Everything That's Happening in Jewish Calgary

Next ePom: Monday October 2, 2017  Submission Deadline: 12pm SHARP, Friday Sept.29 . No submissions will be accepted after that time. Please note we can only list an event three times in a six-month period.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Betzalel Arts Exhibit Until October 1 | Temple B’nai Tikvah Betzalel Arts presents the group art exhibit AWE, Rediscovering Reverence and Wonder in Life.

Rosh Hashanah Class - The Silent Voice Monday September 18 7:30pm | Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta By the Calgary JLI. RSVP by email or call 403.281.3770

Rosh Hashanah Special Order Pick Up Wednesday September 20 9:00am – 3:00pm | Calgary JCC If you place a special order for Rosh Hashanah don’t forget to pick up on September 20.

King Solomon’s Ants Shabbat September 23 5:45 pm | HOJMI A talk by Rabbi Yisroel Miller No Fee, everyone welcome.

Surviving and Thriving: Living with Autism Tuesday September 26 6:30pm | Calgary JCC Candace Ford-Taperek and Maria Vial from Autism Calgary will share information to help family, friends, and neighbours better relate to children with autism. Registration is required by email or call Karina Szulc at 403-389-6994.

Days of Awe Meditation Wednesday September 27 7:00 - 8:30pm | Calgary JCC Come create space in your body and mind to invite your deepest peace in these days of awe. Gently embrace these days with greater awareness in a meditation designed to open you up to the great possibilities of a new year with a meaningful meditation. Come as you are to sit, relax and prepare for the New Year! Facilitator: Hilda Smith, Dip.Ed, CYMT, CIC. Free admission, RSVP by email .

Harlem Globetrotters September 28 7:00pm The original Harlem Globetrotters are on the road for their action packed 2017 tour. A star-studded roster will have fans on the edge of their seats to witness the ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry, and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that thrills fans of all ages. We will have the opportunity to join the Globetrotters stars at half-time for a meet-and-greet autograph, photograph and high-five session. Free transport available from JCC. Purchase tickets by Wednesday, September 20 at JCC Customer Service Desk (403-253-8600, ext.0.) Tickets: $24 | BBYO: $10

Yom Kippur Class - The Holy Heritic Tuesday September 28 7:30pm | Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta By the Calgary JLI. RSVP by email or call 403.281.3770

JCC Community Klezmer Band Dance Monday October 2 7:30 - 9:00pm | Calgary JCC Have you ever been to a Jewish wedding? Do you wish you had more weddings and bnai mitzvot to dance the "horas" and enjoy all the high spirited Jewish music? Here's your opportunity! Presenting the JCC Community Klezmer Band! Come dance all Eastern European fast-paced and happy music. Visit our Facebook event page and RSVP here to enter a draw to win great prizes. $10 suggested donation.

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Let’s Talk Diabetes Tuesday October 3 10:00-11:00am | Calgary JCC This presentation by Diabetes Canada will provide a basic overview of the disease, information about how it is caused, the signs and symptoms and disease management.

Sukkah Decoration Tuesday October 3 10:00am - 3:00pm | Calgary JCC Get your creative juices going and help Shula decorate one of the most beautiful sukkahs in town! Refreshments provided.

Sukkah Display Festival Wednesday October 4 6:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation We will be displaying all five Sukkot designed by the U of C School of Environmental Design with a special premier showing of a documentary on the project along with an appreciation ceremony. Services to follow at 7:00 pm. For more information, please call the office at 403-255-8688 or email .

29th Annual Community Open Sukkah Wednesday October 4 7:30pm | Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta, 134 Forge Road SE Join us at our new Grand Chabad Sukkah at our Calgary Campus. RSVP by Tuesday October 3rd. For more information email or call 403.281.3770.

Open Sukkah October 5-11 8:00am-7:00pm | Calgary JCC Our beautiful Sukkah, located in the JCC parking lot, will be open for everybody to enjoy their meals and restful time. Private functions and community agencies are welcome. To book the Sukkah please email Shula .

