We will gather each week to find some moments of quiet. We’ll start with a brief teaching and/or song, and then sit together in silence. We’ll end with brief optional hevruta (Jewish study) sharing. This is for folks with experience in meditation, those with curiosity but no experience, and those who wonder what happens when Jews aren’t talking the whole time. The group will be led by Deborah Eisenbach-Budner and community members. Please call 503-248-4662 ext 5 with any questions. Come when you can.
December 8, 2015 (DOUBLE FEATURE NIGHT)
The Jewish People, a Story of Survival.
This is the story of Jewish survival. From slavery to the loss of their homeland; from exile to anti-semitism; from pogroms to near annihilation in the Holocaust, how did they endure while so many other communities have vanished? Hosted by Martha Teichner (CBS News / Sunday Morning), explores some of the answers. Acclaimed by the New York Times.
English language, 60 minutes, 2008 PBS Production by Andrew Goldberg.
The Jewish Journey: America. This documentary is an incredible archive of photos, film footage, and personal life stories of first through fourth generation Americans who relate stories about the tight-knit Jewish communities and heartbreaking choices to leave family behind and start a new life in America. Stories from the old country include material from South America, Europe, Russia, North Africa, and the Middle East.
English language, 60 minutes, 2008 PBS Production by Andrew Goldberg. Speaker: Michael Weingrad
Films shown second Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Admission & Sephardic dessert are FREE.
Sponsors: Jewish Federation of Greater Portland, National Council of Synagogue Youth (NCSY), Albert J. & Esther Menashe, Richard & Judi Matza, Charles & Jo Levy, Ron & Pam Sidis, Renee Ferrera
For information call David 503-892-6634 or www.jewishfilmportland.org
Sundae Cycle: Hannukah
December 8 & 9, 2015
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day holiday commemorating the rededication of a fallen Temple. In collaboration with Mikdash, Morgan St Theater continues its pop-up series – Sundae Cycles – following the Jewish calendar. The second of 6 events, Morgan St Theater will utilize the stories and flavors of Hanukkah in a unique dessert experience.
We will light candles, spin some dreidles and enjoy delicious latkes with ice cream! The flavors remind us of both the cold, wintry months and the warmth of celebrating a holiday with others. Equal parts thoughtful, delicious and engaging, Morgan St Theater is excited to host another dessert pop-up paired with storytelling and interesting Portlanders!
For those that attend this pop-up, it is encouraged that you bring a menorah from home. Last year the group of 20 lit candles together and the many menorahs glowed by the windows. It was a beautiful experience all around.
*Tuesday night will be hosted in SE and Wednesday in NE Portland.
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George Fendel, radio host and jazz pianist, will tell personal jazz stories, share cds, and play piano.
Sundae Cycle: Hannukah
December 8 & 9, 2015
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day holiday commemorating the rededication of a fallen Temple. In collaboration with Mikdash, Morgan St Theater continues its pop-up series – Sundae Cycles – following the Jewish calendar. The second of 6 events, Morgan St Theater will utilize the stories and flavors of Hanukkah in a unique dessert experience.
We will light candles, spin some dreidles and enjoy delicious latkes with ice cream! The flavors remind us of both the cold, wintry months and the warmth of celebrating a holiday with others. Equal parts thoughtful, delicious and engaging, Morgan St Theater is excited to host another dessert pop-up paired with storytelling and interesting Portlanders!
For those that attend this pop-up, it is encouraged that you bring a menorah from home. Last year the group of 20 lit candles together and the many menorahs glowed by the windows. It was a beautiful experience all around.
*Tuesday night will be hosted in SE and Wednesday in NE Portland.
morgansttheater.com
Schechter Weekend in Portland!
Friday Dec. 11, 4:30PM –
Saturday Dec. 12, 6:15PM
Congregation Neveh Shalom
2900 SW Peaceful Ln. Portland, OR 97239
1st-8th Graders:
Join the fun of a weekend at camp, with old and new friends
and awesome camp staff—without leaving Portland!
Shabbat songs, Chanukah lights, Maccabia team sport &
spirit day, night-time sleepover, great food, lots of fun and games.
Only $50 includes dinner, breakfast, lunch, snacks, t-shirt and prizes.
RSVP Online at tinyurl.com/SchechterShabbat or call 503.246.8831.
Scholarships available. Questions? Contact Rabbi Eve Posen eposen@nevehshalom.org
Teens in 9th-12th grade Come be an Oded for the day! Bring your Ru’ach and have a great time with the next generation of CSS campers! RSVP to Rabbi Posen.
Shaarie Torah Presents:
Maccabee’s Celebration: A Chanukah Adventure
Friday, December 11, 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
920 NW 25th Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Cost: $8 per person; $30 per family. RSVP by December 7.
Join the Shaarie Torah community for a fun filled Chanukah adventure celebration. We will gather at 5:30 p.m. with games for all ages, including creating edible Chanukah hor’dourves, Chanukah bean bag toss, bobbing for donuts, Maccabee races and so much more! Cocktails will be served for adults. At 6:30 p.m. the teens will lead a Shabbat service while preschoolers will delight in a puppet show. After services, we will enjoy a delicious latke dinner, trivia for all, an Italian soda station and make-your-own dessert.
For more information, and to RSVP, please call the office at: 503.226.6131
Website: www.shaarietorah.org/chanukah2015
A Humanistic Spin on the Festival of Lights, with Dreidel Spinning, Singing, Group menorah lighting with all the flames ABLAZE, Jelly doughnuts, and Latkes, Latkes, Latkes!!!!! (Our dreidels are always playful, we love to dance and spin, a happy celebration, come join us, if you can.
Havdalah In Pajamas With Rabbi Eve Posen
Saturday, December 12, 5:30pm, Birnbach Hall, Congregation Neveh Shalom
Join Young families at Congregation Neveh Shalom for a fun night in pajamas! Enjoy a kid friendly dinner, Havdalah, crafts and a milk and cookie story time. What wacky pajamas will Rabbi Eve wear? Find your favorite footies (adults too!) and get ready for the perfect family night with wee ones.
Open to all and geared toward families with kids: babies through age 6.
$12 adults, $7 kids, $42 max per family
Tickets here: tinyurl.com/pjhavdec
Co sponsored by Portland PJ Library
Kugel or Keegal? Enter your best recipe in this fun contest and vote for your favorite! Non-kosher entries are accepted.
Entries due: Monday, Dec. 14 at 6:15 pm
Judging/tasting: 6:30 – 7:30 pm