PJ Library of Vancouver

05/12/2026

Our PJ Library professionals Katia Fermon and Elvira Molochkovetski joined colleagues from across North America at the PJ Library Conference, coming together for learning, connection, and shared purpose.

Rooted in relationship‑building and Jewish pride, the conference centred on peer‑led learning, open conversations about challenges, successes, and creative approaches to strengthening Jewish family life.

04/24/2026

Join us for a meaningful and joyful morning at Picnic Tikkun Olam in Victoria.

We’ll enjoy a relaxed community picnic, followed by a beach and park clean-up as part of our Tikkun Olam activity.

We’ll then celebrate Shavuot together with a sweet ice cream treat 🍦

📅 Date: Sunday, May 24th
📍 Location: Victoria (exact location shared upon registration)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Register now: jewishvancouver.com/victoria-picnic

04/23/2026

Today is World Book Day, a global celebration of books and reading!📚
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Here are two ways you can celebrate with us:
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1. Spread the word about PJ Library to friends and family members. ⁠ 📣
2. Read a favorite PJ Library book (or discover a new one) and celebrate the power of reading with your family. 📕

04/19/2026

Join us for a warm Sunday picnic as we celebrate Lag B'Omer by the beach in Victoria! Enjoy an afternoon of community, connection, and classic bonfire treats. 🌅🔥

📅 Date: Sunday, May 3rd
📍 Location: Victoria (exact location shared upon registration)
⏰ Time: 5:00–6:30 PM

Learn more: jewishvancouver.com/victoria-lag-baomer

04/16/2026

Yom Ha'atzmahut: A Blue & White Bash with Congregation Beth Israel Vancouver Neighbourhoods and PJ Library!

Celebrate Israel's birthday with a fun family afternoon!

We will have music (a live DJ!), craft stations, and activities that will help us travel through the history and culture of Israel during it's 78th birthday!

Register here: bethisraelvan.shulcloud.com/form/FamilyYomH-BlueWhiteBash-April2026.html

04/15/2026

We are thrilled to welcome The Challah Mom, Anat Ishai to Vancouver for a large, interdenominational, cross-community women’s challah bake.

Anat’s mission is simple but powerful: to bring women from all walks of Jewish life together to strengthen one another, and in doing so, strengthen the next generation.

✨ All women and children are welcome.
✨No prior baking experience needed - just an open heart.

Register here: https://ow.ly/wxQP50YyQnG

In partnership with National Council of Jewish Women of Canada - Vancouver, Temple Sholom - Vancouver, Canada, Or Shalom Synagogue, Chabad Lubavitch BC, Congregation Schara Tzedeck, Community Kollel, Beth Tikvah Congregation Richmond, BC and Congregation Beth Israel Vancouver.

04/12/2026

Grab your chair and join us for a chill teen hangout around the fire pit! Roast marshmallows, bake potatoes, play games, and just kick back with friends (old and new!).

When: Wednesday April 15th | 6–8 PM
Where: Victoria (exact location shared after registration)
Who: Teens 12–18
Bring: Your own outdoor chair & a jacket for the outdoors

Click here to learn more and register: jewishvancouver.com/sababa-around-the-fire

04/10/2026

This past Saturday night, a small group of PJ Our Way kids, ages 8–12, came together at a trampoline park for a fun and energetic evening in Victoria.

During the glow-in-the-dark trampoline party, kids enjoyed being active, made new friends within the Jewish community, and built stronger connections with one another.

04/01/2026

Our friends at PJ Library have put together this collection of activities, recipes, educational resources, and more to help you make Passover meaningful and memorable for kids and grownups:

Find everything you need for a kid-friendly Passover. Recipes your child will love, activities to keep them engaged, videos to watch together, and more.