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07 / 16 [R]Career Transition Networking Start: 8:15 am 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. more info [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Havurah Shalom Morning Minyan Start: 8:30 am Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Notz'tzim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:00 pm 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. more info Israel at 60 Street Festival Start: 5:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Celebrate Israel's birthday with the Oregon Jewish Museum. Street festival will feature live music by Yankl Falk, Israeli food and children's games. For information, call 503-226-3600. 5-9 p.m. Oregon Jewish Museum, 310 NW Davis St. more info
07 / 17 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]JFGP Young Adult Division Start: 6:00 pm 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. more info [R]Latte and Learn Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info [R]Israeli Films and Books Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Discussion alternates between works of cinema and literature. Every third Thursday, 7-9 pm. Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy. 503-244-6389. more info
07 / 18 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info Salem Art Fair Start: 10:00 am Every year Temple Beth Shalom has a booth at the Salem Art Fair to bring Hebrew National hot dogs, bagels and cream cheese to the community, and to raise money. Volunteer with TBS and enjoy a weekend of art, friends and fun. The fair is open and free to the public with a suggested donation. To volunteer, contact Gil and Ellen Feibleman at gfeibleman@comcast.net and efeibleman2@comcast.net. Morning, lunch, afternoon and evening shifts are available. July 18 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and July 20 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Bush's Pasture Park, 600 Mission St., Salem. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Jewish Spirituality Shiur and Meditation Start: 12:00 pm Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation. more info Bask in the Light of Shabbos Shabbaton Start: 4:00 pm Temple Emek Shalom's annual shabbaton will take place July 18-20 at Buckhorn Springs Resort, 15 minutes south of Ashland. more info [R]Third Friday Family Shabbat Start: 6:30 pm Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481. more info
07 / 19 [R]Neveh Shalom Tot and Kids Shabbat Start: 9:00 am Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831. more info [R]Ahavath Achim Family Shabbat Start: 10:30 am End: 12:00 pm Light kiddush lunch followed by services. Ahavath Achim, 3225 SW Barbur Blvd. 503-227-0010. more info
07 / 20 [R]Hirschfield and Kula, Intelligent Talk Radio Start: 12:00 am End: 1:00 am KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. more info Walking Tour of Historic Jewish Portland Start: 9:30 am End: 11:30 am 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. more info [R]Sunday Brunch Club Start: 10:00 am 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. more info [R]Yiddish Hour Start: 10:00 am Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. more info [R]Women's Swimming Hours Start: 6:00 pm End: 7:00 pm 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. more info [R]Israeli Folk Dancing Start: 8:00 pm End: 11:00 pm Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461. more info
07 / 21 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Mah Jongg Start: 1:00 pm End: 4:00 pm Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info
07 / 22 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info "Let’s talk About It": Jewish Reading and Discussion Series Start: 6:30 pm Opening session of a five-part reading series called “Let’s Talk About It: Jewish Literature—Identity and Imagination" led by Matthew Warshawsky, assistant professor of foreign languages. The University of Portland Clark Memorial Library is one of more than 300 libraries nationwide receiving grants to host the series, which explores Jewish literature and culture through scholar-led discussions of contemporary and classic books on the theme of "Between Two Worlds." Meets monthly through November. Open to the community and free to attend. For information and to register, call 503-943-7778 or visit library.up.edu/literatureseries. 6:30 p.m. University of Portland, Buckley Center, Room 163, 5000 N Willamette Blvd. more info [R]B'nai Brith Yough Organization Start: 7:00 pm High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534. more info [R]Cafe Shalom, Israeli Dancing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 23 [R]Career Transition Networking Start: 8:15 am 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. more info [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Havurah Shalom Morning Minyan Start: 8:30 am Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Notz'tzim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 24 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Latte and Learn Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 25 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Jewish Spirituality Shiur and Meditation Start: 12:00 pm Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation. more info Urban Jews Potluck Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info Shabbat Services with North Coast Shabbat Group Start: 8:00 pm Monthly Shabbat services are led by a different community member each time. Open to residents and visitors to the beach. Future dates are: August 29, Sept 19 and Oct 24. 8pm. more info
