Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Learning Centre
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Dear Friend,
As we approach a new year filled with opportunities and adventures, we are thrilled to share this exquisite Jewish art calendar with you.
This calendar is more than just a guide for Shabbat times and upcoming Jewish holidays; it's a vibrant addition that brings light and meaning to your home and office. Each time you flip through these pages, plan a family vacation, check an upcoming Jewish holiday, or schedule a family Shabbat dinner, we hope you will feel the beauty of our heritage and that it serves as a catalyst for deeper engagement with Jewish study and experiences.
Now more than ever, Jews worldwide are uniting and embracing their Judaism with renewed enthusiasm. We seek ways to connect, recognize the power of a mitzvah, pray for our brothers and sisters, and strengthen our Jewish pride.
At Chabad, we aim to provide every Jew, regardless of age, background, level of knowledge, or financial means, with opportunities for connection through authentic and meaningful Jewish experiences. We invite you to join us and participate in our many programs throughout the year.
We are honored to share this beautiful calendar with you in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in the Holy Land of Israel and with profound gratitude to those who protect it. Every Jew is deeply connected to our homeland, no matter where they are. No matter where we are, we face Jerusalem when we pray. As you turn these pages, you'll see famous Synagogues from around the world, all facing Jerusalem.
As we usher in the Jewish year of 5785, we pray for peace in our Holy Land and the safety and security of our brothers and sisters in Israel and worldwide.
May G-d bless you with a happy, healthy, and sweet new year of 5785. May this calendar be filled with celebrations, joyous occasions, and memorable events.
Wishing you a Shana Tova U’Metukah, Rabbi Altein
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Shana Tova
FROM
OUR FAMILY TO YOURS...
WE WISH YOU A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR!
We extend heartfelt Shana Tova wishes to the entire community on behalf of our dear friends and supporters:
Allan and Leslie Abosh and family
Vanesa and Emilio Allami
Rabbi Avrohom & Rebbetzin Brocha Altein & Family
Rabbi Menachem, Dvora, Chaya, Mottel, Chana & Levi
Abraham Amihude and Family
Barbara and Abe Anhang and Family
Bonnie Ash and Family. Rabbi Menachem and Alissa Oppen and Shlomo, Bracha and Yehudis; Moshe Shimon, Tirtza, David, Batya Oppen (Israel); Shlomo and Zahava, Elisheva Oppen (Israel)
Michel and Danita Aziza
Cheryl & Earl Barish
The Ben Family wish the Jewish Community peace, health & nachas for the New Year
Marvin and Bella Ben-Ari and family
Karla Berbrayer and Allen Kraut and Family
Abe and Toni Berenhaut and Family
Shana Tova from Jack Bidnik
L’Shana Tovah tikatevu from Catalena Birek
Bonnie Blank, Sherri-Ricki and Martin Erlichman, Callie and Joshua Diane and
their son Jonah, Brandon Blank, and Sheldon Blank
Rena Boroditsky, Noa and Adi Farage
Shana Tova from Mark and Alexandra Broitman and Family
Morris and Leona Broder and family wish you a healthy . happy and prosperous New Year!
Meira Buchszreiber and Karen
Viviana Bursuk & Family wish you a peaceful, healthy Rosh hashanah, Am Yisrael Chai!
Shanah Tovah from Gayle Charach & Mark Sarazen. May it be a year of renewed peace and blessings.
