Paperny Family JCC

Shine a Light Tu B'Shevat Shabbat Dinner - SOLD OUT
2024-01-26 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
This event is sold out!
Everyone is invited to join us at the Paperny Family JCC for a community Shabbat dinner to celebrate the
Birthday of the Trees and honour Israel and her people.
An Israeli-themed menu will be served, with fruits and grains that remind us of the land of Israel, live music with
Heebros and activities for adults and children.
This program is made possible through JCC Association of North America in partnership with Israel’s Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism.

Welcome Shabbat - JDAIM Edition
2024-02-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everyone is welcome to celebrate Shabbat at the JCC with songs, candle lighting, Kiddush, and hamotzi.

Out of the Box - Rachel Barkaie Exhibit
2024-03-04 08:00 - 2024-04-05 17:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
I put my thoughts and imagination on a canvas, and my statement is very colourful. I endeavour to convey my passion for vivid and bright colours to strike out at the observer of my works. I don’t like to be in a box; i like to be an individual – with my thoughts, my ideas. – Rachel Barkaie
Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday, March 6 from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Artist Reception. Meet Rachel and experience and discuss her art. Light refreshments will be served.

Out of the Box - Rachel Barkaie Exhibit Artist Reception
2024-03-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday, March 6 from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Artist Reception. Meet Rachel and experience and discuss her art. Light refreshments will be served.
I put my thoughts and imagination on a canvas, and my statement is very colourful. I endeavour to convey my passion for vivid and bright colours to strike out at the observer of my works. I don’t like to be in a box; i like to be an individual – with my thoughts, my ideas. – Rachel Barkaie

EmpowHER: In Celebration of International Women's Day
2024-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us for an inspiring day of empowerment, resilience, and inclusion.
Featuring speakers Lori and Aliya Bean, this event is designed to uplift and inspire women from every stage of their journey. Create a vision board and focus on your goals and values.
$18 per person. Light brunch will be served. Free babysitting provided.
Register online at at Customer Service Desk
This program is suitable for women 12+.
This program is brought to you by the Paperny Family JCC – Arts and Culture, PJ Library®, JAC, and Hillel Calgary.
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Hamantaschen Make & Bake
2024-03-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
We provide the dough and creative fillings. You bring your enthusiasm and some friends. Go home with ready-to-bake hamantashen, dough recipes, a ton of filling ideas, and more!
Member $18 • Public $25 • Code: 9802
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Welcome Shabbat - Purim Edition
2024-03-22 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada

JCC Goes to Broadway
2024-04-07 15:30 - 17:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us for an enchanting musical afternoon showcasing the talents of:
• JCC’s Voices Choir
• Sharim Children’s Choir
• Paulo
• Romel
• Rebecca Sussman
• Danielle Braitman
• Rabbi Cantor Russ
• Tracy Smith
• Katie Baker
• Shari Finkleman
• Deb Finkleman
Experience a captivating performance as they present the finest songs from Broadway. Don’t miss out on this delightful event!
Admission in advance: $10 • At the Door: $15 • Children: FREE
Register online or at JCC Customer Service Desk.
Proceeds will go to support JCC’s Music Programs.
For more information email Yanina Rabinovich • 403-537-8596
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Chametz Drive
2024-04-15 - 2024-04-19 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Clearing out your pantry for Passover? Bring your unopened chametz (items that are not kosher for passover) or any other non-perishable food to the JCC.
The food will be donated to the Calgary Food Bank and Miriam’s Well.

Welcome Shabbat - Pesach Edition
2024-04-26 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everyone is welcome to celebrate Shabbat and Pesach at the JCC.

Movie and Matzah
2024-04-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Wear your coziest pajamas for an enchanting afternoon as we screen The Prince of Egypt, and enjoy delightful Pesach-approved snacks. Fun for the entire family!
In partnership with PJ Library®

Yom HaZikaron - Israel's Remembrance Day
2024-04-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Save the date to commemorate and memorialize IDF soldiers who have perished in the line of duty and victims of terror.
Join us for a heartfelt ceremony and special commemoration featuring prayers, readings, and music at Temple B’nai Tikvah.

Yom HaZikaron - Israel's Remembrance Day
2024-05-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us at Temple B’nai Tikvah for a heartfelt ceremony to commemorate and memorialize Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers who have perished in the line of duty, and victims of terror.

