that you
                                                                             RSVP with the number of people who will be attending.
                                February 7 • 7:30 pm                         For more information and to RSVP, contact Cassi Cohen
                              NE W
                                         Atlantic Community                  at ccohen@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700. Please
                            LOC ATION!      High School                      do not call the school for information about this event.
                                                                             All questions should be directed to Temple Israel.

                                 ARIZONA
                                 March 27 • 7 pm
                                      Temple Kol Ami
                       Funded by The Dr. Sol Luft and Beatrice Locker Luft
                          Arizona Shabbat in the Sun Memorial Fund.

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WHAT IS THIS ELECTION ABOUT?
                        The World Zionist Congress (WZC) meets every
                        5 years to establish policies for Israeli society.
                        Jews from around the world vote for a slate that
                        represents their values and determines how
                        1 billion dollars will be allocated.

                        HOW CAN I VOTE FOR
                        REFORM VALUES?
                        The Vote Reform slate will prioritize and provide
                        financial support to pluralism, equality, tolerance
                        and inclusion in Israel, including:
                         • Marriage equality
                         • Recognition of non-Orthodox marriages
                         • Desegregation
                         • Equality of men and women
                         • LGBTQ inclusion

                        WHEN CAN I VOTE?
                        Voting is taking place online now thru March 11,
                        2020. Voting takes less than 2 minutes and it’s all
                        done on your phone, tablet or computer. You can
                        also come to Temple Israel, where we will have
                        voting stations set up for you.

                        WHO CAN VOTE?
                        Anyone who identifies as Jewish, is over the age
                        of 18 (as of June 30, 2020), and lives in the U.S.
                        (note: dual citizens of Israel and the U.S. who did
                        not vote in the last Israeli election are eligible).

                        VOTING IS QUICK AND EASY.
                        All voting will be completed online and will be
                        accessible from mobile devices. It is a simple
                        process and will take only a few minutes.

                        VOTE NOW! - WWW.AZM.ORG

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TIKKUN OLAM                                                              HELPING OTHERS

        In Review - Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams: Hundreds of           POP TAB COLLECTION
    Temple Israel members came to Beaumont to light up the night. A   Temple Israel will continue to collect pop tabs for the
    bright Mitzvah indeed!
                                                                      Ronald McDonald House of Detroit on an ongoing
                                                                      basis. Please help by collecting and bringing your pop
    SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMMING
    Social Action Programming is supported by the                     tabs to Temple. Collecting pop tabs helps support the
    Lynn & Harvey Rubin Social Action Fund.                           operations of Ronald McDonald Houses. For more
                                                                      information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@temple-
    FREE FRESH FOOD PANTRY                                            israel.org or 248-661-5700.
    Tuesdays, February 4 & 18 • 3 - 5 pm
                                                   Free Fr            VOLUNTEER AT DIXON
                                                          esh
    Free Fresh Food for those in need.
    Pick up food at Temple Israel the first                           Help make a difference in a child’s life! Temple Israel
    and third Tuesday of every month                                  is thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Dixon
    from 3 - 5 pm. Photo ID required.                                 Educational Learning Academy in Detroit. The school
    For more information, contact Gabby Zilberberg at                 serves students in kindergarten through 8th grade with
    gabby@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.                          a loving staff and environment where children are first.
                                                                      Dixon Elementary/Middle School has a uniform dress
    YAD EZRA                                                          code. Temple volunteers are needed to help read with
    Sunday, February 23 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm                         kindergarten students. Days and times are flexible. For
    Looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity with                more information, contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@
    minimal time commitment? Deliver food                             temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.
    to the homebound with Yad Ezra! Register
    online at temple-israel.org/yadezra.

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Housing the South Oakland Shelter: Temple Israel would like to thank our dedicated volunteers who helped with this
     year’s project with the South Oakland Shelter. Your hard work, energy and commitment to this cause truly made a
     difference in the lives of thirty men, women and children from the South Oakland Shelter. We could not have done it
     without all of our countless volunteers who donated their time and services.

     A special thank you to our dedicated co-chairs: Art Dubin, Jane Schelberg, Andrew Schelberg and Jack Wander.
     Thank you for everything!!! You truly are the heart of this mitzvah project! Many thanks to our fabulous committee:
     Mike Anspach, Janice Cherkasky, Beth Kirschner, Marilyn Moss, Randi Richmond, Amy Wander and Michelle Winston,
     Johannah Schiffer and Talia Dolgin for the outstanding job they did!

     “Todah Rabah” to Temple’s wonderful affiliate groups: Sisterhood, Brotherhood & YFTI for their help and support. We
     would also like to thank Temple Israel’s Cause We Care, Shoshana Arden and JARC for their help and hard work!

     Finally, to the many individuals and businesses who gave so much of their time and services to make this week a
     success – we thank you for your continued support and generosity!

     Special thanks to the Lynn & Harvey Rubin Social Action Fund, and Steven Gotlib Memorial Fund.

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TEMPLE COMMUNITY
                                                                          YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMMING (20S-40S)
                                                                          Temple Israel Young Adult Programming is supported by
                                                                          Marilyn & Walter Wolpin.

                                                                          PJ’S, PANCAKES & PRAYER
                                                                          Saturday, February 1 • 5 pm crafts & activities, followed
                                                                          by dinner and Havdalah

                                                                          SHABBAT FOR TOTS - SNOWY SHABBAT
                                                                          Saturday, February 15 • 10:30 am
                                                                          Families with children 5 years and
                                                                          under are invited for a unique
                                                                          Shabbat experience! Join our
                                                                          Temple Israel clergy and early childhood educator,
                                                                          Jodie Kanagur, as we celebrate a wintery Shabbat with
                                                                          crafts, activities, songs, snacks and prayer! Register
                                                                          online at temple-israel.org/ShabbatForTots by
                                                                          Monday, February 10th. Questions? Contact Miriam at
                                                                          miriam@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700. Supported
                                                                          by the Audrey & William Farber Education Fund.

                                                                          COLLEGE DINNER DATE
                                                                          Sunday, February 23 • 5:30 pm – East Lansing
                                                                          Sunday nights in the winter can be lonely on a
                                                                          college campus. Join Temple Israel for dinner
                       Chuck Fishman Exhibit                              and an evening filled with good company.
  The photographs in the exhibit are drawn from and supplementing         The Temple Israel clergy will dine with our students on
    Chuck Fishman’s book, Polish Jews: The Final Chapter (1977), it       the above date. Reservations are required. To register
 presents an in-depth, photographic look at the state of Jewish life in
                                                                          or learn more, contact Miriam Baxter at 248-661-5700
  Poland from the mid-1970s to 2016, a dwindling remnant of a once
vibrant community. Jews had survived near-annihilation under Nazism.      or miriam@temple-israel.org. College dinners are
With the passing of four decades, however, the narrative has radically    supported by the Temple Israel Brotherhood.
changed. The fall of Communism has engendered a transformative
 rebirth, a ‘return to identity’ among many young Poles discovering
   hidden Jewish roots. The renewal of Jewish life in Poland is an
                                                                          GENERAL PROGRAMMING
    extraordinary story that has its roots in the preservation and        COLLEGE CONNECTION
             continuation of Jewish life under Communism.                 Do you have a student going off to college? How about
                                                                          one or two of them already there? Make sure they stay
  Are you looking for a special way to honor someone you love?
Consider dedicating a beautiful piece of Judaic artwork. By making        connected with Temple Israel by signing them up for
 a gift to the Museum in honor or in memory of a loved one, or in         our College Connection. It’s easy! Once we have your
honor of a life cycle event, you will be part of the continuing legacy    student’s contact information, he or she will receive
      of a permanent Judaic collection, which will be enjoyed
                                                                          the Temple Israel Messenger, information on special
              by Temple Israel for generations to come.
                                                                          events occurring in the Jewish world, invitation to dinner
               For more information and questions,
        contact Miriam Baxter at miriam@temple-israel.org                 sponsored by Brotherhood, gift packages for the holidays
                        or 248-661-5700.                                  and more! Register online at temple-israel.org/college.

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Save the
                                                                    Date!
GAME DAY
                                                                    A Very
                                                            Frozen
Thursday, February 6 • 1 - 4 pm
Bring your friends and your
favorite game! Canasta, Bridge, Mahjong, Pinochle,
Euchre & Rummikub. Coffee, tea and snacks will be

                                                                   Purim
served. There is no charge to attend but reservations
are required by the Monday prior to Game Day.
Register online at temple-israel.org/gameday.

AIPAC POLICY CONFERENCE
March 1 - 3 • Washington, D.C.                               Sunday, March 8, 2020
Join Rabbi Hornsten, Cantor Smolash and fellow
members of Temple Israel for the largest annual
                                                            11–11:45 AM Children’s Purim Spiel
gathering of America’s pro-Israel movement. Expand
your experience by also joining us for the pre-
conference Shabbaton on Friday & Saturday, February
                                                            11:50 AM–2 PM YFTI Purim Carnival
28-29. Register at AIPACPolicyConference.org or
                                                             *9:30–10:45 AM Toddler Carnival Pre-Glow
contact Tatiana Papas at 312-253-8966.

           JB25
 Please join us as we light our future celebrating
  Rabbi Josh Bennett & Family for their 25 years
              serving Temple Israel.

                SAVE THE DATE!
                    Friday,   Saturday,

                                                            Monday, March 9 • 7pm
        June 19, 2020         June 20, 2020
 Kabbalat Shabbat Service     Special Evening Celebration

                                                                          Adults only!

                     O R L ’AT I D
       LIGHTING THE FUTURE

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THE AUDREY & WILLIAM FARBER ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE

 SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Join Rabbi Jen Lader, Rabbi Arianna Gordon                       MOM & SON GLOWBOWL
                                                                                          Thursday, February 6 • 5 pm
             and their families!                                                          at Langan’s Nor-West Lanes
                                                                                          (32905 Northwestern Hwy,
                                                                                          Farmington Hills)
                                                                                          $36 for adults; kids are free!
                                                                                          Age appropriate for children
                                                                                          6 and under. Includes 2
                                                                 games, shoes, pizza, juice and special treats for all!
                                                                 *Any special person is welcome to attend in lieu of a
                                                                 parent, and everyone is welcome. Register online at
                                                                 temple-israel.org/MomSonBowl. Supported by the
                                                                 Stark Family Fund and the Dorothy & Arnold Collens
                                                                 Family Event Fund.

              FRIDAY - SUNDAY                                    ECC MID-WINTER BREAK BEGINS (NO SCHOOL)
                                                                 Monday, February 17 (School resumes on Monday,
FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 1                                            February 24)
  Butzel Conference Center • Ortonville, MI
                                                                   ECC FAMILY CAMP
    Join us for this exciting family event!                      February 28 - March 1, 2020
 We’ll celebrate Shabbat, sing, play games and                   PURIM SPIEL
 take part in a variety of fun-filled activities in              Sunday, March 8 • 10:45 am
         an exciting camp environment.                           See page 9 for details.
                     Register online at
                                                                 PARENT CONNECTION
      temple-israel.org/eccfamilycamp                            Wednesday, March 18 • 9:15 am
                    or contact Natalie at
                       248-661-5750.                             DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
                                                                 Thursday, March 26 • 5:30 pm

        Deadline                                                 PASSOVER MAGIC MOMENTS
       to register                                               Friday, April 3 • 9 am

      extended to
        2/10/20!                                                 CELEBRATE PURIM WITH THE MITZVAH OF
                                                                 MISHLOACH MANOT!
                                                                 Send delicious treats with your Purim
                                                                 greetings to your child’s ECC Teachers
                $225/family of 2 • $275/family of 3
        $325/family of 4 • $375/family of 5 • $425/family of 6   & Staff, Temple Clergy & Staff or
          Space is very limited - registration and payment       Family & Friends! To sign up, go to
                           due by 2/10/20                        temple-israel.org/ECCPurim or contact Faye Krut
               ECC Family Camp is supported by the               with questions at 248-432-7360.
        Audrey & William Farber Early Childhood Center Fund

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Join us for a summertime of fun!
                                       SUMMER 2020

        SESSION 1                                                  SESSION 3
        June 22 – July 10                                         August 3 – August 21

                                       SESSION 2
                                        July 13 – July 31

                            Care
              Early & Late
                              ily
                Available Da
                           larships
             Liberal Scho
                          rough the
             Available Th
                         liam Farber
            Audrey & Wil
                  Endowment

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     In Review – Raise Your Yad!: Families preparing for their Bar       In Review – Drag Queen Storytime: We partnered up with
 and Bat Mitzvahs created incredible and unique Yaddayim to use      PJ Library for a wonderful afternoon of music, stories and tons
 to read from the Torah on their special day!                        of fun!

 FAMILY EDUCATION                                                    PURIM FAMILY FROLIC
 For more information on any of these Family Education               Sunday, March 1 • 12:15 - 2 pm at The Friendship Circle
 Programs or to RSVP, contact Alicia Goldman at 248-661-                                       Families with elementary
 5725 or email alicia@temple-israel.org
                                                                                               school-age children* are
 THE FRUITS & ROOTS OF TU B’SHEVAT                                                             invited to meet us at The
                                                                                                    wi
                                                                                               Friendship  Circle after
 Sunday, February 9 • 12 - 2 pm                                                                        t
                                                                                                        h

                             Families with elementary school-                                  Religious School for an
                             age children are invited to join                                  afternoon of Purim fun! Enjoy
                             us after Religious School for                                     lunch & Hamentaschen with
                             an afternoon of lunch, learning         the families of the Friendship Circle before exploring
                             and environmental awareness             the incredible Life Town via a Purim Parcel scavenger
                             in honor of Tu B’Shevat, the            hunt! Together we will assemble the parcels to give
                             birthday of the trees! Enjoy a          away, all while learning the story and traditions of this
 unique fruit tasting, get the dirt on the roots of the holiday,     festive holiday. *All ages welcome. Temple members:
 and create a special project made entirely of recycled              $36/family; non-members: $45/family (lunch included).
 materials with Arts & Scraps! Members: $36 per family;              Register online at temple-israel.org/familyfrolic by
 non-members: $45/family (lunch included). Register online           February 24th. For more information, contact Alicia at
 at temple-israel.org/tu-b by Monday, February 3rd. For              248-661-5725. This program is supported by the Stark
 more information, contact Alicia at 248-661-5725. This              Family Fund.
 program is supported by the Stark Family Fund.

