In honour of our dear Friend Josh Raizman, we will miss you dearly.
1. Passover Hook-Up
If you or someone you know needs a place for a Passover Seder either night or the second Yom Tov, Passover Shopping or Matzah Deliver please don't hesitate to let me or Ross Diamond (director@hillelottawa.ca) know ASAP and we will hook you up.
2. The Great Canadian Theatre Company (GCTC) Presents: East of Berlin
This is a highly acclaimed play by Montreal's own Hannah Moscovitch.
When: Shows daily until April 8
Where: Great Canadian Theatre Company (CGCT) (1233 Wellington St)
Cost: Special reduced ticket prices available; for discounted tickets call (613) 236-5196 or visit http://www.gctc.ca/plays/season11-12/east-of-berlin and use the Promo Code "Jewish Federation".
3. jnet Casual Events Presents: Karate and Kickboxing for Knishes
Learn some basic martial arts and self defense skills. Our own Karate guru, Jason Goldrosen, will be leading this session in an active, fun and positive setting: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/357242357640535/
When: Sunday, April 15, 1:30-2:30
Where: JCC (21 Nadolny Sachs Private)
Bring: Active wear, a positive attitude and willingness to sweat and have fun!
Cost: Free to attend
4. Summer Sports Teams
Get out and get active this summer. The following OSSC teams are filling up fast. Email Sam Banks (sbanks@jewishottawa.com) by April 15th to reserve a spot on the team. All skill levels are welcome.
-Softball (Wed nights)
-Soccer (Mon nights)
-Ultimate Frisbee (Sun nights)
-Dodge Ball (Tues nights)
5. Yom Ha'Atzmaut Party
Raise a waving flag in honour of Israel’s 64th Independence Day.
When: Thursday, April 26, doors open at 5pm
Where: CE Centre (4899 Uplands Drive)
Cost: Free
6. jnet Elections
If you would like to get involved in planning awesome parties and meeting amazing people, consider joining the jnet executive team for the upcoming year. Please contact Tamara Fathi (tfathi29@yahoo.com) or myself. Election will be held on April 29.
The following positions are available:
-Chair
-Treasurer
-Casual events coordinator
-Sponsorship lead
-Creative productions specialist
-Marketing and communications officer
7. jnet Casual Events Presents: jnet does Veg Fest
Join us on an afternoon at the 4th annual Ottawa Veg Fest. The Veg Fest is run by the National Capital Vegetarian Association (NCVA) with the mandate to educate and promote healthy lifestyle choices by focusing on locally produced food and products. There will be food tastings, workshops, chef presentations, and exhibitions. Free sample and product information available throughout the day to promote businesses or organizations.
When: Sunday April 29, 2012 *Meet at 1pm*
Where: Glebe Community Centre (175 Third Avenue)
Cost: Free
8. CJPAC's Montreal ACTION Party
The Montreal ACTION Party has become a cornerstone of the Quebec Jewish social calendar, bringing together hundreds of our community's most successful young professionals with a multitude of politicians from all levels of government to celebrate political engagement in a fun and chic setting.
When: Thurs May 17
Including: Open bar, DJ, live entertainment, sumptuous appetizers & desserts
Cost: $60 in advance
**Transportation in a coach bus from Ottawa is included in the price.
Places on the bus will sell out quickly. For tickets email: julien@juliennewman.ca
9. Hebrew I and II Course at Carleton University this Summer (see poster for more information)
Registration begins May 1. Contact the Department of Religion at 613-520-2100
10. Shabbat Dinner Parties
Community members have opened their homes to grad students and young professionals interested in having an amazing Friday night dinner with like-minded individuals. The conversations will be wild, the food will be amazing and all you have to do is show up! The beauty of this night is in your hands. Contact me or Sam Banks (sbanks@jewishottawa.com) to match you with the perfect family.
11. Ten Yad of Ottawa
Ten Yad is a volunteer driven initiative that aims to relieve stress on community members in times of challenging circumstances. If you'd like to "lend a hand" or for more information visit: http://www.tenyad.ca/
12. TED Talk
Our devices and online personas are redefining human connection and communication -- Sherry Turkle asks us to think deeply about the new kinds of connection we want to have:
13. Ottawa Events: Eating, Partying, Lounging, Gallering, and much much more
Couch Assassins: http://couchassassin.com/
Apt 613: http://apt613.ca/
