The day kicks off with an Israel-focused Torah study from 10 a.m.-noon. At 4:30 p.m. is a Krav Maga demonstration and workshop. Then, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Interactive family service is open to the public and designated for children ages 3-8. Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-975-6968.
Bring your friends to this benefit event for Beit Haverim/SMJC. $50 per ticket includes dinner, gaming and a silent auction. Poker tournament buy-in is $100 and seats are limited.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day.
Hosted by Portland Kollel. Eat a hearty breakfast, then explore diverse topics of Jewish philosophy and law. Portland Kollel, 2429 SW Vermont. 503-245-5420.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.
A discussion group based on Wendy Mogel's LA Times bestseller, "The Blessing of a Skinned Knee," will meet monthly for the duration of the school year.
This is a community event to celebrate the birth of Israel. There will be music, food, dancing, kid's activities, educational materials and cake. Bring your friends and family.
Jewish authors Herman Asarnow, Lois Rosen, Cassandra Sagan and Willa Schneberg will read from their personal collections. For more information, visit www.dpls.us. 3 p.m.
An after-hours, private rental at the MJCC. Great opportunity to exercise in a female only environment. $18 per individual, $36 family. RSVP to 503-452-6237.
Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
The sisterhood donates money annually to help provide for the needs of Robison Jewish Home residents.
Hosted by the Hollywood branch of the Multnomah County Library, "Modern Marvels" is part of the reading and discussion series called “Let’s Talk About It: Jewish Literature &n
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Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
New program for people in—or considering—career transition. If you have been down-sized, recently graduated, are re-entering the job market or just thinking about a change, join us.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years. Drop-in only. $10 per week. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
The community is invited to hear Chief Rabbi of Nigeria, Rabbi Howard Gorin, address Neveh Shalom’s graduating High School seniors.
Ping Pong Tournament of Champions begins at 7 p.m. and ends when a champion is crowned. For young Jewish adults ages 18-39. Limited to 16 people; first come first served.
The 14th Annual Beit Am Adult Education Committee Readers Theater presents a night of Irving Berlin, Yip Harburg, Lorenz Hart and Dorothy Fields.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Jewish author Chana Rubin, RD, will read from her new book "Food for the Soul," traditional Jewish wisdom for healthy eating. Free to attend; open to the community. 1 p.m.
This workshop will examine the four primary areas associated with living well: 1) Diet: take a coffee break and beware of free radicals; 2) Attitude: be necessary and maintain the creative spark; 3) R
Go to jewishportland.org/YAD to find out when and where Portland's next YAD meeting will be. Local restaurant or bar. 503-808-9888.
National Conference for Synagogue Youth invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
Discussion alternates between works of cinema and literature. Every third Thursday, 7-9 pm. Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy. 503-244-6389.
The Vancouver Shalom Chapter of Hadassah is sponsoring a program about Jewish genealogy presented by Debbi Korman, newsletter editor of the Jewish Genealogy Society of Oregon.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Open house for Maimonides Jewish Day School and Aleph Bet Preschool will feature arts and crafts and food for kids.
Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481.
Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Light kiddush lunch followed by services. Ahavath Achim, 3225 SW Barbur Blvd. 503-227-0010.
Do Jump returns to the Newmark Theatre May 17-31 with !Entusiasmo!, which tells the story of Gaviotas, a village in Colombia, that is an exemplar of sustainable culture.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be on site at Neveh Shalom from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. All blood types are needed.
Hosted by Portland Kollel. Eat a hearty breakfast, then explore diverse topics of Jewish philosophy and law. Portland Kollel, 2429 SW Vermont. 503-245-5420.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.
The topic for this Sunday discussion is health care reform and will be led by speaker Ellen Lowe, a health care advocate who helped start the Oregon Center for Public Policy.
CURBSTOCK, an all-day music festival to benefit Portland Public Schools, will run from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Jewish composer, singer and recording artist, Debbie Friedman, sets the prayers, teachings and melodies of ancient texts to contemporary music.
Save the date for Temple Beth Israel's 12th Annual Dream Auction. For information, call 541-485-7218 or visit www.tbieugene.org. 4:30 p.m. Downtown Athletic Club, 999 Willamette St.
Composer and pianist Rabbi Moshe Cotel will perform "Chronicles: A Religious Life at the Classical Piano," a mix of classical piano and personal stories.
The Jewish Business Network will host a barbeque for all high school-aged Jewish teens and their families to introduce the new Jewish Teen Network, a social group for Clark County Jewish teenagers.
An after-hours, private rental at the MJCC. Great opportunity to exercise in a female only environment. $18 per individual, $36 family. RSVP to 503-452-6237.
Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
The Second Annual Sara Glasgow Cogan Lecture will feature a conversation with composer Debbie Friedman and a talk by Rabbi Alan Berg called "INSIDE & OUTSIDE: The Challenge of Jewish Prayer." $10; fre
Christians United for Israel and Area Congregations presents this opportunity to celebrate Israel at 60. Speaker Yoram Ettinger is a consultant on U.S.-Israeli relations.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Joe Mayer, one of the twins who played Little Ricky on "I Love Lucy," will share personal stories with the audience and clips from his time on the show.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
Speaker Steve Boyer, a local ER physician and climber, was a member of an American Karakoram expedition attempting a new route on K2 in 1986.
Author Robert Freedman will read from his autobiographical novel "Fancypants," about a Jewish boy coming-of-age in Philadelphia from 1955-1966. 7 p.m. Broadway Books, 1714 NE Broadway St.
Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
New program for people in—or considering—career transition. If you have been down-sized, recently graduated, are re-entering the job market or just thinking about a change, join us.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
Professor Shaul Stampfer from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem will give a lecture called "The Economic and Demographic Background to the Hasidic Movement." Free to attend; open to the community.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years. Drop-in only. $10 per week. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee dinner will feature speakers Marc Ginsberg, former U.S. ambassador to Morocco, and AIPAC Western States Director Elliot Brandt. $60.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
10th Annual Lag B'Omer Day of Unity festival features balloon artist Joe Mishkin, Bubbleman, moon bounce and carnival games, challah braiding, candle making and more.
National Conference for Synagogue Youth invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Join us for a friends and family potluck. Bring vegetarian or dairy main dish, side dish, salad or dessert. A fish-based dish is also OK.
A service on the fourth Shabbat of every month for kids under six and their family and friends. Songs, prayers, stories and snacks included.
Interactive service is open to the community and is focused on children ages 4-8. Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-975-6968.
The Portland Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of American-Israeli conductor Maestro Yaacov Bergman, will perform "Creatures of Prometheus" as their season finale. The performance will include narration by Seattle storyteller David Robinson and digital projections of oil paintings by New York visual artist Liz Gill Neilson. A pre-concert lecture will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. For children and their families, a free dress rehearsal is scheduled for 10 a.m. the same day. $25 for general; $20 for students, seniors and Portland Chamber Orchestra Association members. For tickets, call 503-771-3250. Reed College, Kaul Auditorium, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day.
Learn the historic background, hear first-hand memories and see period newspaper accounts as you walk through the neighborhood where Eastern European and Sephardic Jews settled in the early 1900s.
Hosted by Portland Kollel. Eat a hearty breakfast, then explore diverse topics of Jewish philosophy and law. Portland Kollel, 2429 SW Vermont. 503-245-5420.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.
Meet for dim sum at Fong Chong, then tour the garden grounds and sip tea in the Tower of Cosmic Reflections. Sisterhood members, nonmembers and families are welcome to attend.
This holiday commemorates the lives of Rabbi Akiva and Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, who are known for their perseverance and dedication to Torah during the Roman occupation of Israel.
An after-hours, private rental at the MJCC. Great opportunity to exercise in a female only environment. $18 per individual, $36 family. RSVP to 503-452-6237.
Hang out with other gents ages 21-39 and a couple of local rabbis. Beverages and kosher snacks provided free of charge. For information and to RSVP, call Matt Peterson at 503-407-6346, e-mail mpeters613@gmail.com or visit www.portlandjewishevents.com. Sundays, May 25, June 29 and July 27. Sponsored by Moishe House and Portland Jewish Events. 8-10 p.m. Moishe House, 6217 SW 33rd Pl.
Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
This award is presented to leaders and corporations in our community, who with their skills, influence and dedication have demonstrated profound commitment to preserving out heritage of democracy. This year's award will honor U.S. Senator Ron Wyden. The evening begins with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. $200 per person. 6 p.m. Benson Hotel, 309 SW Broadway. 503-295-6761.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
New program for people in—or considering—career transition. If you have been down-sized, recently graduated, are re-entering the job market or just thinking about a change, join us.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years. Drop-in only. $10 per week. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Celebrate Madeline Nelson and her family, the recipients of the 2008 Joshua Stampfer Community Enrichment Award.
New ten-week Torah class begins at Chabad of Southern Oregon.
Russian Sister City Association. Portland City Hall, Pettygrove Room, 1221 SW 4th Ave. 503-459-3697.
Rabbis Harris, one of two rabbis serving Temple Beth Israel in Eugene, will talk about Israel at 60 from a progressive Zionist perspective—including the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
National Conference for Synagogue Youth invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
Based on the life and writings of Polish-Jewish author Bruno Schulz, who was killed by the Nazis in 1942, "From a Dream to a Dream" explores 'in between' time, when we are neither asleep or awake.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Join Rabbi Avi and the Jewish community of Humboldt County, Calif., for an inspirational Shabbaton May 30- June 1 in Trinidad, Calif.
Monthly Shabbat dinner catered by Mierav and entertainment following services. $12 per adult, $7 per child and $15 per nonmember. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481.
Winner of the Camera d’Or at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, "Jellyfish" tells the story of three Tel Aviv women whose intersecting stories weave an unlikely portrait of modern Israeli life.
Monthly Shabbat services are led by a different community member each time. Open to residents and visitors to the beach. Future dates are: June 27, July 25, August 29, Sept 19 and Oct 24. 8pm.
Rabbi Emeritus for Congregation Beth Israel, Rabbi Emanuel Rose, will lead a discussion during Shabbat morning services about his book “With Evangelical Fervor: A Rabbi’s Life 1957-2007.” Rabbi
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day.
Hosted by Portland Kollel. Eat a hearty breakfast, then explore diverse topics of Jewish philosophy and law. Portland Kollel, 2429 SW Vermont. 503-245-5420.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.
Join the community as we thank the outstanding women who volunteer for our local Jewish agencies and synagogues. Features a performance by Bel-Ami Margoles.
Parents and children are welcome to observe and participate in Kol Shalom's Aleph-Bet class. See what and how the children learn, and how your child could benefit.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky will display a collection of his photographs that will fill your soul, expand your imagination and awaken your curiosity. Wine and sweet desserts will be served.
Kick off the summer with an afternoon of Jewish music including the Schneiderman sisters, featuring Kim Palumbis, and friends.
An after-hours, private rental at the MJCC. Great opportunity to exercise in a female only environment. $18 per individual, $36 family. RSVP to 503-452-6237.
Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Speaker Hannah Pressman is the Hazel D. Cole Fellow in Jewish Studies at the University of Washington. Sponsored by the Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies.
Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Speaker Dr. Shaul Stampfer from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem will speak on "Hassidism and Jewish Family Life." Open to the public; free to attend. Sponsored by the Institute for Judaic Studies and Congregation Neveh Shalom. 4 p.m. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-293-7300.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Enjoy a lively discussion about "Shavuot: A Behind-the-Scenes look at what Happened at Sinai." Taste test dairy Shavuot treats and take home the recipes. To RSVP, call 360-993-5222 or e-mail info@ChabadClarkCounty.com. 7:30 p.m. Chabad Jewish Center, 9604 NE 126th Ave., Ste. 2320, Vancouver.
Speaker Micah Halpern, syndicated columnist and former Yale lecturer, will address Israel's building of the Jewish state through aliyah. Free to attend.
