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Soloway Jewish Community Centre | Fall/Winter 2013-2014

Soloway JCC Mission & Values The Soloway Jewish Community Centre strives to be a gathering place for all people to come together in a spirit of diversity, respect and inclusiveness.

We aim to promote Jewish cultural, intellectual and social journeys, physical wellness and connection to Israel. We collaborate with a wide range of partners and welcome all members of the community, whatever their background and whatever their entry point and wherever they identify along the spectrums of religiosity, sexual orientation, age, financial status and family makeup.

The mission of the Soloway JCC and all community agencies is to ensure the significant continuation of the Jewish people. Towards this end, the Soloway JCC strives to maximize the role of Israel in enhancing Jewish identity and love of Judaism and building bridges to the Jewish people.

The Soloway JCC has partnered with Congregation Beth Shalom, Agudath Israel Congregation, Congregation Beit Tikvah, Machzikei Hadas Congregation, Adath Shalom and Temple Israel to offer a joint membership incentive deal.

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Existing Soloway JCC annual members will receive a 20% discount on a new membership of any kind at any of the above synagogues.

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Existing members at any of the above synagogues will receive a 20% discount on a new annual membership of any kind at the Soloway JCC.*

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New to both? Get 20% off any type of membership at the Soloway JCC and at any of the above synagogues.*

Please present proof of payment at either the Soloway JCC or the synagogue to receive your discount. *must not have been an annual member at the Soloway JCC for the past 12 months.

For more information contact Soloway JCC Membership Director Patrice Berdowski at (613) 798-9818 ext. 233, pberdowski@jccottawa.com or any of the above synagogues.

The information in this program guide has been collected and collated by the Soloway JCC. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this program guide, the Soloway JCC will not assume any liability for damages due to errors or omissions. All programs, course offerings and fees are subject to change.

Editor: Pamela Rosenberg • Design/Layout: Brittany Halfpenny

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Hours of Operation Fall/Winter 2013-2014 September - March Sunday

8:00 am–8:00 pm

Monday – Thursday

6:00 am–10:00 pm

Friday September 6 – November 1

6:00 am–6:00 pm

November 8 – February 7

6:00 am–4:00 pm

February 14 – March 7

6:00 am–5:00 pm

March 14 – March 28

6:00 am–6:00 pm

Saturday November 9 – January 25

6:00 pm–10:00 pm

February 1 – March 8

7:00 pm–10:00 pm

Secular Holidays September 2 Labour Day

8:00 am–6:00 pm

October 14 Thanksgiving

8:00 am–6:00 pm

December 24 Christmas Eve

6:00 am–6:00 pm

December 25 Christmas Day

8:00 am–6:00 pm

December 31 New Years Eve

6:00 am–6:00 pm

January 1 New Years Day

8:00 am–6:00 pm

February 17 Family Day

8:00 am–6:00 pm

Jewish Holidays September 2 Eve of Rosh Hashannah

8:00 am–6:00 pm

September 5, 6 Rosh Hashannah

closed

September 13 Eve of Yom Kippur

6:00 am–5:00 pm

September 18 Eve of Sukkot

6:00 am–6:00 pm

September 19, 20 Sukkot

closed

September 25 Hoshana Rabba

6:00 am–6:00 pm

September 26, 27 End of Sukkot

closed

Please register for programs online at jccottawa.com or in person at the SJCC Front Desk.

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Membership Information ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS • Soloway JCC Memberships are sold on an annual basis and are valid for 12 months • Your membership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

• THERE WILL BE NO HOLDS OR EXTENSIONS PLACED ON YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR LOSS OF TIME AND THERE WILL BE NO TAX RECEIPTS ISSUED • If you are paying for your membership through a pre-authorized payment plan, your Soloway JCC Membership will conveniently be automatically renewed unless written notice is provided one month prior to your expiry date.

PAYMENT OPTIONS • You may pay for your membership in one lump sum or in consecutive monthly installments.

• The Soloway JCC makes paying for your membership easy as we accept all major credit cards: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or if you prefer your membership can be paid with Interac (if paid in full), or pre–authorized account withdrawals.

• There is a $25 charge for any NSF item.

Patrice Berdowski | 613-798-9818 x233 | pberdowski@jccottawa.com

MEMBERSHIP ASSISTANCE The Soloway JCC is proud to offer membership to all members of the Jewish community, whether or not they can afford to pay. Financial assistance is available for membership, the Ganon Preschool and the Jewish Community Centre of Ottawa Summer Camps.

For membership assistance please contact Patrice Berdowski at (613) 798-9818 ext. 233 to arrange a strictly confidential interview.

LOSS OF MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES The Soloway JCC reserves the right to cancel your membership without a refund for just causes including but not limited to the following: • The misuse of Soloway JCC equipment or property or knowledge thereof • Damage or destruction to Soloway JCC property • Theft • Failure to follow proper safety precautions and practices • Harassment of any kind including sexual, physical or verbal abuse • Persistent disrespectful or inappropriate conduct of any kind • Failure to pay membership fees

YOUR SOLOWAY JCC MEMBERSHIP CARD Please have your photo identification membership card handy for swiping each time you visit the Soloway JCC. • All members ten years of age and older will have their own membership card.

• To ensure the safety of children, anyone under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a person 16 years or older.

• If you misplace your membership card, we will be happy to replace it for a $10 fee.

• Non–members visiting the Soloway JCC will be asked to present photo ID and sign in at the front desk.

CHANGES IN FEES & PROGRAMS Fees, schedules and hours of operation are subject to change. In the event of membership fee changes, members will be notified 30 days in advance. The Soloway JCC reserves the right to amend policies as required.

The Soloway JCC has an assisted listening device available for its lectures.

Call 613-798-9818 x263 in advance of the event to arrange for set up.

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• Failure to follow Soloway JCC policies We trust that you have applied for the membership category that is most appropriate for your age and marital status. Membership is subject to revocation, without refund, if you do not qualify for the membership category for which you applied.

TEEN MEMBERSHIP Members must be at least 16 years of age to use our Fitness Centre.

Members 12–15 years old who have successfully completed the Introduction to Weights and Fitness course are also welcome.

MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES To receive priority registration and discounted member pricing on Soloway JCC programs and events, your membership must be valid for the duration of the program. All membership prices are subject to additional taxes and surcharges where applicable.

Prices are subject to change within 30 days notice.

Rent our Gymnasium Our air conditioned gymnasium with a suspended hard wood floor is available for basketball and volleyball rental.

For more information contact Jon at (613) 798-9818 ext. 267 • jbraun@jccottawa.com

Soloway JCC Professional Staff President / COO

Barry Sohn

bsohn@jccottawa.com

ext. 268

Assistant Executive Director / Programming

Maxine Miska

mmiska@jccottawa.com

ext. 263

Chief Financial Officer

Shelley Crawford

scrawford@jccottawa.com

ext. 244

Membership

Patrice Berdowski

pberdowski@jccottawa.com

ext. 233

Marketing & Communications

Pamela Rosenberg

prosenberg@jccottawa.com

ext. 271

Facility Rentals & Scheduling

Julie Vertes

jvertes@jccottawa.com

ext. 251

Early Beginnings Multicultural Child Development Centre

Sandy Deyo

earlybeginnings@bellnet.ca

613.722.5157

Family Life Centre

Tara Cogan

tcogan@jccottawa.com

ext. 294

Ganon Preschool

Lauren Lee

ganon@jccottawa.com

ext. 280

Children / Teens / BBYO / Jewish Family Holiday Events

Gail Lieff

glieff@jccottawa.com

ext. 303

Athletics & Leagues

Jon Braun

jbraun@jccottawa.com

ext. 267

Adult Education & Cultural Programs

Roslyn Brozovsky Wollock

rwollock@jccottawa.com

ext. 254

Health & Wellness

Carla Gencher

cgencher@jccottawa.com

ext. 278

Aquatics

Neil Mason

nmason@jccottawa.com

ext. 377

Vered Israel Cultural and Educational Programs / Israeli House

Penni Namer

pnamer@jccottawa.com

ext. 243

Greenberg Families Library

Jack Schecter & Estelle Backman

library@jccottawa.com

ext. 245

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President’s Message

GREAT THINGS HAPPEN HERE

We are close to completing our most successful summer camp season ever! Over 1,200 camper registrations highlighted a very busy summer for the SJCC. Summer used to be a quiet time for the Centre but not anymore. I believe this bodes well for us as we transition to fall and then winter (I promised my wife that this winter will be mild).

We know the SJCC is a well-utilized facility when the weather begins to turn colder. Our wonderful facilities and wonderful programs serve thousands of members, community residents, and visitors from other Ottawa neighborhoods and beyond. Our many social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs fill our days, weeks, and months with great opportunities for stimulating and enjoyable ways to expend our energy. I look forward to seeing you all enjoy our Centre!

On an educational note, I bet you didn’t know that less than 21% of our overall operating budget comes from membership dues. That means we have to generate over $3,000,000 annually from program fees, fund raising, and other revenue sources. If you love our Centre and are so inclined, consider becoming a donor as well as a member.

Any support you offer beyond the cost of membership is a great boost to helping us meet our program, service, and financial goals.

You will also receive a tax receipt for all donations. Should you wish to speak to me about possibly offering additional support to the Centre, feel free to contact me at 613 798-9818 extension 268 or via email at bsohn@jccottawa.com.

Thanks for your continued support and participation!

Best Wishes to you and your family for the coming New Year!

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Donations There are many ways to contribute to the Soloway JCC and many types of gifts you can give: open an Endowment Fund named by you to mark an anniversary, wedding, or simcha, to honour an individual or in memory of a loved one or make a legacy gift of a life insurance policy.

Establishing a fund is a gift forever, ensuring a strong community for future generations.

To make a donation visit The Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation website (www.ojcf.ca) or contact the Tribute Card Coordinator at: (613) 798-4696 ext 232 • donations@ojcf.ca

Soloway Jewish Community Centre Soloway Jewish Community Centre Endowment Fund

Sports Scholarship Sharon Koffman Athletic Scholarship Fund

39th Ottawa Henry (Hank) Torontow Scouts & Boy Scouts 39th Ottawa Henry (Hank) Torontow Boy Scout Fund

Vered Israel Cultural Centre Zeev and Sara Vered Community Endowment Fund

Greenberg Families Library Greenberg Families Community Endowment Fund

Summer Camp Scholarship Soloway Jewish Community Centre of Ottawa Summer Camp Scholarship Fund

Maccabiah Games Jewish Men’s Softball League Fund Scholarship Jeffrey and Enid Gould Family Fund

Ganon Preschool SJCC Early Childhood Education Fund Youth Services Soloway Jewish Community Centre Youth Services Fund

Celebrate your simcha at the Soloway JCC! Our Social Hall is the perfect place for any kind of celebration. Whether it is a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, Brit or a family reunion our spacious social halls can accommodate parties of all sizes. Table and chairs are included in the room rental and we have on-site kosher catering.

The Soloway JCC also has several multi-purpose rooms great for meetings, or conferences and plenty of free parking.

