05 / 5
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 11:30 am
Spring has arrived and it’s time for an afternoon of good company, food and entertainment by Cantor Ida Rae Cahana. All members welcome with requirements. $18, 11:30 a.m. at Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Ln. To RSVP, call 503-246-4789 or 503-245-5441. 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. 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. Start: 7:30 pm
The stories of Genesis are famous because they are more than just stories. They can help us see ourselves in a whole new way. Ambition, jealousy, courage and conviction are among the themes that will be explored while examining the lives of Adam, Eve, Cain, Noah and Abraham. Meets Wednesdays at Chabad, 2317 SW Vermont St., from May 6-June 10 or Tuesdays at Lake Oswego West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way from May 5-June 9. 7:30-9 p.m. Each course is $100. For more information visit www.myJLI.com or call 503-977-9947. Start: 7:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm
VANCOUVER: Women’s Evening: What is Judaism’s take on... Medical Ethics? In Judaism life is of great value. But at what price, and to what extent? Discuss organ donation, life support, abortion and stem cell research at this fascinating and educational evening. Refreshments and drinks provided. 7:30 p.m. at a home in Vancouver. For more information, call 360-993-5222. | ||
05 / 6
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 8:30 am
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. 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. 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. Start: 7:00 pm
Want better health but pressed for time? Then this talk is for you! Care of one’s physical self can be regarded as a mitzvah of the highest order. Join Dr. Shani Fox for a discussion of what health really means and learn five keys to optimal health no matter what your age. Free, registration required: call 503-501-5001. 7 p.m. at Villages Offices conference room, 2929 SW Multnomah Blvd., 1st floor. Start: 7:30 pm
In “Paul Newman: A Life,” Oregonian film critic and pop-culture historian Shawn Levy gives readers the ultimate behind-the-scenes examination of the actor’s life—from his merry pranks on the set to his lasting romance with Joanne Woodward to the devastating impact of his son’s death from a drug overdose—offering a fascinating portrait of an extraordinarily gifted man who gave back as much as he got out of life. For more information, contact Samantha Choy, 212-572-6027, schoy@randomhouse.com. 7:30 p.m. at Powell’s City of Books. Start: 7:30 pm
The History of Jewish Food, seven original sketches written by Mike Aronson and Joel Spector and read by members of the Jewish community. Recipes and food samples will be shared after the reading. Donations are welcome on a sliding scale basis from $5-15. 7:30 p.m. at the Mid-Willamette Jewish Community Center, 625 NW 36th St. For more information, call 541-753-0067. | ||
05 / 7
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am
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. Start: 1:00 pm
CSP Spring Fever Garden Tour. Master Gardener Gerel Blauer has worked in all of Cedar Sinai Park’s gardens as a volunteer for more than a decade and will lead the tour. Gardeners of all ages are welcome to come meet other gardeners and learn about the volunteer possibilities in the gardens of Robison Jewish Health Center and Rose Schnitzer Manor. Meet in the RJHC living room at 1 p.m. The tour will begin at 1:15 p.m. For more information, call Kathy Tipsord, CSP community program director, at 503-535-4394. Start: 7:00 pm
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743. Start: 8:00 pm
Take advantage of a unique opportunity for an exclusive conversation with two acclaimed authors and storytellers: Roy and Leah Neuberger. Their inspiring book, "From Central Park to Sinai," has brought personal fulfillment to readers across the world. It is a #1 best-selller in the Jewish Books category. Roy and Leah have spoken to groups young and old across the U.S. and internationally and received stellar reviews. There latest books include "Worldstorm," and "Vision 2020." What: Roy and Leah Neuberger RSVP not required but appreciated: jrogers@orbusinesscouncil.org. | ||
05 / 8
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 9:30 am
End: 10:30 am
