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Weekly Seven Minute Torah podcast by Rabbi Micah Streiffer:

Making modern meaning from ancient texts! Each week Rabbi Micah Streiffer discusses the weekly Torah portion in about 7 to 12 minutes, through liberal Jewish eyes. We weave together philosophy, spirituality, tradition, and social justice – and derive meaning for today‘s life from our sacred sources. Longer episodes include a bonus interview with leading rabbis and Jewish thought leaders. Click HERE for the Podcast

 

If you are in the Collingwood area check out the Southern Georgian Bay Jewish Community, SGBJC

 

Celebrate Shavuot with PJ Library & The Barrie Baycats!!
 
📅 Saturday, May 23 at 4:08 PM 
🎟️ Use promo code: PJLIBRARY (for free adult tickets)  KIDS 12 AND UNDER ARE FREE
Find Alli from PJ Library in the left field to get a FREE ICE CREAM courtesy of PJ Library Simcoe🍦 Enjoy the Junior Baycats Day with inflatables, games, contests and even a chance for the kids to run the bases!

 

From the earliest days of Operation Rising Lion, IMPJ’s Center for Community Development (Israeli Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism) has worked with each of our congregations to map the evolving reality, assess needs, offer support, and shape recovery plans. They’ve encountered elderly members and families whose homes were damaged, some evacuated to hotels in unfamiliar cities, some already facing the certainty that they will not have a home to return to for at least a year. We are helping to locate long-term accommodations, furnish new apartments, and provide support for basic needs. Behind every request is a person, a story, a congregation, one of our communities doing its utmost to care for its members while holding fast to its spiritual and communal center. To continue supporting this work click here

 

 

JEWISH MUSIC WEEK!  May 24 – 31, 2026

OPENING NIGHT Sunday, May 24th @ 7:30 PM

Schmaltz & Pepper Live!

Tickets Now On Sale for All Evening Events!

 

The Walk with Israel is the ultimate declaration of unwavering support for the people of Israel, especially now as they continue living through conflict, evacuations, and significant unease. It is also a powerful moment to show our Jewish pride and that we are here—openly and proudly.

Our fundraising goal of $780,000 represents the 78 years Israel has been an official state—a celebration of resilience, continuity, and a message to Israelis that we stand with them.

WALKWITHISRAEL.COM

 

Rosalie and Isadore Sharp & Gerald Sheff and Shanitha Kachan Present:

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Award-Winning Production of

Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish with English subtittles

May 25 – June 7, 2026 at The Elgin Theatre, 189 Yonge Street

In 2018, New York audiences fell in love with this truly authentic version of Fiddler for the very first time. Don’t miss the Drama Desk Award-winning production of one of the greatest musicals ever written, presented in Yiddish with English subtitles. Laugh, cry, and feel the love at this powerful and universal testament to the strength and resilience of Jewish community.

More Information / Purchase tickets HERE

 

 

More information and registration at https://www.friendsofjnfca.org/hamiltonnegev2026/

 

Jewish Learning with ReformJudaism.org

Have you been thinking about exploring Judaism or learning to read Hebrew? Whether you are curious about conversion or just want to learn something new about Jewish life, you’re welcome in our virtual classroom! Our programs affirm people from all backgrounds and are LGBTQ+-friendly. All programs are captioned.

Introduction to Judaism Online

Introduction to Judaism engages adults interested in exploring a modern take on Jewish life. Join our online community where everyone and their questions are welcome. New cohorts begin every two to three months. Choose the cohort that’s best for you. 20 sessions.  Classes meet for twenty 90-minute sessions.

A Taste of Judaism® Upcoming Classes

This 3-session online program is all about introducing you to what is delicious about Judaism: sacred stories, beliefs and values, and a diverse community – with plenty of time for your questions.

Learn Modern Hebrew at York University:

Hebrew

 

If you’re experiencing antisemitism – whether online or in the “real world” there are multiple ways to report; reportanincident@bnaibrith.ca for incidents involving violence, vandalism or harassment in the “real world,” and at onlineincidents@bnaibrith.ca for incidents occurring online or call the Anti-Hate Hotline 1-800-892-2624

Whether online or in the real world, CIJA tracks incidents of hate to measure and combat antisemitism in Canada. https://www.cija.ca/report_hate

 

Jewish Free Loan Toronto helps individuals and families in need https://jewishfreeloan.ca/

 

CANADIAN HELP LINES:

988 suicide crisis helpline Canada

Youth: Text WELLNESS to 686868. Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868

Adults: Text WELLNESS to 741741.

Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or need of urgent medical support.

Call 211 to connect to programs and services in your community.