MID-MONTH ROUNDUP:

ADULT PROGRAMMING AT THE J

MOVE YOUR FEET, SPARK YOUR CREATIVITY:

LINE DANCING AND DRAWING AT THE SJCC!

NEW! Line Dancing for Beginners

Wednesdays, January 7 to March 25

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Put on your dancing shoes! Learn and build routines in various line dances from a variety of music and genres. No experience and no partner required.

Basic Drawing & Sketching

with Tami Galil

Wednesdays, January 14 to February 18

9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Draw from everyday subjects and delve into art history exploring drawing theories by modern masters. Using basic materials such as charcoal and soft pastels on paper, students build foundational skills through traditional and contemporary techniques.

Contact Maddy for more info: meisenberg@jccottawa.com

MOVIES AT THE J

CLASSIC ISRAELI FILM FESTIVAL

Enjoy award winning Israeli films each month throughout the season.

All films are in Hebrew with English subtitles.

Thursdays at 7:00 pm. Films are free. Registration is required.

Turn Left at the End of the World January 22

As a family from India moves to a desert neighborhood in Southern Israel in the 1960's, the family's eldest, beautiful daughter discovers friendship and romance with the lovely local French girl.

The Troupe

February 26

A classic 1979 Israeli musical comedy film by Avi Nesher, set after the 1967 Six-Day War, following a military entertainment band's dramatic lives, romances, and rivalries as they perform for troops and compete for fame, capturing the vibrant spirit of Israeli army bands.

Son of a Seeker (Documentary)

Sunday, January 25, 3:00 p.m.

VANCOUVER JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL 2026 OFFICIAL SELECTION

TORONTO JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL COLLABORATIVE PRESENTATION SELECTION

"The film that follows Balin’s search for where he fits within Judaism and Jewish community will be thought-provoking for viewers, generating questions about what religion, family and belonging mean to them."

- Jewish Independent

MONTHLY MOVIE NIGHT

Wednesday, January 28

Doors 6:30 p.m. | Movie 7:00 p.m.

Free - no registration required.

Please consider a $2 donation towards the cost of movie snacks.

Armageddon Time

A coming-of-age story about the strength of family and the generational pursuit of the American dream.

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Once Upon a Purim:

An SJCC Party!

Sunday, March 1, 7:00 p.m. to midnight

19+

Your story begins March 1.

Step into your favourite fantasy with the SJCC’s “Once Upon a Purim” party!

Drinks. DJ. Photo booth.

And SO much more.

Save the date, and we'll see you in March!

Ride for The Living

Help Jewish Communities in Krakow - and Ottawa.

June 24-28, 2026 | Krakow, Poland

Contact Sarah for more info: sbeutel@jccottawa.com

An inspiring educational and spiritual experience, Ride For the Living, is an

annual 4-day event in Krakow.

Participate in the 60-mile bike ride plus engaging activities.

Not a biker? No worries! Participate in an equally meaningful 3-mile walk.

Your support helps Jewish communities in both Krakow and Ottawa!

Funds raised for the SJCC will support programs such as Ganon Preschool, Hakibbutz for Hebrew speaking youth, Jewish cultural programs and events— all of which play a vital role in strengthening our Jewish future.

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