Rabby Y Charytan & Mendy
Dr. Michael and Jenifer Chernick and Chana Atara
Claudia and Gerardo Chernitsky
Luiz, Amanda, Immanuel, Naama and David Aron Chimanovitch. In memoriam
Shlomo Yaakov z”l
Daniel, Baillie, Lyla Bea, Asher and Miles Chisick
The Choresh Family
Allan, Shawna, Lindsay and Josh Cogan
Harvey and Nessie Cogan and Family
Simone Cohen-Scott, Children and Grandchildren
Marcia and Mitch Cosman and Family
Happy Rosh Hashana from the Deremboim Family
David Deutscher and Heather Leonoff
Diamante Family wishes Shana Tova Umetuca
Miriam and David Diamond
Marianne Dordick and Family
Ariela and Mervin Drabinsky
Daniel and Rena Elbaze and Family
Sharon Bronstone, Linda, Jay & Braidin Filbert
Wishing all our friends and family a Happy and Healthy Shana Tova. Larry and Akiva Fishman, Michele Feierstein , Aidan, Tal and Hannah Fishman
Shirley and Bob Freedman and Family
Shana Tova! Health and Happiness from Mabel
Marsha Friedman, Shira and Shimon Sabol and Hadara and Abba Prager
Sarah Friedman and Family
Nina Furyk
Greetings from Bonnie Geller and Family
Lionel and Mandy Gerber and Family
Benjamin and Rachel Gerstein and Jonathon (JJ)
Laurie and Yale Gilbert and Family
David Gisser K.C., Hon. Freda Steel, and family
The Glinter Family
Ksiva vChasima Tova from Capt Rabbi Dr Noteh, Chaya Nesya and Family
Gootan Yom Tov
Anna Gail & Henry Goldfeld, Alexandra, Marlee & Ariella
Jeff, Susan, Joshua, Rebecca and Benjamin Goldstein
Shana Tova from Susan Grace
Brian & Bev Greenberg & Family
Vivian Gutstadt, Julie and Roman Dascal
Dr. Norman Hechtenthal
Rabbi Boruch & Mrs. Chana Heidingsfeld & Family
Shanah Tova from Isser Held and Family
Morris Henoch, Children and Grandchildren
Martin, Rosemarie and Richard Herscovitch, Marina and Peter Parboji
May you be inscribed and sealed in the Book of Life for a good and sweet new year! Shana Tova from the Hudobin Family!
Shanah tovah! May it be a more Torah centered year of many Mitzvahs. Sara.
Morley, Bev Jacobs, Stephanie, Darwin, Morrison, Jen, Jonah, Elle, Adli, Mazie
Malik and Ruth Juravsky and Family wish everyone a very Happy New Year in the best of health
Shana Tov! Jonathan and Chaya Kahanovitch
Alon and Ana Kazakevitch and the family
Philippa, Rodney, Reuben, Ethan, Rebecca and Matan Kellen
Jeffrey and Joyce Kerr, Lindsay and Josh
Allan, Penny and Adam Kiesler
Edith Kimelman and Family
Wishing Health Happiness and prosperity Jack & Joshua Kovnats
Hillel and Sharon Kravetsky K.C.
Audrey and Daniel Kravetsky and Family
Barbara and Rocky Kravetsky
Alex, Julie & Benji Krozkin
Ralph and Miriam Kuropatwa wish our family, our relatives, our friends, and all of Yisroel, a Shanah Tovah Umetukah
Ahava Halpern and Frank Lavitt
Shana Tova from Matthew and Nola Lazar; Ezra, Sonia, Caleb, and Zev; Yona and Eliran; Galya; and Gilon
SID AND SHARON LERNER AND FAMILY
Robyn and Neal Lerner and family
Dr. Jack and Debbie Lipkin and Family
Rochelle and Harvey Litman and Family
Myron and Symma Love and Family
Pauline Luffman and Family
Victor Wonnacott and Enid Lyons and Sara Wonnacott
Beracha and Hatzlacha for Shimon, Abraham and Ilanit Malewicz.
Florie Mendelson and Family
Yosel Minuk and family
Cheryl and Gary Munik and Family
Shana Tova from the Mualem family
Ruth Muscovitch, Heather
Wishing a Happy, Healthy and Peaceful New Year to come. From Ruth and Chuck Narvey and Family
Shana Tova from Beverly and Lawrence Niederhoffer
Hag Sameah from Nisanov Family!
Shanna Tova umetukah from the Peretz family Dr David and Lindsay Peretz, Miriam and Aryeh
Michael Perl and Family
Shana Tova from Aryeh, Miri, Aaron, and Julie Pfeffer
Happy New Year to Friends and Family. Shelley Pfeffer
Ruth Carol and Leonard Podheiser and Family
Adam, Samantha, Benny and Goldie Pollock
Richard Pollock and Sarah McKinnon and family
Shana Tovah from Shayla Fink and Kinzey Posen and family.
Heather Pullan, Tom Frohlinger, Alexandra, Joey and Becky, and Brandon
Happy New Year! Louise and Lorne Raber; Lindsay Raber Adams and Brian Adams. Am Yisrael Chai!
