Adat Shalom Synagogue

Big Questions Beit Midrash - Topic #2: Justice
2026-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Big Questions Beit Midrash is a shared space for adults to grapple with
complex issues facing American Jewry through Jewish texts and ideas. Is asking
big questions good for the jews?
You have answers… We have questions! Join Rabbi Blair Nosanwisch and Rabbi
Michael Langer during this 4 part series. Each session will explore a
different topic.
Dates: December 9, February 24, April 28, and June 16
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12681

Mind Aerobics Cognitive Training Class
2026-03-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Keeping our cognition strong is so important as we get older, as all of us
notice slight changes as we age. Adat Shalom is excited to partner with Jewish
Family Service to host a Mind Aerobics cognitive training class. Mind Aerobics
classes give your **brain a workout** based on over a decade of research from
the New England Cognitive Center (NECC). Classes are fun and interactive, and
they challenge six critical cognitive functions with increasing speed and
difficulty as sessions progress. Key areas challenged in each class: Memory
Training – Reaction Time – Visual Spatial Skills – Attention & Concentration –
Language -Problem Solving. Classes can help slow cognitive decline and
maintain or even improve your cognition.
*Classes start March 10 – 2x a week for 12 weeks
Tuesday and Thursday from 1 to 2pm at Adat Shalom
Fee: $180 (25% discount for members) $240 non-members
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/13990

Tof Me’od Drum Circle with Hazzan Gross
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Step into the joy of rhythm in a vibrant, welcoming space where the focus is
simple: have fun! A drum circle is not only about making music; it is about
laughing, connecting, and feeling the shared pulse that lifts everyone up.
Rhythm naturally strengthens community, eases stress, sparks creativity, and
helps each person discover their own inner voice.
_No experience needed._ Just bring your enthusiasm, an open heart, and be
ready for a little ruach, and a whole lot of joy! Drums provided. Space is
limited
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14513

How to Seder? Passover Learning & Dinner
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Join Rabbi Bergman, Hazzan Gross, Rabbi Nosanwisch for How to Seder?
* Explore the Passover narrative’s influence on Jewish values.
* Unpack the meaning of Passover’s dietary laws
* Experience the rituals of the Seder
* Reimagine the seder with new symbols and meaningful questions.
After dinner while the adults are learning. There will be a supervised kids’
activity.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14740

Qigong - Tai Chai Principles - Breath - Mind-Body Training
2026-04-15 17:00 - 18:15 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Stillpoint Warrior Movement class with Stillpoint Acupuncture and Healing Arts
Unleash your inner warrior and cultivate profound inner peace and strength in
this unique in-person class led by (https://www.acupuncturestillpoint.com/warrior/class). This class
combines the ancient practice of Qigong with the dynamic power of mace club
swinging, breath work and meditation to create a transformative experience for
both body and mind.
Focus on your wellness while supporting Warrior Movement by beginning where
your body and mind are asking for support.
(1) Physical and Internal health
(2) stress and emotional support
(3) movement and resilience
Warrior Movement was created to support active duty service members, veterans,
and first responders by Eran
Pay-what-you-can (donations support the Warrior Movement program). Veterans
and first responders attend free.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15314

Big Questions Beit Midrash
2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

Big Questions Beit Midrash - Security
2026-04-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Join Rabbi Nosanwisch and Rabbi Langer during Big Questions Beit Midrash to
explore SECURITY…
* Where do you feel safe vs. unsafe?
* How do we balance safety with freedom?
* Whose safety counts?
* Is feeling safe the same as being safe?
Big Questions Beit Midrash is a shared space for adults to grapple with
complex issues facing American Jewry through Jewish texts and ideas.
Is asking big questions good for the jews? You have answers… We have
questions!
Future date (different topic) June 16
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12681

Big Questions Beit Midrash - Security
2026-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Join Rabbi Nosanwisch and Rabbi Langer during Big Questions Beit Midrash to
explore SECURITY…
* Where do you feel safe vs. unsafe?
* How do we balance safety with freedom?
* Whose safety counts?
* Is feeling safe the same as being safe?
Big Questions Beit Midrash is a shared space for adults to grapple with
complex issues facing American Jewry through Jewish texts and ideas.
Is asking big questions good for the jews? You have answers… We have
questions!
Future session: Identity on June 9 (new date)
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/12681

Chesed Fest - May 17
2026-05-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Where chesed (kindness) happens!!! Everyone who wants to be a mensch and
volunteer is welcome to help the Chesed Committee…
* braid a challah to donate and one to take home
* pack baby bags
* make food for Shabbat deliveries
Future fest dates: May 17
Organized by the (https://adatshalom.org/affiliate-groups-
programming/chesed/)
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15561

