Okanagan Jewish Community Centre
102 Snowsell Street V1V 2E2 Kelowna, BC, Canada

An absolutely spectacular day for the 22nd Annual OJC Golf Classic!

NEXT SERVICES - RABBI CANDIDATE VISIT The OJCA Executive Board and Rabbinic Search Committee are delighted to announce the upcoming visit of rabbinic candidate, Rabbi Jeffrey Lipschultz! We encourage all of our members to attend this important Shabbat weekend, to meet the rabbi and Introduce him to the OJC.... ABOUT THE RABBI Ordained privately in Israel and again at the Academy of Jewish Religion (California), Rabbi Lipschultz has built a 17-year career leading small congregations throughout the United States. Shuls in California, New Jersey, and Illinois have benefited from from his diverse approach to Judaism and his commitment to the community. Equally at ease on the bimah, in the classroom, and one-on-one, Rabbi Lipschultz can readily adapt his knowledge and advice to meet his congregants’ needs. He is passionate about growing the Jewish community within a 21st century framework, and is also very involved in building strong interfaith connections. Rabbi Lipschultz brings enthusiasm and innovation to both of these endeavours. The rabbi and his wife, Naomi, are the proud parents of three young sons, Ari, Alex, and Asher. Originally from the Southwest, they are excited about the opportunities for four-season adventure that our beautiful Okanagan affords! Please join your fellow OJC members in welcoming Rabbi Lipschultz to Kelowna! Let's show him the beautiful and unique community that grows here.

Monday, July 1, 2019 - Folkfest at Prospera Place. Come around and visit the OJC food booth and enjoy smoked meat sandwiches prepared by Mtl delicatessen , Kelowna. Be sure to see our dancers Ruach performing on stage!

WESTJET TICKET RAFFLE Help support the OJCA, and YOU COULD WIN one roundtrip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled and marketed WestJet destination*! ONLY $10 PER TICKET... (*No cash value. Blackout dates and restrictions apply.) COPY and PASTE this link to PURCHASE TICKETS: https://ojcc.wufoo.com/forms/s1l2dms71t83wyr/ Draw will take place at the OJC Golf Classic on Sunday July 21, 2019 at the Harvest Golf Course. You do NOT have to be present at draw to win. Prize includes all base air travel fees, taxes and surcharges. For further information, or to request a book of tickets to sell, contact David Spevakow or Mark Golbey. Mark Golbey 250-868-1782 or [email protected] David Spevakow 250-317-5283 or [email protected] The Fine Print: - Add-ons such as checked baggage or cabin upgrades are NOT included. - Valid on any regularly scheduled WestJet marketed and operated flight - Not valid for redemption on WestJet Vacations’ packages, interline, code-share or charter flights. - All bookings and travel must be completed within one year from the date of the event. - Voucher is limited and subject to promotional space availability of eligible fare options and flight schedule. Not all flights have promotional space. - Flights must be roundtrip to and from the same locations. - Both guests must travel together on the same itinerary, dates and flights. - Voucher cannot be used on some dates, including statutory holidays and peak travel dates. - Only 1000 tickets Available - BC Gaming Event License: S0018623 See more

NEXT SERVICES - RABBI CANDIDATE VISIT The OJCA Executive Board and Rabbinic Search Committee are delighted to announce the upcoming visit of rabbinic candidate, Rabbi Jeffrey Lipschultz! We encourage all of our members to attend this important Shabbat weekend, to meet the rabbi and Introduce him to the OJC.... ABOUT THE RABBI Ordained privately in Israel and again at the Academy of Jewish Religion (California), Rabbi Lipschultz has built a 17-year career leading small congregations throughout the United States. Shuls in California, New Jersey, and Illinois have benefited from from his diverse approach to Judaism and his commitment to the community. Equally at ease on the bimah, in the classroom, and one-on-one, Rabbi Lipschultz can readily adapt his knowledge and advice to meet his congregants’ needs. He is passionate about growing the Jewish community within a 21st century framework, and is also very involved in building strong interfaith connections. Rabbi Lipschultz brings enthusiasm and innovation to both of these endeavours. The rabbi and his wife, Naomi, are the proud parents of three young sons, Ari, Alex, and Asher. Originally from the Southwest, they are excited about the opportunities for four-season adventure that our beautiful Okanagan affords! Please join your fellow OJC members in welcoming Rabbi Lipschultz to Kelowna! Let's show him the beautiful and unique community that grows here.

