Women’s Seder Wed., April 13 – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Join more than 100 women for our annual Women’s Seder led by Rabbi Elana Kanter. Tables of 8-10 may be reserved by the table hostess as one order with all guest names, addresses, phone numbers, emails and money. $40 per person. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
The pre-Passover seder allows women to celebrate together as they begin the intensive preparations for Passover. The seder has been held at the VOSJCC for some seven years. Last year’s event drew about 150 women.
The seder also is an opportunity for women to sample foods they might want to serve at their own seder or during the holiday. Celebrating together can renew enthusiasm for beginning this intensive cleaning and cooking season.
The seder enables exploration of the central themes of Passover. Rabbi Kanter says that she follows the same basic framework each year, but then adds reflections on events of this year and new pieces of learning.
Led by Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman. Co-sponsored by Congregation Kehillah. Tickets: $36. Includes traditional seder meal. Email lbell@azjhs.org for information. People of all faiths especially welcome.
Devorah Hadassah Theater Event
Devorah Hadassah is going to see “The Diary of Anne Frank,” winner of the 1956 Pulitzer Prize and Tony award on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at 7:00 PM at Hale Theater, 50 West Page Avenue, Gilbert, Az. 85233. All seats will be $25 dollars for members and guests. To find out more about purchasing a ticket, you can contact Barb at 480-318-7568 or go to Hadassah.evinfo@cox.net. The deadline for purchasing tickets is March 25, 2016.
The Work of Barbara Brandel
Barbara’s work reflects a life-long
interest in fiber arts and indigenous
textiles. Her paintings pay homage
to artisans from around the world
and her painted collages, containing
recycled world stamps and maps, speak
of the similarities and uniqueness
of us all, (with sometimes humorous
juxtapositions.)
April 15 – May 18
Artist’s reception Sunday, April 17, 2-4 pm
This interactive and upbeat Shabbat celebration for families incorporates fun-spirited melodies and family-themed activities. We’ll share Shabbat dinner, followed by Open Lounge in the Youth Center with games and fun. Come celebrate Shabbat with ruach (spirit) and your congregational family! Dinner $25 per family (two adults & up to 4 children) and/or adults (13+) $10 per person. RSVP needed by Apr. 11.
Thunderbird Arts Center, in partnership with the City of Phoenix, is located at 1106 E. Grovers Ave in Phoenix, near 7th St. and Bell. Classes being offered at this new location include: Printmaking, Glass, Painting, Mosaics, Youth Art, and more!
TRY IT ALL FOR FREE at our Grand Opening, April 16th. We’ll have:
• The Tasty Tangerine Food Truck
• Live music
• Free refreshments
• Art activities for the whole family!
REGISTRATION for summer art classes at Thunderbird Arts Center is now open!
CLASSES begin May 2nd!
Test Sessions open for enrollment now!
Kids Night Out & Overnight – Pancakes & PJs Sat., April 16 – 6-11 p.m. or overnight Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 The J’s fun-filled kids nights allow parents to enjoy special time while their children have a pajama party! The fun includes breakfast for dinner, pillowcase decorating, bedtime story writing, a screening of Monsters, Inc. and more! Grades K-5. M: $25; NM: $35 for 11 p.m. pick up |M: $50 and NM: $60 for overnight with breakfast. For more information, contact 480.483.7121 ext. 7074 or youth@vosjcc.org.
Chocolate Seder and Havdalah
Families with children of all ages will celebrate and learn about Passover in a sweet way at our award-winning annual Chocolate Passover Seder. How many Seders have you been to that include making s’mores, strawberries dipped in chocolate, and four cups of chocolate milk? The evening includes fun, interactive Seder, sing-along with Shabbat Scott and Julie, prizes, Havdalah, and chocolate!
Jewish Heritage Room
For more information, contact Julie Zorn
jzorn@tucsonjcc.org
299-3000 x236
A Triathlon for the Whole Family – First Wave starts at 8:00 am.
April 17, 2016 – 8:00 am until the last wave finishes.
Focused on introducing multi-sport to the next generation; youth and their adult mentors can race side by side in a fun, non-competitive event.
Ages 3 and up
Even the little guys can swim, bike and run. Every participant gets a shirt, swim cap, and finishers award. Plus tons of fun!
3 Distances
25 yd/ .25 m bike/.25 run
- Ages 3-6 with adult mentors
- Mentors can be in the pool and assist with transition, bike and run.
- All on the JCC campus- no traffic. Uses grassy areas.
50 yd/ 3 m bike/ .5 run
- Ages 6- 12 mentors optional
- A mentor can be in the pool and transition area.
- Mentors must register to be on bike/run courses.
- Bike is on the Loop.
200 yd/ 5 m bike/ 1 mile run
- Recommended for ages 12 +
- Serpentine swim
- 5 mile bike on the Loop
- 1 mile run
- Mentors must register to be on the courses with youth.
All ages welcome! Different distances, NO timing pressure, and awards for all make the Tucson Family Triathlon a great event for families, youth, and the mentors that guide them.
Good sportsmanship, safe conduct, and rules of etiquette will be encouraged. Remember that as adults, we show the youth we mentor by example. We want every participant to go home with a smile.
Economic registration makes it possible for everyone to try a Tri!
Includes the Family Tri- fun event, t shirt, swim cap, finishers award, refreshments, and music.
For more information http://www.tucsonfamilytri.com/home.html
http://www.tucsonjcc.org/sports/tucson-family-triathlon/
Tucson JCC
3800 E. River Road
Tucson, AZ 85718