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SELICHOT PROGRAM & SERVICE
2010 HIGH HOLY DAY SCHEDULE-WESTMOUNT
2010 HIGH HOLY DAY SCHEDULE-WEST ISLAND
Events & Programs
TEMPLE UPDATE- Tuesday, August 10, 2010
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SERVICES:
Friday Erev Shabbat each week at: 8:15 PM
Saturday Shabbat morning services each week at 10:30 AM
Prayers and blessings are available for home learning: http://www.templemontreal.ca/DigitalDays/Index.html
IMPORTANT: Please note that tickets may be issued by the City of Westmount for parking in the restricted areas of Elm and Wood on any Friday night service
FAMILY SERVICES ON SHABBAT MORNING
BEGINS SEPT. 11, 2010 AT 11;30 AM
When Torah School is in session, service with guitarist Yaacov Sassi will take place from 11;30-12;00 NONN. All are welcome to attend, whether enrolled in Torah School or not. Rabbi Lerner and young people wil share stories.
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MADA High Holy Day Food Drive
Please bring any non-perishable food items to Temple for pickup between September 27 and October 5th!
Your donations will help many needy families, Thank you!
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MARRIAGE INFORMATION MEETINGS
Wednesday, August 18, 5;30 PM
Monday, September 13, 5:30 PM
Intermarriage? Conversion? You are inveted to learn of Temple's welcoming policies and practices, and to tour the facilities with explanations from Rabbi Lerner.
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West Island Bar/Bat Mitzvah Information Night
Monday August 30, 7:30- 8:30 PM
Federation-CJA, Westpark at Roger Pilon
Choose 2011-2013 Dates
Temple Bar/Bat Mitzvah Information Night
Tuesday, August 31, 7:30-8:30 PM
395 Elm Ave. Westmount
Attention parents of children born in 1998,1999, and 2000. Rabbi Lerner will present Temple's Education Program for B;Nai Mitzvah, information about facilities and a calendar open for your selection of bar/bat mitzvah dates.
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Intro To Judaism-Fall 2010 Series
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
5:45 PM
Learn to Read Hebrew, Review Jewish Practices and History
Popular 13 week intro classes offered by Rabbi Lerner, teaches Hebrew reading, explanations about the Jewish Holy Days, life cycles and tradtional history. It is required for those converting to Judaism or entering an intermarriage under Temple's auspices. Just wish to learn Hebrew? Come for the first 15 minutes of each class on Tuesdays. Fees apply for books and materials only and is open to the whole community.
Call to register, Sarah at 514-937-3575 ext 208
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First Bat/Bar Mitzvah Family Breakfast
Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 9;00 AM
'Memories Are Made Of This"
A special breakfast for parents and their B'nai Mitzvah whose service will take place in 2011.During the fall and winter, B'nai Mitzvah and Parents attend several breafasts to learn more about their special day, its significance and how to celebrat in unique and meaningful ways. Families are expected to attend Shabbat morning services as part of their acclimatization to Shabbat worshkp and practice. Youth Programming is planned.
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KID' KORNER!
KIDS FIRST SUKKOTH CELEBRATION!
For all Young Families with Children 6 years old and younger and Grandparents WELCOME!
Sunday, September 26, 2010 10:30 AM- 12;30 PM
$10.00 Per Family No Reservations Required!
Make Crafts, Learn all about the Lulav and Etrog with Rabbi Lerner, Sing Songs, Play Games, Make Friends,
Enjoy Lunch and Visit Temple's outdoor Sukkah!
For information, Call Anita at 514-937-3575 ext. 212
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KID'S KORNER! VOLUNTEER ON OUR GREAT COMMITTEE AND HAVE FUN TO BOOT!
Are you a young couple with a growing family? Want to meet others and join our cool committee? Consider volunteering your energy and time with sympathetic souls and enjoy every moment! Make a couple of calls, exchange a few emails, help host our regular parties and get so much back in return! Our children's first exposure to Judaism, Holy Days, Tradition and History is important...BE THERE!
Call Stacey for more information at 514-909-1616 or Anita at 514-937-3575 ext. 212
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KID'S KORNER!
Moms & Tots is BACK! (For children 3 years and under with a parent or guardian)
Every Tuesday morning from 9:30 -11;00 AM
Starting Tuesday, September 7, 2010
After another resounding success, Temple is happy to welcome back all the Moms & Tots for more fun, and chill time in our hospitable, clean and equiped children's rooms! Moms can settle back with a coffee and catch up while the young ones are happily, healthfully engaged! Snacks and refreshments free of charge and all are welcome!
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KID'S KORNER!
Coming this fall to Temple-Watch for more details!
"Parent & Baby Yoga" with Mona Keddy!
"Fertility Yoga" with Tasha Lackman!
"Parent & Tot Music' with Loony Lorne!
"Tot Shabbat"!
"Infant/Child CPR" & "First Aid Class"
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IN THE CITY PRESENTS: Movies and Munchies
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Screening and special guest speaker, Mayra Levy, (President of Centro Hebreo Sefardi of Havana)
7:00 PM $10.00 per person
"The Forgotten Refugees" , The mass exodus of Jews form Arab Countries and Iran in the 20th century.
A documentary which explores the histroy and destruciton of Middle Eastern Jewish comminties, some of which existed for over 2500 years, using extensive testimony of refugees from Egypt, Yemen, Libya and Iraq, recounting stories of nearly one million individuals who were displaced.
Call to register: Stefani Novick. (514) 342-1234 ext 7201
BIKUR CHOLIM ~ YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
The "Friendly Visiting Committee" is mandated to visit the sick and shut-ins of our community. We are looking at "in home stimulation" for these folks. We are also seeking people in our community, alone and lonesome, who may qualify for these visits and friendly volunteers to make these visits.
Please contact Mona Kaufmann: (514) 842-3939.
BRIDGE CLUB
The “Temple Duplicate Bridge Club” continues its game every Friday throughout the year. We meet at 11:00 a.m. for coffee and nibbles, and the game starts at 11:30 a.m. The entry fee is $8.00. Linda Schmalz is our able and cordial director. The players range from newcomers to duplicate, to the very experienced. Everyone enjoys the games, and Temple profits from the proceeds. If you like bridge, please join us for an afternoon of fun and challenge.
For further information, please call Temple office at (514) 937-3575.
MUSICAL Opportunities at Temple
Kol HaNeshama Congregational Choir welcomes Temple members who love to sing. We meet on certain Wednesday evenings between September and June in preparation for designated Friday night services as well as the Yom Kippur afternoon service. The music is a mixed bag of traditional and contemporary settings of the prayers. All of it is inspiring! Rehearsals are focused but fun and there is a warm camaraderie among all the singers. All music is provided by Temple. Hebrew reading is not required since the music is transliterated.
Proficient Instrumentalist? Do you play an instrument well? Interested in performance opportunities? Join us!
Young Singers or their parents interested in the formation of a youth choir. Come join!
For further information, please contact Rachelle Shubert at (514) 937-3575 ext 235 or rachelle@templemontreal.ca