Taste of Home 2019 Respect Network shared a link to the event: . What do cheese knish, kimchi, fritule, arepas, gelato and bannock have in common? They are some of the foods available for sampling at the Taste of Home on Saturday, February 2 at Mainstreet Centre (2041 Harvey Ave) from 5:30 8:30 pm. There will also be jerk chicken, bubble tea, tacos, falafel, dolmathes and much more. Small plates of delicious flavours from around the world are just part of the fun of this gr...eat family event: the stage also features performers showcasing traditional songs and dances from their culture. From Mexican Folklore to Indian Bhangra, West African Dancing, Scottish Highlands, Ukrainian Poltava, Chinese Lion dancers and more, performers will wow audiences with bright colourful costumes and fabulous musical traditions. Taste authentic flavours. Experience traditions in song and dance. Over 30 cultural groups will be participating and it’s the perfect time to meet people from around the world and learn about the culture and crafts of their homeland. The event also features a Living Library Dialogue Circle, where performers exchange stories that share the cultural meanings and histories of their art form. Taste of Home kicks off a series of Global Citizen Events in the Central Okanagan that will run through February. More info available at www.globalcitizenevents.com. GLOBALCITIZENKELOWNA.ORG Global Citizen Kelowna Founded by local community leaders in 2003, Global Citizen Events is an annual initiative that promotes the UN Sustainable Development Goals and celebrates the impact Okanagan citizens have in global and local humanitarian efforts

UPCOMING SERVICE SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 2019 10:00am - Shabbat Services led by Evan Orloff *Dairy Potluck Luncheon following... TU B’SHVAT SEDER led by Barb Pullan Sunday, January 20, 2019 3:00pm 5:00pm *Details to follow

COFFEE, CAKE AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY Episode #2 is scheduled for Sunday, December 9th starting at 7 pm sharp at the Okanagan Jewish Community Centre in North Glenmore. Our Speaker will be Mr. Murray Oppertshauser, a retired Canadian diplomat who has served overseas in various postings of the Canadian Foreign Service. He will speak on his experiences as an overseas diplomat, with particular reference to the processing of the Vietnam Boat Refugees into Canada during his po...sting at the embassy in Bangkok. This will certainly be a fascinating topic. Don’t forget, these sessions are cultural and educational, along with a heavy dose of socializing plus coffee and cake. An interesting and informative way to spend a Sunday Evening! Please come out to enjoy each other’s company, learn and share some cake.

Movie night update: Dear Friends, Quick reminder to bring cash tomorrow for tickets and wine. Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are included with your ticket.... Click below to read a great article in the Daily Courier and wonderful interviews on CBC DayBreak and Okanagan Valley Radio with our special guest Gregory Sherman. DayBreak (interview begins at 2:18:00): https://www.cbc.ca/listen/shows/daybreak-south Daily Courier: http://www.kelownadailycourier.ca//article_6c15714a-e188-1 Okanagan Valley Radio: https://drive.google.com//1ubOhu5frjuRtyyEv--OEo9Bg1/view Gregory’s next interview will be live with Phil Johnson on AM1150 Thursday morning at 6:50am See you tomorrow: Thursday November 8 Okanagan College S104 Reception 6:30 Movie 7:30 RSVP at OJCC.CA

