Mark Rothko and Music Monday, October 30, 7:30 pm at Holy Blossom Temple This special event is centred around music inspired by iconic American painter Mark Rothko and will include a riveting discussion on Rothko and music moderated by Koffler Arts General Director Matthew Jocelyn, with Lawrence Cherney, Joyce Zemans (art historian and Senior Scholar […]
Temple member and lawyer Mark Goodman shines a light on contemporary questions and how they’re negotiated by rabbis today. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Contemporary Jewish Fiction with Cynthia Good Presented by: The Schwartz/Reisman Centre for Adult Jewish Learning Thursdays, October 19 & 26 and November 2 & 9, 10:30 am We look forward to in-person (and online) learning and the opportunity for in-depth study. Join us this fall for our usual lively discussion around two novels with […]
Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock 3 times available: 10:00 AM, 11:00 am & 12:00 pm 10 Weeks: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15 2023 0 - 3 years of age Register here today! Join us Friday mornings for Shabbat music, stories, and more. Dr. Marky (MD, MEd) […]
Honour Rabbi Baruchel's Installation with Service, Study, and Celebration! This special Shabbat will be elevated by Rabbi Baruchel's favourite teacher, Scholar-in-Residence Professor, Dvora Weisberg, the Rabbi Aaron Panken Professor of Rabbinics and the Director of the Rabbinical School at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles. Friday, November 3 6:00 pm: Music-filled Kabbalat Shabbat […]
Shabbat Morning Torah Study Shabbat Morning Torah Study dedicated to the memory of Rabbi Mark Dov Shapiro z"l and in honour of Rabbi Baruchel's Installation Shabbat mornings at 9:00 am Now multi-access! For those who are comfortable, you can now join us in person to study the weekly Torah portion. To continue […]
Honour Rabbi Baruchel's Installation with Service, Study, and Celebration! This special Shabbat will be elevated by Rabbi Baruchel's favourite teacher, Scholar-in-Residence Professor, Dvora Weisberg, the Rabbi Aaron Panken Professor of Rabbinics and the Director of the Rabbinical School at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles. Friday, November 3 6:00 pm: Music-filled Kabbalat Shabbat […]
Honour Rabbi Baruchel's Installation with Service, Study, and Celebration! This special Shabbat will be elevated by Rabbi Baruchel's favourite teacher, Scholar-in-Residence Professor, Dvora Weisberg, the Rabbi Aaron Panken Professor of Rabbinics and the Director of the Rabbinical School at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles. Friday, November 3 6:00 pm: Music-filled Kabbalat Shabbat […]
Responding to the War in Israel Tuesday, November 7, 7:30 pm, Adath Israel Congregation Given this unprecedented moment of crisis for Israel and the Jewish people, how can we navigate grief, hope, and resilience? Join Donniel Hartman for a conversation about the critical questions of this moment, the obligations of Jewish Peoplehood, and the moral questions […]
The Synagogue at Babyn Yar, Turning the Nightmares of Evil into a Shared Dream of Good. The story, exhibit and synagogue honour this time in history and witness the inspiring memorial for all to share at Babyn Yar today.
Temple member and lawyer Mark Goodman shines a light on contemporary questions and how they’re negotiated by rabbis today. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Contemporary Jewish Fiction with Cynthia Good Presented by: The Schwartz/Reisman Centre for Adult Jewish Learning Thursdays, October 19 & 26 and November 2 & 9, 10:30 am We look forward to in-person (and online) learning and the opportunity for in-depth study. Join us this fall for our usual lively discussion around two novels with […]
Community Dinner: An Out of the Cold Program, is our community’s chance to join together for a meal that replenishes body and soul. Together we can feed those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. Volunteers with Holy Blossom Temple provide a warm meal, resources and warm clothes for the winter, and solace during these dark and cold months when they are needed most.
This trip is in partnership with a number of our Reform congregational partners in the city and will be an opportunity to learn and explore the Jewish history of Montreal, experience the sights of the city, as well as meet and connect with other teens from both the GTA and Montreal.
Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock 3 times available: 10:00 AM, 11:00 am & 12:00 pm 10 Weeks: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15 2023 0 - 3 years of age Register here today! Join us Friday mornings for Shabbat music, stories, and more. Dr. Marky (MD, MEd) […]
Family Shabbat Morning Services Monthly, Saturdays, 10:30 am Family Services are a perfect way for the whole family to spend a Saturday morning in an interactive but relaxed environment, reminiscent of camp. Led by Rabbi McCarroll and Head Songleader Avishai Sol, come join in the fun of music, stories, games, friendship, snacks, and more. […]
Family Pyjama Havdalah Party for New Members and Friends! Saturday, November 11, 5:00 pm All families are welcome at the Family Havdalah Pyjama Party! We will have fun and games, havdalah led by Rabbi Splansky, and a light dinner to follow. Come out to welcome new families, and if you are a new family, […]
A Jewish Journey Through Morocco Info Sessions In anticipation of Holy Blossom's Congregational Trip to Morocco Join Rabbi Splansky and our Tour Operators to Learn more about this educational and inspirational destination Monday, November 13: 7:00 pm in person at Holy Blossom Temple Sunday, November 19: 2:30 pm on Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86725294548?pwd=q8EMzIcbEk9e8SH0bQl1ZREWZ1SomA.1 Meeting ID: […]
All genders are welcome to join Women of Holy Blossom in sacred worship and pray in solidarity with Israel’s Women of the Wall, service followed by a light breakfast
Beit Midrash: Learning Inspired by the Shalom Hartman Institute Wednesdays, Fall Session, November 8 - December 13, 7:00 pm Wednesdays starting November 8, 2023 Winter Session: January 31 through February 28, 2024 Spring Session: March 20 through April 17, 2024 Summer Session: May 8 through June 5, 2024 A Beit Midrash, the house of […]
Temple member and lawyer Mark Goodman shines a light on contemporary questions and how they’re negotiated by rabbis today. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Community Dinner: An Out of the Cold Program, is our community’s chance to join together for a meal that replenishes body and soul. Together we can feed those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. Volunteers with Holy Blossom Temple provide a warm meal, resources and warm clothes for the winter, and solace during these dark and cold months when they are needed most.
Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock 3 times available: 10:00 AM, 11:00 am & 12:00 pm 10 Weeks: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15 2023 0 - 3 years of age Register here today! Join us Friday mornings for Shabbat music, stories, and more. Dr. Marky (MD, MEd) […]
Family Shabbat Morning Services Monthly, Saturdays, 10:30 am Family Services are a perfect way for the whole family to spend a Saturday morning in an interactive but relaxed environment, reminiscent of camp. Led by Rabbi McCarroll and Head Songleader Avishai Sol, come join in the fun of music, stories, games, friendship, snacks, and more. […]
Shabbat Mincha Service Saturday, November 18, 5:00 pm Shed a little light and join us for a special Shabbat Mincha service. Click here for the Shabbat Evening Service pages Join us for sacred worship in person in the Youth Chapel, or online on Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84123194623?pwd=dkxQU2prL2NkOEJZNEtVVEJzTkZkdz09 Meeting ID: 841 2319 4623 […]
A Jewish Journey Through Morocco Info Sessions In anticipation of Holy Blossom's Congregational Trip to Morocco Join Rabbi Splansky and our Tour Operators to Learn more about this educational and inspirational destination Monday, November 13: 7:00 pm in person at Holy Blossom Temple Sunday, November 19: 2:30 pm on Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86725294548?pwd=q8EMzIcbEk9e8SH0bQl1ZREWZ1SomA.1 Meeting ID: […]
Speaking of Unmentionables: The Rise and Fall of Ladies' Underwear Presented by: Women of Reform Judaism Northeast District Sunday, November 19, 4:00 pm A solid foundation in the history of women's undergarments, featuring guest lecturer Ellie Carlson. Join us for a fun, informative, and occasionally naughty program dedicated to the history, design, and function […]
Holy Blossom Grandparents Project: The Art of Difficult Conversation Monday, May 13, 6.30 pm Join us for this very special edition of our Holy Blossom Grandparents Project class, which will be the final one of the series. As we usher in Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut, we recognize that these Israeli holidays feel very different […]
Beit Midrash: Learning Inspired by the Shalom Hartman Institute Wednesdays, Fall Session, November 8 - December 13, 7:00 pm Wednesdays starting November 8, 2023 Winter Session: January 31 through February 28, 2024 Spring Session: March 20 through April 17, 2024 Summer Session: May 8 through June 5, 2024 A Beit Midrash, the house of […]
Temple member and lawyer Mark Goodman shines a light on contemporary questions and how they’re negotiated by rabbis today. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Community Dinner: An Out of the Cold Program, is our community’s chance to join together for a meal that replenishes body and soul. Together we can feed those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. Volunteers with Holy Blossom Temple provide a warm meal, resources and warm clothes for the winter, and solace during these dark and cold months when they are needed most.
Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock 3 times available: 10:00 AM, 11:00 am & 12:00 pm 10 Weeks: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15 2023 0 - 3 years of age Register here today! Join us Friday mornings for Shabbat music, stories, and more. Dr. Marky (MD, MEd) […]
Tot Shabbat ✡️🕯️🕯️ Monthly, Fridays, 5:30 pm Shabbat Shalom - HEY! Get on board the Shabbat Train for an upbeat and meaningful Kabbalat Shabbat service for our littlest blossoms and their families. Make some joyful noise with Dr. Marky Weinstock and Rabbi Samuel Kaye! Click here to register for our May 31 Service […]
Shabbat Morning Torah Study with Guest Teacher, Rabbi Don Splansky Shabbat VaYeitzei, 5784, Saturday, November 25, 9:00 am Rabbi Don Splansky, Ph.D. is the Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Am in Framingham, Massachusetts. For those who are comfortable, you can now join us in person to study the weekly Torah portion. To continue […]
Israeli Dancing with Paula Warren Monthly, Saturdays, 1:00 pm Did you know that the first Israeli folk dance, Hora Aggadati, was created in 1924? Paula Warren did. Paula is Holy Blossom’s expert in Israeli dance. She began dancing in Israel during childhood and went on to teach folk dance at Camps Biluim and Shalom. Paula […]
Project Betzalel Event! Sunday, November 26, 9:30 am The Judaica & Art Shop is excited to introduce PROJECT BETZALEL 2023, a marketplace event featuring the work of 8 outstanding artists from our Holy Blossom community. Visit with the artists and shop unique Chanukah gifts in the Schwartz/Reisman Atrium at Holy Blossom Temple. The Shop will also be […]
Join us and enjoy coffee and scones while we investigate what people are saying on social media and uncover the truth in the current Israel/Gaza conflict, facilitated by Shay Menuchin.
Dorot and Luke Sklar Mental Health Initiative Present: The Healing Mind Optimizing Brain Health Across Generations Through Mindfulness Tuesday, November 28, 11:30 am Brain health is a combination of emotional well-being (mental health) and cognitive functioning (thinking, memory, problem-solving) that needs tending throughout our adult years to keep us sharp and enjoying a full […]
Beit Midrash: Learning Inspired by the Shalom Hartman Institute Wednesdays, Fall Session, November 8 - December 13, 7:00 pm Wednesdays starting November 8, 2023 Winter Session: January 31 through February 28, 2024 Spring Session: March 20 through April 17, 2024 Summer Session: May 8 through June 5, 2024 A Beit Midrash, the house of […]
Temple member and lawyer Mark Goodman shines a light on contemporary questions and how they’re negotiated by rabbis today. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Community Dinner: An Out of the Cold Program, is our community’s chance to join together for a meal that replenishes body and soul. Together we can feed those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. Volunteers with Holy Blossom Temple provide a warm meal, resources and warm clothes for the winter, and solace during these dark and cold months when they are needed most.
Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock 3 times available: 10:00 AM, 11:00 am & 12:00 pm 10 Weeks: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15 2023 0 - 3 years of age Register here today! Join us Friday mornings for Shabbat music, stories, and more. Dr. Marky (MD, MEd) […]
Holy Blossom AGM 2023 Sunday, December 3, 10:00 am Shacharit Services at 9:00 am, Breakfast at 9:30 am. Holy Blossom Temple members are invited to join the Annual General Meeting in-person and online (members received the Zoom link to join the meeting via email) This year, we will be offering breakfast generously sponsored by Brotherhood […]
YEAH Candle Making and Chanukah Fun! Sunday, December 3, 12:30 pm Join us for a YEAH Chanukah program on Sunday, December 3rd. All those in grades 2-5 are invited to make candles, eat pizza and snacks, and enjoy festive games. After Sunday school 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. Lunch included. Non-members are welcome to […]
Gifts of Light: United in Humanity In Support of Ve’ahavta Sunday, December 3, 4:00 pm Holy Blossom Temple Tickets are $36 (in person) and $18 (online) or pay what you can. Children under 18 are free of charge. United in Humanity As the winter approaches, there are so many in the GTA who face poverty […]