Calendar

Apr
11
Thu
Yad b’Yad @ Rose Schnitzer Manor, CSP
Apr 11 @ 11:00 am – 11:45 am

Seniors and young families enjoy an inter-generational celebration of stories and songs each Thursday.

Join Kim Schneiderman for this weekly inter-generational story hour for young families with music, PJ Library books, and the residents of Cedar Sinai Park.

Bible Class with Rabbi Isaak @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Apr 11 @ 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

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

Intro to Judaism: Winter/Spring Term @ Various synagogues
Apr 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Intro to Judaism: Winter/Spring Term @ Various synagogues | Portland | Oregon | United States

INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS

Winter/Spring 2019 Session begins January 17. 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, course fee $360 includes class materials. 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/

 

 

 

Education Administrator

 

Spilt Milk at Lake Theater @ Lake Theater & Cafe
Apr 11 @ 7:00 pm
Spilt Milk at Lake Theater @ Lake Theater & Cafe
Now that O’Connor’s in Multnomah Village has closed, Betsy Kauffman and Joanie Quinn are moving their Spilt Milk comedy show (minimum age 18) to the Lake Theater & Café in Lake Oswego.
Betsy was featured in Oregon Jewish Life in November 2015.
“This is an exciting opportunity for us,” says Betsy. ” O’Connor’s was a sweet venue, but this past year, we were busting out at the seams there. We had a fun last O’Connor’s show in May  where we gave out some ‘Not our last show!’ commemorative coffee mugs.  We had capacity for about 50 people.  Now, we’ll have room for 90.  We will be at the Lake Theater the second Thursday of the month, starting on Sept. 13.”

Doors open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 7. Come early to eat, come to drink, come to soak in the view from the lakeside deck … and come to laugh ’til you cry!
Lake Theater’s beer and wine lists represent the best in the industry, and are curated with care; and their cocktails feature seasonal ingredients mixed with never-bottom-shelf spirits.  And the pizzas!  New York style! Food and drink can be enjoyed in the theater.
The theater features cabaret-style seating on the main floor and traditional velvet seating in the balcony. We can bring the show to almost 100 people at a time!
Designed by celebrated local architect Richard Sundeleaf, the Lake Theater first opened its doors in 1940, charging 25¢ for admission.

Apr
12
Fri
Call for Photo Submissions – Israel from the Eyes of the Community @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Apr 12 all-day

Yom Ha’Atzmaut: Call for Photo Submissions!

Israel from the Eyes of the Community: A PDX Community Art Display at our Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration

Send us your best photo that you took in Israel. Approved submissions (no lewd photos, or photos that include illegal paraphernalia) will be on display in the MJCC Art Gallery from April 29 – May 31, 2019.

Community members will vote on their favorite photo from April 29 – May 8. Winners will be announced at 8:00 pm at the Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration on May 8.

Email a high resolution digital copy of the photo, and include a note about where and when it was taken. Files no larger than 10MB per submission. Deadline is April 12, 2019. One submission per person. Email submissions to lsteinberg@oregonjcc.org.

Sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater Portland and PJ Library

The No Play @ Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center
Apr 12 – Apr 14 all-day

David Meyers (Yaveni) and Andrea White (Mattie)

PassinArt presents John Henry Redmond’s The No Play tells the story of cultural connections between a Black family and a Jewish scholar in the 1940s.

A post-show talkback featuring cast members, community thought leaders and advocates is scheduled Sunday, April 7 moderated by Senior Rabbi Michael Cahana, Congregation Beth Israel. Talkbacks are organized for the audience to share opinions and experiences.

Performances: 7:30 pm, Fridays and Saturdays; 3 pm Sundays

 

Apr
13
Sat
The No Play @ Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center
Apr 13 – Apr 15 all-day

David Meyers (Yaveni) and Andrea White (Mattie)

PassinArt presents John Henry Redmond’s The No Play tells the story of cultural connections between a Black family and a Jewish scholar in the 1940s.

A post-show talkback featuring cast members, community thought leaders and advocates is scheduled Sunday, April 7 moderated by Senior Rabbi Michael Cahana, Congregation Beth Israel. Talkbacks are organized for the audience to share opinions and experiences.

Performances: 7:30 pm, Fridays and Saturdays; 3 pm Sundays

 

Rabbi Brodkin’s Shabbat HaGadol Drasha: The Cost of Pesach @ Congregation Kesser Israel
Apr 13 @ 10:45 am – 11:30 am

The Cost of Pesach

My quest for financial peace as an observant Jew

with Rabbi Ken Brodkin

How does Halacha guide us in balancing our budgets with honoring the holiday of Pesach?…How much should we spend on Mitzvot?…Help, how do I not go into debt?…At what point is it appropriate for a Jew to accept Tzedaka funds to make Pesach?…What is an appropriate Halachic and Hashkafic perspective on the cost of Pesach and other Mitzvot?…

Shabbat HaGadol

April 13, 2019

Approximately 10:45 am

PLUS ~ Join us after Shul for a deluxe Kiddush

BLUE – The BB Camp Bash @ Hilton Portland Downtown
Apr 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Have we got a colorful & magical evening for you!
Join us for the BB Camp Bash
BLUE
$85 per person
(Tickets for individuals age 32 and under: $36 contact Marisa for promo code at mreby@bbcamp.org)
Tickets at bbcamp.org/bash
For questions & sponsorship opportunities, please contact mreby@bbcamp.org

FEATURING “The Magic of SHIMSHI” http://www.shimshimagic.com/
Prepare to be amazed by SHIMSHI, the acclaimed magician & resident illusionist at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas
Originally from Israel, SHIMSHI was the last magician standing on Americas Got Talent!

DETAILS & DRESS
We kindly ask that you wear blue. Any shade, any hue, it’s up to you, as long as its BLUE.

Travelling to attend? Or looking for a mini staycation?
The Hilton HAS RESERVED A BLOCK OF ROOMS FOR THE Bash attendees at a discount rate of $199/night. Call (503)226-1611 to book your room.
The evening will include a Mitzvah Moment. We hope you will join us in supporting BB Camp’s mission to build friendships for life.

Apr
14
Sun
The No Play @ Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center
Apr 14 – Apr 16 all-day

David Meyers (Yaveni) and Andrea White (Mattie)

PassinArt presents John Henry Redmond’s The No Play tells the story of cultural connections between a Black family and a Jewish scholar in the 1940s.

A post-show talkback featuring cast members, community thought leaders and advocates is scheduled Sunday, April 7 moderated by Senior Rabbi Michael Cahana, Congregation Beth Israel. Talkbacks are organized for the audience to share opinions and experiences.

Performances: 7:30 pm, Fridays and Saturdays; 3 pm Sundays