Welcome to the Okanagan Jewish Community Association (OJCA)
The OJCA is a Synagogue (Beth Shalom Synagogue) and Community Centre (OJCC) located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley in Kelowna, British Columbia.
With a diverse membership consisting of Jews with Orthodox, Conservative and Reform backgrounds, the Okanagan Jewish Community has styled itself to conduct its services and celebrate holidays in an all inclusive fashion. As a result of the strength which this diversity brings, the OJCA has evolved to be a progressive Jewish community with a growing and enthusiastic membership. As well, the OJCA has historically maintained an active involvement and a strong presence in the mainstream of the culturally diverse Okanagan community at large.
*Click here for Membership information.*
OJC's Very Own Musical Talent: HALEY K TURNER
It was only a few years ago, that the only likely way to catch Haley K Turner singing her original tunes was if the lights were out! And so perhaps that is why this vivacious singer songwriter from Kelowna, BC proves to be one of Canada’s hidden talents. With unabashedly cheerful, and deceptively clever lyrics her debut record titled “Ready or Not” begs for acoustic guitars and strummy choruses. With comparisons to Dido, Lisa Loeb and Chantal Kreviazuk, it’s hard not to be mesmerized by Haley’s sweet delivery and refreshing spirit. And with an uncanny sense of humor she’s a pleasure to watch.
HALEY'S FIRST CD "READY OR NOT" IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: WWW.HALEYKTURNER.COM
OR AT THE OJC GIFTSHOP FOR $10
PHILOSOPHER'S CAFE:
Click here to view Mel Kotler's year end review
NEXT SHABBAT SERVICE:
SATURDAY MAY 26th - 10:00am
Please join us on Saturday May 26th at 10:00am for the Bar Mitzvah of Jordan Renning. Morning services will be lead by Jeremy Finkleman and Sam Larry. A wonderful luncheon will follow services in celebration of Jordan's Mitzvah.
FRIDAY JUNE 1st and SATURDAY JUNE 2nd
Please join us as Rabbi Joel Schwartzman returns to the Okanagan for a wonderful weekend.
Friday: 7:30pm
Saturday: 10:00 (Pot Luck Lunch to follow)
More details to be announced soon.
OJC 15th ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT:
SUNDAY JULY 15th 2012. Harvest Golf Club
We are in the early planning stages for the Okanagan Jewish Community’s 15th Annual Golf Tournament taking place on: Sunday July 15th, 2012
at the Harvest Golf Club.
Proceeds from this event help fund many educational and family programs in the community. As well, In lieu of a welcoming gift to each golfer a donation will be given to “The Sunshine Foundation”. The Sunshine foundation makes dreams come true for children living in the Okanagan, who are challenged by severe physical disabilities or life-threatening illnesses.
Our tournament is attended by 144 golfers and registration includes Brunch, Golf and a sit down Prime Rib dinner. On course food is sponsored by Moxies, Milestones, Dairy Queen, Ric's Grill, Tree Brewery, Summerhill Pyramid Winery and Mr. Mozzarella. Other course sponsors include WestJet, BMW, General Motors, Sanger Boats, West Edmonton Mall, Bank of Montreal and many more.
Please contact me if you would like to volunteer and help make this a successful event:
David Spevakow Ph: 250-317-5283 or dspevakow@gmail.com
*Click here for further information or to register online*
*** Special Tournament Weekend Hotel Rates available at the brand new Sandman Signature Executive Tower.
Call 1-800-SANDMAN and reference Booking #327919
