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Online Weekly Talmud with Rabbi Hillel

  • Posted on January 22, 2020
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January 22, 2020 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – You’re invited to join Rabbi Hillel’s Talmud study class on Wednesday evenings. No prior Talmud experience necessary.   This year you’ll be focusing on tractate Avodah Zarah: This tractate deals with a fine balance: how do we remain authentic to our tradition while being respectful of others? How do we accept others rights to worship […]

Out of the Cold Shabbat

  • Posted on January 25, 2020
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January 25, 2020 @ 9:15 am – 1:30 pm – A special Shabbat honouring the people who have helped Out of the Cold serve our community over the last 20 years. Guest speakers and lunch to follow. “Chevre (Friends,) Aleinu leshabe’ach in Hebrew means, “It’s our duty to praise.” In Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ list of ways to find happiness, praise is number two right after giving thanks. […]

Salsa and Bachata Workshop

  • Posted on January 25, 2020
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January 25, 2020 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – 1 Hour Lesson with Alegria Dance Company at 7:00pm & Social Dancing till 10:00pm. Absolutely no experience is required and lots of fun is guaranteed! We will cover 30 minutes of Salsa & 30 minutes of Bachata. Early Bird Rate: $20/Couple ($10 Individual) At the Door: $25/Couple ($15 Individual) Fully Accessible & Free Parking Click here to register. […]

Getting More Meaning Out of Jewish Prayer

  • Posted on January 26, 2020
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January 26, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Getting More Meaning Out of Jewish Prayer Workshops with Alan Livingston   Join Alan Livingston in going over the text of our prayers in Hebrew and English, and discussing their meaning.   Upcoming workshops: The Amidah and the Kedushah Kabbalat Shabbat Past workshops in this series: January 12: The Morning Service including the Shema and it’s […]

Weekly class: Service Leadership

  • Posted on January 29, 2020
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January 29, 2020 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – Have you ever wanted to learn how to lead a service on your own? Join Rabbi Hillel to gain the technical knowledge and skill! This class is not suited to drop-in; a commitment to weekly learning is recommended. Contact Rabbi Hillel for more information. 

Online Weekly Talmud with Rabbi Hillel

  • Posted on January 29, 2020
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January 29, 2020 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – You’re invited to join Rabbi Hillel’s Talmud study class on Wednesday evenings. No prior Talmud experience necessary.   This year you’ll be focusing on tractate Avodah Zarah: This tractate deals with a fine balance: how do we remain authentic to our tradition while being respectful of others? How do we accept others rights to worship […]

Yak and Snack

  • Posted on February 1, 2020
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February 1, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – On the first Saturday of every month, 10 am  – 12 noon, join Anna and friends for Yak and Snack! Drama group for the younger grades (1-4), discussion group for the older grades (5-9).  Eat, pray, sing, shmooze, learn, enjoy.  No charge – bring your friends! 

Beth Jacob Book Club: Don’t Call It Night

  • Posted on February 2, 2020
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February 2, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Beth Jacob Book Club Beginning Sunday February 2, 2020 5 books, once a month, starting February 2020 Time – Sundays 12:00 pm (first Sunday of the month). EXCEPT FEBRUARY 2nd BEGINS AT 10:00 AM. Please email Shira to RSVP – shira@bethjacobsynagogue.ca $10 participation fee requested to cover coffee and cookies. 1. February 2 – Don’t […]

Inner Flexibility: Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation

  • Posted on February 2, 2020
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February 2, 2020 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm – With Rabbi Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli, certified yoga instructor. This is old-school yoga: the careful, persistent extension of our physical capabilities with an eye always on its corresponding effect on our inner capabilities. We will work with body posture (asana), breath (pranayama), and meditation techniques (dharana). The asana portion will be at a beginner-friendly intermediate level. Wear […]

Challah Bake and Movie!

  • Posted on February 2, 2020
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February 2, 2020 @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Join us for a challah baking workshop! While our dough rises we’ll watch a (subtitled) Israeli movie. Learn the religious significance of challah, baking and braiding tips and tricks, and take home your own challah and baking guide. All are welcome. $18 in advance covers you and a friend. $20 at the door. Places are […]