BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Beth Tzedec Congregation - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Beth Tzedec Congregation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bethtzedec.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Beth Tzedec Congregation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T230000 DTSTAMP:20261013T164417Z CREATED:20261013T164417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T164417Z UID:10001745-1795296600-1795302000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Lost in Territories DESCRIPTION:Israel/France 2026 | Director: Nadav Shlomo Giladi | Hebrew\, Arabic & English with English subtitles | 108 minutes\nComedy \nNeighbourly relations are always complex. Add to it soldiers\, marijuana\, terror groups\, fences\, knives\, dancers\, guns\, rabbis and imams\, and you have complete mayhem. Set in the charged landscape of the West Bank\, Lost in Territories offers a quirky\, darkly comic and satirical look at daily life there\, beyond the headlines. The film weaves together a collection of five short\, comedic vignettes\, each of which finds irreverent\, biting humor – as well as moments of unexpected connection – from absurd situations in the “Wild West of the Middle East\,” where politics are inescapable\, and living side-by-side becomes a tricky challenge. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\nProudly co-sponsored by JAC – Jewish Adult Calgary URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/lost-in-territories/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Lost-in-territories-THE-BRIDE-1_Credit-Daniel-Aranyo.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T163516Z CREATED:20261013T163457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T163516Z UID:10001744-1795288500-1795294800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Tell Me Everything DESCRIPTION:Israel/France 2026 | Director: Moshe Rosenthal | Hebrew with English subtitles | 108 minutes\nDrama \nWinner of the 2026 Israeli Academy Award for Best Picture\, and Israel’s official submission to the 2027 Oscars for best foreign film\, this poignant and beautifully acted drama is set in Israel against the backdrop of the late 80’s pop craze and the emerging HIV/AIDS epidemic\, and told through the perspective of Boaz\, a 12-year-old boy nearing his Bar Mitzvah and manhood. When Boaz uncovers a devastating secret about the father whom he idolizes – a secret that threatens to tear his family apart – he grapples with questions of masculinity\, identity\, and family\, while confronting feelings of shame\, confusion\, and fear. Across the years\, this moving coming-of-age saga follows his journey to heal the wound and reclaim the father-son bond that he has never stopped yearning for. \nWinner: 10 Israeli Academy Awards 2026\, including Best Film\, Best Director\, Best Screenplay \nNominated: 16 Israeli Academy Awards including Best Film\, Best Director\, Best Actor\, Best Actress \n  \nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n  \nProudly co-sponsored by JAC – Jewish Adult Calgary URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/tell-me-everything/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/TellMeEverything-1-Main-still-c-Ziv-Berkovich-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261119T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261119T205000 DTSTAMP:20261013T163042Z CREATED:20261013T162958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T163042Z UID:10001743-1795115700-1795121400@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Campaign: Disinformation in a Time of War DESCRIPTION:Canada 2026 | Directors: Kari Hollend & Cristina Bishai | English & Hebrew with English subtitles | 93 minutes\nDocumentary \nThis powerful investigative documentary examines how disinformation and propaganda have become central weapons in the Israel-Gaza conflict. In tandem with Warren Kinsella’s bestselling book The Hidden Hand\, this timely film exposes the global spread of coordinated digital warfare against Israel. Through expert interviews and on-the-ground reporting\, Kinsella uncovers how algorithms\, bot networks\, and fake accounts have amplified disinformation and manipulated public perception in the aftermath of October 7th. Tracing the evolution of Hamas – a designated terrorist organization – into a governing authority with a sophisticated international messaging strategy amplified and funded by state actors\, this timely film offers a revealing look into how these orchestrated influence campaigns – intended to delegitimize Israel – are actively fueling global antisemitism\, online radicalization\, and a growing hostility toward Jewish people worldwide. \nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n \nCopies of Warren Kinsella’s best-selling book The Hidden Hand will be available for purchase. \nFollowing the post-screening Q& A\, Mr. Kinsella will be available to sign copies of his book. \n  \nPresented in collaboration with the Paperny Family JCC’s \nJEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL \n \nPresented in collaboration with \nALLIES FOR A STRONG CANADA \n \n  \nThis Event is FREE OF CHARGE for all UNIVERSITY STUDENTS and all YOUTH \nWith Special Thanks to: \nJoe & Sondra Spier URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-campaign-disinformation-in-a-time-of-war/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Campaign_H265_UHD_Stereo-Screener_040626.01_39_24_19.Still027-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T161014Z CREATED:20261013T161014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T161014Z UID:10001742-1794770100-1794776400@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Frontier DESCRIPTION:Spain/Belgium 2025 | Director: Judith Colell | Spanish with English subtitles | 100 minutes\nDrama \nInspired by true events\, this gripping wartime drama is set in 1943 in a remote Spanish border village in the Pyrenees mountains.  