March 2001
Annual Purim Carnival
Saturday, March 4th, Noon to 3 p.m.
Join us on for a rollicking good time at the Annual Purim Carnival, located in Rotary Park (adjacent to the JCC at 1965 E. Hermosa Drive in Tempe). This year's carnival promises to be the best ever and features:- Games
- Booths
- Pony Rides
- Petting Zoo
- Face Painting
- Moon Walk
- The KID ZONE includes Orbitron
- Costume Parade
- Balloonologist
- And much more!
The carnival is sponsored by Temple Beth Sholom, Temple Emanuel and the East Valley JCC. Please look for parking in the west soccer field.
You and Your Health
"Hope You're Feeling Good and How To Stay That Way" is the topic Dr. Art Mollen will address at the JCC on Tuesday, March 20, at 7:00 p.m.A bestseller author, Dr. Mollen has appeared on national television shows such as the Larry King Show, Oprah, Sally Jesse Raphael and Good Morning America. He appears weekly on KTVK-TV Channel 3, hosts a weekly call in show on KTAR, and writes a syndicated newspaper column which appears across the country.
Sponsored by the East Valley JCC and Temple Emanuel, the program is open to the community. There is no admission fee.
April Fool's Game Night
You don't have to wait until April 1 to enjoy a little foolishness. Howard Paley & David Cukier, our resident court jesters, have planned an evening of fun, food, games and merriment. Team games such as "So? You Want To Be A Millionaire?," "Family Feud" and "Trivial Pursuit" will take on a uniquely zany twist.March 31, 7 p.m.
At East Valley JCC
$12.50 per person
Pizza, Beverages, Snacks
RSVP by March 28
Adults Only!
AROUND THE CENTER
Bowling for Bucks
Fifty-five bowlers and their "cheerleaders" arrived at Kyrene Lanes on Saturday, Feb. 17 to raise dollars for the East Valley JCC. And raise dollars they did! According to Jill Barenbaum, the annual event chairperson, "This was the best bowl-a-thon yet." Everyone had a great time with the altered format of two games. More than forty revelers congregated at Nellos' for post bowling eats and drinks. Congrats to Jill, all the winners, and all the participants who made the JCC a winner! |
Male | Female |
| High Game | Robert Greenwood | Jill Barenbaum |
| High Series | Allen Benedict | Mayta Spitz |
David Wattel, Alan Blau and Deena Cukier were the high money makers. Thanks guys!
Diane Wattel, David Cukier and Deena Cukier admire
David's Bowl-A-thon T-shirt at the recent fund-raiser.
Thank You, Brian
A BIG thank you to Brian Higgins for the delightful graphic design he created for the JCC School T-shirts. They were a big hit with children and adults alike!Super Sunday
Super Sunday is one of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix's largest campaign events of the year, with hundreds of volunteers from the entire community. The contributions raised are designated toward the 2001 campaign and support humanitarian, social and educational programs in the Valley, in Israel and around the world. Super Sunday is March 25. Join the East Valley JCC contingency for the 11:30-1:30 p.m. shift. If you are interested in volunteering, call the Federation at (602) 274-1800 or contact Ilene at (480) 897-0588.United Way
We thank you for designating your annual United Way contributions to the JCC and helping to support our ongoing programs and services to the community.Now Accepting Nominations
We are in the process of soliciting names of great people whom you think could be great Board members. If you know of anyone you would like to recommend, please contact Allen Benedict, Nominations Chairperson, or any JCC Board member.Tributes
General Fund
To Ellen WidmerWith best wishes for her recovery
From Cynthia Benedict
To Nisim and Zehira Dadon
In honor of the birth of their son, Elidor David
From the Board and Staff of the JCC
To Marsha Nicolls
In memory of Sol Handelman
From Richard, Linda , and Leah Rickel
Seniors' Terrific Tuesdays
Programming for Terrific Tuesdays focuses on the active senior interested in a variety of educational and social presentations. All East Valley residents are welcome. Membership in the JCC is not a requirement for attendance.Arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for commentary by Rabbi Green. Refreshments are served.
Tuesday, March 6th 10:30 a.m. - "Readers Advocate," Richard de Uriarte" of the Arizona Republic will be our guest speaker. It promises to be a stimulating morning. Purim songs from our kids.
Tuesday, March 13th at 10:30 a.m. - Today we will enjoy a program called "the History of Haggadoth" presented by Diane Wolfthal, Associate Professor of Art History at ASU.
