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ELUL: Prepare spiritually to enjoy a sweet new year By Deborah Moon
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mericans are no stranger to long lead times for holidays and seasonal transitions. Ads for back-to-school sales begin shortly after school lets out. Halloween decorations and candies take a prominent place in stores about the time school starts. And Thanksgiving (and Christmas) ads debut before the Halloween candy is consumed. Yet unlike the shopping spree that precedes many American holidays, the preparation for Judaism’s High Holidays is a month-long spiritual quest. SPIRITUAL PREPARATION Elul, the Jewish month preceding Rosh Hashanah, is a time for introspection and spiritual renewal. It is a time to seek forgiveness from those you have wronged. Jewish traditions offer a rich process to navigate the month, which this year begins Sept. 1 and ends Sept. 29, with Rosh Hashanah beginning that night at sunset. Throughout Elul, the shofar blast sounds to waken our souls and our minds. The shofar is blown every day except Shabbat to rouse us from our complacency and awaken our soul. It is a call to repentance. Leading up to Rosh Hashanah, the traditional holiday greeting is l’shanah tovah tikatevu, May you be inscribed for a good year (in the book of life). The book of life (and hence your fate for the coming year) is “sealed” for the coming year on Yom Kippur, 10 days after Rosh Hashanah. Myjewishlearning.com notes, “Because there is so much at stake spiritually (during the 10 days of awe), we make preparations beginning a full month earlier. … We set out our spiritual provisions by readying our minds for prayer and our hearts for forgiveness and by doing whatever we can to attain God’s compassion and mercy when the Day of Judgment arrives.” The Hebrew letters for Elul – aleph, lamed, vav, lamed – are an acronym
for “ani l’dodi v’dodi li,” a verse from Song of Songs that means “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine.” Though generally interpreted as a love poem between two people, it also reflects the love between God and the Jewish people. Judaism gives us 40 days (Elul and the 10 days of awe from Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur) to strive to gain God’s good graces and be sealed for a good year. As Marinell James writes on InterfaithFamily. com: “The High Holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, are coming, which means it’s time to start thinking about self-improvement… it’s a Jewish custom to review the past year, take stock of our shortcomings and vow to try harder.” She goes on to describe the gist of teshuvah (return): “Once we realize we’re way off course spiritually, we are supposed to turn around and get back on track. We return to our original intentions and continue forward. … (and) start on the road to becoming an improved version of our former selves.” Elul is also a time to begin the process of asking forgiveness for wrongs done to other people. According to Jewish tradition, God cannot forgive us for sins committed against another person until we have first obtained forgiveness from the person we have hurt or offended. OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020 13
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As the drive to repentance accelerates, the month culminates with Selichot (literally forgiveness). During the last week of Elul, Selichot prayers are recited. The first Selichot service of the holiday season is generally a large community service, usually at midnight the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah. The prayers are recited at morning services. NEW YEAR CARDS Many American Jews send out cards during Elul wishing family and friends Shana Tova (good year). The tradition of sending New Year’s cards for Rosh Hashanah (literally head of the year), may have begun as early as the 14th century and took off after the invention of the postcard. According to an article in the Yiddish Forverts (reprinted in the Forward), the tradition of sending shone toyves (Yiddish for good year), probably began “in the 14th century, in the German Jewish communities, but those were individually written on expensive and fine stationery. Only after the invention of the postcard in the 1860s did the mass writing of shone toyves take off.” The article continues, “Because of the enormous popularity of postcards, people began sending greetings cards for Christmas and the secular new year. Soon Jews were re-inventing this new tradition for Rosh Hashanah.” In today’s world, where we do so much of our communicating by text and email, it’s especially fun to get a card in the mailbox. New year’s cards are a fun opportunity to involve children in the holiday preparation. Get out lots of craft materials (or even just crayons and paper) and let your kids make New Year’s cards that they can mail to family members and friends. GET CHILDREN INVOLVED Making Rosh Hashanah cards are just one fun activity to get your kids in the
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holiday spirit. Reformjudaism.com explains: “The Days of Awe can be made more meaningful for the children in our lives if we take time to involve them in holiday preparations. For example, polishing silver, setting the table, and helping prepare special holiday foods all are great ways to engage children in preparing for the Days of Awe.” Another way to get children interested in the coming holidays is to read books with your children about the holiday. It’s always fun in the weeks leading up to any holiday, religious or secular, to read books with your kids about the holiday. One Jewish grandmother I know takes out all of her children’s books about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur a few weeks before the holidays and puts them in a big basket that she keeps in her family room. Whenever her grandchildren come over, they pick out books from the basket to read with her. For a list of PJ Library Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur books for kids up to 8 years old visit pjlibrary.org. In ancient times apples became a symbol of the Jewish people in relationship to God. In “Song of Songs,” we read, “As the apple is rare and unique among the trees of the forest, so is my beloved [Israel] amongst the maidens [nations] of the world.” Why not take this time to visit an apple orchard and pick your own? Make it a learning experience by showing your children how they grow and the many varieties that are available. Traditionally, you will dip your freshly picked apples in honey to usher in a sweet new year. Raw honey obtained from producers is inherently kosher as long as it is not bottled with equipment that has processed nonkosher items. Processed honey or honey with added flavors requires kosher certification. As Elul concludes and Rosh Hashanah launches the New Year, one more tradition will captivate children. On the afternoon of the first day of Rosh Hashanah, throwing crumbs or pieces of bread in a flowing body of water represents our sins, which we cast away on Rosh Hashanah. This ritual is called tashlich. Since bread is not the most nutritional food for wildlife, some congregations cast stones, wood chips or birdseed in place of bread. Tashlich is a wonderful chance for families to enjoy some time outside with their children on this holy day. No matter what special traditions you and your family share, being together and taking the time to improve our relationships and ourselves is a beautiful way to start the new year.
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A YEAR FULL OF HOLIDAYS Jewish holidays start at sunset the evening before the first day of the holiday. ROSH HASHANAH • SEPT. 30-OCT. 1, 2019
On Rosh Hashanah the sound of the shofar announces the arrival of the High Holy Days, or 10 Days of Awe that stretch from Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur. Rosh Hashanah celebrates the creation of the world, but it is also a solemn day of reflection. We review our deeds and repent, as we prepare for G-d’s judgment on Yom Kippur. The Rosh Hashanah festival meal includes a round, spiral challah symbolizing the cyclical nature of life, the seasons and the Jewish year. The traditional apple dipped in honey symbolizes hopes for a sweet New Year.
YOM KIPPUR • OCT. 9, 2019
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is a solemn fast day. We pray for forgiveness from G-d and repent sincerely for our sins during the past year. Many people wear white as a symbol of purity and often a white mantle is used to dress the Torah scrolls. It is also customary to light 24-hour yahrzeit candles in memory of loved ones who have died, and Yizkor, or memorial prayers, are included in the morning service. Yahrzeit candles are lit before the holiday candles at the end of the pre-fast dinner eaten before sundown on the eve of this holy day. All adults in the household whose health permits abstain from food and drink for the next 25 hours. At nightfall the next night, a single, long blast of the shofar signals the end of the fast and families and friends gather for a light break-the-fast meal.
SUKKOT • OCT. 14-20, 2019
This seven-day festival (eight days in the Diaspora) celebrates the abundance of the fall harvest and commemorates the 40 years the Jewish people wandered in the desert after the exodus from slavery. The sukkah, a temporary three-sided dwelling covered with leafy branches, gives the holiday its name. The sukkah is a reminder of the temporary dwellings our ancestors in ancient Israel used for shelter in the fields during the harvest, as well as the booths they lived in for 40 years in the desert. The festival has two additional main symbols: the lulav and etrog. The lulav consists of palm, myrtle and willow branches bound together. The etrog is a citron, a yellow citrus fruit that looks and smells like a bumpy lemon. It is traditional to bless the Four Species (the lulav and etrog held together) while waving them towards the four compass points, heaven and earth on each day of the holiday except Shabbat. 16 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
SHEMINI ATZERET/SIMCHAT TORAH OCT. 21-22, 2019
The days immediately following the end of the festival of Sukkot are the semi-independent holidays Shemini Atzeret (eighth day of Assembly) and Simchat Torah. Some liberal congregations celebrate both in one day as Atzeret-Simchat Torah. These two holidays formally end the season of the High Holy Days. The Torah is a central symbol of Simchat Torah as we read the final verses of Deuteronomy, then immediately recommence the cycle by reading the opening verses of Genesis. The celebration of the annual cycle includes marching around the synagogue with Torah scrolls and flags.
HANUKKAH • DEC. 23-30, 2019
The flames on the Hanukkiah brighten each of the eight nights of the festival of Hanukkah. The holiday celebrates the victory of the Maccabees, Jewish military leaders who rebelled against the GreekSyrian King Antiochus, who forbade the practice of Judaism and desecrated the Temple in Jerusalem. The word “Hanukkah” means “dedication,” and the holiday commemorates the rededication of the Temple after the Maccabees’ victory. The Talmud tells us that when the Maccabees rededicated the Temple, they found only enough holy oil to light the eternal lamp for one day; miraculously the oil lasted eight days, long enough for new oil to be consecrated. That miracle also inspires the popular Hanukkah game of dreidel, a spinning top with Hebrew letters on the four sides representing the phrase “A great miracle happened there (Israel).”
TU B’SHEVAT • FEB. 10, 2020
Tu B’Shevat takes its name from its date on the Hebrew calendar, the 15th of Shevat. It is called the “Birthday of Trees,” and it celebrates the beginnings of spring. Tree-planting is a common activity on Tu B’Shevat, which is done before or after the holiday when it falls on Shabbat. A tradition of holding a Tu B’Shevat seder, celebrating different kinds of fruits that grow in Israel, has become popular.
PURIM • MARCH 10, 2020
On Purim people gather to hear “the Megillah,” also known as the Book of Esther, which tells how the Jews in ancient Persia were saved from the wicked Haman through the leadership of Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai. When the name of Haman is read, people stomp their feet, hiss, boo or shake noisemakers called groggers to obliterate his name. Some congregations ask people to bring pots and pans to bang and then donate the kitchenware to people in need. Gifts of food – mishloach manot – are also common. The holiday takes on a carnival-like atmosphere with many dressing in costumes.
PASSOVER • APRIL 9-16, 2020
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slavery in Egypt. The seder plate with six symbolic foods takes center stage at the seder, a lavish ritual meal where we retell the story of Passover by reading the Haggadah. In addition to the items on the seder plate, each of which represents a piece of the Exodus story, matzah is featured at both the seder and throughout the festival to represent the unleavened bread the Israelites ate when fleeing Egypt.
YOM HASHOAH APRIL 21, 2020
Israel’s Knesset proclaimed the 27th of Nissan “Holocaust and Ghetto Uprising Remembrance Day – a day of perpetual remembrance for the House of Israel.” The date was chosen to fall between the outbreak of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising in 1943 and the observance of Israel Independence Day. In Israel the wailing of sirens in the morning signals
of silence. At Yom HaShoah commemorations around the world, six memorial candles are often lit to represent the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.
YOM HAZIKARON • APRIL 28, 2020
Yom Hazikaron is Israel’s day of remembrance for the men and women, boys and girls who lost their lives to war or terrorism. It is commemorated on the 4th of Iyar. As the sun sets that evening, Israel turns from mourning to the celebration of Yom Ha’atzmaut. On both Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israeli flags and blue and white clothing are common.
YOM HA’ATZMAUT APRIL 29, 2020
Yom Ha’atzmaut is the national independence day of Israel, commemorating the Jewish state’s declaration of independence. Celebrated annually on the 5th of Iyar, it centers around the declaration of the state of Israel by David Ben-Gurion in Tel Aviv on May 14, 1948 (5 Iyar, 5708) and the end of the British Mandate of Palestine.
LAG B’OMER • MAY 12, 2020
Lag B’Omer is celebrated on the 33rd day of the counting of the omer, the seven weeks from Passover to Shavuot. The counting is intended to remind us of the link between Passover, which commemorates the Exodus, and Shavuot, which commemorates the giving of the Torah. It reminds us that the redemption from slavery was not complete until we received the Torah. Bonfires are traditionally parts of Lag B’Omer, a day of joy during an otherwise solemn period.
SHAVUOT • MAY 29-30, 2020
Shavuot commemorates the anniversary of the day G-d gave the Torah to Moses and the Israelites at Mount Sinai. Traditions on Shavuot include all-night study of the Torah on the first night, reading the Book of Ruth and hearing the Ten Commandments in synagogue. It’s also traditional to eat dairy meals since the Jewish people had just received the laws of kashrut and had not yet had time to apply them to animal slaughter.
TISHA B’AV • JULY 30, 2020
Tisha B’Av is a fast day that commemorates the destruction of the First and Second Temples. It has also become a day of general mourning for other disasters that befell the Jewish people, including the Edict of Expulsion from England in 1290, the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492 and the mass deportation of Jews from the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II. We commemorate these tragedies by fasting and reading the Book of Lamentations.
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Let there be light – candles and Shabbat By Mala Blomquist
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aruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, asher kid’shanu b’mitzvotav, v’tzivanu l’hadlik ner shel Shabbat. This blessing is said in millions of Jewish homes throughout the world as the sun sets on Friday night and Shabbat begins. Any candle that emits a stable flame can be used for Shabbat, even those that contain non-kosher (for eating) ingredients. If the candles were once used in non-Jewish worship, then it is inappropriate to use them for Shabbat candles. If they were never previously lit, you may use them. Since Shabbat begins at sundown, the candles are traditionally lit 18 minutes before that time so as not to take part in any forbidden activity (including lighting candles) and to avoid starting Shabbat late. You may light the candles earlier, for instance, the custom in Jerusalem is to light them 40 minutes before sunset. It’s also a mitzvah to add a few minutes to Shabbat before it starts, this is called tosefet Shabbat “adding time on to Shabbat” and is taken from a verse in the Torah. But why 18 minutes? There are two very different reasons for this tradition and they have nothing to do with chai. One states that six shofar blasts were blown to announce that Shabbat will be starting soon; the third one is the signal for lighting candles, then “one waits as much time as it takes to roast a small fish,” and blows the last three blasts, and Shabbat begins. This amount of time it takes to roast a small fish is stated to be 18 minutes. The second reason states that the halachic day ends (and Shabbat begins) the time it takes to walk one mil before sunset. The word “mil” is derived from the Roman “miliarium” which was 1,000 paces (approximately 3,000 feet). The time it takes to walk a mil is about 18 minutes. The candles are usually lit by the woman of the house. As Shabbat itself is a remembrance of creation, a woman lighting Shabbat candles reenacts God’s creation of the first light, thus bringing light and Torah into her home. There can be as few as one candle or some women light a candle for every member of the family. Some light seven to represent the days of the week, 10 for the Ten Commandments or 12 for the 12 tribes.
