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SUMMARY:HBTogether Hybrid Book Club 
DESCRIPTION:HBTogether Hybrid Book Club  \nSundays\, monthly\,  11:00 am \nInterested in a book club with a difference?   \nConsider the HBTogether Book Club: \nWe read and discuss books of Jewish interest\, of Canadian\, Israeli and American origin and available in a variety of formats from the public library. \nJoin us on the first Sunday of the month at 11 am at the Max Enkin Library at Holy Blossom Temple or on Zoom. \nPaused over the summer the book club will resume after the High Holy Days on Sun November 1\, with When We See You Again by Rachel Goldberg-Polin:  A mother’s heartbreaking story of personal grief amidst international scrutiny. \nFive  books later\, the 2026/2027 season will conclude on June 6 with The Free World by prize-winning Canadian author David Bezmozgis depicting the flight of three generations of the Krasnansky family who flee Soviet Latvia to the uncertain freedom of Rome in the Seventies. \nYou’re welcome to join us in person or online even if you haven’t read the book yet but share our interest. \nFor further information including a complete list of book club selections please contact Temple Librarian\, Caroline Ingvaldsen\, at library@holyblossom.org  
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/hbtogether-hybrid-book-club/2027-01-03/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270105T124500
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:45 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by a gift from the Estate of Saundra and Henry Sherman. \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2027-01-05/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270105T183000
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2027-01-05/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171525Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171525Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold
DESCRIPTION:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold\nThursdays\, November 5 – March 25\, 5:30 pm \nJoin us for our 30th anniversary of Out of the Cold! For three decades\, Holy Blossom Temple has generously opened its doors to the Out of the Cold Program (OOTC) during five winter months while providing nutritious meals and shelter to thousands of adults who are homeless\, isolated\, or facing food insecurity. \nVolunteers prepare warm meals\, serve our guests with dignity\, provide uplifting and meaningful programming\, and provide visitors with vital supplies during the harsh winter months. \nThis year\, 2026-27\, we will open our doors on November 5 at 5:30 pm. It will run for 5 months\, from Thursday\, November 5\, to the last Thursday of March (March 25)\, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nLearn more about Out of the Cold at Holy Blossom here: https://holyblossom.org/out-of-the-cold/ \nReturning\, veteran\, and new volunteers are all welcome! Please contact our volunteer coordinator\, Tabitha Grove (ootc@holyblossom.org)\, to secure your volunteer date and role. We are always looking for new volunteers to greet and welcome\, serve\, bake at home\, help transport food\, and help us set up and break down the Phillip Smith Congregational Hall. \nPlease note that\, due to security issues and ongoing building renewal\, the Phillip & Fannie Smith Congregational Hall is not accessible for people with disabilities during the operating hours of this program. Due to current limitations\, our guests cannot sleep over.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/community-dinner-out-of-the-cold/2027-01-07/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T162931Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:45 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by a gift from the Estate of Saundra and Henry Sherman. \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T193000
DTSTAMP:20250930T162513Z
CREATED:20250829T131139Z
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171525Z
CREATED:20260910T171525Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold
DESCRIPTION:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold\nThursdays\, November 5 – March 25\, 5:30 pm \nJoin us for our 30th anniversary of Out of the Cold! For three decades\, Holy Blossom Temple has generously opened its doors to the Out of the Cold Program (OOTC) during five winter months while providing nutritious meals and shelter to thousands of adults who are homeless\, isolated\, or facing food insecurity. \nVolunteers prepare warm meals\, serve our guests with dignity\, provide uplifting and meaningful programming\, and provide visitors with vital supplies during the harsh winter months. \nThis year\, 2026-27\, we will open our doors on November 5 at 5:30 pm. It will run for 5 months\, from Thursday\, November 5\, to the last Thursday of March (March 25)\, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nLearn more about Out of the Cold at Holy Blossom here: https://holyblossom.org/out-of-the-cold/ \nReturning\, veteran\, and new volunteers are all welcome! Please contact our volunteer coordinator\, Tabitha Grove (ootc@holyblossom.org)\, to secure your volunteer date and role. We are always looking for new volunteers to greet and welcome\, serve\, bake at home\, help transport food\, and help us set up and break down the Phillip Smith Congregational Hall. \nPlease note that\, due to security issues and ongoing building renewal\, the Phillip & Fannie Smith Congregational Hall is not accessible for people with disabilities during the operating hours of this program. Due to current limitations\, our guests cannot sleep over.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/community-dinner-out-of-the-cold/2027-01-14/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270116T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260903T131340Z
CREATED:20250715T174740Z
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SUMMARY:Family Shabbat!
DESCRIPTION:Family Shabbat!\nSaturdays\, 10:45 am \nShabbat is for families at Holy Blossom! \nJoin us on Saturday mornings for a lively and interactive Family Shabbat\, where you can come just as you are for some #JewishJoy. Together with our rabbis and song leaders\, we’ll celebrate with joyful music\, engaging stories\, fun games\, and obligatory snacks. After the service\, everyone is invited to Kiddush with a special space for Family Shabbat folks to connect. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you to our Youth Chapel! \nLearn more & worship with us!
