248-357-5544 | csz.info@shaareyzedek.org
248-357-5544 | csz.info@shaareyzedek.org
Discover engaging adult enrichment events at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, offering learning, connection, and inspiration through classes, discussions, and unique programs for all interests!
You can see the full calendar of CSZ Programming HERE
Saturday, November 1st
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, November 1st
9:30 AM
Join us in honoring our community's veterans during Shabbat morning services. A moving tribute to those who have served our country with courage and dedication....
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Saturday, November 1st
12:00 PM
Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may plan appropriately, please register below, no...
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Sunday, November 2nd
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Sunday, November 2nd
1:00 PM
Experience this gripping theatrical performance that traces the journey of a Nazi photo album from anonymous donation to New York's Holocaust Museum. A profound story...
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Monday, November 3rd
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Tuesday, November 4th
11:00 AM
Join Rabbi Aaron Starr of Congregation Shaarey Zedek and Father Chris Yaw of St. David's Episcopal Church for this fascinating and unique online learning opportunity...
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Tuesday, November 4th
6:00 PM
Welcome to Journeys! This is an introduction to Judaism class taught by Rabbi Yoni Dahlen, the CSZ clergy, and guest instructors. Whether you’re interested in...
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Tuesday, November 4th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Thursday, November 6th
6:30 PM
Join the men of CSZ for an evening of live music, craft beer, hearty barbeque, and good company in the Zevi Davidson Sukkah. Eli Green...
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Saturday, November 8th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, November 8th
12:00 PM
Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may plan appropriately, please register below, no...
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Sunday, November 9th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, November 10th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Tuesday, November 11th
11:00 AM
Join Rabbi Aaron Starr of Congregation Shaarey Zedek and Father Chris Yaw of St. David's Episcopal Church for this fascinating and unique online learning opportunity...
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Tuesday, November 11th
6:00 PM
Welcome to Journeys! This is an introduction to Judaism class taught by Rabbi Yoni Dahlen, the CSZ clergy, and guest instructors. Whether you’re interested in...
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Tuesday, November 11th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Wednesday, November 12th
7:00 PM
Experience Ethiopia’s rich culinary history paired with the piquant flavors of Israel when Sisterhood-sponsored cookbook author Beejhy Barhany is featured at Jewish Book Fair. Acclaimed...
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Friday, November 14th
6:00 PM
Don’t miss this special weekend of learning, prayer, and conversation with leading American Zionist Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue. Session Topics are:...
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Saturday, November 15th
8:30 AM
Don’t miss this special weekend of learning, prayer, and conversation with leading American Zionist Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue. Session Topics are:...
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Saturday, November 15th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, November 15th
12:00 PM
Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may plan appropriately, please register below, no...
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Saturday, November 15th
7:00 PM
Take a musical trip back to the 80s and 90s with performances and conversation. Gary Graff -- editor of 501 Essential Albums of the 80s...
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Sunday, November 16th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, November 17th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Monday, November 17th
10:45 AM
Father Chris Yaw returns to the Coffee House to present, “A Complicated Relationship: The Jewish State in the Eyes of Mainline Christians Today.” Enjoy coffee,...
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Monday, November 17th
7:30 PM
Moms of CSZ- join us on Monday November 17th at CSZ for a fun evening of art and community. We’ll have wine, nosh, and create...
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Tuesday, November 18th
11:00 AM
Join Rabbi Aaron Starr of Congregation Shaarey Zedek and Father Chris Yaw of St. David's Episcopal Church for this fascinating and unique online learning opportunity...
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Tuesday, November 18th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Saturday, November 22nd
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, November 22nd
12:00 PM
Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may plan appropriately, please register below, no...
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Sunday, November 23rd
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, November 24th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Monday, November 24th
6:00 PM
As we mark Thanksgiving week, Congregation Shaarey Zedek is pleased to participate in Lift Up Southfield's interfaith evening of gratitude. CSZ members are strongly encouraged...
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Tuesday, November 25th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Saturday, November 29th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, November 29th
12:00 PM
Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may plan appropriately, please register below, no...
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Sunday, November 30th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, December 1st
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Tuesday, December 2nd
6:00 PM
Welcome to Journeys! This is an introduction to Judaism class taught by Rabbi Yoni Dahlen, the CSZ clergy, and guest instructors. Whether you’re interested in...
Learn More
Tuesday, December 2nd
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
Learn More
Saturday, December 6th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, December 6th
9:30 AM
Is prayer outdated … or perhaps more to the point, is our method of praying outdated? The prayer service as we know it was designed...
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Sunday, December 7th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, December 8th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Tuesday, December 9th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Saturday, December 13th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Sunday, December 14th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
Learn More
Monday, December 15th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
Learn More
Tuesday, December 16th
6:00 PM
Welcome to Journeys! This is an introduction to Judaism class taught by Rabbi Yoni Dahlen, the CSZ clergy, and guest instructors. Whether you’re interested in...
Learn More
Tuesday, December 16th
6:30 PM
Thank you to those who have already indicated interest in learning Hebrew at CSZ! We’re ready to launch our new Hebrew Learning Groups beginning Tuesday,...
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Wednesday, December 17th
5:00 PM
Celebrate Chanukah in a BIG way this holiday season as the entire Jewish community gathers for the Maccabeats in concert! They will bring their exciting...
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Saturday, December 20th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Saturday, December 20th
6:30 PM
Join us once again for the time-honored tradition of Chinese food and a movie, in the spirit of the Chanukah season! We’ll light the menorah,...
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Sunday, December 21st
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, December 22nd
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
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Saturday, December 27th
9:00 AM
Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join us in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based on traditional and contemporary commentaries on...
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Sunday, December 28th
9:30 AM
CSZ Village Religious School provides a comprehensive and values-driven Jewish education, fostering intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a strong sense of community among students and...
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Monday, December 29th
10:15 AM
Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable directly to Jim Berk at...
Learn More
Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:
Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community.
Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland.
Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life.
Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity).
Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers.
Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers.
Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum.
We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.
