One Man’s Rock & Roll Journey in Story & Song
“One Hit Wanderer” tells Henry Gross’s story, from a child in Brooklyn to the present day, highlighting moments of joy, happiness, success and failure in a way that allows audience members to experience the ups and downs of their own lives. Through themes of lightheartedness and perseverance the show is part adventure, comedy, self discovery and reflection while constantly remaining optimistic. Standing ovations have followed
every performance.
Doors open at 7 pm; concert starts at 8 pm. Tickets include a hosted bar and bar snacks. Sponsorships are available and include a private reception.
Presented by the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona Next Gen Men’s Group. Proceeds benefit JFSA programs.
Paddleboard Boot Camp Sunday, Sept. 11 | 7 a.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Take boot camp to a completely new level…in the water! Get beach-ready with surf-style paddleboard conditioning. Space is limited. Members: $45; Non-members: $60. For more information: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.
Pickup Basketball Sundays, Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 Early Play: 7:00-9:30a.m. & Late Play: 9:30 – 11:30am Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Gather your friends and family for a great game of organized pickup basketball. Adults 18+. Free to J members; $10 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7016 or sports@vosjcc.org.
Paddleboard Yoga Sunday, Sept. 11 | 8 a.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Challenge your balance and stability while strengthening your cores through Vinyasa flow yoga on a paddleboard in the water. Space is limited. Members: $45; Non-members: $60. For more information: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.
Join our knitting and crocheting group. Beginners are welcome, yarn and crochet hooks are provided. Blankets produced are donated to local organizations that help children in crisis. For more information, please contact Sandy at 602.249.3778 or ssandy6807@gmail.com.
A DAY OF REMEMBRANCE
Join us at Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley, 13702 W. Meeker Blvd, Sun City West on Sunday, September 11 at 12 Noon as we commemorate and pay tribute to our fallen heroes of 9-11-01.
We will honor those who gave their lives to protect and preserve our freedom.
Lunch will be served at 12 Noon followed by a ceremony at 12:30 PM.
The Civilian Air Patrol will present the colors followed by Berel Greenberg leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Rosemarie Abrami will lead us in singing our National Anthem accompanied by pianist, Betty Frank.
Rabbi Leo Abrami will open the tribute with a prayer followed by reading of scriptures by Rabbi Shelley Moss, Reverend Deanne Self Price and Pastor Stephen Beyer.
We will sing God Bless America and America the Beautiful.
Our guest speaker will be Congressman, Trent Franks.
Dessert will be served after the proceedings.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – THEIR WILL BE LIMITED SEATING. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND THERE WILL BE NO WALK-INS. THERE WILL BE NO CHARGE.
Please call 623-584-7210 for reservations by September 2, 2016 M-F between 9 AM to 1 PM.
If you enjoyed A DAY OF REMEMBRANCE SERVICE – DONATIONS ARE GLADLY APPRECIATED.
“Whimsical,” “mystical,” “mythical,” “enchanting…” Tucson artists Christine Zabramny and Betty Seery have teamed up to illuminate our gallery. Zabramny’s dynamic compositions and Seery’s bright flowers invite the viewer to disappear into a world of color and light.
Discover opportunities to reengage with Judaism in your adult life at Scottsdale’s Temple Kol Ami. The Reform Temple will hold an adult-centric Open House on Sunday, September 11 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
“Our congregation is known for being a warm, welcoming group, and this event is a fun, casual opportunity for non-affiliated Jews and their families to come meet us and see how they might fit into our tight-knit community. This is a great way to explore unique and meaningful opportunities for spiritual growth, Tikkun Olam, adult education, Boomer outings, social events and more,” says Rabbi Jeremy Schneider.
Temple Kol Ami is offering a special, limited time promotion for non-members and previous members who wish to rejoin. New members who join before September 15 receive six months of free membership.
“We want to make it as easy and affordable as possible for anyone who’s interested to join us,” says Schneider.
At Kol Ami, we believe that being and “doing Jewish” is a gift. If you want to explore and reconnect with your Jewish roots–no matter what your previous life experience with Judaism and Jewish heritage–in an inclusive, Reform environment, you are encouraged to attend this event.
“As we age, our relationship with Judaism changes. What we find is that so much of our ‘unfinished business’ comes back to haunt us. For many Jewish people, this box of memories may include childhood struggles learning Hebrew, insufferable Sundays in religious school, disagreement about the role of God in our lives, or guilt about having a Christmas tree in the house. For young parents, the dilemma of how to teach our children to be free of these boundaries and learn about and enjoy their Judaism is often colored by the frantic pace of life. For older individuals, there is often the realization that they may have not done the things they truly wanted to do while they were busy pleasing others,” says Executive Director Nancy Drapin.
At Kol Ami, we encourage “letting go” of any past experiences that keep us from fully embracing our faith. By our emphasis on “Doing Jewish” rather than just being Jewish, all ages can engage their Jewish selves at a personal comfort level. The best part of this approach is that as a community, we all come together with a purpose – to enjoy being Jewish together.
Feeling shy? Don’t be. Feel free to reach out to Temple Kol Ami’s Executive Director Nancy Drapin at nancyd@templekolami.org or 480-951-9660. Nancy will personally introduce you to our congregation, answer your questions, and help make you feel welcome.
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.