Thank-you so much for the kind words of support expressed to the Okanagan Jewish Community. Although a horrendous event, it is the sympathetic and supportive words that gives us strength to deal with the tragedy. United together and with God’s help, we will all be able to survive these events, and grow stronger together. Thank-you again, Steven Finkleman... President, Okanagan Jewish Community Kelowna

Welcome to the first presentation of coffee, cake and cultural anthropology which is scheduled for Sunday, October 28th starting at 7 pm sharp at the Okanagan Jewish Community Centre in North Glenmore. This is one of several presentations this year to highlight different cultural groups (some Jewish, some not) around the world, The evenings are meant to be social gatherings of the Okanagan Jewish community, getting to know one another and at the same time enjoying and lea...rning about these cultural experiences. Our first presentation entitled journey to Gondar shares my experiences meeting with the remaining Jewish community in Gondar, Ethiopia. Please come out to enjoy each other’s company, learn and share some cake! Thanks, Steven and Barb Finkleman

Dinner and services this weekend with a Cantor Russ: Friday, October 19, 2018 6:00 pm - Community Potluck Shabbat Dinner (Please bring sufficient for yourself & others. Fish would be welcomed)... Shabbat Services following at 7pm led by Cantor Russ Saturday, October 20, 2018 10:00am - Morning Services led by Cantor Russ Dairy Potluck Luncheon following (Please bring sufficient for yourself & others) (Fish would be welcomed) Friday, November 9, 2018 6:00 pm - Community Potluck Shabbat Dinner followed by Shabbat Services led by Cantor Russ Saturday, November 10, 2018 10:00am - Morning Services led by Cantor Russ Dairy Potluck Luncheon following

The OJC Film Series Presents: a Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious movie event. "The Boys" Special guest: Director Gregory Sherman... Date: Thursday November 8, 2018 Time: Reception begins: 6:30pm Movie Start Time: 7:30pm MOVIE TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcL8dg5evUE Location: Okanagan College Theatre Room (S104) Ticket info: Price: $10.00 Includes: movie, light snacks, coffee/tea Cash bar for Wine/Prosecco will be available. ***RSVP here: https://ojcc.wufoo.com/forms/r1ffq90f1uhxvoc/ or call: 250-862-2305 (Must RSVP. All Tickets available at the door.) The Okanagan Jewish Community Association presents An Evening with The Boys This 2009 documentary tells the story of the Sherman Brothers (Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman) -- the most prolific songwriting duo in Hollywood history, composing many of the world’s best-known and best-loved songs. For more than 60 years and over 50 films, this sensational songwriting team collaborated to create Academy and Grammy award-winning music for stage, screen, theme parks, and the hit parade. Hired and mentored personally by Walt Disney, the Shermans' musical style was accordingly family-friendly, happy, and hopeful. The classic scores of Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and the ubiquitous song, It's a Small World (After All) are among the cornerstones of their enduring legacy. Behind the scenes, however, the Sherman boys were infinitely more complex. Their creative genius was borne of a surprising and longstanding estrangement. Narrated by the brothers, the film is filled with beloved favourite songs and stories, and a cavalcade of brilliant actors and musicians that they inspired. Produced and directed by their sons, Gregory and Jeff Sherman, this film explores the drama behind the magic. Join filmmaker Gregory Sherman for an interesting and informative discussion following the screening. OJC Film Series The Boys with special guest, director Gregory Sherman Thursday, November 8, 2018 Doors open at 6:30pm, Movie begins at 7:30pm Okanagan College Theatre room S104, Kelowna Tickets are limited. RSVP online at ojcc.ca

SUKKOT CELEBRATION SEPTEMBER00 30, 2018 1:00PM 3:00 PM COME OUT & SHAKE THE LULAV!... We are having a family celebration so we ask all parents to bring your children along to help in the construction and decoration of the Sukkah. Please bring vines, vegetation, twigs, cornstalks etc to help decorate the SUKKAH along with other decorative objects. Snacks will be provided