Share an interactive and upbeat Shabbat celebration for families, followed by an Israeli-style dinner, Israeli dancing and an Israeli trivia bowl. Join us and make friends, build community, learn about Judaism, and have fun! $25 per family (two adults & up to 4 children); adults (13+) $10 per person. RSVP by May 16.
The Secular Humanist Jewish Circle presents a lecture by Gil Shapiro, “End of Life Issues from a Secular Perspective.” Saturday, May 21 at 1:30 pm at the Murphy Wilmot Library, 530 N Wilmot Road, Tucson. Free and open to the public. See shjcaz.org for details.
Join other Schmooze Singles (30s and 40s) for an evening of Rock ‘N Cosmic Bowling on Saturday, May 21st. The cost of $13.99 (plus tax) includes shoes and all-you-care-to bowl cosmic bowling (until 1 AM). Bring your friends to get a special “5 for $55” deal. Schmooze will cover some snacks for the group! Please RSVP to let us know to expect you and find more information on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/events/1720386428249438) or Meetup (http://www.meetup.com/azschmooze/events/230796761).
Join NowGen for a community-wide day of service on Sunday 5/22/16. We will have projects all over the greater Phoenix area available. Options Include:
*Delivering stuffed animals to children at Arizona Children’s Center (11am-12pm)
*Providing water to people living on the street with BJE’s ACT program (9am-10:30am)
*Improvement projects at Child Crisis Center such as cleaning and repairs (9:30am-11am)
*Making “prom” decorations for Council for Jews with Special Needs (10am-12pm)
*Taking care of aging animals at Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary (9:30am-11:30am)
*Going bowling with the teens at Friendship Circle (1:30pm-3pm)
*Projects for the whole family at the ILJCC (10am-12pm)
*Helping kids bake Challah at Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Chandler (1pm-3pm)
And more – family-friendly projects are available as noted.
Register on Eventbrite for a description of all projects- https://nowgengivesback.eventbrite.com
Please contact us at nowgen@jewishphoenix.org if you have questions.
Pickup Basketball
Sundays, May 1, 8, 15,22,29
Early Play: 7:30-10 a.m. & Late Play: 9 a.m. – noon
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
The J has pickup basketball games Sunday mornings for ages 18+. Gather your friends and family for a great game of organized pickup. See you on the court! Free to J members; $10 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.483.7121 ext. 7016 or sports@vosjcc.org.
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
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).
Camp J Pre Camps – H2Oasis for kids in grades K-6 at the Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Road, Tucson. Groups will be split by age and spend time in the swimming pool learning proper stroke techniques, water safety skills, water games and more. $47/day member, $67/day non-member. 520-299-3000 x160 or camp@tucsonjcc.org
Camp J Pre Camps – Parkour by Playformance at the J for kids in grades 2-6 at the Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Road, Tucson. Camp builds strength and character through efficiency of movement – getting from point A to point B in the most efficient way possible. $54/day member, $75/day non-member. 520-299-3000 x160 or camp@tucsonjcc.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.