Welcome Shabbat in the Sukkah Friday October 6 11:00am | Calgary JCC Everyone is welcome for a fun and tasty morning in our sukkah.

Pizza in the Hut Friday October 6 6:00pm Erev Shabbat Family Service | Beth Tzedec Congregation Join us for a fun-filled pizza dinner in the Sukkah (or Skylight Lounge in the event of inclement weather). $5.00 per adult $18.00 per family. RSVP at 403-255-8688 or email .

Open Mic in the Sukkah Sunday October 8 2:00 - 4:00pm | Calgary JCC Shake the Lulav and some tunes. Bring your musical instrument and let’s enjoy some great music. Refreshments provided. Please email Shula .

Smoothies in the Sukkah Monday October 9 10:30am | Beth Tzedec Sukkah PJ Library and Beth Tzedec Congregation invite you to our eighth annual Smoothies in the Sukkah. All children, parents and grandparents are invited to celebrate Sukkot with stories, songs, crafts and Rabbi's famous smoothies.There is no charge but please let Kathie know if you are planning to attend: email or phone 403-537-8592. A donation for Miriam's Well would be appreciated. This program is suitable for children under the age of eight.

Seniors Luncheon  Tuesday October 10 11:45am - 1:45pm | Calgary JCC A lovely way to spend a Tuesday afternoon with friends in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a home cooked meal and wonderful entertainment. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Mitzvah Project Food Bank. Buy your tickets at the Customer Service Desk. Cost is $5 for members and public.

Personal Touch Fashions Wednesday October 11 10:30am – 1:30pm | Calgary JCC A traveling clothing store will be showing fashion for all ages. Assorted styles and sizes for sale.

Simchat Torah at Chabad Thursday October 12 7:00pm | Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta Dancing, food, schnapps, l'chaim, spirit & more. For more information email or call 403-281-3770.

Simchat Torah Celebration and Siddur Ceremony Thursday October 12 7:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation Celebrate the reading of the concluding verses of the Torah with the 7 Hakafot (processions), take a “Torah Tour” with a fully unrolled scroll, and enjoy music, dancing, and refreshments. Students in the B’nai Mitzvah Program will be presented with their own Siddurim. For more information, please call the office at 403-255-8688 or email .

Art Exhibition & Sale Sunday October 15 10:00am – 4:00 pm | Calgary JCC Featuring work from 15 Betzalel Artist. Paintings, metal work, jewellery, drawings, still life, landscape, expressionistic abstraction. For additional information please contact Milt Fischbein or see our website.

Antisemitism in Germany Today Tuesday October 17 7:00pm | Calgary JCC Melanie Carina Schmoll, PhD, is a Political Scientist and Lecturer at the University of Hamburg, Germany. Her research focus lies on security issues in Israel as well as on German - Israeli relations. She is also teacher and educator for German History and Politics. Her current research project deals with society, Judaism and security in Israel. For more information, contact Judy Shapiro, email or 403-444-3153.

Travel and Immunization Wednesday October 18 10:00am - 12:00pm | Calgary JCC Don’t be caught off guard. Learn what you need to do for your health before travelling. In partnership with Safeway/Sobeys pharmacy.

CHW Games Day Wednesday October 18 11:15am | Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club CHW invites everyone to join in on the fun and games at their annual luncheon and games day. Doors open at 11:15 am. Tickets: $50 plus $10 for the raffle tickets. Proceeds from this year's event will go to the Hadassim Youth Village. To book your table please call the CHW office at 403-253-4612 or register online . Please bring a non-perishable food item for Miriam's well.

Rosh Hashanah Class - The Silent Voice Monday September 18 7:30pm | Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta by the Calgary JLI. RSVP by email or call 403-281-3770.

