Archive for March, 2017

The Week Ahead… Mar. 13-19, 2017

By Debra Lytle - Friday, March 10th, 2017

Monday, March 13

  • Parent-Tot Class – Mondays, 9:00 – 11:00am
    Open to the public, this FREE weekly class for children up to 24-months in age and their parent(s) is a great way to meet other parents, exchange experiences, and provide an opportunity for the children to play together and engage in age-appropriate activities. We also read a book from PJ Library twice a month. Facilitated by Gabby Erbst, various experts from different fields of child development and child-care will visit to share their expertise and provide opportunities for discussions. Feel free to bring your friends; it’s open to everyone! (PLEASE NOTE: We have a mandatory vaccination policy.) For more information, call Lynne Falkow-Strauss.

  • Preschool/Kindergarten Purim Celebration, 9:15am
    Families with children currently enrolled in the school are invited to witness their children in a costume parade in Rabbi Breger Hall; enjoy a sing-along with Susan Kravitz and a children’s Megillah reading by Rabbi Robert Eisen and Cantorial Soloist Nichole Chorny in the Sanctuary; followed by hamentaschen in the Cantor Falkow Lounge.

  • Open Mah Jongg Play – Mondays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
    All levels welcome. Men are welcome, too. Come join the fun! For more information, contact Evelyn.

  • B'nai Mitzvah Class, 4:00pm

  • Adult Choir Rehearsal, 6:00pm
    This choir is open to all adults who have an interest in Jewish music and enjoy singing. The repertoire will include a full spectrum of Jewish music, both liturgical and secular. For more information, contact Cantorial Soloist Nichole Chorny.

Tuesday, March 14

  • Religious School, 4:00pm
    For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

  • Hebrew H.S., 5:00pm

  • Talmud on Tuesday, 6:00pm
    The Talmud is an extensive compilation of teachings and opinions of thousands of rabbis over the centuries, covering matters of Jewish law, ethics, philosophy, history, customs, and more. We are currently studying Tractate Megillah. Learn about the law and lore in the Talmud with Rabbi Robert Eisen as we dig deep into living Judaism. Open to all. No charge to attend.
     
  • Junior USY, 6:00pm. For Jewish children grades 7 & 8
    For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

Wednesday, March 15

  • “Gentle Chair Yoga” – Wednesdays, 9:30–10:30am
    Focus is on increased balance, strength and flexibility in a supportive group setting. Meditation and deep relaxation at end of each class leaves participants with positive healing energy and uplifted spirits. Dress comfortably. Members of Women’s League: $6 per class; non-members $8 per class. For more information, contact Evelyn.

  • Weekday Torah Study Group – Wednesdays, 11:00am
    Informal and lively study discussion led by Rabbi Robert Eisen. (Occasionally lay-led.) Open to all. No charge to attend.

  • Senior USY, 6:00pm. For Jewish children grades 9 thru 12
    For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

  • Poland – Israel Trip Information Meeting, 7:00pm in the Library
    Join Rabbi Robert Eisen for an informational and organizational meeting to discuss the preliminary details of this important opportunity, a special journey being planned to “Poland and Israel: From the Shoah to Survival” in late Spring/early Summer 2018. Please let us know if you plan to attend this meeting by contacting Michelle. If you can’t make the meeting, but would like more information, please let Michelle know.

Friday, March 17

  • Preschool/Kindergarten Closed – No classes due to Parent-Teacher conferences.
     
  • Shabbat Under the Stars & Family Shabbat Dinner, service 5:45pm; dinner 7:00pm
    SEE FEATURED EVENT

Saturday, March 18

  • B'nai Mitzvah Class, 9:00am

  • Targum Shlishi with Special Guest, approx. 12pm following Kiddush
    We are taught to read the Torah Portion of the week, each week, twice: In/From the Torah text (Shnayim Mikra), and again in translation (Targum Shlishi) to ensure that we understand both the form and the function of Torah – what it teaches, and how it can be applied. Join us as our guest Bar Alkaher (one of our shinshinim) will discuss the Jewish-Israeli conflict through the lens of his connections with his Arab-Israeli friends near his hometown of Shimshit, Israel.  No charge to attend.

  • Shabbat Afternoon Torah Study, 4:30pm
    Open to all, this is an opportunity to become more involved in “living Judaism.” Lay-led. No charge to attend. Torah portion: Ki Tissa

Sunday, March 19

  • Religious School, 9:00am
    For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

  • Men's Club Breakfast, 9:30am
    Our guest speaker will be Barry Friedman with the Tucson Jewish History Museum. Everyone welcome. Includes delicious breakfast buffet. No charge for Men’s Club members; guests always welcome for $4. For more information, contact Lew.

  • Kadima, 12:00pm. For Jewish children grades 4 – 6
    For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.