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CONGREGATIONS 34 Chabad 35 Conservative 35 Humanist 36 Independent 36 Orthodox 36 Outreach 36 Reconstructionist 37 Reform 37 Renewal 38 Sephardic 38

LIFECYCLE 39 Circle of life 40 Mohels 45 Mikvahs 45 Simcha venues 46 Simcha vendors 46 Chevra kadisha 46 Funeral services 47 Cemeteries 47

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Families 50 Preschools 51 Day Schools 52 High School 53 Hebrew/Religious Schools 53

Day Camps 55 Resident Camps 55 Camperships 56 Youth Groups 56 Special Needs Resources 56

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COLLEGE/ADULTS 62 Colleges 62 Scholarships 62 Gap Year 63 Campus Groups 64 Adult Education 64 Young Adult 64 Social/Networking Groups 65 Emergency Aid 65 Special Needs Resources 65

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FRONT & CENTER An Arts & Entertainment Supplement 79-96 The Importance of the Arts 81 Reflections on How the Arts Enrich Society 82 The Arts in Oregon Jewish Life 90 Front & Center Directory 94 Sidonie Caron paints the world 96

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Although reflection is often the norm as one year ends and the new year begins, this year, we at Oregon Jewish Life are genuinely focused forward, on the future. Why this year in particular?

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Over the past 6½ years, we have been so focused on running the business that periodically we have lost sight of our equally important goal of positively impacting individuals and the community at large. Honestly, most days I feel very grateful to be in the media business. Not a week goes by without someone telling us something positive about what we are doing or the impact we have had on them or a loved one. But how do we, as a company, positively impact the community in very tangible ways – even during the ups and downs of growing a young, entrepreneurial business? Is being a conduit between the community, sharing ideas and resources, enough?

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But these plans are not done in a vacuum. Growth without significance is somewhat hollow. “The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success, but on significance,” says Oprah. Those words resonate with me and I take them to heart. So we plan to innovate to make our contributions more significant. Innovation with significance! And as for John Wooden. Well, in truth, I just like the quote mentioned above. It pretty much says it all and is something to strive for personally and professionally.

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Sometimes answers come from surprising sources. In my case, it was a weird trifecta of an ice cream mogul, media royalty and a respected basketball coach: Jerry Greenfield (yes, the Jerry of Ben and Jerry’s), Oprah Winfrey and John Wooden (famed UCLA basketball coach). I know – it’s weird. Jerry Greenfield has often talked about how Ben and Jerry’s consciously explored the opportunities to address both profits and social conditions. As he has stated, “It’s a process of innovation.” So innovation, here we come. We are in the process of building products to help us innovate and communicate in new and more impactful ways.

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HIGH HOLIDAYS SHOFARS • HONEY • STAMPS • FUN FACTS • YOM KIPPUR A YEAR OF HOLIDAYS • SHABBAT

“Rosh Hashanah isn’t just about being new, it’s about a change.” — Max Levis

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The power of the shofar awakens us By Deborah Moon

Glen Coblens blows a long, curved shofar. PHOTO BY KEN KLEIN

he shofar is arguably the most powerful musical instrument in the world. Its mighty blast brought the walls of Jericho tumbling down. The long blast of the shofar accompanied Moses as he ascended Mount Sinai to receive the Torah. Mentioned often in the Torah and Talmud, the sound of the ram’s horn or shofar was used to announce the start of both holidays and war. Today, the haunting sound of the shofar awakens us from our spiritual slumber so we can reflect and repent as a new year begins.

We are commanded to hear the blast of the shofar on both days of Rosh Hashanah (unless one day is on Shabbat). This is the only biblical commandment related to Rosh Hashanah other than cessation of work (and specific sacrifices during the Temple era). Numbers 29:1: “And in the seventh month, on the first day, there shall be a holy convocation for you; you shall not perform any mundane work. It shall be a day of shofar sounding for you.” The shofar is also sounded on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, as a call for repentance, self-sacrifice and redemption. Some communities sound the shofar throughout OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019 15

Elul, the month leading up to Rosh Hashanah. A total of 100 blasts are to be blown each day of Rosh Hashanah. There are four traditional shofar sounds: tekiah, a long, unbroken blast; shevarim, three medium notes; teruah, nine rapid staccato notes; and tekiah gedolah, a triple tekiah lasting at least nine seconds, though often much longer. The long stable continuous sound of the tekiah gedolah is said to inspire a feeling of awe. The ram’s horn, the classic material for a shofar, has been called a reminder of how God decreed Abraham could sacrifice a ram rather than his son Isaac. While the ram’s horn is the archetypal shofar, any kosher animal horn can be used. Shofar.com describes four primary shofar types. Ram’s horn shofars from a domestic ram are the most common; used in both Ashkenazi and Sephardic communities, they are generally light in color, though black horns can be found. Moroccan and German Jews typically use flat ram’s horns; their popularity may stem from a time when persecution made an easily hidden ritual object essential. Bavli shofars are natural, unfinished ram’s horns with a very deep sound. Iraqi and Iranian Jews often use these. Yemenite shofars are made from the horn of a kudu antelope and are very long and often spiral. A shofar can be plain, polished, decorated or carved. Whatever type of shofar you hear, it is sure to stir your soul.

Ugandan Jews listen to a shofar blown by Lorne Mallin (2011) OJM06253p

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Clockwise, from top left: This long, polished shofar was a gift from the Ehrman family to Congregation Beth Israel in 1946 (now part of OJMCHE collection); a traditional ram’s horn shofar was a gift from M. Szekely to OJMCHE in 2016; two hand-painted shofars; and an embellished silver Yemenite shofar.

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INHERENTLY KOSHER, HONEY AUGURS SWEET NEW YEAR By Deborah Moon

regon offers a plethora of honey flavors to fulfill the custom of eating apples and honey to usher in a sweet New Year. “Raw honey is inherently kosher,” says Oregon Kosher Executive Director Tuvia Berzow. Bees, like all insects, are not kosher, and the laws of kashrut say nonkosher animals cannot produce kosher products. However, Tuvia says honey is considered kosher for two important reasons: The Torah calls Israel “the land of milk and honey,” and “Honey is not a secretion from the bee; it is a byproduct.” He adds that royal jelly, which worker bees feed the queen and which is used in some health food products, is not kosher since it is a secretion from the bee. Processed honey or honey with added flavors requires kosher certification. Oregon Kosher certifies Honey Ridge Farms honey crème line – Blackberry, Blood Orange, Clover, Coconut, Lavender, Lemon, Lemon-Lavender,

Spiced and Raspberry. The whipped honey crèmes are certified Kosher Parve; they are never cooked, retaining the natural goodness of raw honey, fruit and spice in a smooth, spreadable blend. Raw honey obtained from producers is inherently kosher as long as it is not bottled with equipment that has processed nonkosher items. That fact makes it easy for observant Jews to sample various raw honey flavors at local honey producers. “Honey is like tasting wine,” says Oregon Honey Festival Director Sharon Schmidt. “The flavor is dictated by the bloom the nectar is from, weather, minerals in the soil and pollutants in the atmosphere, which we’d like less of.” She says qualities used to describe the tremendous variations in honey include sweet, salty, bitter, astringent, smooth, runny and granulated. “You’d be surprised at what your taste buds will want more of,” Sharon adds. “The only way to find out is to try it.” “Honey was my gateway drug to beekeeping,” she says. Growing up in the Midwest she thought bottles of Sue Bee honey on grocery store shelves were what all honey tastes like. Then she sampled honey from bees pollinating Meadowfoam, an annual oilseed crop with a limited growing range centered in the Willamette Valley. “Meadowfoam is the most significant bloom for Oregon honey,” says Sharon. “It tastes sort of like marshmallows.” Beekeeper Ted Graumann, who is a member of Temple Emek Shalom in Ashland, says that other significant major nectar flows in the region include spring vetch, summer blackberry and late summer starthistle. Ted, who has about 150 to 175 hives, got into beekeeping five years ago “to get back to the basics of helping the bees to make a product that all love and appreciate.” Ted says he also became a beekeeper in part “to help with the bee losses of recent times.” Bees don’t just make honey; bees serve a vital role as pollinators of the world’s food crops. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, “of the top 100 crop species that provide 90% of food worldwide, 71 are pollinated by bees.” Clockwise from top right; Temple Emek Shalom member Ted Graumann has about 150 honey bee hives; a bee collects nectar from a field of Meadowfoam flowers; Oregon is home to many types of honey (HONEY PHOTO COURTESY OF OREGON CULTURAL TRUST).

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The Torah calls Israel “the land of milk and honey.”

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Rosh Hashanah stamps tell the story of Israel

By Rachel Neiman

very year at Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, the Israel Postal Company (previously the Israel Postal Authority) issues a festival stamp series including a firstday commemorative cancel for the series. The first festival series was issued in 1948. It was designed by Otte Wallish, the graphic designer responsible for the design and calligraphy of Israel’s Declaration of Independence, as well as the state’s first postage stamps. Wallish’s “flying scroll” design was based on ancient seals found on the handles of jars dating back to 700-600 BCE. According to the Israel Post website, it is impossible to say with certainty what the motif represents but since 1940s archaeological research associated the “flying scroll” with the first Jewish-Roman war and the Bar Kochba Revolt, it is fair to assume that Wallish was referencing this historical event as a parallel to the newly established State of Israel. The following year, the Wallish-designed 1949 festival series honored the freshly minted Israel Defense Forces, created by order of Prime Minister Ben-Gurion following the disbanding of all paramilitary groups that had fought prior to independence. Over the years, the festival series honored general themes such as Miriam Karoly’s 1955 series depicting biblical musical instruments; celebrated victories like Dror Ben Dov’s 1968 series honoring reunified Jerusalem; and paid homage to previously disenfranchised communities as in the 1974 series by Moshe Amar depicting the Sephardic synagogues of Jerusalem. During the 1980s, influenced perhaps by the opening of the Diaspora Museum in 1978, the festival series took a deep dive into Judaica and, in fact, for two years running presented artifacts crediting the museum in 1987 and 1988 in a series, also designed by Dror Ben Dov.

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In the 1990s, the Post Office developed a sort of 3-in-1 concept for the festival series, with the first stamp in the series presenting Rosh Hashanah, the second honoring Yom Kippur and the third celebrating Sukkot or Simchat Torah, as in the series designed by Ora and Eliyahu Schwarz in 1991. And just as the world looked forward to the new millennium, the Israel Postal Authority looked backwards in a nostalgiathemed festival series. Instead of presenting original graphics, as it had done for decades, the year 2000 series took inspiration from old Jewish New Year postcards provided by Israeliana ephemera collector Hayim Shtayer. Over the past decade, the festival series’ themes have focused more on the religious aspect of the High Holidays, as in the 2013 series “The Month of Tishrei” by Aharon Shevo. It presented three of the special customs associated with the period: the Tashlich ceremony of symbolically casting away any sins on water, the Yom Kippur Kol Nidrei prayer, and bearing the lulav (palm frond) at Sukkot. Last year’s series by children’s book illustrator Diana Shimon presented three special customs that are carried out in the dark: Selichot – prayers for forgiveness that are recited in the period leading up to Yom Kippur; sukkah-building, which traditionally takes place at night immediately after the end of Yom Kippur, and hakafot – dancing with the Torah scroll – on Simchat Torah. At press time, the 2018 Rosh Hashanah stamp had not been released so we are unable to share the theme behind this year’s special stamp. This article originally appeared on Israel21c.org. It has been edited from its original version.

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Some fun facts about

ROSH HASHANAH By Mala Blomquist

e all have learned the facts behind the holiday of Rosh Hashanah. That the holiday begins on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls this year on Sept. 9. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in Yom Kippur, or the Day of Atonement. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are the two High Holy Days in Judaism. But there are some lesser-known facts that surround the holiday that we thought would be fun to share.

being that it once was connected to a living animal. The good news is that you can purchase “shofar odor neutralizer spray” on Amazon from several different vendors for under $20. From the reviews, the sprays are successful although sometimes more than one application is necessary. One reviewer even recommended other uses for the spray that included applying it to the in spout of a vacuum cleaner, under the dashboard in the car and between the shoulder blades of their Great Dane.

ROSH MEANS HEAD

Although considered the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah does not mean “New Year” in Hebrew. The translation is actually “Head of the Year.” Just like your head (or more specifically, your brain) tells your body what to do, your actions and behavior on Rosh Hashanah have far-reaching consequences for the entire year. Among the many blessings in Deuteronomy 28 we read, “God will make you the head, not the tail,” and it is customary in some communities at the meal on the night of Rosh Hashanah to recite this blessing, ending it with the words, “may it be so.” It is also customary to then eat the head of a fish, but for those who are squeamish you can substitute gummy fish or fish-shaped crackers for the real thing.

Pomegranates, apples and honey are all foods that are symbolic to the holiday Rosh Hashanah. Every pomegranate is believed to contain 613 seeds. This number happens to be identical to the number of mitzvot (commandments) in the Torah. So, eating a pomegranate can be a symbolic way to display the desire to fulfill the mitzvot. The pomegranate is also written about in the Bible as one of the seven species identified within the land of Israel, and the fruit is depicted on the Temple King Solomon built in Jerusalem. We all know that eating apples dipped in honey facilitates that the new year will be a sweet one. But did you know that the opposite holds true as well? If you refrain from eating pickles, lemons and other sour foods at this time, you most certainly will avoid an unpleasant year ahead.

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The Jewish calendar follows a lunar schedule, with each month beginning on the new moon. So while Jewish holidays fall on the same day of the Jewish calendar each year, because the Jewish year is not the same length as a solar year on the Gregorian calendar (which is what the calendar on your smartphone is based on and what most of the Western world goes by), the dates shift annually. To further add to the confusion, the Talmud in Rosh Hashanah explains that Yom Kippur shouldn’t fall on the day before or after Shabbat, since two consecutive days when preparing food and burying the dead is prohibited, could be problematic. The first morning of Rosh Hashanah can be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Shabbat – never Sunday, Wednesday or Friday. If Rosh Hashanah were to fall on a Friday, Yom Kippur would fall on a Sunday. Thank goodness in this day and age we can just Google, “When does Rosh Hashanah start?” and get our answer immediately.

