Last day of Hebrew School
2025-05-11 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada

Blood Drive
2025-05-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
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

Chassidic Songs
2025-05-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada

Office Closed
2025-05-19, 2025-06-02, 2025-06-03, 2025-06-30, 2025-07-01

Pins and Needles Circle
2025-05-20 13:30 - 15:30 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
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.

Board Meeting
2025-05-21 19:15 - 21:15, 2025-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada

Tikkun Leil Shavuot @ MNJCC
2025-06-01 19:00
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

Shavuot
2025-06-02 10:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
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.

Annual General Meeting
2025-06-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
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
2025-06-07 11:15 - 12:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
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

Darchei Noam Welcomes: Justin Rosen Smolen
2025-06-07 13:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
📅 Saturday: June 7 | 🕙 1 PM in Sanctuary | 🕙 8 PM at Mitchell Residence
On Shabbat morning, Justin will give a brief talk during services to introduce his topics, and he will speak further about Reconstructing Judaism and about Reconstructionism at a question and answer session after Kiddush. Please register here.
On Saturday evening at 8:00 PM, we will have a further informal session with Justin at the home of Michael Mitchell to discuss current initiatives at Reconstructing Judaism and how his department, Thriving Communities, supports congregations. Please RSVP to mm@cmichaelmitchell.com
Justin Rosen Smolen is the Vice President for Thriving Communities and Partnerships at Reconstructing Judaism. He oversees movement initiatives supporting congregations worldwide and builds partnerships to advance a deeply rooted, boldly relevant, and co-creative approach to Jewish life.

Kolot Noam
2025-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
📅 Saturday, June 7 | 🕙 7 PM – 9 PM |📍In the Library
Kolot Noam, Darchei Noam’s take on Shira b’Tsibur (singing in community) is back!
The non-member fee is $5, members participate for free.
Registration is mandatory, please register here.
Please bring a small dessert to share at the end of the evening.
Looking forward to seeing you all there!

How Did We Get To Where We Are? Session 1 of 3
2025-06-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Israeli – Palestinian Conflict Workshop Series with Dr. Oded Oron
Join us for this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding and contribute to meaningful discussions on one of the most pivotal conflicts of our time.
We are pleased to invite you to a transformative 3-part workshop series that explores the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Designed for active participation and meaningful dialogue, this series goes beyond traditional lectures, offering an engaging, hands-on learning experience.
Led by Dr. Oded Oron, Assistant Professor of Political Science, whose expertise spans Forced Migration, Social Movements, and Canadian Immigration Law, this series provides historical context, critical analysis, and collaborative exploration.
Session Topics:
🔹 Session 1 – June 8:1948: The Birth of Israel and the Palestinian Refugee ProblemExplore the foundational events and their lasting impact.
🔹 Session 2 – June 22:Borders: Security Considerations or Messianic Vision?Examine the complexities of territorial disputes and settlement policies.
🔹 Session 3 – July 6:Common Approaches to Solving the ConflictDiscuss strategies and frameworks that have shaped the peace process.
Participation Commitment:
To gain the full benefit of this series, we strongly encourage participants to commit to all three sessions. Each workshop builds upon the previous one, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted issues at hand.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

The 2nd "Celebration of the Arts of Darchei Noam"
2025-06-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Join us for our 2nd show and sale of the many talented artists of Congregation Darchei Noam. There will be more than 25 Darchei Noam artists, including 8 new exhibitors. Art forms include paintings, pottery, textiles, woodworking, photography, glassworks, mixed media and more!
A portion of all sales will be donated to Darchei Noam.
Free Admission!
Register Here

Darchei Noam Presents: WZO Voting 101
2025-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 | On Zoom
Join us for this informative webinar on how and why to vote in the upcoming World Zionist Congress elections.
Keynote address from Joan Garson, previous chair of the Canadian Zionist Federation, explaining the origins and history of the World Zionist Organization and the part that we as Canadian Jews can play in the upcoming worldwide elections.
Presentations from Canadian representatives of:
ARZA Canada (Association of Reform Zionists of America-Canada),
MERCAZ-Canada (The Canadian home of Masorti/Conservative Judaism)
HATIKVAH Canada (Democratic Israel)
Registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the event. Please register here.