Estate Planning  Thursday October 19 6:30-8:00pm | Calgary JCC Join us for a presentation on safeguarding your legacy / significance. Learn about what is needed to protect you and your family with a comprehensive estate plan. Coffee and snacks provided. In partnership with MacMillan Estate Planning. RSVP for this free event to Nessie at 403-537-8599.

PJ Library Tot Shabbat Friday October 20 9:45am for 10am start | Calgary JCC Join our free, fun half-hour class focusing on the festive feeling of Shabbat and holidays with songs, dance and brachot. Following dates: November 3,17, December 1, 15. There is no need to register but contact Kathie or phone 403-537-8592 for more information.

Dr. Bernd Wollschlaeger - The Jewish Journey of a Nazi's Son Sunday October 22 7:00 pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation Please join us to hear the compelling and remarkable Jewish Journey of Dr. Bernd Wollschlaeger - the son of a decorated Nazi tank commander. He was fourteen when he discovered his father's role as a Nazi in World War II, beginning a journey to learn more about Judaism, convert, move to Israel, and to enlist in the IDF. This is a fundraising event in support of Holocaust and Human Rights Education. General Admission is $18, Students $9, available online , or $20/$10 at the door. We are accepting sponsorship donations that will help support Holocaust & Human Rights Education and give you an opportunity to pay tribute to a loved one, also online .

Hearing Screening Clinic Monday October 23 10:00 – 11:30am | Calgary JCC Simply put, we believe every sound connects us to our world. Come receive a complimentary screening. In partnership with Connect Hearing Please. Call 403-253-8600, ext.0 to book an appointment. Free.

HAZAK 55+ - Can Charlottesville Happen Here? Fighting Hatred in our Midst. Wednesday October 25 12:00-2:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation Given the continuing impact of Charlottesville, Rabbi Osadchey will explore its aftermath with a survey about white supremacist and hate groups in Alberta and suggestions of how we move forward. Lunch will be served at 12 noon and costs $5 per person. RSVP to the Synagogue office at 403-255-8688 by Monday, October 23rd. For more information, please contact Donna Caplan at 403-271-3066.

Leonard Cohen Chai Tribute Concert  Sunday October 29 3:00 - 5:00pm | Calgary JCC The Calgary JCC invites you to pay tribute to an amazing artist – Leonard Cohen. 18 performers, 18 songs. Don't miss this meaningful event, and wear a fedora to celebrate this iconic man. Sponsored by Lenny and Faigel Shapiro & Family. Buy your tickets here . JCC members: $18, public: $25, at the door: $36

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Pinternosh When is Jewish Food Month? All year round. That’s why we want you to start the Jewish New Year showcasing your best dishes from any Jewish cuisine: Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Israeli, Moroccan, Bukharian, etc. Come by JCC over the next few weeks and have a look at the pictures of all the wonderful Jewish food we have posted by Karen's Café. Take a few minutes to answer our trivia for a chance to win some prizes. We have also posted some wonderful recipes and pictures on our website .

High Holidays at Chabad Open to everyone. No membership required. Join us for services, programs, meals and more. Main services take place at our new location, the Chabad Calgary Campus. For security and organizational proposes, Please register ASAP. For more info & to register. or call 403.281.3770, email .

Community Dinners & Festive Meals New this year. For the first time in Calgary, Chabad is hosting eight community dinners and festive meals over the High Holiday season. By registration only, online , 403.281.3770 or email.

Calgary Yachad Hebrew School Registration is open for the 5778 - 2017/2018 Calgary Yachad Hebrew School. Presenting Judaism as a way of life, filled with pride, joy, dreams, meaning, and fulfillment. Our curriculum is designed using multi-sensory, hands-on activities, creative art projects, music and drama. Visit our website , email , or call 403.281.3770 for more information and to register.

