Deadline reminder: The deadline for the issue of Feb. 27 is Feb. 17. The deadline for the issue of March 6 is Feb. 24. All deadlines are at noon. Phone 416-391-1836, ext. 269; email [email protected].
Thursday, Feb. 20
FAMILY CAREGIVERS
A support group for people caring for parents with cognitive or physical impairments will meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., starting today at the Day Centre for Seniors, 1600 Steeles Ave. W. To register, call 416-635-2900, ext. 499.
Saturday, Feb. 22
FIDDLER SING-A-LONG
Makom holds a Sing-Along Fiddler on the Roof fundraiser. Prizes for the best costumes. 8 p.m., Al Green Theatre. Tickets include lyrics, snacks and props. $36/$45. For tickets, www.makomto.org/fiddler.
SCHWARTZ DYNASTY
Beth Tikvah Synagogue shows the film Schwartz Dynasty (in Hebrew with subtitles), 7:30 p.m., $5/$10. Call 416-221-3433, to register.
TEEN IMPROV NIGHT
Pride of Israel Synagogue holds a night for teens to learn improvisation and dramatization, 7-9 p.m. Call to register, 416-226-0111, ext. 10.
CRASH COURSE IN HISTORY
Judy Hazan discusses “The Great Revolt and Masada,” 9:30 a.m., Lodzer Synagogue, 12 Heaton St.
PJ PARTY
Shaar Shalom Synagogue holds a Havdalah and movie night, starting at 7 p.m. Contact
Sunday, Feb. 23
PLAY MAH-JONG
Come play or learn mah-jong with Shoshana Chapter of Hadassah-WIZO, 2:15 p.m., Earl Bales Community Centre. $36. To register, call 416-630-8373.
ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
An open house about summer programs for adults with special needs will be held at 7:30 p.m., DANI Centre, 501 Clark Ave. W., Thornhill. Co-sponsored by Camp Moshava and Moshava Ba’ir. For more information, email [email protected].
KOL AMI BUSINESS CIRCLE
Kim Ades, president of Frame of Mind Coaching and JournalEngine Software, is the guest speaker at Temple Kol Ami’s business circle, 1 p.m. Call 905-709-2620.
MAKE A TALLIT
Join Judaic textile artist Lisa Rose to create a tallit at Temple Sinai. $72 for full-day workshop (includes materials and lunch). Call 416-487-3281, or email [email protected].
THE LION SEEKER
Author Kenneth Bonert discusses his award-winning novel, The Lion Seeker, 7:30 p.m., First Narayever Synagogue, 187 Brunswick Ave. Free. Call 416-927-0546.
JEWISH DIVERSITY
Kalman Weiser discusses “Diversity Within the Jewish People: Ashkenazi and Sephardi Communities,” 7:30 p.m., Lodzer Synagogue. $10.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
ON THE SLOPES FOR CANDY
Canadian Shaare Zedek Hospital Foundation hosts a ski and snowboard day in memory of Candy Schaffel Black. Tickets include ski pass, transportation, kosher breakfast and lunch. Spa alternative for non-skiers. $195. For tickets, visit www.slicetheice.ca.
RUSSIAN CAREGIVERS
Psychologist Victoria Orekhovsky will speak at a seminar for Russian-speaking family caregivers on “Psychological well-being when caring for a family member,” 6:30 p.m., Circle of Care Day Centre for Seniors, 1600 Steeles Ave. W. To register, call 416-635-2900, ext. 498.
Upcoming Events
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to spend time with seniors along the Bathurst Street corridor. Call Lysa, 416-635-2900, ext. 496, or email [email protected].
Volunteers who speak Russian, Yiddish, Hungarian, German, Polish, Cantonese or Romanian are needed to speak with clients at Baycrest. Call 416-785-2500, ext. 2572 or email [email protected].
Reena is looking for a friendly visitor to spend time with a Jewish man who is currently in Baycrest Hospital. Call Mille Chadwick 905-889-2690, ext. 2112 or email [email protected].