07 / 26 [R]Kesser Israel Kids Shabbat Club Start: 10:30 am End: 11:45 am 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. more info [R]Tot Shabbat Shir Tikvah Start: 10:30 am A service on the fourth Shabbat of every month for kids under six and their family and friends. Songs, prayers, stories and snacks included. more info
07 / 27 [R]Hirschfield and Kula, Intelligent Talk Radio Start: 12:00 am End: 1:00 am KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. more info [R]Sunday Brunch Club Start: 10:00 am 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. more info [R]Yiddish Hour Start: 10:00 am Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. more info [R]Women's Swimming Hours Start: 6:00 pm End: 7:00 pm 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. more info [R]Israeli Folk Dancing Start: 8:00 pm End: 11:00 pm Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461. more info L'Chaim with the Rabbis Start: 8:00 pm End: 10:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 28 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Mah Jongg Start: 1:00 pm End: 4:00 pm Hosted by Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info
07 / 29 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]B'nai Brith Yough Organization Start: 7:00 pm High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534. more info [R]Cafe Shalom, Israeli Dancing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 30 [R]Career Transition Networking Start: 8:15 am 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. more info [R]Havurah Shalom Morning Minyan Start: 8:30 am Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. more info [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Notz'tzim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:00 pm 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. more info
07 / 31 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Khabarovsk-Portland Start: 6:30 pm Russian Sister City Association. Portland City Hall, Pettygrove Room, 1221 SW 4th Ave. 503-459-3697. more info [R]Latte and Learn Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info "Broken Laws, Broken Lives—The Medical Evidence of Torture by the U.S." Start: 7:30 pm Deputy Director of International Policy and Advocacy at Physicians for Human Rights Susannah Sirkin will discuss the recent report “Broken Laws, Broken Lives.” Sirkin has organized health and human rights investigations of many countries, including Darfur, and investigations into human rights abuses in Afghanistan, El Salvador, Haiti, India, Iraq, Israel/Palestine, Kosovo, Kuwait, Somalia, Turkey, and the U.S. among others. For information, call 503-248-4662 or visit www.havurahshalom.org. 7:30 p.m. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th Ave. more info
08 / 1 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Jewish Spirituality Shiur and Meditation Start: 12:00 pm Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation. more info [R]Beth Israel Tot Shabbat Start: 6:00 pm Service is followed by Oneg. Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069. more info [R]Beit Haverim/SMJC Shabbat Family Service Start: 6:00 pm Potluck followed by a service at 7 pm. Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 19200 Willamette Dr., West Linn. 503-723-0402. more info [R]Shir Tikvah Tot and Family Shabbat Start: 6:30 pm 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. more info [R]Children-led Shabbat Start: 6:30 pm 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. more info
08 / 2 [R]Neveh Shalom Tot and Kids Shabbat Start: 9:00 am End: 9:00 pm Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831. more info [R]Hirschfield and Kula, Intelligent Talk Radio Start: 5:00 pm KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. more info Portland Festival Summer Concert Start: 6:00 pm Guest soloist Michael Allen Harrison will perform with the Portland Festival Symphony featuring his composition "Remembrance" in honor of Israel's 60th anniversary. Bring your picnic, family and friends. Free to attend. For information, visit www.portlandfestivalsymphony.org or call 503-245-7878. 6 p.m. Cathedral Park, N Edison St. at Pittsburg Ave. more info
08 / 3 The Oregon Yeshiva Experience Start: 9:30 am Come study with Moses, Maimonides and a couple of guys from Brooklyn. Set up one-on-one study sessions with a group of visiting Yeshiva students and explore a Jewish topic of your choice. Aug. 3-27. Availability includes Sun. 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Mon.-Fri. 8-9 a.m., 6:45-7:30 p.m. or 8-9 p.m. For information and to register, visit ChabadOregon.com or call 503-977-9947. 6686 SW Capitol Hwy. more info [R]Sunday Brunch Club Start: 10:00 am 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. more info [R]Yiddish Hour Start: 10:00 am Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. more info Service Picnic at Cedar Sinai Start: 10:30 am Melton and Machar are co-sponsoring a service picnic at Cedar Sinai to put learning into action. We will pull ivy, help with some planting and Melton will offer the residents and attendees a sample class on Tish B’Av. Bring a picnic lunch and gardening gloves if you have them. Everyone is welcome. RSVPs are helpful but not required, e-mail urbanjewspdx@gmail.com or call 503-892-3015. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Cedar Sinai, 6125 SW Boundary St. more info [R]Women's Swimming Hours Start: 6:00 pm End: 7:00 pm 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. more info [R]Israeli Folk Dancing Start: 8:00 pm End: 11:00 pm Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461. more info
