Through May 10
“Art of Paying Attention” Exhibit at Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Road, Tucson. Illustrator and write Beth Surdut displays her nature-inspired illustrations accompanied by true stories. bethsurdut.com.
Through May 30
“Groovin’ Together: Artists of the Many Hands Courtyard and the Tucson Artist Cooperative.” See page 88.
May 1
ShinShinim Appreciation. See page 78.
May 2
Congregation Anshei Israel’s Adult and Youth Choirs. See page 78.
JFCS Aleinu – A Laughing Matter at Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale from 2-5 pm. Experience the incredible and unbelievable health benefits of laughter while you learn. Presented by JFCS and Acadia Healthcare. $25. For information, contact Jessica Levin at 480-694-8377 or [email protected].
May 2 & 16
JBN Networking Lunch at Mimi’s Café, 8980 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale from noon-1:30 pm. Join Jewish Business Network of Arizona members and their guests gather for lunch, education and networking. jbnaz.org.
May 3
Survival of a Nation – Exploring Israel through the Lens of the Six Day War. See page 78.
Corner Office: Lessons from Jewish Business Leaders at The Phoenix Plaza, 2909 N Central Ave, Phoenix from 5:30-8 pm. Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix Business & Professionals Group to network with business leaders and gain insight from key executives in local business. $36 professional; $18 student. Includes cocktails and appetizers. Dietary laws observed. Register by May 1 at jewishphoenix.org/corneroffice.
May 4
Bear down beat cancer see page 89.
May 7
Yom Ha’atzmaut – Celebrating Israel at Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale from 10 am-5 pm. Live entertainment, activities, food, exhibits and more. Contact Shahar Edry at [email protected].
Israel Celebration – Family Fun Day. See page 78.
Anat Cohen and Trio Brasileiro at the MIM. See page 88.
“No Place on Earth” Movie Premiere. See page 53.
The Rosen Lecture – Bridging Through Water. See page 78.
May 9
JCF Celebrates Life & Legacy Partners. See page 88.
Documentary Film Screening at the Arizona Jewish Historical Society, Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E Culver St, Phoenix from 7-9:30 pm. Watch the film “Inventing Our Life – The Kibbutz Experiment.” Free. Please RSVP to [email protected].
May 10
An “Art of Paying Attention” Workshop at Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Road, Tucson from 8-11 am. Hone your perception through workshop exercises and sharing of stories by Beth Surdut in the classroom and outdoors. $15 ($10 members). 520-615-7855 or apm.activecommunities.com.
May 12
Singles Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah with Project Jewish Love from 7:15-10:15 pm. For singles age 40 and older. For more information, contact [email protected].
May 13
Lag B’Omer Picnic and Bonfire. See page 78.
May 14
Why is the Media Confused about Israel? See page 78.
May 15
CAI’s 86th Annual Meeting & Awards Fiesta at Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson at 6 pm. Mexican dinner followed by a meeting with reports from Board of Trustees, the year in review, election and installation of officers and Board of Trustees, plus special volunteer/tribute awards. No charge to attend, but RSVP needed by May 10. 520-745-5550 or caiaz.org.
May 17
Celebration of Heritage Concert at The Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Road, Tucson at 6:30 pm. The concert features a tribute to Nat King Cole. $10 for non-members and $9 for members of The J. 520-299-3000 or tucsonjcc.org.
Par-Tee with the J! “Caddyshack” Style. See page 80.
May 19
ShabbatLuck (Shabbat potluck dinner) with Schmooze Singles & Couples (30s & 40s). Event starts at 7:30 pm though feel free to join for services at 6:15 pm. For location, additional details and for the RSVP link, visit Facebook.com/azsschmooze.
May 21
Special Needs Community Bowling at Let it Roll Bowl, 8925 N 12th St., Phoenix from 1-3 pm. Join Gesher Disability Resources (formerly the Council For Jews With Special Needs) for an afternoon of bowling. Discounted group rate (members free). Contact Rachel Corcos at 520-850-6583 or [email protected].
Handmaker Lecture at Handmaker, 2221 N Rosemont Blvd, Tucson from 3:30-5 pm. Join three Tucson community Rabbis: Rabbi Yossi Shemtov, Rabbi Thomas Louchheim and Rabbi Robert Eisen for a disussion on how they find and connect to God every day and in the everyday.
Free. RSVP to Nanci Levy at 520-322-3632 or [email protected].
“My Hero Brother” – Film and Q&A with filmmaker Yonatan Nir. See page 78.
May 22-23 & 24-25
Arizona Theatre Company Auditions. See page 89.
May 23
Singles Meet and Mingle with Project Jewish Love from 6-8 pm. For singles age 40 and older. For more information, contact [email protected].
May 24
Yom Yerushalayim Program at Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson at 7 pm. Annual observance to celebrate the anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem. No charge to attend, but RSVP requested by May 22. 520-745-5550 or caiaz.org.
May 30
Tikkun Leil Shavuot: A Guide to the Evening of Shavuot at Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson at 7 pm. Annual program to observe the celebration of the anniversary of the day Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. Includes service, dairy dinner, two study sessions, dessert and the reading of the Book of Ruth. $8 per person to attend dinner; no charge for service, study sessions & dessert. Reservations required by May 24. 520-745-5550 or caiaz.org.
