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 no longer required; we look forward to seeing you! Email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592 for more information.

"One Thread, Six Million Lives" Exhibit

January 2026 
Calgary Central Library

One Thread, Six-Million Lives will be displayed downtown at the Calgary Central Library for the month of January, in honour of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This poignant exhibit, created by Samantha Kassel and Brandon Hearty, traces Nazi mechanisms of persecution through the story of one survivor, Wolf "Willie" Woznica. This exhibit is free of charge and open to all members of the public. Contact Amy Glassman-Boiko for more info.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day Commemoration: "Le Chemin des Juifs"

Tuesday, January 27

7:00pm | In-person at Central Calgary Library and Virtual

Join us for a live performance of the original film score of Le Chemin des Juifs and film screening followed by a live Q & A with the director, Daniel Bhattacharya moderated by Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides. Register now or contact Amy Glassman-Boiko for more info.

Tot Shabbat

Fridays, January 9 & 23

10:00 - 10:30am | Paperny Family JCC

PJ Library® celebrates the joy of Shabbat and holidays with stories, songs and brachot (blessings) with infants to preschoolers, their parents, and grandparents. Join us for our free, interactive half-hour of Shabbat fun! Email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592 for info.

PJ Our Way® - Movie in the Pool

Saturday, January 10

6:00 - 8:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

If you're in grade 4, 5, 6 or 7, join PJ Our Way for a fun night in the pool! Snacks will be provided. Online registration is required.

JAC Fit Goes Cross-Country Skiing
Sunday, January 11

11:00am | Canmore Nordic Centre

JAC Fit invites Jewish young adults to get outside, get moving, and try something new together. Whether you're brand new to cross-country skiing or looking to build your skills, join us for guided instruction, fresh mountain air, and great company in Canmore. A fun, active way to connect and embrace winter together. $20 per person (does not include equipment and Nordic Centre day pass). Register online.

Laila Tov: Pyjamas, Stories & Sweet Dreams

Thursday, January 15

5:00 - 6:30pm | The Calgary Jewish Academy

Put on your pjs and join us for a cozy evening of bedtime fun. Enjoy a PJ Library story with CJA's Principal, Mrs. Gelfand, plus milk and cookies, music, and a hands-on craft to take home. Free event for babies to age eight. Register online. Email Sydney Truax for info.

MOMentum's Night Out Party 
Saturday, January 17

7:00pm | Location TBA

Join us for Momentum's Kickoff Party – an evening of connection, inspiration, and great company. enjoy food, drinks, music, and meaningful conversation. Whether you're curious about Momentum or simply want a great night out with other Jewish moms, this night is for you! Cost: $36. Register online.

Artability Market - Call for Artist and Vendors

Apply by January 17

Calling all artists and vendors! We are inviting creators of all ages and stages to be part of the Artability Market on Sunday, February 22 from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Paperny Family JCC. This event celebrates Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month 2026 (JDAIM); participation is by donation. We welcome a wide range of art forms, crafts, and creative offerings. Email us by January 17 to express your interest in being a vendor.

PJ Moms Learn to Play Mahjong

Thursday, January 22

7:00 - 9:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Join PJ Moms and learn to play Mahjong! Register online for $5 per person. For more information contact Sydney Truax.

PJ Comes to You – South Calgary

Sunday, January 25

12:00 - 1:30pm | Seton Library
Join us for stories, songs, and craft as we hop around town and pop up in your neighbourhood! Register online. For more information contact Sydney Truax.

A Magical Family Fun Night

Thursday, January 29

4:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

Please join us for a fun family evening including a magic show and delicious Karen's Café dinner. $40 per family – includes a large pizza, unlimited fries, tossed salad, dessert, and drinks. Register online. For more information contact Sydney Truax.

Jewish Grandparents Network Learning Fest

Tuesday, January 27

1:00 - 4:30pm | Virtual

We're excited to invite you to something historic: the first global virtual gathering of Jewish grandparents, happening on January 27. The world has never moved faster. Your grandchildren navigate TikTok and Taylor Swift, AI and anxiety. Traditions feel fragile. Family dinners are complicated. Through it all, you are the keeper of stories, the holder of hearts, the bridge between what is and what will be. This isn't another webinar. It's a space to connect, learn, and celebrate your irreplaceable role in your family's Jewish story.

