SHABBAT SHALOM

THE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER OF THE LEVITE JCC

Shabbat lighting: Tonight @6:35 PM

Weekly Torah portion: Vayak'hel-Pekudei

As a community rooted in connection, resilience, and care for one another, the Levite JCC shares in both the sorrow and the strength of our friends and neighbors in Michigan. In moments like these, the bonds between Jewish communities across the country remind us that no one stands alone.

We are grateful to those who provided assistance in the face of great peril and to the JCC of Metropolitan Detroit for serving as the family reunification center, offering a place of safety, comfort, and support for those seeking to reconnect with loved ones.

As we continue to work closely with our security partners, we hold those impacted by yesterday’s attack in our hearts and reaffirm our commitment to supporting one another with compassion, unity, and hope.

Volunteers power the Jewish Food and Culture Fest

Behind every plate of brisket, bowl of matzah ball soup, and tray of rugelach at the Levite JCC’s Jewish Food and Culture Fest is a dedicated team of volunteers working weeks in advance to make it all happen.

This year’s event on Sunday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. will once again rely on the more than 100 volunteers who typically help prepare food in the weeks leading up to the event and assist with dozens of roles at the event. Read the full story... and sign up for a shift!

Calling 2nd-5th grade dancers, writers

We’re looking for some creative types in 2nd-5th grades who might want to write their own plays and learn a few dance steps. Our six-week dance program and five-week playwrighting workshop will teach the fundamentals and provide a showcase for students' accomplishments. Get all the details...

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New and renewing members

In brief

Get an InBody composition scan for a detailed snapshot of body fat, muscle mass, and hydration
Sign up for J Camp
Youth soccer registration now open
Tumbling starts March 19

BROWSE PROGRAMS

Happenings

Now thru March 15 Get tickets to see Seussical Jr. live and on stage
March 15 Indoor pool closed for meet noon-4:30PM
March 15 @3PM "Honoring and Channeling Loss and Adversity" workshop with Dara Kosberg RSVP
March 16 @6PM An evening of storytelling with Dara Kosberg and Rebecca Rothman; $20 tickets
March 18 @noon Southern Jewish Voices meets Jonathan Wiesen RSVP
March 18 @6PM "The Sandwich Generation: Caring for Kids While Supporting Aging Parents" at Temple Emanu-El RSVP
March 18 @6:30PM JBORHOOD: Women's Circle
March 24 @12:30PM Questions With the Rabbi: Why So Many Rules? RSVP
March 29 @1PM Mitzvah Market free community exchange
April 1 American Red Cross blood drive

Weekly goings on

Pickleball community nights are Mondays @6PM
Mahjong open play Tuesdays @5-7PM and Thursdays @11:30AM-2:30PM. Join our waitlist for future classes.
Every Tuesday @3-6PM buy homemade Ukrainian treats from The Handel
Wednesdays @11:30AM United Way's Tai chi for arthritis and fall prevention (LJCC membership not required)
Softball on Levite field Sundays @10AM — just show up 'n' play

Around the community

Find out where JJ's Sandwich Shop is parked

And before we go...

LIVE ON STAGE — The reviews are in, and this season's LJCC Youth Theater's staging of Seussical Jr., directed by Alie B. Gorrie, is a high-quality production and smash hit. Tickets are still available for Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon.

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