Aqua Zumba is perfect for those
looking to make a splash by adding
low-impact, high-energy aquatic
exercise to their fitness routine. There
is less impact on your joints during
an Aqua Zumba class so you can
really let loose. Water creates natural
resistance, which means every step is
more challenging and helps tone your
muscles. Join Colin out at the pool for
this one-hour class. Drop ins welcome.
Sundays, 11 am
Session 1: April 3-24
Session 2: May 1-22
$48/$40 member
Pool
The Israel Center invites the community to celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center. The blue-and-white, beach-themed party includes live music, Israeli folk dancing, Israeli Wishes Wall, Israeli Scouts IDF exhibit, backgammon tournament, entertainment, activities, BBQ and treats. The event also features a special screening of the movie “Follow Me: The Yoni Netanyahu Story” at 2 pm. This event is free and open to the community.
Bring the kids for this free family celebration of Israel’s 68th birthday! On Sunday, May 15, the Weintraub Israel Center celebrates Israel with a special first-time ever children-centered event, Yom Huledet L’Yisrael (Happy Birthday Israel). The festivities will take place from 1:30-4:00 pm in the Tucson Jewish Community Center’s ballroom, 3800 E River Rd, Tucson, with birthday party games, crafts and, of course, birthday cake and presents. For more information contact 520-577-9393 or jfsa.org.
BookTalk features Paper Love by Sarah Wildman. This is the story of looking for the woman Sarah Wildman’s grandfather left behind. The book, with its recounting of sometimes frustrating, exhausting, and contentious research efforts, ultimately is a memorial to one Holocaust victim’s fate. 3-4:30 pm at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Event is free, but please RSVP to phoenixhsa.org/book-talk
Vero Amore is partnering with the Weintraub Israel Center to bring you Tucson’s first Israeli Celebrity Chef Dinner. Chef Orli Varon Shushan, Chef Maya Klein, Chef Yael Shamir and Chef Sahar Refael are among Israel’s most famous chefs and all are from Tucson’s Partnership2Gether region of Kiryat Malachi and Hof Ashkelon. These award-winning chefs will create a four-course vegetarian gourmet dinner based on the vibrant flavors of Israel. $75/person. Kosher meals are available upon request. RSVP to 520-577-9393 or jfsa.org.
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Supervised-bid play and learn with ACBL-accredited teacher and certified director Maddy Bloom. Earn master points in a friendly atmosphere. Games include mini-lesson, light refreshments and incentives for returning players. $10 per player. For information and reservations, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext. 7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Afternoon Duplicate Games have been suspended until the Fall and will resume after Labor Day.
All levels welcome. Men are welcome, too. Come join the fun!
Let’s Appreciate Art
Mon., May 16 – 11 a.m. – noon
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Share the world of art with docents from the Phoenix Art Museum. This month, explore Bernini and Baroque Art. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext. 7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
For active seniors ages 55 & up interested in a variety of educational and social presentations.
Valley residents welcom.
$3 suggested donation at the door.
Refreshments will be served.
Let’s Knit
Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 – 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Share the pleasure of knitting and crocheting. Help others with projects and patterns. Can’t knit? We’ll teach you. No reservations required. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext. 7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.