Support the MJCC and PJA communities by donating books for our annual Used Book Sale.
Book Collection Drive: January 14 – March 15. Donate your used books to the MJCC. Drop off at the front desk. Need a pickup? Email pjabooksale@gmail.com to schedule pickup. No encyclopedias, please.
The Book Sale will be at the MJCC March 31 – April 2
Free and open to the community.
Monthly Mitzvah Project – February
Each month, the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. These projects reflect the Jewish commitment to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), providing opportunities to give back to our community.
Please drop off items in the blue bin in the MJCC Lobby.
February – Lunch + snack items for Portland Backpack
New Socrates Café, a lively discussion group (no politics please). 10:30 am-noon the second Thursday of the month at Congregation Kol Shalom. Topic for first session is ” The Effect of Mixed Marriage on Society/ families/Humanistic Judaism.”
Seniors and young families enjoy an inter-generational celebration of stories and songs each Thursday.
Join Kim Schneiderman for this weekly inter-generational story hour for young families with music, PJ Library books, and the residents of Cedar Sinai Park.
Nosh + Drash with Rabbi Eve Posen
A monthly discussion covering a wide range of topics that draw on our experiences.
Thursday, January 10
Topic: Parshat Bo – What does it Mean to Walk into Freedom?
Thursday, February 14
Topic: Different Learners, Different Temperaments: A Rabbinic Perspective on Recognizing our Strengths and Weaknesses
Thursday, March 14
Topic: TBA
Free and open to the community.
In partnership with Congregation Neveh Shalom
Come study and discuss the Bible with Rabbi Isaak at Neveh Shalom.
INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS
Winter/Spring 2019 Session begins January 17. This 18-week course is taught by members of The Oregon Board of Rabbis, representing a variety of Jewish affiliation. A carefully constructed curriculum includes Jewish history, life cycle events, holidays, ritual and daily practice, theology, study of Torah and contemporary Jewish America. While not a conversion class, most OBR members consider it a prerequisite for students beginning study for conversion. Classes 7-9 pm, Thursdays, at rotating Portland area synagogues, course fee $360 includes class materials. Register online or contact JoAnn Bezodis, Class Facilitator, at 971-248-5465, or by email at info@oregonboardofrabbis.org. Website: http://oregonboardofrabbis.org/introduction-to-judaism-class/
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Doors open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 7. Come early to eat, come to drink, come to soak in the view from the lakeside deck … and come to laugh ’til you cry!
Lake Theater’s beer and wine lists represent the best in the industry, and are curated with care; and their cocktails feature seasonal ingredients mixed with never-bottom-shelf spirits. And the pizzas! New York style! Food and drink can be enjoyed in the theater.
The theater features cabaret-style seating on the main floor and traditional velvet seating in the balcony. We can bring the show to almost 100 people at a time!
Designed by celebrated local architect Richard Sundeleaf, the Lake Theater first opened its doors in 1940, charging 25¢ for admission.
A Shabbaton/Weekend with acclaimed musician, author, and teacher, Joey Weisenberg. He will enliven our spirits and lead us in intimate prayer and joyous song. Sunday, he will lead a very special singing workshop. Join Shaarie Torah for this once in a lifetime experience!
Schedule of events:
Friday Services (led by Joey Weisenberg, Rabbi Rose and Cantor Vitells) are open to the public – followed by dinner (tickets required for dinner)
Friday Services begin at @6:30pm followed by dinner *
Saturday Services @ 9:15 am – followed by Kiddush lunch (open to the public, no tickets needed)
Saturday Afternoon Singing Circle @ 4:30 pm with snacks* (Program starting at 5pm)
Sunday Workshop @ 10:00 am * (9:30 am bagels)
*Please see ticket prices below for these starred events.
Ticket Prices:
For members: Fees apply only for Shabbat dinner
For non-members: whole weekend: $36 per person includes dinner, services, afternoon with artist and singing workshop
Friday Night Shabbat Dinner:
Members: $12/adult; $8/child
Non-members: $15/adult; $10/child
Saturday Afternoon Singing Circle – light food & drink:
Free for members
$10 non members
Sunday Singing Workshop (10am-12pm)
Free for members
$18 non members
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Contact the office if you would like to attend and cost is a barrier.
Thank you to our contributing community partners: Mittleman Jewish Community Center & Havurah Shalom.
Torah Troop for 3rd-5th Graders
1st and 3rd Shabbat every month at 10:00am
Meet in the MAIN service (Stampfer Chapel or Main Sanctuary) for the beginning of the Torah service, and then come out with your friends for a fun and active lesson on the Torah portion (parsha) of the week. Return to the service to help lead Adon Olam, and join the community for lunch!