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Quick Calendar for

April 2 - May 2

April 5 - OrH, Gan Machaneh

April 6 - Adath Shalom, Housing and Care Options for Seniors

April 6 - PJ Library and OJCS Passover Celebration!

April 6 - OrH Craft & Schmooze

April 6 - Meeting Point Ministries, 7th Anniversary Celebration

April 6 - KBI, Fun Games Night

April 7 - JFS, Schmooze & Schmear repeat

April 7 - Bytowne Cinema, The Spoils

April 10 - Federation, Babies & Bagels at Starr Gymnastics

April 11 - OrH, Freylich Friday

April 11 - OrH, Teddy Bear Shabbat

April 23 - Federation, Yom HaShoah, Community Commemoration

April 24 - Temple Israel and CHES, SODA (film)

April 27 - Federation, PJOW April event

April 29 - SJCC, Yom HaZikaron

April 29 - KBI, Malca Pass Book Discussion Group 

April 30 - SJCC, Ottawa Jewish Business Network repeat

May 1 - SJCC, Yom HaAtzmaut

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Coming soon: May 9 - Federation and Machzikei Hadas, Young Adult Shabbat Dinner

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FEDERATION

Art as Remembrance

Yom HaShoah Community Commemoration

April 23

7 - 8 pm

Following the annual candle lighting ceremony in honour of our local Shoah survivors, there will be a panel discussion with artists Jacqueline Kott-Wolle and Rafael Goldchain, moderated by Professor Hernan Tesler-Mabé who will explore the theme of "Art as Remembrance." The Jewish Federation of Ottawa thanks Canadian Heritage National Holocaust Remembrance Program for their support of the Federation's Shoah initiatives in the form of a grant. For security reasons, only registered guests will be admitted. More information and register here

Community Service Awards

Deadline May 1

Volunteers are a vital component of our community. Three awards will be presented at the Federation Annual General Meeting on June 25, 2025. Nominations are open now until May 1, 2025. Nominate someone today! For more information visit

Young Adults

Federation and Machzikei Hadas Young Adult Shabbat Dinner

Save the Date: May 9

Contact Oren Baray at obaray@jewishottawa.com

PJ LIBRARY

PJ Library

Celebrate Passover

April 6

1 - 3 pm

Join PJ Library and the Ottawa Jewish Community School for a fun-filled Passover celebration!

Enjoy an afternoon of Passover-themed crafts, music, and activities for the whole family!

Kindly register by April 4.

OJCS Gymnasium, 31 Nadolny Sachs Pvt.

Babies & Bagels

Starr Gymnastics

April 10

10:30 - 12:30

Bring your little one for a fun-filled gymnastics session led by a trained coach! Enjoy a morning filled with laughter and movement as you bond and explore together.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon! FREE

Age appropriate for ages 0 months to 2 years old.

1140 Morrison Drive

PJ Our Way

April 27

1 - 2:30 pm

Tweens ages 9-12 years old will enjoy this 1.5 hour club filled with fun activities, interesting discussions and opportunities to meet other Jewish children their age. This last session for winter/spring will centre around Jewish artists and their influence in the world. Snacks and drinks included.

Contact Eriel at eben-gal@jewishottawa.com

Adath Shalom Congregation

Exploring Housing and Care Options for Seniors in Ottawa

April 6

11 am - 12:30 pm

For this adult education ZOOM event, Iris Beer (Jewish Family Services) will discuss housing and care options for seniors, including Ontario Health at Home, long-term care vs retirement homes, and both Jewish and non-Jewish resources which support seniors to remain in their own homes.

Contact Paul Adler for link at psadler@psadler.com

Bytowne Cinema 

Film: The Spoils

April 7 

 6:30 pm

The Spoils, a powerful documentary exploring the complex history of Nazi-looted art through the story of Jewish art dealer Max Stern. The film delves into the challenges and moral questions surrounding art restitution, following the delayed exhibition in honour of Stern at the Düsseldorf City Museum. Youtube

Buy tickets here

Jewish Family Services

Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group

April 7 weekly until May 26 10:30 am - 12 pm

This program provides an opportunity to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, have a nosh, and get to know one another. A senior Jewish male will ensure a safe and confidential environment for group discussions exploring topics of relevance. Food and premises are kosher.