B'Mitzvah Info Session
2025-06-10 19:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Please join us for our upcoming information session on our B’Mitzvah Program on Tuesday, June 10 at 7:30 pm on Zoom.
Families of children entering grade 6 and 7 are eligible to participate.
We will share key details about the program, let you know what to expect, and answer any questions you may have.
Please register here to learn more about this meaningful journey.

Pride Shabbat
2025-06-14 10:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Pride Shabbat
📅 Saturday, June 14 | 🕙 10 AM |📍In the sanctuary
Join us for a joyful and inclusive Pride Shabbat, supported by Michael Latz and Michael Simon, celebrating the vibrant intersection of Jewish and LGBTQ+ identities. Together, we will celebrate Shabbat with song, prayer, and community, honoring the values of diversity, dignity, and belonging. Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, come as you are—your presence helps us build a more open and loving spiritual home. All are welcome!
Please register here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/pride-shabbat-at-darchei-noam

Pins and Needles Circle
2025-06-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Pins and Needles is reaching out to let you know that we are always very happy to welcome new members to our group. This month we will meet on Tuesday June 17th in the shul library from 1:30 to 3:30 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.

How Did We Get To Where We Are? Session 2 of 3
2025-06-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada

Synaplex Shabbat
2025-06-28 10:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Synaplex Shabbat
📅 Saturday, June 28 | 🕙 10 AM |📍Multiple locations at Darchei Noam
We will begin together at 10:00 AM with introductory prayers, setting the stage for a meaningful and transformative morning. Then, as we arrive at the Torah service, you get to choose from three meaningful opportunities to experience Torah—each offering a unique lens into Jewish tradition, spirituality, and learning.
Option 1: Traditional Torah Service
Engage in a full, exploratory Torah reading led by Rob Silver.
Option 2: Reflective & Meditative Musical Experience
David Lefkowich & Lenka Lichtenberg will lead an immersive exploration of the Book of Psalms, where ancient words meet modern melodies.
Option 3: Roots and Routes: Jewish Migration, Adaptation, and Resilience in Latin America and Canada with Dr. Analucía Lopezrevoredo
Join Dr. Lopezrevoredo for a dynamic exploration of Jewish journeys through Latin America and into Canada. Together, we’ll trace the migration routes that brought Jews to countries like Argentina, Peru, and Mexico, and examine the cultural adaptations that followed. What did Jewish communities give up or adopt in order to survive and thrive? How did relationships with local clergy and Indigenous communities shape religious and cultural life — particularly in remote places like Iquitos? We’ll reflect on the legacy of Latin American Jewish figures, and discuss the complexities faced by Jews emigrating from Latin America today. This program invites us to honour the resilience of diasporic Jewish life while asking what it means to belong, adapt, and remain rooted across generations and borders.
After the Torah service, we will reunite as a community for closing prayers, and Kiddush. We look forward to sharing this uplifting and enriching morning with you.
Please register here for Synaplex Shabbat.

Israeli Dancing
2025-06-28 13:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Saturday, June 28 | Following Kiddush – Social Hall
Please join us toward the end of kiddush in the Social Hall for an hour of Israeli dancing.

All are welcome to join us in this fun, community-building activity. Join us to enjoy Israeli music and movement.

Pins and Needles Circle
2025-07-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Pins and Needles is reaching out to let you know that we are always very happy to welcome new members to our group. This month we will meet on Wednesday July 2nd in the shul library from 1:30 to 3:30 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.

Kolot Noam
2025-07-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
📅 Saturday, July 5 | 🕙 7 PM – 9 PM |📍In the Library
Kolot Noam, Darchei Noam’s take on Shira b’Tsibur (singing in community) is back!
The non-member fee is $5, members participate for free.
Registration is mandatory, please register here.
Please bring a small dessert to share at the end of the evening.
Looking forward to seeing you all there!

How Did We Get To Where We Are? Session 3 of 3
2025-07-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada

Tisha B’Av Services
2025-08-02 19:30 | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Join us for Tisha B’Av services, where we will acknowledge a day of mourning and reflection as we remember the destruction of the Temples and other tragedies in Jewish history and today.
Through prayer, poetry, and community, we hold space for grief while imagining the possibility of renewal.
All are welcome to join us for this meaningful service.
