Calendar - Winter/08
Chosen calendar listings cover public events in the Jewish community and around the Valley of the Sun. Please confirm event details with the provided contact information. Calendar submissions for Chosen must be received 10 weeks prior to issue date. E-mail Jennifer Goldberg, fax to 602-870-0426 or mail to Jewish News of Greater Phoenix, 1625 E. Northern Ave., Suite 106, Phoenix, AZ 85020.
Jan. 5Las Vegas Night
The Chabad of Arizona hosts a Las Vegas night. 8 p.m. Chabad of Arizona, 2210 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix. Call for cost. 602-944-2753 or chabadaz.com.
Jan. 5-20
'Halpern and Johnson'
A widower meets a man who had a deep connection with his late wife. Arizona Jewish Theatre Company at Paradise Valley Community College Center for the Performing Arts, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. Cost: $15-$40. 602-264-0402 or azjewishtheatre.org.
Jan. 6-Feb. 16
East Valley Jewish Film Festival
The fifth anniversary of the event will include feature films, documentaries, special speakers and more. Films will be shown at Pollack Tempe Cinemas, 1825 E. Elliot Road, and Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley, 3400 N. Dobson Road, Chandler. Ticket prices vary. Call 480-838-1226.
Jan. 11-March 2
'Fiddler on the Roof'
Teyve struggles to instill tradition in the lives of his daughters. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria. Cost: $46-$56. 623-776-8400 or azbroadwaytheatre.com.
Jan. 12
JCC Alliance for Israel-Taste of Israel
Enjoy an evening of Israeli dance, food and music. 7:30 p.m. Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Call for cost. 480-483-7121 or vosjcc.org.
Jan. 12
Peking Acrobats
Acrobats, jugglers and cyclists take the stage in vibrant costumes. 2 and 8 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. Cost: $40.50. 480-994-2787 or scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
Jan. 15
Itzhak Perlman
The celebrated violinist brings his artistry to the Valley. 8 p.m. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St. Cost: $50-90. 480-644-6500 or mesaartscenter.com.
Jan. 13
Jewish Legacy Series
The Arizona Jewish Historical Society presents Dr. Daniel Graizbord on the history of Sephardic Judaism in the U.S. 2 p.m. Congregation Beth Israel, 10460 N. 56th St., Scottsdale. Free. 602-241-7870 or azjhs.org.
Jan. 20
AIPAC Annual Event
The Valley's largest pro-Israel advocacy group holds its annual event. 9:15 a.m.-noon. Call for location. Cost: $25 in advance, $35 at the door. 602-277-3318 or aipac.org.
Jan. 27
Tu B'Shevat festival
The ninth annual event features family entertainment, including music, games and more. Noon-5 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Free. 602-277-4800 or jnf.org.
Jan. 28-Feb. 2
2008 FBR Open
The popular golf tournament features some of the best golfers around the globe. Tournament Players Club of Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Road. Cost: Varies by event. 602-870-0163 or fbropen.com.
Jan. 30
Northwest Valley Women's Division's Crowning Event
The annual campaign luncheon of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix's Northwest Valley Women's Division raises funds for Jewish needs. 11 a.m. Union Hills Country Club, 9860 W. Lindgren Ave., Sun City. Cost: $25. 480-634-4900 or jewishphoenix.org.
Feb. 15
Book and Author Luncheon
The 18th annual luncheon hosted by Brandeis University National Women's Committee will feature national authors. 9 a.m. The Phoenician Resort & Spa 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale. Cost: $100. Joanie Small, 602-318-5664, or Merrill Kalman, 480-296-3355.
Feb. 16-21
Phoenix Jewish Film Festival
The 12th annual film festival features movies from around the world. Films will be shown at Congregation Beth Israel, 10460 N. 56th St., Scottsdale, and United Artists Theatres, Scottsdale Pavilions, 9090 E. Indian Bend Road. Ticket prices vary. Visit phxjewishfilm.org.
Mar. 1-9
Israeli art show
Enjoy a vibrant selection of art by Israeli artists. Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Free. 480-483-7121 or vosjcc.org.
March 2
The King David School Ball
The annual fundraiser celebrates the 20th anniversary of KDS and the 60th birthday of Israel. Evening event; call for time. The King David School, 12753 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Cost: $180-$225. 480-991-4333.
Mar. 7-9
Scottsdale Arts Festival
The annual festival features art, demonstrations and live performances. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. Cost: $7 adults, $5 students and free for members. 480-994-2787 or scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
Mar. 9
Community Purim carnival
Celebrate Purim with contests, rides, games, food and entertainment. 1-6 p.m. Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Call for cost. 480-483-7121 or vosjcc.org.
Mar. 15-30
'Kindertransport'
An emotional play about the heroic rescue of Jewish children by Great Britain during the Nazi era. Arizona Jewish Theatre Company at Paradise Valley Community College Center for the Performing Arts. 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. Cost: $15-$40. 602-264-0402 or azjewishtheatre.org.
Mar. 30
'Reach for the Stars'
Jewish Family & Children's Service honors eight individuals at its fundraising gala. 6 p.m. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Cost: $225. 602-567-8305 or kristin.boyd@jfcsarizona.com.