Aliyah Rotman was an incredible kid. She smiled brightly, laughed generously and loved sparkly unicorn clothes. Above all, Aliyah was unfailingly kind and giving. On the day Aliyah arrived at the Sick Kids ER, she required 7 units of blood as the amazing team tried to save her life. Reflecting on that, we are so grateful for the generosity of those who gave blood in the weeks and months leading up to March 7th 2022. Their donations gave us more time with Aliyah. Their donations allowed Aliyah to be an organ donor, to free 2 from dialysis and give a little boy a new heart. In Aliyah’s name and honour we hope to have our community join Aliyah’s A-Team. As Aliyah would say, to give many others the opportunity to live their one life and live it good. To Register Sign in or create an account by visiting blood.ca/en or use the GiveBlood app. Select ‘Partners’ from the menu, then ‘Join an existing team’ Search for: Aliyah’s A Team

Pins and Needles is reaching out to let you know that we are always very happy to welcome new members to our group. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the shul library from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., and on Zoom on the third Tuesday of the month. We knit, crochet, and socialize. We would love to have other crafters join us to show what they’re working on and to share tips and stories. We also want to let you know that we are currently in need of yarn donations. Especially helpful are donations of blanket-weight yarn and multiple balls of the same weight or colour. If you’re doing some spring cleaning and have yarn you’re no longer using, we’d be grateful if you’d consider donating it to us. Please contact nancy@kosiner.com if you have any questions.

Toronto’s All-Night Jewish Learning Festival @ MNJCC Sunday, June 1 2025 | Sunset to Sunrise | Doors Open at 7:00 PM (Tikkun Niggun Saloon ft. Rabbi Ryan Leszner and Eden Nameri @ 7:30 PM) Come as you are. Stay for the night. Learn something new. Click here for more information and to register

Join us for Shavuot services as we celebrate the giving of the Torah. The service will include Yizkor, the memorial prayer to remember loved ones.

We invite you to attend the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Congregation Darchei Noam, which will take place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in the Social Hall at 864 Sheppard Avenue West. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. While Zoom videoconferencing will be available for those who require it, we warmly encourage all who are able to attend in person. This is a valuable opportunity to gather as a community, enjoy some refreshments, and connect with one another. At the AGM, you will: Receive an update from our President on the past year Learn about progress in implementing our strategic plan Hear reports from the Treasurer and Membership Committee Chairs Vote on the appointment of auditors and the proposed slate for the 2025–2026 Board of Directors Join us in expressing our gratitude to outgoing Board members, Officers, and Committee Chairs Please register here by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31 to help us ensure we meet quorum and have sufficient refreshments. Each voting member in your household must register individually.

Tot Shabbat: Tiny Treasures On Saturday, June 7th, we will have our last Tot Shabbat until September! Join us as we learn together, sing, and enjoy a delicious Kiddush lunch! We especially welcome children who were born in the last year, so that we can offer them a special gift and blessing.  🎵 11:15 AM **New Time**: Tot Shabbat with fun activities and songs 🍽 12:00 PM: Blessings and Kiddush lunch for all Let's celebrate a beautiful year of singing, playing, and dancing together.  Please RSVP here