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SAVE THE DATE:
FAMILY CAMP 2020

                                                                              Educators’
May 15 -17, 2020
Registration begins on February
10th. Spaces are limited and
available on a first-come                  May 15-17, 2020

                                                                                       Shabbat
                                            at the Butzel Conference Center
                                                 in Ortonville, Michigan

first-serve basis! For more
information visit temple-israel.org/familycamp.

ADULT EDUCATION
For more information on any of these Adult Education
Classes or to RSVP, contact the Education Office at 248-
661-5725 or email lkaplan@temple-israel.org

USER’S GUIDE FOR THE SOUL
Thursdays, February 13, 20, 27 & continuing • 10 - 11 am
Do you want to learn about the structure of your soul?
Is it possible to navigate the flow of consciousness
through the body more masterfully? Through delving                            FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020 • 11 ADAR 5780
into this powerful kabbalistic text, you will gain the                             Please join us for a special service at 7:30 pm
tools to discover your highest self and master the                                  celebrating Jewish teaching and learning.
challenges of your life. Taught by Cantor Smolash.                                 Teacher awards will be presented at services,
                                                                                            followed by a sweet oneg.
RSVP to Maya Grinboim at maya@temple-israel.org
or 248-661-5700.                                                                      RSVP to Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725 or
                                                                                            lkaplan@temple-israel.org
ADULT CREATIVE ART WORKSHOP – HANDS ON
ART WITH JANE!                                                                 HONORING OUR TEACHERS FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE

Thursdays • 1 - 2:30 pm                                                                                            5 YEARS:
                                                                                        Laura Charnas | Julie Dowgiallo | Ashley Ellentuck
Feb 13 – Amazing Agam-Inspired Modern Wall Art                                          Israel Grinwald | Lindsay Ishbia | Marci Rotenberg
Mar 12 – Custom Designed Elijah Cup                                                                               10 YEARS:
                                                                                                         Avi Kidron | Lisa McNulty
Join the fun with Jane Alkon, creating beautiful
                                                                                                                  15 YEARS:
handcrafted pieces inspired by Jewish artists and                                       Sue Dumond | Lorri Goldman | Irena Korogodsky
themes. Jane will take you step by step through the                                                               20 YEARS:
creative process as you discover your inner artist.                                  Deborah Chasnick | Natalie Cohen | Sheryl Lederman
                                                                                       Michele Levine | Jackie Taffel | Gayle Goodman
Think you’re not creative? Then these workshops are
                                                                                                                RETIREMENT:
perfect for you! You’re guaranteed to come away with a                                                         Gayle Goodman
wonderful piece that will surely amaze you. Cost is $7/                                       OUTSTANDING TEACHER AWARD
                                                                                     Sponsored by the Ethel & Robert Danto Children’s Library & Media Center Fund
Member per class; $10/Non-member per class. Register                                                            Amy Scapelliti
online at temple-israel.org/art. Supported by the                                     OUTSTANDING HEBREW STUDENT AWARD
Audrey & William Farber Education Fund.                                                     Sponsored by the Maurice Edwin Barr Hebrew Scholarship Fund

                                                                                                       Charles Bassey, 4th grade
                                                                                                      Hayden Frishman, 5th grade
                                                                                                        Eli Haenick, 6th grade

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                                                              SHABBAT TISCH
                                                              Saturdays • 9:15 - 10:30 am
                                                              Join us for a Shabbat morning of insights and
                                                              investigation into the texts of our Bible. Led by
                                                              volunteer facilitator, Norrine Freeman.

                                                               ASK: CIVIL DISCOURSE
                                                              Monday, February 3 • 12 - 1:30 pm

                                                              MOROCCAN MISSION LECTURE SERIES
                                                              Thursday • 7 - 8 pm
                                                              February 13 – Modern Debates and Controversies

CIVIL DISCOURSE                                               Howard Lupovitch, PhD will explore the rich history of
                                                              Sephardic Jewry and take us on a journey through the
                                                              heritage, culture, and mystery of Morocco. Professor
                                                              Lupovitch is Director of the Cohn Haddow Center for
                                                              Judaic Studies at Wayne State University. Open to Temple
                                                              Israel Moroccan Mission travelers and the broader
                                                              community. RSVP online at temple-israel.org/Morocco.

        MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3                                    SAVE THE DATE:
          12–1:30 PM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL                         ASK: NEVER LONG ENOUGH
                                                              Monday, March 16 • 12 - 1:30 pm
  Rabbi Asher Lopatin will ask, “Can Muslim and Jewish
   students really talk about difficult issues?” Why should   Rabbi Joseph Krakoff will teach us creative and colorful
students from diverse backgrounds, with different political   ways to find comfort and hope, amidst grief and loss.
   and religious views, get together and try to connect?      Rabbi Krakoff is Senior Director of the Jewish Hospice
  Rabbi Lopatin is the founder of Kehillat Etz Chayim, an
 inclusive Modern Orthodox congregation in Huntington         and Chaplaincy Network. $7 members with reservations,
         Woods, and the Center for Civil Discourse.           $10 nonmembers and walk-ins, includes lunch.
                                                              Sponsored by the Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
           COST: $7 MEMBERS WITH RESERVATION/
     $10 NONMEMBERS AND WALK-INS (INCLUDES LUNCH)             Register online at temple-israel.org/ask.

        Register online at temple-israel.org/ask              PROPHETS LINE-BY-LINE
                                                              Tuesdays • 12 - 1 pm
   For more information, contact the Education Office at
        248-661-5725 or lkaplan@temple-israel.org.            March 10, 17, 24, 31, May 5, 12, 19 & 26
         This adult education program is supported by the     Join us for a line-by-line study of the prophets. Using
                 Iwrey Family Special Needs Fund.
                                                              commentary, sharing our own insights, and looking at
                                                              various translations, we work our way through these
                               Save the date for our
                               next ASK program on            amazing and inspiring texts. Taught by Rabbi Arianna
                               Monday, March 16th             Gordon. RSVP to Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725 or online
                               Never Long Enough              at temple-israel.org/prophets.
                               details

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TEMPLE YOUTH
                      B
              PEND SHA BAT TOGE
             S                 TH
        ET’S                     ER
       L                           !

        Join all of your YFTI friends on these
       two Fridays for amazing nights of food,
              conversation and prayer.

  6:00 –                February 28                         In Review – Bunk45: Federation’s Ultimate Indoor Recess: If you
                                                            missed it, Federation’s Indoor Recess program at On the Dunes was
 8:30PM                     April 24
                                                            a huge success! Kids and families from all around the community
                                                            came together to play, eat delicious latkes, and even schmooze
                                                            with Disney Princesses! The event was beautifully executed. Yasher
     Located at a different YFTI house for each dinner.     Koach to all of our friends at the Jewish Federation who worked
      Locations will be made available upon registration.
                                                            hard to put together this amazing event.

