Erev Purim
Community Calendar
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Mar 13, 2025
Mar 14, 2025
Purim
Mar
1 2025
Gan Machaneh
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1
Introduce your little ones to Shabbat, Judaism and the ORH community through play, stories, songs, and social connect…
Mar
1 2025
Purim Dance & Costume Party
8:00PM - 11:55PM
JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9
🎭 Purim Dance Party 🎭
Join us for a lively, adults-only Purim celebration where we’ll dance the night away and…
Mar
2 2025
Purim Party - Kibbutz for Hebrew speaking
4:00PM - 6:00PM
JCC
ON
Join the Purim Party for Families! 🎭🎉
For Hebrew Speaking
📅 Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - …
Mar
2 2025
🎭✨ Hakibbutz Purim Celebration for Families! ✨🎭 For Hebrew speakers
4:00PM - 6:00PM
JCC
🎭✨ Hakibbutz Purim Celebration for Families! ✨🎭
Join us for a fun-filled Purim party with something for ever…
Mar
2 2025
Beauty - Inside and Out: Connect with Your Inner Queen Esther
7:00PM - 8:30PM
JET Women's Network presents a special Pre-Purim event
Mar
3 2025
Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group
10:30AM - 12:00PM
This program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, ha…
Mar
3 2025
Purim Party - Russian Speaking Jewish Community
5:30PM - 7:30PM
JCC
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with fun, laughter, and tradition:
🎭 Costume Contest – Dress up an…
Mar
5 2025
Babies & Bagels: Purim Gift Basket Exchange
10:30AM - 12:30PM
Soloway JCC - Teen Lounge
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9
Join Us for Babies & Bagels: Purim Gift Basket Exchange! PJ Library invites parents to a delightful gathering…
Mar
6 2025
PJ Our Way: PJs & Pizza Tweens Movie Night
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9
Join us for an epic PJ Our Way: PJ's, Pizza & Movie Night! Get cozy in your favorite PJs and hang out with friends…
Mar
6 2025
PJOW Parents Night Out
6:30PM - 9:00PM
Soloway JCC - Teen Lounge
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9
We are excited to announce a special Parents Night Out exclusively for the parents of our PJOW tweens! Join us for…
Mar
7 2025
Freylekh Friday
5:30PM - 9:00PM
Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1
Freylekh Fridays is a monthly, multigenerational Shabbat evening, complete with a family-friendly Teddy Bear…
Mar
7 2025
Purim Family Fun
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Temple Israel
1301 Prince of Wales Drive
Ottawa, ON K2C 1N2
Join us at Temple Israel for a fun filled Purim potluck and service
Mar
7 2025
Teddy Bear Shabbat
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1
Welcome Shabbat with Rabbi Zuker in this family-friendly event. Sing Shabbat songs and enjoy snacks and cupcakes
This…
Mar
7 2025
Dances of Universal Peace
7:00PM - 9:00PM
First United Church
347 Richmond Rd
Ottawa,, K2A 0E7
No experience is necessary to do the dances, and no dance partner is needed. The movements are not difficult and…
Mar
9 2025
Soloway JCC Summer Camps Purim Carnival
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9
Join us at the JCC for a Pre-Purim Carnival. Carnival Style Games, giant blow up obstacle course, moon bounce, face p…
Mar
9 2025
Craft 'n' Schmooze
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1
Do you knit, macrame, sew, embroider, crochet, weave, or practice another crafting hobby? Come along, schmooze, and c…
Mar
9 2025
Young Adults Women's Day -Martial Arts & Meditation
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Join us as we celebrate Women's day with some Martial Arts & Meditation followed by some refreshments!
We will be doi…
Mar
9 2025
Lecture by Shenderovich
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Soloway JCC
A lecture (in Russian) by an Israeli artist and author Viktor Shenderovich.