In defiance of the Franco regime’s orders to seal the border to Jews fleeing Nazi-occupied France\, customs officer Manel Grau begins quietly aiding the desperate refugees in their quest for freedom. With the help of Juliana\, a courageous villager\, and Jérôme\, a French smuggler\, what starts as a solitary act of conscience soon becomes a growing network of silent resistance\, as they shepherd the refugees across the border via perilous and treacherous mountain passes. As suspicion rises and the regime closes in\, their clandestine mission threatens not only Manel’s own life but also the safety of his wife\, Mercè\, forcing them to confront old wounds from the still-recent Spanish Civil War – turning personal scars into a powerful act of resistance. Tense and heartfelt\, this stirring story sheds light on a little-known chapter of history where ordinary people chose bravery over silence. \nWinner: Best Film\, Best supporting Actress\, Audience Award\, Catalan Academy Awards 2026 \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/frontier/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Frontier-Horizontal-Art-clipped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T143000 DTSTAMP:20261013T161911Z CREATED:20261013T155831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T161911Z UID:10001740-1794747600-1794753000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Left Lane Straight DESCRIPTION:USA 2026 | Director: Caroline Kaye | English\, Greek & Ladino with English subtitles | 81 minutes\nDocumentary \nFilmed over 30 years\, this intimate and compelling documentary begins with a teenager’s search through her Sephardic Greek-Jewish family’s fragmented identity and turbulent history – from Holocaust survival to immigration – and morphs over time into an adult’s examination of the intersection of family\, history\, and identity. Filmmaker Caroline Kaye skillfully weaves together personal testimonies\, family lore\, recovered footage – and stunning embroidered artwork created by Caroline herself – alongside historical context spanning multiple exiles and migrations—from Medieval Spain to the Ottoman Empire to 1970s New York. Artistically creative and deeply personal\, Left Lane Straight traces the story of Sephardic Jews from Thessaloniki\, Greece – nearly erased during the Holocaust – and centers on Caroline’s “nona” (grandmother in Ladino)\, whose wartime escape through occupied Greece reshaped her life and family forever. \nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n  \n \nA small collection of Caroline Kaye’s EMBROIDERED ARTWORK will be on display. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/left-lane-straight/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Left-Lane-Straight-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T233000 DTSTAMP:20261013T155228Z CREATED:20261013T155228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T155228Z UID:10001739-1794691800-1794699000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Wedding Entertainer (The Tale of Moishe Badhan) DESCRIPTION:Israel/USA 2026 | Director: Gidi Dar | Hebrew & Yiddish with English subtitles | 103 minutes\nComedy/Drama \nMoishe Striker was once the most sought after “Badchan” (a Hasidic Jewish entertainer who MCs weddings) for Jerusalem’s most extravagant Hasidic weddings. But his personal struggles with alcohol have long since cost him both his reputation and livelihood. Now struggling to make ends meet\, he is in desperate need of money to pay for his only daughter’s wedding. When his childhood best friend\, who has become very wealthy while living in America\, returns to Jerusalem to host a lavish wedding for his son\, Moishe sees an opportunity to solve his financial woes and reclaim his former glory. This Israeli dramedy offers a rare and humorous glimpse into the Hasidic world through an entertaining and heartfelt modern-day tale of redemption\, in the tradition of Sholem Aleichem and Isaac Bashevis Singer. \nNominated for 12 Israeli Academy Awards including Best Film\, Best Actor\, Best Screenplay \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\nProudly sponsored by \nJERUSALEM FOUNDATION OF CANADA URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-wedding-entertainer-the-tale-of-moishe-badhan/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Wedding-EntertainerTale-of-Moishe-Badhan_KeyStill.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T211500 DTSTAMP:20261013T151218Z CREATED:20261013T151218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T151218Z UID:10001738-1794683700-1794690900@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Soundman DESCRIPTION:Belgium/Netherlands 2025 | Director: Frank Van Passel | Dutch with English subtitles | 118 minutes\nRomance/Drama \nSet in 1940 Belgium\, this lyrical and artistically innovative film is a profoundly moving and poetic love story about passion\, courage\, imagination\, and the pursuit of humanity amid an approaching storm. As Europe slides into war\, two lives cross paths at Brussels’ legendary Flagey Radio building\, the beating heart of Belgium’s national radio. Elza\, a young Jewish actress making her debut in radio drama\, meets Berre\, a gifted sound effects specialist with a magical ear. She is enchanted by the spell of storytelling; he finds solace in the mysterious power of sound. Amid growing fear as authorities begin deporting Jewish refugees to France\, their brief encounter sparks a tender love that defiantly dares to exist in a world about to fall silent under the weight of history – an enduring echo of hope amidst the darkness. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\nTHE DR. MARTHA COHEN MEMORIAL SCREENING \nProudly sponsored by \nDR. MARTHA COHEN BEQUEST \nBeth Tzedec Congregation URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-soundman/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Soundman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261109T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261109T200000 DTSTAMP:20261011T102950Z CREATED:20261011T102456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T102950Z UID:10001737-1794251700-1794254400@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:I Draw Them The Best I Can DESCRIPTION:Canada 2026 | Directors: Jamie Michaels & Liam Karp | English | 42 minutes\nDocumentary \nIn this very creative and beautifully crafted documentary\, filmmakers Jamie Michaels and Liam Karp sensitively tell the story of Canadian Holocaust survivor Adam Policzer. Only 5 years old when Germany invaded Hungary in 1944\, Adam was hidden by neighbours and watched from across the street as his family was taken away. After being denounced and discovered\, he began a remarkable journey of survival. While recounting his childhood memories and the inter-generational impact these experiences have had on his family\, the film explores how making art has helped Adam confront his traumatic past and find healing: His recently published memoir\, The House Across the Street\, uses Adam’s own hand-drawn images to tell his story – in comics form. \n  \nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nScreening of I Draw Them The