Israel’s 74th birthday
May 1, 2022
Chuparosa Park in Chandler
Israel’s 73rd birthday
April 11, 2021
Espee Park in Chandler
Israel’s 72nd birthday
2020
Drive-thru celebration
Israel’s 71st birthday
May 16, 2019
Happy birthday, Israel!
Chef Melinda created a beautiful – and delicious – cake for the occasion.
Lively music
Thanks to Gal Drimmer and Erez Kessler for the wonderful music and fun evening!
Delicious food
Chick-In in Tempe offered tasty Israeli cuisine.
Israeli dancing
Many attendees found it difficult to stay seated during the spirited celebration.
Community celebration
Thank you to our community partners (listed below)!
Children's activities
The party also included a bounce house, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting and games of Gaga.
Words of support for lone soldiers
Participants got a chance to sign a card that will be sent to a lone soldier center in Israel.
A former lone soldier shares his experience in the IDF
Dr. Michael Cohen, left, coordinator of the EVJCC’s Lone Soldier Project and Chris, a former lone soldier who shared his experiences of his time serving in the IDF and what the letters and gifts of support meant to him.
Learn more about the Lone Soldier Project
The East Valley JCC’s Lone Soldier Project raises funds to provide support for lone soldiers serving in the Israel Defense Forces and aims to raise awareness about lone soldiers.