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.
“A Little Night Music” A Night of Music with Ilene Safyan & Barry Lavine
Sunday, November 24, 7:00-9:00pm
Join us for a special concert featuring Ilene Safyan and Barry Lavine. It’ll be a beautiful night of music, delicious desserts, and great wine! $36 per person. Space is limited. For tickets, please RSVP to
receptionist@nevehshalom.org.
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
Women’s Philanthropy Three part Financial Empowerment Series
Sept. 5, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Adulting All of those questions you’re afraid to ask! (i.e., How do I make a budget? How do I manage my debt from student loans to credit? Can I save for the future now? Create a personalized financial action plan.
Nov. 3, 9:30 am -11:30 am, Transitions Planning for life! How do you financially prepare for death, divorce, losing a job, having a baby, needs of your children from throwing a bar/bat mitzvah to college, to paying for a wedding? What do you need to know about insurance? Create a personalized action plan.
Dec. 8, 9:30 am -11:30 am Retirement How do I take care of myself and those that follow me? Who should you talk to help you with estate planning? How do you prepare to avoid widow worry? 401k/IRA, insurance 101 and asset management. Create a personalized action plan.
All three locations to be determined (tbd).
Sign up for one or all. Registration details available starting March 18.
Questions contact: Wendy Kahn, Associate Director of Financial Resource Development, wendy@jewishportland.org
Congregation Neveh Shalom 150 Gala Celebration
Sunday, Dec 15, 2019, 6:00-8:30pm
Mark your calendars for the final Congregation Neveh Shalom 150 Anniversary program of our celebratory year: a fun and casual gala dinner. Entertainment by the Cherry Blossom Orchestra.
Buffet dinner and music by the Cherry Blossom Orchestra
5:00pm: Social Time – Appetizers and Drinks
5:45pm: Buffet Dinner
7:00pm: Program and Featured Entertainment
Cost: $36 per person
RSVP by December 6, 2019 to: https://tinyurl.com/cns150gala
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.
Bridging Voices Youth Chorus & Friends
Sunday, April 26, 2:00pm
Neveh Shalom’s music program is proud to invite you to a Sunday afternoon concert featuring Bridging Voices LGBTQ+ and Allied Youth Chorus conducted by Erik Gullickson, the Rose Schnitzer Manor Choir conducted by Barbara Slader, and the Koleinu Choir conducted by Cantor Eyal Bitton.
Bridging Voices is in its seventh season as Portland’s first LGBTQ chorus for young people. They chorus has around 55 members who are between the ages of 13 and 21, making them the largest chorus in the country serving LGTBQ+ youth, their families and friends.
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.