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The song, “Who By Fire,” written by Leonard Cohen is based upon the U’Netaneh Tokef. This prayer is chanted on both days of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur. The singer-songwriter shared the origins of the song in the 1980 documentary by Harry Rasky, The Song of Leonard Cohen: “That song derives very directly from a Hebrew prayer that is sung on the Day of Atonement, or the evening of the Day of the Atonement. Who by fire, who by sword, who by water? According to the tradition, the Book of Life is opened and in it is inscribed all those who will live and all those who will die for the following year. And in that prayer is catalogued all the various ways in which you can quit this veil of tears. The melody if not actually stolen, is certainly derived from the melody that I heard in the synagogue as a boy. But of course, the conclusion of the song, as I write it, is somewhat different, ‘Who shall I say is calling?’ Well, that is what makes the song into a prayer for me in my terms, which is who is it or what is it that determine who will live and who will die? What is the source of this great furnace of creation? Who lights it? Who extinguishes it?”

There are several significant differences between the way Yom Kippur is observed in Israel and the way it is observed by Jews in the diaspora.

Yom Kippur in Israel By Teddy Weinberger

n Thursday morning Sept. 20, I will open my newspaper and see the traditional day-after Yom Kippur picture: one of Israel’s busiest highways completely deserted during the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. Indeed, among the secular Israeli public, Yom Kippur is often thought of as “Bicycle Day,” since the absence of cars makes every street in Israel safe for bicycles. While it is true that if you are in Israel on Yom Kippur, you will certainly be amazed at the absence of vehicular traffic, there are several other significant differences between the way Yom Kippur is observed in Israel and the way it is observed by Jews in the diaspora. Perhaps the most crucial aspect of Yom Kippur observance in Israel does not take place on Yom Kippur at all – it takes place on erev Yom Kippur, which this year occurs on Tuesday, Sept. 18. Erev Yom Kippur in Israel is a national holiday: Government offices, banks, the stock market, schools, etc. are all closed. For some secular Israelis, Erev Yom Kippur becomes part of a two-day holiday from work; and if, as is sometimes the case, Erev Yom Kippur falls on a Sunday, then many Israelis are tempted to skip out on Yom Kippur that year in favor of a four-day European vacation (if they fight the temptation, different rules may apply; I once heard a woman say: “If I am in Israel, I fast on Yom Kippur”). On the other hand, for those who want to better prepare themselves for the Day of Atonement, Erev Yom Kippur provides one with plenty of time for study, meditation, going to the mikvah, praying the afternoon service at shul in the early

afternoon, and then a leisurely pre-fast meal. Since I am a religious Jew, I love it that Israeli society allows me the luxury of taking my time to transition into the holiest day of the year. In the days leading up to Yom Kippur, it is traditional to wish one another a “hatima tova,” which literally means: may you have a good “final sealing” (in the Book of Life). Though this wish would seem to display deep religious belief, Israelis from across the religious and secular spectrum have adopted it. It’s interesting because before the New Year “Shana Tova” is the overwhelmingly popular greeting, and only religious people will use the first stage of the traditional greeting (i.e., before Rosh Hashana it’s traditional to say “ketiva vehatima tova”– may you have a “good inscription and sealing” in the Book of Life). I guess that after the New Year has been ushered in, people feel that “Shana Tova” is a bit worn and that “Chag Sameach” (Happy Holiday) does not seem a good fit for a fast day, but yet they want a special Yom Kippur greeting and “hatima tova” is it. One more difference: the white robe known as a kittel is an outward sign of purity and holiness (appropriate for this day when, like angels, Jews do not eat). Most of the men in the various synagogues in which I prayed in the United States did not wear a kittel on Yom Kippur, and I assumed that this was because they did not feel pious enough. However, when I got to Givat Ze’ev, I saw that the kittel was standard attire for men. I decided to go with the flow, and so for many years now I have been a proud kittel-wearer on Yom Kippur. I know that this does not necessarily make me a tzaddik, but I hope that it’s a decent “sealant.” Besides, it’s fun to wear. Hatima Tova! Teddy Weinberger, Ph.D., writes from Givat Ze’ev, a suburb of Jerusalem. He and his wife, Sarah Jane Ross, made aliyah in 1997 with their five children. Teddy is director of development for Meaningful, a company that works with Israeli nonprofit organizations. OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019 23

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OF HOLIDAYS ROSH HASHANAH

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

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

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.

SHEMINI ATZERET/SIMCHAT TORAH

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

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 Greek-Syrian 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).”

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A YEAR FULL OF HOLIDAYS TU B’SHEVAT

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

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

Passover, also known as Pesach, is the eight-day observance commemorating the freedom and Exodus of the Israelites from 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

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

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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 two minutes of silence. At Yom HaShoah commemorations around the world, six memorial candles are lit to represent the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.

YOM HAZIKARON

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

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

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

Shavuot commemorates the anniversary of the day G-d gave the Torah to Moses and the Israelites at Mount Sinai.

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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

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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Begin Shabbat peace by baking challah By Beth Ricanati, MD SHABBAT: THE WEEKLY HOLIDAY The peace and beauty of Shabbat gives us the opportunity to step off the hectic train of the modern world and connect with friends, family and a sense of holiness. Candles mark both the beginning and end of this weekly holiday. Lighting the Shabbat candles 18 minutes before sunset signals the beginning of the day of physical rest and spiritual restoration. For many families, the Friday evening Shabbat dinner is one of the few family dinners where the flurry of the week takes a back seat to family time. Taking a break from chores, shopping and the ever-present electronic interruptions can make Saturdays both spiritually and physically rejuvenating. Twenty-five hours after it begins, the weekly holiday ends at nightfall (when three stars can be seen in the sky) when we light the braided Havdallah candle to light the way into the new week.

make bread every Friday. More specifically, I make challah for Shabbat. I made my first batch of challah dough more than 10 years ago, almost on a dare. It turned out so well, I did it again. Before I realized it, I had found my meaningful ritual. I have made challah on the east and the west coast. I have made challah while mourning the loss of both my father and my father-in-law. I have made challah while working as a busy physician at one of the world’s top hospitals and while working as a stay-at-home mom. I have made challah alone and with other women – some of them my dearest friends and some I had not even met before we started to bake bread. I have made multiple challahs at once, even carrying seven on a plane to Portland to share with my twin brother and his family when my nephew celebrated his bar mitzvah four years ago. Why have I, a physician who espouses healthy eating and healthy living, made a loaf of white bread every Friday? Because countless demands on my time and energy overwhelmed me. Because one night when my children were little, I even convinced myself that running in place in the upstairs bathroom while I sorted the day’s mail counted as exercise. Because as a physician I know all too well that stress like this makes us sick – not just theoretically sick, but actually sick. Because I learned I could change this pattern. In taking this time each Friday to sink my hands in a bowl of dough, I learned that I could stop for a half-hour and breathe while I cracked eggs and measured flour. I could stop and make something nutritious and delicious with my own hands and, in the process, I could reconnect with myself and with other women. I used to just prescribe medications such as calcium-channel blockers and beta-blockers; now, I also prescribe making challah. Challah is not any ordinary bread. It nourishes us both physically and spiritually. The longer I made challah, the more I wanted to learn its nuances and history. I didn’t know, for example, that challah isn’t the loaf of bread but actually the little nugget that you break off and say a prayer over. It’s a blessing to separate the dough and recite this prayer. I always feel calmer when I do this. Saying this blessing connects me to a larger world. This helps to ground me, keeps me in the here and now, keeps me present. Once the bread is baked and cooled, I place two loaves on a special platter and put a special covering on it, one that I purchased in Israel for this very purpose. We wait until dinner, until we say the prayers for Shabbat. Then we dive in. All is quiet for that first moment when everyone takes a bite of this week’s challah.

Beth Ricanati, MD, adapted this essay from her upcoming book, Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Challahs to be published on Sept. 18 from She Writes Press.

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Thanks for this wonderful Resource Guide On behalf of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland and our Jewish community, welcome to this wonderful Resource Guide. We are grateful to Oregon Jewish Life magazine for publishing this guide each year. It highlights the wide array of Jewish organizations, programs and services in the Oregon and Southwest Washington Jewish community. Oregon and Southwest Washington is home to approximately 43,000 Jews. We are one of the fastest growing Jewish areas in the country. The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland serves as a portal into Jewish life for everyone. We are a forward-thinking, community organizing/convening, problem-solving organization that raises funds to support our mission: to assure the strength and vitality of the Jewish people here and abroad. We continue to enhance the Jewish experience for people wherever they are and in whichever ways they wish to engage Jewishly. I am excited to share that in celebration of Israel’s 70th birthday, our community will host former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak on Oct. 14, 2018. This is quite an honor, and we hope the community will join us. Looking ahead, the Jewish Federation will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2020. We are excited to bring multiple programs to the community to celebrate: • March 18-29, 2020, will be the Trip of the Century! The Jewish Federation is sponsoring a community trip to Israel where we hope to bring hundreds of Portlanders. PDX Israel 2020! We have made this trip as inexpensive Marc (land costs only) as possible with adults costing $2,500, teens (ages 14-18) $2,000, and children (13 and under) are $1,800. This is a 5-star experience for the entire family. We welcome first-timers and manytimers, multi-generations and singles, those who wish to celebrate (and recelebrate) bat/bar mitzvah, and those who want a trip at any pace. The itinerary includes three nights in Tel Aviv, two nights in the north or south (you choose) and four nights in Jerusalem. There will be special track days, two Shabbats, and the opportunity to share and experience as a community. You can find more information at pdxisrael.org. • After 22 years, the Jewish Federation will once again be sponsoring the Wexner Heritage Leadership Program. This worldclass leadership development and educational program will help train the next generation for our Jewish community. Jewish scholars and leaders from around the world will visit Portland to serve as the program’s faculty. The recruitment process will begin in 2019 and 20 participants will be selected. • From March 2020-2021 there will be a year of celebratory events and activities for our Jewish community.

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All of this is made possible by the generosity of scores of Centennial Year sponsors. We are grateful for their support of these initiatives. The federation continues to focus on supporting and strengthening our communal infrastructure of agencies and institutions. We want to create more pathways to bring more people in contact with existing frameworks and institutions. We have many wonderful local synagogues, Jewish day schools, a Jewish museum, Jewish community center, social service agencies and so much more. Plus, we recognize that existing institutions may not be able to meet the full needs of our diverse Jewish community. Therefore, we need to explore and implement new approaches to reach and serve more people – more effectively and efficiently throughout the community. Our focus is to truly provide services from “cradle to grave.” In addition to that core support, we have a new community mikvah, Rachel’s Well, which is open to everyone in the community. We have increased funding for Jewish identity-building programs including teen trips to Israel, and incentive grants for children in Jewish preschools and Jewish overnight camps. We have networking opportunities for young adults through our Pathways program. We support a local Moishe House for 20-somethings and partner with One Table to enable young Jewish adults to celebrate Shabbat dinner together. We have funding for a new community chaplain to help support the needs of those who may not belong to N. Blattner a synagogue. And we provide support for a shaliach from Israel to work with students on our college campuses. For now, during our centennial, and beyond, we will do everything we can to create a shared vision for our growing and vibrant Jewish community. And we want you to be a partner in that process. Whether through your philanthropic contributions, volunteer involvement, or greater participation in Jewish life, you make a difference in the quality of our greater Jewish community. Take the time to explore this wonderful Resource Guide and the vibrancy of Jewish life in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Get involved! Take full advantage of everything the Jewish community has to offer. Most importantly, let us know if you need anything we are not currently offering. We are here for you! Together can we strengthen Jewish life for generations to come.

Enjoy your Jewish community! Marc N. Blattner, President and CEO Jewish Federation of Greater Portland

forces with the Old Men’s The first Oregon Jews, Hebrew Fraternal Organization who came from Germany in to create “The Jewish Old the mid-1850s, often lived Peoples Home.” in other places in America before finding their way out The Federated Jewish West. Many of them were Societies, the precursor of merchants who helped today’s Jewish Federation of build a strong Jewish Greater Portland, organized community – founding in 1920 to raise money for a synagogues, schools, variety of Jewish institutions. social and charitable Beneficiaries included the organizations and B’nai B’rith Building, the First Good Deeds Day brings people together to welcoming waves of other Hebrew Benevolent Society, help each other, our community and the world. immigrants, refugees and Jewish Relief Society, Jewish survivors who would come Women’s Benevolent Society, to call Oregon their home. Those later arrivals made their own Jewish Women’s Sewing Society, National Jewish Hospital for contributions to Oregon Jewish life. Consumptives, Neighborhood House, the Committee on Jewish Orphans, Portland Hebrew Free School, Sisters of Israel Benevolent The first Jewish organization in Oregon, Portland’s Mt. Sinai Society and the South Portland Benevolent Society. Cemetery Association, was incorporated in 1856. The Portland chapter of the National Council of Jewish Women organized in As community and individual needs shifted in subsequent 1896, remaining active for nearly 120 years. The B’nai B’rith decades, some organizations faded while others evolved, and new Building, later to become the Jewish Community Center, opened groups arose to meet the needs of 21st century America. Following in 1914; in 1971 the center moved to its present location in are the organizations that today meet the needs of Jews living in Southwest Portland. In 1920 The Jewish Women’s Endeavor joined Oregon and Southwest Washington.