Best I Can \nis open to the entire community\, at NO CHARGE\,  \nas part of our community-wide \nKRISTALLNACHT COMMEMORATION  \n  \nProudly co-sponsored by  \nCALGARY JEWISH FEDERATION  URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/i-draw-them-the-best-i-can/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/I-Draw-Them-Poster-Vertical-Final-CROPPED-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261109T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261109T163000 DTSTAMP:20261013T160656Z CREATED:20261013T160656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T160656Z UID:10001741-1794237300-1794241800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:We Met at Grossinger's DESCRIPTION:USA 2025 | Director: Paula Eiselt | English | 104 minutes\nDocumentary \nThis immersive documentary is a warm and nostalgic journey through the Jewish Catskills—once known as the Borscht Belt— told through the rise and fall of Grossinger’s\, its most iconic resort. Throughout decades when Jewish immigrants to America faced prejudice and exclusion from mainstream resorts\, clubs and other institutions\, the Borscht Belt provided an oasis of belonging for them – and Grossinger’s Resort and Hotel was the crown jewel. Built and run by three generations of trailblazing women\, led by formidable matriarch Jennie Grossinger\, the resort became a vibrant haven for Jews – and others from marginalized communities – and its growing reputation attracted a wide variety of comedians\, athletes\, and political figures\, including Mel Brooks\, Jerry Seinfeld\, Jackie Robinson\, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Through archival footage\, and interviews with Grossinger family members\, former employees\, guests\, and entertainers\, award-winning filmmaker Paula Eiselt celebrates the cultural richness of a now-vanished world that defined an era of Jewish–American life\, helped shape Jewish-American identity\, and left an indelible mark on American culture. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\n  \nProudly co-sponsored by the  \nJEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA  \nJay Joffe Memorial Program \n \n  \nThe Jay Joffe Memorial Program of the\n \nJEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA  \n \nThe Jay Joffe Memorial Program was launched by Jewish Historical Society of Southern Alberta (JHSSA) in 2009 to honour the memory of its long-serving founding president\, Jay Joffe (1931-2006).  This program is dedicated to promoting and featuring Jewish culture and history through activities such as lectures\, exhibits\, films or performances. \nThis year\, the directors of JHSSA are pleased to again be part of the Beth Tzedec Calgary Jewish Film Festival through the sponsorship of the film “We Met at Grossinger’s”\, an enlightening and entertaining documentary that reflects Jay Joffe’s passions for bringing the love of Jewish history and its preservation to the widest possible audience. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/we-met-at-grossingers/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Grossingers-Horizontal-Art.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T204500 DTSTAMP:20261013T152421Z CREATED:20261011T095634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T152421Z UID:10001736-1794165300-1794170700@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Where To? DESCRIPTION:Israel/Germany 2026 | Director: Assaf Machnes | English\, Arabic\, German & Hebrew with English subtitles | 95 minutes\nDrama \nThis delicate\, mildly humorous\, and touching drama unfolds in modern-day Berlin\, where Hassan\, a 55-year-old Palestinian Uber driver\, shuttles night owls from one party to the next in the city’s endless nights. One night\, Amir\, a 25-year-old Israeli who is exploring his identity far away from home\, stumbles into Hassan’s cab. Months later\, their paths cross for a second time when Amir\, by chance\, again ends up in Hassan’s back seat. As they repeatedly share late-night rides over a two-year period\, an unexpected kinship develops between them – two people who left everything behind\, moved to a foreign country\, and lost their way – and Hassan begins to recognize echoes of his own buried past – including the events that led him to leaving his homeland 30 years ago. \nWinner: Best Israeli Feature Film\, Jerusalem Int’l FF 2026 \nWinner: Best Script\, Best Actor (Ehab Salami)\, Jerusalem Int’l FF 2026 \nWinner: Best Actor (Ehab Salami)\, Israeli Academy Awards 2026 \nWinner: Best Supporting Actor (Ido Tako)\, Israeli Academy Awards 2026 \nNominated: 13 Israeli Academy Awards including Best Film\, Best Director\, Best Screenplay \n  \nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n  \nProudly sponsored by \nJERUSALEM FOUNDATION OF CANADA URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/where-to/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WHERE-TO.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T145000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T160000 DTSTAMP:20261011T094758Z CREATED:20261011T094758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T094758Z UID:10001735-1794149400-1794153600@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Sapiro v. Ford: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford DESCRIPTION:USA 2026 | Director: Gaylen Ross | English | 68 minutes\nDocumentary \nSapiro v. Ford tells the remarkable true story of Aaron Sapiro\, a young Jewish lawyer and labour organizer who dared to single-handedly take on one of America’s wealthiest and most powerful men—the notoriously antisemitic automobile titan\, Henry Ford. In the 1920s\, as Ford’s anti-Jewish publications virulently incited hatred across the nation\, Sapiro filed an unprecedented libel suit\, challenging the limits of hate speech long before such laws existed. From his humble beginnings in San Francisco to his becoming a leading advocate for farmers and cooperative reform across the US – and for the wheat cooperatives in western Canada as well – Sapiro’s life was a testament to courage\, vision\, and justice. This all-too-timely documentary brings to life a little-known chapter of American and Jewish history that resonates powerfully today\, when antisemitism is once again on the rise\, and the struggle to balance free speech with protection against hate continues. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\n\nProudly sponsored by \nTHE GUREVITCH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND \nSheila Gurevitch \nIllana & Henry Morton and Family \nDr. Darryl & Allison Gurevitch and Family \nDr. Jason & Cheryl Gurevitch and Family URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/sapiro-v-ford-the-jew-who-sued-henry-ford/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Sapiro-v.