Share the joy of Jewish music with your child. Take time to be a part of your child’s discovery through playful songs and dance. Celebrate Shabbat with music, blessings, juice and challah. Appropriate for ages 6 months to 5 years. $10 per child: each additional child $5 at the door. 9:30-10:30 a.m at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. For more information, call 503-244-0111. 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. 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. 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. Start: 6:00 pm
Service includes live music. Brown-bag Shabbat dinner to follow. Congregation Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069. Start: 6:30 pm
Temple Beth Israel, 2550 Portland St., Eugene. 541-485-7218. Start: 6:30 pm
Bring an entree or salad and dessert. Reform/Conservative services follow. 541-753-3324. Start: 10:00 pm
Start: 8 May 2009 - 10:00pm
End: 10 May 2009 - 10:59pm
Enjoy a unique spiritual gathering of GLBTQ Jews at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, Calif. The retreat includes opportunities for traditional and innovative Sabbath prayer services as well as meditation, text study, hiking, performance art, writing and ritual. It will bring together a diverse community ranging in age from 18-73, and from Orthodox to secular; singles, couples and families etc. Workshop topics include queer theology, Hasidic music, social justice activism, secular Torah study, and more. May 8-10, 1700 Marshall-Petaluma Rd. Cost $200-$400. Student scholarships and financial assistance available. Register online at www.nehirim.org/west. | ||
05 / 9
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. (all day)
Start: 8 May 2009 - 10:00pm
End: 10 May 2009 - 10:59pm
Enjoy a unique spiritual gathering of GLBTQ Jews at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, Calif. The retreat includes opportunities for traditional and innovative Sabbath prayer services as well as meditation, text study, hiking, performance art, writing and ritual. It will bring together a diverse community ranging in age from 18-73, and from Orthodox to secular; singles, couples and families etc. Workshop topics include queer theology, Hasidic music, social justice activism, secular Torah study, and more. May 8-10, 1700 Marshall-Petaluma Rd. Cost $200-$400. Student scholarships and financial assistance available. Register online at www.nehirim.org/west. Start: 5:00 am
End: 5:59 am
Enjoy an amazing flower-filled space created for the Bouquet of Hope, a benefit for Portland women’s center, Rose Haven. The evening includes a silent auction, dinner, ballet performance from the School of Oregon Ballet Theater and concert by internationally-acclaimed violinist Aaron Meyer. Experience the Fête de la Fleur, a unique competition and showcase of Portland’s finest floral artists and their fresh-cut creations. 5 p.m. at The Luxe Autohaus, 410 NE 17th. Tickets $65 or $600 for a table of 10. Register at www.bouquetofhope.com or call 503-226-2377. Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
If you are observant or not, you are invited. If you are a member or not, you are invited. If you have a friend—bring them! All women are welcome at this special Shabbat Service followed by a delicious Kiddush luncheon. 10 a.m. to noon at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. For more information, call 503-226-6131 or email education@shaarietorah.org. 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. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
05 / 10
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. End: 10:59 pm
Start: 8 May 2009 - 10:00pm
End: 10 May 2009 - 10:59pm
Enjoy a unique spiritual gathering of GLBTQ Jews at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, Calif. The retreat includes opportunities for traditional and innovative Sabbath prayer services as well as meditation, text study, hiking, performance art, writing and ritual. It will bring together a diverse community ranging in age from 18-73, and from Orthodox to secular; singles, couples and families etc. Workshop topics include queer theology, Hasidic music, social justice activism, secular Torah study, and more. May 8-10, 1700 Marshall-Petaluma Rd. Cost $200-$400. Student scholarships and financial assistance available. Register online at www.nehirim.org/west. Start: 10:00 am
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. 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. 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. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:14 pm
