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Events

JGN has monthly meetings to discuss issues, plan events, learn, celebrate holidays and more.  JGN is a platform for initiating programs and a marketing channel for programs already in development.  Your participation is welcomed and encouraged!

Please contact us to subscribe to the JGN e-mail list.

Two local publications also serve as excellent resources for events and information:
The Detroit Jewish News
Between the Lines

Ongoing

JGN Family & Friends group meets the first Tuesday of every month at the West Bloomfield Jewish Community Center Library (6600 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield) from 7-9pm. Topics vary from month to month. This is a gathering of people who have family or friends who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or who are questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity. Join us as we offer support, share our experiences, and learn about the issues impacting the LGBTQ and allied community.

Latest

  • Group Meeting

  • Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00 PM
  • Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit
  • The Jewish Gay Network (JGN) Family and Friends will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 3, in the library at the Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit, 6600 W. Maple Road in West Bloomfield . The program will include a viewing of "Ask Not" and a discussion following.

  • Carol Leifer: "Meet and Greet"

  • Thursday, November 12 at 8:15 PM
  • West Bloomfield JCC
  • Carol Leifer, author of When You Lie About Your Age, The Terrorists Win will be our guest at the JGN "Meet and Greet" before her program for the 58th Annual Jewish Book Fair. Tickets are $18 per person, and refreshments will be served.
  • Carol's career as a stand-up comedian started in the 1970s, in college. In the 1980s she was discovered by David Letterman and has performed many times on the Late Night With David Letterman show, as well as other shows and venues. She has also written many TV scripts, including The Larry Sanders Show, Saturday Night Live and Seinfeld.
  • For information or to purchase tickets, please call Judy Lewis, at 248-432-5661 or email jlewis@jccedet.org.

  • A Havdallah Happening

  • Saturday, November 14th at 7:00 PM
  • To All Simcha Alumni
  • Call Judy Lewis for details. (248) 432-5661, or email jlewis@jccdet.org.

  • Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Carol Leifer Meet and Greet has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to providing other opportunities to come together in community.

Check back soon for more events!

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