Deadline reminder: The deadline for the issue of April 3 is March 24. The deadline for the issue of April 10 is March 31. All deadlines are at noon. Phone 416-391-1836, ext. 269; email [email protected].

Thursday, March 20

KENSINGTON CHILDHOOD

Kensington Market Historical Society and Friends of the Osborne Collection, Toronto Public Library, present a discussion with Leslie McGrath, Owen Shime and Alan Rakoff on growing up in Kensington Market, Lillian H. Smith branch, Toronto Public Library, 239 College St. Doors open at 6 p.m., lecture at 6:30 p.m.

GREAT RABBINIC THINKERS

Martin Lockshin discusses “Shmuel David Luzzato, Modern Biblical Scholar and Traditionalist,” 8 p.m., Or Chaim Yeshiva. www.torahinmotion.org.

Saturday, March 22

SHABBAT ITANU

Paul Rosen, Olympic sledge hockey player, speaks at Temple Sinai, 10 a.m.

Ellen Schwartz, co-director of Jacob’s Ladder and founder of Project Give Back, speaks at Adath Israel during Shabbat services.

ARZA CANADA

Rabbi Miri Gold, the first  Reform rabbi recognized by Israel, speaks at Temple Kol Ami, 9 a.m.

THE WORLD NEEDS ISRAEL

Dov Altman, CEO of Canadian Friends of Bar-Ilan University, discusses “Israel in the 21st century, the miracle continues and why the world needs Israel,” during Shabbat services at Shaar Shalom Synagogue.

Sunday, March 23

KOL AMI BUSINESS CIRCLE

David S. Cohen discusses leadership and management from a Jewish perspective, Temple Kol Ami, 1 p.m.

PRE-PESACH FASHION SALE

Beth Avraham Yoseph Toronto Congregation holds a pre-Pesach fashion sale, and will sell disposables and plastics for Passover, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

MEDICINE IN THE SHTETL

Dr. Shim Felsen discusses “Medicine in the Shtetl,” 2 p.m., Workmen’s Circle Centre, 471 Lawrence Ave. W.

VENDORS MARKET

A market featuring spices, kitchenware, jewelry and more, benefiting B’nai Brith Canada and Uptown Chabad will be held 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 15 Hove St.

EVENING OF JEWISH SONG

Shaarei Shomayim Congregation pre­sents an “Evening of Jewish Song,” to benefit Jews for Judaism, with Netivot HaTorah Choir, Shul of Rock Band, Arbah Kolot Barbershop Quartet, Rabbi Moshe Meirovich and Rabbi Chaim Strauchler, 6:30 p.m. $25/$39.

MARLIES GAME

Shaar Shalom Synagogue goes to the Toronto Marlies game. For tickets, call Anna 905-889-4975.

Monday, March 24

JEWISH TORONTO HISTORY

Jack Lipinsky discusses “The History of Jewish Toronto,” in 3 sessions, 7:15 p.m., Beth Tzedec Congregation. March 24, “Weaving unity from diversity (with some victims on the side of the road).”

OLDER DRIVERS

Dr. Gary Naglie, chief of Baycrest’s department of medicine, discusses issues related to senior drivers, 7:30 p.m., Adath Israel Synagogue.

LIFE IN THE ARMED FORCES

Retired Maj. Hans William Schmidt discusses his experiences in the Canadian Forces, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 66, 6 Spring Garden Ave. Doors open 6:15 p.m., speaker at 7:15 p.m. Co-sponsored by Temple Sinai Brotherhood.

THE STORY OF MY LUNCH

Tamar Yunger of Shoresh Environ­mental, discusses “The Story of My Lunch: Judaism and Sustainable Food Systems,” 8 p.m., Beth Emeth Synagogue.

THE HAGGADAH DECODED

Rabbi Aaron Greenberg discusses “The Haggadah Decoded,” with Emunah Women, 10:15 a.m., 208 Coldstream Ave. RSVP by March 20, call 416-636-0036.