Register online.

Wicks & Flicks

Saturday, January 31

6:00pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

Bring the whole family and join us in your pjs for Havdallah and the screening of An American Tail to celebrate the start of a new week! Register online for this free event. For more information email Sydney Truax.

Seeking Submissions for Phase II of the Rededication of the Holocaust Memorial Park

We are collecting names of those who perished in the Holocaust with a connection to Calgary. Please send names to Amy Glassman-Boiko by April 30, 2026. Special thanks to all our donors. The Holocaust Memorial Park and sculpture, Ashes to Life, was donated to the Jewish community of Calgary in 1986 by William (Bill) Schwartz and Alyse Schwartz, each of blessed memory, in memory of their parents Louis & Regina Schwartz and Isaac & Celia Schwartzpel.

Jump Into January

January 1 to 31

Try us out this month: 14 days for $14! Get access to our pool, hot tub, steam room, gymnasium, fitness centre, Aqua Fitness and GroupX classes, and indoor playground. This membership promotion is valid for 14 consecutive days from activation between January 1 and 31, 2026. Plus, get 10% off when you upgrade to a one-year JCC membership before your two-week trial ends! Visit our website for more information. Conditions apply.

Exploring the World of Colour with Sarah Bing

Mondays, January 12 & 19

6:30 - 8:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Join us for two engaging art classes dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of colour! Participants will learn the fundamentals of the colour wheel, focusing on mixing primary colours to create a full spectrum of hues. Through hands-on activities, you'll gain a deeper understanding of colour theory and its practical applications in art. Supplies are included. $80 for members and $110 for the public. Register online or at the Customer Service Desk.

Tax Efficient Estate Planning - Adults 55+

Wednesday, January 28

12:30 - 1:30pm | Paperny Family JCC

All our lives, Canadians are told to defer as much tax as possible. As we begin to contemplate our estates, how do we wrap up those deferred tax liabilities in a way that gives as little as possible to the government and leaves as much as possible to our legacy? Learn how to maximize your estate through tax efficient financial planning. $5 for members and $7 for the public. Register online or at the Customer Service Desk.

Cast Auditions: The Last Yiddish Speaker

Deadline: January 6

Chai Life Productions invites actors to audition by video submission. We are seeking four lead characters:

• John (male), ages 18-25

• Father (male) ages 40-55

• Sarah (female) ages 18-25

• Chava (female) ages 55-80

Please follow the audition instructions. Questions? Email us.

Production Team Recruitment: The Last Yiddish Speaker

Deadline: January 6

Love theatre but don't want to be on stage? Chai Life Productions is seeking the following positions for their production team: stage manager, prop & set decor manager, costume designer, yiddish language coach, and intimacy coordinator. Details can be found on our website. Submit your resume by email.

Reframing Rage

Thursday, January 8 | 7:00 - 8:30pm

or Sunday, January 11 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anger is damaging, rage is self-harm. Explore Jewish secrets for deflecting upset, tempering temper, and converting the most exasperating situations into goldmines of growth. Visit our website for more information and to register.

Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Response from the Calgary JLI

Beginning January 20 & 21

Join us for a fascinating new JLI course that journeys through millennia of Jewish history by exploring real-life rabbinic questions from each era. This course uniquely combines Jewish law with the dramatic and defining moments that shaped our people. No prior Jewish learning is required. For more information and to register, visit our website or contact Rabbi Groner.

Family Shabbat Dinner

Friday, January 9

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

Bring your family together for an unforgettable Friday night filled with music, laughter, and community spirit! We'll start with an interactive Shabbat service with singing, games, and stories that will have everyone smiling from ear to ear. Then we'll gather around the table for a mouthwatering, shul-cooked dinner—because Shabbat tastes better when we share it together. Register now.

Hazak Lunch & Learn: Tzedakah with Vision

Thursday, January 15

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

Join Brenda Sapoznikow and Joseph Tappenden of JCFC for an engaging presentation exploring how forward-thinking philanthropy has helped Jewish organizations, programs, and students. Through real stories and practical insight, you'll hear how strategic philanthropy can change the way you think about tzedakah. Register now.

