Oregon Jewish Life Annual Resource Guide 2024

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PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE

CINDY SALTZMAN Publisher

The Jewish community may have a reputation as an argumentative lot, but there is tragically one thing that we all agree on; October 7, 2023 changed our lives forever. For the first time, many of us are asking hard questions, uncomfortable questions, existential questions about our survival as Jews and how we can continue to thrive and be safe in a post-October 7 world.

In the early days after October 7, I prayed for a miraculous hostage recovery à la the 1976 Entebbe Raid. How naive I was. I have always believed in miracles when it comes to Israel, but as the fate of our hostages hangs in limbo, it feels like miracles are harder to come by. I do believe that we will win this war, but it won’t be a miracle. And like all wars, it will be at a heartbreaking cost.

The miracle that has occurred, however, is that despite our people suffering a barbaric massacre, we did not become barbarians ourselves. We gathered our strength, and humanity to come together in love, compassion, and survival...THAT is our miracle.

Please enjoy this year's annual resource guide. We hope it will help you to navigate your Jewish community.

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Beyond High School

You probably already know that the Oregon Lottery helps support Oregon’s public schools. But if you’re like most people, you probably think that support stops at grade 12—that the dollars stop at Oregon’s high schools.

Nothing could be further from the truth!

In 1995, Oregon voters extended lottery funding to our public schools, including all seven of Oregon’s public universities.

From Oregon’s smaller universities like Eastern Oregon University and Oregon Tech, to the big players like the University of Oregon and Oregon State, lottery dollars help finance education well beyond high school graduation.

For Our Future

Why does it matter? Because six out of ten jobs in Oregon require applicants to have education or training beyond high school. College graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn two-thirds more on average than high school graduates. And, beyond the workforce, we all benefit when educated citizens vote on the issues that will impact our future.

When you play Oregon Lottery games, you help Oregon students aim high; you’re placing a bet on a game but investing in a brighter future for us all.

FOOD LOVER'S HOLIDAYS

PASSOVER

Begins sundown 4.22.2024 - ends 4.30.2024 Matza Ball Soup

PURIM

Begins sundown 3.23.2024 - ends 3.24.2024 Hamantaschen

YOM KIPPUR 10.11.2024 - 10.12.2024 Challah

ROSH HASHANAH 10.2.24 - 10.4.2024 Apples & Honey

TISHA B'AV

Begins sundown 8.12.2024 - ends 8.13.2024 Koshari

YOM HASHOAH

Begins sundown 5.5.2024 - ends 5.6.2024

We look forward to our holidays because some of our favorite foods are prepared. Arizona Jewish Life has chosen some dishes we think sum up this tasty ideal.

TU B'SHVAT

Begins 2.12.2025 - ends 2.13.2025 Olives

LAG BAOMER

Begins sundown 6.25.2024 - ends 6.26.2024 Shish Kabobs

SHAVUOT

Begins sundown 6.11.2024 - ends 6.13.2024 Dairy

HANUKKAH

Begins 12.25.2024 - ends 1.2.2025 Potato latkahs

SUKKOT

10.16.2024 - 10.23.2024

Chicken breast stuffed with ripe apricot

YOM HA'ATZMAUT

Begins sundown 5.13.2024 - ends 5.14.2024 Falafal

In floriography, the iris flower symbolises faith, courage, valour, hope and wisdom.

TAGENCIES & ORGANIZATIONS

JEWISH AGENCIES & ORGANIZATIONS

JEWISH MEDIA

JEWISH TAX CREDIT ORGANIZATIONS

he first Oregon Jews often lived in other places in America before finding their way out West. Many of them were merchants who helped build a strong Jewish community – founding synagogues, schools, social and charitable organizations and welcoming waves of other immigrants, refugees and survivors who would come to call Oregon their home. Those later arrivals made their own contributions to Oregon Jewish life.

The first Jewish organization in Oregon, Portland’s Mt. Sinai Cemetery Association, was incorporated in 1856. The Portland chapter of the National Council of Jewish Women organized in 1896, remaining active for nearly 120 years. The B’nai B’rith Building, later to become the Jewish Community Center, opened in 1914; in 1971 the center moved to its present location in Southwest Portland. In 1920 The Jewish Women’s Endeavor joined forces with the Old Men’s Hebrew Fraternal Organization to create “The Jewish Old Peoples Home.” The Federated Jewish Societies, the precursor of today’s Jewish Federation of Greater Portland, organized in 1920 to raise money for a variety of Jewish institutions.

Beneficiaries included the B’nai B’rith Building, the First Hebrew Benevolent Society, Jewish Relief Society, Jewish Women’s Benevolent Society, Jewish Women’s Sewing Society, National Jewish Hospital for Consumptives, Neighborhood House, the Committee on Jewish Orphans, Portland Hebrew Free School, Sisters of Israel Benevolent Society and the South Portland Benevolent Society.

As community and individual needs shifted in subsequent decades, some organizations faded, others evolved, and new groups arose to meet the needs of 21st century America. Following are the organizations that today meet the needs of Jews living in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

AGENCIES/ORGANIZATIONS

ADL PACIFIC NORTHWEST

206-448-5349

seattle.adl.org

ALBERTA SHUL

503-703-5205

albertashul.wordpress.com

AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (AIPAC)

Oregon and Washington office 206-624-5152

aipac.org

AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE

212-751-4000

ajc.org

B’NAI B’RITH INTERNATIONAL

1120 20th St. NW #300N, Washington, DC 202-857-6600

bnaibrith.org

EASTSIDE JEWISH COMMONS

2420 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR ejcpdx.org

GIFT (GIVING IT FORWARD TOGETHER)

9604 NE 126th Ave. #2340, Vancouver, WA 360-524-4830

giftclarkcounty.com

HADASSAH, PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION

6214 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA hadassah.org/regions/pacific-northwest

IAC EITANIM-PORTLAND

Gitit Dekel Stein, Community engagement Manager, Portland Israeli American Council (IAC) (971) 348-9294

gdekel@Israeliamerican.org

IAC Eitanim brings together the next generation’s Jewish-American and Israeli-American middle and high school students for an immersive, innovative, project-based learning experience which strengthens participants’ Jewish identity, builds their connection to Israel and ignites their “Israeliness”.

Mentored by industry experts, Israeli- and Jewish American teens lead innovative projects, build their resumes, and develop important life skills while forming new friendships with like-minded peers.

Teens who engage in Eitanim get to:

* Connect to Israel culture, values and spirit

* Be guided by leading mentors, innovators and creators

* Develop valuable life and business skills

* Connect with Israeli-American and jewish-american teens across the nation

* Collaborate and impactful projects and initiatives

We would be thrilled to have families start their journey with us, and proud of taking this great step of infusing the love of Israel and Israeliness in the Portland Jewish community.

JEWISH BUSINESS NETWORK

9604 NE 126th Ave. #2340, Vancouver, WA 360-524-4830

thejbn.org

JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-245-6496

jewishportland.org/jcrc

JEWISH EVENTS WILLAMETTE VALLEY

2531 Chula Vista Blvd., Eugene, OR 541-514-2571

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079

info@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF LANE COUNTY

Office inside Temple Beth Israel at 1175 E. 29th Ave. Mail: PO Box 5924 Eugene, OR 541-484-2541

jewishfedlc.org/jewish-family-services

JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PORTLAND

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 97223 503-245-6219

jewishportland.org

JEWISH FEDERATION OF LANE COUNTY

Office: inside Temple Beth Israel at 1175 E. 29th Ave. Mail: PO Box 5924

Eugene, OR 541-484-2541

jewishfedlc.org

JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7417

jewishportland.org/ourcommunity/jewish-free-loan

JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF OREGON PO Box 19736, Portland, OR 971-266-0005

sites.rootsweb.com/~orjgs/contact

JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY

nwfam.com/jgswvo

JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE

140 W. 31st St., 2nd floor, New York, NY 212-477-0707

jewishlaborcommittee.org

JEWISH NATIONAL FUND, PACIFIC NORTHWEST

1455 NW Leary Way #400, Seattle, WA 206-760-1188

jnf.org

JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL

1129 20th St. NW #801, Washington, DC 800-343-2823

jwi.org

JEWISH WOMEN’S ROUND TABLE Portland, OR jwrt.org

JOINT ACTION COMMITTEE FOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS (JAC)

847-433-5999

jacpac.org

MAZON: A JEWISH RESPONSE TO HUNGER

10850 Wilshire Blvd. #400, Los Angeles, CA 800-813-0557

mazon.org

MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Steve Albert, Executive Director

Jenny Robinett, Assistant Executive Director

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 community for over 100 years, providing a gathering place for the Jewish community while warmly embracing people of all faiths. The MJCC offers wellness, recreational, social and educational programs, facilities and services including drop-in childcare, group exercise classes, personal training, a 25 yard lap pool, a warm water pool, racquetball courts, massage services, basketball, drop-in pickleball and lacrosse, youth and adult soccer leagues, after school youth programs, summer day camp, a wide array of arts, cultural, educational and social programs, holiday programming, a cafe and more!