Book your next event at the Soloway JCC. Contact Julie Vertes (613) 798-9818 ext. 251 • jvertes@jccottawa.com

Tribute Cards There is no better way to honour someone special than with a tribute gift to the Soloway JCC. A tribute gift not only recognizes the special times in someone’s life: a birthday, anniversary, graduation, a new baby or other important milestones, it also supports the important work of the SJCC. This is an extraordinary way to say thank you, recognize a job well done, or to remember the passing of a loved one. Give a gift that touches the heart, while it betters the lives of the Ottawa Jewish community.

Tribute cards can be designated for specific programs, or gifts can be unrestricted and will be designated to the area of greatest need.

For every donation received, a beautifully designed tribute card will be mailed to the recipient.

Tax receipts will be issued for a minimum Chai donation of $18.

To send a tribute card contact Julie Vertes (613)798-9818 ext. 251 • jvertes@jccottawa.com

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Ganon Preschool

Lauren Lee | 613-798-9818 x280 | ganon@jccottawa.com

Morning Preschool September 4, 2013 – June 19, 2014 2 YEAR OLD PROGRAM (birthdate between Jul. 1 and Dec. 31, 2011)

MEMBERS

NON MEMBERS

Tuesday and Thursday

$165/MONTH

$180/MONTH

8:30 am–11:30 am

Optional Lunch Bunch 11:30 am–12:30 pm $42/MONTH $45/MONTH

(birthdate between Jan. 1 and June. 30, 2011) Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 am–11:30 am $248/MONTH $273/MONTH Optional Lunch Bunch 11:30 am–12:30 pm $62/MONTH $68/MONTH Monday through Friday 8:30 am–11:30 pm $412/MONTH $454/MONTH Optional Lunch Bunch 11:30 am–12:30 pm $104/MONTH $114/MONTH

3 YEAR OLD PROGRAM Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 am–12:30 pm $325/MONTH $356/MONTH Tuesday, Thursday 8:30 am–12:30 pm $217/MONTH $237/MONTH Monday through Friday 8:30 am–12:30 pm $490/MONTH $536/MONTH

4 YEAR OLD PROGRAM Junior Kindergarten Monday through Friday

8:30 am–12:30 pm

$490/MONTH

$536/MONTH

Only Annual Family Members qualify for Member rates at the SJCC Ganon Preschool. Registration is ongoing.

Contact us to book a tour of the preschool!

Keep Your Children Active All Week Long and Have the Weekends for Family Time

Daily Afternoon Themes Monday: CREATIVE KIDS (MULTIMEDIA ARTS) Every week will be a new creative exploration. From pottery and acrylic painting to photography and sculpting. Creativity is the name of the game.

You don’t have to be registered in the Ganon morning Preschool program to take advantage of our amazing Afternoon Enrichment Programs. Our classes stimulate young minds, encourage creative play, and keep kids fit. All classes are under the supervision of E.C.E. teachers and qualified professionals.

OR SMALL SAMURAI (KARATE) Karate chop action brought to life by the skilled teachers of A Stronger You Martial Arts School. Karate uniform is included.

Tuesday: FIT KIDS (SPORTS) Grab a stick, pick up a ball, lace up your runners and get active. Featuring Sportball™ on a monthly basis.

OR FUNKY FEET (DANCE) Come boogie down while experimenting with a wide variety of dance styles.

Afternoon Enrichment Programs September 4, 2013 – June 19, 2014 • 3-5 year olds Monday–Friday • 12:30–3:30 pm

Wednesday: MONKEY ROCK MUSIC An exciting, dynamic and interactive music class starring Jon from the ever popular Monkey Rock Music program.

Utilizing a variety of specialized themes to capture your child’s interests, our unique programs and modern facilities (a full–size indoor pool and a fully equipped gymnasium) will enrich your child’s experience through active learning, friendship and fun.

Thursday SPLISH SPLASH! (SWIM) Swimming lessons taught by certified swim instructors in the Soloway JCC salt water pool.

Friday DISCOVERY KIDS (Science) Discover the wonderful world of scientific exploration.

EARLY MORNING CARE 7:30 - 8:30 am Members Non Members $58/MONTH $77/MONTH Drop-in: $5/DAY

MONTHLY FEE (Per Afternoon)

AFTER SCHOOL CARE 3:30 - 6:00 pm

Members

Non Members

Members Non Members $223/MONTH $277/MONTH Drop-in: $16.50/DAY

$85

$95

Get five fantastic afternoon programs for the price of four! While spaces last.

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Tara Cogan | 613-798-9818 x294 | tcogan@jccottawa.com

Family Life Centre

Playgroup

New! Little Lotus Yoga™ Prenatal

Drop-in playgroup is a great opportunity for parents and kids to relax and make new friends. Enjoy our comfortable space for the babies to explore as well as plenty of room for toddlers to move and play with toys.

Utilize breathing techniques, increase strength and relieve tension through yoga postures that relax the mind and body while inviting the spirit to soar. Celebrate the life you are creating for your little loved one while utilizing traditional yoga postures and celebrating your power as a woman, while you prepare for childbirth.

For newborns to 3 year olds. No cost Begins September 11. Program is ongoing Wednesday 9:00 am – 11:30 am No class when the building is closed

New! Hush-a-Bye Babies Participate with your baby in an interactive and fun program that focuses on teaching parents the traditions of oral language games and songs.

Learn how to use rhymes and songs effectively as a parenting tool to calm, distract and engage your baby during challenging times.

The tools taught now will be with you forever to use and develop as your child grows from a baby into toddler hood.

The Hush-a-Bye Babies program is relaxed and inviting, nurturing both child and parent. No props or toys are needed. Parents discover their own natural resources to soothe, entertain and engage their baby. Through practice and repetition rhymes and songs are learned by heart destined to become family favourites.

Minimum of 10 participants required.

Wednesday 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Fall: Session 1: September 11 – October 30 • 8 weeks Session 2: November 6 – December 18 • 7 weeks Winter: Session 1: January 8 – February 26 • 8 weeks Session 2: March 6 – April 30 • 8 weeks No class: April 16 8 weeks - $95/session

7 weeks - $84/session

New! Salsa Babies Dance your way back into shape with the best little partner of all – your baby! With the little ones snuggled into baby carriers, new moms learn basic steps to popular Latin dances, while babies shake maracas and bounce along to the Salsa beat. Salsa Babies offers a great workout, a chance to socialize with other parents, and an opportunity to introduce one’s child to music and movement.

Classes are appropriate for babies approximately 6-8 weeks of age and up, as long as you are comfortable supporting your baby in a carrier for the duration of the class. All levels of fitness and dance experience are welcome.

Friday 11:15 am – 12:15 pm Fall: Friday October 4 – November 8 • 6 weeks Winter: Friday November 15 – December 20 • 6 weeks $70/session

Sunday 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Fall: October 6 – November 10 • 6 classes Winter: November 17 – December 22 • 6 classes $60

New! Little Lotus Yoga™ for Preschoolers Are you looking for a program that will allow your child to develop a strong, flexible and healthy mind, body and spirit? Would you like to help them increase their concentration, attention and focus? Yoga for children is an opportunity for them to find tranquility and peace in their busy little lives while improving whole body health. This class is designed for children ages 2-5.

Thursday 9:15 am – 10:00 am Fall: October 3 – November 7 • 6 classes Winter: November 14 – December 19 • 6 classes $60

New! Little Lotus Yoga™ Mom & Baby Regain strength, flexibility and stamina as you bond with your baby in a supportive and welcoming environment. Tone and lengthen your muscles, strengthen your posture, relax and rejuvenate, relieve tension in the upper body, and safely rebuild core strength. Enjoy special time with your baby, either holding your baby in your arms, leaning against your leg, on your front, sitting in your lap or resting on a blanket. Please bring a blanket for your baby to sit on and a few favorite toys. Special time is made for babies to enjoy their own yoga and bond with mom through touch, movement and massage.

Designed for infants 6 weeks – beginning to crawl Thursday 10:15 am – 11:15 am Fall: October 3 – November 7 • 6 classes Winter: November 14 – December 19 • 6 classes $60 All yoga programs require a minimum of 6 participants.

P le a s e re g is te r fo r p ro g ra m s a t jc c o tt a o n li n e wa o r in p e rs .c o m o a t th e S J n CC Fro n t D e s k.

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Family Life Centre New! Celebrate Shabbat!

Celebrate with our special program that includes both a Shabbat Playgroup followed by alternating Zumbini and Sportball. Register and join us each week for an unstructured playgroup with Shabbat blessings, songs, challah and juice as well as special guest Cantor Jeremy Burko once each month for a guitar sing a long! Following the Shabbat celebration is a 45 minute energetic class with trained instructors.

Age: Walking – 3 years Shabbat Playgroup: Friday 9:30 am – 10:10 am Zumbini / Sportball: Friday 10:15 am – 11:00 am Zumbini October 4 – November 8 • 6 weeks January 10 – February 14 • 6 weeks Sportball November 15 – December 20 • 6 weeks February 21– April 4 • 6 weeks No class: March 14 $70/ session Zumbini Join instructor Daniela Pueyo Grand (dancingmama.ca) for the new Zumbini® program where the science of child development meets the magic of Zumba®! Designed for children 0 to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program takes little ones on their first steps toward a healthy, active life.

Together, adults and their young children wiggle, sing, and learn, for the ultimate bonding experience!

Sportball This 45-minute program is a perfect introduction to Sportball. Children and parents participate in sports, creative games, songs, rhymes, stories, bubble time and much more. Although these programs focus more on exploration, children will be introduced to a different sport each week. Parents are encouraged to participate with their child and challenge them according to their skill level.

Programs for Parents Maggie Mamen – Parenting Author & Guest Speaker Maggie Mamen is a clinical psychologist working in a multi-disciplinary private practice in Ottawa, and has studied learning difficulties for over 25 years. She has presented to professional and parent groups internationally, and has been acknowledged by the Ontario Psychological Association for her outstanding contribution to mental health in education.

Dr. Mamen is author of The Pampered Child Syndrome: How to Recognize it, How to Manage it and How to Avoid it. A Guide for Parents and Professionals, both published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

November 19, 7:00–9:00 pm $10. Tickets will be available at the SJCC Front Desk

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Tara Cogan | 613-798-9818 x294 | tcogan@jccottawa.com

PARENTCAMP: Guided Discussion and Family Learning Series Parenting comes with more questions than answers, and we will seek to address those questions! In this series, we will delve into some of the hot topics of the preschool years. Sessions will be lead and facilitated by Nancy Rubenstein co-author of Take Your Temperament!

Sign up for both $16, or $10 for a single session.

Nancy Rubenstein, RECE — Nancy Rubenstein is a RECE with over 30 years of experience. Working with families from around the world, she has gained insight into the interplay of social expectations and the child’s innate temperament.

December 10 What makes your preschooler tick? How to Understand and Respond to their Behaviour.

April 1– To Praise or Not to Praise? — Alternate Ways of Acknowledging your Child’s Effort

Scrapbooking for Parents­— Mini Album Project Join Victoria from SCRAPtease, a mobile scrapbooking store for four fun and productive evenings. On the first night, choose one of Victoria’s mini-albums and take your time in her scrapbooking trailer to pick your supplies. The remainder of the time and following weeks will be spent chatting with other parents, and creating a beautiful keepsake for your little one.

October 15, 29, November 12, 26 • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $80 includes mini album and scrapbooking supplies. All tools for scrapbooking are provided.

Intergenerational Soccer Fun Special activity for kids 3–6 and their grandparents! (moms and dads are welcome too!)

