CALENDAR

AUGUST 17, THURSDAY

Monthly Moon Circle. The Konikoff Center for Learning of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater presents a tradition that spans thousands of years: a monthly holiday known as Rosh Chodesh, meaning “head of the month.” 6:45 pm. This is a time for self-reflection and rituals to help connect with this ancient legacy, learn from Jewish wisdom, and embrace the unique spiritual energy of each month. For more information and to register, visit JewishVA.org/KCL or contact Sierra Lautman at SLautman@UJFT.org.

AUGUST 23, WEDNESDAY

Fiddler: Miracle of Miracles. This documentary film explores Fiddler’s creative roots in early 1960s New York, when “tradition” was on the wane as gender roles, sexuality, race relations, and religion were evolving. 1 pm, Cinema Café Kemps River. Free and open to the community, registration required. Learn more at JewishVA.org/Fiddler. See page 50.

AUGUST 25, FRIDAY

End of Summer Family Shabbat and Pool Party at the Simon Family JCC’s outdoor waterpark begins at 5 pm. Kick the night off with Splash Fest Relay Races and games in the pool for all ages. Shabbat blessings and dinner start at 6 pm, which includes summer classics like chicken barbeque, pasta salad, and refreshing adult beverages, as well as a special welcome for Tidewater’s new Shinshinim, Maya and Naomi. $8 per child, $11 per adult, $30 maximum for a household. Children under 2 years old are free. For more information and to register, visit JewishVA.org/PJLibrary or contact Nofar Trem at NTrem@UJFT.org.

AUGUST 30, WEDNESDAY

35th Annual Strelitz International Golf Tournament at the Virginia Beach National Golf Club. Many levels of sponsorship opportunities are available—from $400 up to $10,500. SIA’s 35th Annual Golf Tournament welcomes all golfers and volunteers for a day of fun, golf, and an exciting awards reception with a delicious kosher buffet. Learn more at https://strelitzinternationalacademy.org/support-us/annual-golf-tournament/. To register as a sponsor, player, or volunteer, contact Carin Simon, director of advancement at Strelitz International Academy, at CSimon@StrelitzAcademy.org or 757-424-4327.

SEPTEMBER 10, SUNDAY

Super Sunday Community Campaign at the Marty Einhorn Pavilion. 10 am – 1 pm. For information, contact Amy Zelenka at azelenka@ujft.org or 757-965-6139.

Tzedakah Sunday Fun Day. Families are invited for an afternoon of fun with tzedakahthemed games and crafts at the Simon Family JCC. Babysitting sign-up will be available for parents who volunteer for the Super Sunday Community Campaign in the Marty Einhorn Pavilion between 12 and 1 pm. Free and open to the community. For more information and to register, visit JewishVA.org/children-family or contact Nofar Trem at Ntrem@ujft.org or 757-321-2334.

SEPTEMBER 13, WEDNESDAY

Fiddler on the Roof: Backstage and Beyond. A thought-provoking panel discussion that goes beyond the curtains of the upcoming Norfolk production of Fiddler on the Roof. Panelists include Rabbi Michael Panitz (Temple Israel), Tom Quaintance (Virginia Stage Company), Jeff Ryder (Virginia Stage Company), and others. Free and open to the community, registration required. 7:30 pm Wells Theatre. Part of a partnership between the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and Virginia Stage Company in advance of VSC’s October production of Fiddler on the Roof. Find out more at JewishVA.org/Fiddler. See page 50.

SEPTEMBER 27-DECEMBER 6, WEDNESDAYS

Jewish Medical Ethics: A 21st Century Discussion (Online). A 10-Week Melton Course offered by the Konikoff Center for Learning at United Jewish Federation of Tidewater. 6:45 pm. Led by Harman Grossman, an attorney and long-time Melton teacher at Central Synagogue in New York, students will have the chance to explore the positive, negative, beneficial, and detrimental aspects of the new technologies in the medical field and the wisdom Judaism offers in encounters with them. From human cloning to surrogacy, modern medical advances can improve and prolong life, but also raise dilemmas – and Judaism has a lot to say about it. Early Registration is $235 before September 20 using code EARLYBIRD at checkout. Standard registration is $295. For more information and to register, visit JewishVA.org/Melton or contact Sierra Lautman at slautman@ujft. org or 757-965-6107.