NA’AMAT USA

6320 Canoga Ave. #270, Woodland Hills, CA 844-777-5222

naamat.org

OREGON BOARD OF RABBIS

541-520-3434

oregonboardofrabbis.org

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION LIFE AND LEGACY PROGRAM

1618 SW First Ave., #210, Portland, OR 503 248-9328

rachael@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

LIFE & LEGACY™ is a program initiated by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF). HGF works with Foundations and Jewish Federations across North America to promote afterlifetime giving to build endowments that will provide financial stability for Jewish organizations and communities. This fouryear program provides training, support, and grant incentives to help Jewish institutions work collaboratively with one another to implement legacy giving in their philanthropic culture so all will thrive. There are six organizations participating in the current program: Congregation Kol Ami, Congregation Shir Tikvah, Eastside Jewish Commons, Jewish Federation of Lane County, NCSY Oregon, and Greater Portland Hillel.

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IMPACT TOGETHER

1618 SW First Ave., #210, Portland, OR 503 248-9328

rachael@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation has created a new charitable fund to address social issues in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The fund is designed to engage and inform our community about solutions that address societal problems as a cause. Donating to a cause (rather than isolated services) allows members of our community to have a broader and more sustained impact, addressing root issues, driving systemic change, and promoting long-term solutions to complex problems. Learn more by visiting ojcf.org/impact.

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

David Forman, President and CEO

1618 SW First Ave. #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

davidf@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation builds community L’ahavat HaKehillah, for the love of community. Improving the world is a cornerstone of our Jewish identity and the work we do. Our expertise offers individuals comprehensive giving strategies to achieve their charitable goals. At OJCF, we connect people, and the issues they care deeply about, with organizations that provide opportunities for social impact, creating trusted partnerships and meaningful engagement. OJCF is a philanthropic engine aligning people, purpose, passion, and philanthropy to ensure a thriving Jewish community today and tomorrow.

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

B’NAI TZEDEK YOUTH FUND + PROGRAM

1618 SW First Ave. #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

susanb@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

A B’nai Tzedek Youth Fund at OJCF allows students to be active donors to causes they believe in by establishing a fund for Jewish charitable giving. With an initial $250 contribution, matched with $250 by OJCF’s Community Endowment Fund, teens can begin their journey as a grantmaker.

The B’nai Tzedek Youth Fund Program brings B’nai Tzedek Fund Holders (ages 12-18) together four times throughout the year, to engage in activities to learn about community needs, tikkun olam, and how their philanthropy can help others and better our community and the world. Teens use this knowledge to grant a percentage of their fund balance annually to any eligible Jewish charity in Oregon, SW Washington, Israel, or another Jewish community of residence during or after college.

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

YOUTH FOUNDATION

1618 SW First Ave., # 210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

susanb@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

The Oregon Jewish Community Youth Foundation is a teen-led organization that empowers high school students who identify as Jewish to take action that aligns with their Jewish values and to establish a culture of giving as future community leaders. Meeting monthly during the school year, teens learn how to use the power of philanthropy to create positive change through fundraising, identifying community needs, granting funds to Jewish and general nonprofit organizations, and advocating for causes that align with their passion and values.

OREGON JEWISH MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION

724 NW Davis St., Portland, OR 503-226-3600

ojmche.org

ORT AMERICA

75 Maiden Lane, 10th Floor, New York, NY 800-519-2678

ortamerica.org

JEWISH MEDIA

OREGON JEWISH LIFE

Cindy Saltzman, Publisher advertise@ojlife.com editor@ojlife.com orjewishlife.com

Oregon Jewish Life offers the best of what the Oregon Jewish community has to offer: local personalities, the arts, businesses, agencies, happenings and Jewish food.

JEWISH REVIEW

9900 SW Greenburg Road, Suite 220 Tigard, OR 503-892-7404

jewishportland.org/jewishreview

http://www.jewishportland.org/jewishreviewhttp://www. jewishportland.org/jewishreview

The radiant Sunflower is a testament of faith and resilience

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 German-Jewish immigrants had moved from 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

CONGREGATIONS

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,

On the following pages, you can find the congregations and outreach groups that now serve the Jewish communities of Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Our Vision

A more humane world cultivated through Jewish living, learning, and celebration

Our Mission

To foster and preserve an inclusive, authentic, and engaging experience of Conservative Judaism in the Pacific Northwest.

Through meaningful lifecycle events, spiritual, educational, and social experiences, we become our best selves, strengthen connections to each other, and forge positive change in the world

Innovation – Chidush

Bringing the best of our creative Jewish wisdom, we encourage and develop new and innovative solutions to close the gap in our vision between what is and what can be

Jewish Life – L’Dor V’Dor

Embracing tradition and change, we engage in Jewish ritual, celebration and prayer, becoming an enduring family within our synagogue, keeping a vibrant relationship with Israel and the greater Jewish world, now and for generations to come

Inclusivity – K’lal

With acknowledgment of the divine spark in each of us, we create a culture of belonging where people of all diverse backgrounds and identities—such as religious observance, race, ethnicity, ability, gender, or sexuality— are all embraced

Community – Kehillah

Acting with courage, honesty, and integrity, we share meaningful moments where new relationships are forged, and old ones live on that shape our lives with connections to each other

Transformative Learning – Talmud Torah

We strive to deepen our understanding of Judaism on the lifelong path to becoming our best selves and creating a more humane world

Jews by Birth, Jews by Choice, Jews at Heart

CHABAD

CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE-SALEM

1370 Crowley Ave. SE Salem, OR 503-383-9569 jewishsalem.com

CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF CLARK COUNTY 9604 NE 126th Ave. #2340 Vancouver, WA 360-993-5222 jewishvancouverwa.com

CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF GRESHAM Gresham, OR 503-389-0312j jewishgresham.com

CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF HILLSBORO

965 SW Brookwood Ave. Hillsboro, OR 503-747-5363 chabadh.com

CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF OREGON

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR chabadoregon.com

Jewish education, celebration, tzedakah, and � worship. As a Reform Congregation

Religious School 2023-24

Kindergarten-7th grade, B'nai Mitzvah & Confirmation We would love to speak to you. Contact Jaime: office@beithav.org, Lake Oswego, OR

CHABAD OF CENTRAL OREGON Bend, OR 541-633-7991 jewishbend.com

CHABAD OF EUGENE

1400 High St. #A Eugene, OR 541-801-8653 jewisheugene.org

CHABAD OF LAKE OSWEGO Lake Oswego, OR 503-753-4744 jewishlo.com

CHABAD OF NORTHEAST PORTLAND 2858 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 503-309-4490 jewishnortheast.com

CHABAD OF SOUTHERN OREGON

1474 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR 541-482-2778 chabadofashland.org

CHABAD OF SW PORTLAND

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-381-7119

jportland.com

THE LEVIYITZCHAK CHABAD HOUSE

Reed College and SE Portland 3355 SE Steele St. Portland, OR 503-752-2258

jewishreed.com

TIGARD CHABAD JEWISH CENTER

Tigard, OR 971-329-6661

jewishtigard.com

CONSERVATIVE

CONGREGATION NEVEH SHALOM

Marlene Edenzon, Executive Director

Michelle Caplan, Assistant Executive Director

Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane

Portland, OR 503-246-8831

mcaplan@nevehshalom.org

https://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, Associate Rabbi Eve Posen, Cantor Eyal Bitton, Rabbi Emeritus Daniel Isaak, and our community, look forward to welcoming you. Come find your place with us!

CONGREGATION SHAARIE TORAH

920 NW 25th Ave.

Portland, OR 503-226-6131

shaarietorah.org

HUMANIST

KOL SHALOM

1509 SW Sunset Blvd. # 1E Portland, OR 503-459-4210

kolshalom.org

INDEPENDENT

BEIT AM

4318 NW Circle Blvd. Corvallis, OR 541-753-0067

beitam.org

CENTRAL COAST JEWISH COMMUNITY

c/o David Gomberg

PO Box 113 Neotsu, OR 541-921-1281

CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH

Eastside Jewish Commons

2420 NE Sandy Blvd.

Mail: 1631 NE Broadway St. #314 Portland, OR 503-473-8227 shirtikvahpdx.org

HOOD RIVER HAVURAH

hrhavurah.blogspot.com

JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON

21555 Modoc Lane

Mail: PO Box 1773

Bend, OR 541-668-6887 jccobend.com

MAYIM SHALOM

PO Box 307 Coquille, OR 541-266-0470 mayimshalom.us

NORTH COAST SHABBAT GROUP

Bob Chisholm Center 1225 Ave. A Seaside, OR 503-341-0693

PORTLAND WOMEN’S TEFILLAH

Beit Midrash at PJA 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246- 3185

UMPQUA VALLEY HAVURAH

PO Box 1821 Roseburg, OR 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 503-892-7401

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

HAVURAH SHALOM

Benjamin Barnett, Rabbi

Deborah Eisenbach-Budner, Education Director Adela Basayne, Program Director 825 NW 18th Ave. Portland, OR 503-248-4662

info@havurahshalom.org havurahshalom.org

Havurah Shalom is a diverse, egalitarian, welcoming, and engaged Jewish community for people of all ages, identifications, abilities, and backgrounds. As a part of the Reconstructing Judaism movement, we envision a just and compassionate world where creative Jewish living and learning guide us toward lives of holiness, meaning, and purpose. Our members work together to promote Jewish spirituality, learning, and social action. Continuing a decades-long tradition, our High Holiday services are free and open to all.

