Death Strikes: The Emperor of Atlantis is a new, critically acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of Der Kaiser von Atlantis, a satirical sci-fi opera written in 1943 by two Jewish creators while they were imprisoned in Terezín (Theresienstadt) concentration camp. Writer Dave Maass visits the Tucson Jewish Museum with a visual presentation that covers the research that went into adapting the book for Dark Horse Comics, the secret symbolism and references embedded in the artwork, and how the book came together under the guidance of legendary comics editor Karen Berger (The Sandman).

TJMHC is excited to reimagine Southern Arizona’s original Purim Ball!

In the early 1900s, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society held a Purim Ball to raise funds to build the first synagogue in the Arizona Territory. Built in 1910, this space is now home to the Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center. Make plans now to join us as we celebrate their original vision and determination in creating a heart for Southern Arizona Jewish Life.

Join us to hear about the history of abortion rights in Arizona, learn about the Arizona Abortion Access Initiative, and discover how you can help advance these efforts! Signature-gathering training will be provided and lunch will be served.

Elaine Leeder has spent the last 28 years in and out of prison. Working with both victims and perpetrators, through the lens of Restorative Justice, has shown her that redemption, remorse, and contrition exist behind the walls.

As part of the JCRC's Hineni lecture series, Dr. Leeder will discuss the Jewish values and spirituality like teshuvah (charity), chesed (loving kindness) and tikkun olam (the act of repairing the world) that deeply inform her work.

This talk is co-sponsored by the Institute for Jewish Spirituality and Society with generous support from Jewish Philanthropies for Southern Arizona.