Vered Israel Cultural & Educational Program
The Vered families have established a special program to foster Israeli culture in Ottawa. The Vered Israel Cultural & Educational program presents concerts, lectures, and exhibitions in association with the Embassy of Israel, as well as other organizations.
Contact: Ella Dagan 613-798-9818 x243 edagan@jccottawa.com
Upcoming Programs
Annual Chanukah Gift Fair
All your holiday shopping needs in one place. Discover gifts, artisanal items, handmade art and jewelry from Israel and local artists, books, and more.
Sunday, November 15 ➜ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Vendors Welcome!
Vendor applications will be accepted until September 30.
For vendor opportunities, please contact edagan@jccottawa.com.
A Musical Journey Through Eastern Europe
Heritage, tradition, and memory.
Join us on a captivating musical journey through Bulgaria, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, Western Russia, and Belarus. Explore the rich folk traditions, vibrant melodies, and distinctive musical voices of these lands through the works of their composers—from world-renowned masters to lesser-known and rediscovered gems. Discover the remarkable contributions of composers of Jewish heritage and the cultural influences that helped shape this diverse and fascinating musical landscape. Through music, we will uncover stories of cultural identity, shared heritage, and the artistic connections that transcend borders and generations.
An inspiring musical experience celebrating the beauty, diversity, and enduring spirit of Eastern and Central European music.
Sunday, December 13 ➜ 3:00 pm
Vlada Chametka, Galina Rezaeipour, David Medina – VIOLINS
Nina Gordon – CELLO
Misha Rykov – GUITAR
Alexandra Golod – PIANO
Lindsey Sikora – MEZZO-SOPRANO
Limited tickets available at the door
HaKibbutz
Meet, play and grow in Hebrew.
The first social enterprise in Ottawa for Hebrew-speaking children in which they will develop values-based leadership skills, create meaningful social connections, and of course have fun, all in Hebrew.
Register
For more information contact Marina mkornblum@jccottawa.com
To apply for financial assistance click here.
Hebrew Books
The Vered Israel Cultural Program offers a collection of books in Hebrew, in addition to children’s books available at the Greenberg Families Library. To view the collection, please contact edagan@jccottawa.com.
Audio/ebooks are accessible through the Libby app.
Israeli House
Israeli House was founded by the Vered Israel Cultural & 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.
Israeli house is a great place to meet other Israelis and chat in Hebrew. Our Chanukah, Purim and Tu B’av parties are full of Israeli music and flavor. We have all the information about Israeli performers coming to Ottawa and Montreal. Join us and the 300+ Ottawa families already involved in Israeli House.
Information about events and a schedule of Israeli House meetings and celebrations are distributed via e-mail to all members. Membership is free.