Traditionally, there are at least two candles lit on Shabbat. These two candles correspond to Exodus 20:8 “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy,” and Deuteronomy 5:12 “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.” Midrash also talks about the Shabbat of the past and the Shabbat of the future. Some explain that the reason for lighting at least two candles is based on the Talmudic teaching that on Shabbat we receive an additional soul, which imbues us with an extra sense of holiness and spirituality throughout the day. The additional candle corresponds to the second soul. There is yet another explanation. The Hebrew word “candle,” has the numerical value of 250, and two candles have a combined numerical value of 500. According to the Talmud, there are 248 limbs and organs in a man’s body and 252 in a woman’s body, giving us a total of 500. Thus, the lighting of two candles alludes to the bond that the husband and wife share. Shabbat candles should stay lit until after the meal. At the very least, one must burn until dark so that some benefit can be derived from the candle’s light. As Shabbat begins with the lighting of candles, so does it end. Havdalah, separation in Hebrew, is the ceremony that marks the end of Shabbat and the beginning of the new week. Havdalah is always performed after sundown, usually as soon as three medium-sized stars can be viewed in the night sky. A special Havdalah candle is used during this ritual. This candle is braided and contains multiple wicks. Some sources suggest a sixwick candle to represent the six days of the work week, but as long as the candle has at least two wicks, it is acceptable. The lighting of this candle is the first “work” that will be done for the new week. To distinguish the light of Havdalah, it is necessary to derive some benefit from the candle’s light. For this reason, it is customary to lift one’s fingers toward the flame and observe the distinction between the fingernail and the flesh. For those who believe we are given an extra soul on Shabbat, Havdalah is the time when that extra soul is relinquished. At the end of the ceremony, the candle is extinguished in the cup of wine that the Havdalah prayer was said over. Many will fill the cup so that the wine spills over as a good omen for a week of success and luck, taken from “my cup overfloweth.” With that, another week begins, Shavuah Tov! OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020 19
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not belong to a synagogue. We provide support for a shaliach from
first-timers and many-timers, multi generations, those who wish to
Israel to work with students on our college campuses. And we have
celebrate (and recelebrate) bat/bar mitzvahs, and those who want
a new Director of Community Security.
just want to be part of this spectacular experience. After 23 years, The Jewish Federation will again be sponsoring
For now, during our centennial, and beyond, we will do everything we can to create a shared vision for our growing and vibrant Jewish
the Wexner Heritage Leadership Program. This world-class
community. And we want you to be a partner in that process.
leadership development and educational program will help train
Whether through your philanthropic contributions, volunteer
the next generation for our Jewish community. Jewish scholars and
involvement, or greater participation in Jewish life, you make a
leaders from around the world will visit Portland to serve as the
difference in the quality of our greater Jewish community.
program’s faculty. The recruitment process will begin in 2019 and 20 participants will be selected.
Take the time to explore this wonderful Resource Guide and the vibrancy of Jewish life in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
From March 2020 through 2021 there will be a year of
Get involved! Take advantage of everything the Jewish community
celebratory events and activities for our Jewish community.
has to offer. Most importantly, let us know if you need anything we
All of this is made possible by the generosity of scores of Centennial Year sponsors. We are grateful for their support of these initiatives. Our Jewish Federation continues to focus on supporting and
are not currently offering. We are here for you! Together we can strengthen Jewish life for generations to come.
Enjoy your Jewish community!
strengthening our communal infrastructure of agencies and
By Marc Blattner, President and CEO
institutions. We want to create more pathways to bring more people
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AGENCIES/ ORGANIZATIONS EASTSIDE JEWISH COMMONS pdxejc@gmail.com ejcpdx.org
JEWISH EVENTS WILLAMETTE VALLEY 2531 Chula Vista Blvd. Eugene, OR 541-514-2571
GIFT (GIVING IT FORWARD TOGETHER) 9604 NE 126th Ave. Vancouver, WA 360-597-3942 giftclarkcounty.com
JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE
HADASSAH, PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Women’s Zionist Organization of America 140 Lakeside Ave., Suite A #36 Seattle, WA hadassah.org/pnw
HADASSAH, PORTLAND CHAPTER pnwregion@hadassah.org
HADASSAH, SHALOM CHAPTER (Vancouver and SW Washington) Shalomchaptervancouver@gmail. com
JEWISH BUSINESS NETWORK 9604 NE 126th Ave., Ste. 2340 Vancouver, WA 360-597-3942 thejbn.org Jewish Community Relations Council
JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL
J E W I S H O R G A N I Z AT I O N S JEWISH MEDIA
Bob Horenstein, Director 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6496 bob@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/jcrc With representation from a cross-section of the Greater Portland and Southwest Washington Jewish community, the JCRC develops consensus positions to: protect the social safety net, safeguard civil rights, combat anti-Semitism and other forms of discrimination, and strengthen local ties to Israel. The JCRC is affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland and the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, the planning and coordinating body for the national organized Jewish community in public affairs advocacy.
Larry Holzman, Board President Ruth Scott, Interim Executive Director 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503-226-7079 info@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org JFCS provides social services to adults, families and children primarily in the Jewish community. Our Counseling team provides behavioral health support and accepts Medicare and some commercial insurance, in addition to sliding-scale options. People with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities are able to receive supportive training and resources through our TASK & Tikvah Disability Support Services. And our Holocaust Survivor Services program offers a variety of specialized services for Jewish Nazi victims.
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF LANE COUNTY PO Box 5924 Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-2541 jewishfedlc.org/ jewish-family-services/ Jewish Community Relations Council
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PORTLAND Marc N. Blattner, President and CEO 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6219 info@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org Since 1920, the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland assures the building and strengthening of the Jewish community locally, nationally, overseas and in Israel, in accordance with Jewish values.
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JEWISH FEDERATION OF LANE COUNTY PO Box 5924 Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-2541 jewishfedlc.org
JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF OREGON 971-266-0005 jgsoregon@gmail.com
JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY nwfam.com/jgswvo.html
philanthropic world, Jewish National Fund-USA’s strategic vision is to build and connect to the land of Israel. Our driving focus has always been to ensure a strong, secure and prosperous homeland for the Jewish people in the land of Israel. Everything we do – every project, initiative and campaign we take on – connects to our vision. We run an American semester abroad high school in Israel connecting the next generation with Israel.
JEWISH WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE Portland, OR jwrt.org
JEWISH NATIONAL FUND, PACIFIC NORTHWEST Boaz Meir, Executive Director 303-573-7095 ext. 977 Jackson Pincus, Campus and Israel Programs Admissions Director 206-760-1188 ext. 941 1455 NW Leary Way #400 Seattle, WA bmeir@jnf.org | jpincus@jnf.org jnf.org Unparalleled in the Jewish
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MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Steve Albert, Executive Director
Jewish National Fund gives generations of Jews a unique voice in building a prosperous future for the land of Israel and its people.
Jewish National Fund gives generations of Jews a unique voice in building a prosperous Jewish National Fund gives generations of To learn more about how to get future for the land of Israel involved, please contact Boaz Meir, Jews a unique voice in bulding a prosperous Executive Director, Mountain States & and its people. the Pacific Northwest, at
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Kelsey Kaplan, Membership + Customer Service Manager Beth Germain, Chief Financial Officer 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0111 mjcc@oregonjcc.org oregonjcc.org The MJCC has been a vital part of the greater Portland community for over 100 years. We provide a gathering place for the Jewish community while warmly embracing people of all faiths. We offer a variety of recreational programming for all ages, wonderful fitness facilities, a 25-yard lap pool, a warm water pool, a flexible space for your next meeting or event, and of course, much loved community celebrations and social and cultural events.
OREGON BOARD OF RABBIS JoAnn Bezodis, Administrator 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 971-248-5465 oregonboardofrabbis.org
OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION Judy Margles, Director Anne LeVant Prahl, Curator of Collections Amanda Solomon, Manager of Museum and Holocaust Education 724 NW Davis St. Portland, OR 503-226-3600 info@ojmche.org ojmche.org OJMCHE has galleries for national and international exhibitions and core exhibitions: Discrimination and Resistance, An Oregon Primer, which identifies discrimination as a tool affecting varied groups of people over the history of this region; The Holocaust, An Oregon Perspective, a history of the Holocaust using stories of Oregon survivors; and Oregon Jewish Stories, which examines Oregon Jewish life. The museum also includes an auditorium, museum shop, and Lefty’s Café with Jewish inspired fare.
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1221 SW Yamhill St. Suite 301 Portland, OR 97205 503.226.7079 www.jfcs-portland.org
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CONGREGATIONS CHABAD CONSERVATIVE HUMANIST INDEPENDENT ORTHODOX OUTREACH RECONSTRUCTIONIST REFORM RENEWAL SEPHARDIC
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The first Jewish New Year services in the Oregon Territory were held in 1856 in the gold-rush boomtown of Jacksonville in southern Oregon, where GermanJewish immigrants had moved from the California gold fields. Congregation Beth Israel, the first Jewish congregation west of the Rocky Mountains and north of California, was founded in Portland in 1858. By the 1960s, Oregon’s synagogues had stabilized to include today’s Congregations Beth Israel, Neveh Shalom, Shaarie Torah, Ahavath Achim and Kesser Israel, all in Portland; Temple Beth Israel in Eugene; and Temple Beth Sholom in Salem. Corvallis had to wait until 1974 before Beit Am arrived. That same decade, Portland saw its first new congregation in many years – Havurah Shalom, founded in 1978. Central Oregon now has three congregations – Temple Beth Tikvah, a Reform congregation founded in 2008; the independent Jewish Community of Central Oregon; and Chabad of Central Oregon. On the following pages, you can find the congregations and outreach groups that now serve the Jewish communities of Oregon and Southwest Washington.
CHABAD OF NE PORTLAND
CHABAD OF CENTRAL OREGON
2858 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 971-801-2424 JewishNortheast.com
Bend, OR 541-633-7991 jewishbend.com
CHABAD OF CLARK COUNTY Chabad is dedicated to providing every Jew, regardless of background, philosophy or level of commitment, an open door environment for enriching Jewish life. Each Chabad center is supported by the community it serves.
CHABAD OF OREGON 2317 SW Vermont Portland, OR 503-977-9947
CHABAD OF SW PORTLAND 2317 SW Vermont Portland, OR 503-381-7119 JPortland.com
9604 NE 126th Ave. Vancouver, WA 360-993-5222 JewishClarkCounty.com
CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF HILLSBORO 965 SW Brookwood Ave. Hillsboro, OR 503-747-5363 ChabadH.com
CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE-SALEM 1370 Crowley Ave. SE Salem, OR 503-383-9569 JewishSalem.com
CHABAD OF EUGENE 239 E 14th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-801-8653 jewisheugene.org
CHABAD OF SOUTHERN OREGON 1474 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR 541-482-2778 ChabadofAshland.org
SE PORTLAND CHABAD Rabbi Dov & Chani Bialo 3355 SE Steele St. Portland, OR 503-752-2258 RabbiDov@jewishreed.com JewishSoutheast.com Southeast Portland Chabad offers a warm and welcoming environment for year round Jewish programing in SE Portland. NEW “Friendly Services & Socializing” for all ages. Weekly Child Program & Delicious Kiddush located on our beautiful facility.
TIGARD CHABAD Tigard, OR 971-329-6661 Jewishtigard.com
FIND YOUR PLACE!
CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM
2900 SW PEACEFUL LANE | PORTLAND | OR | 97239 | 503.246.8831 | NEVEHSHALOM.ORG
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CONSERVATIVE
HUMANIST KOL SHALOM
CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM Fred Rothstein, Executive Director Michelle Caplan, Membership and Community Engagement Director Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-246-8831 info@nevehshalom.org nevehshalom.org Portland’s welcoming and egalitarian Conservative congregation, Neveh Shalom offers a dynamic array of religious services, top-tier Jewish education programs from preschool through adult, social justice, cultural and social activities, and much more. CNS creates and deepens relationships to Judaism and our community. Our Senior Rabbi David Kosak, Assistant Rabbi Eve Posen, Cantor Eyal Bitton, Rabbis Emeritus Daniel Isaak and Joshua Stampfer, and our community, look forward to welcoming you. Come find your place with us!
CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH Rabbi Joshua Rose Jemi Kostiner Mansfield, Executive Director 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-226-6131 cst@shaarietorah.org shaarietorah.org Shaarie Torah is your home for Conservative Jewish life in the heart of Northwest Portland. An inclusive, egalitarian and multigenerational synagogue since 1905, Shaarie Torah offers innovative Jewish programming, services and activities for every age and interest. Join us for a Shabbat, Saturday morning Kiddush or just stop by and say hi! Come meet our team of dedicated staff – here to welcome you and your family in our hamische community.
1509 SW Sunset Blvd., Ste. 1E Portland, OR 503-459-4210 kolshalom.org
INDEPENDENT ANSHE SHALOM Klamath Falls, OR 541-892-3268 /541-882-5146
BEIT AM 4318 NW Circle Blvd. 97330 Corvallis, OR 97339 541-753-0067 beitam.org
CENTRAL COAST JEWISH COMMUNITY c/o David Gomberg PO Box 113 Neotsu, OR 97364 541-921-1281
MAYIM SHALOM
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Southern Oregon Coast PO Box 307 Coquille, OR 97423 541-266-0470 mayimshalom.us
503-246-5070 ourjewishhome.org
NORTH COAST SHABBAT GROUP Meets at: Bob Chisholm Center 1225 Ave. A Seaside, OR 503-341-0693
PORTLAND WOMEN’S TEFILLAH
Rabbi Ariel Stone Katie Schneider, Administrative Director 7550 NE Irving Ave. Portland, OR 503-473-8227 info@shirtikvahpdx.org shirtikvahpdx.org Congregation Shir Tikvah is an independent congregation on Portland’s Eastside. We welcome Jews from different backgrounds and acknowledge many ways of practicing and living Jewishly. At 184 families, we're a good-sized group. We study Torah with bagels and coffee, pray from a siddur created by members and learn with our kids as they make mosaics, argue about ethics and sound out Hebrew words. Our open, thought-provoking approach invites you to live Judaism with us.
HOOD RIVER HAVURAH Columbia River Gorge hoodriverhavurah@gmail.com hrhavurah.blogspot.com
JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON 21555 Modoc Lane, Bend Mail: PO Box 1773 Bend, OR 9709 jccobend.com
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Portland, OR 503-396-9191 asthespiritmovesus.com/unshul
RELIGION OUTSIDE THE BOX Portland, OR 503-908-4472 rotb.org
RECONSTRUCTIONIST
Meets: Beit Midrash at PJA 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR ericahg@comcast.net
UMPQUA VALLEY HAVURAH PO Box 1821 Roseburg, OR 07470 541-677-0575 umpquavalleyhavurah.org
ORTHODOX CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH
PORTLAND’S UNSHUL
CONGREGATION KESSER ISRAEL 6698 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-222-1239 kesserisrael.org
AHAVAS TORAH SYNAGOGUE 2935 Onyx St. Eugene, OR 541-844-1340 ahavastorah.info
OUTREACH COMMUNITY CHAPLAIN Rabbi Barry Cohen 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7401 chaplain@jewishportland.org An employee of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland, the Community Chaplain works in coordination with the Oregon Board of Rabbis and Jewish Family and Child Service to provide pastoral care/counseling and to serve as a resource for all Jews across our community.
JEWISH ENCOUNTER GROUP Portland, OR 503-349-5381
HAVURAH SHALOM Benjamin Barnett, Rabbi Deborah Eisenbach-Budner, Education Director Adela Basayne, Program Director 825 NW 18th Ave. Portland, OR 503-248-4662 info@havurahshalom.org havurahshalom.org Havurah Shalom is a vibrant, diverse, participatory Jewish community steeped in Jewish values promoting spirituality, learning, and acts of social responsibility. We welcome people of all ages, gender identifications, and backgrounds. As a part of the Reconstructing Judaism movement, we envision a just and compassionate world where creative Jewish living and learning guide us toward lives of holiness, meaning, and purpose. A decades-long tradition, our High Holiday services are free and open to all.
