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Jurying for Pacific Northwest Jewish artists in original art and fine crafts in all media. Both ORA members and guest artists juried in may participate in the 13th Annual Celebration of Art (Nov. 2 & 3, 2019). ORA members (a $50 fee) may also participate in sales and exhibits throughout the year.  For detailed jury information and application, go to https://ora908.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/2019-ora-jury-application-for-website.pdf or northwestjewishartists.org and click on “About ORA” to find the jury application.  The $25 jurying fee may be applied to ORA membership.

Join us at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center on June 2, 2019 at 3:00 pm.

Meyerbeer – Struensee Overture

Lalo – Symphonie Espagnole, op. 21 mvmt. 1

Darah Watts, violin

Barber – Violin Concerto, op. 14 mvmt. I

Paul Lee, soloist

Dvořák – Cello concerto in b minor mvmt. III

Hailey Kang, soloist

Borodin – Symphony No. 2 in b minor

Tickets available at the door
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students. Children under 6 free.

The mission of the Jewish Community Orchestra is to provide enjoyable music to the Jewish and surrounding communities of the Portland Metro area. Our goal as amateur musicians is to further the growth of local artists by presenting concerts that attract, educate and entertain our audience. http://jewishcommunityorchestra.org/wordpress/

Come celebrate Yom Yerushalayim and prepare for the upcoming holiday of Shavuot with Rabbi Mattias and Esther Amster. Enjoy a Jerusalem inspired cocktail and aperitif and explore the history, symbolism, and significance of the Six Day War, Jerusalem, Sinai and the Receiving of the Torah, and living an inspired and meaningful life today.

Join us for a special gala concert in celebration of Congregation Neveh Shalom’s 150th anniversary featuring musical performances by Cantor Eyal Bitton, Ilene Safyan, Michele Tredger, the Koleinu Choir, and the CNS Concert Band led by Chris Hardin, along with narration by Rabbi Eve Posen.

The concert b is preceded by a light reception at 6 pm.

“I am confident that people will have a fantastic musical experience, a wonderful time,” says Cantor Bitton. “There will be moments for toe tapping, moments for smiles, and also moments for reflection.”

“I love that when I put on a musical it’s not just my voice but different elements and styles the audience can connect to,” says the Cantor.

$12/Member | $18/Non-Member | $36/Patron*
*Patron Ticket includes reserved seats and acknowledgment in the program.

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Oregon Jewish Community Foundation and its Life & Legacy partner organizations will  celebrate legacy giving in our community. We look forward to thanking all legacy donors for their commitment to the future strength of our Jewish community.There is no cost to attend and there will be no fundraising.  However, reservations are requested: RSVP to Nate Smith or call 503-248-9328.

The annual meeting will also honor and celebrate OJCF’s 2019 Legacy Society Honorees Arlene Schnitzer, Jordan Schnitzer and the blessed memory of Harold Schnitzer.

“The impact that Arlene, Harold, z”l, and Jordan have had upon the foundation and our community is immeasurable,” says OJCF President and CEO Julie Diamond. “It is only fitting that we honor and thank them during our 30^th anniversary year.”

The family’s generous support of Oregon’s Jewish and general nonprofit organizations has changed the region’s philanthropic landscape.

“The foundation is grateful for our relationship with Arlene and Jordan, and we are proud to support their charitable giving through the Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Family Fund of OJCF,” says OJCF Board Chair Steve Laveson. “Their steadfast commitment to the Jewish community can’t be overstated, and their charitable legacy will benefit Jewish Oregonians for generations to come.”

Mah Jongg for Beginners

Learn to play this ancient game. It will give your mind a workout!
Tuesday mornings
May 28 – June 25
10:30 am – 12:30 pm, CG303
Cost: $100. Members: $85.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players

Take your game to the next level!
Tuesday afternoons
May 28 – June 25
1:30 – 3:30 pm, CG304
Cost: $100. Members: $85.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

99th Annual Meeting of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland.

on Wednesday, June 5 at 4:30 p.m. at Congregation Neveh Shalom. Congratulate Ed Tonkin, along with Mindy and Mark Zeitzer, for their three years of incredible service as chair of the board and campaign chairs respectively, and welcome Lauren Goldstein as our new board chair.

During the annual meeting Eve Levy will receive the 2019 Laurie Rogoway Outstanding Jewish Professional Award in recognition of her contributions and leadership in the greater Portland Jewish community.

Join us for a fun, introductory Israeli dance class. All levels welcome.
Six people needed.
Wednesdays
March 27 – June 26
No class 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/22 due to holidays
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG300
Cost: $100 Members + Guests

Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

New in town? Listen and watch as the Oregon Historical Society brings  Portland’s story from its early days as “the Clearing” which was not even home to the many Indian tribes in the area through the shaping events of the 20th Century.  OHS  brings its interactive presentation during  which we’ll learn how Portland developed into a major city and chief port on the Willamette. Our speaker will explore the roles of the The Oregonian, the Plank road, the impact of the California Gold Rush and the roots of the entrepreneurial spirit that characterizes our city to this day.