JRCC DAY OF GIVING IS RAISING $2M!
The JRCC Day of Giving in midle of raising $2 Million to support for the new initiatives of the JRCC and its branches. The funds raised will help the JRCC and its branches expand their reach and enhancing their programs. The theme of this giving day is More Da. In Hebrew, more דע means to KNOW more. Knowledge is power, specifically the power to overcome the challenges and apathy of this generation. In Russian, More Да means more “yes.” Let’s offer more programs, more connection, more social support, more networking, more community – more reasons for people to say yes to being part of Jewish life and the Jewish people. All of the JRCC’s branches are in the midst of significant growth spurts, each in its own way. The Day of Diving provides an opportunity for members of the community and supporters from around the world who are inspired by the JRCC to be partners in these efforts. It’s not too late to join. Visit jrccgiving.org.
JEWQ CHAMPIONSHIP
The JRCC Hebrew School, together with other Hebrew Schools from across the GTA, participated in the local JewQ gameshow stye trivia competition, joining thousands of contestants from over 175 cities and 22 countries around the world. The students showcased their Torah knowledge, having become experts in several subjects, and the champions were each given awards. Three students from the JRCC Hebrew School won trophies, and they will represent our community in the international championship on March 26: Ariella Rebellow from JRCC Bat Mitzvah cCub, Aaron Cohen from JRCC S Richmond Hill & Maple Maple Hebrew School, and Sophie Hadas Roginsky from JRCC East Thornhill Hebrew School. Congratulations to the winners and to all the participants. Thank you for making your community and your parents proud!
ONE SHABBAT ONE WORLD
On Friday evening, January 27, each JRCC branch hosted a
community Shabbat dinner as part of the “One Shabbat One World”
initiative. The several hundred who participated in the GTA were part
of a global even in which tens of thousands of people joined Shabbat
dinners in dozens of communities around the world. The initiative is
designed to bring the light of Moshiach and redemption into the world
through the peace of Shabbat and the power of unity.
TU BSHVAT
In honor of Tu Bishvat, the new year for trees, JRCC branches hosted a variety of events for children and social evenings for adults. Children’s events included Tu Bishvat Adventures in an Israeli Supermarket at JRCC East Thornhill and JRCC S Richmond Hill & Maple, a Holiday Kiddie Chefs Tu Bishvat edition, at JRCC Woodbridge an adult event included Online interactive game and Whiskey & Wisdom at JRCC Woodbridge. Tu Bishvat events provide an opportune time to reflect about our connection to the earth, to the Land of Israel, and to the concept of growth in general.
A MAGICAL MUSICAL EVENT
On Wednesday, February 9, the JRCC hosted a magical evening at Leah Posluns Theatre in honor of Yud Shevat, celebrating the anniversary of the Rebbe’s leadership. The event, titled “Return to Yiddishkeit Through a Journey of Niggunim,” featured Maestro Israel Edelson’s personal story weaved through compositions and performance. As Edelson says, ““There is no blueprint for this journey, just a feeling, my music, and a question that beckons from the deep.” The evening was beyond inspiring for all those in attendance, a fitting tribute to the Rebbe and an uplifting way to celebrate his life and teachings.
