Dr. Zuhdi Jaffer, president and founder of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, will speak at Beth Ami Temple on January 24, 2016. Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, an American Muslim activist nationally recognized for his belief on the “separation of mosque and state”, as well as being vocal opponent of the ideology of “political Islam” will…
Some people drink their tea black, and some like it with sugar and cream. But on Tuesday, Nov. 3, Hadassah Southern Arizona will take delight in Tea with Honey. The chapter will honor Honey Manson, a woman who has given so much to the Tucson Jewish community and who recently celebrated her 90th birthday. In addition…
Pomegranates (rimonim in Hebrew) add color and symbolism to Rosh Hashanah tables worldwide. Here’s why you should try one. By Viva Sarah Press Pomegranate season is underway. Markets are teeming with this glorious red fruit, supermarket shelves are packed with pomegranate juices, and cosmetic stores are promoting pomegranate oil-infused creams. The fruit-with-a-crown is one of…
Family rallies to ensure Casino Night is an award presentation and fundraiser to remember Casino Night 2015 at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center takes on a western flair under starlit skies at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus on Oct. 17. The community is invited to bring out their jeans, boots and…
The Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix announced $2.1 million in allocations for the 2015 campaign, nearly a 12% increase over last year’s allocations of $1.8 million. This year, nearly $1.7 million was committed to local Jewish programs and services and $445,400 was committed to Israel and overseas. “We are so grateful to annual campaign donors…
May 2 Temple B’rith Shalom in Prescott’s Gala Fundraiser at the Prescott Lakes Country Club, 311 E Smoke Tree Lane. $75 per person. 928-708-0018. May 3 Make-the-Call Spring Phone-a-Thon volunteers needed! 9 am-1 pm at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus, 12701 N Scottsdale Road. Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix for food, fun and…
During April we celebrate Passover, Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. While these are very different holidays, they are connected. They remind us of the persecution Jews have faced for millennia, they tell the story of the Jews surviving and thriving by coming together as a community, and they celebrate the vibrancy of Jewish life. Today,…
By Deborah Moon, October 2014 More than twice as many women report suffering from insomnia as men, says the author of Sleep Soundly Every Night; Feel Fantastic Every Day. “Women have a high incidence of restless leg syndrome, PTSD and anxiety disorders,” all of which contribute to insomnia, says Robert S. Rosenberg, DO, FCCP, medical…