-Ford-Main-Title-courtesy-Michael-Rose-Productions-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T145000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T153000 DTSTAMP:20261011T094217Z CREATED:20261011T094217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T094217Z UID:10001734-1794149400-1794151800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Asset DESCRIPTION:USA/Israel 2026 | Director: Ravit Marcus | English | 32 minutes\nDocumentary Short  \nWhen a national tragedy coupled with the dying wish of a protégé compels American trauma surgeon Dr. Anna Goldenberg to bring elite trauma training to a warzone\, she embarks on a deeply personal mission that transcends bureaucracy\, borders\, and conflict. Motivated by her former protégé\, an Israeli doctor who is facing a battle of his own with metastatic cancer\, Goldenberg is determined to bring “Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma” — a cadaver-based course known simply as “ASSET” – to Israel. This inspiring documentary is a hopeful and deeply human story about mentorship\, collaboration\, and the universal commitment of healthcare professionals to save lives – and a reminder that each of us\, as individuals\, has the power to take action and make a difference in the world. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\n\nProudly sponsored by \nTHE GUREVITCH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND \nSheila Gurevitch \nIllana & Henry Morton and Family \nDr. Darryl & Allison Gurevitch and Family \nDr. Jason & Cheryl Gurevitch and Family URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-asset/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ASSET-2-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T145000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T150500 DTSTAMP:20261006T190708Z CREATED:20261006T190708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T190708Z UID:10001733-1794149400-1794150300@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Sacred Society DESCRIPTION:USA 2024 | Director: Benny Zelkowicz | English | 13 minutes\nDocumentary Short (Animation) \nIn the end\, our bodies are as fragile and ephemeral as paintings made of sand. Who will care for them when our time is over? THE SACRED SOCIETY is about the volunteers who clean and prepare and dress bodies for burial according to Jewish tradition – an exploration of why they choose this work and how it changes them. Illustrated with flowing\, haunting sand animation\, this documentary explores the importance of sacred ritual in helping us find meaning in our brief lives. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\nScreened in co-operation with the CHEVRA KADISHA OF CALGARY \n \n  \nProudly sponsored by \nTHE GUREVITCH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND \nSheila Gurevitch \nIllana & Henry Morton and Family \nDr. Darryl & Allison Gurevitch and Family \nDr. Jason & Cheryl Gurevitch and Family URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-sacred-society/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Sacred-Society-Around_Table.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261108T143000 DTSTAMP:20261006T183817Z CREATED:20261006T183817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T183817Z UID:10001732-1794142800-1794148200@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Dust Bowls and Jewish Souls: Another Side of Woody Guthrie DESCRIPTION:USA 2026 | Director: Steven Pressman | English | 89 minutes\nDocumentary \nWhat does Woody Guthrie\, the legendary American folk singer and songwriter\, have in common with blintzes\, knishes and Hanukkah songs?  While many know him as the quintessential Dust Bowl balladeer from Oklahoma who wrote the iconic song “This Land Is Your Land\,” few are aware that Jewish culture had a hand in shaping Guthrie’s private life and career. Drawing on a wealth of archival footage and audio recordings\, alongside invaluable insight from collaborators\, contemporaries\, and family – including children Arlo and Nora Guthrie – director Steven Pressman (50 Children: The Rescue Mission of Mr. and Mrs. Kraus; The Levys of Monticello; Moses Ezekiel: Portrait of a Lost Artist) explores the unexpected connection between Guthrie and Jewish culture\, highlighting Guthrie’s moving relationship with his mother-in-law\, prominent Yiddish poet Aliza Greenblatt\, and the impact she had on his life and songwriting. \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\n\nProudly sponsored by \nTHE ARLEINz”l and DOVz”l CHETNER FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND \nThe family of Arleinz”l and Dovz”l Chetner URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/dust-bowls-and-jewish-souls-another-side-of-woody-guthrie/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dust-Bowls-Horizontal-Art.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T213000 DTSTAMP:20261006T172217Z CREATED:20261006T172146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T172217Z UID:10001731-1794079800-1794087000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Our Loves DESCRIPTION:Israel 2026 | Director: Avi Nesher | Hebrew\, Arabic with English Subtitles | 117 minutes\nDrama \nNominated for 12 Israeli Academy Awards\, and inspired by true events\, this latest film from acclaimed Israeli writer-director Avi Nesher (Turn Left at the End of the World\, The Secrets\, The Matchmaker\, The Other Story\, The Monkey House) is a moving and ultimately uplifting drama set around October 7th – a film about love\, family\, resilience and the extraordinary humanity people discover in moments of adversity and crisis. Nesher weaves together the stories of an ensemble of individual characters – ordinary men and women – each trapped in a failing relationship\, and convinced they are living the worst day of their lives. They cannot imagine that within hours\, their own personal despair will be overshadowed by a national catastrophe of inconceivable scale. \nOver the course of a single harrowing day\, faced with fear\, loss\, and impossible choices\, each of them will be forced to confront unresolved wounds\, buried guilt\, and the painful distance between who they are and who they hoped to become. In the face of great danger and collective trauma\, they will each discover the possibility of personal repair\, redemption\, and perhaps\, even the chance