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL 1175 E 29th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-485-7218 tbieugene.org
TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM 1274 Cunningham Lane S Salem, OR 503-362-5004 tbsholom.org
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affiliated with Reform Judaism since 1879, is a vital center of Oregon Jewish life. Our historic campus serves as a house of prayer, a house of study, and a house of assembly, hosting religious services, celebrations, and ceremonies; religious school; and opportunities for congregants of all ages to engage in education programming, social action, and advocacy on local and national levels. CBI’s beautifully maintained cemetery is located in southwest Portland.
TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH PO Box 7472 Bend, OR 97708 541-388-8826 bethtikvahbend.org
RENEWAL HAVURAH SYNAGOGUE 185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: PO Box 1262 Ashland, OR 541-488-7716 havurahshirhadash.org
CONGREGATION KOL AMI 7800 NE 119th St. Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088 jewishvancouverusa.org
OR HAGAN: LIGHT OF THE GARDEN JEWISH COMMUNITY PO Box 5582 Eugene, OR 97405 541-520-3434 orhagan.org
P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND Rabbi Hannah Laner Hazzan Baruch Morris Zmira Lovejoy, Administrator 6948 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-248-4500 admin@pnaiorpdx.org pnaiorpdx.org Our joyous egalitarian worship is infused with singing, chanting and dance. We dive deeply into Torah and other Jewish texts. We “pray
with our feet” through Tikkun Olam partnerships, working for social, environmental, and economic justice. Hannah Laner, our new rabbi, leads services for Shabbat and holidays. Rabbi Hannah is also a cantorial soloist, an ordained maggidah (Jewish storyteller) and professional Jewish educator who infuses her teaching with a passionate love of Torah and tradition.
SEPHARDIC CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM 3225 SW Barbur Blvd. 6686 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 720-315-4266 ahavathachim.com
BEIT YOSEF 4200 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 503-295-1170 beityosefportland.wordpress.com
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Ceremonies and traditions mark lifecycle moments By Rabbi Barry Cohen
T
he Jewish people have developed various lifecycle rituals and ceremonies: birth, naming, becoming an adolescent, marrying, raising family,
caring for each other, dying, mourning and remembering. Through ritual, we address the need for the individual to be acknowledged by the community and for the community to open its doors to the individual. These traditions foster a psychologically sound and spiritually healthy way of journeying through life.
Birth/Infancy
LIFECYCLE MOMENTS MOHEL S MIKVAHS SIMCHA VENDORS SIMCHA VENUES CHEVRA KADISHA FUNERAL SERVICES CEME TERIES
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Brit milah is the “sign of the covenant” between the Jewish people and God. It is the removal of the foreskin of the penis when the infant is 8 days old. The Torah describes Abraham performing this ritual on his son Isaac on his eighth day. Brit milah has become the abiding symbol of the Jewish people. Brit milah is conducted by a formally trained expert, a mohel, or by a doctor under rabbinic supervision. The ceremony is relatively brief and involves multiple ways to honor family and friends. It incorporates giving the boy a Hebrew name. In recent decades, rituals have developed to give infant girls Hebrew names. This ceremony can take place in the synagogue or home. Giving our children Hebrew names welcomes them into the Jewish people and ensures names are handed down through the generations. Another ritual is pidyon haben, or the “redemption of the firstborn son.” This ritual only takes place if the child is the firstborn, the child is a son and it is a natural birth (not a C-section). When the boy is 30 days old, the parents ritually pay a man of priestly descent (a Cohen), a certain amount of money for tzedakah. If the boy is a Cohen or a Levite, he does not take part in this ritual, since ritually, he is already dedicated to God’s service.
Coming of Age The bar/bat mitzvah, or “son/ daughter of commandments,” occurs when a boy is 13 and a girl is 12 to mark their obligation to accept more religious responsibilities. The ritual may originate in the time of the Second Temple, when a brief ceremony removed the father’s responsibility for the sins of his son. The contemporary version of the bar mitzvah developed in the Middle Ages. The boy is called up to recite blessings over the Torah and chant
a section from the weekly Torah portion and sometimes the accompanying Haftarah. In addition, he had the option to deliver a sermonette or d’var Torah. The bat mitzvah is a 20thcentury Western innovation. The bar mitzvah and the bat mitzvah are now essentially the same in non-Orthodox circles. Many who did not or could not take part in a bar/bat mitzvah ceremony in their youth are embracing the ceremony in adulthood.
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Joining Tribe
To say that Judaism has no interest in seeking converts is a myth. In the third century, Rabbi Eleazar ben Pedat said, “God sent the Jews into exile to bring people to Judaism.” Requirements for conversion typically include a year-long study of history, liturgy and traditions, coupled with ritual and holiday observance; for males, circumcision, or for those already circumcised, hatafat dam brit, a ceremonial drawing of a drop of blood; and mikvah, or ceremonial immersion in a body of fresh water. Ideally, the entire Jewish community views converts the same as those born into Judaism.
Marriage
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Though plenty of marriages are recorded, going back to Abraham and Sarah, the official ceremony was not determined in legal form until Talmudic times. During the Sabbath before the ceremony, the bride and groom can be honored with a special blessing and with an Aliyah, the recitation of the blessings before and after the chanting of Torah. Congregants may throw candy, symbolic of wishes for a sweet marriage. Before the formal ceremony, the couple sign the ketubah, a religious marriage contract, and the the civil certificate. Traditionally, the ketubah details the husband’s obligations to his wife. In nontraditional circles, the ketubah is often an artistic and poetic creation that describes the couple’s romantic and loving commitment. The wedding ceremony is relatively simple. The couple stands beneath a chuppah, a canopy that symbolizes the marital home. Kiddush, the blessing over the wine, is recited. Then the erusin and nisuin blessings formally sanctify the couple’s change of status and marriage commitment, after which the couple exchanges rings. Sometimes the couple shares personal words with one another. The officiant reads the ketubah and offers personal words. The Sheva Brachot, the “Seven Blessings,” are chanted, further consecrating the ceremony. The ceremony ends with the breaking of a glass, which has a variety of meanings, some somber and some light-hearted. Then the couple kisses and has a few minutes of yichud, private time together, before the celebration continues.
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Death and Mourning If the purpose of religion is to respond to our finitude and our mortality, this is where Judaism shines. When an individual dies, the chevra kadisha, or “burial society,” prepares the deceased for internment. This includes tahara, or ritual washing; wrapping in tachrichim, a white pocketless shroud; and shomrim, never leaving the deceased alone. The funeral service is simple but meaningful. It begins with kriah, either the tearing of clothing or wearing a torn black ribbon. It is followed by the recitation of Psalms and meditative readings. With the hesped, the officiant and/or family captures the essence of the deceased, honors his/her
life and comforts the bereaved. This is followed by the prayer Eil Malei Rachamim, “God Full of Compassion,” and the Kaddish, the prayer commemorating the dead. The service concludes with shoveling earth into the grave. The first week of mourning is called shiva. During this emotionally intense time, the principal mourners receive guests and are provided with food. Worship services are conducted in the home, enabling mourners to recite the Kaddish. The next period of mourning is called Sheloshim, which means 30. This is the first month after the funeral. During this time, principal mourners ease themselves back
into their routines and also recite the Kaddish. If one’s parent has died, one recites the Kaddish for 11 months. Traditionally, after the year of aveilut or “mourning,” family and friends gather at the cemetery for the “unveiling,” or dedication of a headstone. A mechanism is incorporated into the yearly calendar to remember our loved ones who have died. The principal one is the yahrzeit, or anniversary of the death. Family members attend worship services, recite
Kaddish and light a special candle at home, which burns for 24 hours. Another way to remember loved ones is to attend Yizkor (“remembrance”) services. There are four Yizkor services: Yom Kippur, and the end of Sukkot, Pesach and Shavuot. Though the rabbis have created a wide array of rituals and practices, many people have been overlooked or marginalized. Rituals and practices continue to evolve to address the needs of everyone in the community. Rabbi Barry Cohen is the community chaplain of Portland’s Jewish community. He began his career in Scottsdale, AZ, as a congregational rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel. In 1999 he joined the Jewish News of Greater Phoenix, first as community editor and then as editor.
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Jewish life revolves around the cycle of life. In the Jewish tradition, lifecycle moments from birth to death carry specific rituals, most of which have been used for centuries. These moments truly center us. Following are the resources that will help you celebrate and mark each stage of life.
MOHELS
A mohel is the person who performs the circumcision in the brit milah ceremony for a male child on the eighth day after his birth. For more information, contact your local congregation.
STATEWIDE
Rabbi Tzvi Fischer, Oregon Bris Center rtf@portlandkollel.org | 503-7570606 | oregonbris.com A seventh-generation Mohel, performs ceremonies throughout the Pacific Northwest. Rabbi Gadi Levy, Oregon Mohel rabbig@ahavathachim.com | 720-315-4266 | oregonmohel. com
Rabbi Levy, trained in Jerusalem, has been a certified Mohel since 2007. He serves the greater Portland area as well as many surrounding cities.
PORTLAND METRO
Dr. Larry L. Veltman, obstetrician, certified as a mohel by Conservative Movement in Judaism, 503-292-5227. Dr. Wendy Smith, Ob-gyn, certified by the Reform movement, 503241-9528. Limited availability. Dr. Bruce Birk, a Portland pediatrician, certification through Hebrew Union College. birkbrucemd@gmail. com, portlandmohel.com or 503-799-2794.
CENTRAL OREGON/ BEND AREA:
No certified mohels, but some pediatricians will perform circumcisions in the synagogue or home: info@bethtikvahbend. org, or 541-388-8826; or info@ jccobend.com
MIKVAHS/MIKVOT
A mikvah is a ritual bath satisfying specific requirements that incorporate “living water”
(running or moving water from a God-given source such as rain, snow, ice or a spring). Immersion in a mikvah is performed for ritual purification and a change in status, including conversion. It is used by Jews who wish to observe the Jewish laws concerning family purity or sanctification before a Jewish holiday, wedding or conversion ceremony. The purpose of immersion is not physical, but spiritual, cleanliness. Today, mikvah use has taken on some modern spiritually satisfying meanings. Immersion is often a way of celebrating both happy milestones and the pains of overcoming losses.
JACKSON WELLSPRINGS
2253 Highway 99 N Ashland, OR 541-482-3776 jacksonwellsprings.com/mikvah
MIKVAH MEI MENACHEM Ashland, OR 541-482-2778 ChabadofAshland.org
MIKVAH SHOSHANA/WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER 6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-309-4185 PortlandWomensMikvah.com
RACHEL’S WELL COMMUNITY MIKVAH Schnitzer Family Campus, 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Mail: 6680 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 971-220-5580 mikvahpdx@gmail.com jewishportland.org/mikvah Community Mikvah owned and operated by the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland with supervision by the Oregon Board of Rabbis. Available for traditional and contemporary ritual immersions by all Jews in the Greater Portland area and beyond. Open by appointment only.
Rachel’s Well Community Mikvah is open to anyone who identifies as Jewish. Come for modern and traditional purposes. Celebrate a wedding or bar or bat mitzvah. Mark a milestone birthday or recovery from illness. Men’s hours Friday evenings. Mikvah operated under the supervision of the Oregon Board of Rabbis.
www.jewishportland.org
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SIMCHA VENDORS
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PACKOUZ JEWELERS Rick Mahler, Owner Ian Mahler, Sales Kari Mason, Sales 522 SW Broadway Portland, OR 503-228-3111 rick.mahler@packouzjewelers. com packouzjewelers.com Established in 1917, Packouz Jewelers is a family owned and operated business located in the heart of downtown Portland’s historic Broadway district. With a continued legacy of offering the finest timepieces and jewelry combined with unsurpassed
customer service, Packouz Jewelers has continued to bring a tradition of elegance and sophistication to Portland for 100 years.
SIMCHA VENUES
B’NAI B’RITH CAMP RETREAT CENTER Lincoln City, OR 503-452-3443 rentals@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org/rentals BB Camp Retreat Center is located just a mile from the Oregon Coast and nestled on the waterfront of Devil’s Lake. With various lodging options, facilities, amenities and delicious catering prepared on site, BB Camp Retreat Center is the perfect venue for weddings, conferences, family reunions, employee appreciation parties and everything in between. Overnight accommodations available for up to 300 guests.
INN AT NORTHRUP STATION Misty Moore, Sales and Marketing 2025 NW Northrup St. Portland, OR 503-224-0543 sales@northrupstation.com northrupstation.com Planning a special event? We would love the opportunity to welcome your friends and family to our locally-owned boutique hotel nestled in Northwest. This Portland hotel offers a colorful retro-modern vibe and unique experience starting with bowls filled with candy in the lobby upon arrival. The spacious suites feel like an urban studio apartment with every room offering either a full-kitchen or kitchenette. Complimentary on-site parking and continental breakfast is included with every stay.
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MARK SPENCER HOTEL Cydelle Higa-Johnston, Director of Sales 409 SW 11th Ave. Portland, OR 503-224-3293 or 800-548-3934 sales@markspencer.com markspencer.com The Mark Spencer Hotel is a historic hotel located in Downtown’s newest West End District. With 101 guest rooms and suites and over 3,500 square feet of meeting and event space, guests can experience the true essence of Portland and what it’s like to “Stay Like a Local.”
MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0111 oregonjcc.org/rentals From bar/bat mitzvah celebrations to auctions, parties, weddings, and meetings, the MJCC offers an ideal setting for your event. With a variety of flexible event spaces at very reasonable rates, the MJCC is available seven days a week along with free parking. Come check out our options – there’s something for everybody, and everybody is welcome. Our friendly, professional staff works with you to create the perfect atmosphere for you and your guests.
OREGON GOLF CLUB Rita Paolo, Private Event Sales Director 25700 SW Petes Mountain Road West Linn, OR 97068 503-650-6900 rpaolo@oregongc.com www.oregongolfclub.com Situated near Portland and set against the stark beauty of the Cascade Mountains, The Oregon Golf Club is a large wedding & event venue that features some of the most beautiful places to have your celebration in the
Portland Metro area. Enjoy appetizers on the garden patio until dinner is served in the Rose Pavilion, featuring 23-foot-high ceilings, custom chandeliers, and spectacular floor-to-ceiling windows. The perfect place to celebrate and dance the night away!
PORTLAND SPIRIT CRUISES & EVENTS Nathan Boese, Manager 110 SE Caruthers Portland, OR 503-943-9102 nathanb@portlandspirit.com portlandspirit.com The Portland Spirit fleet and its team of professionals, offer comprehensive services to help you plan a flawless wedding or special event. Cruise by the skyline of downtown Portland, or through the scenic Columbia River Gorge, on these spectacular moving venues!
all with all being treated equally in death, the deceased is dressed in simple shrouds and buried in a plain wooden (usually pine) box.
PORTLAND AREA
CHEVRA KAVOD HAMET Chevrakavodhamet@gmail.com, chevrakavodhamet.org or 503-568-1723 (Google Voice will ask your name before connecting you) Includes volunteers from Congregations Neveh Shalom, Havurah Shalom, Shir Tikvah, P’nai Or, Beth Israel, Shaarie Torah, Kol Ami and Beit Haverim as well as unaffiliated.
HEVRA KADDISHA OF PORTLAND
Michael Rosenberg, michael@cashcoloan.com or 503-519-2454 Includes volunteers from Congregations Kesser Israel, Chabad of Oregon, Beit Yosef, Shaarie Torah, and other congregations, as well as unaffiliated.