The Legal Information Service of Act to End Violence Against Women is seeking volunteer legal support workers to help women who have experienced abuse. Training is provided. Call 905-695-5374, or email [email protected].
WOMEN AND ABUSE
The Legal Information Service of Act to End Violence Against Women offers free legal support and guidance to Jewish women who have experienced abuse. Call 905-695-5374, or email [email protected].
YOUNG JUDAEA
Young Judaea holds its leadership convention Feb. 28-March 2. See www.youngjudaea.ca for details.
VENDORS WANTED
Vendors are wanted for a market March 23, benefiting B’nai Brith Canada and Uptown Chabad. Call Sandy Gordon, 416-605-0868, or email [email protected].
FAMILY HISTORY NEEDED
First Narayever Congregation is looking for family photos and stories, letters and other documents about downtown Jewish Toronto as it celebrates its centennial. Call 416-927-0546, or email [email protected].
HEBREW CLASSES
Beth Emeth Synagogue is offering a free Hebrew reading course for those who can slowly read Hebrew and want practice reading, singing and understanding prayers. Six sessions, starts March 2. Call 416-633-3838 to register.
KNITTERS/WOOL NEEDED
Act to End Violence Against Women is seeking donations of wool suitable for knitting hats and mittens. Knitters are also needed. Call 905-695-5372 or email [email protected].
REGISTER FOR CAMP
Registration for Chabad of Markham’s summer camp for children age 2-6 is now open. Call 905-886-0420, ext. 221 or online at www.kindercamp.ca
BEREAVEMENT GROUP
Pride of Israel Synagogue is offering a 6-week bereavement group for men and women who have lost a spouse, starting April 24. Call 416-226-0111, ext. 10 for more information.
FAREWELL BABYLON
Writer Naim Kattan discusses the Jews of Iraq, March 2, Congregation Darchei Noam, 7 p.m.
ORCHESTRA OF EXILES
Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto is showing the film Orchestra of Exiles with live classical music March 1, 8 p.m. Tickets, $18/$25. www.bayt.ca or 905-886-3810.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Debby Feldman of JF&CS discusses “Domestic violence and abuse in the Jewish community,” March 6, 8 p.m. Temple Har Zion.
WINE AND CHEESE PARTY
Beth David Synagogue hosts a wine-and-cheese reception, March 11, 7:30 p.m. Sample kosher wines for Passover and visit gift and craft boutiques. Tickets $10/$15. Call 416-633-5500, ext. 28 or www.bethdavid.com.
JF&CS GROUPS
GROUPS & WORKSHOPS
Registration is required for all programs. Classes are open to all members of the community, and fee reductions are available. Call Shawna Sidney 416-638-7800, ext. 6215 or visit www.jfandcs.com. All classes at the Lipa Green Centre, 4600 Bathurst St., unless otherwise noted.
The Challenge of Anger for Women: A 6-session group for women to learn how to express anger in an assertive, non-aggressive way. Starts Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m.
Looking Ahead: A 6-session group for newly divorced or separated individuals. Starts Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at the Lebovic Community Centre, 9600 Bathurst St.
Is There Life After A Death: A workshop for men and women under 50 who have lost a spouse in the last few years, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., Prosserman JCC, 4588 Bathurst St.
BEREAVED JEWISH FAMILIES
Bereaved Jewish Families of Ontario regularly provides 8-week self-help groups to bereaved parents. Call Beth Feffer at 416-638-7800, ext. 6244, or email [email protected].
FOR SENIORS
Adath Israel Congregation. Wednesday afternoon socials. Bridge, mah-jong, Rummikub. Call Sheila, 416-665-3333, or Marcia, 416-932-1229.
Association of Jewish Seniors presents Suzanne Cohen Share discussing “Accessibility: Know Your Rights” Feb. 20, Shaarei Shomayim Congregation. Breakfast at 9:30 a.m., presentation at 10 a.m. Free for members, $2 for guests. Call Arnold Foss 416-635-2900, ext. 458.
