Paperny Family JCC

Beginners iPad/iPhone Virtual Lessons
2020-11-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-07 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton)
Learn how to navigate your iPad and iPhone with the new and different features. Facilitated by Saul Prince. The Zoom link will be sent to you upon registration.

Share Your WIP (Work In Progress)! Share Your Ideas, Skills and Prose—From First Draft to Publication
2020-11-24 19:00 - 20:30
Share Your WIP (Work In Progress)! Share Your Ideas, Skills and Prose—From First Draft to Publication
$66 ($22 per session)
Join us for these interactive workshops facilitated by David Leach, Professor of Creative Non-Fiction Writing at the University of Victoria, author, and past presenter at the 2019 Calgary Jewish Book Festival. Share your ideas, skills, and prose – from first draft to publication. Learn to hook your reader, set your scene, create your characters, and revise and publish.

Morning Breathing Workshop
2020-11-26 09:00 - 09:30, 2020-12-03 09:00 - 09:30, 2020-12-10 09:00 - 09:30
Start your morning paying attention to your breathing! In these three, 30-minute sessions you will practice different breathwork techniques to help you reduce stress, sleep better, and experience many other benefits. Free.

The Israel Philharmonic Pre-Chanukah Global Celebration
2020-12-06 12:00 - 13:00
Enjoy a multi-disciplinary program of instrumental performances, behind-the-scenes interviews, and powerful messages of hope, from Israel’s world-class Philharmonic. This free event will weave together word and song, featuring Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer, Grammy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Bette Midler, actress and star of Fauda Ronalee Shimon, actress and model Dar Zuzovsky, and other special guests. The Israel Philharmonic and its Music Director Lahav Shani will perform pieces from Mr. Zimmer’s acclaimed works.

Golden Age Coffee Chat
2020-12-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-01-20 11:00 - 12:00
Make yourself a cup of coffee or tea and chat with old and new friends from the comfort of you home via Zoom. For more information and to get the Zoom link, email Nessie Hollander or call 403-537-8599.

Hanookkah Hoop & Zoom Family Dance
2020-12-12 18:00 - 19:00
Let’s light the third Hanukkah candle together and dance!
Grab your hoola hoops and join in on the fun. Kelly from Hoop Di Do will guide us in fun hula hoop moves.
Register to receive the ZOOM link and to join in the celebration.
In advance of the dance, send us (new & old) photos of your family menorah lightings to showcase during the party!
For info email Shula Banchik or call 403-537-8596.

Virtual Golden Age Chanukah Luncheon
2020-12-15 12:00 - 13:00
Celebrate Chanukah with your JCC friends!
We will delivered a boxed lunch to your home in the morning or you can drive-thru between 11-11:30am to pick it up. Live entertainment with Steven Klevsky will be offered on Zoom at noon.
Spots are limited so register early at the Customer Service Desk or call 403-253-8600, ext.0 by Thursday, December 10.
For more information contact Nessie Hollander at 403-537-8599 or Albina at 403-692-6380.
This event is presented in partnership with Jewish Family Service Calgary and Stepping Stones, a program of Calgary Foundation and Connect First Credit Union.

The New Moon on Zoom! A Rosh Chodesh Celebration
2020-12-16 19:00 - 20:00
In the Jewish calendar the first day of each month it’s called Rosh Chodesh (the head of the month). On this day the new moon is a slender crescent barely visible in the night sky. It is a day historically associated with women’s renewal and celebration.
Rosh Chodesh Tevet: Celebrate the new moon with breathing and mindfulness exercises, while reflecting about the holiday of the lights! Make sure you have olive oil, general spices and herbs to create your tasty ‘Infused Olive Oils’, in honour of Chanukah.
Register below to receive the Zoom link.

Building Hours - Christmas Eve
2020-12-24 05:30 - 16:00
The Calgary JCC will be open from 5:30am-4:00pm on Christmas Eve. Our weight room and aquatics centre will close at 3:30pm.

Building Hours - Christmas Day
2020-12-25 08:00 - 16:00
The Calgary JCC will be open from 8:00am-4:00pm on Christmas Day. Our weight room and aquatics centre will close at 3:30pm.

Building Hours - Boxing Day
2020-12-26 09:00 - 16:00
The Calgary JCC will be open from 9:00am-4:00pm on Christmas Day. Our weight room and aquatics centre will close at 3:30pm.

