Calendar of Events

August 2 (Monday) 6:30 PM
Northwest Jewish Connections and Hadassah Book Club, Nanini Library (Ina and Shannon, behind Motor Vehicle Dept.)   Judy Barnett will lead the discussion of the book, The Help by Kathryn Stockett.  Chaired by Kathy Khalsa and Ester Leutenberg.  FREE
 
August 9 (Monday) 6:00 PM 
Rosh Chodesh gathering, open to women of all ages. Join us at the  Oro Valley home of Ester Leutenberg, for dinner where we will sample delicious foods that have either honey or apples in them.  Please bring your honey or apple dish for a potluck, and a copy of the recipe. RSVP to Ester at ester36@gmail.com for directions to her home, to tell her what you are bringing to share, and for more information. FREE
 
August 15 (Sunday) 10:30 AM to noon
Shalom Tucson's Gateway to Our Synagogue's Bagel Brunch.  Tucson JCC at 3800 E. River Road.  Open to anyone wishing to learn about Tucson's vibrant Jewish community, and the opportunities to "get connected." Attendees will be able to chat with representatives from Tucson's congregations, following which they can meet  many of the rabbis from local synagogues.  In addition to the synagogues' tables, there will be organizations and agencies represented.  Shalom Tucson is a project of the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona and the Tucson JCC, and is generously sponsored by Atria Senior Living Group, Madeline Friedman, Realtor with Long Realty, and Soreo Select Custom Home Care Services. For more information call Anne Lowe at Shalom Tucson 577-9393 ext. 130.  Reservations are appreciated. FREE

 
August 16, 23, 30 (Mondays) 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Taste of Judaism series at the Nanini Libray (7300 N. Shannon Road). Introductory classes that offers samplings of Jewish Spirituality, Values and Community. Taught by  Temple Emanu-El's Rabbi Jason Holtz, the classes are designed to deepen one's understanding of Jewish history, practice, rituals and culture, and offers a chance to ask questions about Judaism.  Course includes homemade "tastes" of traditional Jewish foods.  Open to the entire community, Jews and non-Jews. Pre-registration is required. call Mila at 327-4501 x 27. FREE
 
August 22 (Sunday) 10:30 AM/1:10 PM
Diamondback's baseball team's Jewish Heritage Day in Phoenix. Game starts at 1:10 PM, with a bus leaving from Foothills Mall, in the morning at 10:30 AM.  Anne Lowe will be staffing this trip for our Federation, so please plan on joining her! Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Join the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field for the Inaugural Jewish Heritage Day!  Help the D-backs celebrate Arizona's rich Jewish Heritage with special displays, games and great Kosher food. Join JFSA for an afternoon of baseball and fun.  The D-backs Express departs from Foothills Mall (outside the entrance to the World Sports Grille) at 10:30 a.m. sharp.   A percentage of sales will be donated to the JFSA Annual Campaign! The first 5,000 children in attendance will receive a D-backs Back-to-School Kit. Kids run the bases following the game!
 
Game Only: Lower Level Baseline Reserve @ $23* (Reg. $25)
Game & Bus on D-backs Express from Foothills Mall - $41/adult* & $38/child* (12 & under)
 
ORDER DEADLINE:  ORDER MUST BE RECEIVED BY Monday, August 9, 2010
FOR QUESTIONS or RESERVATIONS WITH A CREDIT CARD PLEASE CONTACT:
Karen Graham (520) 577-9393 or ONLINE.

August 27 (Friday) 6:00 PM
Northwest Shabbat Dinner and Services at the Westward Look Resort.  245 E. Ina Road, just east of Oracle. Shabbat dinner of roasted kosher chicken and side dishes (partially provided by Elle Winecountry Restaurant). After dinner, a musical Shabbat evening service led by Rabbi Jason Holtz and Northwest Cantorial Soloist Lori Sumberg.  The cost is $11 for Temple Emanu-El members , $13 for non-members, or sign up for the year at a discounted price; vegetarian option available. For more information, and to RSVP by the Wednesday prior, please call Mila Anderson at 327-4501.