Youth and Family Events

From tots to teens and young adults, Congregation Shaarey Zedek offers fun, engaging programs and events to inspire connection, learning, and community for every age group!

You can see the full calendar of CSZ Programming HERE

April 2025

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, April 24th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, April 26th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Sunday Religious School

Sunday Religious School

Sunday, April 27th
9:30 AM
Our amazing in-person classes will occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for grades Pre-K – 7 in our spacious and modern... Learn More

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Sunday, April 27th
10:00 AM
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for... Learn More

Religious School

Religious School

Tuesday, April 29th
5:00 PM
Tuesday afternoon classes are offered for Grades 3 – 7. These weekly classes are in-person and will run from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. beginning with a kosher... Learn More

May 2025

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, May 1st
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Shabbat on Bell Road: Israel Edition

Shabbat on Bell Road: Israel Edition

Friday, May 2nd
5:30 PM
We are thrilled to invite everyone to CSZ’s beautiful Shabbat on Bell Road, as we celebrate Israel for Yom Ha’atzmaut! Join us for a lively childrens’ service at 5:30 PM with special guest Caitlin Klaper, a... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, May 3rd
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Sunday Religious School

Sunday Religious School

Sunday, May 4th
9:30 AM
Our amazing in-person classes will occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for grades Pre-K – 7 in our spacious and modern... Learn More

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Sunday, May 4th
10:00 AM
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for... Learn More

White & Blue 2: Yom Ha’Atzmaut at the Zoo

White & Blue 2: Yom Ha’Atzmaut at the Zoo

Sunday, May 4th
6:00 PM
Last year, we roamed, we roared and we celebrated—and it was a wild success! In 2025, we’re marking Israel’s 77th Independence Day by returning for... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, May 8th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, May 10th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, May 15th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

B’Yachad Lag Ba’Omer: Mini Retreat for 3rd – 6th Graders

B’Yachad Lag Ba’Omer: Mini Retreat for 3rd – 6th Graders

Friday, May 16th
4:00 PM
3rd – 6th graders, B’Yachad (together), come join us for an authentic Lag Ba’Omer retreat. Spend the evening hanging out with friends and doing traditional “camp-y” activities: •  ... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, May 17th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Shabbat Lego Club

Shabbat Lego Club

Saturday, May 17th
10:30 AM
Elementary-aged kiddos are invited to join in on a Jewish-themed Lego Club on Shabbat at CSZ! We'll build some amazing projects, have snack, and enjoy... Learn More

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Sunday, May 18th
10:00 AM
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for... Learn More

Religious School Open House

Religious School Open House

Sunday, May 18th
1:00 PM
Join us for an Open house to learn all about CSZ Village Religious School! Come for an afternoon of fun where you will meet our... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, May 22nd
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, May 24th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, May 29th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, May 31st
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

June 2025

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Village Tots Baby and Me Class

Sunday, June 1st
10:00 AM
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, June 5th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, June 7th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, June 12th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, June 14th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, June 19th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, June 21st
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday

Thrilling Thursday

Thursday, June 26th
10:00 AM
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm... Learn More

Family Shabbat Experiences

Family Shabbat Experiences

Saturday, June 28th
10:00 AM
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly... Learn More

Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, April 24th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, April 26th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...
Sunday Religious School
Sunday, April 27th @ 09:30 AM
Southfield
Our amazing in-person classes will occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for grades Pre-K – 7 in our spacious and modern Berman Learning Center. Each Sunday begins with a bagel breakfast and our day of learning features fun Hebrew language learning, creative Judaic art projects, student-centered...
Village Tots Baby and Me Class
Sunday, April 27th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for songs, movement, instruments, bubbles, and so much more. No registration required, free and open to the community- join in on the fun! We’ll laugh, dance,...
Religious School
Tuesday, April 29th @ 05:00 PM
Southfield
Tuesday afternoon classes are offered for Grades 3 – 7. These weekly classes are in-person and will run from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. beginning with a kosher dinner. Student learning periods feature Hebrew language learning, T’filah (prayer) leadership, holiday learning, tzedakah projects, and occasionally, our students join our congregational minyan! 
Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, May 1st @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, May 3rd @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...
Sunday Religious School
Sunday, May 4th @ 09:30 AM
Southfield
Our amazing in-person classes will occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for grades Pre-K – 7 in our spacious and modern Berman Learning Center. Each Sunday begins with a bagel breakfast and our day of learning features fun Hebrew language learning, creative Judaic art projects, student-centered...
Village Tots Baby and Me Class
Sunday, May 4th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for songs, movement, instruments, bubbles, and so much more. No registration required, free and open to the community- join in on the fun! We’ll laugh, dance,...
White & Blue 2: Yom Ha'Atzmaut at the Zoo
Sunday, May 4th @ 06:00 PM
Royal Oak
Last year, we roamed, we roared and we celebrated—and it was a wild success! In 2025, we’re marking Israel’s 77th Independence Day by returning for a private evening at the Detroit Zoo. Join us as we come together for an unforgettable community celebration! Dress in your favorite white and blue...
Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, May 8th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, May 10th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...
Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, May 15th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
B’Yachad Lag Ba’Omer: Mini Retreat for 3rd – 6th Graders
Friday, May 16th @ 04:00 PM
Southfield
3rd – 6th graders, B’Yachad (together), come join us for an authentic Lag Ba’Omer retreat. Spend the evening hanging out with friends and doing traditional “camp-y” activities: •    Bonfire •    Camp style crafts •    Archery •    Learning session w/ Rabbi •    Scavenger Hunt •    DIY tent building competition
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, May 17th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...
Shabbat Lego Club
Saturday, May 17th @ 10:30 AM
Southfield
Elementary-aged kiddos are invited to join in on a Jewish-themed Lego Club on Shabbat at CSZ! We'll build some amazing projects, have snack, and enjoy time hanging out with other kids from the congregation and community. Parents are welcome to join Shabbat Morning Services in the Sanctuary. We'll all reunite...
Village Tots Baby and Me Class
Sunday, May 18th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Introducing…. Village Tots- CSZ’s Baby and Me class for our youngest learners. Join Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 11/19 and 12/17 at 10am for songs, movement, instruments, bubbles, and so much more. No registration required, free and open to the community- join in on the fun! We’ll laugh, dance,...
Religious School Open House
Sunday, May 18th @ 01:00 PM
Join us for an Open house to learn all about CSZ Village Religious School! Come for an afternoon of fun where you will meet our dedicated staff and clergy, hear from current parents and get a glimpse of our past school year. Plus, children can dive into hands-on Jewish learning...
Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, May 22nd @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, May 24th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...
Thrilling Thursday
Thursday, May 29th @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join morah Lindsay Mall for a Rhythm and Ruach class, with songs, gross motor activity and more! The community is welcome to join us. We suggest a $5.00 donation per family per...
Family Shabbat Experiences
Saturday, May 31st @ 10:00 AM
Southfield
Join us every Shabbat morning in the Brodsky Tikvah Chapel and Berman Educational Wing for Shabbat Family Experiences- CSZ's Shabbos Youth Programming. We have Shabbat friendly crafts for all ages, a fun and educational circle time with prayers and familiar Jewish songs, Shabbat snack, and coffee for grown ups. Parents are...

Curriculum

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. 

Staff

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.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.