Do you like literature, art, music, Jewish texts, poetry, and discussion?
Introducing Tina’s Salon Series
After years of teaching courses and workshops exploring text, art, and wise aging, Rabbi Tina began imagining something different. She imagined a gathering filled with connection, reflection, and humour. Intimate, thoughtfully curated sessions that bring together stories, text, and art. Gatherings designed to spark conversation, explore ideas, deepen connection, and create a shared sense of meaning.
Guided by Tina Grimberg, with warmth, curiosity, and care.
“The tradition of the salon in Europe became popularized in the 17th and 18th centuries. These salon gatherings fostered conversation, learning, and engagement in the warm, intimate setting of a home or café. They were often hosted by a woman who invited like-minded people — both men and women — and curated an evening where ideas and thoughts could be shared in a welcoming and stimulating environment.
Why now? More than ever, our society is in need of meaningful conversations and genuine exchange. We have entered an age of loneliness despite our magical phones that can place us anywhere in the world, yet often leave us devoid of authentic human interaction. Human beings have always been in search of meaning and in need of connection.
Why do this? These intimate gatherings are centred around a story or subject that sparks curiosity and a genuine desire to express oneself — and to be heard. These meetings are held in the hostess’s home or in a café. Over a warm cup of coffee or a glass of wine, minds expand and every voice is heard.”
– Tina Grimberg
WHAT PEOPLE ARE
SAYING ABOUT THE
SALON EXPERIENCE
“ Thank you for including us in an engaging, energetic, interesting event”
“…such a warm and interesting evening. We came away talking about all of the ideas that were brewing. It was nice to meet new people…and of course, the soup, bread and gelato were just delicious.”
August 27th, we met for our inaugural Salon. Since then the Salons and the community have been growing and becoming something beautiful to attend and look forward to. It is a joy to share good written words, hear your profound insights, enjoy gourmet gelato and other offerings, and the sweet sharing that comes from your generous souls.
Please consider joining us for the next Salon. Details for the upcoming event are below. I look forward to seeing you there!
In this unique fusion, we will experience your wonderful company.
The Next Salon: December 13th, 2026
Memory: Friend or Foe? — December 2026 Salon
$25.00
Join Tina and a panel of Special Guests for the next salon gathering. The panel will be exploring the creative tension between the blessings and the difficulties of our memories; science and art colliding in conversation.
Discussion will include certain texts and visual art that inspires.
Sunday December 13th, 3:30 pm - 6:00pm
Tina’s Private Residence
Location will be provided with session package after purchase.
Event Schedule:
3:30pm - 4:00pm — Refreshments and greeting
4:00pm — Program begins
5:15pm — Break
5:30pm - 6:00pm — Discussion
Pricing:
Suggested contribution — $25
(fee includes guest refreshments and event logistics)
Students — No charge
Register today and receive the list of texts and visual art by email prior to the event.
