04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:30 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:15 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: 5:45 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: 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: 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. 503-244-0111. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. Start: 11:00 am
Start: 16 Apr 2010 - 11:00am
End: 18 Apr 2010 - 11:59am
l B’nai B’rith Camp 6312 SW Capitol Hwy., #412, Portland, OR 97239 Tel: (503) 452-3444 Fax: (503) 245-4233
Contact: Michelle Koplan, B’nai B’rith Camp executive director
B'nai B'rith Camp's JWteam/Teen Connection program announces
JWest Team/Teen Connection – the new collaborative program focusing on Jewish values in action between B'nai B'rith Camp and BBYO – next weekend sends off sixth- through eighth-graders for a tease of summer.
Make that “A taste of summer with B. B. Camp and BBYO's JWTeam.” Taking place at B. B. Camp, on Devils Lake, the April 16 through April 18 weekend retreat costs $150; for JWest participants, a $75 discount is available. It's open for every Jewish tween and teen in the Pacific Northwest.
Special activities include Shabbat, sports, team building, tie-dying, s'mores, a bonfire and more.
This new JWteam/Teen Connection venture is made possible by grants from the Foundation for Jewish Camp and the Jim Joseph Foundation. At its core, the venture promotes safe, enriching programming, engaging activities and meaningful involvement in young teens' communities, explained Rachel Rothstein, B. B. Camp's associate director.
Through participation in social events, athletic competitions and community-service projects, young teens will practice tzedakah, be exposed to new ideas, experiences and their budding spirituality, helping them “to determine what being Jewish really means,” Sostrin added.
Since 1921, the camp has been dedicated to providing the best summer experience for today's campers while preparing them to be tomorrow's community leaders. B. B. Camp strives to teach the values and ethics of Jewish living by example, experience and creative expression. B’nai B’rith Camp has consistently proven to be a great place for youth to learn about themselves, their Jewish identity, their environment and how to relate to others.
B'nai B'rith Camp offers a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, Jewish enrichment, athletics, waterskiing, sailing, canoeing, hydro-tubing, swimming in the heated, outdoor pool, dancing, nature, singing, high- and low-ropes challenge courses, leadership, community service, drama, creative writing, Shabbat celebrations, overnights and trips.
B'nai B'rith Camp, a JCC- affiliated camp, is licensed by the State of Oregon and accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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: 4:00 pm
Start: 16 Apr 2010 - 4:00pm
End: 17 Apr 2010 - 4:59pm
History (1933-1948): What We Choose to Remember. This conference seeks to examine the ideas and the institution that both directed and thwarted unfolding events during this era-from the rise of the dictatorships in the western world to the establishment of the state of Israel-so that the lessons of history can guide the future. Enjoy two days of speakers and topics such as visual art and the Holocaust, Palestinians and Jews and the one state/two state solution debate. At Portland State Univeristy Garaventa Center/MSC 179, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. For more information, contact 503-943-7702, powell@up.edu or up.edu/garaventa/conference. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
The Little Traitor Portland Premiere. Film festival favorite The Little Traitor opens for an exclusive engagement in Portland this weekend. Starring Alfred Molina, the film is a tender and touching story about a spirited and intelligent 12-year-old boy living in Palestine in 1947 just a few months before Israel becomes a state. The film will open exclusively in Portland at the Regal Fox Tower Stadium 10 on April 16. For tickets and showtimes, visit www.fandango.com/regalfoxtowerstadium10_aaozw/theaterpage. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Portland Young Judaea benefit dinner for Darfurian Refugees. Garin Tzedek (seed of justice) is a group of 52 American college freshmen on their gap year who are working to better the lives of the Darfuri and Sudanese refugees who are living in Israel. Money raised at this event will directly benefit their work. Cost is $70 per family, $25 adult, $15 children and students. 7 p.m. at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. To RSVP or for more information, contact Arielle Berne at 503-432-6322. Start: 6:30 pm
Shabbat for early-elementary-aged children. Oneg follows. 6:30 pm. Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. 503-226-2481. | ||
04 / 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. (all day)
Start: 16 Apr 2010 - 11:00am
End: 18 Apr 2010 - 11:59am
l B’nai B’rith Camp 6312 SW Capitol Hwy., #412, Portland, OR 97239 Tel: (503) 452-3444 Fax: (503) 245-4233
Contact: Michelle Koplan, B’nai B’rith Camp executive director
B'nai B'rith Camp's JWteam/Teen Connection program announces
JWest Team/Teen Connection – the new collaborative program focusing on Jewish values in action between B'nai B'rith Camp and BBYO – next weekend sends off sixth- through eighth-graders for a tease of summer.
Make that “A taste of summer with B. B. Camp and BBYO's JWTeam.” Taking place at B. B. Camp, on Devils Lake, the April 16 through April 18 weekend retreat costs $150; for JWest participants, a $75 discount is available. It's open for every Jewish tween and teen in the Pacific Northwest.
Special activities include Shabbat, sports, team building, tie-dying, s'mores, a bonfire and more.
This new JWteam/Teen Connection venture is made possible by grants from the Foundation for Jewish Camp and the Jim Joseph Foundation. At its core, the venture promotes safe, enriching programming, engaging activities and meaningful involvement in young teens' communities, explained Rachel Rothstein, B. B. Camp's associate director.
Through participation in social events, athletic competitions and community-service projects, young teens will practice tzedakah, be exposed to new ideas, experiences and their budding spirituality, helping them “to determine what being Jewish really means,” Sostrin added.
Since 1921, the camp has been dedicated to providing the best summer experience for today's campers while preparing them to be tomorrow's community leaders. B. B. Camp strives to teach the values and ethics of Jewish living by example, experience and creative expression. B’nai B’rith Camp has consistently proven to be a great place for youth to learn about themselves, their Jewish identity, their environment and how to relate to others.
B'nai B'rith Camp offers a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, Jewish enrichment, athletics, waterskiing, sailing, canoeing, hydro-tubing, swimming in the heated, outdoor pool, dancing, nature, singing, high- and low-ropes challenge courses, leadership, community service, drama, creative writing, Shabbat celebrations, overnights and trips.
B'nai B'rith Camp, a JCC- affiliated camp, is licensed by the State of Oregon and accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). End: 4:59 pm
Start: 16 Apr 2010 - 4:00pm
End: 17 Apr 2010 - 4:59pm
History (1933-1948): What We Choose to Remember. This conference seeks to examine the ideas and the institution that both directed and thwarted unfolding events during this era-from the rise of the dictatorships in the western world to the establishment of the state of Israel-so that the lessons of history can guide the future. Enjoy two days of speakers and topics such as visual art and the Holocaust, Palestinians and Jews and the one state/two state solution debate. At Portland State Univeristy Garaventa Center/MSC 179, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. For more information, contact 503-943-7702, powell@up.edu or up.edu/garaventa/conference. 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: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Learner’s Minyan with Rabbi Zuckerman. What is our hope? Discuss “Hatikvah,” the Israel national anthem from 10-11 a.m. at this free event. Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. For more information, contact 503-226-6131 or simi@shaarietorah.org. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Writers Talking: Louis Sachar. The sequel to Holes, Louis Sachar’s award-winning novel, is coming to the Oregon Children’s Theatre. Small Steps is the continuing story of life after Camp Green Lake. Join in before the world premiere for a discussion with Sachar and the play’s director to learn more about the book-to-stage adaptation process and the further adventures of the story’s characters. 1-2:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 801 S.W. 10th Ave. For more information, call 503-988-5123. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Intimate Evening with Shoshana Bean. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening featuring Broadway star Shoshana Bean. Best known for her roles in the Broadway smash hits Wicked and Hairspray, Portland native Shoshana Bean has recently released her first solo album, Superhero. Come to this fundraising event and enjoy her performance, drinks, dessert and good company. 6:30 p.m. reception and check in at Goodman Hall followed by 8 p.m. performance and after party in the main sanctuary. $100 general admission, $180 patron tickets include reserved seating, parking and an autographed CD. Temple Beth Israel is located at 1972 NW Flanders. For more information or to RSVP contact Elena at 503-222-1069. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
04 / 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. End: 11:59 am
Start: 16 Apr 2010 - 11:00am
End: 18 Apr 2010 - 11:59am
l B’nai B’rith Camp 6312 SW Capitol Hwy., #412, Portland, OR 97239 Tel: (503) 452-3444 Fax: (503) 245-4233
Contact: Michelle Koplan, B’nai B’rith Camp executive director
B'nai B'rith Camp's JWteam/Teen Connection program announces
JWest Team/Teen Connection – the new collaborative program focusing on Jewish values in action between B'nai B'rith Camp and BBYO – next weekend sends off sixth- through eighth-graders for a tease of summer.
