Sunday, March 26 at 2 pm
Percussion Ensemble: “Tommy Tom-tom and Chillin’ Willie Go to the Zoo”
Our old friends Tommy Tom-tom and Chillin’ Willie take a field trip to the
zoo. Join us and learn about the sounds of the animal kingdom.
Sunday, April 23 at 2 pm
Piano Trio and Friends: “Goldilocks and the Three Bears”
The Bear family was in an uproar. Enjoy this delightful retelling of the
classic tale composed by TSO violinist Michael Fan.
Sunday, May 21 at 2 pm
Flute Viola Harp Trio: “Pip and the Pirate”
It was graduation day at the Pirate Academy. Join us for this new musical
adventure by TSO violinist and composer Michael Fan.
Survivor procession and candle lighting. Reception hosted by Women of Reform Judaism of Temple Emanu-El. This program will mark 80 years since the opening of the “Degenerate Art” (Entartete Kunst) exhibition staged by the Nazis in Munich in 1937. The exhibition specifically targeted Jewish artists, art collectors and dealers and presented modernist art as a threat to the “Aryan” ideals of German culture. This Yom HaShoah commemoration will provide an opportunity to reflect on the relationship between art, politics and memory.
With her hands using color, texture, humor and a variety of mediums Julie Szerina Stein tells her stories of both Jewish ritual and everyday life. Anne Lowe tends to call her art “paper therapy.” Both of these Jewish artists will be exhibiting some of their artwork in the Tucson Jewish Community Center’s (the Tucson J) Fine Art Gallery from April 21 through May 30.
They are part of a show, entitled, Groovin’ Together: Artists of the Many Hands Courtyard and the Tucson Artist Cooperative. In total, there will be pieces from ten different women artists from Tucson.
The public is invited to a free reception at The J on Sunday, April 23 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. to view the exhibit and to meet the artists.
Yom HaShoah Commemoration & Community Gathering at Temple Chai, 4645 E Marilyn Road, Phoenix from 3-4:30 pm. Join the Phoenix Holocaust Survivors’ Association to commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day with all survivors entering with a candle, music by the Jewish Community Choir and a community and survivor speaker. phoenixhsa.org.
Please join us in honoring Kathryn Unger for her community leadership, and more than two decades of support for JFCS of Southern Arizona.
With a passion for “Tikkun Olam” (repairing the world) and “Tzedakah” (acts of kindness and justice), Kathy has selflessly dedicated her time and energy to support Jewish organizations, and the under-served diverse populations of our community. She is the Past Chair of the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona Board of Directors, and has served on the Boards of Directors of JFCS of Southern Arizona and the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona.
The speaker for the event is CNN analyst and author David Gregory, a sought-after speaker on politics, world affairs, and now faith since the release of his book “How’s Your Faith? An Unlikely Spiritual Journey.” Over the last 25 years, David Gregory’s career in journalism has taken him across the country and around the world. He is a CNN political analyst, and host of his podcast which features interviews with newsmakers and thought leaders. During his 20 years at NBC News, David served as the moderator of Meet the Press for six years, and was chief White House correspondent during the presidency of George W. Bush. In his book, David writes about his life and quest to deepen his faith.
The emcee is Stella Inger, an Anchor with KGUN 9 in Tucson.
Event steering committee members include:
Barbara Befferman Danes
Heather Caine, Chair
Fred Fruchthendler
Carole Levi
Eric Mellan
Jill Rosenzweig
Betty Anne Sarver
Liz Weiner-Schulman
Tucson Family Triathlon at the Tucson Jewish Community Center and Rillito River Bike Path, Tucson from 7:30-11:30 am. Non-competitive triathlon for the whole family. $20-$65. 520-299-3000 or tucsonjcc.org.
Crystal Bridge – Advanced Supervised Play Mon., April 3, 17, & 24 | 9-11:30 a.m. | Mini-lesson until 9:15am 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. Drop in: $10 per player. For information and reservations, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Parkinson’s PWR!Moves 2TM Mon., April 3, 10, 17 & 24 | noon – 1 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
This class includes PWR!Moves 1TM movements in addition to prone and supine floor exercises. Participants must be able to walk 100 feet on their own with or without a cane or walker. Free to J members; $5 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7090 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.
Crystal Bridge – Sanctioned Game 0-750 Masters Points Mon., April 3, 17 & 25 | 12:30-4:00 p.m. |Mini-lesson at 12:15pm Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Regular sanctioned ACBL duplicate games for players with less than 750 master points. Led by ACBL-certified director Maddy Bloom. Enjoy light refreshments and a friendly atmosphere. Drop in: $10 per player. For information and reservations, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Yom Hashoah Memorial (a Day of Remembrance) will be held on April 24, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Beth Emeth Congregation, 13702 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West, Az. In observance for this most important event, many local clubs, churches and synagogues will be represented. In addition to Rabbi Tracee Rosen who will lead us in prayers, we are pleased to have Pastor Bob Williams, Canon Timothy Dubeck, and Pastor Paul Neff. Our local Boy Scout Troop will honor us with their presence, as they read the names of the Concentration Camps. Any student who wants to learn about the Holocaust and the events that altered so many people’s lives forever, come join us.
This event is open to all.
Stories of their faith and courage will be presented by Gail Grossman, Ninia Kalish and Brenda Hyman. We shall also recognize the Righteous ones who saved many Jews during the purge of the Jews. They too, will always be remembered.
In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in anti-Semitism. We must come together as a community to once again say “WE WILL NEVER FORGET”. Let those who condemn us know that we shall stand up against them.
Please make your reservations by calling Sandy at 623-584-7210. Refreshments to be served. This is a free service, however, donations will be going to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC.
For more information or volunteering to help with this event, please contact Marty Cohen at 623-332-0693 or martycohen3911@gmail.com.