School’s Out Day @ The J
Mon., Feb. 15
Valley of the Sun JCCSchool’s Out Day @ The J – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
When school is out, Club J is a safe and fun place for your child to spend an enriching time with friends. Activities, include enrichment classes, sports, art, games and more! Fees vary. For more information, contact 480.483.7121 ext. 1275 or youth@vosjcc.org.
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On Monday, Feb. 15, noon, Temple Beth Shalom Sisterhood presents The Arizona Opera who will be bringing its Studio Artists to perform operatic arias in concert. Join us for an elegant luncheon and an opportunity to see these rising stars in person right here in the West Valley. Cost is $18 per person. RSVP by February 8th with a check made out to TBS Sisterhood mailed to Temple Beth Shalom, 12202 N 101st Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351.
Crystal Bridge – Duplicate Games
Mondays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 – Noon-3:30 p.m.
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Regular sanctioned ACBL duplicate games for players with less than 500 master points. Led by ACBL-certified director Maddy Bloom. Enjoy light refreshments and a friendly atmosphere. $9 per player. For information and reservations, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext. 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Let’s Knit
Tuesdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23 – 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 480.483.7121 ext. 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Tues., Feb. 16 – 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Biltmore Financial Center – 2398 E. Camelback Rd., Ste. 180 – Phoenix 85016
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix Business & Professional Groups for its 2016 Economic Outlook featuring Elliott Pollack. Jewish real estate and finance professionals network and learn about the state of business in the Valley, economic trends and more. Includes appetizes and cocktails. $18 for professionals; $10 for students. Register by Feb. 12 at jewishphoenix.org.
Join other Schmooze Singles (30-49) for free line dancing lessons followed by live music and dancing! Food and drinks are available for purchase. This is one Two-Step Twosday you won’t want to miss!
More information can be found on the Facebook event page or Meetup event page.
NowGen Happy Hour
Wed., Feb. 17 – 6-8 p.m.
Macayo’s Scottsdale – 11107 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix’s NowGen for young Jewish adults. Engage, network and have fun with Movies, Music and Margaritas, presented in partnership with the Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival! The first 25 people to register receive a free ticket to the 7 p.m. screening of Rock in the Red Zone. Free, but registration appreciated: jewishphoenix.org/nowgen.
This adult education series provides our community an opportunity to share what we know and to learn about/from others. Each week offers a different keynote speaker, followed by refreshments & socializing.
“What We Need to Know About … Islam, Mormonism & Catholicism” with keynote speakers:
Feb. 10 – Dr. Watheq Alobaidi, Muslim Community Center of Tucson presents “What is Islam?”
Feb. 17 – President Cole Thies, Mormon Church, Tucson Stake presents “Mormons: A Bird’s Eye View”
Feb. 24 – Bishop Gerald Kicanas, Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson presents “Brothers and Sisters in Faith”
RSVP needed by Feb. 8.