Can’t knit? We’ll teach you! Every level welcome.
Free
Join Valley of the Sun JCC clinical nutritionist Christi Christiaens for a shopping tour of Whole Foods and learn the advantages of eating organic, whole foods. In each department, she will explain how to pick the best choices and the health benefits of each food, sweetener, herb and more! Recipe sampling included. Free and open to everyone, but space is limited. Register at vosjcc.org/healthyeating.
Get results fast with this rapid fat-loss program using interval training and our state-of-the-art Motion Cage! Our professional staff lead you through fun and challenging exercises that spike your heart rate and help you reach your excess post-oxygen consumption in just 30 minutes. Members: $99/month
Fall Butterfly Exhibit (Sept 30-Nov 19). 9:30am-5pm. Included with admission: $24.95 adults, $12.95 ages 3-17, ages 3 & under free. Butterflies and other beneficial insects join together for this fun new exhibit. From pollinators to predators, insects have amazing powers and play a variety of roles in the desert. Become a plant protector to support and help protect these beneficial insects. Join us every Saturday from Oct. 7 to Nov. 18, for family activities from 1 to 3 p.m. Activities change weekly and include Meet the Caterpillars, Garden Walks with a butterfly expert or learning about milkweed and the Great Milkweed Grow Out. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 480-941-1225 or dbg.org.
Classes for 60+
STORY TELLING WEDNESDAYS – 10 am-noon Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 (8 weeks)
Congregation Beth Israel 10460 N. 56th St. Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$60.
Story Telling is all the rage. Learn writing and performance skills from Kim Porter, who has been writing and teaching Story Telling for nearly 10 years and was named New Times Story Teller of the Year.
Classes for 60+
WEDNESDAYS – 10 am – noon Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 (8 weeks) Temple Chai 4645 E. Marilyn Road Phoenix, AZ 85032
$60.
TEACHER: Dan Kurek, who has an extensive background in opera performance himself, and who has served as musical director for theatres throughout the Valley, as well as being the choir director at Temple Chai for 8 years.
Learn to play Mahjong! Mahjong cards must be purchased before the first session.
Members: $75 Guests: $100
Nosh & Knowledge
Explore a variety of non-political Jewish topics, including people, history, current events, laws, culture, humor, food and Israel. Each participant reads a section of a select article which is followed by spirited discussion. No extensive knowledge of Judaism is required. So, join the group and enjoy a little learning while making some new friends. To ensure all group members have the opportunity to express themselves, the group is limited to 40 participants. Register today!
Jump in our heated pool and cycle your way to safe and effective fitness. Close-toed shoes and pre-registration required. Members: $50 Guests: $65
Every Girly Girlz’s (and boys’) dream come true! We will decorate our own fashion, get glammed up, learn hair twists, practice etiquette, make our own jewelry and more! Be a part of the girliest club on earth! Limited to 12 spots. Members: $50 Guests: $75 Ages Kindergarten through Third Grade