                   Cost is $12 per Night
           Space is limited, so make sure you
             sign-up for both nights ASAP!
 REGISTER AT TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/YFTISHABBAT

SAVE THE DATE:
BUNK45: SLEEP-UNDER
Saturday, March 21 • 7 - 10 pm
Calling all 4th & 5th graders! Come to Temple in your
jammies for a fun Havdalah! We’ll be making cookies,
playing games, and watching a movie on the big
screens! $5/student at the door. Bring a friend! Dinner
is not included, but snacks are! Register online at
temple-israel.org/sleepunder.

QUEST: FORGOTTEN HARVEST FOOD PANTRY
Sunday, March 22 • 12:30 - 3 pm
Details to come.
                                                            In Review – YFTI: L’Taken: A group of our teen leaders traveled to
                                                            Washington, D.C to join hundreds of other Jewish advocates to learn
Questions regarding Bunk45, contact Devorah Glanz           about social and civil issues in our country. Their four days in D.C were
at devorah@temple-israel.org                                spent delving into the topics of immigration, reproductive rights, gun
Questions regarding Quest & YFTI, contact Zach              reform, climate change, LGBTQ+ rights and more. Our group heard
Goldberger at zach@temple-israel.org                        from speakers, studied the history & current data of these issues and
                                                            wrote speeches to lobby on Capitol Hill to their members of Congress.

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MUSIC AT TEMPLE

Shabbat Shira
     Let Freedom Sing
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2020
     7:00 PM at Temple Israel

16    February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780   Temple Israel
In Review – Appel concert: Eric Hunker shared a morning
                        concert of gorgeous songs with our Religious School and local fans.
                        Our Shabbat Singers took center stage as they joined him on a few
                        tunes, and the whole school was swept up by Eric and his inspiring
                        band. What a great way to end a day of Jewish learning!

                        SHABBAT SHIRA
                        Friday, February 7 • 7 pm
                        Come join us, families of all ages, for our annual
                        all-choir, song-filled Shabbat, as we march with our
                        ancestors through the parted waters to the sound of
                        freedom’s drum and celebrate once again at the shores
                        of the Red Sea! Open to community, RSVP not required.
                        Questions? Contact Stephanie at 248-661-5700 or email
                        stephanie@temple-israel.org.

                        LAKER CONCERT
                        Sunday, April 26 • 4 pm
                        Six13 is a groundbreaking, six-man a cappella vocal
                        band that brings an unprecedented style and energy
                        to Jewish music, with nothing but the power of the
                        human voice. Anchored by a strong Jewish identity,
                        fueled by soulful harmonies, intricate arrangements,
                        and their signature dynamic sound, Six13 is driven by
                        a mission to connect Jews around the world with their
                        heritage through music. Admission is free. Open to the
                        community. The Laker Concert is sponsored in loving
                        memory of Sarah & Harry Laker.

                        CHILDREN OF EDEN
                        Thursday, April 30 • 7 pm; Saturday, May 2 • 7 pm and
                        Sunday, May 3 • 2 pm
                        Join us for this fantastic musical performance based on
                        the story of Genesis. The age-old conflict of parents and
                        children takes the stage in this joyous and inspirational
                        Stephen Schwartz musical about family and faith. We
                        are creating a full-scale production of this epic show
                        featuring talent of all ages. Powered by The Ethel
                        Hyman And Rose Kaplan Foundation & Temple Israel.

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THE ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Thank you!
This year Chanukah was celebrated by many Temple
families that never thought they would be able to!
As always, the Barbara and Lawrence Millman Family
Chanukah Fund and the Jackie Unatin Memorial
Chanukah Fund, and our amazing Temple Family was                  In Review - Mi Shebeirach Blanket Making Day: Special thanks
ready to step in and assist our families in need. This year   to our volunteers who helped make Mi Shebeirach Blankets.
you not only came through, but the response, kindness
and generosity were overwhelming! We thank you from           SUPPORT GROUPS & PROGRAMMING:
the bottom of our hearts!                                     For more information on any of these Support Groups
                                                              and programs or to RSVP, contact Kate Boman at 248-
                                                              661-5700 or kate@temple-israel.org.
                                                              ADULT HEALTH & FITNESS
                                                              Wednesday, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 3 pm
                                                              Adult Health and Fitness is a program that will focus on
                                                              improving balance, mobility, coordination, flexibility and
                                                              overall wellness through a structured low impact exercise
                                                              program performed from both seated and standing
                                                              positions. $5 per class. Class led by NSCA certified trainer
                                                              Matt Leonard. The class will run for a one-hour session
                                                              starting with a warm up and finishing with a cool down
                                                              stretch. We encourage you to wear athletic clothing and
                                                              shoes. *Requirements for the program is a Doctor’s note
                                                              stating that you can participate in low impact exercise.
                                                              Register online at temple-israel.org/fitness-m or contact
                                                              Kate at 248-661-5700.

                                                              CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
                                                              Thursday, February 6 & 20 • 10 - 11 am
                                                              When helping you is hurting me…Taking care of
                                                              someone else as well as taking care of you? Give
                                                              yourself respite – join facilitator Jodie Jacobs, LMSW,
                                                              in a supportive environment. Sharing one’s experience
                                                              within a group setting enables caregivers to recognize
                                                              the commonality of their experience while also defining
                                                              the uniqueness of their situation.

                                                              AA - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
                                                              Thursday, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 8 - 9:15 pm
                                                              Open to individuals who have a desire to stop using
                                                              alcohol and/or other substances. Meeting utilizes the
                                                              AA 12-Step Program.

 18      February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780                                                                     Temple Israel
DROP-IN BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, February 13 & 27 • 7 - 8:30 pm
Diane Levy-Rubinstein, LMSW Facilitator
After the death of a loved one, there are so many
thoughts, feelings and experiences to deal with.
Accepting the death of a loved one requires one to
fully experience their grief. All sessions are open to the
community and are free of charge. Please call Temple
to verify dates as they do change.                           Registration is open for Summer 2020!
MS PATH SUPPORT GROUP                                        Join our Michigan campers in the one-of-a-kind
Thursday, February 13 & 27 (potluck) • 7 pm                    life changing experience that is sleep away
The MS PATH (Positive Attitude Toward Health) meets          camp. Through informal Jewish education, the
on the second and fourth Thursday of every month in            arts, a state-of-the-art waterfront program,
Classroom 11. This group is designed for those with           an intense ropes challenge course, and great
MS as well as family members and/or caregivers. For          athletic facilities, Camp George offers campers
questions, call Ronna Heller at 248-737-2328 or 248-330-
                                                                        an experience of a lifetime.
4632 or email rhlbox@me.com.
                                                                      For more information contact
MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP                                          Kari Provizer, LMSW, ACSW at 248-661-5700.
Wednesday, March 18 • 10:30 am
                                                             Supported by the Robert Sosnick Family Life Center.
Please join us for a contemplative morning where we
will learn about how mindfulness may help us better
manage anxiety and stress. We will discuss how                 Camp George + Exchange Rate =
practicing present, non-judgmental awareness can
support more adaptive reactions to difficult situations,       AMAZING SAVINGS
and we will also try a couple of mindfulness practices        Full Session: $5160 Canadian | $3953 American
that can help ease anxiety and create more calm.                            A savings* of over $1200!
This workshop will be facilitated by Dr. Anna Sofen a
                                                                17 day Nitzotzot/Lehavot - Grades 2-5:
psychologist with a private practice in Birmingham.
                                                                      $3640 Canadian | $2788 American
Register online at temple-israel.org/mindful.
                                                                         A savings* of more than $850!
AFTERNOON CONCERT SERIES                                          *Savings vary depending on the current exchange rate.