CORVALLIS AND SALEM
WILLAMETTE VALLEY JEWISH COMMUNITY BURIAL SOCIETY
THE STAMPFER RETREAT CENTER AT CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER Mail: 117 East Louisa St., #110 Seattle, WA 206-447-1967 retreatcenter@campschechter. org stampferretreatcenter.org Our 180-acre retreat center is nestled in the woods by a private lake near Olympia, WA. It is perfect for conferences, retreats and special events with a Challenge Course, Zipline, climbing tower, waterfront, fire pits and other camp facilities.
CHEVRA KADISHA/ JEWISH BURIAL SOCIETIES
Chevra kadisha, literally holy society, performs the traditional ritual of preparing individuals for burial. Volunteers carry out the ritual of washing, purifying and dressing the deceased, with men caring for men and women caring for women to maintain modesty even in death. Since Judaism promotes the dignity of
beitam.org, email office@beitam. org, or 541-753-0067
EUGENE
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL tbieugene.org , info@tbieugene. org or 541-485-7218
AHAVAS TORAH
Contact Rabbi Ozer Moskowski, ozer@akivaoncampus.com or 503-261-3850
MEDFORD/ASHLAND AREA
CHEVRA KADISHA OF THE ROGUE VALLEY Daniel Greenblatt, Daniel@ greenleafrestaurant.com or 541-941-1428
CENTRAL OREGON
Through the local congregations: Temple Beth Tikvah, Bend, info@bethtikvahbend.org or 541-388-8826 Jewish Community of Central Oregon, Bend; Rabbi Jay Shupack, jshupack@juno.com, info@jccobend.com
FUNERAL SERVICES
HESED SHEL EMET Oregon Jewish Indigent Burial Society Jemi Kostiner Mansfield, 503-805-1630 HesedShelEmetPDX@gmail.com jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/hesed-shel-emet
RIVER VIEW CEMETERY FUNERAL HOME Steve Moore, Managing Director 8421 SW Macadam Ave. Portland, OR 503-246-6488 info@ riverviewcemeteryfuneralhome. com riverviewcemeteryfuneralhome. com River View Cemetery Funeral Home was established in 2004 and is conveniently located on the grounds of River View Cemetery in Southwest Portland. The staff of this full-service funeral home is experienced in Jewish burial customs and committed to providing the highest level of quality service to the Jewish community. In addition to Managing Director Steve Moore, three funeral directors are on hand to assist with arrangements: Gary Sands, Christina Westin and Gordy Reece.
CEMETERIES
Many congregations maintain their own cemeteries; see congregations section for contact information.
JEWISH CEMETERY AT RIVER VIEW CEMETERY
0300 SW Taylors Ferry Road, Section 142 Portland, OR 97219 503-287-0066 | 503-246-4251
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School has embraced our youngest learners – sparking imaginations, instilling a sense of wonder, and providing the building blocks for the next generation of creative and confident problem-solvers. The children who are part of the Foundation School legacy embrace an “anything is possible” approach to life where they are asked to wonder, encouraged to inquire, and participate in the process of bringing young families together for a lifetime of friendship.
PJ LIBRARY PORTLAND
KIDS & TEENS FAMILIES
Rachel Nelson, Director of Educational Initiatives 6680 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachel@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/pjlibrary PJ (Pajama) Library, a Jewish Federation program, supports families raising Jewish children through the gift of high-quality GAN-GARRET Jewish children’s books and PRESCHOOL VANCOUVER music, along with resources, Now Enrolling! 9604 NE 126th Ave. events and programs. ALL Jewish Vancouver, WA families – dual heritage, single 360-256-0859 parent, same sex couples, TheGan.org traditional, cultural, etc. – with children ages 6 months through 8 years are encouraged to enroll AT NO COST to you as part of our community’s commitment to creating a vibrant Jewish THE GAN: PORTLAND community for all. JEWISH PRESCHOOL Mimi Wilhelm, Director PJ LIBRARY EUGENE6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR SPRINGFIELD 503-977-7850 PO Box 5924 Mimi@PortlandJewishPreschool. Eugene, OR 97405 com Nurturing capable, creative 541-484-2541 The Gan inspires curiosity, jewishfedlc.org/pj-library/ and kind learners in a joyful creativity and compassion in Jewish environment a joyful Jewish environment. PJ LIBRARY IN OREGON Children interact with materials (Oregon outside of Portland) as they explore, experiment and metro including Salem, Corvallis, discover. We foster a love for Ashland and Bend. lifelong learning and create a 503-496-7444 ext. 7018 vibrant community. ssigman@bbcamp.org pjlibrary.org PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL
FOUNDATION SCHOOL PRESCHOOL
PJ OUR WAY PJ Our Way is the extension of PJ Library for 9-11 year olds! PJ Our Way gives 9- to 11-year-olds the autonomy to pick a FREE book each month from four selections. pjourway.org
PRESCHOOLS
PRESCHOOLS DAY SCHOOLS
HIGH SCHOOL HEBREW/RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS
FOUNDATION SCHOOL
DAY CAMPS
Leah Conley, Director Congregation Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-293-7307 leahc@foundationschoolpdx.org foundationschoolpdx.org For over 60 years, Foundation
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Congregation Neveh Shalom & KINDERGARTEN Havurah Synagogue Inspired by 185 N Mountain Ave.Emilia Philosophy the Reggio
Mail: PO Box 1262 AllOR are97520 welcome | Small class sizes Ashland, Ages 12 months - 5 years 541-488-8887 Experienced teachers havurahshirhadash.org Afternoon enrichment programs
MAAYAN PRESCHOOL Tia Weniger, Early Childhood Flexible options: 2 to 5 days per week; morning, Directorand extended days; 7:30am-5:30pm full-day Tehila Derfler, Early Childood Contact: Leah Conley 503.293.7307; Judaic Specialist leahc@foundationschoolpdx.org 2 SW Touchstone Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org Maayanpdx.org
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PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL
6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-535-3536 pjaproud.org
1175 East 29th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-345-7314 tbieugene.org
POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Temple Emek Shalom 1800 E Main St. Mail: PO Box 1107 Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-2909 emekshalom.org
RIGHT START Rachel Nelson 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachel@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/rightstart Right Start provides funding to qualified families to help ensure children have the right start on developing a life rooted in Jewish values and traditions. The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland has made this gift available to the Jewish communities of Portland and SW Washington.
DAY SCHOOLS
MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL Aviel Brodkin, Principal of General Education & Guidance Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter, Judaic Studies Principal & Development Director Tia Weniger, Early Childhood Director 2 SW Touchstone Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org Maayanpdx.org Maayan Torah uses the best practices in education and focuses on the needs and progress of each student from 18 months to eighth grade. Our nurturing philosophy supports our students to develop their strengths and gives them a life-long connection to Judaism. We are dedicated to developing an environment of academic excellence and high student achievement. We seek to instill the love of Torah and Mitzvot as a wellspring, “Maayan,” in students’ lives.
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MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Rabbi Shneur Wilhelm, Principal 6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-977-7850 office@PortlandJewishSchool.com PortlandJewishSchool.com Maimonides Jewish Day School is an accredited, kindergarten through 8thgrade school committed to teaching the whole child, inspiring lifelong learning, and providing personalized, meaningful, and empowering Judaic and General Studies education for a diverse community of Jewish children. Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, Maimonides launches its new Montessori-inspired program and curriculum. The Montessori Method is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children, and it is employed in educational institutions worldwide.
Now Enrolling!
Welcome to
THE GAN Portland Jewish Preschool
At The Gan we aim to inspire curiosity, creativity, & compassion in children in an organic way. We incorporate best practices from a variety of educational philosophies inspired largely by the Reggio approach. We provide many opportunities for the children to interact with materials so that they can explore; experiment and discover toward becoming independent and inquisitive learners.
Nurturing capable, creative and kind learners in a joyful Jewish environment
FOUNDATION SCHOOL PRESCHOOL Congregation Neveh Shalom
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia Philosophy All are welcome | Small class sizes Ages 12 months - 5 years Experienced teachers Afternoon enrichment programs
The Gan Portland Jewish Preschool 6612 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, Oregon 97239 503.977.7850 portlandjewishschool.com
Flexible options: 2 to 5 days per week; morning, full-day and extended days; 7:30am-5:30pm Contact: Leah Conley 503.293.7307; leahc@foundationschoolpdx.org
Congregation Beth Israel Invites You to Join Our Community Explore the many opportunities for youth and families
MINI MENSCHES • A community for families with kids ages 0-5 • Open to CBI members and non-members • Make Jewish connections and meet other parents of young kids during Tot Shabbat, High Holiday Services and holiday celebrations!
1972 NW Flanders Street, Portland (503) 222-1069 • www.bethisrael-pdx.org
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL • Classes for kids ages 3-18 • Scholarships available and rolling enrollment • Experience dynamic Jewish and Hebrew language learning in an arts integrated environment. Cultural and family celebrations. Students explore Jewish identity, holidays, social justice and preparation for B’nei Mitzvah. Contact Chelsea@bethisrael-pdx.org for Mini Mensches & Youth Groups. Contact McKenna@bethisrael-pdx.org for Religious School.
YOUTH GROUPS • Dor Chadash: Grades 6 & 7 » Meet other Jewish middle schoolers at our monthly social events around the city. Young teens explore Jewish Identity and B’nei Mitzvah all while having a blast together! • PARTY: Grades 8-12 » Peer led teen community with fun events and trips. Jewish teens make connections and engage in social justice projects and learning while building a network of Jewish friends from around the city. PARTY is open to all Portland area reform Jewish teens.
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CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOLS
PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Merrill Hendin, Principal Sarah Kahn Glass, Admission Director Steve Albert, Executive Director 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0126 office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org PJA is a Jewish community day school accredited by Northwest Association of Independent Schools and a member of Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools. At PJA, we think for ourselves and work for the world. Our curriculum integrates Jewish learning and values with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) through a project-based learning approach, providing a foundation for success in high school, college and life. Each PJA student experiences small classes, dedicated teachers, and a community that is open to all. Â
MAIMONIDES & MONTESSORI Now go hand in hand. PortlandJewishSchool.com/MontessoriInspired
CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Shabbat School for grades K-5Â Wednesday Night School for grades 6-12 Programming for Young Children Families Adult Education classes events
Creating a vibrant intergenerational Jewish community!
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920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 9-210 education@shaarietorah.org  50*)226-61*1 For Enrollment Info: shaarietorah.org/education
HIGH SCHOOLS Â
ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL IN ISRAEL Hod HaSharon, Israel Regional contact: JNF, 1455 NW Leary Way #400, Seattle, WA 206-760-1188 ext. 941 jpincus@jnf.org amhsi.org Founded in 1972, Alexander Muss High School in Israel is the only pluralist, college prep, fully accredited program where high school students from the United States and across the globe study abroad together. Â
HEBREW/ RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS Â
BEIT HAVERIM RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS Classes: 1111 Country Club Road Mail: PO Box 311 Lake Oswego, OR 97034 503-310-9184 beithav.org  40 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
Northeast: 971-801-2424 Southwest: 503-977-9947 Southeast: 503-236-6642 Hillsboro: 503-747-5363 Vancouver, WA: 360-993-5222 Â
CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Michael Z. Cahana, Senior Rabbi Josh Kashinsky, Executive Director Ben Sandler, Education Director 1972 NW Flanders St. Portland, OR 503-222-1069 resources@bethisrael-pdx.org bethisrael-pdx.org Our nationally accredited Religious School guides students to apply Judaism’s teachings to their personal lives and our world; our adult education programming enriches both those new to Judaism and more advanced students. Â
CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION 7800 NE 119th St. Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088 jewishvancouverusa.org Â
HAVURAH SHALOM EDUCATION 825 NW 18th Ave. Portland, OR 503-248-4662 havurahshalom.org/ lifelonglearning Learning for all ages is part of Havurah Shalom’s mission. Adult education opportunities range from cultural/historical through literary/expressive to spiritual practice. Our Shabbat School (K-6) uses a family cooperative model in which parents teach a staff-guided and supported curriculum. We provide Middle School and High School programs for teens. Learn more at www. havurahshalom.org. Â
HEIMANN FAMILY WISDOM GARDEN HEBREW SCHOOL Havurah Synagogue 185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: P.O. Box 1262 Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-7716 havurahshirhadash.org
Chai Israel Scholarships Teen and College Israel Experiences The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland recognizes the power of teen travel to Israel. A formal Israel experience creates memories and impressions that last a lifetime. Chai Israel funding for summer and gap year programs in Israel recognizes the importance of these transformative experiences for our teens. jewishportland.org/travelisrael
One Happy Camper Federation’s One Happy Camper program provides new campers funding toward their first Jewish overnight camp experience. These incentive grants range from $700 to $1,000. Campers can choose from 155 overnight Jewish camps across the continent. jewishcamp.org/one-happy-camper/
Jewish Right Start Federation provides early Jewish education incentive grants to offset the cost of a child’s first year of Jewish preschool. Right Start grants range between $500 to $2,000 per child depending on the number of days a week the child attends preschool. jewishportland.org/rightstart
PJ Library 1,400 Portland-area children ages 6 months to 8 years receive PJ Library books in their homes each month, and an additional 382 kids ages 81⁄2 to 11 choose their own PJ Our Way books monthly. Jewish books at home help strengthen Jewish identity, family bonds and literacy. jewishportland.org/pjlibrary
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IVRIT ISRAELIT Hebrew program for Israeli & American-Israeli children ivritisraelit@gmail.com
KOL SHALOM CHILDREN’S EDUCATION 1509 SW Sunset Blvd., Ste. 1E Portland, OR 503-459-4210 kolshalom.org/childrenseducation/
THE NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT Rabbi Ariel Stone Katie Schneider, Administrative Director At the Tucker Maxon Oral School 2860 SE Holgate Blvd. Portland, OR 503-473-8227 katie@shirtikvahpdx.org shirtikvahpdx.org We love helping kids discover and strengthen their Jewish identity. From preK to b'nai mitzvah, we do this through 18 class sessions/year and a calendar full of congregation-wide celebrations. Give us a call!
NEVEH SHALOM ALIYAH PROGRAM 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-293-7306 nevehshalom.org/aliyah-k-6/ Neveh Shalom is known for our warm and vibrant youth community. ALIYAH students in grades K-12 experience holidays and traditions, gain strong Hebrew language skills, celebrate Bnai Mitzvah, and grow from the many opportunities for meaningful leadership within our inclusive after-school learning environment.
P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND SIMCHA SCHOOL 6948 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-248-4500 pnaiorpdx.org
SHAARIE TORAH EDUCATION PROGRAM Jude Kassar, Education Director 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-226-6131 shaarietorah.org 42 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
SHORESH: PORTLAND HEBREW SCHOOL 2 Touchstone Lane Lake Oswego, OR 503-278-5947 shoreshportland.com
SHUL SCHOOL Temple Emek Shalom 1800 E Main St. Mail: PO Box 1107 Ashland, OR 541-488-2909 emekshalom.org
DAY CAMPS
BB DAY CAMP PORTLAND Chanel Bourdeau, Camp Director 503-496-7447 pdx@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org/portland Located at Congregation Beth Israel, BB Day Camp offers a warm and welcoming camp experience filled with art, dance, water play, martial arts, gymnastics, music, Jewish enrichment and Shabbat celebrations for campers entering kindergarten through grade 6. Early and after extended care available.
