Calendar

Feb
18
Thu
Introduction to Judaism @ Online via Zoom
Feb 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Spring 2021 Session begins January 21. 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, normally at rotating Portland area synagogues, but due to COVID-19, this term will be held online via Zoom. Register online,

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9hSttl64OGm86Kfof_p1A3xupshNG1ChgAr6MQh82RBDnrQ/viewform

Feb
20
Sat
Torah Troop for 3rd-5th Graders @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Feb 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Torah Troop for 3rd-5th Graders

1st and 3rd Shabbat every month at 10:00am

Meet in the MAIN service (Stampfer Chapel or Main Sanctuary) for the beginning of the Torah service, and then come out with your friends for a fun and active lesson on the Torah portion (parsha) of the week. Return to the service to help lead Adon Olam, and join the community for lunch!

Kiddush Club for K-2nd Graders @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Feb 20 @ 10:15 am – 12:00 pm

Continue the fun and warmth of Congregation Neveh Shalom’s Tot Shabbat with Kiddush Club. We sing, dance, hear a Torah story and more! 1st Shabbat of the month with Rabbi Eve Posen, 3rd Shabbat of the month with Gershon Liberman. Both followed by Kiddush lunch.

Feb
21
Sun
Sunday Morning at Kesser: Krispy Kreme, Coffee & Talmud @ Congregation Kesser Israel
Feb 21 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Start your week off right, every Sunday morning at Kesser Israel!
Minyan @ 8 am, Breakfast and Talmud @ 9 am.
 
From the Beginning, “Brachos Daf Beis”:
Our Gemara group will be starting the Talmud from the first Mishna in Shas. If you haven’t yet learned the Talmud, there’s no better time to start!
Enjoy Krispy Kreme donuts, coffee & more!
 
Required Text: Artscroll Berachos, Volume I
Making Hamantaschen via Zoom @ P'nai Or of Portland
Feb 21 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Who doesn’t love eating Hamantaschen?! Get in the Purim spirit and join Lois Eaton on Zoom on Sunday, February 21, at 3 pm  for an hour of cooking instruction and socializing. Lois will share her best Hamantaschen recipes and demonstrate her Hamantaschen making techniques. Q&A and social time to follow. Those who register will receive by email the recipes for dough and fillings, including vegan and GF alternate recipes.
Requested donation: $10 for members, $18 for nonmembers (no one turned away for lack of funds). Join us for a fun afternoon! All ages invited.
Feb
23
Tue
Hebrew for Lunch @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Feb 23 @ 12:15 pm

Join Sylvia Frankel in the lobby for a discussion in Hebrew. Purchase lunch or just enjoy the conversation. Some conversational Hebrew required.
Tuesdays, 12:15 pm

Feb
25
Thu
Bible Class with Rabbi Isaak @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Feb 25 @ 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

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

BB Camp Town Hall Meeting @ Zoom
Feb 25 @ 4:00 pm

As the pandemic continues to evolve and information changes, we understand that families have questions about what to expect this summer at BB Camp. The health and safety of our camp community is always our highest priority.  We will be holding BB Camp Town Hall meetings on the last Thursday of each month thru May. At these meetings, we will provide 2021 summer Camp updates, policies and protocols that might be affected by COVID-19, and plenty of time for participants’ questions. Whether you are signed up for BB Camp, a returning family, or curious about joining the BB Camp community, we welcome you to attend and learn about BB Camp for Summer 2021! Register for BB Camp Town Hall Meetings Here!

BB Camp Town Hall Meetings will be held on the following dates:

Jan 28, 2021 04:00 PM
Feb 25, 2021 04:00 PM
Mar 25, 2021 04:00 PM
Apr 29, 2021 04:00 PM
May 27, 2021 04:00 PM

Purim Cabaret with P’nai Or via Zoom @ P'nai Or of Portland
Feb 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

REGISTRATION:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsc-ysqDIpGd1KlC6xuOfw0P8aNeoCVI9K
PHONE: Call 669-900-6833, enter meeting ID 831 4546 9339, passcode 197138

More about the FUN:
– A Purim spiel set in the Harry Potter world!
– Silliness, music, and games! Oh my!

– The Cabaret is a variety show featuring the many talents of P’nai Or members!

Introduction to Judaism @ Online via Zoom
Feb 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Spring 2021 Session begins January 21. 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, normally at rotating Portland area synagogues, but due to COVID-19, this term will be held online via Zoom. Register online,

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9hSttl64OGm86Kfof_p1A3xupshNG1ChgAr6MQh82RBDnrQ/viewform