to begin again. \nNominated: 12 Israeli Academy Awards including Best Picture\, Best Director\, Best Screenplay \n  \n\nClick Here to Purchase Your Festival Passes   Click Here for the Complete Festival Schedule\n\n  URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/our-loves/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:Film Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/OURLOVES_01_CREDIT_AmitYasur-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T210000 DTSTAMP:20260826T001140Z CREATED:20260826T001140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T001140Z UID:10001730-1787859000-1787864400@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:What's Rabbi Reading? The Beth Tzedec Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for lively conversation\, good company\, and great food as we explore Jewish literature together. For the final session of the 2025-2026 program\, we’ll be discussing potential books to dive into for the new year. \n\n\n \n \n Book Club Registration\n Please register once for each session you plan to join. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)There is NO CHARGE to join Beth Tzedec's Book Club. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support learning programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n Price(Required)\n \n \n Submit URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/whats-rabbi-reading-the-beth-tzedec-book-club-9/ LOCATION:Masala Art\, 2515 90 Ave SW #123\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2V 0L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTSTAMP:20260723T170131Z CREATED:20260723T165838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T170131Z UID:10001729-1786060800-1786147199@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Deadline for Yizkor Book Submissions DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/family-shabbat-dinner-2-2/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260605T182339Z CREATED:20260526T205349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T182339Z UID:10001727-1782415800-1782421200@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:What's Rabbi Reading? The Beth Tzedec Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for lively conversation\, good company\, and great food as we explore Jewish literature together. In June\, we’ll be discussing Songs for the Broken Hearted by Ayelet Tsabari. \nIn this powerful debut novel\, award-winning author Ayelet Tsabari weaves together family secrets\, love\, loss\, and identity across generations and continents. Moving between 1950s Israel and 1990s New York\, the story follows Zohara\, a Yemeni Israeli woman returning home after her mother’s death\, where she uncovers long-buried truths about her family\, her heritage\, and herself. \nRichly layered and emotionally resonant\, Songs for the Brokenhearted examines the experiences of Yemeni Jewish immigrants in Israel\, the tensions between tradition and reinvention\, and the complicated bonds between mothers and daughters. Join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation about this moving and deeply human novel. \n\n \n \n Book Club Registration\n Please register once for each session you plan to join. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)There is NO CHARGE to join Beth Tzedec's Book Club. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support learning programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n Price(Required)\n \n \n Submit URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/whats-rabbi-reading-the-beth-tzedec-book-club-8/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T182507Z CREATED:20260604T190546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T182507Z UID:10001728-1781244000-1781298000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Interfaith Shabbat Dinner DESCRIPTION:The Calgary Council of Christians and Jews (CCCJ) invites members of the Beth Tzedec community aged 18 and over to join an Interfaith Shabbat Dinner with members of the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Redeemer\, on Friday\, June 12. Join the Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6:00pm\, followed by dinner at 7:00pm in the Skylight Lounge. \nDinner will be followed by a presentation on “Scriptural Reasoning” by Rabbi Russell Jayne and Dean Chris Dowdeswell\, with the opportunity for table discussion over dessert. \nRegistration for this event has now closed. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/interfaith-shabbat-dinner/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260526T152931Z CREATED:20260526T152931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T152931Z UID:10001726-1780826400-1780833600@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:The Shmooze Live ft. Warren Kinsella DESCRIPTION:Podcasters Don Shapira and Jared Shore from The Schmooze are hosting a live event with special guest Warren Kinsella\, who will be speaking about his new book\, The Hidden Hand. Light beverage and snack will be provided. \nWarren Kinsella is a bestselling author\, lawyer\, journalist\, political strategist\, and veteran punk rocker whose work has explored politics\, extremism\, media\, and public opinion for more than three decades. A former columnist for the Calgary Herald and Ottawa Citizen and now a national columnist for Postmedia\, Kinsella is also known for influential books including Unholy Alliances\, Web of Hate\, Fight the Right\, and The War Room. He served as chief strategist for Jean Chrétien’s victorious 1993 federal election campaign and has remained one of Canada’s most prominent political commentators and consultants. His new book\, The Hidden Hand\, examines the global propaganda war against Israel and the West and the ways misinformation and influence campaigns shape public discourse today. \nClick here to register. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/the-shmooze-live-ft-warren-kinsella/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Untitled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T201422Z CREATED:20260427T200613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T201422Z UID:10001725-1779996600-1780002000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:What’s Rabbi Reading? The Beth Tzedec Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us each month at Masala Art for lively conversation\, good company\, and great food as we explore Jewish literature together. The Beth Tzedec Book Club is open to all who love reading and discussing stories\, history\, and ideas through a Jewish lens. This month\, our discussion will be led by Holly Shifrah. \nWe’ll be reading selected stories from Burning Girls and Other Stories by Veronica Schanoes. \nIn this striking debut collection\, Schanoes blends folklore\, history\, and fantasy to illuminate the lives of fierce\, complex women navigating the margins of society. Her stories are richly imagined and unflinching\, weaving together figures like Emma Goldman and Baba Yaga\, alongside original characters confronting injustice\, loss\, and transformation. With prose that is at once lyrical and razor-sharp\, these stories challenge readers to reckon with difficult truths while drawing on the deep roots of myth and storytelling. \nFor our discussion\, we will focus on three standout pieces: \n\n“Among the Thorns”\n“Emma Goldman Takes Tea with the Baba Yaga”\n“Burning Girls” (also available here)\n\nTogether\, these works offer a compelling entry point into Schanoes’s unique voice—one that is haunting\, urgent\, and unforgettable. \nContent Warning:Please note that this collection engages with mature and potentially distressing subject matter\, including sexual assault\, self-harm\, addiction\, mental illness\, suicide\, and explicit language. Readers are encouraged to approach with care. \nWhether you’re drawn to literary fiction\, folklore-inspired storytelling\, or bold new voices\, this promises to be a rich and meaningful conversation. All are welcome. \n\n \n \n Book Club Registration\n Please register once for each session you plan to join. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)There is NO CHARGE to join Beth Tzedec's Book Club. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support learning programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n Price(Required)\n \n \n Submit URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/whats-rabbi-reading-the-beth-tzedec-book-club-7/ LOCATION:Masala Art\, 2515 90 Ave SW #123\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2V 0L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260524T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260524T113000 DTSTAMP:20260226T162319Z CREATED:20250801T165243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T162319Z UID:10001716-1779618600-1779622200@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Judaism 201 DESCRIPTION:Ready to go deeper in your Jewish learning? Judaism 201 is an adult education series with Rabbi Russ designed for those who want to explore the richness of our heritage and religious tradition. \nThis year’s program will guide learners through some of Judaism’s most fascinating texts and practices\, including Sefer Yetzirah (The Book of Formation)\, an introduction to Talmud\, Sefer Bahir (The Book of Illumination)\, and an introduction to Jewish prayer. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge\, engage with timeless wisdom\, or connect more deeply with Jewish life\, Judaism 201 offers a meaningful path forward. \nKindly register in advance so that we know you’re coming! \n\n \n \n Judaism 201 Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Are you a current Beth Tzedec member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, my membership is current for the 2025-26 year.\n \n \n \n No\, I'm not a current Beth Tzedec member.\n Non-Member Tuition\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n There is NO CHARGE for members to participate in these exciting classes. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support educational programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n How much would you like to contribute?\n \n Total\n \n \n Proceed to Paypal URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/judaism-201-2/2026-05-24/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T185924Z CREATED:20260427T175848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T185924Z UID:10001724-1779383700-1779400800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Erev Shavuot Dinner and Tikkun Leil DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Shavuot with an evening of great food\, meaningful learning\, and vibrant community—this year under the theme “Broadcast from Sinai.” \n5:15pm Dinner | 6:00pm Erev Shavuot Service | 6:30pm Dessert | 7:00pm Learning Sessions Begin \nJoin us for a festive Shavuot Dinner followed by our Tikkun Leil\, as we tune in to voices of Torah\, tradition\, and creativity “broadcasting” across time from Sinai to today. Whether you stay for one session or immerse yourself late into the evening\, there’s something here to spark curiosity\, reflection\, and connection. \nTikkun Leil Learning Sessions include: \n\nRabbi Russell G. Jayne – Who Wants to Be a Minyanaire?: A Deep Dive on Leading ServicesStep into the role of service leader and discover the rhythms\, rules\, and meaning behind our communal prayer.\nRabbi Mark Glickman – The Rabbi’s Speech: Moses Becomes a Man of WordsFrom hesitant speaker to enduring voice—explore Moses’ transformation and the power of finding one’s message.\nHolly Shifrah – Reading Rainbow: Queer Jewish LiteratureTune in to the rich\, diverse voices of queer Jewish writers and the stories that shape identity and belonging.\nDebra Carnat – Tapestry: Jewish MeditationFind your frequency through Jewish mindfulness practices\, weaving ancient wisdom into modern spiritual life.\nLorie Abernethy – Jewish Quirks and QuarksA curious and playful broadcast exploring the unexpected intersections of Jewish thought\, culture\, and science.\n\nCome for the learning\, stay for the cheesecake—and be part of a Shavuot experience that nourishes both body and soul\, live from Sinai. \nPlease note that registration for our Shavuot dinner has now closed. But everyone is still welcome to join us for our Shavuot service\, dessert and evening of learning. \n  \n\n \n \n Erev Shavuot Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Unfortunately\, registration for our Shavuout dinner has now closed. Please hit the button below to confirm that you're aware that you are registering for the service and Tikkun Leil.(Required)\n \n \n I'm just interested in registering for the after-dinner learning.\n \nAttendee Information\nHow many ADULT (13+) CONGREGANTS would you like to register? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 20.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) of each adult congregant that you are registering.How many ADULT (13+) GUESTS would you like to register? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 25.