Bat Mitzvah Club Special Club for Girls Ages 11-13. Learn what it really means to be a Bat Mitzvah in the modern world through art, cooking & baking, discussion & self expression! Welcoming girls of all backgrounds and affiliations (no-matter where the celebration will be held or was held). For more information please visit our website , call 403.281.3770, or email .

Great Debates in Jewish History An extraordinary new series that challenges everything we think, everything we know, and everything we believe about Judaism, presented by the Calgary JLI at Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta. Tuesday Evenings beginning October 31 or Wednesday Mornings beginning November 1st. Our website, 403.281.3770, email .

Group Bnai Mitzvah Lessons Kehilat Shalom is pleased to offer free group bnai mitzvah lessons included with an adult membership. Rabbi Leonard Cohen will be offering classes on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the JCC after the High Holidays. For further information please contact us or Rabbi Leonard Cohen by email or by phone at 403 850 0106.

Rugelach for 8-10 Year Olds Rugelach will be a monthly, fun, social, Jewish gathering for children in grades 3-5. Registration is open to all Jewish children in the age range. While the program is free, any activity that requires payment will be the responsibility of the parents. For more info or to register, please contact Jenny Laing .

Shabbat School at Temple B’nai Tikvah Temple B’nai Tikvah offers a comprehensive Jewish education from preschool through b’nai mitzvah, combining laughter with learning, art with argument and tikkun olam with t’fillah. Our professional teachers are warm and dedicated, offering a curriculum designed for Reform congregations. Temple’s Shabbat school invites Jewish children to explore what it means to be modern Jews who cherish ancient wisdom. Our two year b’nai mitzvah program begins when your child is eleven years old and provides our bar and bat mitzvah candidates with the understanding they need to take their places as young Jewish adults. For information and registration packages please contact the Temple office at 403-252-1654.

Calgary Jewish Hockey League Sunday evenings September through April Interested in playing ice hockey with other members of the Jewish community? The CMJHL is now open for registration for the 2017-2018 season. The non-contact league is open to adults of all skill levels looking to join a fun and serious ice hockey league with games once per week. Participants can expect all games to be played in the southwest at either the Stu Peppard or Oakridge Arenas. For more information and/or to register please contact Rod Sztabzyb .

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Chief Program Officer  The Chief Program Officer is a key member of the senior leadership team of Calgary Jewish Federation, overseeing most of the organization’s program and service delivery and assuming responsibility for the Community Relations, Security and Advocacy portfolios. The CPO supervises a number of program staff, and reports directly to the CEO. This role is ideal for candidates looking to make a difference in Jewish and broader Calgary, with a focus on ensuring that programs and services address diverse community needs, build Jewish identity and pride, advocate on behalf of Jewish and human rights concerns, and build relationships with key stakeholders including local law enforcement and politicians. This is a full-time senior management position. More detailed information here . Salary commensurate with experience. Send your cover letter and resume in confidence to Paula Egelnick by October 16, 2017.

Shalom Baby and PJ Library® Program Assistant The Shalom Baby and PJ Library® Program Assistant will support Calgary Jewish Federation’s Shalom Baby program and aid in the delivery of PJ Library programs. This is a part-time position (maximum 15 hours per month) and the successful candidate will report to the PJ Library Coordinator. More detailed information here . Send your cover letter and resume in confidence to Paula Egelnick by October 16, 2017.

Join the Calgary JCC Team. We are now hiring for the following positions: Group Exercise Coordinator, Customer Service Representative, Graphic Designer, Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Arts, Culture and Israeli Programs Manager, Daycare Staff, and Aqua Exercise Specialty Leader. Visit our website for all the details.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer for our UJA Cell-a-Thons  Monday September 25 Wednesday September 27 Tuesday October 17 6:30 - 8:30pm | Calgary JCC  Everyone counts. Make yourself count by helping build Jewish community. Volunteer for a UJA Cell-a-Thon. For more information or to volunteer, contact Irena Karshenbaum at 403-537-8594 or email .