Tuesday, March 20th at 10:30 a.m. - Charlene Vincent, Volunteer Coordinator of Chrysalis House, a shelter for abused women, will update us on the latest resources they offer to their clients.
Tuesday, March 27th at 10:30 a.m. - For our pleasure, entertainment by musician Jim Bing. Songs old and new.
Singles
Join the East Valley Jewish Singles 35-55, on March 10 for an exciting evening of good food, wine, and conversation on the patio at AJ's Fine Foods, 7131 W. Ray Road, in Chandler, from 6:30-9:00pm. The cost of $20 includes a cooking demonstration by one of AJ's finest chefs who'll demonstrate easy to prepare dishes for the entertaining. RSVP to Joyce (480) 759-8411 by March 7.March Book Club
March 26, 7 p.m.We Were The Mulvaney's
By Joyce Carol Oates
Meeting hosted by Marsha Speicher
SCHOOL • YOUTH • CAMP
Day School Shabbat
Friday evening, February 2, saw 55 parents, children and staff gathered at the JCC for the first annual Day School Shabbat. Amy and Jacob Bley enjoy the Day School Family Shabbat dinner. |
Facilitated by Linda Feldman from the bureau of Jewish Education, those assembled blessed and lit Shabbat candles, said kiddush & ha-motsi and enjoyed a delicious kosher Shabbat meal. Children went home with a Shabbat kit containing a challah, challah cover, kiddush cup and candlesticks, which they had made as part of a special focus on the Sabbath. |
Purim
Purim is just around the corner and plans are underway for a festive celebration at the JCC's schools. Our staff will be presenting their hilarious rendition of the Purim shpiel for the children's enjoyment and, this year, all staff will come to work in costume. The revelry will be further enhanced with Purim songs, hamentashen and graggers made by each class.Help Wanted!
Just another reminder that we are accepting job applications for the 2001-02 school year. At this time it appears that we will need to hire at least one teacher's aide and one, possibly two teachers. The teaching positions require a degree in Elementary Education. Call Cynthia at (480) 897-0588 for information.Daddy & Me
Hey, batter, batter! We're off to a Spring Training game! Join in the fun as we watch the San Francisco Giants take on the Chicago White Sox's on Sunday, March 25th. The first pitch will be thrown at 1:05 p.m. Call Lisa at (480) 897-0588 to buy your tickets!Youth Clubs
This month's Youth Club activity is a trip to Lowe's Home Improvement to make a special project! All 3 youth clubs will be together on Tuesday March 20th from 6:30 to 8:00pm. RSVP Lisa (480) 897-0588) by Monday March 19th.Spring Break Camp
Fun, Arts & Crafts, Sports and so much more!
March 12 - March 16
9:00am - 4:00pm.
Additional daycare hours available from 7-9 am and 4-6 pm
Ages: 3 (potty trained) thru 6th grade.
Enroll by the day or for the week.
Call Lisa, (480) 897-0588 for more details
Summer Fun is Coming
The East Valley JCC Summer Camp Shalom 2001 begins registration on Monday, April 2. The theme for Shalom 2001 focuses on the ties that bind the peoples of Israel and the United States. Another summer highlight will feature a reunion of past JOT and East Valley JCC campers. Wolfman Jack, his cub, and an enthusiastic Camp reunion committee will plan a host of great activities to celebrate twenty-eight years of camp in the East Valley and the last year of camp in our present location.Camp dates are June 4 - August 10. Call Lisa at (480) 8987-0588 for more information.
Summer Stock 2001
Summer Stock is back and this year's show will be better than ever! Summer Stock is an after camp theatrical experience that offers a unique, non-competitive ensemble for children entering Kindergarten thru 8th grade. This year's production will be taking on the old time favorite "Snow White", but if you saw last year's production of "The Wizard of Oz" you know that "Snow White" will be a show like you've never seen before! Each child will have the opportunity to act, dance, sing, and work on the set, lights and costumes.Rehearsals are on Monday's and Thursday's (added Wednesday rehearsals for selected roles). Your child does not have to attend the JCC Summer Day Camp Program to participate in Summer Stock 2001. Placement auditions begin on Monday June 18th at 3:00pm. Rehearsals begin Thursday June 20th. Dress rehearsal is Friday August 3rd and performances are Sunday August 5th at 1:00pm & 6:00pm. Bring your imagination, your loudest voice and get ready to have some fun! For more information contact Lisa at (480) 897-0588.