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) of each adult guest that you are registering.How many CONGREGANT CHILDREN (Ages 5-12) would you like to register? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 15.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) and age(s) of each congregant aged 5-12 that you are registering.How many GUEST CHILDREN (ages 5-12) would you like to register? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 20.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) and age(s) of each guest aged 5-12 that you are registering.How many YOUNG CHILDREN (ages 4 and under) would you like to register? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 0.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) and age(s) of each guest 4 and under that you are registering.Please share the names and ages of everyone you're registering for the learning portion of the evening. Use the + button on the right to add more rows.NameAge  Add Remove\nSupporting Holiday Events\n\nEvents like this are a critical part of bringing our community together\, but they wouldn't be possible without the support of our members and guests. Would you like to make an OPTIONAL donation to help support holiday programs at Beth Tzedec?\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support holiday programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n How much would you like to contribute?\n \n Total\n \n \n PROCEED TO PAYPAL URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/erev-shavuot-dinner-and-tikkun-leil/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T152950Z CREATED:20260312T190334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T152950Z UID:10001720-1778155200-1778162400@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Hazak Lunch & Learn: A Survivor's Story DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Hazak Lunch & Learn\, featuring guest speakers on a variety of engaging topics. Enjoy a delicious meal while expanding your knowledge and connecting with the community. Each session offers fresh insights and lively discussions. Don’t miss this enriching lunchtime experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis May\, we’ll be joined by Sahbra Anna Markus—one of the youngest survivors of the Warsaw Ghetto\, and among the last living witnesses to its history. Known in later years as a vibrant Tel Aviv performer\, Sahbra brings a remarkable life story that spans unimaginable hardship and extraordinary resilience. In this unforgettable presentation\, she shares her childhood memories of the Holocaust\, reflections from her memoir Only a Bad Dream?\, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Through storytelling that is both candid and compelling\, Sahbra invites us to bear witness\, remember\, and carry these vital stories forward. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Hazak Lunch & Learn\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneWhich session are you registering for?Thursday\, May 7 — Sahbra Anna MarkusWe're always looking for new speakers who want to teach us about their work or passions. Is there anyone you think we should reach out to for an upcoming session?\nHow many CONGREGANTS would you like to register for our Lunch & Learn? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 15.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) of each CONGREGANT that you are registering.\nHow many GUESTS would you like to register for our Lunch & Learn? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 20.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Please share the name(s) of each GUEST that you are registering.\nNot up for lunch? How many people would you like to register just to LEARN? Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $ 5.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n All attendees are welcome to join us for drinks and desserts.Please share the name(s) of each person that you are registering for Just Learning (with beverages and dessert).\nDoes anyone in your party have dietary or allergy concerns that we should know about?\nIf learning programs like this are important to you\, please consider making a contribution to support similar initiatives at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to make a contribution to support learning programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n How much would you like to contribute?\n \n Total\n \n \n Submit URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/hazak-lunch-learn/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T210000 DTSTAMP:20260505T180510Z CREATED:20260414T210317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T180510Z UID:10001723-1778004000-1778014800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Lag Ba'Omer Dinner DESCRIPTION:6:00pm Service | 6:30pm Dinner \nCelebrate the joy and warmth of Lag Ba’Omer with a festive community dinner! Join us for an evening of delicious food\, great company\, and meaningful connection as we mark this special day in the Jewish calendar—a time of unity\, resilience\, and light. Enjoy a relaxed\, family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\, as we come together to share a meal\, build community\, and celebrate the spirit of the season. We look forward to celebrating with you! \nRegistration for this event has now closed. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/lag-baomer-dinner/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260503T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T163239Z CREATED:20260428T163239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T163239Z UID:10001715-1777802400-1777806000@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Judaism 201 DESCRIPTION:Please note the 10:00am start time for this week’s class. \nReady to go deeper in your Jewish learning? Judaism 201 is an adult education series with Rabbi Russ designed for those who want to explore the richness of our heritage and religious tradition. \nThis year’s program will guide learners through some of Judaism’s most fascinating texts and practices\, including Sefer Yetzirah (The Book of Formation)\, an introduction to Talmud\, Sefer Bahir (The Book of Illumination)\, and an introduction to Jewish prayer. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge\, engage with timeless wisdom\, or connect more deeply with Jewish life\, Judaism 201 offers a meaningful path forward. \nKindly register in advance so that we know you’re coming! \n\n \n \n Judaism 201 Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Are you a current Beth Tzedec member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, my membership is current for the 2025-26 year.