Enjoy Shabbat morning services with Shaarey Zedek clergy followed by lunch and Miriam’s session, “How to encounter Jewish texts using the Miriam Anzovin method.” In this workshop, Miriam will walk participants through her unique 4-step method of encountering Jewish texts in a dynamic, engaging, and personal way. This is the method she uses in her own learning and in creating her viral TikTok videos. After teaching these steps and sharing how students can utilize them in their own learning, she will “give over” a text in her distinctive and funny style. This session is shomer Shabbat-friendly.

This Scholar-in-Residence Shabbat with Miriam Anzovin is generously supported by Gretchen & Ethan Davidson

Miriam Anzovin is the creator of the “Daf Reactions” and "Jewish Lore Reactions" video series on social media. She shares her authentic reactions to Jewish learning, with commentary both heartfelt and comedic, putting ancient discourse in direct communication with modern internet culture. Miriam's work invites others to connect with Jewish teachings in ways that resonate personally with them. Register here.

Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat led by Rabbi Ariana Silverman, Rabbi Yoni Dahlen and Rabbi Jeff Stombaugh, followed by a Kosher vegetarian dinner and Miriam’s session, "Jewish learning as Jewish identity." In this session, Miriam will speak openly about how her life experiences as a formerly Orthodox woman, and now secular Jew, led her to deep emotional engagement with Jewish text study. She will discuss her spiritual journey, Daf Yomi, the genesis of her viral TikTok videos, and being a “Talmud Influencer” in the public eye. Questions/ discussions with the audience are key elements of this program. This session includes videos.

This Scholar-in-Residence Shabbat with Miriam Anzovin is generously supported by Gretchen & Ethan Davidson

Miriam Anzovin is the creator of the “Daf Reactions” and "Jewish Lore Reactions" video series on social media. She shares her authentic reactions to Jewish learning, with commentary both heartfelt and comedic, putting ancient discourse in direct communication with modern internet culture. Miriam's work invites others to connect with Jewish teachings in ways that resonate personally with them. Register here.

Join us for a night of creativity and connection as we turn pieces of our colored windows into stunning resin poured mezuzahs! Create your own masterpiece and bring home a piece of Downtown Synagogue history with you. Register here

This event is intended for young adults age 21-39.

Young adult programming at Downtown Synagogue is generously supported by Lisa Applebaum.

This year’s Tu B’Shvat seder will be an evening of community, ritual, and honoring the natural world. Offered in partnership with Adamah Detroit, The Well, Repair the World Detroit, and Congregation T'Chiyah. Register here!

Bring your kiddos and come learn the art of baking challah with IADS master baker Emily Levine. Emily will guide us through making, braiding and baking challah from scratch. Geared toward families with kids ages 6 and under. $5 per family. Register here

Join us and Hillel of Metro Detroit for a partnership Shabbat at the Downtown Synagogue! Featuring ice cream sundaes. 

Young adult programming at Downtown Synagogue is generously supported by Lisa Applebaum.

Glide into the new week with us with dinner and Havdallah, followed by a fun evening of ice skating at the Campus Martius Rink! Register here.

$10 per person includes dinner, rink admission, and skate rental.

For young adults ages 21-39.

Young adult programming at Downtown Synagogue is generously supported by Lisa Applebaum.

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

Join us for our Annual Meeting where we will vote in our new Board members and discuss other synagogue business. Following the Annual Meeting, we'll celebrate an early Hanukkah together over a vegetarian potluck lunch, a game of dreidel, entertainment, and activities for kids. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share - IADS will bring the latkes.

Register here!

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

The spooky season isn't over yet! Join us at the Downtown Synagogue for the thrilling Yiddish cinema classic, The Dybbuk, a film that will leave you with goosebumps! Co-hosted by Congregation T'chiyah, & JHSM.

Register here

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

Join us at the Downtown Synagogue for our annual Simchat Torah service and celebration featuring Torah reading, dancing in the streets, food, and drinks! Register here

Join us for sukkah decorating, dinner, and Shabbat evening services... in our sukkah on the roof! Register here

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

Join us for an afternoon meetup at Franklin Cider Mill! Satisfy your sweet tooth with fresh donuts & apple cider while enjoying the beautiful atmosphere. All ages are welcome.

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

Join us for Shabbat on the Roof! Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by dinner.

Join us for our 3rd annual Block Party to celebrate the completion of our long-awaited roof deck and the naming of the building in honor of Samantha Woll z''l. We will have food, live music, activities for kids and more! Registration will close on Friday, August 23rd. Walk-in registration will be available on the day of the event.

Please make sure to register children as well as all adults attending.

This event is free and open to the Metro-Detroit Jewish community.

Register here.

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Come welcome Shabbat and gather for a movie at New Center Park! We’ll do kiddush & motzi and then watch Barbie (rated PG-13) as part of the New Center Park’s Free Friday Night Movie Series. Register here!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join us for in-person Shabbat services! We'll celebrate this months birthdays and anniversaries in our community. Following services, we'll enjoy kiddush and lunch!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join the Downtown Synagogue as we bring in Havdallah together at the Lincoln Street Art Park! We will sing songs, roast marshmallows, and bring in the new week! Register here.

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!

Join us for our weekly gardening at Eden Gardens!