Mindful Monday: Forgiveness, the mindful way
By Wayne “Dr. B” Benenson, Ph.D. Most of you know the story of how Nelson Mandela fought his demons by learning to forgive his jailers. Nelson ended his 27 years in an apartheid jail to become president of South Africa and usher in a new norm of racial...
Mindful Monday: Know How to Pivot
By Wayne “Dr. B” Benenson, Ph.D. Woody Allen famously joked, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans.” At every stage of life we make plans, set out where we want to go, and imagine what it would be like when we have “arrived.”...
Mindful Monday: To Be Hopeful in Bad Times
By Wayne “Dr. B” Benenson, Ph.D. “To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness. What we choose to emphasize in...
Learning readiness begins in your calm place
By Wayne “Dr. B” Benenson, Ph.D. One of the first things an effective teacher does before any lesson happens is to determine a student’s readiness for learning. There are so many potential obstacles to consider: a student’s ability to pay...
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Israel: A Nation and its People
Israel: A Nation and its People
Israel: A Nation and its People Learn the basic facts about Israel, its historical roots and the impact of the Oct. 7 attack on the world’s perception of Israel today.Israel and its Inhabitants: A Journey of CenturiesSunday, Sept. 8, 2024 - 2 p.m.Join Rabbi Michael Beyo, CEO of East Valley JCC, to learn the history of […]
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Tuesdays at the J
Tuesdays at the J
Tuesdays at the J is a group for individuals and couples ages 55-plus who meet weekly to enjoy presentations on a variety of topics. All sessions are free and no membership is required. The program starts at 10 a.m. with refreshments and the presentation is 10:30-11:30 a.m.
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Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and... 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays | Sept. 11-Dec. 18 Join Rabbi Michael Beyo, EVJCC CEO, each week to learn about the weekly Torah portion. The free class meets at the East Valley JCC. (No meeting on Oct. 2 , Nov. 20 or 27.) Registration is required.
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Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and... 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays | Sept. 11-Dec. 18 Join Rabbi Michael Beyo, EVJCC CEO, each week to learn about the weekly Torah portion. The free class meets at the East Valley JCC. (No meeting on Oct. 2 , Nov. 20 or 27.) Registration is required.
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Tuesdays at the J
Tuesdays at the J
Join Phoenix Art Museum Master Docent Susan McGee for an interactive session to gain fascinating insights into artist Joan Brown's creative process and immerse yourself in this celebrated artist's colorful and dynamic world.
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Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and…
Parsha of the Week and... 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays | Sept. 11-Dec. 18 Join Rabbi Michael Beyo, EVJCC CEO, each week to learn about the weekly Torah portion. The free class […]
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Tuesdays at the J
Tuesdays at the J
Tuesdays at the J Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. at the East Valley JCC Tuesdays at the J is a group for individuals and couples ages 55-plus who meet weekly to enjoy […]