Tammy Rabkin and Family
SHANA TOVA VE METUKA
Shana Tova! - Jane & Ronald Reider, Tiffany,
Lucas & Lily Baird
Karen Richter and Family
Judy Rodkin and family would like to wish the whole community Shana Tova and sending prayers for Peace in Israel
Ruthie Rubin, Lainey, Marni, Hilary, Iris and Amelia
Larry Rubinstein
Anonymous
Sylvia and Perry Schulman and Family
Leonard Schwartz and Family
Shosh & Sheldon Minuk
Sam and Veronica Simcoff and Family
Shira Cohen and Stu Slayen and Family
Stephen, Lesley, Morgan and Hayden Smith
Harold Sosnowicz
Avery and Nata Spigelman, Adam, Devorah,
David and Jenny, Joshua, Connor and Logan
L’shanah Tova Bob and Julie Steinberg
Stelzer Family
Mia Elfenbaum and Marshall Stitz and family
Orna, Avichai and Adam Stoller
Eli Dovid and Rivkie Strasberg and Family
Best Wishes. Luis D. Szklarski
Cynthia, Javier, Karin, Ivan and Toby Szkop
The Taliansky Family
Lynne and Henry Trachtenberg and Family
Anne and Kerry Trotman and Family
From A Friend
Werdesheim Family
David and Lois Wolch and Family
Sharon Wolchock & Family
The Wolk Family
Sharon Zalik and Gordon Kay
EL GHRIBA SYNAGOGUE
Djerba, Tunisia
The El Ghriba Synagogue, also known as the Djerba Synagogue, is located on the Tunisian island of Djerba. It is situated in the Jewish village of Hara Seghira (currently known as er-Riadh), several kilometers southwest of Houmt El Souk, the main town of Djerba. The synagogue is believed to be Africa’s oldest synagogue and has been a site of pilgrimage for Jews for hundreds of years. Legend says that after the destruction of King Solomon’s temple in 586 BC, the El Ghriba synagogue was founded. On the other hand, it is more likely that it was founded following the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD. The synagogue is also known for its annual pilgrimage which takes place on Lag Baomer
Yahrtzeit of Edward Greenberg
Yahrtzeit of Edith Minuk
Yahrtzeit of Adam Anhang
Yahrtzeit of Ian Dordick
OCTOBER
ELUL 5784 - TISHREI 5785
SYNAGOGUE OF CASALE MONFERRATO Piedmont, Italy
The synagogue was built in 1595, and is particularly known for its exquisite interior. The walls and ceiling are embellished with elaborate painting, carving and gilding. However, it still remains "anonymous," giving no indication that it is a Jewish Temple from the outside. As in most early European synagogues, the entrance is not directly on the street, but via a courtyard. This was done for security purposes, and to comply with the laws of the time that it was built, which required that the sound of Jewish worship not be audible.
NOVEMBER
LANCUT SYNAGOGUE
Lancut, Poland
The Łańcut Synagogue is a Baroque-style synagogue built in 1761 on the site of an earlier wooden synagogue which was destroyed by fire in 1733. It is a rare surviving example of the vaulted synagogues with a bimah-tower, that were built throughout the Polish lands in masonry from the sixteenth through the early nineteenth centuries. During the war, the building was partially destroyed and later turned into a grain storage. The stunning decorations preserved within this 18th-century synagogue are a beautiful memorial to the lost Jewish community.
TISHREI - CHESHVAN
DECEMBER
CHESHVAN - KISLEV
OBUDA SYNAGOGUE
Obuda, Hungary
Obuda Synagogue is the oldest functioning synagogue in Budapest, Hungary. It was built in 1820-1821 in French Empire style by architect Andreas Landesherr. The building's original copper roof was requisitioned by the government and melted for munitions production during World War I. It was a center of Jewish life until World War II, when most of the community was destroyed. The building was confiscated by the state and used for various purposes until 2010, when it was reclaimed and restored as a synagogue and a cultural center.
