Leonard Bernstein at 100 celebrates the life and work of Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990), the great Jewish American composer and conductor who dedicated his life to making classical music a vibrant part of American culture.The exhibition features photographs, personal items, papers, scores, correspondence, costumes, furniture, and audio and video recordings. A vocal booth gives visitors the chance to sing lead in West Side Story. The exhibition is the most comprehensive retrospective of Bernstein’s life and career ever staged in a museum setting.
Curated by the GRAMMY Museum at L.A. Live ® in collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and the Bernstein Family. Presented in cooperation with the Bernstein Family, The Leonard Bernstein Office, Inc., Brandeis University, and the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.
Generous support for this exhibition is from the James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation and the Collins Foundation.
Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the blue bin in the MJCC lobby. Check the display for how you can participate and donate to these worthy causes.
This project reflects 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.
January
New Socks for teens and families living on the streets or in shelters
• Portland Homeless Family Solutions
• Janus Youth Programs
Learn about PJA’s unique curriculum that integrates Jewish learning and values with S.T.E.A.M (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) providing the foundation for success in high school, college and life.
Personal tours are available.
For Early Childhood, schedule with Erika Saiers, Director or our Early Childhood/Preschool Program at 503.535.3536.
For Lower and Middle School, schedule with Admission Director, Sarah Glass, at 503.535.3599.
Mah Jongg for Beginners
Learn to play this ancient game.
Tuesday Mornings
January 7 – February 11
10:30 am – 12:30 pm, CG200
Cost: $110. Member Cost: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Join Sylvia Frankel in the lobby for a discussion in Hebrew. Purchase lunch or just enjoy the conversation. Some conversational Hebrew required.
Tuesdays, 12:15 pm
Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players
Take your game to the next level.
Tuesday Afternoons
January 7 – February 11
1:30 – 3:30 pm, CG201
Cost: $110. Member Cost: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Learn the basics of improv theater! Students will learn short-form games that teach the skills of listening and responding, working together as a group to create a story on the spot, and building self-confidence. The class will create a demo that showcases their favorite improv games, and shows off their new comedy chops!
Tuesdays
January 14 – March 3
3:45 – 4:45 pm, CG205
Cost: $95 per student.
In partnership with NW Children’s Theater
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12
Help your student learn new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills.
Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
Per Session: Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Grades 5 – 8
Session I: Tuesdays
January 7 – 28
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI209A
For Grades 9 – 12
Session I: Thursdays
January 9 – 30
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI209B
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Krav Maga is a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Tuesdays
January 7 – March 10
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG208
Cost: $125. Member Cost: $100.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Join us for a conversation with author Josh Frank. Frank has worked with some of the most innovative musicians, filmmakers, producers, and artists in the industry including Black Francis, David Lynch, and Harold Ramis.
Wednesday, January 15
7:00 pm
Cost: $10. Member Cost: $8.
Sponsored by the Jewish Book Council, the Schwartz Charitable Foundation, and Portland Jewish Book Celebration
Register at oregonjcc.org/frank