Join the fabulous coaching team from Parmar Sports Training for a morning of fun and soccer activity. Run, dribble and kick – learn some new soccer skills!

Sunday, October 6 10:00 am – 11:30 am No cost Please register by contacting Tara Cogan at tcogan@jccottawa.com by September 30. Minimum 10 families required to run this program.

Gail Lieff | 613-798-9818 x303 | glieff@jccottawa.com

After-School Care Programs

Just 4 Kids

Scouts About & Tsofim

(Monday – Friday)

(Friday Early Shabbat Dismissal)

When school is over for the day, the JCC welcomes children into our nurturing, and enriching after-school centre. Students from the Campus Schools are picked up and walked over to the Centre.

Students from other schools are also welcome. Children are given a kosher, nut-free snack, will work on homework and participate in supervised activities involving art, science, games and gym or outside play.

Join us on Fridays following early dismissal for a variety of sports activities, science and arts & crafts projects inside a fun, safe, nurturing and structured environment. This Program will take place inside the JCC.

Just 4 Kids is available Monday to Friday for the entire school year. It can be used daily, weekly and monthly for the entire school year. For Fridays please see Scouts About and OJCS Fridays for descriptions.

Sibling discounts are available and a reduced price is offered on all other after-school classes for children registered in Just 4 Kids.

Tuesday, September 3, 2013 to Wednesday June 25, 2014, from the end of the school day until 6:00 pm. Friday afternoons will not start until October 4 and will run until 5:30 pm (October to March), 6:00 pm (April to June). *For monthly payments and sibling discounts you must register at the front desk.

During the fall term we will be incorporating Jewish values and content into our Friday program with focus on Shabbat and the holidays and projects of Tikun Olum. For the winter term during the school year we partner with Scouts Canada Program consists of structured play using games, crafts, indoor and outdoor physical activity consistent with Scout Canada values. Children must be 5 years old by December to participate in this program. Fees include registration to Scouts Canada for the 2013/2014 programming year. Kosher snacks are provided. Start times and end times are in accordance with Shabbat closings and OJCS and Rambam Schools early Shabbat dismissal times.

Fall Term: October 18, 2013 – December 20, 2013 (Rambam) November 1, 2013 – December 20, 2013 (OJCS) Friday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm No program on: November 15

Monday – Friday $2,220 M • $2,590 NM Sibling discount: $1,850 M • $2,220 NM

Monday

$490M • $560 NM

Sibling Discount: $455 M • $525 NM

Tuesday

Winter Term: January 10, 2014 – March 8, 2014

$532 M • $608 NM

Friday 2:15 pm (Rambam) Friday 2:30 pm / 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (OJCS)

Sibling Discount: $494 M • $570 NM

No program on: February 14 and 21

Wednesday

$95 per child, $75 each additional family member

$476 M • $544 NM

Sibling Discount: $442 M • $510 NM

Thursday

$476 M • $544 NM

Sibling Discount: $442 M • $510 NM

Friday (begins October 4) $448 M • $512 NM Sibling Discount: $416 M • $480 NM

Just 4 Kids is not available on: September 4, 5, 6, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 October 14, November 15, February 14, 17, April 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 25, 28 and June 4, 5 On May 14 the Just 4 Kids program will run until 5:00 pm

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Break Camps & PD Days PD Day Programs

Holiday Break Sports Camp

March Break Camp

Spend your day off at the SJCC, swimming, playing games and sports inside and out plus art, science and fun with food activities.

Mornings include free swim and a variety of sports including basketball, floor hockey, soccer, archery, t-ball and more. Afternoon road trips, include, bowling, mini golf, Coliseum/movies, wave pool, skating, high tech adventure.

(Ottawa-Carleton School Board)

Grade 1 – 6 December 23, 24, 27, 30, 31 9:00 am – 3:45 pm $55 M • $65 NM per day $250 M • $300 NM 5 days

Monday, March 10 Tuesday, March 11 Wednesday, March 12 Thursday, March 13 Friday, March 14

Coach Brown’s Happy New Year All Star Basketball Camp

8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 M/day • $55 NM/day Additional child: $35 M/day • $45 NM/day

Monday, September 9 (OJCS Kinder-Camp) Tuesday, September 10 (OJCS Kinder-Camp) Friday, October 11 (Ottawa-Carleton) Friday, November 15 (Ottawa-Carleton, OJCS, Rambam) Friday, December 20 (Ottawa-Carleton School Board) Friday, January 17 (Ottawa-Carleton School Board)

Swim, play sports, games, chill out with friends, go on great outings and have tons of fun with a focus on Purim. After-care is available after 4:00 pm. Register early to ensure your spot.

Friday, February 14 (OJCS & Rambam School Boards) Friday, March 7 (Ottawa-Carleton School Board) Friday, June 6 (Ottawa-Carleton School Board)

8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 M/day • $55 NM/day Additional child: $35 M/day • $45 NM/day

Winter Camp Wonderland Enjoy indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, science, videos, swimming, field trips, and more. Please send a nut free lunch. Camp runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday.

After-Care is available every day except for Friday.

Register early to ensure your spot.

Monday, December 23 Winter Fun Tuesday, December 24 Underwater Adventure Friday, December 27 Creative Chefs Monday, December 30 Trip to Ron Maslin Theatre to see Yo, Vikings!

Tuesday, December 31 Radical Ray’s Science Show Thursday, January 2 Little Ray’s Reptile Show Friday, January 3 Trip to the Museum of Nature 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 M/day • $55 NM/day Additional child: $35 M/day • $45 NM/day

Includes a daily free swim Grade 1 – 6 Thursday, January 2 & Friday, January 3 9:00 am – 3:30 pm $80 M • $100 NM Early drop-off 8:30 am and After Camp Care 3:30 – 5:00 pm included

February Break Camp (OJCS) Don’t let February make you blue. Join us for 4 days of fun including indoor and outdoor sports, swimming, creative concoctions and special guest entertainers as we focus on the Sochi Olympics. After-Care is available on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 6:00 pm Tuesday, February 18 Wednesday, February 19 Thursday, February 20 Friday, February 21 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 M/day • $55 NM/day Additional child: $35 M/day • $45 NM/day

SJCC / OJCS February Break Traveling Sports Camp Basketball, soccer, archery, floor hockey, dodge ball, swimming in the morning. Bowling, golf, wave pools, skating, Coliseum in the afternoon!

Grade 1 – 6 February 18, 19, 20, 21 9:00 am – 3:45 pm $55 M • $65 NM per day $200 M • $240 NM 5 days After camp care available, contact Gail Lieff at (613) 798-9818 ext. 303, glieff@jccottawa.com.

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March Break Traveling Sports Camp Basketball, soccer, archery, floor hockey, dodge ball, swimming in the morning. Bowling, golf, wave pools, skating, Coliseum in the afternoon!

Grade 1 – 6 March 10, 11,12,13,14 9:00 am – 3:45 pm $55 M • $65 NM per day $250 M • $300 NM 5 days After camp care available, contact Gail Lieff at (613) 798-9818 ext. 303, glieff@jccottawa.com.

Passover Camp You won’t want to pass this one over! Full of activities, sports games and trips your child will have a fantastic time playing with old friends and making new friends. Register early to ensure your spot. Please send a kosher for Passover lunch and snacks! After-care will be available on Thursday only.

Monday, April 14 Thursday, April 17

8:30 am – 4:00 pm $45 M/day • $55 NM/day Additional child: $35 M/day • $45 NM/day

Gail Lieff | 613-798-9818 x303 | glieff@jccottawa.com

Safety Classes/Sunday Programs/Family Programs

Children’s Safety Classes with KidProof Canada I Wanna Walk (Age 8 +) This course is designed for kids who want to walk to school alone!

This fantastic one of a kind program will help prepare kids for this new responsibility by covering topics such as bullies, strangers and traffic safety.

October 20 & January 19 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm $40 M • $50 NM (per session)

At Home Alone (with First Aid) (Age 10 +) This popular entertaining workshop is designed to prepare children to be home alone. Important skills are learned through interactive lessons and role play and help make you and your child more confident when home alone. Emergency first-aid is also taught along with how to respond to medical emergencies.

October 27 & February 2 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm $65 M • $80 NM (per session)

Babysitting (with First Aid) (Age 11 +) This class is designed to increase confidence and provide the hands on experience and skills that are needed to be a great babysitter.

Please bring a doll big enough for diapering, a pen and notebook.

Sunday November 3 • Tuesday, December 31 • Monday, March 10 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $80 M • $100 NM (per session)

Sunday Programs for Children & Teens Little ‘LeBrons’ Sunday Sports Club Every week learn and play something new.

October 6 – December 15 • 11:15 am – 12:00 pm Age 5 & 6 $70 M • $85 NM

Sunday Teen Basketball October 6 – December 15 • 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Age 13 – 17 Free for SJCC members • $60 NM

Teen Basketball January 5 – March 30 • 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Age 13 – 17 $60 NM

Introduction to Weights and Fitness Learn how to safely use the Fitness Centre equipment. Teens who complete this course gain full access to the Fitness Centre.

Choose from any one of the following two day sessions.

Fall: September 15 & 22 November 10 & 17 Winter: January 12 & 19 March 2 & 9

October 13 & 20 December 1 & 8

February 2 & 9

11:30 am – 12:30 pm Age 12-15

Family Fun & Jewish Holiday Programs Join us once a month for an hour of family fun at the SJCC or around the city. Pre-registration is required for each event.

Rosh Hashanah at the Farm Sunday, September 15

Innergizing Family Fun Workshop Sunday, November 10

Join us at the Experimental Farm between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to bring in the Jewish new year. Visit with the animals and hang with us under the picnic tents for some honey cake, fruit and build an edible sukkah. Cost is the admission into the farm paid at the entrance gate.

Join dynamic and energetic instructor Francesca Davila as she promotes a positive mind set, physical activity and mindfulness through dance, active play and relaxation techniques. This workshop is for parents and children (ages 5 +).

Zumba

$20 per family, class begins at 1:00 pm

Sunday, October 20

Zumba is a great way for the family to exercise together. Join Shannon Kaya for an hour of movin’ and groovin’, shimmying and shaking and at the same time burning calories with your kids. This workshop is for parents and children (ages 5 +).

Family Chanukah Celebration

Sunday, December 1

Join us at the SJCC at 1:00 pm for a family Chanukah celebration with latkes, juice, and soufganyiot. More information to come.

$20 per family, class begins at 1:30 pm.

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BBYO

Gail Lieff | 613-798-9818 x303 | glieff@jccottawa.com

B’nai Brith Youth Organization BBYO — the world’s leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement — offers Jewish teens the opportunity to connect with one another, volunteer in the community, celebrate their Jewish heritage, prepare for leadership roles and travel the world together, all within a Jewish context.

BULLY

BBYO — Grade 8 thru High School Sunday, October 20, 2:00 pm Agudath Israel Synagogue 1400 Coldery Avenue Committed to respect and inclusion of all, we are proud to sponsor screenings of BULLY, a feature-length documentary that depicts “a year in the life” of North America’s bullying crisis.

BBYO is the exclusive partner in bringing the BULLY movie to teen audiences, and has partnered with Keshet, USY, NCSY, FROSTY. This version of the film and program is suitable to those over the age of 13.