TEVET - SHEVAT
TYKOCIN SYNAGOGUE
Tykocin, Poland
Tykocin Poland Synagogue is the second largest synagogue in Poland, built in 1642 in mannerist-early Baroque style. It was a center of Jewish culture and religion until World War II, when most of the Jews were killed by the Nazis. The synagogue was desecrated and used as a warehouse until it was restored in the 1970s. It has historic wall paintings of Hebrew prayers, a bimah, a Torah ark, and old Torah scrolls. It is a tourist attraction and a memorial of Jewish heritage
Yahrtzeit of Marilyn Rae Perl
Yahrtzeit of Elizabeth Blank
Yahrtzeit of Sylvia (Tzivia) Lavitt
Yahrtzeit of Maier Henoch
Yahrtzeit of Goldie Kravetsky Yahrtzeit of the Alter Rebbe
Yahrtzeit of Pearlie (Etta Perel) Gilbert
Yahrtzeit of Miriam Peretz
FEBRUARY
SHEVAT
GREAT SYNAGOGUE
Florence, Italy
Known for its grandeur, the Great Synagogue in Florence is built with layers of travertine and granite, creating a striped effect. Old photographs show bold red and beige stripes, but the bold colors of the stone have faded over time. In August 1944, at the end of World War II, retreating German troops worked with Italian fascists to lay explosives to destroy the synagogue. However, Italian resistance fighters managed to defuse most of the explosives and only a limited amount of damage was done. The damage that was done was restored after the war.
STAYS START
MARCH
ADAR - NISSAN
BEN EZRA SYNAGOGUE
Coptic, Egypt
The Ben Ezra Synagogue, is situated in Old Cairo, Egypt. Ben Ezra as an institution is ancient, and has occupied at least three buildings in its history. The current building dates to the 1890s. The Ben Ezra Synagogue is most famous for the "Geniza," or store room, that was found in it. According to Jewish law, one cannot throw out old papers or manuscripts containing G-d's name. Shuls commonly have store rooms to house the papers which are later buried. The Geniza that was discovered in the Ben Ezra Synagogue was extensive and was distributed among several academic libraries around the world.
Yahrtzeit
APRIL
NISSAN - IYAR
EDIRNE SYNAGOGUE
Edirne, Turkey
The Grand Synagogue of Edirne is a historic Sephardi synagogue located in Maarif Street of Edirne, Turkey. It was designed in the Moorish Revival style and restored in 2015. The synagogue was built in 1907 due to the edict of the Sultan Abdulhamit II after a large fire burned down 13 local synagogues, in 1905. Edirne used to be an enclave for one of the biggest Sephardic communities of the Ottoman Empire in the beginning of the 20th century.
IYAR - SIVAN
Jerusalem, Israel
The Cave Synagogue is a new shul that was inaugurated in the Western Wall tunnels. The magnificent synagogue is the result of 12 years of structural support, construction, and archeology work, in which activities were carried out in order to maintain and preserve the impressive cavern in which it is located in the tunnels. The synagogue is located opposite the 'Great Stone' in the Western Wall tunnels, near the site of the Holy of Holies.
JUNE
GREAT SYNAGOGUE OF IASI
Iasi, Romania
Great Synagogue (Iași) is the oldest surviving synagogue in Romania, built between 1657 and 1682. It is an Ashkenazi synagogue in mannerist-early Baroque style, with a brick and stone structure and a fresco decorated interior. It was a center of Jewish life and culture in Iași until the Holocaust, when most of the Jews were killed in the Iași pogrom. The synagogue was restored in 1977 and 2015, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Monuments. It still serves as a synagogue and a tourist attraction
SIVAN - TAMMUZ
JULY
PARADESI SYNAGOGUE
Kochi, Kerala, India
The Paradesi Synagogue is one of the oldest active synagogues in the Commonwealth of Nations. Built in 1568, it stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage in the region. The synagogue's architecture showcases a blend of Indian, Dutch, and Portuguese influences, with intricately hand-painted blue and white Chinese tiles adorning the floor. The synagogue is renowned for its exquisite Belgian chandeliers, gold pulpit, and ornate brass railed pulpit stairs. The interior is adorned with Hebrew inscriptions and beautiful hand-painted Chinese porcelain tiles that depict biblical scenes.
