By Cole Keister Where I grew up in rural Oregon people denied the Holocaust. I experienced a lot of anti-Semitism from people who really had never met Jewish people. I don’t identify as being religious, but being Jewish is an important part of who I am. I remember that starting around when I was just…
Arlene Schnitzer donate $10 million to the Portland Art Museum The Portland Art Museum announced Jan. 21 that it received a $10 million gift from philanthropist Arlene Schnitzer – the largest contribution ever from an individual donor in the museum’s 127-year history. Schnitzer’s gift supports the museum’s ongoing “Connections Campaign” intended to bring together the two…
For more than 35 years, Sterling Talent, Inc. has been the preeminent entertainment talent agency in the Northwest. Sterling’s roster of clients includes names such as Nike, Microsoft, the Portland Trailblazers to Columbia Sportswear, Alaska Airlines and more. For a little over a decade, Sterling Talent has been working with J-Fell Presents, the Northwest’s preeminent…
The 15th of Shevat on the Jewish calendar – celebrated this year on Monday, February 10 – is the day that marks the beginning of a “new year” for trees. Commonly known as Tu B’Shevat, this day marks the season in which the earliest-blooming trees in the land of Israel emerge from their winter sleep…
Janna Lopez has more than 25 years in media, communications, and editorial endeavors. She has spent the last ten years as owner, publisher and editor of several regional magazines. As a word enthusiast, she’s helped multi-million dollar companies craft their stories. She currently leads workshops and coaches clients about midlife identity loss and grief. “My…
Tony Urdes from Congregation Beth Israel in Portland joined more than 45 presidents and presidents-elect from Reform congregations throughout North America for the Union for Reform Judaism’s 22nd Annual Scheidt Seminar in La Jolla, CA to discuss solutions to everyday congregational problems, explore Torah-based governance, improve leadership skills, network, and share successful program ideas. Dozens…
Two years ago, Dotan Malach arrived in New York City where he has been working as a comedian, writer and producer. In March 2019, he established a new project, Comedy For Peace. Comedy For Peace is a comedy show that combines the best Muslim and Jewish stand-up comedians for an inspiring, funny and unforgettable evening….
Portland artist Sara Harwin’s work “Illuminated Letters” will once again be featured at the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education. This time, the exhibit is displayed in the front window of the museum as part of the city’s Winter Light Festival and will be activated in the evenings from Feb. 5 through 29….
It’s your time to shine! Remember our Tikkun Olam Top 10? Since there are so many out there making a difference why wait until the end of the year to celebrate them. We have decided to introduce Change Maker Weekly. Send us your special person or go ahead and suggest yourself, just tell us why…
Photo: Attorney Noa Shein with survivor Aryeh Shotzky. Photo courtesy Sarit Uzieli This year, 2020, marks 75 years since the end of World War II. We are fortunate to still have many Holocaust survivors still living among us in various countries across the globe. In addition to the various health issues that naturally plague the…
