Overview
Welcome to Hadassah Greater Detroit, which includes members in Greater Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Toledo, Greater Pittsburgh and Greater Cleveland. We have 8,400 members, including a Nurses and Allied Health Professionals Council and an Attorneys and Judges Council. We are an active, engaged community who work together to further the lifesaving work of Hadassah’s hospitals in Israel and empower women in the US, Israel and around the world. Every year, we hold the Judi Schram Annual Meeting with a celebrity guest speaker, boutiques and a luncheon. Every November, we have a huge rummage sale that is always a successful team effort.
There are many fun, informative activities, book clubs, discussion groups and Zionism programs. We know you’ll connect with us and find your passions. We would love to include you as a member. Make sure we have your email address by providing it to midwest@hadassah.org. Join us today.
Message from the
Region President
Welcome to Hadassah Greater Detroit, one of the first Hadassah chapters in the country! We are a diverse group of women from Michigan, Northern Ohio and extending as far east as Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, and Wheeling, West Virginia. Our chapters offer a variety of programs and opportunities for engagement, connection and building lifelong friendships. We pride ourselves on making a difference in our local communities, Israel and the world at large through our support of the organization and commitment to tikkun olam.
Calendar of Events
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Revisiting Marjorie Morningstar: Book Discussion & Dinner
Greater Detroit
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Feb 10, 2025
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Feb 10, 2025
Join us to discuss a literary classic, Marjorie Morningstar by Herman Wouk. We will gather together to discuss the book, the differences between the book and the film, and enjoy a light dinner.
“Bonkers for Bingo” Virtual Musical Event
Greater Detroit
Eleanor Roosevelt
Feb 19, 2025
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Feb 19, 2025
Join us for an evening of professionally run virtual musical bingo with the Melody Makers. We will be featuring Jewish music, Motown music, and show tunes. Listen to great music and have fun winning prizes!
Hadassah Midwest Snowbird Reunion
Chicago-North Shore
Great Plains
Greater Detroit
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Feb 23, 2025
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Feb 23, 2025
Hadassah Midwest Snowbird Reunion is here again! Join old friends, make new friends, and celebrate Hadassah while being inspired by Dr. Karen Ezrine, Co-Chair of Bringing Israel to the U.S. and Hadassah International Philanthropy Liaison.
How to Build Positive Relationships with Dr. Diane Buffalin, PhD
Greater Detroit
Aviv
Mar 16, 2025
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Mar 16, 2025
Please join us as Dr. Diane Buffalin, PhD, discusses how we can build more positive relationships this year. Enjoy bagels, lox, and a shmear as we nosh and learn. She is a licensed psychologist and has a local private practice.
Annual Giving Appreciation Tea
Greater Detroit
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Apr 22, 2025
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Apr 22, 2025
Join us for an elegant afternoon tea in celebration of our Keepers of the Gate and Chai Society donors. Relax, sip, and discover the art of tea with Mary Jones, the owner of Intu Tea from the Eastern Market. Wear your finest tea attire!
Anything is Possible Midwest Conference
Chicago-North Shore
Greater Detroit
Great Plains
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Apr 25, 2025
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Apr 27, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with motivational speakers, vibrant workshops, and insightful conversations. Explore the possibilities, ignite your passion, and be empowered to break barriers with additional inspiring sessions featurin
2025 Book Club
Greater Detroit
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Mar 24, 2025
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Dec 8, 2025
five book discussions with book club facilitator Lauren Marcus Johnson, including “The Lion Women of Tehran” by Marjan Kamali, "Cave of Secrets” by Lynn Golodner, “The Goddess of Warsaw” by Lisa Barr, and “Like Mother, Like Mother” by Susan Rieger.
Ann Arbor
Aviv
Dorothy Slavin (Kalamazoo)
Eleanor Roosevelt
Greater Cleveland
Greater Pittsburgh
Health Professional Council
Lansing
Shoshanna
Tikvah
Tri County
Board Members
President
Fran Heicklen
Organization/Executive VP
Deborah Eber
Organization/Executive VP
Suzanne Lowe
Secretary
Louise Hacker
Treasurer
Arlene Rubinstein
Fundraising VP/Coor
Mandy Garver
Fundraising VP/Coor
Florence Grant
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Sandra Gruca
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Ruth Haberkornhalm
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Beverly Yost
Programming VP/Chair
Gail Caplan
Programming VP/Chair
Sue Korn
Education and Advocacy VP
Diane Brody
Education and Advocacy VP
Judith Goodman
Education and Advocacy VP
Marcie Rosen
Area VP/Advisor
Rochelle Parker
Past President
Carol Ogusky
Mail Facilitator
Diane Fogel
Mail Facilitator
Michele Israel
Public Affairs/Marketing/Comm. Chair
Rochelle Imber