June 20 is the deadline for the June 30 issue, and June 27 is deadline for July 7. Phone 416-391-1836, ext. 235; fax 416-391-0829; or e-mail [email protected]. This week’s What’s New was done by Carolyn Blackman.
SHAAR SHALOM BROTHEROOD
Capt. Michael Fitzerman will talk about Jews in the Canadian army and his role in Afghanistan, 7:45 p.m., at the synagogue. No charge, call 905-889-4975.
WOMEN’S DANCE NIGHT
Women’s International Dance Night at Kehillat Shaarei Torah, 7:30 p.m. $10 at the door. Proceeds to Crib Canada, working with Efrat, Israel, to provide baby items to women in need.
HALTON-PEEL SERVICE
B’nai Shalom Congregation of Halton-Peel, Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington and area monthly Shabbat service , 10 a.m. in Oakville. We are a Conservative egalitarian congregation with a warm, family feel. For information, www.bnaishalom.ca,, [email protected] or call: 905-901-9889.
ADATH ISRAEL DEDICATION
The community is invited to attend the dedication of a bris chair in memory of Alex Koenigsberg, 9 a.m. Services will be conducted by cantors Alex Stein and Lipa Glantz from Israel. Kiddush following services. Sponsored by Beverley and Sam Cohen and family.
Sunday, June 19
FATHER’S DAY
Father’s Day 9:15 a.m., Beth David B’nai Israel Beth Am Brotherhood presents “An Appreciation of our Colleagues.” Elections, and entertainment by Touch of Klez with Jonathan Abraham and his six-piece band. There will also be an enhanced breakfast. Admission $5 at the door. Open to all. Call 416-633-5500 or e-mail reservation to [email protected].
MEDINA THEATRE
A staged reading performance of The Dining Room, written by A.R. Gurney, directed by Mario D’Alimonte, 7:30 p.m., Temple Sinai. Admission, $7. Call 416-930-3773 or 416-785-0344.
LUNCH AND LEARN
Corey Keeble, curator of the department of world cultures, Royal Ontario Museum, will talk about “Judaica in Base and Precious Metals,” Beth Tikvah Synagogue, noon. By reservation only: Lunch and Learn hotline 416-221-3433, ext. 352, or e-mail [email protected].
TEMPLE HAR ZION GALA
A gala evening honouring Richard (Dick) Grimm, 7:15 p.m. at the temple. The evening includes dinner for $40 and cash bar for wine and beer. Guest is Lorne Rubenstein, senior golf writer for Score Golf and the Globe and Mail, who will speak about Dick’s involvement with golf and why he is called “Mr. Canadian Open.” RSVP, 905-889-2252, ext. 5.
BOOK LAUNCH
Toronto book launch for Edeet Ravel’s newest novel,The Last Rain, presented by New Israel Fund of Canada, 7 p.m, free. Northern District Library, 40 Orchard View Blvd.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Beit Halochem Canada’s Celebration of Life concert, Toronto Centre for the Arts, 7:30 p.m. The multimedia production from Israel, features virtuoso violinist SanYa Kroitor, singer and performer Sivan Talmor and Vladi Blayberg of the Israeli Idol. For tickets, contact 905-695-0611 or beithalochem.ca.
HOLOCAUST DATA
Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, and Canadian Jewish Holocaust Survivors are compiling a definitive database of Holocaust survivors living in Canada, through a grant from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany. If you, your parents, grandparents or someone you know is a Holocaust survivor, complete the form available on the website: www.holocaustcentre.com/About/Canadian-Holocaust-Survivors-Database. Call Efrat Daniel Porat, 416-635-2883, ext. 5259, for more information.
SPANISH TORAH CLASSES
Rabbi Abraham Bartfeld conducts Torah classes in Spanish, Wednesdays, 9 p.m., Beth Avraham Yoseph of Thornhill shul. Call 905-886-7935.
RIDE FOR KIDS
On June 26, the Zareinu Moveathon’s Ride for Kids with Special Needs will host a fully supported athletic experience for enthusiastic cyclists willing to take on a 50-, 100- or 162.5-km. challenge along the Niagara Escarpment. A fundraiser for the Zareinu Educational Centre of Metropolitan Toronto, a day school for kids with special needs. See www.moveathon.com.
HEBREW CAMP
JumpStart Hebrew is a one-week camp program at Beth Sholom Synagogue open to the community for children entering grades 1-4. Runs from Aug. 29-Sept 2 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and will be staffed by teachers from Beth Sholom Hebrew School. Activities include oral Hebrew, reading and reading readiness activities, music, drama and cooking. Lunch will be provided two days. Cost, $75 for members of Beth Sholom and Beth Sholom Hebrew School and $90 for the community. Contact Karen Goodis at [email protected] or at 416-789-6103, ext. 225, for more information and for registration
JEWISH GENEALOGY SOCIETY
The Jewish Genealogical Society of Canada presents a display celebrating 25 years of its history in Jewish Toronto, until June 30 at the Barbara Frum District Library, during library hours. Curated by Elaine Cheskes.
VIP EVENT
Reena’s annual VIP Event in support of Reena Foundation, takes place June 26, 4 p.m., at the Factory Lounge in Vaughan. $100 per ticket. For more information, call Jessica, 905-764-1081, ext. 30.
FRIENDS OF YIDDISH
Summer closing program “A Zemerl in Zumer,” June 26, 2 p.m., Beth Tikvah Synagogue. Musical afternoon features violinist Michael Ziskind and singer Arkadi Tulchinski. Members, free; guests $7. RSVP by June 22 to Sandy, 416-736-8073 or 416-458-1440, or Joel, [email protected].
Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park. (55+). Valerie, 416-395-7881. Half-price membership special. Casino Rama, July 13; Sunday dance, June 26, 7 p.m. Ongoing activities: Thursdays, social bridge 12:30 p.m.; Monday, June 20, line dancing, 10 a.m.; Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., fitness class with qualified instructor. Seniors woodworking, skilled craftsmen, repairs, etc. Call 416-630-6487.
Bernard Betel Centre, 416-225-2112. Tuesday, June 21, “Key Filmmakers of Our Time: Israel, Eytan Fox.” With Shlomo Schwartzberg, 10-11:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members; Thursday, June 23, Wellness Lecture, “The Connection between Stress, Exercise and Brain Health,” Toronto Memory Program, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Free.
LZA Seniors Cultural Club meets Tuesday mornings, 10 a.m. Borochov Cultural Centre, 272 Codsell, 416-630-9444.
Adath Israel Congregation. Wednesday afternoon socials. Bridge, mah-jong, Rummikub. Refreshments $2. Call Pearl, 416-635-6317, or Marcia, 416-932-1229.
Miles Nadal JCC Active Seniors. 416-924-6211, co-ordinator Phyllis, ext. 155. MNjcc Active 55+ choir. Everyone welcome. Meets Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.
Join us, and fill your life with the joy of singing in harmony. No experience necessary. $3 drop-in Info: [email protected] or Gillian, ext. 266.
Wagman Centre, 416-785-2500, ext. 2275. Entertainers of the Wagman Centre looking for energetic seniors. Now working on a program dedicated to the 1950s – folk tunes, crooners’ songs, rock ’n’ roll. Contact Judy Ross, 416-733-0580.
Association of Jewish Seniors.
To Our Good Health Seminar and Lunch, Tuesday, June 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Program: Sleep expert Dr. Jeffery Lipsitz on “Words to Sleep By” at 4169 Bathurst St., at Earl Bales Park. Members free, guests $10. Reservations required. Call Tammy, 416-635-2900, ext. 458.
Baycrest BRAVO Study
Can volunteering help with healthy aging? Baycrest is conducting a research study to measure the effect of doing volunteer work on the cognitive, physical and emotional health of retired volunteers. Individuals aged 55 or older, not working and not in another formal volunteer position (informal volunteer roles such as family care-giving are OK) and willing to contribute three volunteer hours per week at Baycrest over a 12-month period are invited to participate. Contact the Baycrest Volunteer Office, 416-785-2500, ext. 2572, or e-mail [email protected].
Sherman Campus, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881, www.prossermanjcc.com.
Mini Camp at the Prosserman JCC with Deborah Maes and Monique Shapiro, July 5, 12, 19 and 26. Ages: 18 months and up. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Mini Deborah’s Sing-along session, ages birth-4 years, July 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
For more information on these programs, call Monique Shapiro, ext. 4012
Shalom Singers choir always looking for singers. Rehearsals, Thursdays 10-11:30 a.m. Must be a social member. Annual fee $45 plus HST.
Joker’s Club, appropriate for all adults. Meets next on June 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Call Janet Klein Slavin, ext. 4259.
750 Spadina Ave. 416-924-6211. www.mnjcc.org.
Are you an adult child of Holocaust survivors looking for some support? Miles Nadal JCC with Baycrest free monthly support group. Next meeting, June 20, 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Miles Nadal JCC. For info: Shoshana Yaakobi (Baycrest): 416-785-2500, ext. 2271, [email protected]
DanceABILITIES, Mondays, ongoing to June 27, 1:30 p.m. A movement and dance-wellness class for people living with functional mobility challenges like Parkinsons, MS, cancer, arthritis, fibromyalgia, joint replacement, or for cane, walker, or wheel-chair users. More info: Colin Blayney, ext. 526, or [email protected].
Want to sing in a summer choir? No audition or experience required. Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. 10 weeks ongoing from Aug. 17. $80. Or pay as you go $10/week. Conductor: Gillian Stecyk. Info: [email protected] or ext. 133.