Friday, Nov. 13: Service 5:45pm, Shabbat Dinner 6:45pm, Presentation 7:45pm; and Saturday, Nov. 14: Shabbat Service D’var Torah 9:00am, Presentation (in lieu of Torah Study) 3:30pm
Gil Hoffman is the chief political correspondent and analyst for The Jerusalem Post. Well-connected to Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Hoffman has interviewed every major figure across the Israeli political spectrum, has been interviewed by top media on six continents and is a regular analyst on CNN, Al-Jazeera and other news outlets. Called “the most optimistic man in Israel” by Israel Television, Hoffman’s writing and TV appearances provide a behind the scenes look at both the intrigue and humor in the Israeli political arena.
His visit will include a Shabbat dinner and presentation, and delivering the Shabbat morning D’var Torah and an afternoon presentation on Saturday. *RSVP & fee required by Nov. 9 for Shabbat dinner only – CAI members: adults $14, children $8; guests: adults $20, children $12.
Friday, Nov. 13
5:45pm Mincha & Kabbalat Shabbat Service
6:45pm Shabbat Dinner*
7:45pm Gil Hoffman presents, “Behind the Scenes in Israeli Politics and the Battle over the Future of the Jewish-Democratic State”
Saturday, Nov. 14
9:00am Shabbat Service – Gil Hoffman presents D’var Torah, “Peace Politics and Plutonium: An insider’s look at the Mayhem in the Middle East”
3:30pm Gil Hoffman presents, “Red States, Blue States and the Jewish State: The view from Jerusalem on Obama’s relationship with Israel”
4:30pm Mincha, followed at 5:00pm by Seudah Shlesheet (Third Meal), Ma’ariv and Havdallah
Our guest speaker is Evie Varady, a docent at the Jewish History Museum. Ms. Varady has been very involved in the expansion of the museum’s Holocaust History Center & will share its evolution. Includes delicious breakfast buffet.
Learn to cook kosher cuisine from around the world with Suzanne Fuchs of Gourmet Touch Catering. This month’s menu will include Chicken Fajitas with Mexican side dishes. Cooking materials and supplies are included. Class is held in Beth El Congregation’s Meat Kitchen.
- $30.00 per person with limited space available.
- Two sessions to choose from: 9:30am to 11:00am or 11:30am to 1:00pm.
Please RSVP to Alicia at amoskowitz@bethelphoenix.com or 602.944.3359 ext. 113.
Future dates: 12/6/15, 1/10/16, 2/7/16, 3/6/16, 4/3/16
Henna House by Nomi Eve
International House of Pancakes, 8950 E. Mountain View Road, Scottsdale
RSVP: Bella at sunshine85258@aol.com or 480.451.0297
Share the world of art with docents from the Phoenix Art Museum. This month, explore More than Just a Window. For more information, contact Harriet at (480) 483-7121 ext. 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org
Learn everything about interior design from Bonnee Gruber IDS, IFDA. Topics change every month. Participants are encouraged to bring photos and floor plans. For more information contact Harriet: (480)483-7121 ext. 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org
Join us at The J Cafe to share the pleasure of knitting and to help others with projects and patterns. Can’t knit? We’ll teach you. Want to try the newest techniques? We’ll show you. For more information contact Harriet: (480) 483-7121 ext 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org
Crash Course: Five Books of the Torah in Five weeks.