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   February 2012  
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Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Study excerpts from this treasure trove of Jewish lore, legend & wisdom, Talmud of Rabbi Steinsaltz. No prior experience necessary.
Location: Jewish History Museum, 564 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85702
Contact: Eileen Warshaw, 520-670-9073, jhc@theriver.com
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
FREE! Held in the Gallery at the JCC.
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
The Zohar's secret universe is the basis of Kabbalistic faith and is a work of sacred fantasy. With Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, uses the new translation by Danny Matt. Ongoing classes; $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Rd, Tucson,
Contact: JoAnne Naef, 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
Location: Jewish History Museum, 564 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85702
Contact: Eileen Warshaw, 520-670-9073, jhc@theriver.com
FREE!! Video of "This Song is Old", about the B'nei Menashe Jews of Northeastern India, with the producer of the video, Sabra Minkus as a speaker.
Location: Sun City Social Hall, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley, Select State
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Location: Jewish History Museum, 564 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85702
Contact: Eileen Warshaw, 520-670-9073, jhc@theriver.com
Magnificent adult Tu B’Shevat Wine-tasting Seder: special fruits, nuts, outstanding kosher wines from around the world, festive Shabbat dinner. RSVP required 327-4501.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Rd , Tucson, AZ
Contact: Mila Vasser , 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Join in re-enacting the Exodus story and be inspired as Women of Reform Judaism members lead, chant, and sing the Shabbat morning service, Shabbat Shira, and share the beauty and poetry of the Torah portion, B'Shalach. Kiddush luncheon after the service. RSVP to Carol Blatter at 577-0252 or blatter.carol@gmail.com.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: Carol Blatter, 520-577-0252, carolwblatter@yahoo.com
Selected books by Jewish authors and/or with Jewish content are shared. Held once a month & open to everyone. Most discussions take place Shabbat Afternoons following Kiddush. Moderators facilitate each discussion.
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Vicki Kaufman, 298-0190, vickauf@juno.com
Location: Jewish History Museum, 564 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85702
Contact: Eileen Warshaw, 520-670-9073, jhc@theriver.com
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Rebecca Goodman, 577-9393 x 119, rkunsberg@jfsa.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
As part of this meeting, everyone is invited to participate in the 12th Annual "World Wide Wrap" to join in the mitzvah of putting on tefillin. All ages welcome. Includes breakfast buffet. Men's Club members no charge, guest $4.
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Mark Levine, 520-745-5550, mcmsl@msn.com
Tu B'Shevat Seder, pot luck and Kugel "Kook Off", children's activities include a recycling play, teens and adults will plant trees and help clean up Chaverim's landscaping.
Location: Congregation Chaverim, 5901 E. 2nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: Hilary Lyons, 520-275-7240, education@chaverim.net
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Attaining a Heart of Wisdom: A Blueprint for Living "Teach us how to number our days so that we may attain a heart of wisdom" Psalm 90 Grounded in both the seminal work of Rabbi Zalman Schacter-Shalomi, founder of the Spiritual Eldering Institute and author of "From Aging to Sage-ing", and classic text, this four week series will explore a new template for attaining the heart of wisdom referred to in Psalm 90. Through classic Jewish texts and their modern interpretations, we will explore the shifting o
Location: Jewish Federation of So. AZ, 3822 E. River Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Suzanne Amador, 577-9393 x121, samador@jfsa.org
FREE!! Storytelling/craft activity
Location: Tucson Hebrew Academy, 3888 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Mary Ellen Loebl, 577-9393 x138, pjlibrarytucson@jfsa.org
Read and discuss captivating books and short stories! Meet new people and connect with family and friends in the Israeli book club for fluent Hebrew speakers. A fun, casual atmosphere to socialize, laugh, and share your perspective. FREE!!!
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Fro newcomers to nosh and schmooze together.
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Melissa Hall, 520-577-0388, melissa@jcftucson.org
Unprotected Texts: Controversial Elements in the Bible Examine the Bible's many mixed messages on sex and sexuality, and its lasting influence on hot-button issues from the priesthood to gay marriage, with two leading Biblical scholars, Bart Ehrman & Jennifer Wright Knust.
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Rabbi Robert Eisen, 745-5550 x230, rabbi@caiaz.org
Tu B'Shvat
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Study excerpts from this treasure trove of Jewish lore, legend & wisdom, Talmud of Rabbi Steinsaltz. No prior experience necessary.
Catered luncheon w/guest speaker. Women's League & Men's Club members $10, guests $12.
