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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
NCSY 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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481.
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.
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.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
Come for a special Shabbat potluck dinner for families with young children, everyone is welcome! Enjoy challah baking, a walk in the forest to welcome Shabbat, PJ Library storytime and a puppet show. It’s like an evening of family camp right in Portland. Your hosts are Rabbi Laurie Rutenberg and Rabbi Gary Schoenberg of Gesher and PJ Library. Bring a vegetarian dish to share. Friday, July 24, 5:30 PM, 10701 SW 25th Ave, Portland, OR 97219. No charge but donations are welcome. Directions provided if needed. RSVP Rabbi Laurie Rutenberg 503-246-5070, gesher@comcast.net. Learn about Gesher, www.abridgehome.com; learn about PJ Library and sign up for free books at www.ojcf.org.
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.
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.
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
adminasst.shirtikvah@gmail.com
or 503-473-8227. Bridgeport Community Church, 621 NE 76th
Ave.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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. 503-535-4403.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
Russian Sister City Association. Portland City Hall, Pettygrove Room, 1221 SW 4th Ave. 503-459-3697.
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
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.
Neveh Shalom offers child care during all Saturday morning Shabbat services. Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. 503-246-8831.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
Come for an advance screening of footage from the upcoming documentary “On the banks of the tigris: the hidden story of Iraqi music,” an extraordinary celebration of music and the cultural ties that unite people across religious boundaries. When writer and actor Majid Shokor escaped from Iraq he discovered a hidden history—that many songs all Iraqis love to sing were written and performed by Iraqi Jews. This is the story of his search for the source of the songs he loves and the performers who still sing and play them. Presented by international filmmaker Marsha Emerman, with Prof. Michael Weingrad. 7:30-8:45 p.m. at the MJCC.
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.
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. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
Imagine knowing what your baby wants before they can talk. Learning how to communicate with your baby, reducing tears and tantrums is easy when you teach them sign language, which also increases their IQ, boosts bonding and actually helps them speak earlier than non-signers. Learn tips and techniques, 50 common signs, activities and games to promote verbal language and get a baby signing dictionary and journal. 10:30 a.m.-noon at Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Ln. Visit www.TinyTalkersPortland.com for more information and to register.
Today we annually reflect on the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and on peace—comes this year with the hope of working toward “a nuclear-free future,” the theme of the PSR–led (Physicians for Social Responsibility) memorial on Portland’s waterfront. Everyone is welcome to attend this moving event. 6 p.m. at the Japanese American Memorial Plaza, on the west waterfront, just south of the Steel Bridge. For more information, contact Kol Shalom at info@kolshalom.org
We’ll rock First Thursday with music, art, food, and dance. Meet cutting-edge New York artist, Jac Lahav, creator of Great Americans, 48 Jews and Collage. Join us for a night of live music, food from local carts and free art projects! Jac Lahav is a young, emerging, conceptual painter who explores issues of identity, politics and the cult of celebrity. His most recent shows include museums and galleries in New York, Portland, Berlin and will soon be shown in Miami. For more information, contact Friderike Heuer at 503-226-3600 or Friderike@ojm.org. 6-10 p.m. at the NW Davis Street Plaza between NW 3rd and 4th. Free Admission.
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
Celebrate Shabbat with friends, new and old, amid the beauty of the Oregon coast at Nehalem Bay State. Families with children age 12 and under are invited to attend. Cost is $70 for members and $85 for non-member families. For questions, contact Debbie Zwetchkenbaum at 503-590-2927 or plumtree29@aol.com. To register, visit www.nevehshalom.org/flyers/camping_flyer_2009.pdf.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Celebrate Shabbat with friends, new and old, amid the beauty of the Oregon coast at Nehalem Bay State. Families with children age 12 and under are invited to attend. Cost is $70 for members and $85 for non-member families. For questions, contact Debbie Zwetchkenbaum at 503-590-2927 or plumtree29@aol.com. To register, visit www.nevehshalom.org/flyers/camping_flyer_2009.pdf.
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.
