Members of the Desert Cactus Chapter of the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework are busy putting final touches on the 2015 Convention, being held for the first time in the Valley. Over 100 women from states such as Georgia, Michigan, New York, Nevada and more will be joined by members from as far away as Calgary for “Desert Journeys,” May 30-June 2 at the Hilton Phoenix/Mesa in Mesa.
The keynote speaker on May 31 will be Marcie Lee, a well-respected teacher and child development consultant. Her topic will be “Juicy and Seedy: The Pomegranate in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish Art.” The remainder of the time will be filled with 32 workshops offering 25 different classes.
Dietary laws will be followed at all meals.
For additional information, visit pomegranateguild.org
(no camp July 3)
All children 2- to 6-years-old are welcome! Enjoy water play, story time, creative movement, playground time, singing with a music specialist, arts & crafts, and weekly guests (with animals, art, instruments, theatre, movement, puppets and more). Secure facility with modern, park-like shaded playground. Snacks provided. M-F; Full days 9:00am – 3:00pm; Half days 9:00am – 12:30pm. Before/After Care 8:00-9:00am and/or 3:00-4:00pm daily for $6 per child, per hour. Call for pricing and space availability. (Discounts offered for CAI members.) For more information, contact Lynne Falkow-Strauss at 520-745-5550 or lynne@caiaz.org
Open to the public, this FREE weekly class for children 9- to 24-months in age and their parent(s) is fun and educational. Participants sing songs, make art projects, read stories, have a snack, and share parenting advice with each other. Please bring your child with a towel, sunscreen already applied, and wearing appropriate “swimwear” and water shoes. Also bring a dry change of clothes for them. For more information, contact Kim at 520-745-5550, ext. 224 or edasst@caiaz.org
(regular schedule resumes Aug. 11)
Learn about the law and lore in the “sea” of Talmud with Rabbi Robert Eisen as we dig deep into the “who, what, where, when, why and how” of living Judaism.
June 2
Music of World War II with guest speaker Dr. Sheldon Winkler.
Sponsored by Hadassah Valley of the Sun Chapter, at 6:45 pm at Pueblo Norte Auditorium, 7090 E Mescal St, Scottsdale.
No charge.
RSVP to Elaine Goldenthal, 480-905-1188 or elaine.hadassah@gmail.com
This informal and lively study discussion led by Rabbi Robert Eisen is open to all. No charge to attend.
What is Torah Studies?
Torah Studies is a weekly text-based Torah study program offered in 275 cities on six continents. Torah Studies was founded in 2004 to provide instructors with well-researched, in-depth classes on the weekly Torah portion. Torah Studies enables students of all backgrounds to gain a true appreciation of cardinal Jewish beliefs and practices.
The Torah Studies Experience
In each session, the Torah Studies student encounters a multi-sensory learning experience including a mix of Jewish texts, discussions, learning activities, illustrative anecdotes, visual aids, and digital multimedia. Jewish texts are weaved together to deepen the student’s understanding of a profound new Torah insight. Lessons focus on contemporary topics of Jewish interest, including personal, social, political, and economical issues. Student textbooks contain readings carefully selected from the entire gamut of Jewish literature including traditional and modern sources. The Torah Studies instructor acts as the guide-on-the-side, rather than the sage-on-the-stage, utilizing modern pedagogic techniques to revolutionize a tradition of classical Jewish learning.
June 4 and 11
The Arab War Against Israel-Why is there still a war after 68 years?
2-session class sponsored by Bureau of Jewish Education and Israel Center of Greater Phoenix.
Taught by Meir Jolovitz.
At 7 pm at Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Rd.
$32 fee.
Register at 480-634-8050.