Calendar

Sep
25
Sun
Cong. Anshei Israel Kever Avot Memorial Service @ Evergreen Cemetery, Anshei Israel Section
Sep 25 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am

Even if your loved ones are not buried in CAI’s Cemetery, you are encouraged to participate in the service and pay your respects to your dearly departed. The 30-minute service includes a special booklet of prayers.

“Incredible!” — Esther’s 2016 Community-Wide Annual Women’s Book Brunch @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim/Southwest Torah Institute Women's Academy of Jewish Studies
Sep 25 @ 10:45 am – 1:30 pm

Written by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer, “Incredible!” is the biography of Rabbi Yossi Wallis, a true story of physical and spiritual courage, Divine Providence, spine-tingling adventure and utter dedication to Torah. Rabbi Wallis rose from membership in an all-Jewish gang in the Bronx to leading Arachim, a world-renown Jewish outreach organization. Event registration begins at 10:45 am and the brunch and book discussion start at 11 am. The $36 cost includes both the book and the brunch. Space is limited to 100 participants.

Northwest Fun in the Sun Day @ Riverfront Park
Sep 25 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come see what the Northwest has to offer! Join us for a FREE fun day at Riverfront Park in Oro Valley. Enjoy a one-mile walk, inflatable obstacle courses, activity tables, popcorn, food trucks, and more! Bring the kids! Hosted by the Jewish Federation Northwest Division and the Tucson J.

Sep
26
Mon
Beginner’s Tai Chi @ Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley
Sep 26 @ 2:30 pm

Beginners’ Tai Chi: NEW CLASS 2:30 – 4 p.m. Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley Social Hall, 3400 N. Dobson Road, Chandler. Open to the general public; no experience required. Repeats every Monday through Dec. 19 except Sept. 5, Oct. 3, 10. Free. Information: taichi@tbsev.org

Sep
27
Tue
Health & Fitness: Parkinson’s Disease @ The Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Sep 27 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Parkinson’s PWR!MovesTM Tuesdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27 | noon – 1 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 This entry-level class features tailored exercises that target motor- and non-motor PD symptoms and improve functional movement. Free to J members; $5 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.

Seniors: Let’s Knit @ The Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Sep 27 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Let’s Knit Tuesdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27 |1:30-3:30 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Share the pleasure of knitting and crocheting. Help others with projects and patterns. Can’t knit? We’ll teach you. No reservations required. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.

Project Jewish Love’s Are You Date Ready Workshop @ Please email for location
Sep 27 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Looking for Love in Your Life? Get Ready to Date!
Save the dates for Project Jewish Love’s Exclusive Dating with Intention Workshop Series.

Course dates will be August 30th, September 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th.

You’ll learn what conscious dating principles are, how you can apply them to find an ideal partner.

What if you could secure the love of your life by;
Clarifying Relationship Requirements
Develop Dating Confidence and,
Create a Dating Plan

Email jenn@projectjewishlove.com to receive more information and early registration.

This PJL Exclusive course will be led by Lewis Denbaum a certified relationship coach, author and educator. Through high impact workshops, Denbaum assists singles create a plan for finding the love of their lives. Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in a Conservative Jewish family, he served as a co-founder of Beth Chaverim in Washington, DC until moving to Iowa where he was a longstanding Board Member of Congregation Beth Shalom and a representative to the Jewish Community Relations Commission in Des Moines. Lewis is the co-author with his wife Diane of the book Madly in Love Forever: A Guide to True and Lasting Love. Lewis and his wife Diane have a blended family of five young adult children.

Sep
28
Wed
Art Addicts Craft Club @ Beth El Congregation
Sep 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for our new Art Addicts Craft Club where we invite you to craft and DIY with us. This month, award-winning artist, Barbara Becker of Art for Fun! Studio and Gallery will instruct a class on silk painting. Each person will go home with a beautiful hand-painted silk scarf.  No artistic experience required, no drawing or painting skills needed.  Class size limited to 16 participants and it is $20 each for supplies. RSVP by contacting Alicia at 602.944.3359 ext. 113 or amoskowitz@bethelphoenix.com.

Sep
29
Thu
Ladies First: Leading in Career & Community @ The Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Sep 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Ladies First: Leading in Career & Community   Thurs., Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC  – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Panelists Abbie Fink of HMA Public Relations, Denise Resnik of DRA Collective; and Julia Rosen of the Thunderbird Academy at ASU and moderator Ilana Lowery of The Phoenix Business Journal share how they have maintained their busy professional lives while maintaining a deep commitment to community. Hosted by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix. $10 includes wine and appetizers – dietary laws observed. Complimentary childcare available. Register at jewishphoenix.org/ladiesfirst

Sunset Yin Yoga @ The Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Sep 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sunset Yin Yoga Thurs. Sept. 29 | 6-7 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254 Enjoy the Arizona sunset with Yin yoga! Classes are held outside be sure to dress appropriately and bring a yoga mat and water. Free to J members; $10 for non-members. For more information: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.

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