The exhibition “Holocaust by Bullets 10 Years of Investigation” presents the results of Yahad-In Unum’s research in Eastern Europe. It also underscores the “Holocaust by Bullets” as a precursor and model for mass murder crimes today.
The exhibit showcases the painstaking research uncovering the step-by-step nature of the crimes committed against Jews and Roma by the Nazi killing units.
The exhibition is built around the five steps of the crime identified by Yahad-In Unum researchers based on eyewitness accounts:
1. The Arrest
2. The Road
3. The Undressing
4. The Shooting
5. The Looting
The steps are described through quotes from eyewitness testimonies and through archival photographs. A short summary defining each step and highlighting the criminal nature of the Holocaust by Bullets are provided on a separate introductory panel.
Mini-Courses Open to the Public This year we are offering a series of 3-4 week classes on a variety of topics to interest everyone. No long term commitment required. Great for our winter residents. All classes meet on Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:30 am. No charge for members, $10/class session for non-members. What you should know about the Israeli government – November 7-21 (3 sessions). A primer on how the Knesset and the parliamentary system works. Who are the major parties, what are their main platforms & how do they decide who gets to hold what offices in the country? The Book of Judges: Anarchy & Activism – January 9-30 (4 sessions). The least known of the major books of the Bible, we explore a time in Israel’s history filled with unlikely heroes & disturbing stories. The more things change, the more they stay the same. The Lord is My Shepard – February 13-March 5 (4 sessions). How the most well-known psalm in the Bible can be a source of hope, strength & healing for all of us. You can contact us at Beth Emeth Synagogue at 13702 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West, AZ 85375 or calling us at 623-584-7210 or www.bethemethaz@gmail.com
The 2020 Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival runs from February 9-23 at three Harkins Theatres located across the Valley: Scottsdale Shea 14; Tempe Marketplace 16; and Peoria Park West 14. This year’s Festival is the biggest one in its history with 32 feature films, 14 short films and 48 individual screenings. The new screening times this year are 11 am, 3 pm and 7 pm, and there is even one Saturday night film. To see previews of all the films and purchase your tickets and film passes, visit gpjff.org.
VENUES:
Harkins Shea 14, 7354 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale
Harkins Tempe Marketplace 16, 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe
Harkins Park West 14, 9804 W. Northern Ave., Peoria
TICKETS:
$11 for adults ($13 at the door); $7 for active military (ID required) and students (ID required, 25 years & under); $150 Festival Pass. For more information, visit gpjff.org.
February 20 | 6-7:30pm
Boulevard Urban Living – 13802 N Scottsdale Rd
The final touches make all the difference! From window treatments to wall art, paint colors or textures – our panelists will provide insight and examples of how to bring a home to life through decorating.
Free but registration is required. Call Lynette Holsapple at 480.481.7040 or email lynetteh@vosjcc.org
Club J and After School Enrichment
Grades K-4
Mondays – Thursdays | 4pm & 5pm
Session 1: Jan. 13-Mar. 5
Session 2: Classes announced in Feb.
CJ: Club J | M: Members | G: Guests
Some classes have limited spots and are available on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, please contact 480.634.4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.
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Mondays | 4PM
Homework Help, Grades 1-4
Quiet time to complete or get assistance with homework.
CJ: Free
Kinder King, Kindergarten
Kindergartners participate in silly games, obstacle courses & more.
CJ: Free
Jewelry Making, K-4
Explore and create in all of the latest fashion & trends!!!
Materials Fee | CJ: $30.00 | M: $50.00 | G: $75.00
World of Sports, 2-4
Basketball, soccer, volleyball, floorball, pickleball & much more!
Materials Fee | CJ: Free | M: $60.00 | G: $100.00
Imagination Station, K-4
Get creative with Lalaloopsy, squishies, LOL Surprise dolls, My Little Pony & princesses of all kinds.
CJ: Free
Messy Science & STEM, 2-4
Creating masterpieces in a fun & creative way.
Materials Fee | CJ: $60.00 | M: $100.00 | G: $170.00
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Mondays | 5PM
Free-Play Zone, K-4
Free Choice, non-structured, supervised play.
CJ: Free
Lego World, K-1
Weekly themed Lego building community.
CJ: Free
Large Group Games, K-1
Organized play, through team building & promoting kindness.
CJ: Free
Gaga for Gaga, 2-4
Learn & perfect the rules of the game in fun & in competition.
CJ: Free
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Tuesdays | 4PM
Homework Help, Grades 1-4
Quiet time to complete or get assistance with homework.
CJ: Free
Kinder King, Kindergarten
Kindergartners participate in silly games, obstacle courses & more.
CJ: Free
Love & Basketball, 2-4
Learn & master the fundamentals of basketball.
