Resource Guide 2016-2017: Lifecycle Listing

SIMCHA VENDORS

MOLHO PHOTOGRAPHY
Yaakov Molho, Partner
Pinina Zober, Partner
111 E Dunlap Ave., #290, Phoenix
602-758-1621 Pinina
602-703-6775 Yaakov
2photoforyou@cox.net
molhophotography.com
Yaakov and Pinina are professional photographers who work as a team and love what they do. They believe it is a privilege to capture emotions and visual family stories at a point in time. They put you at ease for formal shots as well as capture candid moments for once in a lifetime memories. Call for bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, birthdays, baby naming, family & pet portraits, life & memorial ceremonies and business events.

SIMCHA VENUES

ANCALA COUNTRY CLUB
Amy McKee, Event Sales Coordinator
11700 E Via Linda, Scottsdale
480-391-3056 • ancalacc.com
amckee@ancalacc.com
Ancala Country Club, with stunning views of Camelback Mountain, the natural beauty of the McDowell Mountains and the golf course, sets the canvas for breath-taking photos. Ancala’s elegant ballroom with its high ceilings and the charming courtyard patio strung with soft white globe lights is the perfect venue for your bar/bat mitzvah, wedding, social or business event. Our team exemplifies country club customer service making you and your event unique and special.

ARIZONA JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center
Mel Kessler, Board President
Dr. Lawrence Bell, Ph.D., Executive Director
Jeffrey Schesnol, PMP, Ordained Madrikh, Associate Executive Director
Kendra Schroeder, Events Manager
122 E Culver St., Phoenix
602-241-7870 • azjhs.org
jschesnol@azjhs.org
Beautifully restored historic venue is available for weddings, B’nai Mitzvot and celebrations. Open to people of all faiths. Main hall has original hardwood floors and 10 foot arched windows; also a museum gallery and lovely outdoor garden terrace.

LIVEWIRE
Uzra Vo, Event Coordinator
7320 E Indian Plaza, Scottsdale
480-429-6000 • livewireaz.com
events@eegaz.com
Looking for an unforgettable venue to throw your next mitzvah? Evening Entertainment Group has pioneered the art of event planning in Arizona. Our concepts – Livewire Entertainment Venue and The Mint Ultra Lounge – are undeniably the Valley’s most exclusive event destinations and have everything you will need to make your mitzvah memorable. Let us make your experience stress free and seamless with our professional team and turn-key properties.

ODYSEA AQUARIUM
Amram Knishinsky, PhD, Founder & CEO
Ran Knishinsky, Chief Marketing Officer
9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
480-291-8000
odyseaaquarium.com
eventsales@odyseaaquarium.com
Incorporate the extraordinary into your special event at OdySea Aquarium! Have a wedding by the water or sip cocktails while gazing at fascinating sea life. From intimate receptions and bar/bat mitzvahs to corporate gatherings and black tie galas, OdySea Aquarium provides a unique experience and lasting memories. Offering a variety of venue space options, your event can be customized to fit your vision and needs and the guest list can even include an otter or a penguin!

PHOENIX ART MUSEUM
Cori Souza, Event Sales Manager
1625 N Central Ave., Phoenix
602-307-2019 • phxart.org
events@phxart.org
Whether planning a small meeting or an upscale dinner party, Phoenix Art Museum offers a truly unique setting with a variety of spaces that can be tailored for any occasion. The classically progressive architectural design of the Museum, combined with our 18,000-piece art collection and special exhibitions will inspire all aspects of your event.

W SCOTTSDALE
Ren Hirose, General Manager, GMRen.Hirose@whotels.com
Special Events & Weddings,
480-970-2136
wscottsdale.weddings@whotels.com
wscottsdale.events@whotels.com
Sales, 480-970-2132
trinna.turner@whotels.com
7277 E Camelback Road, Scottsdale
480-970-2100
wscottsdalehotel.com
Discover Scottsdale’s most stylish hotel with Arizona’s only chilled pool, conveniently located in the city’s vibrant Entertainment District within walking distance from world class shopping, dining and nightlife. Our sultry oasis features 230 guest rooms including 33 lavish suites, 10,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor event space, three lively destination bars – Living Room Lounge, Shade Lounge and WET – Bliss Spa, Sushi Roku restaurant, W Hotels The Store and the Whatever/Whenever concierge service.

