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Mid-February at the Downtown Synagogue
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Upcoming Events
All events are at IADS unless otherwise noted. For more information on some of the events below, visit our website.
Sort and Schmooze: Community Clothing Drive
Ready to get rid of that old sweater from 2003? Don't know what to do with those jeans that just don't fit right anymore?
Come on down for our community clothing drive! This event is hosted in partnership by the Downtown Synagogue, Repair The World, and Moishe Houses Royal Oak/Detroit. There will be lots to do from sorting, games, yummy snacks, and much more!
All clothing items will be donated to Cass Community Social Services. Please feel free to donate non-perishable food items as well.
If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to donate clothes, please
reach out to Nicole.
Detroit Family Purim Party
Sunday, March 8th, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tangent Gallery& Hastings Street Ballroom, 715 E. Milwaukee, Detroit, MI 48202
Join us for a fun-filled, family-focused afternoon of Purim activities in partnership with Detroit Jews For Justice, Dor Hadash, Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, and Repair The World Detroit. We welcome you to enjoy face painting, games, snacks, Purim songs, and much more! This event is most appropriate for children under age 10.
Purim: The Whole Megillah
Monday, March 9th, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join the Downtown Synagogue at our annual community reading of the Megillah for the holiday of Purim to commemorate the defeat of Haman's (BOOOOO!) plot to get rid of the Jews, foiled by the heroic and dazzling Esther (YAAAAAY!).
Come in costume and bring a box of kosher pasta to use as a grogger - all to be donated to Yad Ezra after Purim. Children's book donations in fair condition will be accepted- all to be donated to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy.
Hamantashen and beverages will be provided.
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Interested in enrolling your child in Sunday School with the Downtown Synagogue? Reach out to the Director Of Education Becca Steinman-DeGroot for more information on this new and exciting development!
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New Shabbat Traditions with the
Downtown Synagogue
We invite you to join us as we continue to expand our Shabbat traditions. We will be holding
Sleep In Shabbats on the third Saturday of the month.
Sleep
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In
Shabbat
?! You heard right. Don't worry about getting up early- we will all be getting a late start. Join us as we kick off
Shabbat
morning with a delicious brunch starting at 10:30 a.m., and mincha services beginning at 12:00 p.m.
Dates of Sleep-In Shabbat:
- Saturday, February 15th
- Saturday, March 21st
All are welcome at our Musical Kabbalat Shabbats led by musician and music educator Gavri Yares, held on the first Friday of the month.
Dates of upcoming Musical Kabbalat Shabbats:
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Now Accepting:
Children's Books for DPSCD students
We are very excited to announce a new partnership with Detroit Public Schools Community District, as part of our membership within the DPSCD Faith-Based Council. We have been paired with Palmer Park Preparatory Academy with the goal of supporting the students, teachers, and staff in the ways that best serve the community.
We are now accepting donations of children's books in fair to good condition. All books will be donated to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy, and will be placed in classrooms that are in need of more books. We hope you will join us in this new endeavor of further supporting our community!
Donations may also be made during Friday and Saturday Shabbats- a donation bin is placed in our foyer in front of the elevator.
If you have any questions, please email
Nicole.
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Volunteer opportunities at the Downtown Synagogue!
- Read at Palmer Preparatory Academy: We are officially part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District's Faith-Based Council, and have been paired with Palmer Prep Academy! Volunteers will read to various grade levels during school hours, taking part in the new Let's Read initiative! Volunteer opportunities will begin in the fall. Please reach out to Nicole if you would like more information.
If you are interested in volunteering with us, please email
Nicole.
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Tributes at the Downtown Synagogue
In honor of Justin Long's wonderful teaching about the root of our legal system by Temple Beth El
In honor of Lauren Hoffman by Anonymous
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Yahrzeits at the Downtown Synagogue
We invite members to share the name and Yahrzeit of your loved ones with us.
Our membership form provides space for you to include Yahrzeit information to honor your loved one's memory. If you are not currently a member, you may access our membership form
here, complete the general information, and fill in the Yahrzeit information.
If you are a current member, you may submit your loved one's Yahrzeit information to
Liz. Please include English name, Hebrew name, English date of death (before or after sundown) and Hebrew date of death. We understand that you may not have complete information, so please include what information you do have.
We invite you to worship with us and say Kaddish during the Yahrzeit of your loved ones.
Yahrzeit reminders will be sent to Synagogue members in advance of the month of the specific Shabbat date when the yahrzeit is observed. We will send an email notification to remind you of Yahrzeits of loved ones whose names will be read at the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate contacting the office at the email above or at 313.962.4047.
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Call for Mi Shebeirach
During our Shabbat morning worship, we read the names of people in our community who are in need of healing. As we invoke God's blessing, we also become more aware of the people who could use a little extra care. Please let us know if you would like us to read the name of a loved one.
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Get Involved!
Clean House!
As we work to clean up and clear out in our Synagogue, we ask your cooperation. If you notice a spill, please wipe it up. If you drop crumbs, please clean them up. If you use the kitchen, please clean up. If you have extra papers or handouts, please take them home to recycle them. Just a reminder: please no food or drinks (other than water) are allowed on the 2nd floor. As we continue to create our welcoming communal home, please help us to keep it inviting. As the saying goes, "it takes a village."
Gemilut Chasadim - Our Caring Community
As life presents challenges, surprises, and celebrations, please let the Downtown Synagogue community know, so we can acknowledge your experiences. Please share your information with us here.
Amazon Smile
The Downtown Synagogue is now on Amazon Smile! If you use Amazon.com, a percentage of eligible purchases gets donated back to us. Please bookmark this link and don't forget to use Amazon Smile when you shop Amazon. Thanks for your support!
Shop at Kroger
Make sure to register your Plus Card and designate IADS as your Kroger Community Rewards Program, if you haven't already done so. When you shop at Kroger, swipe your Plus Card each time you shop and the synagogue benefits. It's that easy! For more information, or to sign up,
click here.
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Don't Forget!
We hold regular Shabbat services!
Join us to unwind and socialize with refreshments at 5:30 pm
Shabbat Services every Friday night start at 6:00 pm
Rabbi Silverman leads services the first three Fridays of every month
Liven up your weekly routine by joining us to welcome Shabbat. In the midst of busy schedules and tantalizing local events, Friday nights at IADS remain a signature weekly rhythm. Whether you have joy you wish to share in song or you are feeling in the mood to just be quietly present, we have a place reserved just for you. Services at 7:00 pm followed by a deliciously prepared Kosher vegetarian dinner. End your hectic work week with
ruach and community.
Torah study (before Saturday services) at 9:00 am
Shabbat services every Saturday morning at 10:00 am
Rabbi Silverman leads services the first three Saturdays of every month
Where would Jews be without the Torah? Torah is the center of our Saturday Shabbat service. It is a mitzvah to make a
minyan so we can read the Torah and people can say
kaddish. Please come to the Saturday morning Shabbat service at 10:00. We want to pass the Torah
l'dor vador.
Contact us if you have questions or requests pertaining to our service schedule.
Get Your IADS T-Shirts Today!
Our incredibly soft tees have been seen all over the city. Grab yours today before they run out!
T-shirts are a suggested donation of $25. Contact the office for more information.
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Alternate Ways to Get to the Downtown Synagogue!
Take the QLine - park along the route, hop on the train, and join us for Shabbat services and programs. We are only two blocks from the Grand Circus station! For more information about pricing, routes, and stations, visit their website. We are also located one block from the nearest MoGo station,
and can be reached by taking the
DDOT Woodward bus route.
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