Make that “A taste of summer with B. B. Camp and BBYO's JWTeam.” Taking place at B. B. Camp, on Devils Lake, the April 16 through April 18 weekend retreat costs $150; for JWest participants, a $75 discount is available. It's open for every Jewish tween and teen in the Pacific Northwest.
Special activities include Shabbat, sports, team building, tie-dying, s'mores, a bonfire and more.
This new JWteam/Teen Connection venture is made possible by grants from the Foundation for Jewish Camp and the Jim Joseph Foundation. At its core, the venture promotes safe, enriching programming, engaging activities and meaningful involvement in young teens' communities, explained Rachel Rothstein, B. B. Camp's associate director.
Through participation in social events, athletic competitions and community-service projects, young teens will practice tzedakah, be exposed to new ideas, experiences and their budding spirituality, helping them “to determine what being Jewish really means,” Sostrin added.
Since 1921, the camp has been dedicated to providing the best summer experience for today's campers while preparing them to be tomorrow's community leaders. B. B. Camp strives to teach the values and ethics of Jewish living by example, experience and creative expression. B’nai B’rith Camp has consistently proven to be a great place for youth to learn about themselves, their Jewish identity, their environment and how to relate to others.
B'nai B'rith Camp offers a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, Jewish enrichment, athletics, waterskiing, sailing, canoeing, hydro-tubing, swimming in the heated, outdoor pool, dancing, nature, singing, high- and low-ropes challenge courses, leadership, community service, drama, creative writing, Shabbat celebrations, overnights and trips.
B'nai B'rith Camp, a JCC- affiliated camp, is licensed by the State of Oregon and accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Yom Hazikaron for Israeli soldiers. Commemorate Israel Memorial Day, honoring those who have given their lives for the State of Israel. ceremony will take place 8:30-9:30 p.m. at the MJCC. There will not be Israeli dancing at that night. Free and open to the entire community. Call 503-244-0111 for details. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
The Chosen: A Benefit for Melton. This award-winning play is the coming-of-age story of two boys growing up in two very different Jewish communities in Williamsburg Brooklyn, in the 1940s. Runs thru May 2. Melton benefit show is at 2 p.m. at The Gerding Theater, 128 NW 11th Ave. $60 General Admission, $80 Patron. Purchasing your ticket through Melton supports lifelong learning in the Jewish community. To order, call 503-892-3015 or e-mail melton@jewishportland.org. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
We Sang That At Camp! Camp Songs CD Release and Portland Premiere. Do you wish you could conjure favorite BB Camp songs as if you were still there? Now you can thanks to OyBaby’s newest CD, “We Sang That At Camp–Songs Remembered From Jewish Summer Camp.” Celebrate the release of this CD at an all-ages concert to benefit BB Camper scholarships from 3-5 p.m., at the MJCC. Tickets are $36 per family (includes a copy of the CD) and are available at jewishcampsongs.eventbrite.com. Individual tickets also are available. Local musicians Justin Jude, Kim Palumbis and special guests will rock the MJCC with camp favorites in Hebrew and English from the CD. After the concert, s’mores will be served. For more information, contact Jenn Director Knudsen at jenn.d.knudsen@pdx.edu or 503-725-3976. Start: 4:45 pm
Dinner and Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament. Don’t miss this exciting evening hosted by Congregation Neveh Shalom Men’s Club. Place your bets to raise funds for congregational youth scholarships and the congregation’s capital campaign. Dinner at 4:45 p.m.; event from 5:30-9:30 p.m. For more information, Contact bruce@thesternfamily.net. Start: 4:45 pm
Yom Ha’Atzmaut with Shoreshim and Notz’tzim. Celebrate Israeli Independence Day! Make an Israeli flag, sing and dance to Israeli songs, enjoy story time with selections from PJ Library and schmooze and snack with new and old friends (For families with children ages 0-5). Cost is $5 per family with RSVP due by April 15. 10:15-11:45 a.m. at Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. For more information, contact 503-246-8831 or crothstein@nevehshalom.org. Start: 4:46 pm
