Active lifestyles require nutrition to support your body; now snacks can be part of that healthy diet. Two women have introduced options for flavorful, fun snacks that have enough protein to fuel your active life. Energy Bars Triathlete and outdoors enthusiast Kellie Lee began researching clean eating as she sought new ways of fueling her…
Pictured above: Dr. Stephen D. Van Hooser Private research at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA, is about to achieve a turning point in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, epilepsy and Alzheimer’s. These diseases incrementally steal abilities most of us take for granted such as speech and motor skills. The university is poised…
Pictured above: Marc Prowisor is security project director of One Israel Fund. These two men are coming to the Valley in October to share their different perspectives, but similar passions, regarding the nation of Israel. ONE ISRAEL FUND Marc Prowisor is a security expert living in Israel’s Shiloh Region and has worked for the past…
September in Tucson brings many things I love: cooler temperatures permitting long walks in Sabino Canyon, intermittent rains that drench my garden and the Jewish holidays that kick off the new year. A sense of optimism, of new beginnings and opportunities, fills the air. In stark contrast, I began September with a horrendous car accident….
Pictured above: Susan and Nestor Guzman The Arizona Jewish Historical Society will honor Susan and Nestor Guzman with the 2018 Heritage Award. The Heritage Award is presented to individuals who have made an exceptional impact on our community through outstanding leadership, service and dedication. Together, this couple has enriched the Valley with over four decades…
As we ushered in year 5779, I became acutely aware (and particularly proud) of the work we do at the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix year round. It is our mission to strengthen and engage a vibrant Jewish community while providing for Jews in need here in the Valley, in Israel and around the world. We…
