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Hip Hop International: Uniting the world through dance
Photo: Hip Hop International founders Howard and Karen Schwartz. Photo courtesy Hip Hop International What comes to mind when you…
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Israel is the crème de la crème of the culinary world
PHOTO: Diners enjoy brunch in Tel Aviv. JUST AS ISRAELI INNOVATION launched the small nation to international prominence in the…
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Henry Winkler: Hollywood’s leading mensch
One of the last times Henry Winkler was in Oregon was to treat Portlanders to a sneak peek of his…
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Teen nearly killed in terror attack becomes EMT to save lives
Photo: Dvir Shenarb receives shoulder epaulets from his father, Rabbi Eitan Shenarb, and his grandfather, Zvi Wisbert, at the graduation ceremony of the MDA Medics Course. Photo courtesy Madagascar Photography Dvir Schnerb was seriously wounded by a remotely detonated bomb that killed his 17-year-old sister and injured their father while hiking near Ein Bubin Springs, a popular…
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Israel’s “The Other Story” comes to Portland
A new Israeli film, THE OTHER STORY, opens at the Living Room Theaters in Portland on Sept. 6. The film is the latest from acclaimed filmmaker Avi Nesher. THE OTHER STORY tells a suspenseful, poignant, and humorous story through the eyes of two rebellious young women from two troubled families that tangle in the most…
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Oregon Hillel students experience Birthright with Israel21c
PHOTOS: Above, Oregon students, most from the University of Oregon and Oregon State University, gather for a group photo at the top of Masada after watching the sun rise over Jordan and illuminate the Dead Sea. Right, front, University of Portland Senior Alexa Levinson and University of Oregon Senior Julia Granet enjoy a camel ride….
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Pack donations for refugee kids Sept. 8
PHOTOS: Above, Children received backpacks full of donations from Portland in the Tijuana shelters (some had to cover their faces for safety reasons). At left, Jon Cohen helps drivers Emily Wanderer Cohen and Lisa Tutmark pack a car with filled backpacks that were delivered to the Little Mercies social workers. Courtesy of Sallie Cohen Positive…
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Character Day 2019 Launches A Global Technology Shabbat Movement
Global phenomenon that engages millions turns the focus to the power of unplugging weekly Character Day, the global phenomenon that brings together millions of individuals and groups in schools, congregations, homes, and companies to engage in character development, this year tackles one of the most universal, urgent questions: how do we create a healthier relationship between humanity and…
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How to Plan for Traveling with Kids
PHOTO: If your family is headed to the coast for a last summer fling this holiday weekend, check out these tips. Families that travel with kids typically know tablets and other gadgets and activities can make the journey easier, and vacation rentals can make the stay more relaxing and affordable. These tips from the…
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August Biz Ins: Oregon Hillel staff; Chabad in Tigard; Maimonides and Montessori; PDX Hillel office
Oregon Hillel adds staff Oregon Hillel has four new staff members to enhance outreach to students at the University of Oregon and Oregon State University. Grants have funded the addition of a rabbi, development associate and Israel engagement coordinator at UO, as well as the first full-time professional at OSU. A two-year grant from the…
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Volunteers needed to deliver food to Holocaust survivors
Jewish Family & Child Service is seeking volunteers to deliver boxes of kosher food to local Holocaust survivors on Sept. 8. JFCS has partnered with the Sunshine Division to provide kosher certified food boxes to local Holocaust survivors on a quarterly basis. These boxes contain staples like rice, pasta, peanut butter and seasonal produce as…
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5 Things to Remember in the Case of an Armed Shooter
By Douglas Parisi We live in a time where we need to educate ourselves and our family on unfortunate events. It’s important to empower your loved ones to take action in active shooter situations, even amidst pangs of fear. This information is designed to highlight important conceptual aspects of readiness training. The conditions that would…
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Don’t Let Stroke Strike Twice
Not all strokes can be prevented, but making healthy lifestyle choices, like exercising, eating right, maintaining a healthy weight and treating conditions such as high blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure can help reduce your risk of another one. While there are about 7.2 million stroke survivors in the United States, people who have had…