Holiday at the J

Virtual

“Maccabees, Miracles and Dark Days: The Many Stories of Chanukah” In this special Holiday at the J session, Rabbi Herschel "Brodie" Alberson," spiritual leader of Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley, Herschel "Brodie" Aberson will discuss Chanukah. When he is not leading services or teaching, Rabbi Brodie enjoys spending time with his cats Genevive and […]

Tuesdays at the J

Virtual

Tuesday, Dec. 7: The King was a Mensch: Tracing Elvis Presley's Jewish Roots Presented by travel writer Dan Fellner Locked away in a crate for several decades until its recent public unveiling, a grave marker in Memphis revealed a little-known fact about one of America’s most iconic figures of the 20th century.  Yes, Elvis Presley, […]

Tuesdays at the J

Virtual

Tuesday, Dec. 14: Judith: Changing Views of a Jewish Hero Presented by Phoenix Art Museum Docent Lisa Spahr.Fall schedule Aug. 31: "Preparing Your Heart and Soul for the Holy Days" with Rabbi Arthur Lavinsky Sept. 14: Museum at the J with the Chandler Museum: "Visual Stories: Dorothea Lange's Depression Era Photography in Chandler, Arizona." Oct. […]

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Open Beit Midrash

EVJCC

Join us for a morning of virtual learning: "The Book of Esther Unplugged" and "Maimonides as a Community Leader."

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Tuesdays at the J

Virtual

Tuesday, Jan. 11: 'Going to the Dogs'Dogs have been muses or inspiration for artists for thousands of years, from ancient cave dwellings to pop-art installations. Greeks and Romans favored dogs as pets and valued them for their faithfulness and courage, while artists from Picasso to Warhol were fascinated by their beloved pets. Dogs intrigue us, […]

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Klezmer Fest

EVJCC

THIRD ANNUAL Klezmer FestVirtual Live Edition Sunday, Jan. 16 | 5 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 20 | 5 p.m.Sunday, March 20 | 4 p.m.(Times listed are Arizona times. Find the time in your time zone here.)The East Valley JCC is proud to present the third annual Klezmer Fest, which will include three live virtual concerts featuring Naqshon's […]

Israeli Film Series: ‘Perfect’

Virtual

The 2021-22 virtual Israeli film series continues on Sunday, Feb. 6 with the film "Perfect."  The film will be available to steam anytime on Sunday, Feb. 6  There is no charge to watch the film. Register below to receive the link, which will be sent the evening before.  Upcoming Film  Perfect Register now to watch […]

ELC Open House

EVJCC

The Early Learning Center at the East Valley JCC Open House Sunday, Feb. 6 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join us outdoors for a socially distanced Open House. Children will enjoy a free Kona Ice and Captain America and Super Girl will visit and make balloon animals and be available for pictures. Families can tour the […]

Generations After

Virtual

The Center for Holocaust Education is proud to host the East Valley Generations After Descendants Forum for children, grandchildren and descendants of Holocaust survivors, as well as those interested in learning more about the impact of the Holocaust. Next meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 9The meeting will be held on Zoom. The Feb. 9 Generations After meeting […]

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Open Beit Midrash

EVJCC

Join the EVJCC for a virtual morning of learning. 10 a.m.: "What We Can Learn from the Books of Jonah and Amos"; 11 a,m.: "Maimonides as a Community Leader."