Danforth Jewish Circle

The DJC is once again participating in the Free Summer Lunch To-Go Program along with other Danforth Multifaith Commons' partners. The goal of the program is to provide a nutritious take-away lunch for those who are food insecure in our community. DMC partners take turns making and handing out bagged lunches in front of 310 Danforth every Tuesday from June 2 - Sept. 28. The DJC provides a team to do this once a month. If you are interested in volunteering, please email [email protected].

🏳️‍🌈 Celebrate Pride Month all June-long with the DJC! 🏳️‍🌈

May 30: Affirm United Interfaith Fair
June 16: Screening of Sabbath Queen
June 19: Community-Wide Pride Shabbat with the MNjcc
June 20: Hybrid Pride Shabbat
June 25: Something Inside So Strong: Choral Pride Celebration

Visit our events calendar to learn more: www.djctoronto.com/events

The DJC presents the award-winning documentary, Sabbath Queen. The highly anticipated screening includes a Q&A with Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, whose 21-year journey from Orthodox rabbi-in-training to radical drag queen is the subject of the film.

Date: June 16, 2026
Location: Al Green Theatre, MNjcc
Address: 750 Spadina Avenue

Following the screening, join us for a special panel discussion featuring Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie , followed by a meet-and-greet reception with drinks.

General admission to the film and panel discussion: $25
Student tickets: $18
Tickets with access to the meet and greet reception: $54

BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!https://shorturl.at/RT43L

About the Film:
Filmed over more than two decades, Sabbath Queen traces the life of Amichai Lau-Lavie, the descendant of an unbroken line of 38 Orthodox rabbis. The film chronicles his epic journey from being torn between rejecting and embracing his dynastic lineage to becoming a drag performer, a q***r father, and the founder of Lab/Shul—an experimental, everybody-friendly congregation in New York. The documentary tackles themes of patriarchy, tradition, and radical inclusion in the 21st century.

🌾✨ Chag Shavuot Sameach! ✨🌾

This is your official reminder to stock up on cheesecake, bake those blintzes, and enjoy all the dairy treats you can handle!
Whether you are attending Rabbi Glickman's session at MNjcc's Tikkun Leil Shavuot, filling your home with fresh spring greenery, or just spending quality time with family, we wish you a sweet, joyful, and delicious holiday. What's on your menu this year?

Hybrid Shabbat Morning Service + Leo’s Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, May 23, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Let’s join together (in person or online) for a joyous Shabbat morning service where Leo will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah!

We’ll enjoy spirited singing, soulful prayer, and meaningful Torah learning, followed by Kiddush Conversations with Rabbi Glickman. You can grab your plate from the kiddush buffet, then feed your mind while you feed your body

Click here for the Zoom link: https://lnk.bio/danforthjewishcircle

Young families attending the service in person are invited to David & Bagel’s Shabbat Breakout, which will begin when we take out the Torah in the middle of the service. Bring the kids for a breakout of singing, stories, and Shabbat fun with David Gershon and his dog, Bagel.

TOMORROW MORNING
Zoom Only: Yoga & Schmooze with Rabbi Glickman
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Begin your Shabbat morning with Jewish movement and meditation. Join your DJC community monthly on Shabbat morning for embodied prayer practice. Have a mat (or a towel) and a water bottle on hand. Following our yoga session, there will be an opportunity for schmoozing as we wish each other Shabbat Shalom. All yoga poses will be adaptable to various needs. If you require any modifications, feel free to connect with Rabbi Glickman in advance at [email protected]

Link in bio! https://calendar.boomte.ch/single/qJ7kW2nK0tK0hU1lsH9M6jm

Zoom Only: Yoga & Schmooze with Rabbi Glickman
Saturday, 16 May | 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Begin your Shabbat morning with Jewish movement and meditation. Join your DJC community monthly on Shabbat morning for embodied prayer practice. Have a mat (or a towel) and a water bottle on hand. Following our yoga session, there will be an opportunity for schmoozing as we wish each other Shabbat Shalom. All yoga poses will be adaptable to various needs. If you require any modifications, feel free to connect with Rabbi Glickman in advance at [email protected]

This session is on Zoom only.
Click here to register for the Zoom link by May 15 at 2:00 pm
https://calendar.boomte.ch/single/zJ7W2onK0nwK0U1oH9cM6u

18 years. One night. Endless ideas ✨

Rooted in tradition and inquiry, Tikkun Leil Shavuot at the MNjcc is an all-night Jewish learning festival and a gathering that brings together diverse voices and generations. Through thought-provoking talks, late-night learning (including a session taught by our own Rabbi Glickman) and meaningful conversation, we explore Jewish wisdom and the big questions of our time in a space to be curious, inspired, and in community.

Registration is required and we invite you to mark this milestone year with a donation of $18 or more in support of accessible Jewish learning for all. Your support helps us continue to create a space that is open, inclusive, and accessible to learners of all backgrounds.

📅 Thu | May 21 | 7pm
📍 Miles Nadal JCC
🎟️ www.mnjcc.org/tikkun2026

Hi Friends,
We've recently updated our website, and we're just ironing out a few kinks! If you happen to be visiting www.djctoronto.com and you notice anything not working as expected, please drop us a line at [email protected] so we can fix it right away. In the meantime, please enjoy the new site and feel free to let us know what you think!
See you at our Shabbat Morning Service tomorrow!