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HADASSAH, PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Women’s Zionist Organization of America 140 Lakeside Ave., Suite A #36 Seattle, WA hadassah.org/pnw

HADASSAH, PORTLAND CHAPTER Diana Lindemann PO Box 19205 Portland, OR 97280 503-312-2530 pnwregion@hadassah.org

HADASSAH, SHALOM CHAPTER (Vancouver and SW Washington) Maxine Silverman, Membership Vice-President 360-566-8188 msilverman15@comcast.net

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JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL Bob Horenstein, Director 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6496 bob@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/jcrc

With representation from a crosssection 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.

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JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE Lee Cordova, Board Chair 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 in the Jewish and general community. Our Counseling team offers sliding scale counseling for individuals, couples and families. People with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities are able to receive

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supportive training and resources through our Disability Support Services. Our Emergency Aid program provides help with short-term crisis situations. And our Holocaust Survivor Services program offers a variety of specialized services for Jewish Nazi victims.

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JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PORTLAND Marc N. Blattner, President and CEO 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6219

JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY nwfam.com/jgswvo.html

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MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Steve Albert, Executive Director 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 Rabbi Rachel Joseph, Chair 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 971-248-5465 oregonboardofrabbis.org

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OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Julie Diamond, President & CEO Gail Mandel, Director of Philanthropy Tara Siegman, Director of Donor Relations & Grants 1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328 info@ojcf.org ojcf.org OJCF’s mission is to build and promote a culture of giving in Oregon and Southwest Washington that supports a thriving Jewish community now and for generations to come. The foundation promotes strategic philanthropy offering charitable individuals philanthropic tools including donor advised funds, charitable gift annuities, planned gifts and trusts. In partnership

with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, OJCF directs the LIFE & LEGACY initiative in Oregon to promote after-lifetime giving to build endowments and strengthen Jewish organizations for the future.

OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION Judy Margles, Director Anne LeVant Prahl, Curator of Collections April Slabosheski, 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. JEWISH MEDIA

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the vitality, diversity, challenges and accomplishments of our community. In addition to feature stories and columns, we provide a resource for local organizations to share their news. Jewish organizations in Oregon and SW Washington are invited to post their events and programs on our online calendar, creating an up-todate resource for the community. Advertising options are available on the website and in our free weekly e-newsletters, as well as the magazine. For home delivery, subscribe online at orjewishlife. com/magazine-subscription. To receive any of our themed e-newsletters, sign up at orjewishlife.com/ newsletter-sign-me-up/

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CONGREGATIONS CHABAD • CONSERVATIVE • HUMANIST • INDEPENDENT • ORTHODOX OUTREACH • RECONSTRUCTIONIST • REFORM • RENEWAL • SEPHARDIC

"Being a Jew is like walking in the wind or swimming: you are touched at all points and conscious everywhere." —Lionel Trilling

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CHABAD

Almost from the moment Jews arrived in Oregon, they have sought to meet the spiritual needs of the community. 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 movedfrom the California gold fields. During the first 100 years of Jewish life in Oregon, congregations emerged, merged and evolved to meet the ever-changing spiritual, lifecycle and community needs of an increasingly dispersed and diverse population. Congregation Beth Israel, the first Jewish congregation west of the Rocky Mountains and north of California, was founded in Portland in 1858 and continues today as the state’s largest Reform congregation. Congregation Ahavai Sholom, a Conservative congregation, was founded by Jews originally from Prussia, in 1869. Congregations Neveh Zedek and Talmud Torah began in 1892 and 1893, respectively, and eventually merged with Ahavai Sholom in 1961 to form Congregation Neveh Shalom. In 1902 Congregation Shaarie Torah organized as an Orthodox congregation, purchasing its first building in 1905. (The congregation is now affiliated with the Conservative movement.) 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. The decades since have seen continued growth and diversity within Oregon’s Jewish community, with vibrant new congregations in the greater Portland area and throughout the state and region offering options from Jewish Renewal to Chabad Hasidism and Humanistic Judaism. 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. This year saw the arrival of a new Portland congregation. The UnShul shifted from an event- and activity-based group to a congregation in the Renewal tradition. On the following pages, you can find the congregations and outreach groups that now serve the Jewish communities of Oregon and Southwest Washington.

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 CLARK COUNTY 9604 NE 126th Ave. Vancouver, WA 360-993-5222 JewishClarkCounty.com

CHABAD OF SW PORTLAND 2317 SW Vermont Portland, OR 503-381-7119 JPortland.com

CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF HILLSBORO

CHABAD OF SE PORTLAND 3355 SE Steele St. Portland, OR 503-752-2258 JewishSoutheast.com

CHABAD OF NE PORTLAND 2858 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 971-801-2424 JewishNortheast.com

965 SW Brookwood Ave. 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 CENTRAL OREGON Bend, OR 541-633-7991 jewishbend.com

CHABAD OF SOUTHERN OREGON 1474 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR 541-482-2778 ChabadofAshland.org

CONSERVATIVE

CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM Fred Rothstein, Executive Director Lindsay von Colditz, 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 Elizabeth Fleishman, Preschool Director Eleyna Fugman, Membership Engagement & Outreach 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-226-6131 cst@shaarietorah.org shaarietorah.org Shaarie Torah is revitalizing 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 hamish community.

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HUMANIST

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KOL SHALOM 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 625 NW 36th St. Mail: PO Box 1143 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

CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH Rabbi Ariel Stone Katie Schneider, Education 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 accept Jews from all different backgrounds and acknowledge different ways of practicing and living Jewishly. In addition to services every Friday and Saturday, we have lively Shabbat Torah study, engaging children’s education programs for Pre-K thru b’nai mitzvah and festive celebrations. Our open, thoughtprovoking approach invites you to live Judaism with us through study, prayer, music and acts of social justice.

HOOD RIVER HAVURAH Columbia River Gorge hoodriverhavurah@gmail.com

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JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON 21555 Modoc Lane, Bend Mail: PO Box 1773 Bend, OR 9709 jccobend.com

MAYIM SHALOM Southern Oregon Coast PO Box 307 Coquille, OR 97423 541-266-0470 mayimshalom.us

NORTH COAST SHABBAT GROUP Meets at: Bob Chisholm Center 1225 Ave. A Seaside, OR 503-244-7060

PORTLAND WOMEN’S TEFILLAH 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 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 503-892-7407 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

GESHER – A BRIDGE HOME 10701 SW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-246-5070 ourjewishhome.org

PORTLAND’S UNSHUL Portland, OR 503-396-9191 asthespiritmovesus.com/unshul

RELIGION OUTSIDE THE BOX Portland, OR 503-908-4472 rotb.org

RECONSTRUCTIONIST

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 diverse, egalitarian, welcoming and engaged Jewish community for people of all ages, gender identifications and backgrounds. As a part of the Reconstructing Judaism movement, we envision a just and compassionate world in which creative Jewish living and learning guide us toward lives of holiness, meaning and purpose. Our members work together to promote Jewish spirituality, learning, and social action. 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

HAVURAH SHALOM Benjamin Barnett, Rabbi

“In spirituality, the searching is the finding and the pursuit is the achievement.” – Dr. Abraham J. Twerski

TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM 1274 Cunningham Lane S Salem, OR 503-362-5004 tbsholom.org

TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM 1800 E Main St. Mail: PO Box 1107 Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-2909 emekshalom.org

REFORM BEIT HAVERIM 1111 Country Club Road Mail: PO Box 311 Lake Oswego, OR 503-310-9184 beithav.org

FIND YOUR PLACE!

CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM

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CONGREGATION KOL AMI 7800 NE 119th St. Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088 jewishvancouverusa.org

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OR HAGAN: LIGHT OF THE GARDEN JEWISH COMMUNITY PO Box 5582 Eugene, OR 97405 541-520-3434 orhagan.org

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RENEWAL

HAVURAH SYNAGOGUE 185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: PO Box 1262 Ashland, OR 541-488-7716 havurahshirhadash.org

P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND Rabbi Hannah Laner Hazzan Baruch Morris Zmira Lovejoy, Administrator 9750 SW Terwilliger Blvd. 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

LIFECYCLE CIRCLE OF LIFE • MOHELS • MIKVAHS/MIKVOT • SIMCHA VENUES SIMCHA VENDORS • CHEVRA KADISHA • FUNERAL SERVICES • CEMETERIES

"There are two things we should give our children: one is roots and the other is wings." — Author Unknown

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BIRTH The first major ritual for a Jewish child is the naming. Jewish children are given Hebrew names in addition to their English names. A boy receives his Hebrew name at the brit milah (bris), the circumcision of the male child, performed on the eighth day after birth. The circumcision is performed by a highly trained person called a mohel or, if a mohel is unavailable, by a Jewish doctor under the supervision of a rabbi. The baby girl is named at a simchat bat, which has no strict traditions allowing parents to create their own ceremony for welcoming their daughter into to the Jewish community.

THE CIRCLE OF LIFE A series of rituals guide Jewish families and individuals through each stage of life. With the exception of the rituals surrounding death, each of the following stages is often accompanied by festive celebrations. Even the rituals surrounding death bring the community together to remember and honor the deceased and to support their family. The following guide is adapted from stories in our archives.

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PIDYON HABEN There is a ritual for a boy who is at least 30 days old to be “redeemed” with silver coins by his father through a Kohen (one of Jewish priestly ancestry). This ritual is only performed for firstborn boys who were born naturally (no C-section). If the father or mother is the child of a father who is a Kohen or Levite, the pidyon haben is not required.

UPSHERIN

For many boys, their first haircut is at 3 years of age. This ceremony is called an upsherin. It is a joyous occasion marking a boy’s transition from only being able to receive to now being able to give.

BAR/BAT MIT Z VAH The formal rite of passage into adulthood for Jewish boys and girls is celebrated when they become a bar or bat mitzvah (son/daughter of the commandment). For both boys and girls, reaching the age of bar/bat mitzvah means they are considered “adults” according to Jewish law, and are responsible for their own actions regarding Jewish ritual, religious laws, traditions and ethics. A boy becomes a bar mitzvah on his 13th birthday; a girl is considered a bat mitzvah, in Orthodox and Conservative Judaism, when she reaches the age of 12; in Reform Judaism, at the age of 13.

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CIRCLE OF LIFE

WEDDINGS

A Jewish wedding is a powerful Jewish ritual that serves as a reminder of the power of love and union. There are a few stages to a traditional Jewish wedding: erusin/also called kiddushin (betrothal on the wedding day), ketubah (statement of obligations), chuppah (the wedding canopy), nesuin (marrying with a ring and witnesses), yichud (marital seclusion, an Ashkenazic custom in which the bride and groom spend 10 to 20 minutes in a private room) and sheva brachot (the seven blessings and celebrations). The breaking of the glass at the conclusion of the ceremony has been interpreted by many to symbolize the remembrance of sorrow at our moment of greatest joy. It reminds us that life consists of both joy and sorrow.

AGING AND RE TIREMENT

It is a privilege to become an elder – to grow in wisdom and have the capacity to share it with others. As we reach milestones along the road from young adult to elder, Jewish traditions offer opportunities for celebration. Draw on Jewish traditions and blessings to make milestone birthdays, grandparenting, menopause, becoming an elder and retirement more meaningful transitions. For instance, becoming a grandparent is a good time to reflect on Psalm 128: And you [will be blessed] to see your children’s children / And there will be peace for all of Israel. Retirement, mandatory or joyously embraced, is a fact of modern living. Celebrate what lies ahead. Retirement provides a golden opportunity to learn and grow. For adults who never celebrated becoming a bar or bat mitzvah, many congregations offer opportunities for adult b’nai mitzvah study and celebration. Adults who reach the age of 83 may choose to celebrate a second bar mitzvah, in recognition of living 13 years after the traditional allotted lifespan of 70 (Psalm 90:10). The Torah considers old age a virtue and a blessing. The Torah commands us to respect all elderly. “Before an old person you shall rise.” (Leviticus 19:32). Abraham and Moses are perfect examples of the wisdom that accumulates through life experiences and the continuation of the spiritual journey. Our elders still have riches to share that will benefit the next generation.

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Let’s Celebrate! You have captured my heart, my own one, my bride. You have captured my heart, with one glance of your eyes, with one look at your décolletage. How sweet is your love, how much more delightful than wine!

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CIRCLE OF LIFE

DE ATH AND MOURNING

When a Jewish person dies, there are clear directions as to how things should proceed with regard to the body, the burial, the funeral and mourning. The concept of honoring the dead is reflected in all Jewish burial customs. Burial takes place as soon as possible, sometimes within 24 hours after death, or as soon thereafter as relatives can gather for the service. There is a mitzvah to join a burial society (chevra kadisha), which ritually prepares the body for burial, and to sit with the body (as a “shomer,” or guard, between the time of death and the burial). While always tragic, the Jewish rituals around death, funerals and mourning recognize that grieving and recovery after the death of a loved one is a long and gradual process. Shiva – seven most intense days of mourning Shloshim – first 30 days of mourning Aveilut – year of mourning. While one is an avel (mourner) for a full year for immediate relatives, one only says kaddish for the first 11 months of the year. Unveiling – removing a veil to reveal the tombstone a relatively short ceremony marking the dedication of the gravestone. Yahrzeit – The anniversary of the day of death, often observed by saying kaddish, giving charity (tzedakah) in memory of the deceased, and visiting the grave.

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MOHELS

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.

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@oregonkosher.org | 720315-4266 | 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, 503-2925227. Dr. Wendy Smith, Ob-gyn, certified

by the Reform movement, 503-241-9528. Limited availability. Dr. Bruce Birk, a Portland pediatrician, certification through Hebrew Union College. birkbrucemd@gmail.com, portlandmohel.com or 503-7992794.

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

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.

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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.

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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 Simi@ChabadOregon.com PortlandWomensMikvah.com Mikvah Shoshanah-Portland’s Women’s Mikvah and resource center, serves women in a sensitive fashion that enhances the meaning of mikvah. It enables each woman to discover the spiritual mystery in this lifefulfilling mitzvah in a tranquil and supportive setting.

