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.
February
Food Items for nutritional meal programs for school children
• Portland Backpack
• Hopscotch Foundation
Join us for the ninth Jewish Arts Month (JAM)–the annual exhibit of paintings, fiber, beadwork, metals, glass, ceramics, and more co-sponsored by ORA: Northwest Jewish Artists and the Mittleman Jewish Community Center. This year’s show takes place in the MJCC lobby from Sunday, February 2nd through Friday, February 28th. Different sets of 4-6 artists will display their work each week. Everything displayed will be for sale.
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.
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12
Help your student learn new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills.
Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
Per Session: Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
February 3 – March 2
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI210A
For Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Wednesdays
February 5 – March 4
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI210B
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Tuesday Mornings
February 25 – March 31
10:30 am – 12:30 pm, CG203
Cost: $110. Member Cost: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Join Sylvia Frankel in the lobby for a discussion in Hebrew. Purchase lunch or just enjoy the conversation. Some conversational Hebrew required.
Tuesdays, 12:15 pm
Intermediate Players
Take your game to the next level.
Tuesday Afternoons
February 25 – March 31
1:30 – 3:30 pm, CG204
Cost: $110. Member Cost: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
An innovative event that bridges the home to school connection and allows students to express their creativity while learning a wealth of information on a topic that interests them. Students choose a Torah related topic, research it and then present their learning at the fair.
Presentations on their topic include [dependent on grade level]:
Dressing-up as a character,
Creating props and a backdrop
Writing a report, and
A creative project.
It is a great opportunity for our students to feel proud of their hard work and to be excited about being the main attraction at the event.
Learn the basics of improv theater! Students will learn short-form games that teach the skills of listening and responding, working together as a group to create a story on the spot, and building self-confidence. The class will create a demo that showcases their favorite improv games, and shows off their new comedy chops!
Tuesdays
January 14 – March 3
3:45 – 4:45 pm, CG205
Cost: $95 per student.
In partnership with NW Children’s Theater
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
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