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Monday, January 20 | 20 Tevet 5785

This community resource is published every first and third Monday of each month (on the following Tuesday if Monday is a holiday). If you would like to contribute an event, resource, or announcement, please send your submission by 9am on the Thursday before publication date.


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Shalom Baby

Wednesdays

12:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

Join us each week at the JCC with your baby/infant (under two years old) for coffee and nosh as we discuss the joys and oys of parenting. Registration is no longer required. We look forward to seeing you! Email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592 for more information.

Art and the Holocaust

January 1 to 31 | Central Public Library

Runs daily: Monday through Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm

Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm

This free installation consists of Holocaust art created by High School students learning about the Holocaust. It allows for an opportunity for students to represent their learning through the visual arts. Each art piece is accompanied by a write up by the artist explaining their creative piece.


International Holocaust Remembrance Day Overcoming Hate: An Intimate Look at Indoctrination and the Holocaust

Monday, January 27

7:00 - 8:30pm| Virtual event

Featuring Kasim Hafeez who will discuss indoctrination, looking at both the Holocaust and his personal experiences. Please register here for free.

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Bagel Lunch

Wednesday, January 29

10:00am – 12:00pm | Faith & Spirituality Centre (U of C)

Take a break between classes and join us for Bagel Lunch! Enjoy free bagels and toppings while connecting with fellow students in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This monthly event is the perfect opportunity to build community, meet new friends, and recharge. Open to all students. Contact Jamie Keltz for more information.

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Jewish Calgary Career & Networking Fair

Wednesday, January 29

4pm | Paperny Family JCC

Networking and career information fair for newcomers to the Calgary Jewish community including opportunities for newcomers and existing community members to meet and connect for career conversations, information from local agencies specializing in services for immigrants, resume and cover letter guidance and reviews and complimentary child care (ages 3-12). Both job seekers as well as established working professionals are encouraged to register here! For more information, please contact Danielle or Inessa.

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PJ Goes to Preschool - CJA 

Friday, January 31

9:30 - 11:00am  | Calgary Jewish Academy 

Join PJ Library® to take part in Shabbat celebrations and enjoy a fun morning at preschool at the CJA! Register here. Email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592 for more information.


PJ Moms Night Out! 

Saturday, February 1

7:00pm | Bitter Sisters

Enjoy a night out with PJ Library Moms! Join us at Bitter Sisters where the first drink is on us! Register here. Email Sydney or call 403-537-8592 for more information.


Tree-Mendous Tu B’Shevat 

Sunday, February 9

10:00am – 12:00pm | House of Jacob Mikveh Israel 

Join PJ Library and HOJMI to celebrate the New Year of the trees with crafts, tree planting & more! Register here.

Email Sydney or call 403-537-8592 for more information.

JAC FIT Boxing and Bagels

Sunday, February 2

9:20am - 12:00pm | Rumble Boxing, 8560 8A Ave. S.W. #420 followed by The Brunch Co., 722 85 St. S.W. #315

Join JAC Fit for a high-energy Signature Heavy Bag Class at Rumble Boxing West 85th! After the workout, refuel with bagels (or your favorite breakfast food) at Morning Brunch Co. Space is limited, so please register early to secure your spot!

L'Chaim Tea, Songs, and Stories with Hazan Daniel Benlolo and Guests

Sunday, February 2

2:30 - 5:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Everyone is invited to join us for this special Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month event as we celebrate the community we have worked so hard to create! Hazan Daniel Benlolo is a cantor, rabbi, and founder of the Montreal Shira Choir for adults with disabilities. For more information or financial support for this event, contact Karina Szulc Please register here.

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Tot Shabbat

Friday, February 7 & 21

10:00am | Paperny Family JCC

Celebrate Shabbat with PJ Library® and come together for an interactive half hour of songs, stories, and brachot (blessings). Registration is no longer required; we look forward to seeing you! Email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592 for more information.

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Jump Into January

January 1 to 31 

Try us out for $14 for two weeks. Get access to our pool, hot tub, steam room, gymnasium, fitness centre, Aqua Fitness and Groupx classes and registration for adult fitness classes at the member rate. Get 10% off when you convert your two-week membership into a one-year JCC membership if you purchase before January 31, 2025. Visit our website for more information.


Fall JSwim Open House

Thursday, January 23

5:00 - 7:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Learn more about our JSwim Lessons coming in the Fall 2025, ask questions, and add your name to the "save my spot" list.


Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Go Green Week at the JCC

Until January 27

Join us in reducing waste! Bring your old electronics to the JCC for recycling, and take part in our community effort to keep our landfills clean. View the list of acceptable items here. For more information email Yanina Rabinovich.

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Discover the Magic of Learning at The Calgary Jewish Academy

January 20 - 23

9:15 - 10:30am

The Calgary Jewish Academy combines Alberta and Judaic studies curricula, fostering growth, discovery, and connection. We prepare students to become tomorrow’s kind, confident leaders. Experience our vibrant, supportive learning environment. RSVP to moserl@cja.ab.ca to schedule a visit and start your family’s journey at CJA!