Thursdays at 1:30 pm on the following dates:
May 21 - Afternoon Show with the DSO, June 18, July             Register Now! George.URJCamps.org
16, August 20, September 17 & October 17. Stay tuned              URJ Camp George 416-638-2635
for a full list of performers.

    www.temple-israel.org                                                  February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780               19
LIBRARIES & MEDIA CENTER
                                                           ADULT PROGRAMMING
                                                           DINNER AND A MOVIE SERIES
                                                             FEB 6      FEB 20       MAR 5      MAR 19
          ti
         A D UL T
         bookclubs                                         The Weinberg Family Library and Temple Israel
          Join us for a special Book Club event            Sisterhood are excited to present this film discussion
       Monday, February 17 • 9:45 am                       series. Join our clergy and expert facilitators for dinner,
                             or
      Tuesday, February 18 • 6:30 pm                       movie and discussion on the following Thursdays:
        to discuss Yossi Klein Halevi’s new book,          February 6: When Do We Eat?, facilitated by Rabbi
           Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor.             Marla Hornsten; February 20: Raiders of the Lost Ark,
           Facilitated by Rabbi Josh Bennett,              facilitated by Rabbi Josh Bennett; March 5: Jewtopia,
               Rabbi Arianna Gordon and                    facilitated by Rabbi Arianna Gordon; March 19: The
                 Nina Yahalomi Klevitsky.
                                                           Frisco Kid, facilitated by Lauren Marcus Johnson. The
                                                           movies will be available to check out from the Temple
                                                           Israel Libraries prior to each session for viewing at
                                                           home or you are welcome to attend a group showing
                                                           at 5 pm on each date. Dinner and discussion will begin
                                                           at approximately 6:45 pm. Temple Members: $16 per
                                                           session; Guests: $18 per session. Reservations are
                                                           required no later than the Monday before each date.
                                                           Register online at temple-israel.org/dinnermovie.

                                                           MOTHER & DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB
             Register online at                                             Thursday, April 30 • 6:30 pm
         temple-israel.org/bookclub                                         Young adult women (ages 20s-40s) and
      Participants are encouraged to read the selected                      their mothers (aunts, grandmothers,
     book prior to the meeting. Copies of the books are
                                                                            sisters, and friends are welcome too!)
       available from the Weinberg Family Library and
         from local public libraries and booksellers.                       will enjoy an evening of delicious food,
       Registration is required. Cost is $16/per session                    great wine and inspiring discussion
     and includes breakfast (Monday)/dinner (Tuesday).                      over the book Paper is White by Hilary
     Open to the community. Everyone is welcome.           Zaid, facilitated by Lauren Marcus Johnson. $18/person,
                                                           includes dinner, wine and dessert. Register online
     All who attend will be invited, free of charge, to
       have lunch with the author on March 17th.           at temple-israel.org/mdbook by
                                                           Monday, April 27th.
        Questions? Contact Lauren Marcus Johnson
      at 248-661-5700 or ljohnson@temple-israel.org

20     February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780                                                                 Temple Israel
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
FEAST ON BOOKS
Sunday, February 2 • 12 - 2 pm
Join Librarian Lauren Marcus Johnson and Religious
School Teacher Anita Hack in the Hodari Family Children’s
Library for stories, food and fun! All 4th-6th graders
are invited to enjoy wonderful treats while hearing and
telling stories from our tradition. Bagels, cream cheese
and vegetables will be served on arrival, along with all
the festive foods we will create and explore. $10/person
payable at the meeting. Reservations are required.
Funded by Helen M. Pickett Children’s Reading Fund.
PIZZA & PAGES                                                 In Review – Scholastic Book Fair: The SNOW MUCH TO READ
                                                              Chanukah Scholastic Book Fair was a fun week of events and
Sundays • 12 - 2 pm
                                                              opportunities for Temple families to stock their book shelves with
February 9 & March 15                                         new and soon to be favorite books. Local Children’s Author, Lisa
Join Librarian Lauren Marcus                                  Rose, shared her love of books with our ECC children during
Johnson and 2nd Grade                                         a Chanukah storytime program and the Markle family won our
                                                              Raffle Basket of Books. See you at the next Fair!
Teacher Anita Hack in the
Hodari Family Children’s Library for stories, crafts,
games, and fun! All 1st - 4th Grade booklovers are
invited to participate. If you love pizza, books, and
spending time in the Library then you’ll love this
program! A pizza lunch will be served, $7/person
payable at the meeting. Students do not need to attend
all of the meetings to participate. Reservations are
required by the Thursday before each date. Register
online at temple-israel.org/pizzapages. Supported by
the Phyllis Hellman Children’s Literature Fund.

REMEMBER TO BE A JEWISH READING STAR!                                           Kindergarten Edition
1st - 3rd Graders read Jewish books from their own home
library and/or books from the Hodari Family Children’s                       As an introduction to our children’s book club, please join us
                                                                      for a special session of Pizza & Pages for Kindergarteners ONLY!
Library. Children read the books with an adult (parent,
grandparent, or other book lover) and return the forms to       Pizza & Pages Kindergarten will meet after Sunday School
their teacher by April 19, 2020. All forms are available in                         from 12 - 2 pm on March 22, 2020
the Hodari Family Children’s Library or from your Religious
School teacher, and can be downloaded from the Temple                                    A pizza lunch will be served. Cost: $7 per child.

Israel website (go to the Media Center & Libraries                               Register online at temple-israel.org/kpizza
Resource section). If you have any questions about the                                For more information, contact Lauren Marcus Johnson at
Religious School reading programs, contact your teacher                                         ljohnson@temple-israel.org or 248-661-5700.

or Lauren Marcus Johnson. Happy Reading!

    www.temple-israel.org                                                      February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780                          21
AFFILIATES - SISTERHOOD
                                                                                                         SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP - ONE STOP SHOPPING!
                                                                                                                                        Our volunteers are eager
                                                                                                                                        to help as you shop
                                                                                                                                        our amazing selection
                                                      Generously supported by Temple Israel Sisterhood
                                                                                                                                        of gift items & Judaica.
           Join us for a 4-part series of classes                                                                                       New merchandise
  as we explore the environment through a Jewish lens                                                                                   arriving daily to
                                                                                                         enhance and enrich your holidays and special
                                                                                                         celebrations. February Special: 30% off Tzedakah
                                                                                                         Boxes (excludes special orders). Hours: Sundays
                                                                                                         9:30am-12 pm (religious school days), Mondays and
                                                                                                         Thursdays 3-6 pm, Tuesdays 11am-2pm (special
 THURSDAYS • 7PM AT TEMPLE ISRAEL                                                                        appointments available, please contact one of our
                                                                                                         helpful gift shop chairs for assistance). Call or text:
             FEBRUARY 27, 2020                                                                           Debbie E. at 248-496-4525, Debbie F. at 248-227-2146
Getting ready for Spring: A History of the Greenhouse                                                    or Mary Lou at 248-875-1595.

                                                                                                         ORDER YOUR TRIBUTE CARDS!
                   JUNE 11, 2020                                                                         Learn more or purchase online at
                  Summer: Spirit in Nature                                                               Temple-Israel.org/Sisterhood or contact
                                                                                                         Jodie Polk at chefjimjo@yahoo.com.
               AUGUST 20, 2020
                 Fall: Environmental Safety                                                              CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
                                                                                                         EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
            DECEMBER 10, 2020                                                                            Monday, February 3 • 10 am
                  Winter: Vermicomposting
                                                                                                         GENERAL BOARD MEETING
                                                                                                         Wednesday, February 5 & March 4 • 10 am

                                                                                                         TRIVIA NIGHT & DINNER WITH BROTHERHOOD
                                                                                                         Saturday, February 8 • 7 pm at Uptown Grille
                                                                                                         See page 25 for details.

                                                                                                         CHAI MITZVAH
                                                                                                         Tuesday, February 18 • 10 am

                                                                                                         NURSING HOME BINGO AT FLEISCHMAN
                                                                                                         Wednesday, February 19 • 2 pm
             $10/session or $25/entire series
Register online at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood                                                            GREENHOUSE LECTURE SERIES
      Must RSVP no later than one week prior to each session.                                            Thursday, February 27 • 7 pm
     Questions? Contact Mary Jane Larson at fern3376@aol.com or
                           734-812-8170                                                                  GRAB AND GO BOUQUETS AND LUNCH
                                                                                                         Tuesday, March 3 • 12 pm

22         February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780                                                                                                        Temple Israel
LUNCH & LEARN WITH SISTERHOOD

              Purim 5780
Mishloach Manot

                                   FULFILL THE MITZVAH OF
                                             Fulfill
                                      MISHLOACH       the
                                                  MANOT!         Mitzvah
                                           Onof  Mishloach
                                              Purim we emphasize Manot!
                                          the importance of Jewish
                                             unity On   Purim we
                                                   and friendship   byemphasize the
                                            sending   gifts of food to                                            Tuesday, March 3, 2020
                                              importance of Jewish        unity and                                   12 pm at Temple Israel
                                                  friends and family.
                                          friendship by sending gifts of food
                                                                                                                       Please join us for a fun
                                                       to friends and family.                                       afternoon as we learn simple
                    Sisterhood is excited to present you with a
                                                                                                                  techniques on how to turn store
                    wonderful opportunity to fulfill this mitzvah.
                        Sisterhood is excited to present you with                                                 bought bouquets into beautiful
                  Send delicious treats with your Purim greetings                                                  arrangements and get advice
                    a wonderful opportunity to fulfill this mitzvah.                                                    on how to keep them
                  to our Sisterhood Board, Temple Clergy & Staff
                   Send delicious treats with your Purim greetings                                                          looking fresh.
                                or Family & Friends!
                   to our Sisterhood Board, Temple Clergy & Staff
                                                                                                                      Cost: $18/Members; $22/Non-
                    Each recipient willorreceive
                                           Familya beautiful  box of
                                                     & Friends!                                                        Members; $25/at the door
                     hamentashen, baked goods & other treats                                                           RSVP by Friday, February 21st
                  alongEach
                        with arecipient
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                                             including a listaofbeautiful
                                                  receive         those   box of                                       temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
                       who   have donated     toward their  gift.
                        hamentashen, baked goods & other treats                                                     Questions? Contact Michelle Silber
                         along with  a lovely
                               See how          note including a list of
                                         it works:                                                                  at michellesisterhood@gmail.com
                                                                                                                            or 248-909-8742.
                         those who have donated toward their gift.
                          temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
                        Deadline to order is February 24th
                                                           How it works...
   Choose the level of Participation that works for you. Board Members, Clergy &
 WOMEN’S         FREEDOM SEDER
     Staff will receive their packages the week of March 18th.
 Tuesday, March 24 • 6 pm at Temple Israel
   Give to family and friends by selecting the individual box option. Individual
 How Literacy Brings You Freedom — We are the
     boxes will be available for pick up beginning March 18th after 1pm.
 children of the book. Reading of our past makes us
   Complete the attached form & return it with payment or pay online at
 who we have become today. Literacy is essential to
     www.temple-israel.org/Sisterhood. Order deadline is March 11, 2019.
 success and will be the focus of this year’s Women’s
   Great way to thank those that serve our Sisterhood & Temple and let family &
 Seder.  Please bring new or gently used children’s                                                        Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to our

                                                                              Women’s
     friends know you are thinking of them at Purim!
 and young adult books for distribution. Open to the
   For questions contact Faye Krut at 248-432-7360 or goldennib@aol.com

                                                                                                O M
 community. Cost is $30/members; $35/non-members.

                                                                                       F RE E D
                                     Thank you for being a part of this meaningful fundraiser!

   It’s that easy!
 Space Limited. RSVP online at temple-israel.org/
                                       Your participation allows us to continue to support our
 Sisterhood by March 16.

 SPRING BOUTIQUE AND STYLE EVENT
                                                  Temple, Youth and Community.

                                                                                                Seder
 Wednesday, April 22 • 10 am - 3:30 pm                                                     Led by Temple Israel Clergy and Members of our Sisterhood

 ELECTION LUNCHEON
 Tuesday, April 28 • 12 pm                                                                       Tuesday, March 24, 2020
                                                                                                    6 pm at Temple Israel
 HOUSE TOUR
 Wednesday, May 27

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Dear Congregant:
                                                                                    REDUCED PRICES
     We will be conducting our annual PASSOVER CANDY                  ITEM #     PASSOVER ITEMS - DAIRY        QTY.   PRICE      TOTAL $
     SALE during the month of February. We are pleased                2508 Bartons Cashew Butter                      $12.50
     to offer Barton’s Kosher for Passover candy and a                     Crunch/8oz.
     second (non-Passover) catalog featuring “Gifts & Treats”         2531 Bartons Milk Chocolate                     $6.75
     for your kitchen and home. All are perfect for your                   Lollycones/2.5oz.
     own holiday table or as gifts. If you are interested in          2542 Bartons Milk Choc. Almond Caramel          $11.00
     purchasing, please fill out the order form and mail it back           Cluster/5.5oz.
     with the correct payment by MARCH 1ST. Your check                2553 Bartons Milk Choc. Caramel                 $10.00
     must accompany your order. Please make check payable                  Daisies/5oz.
     to Temple Israel Sisterhood. Thank you for your support!         2562 Bartons Milk Chocolate                     $16.00
                                                                           Matzah/10oz.
                     REDUCED PRICES
      ITEM #     PASSOVER ITEMS - PAREVE    QTY.   PRICE    TOTAL $   2590 Bartons Almond Kisses/10oz.                $14.50

