Calendar

Nov
2
Fri
Kristallnacht Show @ Tucson Jewish Community Center
Nov 2 – Dec 10 all-day

As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, which took place on November 9, 1938, we are proud to display, “New Works from Broken Glass” presented by different artists in the Tucson community. The show is presented in partnership with the Sonoran Glass School.

Nov
15
Thu
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Nov 15 @ 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
Nov 15 @ 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

Speaker Series @ East Valley Jewish Community Center
Nov 15 @ 11:00 am

On Thursdays, Oct. 4-Nov. 29, the EVJCC’s Open Beit Midrash hosts a speaker series featuring community leaders speaking on a variety of topics. The presentation starts at 11 a.m. and is followed by a kosher lunch.

Speakers and topics

Oct. 4: Karolyn Benger, “Justice in Judaism”
Oct. 11: Andrew Gibbs from Hillel at ASU: “How Campuses Do Advocate for Israel”
Oct. 18: Jake Bennett: “Ingathering of the Exiles: The Many Faces of Israel”
Oct. 25: Rabbi Michael Beyo of the EVJCC: “Was Christopher Columbus Jewish?”
Nov. 1: Rabbi Irwin Wiener: “Mystical Nature of Humans”
Nov. 8: Andrea Cohen of the Jewish Community Foundation: “It’s Not the Amount, It’s the Process”
Nov. 15: No Open Beit Midrash
Nov. 29: Andre Ivory of the EVJCC: “The Battle Over the Book of Isaiah”

Elf: The Musical @ Phoenix Theatre
Nov 15 @ 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!

Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End @ Herberger Theater Center
Nov 15 @ 7:30 pm

We’ve come a long way, baby … A loving tribute to Ohio wife and mother turned longtime Arizona resident who made herself into a national superstar as a best-selling author and syndicated journalist lauded for opening up the secret world of the mother and housewife. A comic look at one of our country’s most beloved voices – a voice that reassures us that yes, the world is sometimes crazy, but if we look at it and laugh, we have most of it covered.

Fun Home @ Phoenix Theatre
Nov 15 @ 8:00 pm

Five-time Tony Award® winner and winner of Best Musical, Fun Home is Alison Bechdel’s coming-of-age journey of self-discovery. Middle-aged cartoonist Alison is joined by two younger versions of herself from pivotal times in her life. They lead us through her dysfunctional childhood, her coming-out, and her father’s death, shortly after his own coming-out. A story of reflection, bittersweet memories, and the moments of pure joy that shine through the darkness, Fun Home is a one-of-a-kind musical experience.

Matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 3 pm.

Grand Opening of The Goldman Mikvah @ Goldman Mikvah
Nov 15 @ 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join us for the grand opening celebration of CBT’s new Mikvah, the first strictly Halachik Mikvah of Scottsdale . The Mikvah is an immersion “pool for purity” specially constructed with reservoirs of naturally collected rain water according to the timeless and ancient wisdom of Jewish tradition. The dedication ceremony will take place at 6:30 pm on Nov 15th, 2018 at CBT.

Keren Vardi, a renowned and international speaker on family purity, marital harmony and intimacy, will be flying in from Jerusalem, Israel to address the audience on the topic “Discover the Mystique of the Mikvah” Tours of the Mikvah will be offered as well. $18 Donation suggested. 

The Goldman Mikvah is a state-of-the-art, beautifully designed and luxuriously appointed facility. It is located in Congregation Beth Tefillah’s convenient location and offers flexible hours for tours, group and individual educational classes, and appointments for use. The attendants, are warm, friendly and happy to provide guidance and support to first time users. Women from all walks of Jewish life are welcomed; each is given individual attention and all questions are answered in a personal and confidential manner. 

The mikvah is a pool of living waters, a pristine reservoir of natural rainwater that transforms and restores, a special private space and moment in time that allows a woman to focus on a total immersion of her body, mind and soul. She connects with her natural rhythms and discovers a freshness, a renewal that brings new energy and sense of completeness within herself. 


Discover the ancient yet timeless secret of Jewish femininity, and the divine key to marital harmony, by learning more about this precious and beloved Jewish tradition. 

Classes are also available free of charge, individually or in small groups. 

The Goldman Mikvah is located in CBT’s brand new location on 6529 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale AZ 85254

To RSVP, arrange a tour, find out more, or schedule an appointment for use email [carousel category=”null” count=”null” columns=”null” title=”show or hide”]
The Goldman Mikvah is a beneficiary of MikvahUSA and named after Bruce and Lisa Goldman because of their endless generosity for this project. 

https://www.bethtefillahaz.org/cbt-grand-opening-weekend.html

Nov
16
Fri
Men’s Mishnah Class Mon-Fri @ Congregation Chofetz Chayim
Nov 16 @ 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.

The Life & Times of Billy Wilder @ Valley of the Sun JCC
Nov 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Humanities professor and actor Gary Zaro discusses the legendary life of director Billy Wilder and shares clips from his celebrated work. Members: $5; Guests: $8. Registration required at vosjcc.org/wilder.

 

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