Yom HaAtzmaut
2024-05-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Let’s celebrate Israel’s 76th birthday on Yom HaAtzmaut! Join us at the Paperny Family JCC – immerse yourself in an exciting atmosphere for all ages, filled with music, snacks, and fun activities such as Krav Maga and Israeli whisky tasting! Delight your taste buds with Israeli-themed food available for purchase at Karen’s Café while enjoying the fun. Let’s come together to recognize and celebrate Israel’s rich culture and heritage. Don’t miss this opportunity to join in the joyous celebration!
Please click on links to register for the following free activities:
• Milk & Honey Whisky Tasting
• Krav Maga session from 6:30 to 6:50pm
• Krav Maga session from 6:55 to 7:15pm

Welcome Shabbat
2024-05-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-06-14 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada

S'mores, Songs and Shabbat Bonfire
2024-07-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us as we gather as a community around the bonfire to sing your favourite tunes, make delicious s’mores, and welcome Shabbat together! Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on! S’mores and Water will be provided – if you would like other snacks/drinks please feel free to bring what you like!
For more information contact Sydney Truax or Yanina Rabinovich.
This event is brought to you by PJ Library® and Paperny Family JCC Arts & Culture, and is open to the whole community!
In the event that the city of Calgary implements a fire ban, this event will be rescheduled.

Welcome Shabbat - Welcome Back Edition
2024-09-13 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada

Let's Make Babka Together
2024-09-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
The Golden Age and Arts and Cultural departments of the JCC, and JAC invite you to join us tomake babka for Rosh HaShanah. Filled with cinnamon and sugar or chocolate, infuse your home with the sweet aroma of baking babka after making and shaping the dough at the JCC.
For 1 Babka
Member: $18 • Public: $20
For 2 Babkas
Member: $36 • Public: $40
Code 10123
Register online, go to the Customer Service or call 403-253-8600 x0.

Rosh HaShanah Market
2024-09-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day filled with tradition, taste, and togetherness. Add the perfect amount of sweetness to theNew Year with our holiday market!
Savour a gourmet honey tasting from local Alberta beekeepers, and immerse yourself in community spirit while discovering the perfect gift – be it a mezuzah, jewelry, decorations, or more!
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please contact Yanina Rabinovich by Thursday, September 5.
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Honouring National Day of Truth & Reconciliation
2024-09-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everyone is welcome to join our special guest Susan Bare Shin Bone, Cultural Facilitator and Indigenous Engagement Lead at Hull Services, who will lead us in songs, stories, and games as we recognize this day.
Show your commitment to learn by wearing orange in your outfit.
Hull Services is a Calgary-based non-profit agency focusing on children’s mental and behavioural health.
For more information email Yanina Rabinovich or call 403-537-8596.

Open Sukkah 2024
2024-10-16 10:00 - 2024-10-23 20:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Our beautiful sukkah is open for the community to enjoy sharing a meal or simply hanging out.
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Private functions and community agencies are welcome to book the sukkah by emailing Yanina Rabinovich. Donations welcome.

Welcome Shabbat - Welcome Sukkot Edition
2024-10-18 10:30 - 11:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everyone is welcome to celebrate Shabbat at the JCC and Sukkot with us.

Zuppa in the Sukkah 2024
2024-10-20 12:00 - 14:00 | 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2V 4V7, Canada
Sukkot is a special time for friends and family to come together at the JCC
Bring your friends and family to celebrate the fourth day of Sukkot and to “shake it” with live music in our sukkah.
Join us and shake more than just the lulav and etrog. Enjoy a hearty soup and sandwich, connect with the community, and experience the warmth and spirit of this special holiday!
Please register before October 16.
Member: $12 | Public: $17
Code: 10303

Voices for Peace
2024-10-27 15:30 - 17:00 | Beth Tzedec Congregation, 1325 Glenmore Trail SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Join us for a heartfelt concert as local artists come together to sing for unity, strength, and peace.
Doors Open: 3:00pm
Concert Begins: 3:30pm
Beth Tzedec Congregation
Admission: $10
At the door: $15
Students* & Children: Free
Child care for children 12 and under is available for $5 each – please indicate at registration.
*Up to university age
If you are experiencing any financial barriers, please contact us – everyone is welcome.
For more information email Yanina Rabinovich or Karina Szulc.

Mitzvah Food Project
2024-11-04, 2024-11-05, 2024-11-06, 2024-11-07, 2024-11-08 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Do good and donate non-perishable food for the Calgary Food Bank and JFSC.
Drop off anytime at the JCC lobby.
A project by the JCC Golden Age and Arts & Culture Departments
For more information email Nessie Hollander
