What’s New deadline for the May 13 issue is May 3. Deadline for May 21 is May 10. Phone 416-391-1836. Fax 416-391-0829. E-mail [email protected].
BUSINESS LUNCH LECTURE
“Seeking Peaceful Coexistence in the Middle East.” Ibrahim Abu Shindi, director of the Arab Community Center in Jaffa, is speaker. Moderater is Stewart Bell, National Post reporter. 12 p.m. Fogler, Rubinoff LLP, 95 Wellington St. W., Suite 1200. $20. Reserve at 416-966-0722 or projectmanager@ speakersaction.com.
KIDNEY DONOR
Chabad Communities of the GTA: “Stranger than Kindness: Why I Donated my Kidney to a Stranger,” with Rabbi Ephraim Simon. A 24-year-old community member needs a kidney. Find out how kidney donation can save lives. Free. 7:30 p.m. Chabad Lubavitch, 770 Chabad Gate. Every attendee eligible to win two tickets to Israel.
BOUTIQUE NIGHT
Temple Sinai Congregation holds its Eighth Annual Boutique Night. Accessories, stationery, artwork, beauty and wellness items, kitchenware. Free admission and prizes. 4-9 p.m. Call Marcie, 416-487-3281.
MUSICAL CELEBRATION
Temple Sinai Congregation presents Ben Steinberg Musical Celebration, recognizing Jewish music and musicians. Performances by Cleveland Duo, James Umble and Igor Gefter. 8 p.m. Free.
MINYAN
Toronto Partnership Minyan (Thornhill) meets at Reena Battle Centre, 927 Clark Ave. W. Shiur 9 a.m. Services 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following. [email protected].
HUMANISTIC JUDAISM
Oryanu Congregation for Humanistic Judaism presents “An Introduction to Humanistic Judaism.” 10:15 a.m. 131 Fenn Ave. RSVP to Roby, 416-385-3910, [email protected].
AUTISTS GALA
A gala celebration of art and jazz supporting youth with autism. Starts 5 p.m. with silent auction. Koerner Hall, The Royal Conservatory, 273 Bloor St. W. Chaka Khan and Matt Savage perform. Tickets start at $65. Hindy Abelson, 416-322-7877, ext. 307. www.theautistsgala.com
LAG B’OMER
Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda invites you to Sing with Israel, a sing-along evening with Mickey Lewin. In celebration of Lag b’Omer. 7 p.m. Free. 416-633-3838.
CHARITY CONCERT
Varsity Jews in Technicolour, a University of Toronto Jewish a cappella choir performance. 7:30 p.m. Beth Torah congregation. General admission $18, $12 for under 18, $8 for university students. $72 for sponsors. Prices go up $2 at the door. Proceeds go to Ve’ahavta. 416-913-2424 for tickets.
SPRING LECTURE SERIES
The Temple Emanu-El Spring Lecture Series presents “Architecture in the Age of Shakespeare: Castles, Courts and Wonders” with Christy Anderson, professor of fine arts. 2-4 p.m. $10. 416-449-3880.
TRIBUTE TO HERZL
“Rabbi Feder’s Personal Musical Tribute to Theodor Herzl,” presented by Rabbi Avraham Feder. On occasion of Herzl’s 150th birthday, a concert of Hebrew, Yiddish and English favourites. Beth Tikvah, 8 p.m. $10. Esther, 416-221-3433, ext. 303.
JEWISH HEALTH ALLIANCE
Jewish Health Alliance presents “Maimonides’ Cure of the Soul: Medieval Precursor of Psychoanalysis” with author Dr. David Weiss. 8 p.m. Pine Villa, 1035 Eglinton Ave. W. $10. 416-208-0610 to RSVP.
LUNCH AND LEARN
Matthew Teitelbaum, CEO of the AGO, speaks at Beth Tikvah on “Building the new AGO: Challenges and Pleasures.” 12:15 p.m. Reserve. Tickets $20 each. Beth Tikvah members, 4 for $65; non-members, 4 for $75. 416-221-3433, ext. 352.
CASTING CALL
Broadway revue to benefit Ve’ahavta. Be part of a team of amateur performers who can make a committment. Mandatory information session 7-8 p.m. Bialik Hebrew Day School multi-purpose room, lower level. RSVP at [email protected].
TE’AMIM
Tobie Strauss, postdoctoral fellow at U of T, speaks on “The Melodies of the Te’amim” – what they signify, how their tunes differ across bibical books and Jewish communities and how they help convey meaning. 7:30 p.m., First Narayever Congregation. Information at 416-927-0546.
SARAH SEFER SOCIETY
Women are invited to discuss The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery. Reviewed by Marilyn Herbert. Free. Beth Sholom, 7:30 p.m. Information, [email protected] or 416-783-6103.
GERMANY IN THE 1930S
Beth Tikvah presents “The Wedding Dress,” about how laws passed in Germany during the early 1930s impacted women. 8 p.m. Speaker Doris Bergen, Chancellor Rose and Wolfe Professor of Holocaust Studies at U of T. Non-members $5. 416-221-3433, ext. 303.
BOOK STUDY
Rabbi Aaron Flanzraich speaks on James Carroll’s book Constantine’s Sword. Beth Sholom, 7:30 p.m. Following is a viewing of the film by Oscar nominee Oren Jacoby. Free. andrea@ bethsholom.net, 416-783-6103.