Materials Fee | CJ: Free | M: $60.00 | G: $90.00
Kidz Jam, K-4
Learn cool dance performances to current hit music.
Materials Fee | CJ: $50.00 | M: $100.00 | G: $125.00
Full STEAM Ahead! K-4
Join us for a fun ride with science using hands on materials.
Materials Fee | CJ: $30.00 | M: $50.00 | G: $75.00
Crafternoons with Masterpieces, K-4
Hands on, fun arts & crafts masterpieces.
Materials Fee | CJ: $75.00 | M: $125.00 | G: $175.00
Pokemon Club, K-4
Kids will love this ALL THINGS Pokemon class!!!
CJ: Free
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Tuedays | 5PM
Free-Play Zone, K-4
Free Choice, non-structured, supervised play.
CJ: Free
Lego World, 2-4
Weekly themed Lego building community.
CJ: Free
Star Wars Club, K-4
Out of this galaxy games, crafts & activities for all things Star Wars!
CJ: Free
Gaga for Gaga, K-1
Learn & perfect the rules of the game in fun & in competition.
CJ: Free
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Wednesdays | 4PM
Homework Help, Grades 1-4
Quiet time to complete or get assistance with homework.
CJ: Free
Kinder King, Kindergarten
Kindergartners participate in silly games, obstacle courses & more.
CJ: Free
3, 2, 1…Blast Off!!! K-4
Fly into outer space to create & learn more about our wonderful planets!
Materials Fee | CJ: $75.00 | M: $125.00 | G: $175.00
W.O.W. (Wild Out Wednesdays), K-4
Weekly themed displays of talent. Bring your “A” game!!! (ex: singing, dancing, hidden talents, improv, role-play and more.)
CJ: Free
Girly Girlz, 1-4
Glitter, glam & glory!!!
Materials Fee | CJ: $50.00 | M: $80.00 | G: $100.00
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Wednesdays | 5PM
Free-Play Zone, K-4
Free choice, non-structured, supervised play.
CJ: Free
Rhythm & Rock, K-4
Rock out with all different musical games & activities
CJ: Free
Fun with Art, 2-4
Hands-on, themed arts & crafts using all different art mediums.
CJ: Free
Gaga for Gaga, 2-4
Learn & perfect the rules of the game in fun & in competition.
CJ: Free
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Thursdays | 4PM
Homework Help, Grades 1-4
Quiet time to complete or get assistance with homework.
CJ: Free
Kinder King, Kindergarten
Kindergartners participate in silly games, obstacle courses & more.
CJ: Free
Sweet Kitchen Treats, 2-4
A new baking adventure each week!
Materials Fee | CJ: $75 | M: $150.00 | G: 200.00
Lego World, K-1
Weekly themed Lego building community.
CJ: Free
Act Out, K-4
Beginning & experienced performers explore characterization & scene work.
Materials Fee | CJ: $50.00 | M: $100.00 | G: 125.00
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Thursdays | 5PM
Free-Play Zone, K-4
Free choice, non-structured, supervised play.
CJ: Free
Chess Master, K-4
From stalemate to checkmate, students learn fundamentals & strategic skills.
Materials Fee | CJ: $50.00 | M: $75.00 | G: $125.00
Rockwall, K-4
Students learn rock climbing skills, strength & endurance techniques.
CJ: Free
Sweet Kitchen Treats, K-1
A new baking adventure each week!
Materials Fee | CJ: $75.00 | M: $150.00 | G: $200.00
Make new friends – visit with others — Join us for our monthly dinner out at a selected restaurant.
Please call Bunnye at 602-371-3744 to be seated with the group.
Third Thursday – singles and couples welcome
February 20 | 6-8pm
Ever wonder what makes a classic film a classic? A great story is key, but what is a great story without a keen understanding of visual design? Join movie producer and professor, Jeffrey Cooper, as he demonstrates an exploration of the essential visual and psychological elements that comprise cinematic language. Through lecture, discussion and film excerpts from Academy-Award Winning Best Picture The Silence of the Lambs, we will analyze the ways in which cinematography, design, editing, sound, and other aspects of motion pictures combined to make Lambs a piece of cinematic history.
Members: $5 | Guests: $10
Register at: vosjcc.org/filmanalysis
Join Friends of the IDF as we salute the brave men and women of the IDF at our Arizona Inaugural dinner. Meet our delegation of soldiers who will share their remarkable stories while protecting Israel and her borders.
Lecture by Dr. Kimberly Allar and Dr. Yan Mann, Clinical Assistant Professors of History, Co-Directors of the World War II Studies online MA degree, Arizona State University. This presentation offers a look at some of the paths that opened to civilians trapped in German-occupied Eastern Europe during the war. Dr. Allar and Dr. Mann will each explore the choices and decisions different groups made, while further analyzing how local anti-Semitism, and resistance to it, thrived under German occupation.
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.