Zoom Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Krygier Lapides: Understanding Prayer

Tuesdays, January 21 & 28

12:00 - 1:00pm | Zoom

This January, deepen your understanding of prayer during our virtual Lunch & Learn, all from the comfort of your home or office. We'll learn not only how to pray but also why prayer is significant and how it can enhance our well-being both individually and as a community. Click here for more information.


Seudah Shelishit: Unveiling the Brilliance of the Zohar

Saturdays

4:30 - 6:30pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Shabbat is not only a time for rest. It is also a time to expand one's mind through learning Torah in community. Please join us for Seudah Shelishit as we explore the wonders of the Zohar, the central work in Kabbalah literature, and its attempt to uncover the hidden meanings behind the world of appearances. Click here for more information.


Homework Club: Winter/Spring Semester

Mondays through Thursdays

3:30 - 6:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Homework Club gives students in grades 1 to 6 a supportive space to complete schoolwork with help from mentors and older students. After homework, enjoy fun activities with friends and tasty snacks! Build confidence, skills, and friendships this winter/spring semester. Register now to make after-school time productive and fun! Click here for more information.

Complimentary Film Screening: The Monopol

Monday, January 27

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. MT | Online Webinar

Join us for a special online film screening of The Monopol, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Inspired by the true story of Nati Brooks' family, this film has been selected for numerous international festivals and sparks important conversations about history. This event is free: Register here


CHW Games Night with Halpern Akiva Academy

Tuesday, March 18

7:30 p.m. | Halpern Akiva Academy

Join us for an exciting night of games and fun in collaboration with Akiva! Gather your friends, enjoy friendly competition, and have fun. Don’t miss out! Pricing details and more information will be available shortly here. Stay tuned!


HOJMI Gala Dinner

Friday, February 2

5:30pm | Carriage House Inn

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honour Hindy and Izak Paul for their dedication to HOJMI and the community. The night will feature a special guest speaker, Mrs. Gila Ross. For tickets and more information, contact the shul office at 403-259-3230 or email here.

Decoding the Talmud; Inside the Story and Significance of the Book that Defines Judaism

Tuesday, February 4 | 7:30 - 9:00pm | Chabad Calgary Campus 

Wednesday, February 5 | 9:30 - 11:00am | Chabad Calgary Campus 

Enter the intricate world of the Talmud: the monumental classic that has defined Jewish learning for centuries. Join this six-week course from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute to discover the Talmud, its history, authors, and significance—and experience it for yourself.

You'll learn the key terms, logical principles, and historical context required to decode every part of the Talmudic page. Plus, see how it became central to Jewish life and why it inspires fascination, debate, and study today. For more information, please contact Rabbi Groner or visit our website.

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Caring Together Support Group Winter 2025

Wednesdays, February 5 – March 26

10:00 – 11:30am | JFSC offices | No Cost

An 8-session dementia education and support group for caregivers to access dementia education and resources, explore difficult emotions, and strengthen coping and self-care strategies. Facilitated by a JFSC social worker, pre-registration and an ongoing commitment to attend a minimum of 6 sessions is required. Find more information here. Space is limited, register before January 29 at 403-287-3510.

A Transgenerational Perspective on Personal and Societal Collective Trauma and Resilience

Wednesday, February 19

7:30pm | location TBD

This lecture is for mental health professionals, presented by Dr. David Senesh, clinical psychologist & senior psychotherapist in Tel Aviv, specializing in PTSD, transgenerational transfer of trauma, and moral injuries. Please register here, or by emailing us your name and phone number, or calling 403-255-0295.

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Ultimate Winter Shabbaton

Friday, February 21 - Sunday, February 23

Whistler, BC

Get ready for a weekend packed with adventure and inspiration! Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, or tubing, a comfortable hotel stay, delicious food, and meaningful moments. Early bird tickets are $400 (until January 7); regular tickets are $500. Limited scholarships available. For more info and to register, visit Winter Shabbaton Registration. Questions? Contact Noam at 604-841-5095, WhatsApp: +642-148-8030, or email here.

Shabbat Services

Fridays | 7:30pm | Temple Sanctuary

Saturdays | 10:30am | Temple Sanctuary


Art & Scroll Studio presention

Tuesday, January 21

7:00pm | Zoom

Featured artist Craig Kaviar. Registration for the free event.


TBT Gallery

Continuing until March.

Tempe office hours | Tempe foyer

Exhibition by artist Carol Wylie, “We didn’t know we were seeds” Portraits of Holocaust and Residential school survivors”.

Shawl-om – We Need Your Help!

Contribute by Chanukah and then on-going need

We need 50 to 100 hand-made shawls and blankets to comfort those in need. Shawl-om is a Jewish community program, welcoming all to contribute hand-made shawls and blankets to be distributed to those in the Jewish community in need of comfort. Contact: Michele Doctoroff, details on our website, read AJN article.

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Experience the Wonders of Scientific Discovery

We are looking for aspiring scientists and researchers to apply for the Dr. Bessie F. Lawrence International Summer Science Institute Scholarship. This scholarship provides the opportunity to work with a group of 80 other students fully immersed in scientific research in the labs at the Weizmann Institute of Science. This scholarship is open to high school graduates and first-year university students (aged 18-20) who have a passion for science. You can read more about the fully funded scholarship here.

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