JRCC BAT MITZVAH CLUB CELEBRATES WITH JOYFUL YEAR-END GALA
The JRCC Bat Mitzvah Club recently wrapped up a meaningful and fun-filled year with a beautiful gala celebration, marking the culmination of months of learning, creativity, and personal growth. Families and friends gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the girls, who each had the opportunity to speak and share what they gained from the experience. Bat Mitzvah Club offers Jewish girls a unique journey of discovery as they explore their heritage, embrace the special role of the Jewish woman, and connect with peers in a supportive and engaging environment. Throughout the year, participants took part in exciting activities including art projects, food decorating, ceramics, community outreach, and educational workshops. To learn more about the JRCC Bat Mitzvah Club, visit jrcc.org/Bat.
HEBREW SCHOOL END OF YEAR CELEBRATION
Mazal Tov to the 100+ students of the JRCC Hebrew School on completing an incredible year of learning and achievement! The year wrapped up with a graduation celebration. Parents, students and teachers from JRCC Hebrew School locations across the GTA. The event featured a multimedia presentation showcasing the year’s highlights, a student art gallery, and a special Aleph Champ medal ceremony. Students proudly received awards for their progress in Hebrew reading and language skills, reflecting their dedication and the strength of the interactive Ckids curriculum. With growing enrollment, the JRCC Hebrew School continues to expand. Its dynamic, hands-on programming and warm, inclusive environment continue to attract families seeking a strong and joyful Jewish foundation for their children. Registration is now open for September 2025, scholarships available. Give your child the gift of Jewish learning—and yourself the gift of Jewish naches! Visit jrccschools.ca or call 416.222.7105 x225
JRCC CELEBRATES SHAVUOT WITH CREATIVE PRE-HOLIDAY EVENTS
In the lead-up to Shavuot, the JRCC hosted a variety of engaging and festive events across the community. Highlights included a vibrant Focaccia Art workshop in West Thornhill, where participants decorated delicious bread with fresh vegetables in holiday-inspired designs, and a beautiful Flower Arrangement event in Woodbridge that brought the spirit of Mount Sinai to life. These were just a few of the many exciting programs held throughout the JRCC branches, helping families and individuals connect with the meaning and joy of Shavuot in a hands-on way.
SHAVUOT ICE CREAM PARTY & TEN COMMANDMENTS
On Monday, June 2, hundreds of children and adults gathered across ten JRCC locations in the GTA to joyfully celebrate Shavuot with the annual reading of the Ten Commandments. Joining Jewish communities worldwide, families commemorated the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai over 3,000 years ago. The beloved Shavuot Ice Cream Party delighted the children, adding a festive and sweet twist to this significant holiday. After the readings, everyone enjoyed a light dairy buffet featuring homemade cheesecakes and other dairy treats, creating a warm and celebratory atmosphere. To accommodate busy schedules, branches hosted multiple readings and parties throughout the day, ensuring that families could participate comfortably. The holiday spirit began the previous evening with traditional all-night learning sessions and the special Kabbalistic Tikun Leil Shavuot. Dozens of community members joined these late-night study sessions and Torah readings, expressing their love for Torah and marking the anticipation of receiving it anew each year. Shavuot at the JRCC continues to grow in spirit and participation, bringing our community closer in joyous celebration and deepening connections to Jewish tradition.
