B'Sghetti Bash 2012 - Tucson Jewish Community Center

Tucson Jewish Community Center
ProgramGuide
November-December 2012
Family programs are open to JCC members
and non-members. Call the FYI
Hotline for updates and other information
at 299-3000 xFYI (394) or e-mail
family@tucsonjcc.org
Special Events:
Parents’ Night
Out Party
One Saturday/month • 6-10 p.m.
Grades K-6
Nov. 17: P.J. and Game Night
Dec. 15: Winter Wonderland
Parents can relax and enjoy a night off
while our J-Care staff provides a fun
evening for children. Includes special
programs, dinner, snack, games, dessert
field trip for ages 8 and up, and a
big screen movie with popcorn!
A 48-Hour Advance Reservation Required!
Price for first child $25, each additional
sibling $20/Member price for first child
$20, each additional sibling $15
Family Dessert
and Movie Night
Movie Title: Bolt (PG)
Sat., Nov. 10 • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
JCC Ballroom
(Havdallah service at 6:15 in the
Sculpture Garden)
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Join us after dinner at the JCC for some
family fun! Enjoy yummy desserts,
milk, tea, and of course, popcorn…as
we watch the family-friendly movie,
Bolt. Bolt is a canine, action television
star who believes his powers are
real and embarks on an entertaining
adventure! No RSVP required
Price $5 per person (ages 2 and under are
free)/Member price $3 per person
Family Hanukkah Party
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Mon., Dec. 10 • 5-7 p.m.
JCC Ballroom
Co-sponsored by the Weintraub
Israel Center
Light the giant menorah (or chanukiyah);
eat latkes, and sufganiot (donuts)!
Enjoy family, friends and fun on the
third night of Hanukkah
Adults $10/Children $5
Family Engagement
B’Sghetti Bash
Sun., Dec. 9 • 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Families enjoy a spaghetti dinner,
jumping castles, face painting, petting
zoo, and clown entertainment by
2-EEE. This event will feature a silent
auction and a grand prize raffle drawing.
Stop by the ECE office to purchase
your dinner and raffle tickets.
Save The Date!
Putting on the Ritz…
Cracker!
Sat., March 2 • Havdallah: 6:15
Event: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Families w/children
Catalina Ballroom
Come dance the night away while enjoying
desserts, a children’s specialty
drink bar, Ritz Crackers with schmears,
hors d’oeuvres, music, DJ, and much
more. Invitations will be available
March 2013.
Hanukkah Menorah
Lighting Celebration
Daily, Dec. 10-14 •4:45-5:15 p.m.
Front Entrance
A great way to celebrate Hanukkah!
Enjoy sing-alongs led by Shabbat Scott
and Julie, followed by the lighting of the
biggest menorah in Tucson.
Free and open to everyone
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Just for Parents
How to Talk So Kids Will
Listen and Listen So
Kids Will Talk
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, starting Nov. 6
Join other parents in this six-week
program to learn effective ways to
speak with children ages 2-12. This
curriculum embraces communication,
respect, and patience to help parents
approach situations with their children
more productively and with less stress.
Space is limited—this series can hold
up to 14 participants.
Price $10 per person
All They Do is Play
Thur., Dec. 6 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
This workshop will discuss the importance
of play in a young child’s learning
and what they learn from playing.
Understand enriching environments
and what children gain from activities
such as block building, climbing, and
running.
Free
Enrichment
Classes
Classes are open to everyone. Prices
listed are for each session and sessions
run for six weeks unless otherwise noted.
Classes in progress can be prorated.
J-Care students receive 5% discount off
member price.
Mondays
Teena’s Lunch Bunch
12:15-1:15 p.m. • Ages-3-5
Starts Nov. 5
(No class Nov. 12)
Instructor: Teena Sterlachini
Children learn to prepare their lunches
from scratch and then have the pleasure
of eating with Teena. This is a hands-on
experience.
Price $88/Member price $72
Ballet
1:15-2 p.m. • Ages 4 & 5
2:15-3 p.m. • Ages 2 & 3
Starts Nov. 5
(No class Nov. 12)
Instructor: Kirby Haaksma
Children explore creative movement
and get an introduction to ballet terminology,
barre exercises, and movement
across the floor.
Price $80/Member price $64
Mighty Mites Tennis
Mon. & Wed., 4-5 p.m.
Grades K-2
Sports
Starts Nov. 19
&Wellness
Children hit the courts and learn
basic tennis skills in an exciting, fun
environment.
Price $145/Member price $108
Beginning &
Intermediate
Group Guitar
Beginner 3:50-4:20 p.m.
Intermediate 4:30-5:10 p.m.
Grades K-6
Starts Nov. 5
(No class Nov. 12)
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Sports
&Wellness
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Instructor: Leandra Hubka, Tucson
Academy of Music and Dance
Introduce (and continue) your music
enthusiast to the fundamentals of
guitar playing, including note reading,
open chord positions, tuning, and
simple chord patterns. Guitar required.
The final class will be a recital.
Price $128/Member price $86
Expressions in Art
4-5 p.m.* • Grades K-4
Art Studio • Starts Nov. 5
(No class Nov. 12)
Instructor: Gerrie Young
Each lesson is based on a style, movement,
time period, artist, or individual
piece of artwork. Classes will teach
students the elements and principles
of design, which builds creativity. All
supplies included.
Price $102/Member price $70
*THA Students escorted from school at release
time.
Tuesdays
Basketball
1:30-2:30 p.m. • Ages 4-6 Sports
&Wellness
Starts October 16 (4 Weeks)
Shoot, dribble, pass, and learn all the
“FUN”damentals of basketball.
Price $80/Member price $64
Fine Arts
3:45-5 p.m.* • Grades 5-8
Art Studio
Starts Oct. 23
Instructor: Gerrie Young
Students will explore different media
with a focus on drawing, printmaking,
calligraphy and watercolors. This class
focuses on developing technical skills
and ability, as well as learning about
creativity and self-expression.
Price $126/Member price $84
*THA students escorted from school at release
time.
Beginning Golf
4-5 p.m. • Grades 2-6
Enclosed Grassy Area
Starts Oct. 23
Instructor: David Zucco
Learn the technique, style, language
and etiquette of the wonderful world of
golf. Each student gets a tee, a golf ball,
and certificate at the end of session.
Price $80/Member Price $55
Key to Listings
Look for these symbols
throughout the Program
Guide to help you find classes
and events that match your
interests among the various
JCC departments.
Sports
&Wellness
Family
Engagement
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Sports
&Wellness
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Note that most classes have
a discounted price for JCC
members.
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