Calendar

Jan
27
Sat
It’s Only a Play @ Phoenix Theatre
Jan 27 @ 7:30 pm

Written by Tony® Award winner Terrence McNally, It’s Only a Play is a celebration of theatre at its best and theatre people at their not-so-best. The show takes place on opening night of Peter Austin’s new play. At the home of his wealthy producer, Peter is joined by his best friend, the show’s aging starlet, the director, and a drama critic, as the unlikely group anxiously awaits the late-night newspaper reviews. It’s Only a Play promises kooky characters and big laughs in a rare comedy that’s as smart as it is funny!

Jan
28
Sun
Totally Tu B’Shevat @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Jan 28 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Celebrate the Birthday of the Trees with family friendly fun, including planting and tree-themed art, activities, stories and snacks.  Don’t miss out on this tree-rific fun! Free for J Family Members are free; Guests are $5 per family of up to four; $2 per additional person. Register at 480.659.7769 or earlychildhood@vosjcc.org.

“The 40-Day Challenge” – Make Happiness Happen with Esther Becker (Series 3) @ Southwest Torah Institute/Women's Academy of Jewish Studies
Jan 28 @ 10:30 am – 11:15 am

Jewish wisdom teaches that it takes 40 days to form a habit. The same is true for molding character and how we look at life. In six 45 minute sessions with Esther Becker held on Sunday mornings at 10:30am, “The 40-day Challenge” is an ongoing series providing women with an engaging systematic approach to successfully integrate positive life enhancing attitudes. Our newest program “Make Happiness Happen” begins on Sunday, January 7th. The program is free and open to all women in the Tucson Jewish community.

Jonathan’s Walk @ Chaparral Park
Jan 28 @ 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Jonathan’s Walk4Friendship is a 1 mile walk that raises crucial funds and community awareness for The Friendship Circle – a nonprofit organization for individuals with special needs. Jonathan’s Walk4Friendship begins with an inspirational opening ceremony followed by a 1 mile family walk. Upon reaching the finish line, walkers enjoy a post-walk celebration with entertainment, activities, food and much more!

Jonathan was a participant of the Friends at Home program. Together with his buddy, Adam, he spent countless hours enjoying camaraderie, friendship and true acceptance. Their families connected and became fast friends. Their relationship truly reflects what the Friendship Circle is about. In 2010 Jonathan’s soul left this world after a short battle with cancer. It is in his memory that we dedicate this walk.

You can RSVP and get more information at www.JonathansWalk.com

It’s Only a Play @ Phoenix Theatre
Jan 28 @ 2:00 pm

Written by Tony® Award winner Terrence McNally, It’s Only a Play is a celebration of theatre at its best and theatre people at their not-so-best. The show takes place on opening night of Peter Austin’s new play. At the home of his wealthy producer, Peter is joined by his best friend, the show’s aging starlet, the director, and a drama critic, as the unlikely group anxiously awaits the late-night newspaper reviews. It’s Only a Play promises kooky characters and big laughs in a rare comedy that’s as smart as it is funny!

To Tell Our Stories: Holocaust Survivors of Southern Arizona @ March of Remembrance
Jan 28 @ 2:30 pm

Tucson’s Holocaust Survivors share excerpts from their published book “To Tell Our Stories: Holocaust Survivors of Southern Arizona”. You’ll experience their first-hand accounts of survival during World War II.

Men’s Mishnah Class Sundays @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Jan 28 @ 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm

Learn the Mishnah every morning with Rabbi Israel Becker: Monday-Friday 6:15 AM, Shabbos 8:15 AM, Sundays and Major Secular Holidays 7:15 AM.

Jan
29
Mon
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Jan 29 @ 6:15 am – 7:15 am

Learn the Mishnah every morning with Rabbi Israel Becker, Monday-Friday 6:15 AM, Shabbos 8:15 AM and Sundays and Major Secular Holidays 7:15 AM.

Parkinson’s PWR!Moves 2TM @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Jan 29 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

This class includes PWR!Moves 1TM  movements in addition to prone and supine floor exercises. Participants must be able to walk 100 feet on their own with or without a cane or walker.  Free to J members; $5 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7090 or healthandfitness@vosjcc.org.

Judaic Cultural Orchestra: A Tribute to Your Favorite TV Shows @ Tempe Center for the Arts
Jan 29 @ 7:00 pm

Relive those memories of the golden era of television, as you listen to those familiar theme songs from your favorite TV shows.  A new concert, “A Tribute to Television”, will take place January 29th at the Tempe Center for the Arts.  The orchestra, made up of almost 30 members of the Phoenix Symphony, along with vocalists, and dancers, will present almost 40 songs covering comedies, westerns, drams from detective and crime, sci-fi, and all those shows from the 1960s to current. Come and enjoy a magical memory filled journey.  Tickets start at just $20!

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