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.
February
Food Items for nutritional meal programs for school children
• Portland Backpack
• Hopscotch Foundation
Join us for the ninth Jewish Arts Month (JAM)–the annual exhibit of paintings, fiber, beadwork, metals, glass, ceramics, and more co-sponsored by ORA: Northwest Jewish Artists and the Mittleman Jewish Community Center. This year’s show takes place in the MJCC lobby from Sunday, February 2nd through Friday, February 28th. Different sets of 4-6 artists will display their work each week. Everything displayed will be for sale.
JAM Art Show + Sale
Enjoy a rotating exhibit in the MJCC lobby all month. Members of ORA: Northwest Jewish Artists will answer questions, accept commissions, and sell their art. A portion of the proceeds benefits the MJCC.
Cleo Davis on PDX’s African-American Experience – Sun, Feb 16, 9:40am
Join Neveh Shalom for this special and important talk by artist Cleo Davis, offering perspectives on Portland’s African-American experience.
$5. Free for Neveh Shalom Men’s Club members.
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 II: Mondays
February 3 – March 2
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI210A
For Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Wednesdays
February 5 – March 4
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI210B
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Soup to the Streets, Monday, Jan 6, Feb 17, 6:00pm
Congregants come together at Rabbi Kosak’s home to prepare a hot meal and go to the streets to directly feed those that need it the most.
To RSVP, for address, and to donate food supplies, Contact: lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
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
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
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