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL

1175 E 29th Ave. Eugene, OR 541-485-7218 tbieugene.org

TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM

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

TEMPLE EMEK SHALOM

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

REFORM

BEIT HAVERIM

Rabbi Alan Berg, Rabbi Karin Stolz, Religious School Director Jaime Gross, Temple Administrator 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 503-568-1241 office@beithav.org beithav.org

Beit Haverim, “House of Friends,” is an inviting inclusive Reform congregation located in Lake Oswego. We welcome Jews by birth, by choice, and at heart, along with members who may identify as interfaith, multi-ethnic, and LGBTQ+. We are committed to ending systemic racism and hate in all forms, theory and practice. Join us in worship, educational programming and our religious school which conveniently meets Sunday afternoon during the school year.

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL

1972 NW Flanders St. Portland, OR 503-222-1069

bethisrael-pdx.org

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

jewishvancouverusa.org

OR HAGAN: LIGHT OF THE GARDEN JEWISH COMMUNITY PO Box 5582 Eugene, OR 541-434-6551

orhagan.org

TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH PO Box 7472 Bend, OR 541-388-8826

bethtikvahbend.org

RENEWAL

HAVURAH SYNAGOGUE

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

havurahshirhadash.org

P'NAI OR OF PORTLAND

6948 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-248-4500

admin@pnaiorpdx.org pnaiorpdx.org

SEPHARDIC

CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM

6686 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-227-0010

info@ahavathachim.com ahavathachim.com

CONGREGATION BEIT YOSEF

4200 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 971-220-8152

beityosef.org

ERUVIM

PORTLAND ERUV

6688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR portlanderuv.com

EUGENE ERUV

541-844-1340

ahavastorah.info/kosher/kosher

“The pursuit of knowledge for its own sake, an almost fanatical love of justice and the desire for personal independence − these are the features of the Jewish tradition which make me thank my stars that I belong to it.”

~Albert Einstein

Baby's breath flower often represents innocennce, sincerity, purity, and love in many forms.

LIFECYLE

A series of rituals guide Jewish families and individuals through each stage of life.

Except for the rituals surrounding death, each of the following stages is often accompanied. Even the rituals surrounding death bring the community together to remember and honor the deceased and support their family.

The following guide is adapted from stories in our archives.

BIRTH/INFANCY

The first significant 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, with no strict traditions that allow parents to create their own ceremony for welcoming their daughter into the Jewish community.

UPSHIRIN

For many boys, their first haircut is at three years of age. This ceremony is called an upsherin – a Yiddish word meaning to “cut off.”

The third birthday is a significant stage in the life of a Jewish boy. It is then that he officially begins his Torah education, and starts to wear a kippah and tzitzit.

BAR/BAT MITZVAH

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.

White roses also represent youthfulness, innocence, young love, and loyalty. Because of this, white roses are often also viewed as a way to symbolize new beginnings and have come to represent love.

Daisies are associated with heerfulness and positivity: The daisy is also a symbol of joy and cheerfulness, often associated with optimism and a positive outlook on life.

MARRIAGE

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), on, 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 destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. The glass reminds us that even during the most joyous of occasions, we still mourn. Others consider the glass’s fragility as a symbol of the frailty of human relationships, or that the couple is breaking with their past lives so that they can create a new family together.

DEATH 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 shortly 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.

The process begins with shiva – seven most intense days of mourning; then shloshim – first 30 days of mourning; and aveilut

Myrtle flowers have an interesting meaning. It symbolizes love, affection, and beauty. Myrtle flowers are often used in ceremonies involving weddings as they represent the bride’s purity and innocence.

– 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. The unveiling consists of removing a veil to reveal the tombstone in a relatively short ceremony marking the gravestone’s dedication.

Yahrzeit is the anniversary of the day of death, often observed by saying kaddish, giving charity (tzedakah) in memory of the deceased, and visiting the grave. It is considered a mitzvah is to mark a grave with a stone. Each mourner adds a stone to the collection on the grave. Judaism reminds us that there is permanence amidst the pain. While other things fade, stones and souls endure.

Chrysanthemum flowers are commonly used in funeral floral arrangements to say goodbye. White Chrysanthemums in particular are symbolic of bidding farewell, while celebrating a life well-lived by the dearly departed.

MIKVAHS (MIKVAOT)

A mikvah is a ritual bath satisfying specific requirements that incorporate “living water” (running or moving water from a God-given source such as rain, snow, ice or a spring). Immersion in a mikvah is performed for ritual purification and a change in status, including conversion. It is used by Jews who wish to observe the Jewish laws concerning family purity or sanctification before a Jewish holiday, wedding or conversion ceremony. The purpose of immersion is not physical, but spiritual, cleanliness. Today, mikvah use has taken on some modern spiritually satisfying meanings. Immersion is often a way of celebrating both happy milestones and the pains of overcoming losses.

JACKSON WELLSPRINGS

2253 Highway 99 N, Ashland, OR 541-601-8983

jacksonwellsprings.com/mikvah

MIKVAH MEI MENACHEM

Ashland, OR

541-482-2778

chabadofashland.org

MIKVAH SHOSHANA/WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-309-4185

facebook.com/PortlandWomensMikvah

RACHEL’S WELL COMMUNITY MIKVAH

6655 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 971-220-5580

jewishportland.org/mikvah

MOHELS

A mohel is the person who performs the circumcision in the brit milah ceremony for a male child on the eighth day after his birth. For more information, contact your local congregation.

BRUCE J. BIRK, MD

503-799-2794

portlandmohel.com

RABBI TZVI FISCHER

Oregon Bris Center

503-757- 0606

oregonbris.com

RABBI GADI LEVY

720-315-4266

myhomecircumcision.com

WENDY SMITH, MD

503-241-9528

SIMCHA VENUES

B’NAI

B’RITH CAMP RETREAT CENTER

Lincoln City, OR

503-496-7447

bbcamp.org/rentals

MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Bethany West, Rentals + Events Manager

Arzélie McAllister, Rentals + Events Assistant Manager

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR

503-244-0111

rentals@oregonjcc.org

oregonjcc.org/rentals

Think outside the box when you celebrate your simcha at the MJCC!

With flexible spaces at reasonable rates, the MJCC is available seven days a week for a wide range of events, such as b’nai/brit mitzvah celebrations, weddings, fundraising galas, meetings, and much more. The MJCC offers state of the art AV equipment, as well as high-speed internet available for your hybrid and live-streamed events. Fill out the rental inquiry form today at oregonjcc.org/rentals

SIMCHA VENDORS

JEWISH OASIS

Portland Chabad House

1218 NW Glisan St., Portland, OR 503-246-5437

jewishoasis.com

CHEVRA KADISHA/ JEWISH BURIAL SOCIETIES

Chevra kadisha, literally holy society, performs the traditional ritual of preparing individuals for burial. Volunteers carry out the ritual of washing, purifying and dressing the deceased, with men caring for men and women caring for women to maintain modesty even in death. Since Judaism promotes the dignity of 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.org

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.

PORTLAND HEVRA KADDISHA

Tigard, Oregon

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

BEIT AM’S CHEVRA KADISHA

541-753-0067

beitam.org

EUGENE

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL

541-485-7218

tbieugene.org

AHAVAS TORAH

503-261-3850

ahavastorah.info

CENTRAL OREGON

TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH

541-388-8826

bethtikvahbend.org

JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL OREGON 541-815-4912

jccobend.org

FUNERAL SERVICES

HESED SHEL EMET

Oregon Jewish Indigent Burial Society 503-564-8430

jewishportland.org/ourcommunity/hesed-shel-emet

RIVER VIEW CEMETERY FUNERAL HOME

8421 South Macadam Ave. Portland, OR 97219

503-246-6488

info@riverviewcemeteryfuneralhome.com riverviewcemeteryfuneralhome.com

CEMETERIES

Many congregations maintain their own cemeteries; see congregations section for contact information.

JEWISH CEMETERY AT RIVER VIEW CEMETERY

300 S Taylors Ferry Road, Section 142, Portland, OR 503-287-0066, 503-246-4251

jewishcemeteryatriverview.org

I am for my beloved, and my beloved is for me.

~King Solomon

Daisies are simple. They symbolize youth, purity, innocence, and loyal love.

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.