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Rayna Gellman, 887-8358, rgellman@cox.net
Sefer Book Club discusses “A Model World and Other Stories” by Michael Chabon, with Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon. Join us for great discussion, insight, stimulating argument & good coffee.
Location: Temple Emanu-El , 225 N Country Club Rd , Tucson ,
Contact: JoAnne Naef, 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
The Zohar's secret universe is the basis of Rabbalistic faith and is a work of sacred fantasy. With Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, uses the new translation by Danny Matt. Ongoing classes: $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: JoAnne Naef, 327-4501, jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Family Shabbat Dinner 5:30pm followed by a Rock Shabbat service with the Avanim Rock band. A joyful, musical celebration of Shabbat!
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Rd , Tucson, AZ
Contact: Mila Vasser , 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Israeli artists come to share their expertise in different artistic mediums throughout the community.
Location: different locations, , , Select State
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Location: Jewish History Museum, 564 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85702
Contact: Eileen Warshaw, 520-670-9073, jhc@theriver.com
Location: private home, , , Select State
Contact: Rebecca Goodman, 577-9393 x 119, rkunsberg@jfsa.org
fundraiser
Location: TBD, , , Select State
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
Trees are regarded as special gifts from God and are symbols of goodness and nobility. We observe Tu B'Shevat by eating fruits grown on trees from the Land of Israel. This family program will include a short nature walk, a seder with assorted fruits, and each attendee will plant a parsley seedling to take home for use on Passover! There is NO CHARGE to attend; however, reservations are required.
Location: McDonald Park, Catalina Highway/Snyder Road, , Select State
Contact: Barb Neuman, 520-745-5550 ext 242, barb@caiaz.org
For Jewish women with or have had cancer.
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Andrea Siemens, 520-795-0300, msiemens@comcast.net
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Learn reading & comprehension skills for Jewish worship and vocabulary, with Cantorial Soloist Marjorie Hochberg. $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: Mila Vasser, 520-327-4501, mila@templeemanueltucson.org
In its fourth year, RHIAGT is a program that uses Jewish teachings to help pre-teen and teenage girls make helathy life choices and to strengthen their Jewish identity, leadership skills and self-esteem. All Jewish girls in 6th through 9th grades who live in Tucson and the surrounding area are welcome to participate. Autumn Wiley, MA is a Doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at the U of A with a background in Women's Studies, and has led the program for the last three years. This program is open to th
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Rabbi Robert Eisen, 745-5550 x230, rabbi@caiaz.org
Attaining a Heart of Wisdom: A Blueprint for Living "Teach us how to number our days so that we may attain a heart of wisdom" Psalm 90 Grounded in both the seminal work of Rabbi Zalman Schacter-Shalomi, founder of the Spiritual Eldering Institute and author of "From Aging to Sage-ing", and classic text, this four week series will explore a new template for attaining the heart of wisdom referred to in Psalm 90. Through classic Jewish texts and their modern interpretations, we will explore the shifting o
Location: Jewish Federation of So. AZ, 3822 E. River Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Suzanne Amador, 577-9393 x121, samador@jfsa.org
“An Evening with Madame F” Claudia Stevens, Musician/Monologue Artist & Visiting Scholar, The College of William and Mary http://judaic.arizona.edu/pozez Sponsored by: The University of Arizona, Arizona Center for Judaic Studies The Shaol Pozez Memorial Lectureship Series is made possible by the generous support of the Pozez Families; The Pozez Family Fund at the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona; The Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona Compelling Needs Grant; The Tucson Jewish Commun
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jeanne Davenport, 626-5759, sbs-judaic@email.arizona.edu
Study excerpts from this treasure trove of Jewish lore, legend & wisdom, Talmud of Rabbi Steinsaltz. No prior experience necessary.
So many sites....so little time! Come and plan you trip.
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Location: Congregation Or Chadash, 3939 N Alvernon, Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
The Zohar's secret universe is the basis of Rabbalistic faith and is a work of sacred fantasy. With Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, uses the new translation by Danny Matt. Ongoing classes: $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: JoAnne Naef, 327-4501, jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
Spirit-filled service (5:45PM) led by students 3rd-5th graders in the Religious School & in THA. Dinner at 6:45PM. Dinner $25/family (up to 2 adults & 4 children); additional adults $10/person.
