The Shaar

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 3
2025-10-13 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 3: Building Sentences and Basic Grammar
Students begin to construct full sentences, understand gender/plural rules, and improve fluency in the present tense. Reading short texts and understanding context is introduced.
with Galia Philip

Chess for Beginners
2025-10-13 19:30 - 20:30 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
$125 per student
Master the board – one move at a time!
Ellis Steinberg has been playing chess since the age of 4 and has been an avid tournament player for over 20 years. He has extensive coaching experience across all levels—from beginners to advanced—with both children and adults.
Course will require a minimum of 10 participants to be viable.

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 5
2025-10-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 5: Communication and Grammar
Students achieve high-level fluency, use all tenses, express abstract ideas, and engage with Israeli culture. This level prepares students for real-world communication and advanced texts.
with Merav Luz

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 5 Advanced
2025-10-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 5 Advanced: Mastery, Critical Thinking & Full Cultural Integration
Students will master advanced grammar, formal and informal registers, and interpret high-level texts with fluency.
with Galia Philip

Shemini Atzeret
2025-10-14 | Quebec

Shacharit
2025-10-14 08:45 - 09:45, 2025-10-15 08:45 - 09:45, 2025-10-16 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-10-17 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-10-18 08:45 - 12:00, 2025-10-19 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-20 07:30 - 08:30 | Quebec

Mincha/Ma’ariv/Hakafot
2025-10-14 17:50 | Quebec

Candles after
2025-10-14 18:55 | Quebec

Simchat Torah
2025-10-15 | Quebec

Mincha/Ma'ariv
2025-10-15 17:50 - 18:20, 2025-10-16 17:50 - 18:20, 2025-10-18 17:50 - 18:20, 2025-10-19 17:40 - 18:10, 2025-10-20 17:40 - 18:10 | Quebec

Havdalah
2025-10-15 18:53, 2025-10-18 18:48 | Quebec

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 3 Afternoon
2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 3: Building Sentences and Basic Grammar
Students begin to construct full sentences, understand gender/plural rules, and improve fluency in the present tense. Reading short texts and understanding context is introduced.
with Merav Luz

Parashat Hashavua
2025-10-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Taught by Rabbi Ellis
Come 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.
Free and open to all

Candles
2025-10-17 17:46 | Quebec

Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
2025-10-17 17:50 - 18:20 | Quebec

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 1
2025-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Quebec
Level 1: Learning To Read
This level introduces the Hebrew alphabet and vowels. Students begin to decode and read simple words and phrases while focusing on correct pronunciation and reading fluency. No prior knowledge of Hebrew is required

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 4
2025-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 4: Conversational Hebrew & Reading Comprehension
Students are able to hold simple conversations, read short stories or articles, and write short texts. They begin to use the past tense and improve confidence in speaking.
with Galia Philip

Kings, Princes, and Prophets
2025-10-20 19:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Taught by Yosi Even-Hen
Step 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.

Hebrew Classes - Fall Session - Level 2
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Level 2: Basic Vocabulary and Every Day Expressions
Students develop basic conversational skills and essential vocabulary related to daily life. This level enables simple dialogues, basic listening comprehension, and comfort in practical Hebrew contexts.
with Merav Luz
