November 2001
Celebrate Jewish Book Month in November
For the Adults
Join Trudi Alexy, author of "Mezzuzah in the Madonna's Foot" winner of the 1994 Jewish Book Council Award on Sunday, Nov. 12, 4pm at the JCC.Ms. Alexy carries her audiences back 50 years to her life in Prague, Paris and Barcelona s she fled with her family from one country to the next. Their harrowing journey involved converting first to Lutheranism and then days later to Catholicism so they could live freely in Spain, their destination, until they reached the United States in 1941.
A mesmerizing speaker, Ms. Alexy recounts her journey back to Judaism as well as the stories of Marrano Jews forced hide their Jewish identity from the world in order to survive. Following her lecture, Ms. Alexy will sign copies of the mezuzah in the Madonna's Foot" for purchase at the lecture. Admission is $8 in advance, $10 at the door and for seniors (65+) $6 in advance, $8 at the door.
For the Kids
Family Pajama Party
A special evening has been planned for you your children!
Bring the kids dressed in pajamas, their pillows and favorite stuffed animal for a family pajama party at the JCC. Join marvelous story teller, Janet Arnold, director of the Arizona Jewish Theater Company and Linda Feldman, Family Education Director for the Bureau of Jewish Education for an evening of stories and crafts. Make an decorate a Shema pillow to take home. Only one pillow per family. Geared for children ages 3 to 7, cost is $6 per family. A bedtime snack of cookies and milk provided by the Early Childhood Committee will top off the evening. Only a limited number of pillows available so register early!
Children under the Center's sukkah.
Hollywood's Image of Jews: Visibilty and Invisibility
On Tuesday, November 21, at 7:30PM, the second in the series celebrating Jewish contributions to American popular culture will be presented at the East Valley JCC, Dr. Michael Rubinoff will discuss transformation from "The Jazz Singer" the first "talkie" which was such a profoundly Jewish movie to the decades following in which there was virtually no Jewish themes included in movies. Dr. Rubinoff will explain the climate and the mind set of the Jewish movie moguls and how the struggle with assimilation affected the "Golden Era" of Hollywood. Registration fees are $10 adults and $8 senior adults.AROUND THE CENTER
Planning Committee Update
By now, everyone should know that August 31, 2001 will mark the end of our 17 year stay at our current location which we lease from the Tempe elementary School District.Our hard working planning committee meets weekly to discuss the relocation of our Center and investigate all leads which could result in a new "home" for the JCC.
The JCC Board of Managers has made a unanimous commitment to provide the seed money for a relocation fund. The proceeds from this fund will be used to cover the cost of moving, build-out of a new facility, permits, architect's fees, etc. This is the time when JCC members can stand up and be counted among those who support the continued presence of our JCC in the Southeast valley.
Tribute contributions can now be designated to the general fund which benefits the on-going programs at the JCC or the relocation fund which will be directed to the costs incurred for the restricted fund which will address our impending move.
A beautiful tribute card will be sent from the JCC commemorating various simchas i.e. new home, birthday, new baby anniversary, job promotion, graduation thank yous etc. or in honor or memory of someone. Tribute opportunities start at only $5.00. Call or stop by the office for more information.
Tributes
General Fund
Congratulation to the Primaks on the birth of their son Griffin, from the Board and Staff of the JCC.Relocation Fund
In memory of their daughter, Rachel Lorraine, from Jonathan and Karen Andell.From Alice and Chuck Gartell.
In honor of Aaron Blau's 21st birthday from Ilene and Alan Blau.
Anonymous.
Food for Families
For the second year, our mitzvah project "Food for Families" has been a great success.Children and their parents contributed canned or boxed, non-perishable food items which will be donated to one of the many food banks in the Valley.
It's a wonderful feeling to know that because of their generosity and caring, needy adults and children will have plenty of food for the holidays.
Welcome New Members
Bruce Bauman and Leigh SchnaidtMeir Cohen
Ron and Ahuva Golan
Uri and Gilat Hazeneshprong
Kenneth and Catherine Raveling
Bill and Pamela Taylor
Remember Entertainment 2000 Books expire this month!
Entertainment 2001 Books are in!
$35 each
SCHOOL • YOUTH • CAMP
Meet the Staff
It is a pleasure to welcome Jennifer Terry to the staff of the East Valley JCC Day School. Assigned as a second grade teacher's aide, Jennifer also helps out in the first grade c lass and supervises after school daycare.Jennifer is a newcomer to Arizona by way of Stillwater, Oklahoma. She attended Oklahoma State University where she was an education major.
Her experience working with children includes the Oklahoma Special Olympics and as a teacher's aide in an early childhood center.
Jennifer is responsible, capable, hardworking and very bright. She has a wonderful personality and has great rapport with children. We're absolutely delighted to have her on our staff.
Practically a newly-wed, Jennifer and her husband, Richard live in Scottsdale.
Early Childhood Department
The annual Book Fair and gift sale will be held on November 15 & 16. Shoppers will be able to choose from new and used books (for adults and children), Hanukkah cards, delicious baked goods, art glass, jewelry, Discovery Toys, Tupperware, Jewish books, hand-crafted vests and more.Get started on your holiday shopping at the JCC.
Soccer
Our Sunday Youth Soccer program got underway Sunday October 29th. We still have space available if you are interested in signing your child up. Classes are on Sundays until December 3rd. We have 2 different age groups and times to choose from: 12:30 - 1:30pm for 4 & 5 year olds, and 1:45 - 2:45 for Kindergarten, First & Second Grade. Neal LoNigro is teaching these classes. Call Lisa at (480) 897-0588 if you are interested or have any questions.Daddy & Me
The East Valley JCC's Youth Department is proud to offer our first Daddy & Me of the year! Our Daddy & Me program usually meets once a month to do a variety of activities and outings. It is open to any Dad and their child(ren), ages vary depending on the activity.This month's activity is a trip to the Arizona Science Center on Sunday November 12th from 9:00am - 12:00pm. We will be seeing the movie "Family in the Sky" at 11:30am. The cost is $7.00 per person. Children under 3 are free. We must have a minimum of 15 people (age 3 and up) to get this group rate. Please RSVP Lisa by November 5th.
Mommy & Me
Mom's, grab your child(ren) and join the East Valley JCC's Youth Department at Greasepaint Youtheatre for the live performance of Winnie-the-Pooh (performed by children!) on Sunday November 19th at 1:45pm (show time is 2:00pm). If we have under 20 people the cost will be $10.00 per person, and if we have over 20 people the cost will be $8.00 per person. We must know as soon as possible so we can be guaranteed seats. Please call or see Lisa.When: Friday November 10th
Camp: 9:00am to 4:00pm with extended daycare available from 7:00 to 9:00am and 4:00 to 6:00pm at $3.00/hr.
Cost: $25/JCC Members and $35/Non-Members
Registration is due by Tuesday November 7th.
We are offering 2 camps
3 & 4 year olds and Kindergarten
Join us for a day of arts & crafts, sports, cooking and just a whole lotta of fun!
1st thru 6th grade
We will be going to the Challenger Learning Center, where we will take a tour, watch a video, take an Earth Space Transit Modular simulating a space launch, and do some Space Science Lab and activities. Space is limited to 13 kids, so reserve your spot today!