Beit Haverim Youth Group Adventure. Jewish youth are invited to join Beit Haverim’s Youth Group for lunch and a trip to the Oregon Jewish Museum to view the exhibit: Letters to Sala: A Young Woman’s Life in Nazi Labor Camps. Meet at the Lake Oswego United Church of Christ (1111 S.W. Country Club Rd) at 11 a.m. to car pool. Admission to the OJM is $4. RSVP to Deb Wexler dwexler40@comcast.net or call 503-781-1356. 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. | ||
04 / 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: 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: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Body Image: The Naked Truth. Join PDX Hillel and Leslie Goldman, author of Locker Room Diaries, for her presentation Body Image: The Naked Truth. Goldman, who writes for magazines such as Glamour, Self, Women’s Health and more, will share details of her own past experience with and recovery from anorexia and will share anecdotes from her book, which involved interviewing women of all ages, from 3-year-olds who refuse juice and cookies in school because they’re “on diets” up to 90+. Her talk also includes a shocking before/after gallery of Photo-shopped images, which demonstrate the massive amount of airbrushing that takes place in the media. 7-8 p.m. at Lewis and Clark, Council Chambers. For more information, contact Rachel Hall at rachel@pdxhillel.org. 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: 4:47 pm
Community-wide Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebration. Commemorate Israel’s declaration of independence. On May 14, 1948, (5 Iyar, 5708) David Ben Gurion’s declaration in Tel Aviv also marked the end of the British Mandate of Palestine. From 5:30-9 p.m. enjoy the Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebration featuring a Bible Raps concert. For more information, contact the MJCC at 503-244-0111 or visit www.oregonjcc.org. | ||
04 / 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: 8:30 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: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Willa Schneberg Poetry Reading. Willa Schneberg will read from the anthology I Go To The Ruined Place: Contemporary Poets In Defense of Global Human Rights, published by Lost Horse Press, with writers and human rights activists: Francis Payne Adler, Patricia Bollin, Edith Mirante, John Paisley, Sandy Polishuk and Kirsten Rian. 7 p.m. at Broadway Books, 1714 NE Broadway. For more information, contact Deborah Jayne at 503-515-6402. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
OAJC Luncheon Lecture: “China’s Influence on Global Economics and Business” with Richard Read. Richard Read is a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer for The Oregonian. He has worked in Thailand and Japan, and opened The Oregonian’s Asia Bureau in Tokyo in 1989. Read won the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting in 1999 for a series that dramatized the global effects of the Asian financial crisis through the movement of a container of French fries from a Washington-state farm to a McDonald’s restaurant in Singapore. Read’s most recent piece for The Oregonian was a front page article on Chinese factory workers. Noon at the Living Room Theaters, SW 10th and Stark. $15 per person includes lunch; $5 per person for drinks only. RSVP to info@oajconline.org or 503-295-6761. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Author Reading: Yann Martel. From Yann Martel, the award-winning author of Life of Pi, comes Beatrice and Virgil, a mesmerizing and brilliant exploration of the limitations of language in understanding and describing the horrors of the Holocaust. 7:30 p.m. at Powell’s City of Books, 1005 W Burnside. For more information, call 800-878-7323 or visit www.powells.com. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Faith & Fate: A New Beginning. Join Congregation Kesser Israel for a stirring film presentation on Yom Ha’Atzmaut about the formation of the State of Israel. Produced by Rabbi Berel Wein, the film includes behind-the-scenes stories of the War of Independence, the absorption of 850,000 Jewish refugees from Yemen, Morocco, Libya and Egypt and more. Admission: $4 per person. 8 p.m. at Congregation Kesser Israel, 6698 SW Capitol Highway. For more information, call 503-222-1239. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Genetic Genealogy, presented by Emily D. Aulicino. Emily Aulicino is a retired teacher who has researched her family’s genealogy for more than 40 years and is a regional coordinator for the International Society of Genetic Genealogists. In this program, learn the basics of DNA testing and how it helps your research. 