Images of American Indians infused with the history and mythology of the American West have made John Coleman one of the nation’s most highly regarded contemporary artists. This exhibition, made possible by Frankie and Howard Alper, provides an unparalleled opportunity to examine the career of this pioneering painter, sculptor and influential teacher. It includes creations in charcoal, graphite, oil and bronze, plus some works in progress. Coleman is an award-winning member of the Cowboy Artists of America, a Fellow Member of the National Sculpture Society and a Signature Member of the California Art Club.
Museum Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Closed Monday
February 1 – March 7
What began as a fluke became a personal journey for Thelma Scudi. A self-trained artist from Tucson, Scudi works in cloth and mixed media and credits her talent to ability to see the wonder and beauty in spite of reality. In her description about her piece, Left Turn Lane #1, Scudi states, “I’ll be damned if I find myself standing in the Left Turn Lane, with a sign, at eighty.” The economic viability of older women, who may suddenly find themselves single, is the gist of the story.
Sunday, February 5: Artist’s Reception from 2 – 4 p.m.
The reception is free and open to the public.
JCC Fine Art Gallery Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday & Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays
All are welcome
Pickup Basketball Sun., Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 Early Play: 7-9:30 a.m. & Late Play: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 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. Information and registration: 480.481.7016 or sports@vosjcc.org.
Get Fit Super Sunday at The J at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale from 10 am- 2 pm. Families learn more about Purim through stories and crafts. Free and open to the community. 480-634-4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.
Family Yoga at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale from 12:30-1:30 pm. Age-appropriate yoga poses, animated breathing and soothing techniques awaken the inner-child of all participants in this light-hearted class for adults and children ages 5 and up. Open to adults without children and levels are welcome. Members are free. 480-481-7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.
Join CJSN members, family, volunteers, and friends for an afternoon at the Phoenix Zoo.
Discounted rate (members attend free).
Learn all about the variety of camp options Shemesh has to offer for summer fun, including cooking, art, theatre, science, engineering, sports and more! Sample camp activities and enjoy snacks and crafts. Meet the staff and tour the facility with its two indoor basketball courts, two heated pools, splash pad, climbing wall and more. Free and open to the community. For more information, contact 480.634.4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.
Sunday, March 26 at 2 pm
Percussion Ensemble: “Tommy Tom-tom and Chillin’ Willie Go to the Zoo”
Our old friends Tommy Tom-tom and Chillin’ Willie take a field trip to the
zoo. Join us and learn about the sounds of the animal kingdom.
Sunday, April 23 at 2 pm
Piano Trio and Friends: “Goldilocks and the Three Bears”
The Bear family was in an uproar. Enjoy this delightful retelling of the
classic tale composed by TSO violinist Michael Fan.
Sunday, May 21 at 2 pm
Flute Viola Harp Trio: “Pip and the Pirate”
It was graduation day at the Pirate Academy. Join us for this new musical
adventure by TSO violinist and composer Michael Fan.
A new experience designed to satisfy both the body and the soul!
This is an opportunity for individuals or families to make your own hamentaschen (take & bake). You will be provided with a set-up of dough, rolling pins, cutters, fillings, a disposable baking pan and instructions. Materials will also be available to make Shalach Manot bags and Purim greeting cards.
“Set-ups” are $18 each; individuals and families can “subscribe” for more than one set-up.
RSVP needed by Feb. 20.
Proceeds will be divided between the Tucson Community Food Bank, LEKET (the national food bank of Israel) and CAI’s Youth Programs. Feel the MITZVAH … DO the MITZVAH!