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Dec 26, 2019
Boxing Day
Nov

28 2019

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Dec

12 2019

A new course in Jewish Mysticism with Rabbi Dovid Caytak

8:00PM  

The Jewish Youth Library
185 Switzer Ave.
Ottawa, ON K1z7h8

 

Delve into the depths of Torah!
Discover new meaning and inspiration!

Dec

1 2019

Journey Through the Ukrainian-Jewish Encounter

10:30AM - 12:00PM  

Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Journey Through the Ukrainian-Jewish Encounter Alti Rodal, historian and co-director of Ukrainian-Jewish Encounter,…

Dec

1 2019

Yiddish Cafe

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Join Shirley Steinberg, Rubin Friedman and numerous Yiddish speaking friends, as they present a convivial, joyful…

Dec

2 2019

Finding Connection to God and Meaning Through Our Prayers

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Ilana Benzaquen
1724 Kilborn Avenue
Ottawa, On

 

Come and learn the meaning behind prayer and gain an appreciation to the prayers that are said on a daily basis.

Dec

2 2019

The Knitting Pilgrim

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Temple Israel
1301 Prince of Wales Drive
Ottawa, ON K2C 1N2

 

Temple Israel and All Saints' Westboro are presenting The Knitting Pilgrim, featuring actor and knitter Kirk Dunn, a…

Dec

3 2019

Jewish & Kabbilistic Secrets to Feeling Good However You Feel

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Ottawa Torah Centre
111 Lamplighters Drive
Ottawa, ON K2J0C2

 

Mined from the teachings of Torah and contemporary psychology, this six-week course takes a fresh approach to the bat…

Dec

4 2019

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Dec

6 2019

Scholastic Book Fair at OJCS

8:00AM - 4:30PM  

Ottawa Jewish Community School
31 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A1R9

 

The scholastic book fair is coming to OJCS please come and visit from December 4th to December 6th from 8:00am to 4:0…

Dec

4 2019

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Dec

6 2019

OJCS Scholastic Book Fair

9:00AM - 3:30PM  

Jenn Greenberg
31 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2G7E4

 

Come to OJCS to our 2nd Annual Scholastic Book fair.
Get books from preschool age all the way to young adult.
Stay t…

Dec

5 2019

Bible Basics with Lauren Shaps

9:15AM - 10:15AM  

The Soloway Jewish COmmunity Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON

 

Exodus/Shemot is the unparalleled story of slavery, redemption and the birth of the Jewish People.

Dec

6 2019

1Table Shabbat Dinner Single Over 60

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

A Shabbat experience specifically designed for unattached adults.

Dec

7 2019

CBB Chanukah Craft Night & Open House

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
TEEN LOUNGE (UPSTAIRS)
OTTAWA, ON K2A 1R9

 

GET CAMP CRAFTY! Missing camp? Want to get in the holiday spirit? Come make some fun Chanukah crafts with your camp f…

Dec

7 2019

 

Theme: How is the Torah and Parsha relevant to me personally on a daily basis in modern life ?

Dec

8 2019

Chanukah Gift Fair

10:00AM - 4:00PM  

Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Unique holiday gifts, decorations, candles and everything you need to celebrate Chanukah.

Dec

8 2019

PJ Library Annual Chanukah Party

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

SJCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON

 

PJ Library Invites you to Celebrate Chanukah with Ganon and SJCC

Dec

8 2019

Remembering Leonard Cohen - Concert with Tower of Song Band

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Remembering Leonard Cohen - Concert with Tower of Song Band Join Jerry Golland and the Tower of Song Band as they…

Dec

9 2019

Finding Connection to God and Meaning Through Our Prayers

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Ilana Benzaquen
1724 Kilborn Avenue
Ottawa, On

 

Come and learn the meaning behind prayer and gain an appreciation to the prayers that are said on a daily basis.

Dec

10 2019

The Life & Legacy Kickoff

6:00PM - 7:30PM  

Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Please join us at The Life & Legacy Kickoff to learn more about this amazing program from Harold Grinspoon…

Dec

10 2019

Jewish & Kabbilistic Secrets to Feeling Good However You Feel

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Ottawa Torah Centre
111 Lamplighters Drive
Ottawa, ON K2J0C2

 

Mined from the teachings of Torah and contemporary psychology, this six-week course takes a fresh approach to the bat…

Dec

12 2019

Bible Basics with Lauren Shaps

9:15AM - 10:15AM  

The Soloway Jewish COmmunity Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON

 

Exodus/Shemot is the unparalleled story of slavery, redemption and the birth of the Jewish People.

Dec

14 2019

 

Theme: How is the Torah and Parsha relevant to me personally on a daily basis in modern life ?

Dec

14 2019

EG Chanukah Ball

8:00PM - 11:55PM  

Ottawa Art Gallery
50 Mackenzie King Bridge

 

Let's Get Lit! EG's Annual Chanukah Ball!

Join us for dinner, drinks, dancing and games
Chairs: Jacob and Sarah Polo…

Dec

15 2019

Books and Bagels

9:30AM - 11:30AM  

Temple Israel
1301 Prince of Wales Dr.
Ottawa,

 

Eternal Life a novel by Dara Horn will be reviewed by Allan Silburt. This review will also cover Chapter 1 of Yuval…

Dec

15 2019

Chanukah Yom Iyun - A Day of Learning with JET

10:30AM - 2:00PM  

The Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

What is it? A day of learning with JET! Many classes to choose from and different things to enjoy. When is it?…

Dec

15 2019

Cellobration

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Temple Israel
1301 Prince of Wales Drive
Ottawa, ON K2C 1N2

 

Concert - Cello quartet presenting short pieces from a wide range of genres from classical to tango to jazz and rock.