“No matter how shameful it is to admit, every teen witnesses bullying in our schools in some form and we don’t always want to talk or think about it,”

NEW! BBYO Connect — Grades 6 & 7 Students BBYO Connect is the BBYO experience made just for students in grade 6 and 7 offering social and meaningful experiences that will serve as a gateway to continued involvement in Jewish life.

BBYO Connect provides middle school students with a positive experience in which they can get together with camp, school, and synagogue friends, as well as meet new friends. Focused on service, social, and Judaic programming, BBYO Connect builds a network of teens across North America at a critical age when middle school students begin to strengthen their identities, form social circles and prepare for high school and beyond.

Sunday, October 27

BBYO is not your typical youth group. It’s a worldwide teen movement, bringing together high school students from all over the globe, with all types of interests and from all types of Jewish backgrounds. Your BBYO experience can be whatever you want it to be. Looking to make new friends? Need to improve your leadership skills? Want to make a difference in the world? Love to play sports? Enjoy traveling to new places and meeting new people? Then you’ve come to the right place.

Over the course of 89 years, the lives of hundreds of thousands of Jewish teens have been shaped by BBYO; value systems strengthened, leadership skills honed and friendships formed. With 30,000 teens involved, BBYO is the world’s leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement.

No other organization offers the same range of involvement and depth of commitment.

BBYO’s renowned leadership model of experiential democracy, with teens leading other teens and creating their own BBYO programs under the guidance of adult volunteers and staff, is carried out through AZA chapters (for young men) and BBG chapters (for young women).

BBYO members organize and participate in leadership development conferences and Jewish identity programs as well as social activities like movie nights, dances and sports tournaments.

Membership for the 2013/2014 programming year is $50. For more information call Gail Lieff, Ottawa City Director at 613-798-9818 ext. 303 or e-mail glieff@jccottawa.com Upcoming Regional/City-Wide/Chapter Events August 25

BBYO opening program Pool Party at the SJCC

September 15

Chapter B’nai Amitai Video game program(B.A. home)

September 22

Yad B’yad Sisterhood Program (SJCC)

September 29

Chapter B’nai Amitai Football Program (SJCC)

Gym and Swim

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

October 4 - 6

Inter-Regional Leadership Training Convention (Mansfield)

Saturday, November 9 A Putt Above

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

October 20

Joint BULLY program with Jewish Youth Groups Ottawa

Saturday, December 7

Chanukah Program

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

November 17

BBYO helping hands day Chanukah Gift Fair

Saturday, January 18

Winter Maccabia Games

7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

December 1

Volunteering at the JCC Chanukah Family Program (SJCC)

Sunday, February 9

Mitzvah Day

(time TBD)

Sunday, March 23

December 7

Master Chef Challenge

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Yad B’yad, B’nai Amitai Havdallah & Chanukah Party (SJCC)

Sunday, June 8

BBYO Awards Banquet

(time TBD)

December 13 –15 Tournies Convention (Mississauga) February 9

Ottawa Mitzvah Day

March 16

Volunteering at JCC Purim Carnival (SJCC)

May 4

Chapter Elections (SJCC)

May 16 – 18

Spring Convention (Haliburton)

June 8

Yad B’yad and B’nai Amitai D.I.L.S, awards Banquet and Closing BBQ (SJCC)

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Greenberg Families Library

Estelle Backman & Jack Schecter | 613-798-9818 x245 | library@jccottawa.com

The Greenberg Families Library houses close to 10,000 books including many topical periodicals, and hundreds of Jewish–interest books, films and documentaries. To access our extensive collection on–line visit jccottawa.com on the Greenberg Families Library page and search the catalogue.

The collection of the Ottawa Jewish Genealogical Society is housed in the library and is accessible for on–site research.

Membership All Soloway JCC members have full library privileges. Library membership is also open to the community.

Community Membership Family: $50 Individual: $40 Senior & Student: $20

Ottawa Jewish Film Society Sponsored by the Greenberg Families Library in partnership with AJA 50+ September-December 2013 Open to all Soloway JCC, Greenberg Families Library and AJA50 + members. All films begin at 1:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact the Greenberg Families Library at 798-9818 x 245, library@ottawa.com September 25 Follow Me: The Yoni Netanyahu Story

December 18 Hava Nagila: The Movie

A remarkable documentary about the life of Yonatan Netanyahu, the commander of an elite Israeli commando unit who was killed during the rescue of Israeli hostages at Entebbe, Uganda, on July 4th, 1976. The film examines the life story of a passionate and dedicated soldier, who struggled to find the balance between his duty to his country and his commitment to his family.

An entertaining documentary on the history, mystery and meaning of the famous Jewish song Hava Nagila. It follows the song from its origins in the Ukraine to Israel, the Catskills and finally to Hollywood and YouTube. It includes interviews with Harry Belafonte, Connie Francis, Glen Campbell, Leonard Nimoy, and others. The film uses the song to explore Jewish history and identity and reveals the cultural connections that are achieved through music.

In Hebrew with English subtitles. 88 min.

75 min.

October 23 It is No Dream: The Life of Theodor Herzl

A fascinating documentary about the life and times of Theodor Herzl, the father of the modern state of Israel. The film shows how Herzl, an assimilated Jew, and a well-known journalist and playwright, fought to create a Jewish homeland in Palestine.

Over eight years and against all odds, Herzl organized and led a worldwide political movement that was culminated 50 years later in the establishment of the State of Israel.

97 min.

November 20 Menachem & Fred An unforgettable documentary about two brothers, Menachem and Fred, who survived a concentration camp, but lost contact with each other for decades. Fred is an American aerospace engineer with married children who are Christians. Menachem is a religious Jew who holds a doctorate in science and whose children live on the West Bank. The film accompanies the two men back to Germany and France through an emotional journey to the past. A film that poses important questions about fate, survival and Jewish identity.

90 min.

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Penni Namer | 613-798-9818 x243 | pnamer@jccottawa.com

Vered Israel Cultural & Educational Program

The Vered families have established a special program to foster Israeli culture in Ottawa. The Vered Israel Cultural and Educational program presents concerts, lectures, and exhibitions in association with the Embassy of Israel as well as other organizations.

Israeli House - Bayit Isaeli Israeli House was founded by the Vered Israel Cultural and Educational Program in conjunction with the Embassy of Israel to provide Israelis and all Hebrew speaking members of the community a social and cultural outlet whereby participants can sing Hebrew songs, watch Hebrew Films, listen to Hebrew guest speakers and celebrate Jewish holidays in a Hebrew environment.

Join the Israeli House Ottawa Group on Facebook.

Get the latest information and updates on programs, meet new Israelis in Ottawa and share your ideas.

Hebrew Language Library The Vered Israel Cultural & Educational Program provides a collection of Israeli books and videos on a cart in the Greenberg Families Library.

These items can be checked out with the librarians. All SJCC members enjoy full library privileges.

Israeli House is a great place to meet other Israelis and chat in Hebrew.

Our holiday celebrations have Israeli music and flavour. We have all the information about Israeli performers coming to Ottawa and Montreal.

Join us and the 100 Ottawa families already involved in Israeli House.

Information about events and a schedule of the Israeli House meetings and celebrations are sent out via e-mail to all members. Membership is free.

For the most updated list of events please check www.jccottawa.com and click on Israeli Programs

For more information please contact Penni Namer at 613-798-9818 ext. 243, pnamer@jccottawa.com

The Best of Hebrew U

Lecture Series with Dr. Henri Habib

Sunday, October 6 5:00 pm Soloway JCC

Join Dr. Habib for an interesting and insightful up-to-date analysis of what is happening in the Middle East.

Evening program TBA. Please visit the Canadian Friends of Hebrew University website for more information www.cfhu.org

Tuesday, October 29 Wednesday, November 6 7:30 pm, Soloway JCC Single lecture: SJCC M $8 • Non Member $10

Chanukah Gift & Book Fair In celebration of Jewish Book Month

Sunday, November 17 • Soloway JCC 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Pick up your holiday gifts, decorations, candles and everything you need for a happy Chanukah.

10:00 am – 11:30 am

PJ Library, Family Life Centre Chanukah Party. Join us for a fun-filled morning of holiday crafts, songs, a PJ library book reading and a special guest. All families with young children are welcome.

2:00 pm

Author Talk with Nancy Richler. Join Montreal writer Nancy Richler as she discusses her book Imposter Bride $5 To be a vendor at the Chanukah Gift & Book Fair please contact Penni Namer at pnamer@jccottawa.com 613-798-9818 ext. 243

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Adult Programs

Roslyn Brozovsky Wollock | 613-798-9818 x254 | rwollock@jccottawa.com

ADULTS & ZOOMERS YOUR CENTRE FOR ENGAGED LEARNING Enlightened Jewish Education New! Text in Context — The Bible & Archaeology This course will critically examine the role of archaeological research in reconstructing the reality of ancient Israel. From illuminating the world of the patriarchs and discovering what everyday life was like in David’s monarchy, to debating the historicity of the Exodus, the emergence of Israel in Canaan, and the nature of Temple worship, biblical scholars use archaeological discoveries to enrich our understanding of the world described in the biblical text from 4000 BCE through 539 BCE. September 30 – December 2 Monday 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm $125 M • $150 NM Instructor: Professor Shawna Dolansky No class: October 14 Professor Shawna Dolansky is Adjunct Research Professor, College of the Humanities & Department of Religion Assistant Director, Zelikovitz Centre for Jewish Studies Carleton University.

British Stones in the Israeli Landscape Britain’s Role in Developing the Land that Became the State of Israel While Christian Zionists, Jewish philanthropists, Imperial statesmen and Zionist idealists dealt with political issues, Britain’s Royal Engineers spied out the land of Israel, mapping its topography and geology. This six week class provides a historical and geographical overview of the region, and sessions devoted to Spying out the Land, Imagining Zion, and Building the foundations thereof.

October 21 – November 25 Monday 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm $100 M • $120 NM Instructor: Dr. Charles Moore No class: October 14

Literature Love is All You Need: A Poetic Journey of Love Poems Love conjures many things…From the obvious, to the subjective, provocative, sensual, thoughtful, and more. In this friendly interactive workshop, participants will read, discuss and share thoughts when reading poems by some of Canada’s most distinguished poets.

October 16, 23, 30, November 6 Wednesday 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm $110 M • $130 NM Instructor: Professor Anthony Berman Professor Anthony Berman is a Montreal poet and professor of poetry

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New! Rebels, Radicals, and Rabbis: Greco-Roman Judaism (334 BCE-315 CE) In this course, we will survey the tumultuous history that led to the emergence of what we now know as Rabbinic Judaism. We will begin by examining Early Judaism in the Hellenistic period, beginning with the conquests of Alexander the Great, and continuing on through the early Rabbinic period within the context of Roman society. We will consider Judaism and sectarian groups in existence during these eras; sects such as the Pharisees, Sadducees, Zealots, and others will be examined from literature such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, Josephus, Philo, and the Pseudepigrapha. The Maccabean revolt (167-160 BCE) will be discussed, as will the Jewish-Roman wars, including the Bar Kokhba revolt (132-36 CE). Finally, we will explore the beginnings of Rabbinic Judaism and the codification of the Mishnah. All texts will be provided in English translation.

