In The Ottawa Community
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Community Events and Announcements
Yom Ha'atzmaut Flag-Raising Ceremony, May 9, 11:15 am, Ottawa City Hall's Marion Dewar Square, 110 Laurier Ave. Help us pay tribute to Israel's 71st birthday with a flag raising ceremony. A bus will be available to take people to and from the event and will leave the SJCC at 10:30 am. If you are interested in taking the bus please contact Ella to reserve your spot at 613-798-9818 x 243 or edagan@jccottawa.com.
Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration, May 9, 5 - 9 pm, Soloway JCC, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt. Celebrate Israel's 71st Birthday with Israeli food and fun for the whole family. Featuring Israeli DJ Lahit Barosh, delicious food from Babi's (for purchase, cash only), children's entertainment. Contact Ella Dagan at edagan@jccottawa.com.
Join us on Thursday, May 9, 6-8 PM at the Canadian Museum of History for the opening of Jewish Journeys – Stories of Immigration from the Treasures of Library and Archives Canada — a special display exploring key moments in the history of Jewish immigration to Canada, from the 1800s to the present day. Take this opportunity to visit the Canadian History Hall and enjoy special programming that explores immigration and adaptation to life in Canada. There will be a cash bar during the reception.
Michael Kent, Curator of the Jacob M. Lowy Collection at Library and Archives Canada, will examine the Jewish immigrant experience in Canada, along with Jewish contributions to Canadian society. This special presentation will include short videos and songs, offering visitors a fascinating look at the Jewish experience, and its impact on Canadian pop culture and Canada’s broader heritage and identity.
In English with simultaneous translation into French. This event is free. Space is limited. Please confirm your presence at history@historymuseum.ca or 819-776-8372. More info at https://www.historymuseum.ca/event/jewish-journeys-stories-of-immigration
Canadian Friends of Peace Now presents an evening with Shaqued Morag, Executive Director of Peace Now, speaking on, “Grassroots Activism to Avert the Abyss: Fighting Annexation, Saving the Two-State Vision.” Wednesday, May 15, 7:30 PM, at SJCC, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt. RSVP to info@peacenowcanada.org. Free admission, donations welcome.
*Foundations of Jewish Living • Sample Class, May 15, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, SJCC, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt. Foundations of Jewish Living, from the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, gives parents the opportunity to enrich their own Jewish education and learn about Jewish life in the context of parenting. Drawing on a range of texts - from the Bible to PJ Library books - the program consists of guided discussions, each focused on themes connected to Jewish holidays or key figures in Jewish life with take home material for children. Join us for a sample class with Rabbi Steven Garten, Director of the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning.
Contact Roslyn Wollock at 613-798-9818 ext 254 or rwollock@jccottawa.com
*Shirley Berman Lecture Series - Lilian Bilsky Freiman, May 22, 7:30 - 9 pm, SJCC, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt. Shirley Berman Lecture Series - Part 1 Lilian Bilsky Freiman - A Life of Philanthropy. The Ottawa Jewish Historical Society in partnership with the Soloway JCC presents the story of Lilian Bilsky Freiman and her many contributions to our city. Guest speaker for the evening is Dan McKay.
Donations accepted at the door. Contact Roslyn Wollock at 613-798-9818 ext. 254 or roswollock@hotmail.com.
*Beit Ha’am Journey in Ottawa (in partnership with community organizations), May 23-26. Presented by WZO’s Department for Diaspora Affairs (DDA) and The Canadian Zionist Federation (CZF). We invite you to join our interactive community workshops and events to discuss and to experience Israel, its society and the role of Zionism today. Activities and programs at various locations.
For all information, please see https://jewishottawa.com/community-calendar/beit-haam-journey-program-by-canadian-zionist-federation-1552571328.
*The Future of Canadian Jewry, May 28, 7 pm. Results of exciting new research by Survey of Canadian Jewry Co-Authors Rhonda Lenton, Professor of Sociology, President and Vice-Chancellor of York University, and Robert Brym, SD Clark Professor of Sociology at University of Toronto, Soloway JCC, Hall A, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt. Free of charge, all are welcome. RSVP to Sarah Beutel at sbeutel@jewishottawa.com or
613-798-4696, ext. 253
*Musica Ebraica Spring Concert, May 28, 7 - 9 pm. Musica Ebraica invites you to its Spring Concert, celebrating 18 years of singing Jewish music. The choir will present a retrospective of music it has performed over the years, including Israeli, Yiddish and Canadian compositions. The concert will also feature a lively Klezmer duo from Montreal. Cost: $20. Contact Toby Yan at Tobyyan@rogers.com or 613-224-4560, https://musicaebraica.ca, Temple Israel, 1300 Prince of Wales Dr.
Community Opportunities
There are dozens of people in our community who rely on the JFS Kosher Meals on Wheels (KMOW) program for freshly prepared, nutritious and tasty meals. A team of KMOW volunteer drivers fan out over the city every Wednesday and Friday delivering the meals, checking in on those who are convalescing or otherwise experiencing frailty. For many, the KMOW volunteer driver represents a connection to a caring community. We have an immediate need for drivers in the South Keys/Hunt Club area, as well as in Barrhaven. Please contact our Volunteer Recruiter George Sladowski at 613-722-2225 ext. 350, or email gsladowski@jfsottawa.com
Creative Connections Coordinator – Part-Time Contract Position (1 Year with potential to renew). Creative Connections is a unique, weekly Jewish full-day social and recreational program geared to cognitively-well, ‘older’ seniors generally in the 75+ age group. The position of Creative Connections Coordinator is available for a dynamic, community-minded individual who enjoys working with elderly seniors and has strong administrative and organizational skills.
The Creative Connections Coordinator is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of the Creative Connections program held on 30 Tuesdays throughout the year.
For more information, please indicate your interest to execdir@aja50plus.ca. You will be sent a complete program and job description. The closing date is May 8, 2019.