There’s lots going on at Solel.

Here’s what’s coming up:


18 Feb

Tuesday 11:30am

Lunch & Learn: Real Estate Law

Presented by David Stein who will talk about understanding legal rules in real estate. Mr. Stein will explain the different aspects of sale and legal terminology and estate planning and what kind of questions you need answered when planning for a future sale. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.


23 Feb

Sunday 10:30am

Adult Study: Unlock the Wisdom of Jewish Tradition: Reading Reform Responsa

Dive into the rich tapestry of Jewish thought as we explore how Reform rabbis interpret ancient texts to address contemporary challenges. Whether you’re a lifelong learner or new to Jewish studies, this course offers a unique opportunity to connect with timeless wisdom and modern insights. Join us to deepen your understanding and engage in meaningful discussions about faith, tradition, and today’s pressing issues.

Lead by Solel’s Rabbi Audrey Pollack. For more information about topics, see our Adult Education offerings.


23 Feb

Sunday 12:00pm

Menschen & Monsters

Adventure tabletop gaming for youth. Join our DM Dylan for board games and role-playing games after Bet Sefer Solel. Pizza lunch is provided.


28 Feb

Friday 7:00pm

Family Erev Shabbat Service

Join us for our Erev Shabbat service, geared for all ages, including families with small children.


13 Mar

Thursday 5:15pm

Purim Carnival, Dinner, Service & Play!

Be happy, it’s Adar! Get ready to celebrate the happiest holiday in the Jewish calendar!

Purim 2025!

Join us for our annual Purim service! The fun begins with at 5:15pm with a party with costumes, hamentashen and games. This will be followed by a community dinner at 6:15pm and our then our service and Purimshpiel beginning at 7:00pm. It will be fun for all ages! Wear your costumes and have a great time with your family and friends!

25 Mar

Tuesday 11:30am

Lunch & Learn: Real Estate 101

Presented by Heather Lochner. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.


28 Mar

Friday 7:00pm

Family Erev Shabbat

Join us as we welcome the Sabbath with a service geared to all ages. Preceded by a community dinner sponsored by Kitah Aleph and Kitah Bet families.


4 Apr

Friday 8:00pm

Special Erev Shabbat Service Celebrating Rabbi Englander’s 50th

Join us for this very special Erev Shabbat service where we will celebrate with Solel’s own Rabbi Emeritus Larry Englander as he marks the 50th anniversary of his ordination. The service will include special presentations and will be followed by a wonderful oneg.


8 Apr

Tuesday 11:30am

Lunch & Learn: Meeting Élie Wiesel

Presented by Solel’s own Professor Leonard Rosmarin. Says Professor Rosmarin: “I have always loved Élie Wiesel’s novels because he celebrates the triumph of the human spirit over the forces of degradation and death. When I met him for the first time, however, I wasn’t sure what to expect. He had won the Nobel Prize after all. On television, he always seemed so anguished and somber, but when we began talking, I realized that he loved life and loved to laugh. I will try to evoke his presence as I experienced it both in our interview and in his novels.”

Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.



13 Apr

Sunday 10:00am

Family Pesach Festival Service

Join us as we welcome the festival of freedom with a worship service geared to all ages.


13 Apr

Sunday 6:15pm

Solel Community Seder

Solel’s Second Seder – Share Passover with the Whole Community!
Passover is one of the most widely celebrated Jewish holidays, commemorating the story of the Hebrew slaves’ release from bondage. Join us on the second night of Passover when we gather as a community to tell the story of our exodus from Egypt, a celebration of freedom, not just for the Jewish people, but for everyone.

Pesach

Share our symbolic ritual foods, prayer and of course, eat! Bring your own wine (kosher for Passover only please) and CCAR Haggadahs, if you have them. You are welcome to bring your own Kiddush cups, candle sticks and matches too if you like, as well as a Seder plate. We’ll supply the ritual items for the Seder plate.
Meat and vegetarian options will be available for dinner. Menus and pricing will be available soon. For tickets contact the Solel Office. Guests and visitors are also welcome!

18 Apr

Friday 8:00pm

Erev Pesach Day VII and Shabbat Service

Join us for our Erev Shabbat and Erev Pesach Day VII service, with Yizkor.


19 Apr

Saturday 10:00am

Pesach Day VII and Shabbat Service

Join us for our Shabbat and Pesach Day VII service, with Yizkor.


21 Apr

Monday 8:00pm

Arliene’s Book Club

This time: Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan. Based on the true story of a forgotten hero, Beneath a Scarlet Sky is the triumphant, epic tale of one young man’s incredible courage and resilience during one of history’s darkest hours.


25 Apr

Friday 8:00pm

Erev Shabbat Service – Yom HaShoah observance

Join us for our Erev Shabbat service, where we will also observe Yom HaShoah.


29 Apr

Tuesday 11:30am

Lunch & Learn: Elusive Dreams

Presented by Dr. Ron Miller who will share with us his new book “Elusive Dreams”. Dr. Miller is an expert on Middle East politics and military strategies and he is a very proud and involved Israeli. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.


5 May

Monday 7:00pm

Annual General Meeting

All Solel members are encouraged to join us for our Annual General Meeting where we will discuss important topics including how things have gone in the past year and our plans for the next year, and beyond. We’ll also review our budget and elect our board and executive for the coming year.
Make sure you take advantage of this opportunity to stay informed and have your say about the future of our Jewish home. This meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

9 May

Friday 8:00pm

Erev Shabbat Service – Women of Solel Participating

Join us for this special Erev Shabbat service where members of the Women of Solel will participate in leading the service. The service will be followed by a wonderful oneg.


20 May

Tuesday 11:30am

Lunch & Learn: Women in Journalism

Presented by Donna Jean Mackinnon, former Toronto Star columnist talks about her book “Newsgirls: Gutsy Pioneers in Canada’s Newsrooms”. Donna Jean has spoken at various women’s organizations and clubs, unfolding the challenging reality of women trying to make their mark in journalism! This event is cosponsored by Women of Solel. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.


23 May

Friday 8:00pm

Erev Shabbat Service – Board Installation & Awards Night

Join us for this special Erev Shabbat service where members of Solel’s Board of Directors will be installed. Our Bet Sefer awards will be handed out and we will announce the latest person to be admitted to the ranks of Solel’s “Honourable Menschen”! The service will be followed by a wonderful oneg sponsored by Solel’s Board members.


1 Jun

Sunday 8:00pm

Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Join us for learning and prayer as we welcome the festival of Shavuot.


2 Jun

Monday 10:00am

Shavuot Festival Service with Yizkor

Join us as we celebrate the festival of Shavuot.


6 Jun

Friday 8:00pm

Invite Your Neighbour Service

You’re invited! – And please bring a friend!

Welcome, everyone!

Please join us for this very special Sabbath service. This is Solel’s way of rejoicing in our multi-faith community by sharing our traditions with you. Welcome the Sabbath with us and share in the joy of the holiest day of the week.
After the service, please join us for a social get-together over coffee and desserts. There will be ample opportunity to share thoughts and to answer any questions you may have. We will be honoured to have you as our guests on this special Sabbath. For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Solel office.

16 Jun

Monday 8:00pm

Arliene’s Book Club

This time: The Tunnel by A. B. Yehoshua. From the award-winning, internationally acclaimed Israeli author, a suspenseful and poignant story of a family coping with the sudden mental decline of their beloved husband and father—an engineer who they discover is involved in an ominous secret military project.