CAMP GAN ISRAELVANCOUVER 9604 NE 126th Ave. Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859 tzivie@jewishclarkcounty.com JewishClarkCounty.com CAMP SEED 6688 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-5420 portlandkollel.org/kids/camp
GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP 6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246-KIDS (5437) cgiportland.com
MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Day Camp 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0111 oregonjcc.org/daycamp
PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0126 pjaproud.org/summer
environment that inspires all campers to grow and develop enduring Jewish identities.
Camp Miriam
RESIDENT CAMPS
CAMP MIRIAM
B’NAI B’RITH CAMP Michelle Koplan, Executive Director Bette Amir-Brownstein, Associate Camp Director 503-345-9451 info@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org Located on the beautiful Oregon coast, B’nai B’rith (BB) Camp is a vibrant and inclusive Jewish camp serving the Pacific Northwest since 1921. BB Camp has been a home away from home for generations of campers of different ages, backgrounds, denominations and abilities. Our unique culture is built on sharing fun experiences in a welcoming
Leah Levi, Registrar #303 - 950 W 41st Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 2N7 604-266-2825 registrar@campmiriam.org campmiriam.org Located on beautiful Gabriola Island in British Columbia, Camp Miriam offers an inclusive, empowering community for kids from Grades 2-11. Through fun and imaginative programming, we provide extraordinary experiences where everyone has the freedom to explore their values, express their ideas and make a difference. Campers learn about Israel, Jewish history, social justice and the environment. Kayaking, sports, Shabbat at the Point, Israeli dancing and overnight hiking trips – there’s adventure and magic for everyone.
empowering youth for over 70 years campmiriam.org
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overnight camp within the United States. Must demonstrate financial need.
CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER Zach Duitch, Executive Director Josh Niehaus, Director of Innovation & Programming Mail: 117 East Louisa St., #110 Seattle, WA 98102-3203 206-447-1967 info@campschechter.org campschechter.org Camp Solomon Schechter has a 60-year tradition of fun, friendship, and Jewish education immersion in the Pacific Northwest. Camp creates a unique, welcoming, and spiritual community for youth entering 1st-12th grades. Schechter’s spectacular 180-acre wooded facility located near Olympia WA, features a private lake, river, miles of hiking trails in pristine forests and wetlands, and outdoor adventure courses (ropes course, zip line, giant swing, and climbing tower). At Schechter, Judaism and joy are truly one!
URJ CAMP KALSMAN 425-284-4484 (winter) 360-435-9302 (summer) campkalsman.org
URJ CAMP NEWMAN Winter Office: 711 Grand Avenue, Suite 280 San Rafael, CA 415-392-7080 campnewman.org
CAMPERSHIPS
ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF https://ojcf.org/grantsand-scholarships/receive-ascholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish youth and teens from Oregon attending Jewish
BUNKCONNECT jewishcamp.org The Foundation for Jewish Camp also offers first-time camper families another opportunity to save. Through this program, eligible families pay introductory prices ranging from 40-60% off the camps’ listed rates.
JWEST CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM onehappycamper.org
YOUTH GROUPS
BBYO Portland: 503-496-7448 Eugene: 503-349-6605 bbyo.org
CTEEN PORTLAND Portland, OR 971-801-2424 jewishnortheast.com
JEWISH CUB SCOUTS PACK 739 (grades 1-5) Portland, OR pdxcubpack739@gmail.com
align with their Jewish values. The program strives to develop future community leaders.
PORTLAND RISHONIM/UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH Neveh Shalom: Rabbi Eve Posen, 503-246-8831 ext. 136 Shaarie Torah: 503-226-6131 portlandrishonim.org United Synagogue Youth: for 9th to 12th-graders.
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES
JSU-PORTLAND ONE HAPPY CAMPER jewishcamp.org The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland is proud to provide incentive grants for up to $1,000 for your child’s first summer at Jewish overnight camp.
503-504-1301
JR NCSY 503-504-6430 oregon.ncsy.org
NCSY 6688 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR oregon.ncsy.org Oregon: 503-757-3037 Portland: 503-504-1301 Eugene: 503-261-3850
Jewish Community Relations Council
CHAI ISRAEL Rachel Nelson 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachel@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/travelisrael Jewish Federation of Greater Portland provides 18% of the published cost for an Israel experience for ALL Portland-area teens (up to $1,800). Grants also available for immediateposthigh school eligible gap year programs. For those enrolled in a congregational high school program, the Oregon Board of Rabbis continues its Teen Israel program in partnership with the Arthur Krichevsky Fund at OJCF, the teen’s home congregation and JFGP.
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NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH Congregation Beth Israel, Portland 503-222-1069
bethisrael.org/youth
OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY YOUTH FOUNDATION 1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328 ojcf.org The Oregon Jewish Community Youth Foundation empowers Jewish teenagers to take action by grant making, volunteering and advocating for causes that
BB CAMP INCLUSION PROGRAM Shayna Sigman, MSW; Inclusion Coordinator Bette Amir-Brownstein, Associate Camp Director 503-496-7450 ssigman@bbcamp.org bamirbrownstein@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org For campers with special needs and disabilities at B’nai B’rith Camp. BB Camp is proud to be a boundless Kehila (community) of different ages, denominations, backgrounds, languages and abilities. When you’re part of a community like this – one that accepts, and encourages everyone’s strengths – it’s life changing. Campers and staff learn about themselves, relating to others, form a family of friends they’ll have for life, and of course, have a lot of fun.
TASK, YOUR JEWISH CONNECTION TO DISABILITY AWARENESS/JFCS Janet Menashe, Disabilities Inclusion Specialist 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 122 janetmenashe@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
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MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL
6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland pjaproud.org 503-244-0126
2 SW Touchstone Dr. Lake Oswego, OR Maayanpdx.org • 503-245-5568
At PJA, students from 6 weeks through 8th grade thrive in an academically excellent environment that honors the whole child. PJA nurtures and inspires positive Jewish engagement, respect and responsibility for the world. Our Jewish values are the guiding principles of our school: study, respect, identity, responsibility, community and appreciation. “We are raising mensches – good people who think for themselves and work for the world,” says PJA Principal Merrill Hendin. We provide a strong foundation in academics, ethics and values. Our graduates are poised to be leaders and learners in high school and beyond. From the time they are very young, a child’s ability to inquire is nurtured. PJA’s emphasis on project-based learning and focus on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) encourages students to explore many areas of interest and make connections between their studies and the real world. As a community Jewish day school, we offer a rich and diverse program in Jewish studies that enhances critical thinking skills steeped in tradition. Students learn Hebrew as a modern language of communication as well as a way to connect with ancient texts. PJA also offers extensive enrichment programs including music, visual and media arts, drama, service learning and volunteer opportunities, P.E., wellness and health classes. Our Makerspace supports classroom learning and provides a place for students to explore, create, design and innovate. Collaborative and integrated learning gives students the foundation to “think for themselves and work for the world.” Families of all backgrounds are welcome at PJA.
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During the first year on its own campus, Maayan Torah Day School expanded extracurricular programs and outdoor activities. With large outdoor gardens, sports area and indoor performing arts auditorium, the school is poised to welcome more than 100 students this fall. Last year’s academic growth included a “STEM Challenge” and Torah Fair that integrated science in many of the projects. Students studied the science of vision in conjunction with the Jewish concept of looking at people positively. “The kids were enthralled with more science-related experiences,” says General Education Principal Aviel Brodkin. “Our creative students developed remote-controlled tissue boxes and zipline people bridges.” Accredited by AdvancED, Maayan offers academic excellence in Judaic and general studies for children from 18 months through eighth grade. “Children in our school feel that they love being Jewish and this begins with experiences that start in our preschool,” says Brodkin. That vibrant Jewish atmosphere with a focus on Torah study, Israel and living as Jews continues through eighth grade. “Maayan” is Hebrew for a spring of water; at Maayan, teachers seek to instill in each student the love of Torah as a wellspring in their lives. Maayan’s learner-centered education prioritizes students’ active participation in acquiring knowledge. “Our preschool builds ideas and imagination, teaches kids how to be a friend, and how much joy there is in learning,” says Brodkin. In elementary school, teachers use current best teaching practices to engage students. This year, middle school girls will share experiences with residents at Mirabella retirement community thanks to a grant Maayan received from the Legacy Heritage Better Together Program. The school also will unveil its new nonfiction research library this year. Judaic Studies Principal Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter says, “Good education and positive classrooms can inspire students to reach goals that they never before thought possible!”
MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL 6612 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR PortlandJewishSchool.com 503-977-7850
THE GAN-PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL 6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland PortlandJewishPreschool.com 503-977-7850
Maimonides Jewish Day School is an accredited, kindergarten through 8th-grade school committed to teaching the whole child, inspiring lifelong learning and providing personalized, meaningful and empowering Judaic and general studies education for a diverse community of Jewish children. Maimonides’ administrators and faculty wondered if they could make Maimonides even more personal, meaningful and inspiring. Enter the Montessori method of education. The Montessori Method is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children, and it is employed in educational institutions worldwide. Beginning with the 2019-20 school year, Maimonides launches its new Montessori-inspired program and curriculum. “Our community and our world continue to grow and become more diverse,” says Maimonides Principal Rabbi Shneur Wilhelm. “Maimonides is committed to evolve to meet today’s challenges while maintaining a strong commitment to the teachings of the Torah and the Jewish way of life.” Before deciding to implement the new programming, school leaders visited schools around the country that have initiated Montessori-style programs and curriculum. “Integrating Montessori-inspired practices means increasing trained staff for greater individualized attention for our students and the creation of student work plans,” says Rabbi Wilhelm, adding the updates will “strengthen our already robust core values and mission.” The new approach will augment the school’s already successful program. Core courses incorporate reading, writing, math, science, social studies and art. The low teacher-student ratio offers individualized instruction to ensure the maximum academic and social growth of each student.
At The Gan-Portland Jewish Preschool, children thrive in a creative, progressive Jewish environment under the care of exceptionally nurturing staff. The preschool serves children ages 12 months to 5 years. The preschool’s warm and welcoming atmosphere has developed a diverse, community-centered program that is joyfully Jewish. The school’s foundation leans on a love for Jewish identity, the pedagogical principles of Reggio-Emilia educational philosophy, and a deep respect for nature and the whole child. The Gan earned eco-friendly certification the first year, built a natural playscape their fourth year and incorporates gardening as a central piece of the curriculum. The whole child is respected, nurtured and academically challenged. “We believe that children learn best when they are encouraged to explore their environment and express themselves through words, movement, drawing, painting, playing and other natural modes of expression,” says Preschool Director Mimi Wilhelm. “We promote an atmosphere in which children can develop collaboration and critical thinking skills that will serve them throughout their lives. At The Gan, our passion is to inspire curiosity, creativity and compassion in a joyfully Jewish environment!” The Gan nurtures development and education through open-ended, investigative opportunities for learning that bolster children’s natural curiosity and the joy of discovery. Discoveries from hands-on science experiences such as gardening or observing hatching chicks are used to help the children reach literacy, math and other early childhood academic goals. Weekly, children enjoy music, art, yoga and Hebrew with special instructors. Children bake challah every Friday, celebrate Jewish holidays, and explore Jewish traditions, music and symbols. Mitzvah projects bring joy and meaning to Jewish life for children at The Gan. OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020 47
CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL 1972 NW Flanders St., Portland bethisrael-pdx.org/education 503-222-1069
At Congregation Beth Israel, students learn Jewish values and ideas, then put them into action. Every year CBI’s high school students travel together to Los Angeles, to the American South to study the Civil Rights Movement, and to Washington, D.C., to participate as lobbyists with the Religious Action Center for Reform Judaism. This year, our efforts focused on gun violence prevention, economic justice and climate change. But putting values into action isn’t just for our oldest students. “Our teachers, clergy and staff are dedicated to creating meaningful and joyful Jewish learning experiences,” says Education Director Ben Sandler. Students of all ages engage with and draw values from Jewish texts, and become more connected to Judaism and each other as they apply those Jewish values to improving our world. CBI’s arts-integrated curriculum combines Jewish culture with core curriculum and Hebrew language studies. Through drama, music, visual arts, stories and dance, our students build community, celebrate together and explore their own everchanging Jewish identities. Each week our learning community participates in a lively Mispacha Minyan, a family service with our dynamic clergy who integrate storytelling, humor, learning, dance and music into the prayer experience. “Our dedicated, engaged and energized teachers, and students, clergy, parents and staff make CBI’s Religious School special,” says Sandler. “The people create a welcoming, interesting and fun Jewish educational setting.” CBI also has outstanding opportunities for teens to connect socially and cultivate leadership skills locally and regionally in NFTY-affiliated youth groups and Madrichim program. Please contact Education Director Ben Sandler, Sr. Program Manager-Youth and Family Chelsea Ferguson, or Education Administrator McKenna Means to learn more about our Religious School and Early Childhood Education communities, classes, youth group opportunities and family education.
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CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland Neveh Shalom ALIYAH program: nevehshalom.org | 503-293-7309 Foundation School Preschool: foundationschoolpdx.org 503-293-7307
At Neveh Shalom, our goal is for children to feel at home in Judaism. From birth through high school we offer innovative and engaging educational experiences that nurture our children’s hearts, bodies and minds. Beginning with Tot Shabbat and Foundation School, our youngest learners are immersed in a joyful Jewish environment. Leah Conley leads Foundation School’s programs for children ages 12 months through pre-K. Kindergarten through 6th-graders in our ALIYAH program enjoy a large and vibrant youth community, led by our Director of Congregational Learning Mel Berwin. Hebrew, Jewish building blocks, mitzvot, lifecycle, holidays and electives such as music, arts, dance and Jewish history D&D are all part of the varied and active curriculum. Shabbat and holiday programming continues through the elementary ages leading students to the awesome milestone of becoming b’nai mitzvah. Students in 7th-12th grades continue learning and social connection through in-depth conversation in Tichon, Neveh Shalom’s Wednesday night program for teens, and USY, which offers trips throughout the Northwest to connect with Jewish peers. Intergenerational and inter-communal programs bring together members across demographic groups and expand our children’s and families’ connections with each other. Our teachers care about the success of each student and create a learning environment that supports every child in his/her learning as well as in building a strong community of friends. Our program is dedicated to the inclusion and participation of every child in our community, so that all students can learn with and from each other.
THE NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT Congregation Shir Tikvah 7550 NE Irving St., Portland shirtikvahpdx.org • 503-473-8227
Shir Tikvah was founded 15 years ago. The education program has grown from a handful of students to more than 80 between the ages of 5 and 13. The independent, progressive approach appeals to Portland families who are looking for a connection with other Jews and a place for their children to learn at their own pace and level.“We had the rare opportunity to create a program from scratch, which allows us more flexibility to adjust our teaching based on who walks through our doors,” says Education Director Katie Schneider. “What appeals to one set of kids might not work the next year. We want to nurture a lifelong love of Judaism and Jewish learning.” The Nashira Education Project meets for classes on 18 Sundays a year at the Tucker Maxon School on Southeast Holgate Street, a space Shir Tikvah rents to accommodate the size of their group. The focus for younger students is holidays, stories, art and oral Hebrew. As they grow, the curriculum broadens to include Hebrew reading and projectbased learning around mitzvot, tzedakah, history and Jewish culture. While kids are in class, Rabbi Ariel Stone leads a parent discussion group. “It’s that kind of direct access to her and each other that builds strong connections between families,” Schneider says. Throughout the year, families gather at the synagogue building just north of Glisan for Shabbat and holiday celebrations. B’nai mitzvah students meet with tutors for a rich, individualized experience as they look forward to being called to the Torah for the first time. Nashira Education Project classes start in October. For more information, contact education@ shirtikvah.org.
HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES Portland State University 465 UCB, 1881 SW 5th Ave. PO Box 751 Portland, OR 97207 pdx.edu/judaic | 503-725-8449
The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies was established to foster academic achievement, civic engagement and leadership skills through rigorous and in-depth interdisciplinary study of Jewish history, culture and civilization. “Thanks to the program’s intimate learning environment, students benefit from the type of personal attention normally associated with small liberal arts colleges while still having the advantages of a large urban university,” says Natan Meir, Lokey Associate Professor and Academic Director of PSU’s Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies. The four core faculty members – Meir; Rabbi Joshua Stampfer Associate Professor of Israel Studies Nina Spiegel; Associate Professor Loren Spielman; and Professor Michael Weingrad – focus on ancient Judaism, modern Jewish history, Israel studies and Jewish literature. Working with affiliated faculty in Hebrew language, medieval history and Middle East studies, they create an enriching and stimulating atmosphere. “We offer an array of scholarships intended to ease financial pressure on students so they can focus on their studies,” says Meir. Scholarships cover from $500 to $5,000 of annual tuition and include the new Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships, which offer Judaic Studies majors $5,000 annually for up to four years. Students undertaking the B.A. in Judaic Studies can choose from concentrations in Judaism; Jews in Antiquity; Israel Studies; Modern Jewish History; and Literature, Culture and the Arts. Integral to the program’s mission is a strong commitment to community engagement, which includes a broad array of programming such as lectures, seminars and arts events. Last year’s events roster included “Being A Stranger – The Story of a Wandering Jew” (the annual Gus and Libby Solomon Memorial Lecture) and “My Dear Children,” an award-winning documentary on pogroms in Eastern Europe.
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COLLEGES
THE HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY Natan M. Meir, Academic Director University Center Bldg., Ste. 465 1881 SW 5th Ave. PO Box 751 – JST Portland, OR 97207 503-725-8449 judaicst@pdx.edu pdx.edu/Judaic
The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies fosters academic achievement, leadership skills and civic engagement through the interdisciplinary study of Jewish history and culture. Our faculty – Natan Meir (Lorry I. Lokey Assoc. Professor of Judaic Studies – modern Jewish history), Nina Spiegel (Rabbi Joshua Stampfer Assoc. Professor of Israel Studies), Assoc. Professor Loren Spielman (ancient Jewry) and Professor Michael Weingrad (modern Jewish literature) – create an enriching, stimulating atmosphere for a diverse, engaged group of students.
SCHOLARSHIPS
COLLEGES SCHOLARSHIPS GAP YE AR CAMPUS GROUPS ADULT EDUCATION YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL/NE T WORKING GROUPS EMERGENCY AID SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES
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ARTHUR P. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-andscholarships/receive-ascholarship/
Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing post-high school Jewish studies within the United States through qualified programs at accredited institutions. Must demonstrate financial need. Also provides direct scholarship support to day schools and to the Oregon Board of Rabbis’ Teen Israel Experience.
REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF ojcf.org/grantsand-scholarships/ receive-a-scholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing higher education within the United States for accredited college, university and/or graduate school. Must demonstrate financial need and commitment to community. LESTER & ANNETTE GOLDSCHMIDT HILLEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-andscholarships/receive-ascholarship/
Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing higher education at the University of Oregon. Must demonstrate financial need and commitment to community. SUSSMAN FUND FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES Rachel Nelson: rachel@ jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/sussman
The fund was established by Lillian and Gilbert Sussman to provide grants to Jewish students from the Portland area for their higher education. Students pursuing undergraduate studies at an accredited college in the U.S. are encouraged to apply by March 1. PSU JUDAIC STUDIES/ HEBREW SCHOLARSHIPS https://www.pdx.edu/judaic/ scholarship-internshipopportunities
The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies at Portland State University awards multiple scholarships annually as provided by our supporters: Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships: The new Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships offer Judaic Studies majors tuition support of $5,000
annually for their entire undergraduate career at PSU (up to four years). The Lois Berlin, John May, Ida & Sam Shleifer Endowed Shleifer Scholarship: The Shleifer Scholarship awards $5,000 annually in tuition support to Judaic Studies majors. Sara Glasgow Cogan Internship: The Sara Glasgow Cogan Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to full-time Judaic Studies majors or minors who undertake creditbearing internships in local Jewish communal and cultural organizations. This scholarship covers the cost of internship for six credits of tuition (three credits each over two terms). Abigail Jacobs-Kaufman Scholarship: The Abigail JacobsKaufman Scholarship awards $1,000 annually to Judaic Studies majors or minors. Applicants will be selected on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated financial need. The Lorry I. Lokey Israel Travel Scholarship: The Lorry I. Lokey
SUN AM, TUE EVE, AND THU EVE OPTIONS
Endowed Fund for Israel Scholarship provides $1,000$5,000 annually for a Judaic Studies major to travel to and study in Israel. Aspen Mitzvah Fund Scholarship: The Department of World Languages & Literatures offers renewable scholarships of up to $1,000 to students enrolling in and completing second- and third-year modern Hebrew sequences.
GAP YEAR
MASA ISRAEL Gap year programs in Israel for high school graduates
JewishReed.com
masaisrael.org/gap-year
Chabad at Reed promotes Jewish pride, study and celebration for all Jews regardless of background or affiliation. We offer engaging events on and off campus: Shabbat dinners, holiday programs, classes, social action opportunities and more.
TIVNU: BUILDING JUSTICE Gap year and summer high school programs 7971 SE 11th Ave. Portland, OR 503-232-1864
tivnu.org CAMPUS GROUPS
GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL
AKIVA COLLEGE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
CHAI ISRAEL
503-261-3850
6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 jewishportland.org/travelisrael
Jewish Federation of Greater Portland provides 18% of the published cost for an Israel experience for ALL Portlandarea teens (up to $1,800). Grants also available for immediate-post-high school eligible gap year programs.
CHABAD HOUSE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
HILLEL AT THE U OF O 1059 Hilyard St. Eugene, OR 541-343-8920 oregon.hillel.org
239 E 14th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-801-8653 jewisheugene.org
HILLEL AT OSU
CHABAD AT REED
Corvallis, OR 541-343-8920 oregonstate.hillel.org
Rabbi Dov & Chani Bialo 3355 SE Steele St.
Legacy Heritage wishes a happy and healthy new year to all of our partners and fellows in your community
LEARN MODERN HEBREW
Q&A SESSION
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LEWIS & CLARK HILLEL
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JEWS NEXT D’OR
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ADULT EDUCATION BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY
MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND
Rabbi Motti Wilhelm, Director Chabad of Oregon 2317 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 503-977-9947 RabbiMotti@ChabadOregon.com Jportland.com
The Benaroya Jewish Learning Academy provides JLI courses locally. JLI is the world’s preeminent provider of Jewish learning. CLE & CME accredited courses. An aha! moment in every lesson. CONSCIOUS TORAH 2531 Chula Vista Blvd. Eugene, OR 541-514-2571
INSTITUTE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-246-8831 judaicstudies.org
INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS Oregon Board of Rabbis Portland, OR 971-248-5465 oregonboardofrabbis.org
1972 NW Flanders Portland, OR 503-222-1069
events for 22- to 32-year-old Jews moishehousepdx@gmail.com image.png Portland www.moishehouse.org/find-ahouse/portland/ www.facebook.com/ MoisheHousePDX/
NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP nextgenerationsgroup.wordpress. com
OJCF GIVING COUNCIL 1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328
6688 SW Capitol Hwy
503-892-7417 ben@jewishportland.org
Portland, OR abbie@onetable.org onetable.org
jodiberris@aol.com
SOCIAL/NETWORKING GROUPS
Meets Thursdays at Shaarie Torah 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR jerrybrem@comcast.net
EMERGENCY AID JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND
The OJCF Giving Council is a community of Jewish professionals who pool their charitable donations to give collaboratively to deserving nonprofit organizations. The group holds a variety of charitable events throughout the year. ONETABLE
6688 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-5420 portlandkollel.org
TALMUD STUDY GROUP
OJCF’s Professional Advisors Group is comprised of attorneys, accountants, and financial/wealth advisors. The group provides educational programming, continuing education credits and networking opportunities for attendees at lunch meetings held 2-3 times per year.
6680 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 97219
PORTLAND KOLLEL
Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-293-7306 nevehshalom.org/adult-ed/
1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328 ojcf.org
OREGON JEWISH MOUNTAINEERS
ojcf.org
OneTable is a nonprofit organization that empowers young adults of all backgrounds in building a lifelong Shabbat practice that is authentic, sustainable and valuable to their Jewish journey. We do this by supporting community members between the ages of 21-39 in exploring Jewish culture and identity and in developing key hosting, guesting and community organizing skills.
NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION
OJCF PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP
Provides culturally-competent counseling services utilizing a trauma informed approach for individuals, couples, and families. Additionally, free, in-home solution-focused counseling services for seniors and people with disabilities through the Program to Encourage Active & Rewarding Lives (PEARLS). Offers child and family workshops for community organizations. Support groups for family caregivers. We accept Medicare, some commercial insurance, and offer sliding-scale options.
J-PRO OREGON
Jewish communal professionals 503-245-6219
JEWISH DAD’S NIGHT OUT Portland, OR 503-246-8831
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Portland, OR 97219 (541) 730-7538 https://climbingrocks.wixsite. com/website
PDX MOTS Portland, OR meetup.com/PDXMOTS-30s-40s/
PORTLAND JEWISH EVENTS 248-760-0743
WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY Portland, OR 503-892-3015 jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/womensphilanthropy Women's Philanthropy provides a place in the Portland Jewish community for all women to come together to promote, enhance and celebrate Jewish life. We are committed to building a Jewish community that is welcoming, engaging and demonstrates the impact a woman makes by having her voice heard.
COUNSELING JFCS COUNSELING SERVICES Douglass Ruth, LCSW, CCTP, Clinical Director 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 123 douglassruth@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
jewishportland.org/freeloan Loans available for up to $4,000 for life’s “ups and downs,” such as tuition, car repair, medical expense, debt consolidation, housing assistance, etc. Applicants must identify as Jewish, be 18 years or older, have a co-signer(s), and have lived in Oregon/SW Washington for at least 6 months. Visit webpage for complete list of guidelines and application.
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES KEHILLAH 6125 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4300 cedarsinaipark.org/ affordablehousing/
Independent special needs housing on the Cedar Sinai Park Campus. TIKVAH, SOCIAL AND RECREATION FOR DISABILITY COMMUNITY/JFCS Janet Menashe, Disabilities Inclusion Specialist 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 122 janetmenashe@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
S E I D U T S C I A D U J N I R MAJO Learn from caring feanctulctoymmunity tud s t i n k e s a clo in the n i d e e l t g s a e g n n E pus m a c n a gon b e r r u O n , a d n n a o l Port Live t n a r b i v f heart o
• Apply for the Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarship • Get $5000-$7000 in scholarship funds every year • Available to incoming students
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This may be the golden era for aging. With people living longer, seniors want more choices for living active, fulfilling lives. Abundant opportunities for stimulating educational and social programs are available, along with a wide variety of in-home, independent and assisted living options. The increase in in-home care providers and ways to increase accessibility and mobility enables seniors to stay in their homes longer if they choose. Many retirement communities are offering a continuum of care so that residents can receive the level of care they need as they age. Communities for seniors now offer many independent living options from cottages to apartments for active seniors. Even nursing home care is becoming more homelike with the advent of the Green House model and other settings that create a home for aging residents who need assistance to get through the day.
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We are privileged to be the keeper of many stories of families we've served over the decades, and we'll be sharing some of them during this anniversary year. Does your family have special memories of Robison Jewish Home, now Cedar Sinai Park? We'd love to hear your story! Please email us at MyCSPStory@CedarSinaiPark.org.
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FOOD KOSHER CERTIF YING AGENCY STORES RESTAURANTS
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Portland has become a culinary destination, and in recent years the state’s kosher options have expanded too. The rules regarding what foods are proper to eat originate in the Bible. The Israelites were given a long list of forbidden foods, including animals that didn’t both chew their cud and have split hooves, rodents, birds of prey, shellfish and fish without fins and scales. Exodus added the restriction: “You shall not boil a kid in its mother’s milk.” The evolution of Jewish dietary laws evolved from there as Talmudic rabbis strove to ensure the mandate was upheld giving rise to the separation of milk and meat. Jewish concerns extend to how food is
slaughtered, prepared and served. For an animal to be kosher, or fit for consumption, it must be killed in a prescribed way – the swiftest, most painless and humane death for an animal. Although kosher laws have their origin in the Bible, with modern food production concerns, kosher is considered the gold standard by many consumers looking to verify the safety and purity of the food they eat. Our food pages include both kosher and non-kosher listings.
CERTIFYING AGENCY
NEW SEASONS MARKET
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OREGON KOSHER
16 stores in greater Portland Area
6698 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-343-3497 oregonkosher.org
STORES
(Although all grocery stores carry kosher certified products, the following have expanded kosher offerings)
ALBERTSONS AT SHATTUCK 5415 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246-1713
BURLINGAME FRED MEYER 7555 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 503-452-3000 503-246-2374
SAFEWAY (Oregon Kosher certified bakery; kosher fish; kosher Sushi by special order) 8145 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 503-452-6068 ext. 1210
TRADER JOES 503-777-1601 Trader Joe’s locations offer a pamphlet listing their kosher items.
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Nine Locations in Washington and Oregon
(Bagels certified by Oregon Kosher) 1325 SE Tacoma St. 6420 SE Foster 523 NE 19th Ave. Portland, OR hhboiledbagels.com
HOLY SMOKES (Glatt Kosher Smoked Sandwiches certified by Oregon Kosher) 3975 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy. Portland, OR 503-706-1006
KRISPY KREME (Certified by Oregon Kosher) 16415 NW Cornell Road Beaverton, OR 503-645-2228
LEIKAM BREWING TAPROOM (Beers certified by Oregon Kosher) 5812 E Burnside St. 503-477-5246 leikambrewing.com
SUNNY’S LEGENDARY FROZEN YOGURT (Yogurts and most toppings certified by Oregon Kosher) 4397 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 971-271-8348
RESTAURANTS
BEETROOT MARKET & DELI 1639 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR 503-227-2154 beetrootmarketanddeli.com
FAIRYTALE BROWNIES
BOWERY BAGELS
(Vaad, Dairy) 4610 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix 800-324-7982 brownies.com service@brownies.com Since 1992, Fairytale Brownies has been spreading joy around the world one brownie gift at a time! We lovingly handcraft gourmet brownies, cookies and bars every day at the Fairytale Bakery, then deliver them fresh to your lucky recipient in gorgeous gifts for birthdays, holidays, everyday occasions and more. To this day, we take pride in sourcing the finest all-natural ingredients like Callebaut Belgian chocolate to create a delectable kosher treat they won’t ever forget!
