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By Debra Rich Gettleman “In a perfect world,” explains Bert Castro, President and CEO of the Phoenix Zoo, “We…Ukraine’s Jewish President warns, ‘this might…
As the Russian military pushes ahead with its offensive on Ukraine, Ukraine’s president, Vladimir Zelensky tells European leaders that “it…Tikkun Olam Top Ten
ANDI MINKOFF By Shannon Levitt Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the word “testing” has generally called to mind…Two of the 203 hostages have been released!
@jewishbreakingnews is reporting that two of the 203 hostages have been freed. They are American’s Natalie and Judith Raanan, from Evanston, Illinois. They were visiting family for their grandmother’s 85th birthday. They are being transferred through Egypt and will be flying into USA soon. A source told US media that the two are being released…
Or Tzion congregant on the Gaza border
Dr. Neil Farber, congregant of Or Tzion Congregation in Scottdale, is putting his medical skills to use in Gaza. This week, Dr. Farber flew to Israel to volunteer as a medic at the Gaza Border. Senior Rabbi of Or Tzion, Rabbi Andy Green posted the following on Facebook: Arizona Jewish Life salutes Dr. Farber for…
StandWithUs Selects Area 2023-24 for its Campus and High School Programs
StandWithUs (SWU), a 22 year-old international non-partisan education organization that supports Israel and fights antisemitism is pleased to announce the local students participating in the 2023-24 Kenneth Leventhal High School Internship and the Emerson Fellowship. StandWithUs High School Leventhal Interns: Dana Ozer, and Noa Ozer at Chapparel High School; Aviv Melman, Basha High School and Zoe Miller, Saguaro High School StandWithUs…
Chicken & White Bean Chili Soup
Ingredients: 2 small or 1 large onion(s), diced 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cans (4 oz. each) diced green chilies 4 cloves garlic 2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. oregano 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. cloves 3 cans (14.5 oz. each) chicken broth (lower sodium if possible) 4 cups pulled rotisserie chicken 2 to 3 cans…
Black bean chili with frozen rasberries
black beans frozen rasberries canned diced tomatoes onion red bell pepper chipotle peppers cumin chili powder optional toppings: limes, cilantro, plain Greek yogurt (if not vegan) Aside from being delicious, this chili is packed with nutrition! It has protein and fiber-rich black beans, lots of veggies, and of course, frozen raspberries. Frozen raspberries are a great…
DAIRY FREE Easy Blender Thai Pumpkin Soup
Ingredients 1/2 large onion, peeled, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste 1 15oz can pure pumpkin puree 1 tablespoon minced ginger root 1 large garlic clove, peeled, chopped 1 cup vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk 2 slices of your favourite plain or whole-grain…
Tucson JCC announces new Dir. of Teen engagement, Davis Hubbell
This summer, the Tucson J community welcomed a familiar face in a new and exciting role: Davis Hubbell, a native of Tucson and an alum of Tucson J programs, was appointed as the J’s new Director of Teen Engagement. With a rich tapestry of experiences spanning from artisan bakeries in Vail, CO., and San Diego…
Zioness movement CEO, Amanda Berman to speak at Tucson’s Weintraub Israel Center
Come hear Todd Rockoff, Tucson J President and CEO in conversation with Amanda Berman (she/her), Zioness Founder and Executive Director. Zioness is a coalition of Jewish activists and allies who are unabashedly progressive and unapologetically Zionist. Zioness fights for the advancement of social, racial, economic, environmental and gender justice in America. They are also committed…
JFCS to Exhibit at “Mental Health Symposium 2023: Demystifying the Science of Mental Health”
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Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), a leading nonprofit organization in Maricopa County, is proud to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the “Mental Health Symposium 2023: Demystifying the Science of Mental Health.” The event will take place on from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, October 21, at Chandler City Hall and is…
Dana West, Outreach Coordinator/ ADVS to speak at Local Jewish War Veteran’s meeting
Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 (JWV) will welcome Dana West, Central Arizona Outreach Coordinator for the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (ADVS) as its Sunday, November 19th featured speaker. The meeting takes place in the Poolside building at Oakwood Country Club 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd in Sun Lakes. A “Meet & Greet,” with…