Paperny Family JCC

Building Hours - Yom HaShoah
2024-05-05 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2V 4V7, Canada
The Paperny Family JCC will be opened from 8:00am-6:00pm on Yom HaShoah.

Teacher Appreciation Week
2024-05-06 - 2024-05-10 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Thank you for all that you do!d
Did you know that teachers get 15% off on a JCC membership? Plus from May 6 to 10, come try the JCC for free and discover that we have something for everyone – whether it be aqua fitness, lap swimming, pickleball, weight training, group exercise, and more…
You will find your centre!

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.

October 7: Through the Lens of Calgarian
2024-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Spurred into action by the events of October 7, Orianne Aviv created a photographic exposé highlighting the effects on local Jewish students, allies, and community members.
Join Orianne for Opening Night on Monday, May 13 at 7pm at the Paperny Family JCC. Light refreshments provided.
For more information, email Yanina Raninovich or call 403-537-8596.
This program is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator and the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.

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Golden Age Luncheon - May 2024
2024-05-14 11:45 - 14:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
A lovely and fun way to spend a Tuesday afternoon with friends in a warm and friendly atmosphere at the JCC. Enjoy a home-cooked meal and wonderful entertainment by Romel and Danielle.
$7 for members and $10 for the public. Register at the Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext.0 by Wednesday, May 8.
Sponsored in part by Lenny and Faigel Shapiro.

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

Friend Day
2024-05-18 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-18 05:30 - 21:30, 2024-07-18, 2024-08-18, 2024-09-18 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Everything is better with a friend!
Members can bring a friend for FREE every 18th day of the month.
For more information call our Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, x0.

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
Everyone is welcome to celebrate Shabbat at the JCC with songs, candle lighting, Kiddush, and hamotzi.

Hearing Clinic May 2024
2024-05-27 10:00 - 12:00 | 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2V 4V7, Canada
In partnership with Connect Hearing, come to the JCC for a hearing assessment.
Drop-ins welcome, no appointment needed.
For more information, email Nessie Hollander.

Pickleball Schmooze & Palooza
2024-06-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Sign up for a day of pickleball fun and competition and enjoy refreshments, snacks and giveaways! Last day to register is Friday May 24. Please bring your own paddle, water and sunscreen. All registrants receive a swag bag.
This event is held outdoors with the option to move inside in the event of poor weather.
Stop by the customer service desk for more information and to register.

Moses and Roses
2024-06-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as we indulge our senses and celebrate Shavuot in community, in partnership with Kesher.
We’ll engage in the art of creating beautiful flower arrangements, delve into the rich traditions of Shavuot, and savour a delightful ice cream bar.
Don’t miss out on this wonderful experience! Registration closes May 29. Member: $20 – Public: $30
This program is suitable for ages 13+.
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Bouncy Castle June 2024
2024-06-16 11:30 - 13:30 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Bring the family for a great time in our giant bouncy castle!
Free for members | Drop-in fee for public.
For more information, email Cherlene Magnuson or call 403-444-3159.

Aqua Fitness Snack & Chat
2024-06-19 13:15 - 14:30 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Register at the Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600 x0. Code: 10194
For more information contact the Aquatics Leadership Team by email or call 403-444-3147.
FREE

Bottle Drive
2024-06-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
JCC Maccabi Team Alberta Bottle Drive
Donate your refundable beverage containers to help send our JCC Maccabi athletes to compete in Detroit this summer.
Drop off at the Paperny Family JCC.
For more information email Danielle Braitman.
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Golden Age Summer BBQ
2024-06-23 11:30 - 14:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Celebrate summer with food, fun, entertainment, and games!
Member: $10 • Public: $15
For more information email Nessie Hollander or call 403-690-2449.

PJ Library® Book Nook Grand Opening
2024-06-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join PJ Library and the Paperny Family JCC to officially open our Book Nook and play space!
For more information email Sydney Truax or call 403-537-8592.
This space was made possible by a grant from Calgary Foundation.
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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.

Small Group Training Sale
2024-07-28 - 2024-08-02 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Explore small group training at the JCC! It’s a perfect blend of camaraderie, personalized attention, fitness, and fun! And because it’s a shared adventure, it’s a more affordable way to get the dedicated support and expert guidance of one
of our experienced and certified professional trainers.
Grab a friend (or two!) and transform YOUR fitness journey.
From July 28 to August 2
Receive 10% off 2-on-1 or 3-on-1 personal training packages of 4, 8 or 16 sessions*
Receive 7% off 1 -on-1 personal training packages of 4, 8 or 16 sessions*
Purchase your packages at our Customer Service Desk.
*Offers not valid on staff pricing or 24-session packages
Learn more about the benefits of small group training

Casino Day - August 2024
2024-08-01 10:15 - 14:00 | Deerfoot Inn and Casino
Join us for a fun time at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino!
Leaving at 10:15am sharp. Returning at 2:00pm.
$12 per person. Includes transportation on the JCC bus and lunch at the casino – space is limited.
Register at the Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600, ext.0

Join the Club - Contemporary Calgary
2024-08-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
JOIN THE CLUB for an afternoon at Contemporary Calgary – a significant visual arts destination dedicated to modern and contemporary art. We will meet at the Paperny Family JCC and either carpool or Uber.
Wednesday, August 7 • 1:00pm
If interested, please join us at Karen’s Café at 11:45am for lunch (not included in the price)
From 1:30 to 3:00pm, we will receive a docent led tour of:

Marcel Dzama – Ghosts of Canoe Lake
Originially from Winnipeg, a contemporary artist who draws from folk vernacular and art historical and contemporary influences.
Winnie Truong – Curious Nature
The exhibition features Truong’s characteristic dioramas and explores harmony, conflict, and play between a figure and its environment.

Tickets are $15 per person and may be purchased at the JCC Customer Service Desk or by calling 403-253-8600 x0. Please register early for this event as only 18 tickets are available.

Casino Day - September 2024
2024-09-05 10:15 - 14:00 | Deerfoot Inn and Casino

Golden Age Luncheon - September 2024
2024-09-10 11:45 - 14:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Join us for a lovely afternoon with friends – both old and new – in a warm and friendly atmosphere at the JCC.
Enjoy a three-course meal in addition to wonderful entertainment by Romel.
$10 for members and $12 for the public. Register at the Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext.0 by Tuesday, September 3.
Sponsored in part by Lenny and Faigel Shapiro.

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
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Register online, go to the Customer Service or call 403-253-8600 x0.

Let's Go to The Mountains
2024-09-19 08:45 - 16:00 | Calgary JCC, 1607 90 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7, Canada
Enjoy a day in Canmore plus a Cochrane ice cream stop! RSVP by Friday, September 13.
$18/members $20/public
