Participate in one of Judaism’s most beautiful and meaningful festivals. Share great dialogue, family participation; supervised children’s play; traditional dinner by Handmaker Catering. CAI Members: adult $45; child $30; Non-members: adult $55; child $40; College & military $37. Reservations due by Apr. 18. Seating is limited.
Please join Schmooze (singles and couples in their 30s and 40s) to celebrate the start to summer with a pool party and a BBQ on Sunday, May 22. The event will be hosted at a private home near Central Avenue and Thomas Road. Note that we will not be having children in attendance at this event due to no fencing around the pool. This event is in partnership with AVIV of Arizona (http://www.avivaz.com). While there is no cost to attend, participants are asked to bring something to grill or a side dish. Schmooze and AVIV will provide burger buns, some side dishes, soft drinks, and water. Parking information and a specific address will be e-mailed to everyone who RSVP’s through the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YV3ZRY5
You can find more details and also let us know if we should be on the lookout for you through the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/990469827734946) or Meetup event page (http://www.meetup.com/azschmooze/events/230774165).
Please join Schmooze for a Havdallah event on Saturday, June 11. The event will be hosted at a private Frank Lloyd Wright home in Phoenix near 12th Avenue & Bethany Home Road. Note that we will not be having children in attendance at this event due to no fencing around the pool in the back yard. This event is in partnership with AVIV of Arizona (http://www.avivaz.com/). There is no cost to attend. Schmooze and AVIV will provide drinks and refreshments though you are of course welcome to bring something if you wish.
Parking information and a specific address will be e-mailed to everyone who RSVP’s through the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NW2RNBJ
You can find more details and also let us know if we should be on the lookout for you through the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/267278320290856) or Meetup event page (http://www.meetup.com/azschmooze/events/231439271).
We look forward to introducing you to other singles and couples in their 30s & 40s as well as to our AVIV of Arizona friends for this fun-filled evening!
Enjoy a traditional Shabbat dinner with family and friends at CAI (with linens, china plates and silverware!). Served family-style: roast chicken (vegetarian option upon request), vegetables, sweet kugel, salad and dessert. (Seating will be assigned.) CAI members: adults (ages 13+) $14; children $8; guests: adults $18, children $12. RSVP needed by July 13.
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.
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.
It’s back! After a several year hiatus, Schmooze is proud to bring the Phoenix area a large ShabbatLuck (Shabbat potluck dinner) event in North Phoenix (at Temple Chai) for an evening of food, friends, and fun. Please read the details and RSVP at http://evite.me/VvRrJZWPCb. Please also sign up for an item to bring on the event wall.
Feel free to join Temple Chai (Reform) for its Shabbat service at 6:15 PM with other ShabbatLuck members. We will mix and mingle in one of the social halls after the service around 7:30 PM with dinner served around 7:50 PM. If you are unable to join us for services, you can still show up for the dinner. If you do attend the services, feel free to drop off potluck items first.
You can also check out the periodic updates on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1814486558789166.
We hope you can join us on November 18th for this Schmooze (30s & 40s) event!
Please join Schmooze to celebrate the start to summer with a pool party and a BBQ on Saturday, June 3. The event will be hosted at a private home near Central Avenue and Thomas Road. Note that we will not be having children in attendance at this event due to no fencing around the pool. This event is in partnership with AVIV of Arizona (http://www.avivaz.com). While there is no cost to attend, participants are asked to bring something to grill or a side dish. Schmooze and AVIV will provide burger buns, some side dishes, soft drinks, and water.
Parking information and a specific address will be e-mailed to everyone who RSVP’s through the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/527X3TP.
We look forward to introducing you to other singles and couples in their 30s & 40s as well as to our AVIV of Arizona friends for this fun-filled afternoon/evening!
Jewish Family & Children’s Service presents its Monday Movie Matinee featuring the 1979 film, “The Frisco Kid” starring Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford.
The event will take place on April 9 at 12:30 p.m. at the Bureau of Jewish Education on the Ina Levine Jewish Community Center Campus, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
Also starring Ramon Bieri, Val Bisoglio and George DiCenzo, this Robert Aldrich-directed film follows a Polish rabbi who wanders through the Old West on his way to lead a synagogue in San Francisco.
Max McQueen, former film critic for the East Valley Tribune, will host a discussion session following the film.
There is no charge but RSVPs are required; please send to [email protected]. The matinee is open to senior adults (60+).
Come have fun preparing, cooking, and eating while getting an opportunity to learn kitchen fundamentals. This is truly a delicious class! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, your kids will learn how to make a kosher side and may be able to help you in the kitchen this year! * Ages 5-12.