7:30 p.m., Doors open at 7 p.m. for schmoozing and assistance with your genealogy problems. Congregation Ahavath Achim, 3225 SW Barbur Blvd. Free for members of JGSO, $5 requested from non-members (can be applied to cost of membership if you join at the time). For more information, visit ww.rootsweb.com/~orjgs or contact Barbara Hershey at jgsoregon@gmail.com or 503-249-1976. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Senior Tour of the Oregon Jewish Museum. The visit will begin with a presentation about the unique history of Oregon’s Jewish community by the museum’s education coordinator, Leah Faw. There will be time to check out the exhibits at your own pace. Call Dave at 503-221-1224 ext. 100 to reserve your space and sign up for a ride if needed. 1-2:30 p.m. at the museum, 1953 NW Kearney St. Cost is $3 paid at the door. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
TASK presents “The Journey from Chaos to Routine.” Martin Sacks M.D. is an FAAP developmental pediatrician and will discuss how to take the journey in peace. 6:30-8 p.m. at the Cancer Center Amphitheater, 830 NE 47th Ave. Seating is limited and registration required. Register at www.childdisabilityconnection.org/events.php?eventID=340. For more information, contact Jewish Family and Child Service at 503-226-7079. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
A Conversation with Oregon Attorney General John Kroger. Legal professionals are invited to hear the Attorney General address issues raised by recent legislative and judicial actions including consumer and environmental protections and civil rights. Noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Benson Hotel, 309 SW Broadway. $23 includes a kosher lunch. 1 CLE credit will be applied for. To register call 503-245-6219 or visit www.jewishportland.org. For more information, call Bob Horenstein at 503-245-6496. 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:15 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: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Family Heirloom Art, Celebrating Family Stories: Creating a Family Tree. Come to this intergenerational family workshop with instructor Lisa Kagan. Bring images of your family together to create a unique family tree illuminating your family’s growth and the connections between generations. Learn how to combine reproductions of your family photographs with drawing and collage to celebrate your family’s stories, traditions and culture. At the Hillsdale Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Free. For more information, contact Hillsdale Library at 503-988-5388. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 4:59 pm
Linus Pauling Memorial Lectures: Cyber Attacks Change Everything with Scott Borg. U.S. Cyber Consequences Unit. Every aspect of national, economic and personal security needs to be re-thought because of what can be accomplished by cyber attacks. Scott Borg originated many of the concepts and categories currently being used to understand the strategic and economic implications of these attacks. 7 p.m. at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. For ticket information, visit www.isepp2.org or call 503-232-2300. 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: 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: 4:52 pm
Myths and Facts about Israel. Bob Horenstein will be setting the record straight! Open to all High School students and adults. Free event. Second session on April 28. 6:45-8:15 p.m. at Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave. For more information, contact 503-226-6131 or simi@shaarietorah.org. 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. 503-244-0111. | ||
04 / 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: 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: 4:52 pm
Writers & Scholars: Annie Dawid. “And Darkness Was Under His Feet; Stories of a Family” is the title of Dawid’s talk as well as the title of her most recent book. Growing up in New York, Dawid heard stories of her father’s origins in Germany, his flight from the Nazis to China and subsequent emigration to the United States. After completing her first (non-autobiographical) book of fiction, she decided to get additional versions of the family story to create a linked series of short stories about the history of the Dawid clan. 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane. For more information, contact 503-246-8831 or email info@judaicstudies.org. 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. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 10:30 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: 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: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:30 am