Dec

15 2019

Makom Ottawa pre-Chanukah and Menorah-testing Party

5:00PM - 7:00PM  

Stanley Park - New Edinburgh Field House
203 Stanley Ave.

 

You're invited!... to a very family-friendly pre-Chanukah and Menorah-testing party! Please plan to come early and…

Dec

16 2019

Finding Connection to God and Meaning Through Our Prayers

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Ilana Benzaquen
1724 Kilborn Avenue
Ottawa, On

 

Come and learn the meaning behind prayer and gain an appreciation to the prayers that are said on a daily basis.

Dec

17 2019

Chanukkah Carnival at KBI

5:00PM - 7:30PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Come join in the Fun at KBI where families can enjoy Games, Treats, Inflatables & Fun! There will be a sing-along, pi…

Dec

17 2019

Chanukkah Carnival at KBI

5:00PM - 7:30PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Come join in the Fun at KBI where families can enjoy Games, Treats, Inflatables & Fun! There will be a sing-along, pi…

Dec

17 2019

OJCS School Chanukah Celebration

6:30PM - 7:30PM  

Jenn Greenberg

Ottawa, ON

 

This is a time for OJCS families to get together for Chanukah, sing some songs, light candles and enjoy an sweet treat.

Dec

17 2019

Jewish & Kabbilistic Secrets to Feeling Good However You Feel

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Ottawa Torah Centre
111 Lamplighters Drive
Ottawa, ON K2J0C2

 

Mined from the teachings of Torah and contemporary psychology, this six-week course takes a fresh approach to the bat…

Dec

18 2019

Women's Torah Study

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Join Rabbi Zuker in her home for Torah Study, on Wednesday evenings near Rosh Chodesh, on subjects related to Women i…

Dec

18 2019

Women's Torah Study

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Join Rabbi Zuker in her home for Torah Study, on Wednesday evenings near Rosh Chodesh, on subjects related to Women i…

Dec

20 2019

1Table Shabbat Dinner Interfaith Couples

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

A Shabbat dinner experience specially designed for interfaith couples.

Dec

21 2019

 

Theme: How is the Torah and Parsha relevant to me personally on a daily basis in modern life ?

Dec

22 2019

Chanukah Wonderland!

10:30AM - 12:30PM  

Chabad of Centrepointe (Ottawa Building)
100 Constellation Dr.
Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8

 

A Ripple Effect & Chabad of Centrepointe
Invite you to our Grand Chanukah Wonderland

Featuring:
*Holiday Crafts*Donut …

Dec

22 2019

Menorah Workshop at Home Depot

1:00PM - 3:00PM  

Home Depot Barrhaven
3779 Starndherd Dr. Barrhaven
Ottawa, ON

 

Build your own Menorah. Get your own workers Home Depot apron. Enjoy refreshments and Music. RSVP required at www.the…

Dec

22 2019

Tamir Chanukah Party 2019

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Join Tamir for this Annual Event. Everyone is Invited!!
Spin the dreidel, Dance with Touch of Klez, Do crafts and mit…

Dec

22 2019

Chanukah at City Hall

4:00PM - 5:00PM  

Ottawa City Hall
110 Laurier East
Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1

 

Join Rabbi Dr. Bulka, Mayor Jim Watson , and the City of Ottawa for of our annual Chanukah Celebration in front of Ot…

Dec

22 2019

Hanukkah Celebration with Or Haneshamah

5:00PM - 9:00PM  

Fellowship hall - 1st Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 3Z9

 

Come celebrate Hanukkah with Or Haneshamah! This event is open to the wider community, so invite family and friends…

Dec

22 2019

Or Haneshamah Annual Hanukkah Party

5:00PM - 8:00PM  

Or Haneshamah
30 Cleary Ave
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1

 

Come celebrate Hanukkah with Or Haneshamah! Everyone welcome. We'll have activities for children, including dreidel s…

Dec

22 2019

Hanukkah Party & Raffle Draw

5:30PM - 9:30PM  

Congregation Machzikei Hadas
2310 Virginia Drive
Ottawa, ON K1H 6S2

 

Machzikei Hadas Presents
Hanukkah Party & Raffle Draw
Sunday December 22nd 2019
Featuring a Hanukkah Multimedia Celeb…

Dec

23 2019

Finding Connection to God and Meaning Through Our Prayers

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Ilana Benzaquen
1724 Kilborn Avenue
Ottawa, On

 

Come and learn the meaning behind prayer and gain an appreciation to the prayers that are said on a daily basis.

Dec

23 2019

Hanukkah Night at the Sens Game! Sens VS Buffalo Sabres

7:30PM - 10:00PM  

Canadian Tire Centre
1000 Palladium Drive

 

Receive savings on tickets in the 100, 200, and 300 level through this special Hanukkah Night offer: Special tickets …

Dec

25 2019

Young Israel Chanukah Party

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Young Israel
1762 Carling Avenue
Ottawa, ON K2A 2H7

 

Join us for fun and games and a kid friendly supper! $8/person or $25/family Contact info: info@yiofo.ca…

Dec

25 2019

Calzones, Candles and Questions: A Beit Tikvah Trivia Night

4:30PM - 6:30PM  

Congregation Beit Tikvah of Ottawa
15 Chartwell Avenue
Nepean, ON K2G 4K3

 

This is a family-friendly Chanukah Trivia and Pizza night that is open to the entire community. Following the…

Dec

28 2019

 

Theme: How is the Torah and Parsha relevant to me personally on a daily basis in modern life ?

Dec

30 2019

Finding Connection to God and Meaning Through Our Prayers

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Ilana Benzaquen
1724 Kilborn Avenue
Ottawa, On

 

Come and learn the meaning behind prayer and gain an appreciation to the prayers that are said on a daily basis.