What’s New deadlines: Monday, Nov. 23, is the deadline for the Dec. 3 issue, and Monday, Nov. 30, is the deadline for the Dec. 10 issue. I take calls Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Call 416-391-1836, fax 416-391-0829, or e-mail [email protected] or [email protected].
PARTNERSHIP MINYAN
Toronto Partnership Minyan (Central) meets at the Toronto Heschel School, Sheppard and Faywood. Shiur at 9 a.m., Services 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following. www.torontopartnershipminyan.com.
TORAH STUDY
Henry Alkin leads a study group on parshat Toldot, Beth Tikvah Congregation, 9:45 a.m.
INTERMARRIED COUPLES
Rabbi Eva Goldfinger leads Intertalk, for intermarried couples, their parents and grandparents. Topic is “Learning and Belonging: Community Acceptance of Intermarried Families via Jewish Literacy.” 10:15 a.m. Oraynu Children’s School, St. Andrew’s Jr. High School, 131 Fenn Ave. RSVP Roby, 416-385-3910, or [email protected].
CONCERT FOR AIDS
Jewish Humanitarian Volunteer Group presents Celebration of Hope concert, on behalf of AIDS orphans in Zimbabwe. Flutist Atarah Ben-Tovim host. Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, $30 adults, $20 students and seniors. Tickets: Rhona Charney, 905-886-6512, or Marleine Kay, 905-763-1136.
CELEBRATE YIDDISH
A Celebration of Yiddish Humour in English with a Yiddish Ta’am. Comedy, music, film, Elvis Shmelvis impersonator, Shalom Aleichem reading. Features Mitch Smolkin, David Gale, Jack Newman, Harvey Atkin, Alf Kwinter, Nina Shalilsky accompanist. $10 in advance, $15 at door. Beth Tikvah, 2 p.m.
PLANET 51
Leo Baeck Day School’s family film event features new release Planet 51. 10 a.m. Empress Walk theatre, 5095 Yonge St. $18 general admission, $70 family pack of 4. Sponsorship available. Contact Linda, 905-709-3636. Proceeds in support of educational programs, including the Siddur Project.
FILM REMAKES
First of three programs with Rabbi Martin Berman showing how successive generations of filmmakers handled The Jazz Singer. This week, the Al Jolson 1939 version. Shaar Shalom Synagogue, 7:30 p..m. Refreshments, followed by discussion. www.shaarshalom.ca
PTA BIALIK BOUTIQUE
Eighth annual PTA boutique event shopping extravaganza. 3-7 p.m. www.bialikboutique2009.com.
CAR ADVICE
Susan Winlaw, author of Car Advice for Women (and Smart Men) gives helpful hints like how to drive on a flat tire. Shaar Shalom Synagogue, 7:30 p.m. Free admission, free refreshments. Call Debbie Fitzerman, 905-731-9015, or [email protected].
“THE QUEENS OF EGYPT”
NCJWC’s final art history lecture features Deidre Kelcher speaking on “The Queens of Egypt.” Council House, 1:30-3 p.m. $10. To register, [email protected] or 416-633-5100.
TWO AT HAR ZION
The daytime program committee presents Prof. Arne Kislenko speaking on security and terrorism in Canada. Coffee, tea and cookies. 1 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5.
Adult Education Committee presents Rabbi David Forman, on the position and challenges of Reform Judaism in Israel. 7:45 p.m. 905-889-2252, ext. 5.
LUNCH AND LEARN
Journalist Brian Henry on “Media, Left Anti-Semitism and Israel.” Beth Tikvah, 12:15 p.m. Tickets $20. Reserve at 416-221-3433, ext. 352.
CHUG HATANACH
Chug Hatanach studies the Book of Job, chapters 6 and 7. Beth David Synagogue, 8 p.m.
WINGS OF HOPE GALA
Eating Disorders of York Region, dedicated to helping those affected by eating disorders, hosts its annual gala, Nov. 29, Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10266 Yonge St. Silent auction, dessert reception, “Music through the Ages,” Eating disorders specialist Dr. Randolf Staab to be honoured. $75, tax deductible for maximum amount. 7 p.m. Call 905-886-6632 or [email protected].
SHABBAT DINNER
NUJLS (National Union of Jewish Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Intersex Students) sponsors Kulanu Toronto Shabbat Dinner, Friday, Nov. 27, 7 p.m. Wolfond Centre Resource Room (36 Harbord St.). Free to students, non-students $25. Kosher meal catered by Hillel’s Sephardi chef, David Moyal. RSVP by Nov. 23 to [email protected].
SEND A KID TO CAMP
Camp Northland-B’nai Brith movie night and silent auction, screening of Old Dogs. Nov. 26, auction 6:30, movie 7:30 p.m. Empress Walk Theatre. Call 905-881-0018 or www.campnbb.com.
BETH TZEDEC SHABBAT
Dr. Rachel Adelman, professor, Hebrew Bible and rabbinics, Miami University, gives the Dr. Emil and Bessie Glaser Memorial Endowed Lecture. Torah Study after Shabbat morning service, Nov. 28 “When the Prophets Shook Their Fist at Heaven.” Seudah shlishit “Jacob Meets His Match: The Leah and Rachel Dilemma.” For more information, call 416-781-3511.
Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park. Casino Rama, Wednesday, Nov. 25. Ladies lunch with Avon, Dec. 14, noon, complimentary light lunch. Social bridge, Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m. A new program, line dancing, starts Thursday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Call Valerie, 416-395-7881.
Adath Israel Seniors. Everyone is welcome to come and meet people who share their interests. Bridge, mah-jong, cards, Scrabble, and more. $2 includes pastry, tea, coffee, tea, soft drinks. Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Call Pearl, 416-635-6317, or Marcia, 416-932-1229.
LZA Seniors Cultural Club discussion group, Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Borochov Centre, 271 Codsell. 416-630-9444.
BERNARD BETEL CENTRE. 1003 Steeles Ave. W. 416-225-2112.
Lecture – “Militant Islam and the West” with Gerald Ziedenberg, Dec. 1, 10-11:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members. Info session: “Where Is Your Medical Information When It’s Needed Most” Free. Call ext. 126.
WAGMAN CENTRE. 55 Ameer Ave. 416-785-2500, ext. 2267.
Therapists from Health in Motion in Terraces of Baycrest are experienced in treating patients with back and neck pain. To see if they can help you, call ext. 5174, or visit Inna, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the beauty salon.
Mindfulness Meditation Workshop. Josh Cohen holds a two-hour workshop on techniques of concentrating the mind so that peace and relaxation can be experienced. Thursday, Nov. 26, 1-3 p.m. Wagman Centre members $20, Non-members $26.
Billiards Club. All pool sharks are invited to join in a friendly game of billiards. Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, Music Room, 2-4 p.m.
Dear Abby Discussion Group meets Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. Fireside Lounge. Hone your creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Torah Study Group, Sundays, classroom A and B, 10:30-11:30.
Jewish Life lecture series. Fireside Lounge, Wednesday afternoons, 1:30 p.m. Review current issues and trends in Canada and around the world, with Rabbi Sholom Korn.
Wellness Lecture on “Oral Hygiene for Seniors,” presented by Bobbie Epstein and Doreen Benou, Geriatric dental education team, City of Toronto. Members free, guests $2 at the door. Assembly Room, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 1-2 p.m.
“The Golden King Tut and the Great Pharoahs,” at the Art Gallery on Ontario. Guided tour, Tuesday, Dec. 1. Bus leaves Wagman Centre 10:30 a.m. and returns 5 p.m. $33 members, guests $35.
Active Seniors. Miles Nadal JCC. An Afternoon in Praise of Yiddish. Favourite Yiddish proverbs, Yiddish and English. All levels welcome. 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 26. 416-924-6211, ext. 155.
Prosserman Jewish Community Centre, Sherman Campus, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881, or www.prossermanjcc.com.
Prosserman Fitness now open at the new Goldie Fitness Centre. Drop by to visit. For more information, including the group exercise schedule, call ext. 4105.
Register now for family programs, including My Messy Morning and Deborah’s Sing-a-long. Ext. 4235.
Registration for all senior social, recreational and educational programs now open. Ext. 4259 for information, and ext. 4235 to register. New this season, tai chi afternoon and evening classes. Adult learning courses in conjunction with Ryerson University.
Join Arts Unlimited to buy theatre tickets for the upcoming season. Ext. 4235.
Treasures in Jewish Literature book review series, ext. 4235.
Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre, 750 Spadina Ave., 416-924-6211 or www. mnjcc.org.
Toronto Jewish Film Society 2010 memberships on sale now. Subscription series of eight films, January to December 2010. Memberships, Joelle Malka, ext. 139, or [email protected], Info Esther Arbeid, ext. 606, [email protected].
Sundays on Bloor and Jazz Performance and Education Centre presents “Tragic Piano of Richard Twardzik,” by Jack Chambers. Nov. 22 $9 includes light refreshments. Info ext. 133 or [email protected].
Media Mondays. Nov. 23, “How Hollywood Looks at Religion,” with Shlomo Schwartzberg. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $15 drop-in fee. Ext.606.
Jacobs Lounge exhibition, “4 Cameras/1 Country. Israel,” as seen by Condina, Nausbaum, DeFreitas, Cralle. Ext. 133, [email protected].
YidRhythmics, with educator Brian Katz. Sunday, Nov. 29, 2 p.m. adult program, $15/person. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. Family program, $15/family. Register ext. 0. Info, [email protected], ext. 133.
Sundays on Bloor, Nov. 29, 11 a.m., Launch of Parchment 15, Canada’s annual of Jewish creative writing and criticism. Refreshments. Ext. 155.
Koffler Centre of the Arts, 4588 Bathurst St. 416-636-1881 or www.kofflerarts.com.
New installation by New York-based Israeli artist Joshua Neustein, dialogues with Dead Sea Scrolls through a poetic reflection on writing, religion and archeology. Until Jan. 17, at the Royal Ontario Museum. www.kofflerarts.org/whats-on