Tikkun Leil Shavuot - The Best Jewish Jokes
2026-05-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Join the clergy for **The Best Jewish Jokes: & What They Reveal About Us
**Tikkun Leil (Night of Learning) on Erev Shavuot. Why has humor always been
such a central part of Jewish culture?
From the shtetl to modern life, Jewish jokes have helped us make sense of the
world. We’ll uncover the insights they offer about Jewish values, history, and
the art of laughing through life.
**_What are you favorite Jewish jokes? You are invited to share your favorite
joke along with the clergy’s favorites_**.
Mincha service (including Synagogue Thrival Kit Celebration of learning
Learning and sharing jokes along with tasty dessert
Ma’ariv service
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15342

Tof Me’od Drum Circle with Hazzan Gross
2026-06-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Step into the joy of rhythm in a vibrant, welcoming space where the focus is
simple: have fun! A drum circle is not only about making music; it is about
laughing, connecting, and feeling the shared pulse that lifts everyone up.
Rhythm naturally strengthens community, eases stress, sparks creativity, and
helps each person discover their own inner voice.
_No experience needed._ Just bring your enthusiasm, an open heart, and be
ready for a little ruach, and a whole lot of joy! Drums provided. Space is
limited
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15440

Big Questions Beit Midrash - Topic #4: TBD
2026-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

Qigong - Movement - Mind & Body
2026-06-24 17:00 - 2026-08-26 18:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

New Moon
2026-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
The New Moon renews us and all of Israel! Join Rabbi Blair Nosanwisch and
Jackie Victor or an embodied ritual space welcoming the energy of each new
month in the Jewish calendar.
Future dates: November 6, December 4,February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June
4
Complimentary and open to the community.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16548

Tof Me’od Drum Circle with Hazzan Gross
2026-08-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Step into the joy of rhythm in a vibrant, welcoming space where the focus is
simple: have fun! A drum circle is about making music, connecting, and feeling
the shared pulse that lifts everyone up. Rhythm naturally strengthens
community, eases stress, sparks creativity, and helps each person discover
their own inner voice.
_No experience needed._ Just bring your enthusiasm, an open heart, and be
ready for a little ruach, and a whole lot of joy! Drums provided. Space is
limited
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16112

Back to Shul Shabbat
2026-08-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Join us at Adat Shalom for our Back 2 Shul event! We will sing Shabbat songs,
enjoy a yummy Shabbat dinner, make a craft, and have a synagogue scavenger
hunt — fun for the whole family.
Presented by Adat Shalom’s Jewish Family Life Committee
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16436

From Évian to The Dominican Republic: From Historical Discovery to Global Educational Action
2026-09-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Hugh’s research about the 1938 Évian Conference led him to the Dominican
Republic, the only nation to offer a haven to Jewish refugees following the
conference. His work has evolved into the creation of the International
Student Educational Leadership Forum in Évian France.
Hugh’s engaging presentation combines historical facts, photographs, personal
experiences, and stories from nearly a decade of work preserving this
remarkable chapter of Jewish history through the creation of Sosua75 in the
Dominican Republic.
The program, presented in memory of Baver’s parents, longtime Adat Shalom
members Howard and Ruth Baver, will explore remembrance, moral courage and how
individual curiosity can lead to meaningful educational change.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16916

From Évian to The Dominican Republic: From Historical Discovery to Global Educational Action
2026-09-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Hugh’s research about the 1938 Évian Conference has evolved into an
international educational initiative in the Dominican Republic, the only
nation to offer a haven to Jewish refugees following the conference. His
engaging presentation combines historical facts, photographs, personal
experiences, and stories from nearly a decade of work preserving this
remarkable chapter of Jewish history through the creation of Sosua75 in the
Dominican Republic.
The program, presented in memory of Baver’s parents, longtime Adat Shalom
members Howard and Ruth Baver, will explore remembrance, moral courage and how
individual curiosity can lead to meaningful educational change.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16916

Tof Me’od Drum Circle with Hazzan Gross
2026-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Step into the joy of rhythm in a vibrant! A drum circle is about making music,
connecting, and feeling the shared pulse that lifts everyone up. Rhythm
naturally strengthens community, eases stress, sparks creativity, and helps
each person discover their own inner voice.
_No experience needed._ Just bring your enthusiasm, an open heart, and be
ready for a little ruach, and a whole lot of joy! Drums provided. Space is
limited
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16455

Building your Jewish Joy - Building your joy in Chanukah!
2026-11-11 18:30 - 20:30 | 29901 Middlebelt Rd 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Enhance your Jewish knowledge and learn how to adapt traditions to fit modern
needs.
Each session features learning co-facilitated by Adat Shalom clergy and Hillel
Day School Educators & a cooking demonstration with Julie Ohana, LMSW of
Culinary Art Therapy.
Childcare provided upon request.
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/16688

Building your Jewish Joy - Building your Joy in Shabbat & Havdalah
2027-01-13 18:30 - 20:30 | 29901 Middlebelt Rd 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

Building your Jewish Joy - Building your joy in Passover
2027-04-07 18:30 - 20:30 | 29901 Middlebelt Rd 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills

Building your Jewish Joy - Building your joy in Shavuot
2027-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | 29901 Middlebelt Rd 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