      2529 Bartons Fruit Slices/12oz.              $13.00             2593 Bartons Milk & Dark Chocolate              $17.00
                                                                           Asst./8oz.
      2535 Bartons Dark Chocolate                  $16.00
           Matzah/10oz.                                               2525 Bartons Chocolate Trio (#2542,             $28.00
                                                                           #2541 & #2553)
      2541 Bartons Dark Chocolate Seder            $10.00
           Mints /6oz.                                                2585 Bartons Matzo Combo (#2562 &               $30.00
                                                                           #2535)
      2560 Bartons Dark Chocolate Almond           $11.00
           Bark/5oz.                                                  2757 Bartons Milk & Dark Choc. Bridge           $11.00
                                                                           Mix/8.5oz.
      2564 Bartons Dark Choc. Covered              $13.00
           Macaroons/8oz.                                             2760 Bartons Mix Combo (#2755,                  $33.00
                                                                           #2757 & #2758)
      2642 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov. Matzah          $11.00
           Crackers/10oz.
      2755 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov.                 $11.00              Please bring or mail in this order form with your check
           Almonds/8.5oz.                                              payable to TEMPLE ISRAEL SISTERHOOD. You can
                                                                       also order online and have the products shipped directly
      2758 Bartons Dark Choc. Cov.                 $13.00
                                                                       to your home. Go to www.misschocolate.com, click
           Apricots/6oz.
                                                                       on the ONLINE STORE and use SELLER ID #710021
      2580 Jennies Choc. Drizzle Coconut           $12.00              when ordering. You can view additional items available
           Macaroons/10oz.                                             thru the online store for purchase. All purchases will be
      2598 Jennies Dbl. Choc. Sea Salt             $12.00              credited to our organization to help raise additional
           Macaroons/10oz.                                             funds. Thank you for your support!

                    OLD TIME DELIGHTS                                  Name:________________________________
      ITEM #       PARVE & GLUTEN FREE      QTY.   PRICE    TOTAL $
                                                                       Phone:_______________________________
      2540 Chocolate Covered Marshmallow           $10.00
           Twists/9oz.                                                 Email:________________________________
      2550 Sesame Crunch/8oz.                      $10.00
                                                                       Address:______________________________
      2573 Chocolate Covered Ring                  $10.00
           Jells/9oz.
                                                                       City:_________________________________
      2582 Chocolate Combo (#2540 &                $18.00              State:__________________ Zip:___________
           #2573)

24     February 2020 • Shevat/Adar 5780                                                                                       Temple Israel
AFFILIATES - BROTHERHOOD

                                                                                                   Join Temple Israel
                                                                                               Sisterhood & Brotherhood
                                                                                                    for a great night!

In Review – California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser (top 3 photos):
Thank you to those who joined us at California Pizza Kitchen this
past November. Over $240 was raised to provide hats and gloves
for the residents of South Oakland Shelter that stayed with us in
December. Join us for our next fundraiser this spring (details to be
announced) to provide Temple youth with camp scholarships.

In Review – South Oakland Shelter Dinner (bottom photo):
On Friday, December 20, 2019, Brotherhood hosted dinner for our
guests from South Oakland Shelter.                                       Saturday, February 8, 2020
TRIVIA NIGHT & DINNER WITH SISTERHOOD                                               7pm at Uptown Grille
Saturday, February 8 • 7 pm at Uptown Grille                                         (3100 E West Maple Rd, Commerce)

BROTHERHOOD GENERAL MEETING & DINNER                                   Join us for a fabulous evening of dinner, trivia and
Tuesday, February 11 & Tuesday, March 3 • 6 pm                         good company! Members: $50/person; Guests:
SAVE THE DATES:                                                        $60/person (includes dinner). Cash bar. Prizes for
                                                                       1st, 2nd and 3rd place!
SHUSHAN HOLD’EM POKER GAME
Sunday, March 15                                                       Register online at temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
ASK ME ANYTHING DINNER WITH CANTOR                                     Questions? Contact Michelle Silber at
MICHAEL SMOLASH                                                        michellesisterhood@gmail.com.
Thursday, April 2 • 6:30 pm

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LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
 B’NAI MITZVAH                                                 Friday, February 28 • 8 pm Sanctuary Service
                                                               Violet Louise Rubenfaer Karp, daughter of Rachel and
 Torah Portion: B’shalach                                                    Gabe Karp; grandchild of Karen and Dr.
 Saturday, February 8 • 10:30 am Sanctuary Service                           Leon Rubenfaer, Marlene Karp and the late
 Ariella Ramona Hernandez, daughter of Marisa and                            Ronald Karp. Violet is a student at Norup
              Hector Hernandez; grandchild of Michele                        International School. Her hobbies and
              and David Kaplan and the late Ramona                           interests include dancing, singing, mandolin,
              Ortiz; great-grandchild of Faye Damraur. She                   guitar, henna, acting, art, and skiing. She also
              attends Hillel Day School. Her hobbies and       loves her summers at Tamarack Camps. For her mitzvah
              interests include shopping, attending camp,      project, Violet volunteered at Yad Ezra and at the Temple
              sports and traveling. For her mitzvah project,   Israel Labor Day Picnic.
 she collected donations for Michigan Animal Rescue            Torah Portion: T’tzaveh
 League where she rescued her two beloved dogs. Ariella        Saturday, February 29 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service
 also volunteered at Temple Israel for the Labor Day Picnic.
                                                               Lilly Rose Moss, daughter of Heather Moss and Jeff Moss;
 Torah Portion: Yitro                                                          grandchild of Eileen and Howard Young and
 Saturday, February 8 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service                        Marlene and Elliotte Moss. Lilly is a student
 Seth David Cohen, son of Dana and Andrew Cohen;                               at West Hills Middle School. Her hobbies
              grandchild of Rita and Robert England,                           and interests include competitive gymnastics,
              Norman Rosen and the late Sheila and                             tennis, forensics, theatre and attending
              Sidney Cohen. Seth is a student at Warner                        Tamarack Camps. As part of her mitzvah
              Middle School. His hobbies and interests         project, Lilly organized and led a team for the National
              include travel baseball, basketball and flag     Kidney Foundation of Michigan Walk. She found raising
              football. As part of his mitzvah project, Seth   funds to support programs and increase awareness of the
 volunteered at the Friendship Circle for the summer camp      foundation even more meaningful as her brother Noah has
 and weekly for the open gym sessions throughout the           kidney disease. In addition, Lilly volunteered at Temple
 school year. Seth also volunteered at Temple Israel for the   Israel for the Labor Day Picnic.
 housing of the residents of South Oakland Shelter and for
 the Labor Day Picnic. In addition, he donated tzedakah to

