EVJCC Blog
What’s happening at the EVJCC this fall
We are excited to announce that we are planning to resume in-person programming in August! While we’ve had children in our building for the Early Learning Center and Camp Rimon since last summer, we’ve missed seeing all the adults in our community over these past 15...
Those returning to work may be eligible for child care assistance
Parents and guardians who return to work after collecting unemployment benefits may be eligible to receive three months of child care assistance through the State of Arizona. This assistance is part of Gov. Doug Ducey's Arizona Back to Work plan, to help support...
EVJCC enters virtual reality realm
This summer, campers at Camp Rimon are traveling across the planet and exploring virtual worlds without ever leaving the East Valley JCC campus. These new adventures are made possible by Oculous Quest, a virtual reality (VR) headset developed by Oculus, a division of...
Early Learning Center opens new art room
The EVJCC's Early Learning Center has opened a new art room, a project funded in part by a grant from the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix Youth Philanthropy Board. "Art is a medium that can help strengthen a child's view of the world," says Pam Morris,...
Your camp questions answered
Summer camp begins in less than a month - have you registered yet? Here are some of the most-asked questions we've received, all compiled here for your convenience. Space is limited so register as soon as possible. If you have any additional questions, email them to...
EVJCC, Emanuel and TBS-EV aim to raise spirits with piano recital
The East Valley JCC is happy to partner with Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley, and Temple Emanuel of Tempe to present a live virtual piano recital featuring Dr. Elias-Axel Pettersson at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 25. The three entities joined together to bring a...
New EVJCC podcast shines spotlight on empathy, diversity
The East Valley JCC has launched a new podcast, “Conversation with the Rabbi,” which is hosted by Rabbi Michael Beyo, EVJCC CEO, and anthropologist Dr. Adrian McIntyre. The podcast, which launched at the end of March, aims to engage people from different backgrounds...
Seders for soldiers
Lone soldiers enjoy a Passover seder together in 2018. During the COVID-19 pandemic last year, the lone soldiers received food packages with seder supplies for Passover.When Matthew was a lone soldier serving in the Israel Defense Forces, the support of Lone Soldier...
Technology creates opportunity for live tour of Auschwitz, Holocaust education
Arizona groups and organizations are the first in the country to be offered the opportunity to experience a live tour of Auschwitz in a unique and personal educational experience. The Center for Holocaust Education, a division of the East Valley JCC (EVJCC) has...