Join the entire Jewish community to celebrate Jewish unity and schmooze! Enjoy a BBQ with all the trimmings, Yiddishkite making, sports, special mothers day treats including free massages, a jump house for the kids and more. Free, food for sale, donations appreciated. Bring your own blanket or chair. 4-6 p.m. in Garfield Park. For more information or to request vegetarian, call 482-2778. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 11
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:45 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 12
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. 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. Start: 7:15 pm
Are you aged 22-35 and struggling to find the right job? Looking for work is hard. Please join us. FREE Resume/Cover Letter Workshop Co-sponsored by JFCS, BCC is a free job support network for young adults ages 22-35 | ||
05 / 13
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 8:30 am
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. 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. 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. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Neveh Shalom invites expectant and newer parents to a workshop, “The Joys & Oys of Childbirth and Parenting.” Join Rabbi Bradley Greenstein and Caron Rothstein for a discussion of the Jewish perspective on welcoming and raising a child. 7-9 p.m. Open to all. $5. RSVP by May 8 to crothstein@nevehshalom.org or 503-246-8831 x139. At Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Ln. 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. | ||
05 / 14
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am
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. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
VANCOUVER: Rockpile on the Road: Collaboration and The Troubadour Tradition in the 21st Century. Beat generation dissident poet/musician David Meltzer and poet/songwriter and editor of Bigbridge.org Michael Rothenberg talk about the evolution of song and poetry throughout history, censorship and activism, and the role of poetry and song as an instrument of change. 1 p.m. Room 161 in the Penguin Union Building of Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Also 7 p.m. at Cover to Cover Books, 1817 Main St. For more information call 360-514-0358, 360-694-9653 or email christopherjluna@gmail.com. Start: 7:00 pm
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743. | ||
05 / 15
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. Start: 6:30 pm
Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481. | ||
05 / 16
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 9:00 am
Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831. Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:00 pm
Light kiddush lunch followed by services. Ahavath Achim, 3225 SW Barbur Blvd. 503-227-0010. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
05 / 17
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 10:00 am
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am
Listen to this celebration of Yiddish writer Sholem Aleichem. Featuring storytellers Sam A. Mowry, George Lederer and Mark Loring. Portland Yiddish Hour on KBOO 90.7 FM, 10-11 a.m. Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:00 pm
Everyone is invited to this open house! See what and how the children learn, meet the teachers and get a sense of how your child would like the classes. There will be information about next year’s classes and a representative will be on hand to talk about their Mitzvah class. Pre-mitzvah classes do not require membership in Kol Shalom. 10:30 a.m.-noon at the MJCC. For more information, call 503-459-4210 or email info@kolshalom.org. Start: 11:00 am
Enjoy this educational and fun lunch with friends and family while listening to medical professionals discuss the latest news in gynecologic cancers and genetic disposition. Featuring a silent auction, wine wall, vendors and raffle prizes, the event benefits ovarian cancer research at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. $50 per person. 11 a.m. at the Tualatin Country Club, 9145 SW Tualatin Rd. For information, call 503-694-5445. Start: 12:00 pm
New this year and just in time for Shavuot! Enter the cheesecake competition or taste them all as a judge. For $15 you can savor a slice of each entry and vote for the best (limited to 12 judges). Noon at Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. For information and pricing, contact Simi at simi@shaarietorah.org or at 503-226-6131. Start: 4:00 pm
THIS EVENT WAS INCORRECTLY LISTED AS OCCURING MAY 1st IN THE PRINT EDITION. THE EVENT IS TAKING PLACE MAY 17th.
