Whether it’s your first time lighting the candles or you’re looking to rekindle that old flame, we invite you to warm up with us for a musical festival of light! Learn the greatest hits and discover new favourites from the Chanukah songbook. This workshop, led by Rabbi Ryan Leszner, will take place in person at the Miles Nadal JCC. All are welcome regardless of identity, experience or ability. 

Presented in partnership with Jewish& at the Miles Nadal JCC, Congregation Darchei Noam, 18Doors, with support from Kolel Legacy Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto. 

For questions or access needs, email LaurenS@mnjcc.org

About Rabbi Leszner: 

Ryan Leszner serves as the Assistant Rabbi and Director of Jewish Living and Learning at Congregation Darchei Noam in Toronto, Canada. He was ordained from the Rabbinical School of Hebrew College in 2023. Ryan’s passion lies in providing educational musical experiences that connect people to Jewish wisdom, traditions, and communities. With a wealth of experience in youth education and worship, serving communities in Toronto, San Francisco, and Boston, he is committed to enriching the lives of learners, no matter their age. As an 18Doors fellow, Ryan is excited to further explore innovative ways to foster inclusive and meaningful Jewish connections for diverse communities.

About Darchei Noam: 

Congregation Darchei Noam is a vibrant, multigenerational Jewish community connected by shared Reconstructionist values, love of Judaism and commitment to one another. At Congregation Darchei Noam we create Jewish futures for our members, the larger Jewish community, while striving to positively impact the world around us.

About 18Doors: 

 18Doors empowers people in interfaith relationships— individuals, couples, families and their children—to engage in Jewish life and make Jewish choices, and encourages Jewish communities to welcome them.

About Jewish&: 

Miles Nadal JCC’s program that explicitly gathers interfaith, multi-cultural and mixed-heritage individuals, couples and families for Jewish exploration, education and celebration. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram today!