Building Hours - New Year's Eve
2020-12-31 05:30 - 16:00
The Calgary JCC will be open from 5:30am-4:00pm on New Year’s Eve. Our weight room and aquatics centre will close at 3:30pm.

Building Hours - New Year's Day
2021-01-01 08:00 - 16:00
The Calgary JCC will be open from 8:00am-4:00pm on New Year’s Day. Our weight room and aquatics centre will close at 3:30pm.

Golden Age Luncheon -January 2021
2021-01-14 12:00 - 13:00
Enjoy an hour of food, fun, and friendship at our virtual lunch for our Golden Age group!
We will deliver a boxed lunch to your home in the morning or you can drive-thru between 11:00 and 11:30am to pick-up. Log on to Zoom at noon and take in live entertainment by Karina Szulc.
$5 per person. Register at the Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext.0 by Friday, January 8. For more information email Nessie Hollander or call 403-537-8599.

Celebrating Jewish Music Month
2021-01-17 15:00 - 17:00
Discover the influences and legacy of Jews in crafting the beautiful melodies and lyrics of Tango.

Tango – A Story with Jews
Sunday, January 17 | 3:00 – 5:00pm
Documentary screening (62 minutes) and Q&A with director, Gabriel Pomeraniec.
Tango Virtual Lesson
Sunday, January 24 | 3:00 – 5:00pm
Learn about the dance and some basic steps from the comfort of your home, with Argentinean Tango instructor, Diego Smola.
$18 per person for both events. Zoom link will be sent after registration.
Click on Register link below or by calling our Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext,0. Course COURSE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 5:30 PM MST, THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
For more information email Shula Banchik or call 403-437-8596.
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Build a Rice Bowl with Jenn Brodsky
2021-01-18 13:00 - 14:00
Learn how to build this very versatile rice bowl. Shop ahead and follow along or just watch and make it later. The great thing about this recipe is that you can make it with basically anything you have in your fridge, pantry, and freezer. It’s called an Asian rice bowl, but can be made with any grain and any combination of veggies and protein. Perfect for any time you need a quick and healthy meal, and everything can be prepped ahead… the options are endless!
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About Jenn Brodsky
Jenn was born and raised in Calgary, where her family has deep ties to the Jewish community. She started working at the JCC in June of 1997 as a camp counselor, when her parents encouraged her to get a part-time job to pay for a portion of her March of the Living trip. In September of that same year, she started working for Karen at the café a few evenings a week, enjoying the hustle of working both jobs through high school. Jenn continued working for Karen part-time over the next several years during her post secondary pursuits afterwhich she took on a full-time role at the café. Over the past 20-plus years, she has spent most of her days at the JCC in one capacity or another as camp counselor, teaching children’s cooking classes, working at the café, and volunteering at a casino, the annual JCC Sports Dinner or Shabbat dinner. Jenn also sits on the board of the Calgary Jewish Family Loan Association as vice president, and spends her spare time making pottery.

Movement for Pain Management with Amber Kyliuk
2021-01-19 19:00 - 20:00
Working with our spine with the use of two bath towels, we’ll begin our focus on the upper back and how to release the upper back and neck. Then we’ll dive down into the lower back and find some mobility in the stickiest parts. Throughout all of this, we will create a focus with the breath, build strength through conscious movement, and learn about how chronic pain affects all that we do (and what we can do about that).

About Amber Kyliuk
Amber is a self-proclaimed body nerd since the 90s with a Bachelor in Kinesiology, and is into Ashtanga Yoga and her two awesome kids. She raced Skeleton, with injuries leading her to Critical Alignment Yoga Therapy. Years of dealing with persistent back pain led her down the rabbit hole of learning more about Natural Movement, living life with/out pain through Cor-Kinetic, teaching Lagree, and working with clients who want to live life to the fullest.