KIDS & TEENS

EDUCATION RESOURCES

PRESCHOOLS

DAY SCHOOLS/HIGH SCHOOLS

YOUTH GROUPS AND PROGRAMS

HIGH SCHOOL STUDY PROGRAMS

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

DAY CAMPS, CLASSES & ACTIVITIES

RESIDENT CAMP

FAMILIES

PJ LIBRARY PORTLAND

9900 SW Greenburg Road # 220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415

jewishportland.org/pjlibrary

PJ LIBRARY EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD

PO Box 5924, Eugene, OR 541-484-2541

jewishfedlc.org/pj-library

PJ LIBRARY IN OREGON

Oregon outside of Portland metro including Salem, Corvallis, Ashland and Bend 503-452-3443 pjlibrary.org

PJ OUR WAY

For ages 9-12 pjourway.org

PRESCHOOLS

FOUNDATION SCHOOL

Cory Willson, Director 503-293-7302

cwillson@nevehshalom.org

Candace Rothstein, Administrative Director 503-293-7307

crothstein@nevehshalom.org

Congregation Neveh Shalom

2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR

https://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.

THE GAN-GARRET JEWISH PRESCHOOL

9604 NE 126th Ave. #2340, Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859

thegan.org

THE GAN: PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-977-7850

portlandjewishpreschool.com

MAAYAN PRESCHOOL

Mrs. Lindsey Voorhees, Early Childhood Director lvoorhees@maayanpdx.org

Mrs. Rebecca Berzow, Early Childhood Judaic Specialist 2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568

info@maayanpdx.org maayanpdx.org

PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

Havurah Shir Hadash

185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: PO Box 1262 Ashland, OR 541-488-8887

POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL

Temple Emek Shalom

1800 E Main St.

Mail: PO Box 1107

Ashland, OR 541-488-2909

emekshalom.org/education

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126

office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org

RIGHT START

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415

jewishportland.org/rightstart

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL

1175 East 29th Ave., Eugene, OR 541-345-7314

tbieugene.org/preschool

TREE OF LIFE MONTESSORI

SE 42nd Ave. and Stark St., Portland , OR treeoflifemontessori.org

Open to Learning and Growing

Since 1869, Oregon Episcopal School has prepared students for higher education and lifelong learning by inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth so students may realize their power for good as citizens of local and world communities.

DAY SCHOOLS

CATLIN GABEL SCHOOL

Jasmine Davidson, Director of Beginning and Lower School Enrollment

Mary Braun, Director of Middle and Upper School Enrollment 8825 SW Barnes Road Portland, Oregon 503-297-1894

enrollment@catlin.edu

catlin.edu

Catlin Gabel is recognized as one of the finest schools in the nation for preschool through high school. Our commitment to progressive education encourages students to harness their curiosity and courage to become critical thinkers who advocate for themselves and others. Through smaller classes with dedicated teachers, students engage in discussions, hands-on learning, and reflection, becoming learners and leaders who have confidence in their knowledge and skills.

MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL

Rabbi Daniel Borsuk, Director of Development

Mrs. Becky Morland, General Studies Principal

Angela Singrey, Early Childhood Education Director

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

dborsuk@maayanpdx.org

maayanpdx.org

Maayan Torah Day School is now in its 13th year serving Oregon’s Jewish community. Alongside our K-8th grade is our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, servicing children from six weeks old through Pre-School, across 5 classes. We are currently servicing 37 families and over 100 children.

Our mission is to inspire and cultivate a lifelong love of Torah and learning, a deep sense of purpose, exceptional character, unwavering love for G-d, and a strong connection to the Jewish people and the Land of Israel. We have a dual curriculum, ensuring our students graduate with the ability to enter any high school program.

6612

office@PortlandJewishSchool.com

PortlandJewishSchool.com

6300 SW Nicol Rd Portland, Or 97223 503-768-3115

oes.edu

OES offers an inquiry-based education that prepares students, pre-K through grade 12, forhigher education and lifelong learning. It is a community in which outstanding faculty engage small groups of students to foster their curiosity and inspire them to use their power to do good work in the world. Hands-on, discussion-based, project-oriented learning happens inside and outside the classroom, and each discovery leads to the next, driven primarily by the curiosity of students.

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY

Steve Albert, Executive Director

Merrill Hendin, Principal

Erika Saiers, Director of Early Childhood (Infant-Pre-K)

Sarah Glass, Admission Director (Grades K-8) 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126

office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org

Portland Jewish Academy provides an academically rich education based on Jewish values that supports the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of children from infants through eighth grade. As a community day school that welcomes students and families of all backgrounds, PJA inspires community engagement, and cultivates a sense of belonging in a welcoming and inclusive community.

Accredited by Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) and a member of Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools.

HEBREW/RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS

BEIT HAVERIM RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

Karen Stolz, Religious School Director 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 503-568-1241

office@beithav.org

beithav.org/religious-school

Beit Haverim, “House of Friends,” is a small and inviting inclusive Reform congregation located in Lake Oswego. We welcome Jews by birth, by choice, and at heart, along with members who may identify as interfaith, multi-ethnic, and LGBTQ+. Our school values the tradition of mitzvot and the practice of tzedakah through thought and action. Join us in worship, educational programming and our religious school which conveniently meets Sunday afternoons during the school year.

CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOLS

Northeast: 971-801-2424

Southeast: 503-236-6642

Hillsboro: 503-747-5363

Vancouver, WA: 360-993-5222

Inspiring

Courageous Curiosity

Gabel places students at the center of learning. Discover the benefits of a progressive education from preschool to high school.

Learn more at CATLIN.EDU

Catlin

S

503-222-1069

THE HEIMANN FAMILY WISDOM GARDEN HEBREW SCHOOL

Havurah Shir Hadash

185 N Mountain Ave.

Mail: P.O. Box 1262

Ashland, OR

541-488-7716

havurahshirhadash.org/school

KOL SHALOM CHILDREN’S EDUCATION

1509 SW Sunset Blvd. #1E, Portland, OR 503-459-4210

kolshalom.org/childrens-education

2420 NE Sandy Blvd.

NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT

Mail: 1631 NE Broadway St. #314 Portland, OR 503-473-8227

shirtikvahpdx.org/education

NEVEH SHALOM ALIYAH PROGRAM

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-248-8831

nevehshalom.org/learning

bethisrael-pdx.org/education

CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION

7800 NE 119th St., Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088

jewishvancouverusa.org

HAVURAH SHALOM EDUCATION

825 NW 18th Ave.

Portland, OR

503-248-4662

havurahshalom.org/limud

Our educational offerings include Adult Learning, Tot Shabbats for families with children ages 0-5, Shabbat School (K6) based on a staff-guided, parent-teacher coop model, Middle School, and High School. Learn more at havurahshalom.org

Kindergarten through 6th graders in our ALIYAH program enjoy a vibrant youth community, led by our Director of Congregational Learning, Mel Berwin. On Sunday mornings, Jewish building blocks, mitzvot, lifecycle, holidays and creative arts are all part of the varied and active curriculum. Hebrew is an individualized program, with a choice of two in-person locations or zoom. Shabbat and holiday programming is offered through the elementary ages leading students to the profound milestone of becoming b’nai mitzvah. 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.

P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND SIMCHA SCHOOL

6948 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-248-4500

pnaiorpdx.org

SHAARIE TORAH EDUCATION PROGRAM

920 NW 25th Ave., Portland, OR 503-226-6131

shaarietorah.org

SHORESH PORTLAND

Maayan HaTorah

2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 971-266-0481

shoreshportland.com

SHUL SCHOOL

Temple Emek Shalom

1800 E Main St.

Mail: PO Box 1107

Ashland, OR

541-488-2909

emekshalom.org/education

DAY CAMPS

BB DAY CAMPS

Portland, Lincoln City, and beyond https://bbcamp.org/day-camps/ daycamp@bbcamp.org

At BB Day Camps, your Camper will make new friends while exploring their Judaism in a fun, creative, and active Camp setting! Each week our Campers will discover Arts & Crafts, Hands-On Science, Cooking & Baking, Games, Outdoor Adventure, and more! For campers entering kindergarten through Middle School. Early and after extended care is available.

CAMP GAN ISRAEL OF SW PORTLAND

Shimon Wilhelm, Director

Chabad of SW Portland/The Gan - 6612 SW Capitol HwyPortland, OR 97239

503-770-4500

Camp@Jportland.com

Jportand.com/camp

Camp Gan Israel is an immersive Jewish summer day camp that focuses on building children's identity and cultivating friendships that will last a lifetime. Swimming, sports, and songs are all infused with the unique Gan Israel spirit. The camp offers weekly trips, Challah baking, and a full schedule of activities. Gan Israel SW Portland is a part of the Camp Gan Israel international network, the world's largest network of Jewish summer camps.

