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On the Rocks is a “dramedy” which opened in a few theaters on Oct. 2 (to be Oscar-eligible) and began streaming on Apple TV Plus on Oct. 23. Reviews were mostly favorable, with a few raves. But there were some thumbs-down by respected critics.

Rashida Jones, 44, co-stars as a wife who suspects her husband (Marlon Wayans) is cheating. Jones’ father (Bill Murray) insists they investigate. The supporting cast includes Jenny Slate, 38, and Barbara Bain, 89 (you might remember Bain as a co-star of Mission Impossible, the ’60s TV series. Most of her MI scenes were with the late Martin Landau, then her real-life husband).

The mockumentary comedy Borat (2006), starring Sacha Baron Cohen, 49, in the title role as an antisemitic reporter from Central Asia, was a huge hit. Cohen was determined that a sequel about current American events would be released before the election, and it was released on Oct. 23 on Amazon Prime. The new film (short tile: Borat Subsequent Moviefilm) finds Borat spoofing an array of conservative targets, includ-

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ing Mike Pence and Rudy Giuliani.

Several readers have asked me if any of the physicians who are developing vaccines for COVID-19, and/ or frequently appear on news programs to discuss COVID-19, are Jewish.

Dr. Tal Zaks, 54, is an Israel-born and trained oncologist who has been the chief medical officer for Moderna Therapeutics since 2015. He is the “point guy” on Moderna’s COVID19 vaccine development.

Dr. Peter Hotez, 62, is the director of the Texas Children’s Hospital Center for Vaccine Development. He frequently appears on MSNBC and CNN. He has been working with India on a COVID-19 vaccine.

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, 48, an internist, served as FDA commissioner from 20172019.

Dr. Irwin Redlener, 76, a pediatrician, is a pandemic expert at the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at the Earth Institute at Columbia University.

Dr. Steven Atlas, 65, a radiologist, joined the White House’s COVID-19 task force in August. His embrace of “herd immunity” and his disparagement of masks and social distancing have caused a firestorm of controversy.

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VIRTUAL NIGHTNOTES 7 PM, OCT. 30

Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings will present trombonist David Jackson with David Ammer on trumpet and James Libbie on the organ. For virtual concert tickets and info: mohan@ art-ops.org or 248-5592095.

FALL FAMILY OUTING 11 AM, NOV. 1

NEXTGen Detroit presents this event at Franklin Community Park, 32301 Franklin Road, Franklin. Cost $5, register by Oct. 29; Mimi Marcus, (248) 642-4260, mmarcus@jfmd. org. There will be a music class, story time, cider and donuts and a photo op with your cuties in the costumes they wore the day before. This event is intended for NEXTGen Detroit families with children up to age 3, but older siblings are welcome. This event is outdoors with participants spaced out in the park. All families must pre-register. Limit two adults per child. All participants over the age of 2 are asked to wear a mask, except when eating. Individual bags of snacks will be given to each family. Bring a blanket for the music class. Note: A Zoom link will be provided for those who don’t want to participate in person. If there is rain that morning, all registered families will be notified via email and receive a Zoom link to get together online.

LIMMUD MICHIGAN 11:30 AM-3 PM NOV. 1

This year, Limmud will be in the form of an efestival. Registration is $18. To view the program, visit emamo. com/event/limmud-michigan-efest. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/ limmud-miochigan-efestival-tickets-124633775979.

ELECTION AFTERTHOUGHTS NOON, NOV. 4

Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit and the Professional Advisory Committee of the Jewish Community Endowment Fund presents “The Day After the Election: Afterthoughts and Aftershocks.” Speaker: Nolan Finley, editorial page editor of the Detroit News. Cost for this virtual event: $18 donation to Federations 2021 campaign. Info: Susie Feldman, 248-203-1461, sfeldman@jfmd.org.

TORAH FOR OUR TIME NOON, NOV.4

Ohr Torah Stone in Israel will present a session of Ask the Rabbi. Under discussion with Rabbi Yoni Rosensweig will be “Halachah and Mental Health in the Era of COVID19.” Zoom link: ZOOM. US/J/9739742708.

DEVELOPING DETROIT 2-3:30 PM, NOV.4

The Jewish Historical Society presents “Opportunity Detroit: Dan Gilbert’s Impact on the City.” Join Jeffery Brown and Jessica White for a virtual experience discussing Dan Gilbert’s Rocket Mortgage Family of Companies’ business portfolio and Detroit’s Central Business District. Cost: $10 for members and $18 for non-members. Register by 9 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at info@ michjewishhistory.org or 248-915-1826. Instructions for joining the Zoom call will be sent the day before.

BLUES WORKSHOP 7-8:30 PM, NOV.4

The Ark in Ann Arbor will host a blues workshop with Jorma Kaukomen. Registration: $100 at ots.fm/ jklark. Sign on instructions will be given with registration.

CHILDREN’S LIT 7 PM, NOV. 5

The Michael and Elaine Serling Institute for Jewish Studies and Modern Israel at MSU will present Miriam Udel. She has created a translation of stories and poems for children, Honey on the Page. Her presentation is titled “Yiddish Children’s Literature and the Jewish 20th Century.” After registering, you will receive an email with information on how to join the meeting. Register at msu. zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJYrdemrpzMtHdMiCXu20qYySROclmxWtke.

FAMILY ROOM SERIES 8 PM, NOV. 5

This free, virtual event is sponsored by the Ark in Ann Arbor. It will feature Mustard’s Retreat live from the Ark stage. The event is free and may be viewed on the Ark Facebook page. Donations put in the “virtual tip jar” will go to support the Ark and the performers.

BOPPIN’ BINGO 7 PM, NOV. 7

Make it a night out with a Federation-sponsored outing for the whole family in the Shaarey Zedek parking lot and let the games begin: prizes, giveaways, local celebrity callers and sweet treats from the comfort of your car. $36 per car/family includes bingo, kosher treats and surprises. In addition to the cost of a ticket, families are asked to make a minimum $36 donation to the Federation’s 2021 Annual Campaign. Info: Karen at kaplan@jfmd. org or Jodi at feld@jfmd. org. Register by Oct. 30.

FALL FIX UP 9 AM, NOV. 8

Help rake leaves and winterize homes (outdoor only) of older adults served by Jewish Family Service. Drive-thru contact-less. Two ways: (a) All ages can report to Congregation Shaarey Zedek to receive supplies; (b) Young adults my report to B’nai David Cemetery, 9535 Van Dyke, Detroit. Register by Oct. 30. Info: 248-592-2261.

Compiled by Sy Manello/Editorial Assistant. Send items to calendar@ thejewishnews.com.