October 3 – November 21 Thursday 10:30 am – 12:00 pm $110 M • $135 NM Instructor: Andrea Lobel Andrea Lobel is the Director of Congregational Learning at Temple Israel and Principal of Temple Israel Religious School. A Ph.D. candidate in Religion at Concordia University, she specializes in Second-Temple and Late Antique Judaism. Andrea has designed course curricula and taught at both McGill and Concordia Universities.

Community Conversations Join members of our community as they discuss the relevant issues of the day with respect to their area of expertise. Guests will open the program with a talk followed by discussion and a question period with the audience.

Honourable Madame Justice Rosalie Abella — Judge, Supreme Court of Canada.

Thursday, October 17, 7:30 pm Dr. Vardit Ravitsky — Assistant Professor in the Bioethics programs at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal Thursday, October 24, 7:30 pm Topic: “Be fruitful and multiply”: Ethical Reflections on the Use of Reproductive Technologies in the Jewish world.

“Be fruitful and multiply” –“Pru uRvu”– has been a profound component of Jewish tradition for centuries, and today it is supplemented by a ‘postHolocaust perspective’ that emphasizes the survival of the Jewish people. In Israel, as well as in Jewish communities around the world, these powerful cultural and historical forces create a pro-natalist attitude that influences the ways reproductive technologies are embraced and used. This talk will explore these social forces and the role they play in shaping Halachic approaches and Israeli public policy in the context of ethical dilemmas surrounding reproduction.

Adult Programs

Roslyn Brozovsky Wollock | 613-798-9818 x254 | rwollock@jccottawa.com

Sunday Mornings

Music

Larger Than Life: Two Giants in the World of Jewish Philanthropy

The Voice

Sir Moses Montefiore (1784-1885) And Baron Maurice de Hirsch (1831-1896) Examine the lives and outstanding work of these two 19th century philanthropists who devoted their lives to aiding oppressed Jewry.

Baron de Hirsch was determined to resettle oppressed Eastern European Jews in Argentina, Brazil, Canada and in the U.S, where they would be able to pursue self-supporting occupations. Sir Moses Montefiore circled the globe in an effort to improve the difficult plight of 19th century World Jewry. The vast majority of his fortune went to improving conditions in Israel.

Facilitator: Janie Respitz — Montreal Yiddishist Sunday, October 6 • 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Soloway JCC. $10 at the door

If you’re not quite ready to audition for national television’s The Voice, but would like to take your voice out of the shower and into the community (auditions), or if you’re interested in simply improving your vocal quality, this program is for you. Classes help build self-confidence and reduce anxiety about singing and will address your specific vocal goals. Students will be introduced to Estill voice training exercises and, using a voice print computer program, will be able to see and hear their voice in action. Registration limited to 10 students.

October 2 – November 6 Wednesday 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm $150 M • $165 NM Instructor: Meredith Matthews, Certified Master Teacher, Estill Voice International

Shiru Lach Choir

Strangers in a Strange Land: Exploring Early Jewish History in British Columbia

Director: Ellen Asherman Accompanist: Aviva Lightstone

The role that Jewish migrants have played in the history of British Columbia has long been overlooked. But Jews have played an integral role in the region at least since the gold rush era of the 1850s and 1860s. This talk will explore the lives of some of BC’s early Jewish settlers by surveying the threads that existed in British Columbia society between Jews and non-Jews.

Join Ottawa’s largest Jewish folk choir and enjoy this wonderful opportunity to combine voice and heart. You’ll learn a brand new repertoire of Hebrew, Yiddish, Jazz, pop and Broadway tunes while working on improving vocal quality and group sound. The choir performs throughout the year for community events, at retirement residences and at their annual closing concert.

Lillooet Nordlinger is an historian and a research fellow at Carleton University’s Max and Tessie Zelikovitz Centre for Jewish Studies. She is also the author of A Jewish Presence in the History of British Columbia published by Midtown Press.

October 1, 2013 – May 27, 2014 $180

Facilitator: Lilooet Nordlinger Sunday, October 27 • 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Soloway JCC. $5 at the door

This short course is for people who have learned to read/decode Hebrew and would now like to focus on improving their fluency. Music and chant will be employed whenever possible to practice passages from the Sim Shalom siddur. Students will learn other methods used to develop a smooth reading style and become more familiar with the structure and content of the service so that it is easier to keep up and participate more fully in Shabbat services.

Improve your (Shabbat) Hebrew Prayer Skills

October 17 – November 21 Thursday 7:00 pm—8:30 pm $65 M • $85 NM Instructor: Barbara Okun, Cantorial Soloist, M. Sc (Com. Dis.)

Become a Shalom Member and get member discounts on Adult Programs and more!

SHALOM MEMBERSHIP 50+ years and older, membership benefits on cultural and educational programs, library privileges. (No access to the fitness centre.

Not eligible for Ganon Preschool discounts)

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Roslyn Brozovsky Wollock | 613-798-9818 x254 | rwollock@jccottawa.com

Digital Photography

Art

Fall Photography – Capturing the Splendor of Autumn

Inspired by the Masters – Dare to Draw

Learn to use your camera more effectively while enjoying the beauty and interest of Ottawa in the Fall. Field trips to iconic places such as Byward Market, Gatineau Hills, Dows Lake or Mer Bleu will alternate with time to share and discuss your pictures in class. No experience necessary. The first class will meet at the Soloway JCC.

Explore traditional and non-traditional drawing techniques while being inspired by great modern and contemporary artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Van Gogh and Georgia O’Keefe. This beginner to intermediate level course will expand your artistic boundaries while exploring materials such as charcoal, oil pastels, pencils and paint.

Students will learn will learn some essential components of visual art such as line, colour and composition. Supplies required for first class:

Thursday, October 3 – November 14 • 12:15 pm — 1:45 pm October 3, 17, 31, November 14 at the SJCC October 10, 24, November 7 – off campus shoot locations TBA on October 3rd. $105 M • $125 NM Instructor: Jim Lamont

Drama New! Purim Shpiel 2014

Pencils 2b, 4b, soft willow charcoal/grey gum eraser, large size block of drawing paper. Additional optional material suggestions provided at first class.

October 3 – November 21 Thursday 9:30 am –12:15 pm $130 M • $150 NM Instructor: Tami Galili Ellis - Ottawa School of Art

New! Charcoal Drawing Workshop

Under the Direction of Playwright, Actor, Director Pierre Brault

Shades and Shadows

The Purim Shpiel returns to the Soloway JCC stage on Sunday, March 9th. Well known, multi-talented Ottawa playwright, actor, director Pierre Brault, will direct this year’s sensational Shushan story. Come join the fun and find out how it will be told! The roles of Queen Esther, Vashti, Mordechai, Haman (Booooo!) and more await. Limited to 18 participants.

Using charcoal to draw from observation, students will apply the basic techniques of shading. Each student will create one in class project that will embody what has been learned.

Rehearsals: 11 Sunday mornings • 1 Thursday evening October 6, 20, 27 • January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 16, 23, March 2, 6 (Thursday), 9 Performance: Sunday, March 9, 2014.

10:00 am – 12:30 pm $180 M • $225 NM Instructor: Pierre Brault

Please bring the following supplies: one 2B pencil, a few sheets of 8x11 plain paper, one to two sheets Mayfair paper approximately 20x24 or slightly smaller, or large size- good quality drawing paper, one-two sticks of soft willow charcoal, one gray gum eraser, one tube of watercolour(optional) & brush.

Sunday, November 3 10:00 am – 1:00 pm $50 M • $60 NM Instructor: Tami Galili Ellis

Drop In Art Studio From novice to expert, take advantage of this opportunity to create alongside others who share your passion for art. Simply bring your supplies, which ever medium you choose, and express your artistic self in the company of other aspiring artists. No instructor provided for this open drop-in class held in the Teen Lounge.

September 30 – November 25 Monday 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm $70 M • $90 NM No class: October 14

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Adult Programs

Roslyn Brozovsky Wollock | 613-798-9818 x254 | rwollock@jccottawa.com

Chinese Brush Painting/ Watercolour

Biblical Hebrew

Watercolour

Designed for students who would like to become Bible literate by expanding their understanding of the biblical text. Using verses from the Bible in classical Hebrew, students will be introduced to vocabulary, grammar and syntax. This course is given at the beginner level and is intended for students who can read Hebrew. Students with some knowledge of Modern Hebrew are welcome.

This course is designed for anyone interested in creating his/her own art and discovering what motivates them to do so. Students will explore the elements of art, experiment with the techniques of brushes, tools and the properties of water. Bring your own Supplies: Art paper 145Lb., water container, colours, SML watercolour brushes

Chinese Brush Painting

The course starts with brushwork and water control followed by basic strokes of simple nature subjects. Painting of flowers, plants, birds will be taught.

Bring your own supplies: Rice paper, SML Chinese brushes, water container, colours, black ink, tape.

October 2 – November 20 Wednesday 9:30 am – 11:00 am $140 M • $160 NM Instructor: Mina Cohn

Contents of the two courses will be modified as to the needs of the students. Communication will be done on a one-on-one basis. In partnership with AJA50+

Ulpan – Sunday Morning Intermediate

September 30 – November 25 Monday 9:30 am – 12:15 pm $130 M • $155 NM No class: October 14

Your Centre for Language Daytime - Level 1 Modern Conversational Hebrew Learn to speak and read Modern Hebrew using the acclaimed Israeli ulpan method of active learning. Your instructor for this course, Mina Cohn, has taught the ulpan method of conversational Hebrew at the Soloway JCC for the past seven years.

October 3 – November 21 Thursday 9:30 am – 11:00 am $130 M • $155 NM Instructor: Mina Cohn

Modern Conversational Hebrew - Evening Learn to speak and read Modern Hebrew using the acclaimed Israeli ulpan method of active learning. Your instructor for this course, Miriam Litman, has taught the ulpan method of conversational Hebrew at the Soloway JCC for the past seven years. Level 4 is intended for students who have completed the SJCC level 3 Conversational Hebrew course or for those with a background in Hebrew conversation. If unsure of your level please call (613)798-9818 ext. 254 for placement information.

Level 1 October 2 – November 20 Wednesday 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm $120 M • $145 NM

This class is a continuation for participants of previous Soloway JCC Sunday morning Ulpan courses and for those who have advanced level conversational Hebrew skills. Learn everyday Modern Hebrew in a relaxed environment with native speaker, Mina Cohn. Please call (613) 798-9818 ext. 254 to determine your level.

September 29 – November 24 Sunday 9:30 am – 11:30 pm Instructor: Mina Cohn $175 M • $195 NM

Spanish – Level 1 Experience the fun and flair of Spanish culture by learning everyday language with instructor Laura Gutierrez. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary, conversation and grammar. An ideal entry level introduction for those planning to travel to Spain or South America.

October 2 – November 20 Wednesday 9:30 am – 11:00 am $120 M • $145 NM Instructor: Laura Gutierrez

Spanish – Intermediate For those who have completed the Soloway JCC Spanish Level 2, or those who have a basic knowledge of Spanish. If unsure of your level please call (613)798-9818 ext. 254 for placement information October 2 – November 20 Wednesday 11:30 am – 1:00 pm $120 M • $145 NM Instructor: Laura Gutierrez

Level 4 — Intermediate October 1 – November 19 Tuesday 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm $130M • $155 NM

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Israeli Folk Dance

Creative Connections

Learn Israeli dances in a friendly atmosphere while you listen to great music and get some exercise. We start with beginner steps and easier dances and progress to intermediate and advanced dances by the end of May. No experience or partner required.