Hormone Yoga Therapy with Bridgette Shaw-Bane
2021-01-20 19:00 - 20:00
Hormone Yoga Therapy (HYT) is a set sequence of dynamic yoga postures, dynamic breathing techniques, Tibetan energy techniques, and Yoga Nidra – and balances hormones naturally and holistically. It is based in science and physiology without the side effects of Hormone Replacement Therapy. The focus is specifically on the ovaries, thyroid, para-thyroids, pituitary, and adrenal glands. Even if you are missing any of these glands, you can still benefit from the practice.
HYT helps with: PMS, Peri-menopause, premature menopause, some infertility issues, polycystic ovaries (PCOS), loss of menstruation, some forms of osteoporosis, incontinence or leaking, under-active thyroid, hair loss, dry skin, acne, brittle nails, carpal tunnel, prolapse, skin tags, body hair, hot flashes, genital dryness, sex drive, weight management, energy levels, sleep, feeling grounded, happiness, emotional stability, reactivity, clarity, confidence, strengthening your immune system, and so much more.
We will discuss the practice, demonstrate some exercises and share some success stories that I have witnessed with women, ranging from as young as early 30s all the way into their 90s. I will also share a bit about my story and then I will teach you some techniques and exercises so that you can see for yourself what it is like. Let’s age gracefully together, shall we? No experience necessary.

About Bridgette Shaw-Bane
Bridgette is a senior teacher, ERYT-500+ with YA, and teacher trainer. She was initiated as a Sadhaka Yogini in the ISHTA lineage, by her teacher Yogiraj Alan Finger. Bridgette specializes in Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Restorative Yoga, and Hormone Yoga Therapy. She is one of three women, in all of Canada, to be certified by 93 year old creator, Dinah Rodrigues, in the hormone yoga practice.
Bridgette’s yoga journey began in 1998 at DePaul’s Theatre Conservatory in Chicago where she grew up. Ten years later, she found herself living in New York, back to her east coast roots where her family is from. Here she discovered ISHTA Yoga, which became her yoga home. In June of 2019 she completed her training in Hormone Yoga Therapy after having life-changing results from the practice – and now offers the practice worldwide.
Bridgette has studied with Kofi Busia, Seane Corn, Martin and Jordan Kirk, Noah Mazé, Dana Moore, Sharon Salzberg, Krishna Das, Judith Lasater, and many others. She also worked for world renowned Ayurvedic Dr. Pratima Raishur and Dr. Pankaj Naram.
She is thrilled to be connecting with the JCC, as her background is Jewish (though it’s not quite that simple… is it ever?), but that’s a crazy story for another time! ; ) It will be good to feel back at home again!
Find Bridgette, her offerings and recordings on her website.

Positively Speaking - A Guide to Communicating with Confidence
2021-01-21 12:00 - 13:00
In this four-week program, participants will learn the fundamental guidelines to gaining confidence in public speaking and creating effective presentations. Topics include “The Rule of Three” as well as tips and tricks to capture an audience’s attention. Most importantly we will practice speaking skills in a safe and encouraging environment that will help dispel public speaking jitters. Open to beginners and more experienced presenters, the course will focus on becoming a creative and compelling speaker. We will grow speaking skills from “No Way” to “No Problem”!
Shelley Werner is an award-winning speaker and experienced presenter. A contract workplace specialist, she was the Division Manager for Contemporary Office Interiors in Manitoba, leading the team to their top volume sales. She served as chair of many boards, including the Manitoba Institute of Child Health and the Women’s Enterprise Centre of Manitoba. Having recently relocated to Calgary, she serves on the executive of Fluor Communicators Toastmasters.
$18 per person. Course code: 7337. Register below to receive the Zoom link.
For info contact Shula Banchik at 403-537-8596 or shula@cjcc.ca

Yoga Nidra with Bridgette Shaw-Bane
2021-01-21 19:00 - 20:00
Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that is equivalent to four to five hours of sleep. It is an incredibly healing practice that is done lying down and takes only 20 to 30 minutes. The tension we carry can be released physically, mentally, and emotionally through this practice. There are about nine steps that you are guided through that gradually allows you to move deeper and deeper into relaxation. We will take a look at the steps, and what is happening in them, and then I’ll guide you through a nidra so that you can experience the benefits right away!
Have a pillow, blanket, and something to cover your eyes, as well as a bolster or some pillows under your legs for comfort, and you will be set! Open to all levels of experience.