08 / 4 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. $148 per month for members; $174 for nonmembers. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info "Evening with Akiva Tatz" Start: 7:00 pm Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz, whose expertise ranges from medical ethics to Jewish spirituality and mysticism, will speak in Portland as part of a North American tour. Tatz is the founder and director of the Jerusalem Medical Ethics Forum, which promotes knowledge of Jewish medical ethics internationally. The community is invited. Sponsored by Kesser Israel and the Portland Kollel. $10 suggested donation. 7 p.m. Congregation Kesser Israel, 6698 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-245-5420. more info "Truth & Faith": A Discussion of Gender and Faith Start: 8:45 pm Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz will lead a discussion for young adults 18-39 about gender and faith. Tatz lectures worldwide on Jewish thought, mysticism and medical ethics. His book, "Living Inspired," explores fundamental themes and patterns of Torah thought. In "Worldmask," he reveals hidden depths of everyday experience, and in "The Thinking Jewish Teenager's Guide to Life" he presents an approach to life's most important issues for thinking young adults. He also is the founder of the Jerusalem Medical Ethics Forum. Kosher refreshments served. For information, call Matt at 503-407-6346. 8:45 p.m. Moishe House, 6217 SW 33rd Pl. more info
08 / 5 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Scrabble in the Cafe Start: 1:00 pm Meets at the Cafe at the J. Free and open to everyone. Scrabble game provided. Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-452-3426. more info [R]B'nai Brith Yough Organization Start: 7:00 pm High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534. more info [R]Cafe Shalom, Israeli Dancing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm 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. more info
08 / 6 [R]Career Transition Networking Start: 8:15 am 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. more info [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Havurah Shalom Morning Minyan Start: 8:30 am Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. $148 per month for members; $174 for nonmembers. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Notz'tzim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:00 pm Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years old with parent/caregiver participation. Three school year sessions: Sept.-Dec., Jan.-March and April-June. $10 per class for whole session or $12 per class for drop-ins. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Open Mah Jongg Start: 7:00 pm Bring your Mah Jongg card for a game at the J. Tiles provided; no instruction provided. Free for MJCC members and $5 drop-in for guests. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-452-3426. more info
08 / 7 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Latte and Learn Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info
08 / 8 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Jewish Spirituality Shiur and Meditation Start: 12:00 pm Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation. more info [R]EJCoP's Shabbat Dinner and Services Start: 5:30 pm Bring potluck dessert and canned food. Call for cost. RSVP to 503-284-6859. St. Ignatius, 43rd and Powell. 503-973-5267. more info [R]MJCC Shabbat Start: 5:30 pm Activities includes all of the new MJCC resources and a Kosher buffet dinner. $3 admission, $12 adult dinner and $6 for children. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-244-0111. more info [R]Beth Israel Family Service Start: 6:00 pm Service includes live music. Brown-bag Shabbat dinner to follow. Congregation Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069. more info [R]Beit Am All-member Kabbalat Shabbat Start: 6:30 pm Bring an entree or salad and dessert. Reform/Conservative services follow. 541-753-3324. more info [R]Beth Israel Tot Shabbat: Eugene Start: 6:30 pm Temple Beth Israel, 2550 Portland St., Eugene. 541-485-7218. more info
08 / 9 Hillsdale/Multnomah Village Relay for Life Start: 10:00 am During the relay, teams of 8-10 people will walk the Wilson High track in a 24-hour vigil to remember those lost, to celebrate survivors, to raise awareness about the disease and funds for American Cancer Society programs. This is a Portland community event with bands, games for the kids, a camp out and food. All team members do not need to be present the entire 24 hours to participate. Team registration is $50. Register online at http://events.cancer.org/rflhillsdalemultnomahvillageor or www.relay.acsevents.org. 10 a.m. Wilson High School, 1151 SW Vermont St. more info [R]Kesser Israel Family Learner's Service Start: 10:30 am End: 11:45 am 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. more info [R]Hirschfield and Kula, Intelligent Talk Radio Start: 5:00 pm KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. more info
08 / 10 [R]The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Start: 10:00 am End: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Yiddish Hour Start: 10:00 am Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. more info [R]Sunday Brunch Club Start: 10:00 am 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. more info Kol Shalom Summer Potluck Picnic Start: 3:30 pm Get to know Kol Shalom and learn about Humanistic Judaism at this annual backyard picnic. Bring a dish that will serve about 10 people, bathing suits and towels if you want to swim in the pool. Private residence. For directions, call 503-297-4288. 3:30 p.m. more info [R]Women's Swimming Hours Start: 6:00 pm End: 7:00 pm 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. more info [R]Israeli Folk Dancing Start: 8:00 pm End: 11:00 pm Open to all ages, followed by open dance until 11 pm. $3 fee. Fulton Park Community Center, 68 SW Miles. 503-244-7461. more info