(Bagels certified by Oregon Kosher) 310 NW Broadway Portland, OR 503-227-NOSH (6674) bowerybagels.com
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ISRAEL
DEAD SEA 62 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
teens (up to $1,800). Grants also ide EMTs with Israel celebrated its 71st Protect Israel’s ng to respond anniversary available for immediatepostas a modern Supply crucial blood supply. error attacks. lifesaving equipment. high school eligible gap year state on May 9, 2019.
programs. Yom Ha’atzmaut not only marks the dream of restoring Jewish David Adom is Israel’s emergency medical first responder, ambulance, CONSULATE GENERAL independence in our ancestral od-services organization. MDA operates 168 emergency medical stations ISRAEL homeland, it also celebrates all medicalOF out Israel, responds to nearly half a million emergency calls each 456 Montgomery, Ste. 2100 and collects, safety and distributes nearly the blood for Israel’s thetests, great achievements ofallthe s, including all the blood needed by the IDF. San Francisco, CA last 71 years. Over the past seven looking to make a difference for Israel and secure the nation’s415-844-7510 health decades, Israel has given the ety this coming year, there’s no better way than through a gift to MDA. embassies.gov.il/san-francisco world amazing advances from give today. Shanah Tovah. agriculture to high tech. Magen David Adom at afmda.org/rosh or call 800.323.2371.
MEMBER FINRA
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (AFMDA)
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ISRAEL/ISRAEL BONDS
Western Region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 750 Los Angeles, CA 800-323-2371 western@afmda.org afmda.org Magen David Adom is Israel’s national ambulance, bloodservices and disaster-relief organization, serving as emergency medical firstresponders for the state’s more than 8.5 million people. MDA is the only organization mandated by the Israeli government to serve in this role, but it’s not a government agency, so it relies on people like you for funding. Through your gift, you’re saving lives.
Daniel Klein, PNW Executive Director Leora Litov, PNW Executive Assistant 1300 Clay St., STE 600 Oakland, CA 94612 510-645-1584 sanfrancisco@israelbonds.com or Daniel.klein@israelbonds.com https://israelbonds.com/Home. aspx Development Corporation for Israel/Israel Bonds – a FINRAmember broker dealer that underwrites securities issued by the State of Israel in the United States – ranks among Israel’s most valued economic and strategic resources, with a record of proven success spanning nearly seven decades. Praised for its dependability, the Bonds organization has helped build every sector of Israel’s economy.
AIPAC Washington & Oregon Office 206-624-5152 aipac.org
ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE Seattle, WA 206-448-5349 Seattle.adl.org
each project, each program, each partnership is consistent with our strategic vision – population growth in the north and south, infrastructure development, heritage preservation, ecology and forestation – all for the land and people of Israel.
J STREET PORTLAND
Boaz Meir, Executive Director 303-573-7095 ext. 977 Jackson Pincus, Campus and Israel Programs Admissions Director 206-760-1188 ext. 941 1455 NW Leary Way #400 Seattle, WA bmeir@jnf.org | jpincus@jnf.org jnf.org JNF plants trees, builds houses, sources water solutions, buys fire trucks and improves the lives of people with special needs. We boost tourism, support Aliyah, build medical centers, and fund agricultural and culinary research. We do all of these things because
PO Box 66073 Washington, DC 20035 503-422-2482 jstreet.org
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CELEBRATE
WITH ISRAEL BONDS A Gift With Meaning
ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6496 jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/ jewishcommunity-relations-council
CHAI ISRAEL 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachel@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/travelisrael Jewish Federation of Greater Portland provides 18% of the published cost for an Israel experience for ALL Portland-area
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Development Corporation for Israel
AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
JEWISH COUNCIL FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS
ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER Jewish Agency for Israel, Western Region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 225 Los Angeles, CA 323-658-7302 jewishagency.org/Aliyah
INVEST IN ISRAEL BONDS
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Development Corporation for Israel Daniel Klein, Executive Director, Pacific Northwest daniel.klein@israelbonds.com • 510.645.1584
This is not an offering, which can be made only by prospectus. Read the prospectus carefully before investing to fully evaluate the risks associated with investing in Israel bonds. Member FINRA Photos: Three Star Photographers, Shayna Levy, Istock
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AUTO
CADILLAC OF PORTLAND/ LITHIA MOTOR COMPANY 9141 SW Canyon Road Portland, OR Sales: 5003-200-2533; Service 503-200-2535 CadillacPortland.com Exceptional in every way with one of the largest selections of Cadillacs in the state. Our elegant new facility embodies the best of the Cadillac legend: classic products and service delivered with the latest automotive technology and certified Cadillac service. Our trained sales staff will help you every step of the way during your Cadillac shopping experience. The knowledgeable parts department can help you with any replacement parts and authentic Cadillac accessories.Â
FINANCIAL
BUSINESS AUTO FINANCIAL GIF TS H E A LT H INSURANCE JEWELRY R E A L E S TAT E
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and management. We offer an array of services to help both individuals and businesses meet their financial goals.
GEFFEN MESHER Michael A. Rompa, CPA, Managing Shareholder Tania Gitch, CPA, Shareholder, Tax Chair Graham Petersen, CPA, Shareholder, Real Estate Chair 888 SW 5th Ave., Suite 800 Portland, OR 503-221-0141 | 800-819-0141 Geffen Mesher, a Portlandbased accounting and consulting firm, focuses on providing ongoing financial strategy, accounting and tax services for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. We serve many industries and create solutions that help our diverse clientele plan and build their financial pictures wisely. For more than 85 years, our focus has taken us beyond the numbers and into the lives, plans, and strategic goals of our clients.
 FIRST REPUBLIC BANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT Rebecca DeCesaro, Senior Managing Director
ROSENBAUM FINANCIAL Mark Rosenbaum, President & CEO
Barbara Palmer, Regional Managing Director
Kim Rosenberg, Managing Principal
947 SW Broadway
Melissa Franco, Director of Operations
Portland, OR rdecesaro@firstrepublic.com
150 SW Harrison St., #300, Portland, OR
firstrepublic.com
503-352-1300
First Republic is a clientfocused private bank specializing in wealth creation
rosenbaumfinancial.com
503-471-4906
melissa@rosenbaumfinancial. com
Rosenbaum Financial, in the 60+ year evolution to an Independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), is and has been rooted in providing financial savvy and compassionate leadership to our clients and to our community. As the financial industry has evolved in a myriad of ways since the 1950s, so have we, always a tick above the trends and our clients’ changing needs and desires. We provide comprehensive financial planning strategies to include: Investment Management, Financial Planning, Insurance Planning, Charitable Giving.
SIMON FINANCIAL SIMON FINANCIAL SERVICES Morton J. Simon, CLU, LACP Portland, OR 503-516-7843 Do you have a life insurance policy you no longer need or can afford? Before you let it lapse or sell it, call me for an appraisal.
GIFTS
FAIRYTALE BROWNIES 4610 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix 800-324-7982 brownies.com service@brownies.com Since 1992, Fairytale Brownies has been spreading joy around the world one brownie gift at a time! We lovingly handcraft gourmet brownies, cookies and bars every day at the Fairytale Bakery, then deliver them fresh to your lucky recipient in gorgeous gifts for birthdays, holidays, everyday occasions and more. To this day, we take pride in sourcing the finest all-natural ingredients like Callebaut Belgian chocolate to create a delectable kosher treat they won’t ever forget!
URDES MILLER GROUP Tony Urdes, CIMA, Sr. VP Investments Bianca Urdes, MBA, Associate VP Investments Ken Miller, Senior VP Investments 121 SW Morrison St., Suite 1800 Portland, OR 503-499-6276 tony.urdes@stifel.com UrdesMiller.com With more than 65 years of industry experience it is our privilege to advise families across generations and to build relationships that pass the test of time. Pursue what matters: wealth management for your investments, business, passions, or legacy. We can help. Tell us your goals, and we’ll create a strategy that reflects your unique situation. Let’s talk.
SCHMATTEES Deborah Muller, Creator/Owner 602-515-2304 shopschmattees.com deborahmuller@cox.net Schmattees is a fun new apparel line for men, women and children that combines a little bit of cheekiness and a whole lot of chutzpah. Incorporating Jewish culture and rituals, Yiddish expressions, and cool graphic designs, Schmattees will be your "Chosen" gear when you want to show your Jewish pride AND sense of humor! A perfect gift for Hanukkah, bar or bat mitzvahs, weddings, birthdays or to treat yourself!
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carolyn and robin Skin by Lovely specializes in FDA-approved, natural-looking, nonweinstein
surgical, medical facial aesthetics and rejuvenation treatments. They are certified by Allergan, the makers of Botox and Juvederm, as a Top 10 facial aesthetic practice in the United States and a Top 20 account for Galderma, the makers of Dysport and Restylane. ® Be Lovely….with Skin by Lovely.
each client and the community—through innovation, education, hard work and unparalleled service. Visit fourniergroup.net to learn more.
JEWELRY
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INSURANCE
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PACKOUZ JEWELERS Rick Mahler, Owner
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FOURNIER GROUP 510 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 701
to learn Portland, OR
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more visit
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or contact us personally
Established in 1917, Packouz Jewelers is a family owned and operated business in the heart of downtown Portland’s historic Broadway district. Packouz Jewelers offers the finest timepieces and jewelry combined with unsurpassed customer service.
Headquartered in Portland with offices in New York and California, Fournier Group is a dynamic independent insurance agency 503.802.6405 carolyn 503.802.6415 robin providing a broad array of risk management solutions to diverse REAL ESTATE @ people and businesses nationwide. Fournier Group takes pride in being different from other agencies and in making a difference—for
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Have a life insurance policy you no longer need or can afford? Before you let it lapse or sell it, at least get an appraisal. I have done several of these.
SIMON FINANCIAL SERVICES Morton J. Simon, CLU, LACP 503.516.7843
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HASSON COMPANY Carolyn Weinstein, Principal Broker Robin Weinstein, Principal Broker 25 NW 23rd Place, Ste. 4 Portland, OR 503-802-6415 Carolyn 503-802-6405 Robin Weinsteinc@hasson.com carolynandrobin.hasson.com It takes smart, savvy expert Real Estate professionals to navigate the intricate Portland-area market and help clients seize opportunity when it strikes. Carolyn and Robin are agents who are that valuable weapon for finding hidden gems, negotiating great deals and delivering exceptional results. Only industry leaders like them can draw on their invaluable knowledge, connections and resources to pull out all the stops for their clients’ ultimate satisfaction. 50 years combined experience isn’t expensive, IT’S PRICELESS.
PRESENTS
FRONT & CENTER
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COVER ARTIST:
Marc Bennett Brings The History of the Star of David to Life Through Art THE ARTWORK on the cover of this year’s Resource Guide and this Front & Center supplement features the work of Jewish filmmaker and artist Marc Bennett, who was born in Brooklyn, NY, and now resides in Aspen, CO. Jewish identity has been the subject of many artists’ work. Bennett continues this tradition by asking the question, “What if the Star of David could speak?” Bennett created The History of the Star of David artwork to serve as a time capsule that invites us to discover the centuries-long evolution of Judaism’s iconic star. “The History of the Star of David speaks volumes for the Jewish nation. Bennett, has created a profound and colorful
Artist Marc Bennett
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artistic vehicle to educate children, as well as adults, about Jewish history, culture and identity through the evolution of the Magen David, one of the most recognizable, yet least understood symbols on the planet,” says Nurit Greenger, executive director, Western Civilization Heritage, Israel Program Center. Bennett’s collage traces the evolution of the Star of David, from its first known use through its most recent appearance on the flag of the State of Israel. The History of the Star of David artwork features 18 Star of David images meticulously selected for their historical significance and story-telling. One of the earliest known uses of the Star of David is a decorative stone
carving from the synagogue in Capernaum, found near the Sea of Galilee in Israel. Bennett originally created The History of the Star of David artwork as a gift donated in conjunction with congregants Judi and Alan Altman to Rabbi Mendel Mintz to mark the opening of The Aspen Jewish Community Center. Since then, many notable Jewish centers have invited Bennet to share his artwork. In the spirit of tzedakah, 10% of all History of the Star of David art sales will be donated to Soroka Medical Center, which provides state-of-the-art medical care for the Negev’s 1.2 million residents living in Israel’s most diverse region. StarofDavidArt.com
FRONT & CENTER
MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Mittleman Jewish Community Center Your Spot for Culture
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he Mittleman Jewish Community Center (MJCC) has been a vital part of the greater Portland community for over 100 years. We provide a gathering place for the local Jewish community as well as warmly embracing people of all faiths within our membership. The MJCC is an inclusive and welcoming hub for a diverse community, fostering lifelong wellness and providing dynamic social and educational experiences, grounded in Jewish values and culture. We envision a thriving, diverse Jewish community, and embrace a central role in welcoming all to gather, connect, learn and celebrate life.
DAVID ROTHMAN IN CONCERT
AUTHOR SERIES: JOSH FRANK
Mittleman Jewish Community Center October 10 and 24, 2019
Location: TBA January 15, 2020
FILM SCREENING AND CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR AIMEE GINSBURG BIKEL
AUTHOR SERIES: YOUSEF BASHIR
Mittleman Jewish Community Center October 28, 2019
FILM SCREENING: AMERICAN CREED AND CONVERSATION WITH DIRECTOR, SAM BALL Mittleman Jewish Community Center November 20, 2019
Mittleman Jewish Community Center (Possibly Muslim Education Trust Campus) May 5, 2020
Mittleman Jewish Community Center Lenny Steinberg, Program Director 6651 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, OR mjcc@oregonjcc.org 503.244.0111 www.oregonjcc.org
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The Arts in Oregon Jewish Life October 2018-Summer 2019 There is no denying that art elicits a wide range of emotions. An actor’s performance can take you on a journey to a different place and time; a beautiful painting in an art gallery can draw you into the landscape; and listening to music can transport you to a specific place and time that brings back feelings of great joy, sadness or a mix of both. Whenever, wherever and however you experience art, it enriches your life.
OCTOBER 2018
Wendelin Russell was one of 24 juried artists exhibiting at ORA’s annual Celebration of Art at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center. Wendelin exhibited her acrylic paintings, such as this Comic Form, at the show and sale of creations by Northwest Jewish artists. 70 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
NOVEMBER/ DECEMBER 2018
At a Portland screening of her film “Chasing Portraits,” Holocaust scholar Elizabeth Rynecki shared her quest to find the portraits her great grandfather Moshe Rynecki hid at the outbreak of World War II. Elizabeth said, that “after seeing my great-grandfather’s art, the audience will gain a better understanding of the rich and vibrant world of PolishJewish art that was lost during the war.”
JANUARY 2019
The 120+ acts of creation by Portland artists at the Fertile Ground Festival of New Works included at least four by Jewish artists or about topics of special interest to the Jewish community: “Tether: ADHD+BDSM” by Sara Fay Goldman; “A Dangerous Joy,” by Terry Lomax; “I’m a Slut, Sababa” by Caitlin Beckwith-Ferguson; and “Hazardous Beauty” by Bonnie Ratner.
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FEBRUARY 2019
Israeli Musician Eli Degibri performed at the Biamp PDX Jazz Festival, which is under the artistic direction of Don Lucoff who integrated Jewish musicians into this year’s festival.
FEBRUARY 2019
A Feb. 5 lecture at the Portland Art Museum analyzed the importance of ghetto photographers during the Holocaust. The works of Henryk Ross, Lodz Ghetto photographer, were on display at both PAM and the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education from October through February.
MARCH 2019
Jewish classical pianist Florence Deutsch, who was born in Romania, and Brazilian-born Sergio Botelho, performed as Duo Becar at the 11th Annual Sounds of Brazil PDX.
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The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education opened the exhibit “Mel Bochner – Enough Said.”