Sharing our Memories - A Project in Storytelling Are you a Holocaust survivor? Would you like to share your memories from your experience during the Holocaust? Would you like to have your story documented so it is forever remembered? Also, Volunteers needed: -Russian speakers to interview and record stories -Transcribers to transcribe stories from audio recording to text (Russian/English) -Translators from Russian to English -Proof readers and editors (Russian/English) -Event organization For details, please contact Jewish Family Service Calgary 403-287-3510.

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Bruchim Habayim Need somewhere to go for Shabbat or a Holiday meal? Have room at your table for a guest? Karina Szulc, our Shalom Calgary Coordinator can make the connection through our Bruchim Habayim program. Call her at 403-389-6994 or email .

Children at Kehilat Shalom Kehilat Shalom Congregation is offering child care, kosher snack and an educational program for ages 3-5 and 6-10 on the three days of the High Holidays. Child care runs from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m. Children ages 3-5 will have a half hour educational program; children ages 6-10 will have a 45 minute educational program on all three high holiday days. For further information please contact Leslie Levant .

Calgary BBYO and JCC Membership Calgary BBYO members are entitled to a 1-year individual JCC membership with purchase of BBYO membership. Contact Joel Zimmerman by  email .

Miriam's Well Food donations are gratefully accepted for Miriam's Well. You can drop off non-perishable items to the donation bin in the JCC. Making a habit of donating will benefit those in need.

Chevra Kadisha information Listings of funerals and unveiling information are available on the Chevra Kadisha website. Click  HERE .

Kosher Food in the Hospital You can order kosher food during a stay in the hospital, but you have to follow the correct procedure. Please call Jewish Community Chaplain Sari Shernofsky at 403-251-6507, for further information or if you or a family member would appreciate a hospital visit. Please click  here  for more information.

Shalom Baby Has there been an addition to your family? Shalom Baby welcomes new babies and their parents to the Calgary Jewish community by providing free Shalom Baby gift bags filled with information, resources and gifts from Jewish organizations in the city. We invite new parents and grandparents to share the joyful news of a new baby in our community with us and we will arrange for the delivery of a Shalom Baby gift bag. Please  email  Kathie Wainer or phone 403-537-8592.

PJ Library® PJ Library® sends eligible children between the ages of six months and eight years a Jewish content book or CD every month directly to their homes at no cost. If you would like to register a child or get more information about this incredible free Jewish literacy program, please  email  Kathie Wainer or phone 403-537-8592. *NEW* PJ Library® Calgary and Calgary Jewish Federation are excited to invite you to join PJ Library Calgary® for Russian-Speaking Families a new program for families who speak Russian and would like their children to learn about Jewish culture and maintain their Russian and Hebrew language skills. For the first time, PJ Library will now offer quality educational programs, events and holiday celebrations in Russian as well. For information about this new program for Russian speakers and to register your children for PJ Library, contact Veronika Havkin at 587-707-2077 or email . See this ad in Russian here .

Kesher Klub (Inclusion) Our community prides itself on being inclusive. The Kesher program provides wonderful opportunities for Jewish adults with disabilities to explore and grow through a variety of Jewish recreational, social and inclusive activities. Please contact Karina Szulc for more information at 403-389-6994 or by  email .

News from Israel and the Jewish World For up to the minute news and insights on Israel and the Jewish world, please click  here .

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

ePom is published on the first and third Monday of each month (or the next business day after Jewish or statutory holidays) except July and August which are first Mondays only. The submission deadline is noon on the Friday prior to publication (Thursday before a holiday Friday). Did you know? You can send us your ePom submissions via  email . Be sure to put "ePom" in the subject line and to include a title, a brief summary of event details, contact information and your high-res logo. Logos must include the name of your organization. Maximum two logos per item. Calgary Jewish Federation reserves the right to edit as required. Calgary Jewish Federation does not necessarily endorse all the events listed in e-POM. Inclusion in this community service does not imply authorization or recommendation.

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