Teacher and writer Rob “Butch” Freedman will read from his latest book Beach Bum: A Life in Pieces and lead a discussion about writing Jewish memoir. Freedman’s work has been published in Drash, Tikkun, Philadelphia Stories, Still Crazy, Under The Gum Tree, North Coast Squid, and Purple Clover. One of his short stories was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. He has facilitated writing workshops for Havurah Shalom, Write Around Portland and the Multnomah Arts Center.
This is part of the OJMCHE series of informal lunchtime conversations. Bring a lunch or buy a brown bag lunch in Lefty’s Cafe and join us in the museum’s auditorium for a lively give and take as we share and explore ideas, experience, and expertise.
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
Share the joys and challenges of breastfeeding, feeding and new parenting! Join the group if you are breastfeeding, formula feeding, pumping, bottle feeding or supporting a breastfeeding parent. Group moderated by Lara Greenberg, a board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). Expert guest speakers will join us for two of the groups to share knowledge on hot parenting topics, including infant gum/tooth care and postpartum mood disorders. Healthy snacks and activities for older siblings provided.
Thursdays
May 30, June 6, 13, 27 (NO CLASS: JUNE 20)
10:00 – 11:30 am, CG305
Cost: $20 Members + Guests.
Drop-in: $6 per class
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Cedar Sinai Park, would like to invite you to a festive Hiring Event on our scenic southwest Portland campus this Thursday.
We will be interviewing and making offers on the spot! Everyone who completes a CSP employment application and has an interview will receive a $25 Amazon gift card. There will be massages and a raffle for an amazing gift basket just for attending! Right now we are offing a $200 sign on bonus for new hires, details apply!
CSP will be hiring RNs, LPNs, CNAs, culinary services, housekeeping and other staff. Please see our website for all open positions. https://cedarsinaipark.org/careers-in-healthcare/
Our mission is to provide residential and community-based care to our elders and adults with special needs, allowing them to live with comfort, independence and dignity in a manner and in an environment based on Jewish values.
We have been part of the community for 99 years, come be part of the tradition and be here next year to celebrate our 100 year milestone with us!
Nosh + Drash with Rabbi Eve Posen
A monthly discussion covering a wide range of topics that draw on our experiences.
Topics: TBA
Thursdays, May 9 and June 13
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Free and open to the community.
In partnership with Congregation Neveh Shalom
Come study and discuss the Bible with Rabbi Isaak at Neveh Shalom.
Kick off Pride Weekend with a warm and welcoming Shabbat service and dinner! All LGBTQ individuals and allies are welcome (CNS members and non-members are welcome).
5:45pm: Drinks and Schmooze;
6:15pm: Shabbat Evening Service;
7:15pm: Shabbat Dinner.
The service will be SHIR! A Musical Shabbat where you can immerse yourself in the musical ruach of Kabbalat Shabbat and make it a truly uplifting experience. With Cantor Eyal Bitton, the Koleinu Choir and the Shir! Musical Ensemble.
Dinner: $12/adult, $6/child.
RSVP: http://tinyurl.com/cnspride2019.
More info: mberwin@nevehshalom.org.
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!
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.