Heavenly Bodies, Terrestrial Time: Exploring Astronomy in the Hebrew Calendar

Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of a new year, a new month, and the High
Holidays- but have you ever wondered what determines these ever-changing
dates? Join the Museum of Jewish Montreal to find out, with a night of festive
stargazing and astronomical exploration.

Led by Plateau Astro’s Trevor Kjorlien and former micrograntee daph ben david,
visitors will be taken on a guided walk through the Plateau to learn about the
relationship between the planetary movements, the Jewish new year and the
Hebrew calendar.

Together we will investigate the rituals which have guided the marking of
Jewish time for thousands of years, how those rituals have transformed, and
why their importance persists. The walk will conclude in Parc Jeanne Mance
where visitors will be invited to explore the night sky by telescope.

_Please note that space is limited. Please indicate any mobility restrictions
or accessibility needs during registration, or contact us directly at
[email protected]._

**About Our Speakers:**

**Trevor Kjorlien** is a Space Educator who runs Plateau Astro, a small
company in Montréal dedicated to teaching people about space, astronomy, and
culture.

**daph ben david** (they/them) is a gender/queer educator, activist, stage
manager, aspiring rabbinical student, and proud Montrealer. They have taught
social justice to Jewish teens, worked as a substitute and History teacher in
public schools, and taught community workshops on topics ranging from anti-
pipeline activism in Canada to transness in the Jewish tradition. Lately, daph
has been focusing on bridging their activism and healing work with Jewish
practice, personally and in community, especially through art and liturgy.

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