Calendar

Feb
10
Sun
Salem: Intro to Judaism @ Temple Beth Sholom
Feb 10 @ 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.

“Never Say” – With poetry and song @ Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
Feb 10 @ 2:00 pm

Aurora Chorus’ 20-voice Outreach Ensemble presents a program reflective of Jewish spiritual heritage and historical perspective.

Join us for a musical performance of songs of protest and resistance by members of the Aurora Chorus. Since 1992, Aurora Chorus has honored the strength and beauty of women’s lives through the fine art of choral singing. Aurora was founded on the belief that music can be a powerful instrument of peace – locally, globally, and in the hearts of all who sing and all who listen.

Jewish Community Orchestra – Young Artists Showcase @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 10 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Jewish Community Orchestra – Young Artists Showcase

Four winners will be selected to perform one movement of a concerto with the JCO. To apply, go to jewishcommunityorchestra.org and click on Young Artists Competition.

Program:

Beethoven – Fidelio Overture

Lalo – Symphonie Espagnole, op. 21 mvmt. 1

Darah Watts, violin

Barber – Violin Concerto, op. 14 mvmt. I

Paul Lee, soloist

Dvorak – Cello concerto in b minor mvmt. III

Hailey Kang, soloist

Copland – Saturday Night Waltz

Copland – Hoe-down

Ravel – Concerto in G for piano, mvmt. II

Qijia Hu, soloist

Grieg – Piano Concerto in a minor, op. 16 mvmt. I

Anthony Ro, soloist

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

In partnership with the MJCC

Feb
11
Mon
Mussar with Rabbi Joshua Rose @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 11 @ 2:30 pm

Mussar with Rabbi Joshua Rose

Mussar is an approach to self-awareness and personal development that is grounded in deep reflection on Jewish texts and on spiritual practices that guide us toward greater control over our thinking and behaviors.

Mondays: January 14, February 11, March 11
2:30 – 3:25 pm

Free and open to the community.
In partnership with Congregation Shaarie Torah

Partners Portland @ MJCC Cafe
Feb 11 @ 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/

Feb
12
Tue
Mah Jongg for Beginners @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 12 @ 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
10:30 am – 12:30 pm, CG200

Cost: $100. Members: $85.

Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 12 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players

Take your game to the next level and become an expert!

Tuesday Afternoons
1:30 – 3:30 pm, CG201

Cost: $100. Members: $85.

Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Sephardic Film Fest @ Congregation Ahavath Achim
Feb 12 @ 7:00 pm
13th Annual Sephardic Winter Film Series

ADMISSION & SEPHARDIC DESSERT ARE FREE!

Feb. 12, 2019

A Woman Called Golda.  PART ONE OF TWO. Ingrid Bergman gives her Emmy Award winning performance of one of the most famous women in modern history.  From Milwaukie, Wisconsin, she harbored an incredible dream to help the people of Israel build a new homeland. Through hardship, war, and countless sacrifice Golda survived to become Israel’s first female Prime Minister. Her stunning story reminds us of how one person can make a notable difference.  An all-star cast of accomplished actors completes this film. English language, 110 minutes, Color, Producer: CBS, 1982.  Speaker: TBA

 March 5, 2019

A Woman Called Golda.  PART TWO OF TWO  (also see above).  This feature is part two of a continuation of the feature film of Feb 12, 2019.  99 Minutes.

Ingrid Bergman gives her Emmy Award winning performance of one of the most famous women in modern history.  From Milwaukie, Wisconsin, she harbored and incredible dream to help the people of Israel build a new homeland. Through hardship, war, and countless sacrifice Golda survived to become Israel’s first female Prime Minister. Her stunning story reminds us of how one person can make a notable difference.  An all-star cast of accomplished actors completes this film.  English language, 110 minutes, Color, Producer: CBS, 1982.  Speaker: David Tver

April 9, 2019

The Women’s Balcony. Discover Israel’s #1 film of the year, featuring a cast of Israel’s biggest stars!  An accident during a bar mitzvah celebration leads to a gender rift in a devout Orthodox community in Jerusalem, in this rousing, good-hearted tale about women speaking truth to patriarchal power.  Hebrew Language, 96 minutes, 2016, Produced in Israel, Speaker: Judy Margles

Films shown SECOND Tuesday of each month at 7 PM

ALL SCREENINGS AT:  3225 SW BARBUR BLVD., PORTLAND OR 97239

Sponsors: Jewish Federation, NCSY, Oregon Kosher, Albert J. & Esther Menashe, Richard & Judi Matza, Ron & Pam Sidis, Renee Ferrera, Eve Stern & Les Gutfreund, Michael Menashe

For further information, please contact Richard Matza, 503-318-3732 pdxmatza@aol.com
SWEETHEARTS BALL @ Zidell Hall at Rose Schnitzer Manor on the Cedar Sinai Park campus
Feb 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

CELEBRATING VALENTINE’S DAY  AT OUR ROMANCE-THEMED SWEETHEARTS BALL

Cedar Sinai Park cordially invites you to join us at Rose Schnitzer Manor for an evening of dancing in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Enjoy themed drinks and assorted goodies.  Wear formal attire or dress  casually —  it’s up to you. Dance to the music of Taska & The Party Band. Known from Salem to Seattle for they’re broad appeal, the band specializes in nostalgic forties ballroom swing, golden oldies from the fifties through the eighties and vintage country music. You’ll find your own beat and mingle with some of our wonderful residents.

Feb
13
Wed
Chai Baby + PJ Library Indoor Playground @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Chai Baby + PJ Library Indoor Playground

Join us on the second Wednesdays of every month from September to June for Chai Baby Indoor Playground, with kosher snacks, storytelling, friends and fun!

For parents/caregivers and their children up to five years old.

Please mark your calendar for our 2019 dates, held on the second Wednesdays each month:
January 9
February 13
March 13
April 10
May 8
June 12

Free and open to the community.

In partnership with PJ Library, Chai Baby, and Portland Jewish Academy.