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.

SIMCHA VENUES

B’NAI B’RITH RETREAT CENTER Lincoln City, OR 503-496-7445 rentals@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org/rentals BB Camp Retreat Center is located just a mile from the Oregon Coast and nestled right 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.

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.

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

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PACKOUZ JEWELERS

Nathan Boese, Manager 110 SE Caruthers Portland, OR 503-224-3900 | 800-224-3901 nathanb@portlandspirit.com portlandspirit.com Each of our four vessels has its own flair to set the stage for your magical day. Fresh northwest cuisine, outstanding service and attention to detail ensure every moment of your wedding is filled with romance.

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.

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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 hospitality@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 2,200 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.”

Facebook.com/EverythingJewish MoreThanAStore. Everything Jewish is Portland’s Jewish resource and community engagement center. On site rabbi to answer questions and discuss Jewish perspectives. Come browse and learn more about Judaism and Judaic items!

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.

SIMCHA VENDORS

EVERYTHING JEWISH Rabbi Chayim Mishulovin 6684 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246-5437 RabbiM@ChabadOregon.com

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 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 503-481-6716 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

MEDFORD/ASHLAND AREA

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

beitam.org, email office@beitam. org, or 541-753-0067

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

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tbieugene.org/community/tbicommittees/ info@tbieugene.org or 541-485-7218

AHAVAS TORAH Contact Rabbi Ozer Moskowski, ozer@akivaoncampus.com or 503-261-3850

Oregon Jewish Indigent Burial Society Jemi Kostiner Mansfield, 503805-1630 jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/hesed-shel-emet

HOWELL EDWARDS DOERKSEN FUNERAL HOME with Rigdon Ransom Funeral Directors 1350 Commercial St. SE

Salem, OR 503-581-3911 HED-FH.com Open 7 days a week with staff able to answer phones 24 hours a day. Our beautiful building accommodates shomer and tahara rituals. In addition, our network of funeral homes provides immediate assistance for out of state burials in a timely fashion.

RIVER VIEW CEMETERY FUNERAL HOME Gary Sands, Funeral Director Christina Westin, Funeral Director 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.

YOUNG’S FUNERAL HOME 11831 SW Pacific Hwy. Tigard, OR 503-639-1206 YoungsFuneralHome.org Open 7 days a week with staff able to answer phones 24 hours a day. Our beautiful building accommodates shomer and tahara rituals. In addition, our network of funeral homes provides immediate assistance for out of state burials in a timely fashion.

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 | 503-246-425

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KIDS & TEENS FAMILIES • PRESCHOOLS • DAY SCHOOLS • HIGH SCHOOL HEBREW/RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS • DAY CAMPS • RESIDENT CAMPS CAMPERSHIPS • YOUTH GROUPS • SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

"Childhood is a kind of Paradise." —M. I. Levensohn

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The Jewish people have treasured books and learning for millennia. Even our central prayer, the Shema, includes the instruction: “Take these words which I command you this day and teach them faithfully to your children.” The Jews of Oregon have taken this task to heart. For almost as long as Jews have been in Oregon, there have been schools to help facilitate the transmission of knowledge to the next generation. Since the founding of the Portland Hebrew School in the early 1900s, opportunities for Jewish education have blossomed along with the growth of the Jewish community. Portland now offers three day schools, and Hebrew and religious schools are spread across the state. Informal education is widely available too. Youth groups and camps, both day and overnight, immerse youth in Jewish life. At Jewish camp, children experience a range of activities from arts to sports all in a Jewish setting. Jewish values, culture and traditions permeate the campers’ days through song, food, art and dance. In recent years many programs such as PJ Library have arrived to reinforce the link between schools and parents, while also engaging families who have no other connection to the Jewish community. On the following pages, you will find the resources you need to ensure your family can enjoy the sweetness of Jewish life available in our communities.

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FAMILIES

PJ LIBRARY PORTLAND Rachel Nelson, Director of Educational Initiatives 6680 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachelr@jewishportland.org jewishportland.org/pjlibrary PJ (Pajama) Library, a Jewish Federation program, supports families raising Jewish children through the gift of high-quality Jewish children’s books and music, along with resources, events and programs. ALL Jewish families – dual heritage, single parent, same sex couples, 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 community for all.

Ages 12 months - 5 years Experienced teachers Afternoon enrichment programs

PJ LIBRARY EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD

PRESCHOOLS

Flexible options: 2 to 5 days per week; morning, full-day and extended days; 7:30am-5:30pm

PO Box 5924, Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-2541 jewishfedlc.org/pj-library/

Contact: Leah Conley 503.293.7307; leahc@foundationschoolpdx.org

PJ LIBRARY IN OREGON Oregon outside of Portland metro including Salem, Corvallis, Ashland and Bend. 503-452-3443 bcharlton@bbcamp.org pjlibrary.org

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

THE CARL PRESCHOOL: A COOPERATIVE JEWISH PRESCHOOL At Congregation Shaarie Torah Elizabeth Fleishman, Preschool Director 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-226-6131 preschool@shaarietorah.org thecarlschool.com The Carl Preschool is a cooperative Jewish preschool open to all, providing a warm, fun and creative environment where your child will laugh, learn and grow. Come explore with us!

FOUNDATION SCHOOL 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 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.

GAN-GARRET PRESCHOOL VANCOUVER 9604 NE 126th Ave. Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859 TheGan.org A learning environment that fosters creativity, curiosity and compassion. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach. Exceptional teachers | Beautiful classroom | Creative playscape. Offering a full day program with extended care options.

THE GAN: PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL Mimi Wilhelm, Director 6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR

FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD

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503-977-7850 Mimi@PortlandJewishPreschool.com The Gan inspires curiosity, creativity and compassion in a joyful Jewish environment. Children interact with materials as they explore, experiment and discover. We foster a love for lifelong learning and create a vibrant community.

POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL

FOR THE ARTS Temple Emek Shalom 1800 E Main St. Mail: PO Box 1107 Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-2909 emekshalom.org

DAY SCHOOLS

RIGHT START

MAAYAN PRESCHOOL 2 SW Touchstone Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org Maayanpdx.org

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-535-3536 pjaproud.org

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL 1175 East 29th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-345-7314 tbieugene.org

PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Havurah Synagogue 185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: PO Box 1262 Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-8887 havurahshirhadash.org

the National Jewish Right Start program, an initiative of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, made possible through the generosity of an anonymous donor.

Rachel Nelson 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachelr@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. Matching funding is provided by

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.

MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL Aviel Brodkin, General Studies Principal Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter, Judaic Studies Principal Esther Fischer, Early Childhood Director 2 SW Touchstone Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org

MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Rabbi Shneur Wilhelm, Principal 6612 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-977-7850 RWilhelm@PortlandJewishSchool.com

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.

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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.

PortlandJewishSchool.com Maimonides Jewish Day School is committed to educating the whole child, providing personalized, meaningful, and empowering Judaic and General Studies education for the 21st century student to be a life-long learner.

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.

HEBREW/RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS

HIGH SCHOOLS

Northeast: 971-801-2424 Southwest: 503-977-9947 Southeast: 503-236-6642 Hillsboro: 503-747-5363 Vancouver, WA: 360-993-5222 A Hebrew school in YOUR neighborhood! Educating kids so their love of Judaism won’t expire at their Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Chabad Hebrew schools are contemporary learning centers that welcome every Jewish child, regardless of background/ religious observance.

BEIT HAVERIM RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS Classes: 1111 Country Club Road Mail: PO Box 311 Lake Oswego, OR 97034 503-310-9184 beithav.org

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

ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL IN ISRAEL Hod HaSharon, Israel Regional contact: JNF, 1455 NW Leary Way #400, Seattle, WA 206-760-1188 ext. 941 | ahartnig@jnf.org amhsi.org

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 and statecertified Preschool guide 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.

CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION 7800 NE 119th St. Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088 jewishvancouverusa.org

Student Centered Education. High Academic Achievement.

“Kids at Maayan end up with a profound understanding of how important Judaism is to them and how important that is to their place in this world.” Dr. Ben Rogoway, Maayan Parent

“There is such a drive to learn, grow, to become wiser and better people. I feel that my kids get that at Maayan.” Eve Levy, Maayan Parent

BEAUTIFUL NEW CAMPUS IN LAKE OSWEGO!

Call 503-245-5568 for a tour today! PortlandJewishDaySchool.org www.maayanpdx.org 18 months- 8th Grade

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Now Enrolling!

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 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

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HAVURAH SHALOM EDUCATION 825 NW 18th Ave. Portland, OR 503-248-4662 havurahshalom.org/ lifelonglearning Havurah's educational offerings include a wide range of Adult Learning opportunities; Shabbat School (K-6) based on a staffguided, family cooperative model, with parents as teachers; Middle School; and High School. Learn more at https://www. havurahshalom.org.

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

KOL SHALOM CHILDREN’S EDUCATION 1509 SW Sunset Blvd., Ste. 1E Portland, OR 503-459-4210 kolshalom.org/ childrens-education/

THE NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT Rabbi Ariel Stone Katie Schneider, Education Director At the Tucker Maxon Oral School 2860 SE Holgate Blvd. Portland, OR 503-473-8227 education@shirtikvahpdx.org shirtikvahpdx.org Shir Tikvah’s innovative program encourages students to connect to Judaism in a rich and lasting way. We offer 18 Sunday sessions per year and congregation-wide celebrations for the whole family. It’s fun, meaningful and on Portland’s eastside.

SHAARIE TORAH EDUCATION PROGRAM 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR 503-226-6131 shaarietorah.org

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 9750 SW Terwilliger Blvd. Portland, OR 503-248-4500 pnaiorpdx.org

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 Liz Broberg, Camp Director 503-496-7447 pdx@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org 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 5. Extended care and bus transportation available.

CAMP GAN ISRAEL-VANCOUVER 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) info@cgiportland.com cgiportland.com Part of the largest network of Jewish camps in the world, Portland’s Gan Israel Day Camp has provided modern Jewish children from diverse backgrounds an amazing Jewish summer (and winter break) experience since 1984.

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

RESIDENT CAMPS

B’NAI B’RITH CAMP Michelle Koplan, Executive Director Ben Charlton, Camp Director 503-452-3443 bcharlton@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, OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019 55

denominations and abilities. Our unique culture is built on sharing fun experiences in a welcoming environment that inspires all campers to grow and develop enduring Jewish identities.

CAMP MIRIAM 950 W 41st Ave. #303 Vancouver, BC 604-266-2825 campmiriam.org

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

the teen’s home congregation and JFGP.

YOUTH GROUPS BBYO ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF https://ojcf.org/grantsand-scholarships/ receive-a-scholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish youth and teens from Oregon attending Jewish overnight camp within the United States. Must demonstrate financial need. BUNKCONNECT jewishcamping.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.

Portland: 503-345-9451 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 Arden Edy: 503-975-3355

onehappycamper.org

ONE HAPPY CAMPER jewishcamping.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.

CHAI ISRAEL Rachel Nelson 6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-892-7415 rachelr@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 immediatepost-high 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,

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– Proverbs

JSU-PORTLAND 503-504-1301

JR NCSY JWEST CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM

"Bring up a child in the way he should go, and, when he is old, he will not depart from it. "

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

NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH Congregation Beth Israel, Portland 503-222-1069 bethisrael.org/index.php/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 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 9thto 12th-graders.

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES BB CAMP INCLUSION PROGRAM Shayna Sigman, MSW; Inclusion Coordinator Ben Charlton, Camp Director 503-496-7444 ext. 7018 ssigman@bbcamp.org bcharlton@bbcamp.org bbcamp.org For campers with special needs and disabilities at B’nai B’rith Camp.

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

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

EDUCATION PROFILES

"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge." — Albert Einstein

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PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland pjaproud.org 503-244-0126

MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL

2 SW Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR Maayanpdx.org 503-245-5568

t PJA, students from 6 months 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 Maker Space 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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aayan Torah Day School moved to its own campus this spring. With large outdoor gardens, sports area and indoor performing arts auditorium, the school is poised for continued growth with more than 100 students this fall. Last year’s academic growth included a “Hands on Science” program and nonfiction reading challenge. Both were huge successes. “The kids were enthralled with more science-related experiences,” says Principal Aviel Brodkin. “You could hear them ooh and aah while conducting experiments!” 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. In addition to the rich Jewish environment, Maayan offers a learner-centered education prioritizing 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. “Our students score high in academic areas because we use small groups to challenge students on multiple levels,” she said. “Parents speak of the sincere care of staff for students and individual attention. Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter has become the Judaic Studies Principal. He believes in his students and says, “Good education and positive classrooms can inspire students to reach goals that they never before thought possible!”

HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES Portland State University 465 UCB, 1881 SW 5th Ave. PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207

CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH 920 NW 25th Ave., Portland, OR

The Carl Preschool: thecarlschool.com | 503-226-6131 ext. 107 Education Program: shaarietorah.org | 503-226-6131

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he 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 Jordan Schnitzer 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 “Tenement Stories: New York’s Jewish Lower East Side” (the annual Gus and Libby Solomon Memorial Lecture) and historian Timothy Snyder as the Sara Glasgow Cogan Memorial Lecturer (pictured above).

ongregation Shaarie Torah, a Conservative synagogue in the heart of Northwest Portland, offers education programs for children, teens, adults and families. Weekday preschool, weekend religious school and exploration program, Wednesday night middle and high school classes all aim to foster Jewish identity and values. Our Portland Jewish Explorers program invites children in kindergarten through fifth grade and their parents to explore Portland with a unique Jewish twist! An out-of-the-box experience, we guide children out of the classroom and into environments that intrigue and excite, inspiring them to connect their Judaism to the broader world. From farm trips, safari adventures, yoga and storytelling, we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy. We look to engage our students in what it means to live a Jewish life, to have a commitment to tikkun olam (repair the world) and a sense of joy in experiencing all that our heritage has to offer.