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/family-shabbat-2/2027-01-16/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270119T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T162931Z
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T162931Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:45 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by a gift from the Estate of Saundra and Henry Sherman. \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2027-01-19/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270119T193000
DTSTAMP:20250930T162513Z
CREATED:20250829T131139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162513Z
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2027-01-19/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T201350Z
CREATED:20260831T132411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T201350Z
UID:10019854-1800453600-1800457200@holyblossom.org
SUMMARY:Film Talks: What I’m watching and why…
DESCRIPTION:Film Talks: What I’m watching and why…\nMonthly\, Wednesdays\, 2:00 pm (via Zoom) \nWe’re living in a Golden Age of television\, film\, and webisodes on the internet\, and film professor Gillian Helfield is our intrepid guide through all of it – some speculative\, some realistic and some purely escapist! Join her for a 20-minute check-in to discover what she’s watching now and why. At the end\, there’s time for you to add your viewing suggestions. \nClick here for the Zoom link!
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/film-talks-what-im-watching-and-why/2027-01-20/
CATEGORIES:Centre for Arts & Culture,HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171525Z
CREATED:20260910T171525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171525Z
UID:10019891-1800552600-1800561600@holyblossom.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold
DESCRIPTION:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold\nThursdays\, November 5 – March 25\, 5:30 pm \nJoin us for our 30th anniversary of Out of the Cold! For three decades\, Holy Blossom Temple has generously opened its doors to the Out of the Cold Program (OOTC) during five winter months while providing nutritious meals and shelter to thousands of adults who are homeless\, isolated\, or facing food insecurity. \nVolunteers prepare warm meals\, serve our guests with dignity\, provide uplifting and meaningful programming\, and provide visitors with vital supplies during the harsh winter months. \nThis year\, 2026-27\, we will open our doors on November 5 at 5:30 pm. It will run for 5 months\, from Thursday\, November 5\, to the last Thursday of March (March 25)\, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nLearn more about Out of the Cold at Holy Blossom here: https://holyblossom.org/out-of-the-cold/ \nReturning\, veteran\, and new volunteers are all welcome! Please contact our volunteer coordinator\, Tabitha Grove (ootc@holyblossom.org)\, to secure your volunteer date and role. We are always looking for new volunteers to greet and welcome\, serve\, bake at home\, help transport food\, and help us set up and break down the Phillip Smith Congregational Hall. \nPlease note that\, due to security issues and ongoing building renewal\, the Phillip & Fannie Smith Congregational Hall is not accessible for people with disabilities during the operating hours of this program. Due to current limitations\, our guests cannot sleep over.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/community-dinner-out-of-the-cold/2027-01-21/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270126T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T162931Z
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T162931Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:45 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by a gift from the Estate of Saundra and Henry Sherman. \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270126T193000
DTSTAMP:20250930T162513Z
CREATED:20250829T131139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162513Z
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171525Z
CREATED:20260910T171525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171525Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold
DESCRIPTION:Community Dinner: Out of the Cold\nThursdays\, November 5 – March 25\, 5:30 pm \nJoin us for our 30th anniversary of Out of the Cold! For three decades\, Holy Blossom Temple has generously opened its doors to the Out of the Cold Program (OOTC) during five winter months while providing nutritious meals and shelter to thousands of adults who are homeless\, isolated\, or facing food insecurity. \nVolunteers prepare warm meals\, serve our guests with dignity\, provide uplifting and meaningful programming\, and provide visitors with vital supplies during the harsh winter months. \nThis year\, 2026-27\, we will open our doors on November 5 at 5:30 pm. It will run for 5 months\, from Thursday\, November 5\, to the last Thursday of March (March 25)\, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nLearn more about Out of the Cold at Holy Blossom here: https://holyblossom.org/out-of-the-cold/ \nReturning\, veteran\, and new volunteers are all welcome! Please contact our volunteer coordinator\, Tabitha Grove (ootc@holyblossom.org)\, to secure your volunteer date and role. We are always looking for new volunteers to greet and welcome\, serve\, bake at home\, help transport food\, and help us set up and break down the Phillip Smith Congregational Hall. \nPlease note that\, due to security issues and ongoing building renewal\, the Phillip & Fannie Smith Congregational Hall is not accessible for people with disabilities during the operating hours of this program. Due to current limitations\, our guests cannot sleep over.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/community-dinner-out-of-the-cold/2027-01-28/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260814T132727Z
CREATED:20260814T132727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T132727Z
UID:10019744-1801243800-1801247400@holyblossom.org
SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Tot Shabbat 🤩 \nMonthly\, Fridays\, 5:30 pm \nShabbat 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! \nThis program is generously sponsored by Ben Hertzman and Danna Goldlist \nRegister here!
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tot-shabbat/2027-01-29/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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