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Please note, due to COVID-19, events listed on our Events Calendar may have been temporarily suspended. Please contact the hosting organizations to check their status.

 

Event viewing instructions:

1.  You will see the events of the whole month, in small segments, in the colour of the organization, with the title of the event and the time,
2.  Put your cursor on the event and you will see a small pop-up box with the name of the event, the time and price,
3.  Now left double-click on the event itself: a full -page window will open, with all the information about the event. This window has a white background and black distinctive easy- to- see writing.
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Feb
26
Sun
Genealogy Sundays @ The Jewish Museum
Feb 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For those researchers who feel that they need extra help with their genealogical research, representatives from the Jewish Genealogical Institute of BC are available to assist with genealogical queries. Free access to our databases-(ancestry.com, findmypast.com )  and computers at Jewish Museum & Archives of BC is available on the last Sunday of each month. Phone for appointment, 604-257-5199.

These databases are available for anyone’s use free of charge, during the operating hours of the Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia. A nominal charge will be made for document photocopies. Researchers must book an appointment with the Archivist to use the programs. Appointments will be booked in two hour blocks.

Mar
8
Wed
Empowerment Series #3: Food & Film: DOUGH
Mar 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Nourishing Tradition
Eating our way through Jewish History: Food – The Doorway to our Culture

The award winning film “Dough” will be shown as the third in a series of presentations featuring food and Jewish culture and tradition. Join us for Dough, a warmhearted comedy about overcoming prejudice as an old Jewish baker takes on a young Muslim apprentice to save his failing kosher bakery. 

Light refreshments provided. Free parking.

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Mar
23
Thu
CFHU:The Max Stern Art Restitution Project
Mar 23 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Canadian Friends of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, jointly with Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre and Congregation Schara Tzedeck present: 

The Max Stern Art Restitution Project: In search of Nazi-looted art. 

7:30 p.m. followed by a reception. Free Event. RSVP Required. vanc@cfhu.org   604-257-5133 

Opening remarks by Mr. Robert Heffel. Guest Speaker – Prof. Clarence Epstein, Senior Director, Urban and Cultural Affairs, Concordia University; Head of the Max  Stern Art Restitution Project. 

 

Mar
26
Sun
Genealogy Sundays @ The Jewish Museum
Mar 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For those researchers who feel that they need extra help with their genealogical research, representatives from the Jewish Genealogical Institute of BC are available to assist with genealogical queries. Free access to our databases-(ancestry.com, findmypast.com )  and computers at Jewish Museum & Archives of BC is available on the last Sunday of each month. Phone for appointment, 604-257-5199.

These databases are available for anyone’s use free of charge, during the operating hours of the Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia. A nominal charge will be made for document photocopies. Researchers must book an appointment with the Archivist to use the programs. Appointments will be booked in two hour blocks.

Apr
5
Wed
Shirley Stein’s News & Views @ Waldman Library
Apr 5 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Join Shirley Stein and learn about the news and views of the community and the world.

A discussion group on current affairs and global politics. 

Apr
12
Wed
NIDUS: Representation Agreements
Apr 12 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?

What are the  key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?

Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald. 

A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required. 

“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning: 

A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed. 

Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen. 

Apr
16
Sun
3 Day Workshop: Aging with Grace, Living Life by Choice Not Circumstance
Apr 16 – Apr 19 all-day

April 16 through 19th: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (as group)

Are you a single woman in your 60’s , 70’s+ and realizing you don’t have a plan for your future support and lifestyle and don’t know who to call if you need help? 

Are you children concerned for or caring for aging parents? this course will also be of great value to you as well as couples wanting to prepare. 

Course attendees will find this information empowering because it arms you with resources and personalized guidelines to help you make well-informed choices. 

At this workshop you will have your questions answered to complete your Later Life Planning Guide and All-in-One Personal Resource book. 

Workshop Facilitator & Organizer – Barbara Kirby

Barb is a Certified Dementia Practitioner; Seniors Housing Specialist; a Certified Professional Consultant on Aging and recently received her graduate certificate from Royal Roads University in Values Based Leadership. 

Register at http://www.seniorsadvocate.ca/bookings/ 

Location: Rivendell Retreat, Bowen Island, B.C.

 

Apr
30
Sun
Genealogy Sundays @ The Jewish Museum
Apr 30 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For those researchers who feel that they need extra help with their genealogical research, representatives from the Jewish Genealogical Institute of BC are available to assist with genealogical queries. Free access to our databases-(ancestry.com, findmypast.com )  and computers at Jewish Museum & Archives of BC is available on the last Sunday of each month. Phone for appointment, 604-257-5199.

These databases are available for anyone’s use free of charge, during the operating hours of the Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia. A nominal charge will be made for document photocopies. Researchers must book an appointment with the Archivist to use the programs. Appointments will be booked in two hour blocks.

May
28
Sun
Genealogy Sundays @ The Jewish Museum
May 28 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For those researchers who feel that they need extra help with their genealogical research, representatives from the Jewish Genealogical Institute of BC are available to assist with genealogical queries. Free access to our databases-(ancestry.com, findmypast.com )  and computers at Jewish Museum & Archives of BC is available on the last Sunday of each month. Phone for appointment, 604-257-5199.

These databases are available for anyone’s use free of charge, during the operating hours of the Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia. A nominal charge will be made for document photocopies. Researchers must book an appointment with the Archivist to use the programs. Appointments will be booked in two hour blocks.

Jun
14
Wed
NIDUS: Representation Agreements
Jun 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?

What are the  key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?

Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald. 

A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required. 

“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning: 

A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed. 

Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen.