Please join us on Tuesday, May 19 for our third annual fundraising luncheon, Celebrating Our Caring Community. The event will take place at the Multnomah Athletic Club from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Lunch will be “free” this year. Well, not exactly. Our generous sponsors will cover the costs so that 100% of every donation you make at the luncheon (or before if you can’t be there) will go directly to our important JFCS programs. The luncheon is our only fundraising event. We ask that everyone attending make a gift.
Our speaker, writer/filmmaker/editor, Stephen Elliott is sure to inspire. He credits a Jewish social service agency in Chicago where he grew up with saving his life. We will tell you the heartwarming JFCS story in a video showcasing the significant work we do. We know this is a workday lunch and we value your time so our program will be short.
Learn to Write Poetry with Rabbi David
Rabbi David Zaslow will be teaching a poetry writing class in seven sessions beginning Tuesday, April 21. Rabbi Zaslow says, “The power of the metaphor is a portal to a higher reality.” Rabbi Zaslow is the recipient of the 1988 American Book Award for educational materials. He travelled the nation and taught teachers how to teach poetry in their elementary and high school classrooms. Today, as a rabbi he combines his understanding of the rhythm and imagery with a tilt toward the sacred. The course is geared toward those who already write poetry and with to take their writing to a deeper level, as well as the novice. In each class participants will write and have the option of sharing in an intimate space and safe space that Rabbi David creates. Seven Sessions on Tuesdays: April 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 7-8:30 PM. Cost for the class is $155 , with $15 discount before April 7. Call 541-488-7716 to pre-register or for more information or visit www.havurahshirhadash.org. The Havurah is located at 185 N. Mountain Ave. in Ashland.
The Havurah’s 7th Annual Women’s Clothing Sale will be on Wednesday, May 20 and Thursday, May 21st from 5:00 – 8:00 PM each day. The sale features gently used clothing on par with what you’d find in a resale shop – at great prices. Wine and snacks are available. The building is open only to women, so come and bring your friends. Try on clothes and spruce up your wardrobe!! Want to clear out your closets? We’ll gratefully accept donations of clothing in good condition through May 19. The Havurah is located at 185 N. Mountain Ave. in Ashland. Call 541-488-7716 for more info.
No class on April 8th, due to Passover.
Wednesday Night School at Shaarie Torah for Middle and High School students
Every Wednesday (except for major holidays) from 6:00 to 8:15
For more information email Dorice at education@shaarietorah.org
Enter your best cheesecake in this fun contest or vote for your favorite. Non-Kosher kitchen entries accepted. Entries due : 6:15 PM Judging and Tasting: 6:30-7:30 PM at the MJCC.
The Havurah’s 7th Annual Women’s Clothing Sale will be on Wednesday, May 20 and Thursday, May 21st from 5:00 – 8:00 PM each day. The sale features gently used clothing on par with what you’d find in a resale shop – at great prices. Wine and snacks are available. The building is open only to women, so come and bring your friends. Try on clothes and spruce up your wardrobe!! Want to clear out your closets? We’ll gratefully accept donations of clothing in good condition through May 19. The Havurah is located at 185 N. Mountain Ave. in Ashland. Call 541-488-7716 for more info.
Join a group of interested individuals to learn Talmud.
Join us for our Friday Kabbalat Shabbat services–with live music! The 4th Friday of each month.
An event infused with a special kind of spiritual power.
May 22
The North Coast Shabbat Group holds its monthly services March-October. Rabbi Rachel Joseph leads May services at 8 pm at the Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Ave. A in Seaside. Bev Eastern, 503-244-7060
May 23
CNS Shavuot Showdown. An evening of learning, fun and food at Congregation Neveh Shalom! Come for one part or all of the night’s festivities beginning with young family program at 5:15 and concluding with Tikkun Leyl Shavuot at 9:30 pm. 503-246-8831