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THE NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT Congregation Shir Tikvah 7550 NE Irving St., Portland shirtikvahpdx.org 503-473-8227

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

hir 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 life long 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 project-based 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.

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t 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.

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

1972 NW Flanders St., Portland bethisrael-pdx.org/education | 503-222-1069

t Congregation Beth Israel, students learn Jewish values and ideas, then put them into action. Every year CBI’s high school students travel 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. From pre-kindergarten through the 12th grade, as CBI students engage in ideas and draw values from Jewish texts, they become more connected to Judaism and each other as they apply those Jewish values to improving our world. CBI’s pre-k through fifth-grade program is an artsintegrated curriculum that 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 ever-changing 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, Director of Youth and Young Family Engagement 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.

HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES

University of Oregon Susan Campbell Hall, Rm 311 5273 University of Oregon • Eugene, OR 541-346-5288

HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY

Established in 1998, the Harold Schnitzer Family ProPROGRAM INthe University JUDAIC STUDIES gram in Judaic Studies at of Oregon is an University of Oregon interdisciplinary Susan program that provides a broad liberal-arts Campbell Hall, Rm 311 background 5273 in anUniversity intimateofsmall-class setting. Oregon • Eugene, ORGraduates 541-346-5288 find careers in a wide range of professional fields from business and high-tech to law, communications and nonprofitEstablished administration. The programSchnitzer also prepares in 1998, the Harold Familystudents JudaicinStudies at the University of Oregon forProgram graduateinwork Judaic studies, religious studies, is an interdisciplinary program that provides a broad and archaeology and anthropology, as well as rabbinical liberal-arts background in an intimate small-class setting. cantorial schools. Graduates find careers in a wide range of professional By itsfrom very business nature, Judaic Studiestotouches all aspects and fields and high-tech law, communications dynamics of the human experience, and is also open to any and and nonprofit administration. The program prepares graduate work in Judaic studies, religious all students studentsfor who wish to engage in the life of the mind. studies, archaeology and from anthropology, as well as rabbinical From Einstein to Kafka, Messiaen to Lazarus, from and cantorial schools. Seinfeld to Silverman, our program illuminates the conBy its very nature, Judaic Studies touches all aspects tributions Jewish artists, musicians, writers, and thinkers and dynamics of the human experience, and is open to have tostudents world around them. anymade and all who wish to engage in the life of the Most ourEinstein coursestofulfill general education mind. of From Kafka, from Messiaen to requireLazarus, fromand Seinfeld to Silverman, our program ments, several of our students opt toilluminates have a double the contributions Jewish artists, musicians, and major or minor in Judaic studies. Studentswriters, can enhance thinkers have made to world around them. their studies through participation in the university’s study Most of our courses fulfill general education abroad program,and either in of Israel or in countries in Western requirements, several our students opt to have anda Eastern Europe. The in University of Oregon maintains double major or minor Judaic studies. Students reciprocity with Hebrew in Jerusalem and can enhance their studiesUniversity through participation in the abroad program, eitherfaculty in Israel or study in theuniversity’s Technionstudy in Haifa. Judaic Studies and countries in Western and Eastern Europe. The University abroad advisors are available to ensure that college credit of Oregon maintains reciprocity with Hebrew University is granted for coursework at any of the accredited proin Jerusalem and the Technion in Haifa. Judaic Studies grams in Israel andabroad Europe. faculty and study advisors are available to ensure Our world-class includes professors from dithat college credit faculty is granted for coursework at any of the accredited programs in Israel andartEurope. verse disciplines: anthropology, history, comparative Our world-class faculty includes professors from literature, English, geography, German and Scandinavian, diverse disciplines: anthropology, art history, comparative folklore, history, landscape architecture, music, philosophy, literature, English, geography, German and Scandinavian, political science, religious studies, romance languages, sofolklore, history, landscape architecture, music, philosophy, ciology, andscience, women’s and gender studies. Topics of study political religious studies, romance languages, include American Jewishand Cultures, JewishTopics Humor, sociology, and women’s gender studies. of Constudy include American Jewish Cultures, Jewish Humor, temporary Jewish Literature, Holocaust Studies, Medieval Contemporary Jewish Literature, Holocaust Studies, Spain, Women and Judaism, Jews and Christians through Spain, Women and Judaism, Jews and Christians theMedieval Centuries, Bible and Early Judaism, among others. through the Centuries, Bible and Early Judaism, among others.

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COLLEGE & ADULTS COLLEGE • SCHOLARSHIPS GAP YEAR • ADULT EDUCATION SOCIAL/NETWORKING GROUPS SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

"A dream only reflects the dreamer’s thoughts." — Jonathan B. Eleazar

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.

THE HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON Gantt Gurley, Director Susan Campbell Hall, Rm 311 5273 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 541-346-5288 judaicstudies.uoregon.edu Established in 1998, the Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies at UO provides a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum in the history, religion and civilization of the Jewish people. We offer two years of Hebrew language and literature. A Judaic studies major leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree; a Judaic studies minor is also offered. Students can study in small class settings with well-known professors and visiting scholars and can enjoy robust studyabroad programs.

SCHOLARSHIPS ARTHUR P. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/receive-ascholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing post-high school Jewish education through qualified domestic programs at accredited institutions. Must 62 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019

demonstrate financial need. Also provides direct scholarship support to day schools and to the Oregon Board of Rabbisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Teen Israel Experience.

REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/ receive-a-scholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing higher education within the United States for 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-and-scholarships/ receive-a-scholarship/ 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 jewishportland.org/sussman Rachel Nelson: rachelr@ jewishportland.org 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 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:

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The Department of World Languages & Literatures offers renewable scholarships of up to $1,000 to students enrolling in and completing second- and thirdyear modern Hebrew sequences.

GAP YEAR Â CHAI ISRAEL

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 Portland-area teens (up to $1,800). Grants also available for immediate-post-high school eligible gap year programs.

MASA ISRAEL Gap year programs in Israel for high school graduates masaisrael.org/gap-year

TIVNU: BUILDING JUSTICE Gap year and summer high school programs 7971 SE 11th Ave. Portland, OR 503-232-1864 tivnu.org

DELVE into history, art, literature, dance and film. EXPLORE ancient texts and modern cultures. LEARN with caring faculty and engage in a vibrant student community. The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies LEARN MORE: judaicst@pdx.edu pdx.edu/judaic

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CAMPUS GROUPS

HILLEL AT OSU Corvallis, OR 541-343-8920 oregonstate.hillel.org

AKIVA COLLEGE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 503-261-3850

CHABAD AT REED CHABAD HOUSE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON Rabbi Berel & Rivkah Gurevitch 239 E 14th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-801-8653 rabbi@jewisheugene.org, Rivky@ jewisheugene.org jewisheugene.org Chabad seeks to create an environment where every Jewish student, from any background, feels welcome and accepted. We focus on both the individual and the collective, offering a wealth of social, educational and spiritual programs.

Rabbi Dov & Chani Bialo 3355 SE Steele St. Portland, OR 503-752-2258 RabbiDov@jewishreed.com JewishReed.com 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.

GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL PO Box 1547 Portland, OR 97207 503-867-3646 pdxhillel.org

HILLEL AT THE U OF O 1059 Hilyard St. Eugene, OR 541-343-8920 oregon.hillel.org

LEWIS & CLARK HILLEL Portland, OR 503-867-3646 pdxhillel.org

ADULT EDUCATION

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.

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

JAN’S JEWISH LEARNING Portland, OR 503-235-2416 facebook.com/Jans-JewishLearning

NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-293-7306 nevehshalom.org/adult-ed/ 64 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019

PORTLAND KOLLEL 6688 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-5420 portlandkollel.org

TALMUD STUDY GROUP Meets Thursdays at Shaarie Torah 920 NW 25th Ave. Portland, OR jerrybrem@comcast.net

BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY

CONSCIOUS TORAH

‫מכון עברית‬

All are welcome to join our exciting array of adult education programs, including modern and prayerbook Hebrew, Torah and Talmud classes, book groups, meditation and more!

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON EDUCATIONAL TOURS Katie Jo Walter, Program Coordinator for Educational Tours 333 Oregon Hall, University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403 541-346-2367 kjwalter@uoregon.edu uoalumni.com/travel The University of Oregon’s Office of International Affairs is offering small group educational travel led by UO subject experts. The following 2019 tours are open to all adults. Jewish diaspora and culture in Italy and Latvia (May 2019, two weeks); and Architectural, cultural and natural heritage along India’s Coromandel Coast (February 2019, two weeks). Brochures may be downloaded from our website. Please contact us if you would like a paper brochure mailed to you.

YOUNG ADULT JEWS NEXT D’OR

1972 NW Flanders Portland, OR 503-222-1069

MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND events for 22- to 32-year-old Jews 503-908-3394 Portland www.moishehouse.org/find-ahouse/portland/ www.facebook.com/ MoisheHousePDX/

OJCF GIVING COUNCIL 1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328 ojcf.org The OJCF Giving Council is comprised of young Jewish professionals who pool their charitable donations to give collaboratively to deserving nonprofit organizations. Members build community through exploration of common Jewish values and community needs.

SOCIAL/NETWORKING GROUPS J-PRO OREGON

Jewish communal professionals 503-245-6219

JEWISH DAD’S NIGHT OUT Portland, OR 503-246-8831

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.

NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP nextgenerationsgroup.wordpress.com

PDX MOTS Portland, OR meetup.com/PDXMOTS-30s-40s/

PORTLAND JEWISH EVENTS jodiberris@aol.com 248-760-0743

WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY Portland, OR 503-892-3015 jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/womensphilanthropy

OJCF PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP 1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-248-9328 ojcf.org OJCF’s Professional Advisors Group is comprised of attorneys,

Carnegie I Research University.

EMERGENCY AID

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE EMERGENCY AID SERVICES

KEHILLAH

Anthony Antoville, CMC, Director of Social Services 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503.226.7079 ext. 121 aantoville@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org

6125 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4300 cedarsinaipark.org/affordablehousing/ Independent special needs housing on the Cedar Sinai Park Campus.

JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND

PARTNERS FOR INDEPENDENCE

6680 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 97219 503-245-6449 caron@jewishportland.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.

Access to professors and small classes.

Anthony Antoville, CMC, Director of Social Services 1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301 Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 121 aantoville@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org

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

Many study abroad opportunities.

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ACTIVELY SENIOR PROGRAMS & SERVICES • RESIDENTIAL

"Life is 10% what you make it, and 90% how you take it." — Irving Berlin

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ELDER CARE

HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SERVICES

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approach to care are at the heart of our mission.

SENIOR LIVING

SINAI IN-HOME CARE 6125 Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-542-0088 info@SinaiCare.org SinaiCare.org Sinai In-Home Care is a nonprofit, licensed Comprehensive In-Home Care Agency serving seniors and people with disabilities in the Portland metropolitan area. Supporting individuals and their families, our experienced care team of nurses and caregivers provide reliable care coordination, personalized plans, assistance with daily activities, hands-on care and medication administration. For short or long periods, let us support you or your loved one to remain comfortably at home.

CEDAR SINAI PARK

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Joanie Ceballos, 6125 SW Boundary St. General Manager Portland, OR Jason Goodwill, 503-535-4300 Marketing Director info@cedarsinaipark.org Doris Kelleher, Operations To be sure, we’re proud of our 30 years cedarsinaipark.org Manager of experience in senior living. Cedar Sinai Park and its many 4875 SW 78th Ave. But, to us, matters is your experience service affiliates is a nonprofitwhat really Portland, OR organization that provides at our communities. 503-297-5500 We do everything with that idea clearly residential and community-based joaniec@courtyardvillage.com in mind. So, go ahead, enjoy yourself with care to seniors and adults with courtyardvillage.com opportunities special needs. These servicesgreat social A welcoming, comfortable Savor fine dining every day. are provided through a broad-and amenities. community where you feel you to experience NorthWest based continuum of care that We invite you belong is important as SpringRidge at Charbonneau for can be tailored to individuals’Place andyou embrace a new venture. yourself at a complimentary lunch & tour. unique needs, and in a manner Courtyard Village at Raleigh Please call now to schedule. based on Jewish values of secure, Hills provides high quality supportive, loving and stimulating and affordable housing for environments. Active consumer active, independent adults 62 choice and a person-centered years of age or older. We are

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I n de p e n de n t L i v i ng

2420 NW Marshall Street NORTHWEST PLACE

Portland, OR • 503.388.5417 Quinn Crandell, Director of Sales & Marketing 2420 NW Marshall St. Portland, OR I n de p e n de n t & A s s i s t e d L i v i ng 503-388-5417 M e mor y C a r e Northwest_Place_Marketing@ 32200 SW French Prairie Road SRG-LLC.com Wilsonville, OR • 503.218.3614 SRGseniorliving.com At SRGseniorliving.com NorthWest Place, an Independent Living retirement community located in Portland, residents enjoy a vibrant retirement lifestyle with a full calendar of social, cultural, and educational opportunities. Complementing the community’s one and two-bedroom residences is a full menu of services and amenities, such as an onsite restaurant with daily fresh specials, a rooftop garden, an art room and a fitness center. To take a tour, please call 503-388-4208.

HAROLD SCHNITZER CENTER FOR LIVING Mike Martynowicz, Administrator 6125 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4300 cedarsinaipark.org The Harold Schnitzer Center for Living, Oregon’s first Green House ® homes, offers long-term intermediate nursing care in a setting that isn’t “home like” – it is home. Spacious, stunning

ROBISON HEALTH & REHABILITIATION CENTER Mike Martynowicz, Administrator 6125 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4300 cedarsinaipark.org Robison Health & Rehabilitation Center at CSP offers post-acute rehabilitation services and

Ultimately, it’s your experience that matters. To be sure, we’re proud of our 30 years of experience in senior living. But, to us,

I n de p e n de n t L i v i ng

what really matters is your experience

2420 NW Marshall Street Portland, OR • 503.388.5417

at our communities. We do everything with that idea clearly in mind. So, go ahead, enjoy yourself with great social opportunities and amenities. Savor fine dining every day. We invite you to experience NorthWest Place and SpringRidge at Charbonneau for yourself at a complimentary lunch & tour. Please call now to schedule.