SEPHARDI ZIONISM
Sarah Taieb-Carlen, professor in the Centre for Jewish studies at York University, speaks on “Sephardi Zionism: From Biblical to Modern Times.” Beth David, 7:30 p.m. Free. 416-633-5500.
AT SHAAREI TEFILLAH
Spring lecture series starts with “Judaism and Vegetarianism” with Rabbi Michael Skobac. 8 p.m. Free. Register at 416-789-0020.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Hospice Thornhill seeks volunteers for its organ and tissue committee – for community outreach, administration work, serving as interpreters and assisting at an organ and tissue donation information evening in September. Jon Levy, 905-764-0656, ext. 224, [email protected] or Heather Lamasz, 416-409-4080.
FILM SCREENING
Po-lin: The Slivers of Memory, Beneath the Eye of Time and Painting Daddy. Commentary by Prof. Piotr Wrobel follows. May 10, 7:30 p.m. Innis Town Hall, University of Toronto. Suggested donation: $5 members, $8 non-members.
LOSS, GRIEF AND HEALING
Bereaved Jewish Families of Ontario holds a family program: “Loss, Grief and Healing in the Book of Ruth” with Rabbi Rena Arshinoff, chaplain at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. Thursday, May 13, 7:30 p.m. Congregation Habonim, 5 Glen Park Ave. 416-638-7800, ext. 202, to RSVP.
CULTURAL CONCERT
Juno nominee Aviva Chernick performs at Pride of Israel with Aaron Lightstone, Ernie Tollar and Adam Campbell. May 16. Silent auction 7 p.m., concert 7:30. 416-226-0111, ext. 10.
BROADWAY MUSIC
Broadway from the Bimah, a concert of Broadway music and show tunes. Martin Hamlisch and Cantor Alex Stein perform. May 27, 7:30 p.m. Starting at $36. 416-635-5340, [email protected].
JF&CS GROUPS
Call Shawna Sidney, 416-638-7800, ext. 215, or go to www.jfandcs.com.
Note: registration required for all programs.
Life Skills for Today’s Woman: Six-session group for women wanting to make a change in their lives by enhancing life skills. April 29, 7-9 p.m. Lipa Green Centre.
For Men after Divorce: A six-week group for men experiencing separation or divorce. Topics include how to let go of grief and sadness over the loss of your relationship and being an effective single parent. Starts May 3. Promenade Mall, Suite 313. 7:30-9 p.m.
Looking Ahead: A six-session group for newly separated or divorced people dealing with feelings of loss, anger, loneliness and wanting to move forward. Starts May 5 at Promenade Mall. 7-9 p.m.
Dating in Midlife: A six-session group for men and women in midlife (40+) who have been single for 2 or more years and are looking to nurture a lasting relationship. Starts May 12, Lipa Green Centre. 7-9:30 p.m.
Social Networking in the 21st Century: Workshop for parents on the dangers and realities of what kids may be sharing with the world. With Chris Vollum. May 13, 7-9 p.m. Lipa Green Centre. Space limited.
Active Seniors Miles Nadal JCC: May 13, 1:30 p.m. “The Rise of the Early Toronto Jewish Community.” Bill Gladstone speaks. 416-924-6211, ext. 155.
Adath Israel Congregation: Wednesday social afternoons for men and women. Bridge, mah-jong, cards, refreshments. Everyone welcome. $2. Call Pearl, 416-635-6317 or Marcia, 416-932-1229.
Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park. Sunday dance, May 16 7-10 p.m., live music; Casino Rama, May 12: departs 10 a.m.; line dancing Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m.; bingo Tuesdays, 12:30-3 p.m.; social bridge Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m. Valerie, 416-395-7881.
Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W., 416-225-2112
Tuesday, May 4. Lecture, “The Nobel Prize and the Jews” with historian Gerald Ziedenberg. 10-11:30 a.m. $3 members, $6 non-members.
Wednesday, May 5, wellness lecture. “Brain Health and Memory Wellness” with Dr. Norman Park. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Free.
Thursday, May 6. Book talk and tea with author Sylvia Welsh discussing The Queen of Unforgetting. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $5 members, $8 non-members.
Sherman Campus, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881 or www.prossermanjcc.com.
“What are SUPERFOODS and how do I eat them?” Ricki Heller gets you on the path to healthy eating. May 5, 7-9:30 p.m.
May 11, 1-1:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Register for the Living Rhythm Drumming program. Drum to the beat, stomp your feet! Sing, play, move and create a rhythm circle. Space filling up fast. Parent participation. $10.
Contact registration desk to recieve a $25 discount on courses from the Department of Adult Programs, including Ryerson/Chang course, theatre classes, dance, mah-jong and more. Ext. 4235.
750 Spadina Ave., 416-924-6211 or www. mnjcc.org.
Enter the 2010 Canadian Jewish Playwriting Competition. $1,000 prize for the winning playwright. Deadline is June 30. Submission guidelines at www.mnjcc.org or contact Esther Arbeid at [email protected], 416-924-6211, ext. 606.
Thursday, May 6, The Toronto Comic Arts Festival presents author James Sturm on his new graphic novel Market Day. Special guest Miriam Libicki. Free. [email protected] or [email protected].
