Calendar

Oct
30
Tue
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Oct 30 @ 6:15 am – 7:15 am

Learn the Mishnah every morning with Rabbi Israel Becker, Monday-Friday 6:15 AM, Shabbos 8:15 AM and Sundays and Major Secular Holidays 7:15 AM.

Glass in the Garden @ Butterfly Wonderland
Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Experience a very special exhibition of botanical art glass at Butterfly Wonderland by resident artist, Newt Grover. Newt has created beautiful glass floral and foliage art. Included with admission.

Sit & Knit @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 30 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.

Remarkable Jewish People From the Ancient World to Modern Times @ Tucson Jewish Community Center
Oct 30 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

This class will focus on lives and achievements of Jewish people in the variety of endeavors: religion and philosophy, science, politics and entertainment . The instructor, Roza Simkhovich is a dynamic and engaging speaker. She will provide you with fascinating information, intellectual stimulation and will excite you with a joy of learning. She is an educator with more than 30 years of experience. Taught at U of A for 23 years, and also variety of classes in Russian and Jewish History and Culture for a number of adult education programs in Tucson.

Instructor: Roza Simkhovich

Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End @ Temple of Music and Art
Oct 30 @ 7:30 pm
Fun Home @ Phoenix Theatre
Oct 30 @ 8:00 pm

Five-time Tony Award® winner and winner of Best Musical, Fun Home is Alison Bechdel’s coming-of-age journey of self-discovery. Middle-aged cartoonist Alison is joined by two younger versions of herself from pivotal times in her life. They lead us through her dysfunctional childhood, her coming-out, and her father’s death, shortly after his own coming-out. A story of reflection, bittersweet memories, and the moments of pure joy that shine through the darkness, Fun Home is a one-of-a-kind musical experience.

Matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 3 pm.

Oct
31
Wed
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Oct 31 @ 6:15 am – 7:15 am

Learn the Mishnah every morning with Rabbi Israel Becker, Monday-Friday 6:15 AM, Shabbos 8:15 AM and Sundays and Major Secular Holidays 7:15 AM.

Beginning Hand Drumming @ Tucson Jewish Community Center
Oct 31 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

First of all, hand drumming is good for you, just ask any occupational therapist.  It’s also a great way to be social, and it’s fun, and challenging.  In this class, we will be learning how to play west african and caribbean rhythms,  In order to play these rhythms, we will also have to learn the three basic sounds that a hand drum makes:  open tone, slap, and bass tone.  Primarily, we will be playing conga drums, as well as bell, shekere, low drums, blocks and claves.  Playing together is the real magic, of course…..and we will do a lot of that.

$30 rental fee for conga drum due on the first day of class.  Student will have that drum for the duration of the class.

Instructor:  George Rowe

Muslim-Jewish Relations Historically & Today @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 31 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Karolyn Benger shares the dynamic relationship between Jewish and Muslim peoples over time and the changing course of anti-Semitism and the role of Israel. Members: $5; Guests: $8. Registration required at vosjcc.org/relations.

Parkinson’s Cycle @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 31 @ 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

A fun-filled stationary cycle workout to music that awakens areas of the brain effected by PD while strengthening the lower body and improving motor skills. Participants must be able to walk 150 feet on their own with or without a cane or walker, get up and down from the floor on their own with or without the use of a chair, get on and off equipment independently and follow group instructions independently. Please arrive 10 min early to prepare on the bike. Members: Free; Guests: $8; or $50 for 10 classes. Information and registration: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.

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