Israel in Crisis

When Hamas attacked Israel, Hadassah jumped into action on the ground in Israel at our hospitals and youth villages. In the U.S. and around the world, our members, donors, and leaders have helped generate support for our crisis response efforts and our beloved Israel. With such devastating news every day, we all want to help.…

December Is a Time of Faith

Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. If it is December, it must be the time of Hanukkah and Christmas. Each year interfaith couples agonize whether the celebrations of these holidays are religious adventures or commercial enterprises. There is a tugging at the heartstrings, because respect for one another’s faith is the foundation of the commitment made as…

Oakwood Dance Classes

Latin Rumba classes are being held on Monday, Dec. 4 and 11, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. for $15 per person. Line Dance classes are being held on Wednesday, Dec. 6 and 13, from 1:30 to 2:25 p.m. for $15 per person. Call Edie Gilbertsen at 480-831-1064 to register. Note: Only six couples per group…

The ImproVables Out and About Again

Recently, the ImproVables were asked to conduct a workshop for another senior community’s volunteer theatre group—The Provincials of Maricopa. Their president Marilyn Larrain said, “We had a great time! The ImproVables have given us a lot to think about and to plan for.” Phyllis Novy, director of The ImproVables, enjoyed the interaction of the two groups…