CAMP GAN ISRAEL-VANCOUVER

9604 NE 126th Ave., Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859

jewishvancouverwa.com/camp-gan-israel

JOIN US FOR OVERNIGHT CAMP, SPECIALTY CAMPS, DAY CAMPS, FAMILY CAMPS, ADULT CAMPS, AND

CAMP SEED

6688 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-245-5420

portlandkollel.org/kids/home

GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-246-KIDS (5437)

ganisraelportland.com

MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Holden Regnier, Day Camp Director

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0111

hregnier@oregonjcc.org

oregonjcc.org/daycamp

Have an AWESOME summer at MJCC Day Camp! Open to everyone ages 3-15. Enjoy quality, age-appropriate programs that are super fun including swimming, cooking, Jewish culture,

drama, sports, and more! Build lasting memories and friendships! Flexible options from 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. MJCC Day Camp is imbued with a sense of joy, community, spirit and fun. Register at oregonjcc.org/daycamp

PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY PROGRAM

Contact: Celinda Llanez

6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0126

pjaproud.org

Open to everyone ages 4-15! Explore your creativity, discover your talents, nurture your curiosity, and broaden your horizons at PJA’s Summer Discovery Program. PJA offers enriching classes from experienced, professional teachers. Learn coding, experiment with string arts, construct elaborate Lego sculptures, and more! Learn more at pjaproud.org/summer

RESIDENT CAMPS

B’NAI B’RITH CAMP – OVERNIGHT

Oregon Coast https://bbcamp.org/summer-camp/ info@bbcamp. org

Located on the beautiful Oregon coast, B’nai B’rith (BB) Camp is a vibrant and inclusive Jewish camp serving the Pacific Northwest since 1921.

BB Camp has been a home away from home for generations of campers of different ages, backgrounds, denominations, and abilities. Our unique culture is built on sharing fun experiences in a welcoming environment that inspires all campers to grow and develop enduring Jewish identities

CAMP MIRIAM

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

CAMP SOLOMON SCHECHTER

Zach Duitch, Executive Director

Mail: 117 East Louisa St. #110 Seattle, WA 206-447-1967

info@campschechter.org

campschechter.org

Camp Solomon Schechter has a 68-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 175-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

CAMP DAISY & HARRY STEIN

Jennifer Walker, Associate Director 10460 N 56th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-951-0323 camp@cbiaz.org campstein.org

Camp Daisy and Harry Stein, owned and operated by Congregation Beth Israel in Scottsdale, is a unique and exciting place in the beautiful pines of Prescott, AZ. Camp Stein is Arizona’s only Jewish overnight camp. It is a place where campers discover more about themselves, their abilities, & their Judaism. Horseback riding, swimming, archery, gaga and more for children in 2nd-12th grade. A summer of fun, a lifetime of memories!

EDEN VILLAGE WEST

6176 McBryde Ave., Richmond, CA 510-560-5610

edenvillagewest.org

URJ CAMP KALSMAN

Rabbi Ilana Mills, Camp Director Jessica Brumer, Assistant Director Jena Whitesman, Assistant Director 14724 184th St. NE, Arlington, WA 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org

The Evergreen State lives up to its name from the moment you roll through the gates of URJ Camp Kalsman. Our 300 acres among the Cascade Mountains paint the perfect backdrop for an epic Jewish overnight experience! Kalsman offers a great balance of Jewish education and recreation. Campers 1st – 10th grade learn and hone skills in athletic, aquatic, artistic and nature programs. Join us next summer for a summer of fun, friendships of a lifetime, and an unparalleled Jewish experience. We can’t wait to welcome you home!

URJ CAMP NEWMAN

711 Grand Ave. #280, San Rafael, CA 415-392-7080 campnewman.org

CAMPERSHIPS

ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-and-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

646-278-4500 jewishcamp.org

CHAI ISRAEL

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415 jewishportland.org/travelisrael

ONE HAPPY CAMPER jewishcamp.org/one-happy-camper

YOUTH GROUPS

BBYO – EVERGREEN REGION

Mercer Island, WA 971-303-9764 bbyo.org

CTEEN OF NORTHEAST PORTLAND

2858 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR jewishnortheast.com/cteen

JEWISH CUB SCOUTS PACK 739

Portland, OR 503-432-1135 facebook.com/pack739

JEWISH STUDENT UNION 503-504-1301 jsu.org

NCSY

6688 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-757-3037/503-504-1301 oregon.ncsy.org

NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH

Congregation Beth Israel, Portland 503-222-1069

bethisrael.org/youth-education

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION B’NAI TZEDEK YOUTH FOUND PROGRAM

1618 SW First Ave. #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

susanb@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

A B’nai Tzedek Youth Fund at OJCF allows students to be active donors to causes they believe in by establishing a fund for Jewish charitable giving. With an initial $250 contribution, matched with $250 by OJCF’s Community Endowment Fund, teens can begin their journey as a grant maker.

The B’nai Tzedek Youth Fund Program brings B’nai Tzedek Fund Holders (ages 12-18) together four times throughout the year, to engage in activities to learn about community needs, tikkun olam, and how their philanthropy can help others and better our community and the world. Teens use this knowledge to grant 10% of their fund balance annually to any eligible Jewish charity in Oregon, SW Washington, Israel, or to another Jewish community of residence during or after college.

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY YOUTH FOUNDATION

1618 SW First Ave., # 210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

susanb@ojcf.org

ojcf.org

The Oregon Jewish Community Youth Foundation is a teenled organization that empowers Jewish high school students to take action that aligns with their Jewish values and to establish a culture of giving as future community leaders. Teens learn how to live a philanthropic lifestyle through fundraising, granting money to Jewish and secular nonprofit organizations and advocating for causes that align with their Jewish values.

PINWHEEL/UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 480-892-2732

usy.org/regions/pinwheel

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES BB CAMP INCLUSION PROGRAM

503-452-3443

bbcamp.org

TASK, YOUR JEWISH CONNECTION TO DISABILITY AWARENESS/JFCS

Janet Menashe, TASK Program Inclusion Specialist

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-729-8648

janetmenashe@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org

"I do not recall a Jewish home without a book on the table."

~Elie Wiesel

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 Fifth Ave. PO Box 751 – JST Portland, OR 503-725-8449

judaicst@pdx.edu

pdx.edu/judaic-studies

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies from Portland State University, you will learn how to navigate the complexity of our modern world by understanding its relationship with the past. We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an intensive liberal arts experience. Our faculty offer close mentoring to

COLLEGE & YOUNG ADULTS

CAMPUS GROUPS

ADULT EDUCATION

ADULT SOCIAL & NETWORK GROUPS

These blooms are very rich in symbolism. Generally, gladioli represent strength of character, faithfulness, moral integrity, and

support your success, and our partnerships provide opportunities for internships and study abroad. We offer several scholarships for students majoring in Judaic Studies, from $500 to $7,000 annually.

SCHOLARSHIPS

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

ojcf.org

OJCF scholarships support the educational pursuits of Jewish Oregonians. Students complete one online application to be considered for all eligible awards.

JULIE DIAMOND SCHOLARSHIP

Supports undergraduate and graduate education at accredited institutions. Students must demonstrate merit and financial need.

LESTER AND ANNETTE GOLDSCHMIDT HILLEL SCHOLARSHIP

Supports undergraduate education at the University of Oregon. Students must demonstrate strong financial need.

GUS AND LOLA ROSENBLATT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Supports undergraduate and graduate education for males at accredited institutions in Oregon. Students must demonstrate merit and financial need.

REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Supports undergraduate and graduate education at accredited institutions. Students must demonstrate merit and financial need.

ARTHUR P. KRISHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Supports Jewish education. Applications are prioritized in the following order:

Jewish Day Schools in Portland (grades 1 and above)* Board of Rabbis’ Teen Israel Experience program (this link opens in a new window)*

Students pursuing post-high school Jewish education through qualified programs at accredited educational institutions in the United States, including rabbinical schools. (Yeshiva programs are not eligible.)

*Most Krichevsky scholarship funds will be allocated to the

– first two categories. Day school support is provided directly to schools, not to individual students. The fund does not provide support for Israel trips outside of the Oregon Board of Rabbis’ Teen Israel program. Talk with your local rabbi to explore your eligibility.

MICHAEL SIMON SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Supports undergraduate and graduate education at accredited institutions and supports children of Jewish faith to attend Jewish overnight camps in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

JEROME M. REICH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Supports scholarships for camperships and Jewish Education.

GAP YEAR

AARDVARK ISRAEL IMMERSION PROGRAMS

646-844-7784

aardvarkisrael.com

CHAI ISRAEL

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415

jewishportland.org/travelisrael

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

1327 SE Tacoma Street, Unit 311, Portland, Oregon 503-232-1864

tivnu.org

CAMPUS GROUPS

AKIVA ON CAMPUS UNIVERSITY OF OREGON

1208 E. 19th Ave., Eugene, OR 404-532-8763

akivaoncampus.com

CHABAD AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON

1400 High St. #A, Eugene, OR 541-801-8653

jewisheugene.org

CHABAD HOUSE AT REED COLLEGE

3355 SE Steele St. Portland, OR 503-752-2258

jewishreed.com

GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL PO Box 1547, Portland, OR 503-867-3646

pdxhillel.org

OLAMI OREGON

Part of Oregon NCSY

1208 E. 19th Ave., Eugene 404-532-8763

oregon.olami.org

OREGON HILLEL FOUNDATION

Serving University of Oregon and Oregon State University 1059 Hilyard St., Eugene, OR 541-343-8920

oregonhillel.org

STANDWITHUS

Roz Rothstein, Co-founder and CEO

Randy Kessler, Executive Director StandWithUs Northwest P.O. Box 341069, Los Angeles, CA 206-801-0902

northwest@standwithus.com

standwithus.com

StandWithUs is an international non-partisan organization that inspires and educates people of all ages about Israel, and fights against antisemitism. Through university fellowships, high school internships, middle school curricula, conferences, materials and social media, StandWithUs supports people around the world who want to educate their schools and communities about Israel. For the last nine years, StandWithUs has consistently received

the highest possible ratings from Charity Navigator (four stars) and Guidestar (Platinum).

