Calendar

Sep
17
Sat
John Coleman: Past/Present/Future @ Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
Sep 17 2016 @ 9:30 am – May 31 2017 @ 5:00 pm

Images of American Indians infused with the history and mythology of the American West have made John Coleman one of the nation’s most highly regarded contemporary artists. This exhibition, made possible by Frankie and Howard Alper, provides an unparalleled opportunity to examine the career of this pioneering painter, sculptor and influential teacher. It includes creations in charcoal, graphite, oil and bronze, plus some works in progress. Coleman is an award-winning member of the Cowboy Artists of America, a Fellow Member of the National Sculpture Society and a Signature Member of the California Art Club.

 

Museum Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Closed Monday

May
27
Sat
Mermaid Magic @ OdySea Aquarium
May 27 @ 9:00 am – Jun 4 @ 5:00 pm

Mermaid Magic (through June 4). 9am-5pm. Included in admission: $34.95 adults, $24.95 children. Mermaid themed activities and mermaid meet-and-greets. OdySea Aquarium, 9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. 480-291-8000 or odyseaaquarium.com.

Jun
1
Thu
Volunteers for Israel @ Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center
Jun 1 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Information session regarding volunteering in Israel.

Jun
2
Fri
Summer Evenings at OdySea @ OdySea Aquarium
Jun 2 @ 4:00 pm

Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket.  Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day.  Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.

Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value.  Discount for general admission tickets only.  Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.

Tot Shabbat @ Congregation Anshei Israel
Jun 2 @ 5:45 pm – 7:15 pm

Tot Shabbat at 5:45-7:15 pm at Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E 5th St., Tucson. Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. $25 per family (2 adults & up to 4 children). Additional adults $10 per person. RSVP by May 2 to Kim, 520-745-5550 ext. 224 or edasst@caiaz.org.

Jun
3
Sat
Shabbat Experience @ Congregation Bet Shalom
Jun 3 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Shabbat Experience at Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Road, Tucson from 9:30 am-noon. 9:30-10 am Hebrew reading for elementary school-aged children; 11 am-noon conversational Hebrew, prayers, stories, Torah reading for birth to grade 6. Also, join us for PJ Library story time. Free. 520-577-1171 or cbsaz.org.

Summer Evenings at OdySea @ OdySea Aquarium
Jun 3 @ 4:00 pm

Visit OdySea Aquarium after 4 pm Thursday through Saturday evenings in June and July and pay ONLY $25 per general admission ticket.  Plus, for each paid ticket you will receive a $10 voucher that can be used at any OdySea in the Desert restaurant or shop, excluding OdySea Treasures gift shop, that same day.  Aquarium will be open until 8 pm during these events, with an early closing time of 6 pm on June 23, 24, and July 15, 27.

Vouchers are given on-site at the Aquarium, and are a one-time use only and have no cash value.  Discount for general admission tickets only.  Not valid on combo tickets or special encounters.

Schmooze/AVIV Pool Party and BBQ @ Central Phoenix (location to be e-mailed to those who RSVP)
Jun 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Please join Schmooze to celebrate the start to summer with a pool party and a BBQ on Saturday, June 3. The event will be hosted at a private home near Central Avenue and Thomas Road. Note that we will not be having children in attendance at this event due to no fencing around the pool. This event is in partnership with AVIV of Arizona (http://www.avivaz.com). While there is no cost to attend, participants are asked to bring something to grill or a side dish. Schmooze and AVIV will provide burger buns, some side dishes, soft drinks, and water.

Parking information and a specific address will be e-mailed to everyone who RSVP’s through the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/527X3TP.

We look forward to introducing you to other singles and couples in their 30s & 40s as well as to our AVIV of Arizona friends for this fun-filled afternoon/evening!

Jun
4
Sun
S.T.E.A.M. Sundays @ Children’s Museum Tucson
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

S.T.E.A.M. Sundays at the Children’s Museum Tucson, 200 S 6th Ave., Tucson. Features S.T.E.A.M.-based (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) educational programming on Sundays, with reduced admission all day of only $3 per person. 520-792-9985 or childrensmuseumtucson.org.

Community: Jcation Staycation Summer Splash Series @ The Valley of the Sun JCC
Jun 4 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Jcation Staycation Summer Splash Series
Sundays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Valley of the Sun JCC –
12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Grab your towel and spend the afternoon at The J. Two sparkling pools – Fun theme each week – Live DJ – Kids’ activities – Fitness classes – Rockwall – Splash pad and so much more! Everyone welcome! Members and children under 2: Free.  Adult guests: $3; Children over 2: $2. For more information, visit vosjcc.org/summersplash.

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