Everything that's Happening in Jewish Calgary
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Next ePom: Monday, January 20, 2020
Submission Deadline:
12:00 noon on Thursday, January 16, 2020.
Please see below for publication rules and other information
Submissions should be sent to
aglassmanboiko@jewishcalgary.org
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Join Calgary Jewish Federation as we mark this historic event with a two-part commemoration program. At 12pm, come together with Survivors, dignitaries, and community members to honour the victims of the Holocaust, their loved ones, and family members at Calgary City Hall.
At 7pm, join professor, historian, and political scientist Dr. Melanie Carina Schmoll at Calgary JCC for a dynamic lecture exploring the challenges of commemoration in a world of decreasing Survivors and witnesses, and the power of the lessons and stories of the Holocaust.
Click
HERE
to find a schedule and details of the day.
Round trip busing from the JCC to Calgary City Hall will be provided
.
Email Amy Glassman Boiko
or call
403-444-3153
to reserve a seat on the bus or with inquiries.
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PJ Library
®
Tot Shabbat
Friday, January 10 and January 24
9:45 - 10:00am start | Calgary JCC
Join PJ Library® for our popular musical 30- to 45-minute class focusing on the festive feeling of Shabbat and holidays through songs and movement with brachot and challah. There is no charge for this program and no need to register. Everyone is welcome but please note that this program is suitable for children who are not yet in preschool. Please
email Kathie
or phone 403-537-8592 for more information. Next Tot Shabbat dates:
February 7 and 21
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Shalom Baby Shower
Sunday, January 19
11:00am - 1:00pm | JCC Senior's Lounge
Have you recently been blessed with a new addition to your family? Shalom Baby would like to formally welcome your new child to the Jewish community! Join with other families to receive your Shalom Baby gift bag; stay for coffee and snacks, along with games and face painting for older kids.
Register online
or
contact Shalom Baby
for more details.
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PJ Goes to Preschool - The Calgary Jewish Academy
Thursday, January 23
9:30 - 11:00am | The Calgary Jewish Academy
Join us at CJA's Open House. Experience a morning of preschool with your friends, meet the teachers, staff and parents. Registration is required by
January 20.
For more information and to register
email Kathie
or
The Calgary Jewish Academy.
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PJ Goes to Preschool - Halpern Akiva Academy
Thursday, February 6
9:30 - 11:00am | Halpern Akiva Academy
Join us at Halpern Akiva's Open House. Experience a morning of preschool with your friends, meet the teachers, staff and parents. Registration is required by February 3. For more information and to register
email Kathie
or
Halpern Akiva Academy.
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Tot Shabbat
Friday, January 10
5:30pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Members: 0-4 Free, 5-12 $5, 13+ $10
Guests: 0-4 Free, 5-12 $10, 13+ $20
Introduce your little ones to the wonders of Kabbalat Shabbat in a relaxed kid-friendly environment. Light Shabbat Dinner provided. For more information contact Cantor Russ at 403-255-8688, ext.2 or
email him.
RSVP to the Beth Tzedec office o
r call 403-255-8688 by Wednesday, January 8.
Traditional Family Shabbat Dinner
Friday, January 24
6:00pm Services • 7:00pm Dinner | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Members: Adults $35 Kids $25 Guests: Adults $45 Kids $35
Beth Tzedec invites your family to be a part of a traditional Shabbat evening dinner. Experience the joy of prayer and the warmth of community as we bring in the Shabbat together. We hope you all will be able to join us! RSVP to the Beth Tzedec office at 403-255-8688 or
via email
by January 17.
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Juniors Shabbaton, ages 10-12
January 10 - 11
House of Jacob, iFly, & VRkade
There are still a few spots left to participate in the Juniors Shabbaton! Experience an awesome Shabbat with your friends, plus an unforgettable Saturday night at iFly and VRKade! For all details and to register,
email Miriam
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Teachers' Convention Camp
February 13 - 14 | Calgary JCC
Registration is now open for our two-day Teachers' Convention Camp. Register at our Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600, ext.0.
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Reminder: Camp BB Riback's Early Bird will end on January 31.
Please have your registration complete and payment in full to qualify for the 5% discount.
Email Stacy Shaikin
or visit Camp
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Calgary Yachad Hebrew School
Imagine a Hebrew School where kids don't want to miss a day. They come in with a smile and leave humming a Jewish tune. Children will learn reading, writing & conversational Hebrew through the acclaimed Aleph Champ program. Our Judaic curriculum is designed using multi-sensory, hands-on activities & art projects.Go
online
,
email us
, or call
403-281-3770
for more information and to register.
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NEW! Parent Parsha Connect
Wednesday, January 15
6:30 - 7:30 & 7:30 - 8:30pm
House of Jacob (1613 92 Avenue SW)
While teens participate in JSU Club or Learn & Earn Wednesday nights, NCSY moms and all women in the community are invited to stay for an exciting Torah class given by Miriam Carr. No previous knowledge or experience necessary. Please note, the same class will be given twice, beginning at 6:30pm & 7:30pm. For more information,
email Miriam
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Teen Edmonton Shabbaton
January 31 - February 2
Beth Israel (Edmonton) & WEM
Calgary teens are joining up with Vancouver and Edmonton NCSY for an incredible Shabbat experience, culminating in an epic all-nighter at the West Edmonton Mall - open exclusively to NCSY teens! Last day to register is Monday, January 13. For all details and to register
,
email Miriam
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Weekly JSU Club for Grades 8 & 9
Every Wednesday
6:30 - 7:30pm | House of Jacob (1613 92 Avenue SW)
JSU is a fun and interactive program that invites teens to hang out and get a little Jewish flavour in their life. Drinks and snacks are provided. PLUS: $5 off Vancouver Spring Regional each week they attend! RSVP is required. For more information or to sign up
,
email Rabbi Moshe Carr
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Learn & Earn for Grades 9-12
Every Wednesday
7:30 - 8:30pm | House of Jacob (1613 92 Avenue SW)
An engaging discussion-based program that explores various Jewish topics and encourages teens to voice their own opinions. PLUS: $15 off Vancouver Spring Regional each week attended, or $10 gift card. RSVP is required. For more information or to sign up,
email Rabbi Moshe Carr
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Mega Teen Challah Bake!
Sunday, January 26
Inviting teens grades 8-12 to join together at the Mega Teen Challah Bake! The teens will be making one Challah to bring home and one to donate to those in need! For more information and to sign up
email Brochie
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CTeen International NYC Shabbaton!
Febuary 27 - March 1
Join the 23 Alberta teens who already signed up for the CTeen International NYC Shabbaton, joining over 3500 teens from all over the world for an unforgettable experience
!
Contact Rabbi Zalmy
or
Brochie
for more details on the amazing discounted price arranged for the Calgary Teens & for any other questions
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Go online
for more
information on the program.
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 or was held.For more information please visit
go online
,
call 403-281-3770, or
email Brochie
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סיפורי מוסיקה
Stories of Music
Tuesday, January 7
6:30pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Di Yiddishe Amerika
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Due to the snowstorm on November 19, the third unit in Cantor Russ' Stories of Music course is going to be repeated on Tuesday, January 7. If you were unable to make the November session, or would like to take the session over again, please feel free to join us.
The Times They are A'Changin' – Part 2
Tuesday, January 21 | 6:30pm
Thursday, January 23 | 10:30am
Beth Tzedec Congregation
Cantor Russ is proud to bring to Beth Tzedec an adult education project developed in partnership with the Cantors Assembly, the American Conference of Cantors, and the Milken Archive of Jewish Music. This 10-session curriculum will engage you to think about the Jewish experience in North America in new and different ways as you explore stories of the evolving nature of Jewish music. We hope you will join Cantor Russ and be a part of this exciting new program. For more information or to sign up, please contact 403-255-8688 or
email us.
Members: Free of charge. Guests: $18 per class.
Beyond Dispute:
Debates that Shape Jewish Life
Led by Cantor Russell Jayne
February 4, 11, March 3, 24, May 5, 26,
June 2, 9, July 14, 28, August 11
6:30 - 8:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Course Cost: Members: $10, Guests: $18
Philosophical, spiritual, ethical, and cultural debates are at the heart of Judaism and Jewish life. Beyond Dispute is a multi-month course (11 classes) featuring a substantive, text-based exploration of how these debates have been manifested over the course of Jewish history. Enjoy rich discussion about their continued resonance in contemporary Jewish life. To register, please contact the office at 403-255-8688 or
email us.
Limited to 15 participants.
PREPARING FOR THE END OF LIFE: An Eight-Week Course based on Hassidic Literature, Talmudic Stories and Jewish Laws and Customs, Led by Rabbi Rick Kline
Thursdays, beginning February 6
6:30 - 9:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Open to lay participants and clergy, all texts in Hebrew and English, no prerequisite. Participants are asked to commit to all eight sessions ending April 2. (Note: No class on February 27)
Members and volunteers of Beth Tzedec and Chevra Kadisha: $50
Members of the community at large: $100
Students: $25. Includes a comprehensive 194 page text book. Registration limited to 12 participants. For more information, and to register, please go
online,
email the Beth Tzedec office, or call
403-255-8688.
