From the Archives

Scenes from the Archives

Established in 1991, the Leonard N. Simons Jewish Community Archives documents the rich and varied history of Jewish Detroit

Mark Hauser

In Celebration of Sacred Work

Meet Mark R. Hauser: Community Leader, Fundraiser, Financial Steward, Legal Counsel, Opening Doors, Closing Deals. Listed among the best lawyers in the country. Recipient of Federation’s 2012 Butzel Award.

Prague Winter

Memoir on the World Stage

A Personal Story of Remembrance and War, 1937-1948 – a fascinating read from a woman on the world stage.

MSU Hillel at Belle Isle

Destination Detroit

MSU Hillel brings together a diversity of students to participate in service work with Detroit youth.

A young boy studies in two languages.

Benefits of the Bilingual Brain

Studies show that learning a second language at an early age improves listening and learning skill. Learn more.

Bookstock 2012

For People of the Books

Extremely literary and incredibly close. Bargains by the armload.

A man standing behind a sitting woman places his hand on her shoulder, an unwelcome attention that can be avoided.

From Macho to Mensch

Gender violence is not just a woman’s issue. Let’s talk about it.