A day of recreational and social programs for people over 65. Join us at the Soloway JCC for discussions, exercise, movies, speakers and a chance to meet new people. Transportation may be available at a nominal cost.

Ongoing Hillel Academy Gymnasium, 31 Nadolny Sachs Private

In partnership with AJA50+

Beginner Steps: 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Beginner Dances: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Intermediate and Advanced teaching and request dancing 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm $3 per evening.

For more information visit our website at www.ottawaisraelidance.ca or call Judith at (613) 729-2090.

Mitzvah Knitters Every Wednesday the knitters get together and create beautiful afghans, sweaters, hats and blankets for a variety of worthy causes including Hillel Lodge, The Children’s Aid Society, CHEO and many others. The wool is donated as is the knitter’s time and skill. If you love to knit join us for coffee, cookies and conversation. If you have some spare wool that you are no longer using please make a donation, we knit fast and we are always in need of more. Ongoing.

Wednesday 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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Contact Merle Haltrecht at creativeconnections@aja50plus.ca Tuesdays Oct 1, 15, 22, 29, Nov, 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec 2, 9

Drop-In Bridge Cards, conversation, and conviviality. Open to members of the Soloway JCC or AJA50+ For more information call Annette at 798-9818 ext. 309.

In partnership with AJA50+

For adult winter programs please check the November 25 issue of the Ottawa Jewish Bulletin, www.jccottawa.com or contact Roslyn (613) 798-9818 ext. 254, rwollock@jccottawa.com

Health & Wellness

Carla Gencher | 613-798-9818 x278 | cgencher@jccottawa.com

Joint Replacement Functional Training Program

Urban Poling

Have you had a hip or knee replacement and finished physiotherapy sessions? Or maybe you had knee surgery years ago and are still compensating that side with the other. Here is the next step to regain strength, balance and improve your range of motion. Learn how to use the equipment in the fitness centre to suit your current ability and this personal fitness trainer lead program will be designing each participant a program for their needs.

Personal Trainer and Urban Poling instructor Julie Fine takes you on a walk suitable for all ages and most fitness levels. Learn how to use the poles correctly and achieve full benefits. You will use 90% of your muscles for a highly effective full body workout combatting the effects of osteoporosis, reducing impact on knees, hips and ankle joints. Improve your posture, balance and stability, reduce back pain.

Poles are included in the first class and can then be rented for $4/ class.

Thursday 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Fall: October 3 – November 7 • 6 weeks Winter: January 9 – February 13 • 6 weeks Age: 16+ $55 M • $85 NM Instructor: Cheryl Mason

Feel the Healing and Empower your Energy This class includes simple stretches, breathing techniques, visualization, meditation, acupressure and massage to calm the mind, relax the body, and increase the immune system and self healing ability. Instructor Philip Lai will send energy to help improve health.

Master Philip Tai-Foo Lai is a certified Naturo-therapist who studied under his father from the age of 6 in Hong Kong and became a Master of Kung Fu and traditional Chinese medicine. With over 30 years experience in Qi Gong, Meditation and Acupressure he is a skilled practitioner or Qi Therapy, Distance Healing, Chinese Massage and Kung Fu.

Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Fall: September 10 – November 28 • 22 classes No class: September 19, 26 $175 M • $225 NM Tuesday • 12 classes Thursday • 10 classes

$100 M • $130 NM $90 M • $120 NM

New day and time!

Fall: September 11 – November 27 • 12 classes Wednesday 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm $100 M • $130 NM Age: 16+ Instructor: Julie Fine

Thursday 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm Fall: October 3 – December 19 • 12 classes Winter: January 9 – March 27 • 12 classes $100 M • $130 NM Age: 18+

Weight Training for Women For those who prefer to exercise with a Certified Personal Trainer in the company of other women.

Wednesday 1:00 pm– 2:00 pm Fall: September 11 – October 9 • 5 weeks or November 6 – December 4 • 5 weeks Winter: January 8 – February 5 • 5 weeks or February 19 – March 19 • 5 weeks Age: 16+ Included in your membership Instructor: Ryan Armitage

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Health & Wellness Basic Yoga and Power Yoga classes are now included in Membership. Please see the Group Fitness Schedule for class days and times.

Specialty Yoga New! Meditation Practice the art of Meditation to clear your mind, balance emotions and improve concentration. Class consists of seated exercises to release physical tension and breathing exercises to focus the mind followed by a guided meditation. No experience necessary.

Monday 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fall: September 9 – December 9 • 14 weeks $110 M • $140 NM Winter: January 6 – March 31 • 12 weeks $100 M • $130 NM No class: February 17 Age: 16+ Instructor: Michael Hutkins

Yoga Therapy for Back, Neck and Shoulder Pain Yoga therapy uses yoga techniques to treat specific ailments. A gentle, restorative practice which cultivates a balance that strengthens and stretches muscles. Ideal for mild, chronic or intense pain or as a preventative measure.

Friday 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fall: October 4 – December 20 • 12 weeks Winter: January 10 – March 28 • 12 weeks Age: 16+ $100 M • $130 NM Instructor: Eric Peters

Gentle Yoga Find calmness and well-being in a nurturing, relaxed environment. Cultivate strength, balance and flexibility with a caring, fun teacher.

Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:15 am Fall: September 11 – December 18 • 15 classes $115 M • $145 NM Winter: January 8 – March 26 • 12 classes $100 M • $130 NM Age: 16+ Instructor: Katherine Shapiro Moss

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Carla Gencher | 613-798-9818 x278 | cgencher@jccottawa.com

New! Yoga for Chronic Pain This specialty class is designed to decrease both physical and emotional pain, through retraining your nervous system to find freedom from pain. We will explore why the amount of pain that any of us experiences isn’t necessarily related to the actual damage present.

The focus will be on how to learn to gradually increase the activity level of a painful area while knowing that some pain and stiffness will still occur. This requires patience and persistence. The goal is to achieve a long term reduction in chronic pain and stiffness and an improvement in function. Stretching and strengthening techniques will be supported by breath work and relaxation practices designed to lessen muscle tension, through exploring breathing patterns, movement, relaxation and meditation.

Tuesday 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Fall: September 10 – December 17 • 15 weeks $115 M • $145 NM Winter: January 7 – March 25 • 12 weeks $100 M • $130 NM Age: 18+ Instructor: Eric Peters

Pilates Pilates Accessories This class incorporates fitness circles, small balls and flex bands into Pilates exercises.

Tuesday 9:15 am – 10:15 am Fall: September 10 – December 17 • 15 weeks $115 M • $145 NM Winter: January 7 – March 25 • 12 weeks $100 M • $130 NM Age: 16+ Instructor: Elizabeth Friedman . STOTT certified

Group Fitness Schedule

Carla Gencher | 613-798-9818 x278 | cgencher@jccottawa.com

GROUP FITNESS Fall/Winter 2013-2014 FALL: September 1 – December 31 • WINTER: January 1 – March 31 SUNDAY

MONDAY

6:30–7:15 AM

TUESDAY

POWERPUMP

7:15–7:45 AM

SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WEDNESDAY BOOTCAMP

FASTFIT

8:30–8:50 AM

THURSDAY

AB-SOLUTELY

FRIDAY POWERPUMP

FASTFIT BENDER BALL ABS

AB-SOLUTELY

9:15–10:15 AM

BASIC YOGA HI/LO STRETCH POWERPUMP

or

STEP’n’GLIDE

ZUMBA

10:25–11:15 AM

VITALITY PLUS

POWERPUMP ACCESSORIES

BOOTCAMP

CARDIO MIX

VITALITY PLUS

VITALITY PLUS

BASIC YOGA

BOOTCAMP

VITALITY PLUS VITALITY PLUS

10:30–11:30 AM

New!

POWERPUMP

BASIC YOGA

POWER YOGA

11:20–12:10 PM

VITALITY PLUS

12:15–1:00 PM

BOOTCAMP

VITALITY PLUS POWERPUMP ACCESSORIES

TEEN BOOTCAMP

4:15 – 5:00 PM 5:45–6:45 PM

ZUMBA

BOOTCAMP

6:00–7:00 PM

ZUMBA

HI/LO STRETCH

7:00–8:00 PM

POWERPUMP

POWERPUMP/ STRETCH

7:15–8:15 PM

BASIC YOGA

6:45 – 7:45 PM

CARDIOPUMP

PowerPump: 5 minute warm–up, 40–50 minutes of muscular strength and endurance followed by 5–10 minutes of stretch and cool down.

Hi/Lo: 5 minute warm–up, 40 minutes of high and low impact cardiovascular conditioning followed by core conditioning, cool down and stretch.

PowerPump Accessories: A new PowerPump class that incorporates the use of therabands, stablility balls, kettlebells and gym sticks. Each class will focus on a different accessory.

Bootcamp: Increase your strength and cardio with this non–stop total body bootcamp workout. Includes a 5 minute warm–up and cool down + stretch.

PowerPump Stretch: A PowerPump class with 15 minutes of stretch and cooldown.

Fast Fit: 30 minute complete workout which alternates upper and lower body strengthening with cardio stations.

Ab–solutely: 20 minute abdominal and lower back conditioning class.

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Zumba: Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness class. An effective aerobic workout!

BASIC YOGA

Power Yoga: A strong vinyasa yoga practice creating a dynamic flow of postures that moves from breath to breath. Power yoga creates both inner and physical strength, raises your energy and spirit and leaves your mind and body in a state of balance and joy.

Vitality Plus: Share the life enhancing benefits of regular exercise and have fun with this low impact class combining cardiovascular exercises, muscle toning Cardiomix: This class features a variety and stretching. of class formats such as cardioball, Teen Bootcamp: Ages 13-15 cardiopump & others.

Bender Ball Abs: The Bender Ball, Step’n’Glide: 5 minute warm–up, 25 which is a mini stability ball, allows you Cardiopump: 5 minute warm–up, minutes of step followed by 20 minutes to work your abs in more effective ways. 25–30 minutes of cardiovascular of cardiogliding and strength training, training followed by 20–25 minutes of cool–down and stretch.

Basic Yoga: Introduces you to a upper and lower body strengthening, practice that brings strength, balance 5–10 minutes cool down and stretch.

H.I.I.T.: 10 minute warm up followed and flexibility to your life. Through basic by 20 minutes of interval training using postures you will discover the benefits a variety of equipment, 15 minute cool- of yoga at your own pace. down and stretch.

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Adult Athletics

Jon Braun | 613-798-9818 x267 | jbraun@jccottawa.com

Adult Athletics SJCC Adult Recreational Ice Hockey League A Non-Contact 4 team community recreational house league for those looking to play in a fun, friendly environment. Games take place in Kanata at the Bell Sensplex.

Monday 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm or 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm October 7 – March 24 • 24 weeks Age: 17 / grade 12+ $381 M • $421 NM

JCC Men’s Basketball League A six-team recreational house league that’s fast paced and loads of fun.

The JMBL is a great way to make new friends. Teams are selected by the SJCC Athletic Department to ensure a balanced, quality experience.

Bonus – All participants of the JMBL can play Sunday morning basketball at the SJCC 9:00 am – 11:15 am throughout the season at no additional cost.