Mar
10 2025
Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group
10:30AM - 12:00PM
This program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, ha…
Mar
11 2025
Not a Real Enemy: Author talk with Robert Wolf
10:15AM - 11:15AM
On Zoom
Not a Real Enemy tells the amazing story of Robert Wolf’s father who was living as a Jewish man in Hungary when the…
Mar
11 2025
Purim Party for Seniors
12:00PM - 2:00PM
1400 Coldry Ave
Ottawa, ON
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 noon until 2:00 pm cost: $10.00
Mar
13 2025
Esther Day - A Beatles Purim Schpiel - Beatles Sing Along at 7:30pm
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Temple Israel
1301 Prince of Wales Drive
Ottawa, ON K2C 1N2
Dig out your 60's gear as we tell the traditional story of King Ahasuargenant Pepper and his advisor Nowhre (Ha) Man.…
Mar
13 2025
Purim Under the Sea
6:30PM - 9:00PM
Chabad of Centrepointe
23 Palisade St.
Ottawa, K2G 5M6
Chabad of Centrepointe presents Purim Under the Sea!
6:30 pm: Kids Program featuring a giant bubble show, exciting cr…
Mar
13 2025
Purim party at KBI
7:00PM - 10:00PM
KBI
1400 Coldrey Ave
7:00 PM - Comedy Show with Bob Alper
8:00 PM - Drinks, hors d’oeuvres, “beit café”, karaoke
8:45 PM - Ma’ari…
Mar
13 2025
Bonds, Purim Bonds
7:30PM - 10:00PM
Downtown (exact address will be sent upon registration)
ON
The Young Professional Purim Party is an exciting, spy-themed celebration where intrigue meets tradition. Hosted by…
Mar
13 2025
J.O.Y. Jewish Ottawa Youth
7:30PM - 9:30PM
TailGators
1642 Merivale Road
Ottawa, ON K2G 4A1
Jewish Ottawa Youth runs a few programs a year where all Jewish Youth Groups and Programs come together to bring…
Mar
13 2025
Purim Celebration
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Chabad of Wellington West
Ottawa, ON
Purim celebration and Megillah reading.
Mar
14 2025
OTC's Purim in Legoland
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Ottawa Torah Centre
111 Lamplighters Dr
ottawa, ON k2j0c2
Join OTC for Purim in Legoland!
Delicious brunch
Advanced Lego Workshop (including Lego Robots)
LEGO Movie - Purim …
Mar
14 2025
Women's Megillah Reading
10:00AM - 11:45AM
Congregation Beit Tikvah
15 Chartwell Avenue
Ottawa, ON K2G4K3
Women and girls are warmly invited to Ottawa's 22nd annual women's Megillah reading, soulfully read by women for…
Mar
14 2025
Purim Party at MADA Ottawa: The Best Vibe in Town!
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Rivka Beck
Westgate Mall .1309 Carling Ave. Unit 45 ( Near Shoppers)
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7L13
https://www.madacentre.com/purim/ottawa
Mar
14 2025
Purim Party
11:30AM - 2:30PM
Young Israel
1762 Carling Ave
Ottawa, ON K2A 2H7
Purim party! 11:30 a.m. Megilla reading 12:00 Purim lunch 12:30 Magic show!
Mar
14 2025
Purim Pi and Pie
12:00PM - 2:00PM
CBTO
15 Chartwell Ave
Ottawa, ON k2g 4k3
Join us at CBTO for at beautiful Greek themed Purim Meal, with lots of food and good company.
Mar
14 2025
Purim in the Palace
4:15PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Machzikei Hadas
2310 Virginia Dr.
Ottawa, ON K1H 6S2
Please join us for a family friendly Purim Party on Friday March 14. We will begin with a Megillah reading at 4:15, f…
Mar
14 2025
OTC's Shabbat Dinner Purim Banquet
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Ottawa Torah Centre
111 Lamplighters Dr
ottawa, ON k2j0c2
Join OTC's annual Purim celebration. Megillah reading at 5:30, Cocktail hour at 6:00 & Shabbat dinner at 7:00.
Mar
14 2025
Purim Feast
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Chabad of Wellington West
Ottawa, ON
Purim celebration, and Friday night dinner.
