Curt treats the blank page as a mini-theater, a place where narratives unfold as a drawing takes shape. From a group of random forms, what once appeared to be a pillow on a bed may prove to be a valiant knight, saving a child from monsters.
Let’s Be Strong & Single Thurs., Sept. 1 | 10-11 a.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 This informative workshop helps middle-age, newly single women find confidence and begin the next fabulous chapter of their lives. Presented by Reverse Cinderella and A+ Resumes & Career Coaching. Free. Reservations recommended. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
August 26, 2016 | 7:30pm
Music From Five Centuries with Elmira Darvarova – violin and Howard Wall – French Horn. A US premiere by Stephen Brown, four Arizona premieres, Bach, Mozart & more.
September 1, 2016 | 7:30pm
Dvorák’s Masterworks. String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 97 and Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81. David Ehrlich, Katherine McLin – violins, Nokuthula Ngwenyama, Katharina Kang – violas, Jan Simiz – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano.
September 2, 2016 | 7:30pm
Romantic Journey. Shmuel Ashkenasi, David Ehrlich – violins, Katharina Kang – viola, Thomas Landschoot – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano, performing four romantic pieces, Op. 75 by A. Dvorak and Piano Quintet Op. 1 in C minor by E.V. Dohnányi. An Arizona premiere, Sonoran Storm for solo viola, by Nokuthula Ngwenyama, performed by the composer.
Music & Me! A parent and child music class every Friday morning at the EVJCC. Taught by Hannah Creviston, Assistant Professor of Music at ASU, she uses an innovative curriculum to aid in developing musical potential of young children ages newborn through 18 months.
On select Fridays at 11am, enjoy music, a Shabbat lunch and a featured program. Get into the spirit of Shabbat and enjoy the friendship and fellowship of others. Advance registration required. To RSVP call 520-299-3000 or register at tucsonjcc.org. $15 per person; please pay more if you can, less if you can’t.
Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. $25 per family (2 adults & up to 4 children). Additional adults $10 per person. RSVP by Aug. 29.
August 26, 2016 | 7:30pm
Music From Five Centuries with Elmira Darvarova – violin and Howard Wall – French Horn. A US premiere by Stephen Brown, four Arizona premieres, Bach, Mozart & more.
September 1, 2016 | 7:30pm
Dvorák’s Masterworks. String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 97 and Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81. David Ehrlich, Katherine McLin – violins, Nokuthula Ngwenyama, Katharina Kang – violas, Jan Simiz – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano.
September 2, 2016 | 7:30pm
Romantic Journey. Shmuel Ashkenasi, David Ehrlich – violins, Katharina Kang – viola, Thomas Landschoot – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano, performing four romantic pieces, Op. 75 by A. Dvorak and Piano Quintet Op. 1 in C minor by E.V. Dohnányi. An Arizona premiere, Sonoran Storm for solo viola, by Nokuthula Ngwenyama, performed by the composer.
Bring the kids, ages 3 to 14, to the Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics Center where they’ll get to enjoy an exciting evening of gymnastics, dance, organized games, sports, jumping in a bounce house and on trampolines, obstacle courses, and then wind down the evening by watching a movie. The Kids’ Night Out is from 6 to 10 p.m. Cost is $30 per child with a $5 off sibling discount. Pizza, snacks and drinks are included. Advanced registration is required. $5 fee for same-day registration. There’s also easy online registration.
August 27, 2016 | 7:30pm
Music From Five Centuries with Elmira Darvarova – violin and Howard Wall – french-horn.
A US premiere by Stephen Brown, four Arizona premieres, Bach, Mozart & more.
September 3, 2016 | 7:30pm
Romantic Journey, Shmuel Ashkenasi, David Ehrlich – violins, Katharina Kang – viola, Thomas Landschoot – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano, performing four romantic pieces, Op. 75 by A. Dvorák and Piano Quintet, Op. 1 in C minor by E.V. Dohnányi. An Arizona premiere, Sonoran Storm, for solo viola by Nokuthula Ngwenyama, performed by the composer.
September 4, 2016 | 3:00pm
Dvorák’s Masterworks. String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 97 and Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81. David Ehrlich, Katherine McLin – violins, Nokuthula Ngwenyama, Katharina Kang – violas, Jan Simiz – cello and Teresa Ehrlich – piano.
Pickup Basketball Sundays, Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 Early Play: 7:00-9:30a.m. & Late Play: 9:30 – 11:30am Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Gather your friends and family for a great game of organized pickup basketball. Adults 18+. Free to J members; $10 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7016 or sports@vosjcc.org.