Dedication & Open House

The dedication for our new JCC has been rescheduled for December 4, 2005. Kari Lake from Fox News will emcee the event which will begin at 1 p.m. in front of the new Center. Community rabbis and local dignitaries will be in attendance to help celebrate this community milestone. This occasion will also be a wonderful opportunity to meet the new JCC Executive Director, Steve Tepper.

Mitzvah Day

Mitzvah Day, November 13th, is an opportunity to volunteer our time to helping others. This is the 9th Annual Mitzvah Day and we will have a number of projects supported through the JCC. There is a community toy drive, where new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at the East Valley JCC for donation by November 13th.

The JCC project, in conjunction with the Miriam Group of Hadassah, will spend the afternoon of November 13th at Desert Cove Nursing Center, making beaded necklaces, sharing a snack and singing songs. This activity is for children ages 3-11 with a parent. If you are interested in participating, please contact Pam Morris at 480-897-0588 or pam@evjcc.org. Donations of beads, lanyard, apple juice and orange juice are welcomed as well.

What's Cooking?

Tuesday, November 15
6:30 p.m. at the EVJCC
$25 JCC members / $30 non-members
Pre-Paid Reservations required by November 11th

Tired of preparing the same old party food? Want to learn some new entertaining ideas? Add some new ideas to your holiday and entertaining repertoire by attending the second in a series of classes presented by Chef Laura, graduate of the Scottsdale Culinary Institute and owner of Celebrated Cuisine which provides elegant events and instruction. The selected appetizers and party foods are guaranteed to wow your family and friends. Serving ideas and garnishes are included along with tasting techniques, recipes, and good company.

Direct Your Tax Dollars

Arizona residents have the unique opportunity to contribute for scholarships to Jewish Day Schools. Our own East Valley Day School and JCC Kindergarten students are eligible to receive funds generated by the School Tuition Organization (STO). The amount you contribute simply reduces your state tax liability by the amount you donate up to $825. What a tremendous opportunity to direct your tax dollars toward Jewish Day School education. Envelopes for easy mailing are available at the front desk. Contributions may also be made by credit card.

AROUND THE CENTER

Seniors Terrific Tuesdays

Tuesday, November 8th @ 10:30 a.m. - "La Vie En Rose" translates as "Life in the Pink" or "Seeing Life Through Rose Colored Glasses." This is the topic of Docent Lois Alberts of the Phoenix Art Museum presentation for today. Life in the 20s and 30s in Paris spun faster and faster, as the world itself came closer and closer to the destruction of World War II.

Tuesday, November 15th @ 10:30 a.m. - As Phoenicians, we live on the land of "Native People of Arizona." Come to hear about them, their customs and heritage from Ann Gorton of the world famous Native American Heard Museum.

Tuesday, November 22nd @10:30 a.m. - On a musical note, entertainer Jay Farris will play old and new music for us on his keyboard and guitar.

Tuesday, November 29th @10:30 a.m. - We always have to remember that we live in the desert and water is scarce and becoming even more so due to the heavy influx of people relocating to the valley. Darrell Sheppard of SRP will speak to us on "Water Conservation" giving us information that we should be aware of and certain guideline suggestions that we should follow.

Adult Education Classes

It's not too late to register for our fall classes. All classes meet for six weeks and do not meet Thanksgiving week.

Class: Maimonides
Day	Time	Instructor	Cost	Begins	Length
Th	9:30-10:30 am	A.Scholar	$18	Nov. 3, 2005	6 sessions

Rabbi Moses Ben Maimon, known in Hebrew literature as the Rambam and in Western culture since the Renaissance as Maimonides, is unquestionably one of the outstanding figures of Jewish history - a figure whose commanding influence has been widely recognized by non-Jews as well as Jews. We will study his teaching about G-d, the Existence of Evil, Free Will, Repetence, the World to Come, Idolatry and Superstition, Health and Hygiene, the Messiah and the Messianic Era. No class Thanksgiving week. Through the Bureau of Jewish Education.

Class: Ethics of Our Fathers
Day	Time	Instructor	Cost	Begins	Length
Th	10:40-11:40	A. Scholar	$18	Nov. 3, 2005	6 sessions

Ethics of Our Fathers will be studied in English using the actual text. This course will examine the Jewish approach to piety, ethics, purpose of life, love of G-d and man, etc. Ethics of Our Fathers is a section of the Talmud. Open to new and continuing students. No class Thanksgiving week. Through the Bureau of Jewish Education.

Class: Beyond Never Again: The Holocaust Speaks to Our Generation
Day	Time	Instructor	Cost	Begins	Length
W	10:00-11:30	Rabbi M. Dietsch	$89	Nov. 16, 2005	6 sessions

Explore the ways in which the Holocaust continues to affect our generation and colors what it means to live as a Jew today. Cost includes study guide. No class Thanksgiving week. Through the Jewish Learning Institute.

Hillel Players at EVJCC

Four short plays by Daniel Meltzer will be presented at the JCC on Monday, November 14 at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of admission, please bring a nonperishable food item for donation to a local food bank. This full length evening portrays four preludes to love from youth to old age, from innocence to maturity. Recommended for ages 15 and up.

The Square Root of Love Two genius level college students discover that Man or Woman does not live by intellectual pursuits alone.

A Good Time for a Change A successful executive and her handsome young male secretary ready to make a change.

The Battling Brinkmires George and Marsha Brinkmire, a middle aged couple, have come to Haiti to get a "quickie" divorce.