Shaar Shalom. Play bridge Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Lessons, 12:30 p.m. 905-889-4975.
Beth Emeth. Experienced mah-jong and Rummikub players meet Mondays and Wednesdays. 416-633-3838.
Temple Har Zion. Play mahjong Wednesday afternoons. Email [email protected].
Adult 55+Culture, Education, Community, Miles Nadal JCC. The Yiddish Swingtet performs Klezmer music for Purim, March 6. Doors open 1:30 p.m., show starts at 2 p.m. RSVP by Feb. 28. 416-924-6211, ext. 155, or email [email protected].
Bernard Betel Centre for Seniors 416-225-2112. Feb. 25, travel photographer Robert Shechter discusses “Amazing Arizona: Canyons and Red Rocks,” 10 a.m.; Feb. 26, Rita and Alex Maslov in concert, 1:30 p.m. Feb. 27, Barry Shainbaum discusses “Inspiration through music,” 1:30 p.m.
Charming Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park (60+). Valerie, 416-395-7881. Hairdresser/barber Feb. 27, 10 a.m. Casino Woodbine March 26 (register in advance). Tuesdays, seniors chair exercise, 10 a.m. (first class free); Tuesdays and Thursdays, social bridge, 12:30 p.m.
New Horizons is a Jewish Hungarian seniors club that offers kosher food and is looking for new members. Call George, 416-256-1892.
PROSSERMAN JCC
Sherman Campus, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881, www.prossermanjcc.com.
Registration for the 2014/2015 school year for the daycare and preschool has begun. Call Kailah Rubin, ext. 4250.
The book club discusses The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer Feb. 24, 1 p.m.
MILES NADAL JCC
750 Spadina Ave. 416-924-6211, www.mnjcc.org
Rabbi Michael Skobac discusses “The Mystical Meaning of the Hebrew Aleph-Bet,” Feb. 23, 11 a.m.
Noam Sienna discusses “Torah as Hard as Iron: The Story of Rabbi Akiva,” Feb. 23, 2:30 p.m.
Shlomo Schwartzberg discusses the work of director Steven Spielberg, 7 p.m. Feb. 24: “Cuteness and Controversy.”
A play reading of Tough Jews by Michael Ross Albert, will be held March 1, 7 p.m.
Purim Carnival, March 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Klezmer Music Ensemble conducted by Eric Stein meets Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. Call ext. 0 to register. The women’s chorus meets Mondays 7:30 p.m.; daytime choir meets Tuesdays, 1 p.m.
Harissa, Honey and Hyssop, photos by Nelli Sheffer, is on display in the gallery until Feb. 24.
Health and fitness: MELT Method-full body, Tuesdays until March 18, 7 p.m. or Wednesdays to March 26, 11 a.m.
Healthy breast yoga, Wednesdays to March 12, 12:15 p.m.; Beyond addiction yoga, Fridays to March 14, 6:30 p.m. To register for all fitness programs, email [email protected], or call 416-898-1818, ext. 574
Michael Bernstein Chapel holds services Thursdays at 7:15 a.m.; Sundays at 8 a.m. Call Coleman Bernstein, 416-968-0200.
SCHWARTZ/REISMAN CENTRE
Lebovic Campus, 9600 Bathurst St. 905-303-1821.
An osteoarthritis workshop will be held Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m.
The movie The Frisco Kid will be shown Feb. 24, 1 p.m.,
Israeli cuisine with a twist of Iraqi and French cuisine will be discussed Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.
Book club with reviewer Bruria Cooperman meets Feb. 28, 10:30 a.m.
Social club for singles 50+ meets March 1, 7:30 p.m. Live music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets $15-$23.
Social club for singles 35-50 meets March 8, 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a movie and social time.
To register for programs, call Andrea, ext. 3006, or email [email protected].
