Congregation Darchei Noam

Tot Shabbat
2026-05-16 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Tot Shabbat!
On Saturday, May 16th, Join us as we learn together, sing, and enjoy a delicious Kiddush lunch!
🎵 11:30 AM: Tot Shabbat with fun activities and songs
🍽 12:15 PM: Blessings and Kiddush lunch for all
Let’s celebrate a beautiful year of singing, playing, and dancing together.
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Shabbat Services
2026-05-16 10:00, 2026-05-09 10:00, 2026-05-02 10:00, 2026-04-25 10:00, 2026-04-18 10:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 UTC | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Experience the heartwarming blend of traditional egalitarian Shabbat morning services, engaging children’s programming, Torah study, enlightening talks, alternative creative services, spirited Israeli dancing, and the camaraderie of communal Kiddush. Whatever you seek on Shabbat, Darchei Noam has something to offer!
Our Shabbat morning services, filled with joyous singing accompanied by instruments, moments of contemplative reflection, and insightful divrei Torah (teachings), create a backdrop for life cycle celebrations within our welcoming community.
Enhance your communal Shabbat experience by joining our Kiddush lunch. Whether you participate in our morning Torah study, celebrate a simcha with a community family, join in our monthly Israeli dancing sessions, or host your own gathering, Shabbat at Darchei Noam is a chance to reconnect with old friends and make new ones!
We follow the Reconstructionist prayer book Kol Haneshamah Shabbat v’Chagim. Services take place on Saturday mornings at 10 am, with child care available. All our services are also streamed via Zoom!.
If you’d like a community member to accompany you during a Darchei Noam service, simply let us know – we’d be delighted to arrange it!
Come and immerse yourself in the richness and diversity of our community’s Shabbat observances.
Aliyah and Special Occasions
For an Aliyah during sanctuary services or to acknowledge a special occasion during virtual services, please contact Rabbi Ryan Leszner at least two days in advance. The Parnass will happily share news of your occasion with the congregation at the start of the Torah service.

Shabbat Torah Study
2026-05-16 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-09 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-02 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-25 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-18 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 22:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Torah Study
Saturdays | 9:00 a.m. – In the Library and on Zoom
Come explore this week’s Parsha with us before services. We are usually lay-led, often lively and always rewarding.
If you would like to participate via Zoom, please contact the office to be added to the list and receive a link

FRESH AIR CLUB: An invitation by the DN Chesed Committee
2026-05-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-05-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-05-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-24 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-17 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Toronto) | Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St, North York, ON M3H 3P7, 4169 Bathurst St, North York, Ontario, M3H 3P7, Canada
FRESH AIR CLUB: An invitation by the DN Chesed Committee
We LOVE walking!
(Would you like to join us?)
Every Friday, from 9.30-10.30 am
Earl Bales Park
The Community Centre is where we’ll meet (9.15am)
Bring along water and maybe a treat.
Be ready to waddle or skip or just walk,
‘cause being in the fresh air is walkin’ the talk.
Please email Bernie Riley
sevenkbernie@gmail.com

Jerusalem Day Concert
2026-05-14 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Live music for Jerusalem Day
Amit Roz and friends
Inspired by Yehuda Amichai’s poetry
📅 May 14 | 🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Leah Posluns Theatre
Get Tickets Here

Coffee and Docs
2026-05-13 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
Join us for Coffee and Docs, a series of three Israeli documentary screenings, each accompanied by a pre-recorded Q&A with the filmmaker. Screenings will take place on May 13, May 27, and June 10 at 1:30 pm. Enjoy coffee and cookies in a relaxed and engaging setting. Pre-registration is required. There is no fee to attend; donations are welcome.

