Tikkun Olam: Repairing the World Selected Artworks of Beth Ames Swartz at the Arizona Jewish Historical Society, 122 E Culver St., Phoenix. Beth Ames Swartz has had a remarkable artistic career for over fifty-five years including more than seventy museum and gallery exhibitions, three books, five catalogs, numerous critically acclaimed national reviews and three traveling museum exhibitions. For more information, contact Jeffrey Schesnol at 602-241-7870 or jschesnol@azjhs.org.
DOCUMENTARY SCREENING OF “50 CHILDREN”
The Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival, Bureau of Jewish Education, Phoenix Holocaust Survivors Association and Generations After continues its cinematic partnership with the screening of the documentary “50 Children” on Dec. 8, at 7 pm at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale.
“50 Children” demonstrates how some people stepped out of their everyday roles and were able to overcome great obstacles in achieving their righteous goals. Their sense of justice was violated by the crimes and policies of Nazi Germany, even though they lived far away from that repressive dictatorship and were not directly affected. Yet, unlike many of the people surrounding them, the politicians governing the country, their administrative officials and even the Jewish community they were part of, the Krauses felt compelled to act – and thus saved 25 boys and 25 girls from certain death.
“Untold stories of bravery must continue to be told, so the public never forgets the atrocities that were committed in the past and how important it is to prevent them in the present and future,” says Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival Executive Director Bob Segelbaum. “The four community organizations joining together to screen 50 CHILDREN underscores our shared goal.”
To reserve advance tickets, visit bjephoenix.org or call 480-634-8050.
Pearl Society Donor Appreciation Event at The New Shul, 7825 E Paradise Lane, Scottsdale at 7pm. A fun and inspiring evening featuring producer, editor and writer Janice Kaplan, author of The Gratitude Diaries: How a Year Looking at the Bright Side Can Transform Your Life. Guests will receive a copy of the book and a book signing follows the program. $18 per person. Women at all giving levels Pearl and above are welcome. Light fare. Dietary laws observed. RSVP by Dec. 1 at jewishphoenix.org/pearlevent2016.
Come celebrate Shabbat and Hanukkah with the J before Hanukkah begins. We will set up our factory, and you will be able to make a Hanukkiyah that you will be able to bring home and use for the holiday. Our Hanukkiah Factory will include all of the materials needed to make your own special creation. There will be Shabbat and Hanukkah singing with Scott and Julie as well as Shabbat blessings said. Bring a vegetarian/dairy dish for 10 to share. $3/per person pre-paid or $5 at the door. Registration available now at the Welcome Desk. For more information, contact Julie Zorn at (520) 299-3000, x236 or at Jzorn@tucsonjcc.org
Butterfly Wonderland becomes Winter Wonderland to kick off the holiday season with our tranquil blue, white and silver decor. Every Saturday and Sunday, and every day from December 19 through 23, our amazing 7ft. living angels with expansive wings add an ethereal aura to the Conservatory from 10am-4pm, while musical groups Nouveau Papillon, the Scottsdale String Quartet and harpist Adrienne Bridgewater fill the air with the serene sounds of the season from 11am-3pm.
K’Ton Time at Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E 5th St., Tucson from 10:30-11 am. This fun & lively 20-minute service led by Gabby Erbst includes songs, prayers, stories & games; playground time for kids & schmoozing time for parents; kid-friendly kiddush. Geared to families with kids ages 1 to 6, but every family is welcome! 520-745-5550 or rabbi@caiaz.org.
Simchat Shabbat Special Needs Services 2016
Nine Years of Accessible Services!
Council For Jews With Special Needs (CJSN), a nonprofit agency devoted to providing programs, services, and resources to help those in the Jewish Community with disabilities, and their families, is pleased to announce the dates for the 2015-2016 Simchat Shabbat Season.
Saturday, May 28th, September 17th, and December 10th at Congregation Beth Israel
– click here for more 2015-2016 season dates & locations
All services begin at noon and last approximately 45 minutes. The general public is encouraged to join the services.
The first Simchat Shabbat service took place at Congregation Beth Israel (CBI) in 2007. The goal was to have a place where adults with special needs and their families could worship together. The service was created in partnership with CBI including specially designed prayer books that were funded through a generous community grant. With the success of the school year, summer services were added at Temple Emanuel of Tempe. In 2008, Simchat Shabbat won the esteemed Belle Latchman Community Service Award for Best Project Enhancing the Quality of Jewish Life.
“Nine years in, and it is still the most joyous service you will ever attend,” said Stacy Rosenthal, co-creator of Simchat Shabbat. “Everyone is welcome and no one is turned away. The only rule, it is a “no shush” service and a place where God hears all prayers.”
Simchat Shabbat reservations are not required, but appreciated. Please call the CJSN offices at (480) 629-5343 or send an e-mail to debby@cjsn.org, to let us know when you will be joining us, how many in your party, or for any questions.
Council Information:
Council For Jews With Special Needs (CJSN)
Amy DL Hummell, Executive Director
(480) 629-5343
Kid’s Night Out – Summer in December for grades K-5 at the Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 6-10 pm. Parents, enjoy the night out while the kids enjoy fun activities in the pool and splash pad. $30 non-members, $20 for members; sibling discounts available. 480-634-4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.
Parent’s Night Out at Xtreme Gymnastics, 15821 N 79th St. #3, Scottsdale from 6-10 pm. Leave your kids for a fun-filled Saturday evening of gymnastics fun, games and group activities while you go out and have a lively time of your own! For ages 3-12; open to non-members. $24/individual, $58/family. Reservations required. 480-596-3543 or xtreme@xtremegymnastics.com.
Tween’s Night Out – Bowling at the Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 6-10 pm. 6th through 8th graders start the evening in The J’s Teen Lounge for Havdalah and mixers, then hop in the vans for an evening of fun bowling. All entry costs are included and a snack is provided upon return to The J by 9:35 pm. $50 non-members, $40 members; sibling discounts available. 480-634-4949 or youth@vosjcc.org.