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TWO of the 203 hostages have…
Cindy Saltzman AMAZING NEWS: 2 of the 203 hostages have been released. They are American’s Natalie and Judith Raanan, from…Ukraine’s Jewish President warns, ‘this might…
As the Russian military pushes ahead with its offensive on Ukraine, Ukraine’s president, Vladimir Zelensky tells European leaders that “it…AJC study shows antisemitism continues to…
A study on antisemitism in France has found that a vast majority of the Jewish community has been subjected to…Comedian Shawn Pelofsky -Activism through Comedy
By Masada Siegel Standing strong for Israel is not the first time comedian Shawn Pelofsky, who has received death threats for her activism, has stood in the line of fire. She was one of the first female comics to perform in Afghanistan after Sept 11. “When I told my parents that I was going to…
Nosh +Screening of “Living While Dining”
Join the Jewish Association for Death Education (JADE) in partnership with the Mittleman Jewish Community Center (MJCC) for a special brunch event: Brunch + Special Screening of “Living While Dying” Sunday, August 18 at 11:00 am! Join us for a screening of the film Living While Dying: a documentary that features Portland residents navigating their own death experiences…
Josh Frankel honored at the OJCF 2024 Annual Meeting
Josh Frankel was honored at the 2024 OJCF Annual meeting This honor celebrates the individuals and families who have helped build our Jewish community and have ensured the continuation of that work through lifetime legacy gifts in their estate plansOJCF’s partner organizations tabled at the beginning of the evening, creating space for partners, donors, and…
OJCF Marks Successful Inaugural Year of Impact Together Program
The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation (OJCF) is proud to announce the success of its Impact Together program, which was introduced this year to tackle pressing social issues in Oregon and Southwest Washington. This initiative unites a cohort of nonprofits to raise funds for a shared cause. For its inaugural 2024 campaign, OJCF focused on addressing…
PDX International airport reimagined
Portland International Airport (PDX) has finally debuted its renovated main terminal. The renovation has been in progress since 2020 and reportedly cost over 2 billion dollars.The new look reflects Oregon’s beautiful foliage and includes a timber roof. A spokesman for the Port of Portland said this “biophilic design” can “lower travelers’ stress, blood pressure, and…
Scrumptious “mid-summer” salad
By Anitia Austvika This delicious mid-summer salad features baby arugula, fresh raspberries, creamy goat cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh dill. Toss with rich, sweet balsamic vinegar then serve with any lunch or dinner entrée! Ingredients: 2 cups baby arugula 1 cup baby spinach ½ cup raspberries ¼ cup goat cheese 1 tsp…
Spinning a yarn
Laurie Kimmelstiel weaves Jewish prayer shawls on a traditional Swedish loom. Their softness, their comfort, their beautiful design envelops the wearers, allowing them to focus on prayer and God’s presence. “It separates them from the rest of the world,” says Kimmelstiel of New York. Her spiritually-guided weaving is informed by hiddur mitzvah, she says, “the…
Summer PEACH SALAD
Peaches are in season and nothing is easier than this quick summertime recipe. INGREDIENTS 3 cups spinach slightly chopped 3 large peaches sliced 1 avocado sliced ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons chopped pecans ¼ cup fresh basil leaves DRESSING ¼ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon honey ¼…
Adam Maraana-Israeli’s Arab Jewish Olympic swimmer making a splash
His father is a Muslim Arab. His mother is Jewish. Both are Israeli. His name is Adam Maraana, 21, and he served in the Israeli navy. He is swimming for his country in the Paris Olympics this week. And he is a beautiful symbol of the diversity and unity of Israel. Adam Maraana stated recently,…
Dr. Ronit Scheyer is new Director of Early Childhood Education at Congregation Neveh Shalom
Dr. Ronit Scheyer (aka Morah Ronit) is thrilled to step into the role of Director of Early Childhood Education at Congregation Neveh Shalom. She looks forward to nurturing the community that many have worked to build at Foundation School and Congregation Neveh Shalom. Ronit believes strongly in the importance of early childhood education and in the value of a Jewish education from a young age. She is…