GENETIC TESTING

JEWISH GENETIC DISEASES CENTER OF GREATER PHOENIX
12701 N Scottsdale Road #201, Scottsdale
480-668-3347 • GetScreenedAZ.org
(See full listing in Agencies & Organizations)

MOHELS

PAUL BLOCK, MD, FACS
5750 W Thunderbird Road #B-200, Glendale
602-375-1700

RICHARD DOBRUSIN, DO
1124 E McKellips Road #110, Mesa
480-882-7370

KEITH DVEIRIN, MD
7340 E Speedway #104, Tucson
520-547-7045

STEVEN HAUBEN, MD
3301 N Miller Road #170, Scottsdale
480-661-4131

RABBI MENDY LIPSKIER
11010 N Saguaro Blvd. #105, Fountain Hills
480-776-4763

ROBERT S. LIPSON, MD
2525 E Arizona Biltmore Circle #C-236, Phoenix
602-426-9772

RABBI YOSEF SEMEL
Phoenix
602-326-3885

ALAN B. SINGER, MD
602-705-3501

MIKVAHS (MIKVAOT)

MIKVAH CHAYA MUSHKA
Chabad of Phoenix
2110 E Lincoln Dr., Phoenix
602-944-2753 • chabadaz.com

MIKVAH OF TUCSON
Congregation Young Israel
2443 E Fourth St., Tucson
520-326-8362

PERACH YISROEL COMMUNITY MIKVEH
(also kailim mikvah)
Congregation Chofetz Chayim
5150 E Fifth St., Tucson
520-747-7780

PHOENIX KEILIM MIKVAH
(FOR UTENSILS)
6516 N Seventh St., Phoenix
602-348-1475

STEIN FAMILY COMMUNITY MIKVEH
Congregation Beth Israel
10460 N 56th St., Scottsdale
480-951-0323 ext. 141

CHEVRA KADISHA
(BURIAL SOCIETY)

CHEVRA KADISHA OF NORTHERN ARIZONA
Temple B’rith Shalom
2077 Brohner Way, Prescott
928-708-0018

CEMETERIES & MORTUARIES

BETH EL SYNAGOGUE CEMETERY
Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery
2300 W Van Buren St., Phoenix
602-944-3359

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL CEMETERY
305 S 35th Ave., Phoenix
480-951-0323

EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY & CEMETERY
5801 E Grant Road, Tucson
520-885-6741

EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY
3015 N Oracle Road, Tucson
520-428-7793

GREEN ACRES MORTUARY AND CEMETERY
Sections for Har Zion, Temple Emanuel of Temple and Temple Solel
401 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale
480-945-2654

MARANA MORTUARY CEMETERY
12146 W Barnett Road, Marana
520-682-9900

MT. SINAI CEMETERY
Sandy Rife, General Manager
24210 N 68th St., Phoenix
480-585-6060
mtsinaicemetery.com
info@ mtsinaicemetery.com
Mt. Sinai is a Jewish cemetery that cares about the Jewish community. The cemetery is Jewish owned and operated, and welcomes both Jewish and intermarried families. Sidewalks in front of every grave provide the utmost respect, and the beautiful outdoor pavilion can be used for funeral services. Our caring and professional staff provides every family with exceptional customer care. Preplanning is available and prices are guaranteed – it’s a gift you give to your family.

SINAI MORTUARY OF ARIZONA
Jonathan Perlman, 3rd Generation Jewish Funeral Director
4538 N 16th St., Phoenix
602-248-0030
sinaimortuary.net
sinaimortuary@cox.net
The Valley’s only Jewish Funeral Home. Established in 1971. Member of the Jewish Funeral Directors of America.