Wednesday nights October 9 – March 26 • 23 weeks ( no games December 25 ) Game One 6:30 pm Game Two 7:45 pm Game Three 9:00 pm

No game on: December 24, March 25

$265 M • $320 NM

Over 50 Adult Floor Hockey

Help Send a Kid to Camp Fundraiser

Wednesday night run at the OJCS Gym

Wednesday, December 18, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm

For more information contact Jon at jbraun@jccottawa.com

The SJCC’s annual Send a Kid to Camp Campaign ensures all children are given the opportunity to experience a wonderful summer camp experience at JCC of Ottawa Summer Camps. The Men’s Basketball League December 18 game will be dedicated to the Help Send a Kid to Camp Fundraiser

Ice Hockey Clinics for Adults and Children Clinics for guys and gals looking to improve their skating and stick handling skills. It’s never too late to work on your game. Director / Head instructor is former Ottawa 67 and European professional John Ollson, with 30 years of teaching experience.

For more information visit www.ollsonsportsgroup.ca. SJCC members receive a 10% discount.

JCC Noon Pick-up Basketball An excellent ‘time out’ from your busy day. Put on your shorts and sneakers and have a great ‘run.’ The gym is yours!

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Free for JCC members

JCC Men’s Basketball League Training Camp Not everybody has been playing basketball during the off season.

Get back into it with a clinic with former University of Ottawa Captain, Coach Carlos Brown followed by an informal scrimmage.

Wednesday, October 2 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Free for SJCC Members and JCC men’s league participants.

Sunday Morning Pick-up Basketball No referees, no score clock, a perfect way to start your Sunday morning at the SJCC September 8 – April 27 Sunday, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Free for members and JMBL participants.

$10 Send a Kid to Camp donation. All participants receive free gym bag and Gatorade donated by SJCC supporter Lacroix Source for Sports along with a charitable tax receipt.

Coach Brown’s Women’s Basketball Club Former University of Ottawa Captain and Head Women’s Coach, Coach Carlos ‘Bobby’ Brown will help you develop your skills and enjoy the game of basketball, taking it, to ‘the next level.’ A terrific workout and always loads of fun with Coach Brown!

Monday 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Fall: October 21 – December 23 • 10 weeks Winter Session: January 13 – March 17 • 10 weeks $130 M • $150 NM No class: October 14

New! One-on-One Training Individual training from our SJCC professional staff.

Basketball — Coach Carlos Brown Soccer — Michael Calof, Carleton Varsity Soccer Baseball — Eitan Maoz, North Carolina Baseball NCAA Contact Jon Braun for more information (613) 798-9818 ext. 267, jbraun@jccottawa.com

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Wednesday Evening SJCC Squash Club

Out of Town College Kids

It’s squash night at the SJCC in a round robin format. Newcomers are guaranteed a game in a fun, friendly environment. No booking court time necessary. Just show up!

Get in touch with the SJCC Athletic Department and we will help you and your friends continue to be active in your favorite community sport while you’re away from home! Ice hockey, basketball, floor hockey, softball, squash, badminton.

Wednesday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm October 9 – April 28 Free for members

Intro to Squash Never played squash but have always wanted to give it a try? The SJCC is here for you and provides introductory lessons. For more information contact Jon at Jbraun@jccottawa.com $20 member • $25 non-member — 40 minute lesson

Sports Plus Co – ed Volleyball (various levels available) Tuesday 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm October 15 – April 8 For more information contact Jon at 613-798-9818 ext. 267 jbraun@jccottawa.com

JCC Sunday Drop-in Badminton Club Sunday 11:00 am – 12:30 pm October 6 – April 27 Free for JCC members

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Please contact Jon at 613-798-9818 ext. 267 or jbraun@jccottawa.com

One-on-One Basketball Training for Adults SJCC Basketball Director Coach Carlos Brown loves helping kids improve their game but also loves working with adults who are looking to take their game to the next level. Excellent ball handling, footwork and shooting technique drills are all a part of Coach Brown’s workout.

Loads of fun and you’ll see dramatic improvement in your game.

You’re never too old to experience a Coach Brown clinic.

For more information and to book a session with Coach Brown please contact Jon at 613-798-9818 ext. 267 or jbraun@jccottawa.com.

Cross Country Ski Club in the Gatineau Hills We’re looking to begin a SJCC Cross Country Ski Club this winter in the Gatineau Hills Sunday mornings January – March. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Jon at 613-798-9818 ext.267 or jbraun@jccottawa.com

Aquatics

Neil Mason | 613-798-9818 x377 | nmason@jccottawa.com

Registration for Fall Aquatics Programs: Soloway JCC Members: August 12 Non-Members: August 19 Salt Water Pool The Levitank pool is a 4 lane, 25m Main Pool with a beach-like ramp, therapeutic hot tub, shallow baby pool, slide, and patio lounge.

The pool office handles first aid and emergency response for the entire SJCC, and features a small Aquatic Pro Shop with discount prices on goggles, caps, and other items commonly required by our swimmers.

In order to help us keep our pool clean, please remember to shower with soap and water before entering the pool.

General Pool & Hot Tub Schedule The pool is open from the time the building opens to one 1/2 hour before the building closes (some exceptions). Swimmers will find one lap lane open at all times except during group lessons and major swim team practices.

Our hot tub is also open from the time the building opens to onehalf hour before closing, except during restricted gender swims (where access is granted to men or women only).

Admission Standards for Children New standards have been issued by the Office of the Chief Coroner to assist lifeguards in maintaining adequate surveillance over the whereabouts and the activities of young bathers while they are inside the pool enclosure.

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Children ages 8 to 10 are required to pass a swim test in order to swim unsupervised. Children who do not complete the test are required to be directly supervised by a parent or guardian (16+) who is present in the water within arms reach at all times.

Children under the age of 8 may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian (16+) who is in the water within arms reach of the child, with a maximum of two children for each parent or guardian

CHILDREN/YOUTH AQUATIC PROGRAMS Lifesaving Society’s Pre–School Program Parent and Tot 1 (3–12 months) Parent and Tot 2 (12–24 months) Parent and Tot 3 (22–36 months) This exciting program structures in-water interaction between parent and child to stress the importance of play in developing waterpositive attitudes and skills. Activities are planned based on the child’s maturity so parents register in the level appropriate for their child’s age.

Preschool A (3–5 yrs) 1:3 We’ll help these little swimmers jump into the water, and learn to float, glide and kick with assistance. They’ll learn the importance of staying “within arms reach” and become comfortable putting their faces in and blowing bubbles.

Preschool B (3–5 yrs) 1:3 These little swimmers will jump in on their own and learn to float, glide and kick with an aid. They’ll learn to put on a lifejacket (Personal Floatation Device) and learn to move safely through the water on their front and back.

Preschool C (3–5 yrs) 1:3 These little swimmers will jump into chest-deep water, learn to float, glide and kick on their own and retrieve an object from the bottom.

They’ll gain exposure to deep water and learn the basics of rhythmic breathing.

Preschool D (3–5 yrs) 1:5 These kids are becoming quite the swimmers! They’ll jump into deep water, kick on their front and back, tread water and learn basic front and back crawl. They’ll learn the importance of swimming with a buddy and wearing a PFD/lifejacket.

Preschool E In an effort to keep our pool safe and properly maintained we must periodically close the pool for minor repairs. We will do our best to notify our members in advance and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

(3–5 yrs) 1:5 These advanced preschoolers will learn how to react if they fall unexpectedly into deep water. They’ll develop breath control, master short swims using front and back crawl, and begin developing whip kick.

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Swimmer 1

Swim Patrol Ranger (Swimmer 8)

1:5 These beginners will become comfortable opening their eyes and exhaling underwater. They will be introduced to floating, gliding and kicking and jumping into the water. This level is geared to those who are over 5 and have not learned to submerge underwater and have little or no swimming experience.

1:8 These junior lifesavers will continue to build strength, efficiency and fitness through workouts and drills designed to improve their strokes and skills. They’ll learn the rescue and first aid skills that will help them make wise choices around the water.

Swim Patrol Star (Swimmer 9)

Swimmer 2 1:5 Participants will jump into deep water and learn to support themselves with an aid. Learn the foundation of effective whip kick. They will build confidence in both deep and shallow water, and develop front and back crawl over short distances.

Bronze Star

Swimmer 3 1:6 These swimmers will dive, jump and roll into the water and develop water-smart attitudes. They will improve their front and back crawl, tread water add propulsion to their whip kick, swim underwater and continue to build endurance with swims of up to 50 meters.

Swimmer 4 1:6 These swimmers will refine both entry and surface dives.They will learn eggbeater kick, sculling and breaststroke while continuing to improve their front and back crawl and work towards a 100 meter endurance swim.

Swimmer 5 1:6 These swimmers will master shallow dives, eggbeater and foot–first sculling. Surface dives will take them down to underwater swims while sprints and interval training will improve both the efficiency and endurance of their breaststroke, front and back crawls.

Swimmer 6 1:6 These swimmers will perfect their swimming strokes while building up to a 300 meter endurance swim. They will perfect a variety of movement and underwater skills while continuing to build fitness and efficiency through sprints and interval swim training.

Swim Patrol Rookie (Swimmer 7) 1:8 These swimmers will begin the exciting journey into advanced swimming and basic lifesaving. They’ll improve their strokes, speed and endurance, while learning techniques that can save lives. Perfect for kids looking for more than simply swimming lessons.

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1:10 This group will support 10 lbs for 2 minutes and 25m; timed swim 300m in 9 minutes. Preferred successful completion: Patrol Star and suggested 12 years old.

Swim Fit 1:8 Beginner swimming workout with stroke correction. Must be able to swim 6–8 lengths comfortably and know front crawl, back crawl and breast stroke. This is NOT a learn-to-swim program.

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Walk-Over Service

Low Ratio Classes — Tuesday and Thursday If you love the advantages of group lessons but wish they didn’t have quite as many participants, this could be the answer for you!

Preschool classes limited to 3; Swimmer 1 and 2 limited to 3; Swimmer 3-6 limited to 4.

Swimmer Levels Our Swimmer program ensures that children learn how to swim before they get in too deep. Swimmer progressions accommodate 5 to 12-year-olds including absolute beginners as well as swimmers who want to build on the basics. We stress plenty of inwater practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. Water Smart® education is incorporated into all levels.

Canadian Swim Patrol Swim Patrol is the on-ramp to lifeguarding for 9–12-year-olds who are ready to go beyond swim lessons. Swim Patrol has 3 levels: Rookie, Ranger & Star. Content is organized in 3 groups – Water Proficiency, First Aid, and Rescue. Swim Patrol develops swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on Water Smart® behaviour. Skill drills enhance capability in the water, good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment.

From OJCS: For children registered in a group class or private lesson beginning at 4:00 or 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday.

From Early Beginnings: For children registered in a group class or private lesson beginning at 4:30 pm or later MondayThursday.

From Rambam: For children registered in a group class or a private lesson beginning at 4:30 pm or later Monday-Thursday.

A member of our aquatics team will pick-up your child, help them get changed, and bring them to their lesson. After their swimming lesson parents can pick their children up or register them in the After School Care program for an additional fee.

