Book Release for The Lost Letter by
local author Jillian Cantor
A NOVEL OF LOVE & SURVIVAL INSPIRED BY WWII RESISTANCE MEMBERS
“Past and present collide in Jillian Cantor’s latest propulsive and eloquent gem of a novel. Cantor captures the gravity of wartime Europe and combines it with powerful stories of love, loss and self-discovery. The Lost Letter is transporting; its flawless, breathtaking finale will make readers fall deeply in love with this stunning tale.” —Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author
The Tucson J is thrilled to celebrate the launch of The Lost Letter by local author Jillian Cantor.
A beautiful, poignant and devastating novel, THE LOST LETTER illuminates the lasting power of love. From a stamp engraver’s apprentice in Austria on the eve of Kristallnacht to a journalist coping with her father’s memory loss in Los Angeles in 1989, THE LOST LETTER traces the path of a mysterious love letter that connects generations of Jewish families. Expertly weaving together stories inspired by real WWII resistance workers who used coded messages in stamps to communicate and a propulsive modern day family mystery, THE LOST LETTER explores what it means to love across time and place.
Jillian Cantor is the author of award-winning novels including, most recently, the critically acclaimed The Hours Count and Margot. Born and raised outside Philadelphia, Cantor currently lives in Arizona with her husband and two sons.
Tuesday, June 13
7:00pm
Jewish Heritage Center
Event is free and open to the public.
Books will be for sale from Mostly Books.
Book Signing and Q&A at the Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Road, Tucson at 7 pm. A book launch party and signing by local author Jillian Cantor of her new book, The Lost Letter. The book signing along with a question and answer period with the author will take place in the Jewish Heritage Center at The Tucson J. Free and open to the public. 520-299-3000 or tucsonjcc.org.
Children will step back in time to better understand the pioneers’ courageous journeys west from Independence, Missouri on the Oregon Trail. Participants will learn through first-hand experiences such as mapping and journaling their journey, creating a covered wagon from canvas and wood, and exploring the museum’s gallery of Old West artifacts. Other immersive activities will include making a burlap-covered journal, playing pioneer bingo, and learning how to draw a horse and covered wagon step-by-step! Activities are self-guided; families may drop in at any point during the times listed. RSVP is requested; email education@scottsdalemuseumwest.org to confirm your participation.
Each summer the Israel Scouts crisscross the US, bringing Israeli culture and goodwill with their unique blend of smiles, songs and dances in Hebrew and English.
The schedule for Caravan performances are:
June 11: 11 am at Temple Beth Shalom, 12202 N. 101st Ave., Sun City
4 pm at Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix
June 12: 7 pm at Congregation Or Tzion, 9096 E. Bahia Dr., Scottsdale
June 13: 7 pm at Beth El Congregation, 1118 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix
June 14: 7 pm at Temple Chai, 4645 E. Marilyn Road, Phoenix
June 15: Temple B’rith Shalom, 2077 Brohner Way, Prescott
June 19: 7 pm at Temple Solel, 6805 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley
June 20: 7 pm at Temple Kol Ami, 15030 N. 64th St., Scottsdale
All performances are free and open to the public. For more information, contact 480-216-4280 or visit israelscouts.org.
Each summer the Israel Scouts crisscross the US, bringing Israeli culture and goodwill with their unique blend of smiles, songs and dances in Hebrew and English.
The schedule for Caravan performances are:
June 11: 11 am at Temple Beth Shalom, 12202 N. 101st Ave., Sun City
4 pm at Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix
June 12: 7 pm at Congregation Or Tzion, 9096 E. Bahia Dr., Scottsdale
June 13: 7 pm at Beth El Congregation, 1118 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix
June 14: 7 pm at Temple Chai, 4645 E. Marilyn Road, Phoenix
June 15: Temple B’rith Shalom, 2077 Brohner Way, Prescott
June 19: 7 pm at Temple Solel, 6805 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley
June 20: 7 pm at Temple Kol Ami, 15030 N. 64th St., Scottsdale
All performances are free and open to the public. For more information, contact 480-216-4280 or visit israelscouts.org.
Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket. Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day. Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.
Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value. Discount for general admission tickets only. Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.
Let’s Eat Mature Mavens Dinner
Thurs., June 15 – 5 p.m.
Meet for dinner, socialize and make new friends. Dinner is separate checks. Please contact Bunneye at 602.371.3744 for current schedule of restaurants and to reserve your place.
Book Discussion at the Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E Culver St., Phoenix from 7-8:30 pm. Join author Marcia Fine will discuss her new book, Hidden Ones: A Veil of Memories. Free. Please RSVP to Lbell@azjhs.org.
Understanding Kabbalah:
You might have heard of Kabbalah as mystical. However it is a system that explains how the universe works on both the physical and spiritual level. It explains that the world operates according to universal spiritual laws, much like gravity influences our lives whether we are aware of its existence.
Sponsor: Kabbalah Centre Phoenix
Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket. Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day. Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.
Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value. Discount for general admission tickets only. Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.