Deadline for July 15 is July 5. Deadline for July 22 is July 12. Phone 416-391-1836. Fax 416-391-0829. E-mail [email protected].
ORILLIA SHUL
Orillia Country Shul resumes its Shabbat services in July and August. 10:30 a.m. Cantor Tom Schwartz leads on July 3, Prof. Elliot Melamet on July 10. 151 Creighton St. S. 705-327-7069.
MARCH WITH KULANU
Kulanu Toronto needs more feet on the street for Pride. If you would like to march with them to show your solidarity with queer Jews locally and in Israel, e-mail [email protected].
KIDS PROGRAM
Temple Sinai invites you to four fun-filled Monday mornings for toddlers and preschoolers. Kindermusik and KidzArt program. Start the day with a musical adventure and then get creative with a special craft project. For toddlers and preschoolers with a caregiver (great for grandparents, too). Mondays, July 5-26. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Members $100, guests $110. RSVP: [email protected], 416-271-7216.
SWING BAND
Megacity Swing Band performs Big Band classics from the 1930s and ’40s. 7 p.m. Barry Zuckerman Ampitheatre, Earl Bales Park.
MINI SCHOOL
Melton Adult Mini-School offers a 5-week poetry and prose class at Beth Tzedec. “Israel Society as Seen Through Modern Hebrew Literature.” 10:30 a.m. For graduate and 3rd-year students. A few spaces left. 416-789-7400.
CHRISTIE PITS RIOT
Cyril Levitt, sociology professor at McMaster University and co-author of The Riot at Christie Pits, speaks about the riot. July 8, 12 p.m. Free Times Café, 320 College St. $15 cash. Includes lunch, tax, tip and program. RSVP: [email protected].
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YARCHEI KALLAH
Canadian Friends of Nishmat invites the public to their 16th annual Yarchei Kallah. Simi Peters from Nishmat in Jerusalem speaks on “The Lure of Enchantment, Bi’lam and the Power of the Word.” July 13-15. Or Chaim Yeshiva, 159 Almore Ave. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. each morning. Afternoon session also. $30 per class, $5 for sourcebook. [email protected].
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Am Shalom Congregation in Barrie holds its 8th annual golf-tournament fundraiser, in collaboration with Gilda’s Club, Barrie. July 23, Innisbrook Golf Course. 2957 Lockhart Rd. Shotgun start 8 a.m. $180, includes draw package, breakfast, lunch, golf cart, silent auction and prizes. Tax deductible sponsorship levels available. 705-792-3949.
HERZL EXHIBITIONS
The Beth Tzedec Reuben and Helene Dennis Museum presents two exhibitions on Theodor Herzl, commemorating the 150th anniversary of his birth. Herzl, the Pursuit of the Zionist Vision: Up Close and Personal and The Herzl Collection of David Matlow explore the Zionist and personal history of Herzl. To Nov. 28. For info or tours: Marlene, 416-781-3514 ext. 234 or [email protected].
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Jewish Information Service of Greater Toronto needs volunteers during the day, four hours weekly for info desk. Computer skills and fluent in spoken and written English essential. Hebrew and Russian-language skills asset. For info: Barbara, [email protected], 416-631-5843.
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS
Beth Tzedec’s beginner yoga class starts July 14, 6:30 p.m. Eight-week program, in the Kimel Family Gym. $80, $15 per class. Jeff Cappe: [email protected].
HOSPICE THORNHILL
Hospice Thornhill plants the first flowers and shrubs in its memorial garden on July 9. All who have had a relationship with the hospice over the years, including presently, are invited. 12 p.m. Those attending are invited to plant an annual or perennial plant in memory of their loved one.
ZIONISM LECTURES
Shaarei Shomayim Brotherhood, the entertainment and cultural committee and the Israel action committee present “150 Years of Zionism,” a 6-week lecture series with historian Gerald Ziedenberg. Starts July 13, 8 p.m.. with “Theodor Herzl: An Assimilated Jew to Charismatic Founder of Modern Zionism.” All lectures followed by a discussion of current Israeli affairs. All are invited. Members free, guests $2. Light refreshments. 416-789-3213, www.shomayim.org.
FALL LUNCH AND LEARN
Tickets for Beth Tikvah’s fall lunch and learn series on sale now. Speakers include Cantor Beny Maissner, Dr. Ronald Pruessen, Gerald Ziedenberg, Dr. Doris Bergen, Lily Poritz Miller, Bill Gladstone, Gary Clement, Marina Nemat and John Tory. By reservation only. 416-221-3433 ext. 352 or [email protected].
BBYO GOLF
The 16th Annual BBYO Friends and Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament. July 27, Nobleton Lakes Golf Course. Includes lunch, dinner, auction, raffle and much more. Shotgun at 12:15 p.m. Portion of the proceeds benefit Colon Cancer Canada and the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Register online at www.bbyo.ca/fan or call 416-398-2004, ext. 221.
PROSTATE CANCER
PCCN Toronto and Side by Side support groups invite the public to a Prostate Cancer Awareness Night meeting at the Toronto Botanical Garden (Floral Hall). 777 Lawrence Ave. E. July 28, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dr. Gerard Morton speaks on “Clinical Trials.” Question period follows. Free parking. Doors at 7. [email protected].
