PDX Business Breakfast Series: Blockchain and Bitcoin… the Future?
Join us for a discussion of blockchain, its business applications, and whether it is the next “big thing.”
PSU – Native American Student & Community Center
7:15 – 8:00 am: Networking + Breakfast
8:00 – 9:15 am: Program
FEATURING:
Dr. Joe Kiniry of Galois and Free & Fair
Rob La Forte of Columbia Fresh Transportation Services
Jeff Mazer of moovel North America
Moderator: Joey Fishman of Ritholtz Wealth Management
For more details and to register: oregonjcc.org/pdxbiz
Roots/Shorashim/Judar is a unique collaboration of local Palestinians and Israelis building a model for co-existence by fostering a grassroots movement of understanding, nonviolence, and transformation. Please join us as Hanan Schlesinger, an Orthodox rabbi and passionate Zionist settler, and Palestinian Shadi Abu Awwad, the architect and coordinator of the Roots youth movement, visit us to share their personal stories and how they are working together to build a better future for their peoples through ROOTS. More at: www.friendsofroots.net. This event is part of Neveh Shalom’s Israel360 series. For a full listing of sponsors, go to https://nevehshalom.org/Israel360/.
Please note: Programs are subject to change; please contact the office for more information: 503.246.8831 or visit the website at: www.nevehshalom.org.
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.
December
Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays Gift Card Program and New Toys for ill and injured children
• JFCS (Jewish Family & Child Service) Clients
• Ronald McDonald House
• Candlelighters for Children with Cancer
• Children’s Cancer Association
Sisterhood Latke & Vodka Party
Thursday, December 12, 7:00-9:00pm
Join Sisterhood for a pre-Chanukah celebration. We’ll have latkes to eat, vodka to sample, and we will learn about Chanukah celebrations in other cultures. All are welcome.
Contact Sheryl Robert at (503) 349-1090.
$18/person; $30/couple.
RSVP by December 3, 2019
Please note: Programs are subject to change; please contact the office for more information: 503.246.8831 or visit the website at: www.nevehshalom.org.
Young Family PJ Havdallah
Saturday, December 14, 5:15-7:30pm
Young families say goodbye to Shabbat in our PJs with dinner, stories, art and fun at Congregation Neveh Shalom
$30/family or included with the Shul Pass with RSVP required.
RSVP: nevehshalom.org/pjhavdallah
Please note: Programs are subject to change; please contact the office for more information: 503.246.8831 or visit the website at: www.nevehshalom.org
JAM Art Show + Sale
Enjoy a rotating exhibit in the MJCC lobby all month. Members of ORA: Northwest Jewish Artists will answer questions, accept commissions, and sell their art. A portion of the proceeds benefits the MJCC.
PJ Havdallah (0-5 Years Old), Saturday, Feb 15, 5:15pm
Young families say goodbye to Shabbat in our PJs with dinner, stories, art & fun.
RSVP: nevehshalom.org/pjhavdallah.
Sisterhood Havdallah Potluck Movie Night, Saturday, February 29, 6:00pm
Join Sisterhood as we celebrate together with Havdallah, Food (bring a parve dish), and watch a Jewish themed comedy! RSVP: to Jennifer Kalenscher at
jenkal@comcast.net or (503) 893-0822.
Sisterhood Mah Jongg Madness Brunch and Tournament 2020
Sunday, March 1, 2020
11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Brunch and explanation of rules;
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Tournament and prizes
Please join us for a fun-filled day of Mah Jongg and friendship. Experienced and new players welcome (no teaching).
Register by Friday, February 21st.
For more information please contact: Judi Goodman (503) 531-7205 or Elisa Stevens (503) 929-1680.
You can now register online at: tinyurl.com/cnsmahjongg2020.