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.
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.
The Jewish community is invited to join Shir Tikvah for its annual picnic at Wilshire Park, NE 33rd Ave & Skidmore St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; brunch from 10:30 to 12:30. Bring the whole family and a non-meat dish to share as well as games and chairs. You’ll get a chance to meet Shir Tikvah members and have a fun time in the park. For more information, contact Rachel at the Shir Tikvah Office 503-473-8227 or www.shir-tikvah.net. No dogs, please.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 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.
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.
Join other adults (ages 18 to 120) for coffee, refreshments and social, educational and intellectual conversation—in Hebrew—at the all new Café V’Ivrit. Now with two facilitated groups: Lomdim (learners with a year of conversational Hebrew experience) and Dovrim (speakers). Meets every third Monday at Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane at 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation $5-10. For more information contact Mel Berwin at michaelvmel@gmail.com or 503-246-8831.
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.
Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
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.
The Mothers Circle is held in 35+ cities, offering free classes and childcare to non-Jewish women raising (or planning to raise) Jewish children. The course provides free education, support and a peer group through which students are empowered to raise their children in Judaism with greater comfort and ease. A second session is available Aug. 23 at 9:30 a.m., both at the MJCC. For more information, or to register, contact Caron Blau Rothstein at Portland@TheMothersCircle.org or 503-246-8831.
The Mothers Circle is held in 35+ cities, offering free classes and childcare to non-Jewish women raising (or planning to raise) Jewish children. The course provides free education, support and a peer group through which students are empowered to raise their children in Judaism with greater comfort and ease. A second session is available Aug. 23 at 9:30 a.m., both at the MJCC. For more information, or to register, contact Caron Blau Rothstein at Portland@TheMothersCircle.org or 503-246-8831.
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.
From the age of17 until a few days before he was killed leading the rescue at Entebbe (Israel’s 1976 daring hostage rescue mission in Africa), Jonathan Netanyahu wrote a series of letters that embody a stunning self-portrait of the growth of a hero. He was the brother of Prime Minister Netanyahu. Yoni’s correspondence is the other side of the coin to Anne Frank’s diary—she the unbowed victim, he the fearless fighter, together bearing witness to the greatness of human nature. 6:30 p.m. at Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy. For more information, contact 503-244-6389 or info@portlandhadassah.org.
Hadassah Book Group: “Self-Portrait of a Hero: From the Letters of Jonathan Netanyahu 1963–1976.” From the age of17 until a few days before he was killed leading the rescue at Entebbe (Israel’s 1976 daring hostage rescue mission in Africa), Jonathan Netanyahu wrote a series of letters that embody a stunning self-portrait of the growth of a hero. He was the brother of Prime Minister Netanyahu. Yoni’s correspondence is the other side of the coin to Anne Frank’s diary—she the unbowed victim, he the fearless fighter, together bearing witness to the greatness of human nature. 6:30 p.m. at Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy. For more information, contact 503-244-6389 or info@portlandhadassah.org.
Discussion alternates between works of cinema and literature. Every third Thursday, 7-9 pm. Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy. 503-244-6389.
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.
SALEM: Immigration, then and now. During Kabbalat Shabbat services Francisco López, executive director of CAUSA—the Oregon Immigrant Rights Coalition, will speak about his experience as an El Salvadorian immigrant. His story is the story of many and is closely tied to the Jewish experience of immigration to the U.S. in the 19th and 20th centuries. Hear as he connects his story to the Exodus from Egypt. López has 25 years of experience in community organizing, leadership development, social service program design and affordable housing advocacy in the U.S. and Latin America. He is also a field director with Voz Hispana Vote Project, an organization seeking to increase Latino participation in the democratic process and serves on the board of the SHARE Foundation, an international organization that promotes social and economic development programs in Latin America. At Temple Beth Sholom, 1274 Cunningham Ln. S. For more information, call 503-362-5004 or visit www.tbsholom.org.
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.
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.
Enjoy a Shabbat celebration amidst fields of lovely vegetables. Then, harvest carrots and corn, search for frogs, play ball in the field—and really be able to sing out about the beauty of creation! RSVP by Aug. 17 to info@havurahshalom.org or 503-248-4662 to get directions to the farm on Sauvie Island. 10:30 a.m. Bring a picnic lunch, water, hats, blanket to sit on, and a ball or something to play with, if you want.
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.
Shabbat on the Farm. Enjoy a Shabbat celebration amidst fields of lovely vegetables. Then, harvest carrots and corn, search for frogs, play ball in the field—and really be able to sing out about the beauty of creation! RSVP by Aug. 17 to info@havurahshalom.org or 503-248-4662 to get directions to the farm on Sauvie Island. 10:30 a.m. Bring a picnic lunch, water, hats, blanket to sit on, and a ball or something to play with, if you want.
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.
The Mothers Circle is a nationally successful program, held in 35+ cities, offering free classes and childcare to non-Jewish women raising (or planning to raise) Jewish children. The course provides free education, support and a peer group through which students are empowered to raise their children in Judaism with greater comfort and ease. 9:30 a.m. at the MJCC. For more information, or to register, contact Caron Blau Rothstein at Portland@TheMothersCircle.org or 503-246-8831.
Yiddish Hour on KBOO, 90.7 FM Radio. Hosted by Jack and Reva Falk. 10-11 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.
Kol Shalom Sunday School Open House. Meet teachers, see classrooms and learn about the Humanistic Jewish Sunday School Program. Classes for students ages 5-13, including bar/bat mitzvah programs, are designed to give students a great Jewish experience, an opportunity to meet with other Jewish children and gain knowledge of Jewish heritage, holidays, customs and history. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the MJCC. For more information call 503-459-4210, or contact info@kolshalom.org.