For After School Care prices contact Gail Lieff (613) 798-9818 ext. 303, glieff@jccottawa.com

Fall Session

Sunday

Sep 29 – Dec 8 10 weeks No class: Oct 13

Monday

Sep 30 – Dec 9 10 weeks No class: Oct 14

Tuesday

Oct 1 – Dec 10 10 weeks No class: Oct 15

Wednesday Oct 2 – Dec 11

10 weeks

No class: Oct 16

Thursday

10 weeks

No class: Oct 17

Oct 3 – Dec 12

Price/Info Table *Note: missed classes cannot be made up.

Class

Duration

Length

Min Class

Max Class

Members

Walk Over

Non–Members

Parent & Tot 1, 2, 3

10 Weeks

30 min.

6

12

$67

$82

Preschool A, B, C

Preschool D, E

10 Weeks

30 min.

1

3

$91

+$32

$115

10 Weeks

30 min.

3

5

$75

+$32

$95

Low Ratio 10 Weeks

30 min

1

3

$101

+$32

$125

Swimmer 1, 2

10 Weeks

30 min.

2

5

$75

+$32

$95

Low Ratio 10 Weeks

30 min.

1

3

$101

+$32

$125

Swimmer 3, 4, 5, 6

10 Weeks

45 min.

3

6

$80

+$32

$110

Low Ratio 10 Weeks

45 min.

1

4

$121

+$32

$136

Swim Patrol

10 Weeks

45 min.

4

8

$82

+$32

$110

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Winter Session Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Jan 5 – March 23 Jan 6 – March 24 Jan 7 – March 25 Jan 8 – March 26 Jan 9 – March 27

10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks

No class: Feb 16, Mar 9 No class: Feb 17, March 10 No class: Feb 18, Mar 11 No class: Feb 19, Mar 12 No class: Feb 20, Mar 13

Sunday Morning Regular Session

Monday Regular Session

Wednesday Regular Session

January 5 – March 23

January 6 – March 24

January 8 – March 26

10 Weeks • No class: February 16, March 9

10 weeks • No class: February 17, March 10

10 Weeks • No class: February 19, March 12

Parent & Tot 1

9:30 – 10:00 am

Preschool A

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Preschool C

4:30 – 5:00 pm

Parent & Tot 2

10:00 – 10:30 am

Preschool B

4:45 – 5:15 pm

Swimmer 3

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Parent & Tot 3

10:30 – 11:00 am

Preschool C

5:15 – 5:45 pm

Swimmer 4

4:00 – 4:45 pm

Preschool A

10:00 – 10:30 am 11:00 – 11:30 am

Preschool D

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Swimmer 1

4:30 – 5:00 pm

10:00 – 10:30 am 11:00 – 11:30 am

Swimmer 2

4:00 – 4:30 pm

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Low Ratio — Thursday Regular Session

Preschool C

10:30 – 11:00 am

Swimmer 3

4:00 – 4:45 pm

January 9 – March 27

Preschool D

10:30 – 11:00 am

Swimmer 4

5:15 – 6:00 pm

10 Weeks • No class: February 20, March 13

Preschool E

9:30 – 10:00 am

Swimmer 5

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Preschool A

4:30 – 5:00 pm

Swimmer 1

9:30 – 10:00 am

Preschool C

5:30 – 6:00 pm

Preschool D

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 1

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Swimmer 2

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Preschool B

10:00 – 10:30 am 10:30 – 11:00 am

Low Ratio — Tuesday Regular Session

Swimmer 3

9:00 – 9:45 am 11:00 – 11:45 am

January 7 – March 25

Swimmer 4

9:45 – 10:30 am

Swimmer 5

10:30 – 11:15 am

Swimmer 2

10 Weeks • No class: February 18, March 11 Preschool B

4:30 – 5:00 pm

Preschool C

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Preschool D

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Preschool E

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 1

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Swimmer 2

5:00 – 5:30 pm

10 weeks • No class: February 16, March 9

5:30 – 6:00 pm

Preschool B

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 3

5:15 – 6:00 pm

Preschool B

5:15 – 5:45 pm

Swimmer 4

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Preschool C

5:15 – 5:45 pm

Swimmer 5

5:15 – 6:00 pm

Preschool D

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 6

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Preschool E

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 1

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Swimmer 2

4:30 – 5:00 pm

Swimmer 3

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Swimmer 4

5:00 – 5:45 pm

Swimmer 5

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Swimmer 6

4:00 – 4:45 pm

Rookie (SW7)

5:15 – 6:00 pm

Ranger (SW8)

5:15 – 6:00 pm

Sunday Evening Regular Session January 5 – March 23

Swimmer 3

5:15 – 6:00 pm

Swimmer 4

4:00 – 4:45 pm

Swimmer 5

4:30 – 5:15 pm

Swimmer 6

5:00 – 5:45 pm

Registration for Winter Aquatics Programs Soloway JCC Members: December 15 Non-Members: December 22

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Private Lessons Private lessons at the Soloway JCC are full programs for Preschool, Swimmer level and Canadian Swim Patrol. In accordance with the Lifesaving Society, Advanced courses can no longer be taken as Private Lessons. All advanced classes and exam must be taken in a group setting.

Single Lesson

9 Week Session

Class

Length $M $NM $M $NM

Private

30 min. $25 $35 $200 $295

Semi-Private

30 min $34

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$280

Registration for FALL Private Lessons begins Tuesday, August 13 at 9:00 am in person in the pool office or at 10:00 am by phone (613)798-9818 ext. 377.

Registration for WINTER Private Lessons begins Tuesday, December 10 at 9:00 am in person in the pool office or at 10:00 am by phone (613)798-9818 ext. 377.

Note: missed classes cannot be made up

$395

(2-4 participants)

Fall Private Swim Lessons Sunday Regular Session

Winter Private Swim Lessons Sunday Regular Session

September 29 – December 8

January 5 – March 23

10 weeks • No Class October 13

10 weeks • No class: February 16, March 9

9:00 – 9:30 am

9:30 – 10:00 am

10:00 – 10:30 am

9:00 – 9:30 am

9:30 – 10:00 am

10:00 – 10:30 am

10:30 – 11:00 am 11:00 – 11:30 am 11:30 – 12:00 pm

10:30 – 11:00 am 11:00 – 11:30 am

11:30 – 12:00 pm

4:00 – 4:30 pm

4:00 – 4:30 pm

4:30 – 5:00 pm

4:45-5:15 pm

5:30 – 6:00 pm

5:00 – 5:30 pm

5:30 – 6:00 pm

Monday Regular Session

Monday Regular Session

September 30 – December 9

January 6 – March 24

10 weeks • No Class October 14

10 weeks • No class: February 17, March 10

4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm 5:00–5:30 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

4:00 – 4:30 pm

4:30 – 5:00 pm

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Tuesday Regular Session October 1 – December 10 10 weeks • No Class October 15 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm 5:00–5:30 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

Wednesday Regular Session October 2 – December 11 10 weeks • No Class October 16 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm 5:00–5:30 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

Thursday Regular Session October 3 – December 12 10 weeks • No Class October 17 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm

4:45–5:15 pm 5:00–5:30 pm

5:15–5:45 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

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4:30 – 5:00 pm

5:30 – 6:00 pm

Tuesday Regular Session January 7 – March 25 10 weeks • No Class: Feb 18, March 11 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm 5:00–5:30 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

Wednesday Regular Session January 8 – March 26 10 weeks • No Class: Feb 19, March 12 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm 5:15–5:45 pm 5:30–6:00 pm

5:00–5:30 pm

Thursday Regular Sessions January 9 – March 27 10 weeks • No Class: Feb 20, March 13 4:00–4:30 pm 4:30–5:00 pm

4:45–5:15 pm

5:00–5:30 pm 5:15–5:45 pm

5:30–6:00 pm

Aquatics

Neil Mason | 613-798-9818 x377 | nmason@jccottawa.com

Advanced Aquatics Programs BRONZE STAR

BRONZE CROSS

Bronze Star is designed to deliver high performance training for skilled pre-teens. Participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills individually and with partners. They also learn CPR and develop confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard. No exam is held in this course.

Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities.

Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures, and teamwork.

Exam day of last class.

Sunday 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm • 10 weeks

Sunday 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm • 10 weeks

Fall: September 29 – December 8 No class: October 13

Winter: January 5 – March 23 No class: February 16, March 9

Fall: September 29 – December 8 No class: October 13

$80 Prerequisite: Suggested 11 years old, Canadian Lifesaving Manual Minimum 6 participants to run the course

Winter: January 5 – March 23 No class: February 16, March 9 $100 Prerequisite: 13 years, Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid, Canadian Lifesaving Manual Minimum 6 participants to run the course

BRONZE MEDALLION/EMERGENCY FIRST AID Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education -- judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Participants develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Exam day on last class.

Sunday 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm • 10 weeks Fall: September 29 – December 8 No class: October 13

NLS Recognized as the standard of lifeguard performance in Canada, National Lifeguard Service Award is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude towards the role of a lifeguard. Exclusive to the SJCC; we offer additional training on dealing with religious gender issues during public supervision, intervention and first aid. Exam at last class.

Sunday 5:00 pm – 9:15 pm • 10 weeks

Winter: January 5 – March 23 No class: February 16, March 9

Fall: September 29 – December 8 No class: October 13

$130 Prerequisite: 13 years, or Bronze Star, Canadian Lifesaving manual

Winter: January 5 - March 23 No class: February 16, March 9

Minimum 6 Participants to run the course

The Soloway JCC Aquatics Department is committed to ensuring the success of all our participants. If you sign up for Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross or NLS and do not complete the course, we will permit you to retake the course for half the cost. Please contact Aquatics Manager, Neil Mason for more information.

$150 Prerequisite: 16 years, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid & CPR “C”, Alert Manual, Canadian Lifesaving Manual Minimum 6 Participants to run the course

Manuals can be purchased at the Pool Office and are mandatory for advanced courses.

Canadian Lifesaving Manual

$45

Alert Lifeguarding Manual

$45

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Neil Mason | 613-798-9818 x377 | nmason@jccottawa.com

Swim Lessons for Children with Special Needs Aquatic Adventures for Autistic Children Parents and children splash in the water while playing games and learning swimming skills together. Lifeguards are part of the fun in the pool.

1:00 – 1:30 pm

1:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Fall: September 29 – December 8 No Class: October 13 Winter: January 5 – March 23 No class: February 16, March 9 Age: 5–18 yrs $80

Group Lessons for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired $60 Group Contact Neil Mason at 798-9818 ext 377 or nmason@jccottawa.com for more information or to book.

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Swim Fit for Kids Intermediate swimming workout with stroke correction. Must be able to swim 10 lengths comfortably and know front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. This is not a learn to swim program.

Fall • 10 weeks Sunday September 29 – December 8 4:00 – 4:45 pm • No class: October 13 Monday September 30 – December 9 5:00 – 5:45 pm • No class October 14 Wednesday October 2 – December 11 4:00 – 4:45 pm • No class: October 16

Winter • 10 weeks Sunday January 5 – March 23 4:00 – 4:45 pm • No class: February 16 & Mar 9 Monday January 6 – March 24 5:00 – 5:45 pm • February 17 & March 10 Wednesday January 8 – March 26 4:00 – 4:45 pm • No class: January 8 – March 26 1 class a week: $85/ per session 2 classes a week: $145/ per session 3 classes a week:$185/ per session

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