Mar
16 2025
PJ Library & Newcomer Winter Meet Up
2:00AM - 4:00PM
PJ Library & Newcomers are invited to a Sugar Bush experience
Date: March 16
Time: 2 - 4 pm
Location: Log Farm, 670 C…
Mar
16 2025
KBI Kids Purim Carnival
3:00PM - 6:00PM
KBI
1400 Coldrey Ave
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM optional family-friendly megillah reading
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Bouncy castles, games, crafts, and mor…
Mar
17 2025
Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group
10:30AM - 12:00PM
This program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, ha…
Mar
18 2025
Malca Pass Book Discussion Group Meeting
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Kehillat Beth Israel Synagogue
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9
Review and discussion of Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton Reviewer: Kinneret Haimes
Mar
20 2025
Post-Purim Hockey Night
5:00PM - 9:00PM
Canadian Tire Centre
1000 Palladium Dr.
Ottawa, K2V 1A4
Celebrate your Jewish Pride at Post-Purim Hockey Night!
Join us for a Kosher Tailgate Party
Doors open at Legacy at 5:…
Mar
20 2025
Young Adult Singles Mingle - Speed Dating Trivia Night
7:30PM - 9:30PM
Shared upon registration
Join us for a new twist on speed dating. Gone are the boring prompts, WE are asking the questions! This event will be…
Mar
23 2025
Books and Bagels Jewish. Comedy: A Serious History Via Zoom
10:00AM - 11:30AM
by Zoom https://templeisraelottawa.zoom.us/j/84148690758
Virtual only, by Zoom https://templeisraelottawa.zoom.us/j/84148690758
Jewish Comedy: a Serious History by Jeremy Da…
Mar
23 2025
Bene-Israel of India
11:00AM - 12:30PM
On ZOOM
The Bene-Israel is the largest historical Jewish community from the Indian sub-continent, surpassing in numbers the…
Mar
23 2025
Are we Slaves to Our Habits?
7:00PM - 8:30PM
For more info/to register, please email danielle@jetottawa.ca
Mar
23 2025
Movies at KBI: Remembering Gene Wilder
7:00PM - 9:00PM
KBI
This loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string …
Mar
24 2025
Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group
10:30AM - 12:00PM
This program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, ha…
Mar
25 2025
Jewish-Christian Conversations Part 2
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Capital City Bikers' Church
155 Carillon St.
Vanier,
Friends of Israel - Building Bridges
The Bikers' Church proudly stands with the Jewish community and with Israel. Th…
Mar
26 2025
Ottawa Jewish Business Network
7:00PM - 9:00PM
SJCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A1R9
Join us for the first in Ottawa Jewish Networking Group. Let's build together a community of professionals and entrep…
Mar
28 2025
Multi-Generational Shabbat Dinner & Service
5:30PM - 8:00PM
KBI
1400 Coldrey Ave
Ottawa,
$36/Family $18/Person
Mar
30 2025
PJ Our Way
1:00PM - 2:30PM
Greenberg Families Library- Soloway JCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A1R9
PJ Library presents PJ Our Way, a monthly club exclusive for our PJ Library graduates ages 9-12 yrs old. This 1.5…
Mar
30 2025
Trivia night community event
7:00PM - 9:00PM
OJCS
Exciting Trivia event night at the OJCS, where the school community comes together for fun, laughter and friendly com…
Mar
31 2025
Schmooze & Schmear - A 65+ Jewish Men's Social Group
10:30AM - 12:00PM
This program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to meet and socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere, ha…
Mar
31 2025
Community Consultation and Town Hall
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Your Voice is Essential. Help Shape Our Jewish Ottawa!
WHAT IS HAPPENING?
Community consultations to map our community…
Mar
31 2025
Pre-Pesach Wine Tasting for Young Professionals!
8:00PM - 10:00PM
JET
1762 Carling Ave
Ottawa, ON K2A 2H7
Pre-Pesach Wine Tasting for Young Professionals! Join Capital Jewish Experience (CJX) for an exclusive Pre-Pesach…