August 21, 2020 | 8 Elul 5780

Celebrate the launch of our UJA 2020 Campaign with us and join Jewish communities across Canada for the first-ever, nation-wide online Rosh HaShanah party hosted in partnership with your Canadian Federations! While the COVID-19 pandemic might be keeping us apart, we have united to create this special celebration that will highlight our vibrant communities of almost 400,000 strong to ring in the New Year! On Sunday, September 13 at 5:30pm (MDT), the lineup includes Canadians and Israelis, and has something for everyone:

• Surprise celebrity appearances to be announced soon!

• Shofar players from each community.

• Bubbies, kids, and Holocaust Survivors sharing what Rosh HaShanah means to them.

• Plus, much more!

Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event! Be sure to RSVP here and we will send you the live video link.

LIFE & LEGACY® donors gathered online last night to celebrate the success of Calgary's planned giving program. The focus of the evening was the Notorious RBG exhibit, presented by the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Centre. Led by a live docent and moderator, attendees virtually toured the exhibit featuring the life and times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Thank you to donors who have already signed a Letter of Intent, and Yasher Koach to the 10 Calgary partner organizations who have been training to have Legacy conversations, learning best practices, and how to steward donors. Jewish Calgary's future will continue to shine bright thanks to these endowed Legacy gifts. Imagine if you could provide a gift to the Jewish community that would last forever. Contact Diana Kalef for information.

Join the Calgary JCC for their Nice 2 Metre You, outdoor Jazz Fusion concert! This Sunday, August 30 at 6pm, enjoy live music with Zeev Berger & The Schmoozers and Heebros and Friends, followed by an open mic jam from Chai Notes Concert Series community musicians! Bring your blanket and picnic. Purchase tickets for $18 per couple/family or call 403-253-8600, ext.0. Karen's Café has pre-order options available.

This Rosh HaShanah will look very different for us all. We may not be together with family and friends, but you can show them how much they mean to you by sending Holiday Tribute Cards. It is a meaningful way to wish your family and friends Shana Tova while supporting Jewish Calgary. Send e-cards or we can print and mail the cards for you.