About Bridgette Shaw
Bridgette is a senior teacher, ERYT-500+ with YA, and teacher trainer. She was initiated as a Sadhaka Yogini in the ISHTA lineage, by her teacher Yogiraj Alan Finger. Bridgette specializes in Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Restorative Yoga, and Hormone Yoga Therapy. She is one of three women, in all of Canada, to be certified by 93 year old creator, Dinah Rodrigues, in the hormone yoga practice.
Bridgette’s yoga journey began in 1998 at DePaul’s Theatre Conservatory in Chicago where she grew up. Ten years later, she found herself living in New York, back to her east coast roots where her family is from. Here she discovered ISHTA Yoga, which became her yoga home. In June of 2019 she completed her training in Hormone Yoga Therapy after having life-changing results from the practice – and now offers the practice worldwide.
Bridgette has studied with Kofi Busia, Seane Corn, Martin and Jordan Kirk, Noah Mazé, Dana Moore, Sharon Salzberg, Krishna Das, Judith Lasater, and many others. She also worked for world renowned Ayurvedic Dr. Pratima Raishur and Dr. Pankaj Naram.
She is thrilled to be connecting with the JCC, as her background is Jewish (though it’s not quite that simple… is it ever?), but that’s a crazy story for another time! ; ) It will be good to feel back at home again!
Find Bridgette, her offerings and recordings on her website.

Transformative Nutrition with Shannon Taylor
2021-01-22 12:00 - 13:00
In this informative talk, we will discuss the key factors in optimal health, followed by a Q & A:
• Whole foods and their importance
• Nutrition and meal planning
• Food intolerances and weight gain
• Portion sizes
• Creating and implementing healthy habits
• Goal setting and strategies to stay on track
• Stages of change
• Stress reduction
• The Importance of sleep
• Fitness guidelines
• The importance of community.

About Shannon Taylor
Shannon is passionate about adventure, movement, good food and living life to the fullest. She was always an active kid; swimming, dancing, snowboarding, and surfing. She discovered yoga after a painful snowboarding accident, and loved the inner peace it gave her and the release she felt in her body. Shannon practiced diligently both in the physical sense as well as the spiritual. In 2013 she went on to pursue her dream job; teaching group fitness, and still loves it to this day.
It was a natural immersion into Nutrition, Shannon was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and in 2017 she decided to go back to school at CSNN (Canadian School of Natural Nutrition). While studying there, she used the knowledge she was learning and applied it to her own life and healing. By incorporating specific nutrient dense whole foods, eliminating foods that trigger her immune system, and supplementing with specific vitamins and minerals, Shannon started to feel a million times better. Her energy increased, she got the pep back to her step, and she was genuinely a happier person. Believing in a holistic approach to health, Shannon wants to share her knowledge with everyone. Her programs are safe, effective, and nourishing. Health is a lifelong journey and Shannon is here to guide you.
What does a Holistic Nutritionist do?

Celebrating Jewish Music Month
2021-01-24 15:00 - 17:00
Discover the influences and legacy of Jews in crafting the beautiful melodies and lyrics of Tango.
Tango Virtual Lesson
Sunday, January 24 | 3:00 – 5:00pm
Learn about the dance and some basic steps from the comfort of your home, with Argentinean Tango instructor, Diego Smola.
$9 per person. Zoom link will be sent after registration.
Click on Register link below or by calling our Customer Service Desk at 403-253-8600, ext,0. Course COURSE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 5:30 PM MST, THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
For more information email Shula Banchik or call 403-437-8596.
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Tu B'Shevat Lunch & Learn - Book Presentation with Author Mireille F. Ghoussoub
2021-01-27 12:00 - 13:00
The Story of CO2: Big Ideas for a Small Molecule explores all aspects of carbon dioxide, from the atomic to the universal perspective, and takes the reader on an epic journey into our physical world, starting from the moment of the Big Bang, all the way to the present world in which atmospheric CO2 concentrations continue to grow.
Register below to receive the Zoom link.
This event is moderated by Dan Balaban, CEO, Greengate Power and sponsored by Greengate Power.
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Tu B'Shevat DIY Glass Beaded Utensils
2021-01-28 19:00 - 20:00
Join us a we celebrate Tu B’Shevat, the “New Year of the Trees.” Make a beautiful fork and spoon serving set to use at your dining table for holiday celebrations.
$25 all materials included, to be picked-up at the JCC between January 25 and 27.
Register online below or by calling 403-253-8600, ext.0.
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Good Mental Health Habits for Seniors
2021-02-03 10:00 - 11:00
Kerby Centre Presents Live Well Be Well – A FREE Online Mental Wellbeing Presentation Series
Calgary JCC invites your to attend Good Mental Health Habits For Seniors
Presented By Vineeta Kapoor M.Psyc, PGDGC, Manager of Information Resources
Register below to receive the Zoom link.
