NEW! “So You Think You Can Dance?” Bring the whole family for our Simhat Torah celebration, starting with appetizers, Caesar salad, deli platters, fruit & more (alcohol will be offered). At 6:13pm, share in CAI’s traditional Hakafot as we celebrate with Israeli singing and dancing, and refreshments (there will be a children’s holiday-related activity in another room). Get a guided tour from Creation to Mt. Sinai as the Torah is completely unrolled to encircle all who attend! THERE IS NO CHARGE TO ATTEND DINNER; however, reservations are required by Oct. 2.
Simchat Torah marks the end of the fall High Holidays. It celebrates the renewal of the annual cycle of Torah readings.
The celebration continues with a festive service geared toward families with children. At 9:30am, the Sifrey Torah are taken out of the Ark. The children parade behind, then go up on the Bimah and are blessed.
NEW! In the Cantor Falkow Lounge, we offer a special program for children to include stories, singing, seriously silly snacks and shenanigans with Rabbi Ruven Barkan. We’ll then rejoin the congregation, followed by lunch in the Rabbi Breger Hall (a potato bar with Russet & sweet potatoes & lots of toppings, an array of salads, & sweets). THERE IS NO CHARGE TO ATTEND LUNCH; however, reservations are required by Oct. 2
This class is open to the general public in addition to our members. It is offered free of charge as a community service to promote good health. The class will be held in the Social Hall of Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley.
Class repeats Wednesdays
Inquiries and JACS group meetings are anonymous.
Our lives would not be the same without our pets! They are such a part of our lives: a presence in our homes and in our hearts; companions in times of joy and comfort in times of pain. Everyone is welcome to join us – with your pet(s) safely leashed or caged – for a brief service to recognize how important our pets are to us.
“Theatre Artists Studio”
Speakers: Judy Lebeau and Debra Rich Gettleman
RSVP by October 7 to Froma at froma24@yahoo.com or 480.563.2221
Judy Lebeau is a founding member and Treasurer of the Theatre Artists Studio. An actress in theater, film and television, Judy will introduce us to The Studio’s upcoming season. Actress and writer Debra Rich Gettleman will display some of her original writing in a short delightful performance.
Rabbi Robert Eisen leads these monthly group sessions using The Five Books of Miriam: A Woman’s Commentary on the Torah as the core for discussion. Topics can be interesting, insightful & inspiring. No charge to attend. Bring your own dairy lunch; beverages & dessert provided.
Once We Were Brothers by Ronald H. Balson
To RSVP and for location, contact Audrey at arougheti@aol.com or 602.863.2240