Calendar

Apr
24
Fri
Israel Through the Eyes of the Community – a PDX Art Display @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Apr 24 – May 31 all-day

Israel from the Eyes of the Community – A PDX Community Art Display:
Members from the Greater Portland area submitted photos that were taken by them while in Israel. A committee selected the photos on display. During the week leading up to our annual Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration (May 3), you can vote for your favorite photo! Winners will be announced at Yom Ha’Atzmaut.

Submissions to lsteinberg@oregonjcc.org by April 17.

Exhibit on display April 24 – May 31

May
1
Fri
May Monthly Mitzvah @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
May 1 – May 31 all-day

Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the green 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 green bin in the MJCC Lobby.

May
Canned, Dried, and Fresh fruit for Shavuot benefiting hungry families
•    Neighborhood House Food Pantry

May
28
Thu
Memoir Writing Workshop @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
May 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Memoir Writing Workshop

Everyone has a story to tell. In this workshop, you will have an opportunity to write your story in a supportive, non-critical atmosphere. Dorothy Dworkin, an experienced author, columnist, and writing coach will offer prompts and suggestions to get you started on writing your stories. Class size is limited to 12.

Thursdays: April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

11:00 am – 12:30 pm, CG303

Cost: $50.

Register at oregonjcc.org/memoir

Bible Class with Rabbi Isaak @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
May 28 @ 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

Come study and discuss the Bible with Rabbi Isaak at Neveh Shalom.

Find Your Futures – High School @ Zoom
May 28 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Thursday, 3:30 PM
Zoom Call
Learn new study skills to maximize your efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds organizational skills.
https://zoom.us/j/99259710561?pwd=azFwNlpZdXBWYS9JbC9ocDRUbnVKdz09
Password: Nykkz

Find Your Future Workshops – Organize Yourself for Success: Grades 9-12 @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
May 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm

Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 9 – 12
Learn new study skills to maximize efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills.
Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
Per Session: Cost: $70. Member Cost: $60.

Session I: Thursdays
April 2 – May 7 (no class on April 9)

4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI305

Session II: Thursdays
May 14 – June 4

4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI306

Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

May
31
Sun
Sunday Morning at Kesser: Krispy Kreme, Coffee & Talmud @ Congregation Kesser Israel
May 31 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Start your week off right, every Sunday morning at Kesser Israel!
Minyan @ 8 am, Breakfast and Talmud @ 9 am.
 
From the Beginning, “Brachos Daf Beis”:
Our Gemara group will be starting the Talmud from the first Mishna in Shas. If you haven’t yet learned the Talmud, there’s no better time to start!
Enjoy Krispy Kreme donuts, coffee & more!
 
Required Text: Artscroll Berachos, Volume I
Jun
1
Mon
June Monthly Mitzvah @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jun 1 – Jun 30 all-day

Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the green 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 green bin in the MJCC Lobby.

June
New and Like New Children’s and Teen Clothing and New (packaged) Underwear for foster children and their families
•    Project Lemonade
•    With Love (Oregon)

Jun
2
Tue
Mah Jongg for Beginners @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jun 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Mah Jongg for Beginners
Learn to play this ancient game. It will give your mind a workout!
Tuesday Mornings
May 19 – June 23
10:30 am – 12:30 pm, CG304

Cost: $110. Members: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Hebrew for Lunch @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jun 2 @ 12:15 pm

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