ADULT EDUCATION

BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY

Chabad of Oregon 6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-381-7119

jportland.com

CONSCIOUS TORAH 541-514-2571

conscioustorah.com

INSTITUTE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-246-8831

INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS

Oregon Board of Rabbis Portland, OR 971-248-5465

oregonboardofrabbis.org

NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION

Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane Portland, OR 503-293-7306

nevehshalom.org/adult-ed/

PORTLAND KOLLEL

6688 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-245-5420

portlandkollel.org

YOUNG ADULT

JEWS NEXT DOR

1972 NW Flanders, Portland, OR 503-222-1069

bethisrael-pdx.org/community/jews-next-dor-20s-30s

MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND

Portland, OR moishehouse.org/find-a-house/portland

OJCF GIVING COUNCIL

1618 SW First Ave., #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328 ojcf.org

The OJCF Giving Council is a community of Jewish professionals who pool their charitable donations to give collaboratively to deserving nonprofit organizations. The group holds a variety of charitable events throughout the year.

SOCIAL/SOCIAL ACTION/ NETWORKING GROUPS

CO/LAB

Portland, OR colabpdx.org

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

JEWISH HAPPY HOUR

meetup.com/Jewish-Happy-Hour

THE JEWISH MAMA MASHUP

503-780-7470

loveadventuremom.com/jewish-mama-mashup

NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP

503-312-2530

nextgenerationsgroup.wordpress.com

OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP

1618 SW First Ave., #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328

noahr@ojcf.org ojcf.org

Professional advisors play an important role in helping clients make tax-wise charitable gifts. OJCF’s Professional Advisors Group is comprised of professional advisors in various legal and financial fields who support the mission of OJCF. They assist by promoting charitable planned giving and providing educational programming, continuing education credits, and networking opportunities for attendees at lunch meetings held 2-3 times per year. Additionally, PAG members consult with and provide direction to OJCF staff and leadership regarding technical tax and legal issues.

OREGON JEWISH MOUNTAINEERS

6688 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 541-730-7538

climbingrocks.wixsite.com/website

PDX MOTS

Portland, OR meetup.com/PDXMOTS-35-54

SHULCHAN PDX

facebook.com/groups/994642067546434

TISCH PDX

Portland, OR tischpdx.org

WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY

Portland, OR 503-892-3015

jewishportland.org/ourcommunity/womens-philanthropy

COUNSELING

JFCS COUNSELING SERVICES

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 100 jfcs-portland.org

EMERGENCY AID

JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7417

jewishportland.org/freeloan

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE

Emergency Aid

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 134 jfcs-portland.org

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

KEHILLAH

Polina Munblit Gregg, MBA, Assistant Administrator 6140 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4000

polina.munblit@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsiniaipark.org

Kehillah at CSP is independent, HUD funded housing for adults with developmental disabilities.

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE

Disability Support Services

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 155 jfcs-portland.org

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MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0111

oregonjcc.org

MJCC offers a wide range of social, cultural, educational and arts programs including concerts, films, lectures, exhibitions and more. The MJCC partners with local arts organizations to provide unique experiences involving theater, dance and literary, visual and culinary arts. Explore Jewish culture such as an Israeli film series, concerts, author talks, and performances from visiting musical groups like Jewish Community Orchestra as well as lectures by experts on Jewish history and current events. Family centric programs with PJ Library include readings by local children’s authors and arts/craft programs that celebrate and teach about Jewish holidays. The annual “Day for the J” is a

THE ARTS

celebration of our community and welcomes the community to the center to participate in a range of family programs, fitness and sports activities and clinics, as well as arts programming.

OREGON SYMPHONY

Claire Buchanan, Marketing Manager

Fran Jamison, Director of Marketing 909 SW Washington, Portland, OR 503-228-1353

symphony@orsymphony.org orsymphony.org

Adventurous programming. Inspiring collaborations. Bridging art forms. Connecting lives. Sparking conversation. Every day, and with each exhilarating performance, the Oregon Symphony is moving music forward.

LIFETIME LEARNING FOR A

Camp Gan Israel of SW Portland

Chabad of SW Portland/The Gan 6612 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97239 503-770-4500

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Portland.com/camp

Camp Gan Israel is an immersive Jewish summer day camp that focuses on building children's identity and cultivating friendships that will last a lifetime. Swimming, sports, and songs are all infused with the unique Gan Israel spirit. The camp offers weekly trips, Challah baking, and a full schedule of activities.

Gan Israel SW Portland is a part of the Camp Gan Israel international network, the world's largest network of Jewish summer camps.

Catlin Gabel School

8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, Oregon 97225

503-297-1894

catlin.edu

When Catlin Gabel’s 780 students step onto our 67-acre campus each morning from 51 different Portland metro neighborhoods, they bring their unique perspectives and personalities to create an environment unlike any other.

Taught by Dedicated Teachers

Because progressive education places students at the center of learning, teachers take time to get to know students as individuals. Our classes, which are intentionally smaller in size, focus on hands-on experimentation, observation, and reflection. Divisional counselors, learning specialists across academic areas, as well as an equity and inclusion team, further support students’ needs and interests.

Co-curricular Opportunities

We offer 14 different athletics programs, from JV to Varsity teams, and they are designed for those just learning a sport to seasoned players. Students can expand their horizons through off-campus experiences offered through our Outdoor Education and Global Education programs. There are also dozens of clubs and Affinity Groups for students to join each year.

Academics from Preschool-Grade 12

Our divisions (Beginning and Lower School: preschool-5th grade, Middle School: 6-8th grade, Upper School: 9-12th grade) work together to create consistency across programs but content is intentionally designed to support different ages. Beginning in first grade, students receive instruction in arts, English, math, modern languages, science, social studies, and wellness. By 9th grade, students can choose from more than 150 classes. Regardless of their grade, all students are encouraged to harness their curiosity and courage to become critical thinkers who advocate for themselves and others.

Learn more about Catlin Gabel’s educational experience today at catlin.edu.

Congregation Neveh Shalom

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland Neveh Shalom ALIYAH program: https://nevehshalom.org/learning/ Foundation School Preschool: https://foundationschoolpdx.org 503-293-7302

At Neveh Shalom, our goal is for children to feel at home in Judaism. From birth through high school, we offer innovative and engaging educational experiences that nurture our children’s hearts, bodies and minds. Beginning with Tot Shabbat and Foundation School, our youngest learners are immersed in a joyful Jewish environment. Cory Willson leads Foundation School’s programs for children ages 12 months through pre-K. Kindergarten through 6th graders in our ALIYAH program enjoy a vibrant youth community, led by our Director of Congregational Learning, Mel Berwin. On Sunday mornings, Jewish building blocks, mitzvot, lifecycle, holidays and creative arts are all part of the varied and active curriculum. Hebrew is an individualized program, with a choice of two in-person locations or zoom. Shabbat and holiday programming is offered through the elementary ages leading students to the profound milestone of becoming b’nai mitzvah. 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.

Students in 7th-12th grades continue learning and social connection through in-depth conversation in Tichon, Neveh Shalom’s Wednesday night program for teens. Also check out our creative new youth and teen programming with Youth Director Sarah Rohr.

Havurah Shalom

Deborah Eisenbach-Budner, Education Director

Carrie Kirschner, Youth Education and B'nei Mitzvah Program Coordinator 825 NW 18th Avenue

Portland, Oregon

503-248-4662

havurahshalom.org

As a Reconstructionist Jewish community, Havurah Shalom seeks to balance a profound respect for Jewish values, texts, customs, history, and ideas with an appreciation for contemporary meaning. Our learning opportunities span all age groups, enriching people’s sense of community, knowledge, and connection. Tot Shabbat for families with children ages 0-5 offers singing, movement, blessings, and storytelling. Shabbat School for grades K-6 is a family cooperative that meets 17 Saturdays a year, with classes taught by parent-teachers who are guided by staff and supported with a library of resources. Classes are complemented by holiday celebrations, social gatherings, and tikkun olam (repair the world) projects. The Enrollment Deadline for Shabbat School for the 2024-2025 school year is April 19, 2024.