Hebrew Level 2 Classes

Saturday, January 10

9:30am | Temple B'nai Tikvah

Temple B'nai Tikvah is offering the next level of Hebrew. Each class will include a combination of formal study and conversational Hebrew. Register online. The cost is $50 which does not include the textbook. To buy the textbook, you can purchase from the following sources: Amazon or AbeBooks.

Jewish Journeys: A New Talk Series

Saturday, January 10

1:00pm | Temple B'nai Tikvah

Join us once a month for informal talks about members' Jewish journeys across the world. From Russia and the Former Soviet Union, to China, Egypt, Nigeria, and Israel, we will learn how Jewish lives share common paths or take different routes. The first Jewish Journey will be the experience of living as Jews in the former Soviet Union and Russia.

TBT Gallery | Jewish on Paper: Jewish Graphic Art

Now to March 4

9:00am - 2:00pm | Temple B'nai Tikvah

The 51 artists' works, representing 24 countries, exhibited at TBT Gallery were originally part of the 2023 Jewish Biennale, curated by Hillel Smith and Eli Kaplan-Wildman. The Calgary version, curated by Jennifer Eiserman and Shelley Werner, has been reimagined to respond to its new context at TBT Gallery in Calgary.

January Drop-in Caregiver Discussions Groups

Spouses/partners caring for spouses/partners: 
 • Tuesday, January 13 | 10:00 - 11:30am

• Thursday, January 22 | 1:00 - 2:30pm

All Caregivers:

• Wednesday, January 28 | 10:30-11:30am

JFSC offices 

Note: We have added a second session for spouses/partners. Facilitated by a registered social worker, this is a space for caregivers of seniors and/or persons living with dementia to exchange caregiving and coping strategies and resources. More information here. There is no charge for these groups. Pre-Registration for each session is required. Please call 403-287-3510 to register.

CHW Mah Jongg Card Fundraiser

Now through Friday, January 23

Online | Mail Delivery in April

Support youth mental health and education by pre-ordering your 2026 National Mah Jongg League Cards. Standard cards are $20 and large cards are $22, mailed directly when released. Limited-edition CHW Tile Shufflers are also available for $18. Purchase them online.

Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviours

Monday, February 17

7:00pm | In-Person

Join CHW Calgary Centre for an honest, supportive conversation with Dan Dulberger, a leading expert in Non-Violent Resistance Therapy. Learn grounded, compassionate tools to navigate challenging behaviours and strengthen family dynamics. $18 per ticket. In support of Youth Mental Health at CHW Nahalal Youth Village. Email us for more information.

Join CHW as a Volunteer

Ongoing Opportunity

Flexible Hours | Calgary & Virtual

Looking to make a difference? CHW is seeking volunteers to help with events, admin, outreach, and more. Whether you have an hour or a day, your time makes a big impact. Perfect for students or anyone wanting to give back. Contact Malka-Deena or join our WhatsApp group.

CJA Winter Open House

Thursday, February 5

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

Explore CJA and discover how Calgary's community Jewish day school brings together strong academics, rich Judaic learning, and a deep sense of belonging. Through classroom visits and conversations with teachers, students, and alumni, families can experience how our dual curriculum nurtures confident, connected learners from nursery to grade nine. Email us to register.

Southern Alberta Jewish Family Histories Exhibit

Call for Submissions

Has your family been here for 10 years? 20? 120? However long, you are part of our history! Please send JHSSA a brief history/genealogy of your family once they arrived in southern Alberta, with a photo (if available). Updates to current family profiles also requested. Visit the online exhibit to see our current family profiles, and to find out more. Questions? Call 403-444-3171 or email us.

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Submission deadline is January 9

Calgary Jewish Federation (CJF) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator. The ideal candidate would be responsible for all information and promotional materials produced by CJF and United Jewish Appeal (UJA), including –but not limited to– electronic communications, marketing pieces, and press releases. A large portion of this portfolio will focus on developing and implementing social media content, as well as website enhancement and maintenance. View more information and apply.