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Reconstructionist Reading Group: The Religion of Ethical Nationhood
2026-05-09 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Reconstructionist Reading Group: The Religion of Ethical Nationhood

Curious about Reconstructionist Judaism, nationhood, and big ethical questions in an age that sometimes feels apocalyptic? Join us as we continue studying The Religion of Ethical Nationhood by Mordecai Kaplan, in which Kaplan argues that ethical nationhood is essential for human survival and global stability.
We’ll meet monthly on Shabbat in the library after kiddush, 1:00–2:00 PM. The next session is May 9. Registration is required. Digital excerpts will be provided in advance of each session.

Celebrating One Year of Partnership with Rafiken: Naomi Azrieli D’var
2026-05-09 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Join us for a special Shabbat as we mark one year of our partnership with Rafiken Social Enterprises. This milestone reflects our shared commitment to inclusion, dignity, and community connection, and we look forward to acknowledging it together.
We are pleased to welcome Naomi Azrieli as our special guest, who will offer the D’var Torah.
Naomi Azrieli, O.C., DPhil, is Chair of the Azrieli Foundation, one of Canada’s largest foundations, where she has led transformative work in education, scientific research, Holocaust education, caregiving, and community resilience for over two decades.
A respected philanthropic leader and social entrepreneur, she is also the founder of Rafiken Social Enterprises, including The Infinite Bean catering and café, which creates meaningful employment opportunities for neurodiverse individuals.
As part of this celebration, we will also recognize and express our gratitude to the dedicated Rafiken staff whose work each week makes our Kiddush possible. Their commitment and care are an essential part of our communal life.
We hope you will join us for this meaningful Shabbat as we celebrate partnership, purpose, and community.

Ark Adventures
2026-05-09 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Ark Adventures is designed for young children (ages birth to 5) and their families to experience Shabbat in community together. The program is offered on select Saturdays throughout the year.
Ark Adventures will “set sail” on May 9/ 2026, at 10:00 A.M.
Join us on the ark for a Shabbat adventure!
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Pins & Needles
2026-05-05 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | 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, May 5, in the shul library from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and on Zoom on the third Tuesday of the month (May 19). We knit, crochet, and socialize. We would love to have other crafters join us to showcase their work and share tips and stories.
We would also like to inform you 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.

Post Kiddush: Documentary Screening: Crossing the River
2026-05-02 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
A documentary screening and talk exploring the extraordinary story of the Fink family, Holocaust survivors who endured deportation, liberation, and rebuilt their lives in Canada.

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Pins & Needles
2026-04-28 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
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, April 14, in the shul library from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and on Zoom on the third Tuesday of the month (April 21). We knit, crochet, and socialize. We would love to have other crafters join us to showcase their work and share tips and stories.
We would also like to inform you 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.

Darchei Noam Blood Drive
2026-04-26 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
🗓️ Sunday, April 26 ⏰ 10:00 am – 3:00 PM📍Darchei Noam
Join us in saving lives by donating blood! Your donation can provide life-saving blood products to patients in need within our community. Donations take only a few minutes but make an immeasurable impact—each donation can save up to three lives. We hope you’ll consider participating and helping us support this vital cause. Every donation counts and your generosity gives hope and healing to those in need.

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Yom Ha'atzmaut Celebrations
2026-04-25 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration
📅 Saturday, April 25 📍Darchei Noam
Join us for a lively Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration filled with music, dance, and community spirit! Enjoy Israeli dancing led by our Shabbat School, followed by Shira Betzibur with Rabbi Ryan, featuring our Shinshiniot, Maya and Omer, together with our students. The day will also include a special kiddush with delicious Israeli cuisine. Come celebrate Israel’s independence with us—we look forward to sharing this joyful day together!

Ark Adventures
2026-04-18 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Ark Adventures is designed for young children (ages birth to 5) and their families to experience Shabbat in community together. The program is offered on select Saturdays throughout the year.
Ark Adventures will “set sail” on April 18/ 2026, at 10:00 A.M.
Join us on the ark for a Shabbat adventure!
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Pins & Needles
2026-04-14 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Congregation Darchei Noam, 864 Sheppard Ave W., North York, Ontario, M3H 2T, Canada
