What do Jews Believe about Life After Death?
Join Rabbi Helen Cohn and Handmaker residents in an exploration of biblical and rabbinic texts about the after life.
in the Café at Handmaker
Monday, March 7
1-2pm – in the Café at Handmaker
Stories of Elijah the Prophet: From the Hebrew Bible to the Shtetls of Eastern Europe.
Join Rabbi Stephanie Aaron and Handmaker residents to hear some colorful stories of Elijah the Prophet.
Sunday, April 10
3:30-5pm – in the Great Room at Handmaker
What I believe
Join Rabbi Robert Eisen, Rabbi Thomas Louchheim, and Rabbi Joseph Shemtov for a lively discussion exploring their beliefs from each of the Conservative, Reform and Orthodox Jewish perspectives.
Light refreshments are included. Contact Nanci Levy at 322-3632 or nlevy@handmaker.org for more information and to RSVP.
This adult education series provides our community an opportunity to share what we know and to learn about/from others. Each week offers a different keynote speaker, followed by refreshments & socializing.
“What We Need to Know About … Islam, Mormonism & Catholicism” with keynote speakers:
Feb. 10 – Dr. Watheq Alobaidi, Muslim Community Center of Tucson presents “What is Islam?”
Feb. 17 – President Cole Thies, Mormon Church, Tucson Stake presents “Mormons: A Bird’s Eye View”
Feb. 24 – Bishop Gerald Kicanas, Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson presents “Brothers and Sisters in Faith”
RSVP needed by Feb. 8.
Congregation Anshei Israel presents the third annual “Wisdom of Jewish Tucson” adult education series on Wednesdays, February 10, 17 & 24, 7:00 – 9:00pm. The program this year provides an opportunity for greater understanding and for interfaith conversations. It also allows the sharing of what we know and to learn about / from others regarding their faith, traditions and what they teach about peace, compassion and respect for fellow human beings. The more we know about our friends and neighbors, the more comfortable we will be with ourselves. Open to the community, each week offers a different keynote speaker, followed by refreshments and socializing.
This year’s topic: “What We Need to Know About … Islam, Mormonism & Catholicism” with keynote speakers:
Feb. 10 – Dr. Watheq Alobaidi, Muslim Community Center of Tucson presents “What is Islam?”
A well-known scholar of Islamic jurisprudence, Imam Alobaidi will discuss the pillars of Islam, its Abrahamic foundation, the teachings of the Quran, and the importance of being kind and compassionate to our family, friends and neighbors of all faiths.
Feb. 17 – President Cole Thies, Mormon Church, Tucson Stake presents “Mormons: A Bird’s Eye View”
With the Church since 1990 and having served in several positions, President Thies currently oversees several wards (congregations) in east Tucson. In his presentation, he will outline the basic doctrines, history and organization of the Church, as well as explain daily life for its members and how being a Mormon influences one’s world view.
Feb. 24 – Bishop Gerald Kicanas, Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson presents “Brothers and Sisters in Faith”
Very involved in community life, youth programs and education, and social action, Bishop Kicanas is the seventh and current Bishop of Tucson. In his presentation, he will discuss our common roots and the ways that we share faith in God.
3-week series: $18 per person PLUS food donation for the Community Food Bank. Reservations needed by Feb. 8. Visit www.caiaz.org or call Michelle at 745-5550, ext. 225.
For more information about the program or CAI, call Rabbi Robert Eisen at 745-5550. Congregation Anshei Israel, located at 5550 E. 5th Street is the largest Conservative synagogue in Tucson, continuing to serve Southern Arizona since 1930.
Join us Friday, Feb. 12 for Shabbat evening and the opening of our 2016 SEMINAR led by Rabbi Adam Chalom: “ZIONISM, ANTI-ZIONISM, AND ANTI-SEMITISM. Please see our website (www.oradam.com) and Meetup site for the flier with topics and registration information (register by February 5).
Pickup Basketball
Sundays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28
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. 1283 or sports@vosjcc.org.
Flag Football League Begins
Sun., Feb. 14 – 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Join The J’s recreational flag football league for men ages 18+. Each team is required to have one captain and 8-12 roster players. Information and registration: 480.483.7121 ext. 1283 or sports@vosjcc.org.
School’s Out Day @ The J
Mon., Feb. 15
Valley of the Sun JCCSchool’s Out Day @ The J – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
When school is out, Club J is a safe and fun place for your child to spend an enriching time with friends. Activities, include enrichment classes, sports, art, games and more! Fees vary. For more information, contact 480.483.7121 ext. 1275 or youth@vosjcc.org.
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On Monday, Feb. 15, noon, Temple Beth Shalom Sisterhood presents The Arizona Opera who will be bringing its Studio Artists to perform operatic arias in concert. Join us for an elegant luncheon and an opportunity to see these rising stars in person right here in the West Valley. Cost is $18 per person. RSVP by February 8th with a check made out to TBS Sisterhood mailed to Temple Beth Shalom, 12202 N 101st Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351.