Calendar

Dec
12
Wed
Elf: The Musical @ Phoenix Theatre
Dec 12 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Raised by Christmas elves, Buddy always felt a little…different. When Santa reveals to him that he’s actually a human being, Buddy goes on an adventure to the magical realm of New York City to find his father and learn what it means to be a human. This jolly musical is a must for any fan of Buddy the elf, Santa Claus, and all things Christmas!

Dec
13
Thu
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Dec 13 @ 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.

CREATING A WORK OF JEWISH ART: PERFORMANCE @ Tucson JCC
Dec 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create your art for the big stage?  Would you like to come together with other creative spirits and produce a work of Jewish Art?

Just imagine collaborating to create a theme where you contribute both your art: musician, writer, visual artist or dancer, etc., as a ‘solo’ journey, and as a fusion of all the arts combined, culminating in a momentous, performance.

If you want to bring your art to the next level, this is the class for you!  Note:  Some of you may not want to perform, but may choose to create work, performed by others, in your group.  This is perfectly acceptable!

Instructor:  Debra Levasseur-Lottman/Presenter, Choreographer-Performer/Dance Educator B.A., Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago &  MFA, In Studio, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Arts & Culture: The Making of Modern @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Dec 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Explore the pivotal years in modern art when Picassso, Matisse, Stravinsky, Hemingway and Stein revolutionized the arts. Jeri Benoit shares this remarkable story. Members: $5; Guests: $8. Registration required at vosjcc.org/modern.

To Vaccinate or Not: A Jewish Approach @ Jewish Community Foundation
Dec 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class will look at the history of vaccinations in the Jewish religious community and analyze the Jewish ethical principles that surround the topic. We will focus on responsibility for one’s self, one’s inner circle, one’s community, and the global community at large, as well as the concept of herd immunity and pandemics according to Jewish law. We will also discuss treatment options dealing with such issues as availability, distribution, and prophylaxis. This seminar will also explore Buber’s I and Thou as it pertains to the subject matter.

ABOUT THIS SPEAKER: Rabbi Lila Kagedan is a dual Canadian and American citizen, the first Orthodox woman to adopt the title of rabbi. Rabbi Kagedan holds degrees and certificates from Midreshet Lindenbaum, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, The University of Toronto, Harvard University, The Medstar Washington Hospital Center and Massachusetts General Hospital and is a Shalom Hartman Institute RLI fellow. She is also a Hadassah Brandeis Institute-Gender, Culture, Religion and Law Research Associate. She was ordained in 2015, by Yeshivat Maharat and in early 2016 assumed a post at the New Jersey Orthodox synagogue Mount Freedom Jewish Center. She is now the senior rabbi at the Walnut Street Synagogue in Chelsea, MA. She is also the founder of the Sulam School in Brookline, MA. Rabbi Kagedan is an instructor of bioethics at New York Medical College and is a clinical ethicist as well as a chaplain in hospitals and hospices. She is currently studying for Yadin Yadin smicha.

Elf: The Musical @ Phoenix Theatre
Dec 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Raised by Christmas elves, Buddy always felt a little…different. When Santa reveals to him that he’s actually a human being, Buddy goes on an adventure to the magical realm of New York City to find his father and learn what it means to be a human. This jolly musical is a must for any fan of Buddy the elf, Santa Claus, and all things Christmas!

Dec
14
Fri
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Dec 14 @ 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.

Biblical Breakthroughs with Rabbi Israel Becker @ Southwest Torah Institute
Dec 14 @ 12:00 pm

Get a “life lift” every Friday! Join Rabbi Becker for stimulating and provocative discussions based on the Torah portion, the Talmud and commentaries. Each week participants together will “plunge” into the sacred texts leading to challenging questions and healthy debate. In our pursuit of truth our thoughts crystallize and we emerge each week with “breakthrough” lessons that reshape our values, enhance our character and bring refreshing new meaning to our lives.

Contact Rabbi Becker at 520-747-7780 for more information. The program is free and open to all men and women in the Tucson Jewish community.

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Frances Smith Cohen’s Snow Queen @ Herberger Theater Center
Dec 14 @ 2:00 pm

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s magical wintry fairy tale and set to Prokofiev’s lush score, Center Dance Ensemble brings the wicked “Snow Queen” to life! Families will delight in the mystical world of sprites, gypsies and ice maidens, while young Gerda seeks to rescue Kai from the evil crystal palace. A cherished holiday classic and Valley favorite!

Presented by Center Dance Ensemble

Afternoon & Evening Performances at Stage West, Herberger Theater Center:

Saturdays, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 2018 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Sundays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 2018 at 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm.

Regular-$28.00
Seniors-$23.00
Students-$14.00

Lunch Time Dance Theater Performance at Stage West, Herberger Theater Center:

Fridays, Dec. 7 and 14, 2017, at 12:10 pm

$7 Admission

Audience members can bring or buy lunch

Elf: The Musical @ Phoenix Theatre
Dec 14 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Raised by Christmas elves, Buddy always felt a little…different. When Santa reveals to him that he’s actually a human being, Buddy goes on an adventure to the magical realm of New York City to find his father and learn what it means to be a human. This jolly musical is a must for any fan of Buddy the elf, Santa Claus, and all things Christmas!

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