Can’t make the open houses? Haven’t had a chance to take a personal tour?
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
The Portland Kollel’s first annual dinner will honor Lisa Horowitz, CEO of the Oregon MJCC and Portland Jewish Academy, for her achievements and commitment to strengthening the Jewish community.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
New program for people in—or considering—career transition. If you have been down-sized, recently graduated, are re-entering the job market or just thinking about a change, join us.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
Bring a brown bag lunch. All are invited to attend. For information, contact Nadene Goldfoot at 503-491-1946 or e-mail Tamar Boussi at 971-219-4454 or email goldfoot1@verizon.net. City Hall, 1221 SW 4th Ave.
Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years. Drop-in only. $10 per week. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890.
Get all the free info you need about participating in the three Portland Maccabi Club sport practice clinics in June, July and August, culminating in a tournament Aug. 24. Pizza is also free.7-8 p.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 248-760-0743.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
The photos of Hungarian-born photojournalist Paul Goldman exhibit Israel before statehood, during the War of Independence and the in-gathering of dispersed Jews, and are complemented by the memories o
Author Frank Romano will speak as part of a multi-author event and fund-raiser for Oregon Literacy Inc.
Local Jewish artist Jan Baross annually paints a series to accompany one A.R.T. production.
Create your own mezzuzah cover from fused glass under the direction of artist Annette Paajanen. $25 or $36 for all 2008 events. For information, call 503-246-5437 or e-mail pjwc@chabadoregon.com. 7 p.m. Aquilla Glass, 1628 North Columbia Ave., Unit A.
National Conference for Synagogue Youth invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Lunch and Learn provides kosher lunches for individuals over 60 living independently. Rose Schnitzer Manor at Cedar Sinai Park, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-535-4000.
Service is followed by Oneg. Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069.
Potluck followed by a service at 7 pm. Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 19200 Willamette Dr., West Linn. 503-723-0402.
The community is invited to this historic event, where a scribe will begin to write the first ever Clark County Community Sefer Torah.
The first 20 minutes are for the littlest tots, followed by challah and simple fruit as they learn the blessings associated with wine and bread. Bridgeport Communtiy Church, 621 NE 76th Ave.
Children-led Shabbat family services, followed by Kiddush, challah and a buffet of traditional Shabbat foods. Chabad Jewish Center, 9604 NE 126th Ave., Ste. 2320, Vancouver. 360-993-5222.
Join local educator Jan Rabinowitch for a vegetarian Shabbat potluck sponsored by Urban Jews PDX. For location and to RSVP, e-mail urbanjewspdx@gmail.com. 7 p.m.
Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
Social event is open to everyone interested in Kol Shalom or Humanistic Judaism. Gather information, enjoy a Havdallah ceremony and a potluck dessert party provided by members. For location and to RSVP, call Ann Kruss at 503-768-5982.
Led by Faina Podolnaya, the Siskiyou Violins will perform their annual fund-raising concert for your delight.
On the first night of Shavuot, Jews throughout the world observe the centuries-old custom of conducting an all-night vigil dedicated to Torah learning and preparation for receiving the Torah anew the next morning. Chabad of Oregon will offer classes from midnight-4 a.m. including "Getting to know G-d": explore the "personality" of G-d through more than 3,000 years of Jewish scholarship. Congregation Bais Menachem—Chabad of Oregon, 6688 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-977-9947.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day.
The TASK Steering Committee will meet to discuss plans for the future. TASK is a disability inclusion program offered by Jewish Family and Child Service. 9:30 a.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-226-7079.
Walk, bike or skate with community members in a walk-a-thon to raise money for youth aliyah and at risk children.
A discussion group based on Wendy Mogel's LA Times bestseller, "The Blessing of a Skinned Knee," will meet monthly for the duration of the school year.
Hosted by Portland Kollel. Eat a hearty breakfast, then explore diverse topics of Jewish philosophy and law. Portland Kollel, 2429 SW Vermont. 503-245-5420.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.