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he 30th season here at triangle is about celebrating the human spirit. The mission of triangle productions! is to entertain and educate through the celebration and presentation of contemporary live theatre, and to promote diversity and acceptance through the presentation of accessible, high-quality productions addressing a broad range of social and political issues. Established in 1989, triangle productions! has produced rich stories told through diverse perspectives, particularly the gay perspective. The theatre deeply values both artists and audience members equally, ensuring that each feels included and that every show embodies a core of truth and humanity.
30th SEASON DARCELLE: THAT’S NO LADY PSU/Lincoln Performance Center Sept. 19-Oct. 5
SCROOGE IN ROUGE The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza Nov. 29-Dec. 14
LIFE. ACCORDING TO MORTY AND RUTH The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza Jan. 30-Feb. 15
BLOOD BROTHERS The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza March 5-21
MY BUDDY BILL The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza May 7-23
SEX TIPS FOR STRAIGHT WOMEN BY A GAY GUY The Sanctuary at Sandy Plaza June 6-23
Triangle Productions! 1785 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 503-239-5919 triangleproductions1@gmail.com info@trianglepro.org trianglepro.org
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MAY 2019
Iraqi-Israeli international musician Yair Dalal performed an intimate evening concert at Congregation Shir Tikvah on May 12.
APRIL 2019
Portrait Connections founder Elaine Eisenbraun brings smiles to seriously ill children and their families with portraits of the children.
APRIL 2019
Henry Winkler may be best known as his role as The Fonz, but during an episode of “Better Late Than Never,” when he saw the memorial plaque for his Uncle Helmut in Berlin, proved to be one of his most emotional appearances on film.
SUMMER 2019
OJMCHE presents Hans Coper – Less Means More, the sculptural work of Hans Coper (1920-1981), a radical Jewish artist of the mid-20th century who was at the vanguard of British studio ceramics. The exhibit continues until Sept. 22. 74 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2019-2020
FRONT & CENTER DIRECTORY BONHAMS Sheryl Acheson Portland Sheryl.acheson@bonhams.com 971-727-7797 or 503-312-6023 bonhams.com/oregon One of the world’s oldest and largest auctioneers of fine art and antiques. Bonhams’ Portland regional office provides local access to the exceptional resources of our extensive global network. Whether building a collection or consigning property to our global auctions, we offer key benefits including complimentary auction appraisals, expert specialists in numerous departments, exceptional customer service, access to thousands of collectors, as well as Trust Accounting.
BROADWAY ROSE THEATRE COMPANY Box Office: 12850 SW Grant Ave. • Tigard, OR 503-620-5262 info@broadwayrose.org broadwayrose.org Broadway Rose is Oregon’s premier musical theater company and has been producing professional musical theater in two Tigard locations since 1992. Upcoming performances: Once (Oct. 3-27), Up and Away ( Jan. 23-Feb. 23, 2020), Ain’t Misbehavin’ (March 26-April 26, 2020), Crazy for You ( July 2-26, 2020), The Wedding Singer (Aug. 6-23, 2020), Loch Lomond (Oct. 1-25, 2020).
MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Lenny Steinberg, Program Director 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-535-3555 Lsteinberg@oregonjcc.org oregonjcc.org The Mittleman Jewish Community Centers (MJCC) offers a wide range of social, cultural educational and arts programs. Here at the J, you can attend concerts, films, lectures, exhibitions and so much more!
OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION Judith Margles, Director 724 NW Davis St. • Portland, OR 503-226-3600 info@ojmche.org ojmche.org Main Exhibits: Through Sept 22: HANS COPER – LESS MEANS MORE; Oct. 3-Jan. 26, 2020 Bernstein at 100! the first large-scale multimedia museum exhibition to illustrate Leonard Bernstein’s life, Jewish identity and social activism in the context
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FRONT & CENTER DIRECTORY of his position as an American conductor and his works as a composer. It features interactive media and sound installations along with approximately 100 historic artifacts, including Bernstein’s piano, marked-up scores, conducting suit, annotated copy of Romeo and Juliet used for the development of West Side Story, personal family items, composing easel and a number of objects from his studio.
PACKOUZ JEWELERS Rick Mahler, Owner 522 SW Broadway • Portland, OR 503-228-3111 rick.mahler@packouzjewelers.com packouzjewelers.com Established in 1917, Packouz Jewelers is a family owned and operated business in the heart of downtown Portland’s historic Broadway district. Packouz Jewelers offers the finest timepieces and jewelry combined with unsurpassed customer service.
PROFILE THEATRE Cambria Herrera, Interim Director of Donor & Patron Relations 216 NW 13th Ave. • Portland, OR 97209 503-242-0080 info@profiletheatre.org profiletheatre.org
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Profile Theatre is unique in that we devote our entire season to an in-depth exploration of a playwright's vision. Our 2019-20 season “Generations” deploys our mission to a special effect, featuring plays by Paula Vogel, Lynn Nottage and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins over the course of two years. By the end of this one-of-a-kind experience, we will have our perspective broadened and have explored the meaning of artistic lineage.
TRIANGLE PRODUCTIONS! Donald Horn, Executive Director/Founder 1785 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 503-239-5919 info@trianglepro.org trianglepro.org For nearly 30 years triangle productions! has brought thoughtprovoking theater to the Portland area. Our mission, is “to entertain and educate through the celebration and presentation of contemporary live theater, and to promote diversity and tolerance through the presentation of accessible, high-quality productions addressing a broad range of social and political issues.”
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CONSULATE GENERAL OF ISRAEL 63 •ADULT DAY SERVICES AT CEDAR SINAI PARK 54 • COURTYARD VILLAGE AT RALEIGH HILLS 56 • AFMDA 80 CTEEN PORTLAND 44 AHAVAS TORAH SYNAGOGUE 26,35 DAIRYHILL ICE CREAM 61 AKIVA COLLEGE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 51 • DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ISRAEL/ISRAEL BONDS 34,63 ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF 44 EASTSIDE JEWISH COMMONS 21 ALBERTSONS AT SHATTUCK 61 EVERYTHING JEWISH 34 ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL 40 • FAIRYTALE BROWNIES 61,65 • ALL IN ONE MOBILITY 54,59 • FIRST REPUBLIC BANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT 4,65 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (AFMDA) 63 • FOUNDATION SCHOOL 36,39 AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 63 • FOURNIER GROUP 7,66 ANSHE SHALOM 26 GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP 42 ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE 63 GAN-GARRET PRESCHOOL VANCOUVER 36 ARTHUR P. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF 50 • GEFFEN MESHER 4,65 • B’NAI B’RITH CAMP 34,43 GESHER – A BRIDGE HOME 26 BB CAMP INCLUSION PROGRAM 44 GIFT (GIVING IT FORWARD TOGETHER) 21 BB DAY CAMP PORTLAND 42 GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL 51 BBYO 44 HADASSAH, PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION 21 BEETROOT MARKET & DELI 61 HADASSAH, PORTLAND CHAPTER 21 BEIT AM 26 HADASSAH, SHALOM CHAPTER 21 BEIT HAVERIM 27 • HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM BEIT HAVERIM RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS 40 IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY 49,50,53 BEIT YOSEF 27 • HAROLD SCHNITZER CENTER FOR LIVING 56 BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY 52 • HAVURAH SHALOM 15,26,27 • BONHAMS 71,75 HAVURAH SHALOM EDUCATION 40 BOWERY BAGELS 61 HAVURAH SYNAGOGUE 27 BUNKCONNECT 44 HEIMANN FAMILY WISDOM GARDEN HEBREW SCHOOL 40 • BROADWAY ROSE THEATRE COMPANY 75,76 HENRY HIGGINS BOILED BAGELS 61 BURLINGAME FRED MEYER 61 • HESED SHEL EMET 35 • CADILLAC OF PORTLAND/LITHIA MOTOR COMPANY 10,65 HEVRA KADDISHA OF PORTLAND 35 CAFE AT THE J 61 HILLEL AT OSU 51 CAMP GAN ISRAEL-VANCOUVER 42 HILLEL AT THE U OF O 51 • CAMP MIRIAM 43 HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SERVICES 54 CAMP SEED 42 HOLY SMOKES 61 • CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER 42,44 HOOD RIVER HAVURAH 26 • CEDAR SINAI PARK 55,56,58 • INN AT NORTHRUP STATION 29,34 CENTRAL COAST JEWISH COMMUNITY 26 INSTITUTE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES 52 CHABAD AT REED 51 INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS 52 CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE-SALEM 25 • ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC 63 CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOLS 40 ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER 63 CHABAD HOUSE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 51 IVRIT ISRAELIT 42 CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF HILLSBORO 25 J STREET PORTLAND 63 CHABAD OF CENTRAL OREGON 25 J-PRO OREGON 52 CHABAD OF CLARK COUNTY 25 JACKSON WELLSPRINGS 33 CHABAD OF EUGENE 25 JEWISH BUSINESS NETWORK 21 CHABAD OF NE PORTLAND 25 JEWISH CEMETERY AT RIVER VIEW CEMETERY 35 CHABAD OF OREGON 25 JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON 26 CHABAD OF SOUTHERN OREGON 25 JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL 21 CHABAD OF SW PORTLAND 25 JEWISH COUNCIL FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS 63 CHAI ISRAEL 44, 51,63 JEWISH CUB SCOUTS PACK 739 44 CHEVRA KADISHA OF THE ROGUE VALLEY 35 JEWISH DAD’S NIGHT OUT 52 CHEVRA KAVOD HAMET 35 JEWISH ENCOUNTER GROUP 26 • COMMUNITY CHAPLAIN 26 JEWISH EVENTS WILLAMETTE VALLEY 21 CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM 27 • JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICES 21,23 • CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL 27,39,48 JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF LANE COUNTY 21 CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 40 • JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PORTLAND 21,33,41 CONGREGATION KESSER ISRAEL 26 JEWISH FEDERATION OF LANE COUNTY 22 CONGREGATION KOL AMI 27 • JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND 52 CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION 40 JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF OREGON 22 • CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM 15,25,2648,52 JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY 22 • CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH 26,27,40,42 • JEWISH NATIONAL FUND, PACIFIC NORTHWEST 22, 63 • CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH 15,26,38,49 JEWISH WOMEN’S ROUND TABLE 22 CONSCIOUS TORAH 52
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JEWS NEXT D’OR 52 JFCS COUNSELING SERVICES 52 JR NCSY 44 JSU-PORTLAND 44 JWEST CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM 44 KEHILLAH 52 KESSER PRIME TIME 52 KOL SHALOM 26 KOL SHALOM CHILDREN'S EDUCATION 42 KRISPY KREME 61 • LEGACY HERITAGE 51 LEIKAM BREWING TAPROOM 61 LESTER & ANNETTE GOLDSCHMIDT HILLEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF 50 LEWIS & CLARK HILLEL 52 MAAYAN PRESCHOOL 36 • MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL 37,38,46 • MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL 38,40,47 • MARK SPENCER HOTEL 31,35 MASA ISRAEL 51 MAYIM SHALOM 26 MAZON: A JEWISH RESPONSE TO HUNGER 22 MIKVAH MEI MENACHEM 33 MIKVAH SHOSHANA/WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER 33 • MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER 17,22,23,35,42,69,75 MOHELS 33 MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND 52 • NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT 42,49 NCSY 44 NEVEH SHALOM ALIYAH PROGRAM 42 NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION 52 NEW SEASONS MARKET 61 NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP 52 NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH 44 NORTH COAST SHABBAT GROUP 26 • NORTHWEST PLACE 56,57 OJCF GIVING COUNCIL 52 OJCF PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP 52 ONE HAPPY CAMPER 44 • ONE TABLE 52 OR HAGAN: LIGHT OF THE GARDEN JEWISH COMMUNITY 27 OREGON BOARD OF RABBIS 22 • OREGON GOLF CLUB 31,35 OREGON ISRAEL BUSINESS ALLIANCE 63 • OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 5,22 OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY YOUTH FOUNDATION 44 OREGON JEWISH LIFE 22 OREGON JEWISH MOUNTAINEERS 52 • OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION 22,75,76 OREGON KOSHER 61 • P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND 15,27 P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND SIMCHA SCHOOL 42 • PACKOUZ JEWELERS 3,34,66,68,76 PDX MOTS 52 PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN 36 PJ LIBRARY EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD 36 PJ LIBRARY IN OREGON 36 PJ LIBRARY PORTLAND 36 PJ OUR WAY 36 PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY 43
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POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 38 • PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY 17,37,38,40,46 PORTLAND JEWISH EVENTS 52 PORTLAND KOLLEL 52 PORTLAND RISHONIM/UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH 44 • PORTLAND SPIRIT CRUISES & EVENTS 31,35 PORTLAND WOMEN’S TEFILLAH 26 PORTLAND’S UNSHUL 26 • PROFILE THEATER 75,76 PSU JUDAIC STUDIES/ HEBREW SCHOLARSHIPS 50 • RACHEL’S WELL COMMUNITY MIKVAH 33 REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF 50 RELIGION OUTSIDE THE BOX 26 RIGHT START 38 • RIVER VIEW CEMETERY FUNERAL HOME 32,35 • ROBISON HEALTH & REHABILITIATION CENTER 58 • ROSE SCHNITZER MANOR 58 • ROSENBAUM FINANCIAL 65,IBC SAFEWAY 61 • SCHMATTEES 34,66 SE PORTLAND CHABAD 25 SHORESH: PORTLAND HEBREW SCHOOL 42 SHUL SCHOOL 42 • SIMON FINANCIAL SERVICES 65,66 SINAI IN-HOME CARE 56 • SKIN BY LOVELY 11,66 • SPRINGRIDGE AT CHARBONNEAU 57,58 • STAMPFER RETREAT CENTER AT CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER 35 STANDWITHUS NORTHWEST 63 SUNNY'S LEGENDARY FROZEN YOGURT 61 SUSSMAN FUND FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES 50 TALMUD STUDY GROUP 52 TASK, YOUR JEWISH CONNECTION TO DISABILITY AWARENESS/JFCS 44 TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL 26,35 TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL 38 TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM 26 SM TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH 27 TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM 27 • THE GAN: PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL 36,39,47 • THE HASSON COMPANY 10,66 TIGARD CHABAD 25 TIKVAH, SOCIAL AND RECREATION FOR DISABILITY COMMUNITY/JFCS 52 TIVNU: BUILDING JUSTICE 51 • TRIANGLE PRODUCTIONS 2,73,76 TRADER JOES 61 UMPQUA VALLEY HAVURAH 26 • URDES MILLER GROUP 9,65 URJ CAMP KALSMAN 44 URJ CAMP NEWMAN 44 WHOLE FOODS MARKET 61 WILLAMETTE VALLEY JEWISH COMMUNITY BURIAL SOCIETY 35 • WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY 52
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How you can help Israel have a healthy New Year.
Provide EMTs with training to respond to terror attacks.
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Protect Israel’s blood supply.
Magen David Adom is Israel’s emergency medical first responder, ambulance, and blood-services organization. MDA operates 168 emergency medical stations throughout Israel, responds to nearly half a million emergency medical calls each month, and collects, safety tests, and distributes nearly all the blood for Israel’s hospitals, including all the blood needed by the IDF. If you’re looking to make a difference for Israel and secure the nation’s health and safety this coming year, there’s no better way than through a gift to MDA. Please give today. Shanah Tovah. Support Magen David Adom at afmda.org/rosh or call 800.323.2371.
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