Waiting for to Go A retired plumbing contractor who thinks his life is over meets a recent widow returning to her home in Hallandale. The play and the evening end with a beginning. A retired plumbing contractor who thinks his life is over meets a recent widow returning to her home in Hallandale. The play and the evening end with a beginning.A retired plumbing contractor who thinks his life is over meets a recent widow returning to her home in Hallandale. The play and the evening end with a beginning.

How To Talk To Your Child About Sex

Please join Planned Parenthood and the East Valley JCC for this very informative class, Monday, November 14 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This is a free class for adults only. Have you ever wondered "How do I talk with my child about sex, or where do I begin to talk with my child about sex?" Kids will get sex education whether you teach them or not!� This class will talk about why parents need to be their children's primary sexuality educators.� Factual information and milestones about each age group will be discussed.� Key communication skills on how to keep the doors of discussion open are a major part of the class. This class is designed for parents with children of all ages and is a parent's only class. Please call Lisa at (480) 897-0588 by Friday, November 11th to register.

Book Club

Everything Is Illuminated
by Jonathan Safran Foer

Two Program Possibilities!

Monday, November at 14 p.m.
Hosted by Lisa Wright

Sunday, November 20
Movie & Discussion

Call 897-0588 for information

Adult Softball Game

The date has been set! Please join the East Valley JCC for a very fun, informal game of softball. Bring your cheering squad and get ready for an afternoon of laughs, bruises and sore muscles! We will be at Erie Elementary School on Sunday, November 13 at 3:00 pm.

The more players we have the merrier, so tell all your friends to sign up! Please call Lisa at (480) 897-0588 and sign up today!

SCHOOL • YOUTH • CAMP

Early Childhood

Preschool and Kindergarten Growing

We are delighted to report that our school has grown to 99 students. By the time you read this article, we may be in three figures. The word is getting out that there's a new "kid" in town.

Both two-year old classes are almost full, with only limited openings on certain days. Older fours are close to their maximum enrollment every day and the other groups are gaining.

Our staff is delighted with the warm reception we've received in our new home and look forward to growing along with the exciting expansion plans for the JCC.

For school information, visit our website at www.evjcc.org or give us a call at (480) 897-0588.

Used Books Needed

We need your used hardback and paperback fiction books for our November used book sale. Fiction only; no textbooks or journals please. Please bring them to the JCC the first two weeks in November. Thank you!

Help Wanted

Lead Teacher: for the Toddler Room, full or part time.
Substitute Teacher: mid-February thru May. Older Fours/Pre-K. 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. daily.

Call Cynthia at (480) 897-0588 if you or someone you know would be interested in either position.

Rummage Sale

Our annual rummage sale will be held at the home of Diane Umeda later this month. Please bring in all your gently used clothing, toys, small electronics, home dècor items, children's clothing, and equipment to the JCC. Large items may be delivered directly to Diane's house. You will receive a tax donation letter for tax purposes. Call Diane at (480) 897-0588 for information.

Youth Programs

Veteran's Day Mini Camp

Please join us for our Veteran's Day Mini Camp on Friday, November 11th. We have 2 camps to choose from: 3s–Kindergarten and 1st–8th grade. This Veteran's Day Camp both camps should plan on skating the day away!

3s–Kindergarten Camp: That's right, we will walk the campers to Skateland (located directly behind the JCC) in the morning for a few hours of skating (or maybe sitting on the skate floor or hanging on the wall!). In the afternoon we will enjoy all the usual fun camp activities such as sports and arts & crafts.
1st–8th Grade Camp: We will join the younger camp and walk to Skateland in the morning for a few hours of skating fun too! Our afternoon will be filled with arts & crafts, sports and games. Get ready to have some fun!

Please remember to pack a dairy lunch for your camper!

Camp is from 9:00 am–4:00 pm. Extended daycare is available from 6:30–9:00 am and 4:00–6:00 pm. The cost is $25 for JCC members and $35 non-members for camp and the cost for extended daycare is $3.90 per hour.

Space is limited so sign up today. Payment is required to reserve your spot. Call Lisa at (480) 897-0588.

Winter Camp

Winter camp is just around the corner—December 26th-January 6th. We will have 10 fabulous days planned for your child's enjoyment. Don't forget about our annual Sports day and of course you can't forget about our Snow day—4 tons of ice-cold snow. Be on the lookout for more information.

Youth Clubs

We have an exciting Youth Club activity scheduled this month. We're off to Pump It Up. Please sign up with Lisa as soon as possible. Here are all the details.

Date & Time:	Tuesday, November 22nd, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Place:	Pump It Up–Tempe Location
Cost:	$10 per person
RSVP:	Reserve your spots with Lisa by Tuesday, Nov. 21
Minimum	We need at least 15 children

Be sure to sign the Pump It Up waiver before leaving your child with Lisa! Call Lisa at (480) 897-0588 for more information.

Daddy & Me

Hey dad's, let's take the kids and go rock climbing! That's right, for this month's Daddy & Me we're off to Phoenix Rock Gym! Dads, get ready to belay your children first, then it's your turn to do some climbing! It's sure to be a fun afternoon. Here are all the details.

When:	Sunday, Nov. 20
Time:	1:00–4:00 pm
Cost:	$10 per person

Call Lisa for more information or to sign up.

November Closures

School Closed / Camp Offered
Friday, November 11–Veteran's Day
Entire JCC Closed
Thursday, November 24–Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 25–Thanksgiving Day Observed

Hanukkah Sale

The JCC will have candles, decorations, gelt, wrapping paper, etc for sale beginning December 5th.