Middle School classes and activities (grades 7-8) emphasize kehillah and kesher (community and connection), with a focus on Jewish culture and the many diverse ways of being Jewish. Havurah High students (grades 9-12), along with Jewish educators, challenge, question, and appreciate their Jewish identity while grappling with local and global social issues. Enrollment for Middle and High Schools is open through July 2024.

Adult Education encompasses three broad categories: Jewish arts and expression (hands-on, experiential learning, art, writing); Jewish culture (classes in history and literature); and Jewish spiritual practice (prayer, Hebrew, Torah study). Adult education classes are free to members and open to nonmembers as space allows. A robust Adult B’nei Mitzvah cohort program rounds out the adult learning offerings.

To learn about Shabbat School, Middle School, Havurah High, and adult learning opportunities, visit https://www.havurahshalom.org/limud

Maayan Torah Day School

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

info@maayanpdx.org maayanpdx.org

Maayan Torah Day School is now in its 13th year serving Oregon’s Jewish community. Alongside our K-8th grade is our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, servicing children from six weeks old through Pre-School, across 5 classes. We are currently servicing 37 families and over 100 children.

Our mission is to inspire and cultivate a lifelong love of Torah and learning, a deep sense of purpose, exceptional character, unwavering love for G-d, and a strong connection to the Jewish people and the Land of Israel. We have a dual curriculum, ensuring our students graduate with the ability to enter any high school program. Our Judaics curriculum includes topics like Hebrew language, Chumash (Bible), Navi (Prophets), Talmud, and Jewish Law. Our General Studies curricula align with Oregon’s state standards for Math, ELA, Social Studies and Science, as adopted by the Oregon State Board of Education. Maayan recently completed a comprehensive Cognia reaccreditation process, certifying that we are meeting national standards in all elements of the school. Our students take standardized tests in both our Judaics and General Studies to help guide our instruction, and the data shows student excellence across the board.

Maayan is truly a home for our students and families. Our students love to go to a school where they are embraced for who they are and are provided with a strong foundation in Torah and secular subjects. The proof is in our product - the overwhelming majority of our graduates have spent a year in Israel after high school or enrolled in a Jewish program in the US. Their Judaism is a central part of their life and they are actively involved in the Jewish community.

Oregon Episcopal School

6300 Nicol Road, Portland, OR 97223 503-768-3115

oes.edu

Oregon Episcopal School is a college preparatory, independent, day and boarding school serving 870 students in grades pre-K through 12. At OES, learning is powered by curiosity.

Nestled within 59 wooden acres in Southwest Portland, OES prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning. Through inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth, students realize their power for good as citizens of local and world communities.

As a school rooted in Episcopal tradition, OES focuses on gathering and reflection. OES educates toward a larger purpose—toward inclusion and respect, understanding and compassion, service and social justice, toward meaning and commitment beyond ourselves. The school welcomes, honors, celebrates, and supports families from all backgrounds, faiths, and traditions.

Focusing on inquiry and exploration, students at OES take an empowered role in their own education. Hands-on, discussion-based, project-oriented learning happens inside and outside of the classroom, and each discovery leads to the next, driven primarily by the curiosity of our students. At OES, students feel safe in making mistakes as they ask questions and explore. Students develop a growth mindset and a lasting love for learning.

Portland Jewish Academy

Steve Albert, Executive Director

Merrill Hendin, Principal

Erika Saiers, Director of Early Childhood (Infant-PreK)

Sarah Glass, Admission Director (Grades K-8)

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126 pjaproud.org office@pjaproud.org

At PJA, we take immense pride in being an independent, inclusive community Jewish day school dedicated to providing an educational experience that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a strong sense of identity within the context of Jewish values. Our commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment allows students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. PJA students and families have access to a wealth of resources, a supportive network, and a community that shares in the values of limmud (study), kavod (respect), akhrayut (responsibility), kehillah (community), hodayah (appreciation), and zehut (identity).

Our Early Childhood programs provide welcoming and inclusive settings that recognize children’s diverse abilities, interests, needs, and learning styles. We believe that children learn best through meaningful play, exploration, and an inquirybased approach to learning.

Our Lower School and Middle School programs foster a love of learning by focusing on both critical thinking and creativity. We provide an enriching modern Hebrew and Jewish Studies curriculum, as well as special classes in library, PE, music, and art. Our Makerspace supports classroom learning and provides a place for students to create, design, engineer, and innovate. Each subject, lesson, experiment and field trip is treated as one part of an equation that empowers students who think for themselves and work for the world.

Portland State University

Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies

Mailcode JST PO Box 751

Portland, OR 97207-0751

503-725-8449

pdx.edu/judaic-studies

judaicst@pdx.edu

pdx.edu/judaic-studies

A bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies from Portland State University prepares students to succeed in our interconnected world of diverse cultures and religions. In the Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies, professors take the 3,000-year-long history and culture of the Jews as a point of our departure for grappling with urgent human questions about justice and knowledge, tradition and change, and crisis and resilience.

“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 enjoying the advantages of a major urban university,” says Natan Meir, Lorry I. Lokey Professor of Judaic Studies and Academic Director of PSU’s Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies.

Truly interdisciplinary, the Judaic Studies major explores topics in history, English literature, Hebrew language, and religion. The program welcomes students of all backgrounds who seek an intensive liberal arts experience and the faculty offer close mentoring to support students’ success. Community partnerships provide opportunities for scholarships, local internships and study abroad.

“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 $7,000 of annual tuition and include the Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships, which offer Judaic Studies majors up to $7,000 annually for up to four years.

For more information please contact Professor Natan Meir at meir@pdx.edu

"To be conscious that you are ignorant is a great step to knowledge."

~Benjamin Disraeli

Dandelions are known for their ability to thrive in challenging conditions. This resilience has made them a powerful symbol of strength, determination, and the ability to overcome adversity.

People are living longer, and seniors want more choices for living active, fulfilling lives.

Abundant opportunities for stimulating educational and social programs are available, along with a wide variety of in-home, independent and assisted living options. The increase in in-home care providers and ways to increase accessibility and mobility enables seniors to stay in their homes longer if they choose. Many retirement communities are offering a continuum of care so that residents can receive the level of care they need as they age.

ACTIVELY

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

SOCIAL & CULTURAL

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

ADULT DAY SERVICES

Nancy Heckler, Director nancy.heckler@cedarsinaipark.org

6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 97221 503-535-4403

cedarsinaipark.org

Stimulating activities and a hot meal for aging loved ones five days a week with flexible days/hours for caregivers needing respite.

Maximize your Independence

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE

Holocaust Survivor Service s Wise Aging

1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 115

jfcs-portland.org

jfcs-portland.org/services/wise-aging

SINAI IN-HOME CARE

Heather Hess, Director

heather.hess@cedarsinaipark.org

6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 97221 503-542-0088

cedarsinaipark.org

More elders are aging at home, and we provide an individualized level of support from housekeeping to driving to cooking and laundry.

RESIDENTIAL

CEDAR SINAI PARK

Kimberly Fuson, Chief Executive Officer

6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 97221 503-535-4300

kimberly.fuson@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org

Cedar Sinai Park is a non-profit organization committed to providing residential and community-based care to our elders and adults with special needs, allowing them to live with comfort, independence, and dignity in an environment based on Jewish values.

CEDAR SINAI PARK – AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Quinn Black, HUD Administrator, Harsch Investment Properties

QuinnB@harsch.com

Deborah Theisen, HUD Properties Support Manager

DeborahT@harsch.com

1431 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97205 503-224-1563

Harsch.com

Located in downtown Portland, Lexington Apartments, Park Tower Apartments, Rose Schnitzer Tower, and The 1200 Building offer 540 HUD funded (United States Housing & Urban Development) affordable, unique one-bedroom designs with spacious kitchens and balconies. An on-site service coordinator is available to assist residents in accessing social services, so that they can maintain an independent lifestyle.

Courtyard Village

RALEIGH HILLS

COURTYARD VILLAGE AT RALEIGH HILLS, LLC

Joanie Ceballos, General Manager

Jason Goodwill, Marketing Director

Doris Kelleher, Operations Manager

4875 SW 78th Ave. Portland, OR 503-297-5500

joaniec@courtyardvillage.com

courtyardvillage.com

A welcoming and comfortable community where you feel you belong is important as you search for a senior living community. Courtyard Village at Raleigh Hills provides high quality and

affordable housing for active, independent adults 62 years of age or older. We are independently owned and locally operated. It’s the privacy and freedom of home combined with services of friendly, helpful, and caring staff. Residents feel connected and continue to thrive as they build new and meaningful relationships.

KEHILLAH

Polina Munblit Gregg, MBA, Assistant Administrator

6140 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4000

polina.munblit@cedarsinaipark.org

cedarsiniaipark.org

Kehillah at CSP is independent, HUD funded housing for adults with developmental disabilities. Located on the Cedar Sinai Park campus, Kehillah is focused on supporting resident inclusion within the community through social activities and employment assistance. We partner with local agencies to offer residents access to an array of social services that aid in their ability to live independently in the community.