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Journey to Self-Improvement – an In-depth Study of the Book
The
Path of the Just
January 8 and 22
1:30 - 2:30pm | Congregation House of Jacob Mikveh Israel
Class with Rabbi Binyomin Halpern
Information: 587-917-6651
Gemara
January 9, 16 and 23
7:30pm | Congregation House of Jacob Mikveh Israel
Classes with Rabbi Binyomin Halpern and Rabbi Chaim Safren
Information: 403-259-3230
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Torah 'n Java
Saturday mornings at 9.45am | Temple B’nai Tikvah
Come join us for a cup of coffee, or two, and stimulating Torah before our morning services.
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Kehilat Shalom Home Delivery:
Home Havdalah
Next Home Delivery Havdalah takes place Saturday, January 18
Once a month, Kehilat Shalom holds a Saturday evening Havdalah celebration at member’s homes, along with dessert and informal programming. Join us in bidding goodbye to Shabbat and ushering its spirit of joy into the coming week. Times and locations vary, and celebrations are free to attend (voluntary donations accepted but not required). For location information
Join our Facebook group,
subscribe to our newsletter , or
email us.
Kehilat Shalom Home Delivery:
Melamed Mondays
Kehilat Shalom Home Delivery is a new initiative to deliver programming at people’s homes in the community. Our weekly Melamed Mondays are Text/Talmud study sessions facilitated by Rabbi Leonard Cohen on a variety of topics. We examine traditional texts in both Hebrew and English, to analyze their meaning and explore their applicability to our world today. Classes are free, and take place weekly on Mondays at 1:30pm at members' homes. To find out the location and our upcoming classes, or for more information, either:
Join our Facebook group,
subscribe to our newsletter , or
email us.
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Torah Mornings with Miriam
Monday, January 20
9:00 - 10:00am | 34 Hogarth Crescent SW
Women in the community are invited for an engaging Torah class given by Miriam Carr.
Hot drinks and refreshments will be served.
No previous knowledge or experience is neccessary, but RSVP is required. For more information,
email Miriam
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Monthly Golden Age Luncheon
Tuesdays, January 14
11:45am - 1:45pm | Calgary JCC
Enjoy a home cooked meal and wonderful entertainment by
The Harmonicans
. Please bring one food item each month for the Mitzvah Project Food Bank. RSVP at Customer Service Desk at
403-253-8600, ext.0. $5 per person.
Hearing Clinic
Monday, January 27
10:00 - 11:30am | Calgary JCC
Simply put, we believe every sound connects us to our world. Come receive a complimentary screening. No appointment necessary.
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Hazak 55+ Presents
Common Scams: How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Wednesday January 22
12:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation
Beth Tzedec and Hazak 55+ welcomes Sgt. Matt Frederickson who will discuss the ways you can protect yourself and your loved ones from telephone, telemarketing, and online fraud and scams. Sgt. Frederickson serves on the Fraud Team of the Calgary Police Service's Economic Crimes Unit. Lunch at 12 noon, $5 for members and $7 for guests. RSVP to the synagogue office at 403-255-8688 by
Monday, January 20. Please pay at the office upon arrival, if you have not paid in advance. For more information, please contact Maxine Fischbein at 403-616-0320. Everyone is welcome.
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Community Celebrations | Commemorations
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Shabbat Shiraz
Fourth Friday of each Month
7:15 – 8:00 pm | Temple B’nai Tikvah
Temple B’nai Tikvah has a Wine and Cheese social before Shabbat services . We supply the wine and cheese, please bring your favorite wine to share.
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HOJMI Gala Dinner 2020
Celebrating the Installation of Rabbi Binyomin and Malka Halpern, Honouring HOJMI’s Life & Legacy Donors
February 9, 2020
5:30pm | Carriage House Inn
Information: 403-259-3230
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Robbie Burnstein Pub Night
Thursday, February 13
Cocktails at 6:00pm | BTZ Schnapps n' Schmaltz Pub (Lower Level, Beth Tzedec Synagogue)
Please join us for an intimate evening that is short on formalities and filled, instead, with warm friendship, engaging toasts, fine spirits, and an inspired menu blending the best of Scottish and Jewish fare. Space is limited to approximately 100 lads and lassies, so please don't delay! Grab a mate, find a date, and buy your tickets today.
Click here for more info and to order your tickets
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Welcome Shabbat - Let it Snow & Sing!
Friday, January 10
10:30am | Calgary JCC
Join us in the JCC lobby for a family-friendly candle lighting, kiddush, hamotzi, and a fun activity!
