This summer Mikdash Portland is renting a funky, old house in the Irvington neighborhood of Portland, transforming it from a 1900s’ single-family home into a communal hub for Jewish life and experience on Portland’s eastside.
An engaging and interactive Shabbat program for preschool kids.
Attendance is free and the location is Shaarie Torah.
This event is for ages 2 to 6 and parents are ALWAYS invited to stay.
10:45 to 12:15, excluding July
Book Club and Discussion
Author Rabbi David Cooper’s bestselling book, discusses Kabbalah, the mystical teachings. We are led to the heart of the subject, showing the mystical process we know as God. Obtain your copy and join us for discussion.
Tuesdays, June 23-July 14
7:00-8:30 pm at the MJCC
Free. RSVP: lfendel@oregonjcc.org
or 503.535.3617.
Share concerns and thoughts with others coping with loss. Carole Price, LCSW, has more than 35 years of experience leading support groups. Call Carole directly at 503.244.7201 to join
the group.
Thursdays, July 9-August 13
10:00-11:30 am at the MJCC
Cost: $8. Member Cost: $5 each session.
Pay at the Guest Services Desk.
Join our 65+ group for relaxed study and conversation.
Thurs., July 9, 10:00-11:00 am
Cafe at the J (in the MJCC Lobby)
Free. Sponsored by MJCC, Neveh Shalom
Bob Horenstein, Director of Community Relations and Allocations at JFGP, is a regular contributor to the Jerusalem Report Magazine. Hot Topic: Israel and the Palestinians: Is Peace Still Achievable?
Thurs., July 9
12:00 pm at the MJCC
Free, no registration needed. Purchase lunch at Cafe at the J and join us.
Join a group of interested individuals to learn Talmud.
Welcome Shabbat in the great outdoors. All are invited to eat, sing and enjoy the beauty of the Portland summer with us.
Laurelhurst Concert Pad – SE Oak and 35th Avenue
Band starts at 6 pm – prayers at 6:45pm
Service animals welcome – please leave other pets at home
Rabbi and J.D. Kleinke will be joined by V’Chaverim, playing a combination of klezmer and jazz. V’Chaverim features Ed Kraus on the clarinet, Steve Cohen on bass Andrew Ehrlich on violin.
Bring a blanket or a chair, and pack a picnic dinner to enjoy while the band plays!
Bring Fido and meet at the MJCC entrance on the grass, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. for juice and a bagel, dog treats, and give-aways. Walk along our
new sidewalks to Gabriel Park and back. Benefits Animal Aid in Hillsdale.
Suggested donation $10.
Sun., July 12
9:00 am
No registration needed.
Young Families Berry Picking – Sunday, July 12 – 10:30am Beggenstos Farm
Summer berry picking for families with children 5 and under. Pick pints of berries, have a snack, and listen to a special story with Rabbi Eve Posen of Congregation Neveh Shalom. A perfect summer outing! www.baggenstosfarms.com