Tuesday, March 25

BETTER BRAIN HEALTH

Dr. Carol Greenwood, senior scientist at Baycrest Rotman Research Institute, discusses “Brain Food: The Diet and Brain Connection,” 1:30 p.m., Beth Tzedec Congregation.

Wednesday, March 26

MORASHA CLASSES

Yehudit Shier Weisberg  teaches a 5-week course on “Jewish Prayer: A Gift for Living,” 10 a.m., starting today.

Jerry Fink teaches a 5-week course on “Western Art Music from a Jewish Perspective,” 11:15 a.m., starting today. To register, call, 416-789-7400.

Thursday, March 27

KOL ISHA

An evening of song for breast cancer awareness, featuring Amy Sky, Neshama Carlebach, Theresa Tovah and more, 7:30 p.m., Beth Sholom Synagogue. Call 416-783-6103, ext. 228.

PASSOVER COOKING

Agnes Imani puts a new twist on Passover cooking, Prosserman JCC, 7:30 p.m. $25. RSVP at pjparents.cook.eventbrite.ca.

Upcoming Events

WOMEN AND ABUSE

The legal information service of Act to End Violence Against Women offers free legal support and guidance to Jewish women who have experienced abuse. Call 905-695-5374, or email [email protected].

BEREAVEMENT GROUP

Pride of Israel Synagogue is offering a 6-week bereavement group for men and women who have lost a spouse, starting April 24. Call 416-226-0111, ext. 10 for more information.

JEWISH YOUTH CHOIR

Harmonia, a Jewish youth choir, is now accepting registrations. Rehearsals start March 30, 4 p.m. at the Miles Nadal JCC. Email [email protected].

WOMEN’S DAY OF LEARNING

Kehillat Shaarei Torah Synagogue holds its Women’s Day of Learning, March 30, with speakers Ilana Rubinstein, Chana Leah Rappaport and  Chana Goldstein. RSVP 416-229-2600, ext. 5 or [email protected].

FAMILY PHOTOS NEEDED

Beth Jacob V’Anshe Drildz Congregation is looking for former members to share family photos and memories for a commemorative book that is being written about the shul. Contact [email protected].

JAZZ HAVDALAH

Beth Torah presents jazz Havdalah with the Steve Koven Duo, March 29. RSVP 416-782-4495, ext. 27.

BOOK LAUNCH

Rabbi Aaron Flanzraich speaks with Daniel Gordis about his new book, Menachem Begin: The Battle for Israel’s Soul, March 30, 6 p.m., Beth Sholom Synagogue.

PJ KIDS COOK

An afternoon of Passover activities, including cooking, story time and crafts, for children 3 and older is offered by PJ Library at the Schwartz/Reisman Centre, March 30, 3:30 p.m. RSVP 905-303-1821, ext. 3025.

PASSOVER SEDERS

Chabad of Markham hosts a seder, April 14. Call 905-886-0420, ext. 221.

Temple Har Zion is holding a seder, April 15. Register by March 28. Call 905-889-2252, ext. 232.

Association of Jewish Seniors and Bernard Betel Centre hold a seder, April 15. Call 416-635-2900, ext. 458.

JF&CS GROUPS

GROUPS & WORKSHOPS

Registration is required for all programs. Classes are open to all members of the community, fee reductions available. Call Shawna Sidney, 416-638-7800, ext. 6215, or visit www.jfandcs.com. All classes at the Lipa Green Centre, 4600 Bathurst St., unless otherwise noted.

Effective Parenting: A 4-session group for parents of children aged 2-10. Starts March 18, 7 p.m.

High-Conflict Divorce: A workshop for parents in a high-conflict situation, not for individuals in an abusive situation. March 20, 6:30 p.m.

BEREAVED JEWISH FAMILIES

Bereaved Jewish Families of Ontario regularly provides 8-week self-help groups to bereaved parents. Call Beth Feffer at 416-638-7800, ext. 6244, or email [email protected].

FOR SENIORS

Adath Israel Congregation. Wednesday afternoon socials. Bridge, mah-jong, Rummikub, 12:30 p.m. Call Sheila, 416-665-3333, or Marcia, 416-932-1229.

Shaar Shalom. Play duplicate bridge Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Lessons, 12:30 p.m. 905-889-4975.

Beth Emeth. Experienced mah-jong and Rummikub players meet Mondays and Wednesdays. 416-633-3838.

Temple Har Zion. Play mahjong Wednesday afternoons. Email [email protected].

Adult 55+ Miles Nadal JCC. Opera Appreciation: Viva Puccini with Iain Scott, 1:30 p.m. March 25, Madame Butterfly; April 1, Turandot.

Judaica through the ages with silversmith Zahava Lambert, March 20. Doors open at 1:30, program begins at 2 p.m. 416-924-6211, ext. 155, or email [email protected].

Association of Jewish Seniors presents “Resilience during times of depression,” with Margalit Meidan, Shaarei Shomayim Congregation, March 20, 9:30 a.m. Call Arnold Foss, 416-635-2900, ext. 458.

Circle of Care offers free exercise and fall prevention classes for seniors, call Irene Lakatos, 905-303-5838, ext. 3157.

Bernard Betel Centre for Seniors 416-225-2112. March 19, Post-Purim Persian Party, 1 p.m., with concert, belly dancing and food; March 20, lecture on “Nutrition for Bone Health,” 1:30 p.m.

Charming Earl Bales Seniors Club in the Park (60+). Valerie, 416-395-7881. Casino Woodbine March 26 (register in advance); Dance with live music, April 27, 7 p.m. Tuesdays; seniors chair exercise starts April 22; Tuesdays and Thursdays, social bridge, 12:30 p.m.

New Horizons is a Jewish Hungarian seniors club that offers kosher food and is looking for new members. Call George, 416-256-1892.

PROSSERMAN JCC

Sherman Campus, 4588 Bathurst St., 416-638-1881, www.prossermanjcc.com.

PJ Plus is a 10-week parent and child program for active Jewish learning for children ages 1-1/2 to 3 years. Starts March 23. Call 905-303-2353, ext. 3258.

Nanny Robina presents a workshop on how to get your baby to sleep through the night, March 18, 7 p.m. $15. Call ext. 4235.

Spring and summer programs for children are open for registration. Call ext. 4235 to register.

Women’s only fitness classes: cycling, zumba, yoga and core conditioning are offered. Email [email protected].

The Prosserman JCC is part of the studio audience of the Steven and Chris show, April 2. Call ext. 4235 for a ticket.

Norene Gilletz presents tips and recipes for a “Panic-free Passover,” April 1, 6:30 p.m. Ext. 4235.

Registration for the 2014-2015 school year for the daycare and preschool has begun. Call Kailah Rubin, ext. 4250.

MILES NADAL JCC

750 Spadina Ave. 416-924-6211, www.mnjcc.org

Toronto Jewish Film Society shows The Little Traitor, March 23, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.  Kalman Weiser will be the guest speaker. Box office opens one hour before screening time.

Sisters in Resistance, paintings by Harry Tiefenbach of women resistance fighters from World War II, is at the gallery until March 24.

David Levine discusses  “Graphic Novels on Film,” March 31, 7 p.m.

Register for the Joke Lab with actor Jack Newman and learn how to tell hilarious jokes and humorous anecdotes, April 24-May 15, 7 p.m.

Sign up for the Summer Institute Adult Vocal/Choral Edition July 14-18; Theatre Edition Aug. 18-22. ext. 250.

The women’s chorus meets Mondays 7:30 p.m.; daytime choir meets Tuesdays, 1 p.m.; Gillian Steyck offers small group vocal lessons Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Email [email protected] 

Health and fitness: MELT Method-full body, Tuesdays, March 25-May 6, 7 p.m. MELT  Method-hand and foot, Mondays April 7-May 12, 2:30 p.m.

Healthy breast yoga, Wednesdays April 2- June 18, 12:15 p.m. Introduction to healthy breast yoga, April 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

To register for all fitness programs, email [email protected], or call ext. 574.

Michael Bernstein Chapel holds services Thursdays at 7:15 a.m.; Sundays at 8 a.m. Call Coleman Bernstein, 416-968-0200.