End: 6:00 pm
Cedar Sinai Park adult day services, Mon.-Fri. 503-535-4403. 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. | ||
04 / 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: 8:15 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. 503-244-0111. | ||
04 / 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: 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. | ||
04 / 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: 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 / 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: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
05 / 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: 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. | ||
05 / 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: 8:30 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 / 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: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
A Musical Treat: Celebrating Sondheim’s 80th Birthday. This Portland Civic Theater Guild’s First Tuesday Readers Theater is considered the “dessert” of Guild’s season and promises to delight audience members who enjoy Broadway music. This year, they join the world-wide celebration of Stephen Sondheim’s 80th birthday with a revue of his music featuring some of Portland’s finest musical theatre stars. 10 a.m. at The Old Church, 1422 SW 11th. Tickets are $6 and include coffee and light refreshments. More information about A Musical Treat and the Portland Civic Theatre Guild’s 2010 season is available at www.PortlandCivicTheatreGuild.org. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Robison Jewish Home Sisterhood Donor Luncheon. Enjoy familiar musical medleys by the Broadway Rose Theatre Company and a gourmet luncheon by Allen Levin and his crew. Don’t miss exciting door and raffle prizes from local merchants, restaurants and salons. Meet new and old friends. Luncheon cost is $18 (plus minimum 2010 donation of $10). For reservations, call Sue Garber at 503-245-5441 or Naomi Schneider at 503-246-4789. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Diversity Brown Bag Series. The American Red Cross, Oregon Trail Chapter presents guest speaker Charles Schiffman speaking on contemporary Jewish issues. Noon-1 p.m. in the Atrium of the Oregon Trail Chapter, 3131 N. Vancouver Ave. For more information, contact Antoinette Edwards at edwardsa@redcross-pdx.org or 503-535-9243. 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. | ||
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: 8:15 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: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
OAJC Film Event and Fundraiser: Harlan in the Shadow of Jew Süss. Though nearly forgotten today, Veit Harlan was one of Nazi Germany’s most notorious filmmakers. Millions across occupied Europe saw his films, the most prolific of which was the anti-Semitic propaganda film Jew Süss-required viewing for all SS members. With never-before-seen archival footage, unearthed film excerpts, rare home movies and new interviews, this documentary is a searing portrait of the controversial filmmaker and an examination of World War II film history. 7 p.m. at the Living Room Theaters, SW 10th and Stark. Tickets are $36, $50 patrons. To reserve, visit www.oajconline.org, email info@oajconline.org or call 503-295-6761. 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. 503-244-0111. | ||
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: 8:30 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: 1:59 pm
