WORLD RENOWNED AUTHOR, LECTURER and
GOLD REMI AWARD-WINNER for BEST DOCUMENTARY 2015 at the INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL,
SPEAKING at the JEWISH LEARNING CENTER, at CHABAD OF SCOTTSDALE and at KITCHEN18 ON SHAVUOT –MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Rabbi Manis Friedman, world-renowned author, counselor, lecturer and philosopher will be lecturing over Shavuot, May 23-25, 2015 at the JLC & Chabad of Scottsdale. Shavuot, one of the most important events on the Jewish calendar, is a two-day holiday commemorating the giving of the Five Books of Moses on Mount Sinai. The three day event will include lavish dinners and three grand buffet lunches as well as an evening of fine wine & tasty Hors d’Oeuvres. These inspiring events will excite everyone in attendance with a sense of purpose and direction.
Rabbi Friedman is a noted Biblical scholar, recognized for his lucid explanations of Jewish mysticism. He uses ancient wisdom and modern wit as he captivates audiences around the country and around the world. Rabbi Friedman is a professionally ranked member of the National Speakers Association. His speaking tours take him to every part of this country as well as Israel,England, The Netherlands, South Africa, Australia,Brazil, Venezuela, Peru,Canada, and Hong Kong. In 1971, he founded Bais Chana Institute of Jewish Studies in Minnesota, the world’s first yeshiva exclusively for women, where he continues to serve as dean.
Rabbi Friedman has been the subject of articles in the New York Times, Rolling Stone, Seventeen, Guideposts, Insight, Publisher’s Weekly and others. He hosts his own critically acclaimed cable television series, Torah Forum with Manis Friedman, syndicated throughout North America. Over 200,000 copies of his provocative yet entertaining tapes, both audio and video have been sold.
Rabbi Friedman’s first book, DOESN’T ANYONE BLUSH ANYMORE?, published by Harper San Francisco in 1990, was widely praised by the media. Following the publication of the book, he was featured internationally in over 200 print articles, and interviewed on more than 60 television and radio talk shows. He has appeared on CNN, A&E Reviews, PBS, and BBC Worldwide. From 1984-1990 he served as simultaneous translator for the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s televised talks.
In addition to winning best documentary at international film Festival in Houstonin April 2015, Friedman has also been a consultant for and is featured in the highly provocative film “Patterns of Evidence”
Rabbi Friedman was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia in 1946 and immigrated with his family to the United Statesin 1950. He received his rabbinic ordination from the Rabbinical College of Canada in 1969.
The Jewish Learning Center is located at 10213 N. Scottsdale Rd.
For more information and reservations phone 480 998 1410,
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Shavuot commemorates the anniversary of the day G-d gave the Torah to Moses and the Israelites at Mount Sinai. It is the third of the pilgrim festivals on the Hebrew calendar. (The others are Sukkot and Passover)
Traditions on Shavuot include all-night study of the Torah and hearing the 10 Commandments. It’s also traditional to eat dairy meals.
What is Torah Studies?
Torah Studies is a weekly text-based Torah study program offered in 275 cities on six continents. Torah Studies was founded in 2004 to provide instructors with well-researched, in-depth classes on the weekly Torah portion. Torah Studies enables students of all backgrounds to gain a true appreciation of cardinal Jewish beliefs and practices.
The Torah Studies Experience
In each session, the Torah Studies student encounters a multi-sensory learning experience including a mix of Jewish texts, discussions, learning activities, illustrative anecdotes, visual aids, and digital multimedia. Jewish texts are weaved together to deepen the student’s understanding of a profound new Torah insight. Lessons focus on contemporary topics of Jewish interest, including personal, social, political, and economical issues. Student textbooks contain readings carefully selected from the entire gamut of Jewish literature including traditional and modern sources. The Torah Studies instructor acts as the guide-on-the-side, rather than the sage-on-the-stage, utilizing modern pedagogic techniques to revolutionize a tradition of classical Jewish learning.
Shearim Torah High School for Girls will hold its annual fundraising event at 7 pm on May 27 at the Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N Central in Phoenix.
This year’s event will honor Debbie and Ezra Zilcha for their outstanding service to the school and the community, president Arlene Glaser reports.
During the Legacy of Life dinner there will be a raffle for a San Diego vacation and an art auction.
Tickets for this year’s event are $125 and may be purchased by contacting the Shearim office 602-324-3406.
www.shearimhighschool.org
Members of the Desert Cactus Chapter of the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework are busy putting final touches on the 2015 Convention, being held for the first time in the Valley. Over 100 women from states such as Georgia, Michigan, New York, Nevada and more will be joined by members from as far away as Calgary for “Desert Journeys,” May 30-June 2 at the Hilton Phoenix/Mesa in Mesa.
The keynote speaker on May 31 will be Marcie Lee, a well-respected teacher and child development consultant. Her topic will be “Juicy and Seedy: The Pomegranate in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish Art.” The remainder of the time will be filled with 32 workshops offering 25 different classes.
Dietary laws will be followed at all meals.
For additional information, visit pomegranateguild.org
Women’s Circle of East Valley Chabad presents its 3rd Annual Summer Garden Party honoring Alice Fierstein
Pollack Center for Jewish Life – 875 N McClintock Dr., Chandler, AZ 85268
$36.00 – semi-formal attire – raffle, prizes, entertainment.
RSVP to 480-855-4333 or rywelner@gmail.com
(no camp July 3)
All children 2- to 6-years-old are welcome! Enjoy water play, story time, creative movement, playground time, singing with a music specialist, arts & crafts, and weekly guests (with animals, art, instruments, theatre, movement, puppets and more). Secure facility with modern, park-like shaded playground. Snacks provided. M-F; Full days 9:00am – 3:00pm; Half days 9:00am – 12:30pm. Before/After Care 8:00-9:00am and/or 3:00-4:00pm daily for $6 per child, per hour. Call for pricing and space availability. (Discounts offered for CAI members.) For more information, contact Lynne Falkow-Strauss at 520-745-5550 or lynne@caiaz.org
June 1
Music of World War II with guest speaker Dr. Sheldon Winkler.
Sponsored by Hadassah Valley of the Sun Chapter, at 10 am at Temple Chai, 4645 E Marilyn Rd., Phoenix.
No charge.
RSVP to Froma Goldberg, 480-563-2221 or froma24@yahoo.com