Calendar

Oct
19
Thu
Pumpkin and Chili Party @ Schnepf Farms
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am

Pumpkin and Chili Party (Thur-Sun Oct 5-29). 10am-9pm Thur & Sun, 10am-10pm Fri-Sat. $20, under 2 free (discounted tickets available at Fry’s food stores). Hay rides, miniature golf, 10-acre maze, petting barn, inflatables, rides, climbing wall, live entertainment, extreme canine dog show and more. Schnepf Farms, 24610 S Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek. 480-987-3100 or schnepffarms.com.

Senior Swans Ballet @ Tucson Jewish Community Center
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Discover your inner swan in a ballet class geared for seniors! Lead by faculty from Ballet Tucson – Tucson’s Professional Ballet Company. No experience necessary. Gain flexibility, agility, coordination, stamina and grace as you explore the beauty of ballet.
Ballet classes for seniors have been shown to keep the body nimble and improve overall posture and mobility. The structure of a ballet class with movement to music helps to increase mental stimulation and is a great way to stay physically active at any age. Most importantly you’ll have fun and enjoy the sense of wellbeing that dance can bring. Wear comfortable clothes. No refunds for missed classes; No class due to holidays 11/23

Seniors: Discussion with the Rabbi @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Gather together with Rabbi Levi Levertov for a stimulating discussion on an issue relevant to Judaism in contemporary society.  Bring your questions; he has answers!

Let’s Eat: Senior Dinner
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm

Make new friends as you meet for dinner and socialize.  Dinner is separate checks.  Please contact Bunnye at 602.371.3744 for location and to register.

NowGen Happy Hour @ The Living Room Gainey Ranch (back patio)
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join NowGen for our Happy Hour Series!  NowGen Ladies: Hop over with us to the Woman’s philanthropy “The Power of You” Event.

Jazz @ The J: Adults-only Social Gathering @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Relax by our sparkling pool with a glass of wine in hand while listening to some soulful jazz.  Wine and appetizers will be served.  White attire to bring in the Jewish New Year.

Members: Free Guests: $5

JCC 30-min Motion Cage Workout @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 19 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Get results fast with this rapid fat-loss program using interval training and our state-of-the-art Motion Cage!  Our professional staff lead you through fun and challenging exercises that spike your heart rate and help you reach your excess post-oxygen consumption in just 30 minutes.  Members: $99/month

The Power of You: Personal Empowerment as a Patient @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Dr. Linda Benaderet and two guests share information and inspiration about breast cancer awareness. The evening continues with laughter, togetherness and gratitude. $18 includes dessert – dietary laws observed. Register at jewishphoenix.org/thepowerofyou.

Oct
20
Fri
Sunrise Yoga Flow at the JCC @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Oct 20 @ 5:30 am – 6:30 am

Join us for a beautiful yoga practice as we enjoy the Arizona sunrise.  Class is held outside.  Dress appropriately and bring water.

Mommy & Me Rock Shabbat at Temple Kol Ami @ Temple Kol Ami Early Childhood Center
Oct 20 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Join us every Friday morning for a fun and interactive, parent-child class at Temple Kol Ami’s Early Childhood Center. Mommy & Me Rock Shabbat is a wonderful opportunity for parents and tots to have fun and spend quality time together in a warm Jewish environment.

Mommy & Me Rock Shabbat is open to all moms and their children ages infant to 2 years.

More than just a play group or social event, this teacher-led class offers a wealth of opportunities for moms to connect and share experiences with each other while their children learn and grow.

Typical Mommy & Me activities include:

  • Jewish themes & songs
  • Music & movement
  • Arts & crafts
  • Interactive, developmentally-appropriate Tot Shabbat

Come meet other moms while kids learn about group dynamics and prepare for pre-school.

Mommy & Me classes are just $5 per class (or $35 for a 10 class pass) for Temple Kol Ami members.

Non-members pay $10 per class (or $75 for a 10 class pass).

For registration or more information, please contact Temple Kol Ami Early Childhood Center at 480-951-5825. You may also feel free to email tkaecc@templekolami.org.

About the Teacher: Highly-experienced educator Rachel Schneider (our Rabbi’s wife!) leads Mommy & Me each week. Rachel has been teaching for nearly 20 years. She has taught preschool through 12th grade, most recently at Pardes in Scottsdale. She holds two master’s degrees: one from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion and one from the University of Southern California. Rachel and her husband, Rabbi Jeremy Schneider, have four children ages 8, 6, 2, and 4 months old.

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