                                                               TEMPLE FAMILY
 the Rosen/Weingarden Fund for Fragile X Research at UC
 Davis MIND Institute.
                                                               Births and Blessings
 Torah Portion: T’rumah
                                                               Dylan Wolf Barouch and Lennon Rose Barouch, children
 Saturday, February 22 • 6 pm Sanctuary Havdalah Service
                                                               of Lauren and Ryan Barouch; grandchildren of Shari
 Kayla Marie Silberg, daughter of Julie and Dr. Eric
                                                               Barouch, Hubert Barouch, and Janet and Lee Karson.
               Silberg; grandchild of Mary and Burton
                                                               Great-grandchildren of Micki Kline.
               Schwartz and Andrea and Joel Silberg. Kayla
               is a student at Greenhills School. She enjoys   Greyson Stone Ran, son of Jodie and Matthew Ran;
               pompon, summers at Camp Tanuga, music,          grandchild of Kim and Walter Schram and Rhonda and
               waterskiing and wake surfing. For her mitzvah   Gary Ran. Great-grandchild of Marty Rott, Sheila Stone,
               project, Kayla baked for cookies for Bakers     and Annette Stollman.
 of Hope, a local organization that provides temporary         Brandon Jonathan Zeitlin, son of Christine and David
 assistance for those with food insecurity. In addition, she   Zeitlin. Grandchild of Lisa and Barry Zeitlin and Nadirah
 volunteered at Temple Israel for the Labor Day Picnic and     and Amer Shammas. Great-grandchild of Helen and Milton
 the housing of the residents of South Oakland Shelter.        Faye and Barbara Allen.

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Weddings                                                          Dallen z”l; son Martha z”l and Saul Charnes z”l; uncle of
Shannon Marie Achatz, daughter of Maureen Linville                Lenore (Alan) Deutch Singer, George (Sherri) Glassman and
and Kevin and Debbie Achatz, to Jamison Eric Pollack,             Judith G. Etkin and Harvey Deutch z”l; Zona (Richard) Ribiat,
son of Phyllis Ehrlich and Kenneth Pollack.                       Norman (Barbara) Herbst and Alan (Elaine) Herbst.

Michelle Kathleen Baker, daughter of Mary Baker and               Norman Cohn, husband of “Sonny” Sonya Cohn; father
Paul Swanson, to Jacob Benson Shamailov, son of Inna              of Lynne (Dan) Golodner and Jody (Ari) Charlip and Randy
Kryuchkov and Bension Shamailov.                                  (Darcie) Cohn; grandfather of Hannah, Max and Aidan,
                                                                  Asher, Eliana, Grace, Shaya, Zachary, Dylan and Edyn;
Lauren Aimee Gottlieb, daughter of Lisa and Stephen z”l
                                                                  brother of Dr. Natalie Willenberg; brother-in-law of Marilyn
Gottlieb, to Noah Benjamin Stone, son of Andrea and
                                                                  and Dr. Robert Dale, Suzanne and Dr. Mark Zwiren, Ronald
Douglas Stone.
                                                                  Kolman and Dr. Melanie Smith-Kolman.
Dana Renee Ruben, daughter of Wendy Ruben and
                                                                  Cathy Cosola, mother of Adam (Sandi) Cosola and Amy
Bruce and Mindy Ruben, to Noah Samuel Cohen, son of
                                                                  Cosola; grandmother of Lucas and Daren Cosola; sister of
Melanie Bishop-Solomon and Arthur Solomon and Brian
                                                                  Alene (Donald) Shiffman; daughter of Leah z”l and Irving
and Fran Cohen.
                                                                  Yura z”l.
In Memoriam
                                                                  Rosalie Disner, wife of Charles Disner; mother of Marc
Dr. Allen Apfelblat, husband of Ellen Apfelblat; father
                                                                  Disner and Lori (Douglas) Soifer; sister of Alan (Barbara z”l)
of Lisa (Alan) Wittenberg, Julie (Lori) Apfelblat and Dr.
                                                                  Berlin; grandmother of Matthew Soifer (fiancee’ Lauren
Adam Apfelblat z”l; father-in-law of Dr. Amanda Apfelblat;
                                                                  Blazofsky), Jennifer Soifer, Ariel (Adam) Amar, Elliott
grandfather of Dylan, Max, Elle, Violet, Grace and Liam;
                                                                  Disner, Jessica Disner, Joe Disner and Shane Disner; great-
brother of Sam (Yvonne) Apfelblat and Helen Apfelblat z”l.
                                                                  grandmother of Noa Amar.
Stuart Alan Bensman, son of Diana Bensman.
                                                                  Alexander Epelman, husband of Antonina Epelman z”l;
Barbara Berg, wife of Arnold Berg z”l; mother of Linda            grandfather of Abbeygail (Sean) Omaits; great-grandfather
(Dr. William “Bill”) Solomon and Wendy (Ronald) Gruskin;          of Liam Omaits
grandmother of Dr. Jeffrey (Michelle) Solomon, Daniel (Lisa)
                                                                  Robert “Robbie” Feldstein, son of Ruth z”l and Manuel
Solomon, Jennifer Zeidman and Michael Zeidman; great-
                                                                  Feldstein z”l; brother of Shirley (Samuel z”l) Gilbert and
grandmother of Zoe and Gabriel and Silas.
                                                                  Lois (Paul) Katzman; uncle of Dan and Jennifer Gilbert, Gary
Janice Schwartz Billmeyer, wife of Christopher Billmeyer;         and Charlotte Gilbert, Alisa and Jeffrey Ambrose, David and
mother of Drew (Renee) Billmeyer and Jake (Rachel)                Heather Katzman, Steven and Elizabeth Katzman, and Heidi
Billmeyer; grandmother of Emma, Allie, and Taylor                 and Hank Wineman.
Billmeyer; daughter of Shirley z”l and Barney Schwartz z”l;
                                                                  Dr. Joel Forman, husband of Linda Forman; father of Seth
sister of Alan (Sandy) Schwartz, Gail (Alan) Sugar, and Gary
                                                                  (Marisa) Forman, Adam (Alizah) Forman and Jeremy (Yuki)
(Cindy Shaffran) Schwartz.
                                                                  Forman; grandfather of Lia, Zachary, Alexis and Danielle
Leonard Brozgold, husband of Gloria Brozgold; father of           Forman; brother of Saul (Helen) Forman and Ruth (Martin)
Stuart (Amy) Brozgold and Lisa (David) Nicola; grandfather        Mizel.
of Eric, Chelsea, Kathleen, Michael, Jaime, Ethan, Anton,
                                                                  Robert Glazer, husband of Paula Glazer; father of Joshua
Morgan; great-grandfather of Harper.
                                                                  (Cori) Glazer and Seth (Deborah) Glazer; son of Norma z”l
Allen Charnes, husband of Margie Charnes; father of               and Reuben Glazer z”l; grandfather of Levi Glazer, Abby
Ellen Charnes, Marilyn (Jerry) Engel and Sandy (Steve             Glazer, Carly Glazer and Henry Glazer; brother of Ronni
Rymal) Simmons; grandfather of Samantha (Daniel) Edgar,           (George) Turney.
Sydney Simmons, Alex Engel and Michelle Engel; brother
                                                                  Reuben Glazer, husband of Norma Glazer z”l; father of
of Debbie Glassman z”l; brother-in-law of Jerry Glassman,
                                                                  Ronni (George) Turney and Robert Glazer z”l; father-in-law
Howard Ellias, Phillip Ellias z”l, Stanley Ellias z”l and Naomi
                                                                  of Paula Glazer; grandfather of Joshua (Cori) Glazer, Seth

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