Art I used to love-A silent auction at Congregation Neveh Shalom. Many of us have art objects we no longer display. Support a good cause and come to this event to find something new! Enjoy Wine, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, music and the opportunity to purchase some wonderful works of art during the silent auction. Featuring music by Dolce Dimanche. Proceeds Benefit the Neveh Shalom Women’s League Religious School Scholarship Fund. 4 p.m. $10 per person. For more information or to donate art, contact Addie Banasky addieban@comcast.net 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. Start: 7:30 pm
Who was Hammurabi? Explore the similarities and differences between Mosaic law and the Code of Hammurabi. This detailed textual study will have references to Hebrew and Akkadian texts. 7:30 p.m. in the Shaarie Torah library, 920 NW 25th Ave. For more information, call 503-226-6131 or visit www.shaarietorah.org. 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. Start: 10:23 pm
Join friends and family for a gala evening of dinner, dancing and divine entertainment. Enjoy a festive cocktail reception, delicious dinner and dancing with Portland’s own Johnny Martin. For more information, call 503-222-1069. | ||
05 / 18
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:45 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 19
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 1:30 pm
Meets every third Tuesday of the month; each month will host a different topic. Sponsored by Hadassah, Portland Chapter. Rose Schnitzer Manor, 6140 SW Boundary St. 503-244-6389. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 20
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 8:30 am
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 21
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am
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. 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. Start: 7:00 pm
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743. | ||
05 / 22
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. | ||
05 / 23
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. For further information, call Rachel at 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. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
05 / 24
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 10:00 am
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 25
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:45 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. 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 26
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 27
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 8:30 am
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. 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. 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. 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. | ||
05 / 28
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am
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. Start: 6:30 pm
Russian Sister City Association. Portland City Hall, Pettygrove Room, 1221 SW 4th Ave. 503-459-3697. Start: 7:00 pm
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743. | ||
05 / 29
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. | ||
05 / 30
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
05 / 31
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 10:00 am
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am. 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. 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. | ||
06 / 1
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:45 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. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:30 pm
Rescheduled: Scarcity, Conflict & Security: The Future of Water for Israel & Her Neighbors. Come to this lecture with Lewis and Clark Law School’s visiting professor Gabriel Eckstein. He is a recognized expert in international water law and policy and has recently served as a neutral advisor in Track II negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians on trans-boundary freshwater resources in the Middle East. Noon-1:30 p.m. at the Benson Hotel, 309 SW Broadway. $20 includes lunch. For more information contact CRC director Bob Horenstein at bob@jewishportland.org or 503-245-6496. 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. 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. Start: 7:30 pm
“The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Jewish Agricultural Settlement in the Interwar USSR.” The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies at Portland State University presents the first Lorry I. Lokey Lecture with Professor Jonathan Dekel-Chen of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Free at 7:30 p.m. in the Smith Memorial Student Union, room 238 (Browsing Lounge), 1825 SW Broadway. For more information, contact Linda Maizels at lmaizels@pdx.edu or 503-725-4023. | ||
06 / 2
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 1:50 pm
Jewish Men’s Basketball League: Season 4. Play four Tuesday nights at the MJCC from 8-9 p.m. Open to Jewish men age 18-39. $10 includes games, playoffs and winning team prizes. Register as individual or with group, up to 8 players. Limited to first 32 people who register. For rules, registration and more information, visit www.portlandjewishevents.com. 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. 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. Start: 7:00 pm
Literary Journal Drash makes a splash in the Northwest. The publication, “Drash: Northwest Mosaic,” is the fourth release from Beth Am Press in Seattle and features the work of many Oregon writers. Come to the first reading in Oregon at 7 p.m. at Portland’s Broadway Books, 1714 NE Broadway. For more information, contact Wendy Marcus, Drash editor at wendy@templebetham.org. | ||
06 / 3
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. 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. Start: 8:30 am
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. 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. 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. | ||
06 / 4
(all day)
Start: 31 Dec 1969 - 5:00pm
End: 10 Mar 2012 - 9:00pm
Super Diamond—a Tribute to Neil Diamond. A benefit for Robison Jewish Health Center. Tickets $100. Information at 503-535-4422 or trish.coates@cedarsinaipark.org. 6:30 p.m. The Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison St. Start: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am
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. Start: 7:00 pm
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743. Start: 7:00 pm
Judith Arcana reads from her newest poetry collection. Like many Jews in the U.S., Judith is the grandchild of immigrants from Russia and Poland. The characters in her new book “4th Period English” include an English teacher and her students, whose families came here more recently, from different countries with different languages—but for similar reasons. She will also read published poems about her family. 7 p.m. at Looking Glass Books, 7983 SE 13th St. For more information, visit juditharcana.com or call the bookstore at 503-227-4760. | ||
