Shalom Baby

Wednesdays

12:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

Join us with your baby/infant (under two years old) as we share the joys and oys of parenting. Registration is not required; we look forward to seeing you! Email Shirel Barlev or call 825-962-7256 for more information.

JAC Summer Hike

Sunday, August 9

11:00am - 3:15pm | Mount Hoffman Trail

We're hitting the trails for a day of fresh mountain air, incredible views, and great company. If you are part of the JAC (Jewish Adult Calgary) demographic of ages 23 to 40, this is a great chance to get outside, stay active, meet new people, and strengthen friendships while making the most of summer. Register here. Carpooling options available! Contact Brenna Perera for more information. 

Splash & Snack

Thursday, August 27

4:30pm-6:30pm | South Glenmore Spray Park

Gather your family, pack a picnic dinner, bathing suits, towels, and join PJ Library® for an evening of fun! We'll take care of the sweet treats for dessert! Register here or contact Shirel Barlev for more information. We can't wait to celebrate the end of summer with you!

Pride Shabbat

Friday, August 28

7:00pm | Temple B'nai Tikveh

Come together for an evening of community, connection, and celebration featuring a meaningful Shabbat service, a keynote speaker from the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and a dessert reception. Register here for this free event that is open to everyone, and all are warmly welcomed. For more information, please contact Rob Nagus 

Apple Fundraiser 2026

Order by September 2 | Pickup on September 7

Support PJ Library and UJA by purchasing delicious, premium BC apples from Davison Orchards for Rosh HaShanah! Choose from a 15lb box of Honeycrisp, Okanagan Blend (a surprise mix of two varieties) or Gala. Orders must be placed by Wednesday, September 2. Apples can be picked up at the Paperny Family JCC on Monday, September 7 (time TBD). Purchase your apples here!

Roots and Rising Shabbaton

Friday, September 4-6 

1:00pm Check-in | A Calgary Hotel (location will be disclosed after registration)

Join Hillel Calgary for a weekend of connecting with your Jewish roots along with fellow Hillel students across North West Canada. Our post-secondary students will participate in various discussion based programming sessions, shabbat and havdalah services, meals, and connections. Early bird pricing ends August 12! Register today or contact Arielle for more information.

Walk With Israel

Monday, September 7

11:00am - 2:00pm

Join us for Walk with Israel, the official kick-off of the 2026 UJA Campaign! We'll begin at the JCC field with welcome remarks, then walk together in solidarity, followed by entertainment, games, community booths, and our Rosh HaShanah market! Bring your friends. Invite our allies. Let's walk together – in strength, hope, and unity. Register for this free event!

National Minyan League Appreciation Dinner

Thursday, August 6

6:00 - 8:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Join us for an evening of celebration at our NML Appreciation Dinner! We'll be honouring the incredible individuals who make daily minyanim at Beth Tzedec possible – from our dedicated regulars to first-time participants – and recognizing this season's top teams. Share a delicious meal, connect with fellow minyan-goers, and help us celebrate the spirit of our community. Learn more here.

Elul Challenge with Rabbi Russ

Beginning Saturday, August 15

12:30 - 1:30pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Prepare for the High Holidays with a month of meaningful learning! Join as we explore Moses Cordovero's Introduction to Kabbalah, one of Judaism's classic introductions to Jewish mysticism. The series begins following Shabbat morning services on August 15, with subsequent sessions held Mondays and Wednesdays at 8am. Learn more here.

Congregant Appreciation BBQ

Sunday, August 23

12:00 - 2:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Don't miss our annual celebration of the members who make our congregation such a warm, welcoming, and vibrant community. We are grateful for the many ways our members contribute their time, energy, and support throughout the year, and this afternoon is our chance to say thank you. Learn more here.

Kehilat Shalom’s 13-Year Anniversary: Congregational "Bar-Mitzvah" 

Saturday, August 8 

9:30am-1:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

Please join us as Kehilat Shalom celebrates the congregation's Bar Mitzvah: 13 years since its founding! This is not a fundraiser - just a celebration. All are welcome, but registration is limited. The first 100 people to register will be admitted, so sign up now! Register by sending an RSVP via email.

Fall Program Registration

JCC Member: Opens on Sunday, August 9

Public: Opens on Wednesday, August 12

Register online, in person at JCC Customer Service Desk or by phone at 403-253-8600 x0. View our Program Guide and explore all the classes, programs, and events you will be able to enjoy this fall.

Phil & Sebastian Roastery Tour for Adults 55+

Wednesday, August 26

12:15 - 3:30pm

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Phil & Sebastian in the East Village! Take a behind-the-scenes tour, sample freshly brewed coffee, and enjoy a delicious treat from Sidewalk Citizen Bakery — all included. We will meet at the JCC at 12:15pm and return at 3:30pm. Member: $15 • Public: $20. Register online or at Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600 x0.

Gabriel Palatchi Piano Concert

Thursday, September 3 

7:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Join us for an evening with Gabriel Palatchi, an Argentine-Israeli pianist, as he presents his first solo piano album, Piano Sin Fronteras (Piano Without Borders). Experience a captivating musical journey through tango, Latin jazz, Jewish music, and world rhythms. Gabriel’s compositions celebrate diversity and the universal power of music. Tickets: $18 Register online or at the Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600 x0.

