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Calgary Jewish Federation applauds our agencies who at this time of challenge and need, continue to diligently serve our community. One of the ways that we are supporting these agencies that are caring for vulnerable community members, congregants, students and young people, is by convening with our community's shuls, day schools,  JFSC , Camp BB Riback , Calgary JCC , and Chevra Kadisha via Zoom on a weekly basis. These "COVID-19 Agency Check-ins" allow for assessing the needs of our agencies, in order to fully understand the extensive work being done to support our community. Should you want to learn more about how we are supporting our agencies at this time, please do not hesitate to reach out .
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April 17, 2020 | 23 Nisan 5780
On Monday, April 20, join Calgary Jewish Federation on Yom HaShoah as we remember and honour the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. At 4:00pm, we are releasing a virtual commemoration video featuring our community's Survivors, March of The Living students, clergy, and more. Following the video, we invite you to join us and take part in a cross-Canada commemoration , beginning at 5:00pm MST. This national commemoration will feature greetings from the Prime Minister, Survivor testimony, musical performances, and prayers. Watch for our video and link to the commemoration in your inbox, on our website , and on Facebook . Email Diana Kalef with inquiries.
On April 7, Jewish Adult Calgary (JAC) hosted a virtual Pesach cooking class . Participants learned how to make traditional matzah balls and charoset for their Passover seders. Following the lesson, JAC staff delivered the finished product, along with chicken soup, to members spending the holidays alone in self-isolation. JAC hasn't slowed down during this time as staff and volunteers continue to provide as many dynamic and engaging programs as ever! To learn more about JAC's virtual events and programs, and how JAC is serving Jewish adults under 40, email Emerging Gen Coordinator, Danielle Braitman, or visit JAC on Facebook .
On April 8, 35 preschoolers, along with their moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, friends, and caregivers joined PJ Library ® 's Virtual Seder Sing-Along. It was a joyful half-hour of virtual Zoom pandemonium, with everyone learning all the holiday favorites, including Ma Nishtanah. By popular demand, PJ's Virtual Tot Shabbat will now be held weekly, so join in on the fun next Friday, April 24 at 10:00am. Please email Kathie Wainer for the Zoom link or for information about PJ Library.
This Pesach, Federation's Inclusion department delivered 23 care packages to those in isolation, individuals with disabilities, and those living in group homes. During this time of COVID-19, Federation's Inclusion Manager, Karina Szulc, continues to provide robust programming to support and engage community members of all abilities. For more information on upcoming virtual Inclusion programs and resources for persons with disabilities, email Karina Szulc or visit the Jewish Disabilities Awareness and Inclusion Calgary (J.U.D.A.I.C.A) page on Facebook.
Building an inclusive community is our priority. Contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.