PJ Moms Learn to Play Mahjong

Monday, June 8

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

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

Simcha Series – Tu B'Av

Sunday, July 19 | Paperny Family JCC

9:00 - 10:00am – Ages three and under (along with their siblings) 10:15 - 11:15am – Smaller group session for participants who thrive in a more intimate setting

11:30am - 12:30pm – Open to all PJ families

Join us for a special set of events designed to celebrate the upcoming Jewish holiday of Tu B'Av, or the Jewish Love Holiday, in a welcoming, neurodiversity-affirming environment. PJ Library participants are invited to immerse themselves in play-based learning, in thoughtfully designed spaces. Led by special educator, Andrea Scharfstein, the sessions will encourage exploration, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences. Register online. For more information Contact Shirel Barlev or call 403-537-8592. 

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 Shirel Barlev or call 403-537-8592 for more information.

JACtivate and Socialize

Sunday, June 14

1:00 - 4:00pm | Activate Calgary South West & Craft Beer Market

Join other young Jewish professionals for an action-packed afternoon at Activate Calgary South West, where we'll jump, climb, problem-solve and put our skills to the test in a series of interactive challenges. After, we'll keep the good vibes going at Craft Beer Market Southcentre – your first happy hour drink is on us! As a reminder, JAC is intended for community members around ages 25 to 40 years. Register here.

PJ Our Way Goes Downhill Karting

Sunday, June 14

4:00 - 6:00pm | WinSport Canada Olympic Park

If you're in grade 4, 5 or 6, join PJOW for a fun afternoon of downhill karting at WinSport Canada Olympic Park! It will be a blast, as we hop into the driver's seat and speed down 1,800m of track! Snacks will be provided. $25 per child. Register here.

Tot Shabbat

Friday, June 19

10:30 - 11:00am | Paperny Family JCC

Join PJ Library and the Paperny Family JCC for Tot Shabbat / Welcome Shabbat, as we celebrate 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! For more information contact Shirel Barlev.

2026 Calgary Jewish Federation AGM and Community Shem Tov Awards

Monday, June 22

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

All are welcome to join us for our Annual General Meeting and Shem Tov Awards, where we celebrate the outstanding individuals who go above and beyond in service to our community.

Bridges of Faith: Christian-Jewish Allyship In Our Modern Day

Sunday, June 28

5:30 - 7:30pm | Beth Tzedec Congregation

In partnership with Solid Rock Baptist Church, we invite you to join us at this special and free event, dedicated to strengthening relationships between the Jewish and Christian communities in Calgary and beyond. A moderated conversation will be featured, with Brother Chris Morales, CEO of Arieh Ventures and a leading Israel-based Christian missionary. Register here or email for more info. 

July Downtown Nosh n' Network

Thursday, July 16

12:00 - 1:30pm | Osler: 225 6 Avenue SW

Take a break from the office and join us for Nosh n' Network aka Downtown Bagel Lunch at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Grab a kosher nosh, and connect with others in the community over a delicious lunch spread. Whether you're looking to expand your network or just meet new faces, this is your chance to mix, mingle, and build meaningful connections. Registration is required.

Calgary's Annual Kosher Stampede Breakfast

Sunday, June 28

10:00am - noon | House of Jacob Mikveh Israel Field 

Everyone is welcome to attend this fun and free event! Join us at the only kosher Stampede Breakfast in town – rain or shine! There will be delicious food and family entertainment! Plus, Life & Legacy® donors can skip the line for pancakes.

Interfaith Shabbat Dinner

Friday, June 12

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

Join an Interfaith Shabbat Dinner at Beth Tzedec with members of the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Redeemer. Dinner will be followed by a presentation on "Scriptural Reasoning" by Rabbi Russell Jayne and Dean Chris Dowdeswell, with the opportunity for table discussion over dessert. Learn more.

What's Rabbi Reading? The Beth Tzedec Book Club

Thursday, June 25

7:30 - 9:00pm | Masala Art

Join us for lively conversation, good company, and great food as we explore Jewish literature together. Our monthly book club is open to all who love reading and discussing stories, history, and ideas through a Jewish lens. This June, we'll be reading Songs for the Broken Hearted by Ayelet Tsabari. Learn more & Register.

Schedule a Hospital Visit with Rabbi Russ

If you or a loved one are in the hospital, please let us know so that Rabbi Russ can offer support and a pastoral visit. We are here to care for you in difficult moments and celebrate with you in hopeful ones. To arrange a visit, call 403-255-8688 or email us the patient's name and hospital information.

The Calgary Jewish Academy Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, June 14

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

Bring your family and join the community for CJA's Mishpacha & Maple Syrup Pancake Breakfast! Enjoy a morning of pancakes, music, games, and connection with friends old and new. Open to CJA families, alumni, friends of CJA, and community members of all ages. Tickets are $8 each. Get yours today!

