ESTHER! A Megillah Reading and Purim Schpiel @ Congregation Beth Israel

Mar 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

ESTHER! A Megillah Reading and Purim Schpiel

March 20, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Main Sanctuary
1972 NW Flanders St
Portland, Oregon 97209

Don’t cry for me, Sushan, Persia! Enjoy a the comedic and musical talents of Congregation Beth Israel’s clergy, staff, and lay leadership. Free and open to the public.

Mar

21

Thu

Yad b’Yad @ Rose Schnitzer Manor, CSP

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Mar 21 @ 11:00 am – 11:45 am

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.

Bible Class with Rabbi Isaak @ Congregation Neveh Shalom

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Mar 21 @ 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

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

PIFF: Redemption @ Cinema 21

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Mar 21 @ 6:00 pm

Directed by Yossi Madmoni, Boaz Yehonatan Yacov

Israel • 2018 • 104 mins. • In Hebrew with English subtitles

Madmoni and Yacov’s deeply emotional spiritual journey highlights the necessity of family and friends, even if that means painfully coming to grips with one’s past transgressions. Single father Menachem (Moshe Folkenflick), whose daughter Geula (Emily Granin) is diagnosed with cancer, must find a way to pay for costly treatments despite eking out a simple existence without much cash flow. Enter Menachem’s former, marginally popular band, for which he was lead singer. In an effort to raise funds, the band gets back together and rekindles their old fire. But, as the recently-religious Menachem finds out, redemption is not so easily earned in this uplifting yet realistic tale of the bonds that connect us all. Winner, Best Actor, 2018 Karlovy Vary Film Festival; winner, Audience Award, 2018 Jerusalem Film Festival.

Filmography: The Barbecue People (2003), Melanoma My Love (2006), Restoration (2011), A Place in Heaven (2013)

Sponsored by the Institute for Judaic Studies

Intro to Judaism: Winter/Spring Term @ Various synagogues

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Mar 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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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Mar

22

Fri

The No Play @ Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center

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Mar 22 – Mar 24 all-day

David Meyers (Yaveni) and Andrea White (Mattie)

PassinArt presents John Henry Redmond’s The No Play tells the story of cultural connections between a Black family and a Jewish scholar in the 1940s.

A post-show talkback featuring cast members, community thought leaders and advocates is scheduled Sunday, April 7 moderated by Senior Rabbi Michael Cahana, Congregation Beth Israel. Talkbacks are organized for the audience to share opinions and experiences.

Performances: 7:30 pm, Fridays and Saturdays; 3 pm Sundays

Fourth Fridays with Congregation Neveh Shalom’s Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Contact Rabbi Eve for location

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Mar 22 @ 5:15 pm

Welcome Shabbat with Congregation Neveh Shalom’s Rabbi Eve Posen with music and stories. Potluck dinner to follow. Contact Rabbi Eve Posen for location: eposen@nevehshalom.org

Co-sponsored by PJ Library.

Mar

24

Sun

Salem: Intro to Judaism @ Temple Beth Sholom

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Mar 24 @ 11:00 am

Rabbi Gary Ellison, who was the rabbi at TBS for 11 years, has offered to teach a 10-part class that he offered at Willamette University for all those who feel they would benefit from an introduction to Judaism course.

If you are interested in this course, please contact Rabbi Eli at rabbi@tbsholom.org.

This class will require a serious commitment from students: $200 for TBS members ($300 for non-members) and attendance at all 10 classes. There will be one textbook (Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, Jewish Literacy, $35 new/$8.50 or more used) required for the course.

Needs-based scholarships will be available upon request.

Class will begin on Sunday, January 27 at 11:00 am.

“Go Beyond Pinot” Wine Tasting at Cellar 503 benefiting the MJCC @ Cellar 503 Tasting Room

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Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Go Beyond Pinot Oregon Wine Tasting

Taste at least six different wines, enjoy snacks, and receive detailed descriptions of each wine to take home. Provided by Carrie Wynkoop of Cellar 503
Sunday, March 24, 2019 | 5 – 7 pm
Cellar 503 Tasting Room, 4407 SW Corbett Avenue, Portland
Cost: $40/person

Mar

25

Mon

Partners Portland @ MJCC Cafe

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Mar 25 @ 7:45 pm – 8:40 pm

Every Monday night, come together and study our heritage and Torah. No matter what background or affiliation, join together and let’s unite!

Come and join, bring a study partner or you can request one at https://portlandkollel.org/partners/