Active Seniors Miles Nadal JCC: Seniors computer course for absolute beginners. E-mail family and friends, find useful information. Eight weeks beginning Aug. 31. Afternoons. 416-924 6211, ext. 155.
Adath Israel Congregation. Wednesday social afternoons for men and women. Bridge, mah-jong, Rummikub, refreshments. $2. Everyone welcome. Pearl, 416-635-6317, or Marcia, 416-932-1229.
Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park. Casino Rama July 14, departs 10 a.m. Lunch and Laugh, Aug. 2 at 12 p.m. Canasta Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12-3 p.m. Walking group Tuesday and Thursday, 9-10 a.m. Social bridge Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m. Bingo Tuesday, July 6, 12:30-3 p.m. Sunday dances resume Sept. 19. Valerie, 416-395-7881. Non-members welcome.
LZA Senior’s Cultural Club. Tuesdays 10 a.m. Discussion group at Borochov Cultural Centre, 272 Codsell Ave. 416-630-9444.
Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W., 416-225-2112.
July 6, Lecture: “Jewish Female Artists.” With Rachel Levin. 10-11:30 a.m. $3 members, $6 guests.
New: Evening pottery, 6:30-9 p.m. Weekly starting July 7. Ruth, ext. 105.
July 8, Wellness Lecture: “What Is Cancer? Its Causes, Signs and Symptoms.” Toronto Public Health. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Free.
July 21, Israeli Festival. Vendors, entertainment and movie. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., 416-785-2500, ext. 2267.
Centre Island kosher picnic, July 5. Bus leaves for the dock at 11 a.m. and returns approximately 5:45 p.m. $15 members, $17 guests. Includes ferry cost, transportation and lunch.
For information on weekly creative arts programs, including ceramics, stain glass, acrylic painting and flower pressing, contact Meital, ext. 2939.
Billiards Club every Tuesday, 2-4 p.m.
The next fitness session begins Aug. 16. In-person registration is on Aug. 4 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the lobby. Cash or cheque. Advance registration from July 19 to 30.
Ice cream served in the lobby on Thursday afternoons, 2-3 p.m.
Breakfast club every other Friday starting July 2. Gathering Place, 10-11 a.m. Light breakfast and beverages served.
Internet lounge, Thursdays 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Computer-savvy volunteers can assist you in creating an e-mail account, sending and receiving e-mails and surfing the Internet. Free for members. Contact service desk to reserve your time or if you would like to volunteer.
Health in Motion open house. July 6, 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the lobby. Interact with staff and familiarize yourself with services you can use to your advantage. Appetizers and refreshments served. Ext. 5174.
Registration continues for Kolel’s summer ulpan. Introduction to Conversational Hebrew. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. July 6 to 29. $170. $100 for students and seniors (plus $30 book fee). Ext. 4235.
Tickets are still available for a variety of day and overnight trips. Call ext. 4235 or visit the website for details.
“Reverence and Regard: The Many Faces of Women in Hollywood Movies.” With Kevin Courrier. Wednesdays, July 7 to Aug. 4 (five weeks). Members $50, guests $60.
Latin Dance. Wednesdays, July 7 to Aug. 25 (eight weeks). 8:30-9:30 p.m. $60 members, $100 guests.
Lunch ’n’ Learn will be held on July 9 with Rabbi Moshe Stern.
Tic Tac Summer Program, July and August at the Prosserman JCC daycare and preschool. For 2 years+. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. A stimulating program and lunch are included. Register with Kailah, ext. 4351.
Treasures in Jewish Literature, brochure for next series 2010-11 is available on the website or at the registration desk.
750 Spadina Ave., 416-924-6211, www. mnjcc.org.
Michael Bernstein Chapel services. Sunday 8 a.m. Thursday 7:15 a.m. Kosher breakfast included. Coleman Bernstein, 416-968-0200.
Israel Dance Festival 2010: July 2-4. Friday night Shabbat dinner, performances and more! israelidancetoronto.com, Sofie at [email protected], 416-221-6280; Inbal at 647-271-1157, [email protected].
Vital Theatre Company presents Pinkalicious, the musical. July 3 to Sept. 19. Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. Premium tickets $39.50, regular tickets $29.50. Family four-pack for $100, until July 3. www.vitaltheatre.ca, 416-642-8973, ext. 200.
Koffler Centre of the Arts, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881, www.kofflerarts.org.
Koffler Fundraiser. Half Jewish, Half Very Jewish. Elon Gold’s Toronto première of his one-man show. July 6, 7 p.m. Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley St. $75. Tickets: 1-888-222-6608.
Create ceramic art pieces and engage in stimulating discussions about Judaism. For girls 12+ and their moms. Bubbies welcome, too! Mondays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. July 5-Aug. 30. E-mail [email protected], call ext. 4269.
Register now for three fun-filled and creative classes for kids: craft and draw, ages 4 to 6; drawing and painting, ages 6 to 9; portraits and landscapes, ages 10 to 15. Thursdays, July 8-Aug. 26. E-mail [email protected], call ext. 4269.
