What's New


 
What’s New deadlines. Monday, June 29, is the deadline for the
July 9 issue. Monday, July 6, is the deadline for the July 16 issue.
There is no issue on July 23. All material for that day will be
included in the July 16 issue and must also be received by July 6.
Deadline for the July 30 issue is July 20. I receive calls on Mondays,
Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Phone 416-391-1836, fax 416-391-0829 or e-mail
[email protected] and  [email protected].

Saturday, July 4

Torah Class
David Schaeffer leads a Torah class on Parshat Chukkat/Balak. Beth Tikvah Synagogue, 10-11 a.m. For more information, call Henry Alkin, 416-491-4746.

Sunday, July 5

Singles Dance
Shaar Shalom Singles, in conjunction with Intersynagogue Singles (45+) holds its Midsummer Night’s Dance, featuring a live performance by James Regan of Tapps. 7:30 p.m. Refreshments, complimentary dance lesson with Don Otter. Admission $12. For information, call David, 416-224-9494.

Tuesday, July 7

Free Summer Fun
Entertainment all summer long at the Barry Zukerman Amphitheatre in Earl Bales Park, if CUPE strike is over. In case of rain, programs will be moved inside the Earl  Bales Community Centre. First Tuesday concert July 7, 7 p.m., Silverthorn Symphonic Winds Ensemble. Family fun events begin July 9, 5:30 p.m., with Chris McKool Trio concert at 7 p.m. For more information, call 416-392-3846.

Dead Sea Scrolls
First lecture in Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s lecture series on “The Dead Sea Scrolls: Unveiling Secrets of the Past, Revealing Truths in the Present,” including a visit to the exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum. Speakers Dr. Risa Levitt Kohn and Rachel Urowitz during July and then September and October. Packages only. CFHU board room, 3080 Yonge St., 5th floor. For more information, registration or questions, contact Jenifer Lev, 416-485-8000, [email protected] or www.cfhu.org.

Wednesday, July 8

 

Esther and the Qumran
Rabbi Wayne Allen asks “Was the Book of Esther part of the Qumran Canon?” Beth Tikvah, 8 p.m. First of a series of three study opportunities in connection with the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit at the ROM. Open to the community. No charge.

OTHER NEWS

PROSTATE CANCER
Man to Man and Side by Side prostate cancer support groups present a prostate cancer awareness night meeting, July 29, 7:30 p.m., Toronto Botanical Garden Floral Hall, 777 Lawrence Ave E. Guest speaker Dr. Kenneth Pace, on “Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy: Fact vs. Fiction.” Free parking. For more information, call 416-932-8820.

Religion & Judaism
Rabbi Michael Skobac discusses “Is Religion Killing Judaism?” July 14, Shaarei Shomayim Congregation, brotherhood and entertainment and cultural committee. Refreshments. Sisterhood Hall, 8 p.m. Members free; non-members $2. For more information, 416-789-3213.

 GARAGE SALE
JACS holds the first of several summer garage sales, Sunday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 1081 Alness St. Next garage sale July 26, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 696 Sheppard Ave. W.

Jewish Medical Ethics
International conference on Jewish Medical Ethics, Aug. 20-23, Tremblant, Quebec. Sponsored by Torah in Motion, the Orthodox Union and Yeshiva University. Speakers include Rabbi Kenneth Brander, Rabbi Michael Broyde, Dr. Beni Gesundheit, Dr. Cliff Librach, Rabbi Avraham Steinberg. Topics include genetic screening, terminal illness, treating terrorists. Information and registration at www.torahinmotion.org/medical, or 1-866-633-5770.

Mindscapes 2008
A travelling art exhibit features art produced by seniors with Dementia from Canada, Australia, Israel and the United States. Presented by the Alzheimer Society and the Society for the Arts in Dementia Care. 20 Eglinton Ave. W., 16th Floor. Until Aug. 31. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, Susan Sommers, 416-640-6309, [email protected], or www.alzheimertoronto.org.

Community Exhibits
The first series of the Community Exhibits Program for 2009-2010 features displays and exhibits from museums and archives across Ontario. Showcases the many facets of Ontario’s diverse communities. In the East Wing of the Ontario Legislature, the Ontario Jewish Archives exhibit tells the story of Toronto’s Jews and the garment industry. Until September 2009.

Volunteer Study
The Canadian government is supporting a study to determine the health benefits of volunteering. Retired boomers (over 55) in good health and not currently volunteering can sign up to volunteer at Baycrest to be part of the study. Contact Baycrest Volunteer Services, 416-785-2500, ext. 2572.

Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park. Casino Rama, July 22. Lunch and Laughter Club, Aug. 13, noon. Casino Niagara, Aug. 18. Mah Jong, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Bingo, Tuesdays, 12:30-3 p.m.; Bridge, Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m. Sunday dances will resume in October. Pre-register for all trips. Walker and wheelchair accessible, non-members welcome. Call Valerie, 416-395-7881.
LZA Seniors Cultural Club discussion group meets Tuesdays, 10 a.m. at the Borochov Centre, 272 Codsell. For information, call 416-630-9444.

Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W., 416-225-2112.
Eureka! How Science Discovered God with Dr. Arnie Gotfryd,  July 7, 10 a.m.
Israel Day Festival, July 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. No charge.
The Benefits of Meditation with Marilyn Freedman, July 9, 1:30 p.m. No charge.

Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., 416-785-2500.
Come join us in a sing-along to lift your spirits. Entertainers Perry Foster, Elex Korn, Dorry Korn, Anne Till and Eddie Sokoloff. Assembly Room, Wednesday, July 8, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Members free, guests $2, at the door.
Montrealers Group, July 2. Join Shawn in the Fireside Lounge, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Creative Arts Studio: Glass painting, Mondays, 1-3 p.m. Flower pressing, July 14 and 28, 1-2:30 p.m.
Internet Lounge – stay connected with friends and family through e-mail and surf the net. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon, E-Pals (Baycrest seniors support program) – share e-mail messages with a trained volunteer matched with your interests, situation and language. Ext. 2247.
Summer youth volunteers will  serve chocolate and vanilla ice cream, Wednesday afternoons during July and August. 1:30-2:30 p.m., Wagman Centre lobby.
Dear Abby discussion group Thursdays, 2-3 p.m.
Early Risers Summer Breakfast Program. Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Every other Friday during July. $5 per day.
Torah Study, every Sunday, classroom A and B 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Book Club, facilitated by Marilyn Fine. Once a month, Thursdays, 1:30, classrooms A and B.
Arthritis and Massage therapy – to book an appointment, call Inna, ext. 5174.

Bathurst Jewish Community Centre, 4588 Bathurst St. 416-636-1880 or www.bjcc.ca

The outdoor pool is officially open. Call ext. 291 for pool membership.
Are you ages 13-16, and interested in learning about the Maccabi Games? Contact Grant, ext. 257, or [email protected]

Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre, 750 Spadina Ave., 416-924-6211 or www.mnjcc.org

Fringe of Toronto Theatre Festival @ the J. Sheep in Fog Theatre Company of Montreal presents Puck Bunny by Lindsay Wilson, directed by Alexandra West and featuring Joanne Sarazen. Until July 12. 8 p.m. $10. Phone 416-966-1062, or www.fringetoronto.com.

Toronto IsReal Dance Festival 2009. Three guest Israeli choreographers, Yaron Carmel, Gadi Bitton and Yaron Ben Simshon. Put your Israeli folkdancing talents to work over a 3-day intensive workshop. Includes a Friday night Shabbat dinner, performances and more. July 3, 4, 5. For more information, www.israelifolkdancingtoronto.com, Sofie, 416-221-6280 or [email protected], Laurie, 416-789-1671 or [email protected].

Summer Hebrew Courses: Modern Hebrew for Beginners, levels A and B; Intensive Grammar course; Hebrew verb system; Expand Your Vocabulary (Intermediate); Hebrew Through Song; Hebrew Grammar Essentials. Register at ext. 0, For more information, [email protected].

Cooking classes with Elise Burton. July 21 and Aug. 26, 6:30-9 p.m., Easy Summer Soups and Salads. $25 per class. Ext. 0.

Zion Ozeri: One history, Many Stories: a family album of Israel at 60. Jacobs Lounge Visual Arts Space. Co-presented with Koffler Centre of the Arts. Ext. 133.

The Al Green Theatre is offering discounted rental rates for the summer for its dance studio located below the theatre. Contact Maytal Kowalski, ext. 269 or [email protected].