“No Place on Earth” brings to light the untold story of 38 Ukrainian Jews who survived World War II by living in a system of deep caves for 18 months, the longest-recorded uninterrupted underground survival in recorded history. Based on interviews with former cave inhabitants and the caving expert who uncovered the story, the docudrama is an extraordinary testament to resourcefulness, willpower and endurance against all odds.
While mapping out the largest cave system in Ukraine in the 1990s, explorer and investigator Chris Nicola discovered evidence that five Jewish families spent nearly a year and a half in the dank, pitch-black darkness of the Verteba Cave and Priest’s Grotto to escape the Nazis. Nicola joined with director Janet Tobias to film the incredible story of human survival.
This free event is open to all and includes a PJ Library Program, Israeli picnic, art contest for kids, Israeli music and folk dancing. For more informa- tion, visit jfsa.org.
Anat Cohen and Trio Brasileiro are pure joy. Cohen has always felt a deep connection to the musical traditions of Brazil—an influence readily apparent in her compositions. Following the release of a second recording, Cohen and Trio Brasileiro are touring the world performing music that celebrates the rich and varied culture of Brazil blended with her ebullient brand of jazz.
7-9 pm: The Rosen Lecture – Bridging Through Water
There will be a fascinating lecture, Israel as an Innovator in Water Management and Technology, presented by Dr. Sharon Megdal, director of the University of Arizona Water Resources Research Center. RSVP to jfsa.org/rosenlecture.
Our program will include the installation of Board and Officers and the Awards Ceremony. Appetizers will be served from 5:30-6pm. The dinner and meeting will be from 6-8pm. RSVP to Nali Nabers at 520-299-3000 ext 212 or nnabers@tucsonjcc.org by May 1
Please join us as we raise our glasses and toast
L’Chaim!
To our Endowment Book of Life Signers and LIFE & LEGACY™ Donors
Featuring
Rabbi Steven Z. Leder
You Matter to the Jewish Story!
Hors d’oeuvres, drinks and dessert
Dietary Laws Observed ~ No Solicitation of Funds
RSVP by Wednesday, May 3rd to rrabinovich@jcfphoenix.org or at 480.699.1717
Rabbi Steven Z. Leder is Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple, a prestigious synagogue in Los Angeles with three campuses and 2,400 families. He is the author of The Extraordinary Nature of Ordinary Things and More Money Than God: Living a Rich Life Without Losing Your Soul. His sermon on capital punishment was included in an award winning episode of The West Wing. Rabbi Leder contributed a chapter to Charles Barkley’s book Who’s Afraid of a Large Black Man? In it Rabbi Leder discussed the connections between economics, religion and racism. He is now at work on his third book about the blessings of pain, tentatively titled Weeds Bring Yellow Birds. Newsweek Magazine named him one of the ten most influential rabbis in America but to him what is most important is that he’s Betsy’s husband and Aaron and Hannah’s dad. He is also a Jew who likes to fish –go figure.
Come explore your integrated place in nature with award-winning wildlife artist and writer Beth Surdut, creator of the illustrated Listening to Raven stories and The Art of Paying Attention NPR radio series. Hone your perception through workshop exercises and sharing of stories in the classroom and outdoors in Agua Caliente Park. Ages 12 and up.
Shabbat Rocks! Service & Family Shabbat Dinner at Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Road, Tucson from 5:30-8 pm. Shabbat dinner at 5:30 pm of kosher chicken and sides (vegetarian upon request). Then an energetic, musical Shabbat service for the whole family at 6:30 pm, featuring the Avanim Rock Band, followed by dessert oneg. All are welcome; please RSVP for the dinner. Dinner is $12/adults, under 13 free. 520-327-4501 or mila@templeemanueltucson.org.
Family fun out on the ranch – Temple Emanu-El’s annual Lag Ba’Omer Picnic and Bonfire (hot dog roast, kosher beef or veggie), chips, sodas, fruit, eegees; horses, games (bring baseball gear, frisbees, etc), activities for kids, then Havdallah, songs, music, huge bonfire, marshmallow roast. All are welcome. Please RSVP by 5/10.