\n \n \n \n No\, I'm not a current Beth Tzedec member.\n Non-Member Tuition\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n There is NO CHARGE for members to participate in these exciting classes. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support educational programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n How much would you like to contribute?\n \n Total\n \n \n Proceed to Paypal URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/judaism-201-2-3/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T114644Z CREATED:20260331T035434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114644Z UID:10001722-1777577400-1777582800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:What’s Rabbi Reading? The Beth Tzedec Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us each month at Masala Art for lively conversation\, good company\, and great food as we explore Jewish literature together. The Beth Tzedec Book Club is open to all who love reading and discussing stories\, history\, and ideas through a Jewish lens. \nThis April\, we’ll be reading The Gates of Gaza: A Story of Betrayal\, Survival\, and Hope in Israel’s Borderlands by Amir Tibon. \nThis National Jewish Book Award Winner recounts one family’s terrifying experience during the October 7\, 2023 attacks\, when Tibon\, his wife\, and their young daughters were trapped in their home near Gaza while his parents raced across the country to rescue them. Blending this deeply personal story with historical and political context\, the book explores the long-standing tensions\, systemic failures\, and human realities on both sides of the border—offering a powerful portrait of survival\, community\, and the fragile hope for peace. \n\n \n \n Book Club Registration\n Please register once for each session you plan to join. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)There is NO CHARGE to join Beth Tzedec's Book Club. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support learning programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n Price(Required)\n \n \n Submit URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/whats-rabbi-reading-the-beth-tzedec-book-club-6/ LOCATION:Masala Art\, 2515 90 Ave SW #123\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2V 0L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260426T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T161956Z CREATED:20260428T161955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T161956Z UID:10001714-1777197600-1777201200@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Judaism 201 DESCRIPTION:Please note the 10:00am start time for this week’s class. \nReady to go deeper in your Jewish learning? Judaism 201 is an adult education series with Rabbi Russ designed for those who want to explore the richness of our heritage and religious tradition. \nThis year’s program will guide learners through some of Judaism’s most fascinating texts and practices\, including Sefer Yetzirah (The Book of Formation)\, an introduction to Talmud\, Sefer Bahir (The Book of Illumination)\, and an introduction to Jewish prayer. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge\, engage with timeless wisdom\, or connect more deeply with Jewish life\, Judaism 201 offers a meaningful path forward. \nKindly register in advance so that we know you’re coming! \n\n \n \n Judaism 201 Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Are you a current Beth Tzedec member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, my membership is current for the 2025-26 year.\n \n \n \n No\, I'm not a current Beth Tzedec member.\n Non-Member Tuition\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n There is NO CHARGE for members to participate in these exciting classes. But if Jewish learning is a priority to you\, please consider making an optional donation to help support programs like this at Beth Tzedec.(Required)\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to help support educational programs at Beth Tzedec.\n \n \n \n Not today\, but maybe another time.\n Thank you for your support! How much would you like to contribute?(Required)\n \n \n $18\n \n \n \n $36\n \n \n \n $54\n \n \n \n I would like to choose my own contribution amount.\n How much would you like to contribute?\n \n Total\n \n \n Proceed to Paypal URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/judaism-201-2-2/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T155117Z CREATED:20260417T155117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T155117Z UID:10001624-1776447000-1776457800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Family Shabbat Dinner DESCRIPTION:Bring your whole family together for an unforgettable Friday night filled with music\, laughter\, and community spirit! \nAt 5:30pm\, jump into an interactive Shabbat service with singing\, games\, and stories that will have kids (and grown-ups!) smiling from ear to ear. Then at 6:00pm\, we’ll gather around the table for a mouthwatering\, shul-cooked dinner—because Shabbat tastes better when we share it together. \nMore than a meal\, it’s a night of connection\, joy\, and Shabbat magic. \nRegistration for our April Dinner has now closed. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/family-shabbat-dinner-8/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethtzedec.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/family-shabbat-dinner1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T213000 DTSTAMP:20260325T184348Z CREATED:20260325T172735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T184348Z UID:10001721-1776108600-1776115800@bethtzedec.ca SUMMARY:Community Yom Hashoah Commemoration DESCRIPTION:Following the commemorative service at the Paperny Family JCC\, join us for a meaningful and reflective community Yom HaShoah Commemoration as we come together to remember the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and to honour the resilience of survivors. \nThrough readings\, music\, and candle lighting\, we will create space for memory\, mourning\, and collective responsibility. This solemn gathering offers an opportunity to bear witness\, to ensure that the stories of those who perished are never forgotten\, and to reaffirm our commitment to combating hatred and antisemitism in all its forms. \nAll are welcome to attend as we stand together in remembrance and reflection. URL:https://bethtzedec.ca/event/community-yom-hashoah-commemoration/ LOCATION:Beth Tzedec CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR