Dorot Presents "Our Story Through Stained Glass: The Holy Blossom Sanctuary and the Families Who Built It" with the Archives Committee Tuesday, February 27, 11:30 am Dorot and the Archives Committee are collaborating on this very special presentation which highlights our historic Holy Blossom Sanctuary, speaking about our beautiful stained glass windows (including the […]
Beit Midrash: Learning Inspired by the Shalom Hartman Institute Wednesdays, Winter Session, January 31 - February 28, 7:00 pm A Beit Midrash, the house of study, is a playground for growing Jewish minds at every level. It is the place where you are given the freedom to explore texts and scripture, legends and law […]
Finding Breath, Finding Joy: A Jewish Meditation for Adar Wednesday, February 28, 6:30 pm Are you finding it hard to breathe? Feeling stressed since October 7? And now it’s Adar, where are we to find joy? Our nervous systems need some moments of regulation and safety. We need to tap into our past experiences […]
ShavuART Tov: Sunday Sparks of Spiritual Creativity Monthly, Sundays, 10:00 am With Sharoni Sibony “Over the coming century, the most vital human resource in need of conservation and protection is likely to be our own consciousness and mental space.” - Tim Wu, author of The Attention Merchants: The Epic Scramble to Get Inside our […]
Re-Reading Esther for Models of Courage: WHB's Day of Sisterhood and Study Sunday, March 3, 9:30 am - 2:00 pm If you are comfortable in female spaces, seek female experiences, and wish to raise up female voices, join Women of Holy Blossom for a day of sisterhood and study. March 3, 2024, 9:30 am […]
HaTzipporim (Empty Nesters) as the Sandwich Generation with Elana Hunter Sunday, March 3, 10:30 am Join HaTzipporim (Empty Nesters) for a presentation on the Sandwich Generation! Whether you are a member of a Traditional Sandwich, Club Sandwich, or Open-Faced Sandwich, providing care for others requires tremendous energy and resources. We are thrilled to […]
Talking to Our Families and Friends about Israel With Dr. Betsy Stone Monday, March 4, 7:30 pm For many of us, the brutal Hamas massacre of October 7 and the war that has followed have highlighted divides in our families and friend circles that reveal shockingly different understandings of Israel's history and current moment. […]
Bring your live questions to this weekly potpourri of episodes large and small in Jewish history. Join us in-person or on Zoom!
Amanta Scott: Channah's Fire Opening Reception Wednesday, March 6, 6:30 pm An exhibition of new and recent encaustic paintings. Please let us know how many people from your household, including yourself, are planning to attend to assist with planning. Thank you! Please select... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 […]
Cooking with the Cantor: a YAD Next Gen event Thursday, March 7, 7:00 pm This gathering is tailored for our young professionals (ages 20s-30s) and will take place in Cantor Rosen's private kitchen. Come join us for a hands-on experience crafting Israeli Salatim (the Israeli version of Tapas), accompanied by music, snacks and drinks. […]
New Member Mimosa Welcome Saturday, March 9, 12:30 pm New members are invited to join us for mimosas after morning services as a welcome to the Holy Blossom community in the Baskin/Garson Gallery on the 2nd floor. RSVP is preferred but not required. Please let us know how many people from your […]
Shuk to the Core: Israeli Vendor Fair! Sunday, March 10, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm At Shaarei Shomayim (470 Glencairn Avenue) Come together to support artists and vendors from across Israel. Jewelry, Judaica, Art, Toys, Crafts, Books, & More! Learn more here! $5 suggested entrance fee (funds go directly to vendors)
Digital Torah Workshop with Sharoni Sibony Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 pm Improve your Torah and Talmud learning skills! This workshop will cover the basics of how to navigate three helpful websites: Sefaria, Al HaTorah, and 929. Learn how to orient yourself on each website, how to use the embedded dictionaries and commentaries, and how to […]
The Israel Dialogues: Winter 2024 Sessions This year’s Israel Dialogues Sessions are generously sponsored by Harriette Laing and Family. Our Israel Dialogues sessions return during this pivotal time. With thanks to our Israel Dialogues Organizing Committee and our expert panellists, please hold the following dates as further details will follow: Thursday, March 14 @ […]
IPF Atid Toronto, Hillel Ontario, Beth Tzedec & Holy Blossom Temple present: Peacebuilding in a Time of Crisis: Mohammad Darawshe's Story Thursday, March 14, 7:30 pm Join IPF Atid Toronto, Hillel Ontario, Beth Tzedec & Holy Blossom for a discussion with Mohammad Darawshe, Shalom Hartman Institute faculty member and Director of Planning, Equality and […]
The Israel Dialogues: Winter 2024 Sessions This year’s Israel Dialogues Sessions are generously sponsored by Harriette Laing and Family. Our Israel Dialogues sessions return during this pivotal time. With thanks to our Israel Dialogues Organizing Committee and our expert panellists, please hold the following dates as further details will follow: Thursday, March 21 @ […]
Together we’ll study the weekly Torah portion, and its corresponding commentaries, both ancient and modern and discover their eternal relevance. Experienced students are valued for their accumulation of knowledge, and newcomers for their fresh insight.
Family Megillah Reading and Purim Carnival 5784 Sunday, March 24, 10:30 am Join us for a meaningful, joyous, and interactive Megillah reading, and then witness Holy Blossom transform into a carnival campus, complete with music, dancing, games, prizes bouncy castles, arts and crafts, and hamantaschen for all generations as we celebrate in costume. Admission […]
Dorot Presents: Post-Purim Musical Celebration Tuesday, March 26, 11:30 am Together with Concerts in Care Ontario, Dorot is delighted to present the next in our musical series, in a belated celebration of the Purim festival! Come join vocalist and HBT member Sharon Smith-Miller, and pianist Jordan Klapman, for what is sure to be a […]
Seeking Justice for the Victims of Sexual Violence on October 7 — and — Why this matters for all victims of sexual violence Presented by the Women’s Advocacy Group and Women of Holy Blossom Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 pm Legal and social justice experts have been among those seeking justice for the women, children […]
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.
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Founded in 1856, Holy Blossom Temple is Toronto’s first synagogue with a rich history of tradition and modernity in our religious and spiritual expression.
