Calendar

Dec
12
Thu
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Dec 12 @ 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.

Mini-Courses Open to the Public @ Beth Emeth Synagogue
Dec 12 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Mini-Courses Open to the Public This year we are offering a series of 3-4 week classes on a variety of topics to interest everyone.  No long term commitment required.  Great for our winter residents.  All classes meet on Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:30 am.  No charge for members, $10/class session for non-members. What you should know about the Israeli government – November 7-21 (3 sessions).  A primer on how the Knesset and the parliamentary system works.  Who are the major parties, what are their main platforms & how do they decide who gets to hold what offices in the country? The Book of Judges: Anarchy & Activism – January 9-30 (4 sessions).  The least known of the major books of the Bible, we explore a time in Israel’s history filled with unlikely heroes & disturbing stories.  The more things change, the more they stay the same. The Lord is My Shepard – February 13-March 5 (4 sessions).  How the most well-known psalm in the Bible can be a source of hope, strength & healing for all of us. You can contact us at Beth Emeth Synagogue at 13702 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West, AZ 85375 or calling us at 623-584-7210 or www.bethemethaz@gmail.com

Tikkun Olam Together Hanukkah Event
Dec 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Tikkun Olam Together provides cultural learning and togetherness opportunities for mothers and their daughters’ grades 6-10 as they work to improve the world – Tikkun Olam. It is an initiative of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix’s Women’s Philanthropy and NowGen divisions.

For more Information Contact: Kelly Harris at TikkunOlam@JewishPhoenix.org or call at 480.481.7010

Dec
13
Fri
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.

Biblical Breakthroughs with Rabbi Israel Becker @ Southwest Torah Institute
Dec 13 @ 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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Shabbat Dinner @ Smile on Seniors
Dec 13 @ 4:45 pm

Come celebrate Shabbat like never before! Enjoy a four course home cooked Shabbat dinner, in a warm and loving atmosphere, with friends and family

Dec
14
Sat
Men’s Mishnah Class Saturdays @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Dec 14 @ 8:15 am – 9:15 am

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.

Camp Shabbat @ Congregation Bet Shalom
Dec 14 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Camp Shabbat for ages 6-10 years at Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E. River Road, Tucson  from 11 am-1 pm. A wonderful, fun, learning experience with Israeli teens. Free. No RSVP required. For more information, call 520-577-1171 or rabbi@cbsaz.org.

Dec
15
Sun
Annual Hanukkah Hot Chocolate Run @ Tucson Jewish Community Center
Dec 15 @ 7:45 am – 10:00 am

Start the holidays off right with some exercise and a treat at the end! Join us at The J for our 2nd Annual Holiday Fun Run Series and participate in a 10K, 5K or 1K Run/Walk. The 10K/5K will be a timed run/walk, while the 1K is a non-timed fun event that you can run or walk, starting in our sculpture garden. We encourage participants to bring the family. The 5K is FREE for kids 6 and under with registered parent (shirt not included). No pets allowed though, sorry! Shirt is not guaranteed after 11/20, so please register early!

Online registration will close at 5pm the day prior to each event. After that, participants can still register race morning starting at 6:30am at The J.

Hearty Instant Pot Recipes @ Valley of the Sun JCC
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

All new: Warrior in the Kitchen Series at the J!

Let’s explore the versatility of the infamous Instant Pot. We’ll cook up some diverse plant-based, one-pot meals that will have your family drooling over the flavorful aromas as they walk in the door at the end of a busy day of work, school and activities! Register by Dec. 12.

Members: $45

Guests: $55

Register at http://vosjcc.org/instantpot

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