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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

By most indications, modern society is a model of moral progress. Yet when it comes to everyday values, we still grapple with the big ones…

   – What are our responsibilities toward the less fortunate?
– How do we fashion a more moral and equal society?
– How can we make a move toward more cohesive family living?

Join us to unpack six of the world’s most cherished values and how they were delivered to humankind by the Torah. By tracing their fascinating journey to the mainstream, we’ll discover a timeless core of purpose, integrity, and clarity in each value—a powerful gift of guidance as we navigate our own daily choices.

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

Join us for a fun, introductory Israeli folk dance class. All levels are welcome. Six people needed to run class.
Wednesdays
January 8 – March 11
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG202
Cost: $100 per person.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Organize Yourself for Success with Tina-Marie Baskin, J.D.
One-on-one coaching and materials will be provided.

Decrease your stress and increase your productivity with techniques you can easily incorporate into your busy life. Topics include: time and project management, goal setting, calendaring, and mindfulness to help you balance all of your demands.

Thursdays, February 6 – March 5
11:00 am – 12:15 pm, S1211
Cost per four-week session: $56.
Member Cost per four-week session: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Wondering Jews: How to Talk so Your Health Provider Will Listen (Really!)

Thursday, February 13, 2:00pm

Is this your typical appointment? You are sitting in that little examining room waiting for your doctor. The door flies open, your distracted doctor is late (again). He or she fires off quick questions that you can or cannot answer. Then comes a diagnosis, maybe some follow-up lab work and possibly a prescription or a referral. Maybe you are asked even MORE questions, and your care provider leaves.

Are you feeling like “something was missing” from your appointment?

Many of us walk away from the doctor’s office frustrated because our questions were not completely answered and other questions that you meant to ask are remembered post-appointment.

This workshop will:

• Offer failsafe ways to make the most of your physician appointment(s);
• Help you understand the circumstances under which most physicians and health care professionals work;
• Give tips so you can be prepared for most of the question’s physicians will ask you;
• Provide ways to maximize your health care appointments so that you and your provider enjoy more meaningful and productive sessions.

RSVP: programs@nevehshalom.org

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

Winter/Spring 2020 Session begins January 30. 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. 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/

• Winter/Spring 2020 Session is from Jan. 30 through June 18
• Fall 2020 Session is from Sept. 3 through Jan. 21