Alberta Jewish News

The Calgary and Edmonton Jewish Communities hosted a highly engaging conversation with acclaimed author Yossi Klein Halevi to kick off their 2021 UJA Campaigns.

On September 30, both the Calgary and Edmonton Jewish communities commemorated the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Don't miss the final speaker in the JFSC "Making a Difference" Online Speaker Series - Coping through Challenging Times: An Evening with Dr. Ruth on October 17.

Join us in celebrating Alberta's largest-ever Zoom Challah Bake! Registration deadline is October 14! https://www.familyshul.org/form/2021challahbake

Chanukah is coming early this year! This means now is the time to book your annual Chanukah greeting in Alberta Jewish News! It's a great way to support the newspaper you love! https://albertajewishnews.com/greetings/

Join Beth Israel Synagogue (Edmonton) for a virtual Challah Bake on October 21 at 7 p.m. Open to women and girls for the cost of $10. Each registration includes one challah baking kit. Register by tomorrow at https://www.familyshul.org/form/2021challahbake. #JewishEdmonton #challahbake

We are pleased to welcome Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides as the new Jewish Community Chaplain, and we wish Sari Shernofsky all the best in her retirement. Rabbi Il...ana, a driving force in our Community, is an Ordained Rabbi and certified Grief Educator. In addition to her Chaplain role, Rabbi Ilana will offer Shabbat Services and provide orientation and information sessions on Judaism. Welcome to JFSC, Rabbi Ilana! See more

Coping Through Challenging Times: An Evening With Dr. Ruth DR. RUTH WESTHEIMER, moderated by Dave Kelly Sunday October 17, 6pm ONLINE... Dr. Ruth may be best known for having pioneered talking explicitly about sex on radio and television, but as it turns out, that is only a small part of her rich and diversified life. Join us for Dr. Ruth as she provides health-guided advice and coping strategies for caregivers looking after loved ones. This event is part of "Making a Difference": 2021 Online Speakers Series. For more information contact Peta at [email protected], 403-692-6389 or purchase your $18 tickets through our website at www.jfsc.org. . #Jfscmakingadifference Dave Kelly Live

Some information on Daylight Saving Time, and the referendum from our friend University of Alberta associate psychology professor Dr. Kyle Mathewson

Attention seniors are you interested in having a traditional Passover meal generously provided by Grumans - Catering and Delicatessen delivered to your home? ...Safta’s Kitchen wants to hear from you! Registration deadline is Monday March 15, delivery is Friday March 26. Contact Samantha at 403-692-6392 or [email protected] #saftaskitchen #yycseniors #newhorizonsforseniors #ignitingneighbours See more

New initiatives at Calgary's Halpern Akiva Academy include a full featured STEM learning lab, the introduction of the Renert Brightminds math curriculum and a Montessori inspired preschool and daycare.

In case you missed it - In our November edition journalist Irena Karshenbaum wrote this feature article on the history of Calgary's Rideau Towers - built by Holocaust Survivor Peter Caspari.

Chanukah is printing on November 25, the time to book your greeting is now! Buying a holiday greeting in Alberta Jewish News is the perfect way to support your favourite local Jewish newspaper!

Our deepest condolences to the Cairns family. Our city lost a legend!

Funeral Notice:

Shabbat Shalom Alberta, enjoy this week's edition of Alberta Jewish Schmooze featuring our top stories from Edmonton, Calgary, Alberta, and the world! Chanukah is right around the corner and our deadline for booking Chanukah greetings is November 24! Please contact Alberta Jewish News to book yours today! Alberta Jewish Schmooze - November 20, 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//alberta-jewish-schmooze-november-20-20

Our Chanukah Special Edition is printing on November 25, please use the link to book your Chanukah greeting! https://albertajewishnews.com/greetings/