The Power of Food: Nourishment for Women's Mental Well-Being and Stress Resilience

Tuesday, June 16

7:30 - 9:00pm | House of Jacob Mikveh Israel

the HOJMI Sisterhood presents this special ladies only event with Amy Bondar. Register here.

Lunch & Learn

Tuesdays

12:00pm | BH Imports: 1440, 540 5 Avenue SW (across from the Marriott Hotel) 

Classic commentaries on the weekly Parsha with a modern approach by Rabbi Andrews. An email to our office manager is appreciated to anticipate the lunch order.

Israel Real Estate Unlocked: Your Next Move – Turning Vision into Reality (Yalla!)

Wednesday, June 17

10:00am | Virtual via Zoom

Join CHW and Israel Canada for the final session in this complimentary webinar series. Explore the practical next steps to make your Israeli real estate goals a reality, with expert guidance on planning, decision-making, and moving forward with confidence. Part of the four-part Israel Real Estate Unlocked series. Register here.

Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviours

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

5:00pm | Virtual Webinar

Join CHW for a complimentary webinar featuring Dan Dulberger, RMFT-SM, internationally recognized family therapist, parent coach, author, and Founder of the Centre for NVR Therapy & Practice. Learn practical strategies from the Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) approach to help navigate challenging behaviours and strengthen family relationships. Register here.

Talk It Out Tuesday

Weekly on Tuesdays

10:00 - 10:30am | Virtual via Zoom

Join CHW for a complimentary weekly drop-in session with life coach Josie Mittleman. Each week explores a different topic—including motherhood, grief, eating disorders, and divorce—offering a supportive space for reflection and growth. Attend one or multiple sessions. Register here.

Erev Shabbat Services

Every Friday

7:30pm | Temple Sanctuary

Join us for Shabbat services, led by Rabbi Glickman, and engage in a participatory Torah study, asking questions and discussing the parashah during the Torah service. Vocals, guitar and/or piano add a rich layer of musical accompaniment to the prayers, in addition to the harmonies of the congregation.

Shabbat Morning Services

Every Saturday

10:30am | Temple Sanctuary

Join us for Shabbat services, led by Rabbi Glickman, and engage in a participatory Torah study, asking questions and discussing the parashah during the Torah service. Vocals, guitar and/or piano add a rich layer of musical accompaniment to the prayers, in addition to the harmonies of the congregation.

TBT Gallery Art Exhibition

Until June 30

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

A group art show is currently on display: Flight and Freedom, featuring works of Sheera Bingman, Branwyn Cookhouse, Jennifer Eiserman, Marilyn Samuels, Lisa Thomson, and Shelley Werner.

JFSC Annual General Meeting

Monday, June 22

7:00pm | Temple B'nai Tikvah

You are invited to attend! RSVP to Tammy via email or call 403-692-6391.

Pancake Breakfast for Adults 55+

Wednesday, June 24

10:00am - 12:00pm | Paperny Family JCC

Let's welcome summer with tasty food, great company, and plenty of smiles. Enjoy lively entertainment and a fun, welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for catching up with friends and meeting new ones. Come hungry, leave happy. We can't wait to see you there, dressed in your best western wear! Member: $12 • Public $15. Register online, at the JCC Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600 x0.

Day Trip to Nanton - Adults 55+

Thursday, July 9

9:10am - 5:00pm

Our trip includes a guided tour of the Bomber Command Museum of Canada, free time for lunch on your own and antique shopping on Main Street, a visit to the grain elevators, and ice cream at The Candy Store. Member: $30 • Public: $40. Register online, at the Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600 x0.

Camp JCC Summer 2026 

Camp JCC is a great place to be! Our annual summer camp for children ages 4 to 12 will run from June 29 to August 28. Explore our camp guide to discover all the programs that your children will love and register online now! 

From Field to Faith: Defining Rest through Labour

Presented by Rabbi Nisan Andrews

Sunday, June 28

1:30pm | Montefiore Institute ( Little Synagogue, Heritage Park)

Rabbi Andrews, from Calgary's House of Jacob Mikveh Israel congregation, will present the Jewish concept of "rest" required for the Sabbath. He will examine the Sabbath, and its relationship with the farming lives of the Montefiore Colony residents who prayed in the Little Synagogue, which is now at Heritage Park. This event is included with Heritage Park admission.

Lewis Ginsburg: Calgary’s Iconic Rabbi-At-Large

Thursday, July 30

1:00pm | Virnetta Anderson Hall in the Calgary Municipal Building

Join JHSSA and Saundra Lipton for a presentation about Rabbi Lewis Ginsburg. During his tenure in Calgary, he was not only a beloved religious figure, but also a popular speaker, avid sportsman, and active volunteer, well-known for his involvement with the Calgary Wrestling and Boxing Commission, and his participation in community-wide events and organizations. Questions? Email JHSSA.