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Oct
7
Sun
JGSO: Jewish Life in Poland @ Congregation Ahavath Achim
Oct 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The Jewish Genealogical Society of Oregon invites you, your family and friends to its upcoming program “Jewish Life in Poland” by Avraham Groll.

Description: Part 1 (10th-15th centuries) will explore patterns of Jewish migration to Poland between the 10th-15th centuries. We will discuss when and why the major shifts happened, where the Jews settled and their involvement in the Poland’s development. This presentation is designed for beginners, and is not a workshop. Maps, pictures, and documents will be displayed. Handouts with further information and a bibliography will also be distributed.

Part 2 (16th-18th centuries) will explore patterns of Jewish migration to Poland between the 16th-18th centuries. We will discuss the “Golden Age of Polish Jewry,” the reaction to Shabtai Tzvi, and how the Jewish experience in Poland helped set the stage, in part, for the eventual rise of the Hasidic movement. This presentation is designed for beginners, and is not a workshop. Maps, pictures, and documents will be displayed. Handouts

Bio: Avraham Groll, the Director of JewishGen.org, is passionate about connecting people with their Jewish roots, and helping them experience what it means to be part of the Jewish people. Avraham holds an MBA from Montclair State University, an MA in Judaic Studies from Touro College, and a BS in Business Administration from Ramapo college, and spent two years studying at Yeshiva Ohr Yeruslahayim in Israel. He is a frequent lecturer on a variety of Jewish genealogical and historical topics.

Jun
23
Sun
JGSO: Research Session @ Hillsdale Public Library
Jun 23 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

June’s JGSO meeting will be a research session providing one-on-one support. Bring your research materials and your personal laptops or tablets. Some computers with internet access will be available for those without. While you work with our Mavens/Experts, take advantage of some of the resources that are available within the library.

Set aside a few hours each month to work on your family tree. Redefine your research goals. Get help with the endless supply of genealogical websites. Exchange knowledge and ideas with others who have similar interests. Help others and be prepared to learn something new as you listen to other people’s questions and the processes used in finding their answers.

Nov
3
Sun
JGSO: Genealogy Mini “Boot Camp” @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Nov 3 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

You’ve done your DNA, gotten your results, but don’t recognize any names and don’t know what to do next? Or have you been working on building out your family tree but need help to research your family?  Where do you begin?  How to get additional information if you’ve hit that brick wall?  This will be geared to help both newbies and those who have been working to build their family tree for many years.

Laurel Smith, past president of the Genealogy Forum of Oregon will present a mini “boot camp” to get everyone started. Contact: 503-997-1685, jgsoregon@gmail.com.

Cost:  The program is free to JGSO members. We request a $5 contribution from non-members. That fee can be applied to a membership should you decide to join JGSO at this meeting.

Please come early if you would like help from other genealogists.

Dec
8
Sun
JGSO: Research Session @ Hillsdale Public Library
Dec 8 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

December’s JGSO meeting will be a research session providing one-on-one support. Set aside a few hours each month to work on your family tree. Redefine your research goals. Get help with the endless supply of genealogical websites. Bring your research materials and your personal laptops or tablets. Some computers with internet access will be available for those without. While you work with our Mavens/Experts, take advantage of some of the resources that are available within the library.

All those interested in exploring their Jewish ancestry or family history in general are welcome. Even if you don’t have specific questions come and exchange knowledge and ideas with others who have similar interests. Help others and be prepared to learn something new as you listen to other people’s questions and the processes used in finding their answers.

Jan
24
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Jan 24 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.

Feb
28
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Feb 28 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.

Mar
27
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Mar 27 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.

Apr
24
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Apr 24 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.

May
22
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
May 22 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.

Jun
26
Fri
Fourth Fridays w/ Rabbi Eve (age 0-6) @ Congregation Neveh Shalom
Jun 26 @ 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

Fourth Fridays With Rabbi Eve Posen

Fourth Fridays at  5:15pm each month

Greet Shabbat in a Home Celebration for families with children  ages 0-6.

Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories.

Fourth Friday of each month, 5:15pm.

For location please RSVP to Rabbi Posen: eposen@nevehshalom.org.