IT'S A HANUKKAH PARTY!
Wednesday, December 11
3:30pm-7:00pm Before Dec 2nd $10/adult $5/child $25/family After December 2nd $12/adult $7/child $30/family
BAKING FOR VE'AHAVTA Bake cookies, muffins and cupcakes to be distributed to those in need.
Click here for packaging instructions and drop-off information.
DRIVE for DREIDELS
Please place NEW, UNWRAPPED toys or gift cards in the box located in the synagogue lobby. Contact the agency at 416 638-7800 for cash donations
NOVEMBER 18 to DECEMBER 6 Click here for more information.
Community Buzz
Last week, Karen and I had the pleasure of accepting an invitation to join a Henna party for one of our former Shinshinim, Yuval Derry, and his future wife in Tel Aviv. The pre-wedding celebration is a tradition in Sephardic and Mizrahi Jewish communities and it was wonderful to witness...
As we continue to plan both meaningful and engaging programming for our community, volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand.
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CONTACT THE SHUL
STAFF
Morah Fenning, Interim Executive Director
416-633-5500 ext. 22 morah@bethdavid.com
I’m currently holding a copy of the by-laws of the "Spanish & Portuguese Jews’ Congregation” (better known as the Bevis Marks Synagogue of London, England). Although it is quite a slim volume, I would not recommend it unless you have a serious case of insomnia. The by-laws themselves are quite mundane. What is truly remarkable is....
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TIKKUN OLAM
BETH DAVID WOMEN
BDW's November collection is:
Bar soap - combs/brushes - men's/women's t-shirts
Drop-off: 116 Hetherington Cres, Thornhill & 25 Verwood Ave, Toronto
SATO (Social Action Tikkun Olam)
BAKING FOR V'AHAVTA Bake cookies, muffins and cupcakes to be distributed to those in need.
Click here for packaging instructions and drop-off information.
DRIVE for DREIDELS
Please place NEW, UNWRAPPED toys or gift cards in the box located in the synagogue lobby. Contact the agency at 416 638-7800 for cash donations
NOVEMBER 18 to DECEMBER 6 Click here for more information.
As we continue to plan both meaningful and engaging programming for our community, volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand.
Click here to sign up
CONTACT THE SHUL
STAFF
Morah Fenning, Interim Executive Director
416-633-5500 ext. 22 morah@bethdavid.com
Hanukkah Party Wednesday December 11th 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Buzz
Election misery or euphoria, and everything in between - the majority has spoken. Overwhelming now are the viewpoints of pundits rationalizing why the U.S. election result happened.***
BDW Craft Group Tuesday, November 19th 1:30pm – 3:00pm Monthly on the third Tuesday
Save the Date: BDW Hanukkah Lunch Tuesday, December 10th 1:00pm - 3:00pm BDW will be honouring Ruth Shapiro, who will be making aliyah to Israel
TIKKUN OLAM
Beth David Women's November collection is: Bar soap - combs/brushes - men's/women's t-shirts Drop-off: 116 Hetherington Cres, Thornhill & 25 Verwood Ave, Toronto
Fill a Purse for a Sister Campaign Bring comfort, hope and dignity to women and youth in crisis with the gift of purses filled with personal necessities Help us in 4 easy steps 1. Choose a gently used purse or buy a new one (e.g. Value Village) 2. If you can, fill the purse with full size items such as feminine hygiene products, tissues, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, hair brushes, gloves, lip balm, gift card. 3. Or simply donate some of the items that can go in the purse. 4. Drop off the purse(s) or items to the bins between November 4th - 19th at: 146 Renaissance Court (Bathurst & Westmount) 82 Almore Avenue (near the shul) Beth David in the lobby
Baking for Ve'Ahavta
December 1st is the donation date!
The baked goods can be delivered to the home of Gayle Holtzman and/or Libby Ellyn (please email rebecca@bethdavid.com for the addresses), from November 25th - 29th.
Gayle and Libby will be in the parking lot of Beth David between 11:00-11:30am on Sunday December 1st, if that is more convenient for you to drop off your baked goods!
Please read the following information as Ve’ahavta has changed their packaging requirements: All cookies must be put in a snack or sandwich plastic bag, 2 cookies per bag. Muffins and cupcakes must also be put in sandwich bags, 1 per bag. No nuts please, due to dental issues.
The need in the community is greater than ever.
Thank you for your participation and contribution
Shabbat Learning
JOIN US FOR SOME DIFFERENT SHABBAT MORNING EXPERIENCES
Rabbi Jordan: Parashat Vayeitze – Saturday December 7th I’ll be back after a good night’s sleep!!!!
Rabbi Cantor Loomer: Parashat Vayechi - Saturday January 11, 2025 Jacob planned his own funeral??
Click here to register Registration is preferred (for purposes of planning) but not required
Beth David Book Club
Monday November 25th, 2024 The Secret Book of Flora Lee by Patti Callagan Henry 7:30pm
Monday January 19th, 2025 The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan 7:30pm
Giant Chanukah Sale Sunday December 1st 9:30am - 1:00pm New items in stock!
NEW! Modern Matte Finish Steel Chanukiah! Only $30
Should you wish to purchase Judaica from our shop please Contact Dorothy at: bethdavidjudaicashop@gmail.com Payment by cash, cheque or e-transfer. No HST as we are a registered charitable organization. click here to see the rest of our beautiful items!
Adult Volunteers Needed!