TAMMUZ - MENACHEM AV
MARRAKECH SYNAGOGUE
Marrakech, Morocco
The Marrakech Synagogue, also known as the Lazama Synagogue, was constructed in the late 19th century. It is a striking example of Moroccan Jewish architecture. The synagogue boasts a unique blend of Moroccan and Spanish influences, featuring ornate tile work, intricate woodwork, and vibrant stained glass windows.The synagogue's architecture reflects a unique fusion of Moroccan and Spanish styles, characterized by intricate zellij tilework, elaborately carved woodwork, and colorful stained glass windows.
SEPTEMBER
ELUL 5785 - TISHREI 5786
THE OLD-NEW SYNAGOGUE
Prague, Czech Republic
The Old-New Synagogue in Prague is Europe's oldest active synagogue, built in 1270. Its Gothic architecture, resembling a fortress, features thick walls and small windows. The synagogue is associated with the legendary Golem of Prague, a clay creature created by Rabbi Loew to protect the Jewish community. Inside, the Torah Ark, a stone structure adorned with carvings, holds the synagogue's sacred scrolls. Despite surviving fires, wars, and persecution, the synagogue remains a symbol of resilience. It continues to be a place of worship, preserving Prague's rich Jewish heritage and welcoming visitors to experience its historical and cultural significance.
GUIDE
JEWISH HOLIDAYS
Candles are lit to honor the Jewish Festivals, on which different blessing are recited. For the appropriate blessing use the third column of the chart. On the onset of the Holiday light a 48 hour candle to assist in lighting the holiday candles the next night.
CANDLE LIGHTING
SHABBAT
1. HOW TO: It starts with one light. Add a candle for your spouse, and if you’re a mother, one for each child. A girl over the age of three may (with help from Mom) light her own candle.
Before kindling the candles (exact time is mentioned in the bottom of each calendar box), we think of those less fortunate and put a coin in a charity box.
2. LIGHT A CANDLE. After the candles are lit, the woman stretches her hands out towards the candles, and moves them inwards in a circular motion – ushering in a special guest, the Shabbat Queen – three times. After the third time, the woman covers her eyes with her hands and recites the following blessing:
3. THE BLESSING: Baruch ata Adonay Eloheinu melech haolam asher kideeshanu bimitzvotav vitzivanoo lihadleek ner shel Shabat Kodesh. TRANSLATION: Blessed are you, L-rd our G-d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the light of the Holy Shabbat.
4. SAY A PRAYER. The moments immediately after reciting the blessing, while the woman’s eyes are still covered, are an extremely auspicious time for her to offer a private prayer for anything her heart desires. It is customary to use this special time to appeal to G-d for children who will glow with the radiance of the Torah, and that He light up the world with the light of the Redemption.
DATE HOLIDAY
Oct 2 Rosh Hashana Begins (Sunset)
Oct 3 Rosh Hashana Day 1
Oct. 4 Rosh Hashana Day 2
& 4
Oct. 11 Yom Kippur Begins (Sunset) *2 & 4
Oct. 12 Yom Kippur
Oct. 16 Sukkot Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
Oct. 17 Sukkot Day 1 **3 & 4
Oct. 18 Sukkot Day 2
Oct. 23 Shemini Atzeret Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
Oct. 24 Shemini Atzeret **3 & 4
Oct. 25 Simchat Torah
Dec. 25 Chanukah Begins (Sunset)
Jan. 2 Chanukah Ends (Nightfall)
March 13 Purim Begins (Sunset)
March 14 Purim Day
April 12 Pesach Begins (Sunset) **3 & 4
April 13 Pesach Day 1 **3 & 4
April 14 Pesach Day 2
April 18 Final Days of Pesach Begin (Sunset) *3
April 19 Pesach Day 7 **3
April 20 Pesach Day 8
June 1 Shavuot Begins (Sunset) ***3 & 4
June 2 Shavuot Day 1 **3 & 4
June 3 Shavuot Day 2
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher
1 2 3 4
Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom Hazikaron
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher
Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom HaKipurim
Baruch Atoh Ado-noi Elo-heinuMelech Hoolom Asher
Kideshanu Bemitzvotav Vitzvivonu Lehadlik Ner Shel [Fridays add: Shabat vishel] Yom Yom Tov
Baruch Atah Adonoi Eloiheinu Melech haolam shehecheeyanu v’kiyimanu vihigiyanu lizman hazeh.
