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Welcome to the Calgary Jewish Community - Bruchim Haba'im!

Opportunity of a Lifetime:

Celebrate Israel’s 65th Birthday in a big way!
Join hosts Joe and Sondra Spier and Calgary Jewish Federation for the trip of a lifetime, April 11–22, 2013. Optional Eilat and Petra extension, April 23 – 25. Great hotels, tours, off-the-map sites, and gala celebrations!
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Upcoming Special Events:

Elie Wiesel- Return to the Akeda: Why I Love Isaac
Don't miss the opportunity to learn from Nobel laureate Eli Wiesel as he shares his insight on this most timeless and relevant biblical tale. Discover the deeper meaning of Abraham's almost-sacrifice of his son Isaac and the broader context of this pivotal story. Tue., June 5, 7pm $10/ticket, students free.
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Popsicles in the Park
All are welcome to this free community-wide event: Sunday June 10 • 11am - 2pm, Crescent Public Park - 900-47th Ave SW. Obstacle courses,baby horses, kosher popsicles, petting zoo,face painting,mini-golf,music,and fun!
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Join us for the JCC and CJF AGMs
Calgary JCC and Calgary Jewish Federation invite all members of the community to their Annual General Meetings, Wed., June 20th, JCC. The JCC AGM will begin at 6:45pm, followed by the Calgary Jewish Federation AGM at 7:15pm. Shem Tov awards for communal leadership will be presented. Learn more

You should check out:

Kesher: Recreation for Jewish adults with special needs
Crafts, drama, Israeli dancing, sports...something for everyone. Sundays, April 29 - June 24, 1 - 2:30 pm. Calgary JCC
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One happy camper - Get $1,000 Free!
You may qualify to get $1,000 toward your child's first Jewish sleep-away camp experience.
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Read about the value of overnight Jewish summer camps

Shalom Camp - Jewish Camp resource guide
CJF is proud to offer "Shalom Camp", a resource guide of all participating Jewish overnight camps across Canada.
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We are inlcusive

Calgary Jewish Federation welcomes and supports children and adults with disabilities as well as their families. If you or a loved one need special accommodations to participate in our programs, activities or services, please contact Kathie Wainer at 403-537-8592.

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Features:

Inspiring Leadership
Four inspiring women, Nancy Flatters, Sharon Hapton, Raechelle Paperny, and Lisa Silver speak about living life to the fullest, loving to give back to their community and leading by example. June 3, 10:30am, $36.
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