As we continue to plan both meaningful and engaging programming for our community, volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand in your spare time. click here to sign up
Information Regarding Minyanim This Week
*Due to lack of attendance this will be the final Kabbalat Shabbat until further notice*
SERVICES: **Sunday November 17th Morning services - 8:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Monday November 18th - Thursday November 21st Morning Services - 7:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Friday November 22nd Morning Services - 7:30am Saturday November 23rd Morning Service - 9:00am Minha Seudah Shlisheet, Ma'ariv - Havdallah - 4:15pm
**Beginning November 24th the Sunday evening minyan will be at 5:00 PM If you would like to sponsor a breakfast, Kiddush or a Seudah, please email faye@bethdavid.com
If you are using the keypad for entry, or need the code for entry to the shul (please email faye@bethdavid.com) and ensure that you enter alone and that the door closes securely behind you. When leaving the shul at any time, please make sure that the door closes and locks securely behind you.
🚫 Beth David is a SCENT-FREE space 📵 Cell phone use is prohibited on Shabbat
If you see something suspicious, please say something immediately by notifying a member of our staff or guard when present. Do not leave doors open or allow unknown individuals to enter our facility. Thank you for doing your part to maintain our collective security.
To Contact the Shul: For emergencies please call the office at 416-633-5500 and listen to the instructions.
Faye Major, Administrator 416-633-5500 ext. 0 faye@bethdavid.com 437-770-2302 Rebecca Joffe, Program and Communications Manager 647-632-9156 rebecca@bethdavid.com
Hanukkah Party Tuesday December 10th 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Buzz
On the same day that Rabbi Scheim wrote about the degeneration of social discourse (Nov 1), the Washington Post (WP) slashed its pricing for new readership from $100 to $30. Why? Likely because it reportedly lost 250,000 subscribers & counting, when Jeff Bezos decided that the WP would not publicly make a voting recommendation for the presidency.**
Beth David Women's November collection is: Bar soap - combs/brushes - men's/women's t-shirts Drop-off: 116 Hetherington Cres, Thornhill & 25 Verwood Ave, Toronto
Engaging in Education
**click on the titles to register and for additional information**
No Sew Blankets Wednesday November 13th 7:30pm - 9:00pm We’re Making No Sew Blankets For Ve’Ahavta Again Join the Social Action Tikun Olam Team (SATO) for a fun evening of blanket making click here to register
Fill a Purse for a Sister Campaign Bring comfort, hope and dignity to women and youth in crisis with the gift of purses filled with personal necessities Help us in 4 easy steps 1. Choose a gently used purse or buy a new one (e.g. Value Village) 2. If you can, fill the purse with full size items such as feminine hygiene products, tissues, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, hair brushes, gloves, lip balm, gift card. 3. Or simply donate some of the items that can go in the purse. 4. Drop off the purse(s) or items to the bins between November 4th - 19th at: 146 Renaissance Court (Bathurst & Westmount) 92 Almore Avenue (near the shul) Beth David in the lobby
Shabbat Learning
JOIN US FOR SOME DIFFERENT SHABBAT MORNING EXPERIENCES
Michael Rubin: Parashat Vayera – Saturday November 16th Shabbat of Davening, Deliberating, and Dining!
Rabbi Jordan: Parashat Vayeitze – Saturday December 7th I’ll be back after a good night’s sleep!!!!
Rabbi Cantor Loomer: Parashat Vayechi - Saturday January 11, 2025 Jacob planned his own funeral??
Click here to register Registration is preferred (for purposes of planning) but not required
Teen Programs 2024 - 2025
Teen Pizza and Packing Program at Chai Lifeline 6:30pm-8:00pm
Tuesday November 19, 2024 click here to register - limited spots available **Bring your forms and earn volunteer hours**
The baked goods can be delivered to the home of Gayle Holtzman and/or Libby Ellyn (please email rebecca@bethdavid.com for the addresses), from November 25th - 29th. Gayle and Libby will be in the parking lot of Beth David between 11:00-11:30am on Sunday December 1st, if that is more convenient for you to drop off your baked goods!
Please read the following information as Ve’ahavta has changed their packaging requirements: All cookies must be put in a snack or sandwich plastic bag, 2 cookies per bag. Muffins and cupcakes must also be put in sandwich bags, 1 per bag. No nuts please, due to dental issues.
The need in the community is greater than ever.
Thank you for your participation and contribution
Adult Volunteers Needed!
As we continue to plan both meaningful and engaging programming for our community, volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand in your spare time. click here to sign up
Beth David Judaica Shop
Should you wish to purchase Judaica from our shop please Contact Dorothy at: bethdavidjudaicashop@gmail.com Payment by cash, cheque or e-transfer. No HST as we are a registered charitable organization.
Information Regarding Minyanim This Week
SERVICES: Sunday November 10th Morning services - 8:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Monday November 11th - Thursday November 15th Morning Services - 7:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Friday November 16th Morning Services - 7:30am Evening services - 4:30pm Saturday November 17th Morning Service - 9:00am Minha Seudah Shlisheet, Ma'ariv - Havdallah - 4:15pm If you would like to sponsor a breakfast, Kiddush or a Seudah, please email faye@bethdavid.com
If you are using the keypad for entry, or need the code for entry to the shul (please email faye@bethdavid.com) and ensure that you enter alone and that the door closes securely behind you. When leaving the shul at any time, please make sure that the door closes and locks securely behind you.
🚫 Beth David is a SCENT-FREE space 📵 Cell phone use is prohibited on Shabbat
If you see something suspicious, please say something immediately by notifying a member of our staff or guard when present. Do not leave doors open or allow unknown individuals to enter our facility. Thank you for doing your part to maintain our collective security.
To Contact the Shul: For emergencies please call the office at 416-633-5500 and listen to the instructions.
Ian Borer, Executive Director 416-633-5500 ext. 22 ian@bethdavid.com
Faye Major, Administrator 416-633-5500 ext. 0 faye@bethdavid.com 437-770-2302 Rebecca Joffe, Program and Communications Manager 647-632-9156 rebecca@bethdavid.com
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