I n de p e n de n t & A s s i s t e d L i v i ng M e mor y C a r e

32200 SW French Prairie Road Wilsonville, OR • 503.218.3614

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All In One Mobility 503-255-5005 Sales - Installations - Service - Rentals

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• Stair Lifts (curved & straight stair lifts on display) • Walk-in Baths & Roll-in Showers (over 15 units on display) • Track Lifts - Ceiling & Portable (portable on display) • Scooters, Lift Chairs, Wheelchairs (over 40 on display) • Home Elevators, Platform Lifts & more

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"If you ask what is the single most important key to longevity, I would have to say it is avoiding worry, stress and tension. And if you didn’t ask me, I'd still have to Ultimately, it’s say your it." experience

that– George matters. Burns To be sure, we’re proud of our 27 years of experience in senior living. But, to us, what really matters is

support to those recovering from your experience at our communities. surgery, strokes, accidents and other major health traumas. Our in mind. So, go ahead, enjoy yourself with rehabilitation team develops great social opportunities and amenities. an individualized plan focused Savor fine dining every day. on preparing patients for a We invite you to experience return home by providing clinical Northwest Place and SpringRidge care in a peaceful and private at Charbonneau for yourself environment. We do everything with that idea clearly

at a complimentary lunch and tour. Please call now to schedule.

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ROSE SCHNITZER MANOR Irit Mandelsberg, Administrator 6140 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4000 RoseSchnitzerManor.org Rose Schnitzer Manor Assisted Living offers a comfortable, elegant and caring community dedicated to providing the highest quality care while supporting a vital lifestyle. Residents enjoy gourmet meals in an array of fine dining settings, daily fitness classes, frequent outings, plus a wealth of oncampus activities to stimulate mind, body and soul. Nestled in 27 acres of urban forest and gardens, Rose Schnitzer Manor

de p e n and de n twelcoming L i v i ng … the isI nfriendly perfect place to callStreet home. 2420 NW Marshall Portland, OR • 503.388.5417

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M e mor y C a r e SPRINGRIDGE AT 32200 SW French Prairie Road CHARBONNEAU

Wilsonville, OR • 503.218.3614 Christine Holloway, Director of Sales & Marketing SRGseniorliving.com 32200 SW French Prairie Road Wilsonville, OR 503-218-3614 SpringRidge@SRG-LLC.com SRGseniorliving.com Located in Willsonville, SpringRidge at Charbonneau offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in stylish residences. A full calendar of social, cultural and educational opportunities enhances the vibrant lifestyle that the community offers. Residents enjoy a wealth of services and amenities such as an onsite restaurant, a bistro and private dining room, indoor swimming pool and spa and a fully equipped fitness center. To take a tour, please call 503-2183614.

Embrace a new chapter - a new adventure in your life here at Portland's truly active independent senior living community. Discover a variety of interesting and meaningful experiences through our bountiful calendar of events and outings. Privately owned and locally operated, we are considered the best value coupled with superb service – in senior living.

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A NEW BEGINNING. A SOCIAL LIFESTYLE. A BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY.

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FOOD

CERTIFYING AGENCY • KOSHER GROCERIES • RESTAURANTS

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"There can be no joy without food and drink." —Talmud Moed Katan PH

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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.

SAFEWAY

DAIRY HILL ICE CREAM

8145 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 503-452-6068 ext. 1210

(Most flavors and some toppings certified by Oregon Kosher) 6352 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246-2374

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

RESTAURANTS

HOLY SMOKES (Glatt Kosher Smoked Sandwiches certified by Oregon Kosher) 3975 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Portland, OR 503-706-1006

KRISPY KREME

CERTIFYING AGENCY

OREGON KOSHER 6698 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-343-3497 oregonkosher.org

KOSHER GROCERIES

BOWERY BAGELS

Portland, OR 503-246-1713

BURLINGAME FRED MEYER 7555 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 503-452-3000

(Bagels certified by Oregon Kosher) 310 NW Broadway Portland, OR 503-227-NOSH (6674) bowerybagels.com

NEW SEASONS MARKET

CAFE AT THE J

16 stores in greater Portland area

(Certified by Oregon Kosher) 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-535-3630

ALBERTSONS AT SHATTUCK 5415 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy.

(Certified by Oregon Kosher) 16415 NW Cornell Road Beaverton, OR 503-645-2228

SUNNY’S LEGENDARY FROZEN YOGURT (Yogurts and most toppings certified by Oregon Kosher) 4397 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 971-271-8348

HUNGRY?

Look in Oregon Jewish Life to find delicious foods to satisfy your taste buds. Each issue, NW Nosh columnist Kerry Politzer reviews a restaurant or a particular cuisine. Award-winning chef Vitaly Paley offers a Russian Tea at the Heathman’s Tea Court Lounge. Plant-based Asian cuisines are cropping up all over town. One example is this Mother of Dragons from SushiLove.

Chef’s Corner columnist Lisa Glickman cooks up something tasty for each issue of Oregon Jewish Life. Lisa created this Pineapple Upside Down Cake for a sweet treat. Smoked Salmon, Arugula and Avocado Wraps make for great summer picnic fare.

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ISRAEL

Israel celebrated its 70th anniversary as a modern state on April 19, 2018. Yom Ha’Atzmaut not only marks the dream of restoring Jewish independence in our ancestral homeland, it also celebrates all the great achievements of the last 70 years. Over the past seven decades, Israel has given the world amazing advances from agriculture to high tech.

"In Israel, in order to be a realist you must believe in miracles." — David Ben Gurion

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (AFMDA) Western Region Los Angeles, CA 800-323-2371 western@afmda.org

AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AIPAC Washington & Oregon Office 206-624-5152 aipac.org

ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE Seattle, WA 206-448-5349 Seattle.adl.org

CHAI ISRAEL

Eilat, Israel

CONSULATE GENERAL OF ISRAEL 456 Montgomery, Ste. 2100 San Francisco, CA 415-844-7510 embassies.gov.il/san-francisco

ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC

6680 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-245-6496 jewishportland.org/ ourcommunity/jewishcommunity-relations-council

ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER Jewish Agency for Israel, Western Region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 225 74 OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019

Los Angeles, CA 323-658-7302 jewishagency.org/Aliyah

ISRAEL BONDS

1999 Avenue of The Stars, 11th floor Los Angeles, CA 310-996-3000 800-922-6637 israelbonds.com

JEWISH COUNCIL FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS 116 E 27th Ave. New York, NY 212-684-6950 jewishpublicaffairs.org

JEWISH NATIONAL FUND, PACIFIC NORTHWEST 1455 NW Leary Way #400 Seattle, WA 206-760-1188 ext. 940 jlipsky@jnf.org

JNFUTURE PDX 971-570-9005 danspear7@yahoo.com

J STREET PORTLAND PO Box 66073 Washington, DC 20035 503-422-2482 jstreet.org

OREGON ISRAEL BUSINESS ALLIANCE

A program of the Technology Association of Oregon c/o Technology Association of Oregon 123 NE Third Ave., Ste. 210 Portland, OR 503-228-5401 techoregon.org/oiba

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"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door." — Milton Berle

PHO TO B Y AM

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ENERGY SOLUTIONS

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and renewable power at more than half a million homes and business throughout Oregon.

FINANCIAL

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Ride in style sporting your own luxurious Mercedes-Benz. At our dealerships, not only will you be treated with first-class service, you will also find the area’s largest selection and the most affordable prices on the entire Mercedes-Benz inventory.

ENERGY TRUST OF OREGON Tom Beverly, Residential Programs Matt Getchell, Solar Programs Susan Jowaiszas, Commercial and Industrial Programs 421 SW Oak, Ste. 300 Portland, OR 503-493-8888 info@energytrust.org energytrust.org Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping utility customers benefit from saving energy and generating renewable power. Our services, cash incentives and energy solutions have helped participating customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas save over $7.6 billion on energy bills since 2002, through investments in efficient

FIRST REPUBLIC BANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT Rebecca DeCesaro, Senior Managing Director Barbara Palmer, Regional Managing Director 947 SW Broadway Portland, OR 503-471-4906 rdecesaro@firstrepublic.com firstrepublic.com

First Republic is a clientfocused private bank specializing in wealth creation 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 Michael Lortz, CPA, LEED AP, Shareholder, Real Estate Chair 888 SW 5th Ave., Suite 800 Portland, OR 503-221-0141 | 800-819-0141

Geffen Mesher, a Portlandbased accounting firm, focuses on providing ongoing financial strategy, accounting and CPA services for individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations. 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.

Our goal is to change the way you feel about banking.

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INSURANCE 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.

FOURNIER GROUP 510 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 701 Portland, OR 503-251-2255 info@fourniergroup.net fourniergroup.net

Headquartered in Portland, Fournier Group is a dynamic insurance agency providing optimal risk management solutions to diverse people and businesses. We take pride in being different from other agencies and in making a difference—for each client and the community. Our approach: innovate, educate, work hard and deliver top-quality personal service. Find out more at fourniergroup.net.

JEWELRY

HEALTH PACKOUZ JEWELERS

SKIN BY LOVELY 6000 Meadows Road #104, Lake Oswego 503-902-6337 lakeo@skinbylovely.com skinbylovely.com

Skin by Lovely specializes in FDA-approved, natural-looking, non-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 25 account for Galderma, the makers of Dysport and Restylane. Be Lovely….with Skin by Lovely.

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.

THIS IS OREGON. OREGON RUNS ON ENERGY. You know the cheapest energy you can buy? None at all. That’s right. The energy you save is the least expensive there is. At home and at work, Oregonians have worked with Energy Trust of Oregon to help make energy efficiency our region’s second-largest resource.

+Get more from your energy. Call us at 1.866.368.7878 or visit www.energytrust.org/oregon. Serving customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista.

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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.

Marilyn Andersen, Principal Broker Marci Johnston, Broker Michele Bell, Broker 1130 NW 10th Ave. Portland, OR 503-227-2000 hoytstreetproperties.com

Hoyt Realty Group offers unparalled expertise and dedication to your Pearl District selling or buying experience. Now Selling Vista Condominiums. Visit Vistanorthpearl.com. .

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Weddings: February 2019

WANDER NO MORE

Arts Supplement

WANDER NO MORE PRESENTS

FRONT CENTER The principles of true art is not to portray, but to evoke. —Jerzey Kosiński

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Oregon Jewish Life once again celebrates the start of a new arts season, which as usual coincides with the Jewish New Year. Though we feature the arts in every issue of Oregon Jewish Life, this relationship inspires us to take a more in-depth look at the arts in our Annual Resource Guide. This year we focus on how and why the arts enrich us as a society. We also take a look back at some of the arts stories we featured during the past year. We hope you enjoy the reflections and are inspired to seek out all the arts have to offer in the coming year.

Cindy Saltzman Publisher

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Art is Important

82 Reflections on an Enriched Community

88 A Look Back

92 Front & Center Directory

96 Sidonie Caron paints the world

FRONT & CENTER

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE ARTS By Mala Blomquist

here is no denying that art elicits a wide range of emotions. A beautiful painting in an art gallery can fascinate, drawing you in with its detail; a ballet performance can have you in awe at the grace and strength the human form can achieve; and listening to music can elicit memories of a specific person, place or time, causing feelings of great joy, sadness or a mix of both. Art has always been connected to the human experience. Both ancient and present-day indigenous groups have found a way to mix art into their traditional artifacts and rituals. The earliest form of such artwork in the Americas was found in Florida in 2007. Scientists believe the piece of carved bone, possibly from a mammoth, mastodon or giant sloth that depicts a walking mammoth, is more than 13,000 years old. There have been hundreds of pictures of animals with trunks etched on cave walls or carved into bone in Europe, but none had ever been discovered in America until this piece. Perhaps these ancient people used art as a form of communication, to share ideas, show ownership of property or maybe it was even more straightforward than that. What if they created art because it made them feel good? Scientific studies are finding that there is a benefit to your health when you are creative. An article called Art Making and Stress Reduction in Psychology Today refers to a study done in 2016 where adults participated in a 45-minute art-making session. Their cortisol levels (also known as the “stress hormone”)

were measured prior to the start of the class. After the group created art from collage materials, modeling clay and felt pens, their cortisol was tested again. Nearly 75% of the participants had a lower level of cortisol after creating art. Also, having prior experience didn’t seem to impact the outcome, meaning you don’t have to be familiar with the medium to gain some benefit from the process. Another research finding suggests that to stave off cognitive decline, doing creative activities may be more effective than merely appreciating creative works. A 2017 report from the Mayo Clinic Study of Aging indicated that people age 70 and older who did crafts projects had a lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment than did those who read books. In a 2014 German study, retirees who painted and sculpted had more significant improvements in spatial reasoning and emotional resilience than did a similar group who attended art appreciation classes. Enrolling in an art class at an art studio, community college or at the nearby Jewish community center is an excellent way to try out a new art form and “exercise” your creativity. It also provides a place to make new friends and further strengthen the community. There is no doubting that the arts enrich society, but we wondered how people actually felt about its impact on their community. We posed a question to local philanthropists, collectors, artists, educators and students: “How do the arts enrich our community?” Their replies can be found on the following pages.

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“HOW DO THE ARTS ENRICH OUR COMMUNITY”

As part of our celebration of the arts, Oregon Jewish Life asked arts professionals, educators, supporters and youth to share their ideas about how the arts enrich our community. You can read their replies on the following pages.

