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Jan
27
Sun
Portland Jewish Book Celebration – Author Talk @ Portland State University
Jan 27 @ 1:00 pm

Portland Jewish Book Celebration – Author Talk: The Book Smugglers by David Fishman

Portland State University, Browsing Lounge (Room 238) Smith Memorial Student Union, 1825 SW Broadway.

Join author, David Fishman, as he brings a gripping and compelling book to life with his recounting of how he came to learn about this story, illustrated by many photographs. Free and open to the community.

This event is sponsored by Congregation Beth Israel, Mittleman Jewish Community Center, Portland State University’s Judaic Studies Program, and Congregation Shaarie Torah.

Apr
16
Tue
Fundraising Dinner from Aviv @ Aviv
Apr 16 @ 5:30 pm

Fundraising Dinner with Aviv

Join the MJCC for a fundraising dinner at Aviv, Portland’s home to delicious vegan Israeli food. The first dinner seating begins at 5:30 pm and the second seating starts at 80 pm. We are pleased to offer each multi-course dinner with an optional wine-pairing featuring Israeli, kosher, and Oregon-local wines. Aviv is donating a portion of the proceeds of this multi-course dinner to the MJCC.

Tuesday, April 16, 2019
5:30 pm or 8:00 pm
Aviv 1125 SE Division St., Portland
$45 per person. Wine not included.
$85 per person. Wine included.

Sign up in the MJCC lobby or at https://www.oregonjcc.org/about-us/brunch/party-boards

May
30
Thu
Poker Party with Rob La Forte
May 30 @ 7:00 pm

Poker Party with Rob La Forte

Join Rob La Forte at his office for a night of Texas Hold’em, beer, wine, snacks, and fun.
Thursday, May 30, 2019
7:00 pm
Cost: $50/person

Sign up in the MJCC lobby or at https://www.oregonjcc.org/about-us/brunch/party-boards

Nov
1
Fri
November Monthly Mitzvah @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Nov 1 – Nov 30 all-day

Monthly Mitzvah Project

Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the blue 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 blue bin in the MJCC Lobby.

November
Thanksgiving Food Items for families in need
•    JFCS (Jewish Family & Child Service) Clients

Dec
3
Tue
Free Krav Maga Trial Classes @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Free Krav Maga Classes

Come and try for free, Krav Maga, a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Instructor: Elias Stahl, former Israel Defense Forces SFC from 2012-2015

Tuesdays, December 3 + 17
7:00 – 8:00 pm

Register: oregonjcc.org/freekrav

Here’s what to wear and expect when you arrive:

  • Open to ages 16 – 60, on the condition that you are able to withstand strenuous physical activity.
  • Please arrive promptly and be dressed in gym shorts/long pants, a t-shirt, and running shoes/sneakers.
    No necklaces, bracelets, or earrings. Watches should be removed before class.
  • Please bring a water bottle in order to stay hydrated!
Dec
17
Tue
Free Krav Maga Trial Classes @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Dec 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Free Krav Maga Classes

Come and try for free, Krav Maga, a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Instructor: Elias Stahl, former Israel Defense Forces SFC from 2012-2015

Tuesdays, December 3 + 17
7:00 – 8:00 pm

Register: oregonjcc.org/freekrav

Here’s what to wear and expect when you arrive:

  • Open to ages 16 – 60, on the condition that you are able to withstand strenuous physical activity.
  • Please arrive promptly and be dressed in gym shorts/long pants, a t-shirt, and running shoes/sneakers.
    No necklaces, bracelets, or earrings. Watches should be removed before class.
  • Please bring a water bottle in order to stay hydrated!
Jan
7
Tue
Krav Maga @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jan 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Krav Maga is a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Tuesdays
January 7 – March 10
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG208

Cost: $125. Member Cost: $100.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Jan
14
Tue
Krav Maga @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jan 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Krav Maga is a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Tuesdays
January 7 – March 10
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG208

Cost: $125. Member Cost: $100.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration

Jan
15
Wed
Author Series: Giraffes on Horseback Salad by Josh Frank @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jan 15 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for a conversation with author Josh Frank. Frank has worked with some of the most innovative musicians, filmmakers, producers, and artists in the industry including Black Francis, David Lynch, and Harold Ramis.
Wednesday, January 15
7:00 pm

Cost: $10. Member Cost: $8.

Sponsored by the Jewish Book Council, the Schwartz Charitable Foundation, and Portland Jewish Book Celebration

Register at oregonjcc.org/frank

Jan
21
Tue
Krav Maga @ Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Jan 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Krav Maga is a practical form of self-defense. It was pioneered by the Israel Defense Forces from a combination of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. This introductory course, taught by an IDF veteran of the special forces, will focus on providing you with the three pillars of Krav Maga: technique, conditioning, and situational awareness.
Tuesdays
January 7 – March 10
7:00 – 8:00 pm, CG208

Cost: $125. Member Cost: $100.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration