SIMPLY WELL FOR WOMEN
The Tucson Jewish Community Center in partnership with Gloria “Gigi” Dunn, M.D. and Kathleen Mueller, M.D. presents the first Simply Well for Women program on Oct. 8 and 9. This two-day educational experience for women runs from 9 am-5 pm on both days. Simply Well for Women is designed to offer guidance about your choices and how they directly influence your physical and emotional wellness, and about how to implement an individualized approach to change. Your $500 tuition allows you and a young woman of your choice to attend this two-day program. For tickets visit tucsonjcc.org or simplywellproductions.com.
DESIGN & LIFESTYLE MARKET
Barbara’s Picks has declared October Love Your Home & Lifestyle Month. From 10 am – 4 pm on Oct. 15, more than 30 design and lifestyle vendors will assemble at Allstate Appliances, 15250 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale to showcase their products and services. Known as Barbara’s Picks, each of these vendors are hand selected by Barbara Kaplan, an industry advocate and one of the Valley’s leading interior designers. Throughout the event there will be drawings for amazing prizes, including a grand prize valued at more than $1,000. For more information, visit barbaraspicks.com.
BRANDEIS FALL OPENING EVENT
The Brandeis National Committee will hold its Opening Fall Event on Oct. 19 at noon at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 6360 N Campbell Ave., Tucson. Please bring hotel toiletries, personal-care items, new socks and underwear for children, teens and women to benefit Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse. For $39 per person, you have a choice of filet mignon, salmon or veggie pasta; plus entertainment featuring Crystal Stark and Khris Dodge. tucsonbnc.org.
PIZZA IN THE HUT!
Celebrate Sukkot with music, art, pizza dinner, special homemade dessert and more from 5:30-7 pm on Oct. 20 at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Kosher dietary laws observed. Member families are $25; non-member families are $40 per family, up to five people. Additional family members are $8 per person. For more information, contact 480-634-4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.
NOWGEN HOSTS HAPPY HOUR
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix’s NowGen young Jewish adults for happy hour from 6-8 pm at Boondocks Patio & Grill, 4341 N 7th St., Scottsdale on Oct. 20. Engage, network, have fun and learn about JDC Entwine! For more information, visit Upcoming Events at facebook.com/nowgenphx.
BENEFIT FOR ANIMAL RESCUE
Allstate Insurance at 14144 N 100th St., Scottsdale, which is independently owned and operated by agent Robert Harris, hosts an open house and fund raiser for Foothills Animal Rescue on Oct. 22 from 9 am-1 pm. The Harris Agency will offer free windshield chip repair, free document shredding and free refreshments with any donation to or adoption from Foothills Animal Rescue. Also on hand will be Scottsdale police and fire department to talk about personal and fire safety. “As a full-service insurance agency, we are a one-stop shop for all insurance and financial needs, and we enjoy giving back to our community, such as the Foothills Animal Rescue,” Harris says. For information contact the Allstate office at 480-342-8146.
NESHAMA CARLEBACH AT THE FOX
A leading superstar in Jewish entertainment, Neshama Carlebach continues the legacy established by her father Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Like her father, Neshama’s talent and charisma captivate and endear her to people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds. Neshama Carlebach will perform Oct. 29 with the Glory to God Singers, led by Reverend Milton Vann– a true interfaith musical event at 7:30 pm, Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W Congress, Tucson. Neshama has performed and taught in cities worldwide, has sung on the Broadway stage, has sold more than one million records and was a six-time entrant in the 2011 Grammy Awards. Tickets: $25-$50. For more information, contact 520-547-3040 or foxtucson.com.
BAGELS OVER BERLIN
In advance of Veterans Day, “Bagels Over Berlin,” a new documentary celebrating Jewish veterans of the Army Air Corp who contributed to the Allied victory in World War II, will premiere on Oct. 30 at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Director Alan Feinberg will participate in a post-screening question and answer session with the audience. “Bagels Over Berlin” will be shown free of charge by the Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival and Bureau of Jewish Education. To reserve advance tickets, visit bjephoenix.org or call 480-634-8050.
TUBAC ART AND GIFTS AT THE ARIZONA INN
Tubac Art and Gifts is concocting a Pop-Up Gallery on Oct. 31, 3-9 pm at the Arizona Inn, 2200 E Elm St., Tucson. Come dressed as you are or dressed as you aren’t, but be prepared for shockingly good art: paintings, mesquite furniture, pottery, glass and jewelry. The first 100 to register will receive a complimentary adult beverage. Call Jen at 575-640-6569 for details. If you want to stay the night at the Arizona Inn, mention Tubac Art and Gifts Halloween Party for a 10% discount. tubacartandgifts.com.
