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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T190000
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UID:10014366-1778526000-1778529600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 2 - Basic Vocabulary and Everyday Expressions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level2/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260331T151304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151304Z
UID:10014399-1778526000-1778529600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 5 - Communication and Grammar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-level-5-communication-and-grammar/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260326T193038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T162317Z
UID:10014294-1778526000-1778531400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Chess
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/chess/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:450 Kensington Avenue\, 450 Kensington Avenue\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260331T150858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T150858Z
UID:10014377-1778529600-1778533200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 3 - Building Sentences and Basic Grammar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level3/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014176-1778571000-1778574600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014206-1778612400-1778614200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014177-1778657400-1778661000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014207-1778698800-1778700600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20251216T163550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164719Z
UID:10013464-1778700600-1778706000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:In times of loss\, being with others who share similar experiences can offer comfort\, understanding\, and support. Geared toward those in the first year of mourning\, this program offers six group meetings held between January and April. \nThe group will be led by Carly Berlin\, MSW\, Registered Social Worker\, together with Rabbi Yehoshua Ellis.To register\, please contact Robyn Bennett at 514-937-9474 ext. 146 or rbennett@theshaar.org. \nThis program is sponsored by the Gertrude Friedman Memorial Fund\, in memory of Gertrude Friedman—founder of the Canadian National Organization of Widows\, career psychologist\, and bereavement and family counsellor.
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/bereavement-group/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:450 Kensington Avenue\, 450 Kensington Avenue\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event,Shaar Cares
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014178-1778743800-1778747400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260305T152111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T131515Z
UID:10014020-1778761800-1778769000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Books and Tea
DESCRIPTION:$20 per person · Light lunch: 12:30 pm · Program: 1:00 pm\nReviewed by Linda Shohet \nThe Elements by John Boyne – A gripping and profound exploration of guilt\, blame\, trauma\, and the human capacity for redemption. In The Elements\, acclaimed Irish novelist John Boyne has created an epic saga that weaves together four interconnected narratives\, each representing a different perspective on the enabler\, the accomplice\, the perpetrator\, and the victim. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/books-and-tea/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event,Sisterhood
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014208-1778785200-1778787000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20250909T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200440Z
UID:10011882-1778787000-1778792400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Parashat Hashavua
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Ellis\nCome together for a thoughtful and dynamic exploration of the weekly Torah portion. Each session offers fresh insights and contemporary perspectives\, uncovering the modern relevance and timeless wisdom woven into our holiest text\, the Torah. \nFree and open to all
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/parashat-hashavua/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/SH_Parshat_Hashavua_Flyer2-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014179-1778830200-1778833800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260113T202308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T202308Z
UID:10013808-1778844600-1778846400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Parent & Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/parent-tot-shabbat/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event,Youth & Young Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/parent-and-tot-winter-2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T182108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T182108Z
UID:10014123-1778871600-1778873400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-kabbalat-shabbat-3/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T190408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154716Z
UID:10014140-1778875200-1778875200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Candles
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/candles-55/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014180-1778921100-1778932800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T194000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T201000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014209-1778960400-1778962200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T211300
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T211300
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T191515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T193234Z
UID:10014154-1778965980-1778965980@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Havdalah
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/havdalah-40/2026-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014181-1779004800-1779008400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014210-1779044400-1779046200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T162115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162229Z
UID:10014235-1779062400-1779148799@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Statutory holiday (Victoria Day)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/statutory-holiday-victoria-day/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Holidays,Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014182-1779091200-1779094800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T175500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T185500
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260331T150115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151423Z
UID:10014356-1779126900-1779130500@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 1 - Learning to Read
DESCRIPTION:The class introduces the Hebrew alphabet and vowels. Learners begin to decode and read simple words and phrases while focusing on correct pronunciation and reading fluency. Our level 1 course introduces beginners to basic vocabulary and helps them build a good foundation for their Hebrew.
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew_spirng2026_level1/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SLC_Hebrew_Merav-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260331T151115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151115Z
UID:10014389-1779127200-1779130800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 4 - Conversational Hebrew & Reading Comprehension
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level4/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SLC_Hebrew_Galia-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260204T200624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T212240Z
UID:10013942-1779129000-1779134400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:The Yalla Club
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Learning. Israel Connection. Meaningful Friendships.\n$80 per session · for students in grades 7-9 · Dinner will be served
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/club-sababa-2/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event,Youth & Young Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ClubSababa_Flyer3-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20250909T181340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200540Z
UID:10012138-1779130800-1779130800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Kings\, Princes\, and Prophets
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Yosi Even-Hen\nStep into the world of ancient Israel and witness the remarkable journey of David — from a humble shepherd to the anointed King — as told in the Book of Samuel.
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/kings-princes-and-prophets/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/SH_KingsPrincesProphets_Flyer-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014211-1779130800-1779132600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182741
CREATED:20260331T150605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151516Z
UID:10014367-1779130800-1779134400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 2 - Basic Vocabulary and Everyday Expressions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level2/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Congregation Shaar Hashomayim\, 425 Metcalfe Ave\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shaar Learning Center,Main Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SLC_Hebrew_Merav-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
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