Kol Shalom Sunday School Open House. Meet teachers, see classrooms and learn about the Humanistic Jewish Sunday School Program. Classes for students ages 5-13, including bar/bat mitzvah programs, are designed to give students a great Jewish experience, an opportunity to meet with other Jewish children and gain knowledge of Jewish heritage, holidays, customs and history. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the MJCC. For more information call 503-459-4210, or contact info@kolshalom.org.
Bill Naito Legacy Fountain Grand Opening Celebration. Join Portland Parks and Recreation, the Portland Parks Foundation, and the Portland Development Commission to celebrate the opening of Portland’s newest fountain in Waterfront Park, near the Burnside Bridge. Enjoy two days of entertainment including daily giveaways, artist demontrations, face painting and multicultural music. Yiddish music duo Amy Shapiro and Jeff Olenick perform from 12:20–12:50 p.m. The Bill Naito Legacy Fountain is part of the pavilion and plaza area that is the new home to Saturday Market. The fountain honors late civic leader Bill Naito, and the poem engraved into its steps celebrates the diverse cultural influences that have shaped our city. For a full schedule, visit www.portlandonline.com/parks or email PKJOAN@ci.portland.or.us.
Kol Shalom Annual Potluck Picnic. Come enjoy summer with good company in a lovely, shaded backyard with a pool. If you’re new to Kol Shalom, don’t feel the need to bring anything for the potluck; just remember bathing suits and towels if you want to swim. Get more information about humanistic and secular Judaism, or just shmooze and nosh. Free. Everyone, of all ages, welcome. 4 p.m. at a private residence in Beaverton. For more information, call 503-459-4210 or 503-297-4288, or email info@kolshalom.org.
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 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.
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.
Beit Haverim Welcomes their new Rabbi. Share Shabbat and meet their new rabbi, Rabbi Alan Berg and his wife Bonnie at 6 p.m. Bring an appetizer to share and spend time together before Shabbat service at 7 p.m. A dessert Oneg will follow the service. At 1111 Country Club Rd. For more information call, 503-344-4839.
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.
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m.
CAMAS: Blue Card fundraiser. Enjoy an evening of music, food and learning and support survivors. The Blue Card was established in 1934 to assist Jews fleeing Nazi Germany, and 75 years later it continues to assist survivors. Of the 100,000 who live in the U.S., there are at least 30,000 survivors who subsist on $12,000 or less per year. The Blue Card provides medical services, rent assistance, social services, personal emergency response systems, the Bring-A-Smile program etc. to each of them. The event costs $50 per person and is open to all. 6-10 p.m. at the home of Craig and Michelle Hersh, 6215 NW Michaelbrook Lane. For more information or to RSVP, contact Michelle at cmhersh@comcast.net or 360-833-9422.
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 event commemorating the fifth anniversary of the dedication of the Oregon Holocaust Memorial will be held in Washington Park from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. In the meadow above the Memorial, there will be brief remarks on the hour with musical interludes before and after. On the half-hour, tours of the Memorial will be led by local Holocaust survivors accompanied by trained docents from the Oregon Holocaust Resource Center. This family-friendly, drop-in event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit ohrconline.org, or contact Deb Montrose at 503-531-0405.
Oregon Holocaust Memorial’s Fifth Anniversary. An event commemorating the fifth anniversary of the dedication of the Oregon Holocaust Memorial will be held in Washington Park from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. In the meadow above the Memorial, there will be brief remarks on the hour with musical interludes before and after. On the half-hour, tours of the Memorial will be led by local Holocaust survivors accompanied by trained docents from the Oregon Holocaust Resource Center. This family-friendly, drop-in event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit ohrconline.org, or contact Deb Montrose at 503-531-0405.
A party to benefit Sderot’s at-risk youth center will be held in a private home Sunday, Aug. 30 from 2-4 p.m. Entertainment includes kosher snacks and a video presentation by Rabbi Zuckerman. Admission is free, donations are welcome. Contact Lee Rosenstock at 503-452-3713 or darklily@dslnorthwest.net for more information or the address.
A fundraiser to benefit Sderot's at-risk youth center will be held in a
private home Sunday, August 30th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Entertainment includes
kosher snacks and a video presentation by Rabbi Zuckerman. Admission is
free, donations are welcome. Contact Lee Rosenstock at (503) 452-3713 or
darklily@dslnorthwest.net for more information or the address.
ASHLAND: August Film Series: Paper Clips. Come watch this award-winning documentary about the creative way one school’s students learned about the Holocaust and shared their experience with the world. Producer Bob Johnson said, “We aren’t documenting a tragedy. We’re documenting how to prevent one in the future.” 2 p.m. at Temple Emek Shalom, 1800 E Main St. For more information, call 541-488-2909.
Rock n’ Roll Family Spaghetti Dinner. Come to this fun-filled family evening at 5 p.m. at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 925 NW 25th Ave. Adults $7, Children $5. RSVP by Aug 24. to 503-226-6131. For more information, email info@shaarietorah.org.
Come to this fun-filled family evening at 5 p.m. at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 925 NW 25th Ave. Adults $7, Children $5. RSVP by Aug 24. to 503-226-6131. For more information, email info@shaarietorah.org.
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.
Cafe Shalom, Israeli Folk Dancing. Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, followed by open dance 8-10 pm. $10 for class and open dance, $5 for open dance only. 7045 SW Taylors Ferry Road.
High school students build friendships through community service projects, leadership development and activities. MJCC, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. 503-535-3534.
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.
