Calendar

Jul
31
Sun
Summer Film Series at Congregation Anshei Israel @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Jul 31 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Free and open to all! Enjoy a movie, popcorn and lemonade and the pleasure of spending a few, cool moments in the shadow of each other’s presence. Stay after each showing for a casual discussion of the film.

July 10 • The Fiddler on the Roof

July 17 • Marjorie Morningstar

July 24 • The Dybbuk

July 31 • The Jazz Singer

August 7 • The Pawnbroker

For more information, call Michelle at 520-745-5550, ext. 225 or visit www.caiaz.org

Aug
19
Fri
NEW! Cong. Anshei Israel “Rhythm and Ruach” Family Shabbat Service and Dinner @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Aug 19 @ 5:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Help us create a new song! As we transition into the “Rhythm of Shabbat,” we will begin our service with a “Drum Circle” – we supply the instruments, you bring the rhythm! Percussion instruments will be available for all who wish to participate. Then we’ll share Shabbat dinner, followed by Open Lounge in the Youth Center with games and fun. Come celebrate Shabbat with ruach (spirit) and your congregational family!  Dinner $25 per family (two adults & up to 4 children) and/or adults (13+) $10 per person. RSVP needed by Aug. 15.

Aug
21
Sun
Cong. Anshei Israel Welcome Back Party & Open House @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Aug 21 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

There’s no place like home… there’s no place like CAI! This “Wizard of Oz”-themed event will allow current synagogue members to see old friends after the summer break and make new ones, as well as let those interested in learning more about CAI get acquainted. Clergy, school directors, staff and affiliate group representatives will be on hand to answer questions about the synagogue, its services, schools, programs and gift shop. Learn about our award-winning Preschool/Kindergarten, Religious School & USY programs and ask about our FREE membership program that includes High Holy Days tickets.

Lunch is included and there will be fun activities for all ages (Witch’s jumping castle, Glinda the Good Witch “bubble” balls (requested $1 donation to benefit USY), Twister (get it?), and more. Watch “The Wizard of Oz,” get silly with props in our rainbow backdrop (bring your camera!), and play our CAI/OZ Trivia Contest… you could win a great prize!

IT’S ALL FREE, but we ask that attendees participate in our Mitzvah Project to benefit HOPE Animal Shelter (friends of Toto!). EACH PERSON: PLEASE BRING AS YOUR ADMISSION TO THE EVENT

  • Authority, Trader Joe’s, Fancy Feast or Kirkland brands dry or canned dog/cat food, or;
  • Dog/cat toys, or;
  • Laundry detergent, bleach or dish soap

RSVP by August 12 and be entered in a raffle; winner will be drawn at the party.

Sep
16
Fri
Cong. Anshei Israel Family Shabbat Service and Dinner @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Sep 16 @ 5:45 pm – 8:30 pm

This interactive and upbeat Shabbat celebration for families incorporates fun-spirited melodies and family-themed activities. We’ll share Shabbat dinner, followed by Open Lounge in the Youth Center with games and fun. Come celebrate Shabbat with ruach (spirit) and your congregational family!  Dinner $25 per family (two adults & up to 4 children) and/or adults (13+) $10 per person. RSVP needed by Sept. 12.

Sep
24
Sat
Cong. Anshei Israel Selihot Program & Service @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Sep 24 @ 8:00 pm – 11:15 pm

The evening includes a wine, cheese and dessert reception; Havdallah program “Areshet S’fateinu … May the Words of our Lips … Translating Prayer into Song”; the changing of the Torah covers and a moment to honor our Minyan; followed by the opening service to the High Holy Days, Selihot, at 10:00pm. No charge; however, reservations are requested by Sept. 19.

Aug
26
Sun
‘Hummus! The Movie’ @ East Valley JCC
Aug 26 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

“Hummus! The Movie” is a documentary that explores the unifying power of this Middle Eastern dish through the stories of three hummus makers:  a Muslim woman, a Christian man and an Orthodox Jew.

The film is part of an Israeli movie series held at the East Valley JCC, 908 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. Admission is free, donations are appreciated.

Reservations: 480-897-0588 or [email protected].

Click here for full Israeli movie schedule.

Dec
2
Sun
Israeli Film: ‘My Home’ @ East Valley JCC
Dec 2 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

In this documentary, filmmaker Igal Hecht explores Christian, Muslim, Druze and Bedouin communities in Israel to discover how these minorities feel about their place within the modern State of Israel.

The film is part of an Israeli movie series held at the East Valley JCC, 908 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. Admission is free, donations are appreciated.

Reservations: 480-897-0588 or [email protected].

Click here for full Israeli movie schedule.

Feb
12
Tue
Fresh Perspective: Supporting Jews With Special Needs @ Congregation Or Tzion
Feb 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

“Special Needs” – “Disability” – “Inclusion” – so many ways to describe individuals in our community who have differences. Come hear what those words mean to a mother of a young adult, a disability agency, and an individual. Rabbi Nate Crane will moderate a panel through which these speakers can tell their stories sharing what support means to them in both the secular and Jewish communities. Learn how best to help in various situations and get involved in a way that makes sense to you.
Panelists Amy DL Hummell of Gesher Disability Resources, Sharon Landay, and Barton. Facilitated by Rabbi Crane of Congregation Or Tzion and Hagigah.

 

 

 

Feb
24
Sun
Gesher watches Hava Nagila @ Harkins Shea 14
Feb 24 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival and Gesher Disability Resources present Hava Nagila the movie.

FREE TO ATTEND
SENSORY-SENSITIVE SCREENING OF THIS HILARIOUS DOCUMENTARY

“IT’S NOT JUST A SONG, IT’S AN EVENT,” OFFERS JOSH KUN, ONE OF THE ACADEMICS WHO SPEAKS ON THE MYSTERY, HISTORY AND MEANING OF “HAVA NAGILA.”

Aug
17
Sat
Red Rocks Music Festival @ Paradise Valley United Methodist Church
Aug 17 @ 7:30 pm

Piazzolla- the Genius of Tango
Elmira Darvarova, Grammy Award Nominated Concert Violinist, Howard Wall, French Horn, New York Philharmonic and Thomas Weaver, Concert Pianist.

Tickets: General Admission: $36, Child, (under 14) admission: $14.

For advertising information, please contact [email protected].