Piano Player Wanted for JCC Voices Seniors Choir

Wednesdays (year round)

3:30 - 4:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

Love music? Enjoy bringing people together? The JCC Voices Seniors Choir is looking for an enthusiastic piano accompanist to join us for our weekly rehearsals. You'll help create meaningful musical experiences while making a difference in the lives of older adults in our community. We'd love to connect with you! Contact Karina Szulc for more information.

Auditions for Funny Girl

August 11, 12, and 13

5:30 - 9:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Chai Life Productions is pleased to announce auditions for Funny Girl. Music by Jule Styne, Lyrics by Bob Merrill. Rehearsals begin September 1. Performances in November and December. Visit here for audition information and sign-up.

Annual Ben Docktor Memorial Golf Celebration & Steak Dinner

Wednesday, August 12

Check-In & BBQ Lunch - 11:00am | Heritage Pointe Golf Club

You are invited to the 4th Annual Ben Docktor Memorial Golf Celebration (13th year of the Holy One) that proudly supports Camp Gan Israel and its programming. A premier day on the course with exceptional kosher dining. Featured prizes, online auction & 50/50 raffle! Don't delay, book your spot today! Sponsorships available. Register here.

JFSC’s 11th Annual Charity Golf Classic

Thursday, August 13

Cottonwood Golf & Country Club

Every swing has the power to change a life. Join JFSC's 11th Annual Charity Golf Classic as we celebrate 65 years of helping individuals and families thrive. Spend a day on the course knowing your participation creates hope, strengthens our community, and leaves a lasting impact. Registration and sponsorships are open. Contact Lynn Tipper at 403-692-6395 or visit our website today.

Montefiore Institute Dedication Ceremony

Sunday, August 16

11:00am and 2:00pm | Montefiore Institute (Little Synagogue, Heritage Park)

The opening ceremony and dedication of the Montefiore Institute building which originally took place on August 17, 1916, will be reenacted at Heritage Park, marking 110 years after the historic event. Many notable performers will present songs, poems, and inspiring words. We invite everyone to enjoy this wonderful event! Included with Heritage Park admission.

CHW Calgary Centre S.O.S. Walk

Monday, August 17

7:00pm | South Glenmore Park

Join the CHW S.O.S. Walk to support women and children escaping domestic violence in Canada and Israel. Every step and donation will fund safety, healing, trauma recovery, and new beginnings. Create your own fundraising page and join the Zoom training, and help survivors start over safely. Email Malka-Deena or call 403-253-4612.

Dedication of Gan Hazikaron and Unveiling of Memorial Sculpture

Sunday, August 23

11:00am | Erlton Cemetery

Chevra Kadisha of Calgary invites the Community to the dedication of our new Gan Hazikaron (Garden of Remembrance) and the unveiling of a Memorial Sculpture honouring the memory of those who perished on October 7, 2023, and in the ensuing conflict. The Garden is a dedicated landscaped area, set apart from gravesites, featuring a sculpture created by Jewish artist Charles Sherman.

TBT Gallery Art Exhibition

Until August 24

9:00am - 2:00pm | Temple Foyer

Our new art exhibition, Temple Collects, brings together artworks from synagogue members' personal collections, revealing the stories, memories, curiosity, and connections that inspire people to live with art.

Introduction To Judaism

Tuesdays, from September 1

6:30pm - 7:45pm | Temple Library

The ITJ course provides an overview of the Jewish religion, history and culture. This class serves as an excellent “refresher course” for Jewish community members, or can act as a stepping stone towards conversion. Please register here by September 1.

Adult Education Class

Tuesdays, from September 1

8:00pm - 9:00pm | Temple Library

Join Rabbi Glickman in the Temple library for a study of Zakhor: Jewish History and Jewish Memory. The course is structured around the book by famous historian Yosef Hayim Yerushalmi, in which he examined the difference between history and memory in the experience of the Jewish people. The book will be provided upon registration. Please register here by September 1.

Pitch for Israel

Sunday, August 30

8:30am - 4:00pm | Optimist Athletic Park

Come play Slo-Pitch softball as we raise money for the Beit Elkana Holistic Therapy Centre in Israel. If you don’t want to play, come out and cheer on your favourite team! Register here by August 14. Contact Elliott at 403-255-0297 or email if you have questions.

Back to School Fair at Halpern Akiva Academy

Sunday, August 30

11:00am - 2:00pm

Come reconnect with friends, meet new families, and kick off the school year together! Join us for games, prizes, a hot dog lunch, and come purchase some Halpern Akiva Academy swag to support our building campaign. Contact Akiva for more information.

The Calgary Jewish Academy – Summer Tours & Admissions

By Appointment | SW Calgary

Now enrolling for September 2026. CJA offers affordable licensed daycare for ages 3 and 4, plus Kindergarten to Grade 9 programming with a dual curriculum that integrates the Alberta curriculum with Jewish studies in a warm, inclusive community. Families are welcome to connect and arrange a personal tour. Call 403-253-3992 for more information.

Calgary Jewish Hockey League

Sunday evenings September through April

Interested in playing ice hockey with other members of the Jewish community? Registration is now open for the 2026-2027 CJHL season. The non-contact league is open to adults of all skill levels looking to join a fun and organized ice hockey league with games once per week. Most games are played at Oakridge Arena. For information and/or to register please contact JHLYYC .