08 / 11 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Lunch and Learn Start: 12:00 pm 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. more info [R]Scrabble in the Cafe Start: 1:00 pm Meets at the Cafe at the J. Free and open to everyone. Scrabble game provided. Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-452-3426. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. $148 per month for members; $174 for nonmembers. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info Women's Summer Fitness Series Start: 8:45 pm Limited to 20 women ages 21-39 per monthly session. $10 includes one session each of yoga, aerobics, open swimming and hip hop dance. Register at www.portlandjewishevents.com; drop-in fee of $5 per class if space is available. Meets Aug. 11, 18, 25 and Sept. 1. For information, call Jodi Berris at 248-760-0743 or e-mail jodiberris@aol.com. Brought to you by Portland Jewish Events and Moishe House. 8:45-9:45 p.m. for classes; 9:45-10:45 p.m. for open swimming. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. more info
08 / 12 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]B'nai Brith Yough Organization Start: 7:00 pm High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534. more info [R]Cafe Shalom, Israeli Dancing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm 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. more info Writing Workshop Start: 7:00 pm Learn the art of personal essay writing in a creative, fun environment. Classes meet Aug. 12, 19, 26 and Sept. 2 and 9. 7-8:30 p.m. For information, e-mail eleanor.goldberg@gmail.com. 7-8:30 p.m. Moishe House, 6217 SW 33rd Pl. 248-760-0743. more info
08 / 13 [R]Career Transition Networking Start: 8:15 am 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. more info [R]Havurah Shalom Morning Minyan Start: 8:30 am Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. more info [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info [R]Kochavim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:45 pm Hebrew immersion program for Pre-K through 2nd grade. $148 per month for members; $174 for nonmembers. Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Notz'tzim Start: 4:15 pm End: 5:00 pm Hebrew music program for children ages 0-4 years old with parent/caregiver participation. Three school year sessions: Sept.-Dec., Jan.-March and April-June. $10 per class for whole session or $12 per class for drop-ins. Neveh Shalom Chapel, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-452-6890. more info [R]Open Mah Jongg Start: 7:00 pm Bring your Mah Jongg card for a game at the J. Tiles provided; no instruction provided. Free for MJCC members and $5 drop-in for guests. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-452-3426. more info
08 / 14 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-245-5420. more info National Health Center Week Celebration Start: 3:00 pm Event celebrates the efforts of Virginia Garcia Health Center to improve community access to preventive care and disease management services. Special guest Oregon Senator Gordon Smith will present a “Health Care Hero” award to Maria Loredo, chief operations officer of Virginia Garcia. For information, call Christine Rontal at 503-352-8607 or crontal@vgmhc.org. 3 p.m. Virginia Garcia Hillsboro Clinic, 226 SE 8th Ave., Hillsboro. more info "Role of Women in Creation Story" Start: 6:30 pm Sylvia Frankel will discuss the role of women in the creation story. A Portland Chapter of Hadassah event. For information, e-mail info@portlandhadassah.org. 6:30 p.m. Hadassah office, 3570 SW Troy St. 503-244-6389. more info AFSI Start: 7:00 pm Americans for a Safe Israel reports on the current military and political situation. There will be reports from Israel on the results of the Geneva meeting between the United States and Iran about Iran's nuclear program. There also will be reports on the rise of anti-Jewishness and new memebrs, among other things. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7-8 pm. Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 877-288-8488. more info [R]Latte and Learn Start: 7:00 pm 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. more info Eliyahu Sills: Temple Emek Shalom Start: 8:00 pm Eliyahu Sills and the Qadim Ensemble, mystical music of the Near East, will perform at Temple Emek Shalom. Presented by Gesher Shalom Productions. Presale tickets available at the temple office; $10 before Aug. 13 or a sliding scale of $13-18 at the door. For information, call Zahara Solomon at 541-301-3385. 8 p.m. Temple Emek Shalom, 1800 East Main St., Ashland. more info
08 / 15 [R]Adult Day Services Start: 8:30 am End: 6:00 pm Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. more info [R]Jewish Spirituality Shiur and Meditation Start: 12:00 pm Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation. more info [R]Third Friday Family Shabbat Start: 6:30 pm Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481. more info Film Screening: "Sixty Six" Start: 7:00 pm The film "Sixty Six" is an infectious comedy about a boy named Bernie, who believes his bar mitzvah can end his underdog status if planned to perfection. However, his big day is threatened when England makes it to the 1966 World Cup Finals, set for the same day. From the makers of "Four Weddings and a Funeral." Film will run for at least one week starting Aug. 15. For specific show times and ticket prices, call 503-281-4215 or visit www.boxofficetickets.com. Hollywood Theatre, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd. more info