Dare to Care. Come to the Oregon Jewish Community Youth Foundation’s 4th annual benefit dinner. Teen philanthropists are hosting this evening and will share how they are daring to care for our Jewish community and the community at large. Tickets are $75 for adults and $50 for students middle school aged and older. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. at the MJCC. Seating is limited. RSVP by April 29 to www.ojcf.org or at 503-248-9328 to make your reservation. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Linus Pauling Memorial Lecture: Tomorrow’s People. Dr. Susan Greenfield, Britain’s foremost neuroscientist, is the first woman director of the 204-year-old Royal Institution of Great Britain. At the beginning of the 21st Century, we may be standing on the brink of a mind-makeover more cataclysmic than anything in our history. The science and technology that is already becoming central to our lives, will soon come to transform not just the way we spend each day, but the way we think and feel. 7p.m. at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. For ticket information, visit www.isepp2.org or call 503-232-2300. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Sacco and Vanzetti Documentary. This riveting 2006 documentary about Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti is showing to celebrate May Day, the international workingclass holiday. The film describes the campaign to defend two Italian immigrant anarchists executed in 1927 during the U.S. government’s crackdown on political dissent. It includes passionate interviews with Howard Zinn, Studs Terkel and Arlo Guthrie. A free-wheeling discussion will follow. 6:30 p.m. at Bread and Roses Center, 819 N. Killingsworth St. Donation of $2 requested. Hearty multi-ethnic snacks at 6 p.m. for $7 donation. For more information, call or email the Freedom Socialist Party at 503-240-4462 or fsp@igc.org. 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 / 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: 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: 1:00 pm
Start: 7 May 2010 - 1:00pm
End: 9 May 2010 - 1:59pm
Camp Solomon Schechter Israeli Family Camp. Come for a fun weekend for the whole family in beautiful campgrounds! For more details, call 206-447-1967 or visit www.campschechter.org or development@campschechter.org. A second weekend is available June 4-6. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Jews Next Dor Shabbat Service. Welcome Shabbat and connect with other Jewish young adults with Jews Next Dor (Generation), Beth Israel’s 20-30 something group. Enjoy a fun, musical, peer-led Shabbat service followed by a “spontaneous” gathering at one of the local NW bars. 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders. For more information, contact jndpdx@gmail.com. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Being Jewish in France, a film by Yves Jeuland. This sweeping documentary explores the rich and complex history of Jews in France, the first country to grant Jews citizenship. Beginning with Revolutionary cries of Vive la France in Yiddish, the film explores the explosive Dreyfus Affair into the 21st century, investigating charges of rising antisemitism and the county’s complex attitudes toward Israel. This film is being shown as part of Portland State University’s 5th Avenue French Film Festival. 7:30 p.m. at the 5th Avenue Theater, 510 Southwest Hall St. Free popcorn! Free for PSU students/faculty, $2 for other students/seniors, $3 general. For more information, contact judaicst@pdx-edu. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
ASHLAND: Kabbalat Shabbat Art Series. Join artist Sharon Dvora for a hands-on process in creating personal artworks that celebrate spirituality. Work with beautiful papers and gems, creating an individual hamsa with a blessing tucked in. Hamsa is a protective hand symbol that is popular across cultures in the Middle East and northern Africa. This program is part of a series, continuing on First Friday, June 4—when we celebrate peace and wholeness by creating collaborative painted mandalas. All are welcome. The session will be followed by a singing Shabbat service with the Junior Choir led by Cantor Bella and a potluck fruit dessert. 6:30-7:15 p.m. at Temple Emek Shalom, 1800 E. Main St. For more information, visit www.emekshalom.org or call 541-488-2909. Start: 1:19 pm
I Am NOT Sillye! This simple, funny, interactive all season show —with tasty originals, crowd-pleasing favorites and a lot of singing and dancing—is a hit with parents and kids alike. Dan Cohen is an award-winning singer/songwriter/producer whose credits include Disney’s popular children’s show JoJo’s Circus, Sara Hickman’s Motherlode CD, Nickelodeon and Jumpbunch, a kids exercise program. He has rave reviews from The New York Times, New York Post and many others. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the first program. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at the Woodstock Library, 6008 S.E. 49th Ave. For more information, contact 503-988-5399. Start: 6:00 pm
