Hamilton Jewish Family Services

06/01/2026

Talking to kids about drugs and alcohol can feel challenging—but starting the conversation matters.

Join us TODAY at 7:30 PM for a FREE Zoom session designed to help parents and caregivers build confidence, answer tough questions, and keep communication open.

🗓️ Today | 7:30 PM
💻 Free on Zoom

Register now and gain valuable tools for these important conversations.
https://hamiltonjfs.ca/events/how-to-talk-to-your-kids/

06/01/2026

Join us for our June Mental Wellness Book Club 📚💙

This month, we’ll be discussing People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn — a thought-provoking and powerful exploration of Jewish history, identity, memory, and the ways Jewish stories are understood and remembered.

🗓 Monday, June 22
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 In person in Dundas
💲 Free to attend

The book is available through the Hamilton Public Library.
Registration is required.

05/31/2026

Every bag filled is a reminder that our community cares. 💙🥫

Hamilton Jewish Family Services is proud to launch our Community Food Drive in support of individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Getting involved is easy:
✔️ Pick up a food drive bag
✔️ Fill it with donations
✔️ Leave it out for pickup on June 7

Want to participate?

Visit our hamiltonjfs.ca to find out:
🛍 Where bags are available
🥫 What items are most needed
💙 Additional ways you can contribute

Together, small actions can create meaningful change.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

“Help support local families this summer with the Hamilton JFS Food Drive! Pick up a bag, fill it with food donations, and we’ll collect it on June 7. Visit our website to get a bag and learn how you can help.”

05/28/2026

Our Community Food Drive is just around the corner! 🥫💙

This year’s food drive is easy to join:

🛍 Pick up a bag
🥫 Fill it with food donations
🚚 We’ll pick it up on June 7

It’s a simple act of kindness that can have a big impact for local families in need.

Visit hamiltonjfs.ca for full details, including:
📍 Where to get a bag
📋 Suggested donation items
🤝 Ways to support the drive

Thank you for helping strengthen our community through compassion and generosity.

05/27/2026

Tomorrow: Children of Holocaust Survivors — Gathering Together 💙

Join us for a meaningful social gathering focused on connection, shared experiences, and community.

Together, we will explore what we share while honouring our differences in a welcoming and supportive space.

🗓 Thursday, May 28
🕐 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 In person

Free to attend. Registration is required.

05/26/2026

Parents of children of any age with special needs are invited to join us for a welcoming evening focused on community, lived experiences, and reducing stigma.
🗓 June 9
🕡 6:30–8 PM
📍 In person in Dundas
📧 [email protected] to register
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05/26/2026

Our Mental Wellness Book Club returns for its second gathering this month 📚💙

Join us for an evening of meaningful conversation, reflection, and community as we continue discussing The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown.

🗓 June 26
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 In person in Dundas
💲 Free to attend

Registration is required.