Author Douglas Century turns childhood fascination to literary triumph about Hannah Senesh
By Mark Cooper (AJNews) – Long before he was a bestselling author, Douglas Century sat in a 1970s Calgary elementary school classroom learning Yiddish and…
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Mira Campbell spreads the joy of PJ Library in Edmonton
by Regan Lipes The name Mira Campbell is probably one of the most recognized names in the Edmonton Jewish Community. Though there are countless reasons…
A Resounding Yes to a Jewish Community Event in Calgary
Choirs of the World strikes a chord across Calgary By Jana Zalmanowitz (AJNews) – At a time when many Jewish communities are feeling isolated, Calgary’s…
Halpern Akiva Academy rocks an 80’s Retro Gala Dinner in Calgary
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – It was a fun and festive evening on June 7 as the Halpern Akiva Academy held an 80’s Retro Gala…
AJP enhances Judaic learning for students in Edmonton
by Regan Lipes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – The Ancillary Judaic Program, lovingly referred to by parents and youngsters as AJP, is a valuable…