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SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014274-1781204400-1781206200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20250909T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200440Z
UID:10011886-1781206200-1781211600@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/2026-06-11/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014254-1781249400-1781253000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260113T202308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T202308Z
UID:10013812-1781263800-1781265600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Parent & Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/parent-tot-shabbat/2026-06-12/
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:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T182108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T182108Z
UID:10014127-1781290800-1781292600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-kabbalat-shabbat-3/2026-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T202500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T202500
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T190408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154716Z
UID:10014144-1781295900-1781295900@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Candles
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/candles-55/2026-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014255-1781340300-1781352000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T201000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T204000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014275-1781381400-1781383200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T214300
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T214300
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T191515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T193234Z
UID:10014158-1781386980-1781386980@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Havdalah
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/havdalah-40/2026-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014256-1781424000-1781427600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-14/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014276-1781463600-1781465400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-14/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T081500
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014257-1781507700-1781511300@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T175500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T185500
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260331T150115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151423Z
UID:10014360-1781546100-1781549700@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_level1/2026-06-15/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260331T151115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151115Z
UID:10014393-1781546400-1781550000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 4 - Conversational Hebrew & Reading Comprehension
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level4/2026-06-15/
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:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20250909T181340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200540Z
UID:10012142-1781550000-1781550000@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/2026-06-15/
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:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014277-1781550000-1781551800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260331T150605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151516Z
UID:10014371-1781550000-1781553600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 2 - Basic Vocabulary and Everyday Expressions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level2/2026-06-15/
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:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260331T151304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151304Z
UID:10014404-1781550000-1781553600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 5 - Communication and Grammar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-level-5-communication-and-grammar/2026-06-15/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260331T150858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T150858Z
UID:10014382-1781553600-1781557200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew - Level 3 - Building Sentences and Basic Grammar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/hebrew-spring2026-level3/2026-06-15/
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:20260616T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T081500
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014258-1781594100-1781597700@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014278-1781636400-1781638200@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014259-1781681400-1781685000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014279-1781722800-1781724600@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20251216T163550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164719Z
UID:10013469-1781724600-1781730000@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/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:450 Kensington Avenue\, 450 Kensington Avenue\, Westmount\, Quebec\, H3Y 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Main Event,Shaar Cares
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theshaar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SH_Bereavement_Group_Flyer_2026-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014260-1781767800-1781771400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260319T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T192807Z
UID:10014280-1781809200-1781811000@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Mincha/Ma’ariv
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/mincha-maariv-10/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20250909T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200440Z
UID:10011887-1781811000-1781816400@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/2026-06-18/
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_Parshat_Hashavua_Flyer2-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260318T204636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T190459Z
UID:10014261-1781854200-1781857800@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Shacharit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/shacharit-297/2026-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Service Times
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045049
CREATED:20260113T202308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T202308Z
UID:10013813-1781868600-1781870400@www.theshaar.org
SUMMARY:Parent & Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.theshaar.org/event/parent-tot-shabbat/2026-06-19/
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
END:VEVENT
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