Israeli Folk Dance Ages 16+
Sundays, January 12 - March 15 | Calgary JCC
7:00 - 8:30pm (9 weeks, no class on February 16)
Yael Guterman, Israeli RAD certified dance instructor, owner of
La Pointe Dance Studio
, will teach you traditional Israeli folk dance steps, combinations, and current Israeli dance choreographies. No experience or partner required. Register at Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext.0. $50/Member $75/Public
Chai Notes Concert
Sunday, January 19
3:00 - 5:00pm | Calgary JCC
A noteworthy afternoon to celebrate popular Jewish songwriters. 18 performances spanning Broadway to Top 40. Purchase your tickets
online
or call 403-253-8600, ext.0. Adults $ 18; Youth $ 15; Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children) $ 60.
Call for Visual Artists
Calgary JCC Arts & Culture is calling professional and emergent Jewish visual artists to submit their artwork for upcoming shows.
Email
portfolio to Shula.
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Painting Party at Colour Me Mine
Sunday, February 9
10:00am | Colour Me Mine
Members: Free (except for cost of project piece)
Non-members: $10 (plus cost of project piece)
Join us for a fun morning of painting and some schmoozing. A light breakfast will be served. Participants are responsible for covering the cost of the piece that they will be creating. For more information and to RSVP, please
email Na'amat Canada Calgary.
New friends are always welcome at Na'amat.
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Laugh Yourself Silly
Monday February 10
Doors – 6:30pm, Show – 7:30pm
Comedy Cave, 1020 8 Avenue SW
JNF Future invites you to our annual Tu B'Shvat comedy night. Cheer for the contestants in our Last Comic Standing contest (we still have a spot available), and enjoy our feature comedian Adam Hunter. Adam is a veteran funnyman who has appeared on The Late Show, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, and many other shows.
Go online
to purchase tickets. Don’t delay – this event always sells out! More information: call 403-255-0295 or
email
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JNF Negev Gala
Thursday, May 7
Save the date for our annual major fundraising event, this year honouring Councillor Diane Colley-Urquhart. Watch for more information soon.
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A Hitmen Game For Everyone!!
Calgary Hitmen vs. Swift Current Broncos
Sunday, January 12
Buses depart from JCC 12:30pm | Scotiabank Saddledome
This hockey excursion is only
$14 per person and includes a ticket to the game, round-trip busing from the to the arena from the JCC, and a chance to meet one of the Hitmen team members! Inclusion is our priority; easy access seats are available.
Go online
to register and sign-up for busing, or
contact Karina Szluc
with inquiries. Deadline to register is
January 7 at 10:00pm.
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The Calgary Jewish Academy Annual Open House
Thursday, January 23
9:30am | The Calgary Jewish Academy
Hear perspectives from current CJA students and get to know faculty and staff. The event will also feature guided tours of the CJA. RSVP
via email
or call 403-253-3992
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Clothing Donation Drive
January 17 - 27
Calgary JCC
Calgary JCC will be hosting a clothing donation bin in our lobby in support of the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta. Bring in your gently-used clothing and accessories, shoes, linens, toys and books, small household items and recyclable beverage containers. Please bag and tie all donations.
Winter Program Registration
Calgary JCC
Registration for our winter programs is now open. You can register
online or at our Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600, ext.0.
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Na'amat Canada Calgary's New Young Women's Club invites you to Help Assemble Layettes for New Mothers in Need at Basically Babies
Monday, January 27
6:00 - 9:00pm | Basically Babies
RSVP: Stephanie's cell at 403-660-2780 or
email her. Please Note: This new club is for women in their twenties and thirties.
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Renowned Holocauset Writer Borys Mychajlowytsch Sabarko looking for support with translations services – You can help!
Sabarko is the author of around 200 books and articles, published in Israel, Austria, Russia, Czechoslovakia, Ukraine and Hungary. In Germany his multivolume series on which appeared Shoah in Ukraine and published by him memoirs:
Only we survived the Dittrich Verlag
and
Surviving in the Shadow of Death
. He is also the initiator of documentaries on anti-Semitic writings and violent crimes in Ukraine. In order to bring these important books to Canada, he is looking for support in funding translation services of two of his books. If you are interested in donating or would like to learn more please contact
ukras3@gmail.com
or
bor1@voliacable.com
, or call Maria Shtaif at 403-281-6663.
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here
to read our publication policy and guidelines.
Calgary Jewish Federation does not necessarily endorse all the events listed in ePOM. Inclusion in this community service does not imply authorization or recommendation.
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We Want to Hear From You!
If you have any comments about ePom or anything else in the community, please contact Adam Silver, Chief Executive Officer, Calgary Jewish Federation at 403-444-3151 or
email
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Calgary Jewish Federation wants you! We have lots of exciting information to share about upcoming programs and events. If you are not already receiving our publications, please send us your contact information and we will be sure to bring you up to date on happenings in Jewish Calgary. To sign up today,
email Tabby Khumalo
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