Potluck followed by a service at 7 pm. Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 19200 Willamette Dr., West Linn. 503-723-0402. Start: 6:00 pm
Service is followed by Oneg. Beth Israel, 1972 NW Flanders St. 503-222-1069. Start: 6:30 pm
The first 20 minutes are for the littlest tots, followed by challah and simple fruit as they learn the blessings associated with wine and bread. Bridgeport Communtiy Church, 621 NE 76th Ave. Start: 6:30 pm
Children-led Shabbat family services, followed by Kiddush, challah and a buffet of traditional Shabbat foods. Chabad Jewish Center, 9604 NE 126th Ave., Ste. 2320, Vancouver. 360-993-5222. | ||
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. (all day)
Start: 7 May 2010 - 1:00pm
End: 9 May 2010 - 1:59pm
Camp Solomon Schechter Israeli Family Camp. Come for a fun weekend for the whole family in beautiful campgrounds! For more details, call 206-447-1967 or visit www.campschechter.org or development@campschechter.org. A second weekend is available June 4-6. 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: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
ASHLAND: Sisterhood celebrates Jewish Cuisine Worldwide. Share in a get-together to celebrate the pleasures of the Jewish table. Prepare a unique dish from a country other than the United States and bring the recipe to share. Also, bring one small idea, fact or story about the Jewish people from the country you are representing. RSVP by April 29. For location information, contact Gretski Lieberman at 541-482-4719 or micahgretski@yahoo.com. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
CORVALLIS: Reader’s Theater fundraising event. “When Being Different Makes a Difference,” is theme for a night of original short plays that pay homage to all that is awkward, conflicted and frightened within as we move toward accepting our emerging identity and sense of purpose. This is the 15th public annual fundraising event for local charities conceptualized and directed by Mike Aronson, of Beit Am Mid-Willamette Jewish Community. 8 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd. For more information, contact Mike Aronson at 541-753-3324. Start: 5:00 pm
KXL 750 program features lively talk from two rabbis on the issues of the day. 5-6 p.m. | ||
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. End: 1:59 pm
Start: 7 May 2010 - 1:00pm
End: 9 May 2010 - 1:59pm
Camp Solomon Schechter Israeli Family Camp. Come for a fun weekend for the whole family in beautiful campgrounds! For more details, call 206-447-1967 or visit www.campschechter.org or development@campschechter.org. A second weekend is available June 4-6. 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: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Mothers Day Brunch. Join Violinist Aaron Meyer “high in the sky” for a champagne brunch and concert at the Portland City Grill. The $60 cost includes, brunch, champagne, concert, 2.5 hour parking, gratuity and some of the best views in Portland. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact Portland City Grill Private Dining to make reservations, 503-525-5260 or banquets@portlandcitygrill.com. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Jack Falk and members of Hora Tzigane will host an afternoon of klezmer Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
See what grows in the Garden of Eden. Come celebrate Mother’s Day by attending Kesser Israel’s 2nd annual native, edible and flowering plant sale. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Congregation Kesser Israel, 6698 SW Capitol Hwy. For more information, visit www.kesserisrael.org or call 503-222-1239. 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 / 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. 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: 1:00 pm
End: 1:59 pm
Celebrate Etz Chaim’s inaugural year. The Etz Chaim Society of B’nai B’rith Camp honors and recognizes individuals who are committed to the future and sustainability of B’nai B’rith Camp. Etz Chaim Society members demonstrate their commitment and generosity through a bequest or planned gift to B.B. Camp. This evening includes cocktails and dinner and features camp music and more from Justin Jude and Kim Palumbis. For more information, contact Michelle Caplan at the BB Camp office 503-345-9451 or mcaplan@bbcamp.org. 6 p.m. at the Hotel deLuxe, 729 SW 15th Ave. 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 / 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: 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. | ||