BRUCE GUENTHER

PORTLAND ART MUSEUM, CHIEF CURATOR-RETIRED OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION, ADJUNCT CURATOR

“The mind and the heart – reason and emotion – find powerful expression in the materiality and immediacy of art, and through the experience of art we are challenged to question and affirm our place within the rich diversity of the human community.”

SUSANNAH MARS

ARTISTS REP RESIDENT ARTIST

“The arts allow artists to share their personal expressions of stories – stories of the past, the present and the future. These stories are threads, intimately connecting the living and the dead, weaving throughout our communal and global history. Without the collective breath of artists the world would be a sterile place. Artists and their work inspire us to listen to one another’s heartbeats and dream.”

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ALICIA JO RABINS WRITER, MUSICIAN, PERFORMER AND JEWISH EDUCATOR PHOTO BY JASON QUIGLEY

“The arts allow us to show our innermost selves to each other, to be vulnerable, to connect on the deepest levels.”

PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY

(1917-1963) Urging public support for the arts in 1962

“The life of the arts, far from being an interruption, a

distraction, in the life of a nation, is very close to the center

of a nation’s purpose - and is a test of the quality of a nation’s civilization.’’

JEANINE SEMON PAINTER &

ED SEMON WRITER

Jeanine: “As an artist I see that art viewers become healthier and happier by looking at art. They enter the flow of the new place and its mystery, and are changed by the surprise they didn’t plan on. All of the arts can produce this change.”

RONNI LACROUTE ARTS SUPPORTER

PHOTO BY CAROLYN WELLS-KRAMER (CWK PHOTOGRAPHY)

“It is through the medium of the arts that we best express our humanity and explore the secrets of the heart and mysteries of the soul. The arts have the power to put us deeply in touch with our emotional and spiritual selves while helping us to empathize with other people and understand that we are all connected.”

Ed: “Bringing a major art exhibit to town attracts people from all over the country and beyond, who stay at hotels, eat in restaurants, buy theater tickets, shop and go to museums. That’s money in the city coffers.”

STEVE ALBERT

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER + PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY “The arts bring beauty and joy into our lives. Artistic performances and works of art can reflect upon the world around us and inspire us to think and question, ultimately changing our perspective. The arts compel us to engage – both with the work and with one another – building and strengthening community. And, in a Jewish context, the arts help us to comprehend, celebrate and strengthen our heritage and culture. In all these ways, the arts add meaning and depth to our lives.”

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“The Arts and Sciences, essential to the prosperity of the State and to the ornament of human life, have a primary claim to the encouragement of every lover of his country and mankind.” ~ George Washington

DIANE RUSSELL PAINTER

“I believe that art, whether it is visual, music or dance, can bridge the gap between people everywhere, making the world a more beautiful place to live. It enriches our lives, contributes to our society, gives people hope and reaches into our soul. It is something everyone in every country can relate to, and brings us all just a little closer together.”

RACHAEL WALKINSHAW ART HISTORY MAJOR, JUDAIC STUDIES MINOR AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY

“Art is a lens through which we can understand the world and ourselves; the arts invite us to interact with this understanding, contemplating who we are both individually and communally. Serving as a witness, a testimony to human experiences which cannot always be expressed or understood intellectually, art reveals the essence of what it means to be human.”

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JOHN RUSKIN

(1819-1900) English art critic

‘’Great nations write their autobiographies in three manuscripts – the book of their deeds, the book of their words and the book of their art. Not one

of these books can be understood unless we read the two others; but of the three the only quite trustworthy one is the last.”

RABBI SHNEUR WILHELM MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

“The arts showcase how our community expresses itself via the many different types of people who comprise it. Art allows people to communicate about themselves through their creations, be it via paints, pencils, yarn, thread, wood, clay or even the written word. Communities thrive through art.

HARRIET WINGARD

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY SIXTH GRADE HUMANITIES TEACHER AND WRITER “I turn to art in its myriad forms for inspiration, resonance, community, compassion, and to affirm our human dignity. The artist creates, and the viewer/listener/participant becomes the variable of interpretation. I love considering the mystery of the artist’s intentions. Art is a conduit for connection and revelation. “For my students, artistic expression is the blank canvas on which to splash their identities. I love coming to know them through their writing, painting, music, doodles, digital storytelling and Makerspace inventions.”

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AZURE ATTOE ART INSTALLER, AND ART TEACHER

“Art leads us to creative problem solving and focus. Novelty in the form of ideas, materials and technique spark our sense of possibility. In part because it often defies definition, art makes us more curious, inventive and tolerant. “Art increases our empathy and emotional intelligence by allowing us to viscerally explore other world-views. It inspires us to unpack our complex emotional reactions. “Those who support art and cultural institutions nurture our collective well-being. Creating art enriches us emotionally, intellectually and politically. Art supports a more peaceful society by increasing our understanding of others and by fortifying our minds and souls.”

FRONT & CENTER

MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Mittleman Jewish SandraCenter Shapiro Community Pianist Your Spot for Culture

ISRAEL FILM SERIES Various Dates throughout October

PEACE AND JUSTICE: THREE LETTERING TRADITIONS EXHIBIT Opening November 2018, show runs through January 2019

YOUNG ADULT LATKE BALL December 1, 2018

AUTHOR SERIES Various dates throughout March

YOM HA'ATZMAUT May 8, 2019

OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Summer 2019

Follow a dramatized story of Rachel Calof, a Jewish picture bride, as she emigrates from Russia to North Dakota.November 4 at 3:00 pm

he Mittleman Jewish Community Center (MJCC) provides a rich array of programs and services to the greater Portland community. As we grow and develop our cultural programming, we strive to be among Portlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best destinations for film, art, literature, theater and musical experiences. Over the past few years, we have deepened our commitment to the arts, through a myriad of cultural, social, artistic and educational activities ranging from programs such as our new Outdoor Summer Concert Series, Israel Film Series and Author Series to holiday celebrations and innovative family programs. Here at the J, we provide activities for people of all ages and backgrounds!

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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WILLIAM BENNETT

(1943) Former US Secretary of Education

“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing, and arithmetic … music, dance, painting and theater are all keys that unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.”

VIOLET

AGE 7, PHOTO TAKEN AT PORTLAND CHILD ART STUDIO “It makes people inspired and happy.”

ORAH

MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL THIRD GRADER, AGE 8 “Doing art makes kids more creative and even better problem solvers. Before I made art, I wasn’t very good at coming up with my own ideas, but now I can think for myself. I recently wanted to make a storybook at home, but we didn’t have staples; I realized I could use tape to put my piece together.”

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SYLVIE

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY 7TH GRADER “The arts let people express themselves. Some people are shy, mad, sad or happy, but don’t know how to express that. They can take it out on other people or get in their space, which would only create more problems. The arts help people express themselves without harming others. They can paint what they are feeling, make a play about how they are feeling; they can sing, dance and do just about anything the arts have to offer to help them feel better.”

Deportation, 1944, Henryk Ross, photographer

Upcoming Exhibitions at OJMCHE: MAIN GALLERY

Last Journey of the Jews of Lodz

In partnership with Portland Art Museum’s Memory Unearthed October 9, 2018 - February 24, 2019 Together these exhibitions offer an extraordinarily rare glimpse of life inside the Lodz Ghetto through the lens of Polish Jewish photojournalist Henryk Ross (1910–1991). Organized by the Art Gallery of Ontario

Mel Bochner: Strong Language March 7 - May 26, 2019

Mel Bochner (b.1940) consistently probes the conventions of painting and language. Bochner’s text-based works will be on view. From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation

EAST GALLERY

Eli’s Town

October 4, 2018 - December 2, 2018 In early 2017, photographer Elliot Burg traveled to the Ukraine to document the birthplace of his Jewish grandfather and namesake Eli. Burg’s photographs of Ukraine (“a marriage new and old”) document his journey.

Power of Protest: The Movement to Free Soviet Jews December 6, 2018 - February 24, 2019

American Jews launched one of the most successful human rights campaigns in the 20th century to demand freedom for Soviet Jews. Organized by the National Museum of American Jewish History

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FRONT & CENTER The Arts in Oregon Jewish Life: October 2017-July 2018

OCTOBER 2017

DECEMBER 2017

MOTHER’S PLAY EXPLORES LOVE AND LOSS Oregon Jewish Life Publisher Cindy Saltzman met actress Rebecca Schaeffer 28 years ago, shortly before the actress was murdered by a deranged fan. Recently she interviewed Rebecca’s mother Danna about her play “You in Midair” and about the impact Rebecca had on the world in life and death.

HEARING HAVURAH IN SHAKESPEARE In December, Portland Shakespeare Project presented the world premiere of “Pericles Wet,” a visceral reimagining of Shakespeare’s “Pericles, Prince of Tyre.”

Rebecca Schaeffer (second from left) and with her sitcom family, the cast of My Sister Sam

NOVEMBER 2017 ARI SHAPIRO CONSIDERS ALL THINGS THROUGH STORIES AND SONGS Ari Shapiro has traveled the world as a journalist with NPR and a guest singer with Pink Martini. In November, Ari shared the world he’s experienced with the city where he grew up – Portland. “Between songs I talk about places I’ve been, people I’ve met and things I’ve seen,” says Ari of his one-man show “Homeward.”

Commissioned by Portland Shakes (as PSP is also known), “Pericles Wet” is by Portland playwright Ellen Margolis. Shakespearean scholar Daniel PollackPelzner says the playwright’s use of women’s voices reminded him of the genderneutral prayers he grew up with at Havurah Shalom. DESIGN BY AARON C. YEAGLE

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JANUARY 2018 ANANDI WAS BORN TO SING Portland jazz singer Anandi Gefroh hails from a long line of musicians. Oregon Jewish Life columnist Kerry Politzer explored Anandi’s roots and how she has blossomed into “a real deal jazz singer.” PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANK DIMARCO

Clockwise: painting "ORCHID" by Ellen Green, Scarf by Wendy Russell and painting "Pomegranate" – by Buff Medb Neretin.

FEBRUARY 2018 ARTISTS JAM AT THE J With a full slate of exhibits planned for Jewish Art Month at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center in March, we presented the lineup of artists whose work would be on display. OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019 91

FRONT & CENTER MARCH 2018 ART REFLECTS OCTOGENARIAN’S COLORFUL LIFE Boris Uan-Zo-li’s artwork reflects his fascinating life – from Soviet electronics engineer and artist to painter and grandfather in Oregon. Big, bold, varied and colorful, his paintings are abstract, but his figures are identifiable and often instantly recognizable.

APRIL 2018

Boris Uan-Zo-li

MUSICAL MAGIC BENEFITS SHUL Portland pianist and composer Michael Allen Harrison brought his rare concert grand piano to spotlight Congregation Shaarie Torah’s first community-wide fundraising event. PHOTO BY ANDIE PETKUS PHOTOGRAPHY

CORVALLIS PRESENTS FIRST JEWISH FILM FEST “Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story” was one of six films the Beit Am presented in the first Jewish film festival in Corvallis.

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AUTHOR OFFERS INSIGHTS ON “THE GRADUATE” Author Beverly Gray came to Oregon to share her new book, Seduced by Mrs. Robison: How the Graduate Became the Touchstone of a Generation.

MAY 2018 LARRY KING STILL REIGNING STRONG Larry King sat down with Jewish Life’s Mala Blomquist to discuss his 61-year career in front of the microphone. He has conducted more than 50,000 interviews with athletes, movie stars, musicians, millionaires, politicians and presidents. PHOTO COURTESY OF LARRY KING

JUNE/JULY 2018 EXHIBIT FOLLOWS R.B. KITAJ’S QUEST FOR JEWISH ART Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education presents the first Northwest overview of work by renowned artist R.B. Kitaj. Curated by Bruce Guenther, R.B. Kitaj: A Jew Etc., Etc. presents a survey of works that reflect the artist’s deep exploration of a rich complexity of ideas and references to art history and Judaism. PORTLAND JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL TURNS 26 The Portland Jewish Film Festival presented an eclectic lineup of heralded films from all over the world. The Institute for Judaic Studies in collaboration with the Northwest Film Center selected 18 films to launch the festival’s second quarter century.

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FRONT & CENTER DIRECTORY

BONHAMS

Sheryl Acheson Portland Deportation, 1944, Henryk Ross, photographer Sheryl.acheson@bonhams.com 971-727-7797 or 503-312-6023 Upcoming Exhibitions at OJMCHE: bonhams.com/oregon One of the world’sM oldest largest auctioneers of fine art and A I Nand GA LLER Y antiques. Bonhams' Portland regional office provides local access Last Journey ofof the of Lodz to the exceptional resources ourJews extensive global network. In partnership with Whether building a collection or consigning property to our global Portland Art Museum’s Memory Unearthed auctions, weOctober offer key9,benefits including24, complimentary auction 2018 - February 2019 appraisals, expert numerous departments, Together thesespecialists exhibitionsinoffer an extraordinarily rare exceptional glimpseservice, of life inside thetoLodz Ghetto of through the lens customer access thousands collectors, as of well as Trust Polish Jewish photojournalist Henryk Ross (1910–1991). Accounting. Organized by the Art Gallery of Ontario

Mel Bochner: Strong Language March 7 - May 26, 2019

Mel Bochner (b.1940) consistently probes the conventions of painting and language. Bochner’s text-based works will be on view. From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation

ST GALLERY MITTLEMANE A JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Eli’s Town

Lenny Steinberg, Program Director October 4, 2018 - December 2, 2018 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR In early 2017, photographer Elliot Burg traveled to the 503-535-3555 Ukraine to document the birthplace of his Jewish grandfather Lsteinberg@oregonjcc.org and namesake Eli. Burg’s photographs of Ukraine (“a marriage oregonjcc.orgnew and old”) document his journey. The Mittleman Jewish Community Centers offers a widePower of Protest: The Movement to Free(MJCC) Soviet Jews range of social, cultural educational and arts programs. Here at the December 6, 2018 - February 24, 2019 J, youAmerican can attend concerts, films, exhibitions Jews launched one lectures, of the most successfuland so much human rights campaigns in the 20th century to demand more! freedom for Soviet Jews. Organized by the National Museum of American Jewish History

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OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND www.ojmche.org CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION Judith Margles, Director 724 NW Davis St. Portland, OR 503-226-3600 info@ojmche.org

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ojmche.org Main Exhibits: Through Sept 30: R.B. Kitaj, A Jew, Etc., Etc.; Oct. 9-Feb. 24, 2019: The Last Journey of the Jews of Lodz, An extraordinarily rare glimpse of life inside the Lodz Ghetto through the lens of Polish Jewish photojournalist Henryk Ross (1910-1991). In conjunction with Portland Art Museum exhibit of Ross photos: Memory Unearthed. Together the two exhibitions will offer an extraordinarily rare glimpse of life inside the Lodz Ghetto through the lens of Henryk Ross.

