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Dec 4, 2024 · EILEEN APPLETON SHAPIRO. Eileen Appleton Shapiro (née Polinsky), 90, passed away on Nov. 24, 2024. Beloved wife of Fred Shapiro and the late Arnold Appleton; devoted mother of Eliezer (Rutie) Appleton, Betsy Appleton and Jonathan (Lynn) Appleton; cherished Bubbe of Aharon Appleton, Tina Appleton, Shmuel (Esti) Appleton, Shana (Mendy) Shterenzer, Binyomin (Chaya Sarah) Appleton, William ...
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Oct 7, 2011 · Georgia Hunter based her book, “We Were the Lucky Ones,” on her family’s experience in Poland before, during and after World War II. The book chronicles her extended family’s stories as they survive life in a ghetto, forced labor in factories and on farms, prison abuse, serving in the military and in the resistance and hiding — sometimes in people’s homes, sometimes in plain ...
Chanukah Happenings | Community | jewishaz.com
Dec 17, 2024 · This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024 and lasts until sundown on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. There are festivities happening around the Valley, so no matter where you live, you can find an event near you. Happy Chanukah! For an updated listing of Chanukah events and resources ...
Milestone - Obituary | Milestones | jewishaz.com
4 days ago · Stephen J. Gubin passed away peacefully on Dec. 30, 2024, surrounded by family. Survived by wife Helen, five children, 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Distinguished service in Marine Corps, Navy, Army Reserve and dedicated community leader. Co-owner of Wilson Electric, notable ...
‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ author comes to Phoenix
Nov 25, 2024 · Georgia Hunter based her book, “We Were the Lucky Ones,” on her family’s experience in Poland before, during and after World War II. The book chronicles her extended family’s stories as they survive life in a ghetto, forced labor in factories and on farms, prison abuse, serving in the military and in the resistance and hiding — sometimes in people’s homes, sometimes in plain ...
Aging with intent | Community | jewishaz.com
Dec 4, 2024 · Lifelong learning: Learning a new language, taking classes about something you know nothing about and exploring new interests to keep the mind sharp and resilient. Mindfulness, patience and emotional well-being: Fostering a positive mindset and learning to practice mindfulness and patience by trying practices such as yoga, breathing exercises and meditation.
Mesa man indicted for threatening U.S. Jews - jewishaz.com
4 days ago · An Arizona man was arrested late last fall for making antisemitic threats to several people in New York and across the United States. Last month, he was indicted in a federal court for his actions. Thirty-four-year-old Donovan Hall of Mesa was indicted on Wednesday, Dec. 18. He has been accused of ...
How Judaism makes every day Thanksgiving Day - jewishaz.com
Dec 2, 2024 · I’ve heard it said that gratitude is the doorway to abundance. Whether or not an attitude of gratitude really opens us to receiving more of what we want, it certainly helps us appreciate more of what we have, thereby increasing our sense of life’s abundance. Gratitude also increases our recognition of interconnectedness.
CJP lauds historic ‘Joint’ partner’s work in helping vulnerable Jews …
Dec 4, 2024 · “We train both the children and parents how to communicate using the Hibuki to share their feelings,” she explained. Lior, an Israeli member of the Joint’s emergency team in Israel, spoke specifically about what she and her team have been doing to cope with the overwhelming emotional fallout on vulnerable Israelis over the last year.
Phoenix’s klezmer class holds inaugural performance next month
Nov 20, 2024 · Next month, Arizona’s first collegiate klezmer ensemble will hold a concert at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) on Thursday, Dec. 12. The ensemble was formed by nine professional-level musicians, some