Join ASU Professor, Naomi Jackson, as she presents an engaging and interactive presentation highlighting and celebrating the extensive impact of Jews and themes related to “the Jewish experience” on the dance world and broader society. Professor Jackson is an Associate Professor in the School of Film, Dance and Theater at Arizona State University. This event is presented in partnership with the ASU Jewish Studies Department. Please be advised that your contact information will be shared with ASU.
Free
For more information, please contact Nicole Garber at 480.481.7024 or nicoleg@vosjcc.org
To register please visit our webpage: https://www.vosjcc.org/programs
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.
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
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
Explore the meaningful ways that German Jews have constructed new modes of flourishing in the midst of cultural and political instability as they recall the horrific past while making sense of present Jewish identity. Discussion led by Professor Paul E. Nahme, Ph.D., Dorot Assistant Professor of Judaic Studies and Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Brown University. This event is presented in partnership with the ASU Jewish Studies Program. Please be advised that your contact information will be shared with ASU.
Free
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.
A READING AND DISCUSSION OF POETRY, JOURNALS, AND CORRESPONDENCE OF JEWS DURING AND IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE HOLOCAUST THAT SHOW THE POWER OF OUR HUMAN DESIRE IN THE DARKEST OF HOURS.
Featuring the writing of Hannah Arendt, Paul Celan, Muriel Ruykeyser, Primo Levi, Manfred Lewin, and others
Get a “life lift” every Friday! Join Rabbi Becker for stimulating and provocative discussions based on the Torah portion, the Talmud and commentaries. Each week participants together will “plunge” into the sacred texts leading to challenging questions and healthy debate. In our pursuit of truth our thoughts crystallize and we emerge each week with “breakthrough” lessons that reshape our values, enhance our character and bring refreshing new meaning to our lives.
Contact Rabbi Becker at 520-747-7780 for more information. The program is free and open to all men and women in the Tucson Jewish community.
Join Congregation Beit Simcha for a unique celebration of Shabbat highlighting gratitude: what we each have to give thanks for in this season of Thanksgiving. Rabbi Sam Cohon leads a musical Shabbat with a special sharing of gratitude in the service itself, followed by a delicious Oneg Shabbat.
Learn the Mishnah every morning with Rabbi Israel Becker: Monday-Friday 6:15 AM, Shabbos 8:15 AM, Sundays and Major Secular Holidays 7:15 AM.