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Rabbi Ben Herman, 745-5550 x228, eddirector@caiaz.org
Temple Emanu-El's Talent Show sponsored jointly by the Women of Reform Judaism and the Men's Club. A great show for all ages! Don't miss it.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Rd , Tucson, AZ
Contact: Mila Vasser , 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Location: TBD, , , Select State
Learn reading & comprehension skills for Jewish worship and vocabulary, with Cantorial Soloist Marjorie Hochberg. $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: Mila Vasser, 520-327-4501, mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Sunday Night at the Jewish Movies presents award-winning film "Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired," discussion and great movie refreshments. $5 fee cost of refreshments.
Location: Temple Emanu-El , 225 N Country Club Rd , Tucson ,
Contact: JoAnner Naef, 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
President's Day
Attaining a Heart of Wisdom: A Blueprint for Living "Teach us how to number our days so that we may attain a heart of wisdom" Psalm 90 Grounded in both the seminal work of Rabbi Zalman Schacter-Shalomi, founder of the Spiritual Eldering Institute and author of "From Aging to Sage-ing", and classic text, this four week series will explore a new template for attaining the heart of wisdom referred to in Psalm 90. Through classic Jewish texts and their modern interpretations, we will explore the shifting o
Location: Jewish Federation of So. AZ, 3822 E. River Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Suzanne Amador, 577-9393 x121, samador@jfsa.org
Location: Hacienda Del Sol, Hacienda Del Sol Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Karen Graham, 577-9393 ext 118, kgraham@jfsa.org
Study excerpts from this treasure trove of Jewish lore, legend & wisdom, Talmud of Rabbi Steinsaltz. No prior experience necessary.
An exciting, informative and thought provoking adult education series, bringing different aspects of the Jewish connection to the land and country of Israel. Join the discussion - talk Israel.
Location: Congregation Or Chadash, 3939 N Alvernon, Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Eileen Ruddell, 512-8500, office@orchadash-tucson.org
The Zohar's secret universe is the basis of Rabbalistic faith and is a work of sacred fantasy. With Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, uses the new translation by Danny Matt. Ongoing classes: $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: JoAnne Naef, 327-4501, jnaef@templeemanueltucson.org
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Rabbi Robert Eisen, 745-5550 x230, rabbi@caiaz.org
Ride on in for this Tucson tradition - our annual Rodeo Shabbat. Wear your best western duds!
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club Rd, Tucson,
Contact: Mila Vasser, 520-327-4501, 520-327-4504 mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Location: Sabino Canyon, , , Select State
Contact: Rebecca Goodman, 577-9393 x119, rgoodman@jfsa.org
Learn reading & comprehension skills for Jewish worship and vocabulary, with Cantorial Soloist Marjorie Hochberg. $45 members, $60 non-members.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 225 N Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716
Contact: Mila Vasser, 520-327-4501, mila@templeemanueltucson.org
Everyone 65+ is welcome to attend these casual events to include entertainment, socializing & refreshments. FREE
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Barb Neuman, 520-745-5550 ext 242, barb@caiaz.org
Everyone 65+ is welcome to attend these casual events to include entertainment, socializing & refreshments. FREE
Location: Congregation Anshei Israel, 5550 E Fifth St, Tucson, AZ 85711
Contact: Barb Neuman, 520-745-5550 ext 242, barb@caiaz.org
Attaining a Heart of Wisdom: A Blueprint for Living "Teach us how to number our days so that we may attain a heart of wisdom" Psalm 90 Grounded in both the seminal work of Rabbi Zalman Schacter-Shalomi, founder of the Spiritual Eldering Institute and author of "From Aging to Sage-ing", and classic text, this four week series will explore a new template for attaining the heart of wisdom referred to in Psalm 90. Through classic Jewish texts and their modern interpretations, we will explore the shifting o
Location: Jewish Federation of So. AZ, 3822 E. River Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Suzanne Amador, 577-9393 x121, samador@jfsa.org
Alon Velan, Reporter & Editor for IBA (Israel Broadcasting Authority) will speak about media in Israel today. FREE!!
Location: Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd (Dodge & River), Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Jennifer Ferrell, 577-9393 x133, IsraelCenter@jfsa.org
Location: Wells Fargo Advisors, 7630 N. Oracle Road, , Select State
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
Location: Wells Fargo Advisors, 7630 N. Oracle Road, , Select State
Contact: Anne Lowe, 520-577-9393 x130, alowe@jfsa.org
Study excerpts from this treasure trove of Jewish lore, legend & wisdom, Talmud of Rabbi Steinsaltz. No prior experience necessary.
Meet the authors at a dinner at the lovely home of Ruthann Pozez
Location: Home of Ruthann Pozez, Oakmont Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718
Contact: Steve Seltzer, 520-299-3788, seltz5001@aol.com
Note: All Jewish holidays start at sundown of the day before