East Valley JCC

Chag Sameach! Have a wonderful Shavuot!

Happy Passover from all of us at the East Valley JCC!
Wishing everyone a happy, safe and meaningful holiday.
evjcc.org/passover

Thank you to Sandor Lubisch for the fun musical tour of his new book, “It Started in Butler” during this week’s Tuesdays at the J!

Support the Jewish War Veterans Second Annual Coffee Drive by donating cans of regular ground coffee cans (no bags, decaf or pods) at the East Valley JCC by Feb. 16. All donations benefit U.S. Vets to help end veteran homelessness.

Earlier this month, Alice Gartell presented "The Struggle for Civil Rights in Arizona during the 1950's and '60s," where she shared the stories of individuals who fought discrimination in Arizona during those decades, including her parents, Herbert and Ruth Finn. Her Tuesdays at the J presentation included an exhibit that chronicled the civil rights movement in Arizona.

This week's Tuesdays at the J welcomes Eileen Bell Landau, creator of Authentic Aging , who will explore two practical ways people can gain clarity and steadiness as they age. The program starts at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Join genealogy expert Judi Gyori Missel for a one-hour, in-person introductory class to Jewish genealogy at the East Valley JCC at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 5.
Free with registration.
evjcc.org/event/introduction-to-jewish-genealogy/

January baked goods are now available to order from The Challah Factory at the EVJCC! Next month's treats include blueberry muffins, brownies, marble cake, cheese babka, lemon bars and more. Order by Monday, Dec. 29 to pick up Jan. 2.

evjcc.org/challah-factory/

Come celebrate Chanukah Italian-style with the East Valley community on Dec. 17! The party will include a pizza buffet, music, doughnuts, a menorah lighting and a children's performance.
Register by this Thursday. evjcc.org/jcommunity