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.

PORTLAND BAROQUE ORCHESTRA

1020 SW Taylor St., Suite 200 Portland, OR 503-222-6000 email@pbo.org pbo.org Portland Baroque Orchestra produces intimate, historically informed performances of music composed before 1840. The orchestra uses instruments and techniques accurate to the times in which composers were writing, a practice known as historically informed or period performance. PBO is one of the four largest period orchestras in the United States. In the 2018-19 Season, PBO celebrates its 35th anniversary year, and its 24th under the artistic direction of world renowned baroque violinist Monica Huggett.

PROFILE THEATRE

Aiyana Cunningham, Donor & Patron Relations Venue: Artists Rep 1515 SW Morrison St. Portland, OR Mailing: PO Box 14845 Portland, OR 97293 503-242-0080 info@profiletheatre.org profiletheatre.org Profile Theatre is unique in that we devote our entire season to a single playwright. Our 2018-19 special double season features the work of Lisa Kron and Anna Deavere Smith. Experience the world through the lens of their work at mainstage productions, In Dialogue readings and community conversations.

THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS

Arizona 480-837-5637 info@thunderbirdartists.com thunderbirdartists.com Award-winning fine art & wine festivals in Carefree, Scottsdale, Surprise and Fountain Hills. Thunderbird Artists won 1st place for Entertainment/Signature Events in AZ Big Mediaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ranking Arizona 2018. Patrons love the ambiance of sipping fine wine, while listening to live music and strolling throughout Arizona's finest gathering of juried artists from throughout the globe. Carefree: Nov. 2-4/Jan. 18-20/March 1-3; Scottsdale Waterfront: Feb. 8-10; Surprise: Jan. 11-13; Fountain Hills: March 8-10. OREGON JEWISH LIFE RESOURCE GUIDE | 2018-2019 95

Only I Never Saw Another Butterfly (26 x 19 inches)

SIDONIE CARON PAINTS THE WORLD

SIDONIE CARON

Kibbutz Ga'ash (36 x 48 inches • SOLD)

Striated Seascape (27.5 x 19.5 inches)

SIDONIE CARON’s paintings adorn interiors from the Empire State Building to Oregon Health and Science University. Sidonie was educated in London at St. Martins School of Art and the Central School of Arts and Crafts. “I was born in Berlin, Germany, raised in England then moved with my husband and children to Oregon, where I now live,” says Sidonie. “My paintings span a broad rich spectrum of subjects … I’m eternally curious, I’m always seeking other things,” she explains. Her repertoire includes landscapes, seascapes, mountainscapes, the human form, Judaica and

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Asian art, abstracts and maps. She found one illusive inspiration visiting her older son, who was living on Kibbutz Ga’ash. The kibbutz had trees from China they were trying to grow for special wood. The trees failed to thrive, but while Sidonie was there the pink blossoms were beautiful. The pink features prominently in her painting “Kibbutz Ga’ash,” one of two of her pieces on the walls of Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in Hillsboro. Her work is in collections including Bertelsman, New York; Bantam Doubleday Dell headquarters, New York; Microsoft Corp., Redmond, WA; Salishan Lodge, OR;

Skamania Lodge, Stevenson, WA; and the Alexis Hotel, Seattle. She has had solo shows at dozens of Pacific Northwest museums and has participated in invitational and juried shows, including the Seattle Art Museum; the Attic Gallery and the Mark Woolley Gallery in Portland; the Lawrence Gallery in Gleneden Beach; the McMullan Museum of Art at Boston College; and the U.S. Embassies in Mauritania and Lisbon, Portugal. Sidonie is represented by the Heidi McBride Gallery, Portland; and Portland Art Museum Rental Sales Gallery. To view her paintings, visit www.sidoniekcaron.com.

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ADULT DAY SERVICES AT CEDAR SINAI PARK 67 CONSULATE GENERAL OF ISRAEL 74 AHAVAS TORAH SYNAGOGUE 36,47 • COURTYARD VILLAGE AT RALEIGH HILLS 68,71 AKIVA COLLEGE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 64 CTEEN PORTLAND 56 ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP DAIRY HILL ICE CREAM 73 SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF 56 DIGNITY MEMORIAL 47 ALBERTSONS AT SHATTUCK 73 • ENERGY TRUST OF OREGON 76,77 ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL IN ISRAEL EVERYTHING JEWISH 46 • ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC. 67,70 • FIRST REPUBLIC BANK PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT 76 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (AFMDA) 74 • FOUNDATION SCHOOL 51,54,60 AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE 74 • FOURNIER GROUP 9,77 ANSHE SHALOM 35 GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP 55 ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE 74 GAN-GARRET PRESCHOOL VANCOUVER 51 ARTHUR P. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF 62 GAN: PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL 51 B’NAI B’RITH RETREAT CENTER 46 • GEFFEN MESHER 6,76 • B’NAI B’RITH CAMP 49,55 GESHER – A BRIDGE HOME 37 BB CAMP INCLUSION PROGRAM 56 GIFT (GIVING IT FORWARD TOGETHER) 31 BB DAY CAMP PORTLAND 55 GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL 64 BBYO 56 HADASSAH, PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION 31 BEIT AM 36 HADASSAH, PORTLAND CHAPTER 31 BEIT HAVERIM 37, 53 HADASSAH, SHALOM CHAPTER 31 BEIT YOSEF 38 HAROLD SCHNITZER CENTER FOR LIVING 68 BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY 64 • HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM • BONHAMS 94,95 IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY 59,62 BOWERY BAGELS 73 • HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM BURLINGAME FRED MEYER 73 IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 61, 62,65 CAFE AT THE J 73 • HASSON COMPANY 27,78 CAMP GAN ISRAEL-VANCOUVER 55 • HAVURAH SHALOM 17,36,37,52,54 CAMP MIRIAM 56 HAVURAH SYNAGOGUE 38 CAMP SEED 55 •HEARING HEALTH 67,68 • CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER 55,56 HEIMANN FAMILY WISDOM GARDEN HEBREW SCHOOL 54 CARL PRESCHOOL: A COOPERATIVE JEWISH PRESCHOOL 51,59 HESED SHEL EMET 47 • CEDAR SINAI PARK 11,68 HEVRA KADDISHA OF PORTLAND 47 CENTRAL COAST JEWISH COMMUNITY 36 HILLEL AT OSU 64 CHABAD AT REED 64 HILLEL AT THE U OF O 64 CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE-SALEM 35 HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SERVICES 67 CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOLS 53 HOLY SMOKES 73 CHABAD HOUSE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 64 HOOD RIVER HAVURAH 36 CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF HILLSBORO 35 • HOYT REALTY GROUP 78 CHABAD OF CENTRAL OREGON 35 INSTITUTE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES 64 CHABAD OF CLARK COUNTY 35 INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS 64 CHABAD OF EUGENE 35 ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC 74 CHABAD OF NE PORTLAND 35 ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER 74 CHABAD OF OREGON 35 ISRAEL BONDS 74 CHABAD OF SE PORTLAND 35 J STREET PORTLAND 74 CHABAD OF SOUTHERN OREGON 35 J-PRO OREGON 65 CHABAD OF SW PORTLAND 35 JACKSON WELLSPRINGS 46 CHAI ISRAEL 56,63,74 JAN’S JEWISH LEARNING 64 CHEVRA KAVAD HEMET 46 JEWISH BUSINESS NETWORK 31 CHEVRA KADISHA OF THE ROGUE VALLEY 47 JEWISH CEMETERY AT RIVER VIEW CEMETERY 47 COMMUNITY CHAPLAIN 36 JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON 36 CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM 38 JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL 31 • CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL 38,52,61 JEWISH COUNCIL FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS 74 CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 53 JEWISH CUB SCOUTS PACK 739 56 CONGREGATION KESSER ISRAEL 36 JEWISH DAD’S NIGHT OUT 65 CONGREGATION KOL AMI 38 JEWISH ENCOUNTER GROUP 37 CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION 53 JEWISH EVENTS WILLAMETTE VALLEY 31 • CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM 21,35,37,64 • JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE 31,32 • CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH 21,35,38 JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE COUNSELING SERVICES 67 • CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH 27,36,50,60 JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE EMERGENCY AID SERVICES 65 CONSCIOUS TORAH 64 JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF LANE COUNTY 32

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•JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PORTLAND 4,32,100 JEWISH FEDERATION OF LANE COUNTY 32 JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND 65 JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF OREGON 32 JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY 32 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND, PACIFIC NORTHWEST 74 JEWISH WOMEN’S ROUND TABLE 32 JEWS NEXT D’OR 64 JNFUTURE PDX 74 JR NCSY 56 JSU-PORTLAND 56 JWEST CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM 56 KEHILLAH 65 KOL SHALOM 36 KOL SHALOM CHILDREN’S EDUCATION 54 KRISPY KREME 73 LESTER & ANNETTE GOLDSCHMIDT HILLEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF 63 LEWIS & CLARK HILLEL 64 • MAAYAN PRESCHOOL 52 • MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL 52,53,58 MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL 52 • MARK SPENCER HOTEL 43,46 MASA ISRAEL 63 MAYIM SHALOM 36 MAZON: A JEWISH RESPONSE TO HUNGER 32 • MERCEDES-BENZ OF BEAVERTON/ MERCEDES-BENZ OF PORTLAND 2,76 MIKVAH MEI MENACHEM 46 MIKVAH SHOSHANA 46 • MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER 17,32,33,46,55,87,94 MOHELS 45 MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND 64 NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT 54,60 NCSY 56 NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION 64 NEVEH SHALOM ALIYAH PROGRAM 54, 60 NEW SEASONS MARKET 73 NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP 65 NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH 56 NORTH COAST SHABBAT GROUP 36 • NORTHWEST PLACE 68,69 OJCF GIVING COUNCIL 65 OJCF PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP 65 ONE HAPPY CAMPER 56 OR HAGAN: LIGHT OF THE GARDEN JEWISH COMMUNITY 38 OREGON BOARD OF RABBIS 32 OREGON ISRAEL BUSINESS ALLIANCE 74 •OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 7,17,33 OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY YOUTH FOUNDATION 56 • OREGON JEWISH LIFE 33,73,99 •OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION 33,89,94 OREGON KOSHER 73 P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND SIMCHA SCHOOL 55 • P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND 21,38 • PACKOUZ JEWELERS 3,46,77,80,94 PARTNERS FOR INDEPENDENCE 65 PDX MOTS 65 PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL 52 PJ LIBRARY EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD 51

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PJ LIBRARY IN OREGON 51 PJ LIBRARY PORTLAND 50 PJ OUR WAY 51 PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY 55 POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 52 • PORTLAND BAROQUE ORCHESTRA 89,94 • PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY 21,51,52,53,58 PORTLAND JEWISH EVENTS 65 PORTLAND KOLLEL 64 PORTLAND RISHONIM/UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH 56 • PORTLAND SPIRIT CRUISES & EVENTS 43,46 PORTLAND WOMEN’S TEFILLAH 36 PORTLAND’S UNSHUL 37 • PROFILE THEATER 85,95 PSU JUDAIC STUDIES/HEBREW SCHOLARSHIPS 63 RACHEL’S WELL COMMUNITY MIKVAH 46 RELIGION OUTSIDE THE BOX 37 RIGHT START 52 • RIVER VIEW CEMETERY FUNERAL HOME 44,47 REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 63 ROBISON HEALTH & REHABILITIATION CENTER 68 ROSE SCHNITZER MANOR 71 SAFEWAY 73 • SHAARIE TORAH EDUCATION PROGRAM 54,59 SHUL SCHOOL 55 • SINAI IN-HOME CARE 67,68 • SKIN BY LOVELY 13,77 SPRINGRIDGE AT CHARBONNEAU 69,71 STAMPFER RETREAT CENTER AT CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER 46 STAND WITH US NORTHWEST 74 SUNNY’S LEGENDARY FROZEN YOGURT 73 SUSSMAN FUND FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES 63 TALMUD STUDY GROUP 64 TASK, YOUR JEWISH CONNECTION TO DISABILITY AWARENESS/JFCS 56 TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL 37, 47 TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL 52 TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM 37 TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH 38 TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM 37 TIKVAH, SOCIAL AND RECREATION FOR DISABILITY COMMUNITY/JFCS 65 TIVNU: BUILDING JUSTICE 63 • THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS 84,95 TRADER JOES 73 UMPQUA VALLEY HAVURAH 36 • UNIVERSITY OF OREGON EDUCATIONAL TOURS 6,64 • URDES MILLER GROUP 5,75,77 URJ CAMP KALSMAN 56 URJ CAMP NEWMAN 56 WHOLE FOODS MARKET 73 WILLAMETTER VALLEY JEWISH COMMUNITY BURIAL SOCIETY 47 WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY 65 YOUNG’S FUNERAL HOME 47

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