Transportation is available at an additional fee. Limited space, registration is required. Contact George Sladowski at 613-722-2225 x350 or gsladowski@jfsottawa.com

225 Carling Ave. 

Kehillat Beth Israel

Fun Games Night

April 6

7 - 9 pm

Join us for games like trivia, music, Deal or No Deal, Pictionary, The Newlywed Game, Let’s Make a Deal, and Balloon Toss. It’s an audience participation event for ages 10-100, full of fun and laughter! Hosted by Paul Basi. Cost: $5

Sponsor: Jewish Federation of Ottawa MicroGrants

Register here

Malca Pass Book Discussion Group Meeting

April 29

Join us for an enjoyable evening of a book review followed by lively discussion. All are welcome even if you haven't read the book: The Promise by Damon Galgut 

Reviewer: Deborah Saginur

1400 Coldrey Ave.

Meeting Point Ministries

7th Anniversary Celebration

April 6

3 - 6 pm

This event, in partnership with Federation, will serve as a time of prayer, dedication, and consecration for Pastor Isaac Gimba and his wife, Dr. Diana Gimba. The event celebrates Pastor Gimba's 60th Diamond Jubilee birthday, as well as their 35th wedding anniversary and the 7th anniversary of Meeting Point Ministries. Event includes multifaith choir, book launch and refreshments. Register here

Peace Tower Church, 343 Bronson Ave.

Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community

Gan Machaneh

April 5

10:30 - 12 pm

Introduce your little ones to Shabbat, Judaism and the ORH community through play, stories, songs, and social connections. Rabbi Zuker will lead joyful Shabbat experiences for families, designed with the needs of babies and young children in mind.

Jenny Burns at administrator@orh.ca

Craft & Schmooze

April 6

2 - 4 pm

Do you knit, macrame, sew, embroider, crochet, weave, or practice another crafting hobby? Come along, schmooze, and craft away the afternoon. Bring a current crafting/yarn/hobby project, or come to learn something new. All skill levels welcome!

Register here

Freylekh Friday

April 11

5:30 pm - Teddy Bear Shabbat - Join Rabbi Zuker for snacks, stories and stuffies! Register here

6:30 pm - Potluck Shabbat Dinner 

7:30 pm - Musical Kabbalat Shabbat(via Zoom as well)

8:15 pm - Guest speaker Jean Hanson: “She’asani Yisrael” - "How God made me a Jew - because in my case God had to work a bit harder!” (via Zoom as well)

Register here

All events take place at 30 Cleary Ave.

Soloway JCC

Yom HaZikaron

April 29

7 - 8 pm

A community-wide memorial ceremony for Israeli fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

Sponsors: Vered Israel Cultural and Education Centre, SJCC, Embassy of Israel

Ottawa Jewish Business Network

April 30 (last Wednesday of every month)

7 - 9 pm

Together, let's build a community of professionals and entrepreneurs coming together to connect, collaborate, and support one another. Open to individuals across diverse industries, the group aims to foster meaningful relationships, share resources, and promote professional growth within Ottawa’s Jewish community. Cost: $15

Contact: Marina Kornblum at mkornblum@jccottawa.com

More info and register here

Yom haAtzmaut Celebration and Shuk

May 1

5 - 8 pm

Community-wide celebration of Israel Independence Day

Children entertainment, Israeli shuk, food, dancing, and more.

Sponsors: Vered Israel Cultural and Education Centre, SJCC

Contact Ella at edagan@jccottawa.com

Temple Israel and CHES

Film: SODA

April 24

7 - 9 pm

A powerful drama from acclaimed director Erez Tadmor (Matchmaking, Children of Nobody), exploring the complexities of guilt, forgiveness, and the enduring scars of the Holocaust. Starring Lior Raz (Fauda, Gladiator 2) and Rotem Sela (Beauty and the Baker).

Nominated for three Israeli Academy Awards.

Contact: execdir@templeisraelottawa.com

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