Come enjoy an informal discussion about women’s role led by Rabbi Zuckerman during Kiddish lunch. Can’t make it? There will be a second session on Aug. 15. Both sessions at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. For more information, email info@shaarietorah.org.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
Let’s go to dinner and see the upcoming movie starring Meryl Streep about the life of Julia Childs, Julia & Julie. The cost is whatever you order for dinner plus a movie ticket. For time and location contact Simi at simi@shaarietorah.org and RSVP.
Join visiting scholar Meesh Hammer-Kossoy from Jerusalem’s Pardes Institute for a lively discussion about how the debate over negotiating with terrorists to redeem hostage soldiers illuminates the Talmud’s debate on our everyday struggles to balance pressing individual needs with the long term needs of the community. Dr. Hammer-Kossoy, whose doctoral dissertation explored the courageous manner in which the rabbis of the Talmud created a new criminal justice system, is a member of the Talmud faculty and director of the Social Justice Track at Pardes. At Congregation Kesser Israel, 6698 SW Capitol Hwy., following mincha at 7 p.m. A light meal will be served. Free, all welcome. For more information, call 503-222-1239.
Enjoy an ice cream social followed by a special Havdalah service. RSVP by Aug. 2. Starts at 8 p.m. at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. After the Havdalah young adults in their 20s to 40s are invited to go out for drinks. For more information and to RSVP, call 503-226-6131.
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.
Celebrate Shabbat with friends, new and old, amid the beauty of the Oregon coast at Nehalem Bay State. Families with children age 12 and under are invited to attend. Cost is $70 for members and $85 for non-member families. For questions, contact Debbie Zwetchkenbaum at 503-590-2927 or plumtree29@aol.com. To register, visit www.nevehshalom.org/flyers/camping_flyer_2009.pdf.
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.
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.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 am.
Come celebrate the Eastside Jewish Community of Portland’s new Hebrew name, Eastside Kehila. Kehila means ‘community’ which ties into the groups mission to “further the spiritual, educational and cultural experience of our Jewish community.” Eastside Kehila meets on the second Friday of each month for Shabbat services and dinner. To celebrate the Hebrew name adoption, come to the annual picnic at Creston Park at noon. All are welcome. Requested donation is $5. For details and to RSVP, call 503-973-5267.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
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.
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. 503-535-4403.
Wednesdays, morning minyan. Havurah Shalom, 825 NW 18th. 503-248-4662.
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.
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.
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.
At turns poignant and uproarious, Danny Evans’s memoir “Rage Against the Meshugenah” vividly traces his journey through the minefield of mental illness from a modern man’s point of view, including his no-holds-barred confrontations with infuriating sexual side effects and his self-medication with beer and porn. 7:30 p.m. at Powell’s City of Books on W Burnside. For more information, contact Tom Haushalter at 212-366-2203 or Tom.Haushalter@us.penguingroup.com.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
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.
The picnic will be held at Gabriel Park from 3-6:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious barbecue, all the trimmings and beverages. This event is free and there will be games, prizes and activities for youth and adults. Connect with old and new friends. Call Oshra at 503-244-9872 for more information or to volunteer.
NCSY invites teens to come chat over a free cup of coffee. Multnomah Starbucks, 7737 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-246-1743.
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.
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403.
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky offers a weekly shiur (spiritual teaching), followed by group discussion. Each session closes with 10 minutes of silent meditation.
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.
Bring potluck dessert and canned food. Call for cost. RSVP to 503-284-6859. St. Ignatius, 43rd and Powell. 503-973-5267.
Congregation Beth Israel celebrates summer with special outdoor Kabbalat Shabbat. Services. Also on Sept. 11. Both at 6 p.m. service will feature music, birthday blessings and stories and songs for the whole family. Limited seating will be available for those who prefer not to sit on the grass. Bring your picnic blanket and brownbag dinner and plan to stay afterwards for z’mirot and schmoozing. In the event of rain, services will be held in the Temple. For information, contact the Temple office: 503-222-1069.
Service includes live music. Brown-bag Shabbat dinner to follow. Congregation Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069.
Bring an entree or salad and dessert. Reform/Conservative services follow. 541-753-3324.
Temple Beth Israel, 2550 Portland St., Eugene. 541-485-7218.
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.
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.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
