Calendar

Apr
29
Wed
Israeli Dancing @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Apr 29 @ 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm

Join us for a fun, introductory Israeli folk dance class. All levels are welcome. Six people needed to run class.

Wednesdays
April 22 – June 24
7:15 – 8:15 pm, CG300

Cost: $100 Members + Guests.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Virtual Socialize and Engage with Your Kehillah
Apr 29 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join Rabbi Eve and other congregants for a bit of socializing, ask the rabbi, engage with one another and more. Bring your own evening beverage. PJs Welcome! Join Zoom Meeting. https://zoom.us/j/800190768 (not on April 8 as it is Passover)

Apr
30
Thu
Virtual Good Morning Moment – Modeh Ani
Apr 30 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am

Good Morning Moment, Every morning Monday through Friday on the Foundation School Facebook Page Join Rabbi Eve Posen and Morah Leah Conley for a good morning moment. Monday will be Havdallah at 10am, Tuesday thru Thursday will be Modeh Ani and more at 8:30am, and Friday will be Shabbat at 10am. (Congregation Neveh Shalom)

Memoir Writing Workshop @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Apr 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Memoir Writing Workshop

Everyone has a story to tell. In this workshop, you will have an opportunity to write your story in a supportive, non-critical atmosphere. Dorothy Dworkin, an experienced author, columnist, and writing coach will offer prompts and suggestions to get you started on writing your stories. Class size is limited to 12.

Thursdays: April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

11:00 am – 12:30 pm, CG303

Cost: $50.

Register at oregonjcc.org/memoir

Virtual – Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Eve
Apr 30 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Grab your lunch and do a bit of interactive learning with Rabbi Eve. Topics will include: “Public Health, Plagues and COVID-19”, Passover learning and more. Have a topic to suggest? Email Rabbi Eve at eposen@nevehshalom.org. Join Zoom Meeting. https://zoom.us/j/964066846 (not on April 9 as it is Passover).

Bible Class with Rabbi Isaak @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Apr 30 @ 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

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

Find Your Futures – High School @ Zoom
Apr 30 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Thursday, 3:30 PM
Zoom Call
Learn new study skills to maximize your efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds organizational skills.
https://zoom.us/j/99259710561?pwd=azFwNlpZdXBWYS9JbC9ocDRUbnVKdz09
Password: Nykkz

Find Your Future Workshops – Organize Yourself for Success: Grades 9-12 @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Apr 30 @ 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm

Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 9 – 12
Learn new study skills to maximize efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills.
Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
Per Session: Cost: $70. Member Cost: $60.

Session I: Thursdays
April 2 – May 7 (no class on April 9)

4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI305

Session II: Thursdays
May 14 – June 4

4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI306

Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Introduction to Judaism class @ Portland area synagogues
Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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
May
1
Fri
May Monthly Mitzvah @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
May 1 – May 31 all-day

Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the green bin in the MJCC lobby. Check the display for how you can participate and donate to these worthy causes.

This project reflects the Jewish commitment to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), providing opportunities to give back to our community.

Please drop off items in the green bin in the MJCC Lobby.

May
Canned, Dried, and Fresh fruit for Shavuot benefiting hungry families
•    Neighborhood House Food Pantry