ROBISON JEWISH HEALTH CENTER/HAROLD SCHNITZER CENTER FOR LIVING

Shannon Freeman, R.N., Nursing Services Director

Shannon.freeman@cedarsinaipark.org

6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 97221 Tours/Admissions: 503-504-5285 cedarsinaipark.org

A full range of post-acute care and rehabilitation to help with recovery from planned and unplanned surgeries, as well as long-term care for loved ones needing attentive and compassionate 24-hour medical care and supervision.

ROSE SCHNITZER MANOR ACTIVE ASSISTED LIVING

Rachael White, Administrator rachael.white@cedarsinaipark.org

6140 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR Tours: 503-535-4000 Cedarsinaipark.org

Residents enjoy a life of autonomy, fulfillment, and community, while receiving support with the activities of daily living whenever and wherever needed.

TERWILLIGER PLAZA

2545 SW Terwilliger Blvd. Portland, OR 97201 503-809-4638

Membership Inquiries: membership@terwilligerplaza.com

Employment Opportunities: careers@terwilligerplaza.com terwilligerplaza.com

Terwilliger Plaza is a 62+ representative self-governed Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in the heart of SW Portland. At Terwilliger Plaza, we believe that community is essential in the pursuit of an active and engaged lifestyle. Our programs are designed to introduce you to our thriving and vibrant community. Join us to meet captivating individuals and see how life at Terwilliger Plaza enriches our Members emotionally, artistically, spiritually, physically, culturally and more.

"You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old."

~ George Burns

Portland has become a culinary destination, and in recent years the state’s kosher options have expanded too.

Oregon Jewish Life does not guarantee the kashrut of any merchandise in these listings.

Please check with the store or restaurant to be sure it meets your kashrut requirements.

FOOD

CERTIFYING AGENCIES

RESTAURANTS

STORES & CATERING

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CERTIFYING AGENCY

OREGON KOSHER

6698 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-343-3497

oregonkosher.org

GROCERS

(Although all grocery stores carry kosher certified products, the following have expanded kosher offerings)

ALBERTSONS AT SHATTUCK

5415 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy. Portland, OR 503-246-1713

BURLINGAME FRED MEYER

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

NEW SEASONS MARKET

16 stores in greater Portland Area

SAFEWAY

(Oregon Kosher certified bakery; kosher fish; kosher Sushi by special order)

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

TRADER JOES

503-777-1601

Trader Joe’s locations offer a pamphlet listing their kosher items.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

Nine Locations in Washington and Oregon

RESTAURANTS

BOWERY BAGELS

(Bagels certified by Oregon Kosher)

310 NW Broadway, Portland, OR 503-227-NOSH (6674)

bowerybagels.com

CAFE AT THE J

(Certified by Oregon Kosher)

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-535-3630

oregonjcc.org

CENTURY CATERING

(Certified by Oregon Kosher) 503-849-2605

GARBONZOS CART

(Certified by Oregon Kosher)

Food Cart located at the Mittleman JCC Events at Zidell Yards 503-475-4875

garbonzos.square.site

HENRY HIGGINS BOILED BAGELS

(Bagels certified by Oregon Kosher)

523 NE 19th Ave.

6420 SE Foster Road

1325 SE Tacoma St. Portland, OR hhboiledbagels.com

HOLY SMOKES

(Glatt Kosher Smoked BBQ foods by Oregon Kosher)

3975 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Portland, OR 503-706-1006

holysmokes.house

KRISPY KREME

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

krispykreme.com

LEIKAM BREWING TAPROOM

(Beers certified by Oregon Kosher)

5812 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 503-477-5246

leikambrewing.com

SARAH BELLUM’S BAKERY & WORKSHOP

(Certified by Oregon Kosher) 7828 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland 971-249-2870

sarahbellumsbakery.org

SUNNY’S LEGENDARY FROZEN YOGURT

(Yogurts and most toppings certified by Oregon Kosher) 4397 SW Vermont St., Portland, OR 971-271-8348

sunnysfrozenyogurt.com

"I don't believe you can ever really cook unless you love eating."

~Nigella Lawson

ISRAEL

A Shelter of Solidarity

By Debra Rich Gettleman

Everything changed on October 7 th , 2023. The world felt different; more frightening, more chaotic, more imbalanced.

Collectively, Jews all over the globe felt the horrific pain that Hamas had inflicted.

At first, we felt the world had our backs. We believed any civilized culture supported us after the worst genocidal attack against Jews since the holocaust. After all our devotion to social justice, our loyalty to those in pain, our commitment to support those without a voice, it was time for the world to stand with us, to make sure every hostage would be released.

But as time marched on, support for Israel and American Jews started to wane. Political powers became critical. Governments ignored the horrors and atrocities perpetrated against us. The optimism of saving all our hostages dwindled. We began feeling unsafe in our own neighborhoods. Some of us chose to hide our Jewishness to maintain some sort of social equilibrium and not draw attention to ourselves.

Our kids began to face antisemitism on

playgrounds, in high schools, and across college campuses. We felt it at work, in town squares, and at local events in our own neighborhoods. The similarities to centuries of past pogroms became undeniable.

It is now more than 4 months after Hamas’ brutal massacre. Over 130 hostages remain in captivity. Many of them perhaps dead already. At least 8 Americans are still being held by Hamas terrorists. Hostages who have been released report sexual abuse and suffocating conditions. They relay tales of beatings, lice, and lack of food. Many of the hostages suffer from life threatening viral and bacterial infections like salmonella, hepatitis A, and pneumonia.

The slogan “Never Again,” seemed slightly archaic to modern American Jews before October 7th. Sure, we said it. But the idea that we Jews would ever be targeted like we were in Hitler’s Germany, was absurd to say the least. But like so many Shoah survivors told us, they too never imagined anything as barbaric as mass gassings, firing squads, and brutal torture and destruction

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could ever befall them.

Before the Nazi regime took over, Jews were wealthy pillars of society, cultural ambassadors, and high-level professionals. Just as they are today. And yet, it is happening again. The hate has been unleashed and so many of us feel threatened and deeply concerned for our future.

But this time, we are not becoming victims. This time, with the help of so many strong Jewish and non-Jewish voices in business, politics, academia, and entertainment, we are building a shelter of solidarity that will allow us

Families of Israelis held hostage by Hamas militants in Gaza set a Shabbat table with more than 200 empty seats for the hostages.

to stand up to evil and hatred all over the world. We are not alone. And we will not be defeated.

Israel will defend herself. American Jews will support her. Whether we agree or disagree on exactly how these battles are fought, we know one thing for certain: if we are not for ourselves, then who will be for us?

ISRAEL

The red Anemone coronaria (calanit) flowers are the national flower of Israel, and are common in springtime in the fields of southern Israel.

ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL IN ISRAEL Hod HaSharon, Israel 800-327-5980

amhsi.org

AMERICANS FOR BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY

1001 Avenue of the Americas, 19th Floor, New York, NY 800-962-2248

americansforbgu.org

AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR THE WEIZMANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE

1762 Westwood Blvd. #410, Los Angeles, CA 424-442-1000

weizmann-usa.org

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM AFMDA Western Region

6505 Wilshire Blvd. #650, Los Angeles, CA

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 76 years.

Over the past seven decades, Israel has given the world amazing advances from agricultural to high tech.

800-323-2371 afmda.org

AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (AIPAC) 602-277-3318 aipac.org

AMERICAN TECHNION SOCIETY

10900 NE Fourth St, #2338, Bellevue, WA 425-440-2686 ats.org

BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL 888-994-7723 birthrightisrael.com

CHAI ISRAEL

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR

503-892-7415

jewishportland.org/travelisrael

CONSULATE GENERAL OF ISRAEL

456 Montgomery St. #2100, San Francisco, CA 415-844-7510

embassies.gov.il/san-francisco

DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ISRAEL/ ISRAEL BONDS

1999 Harrison St., 18 th Floor #1804, Oakland, CA 800-752-5657

israelbonds.com

FRIENDS OF THE IDF (FIDF)

212-244-3118

fidf.org

IAC EITANIM-PORTLAND

Gitit Dekel Stein, Community engagement Manager, Portland Israeli American Council (IAC) (971) 348-9294

gdekel@Israeliamerican.org

IAC Eitanim brings together the next generation’s Jewish-American and Israeli-American middle and high school students for an immersive, innovative, project-based learning experience which strengthens participants’ Jewish identity, builds their connection to Israel and ignites their “Israeliness”.

Mentored by industry experts, Israeli- and Jewish American teens lead innovative projects, build their resumes, and develop important life skills while forming new friendships with like-minded peers.

Teens who engage in Eitanim get to:

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* Collaborate and impactful projects and initiatives We would be thrilled to have families start their journey with us, and proud of taking this great step of infusing the love of Israel and Israeliness in the Portland Jewish community.

ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER

Jewish Agency for Israel, Western Region 323-658-7302

jewishagency.org/aliyah

ISRAELI AMERICAN COUNCIL israeliamerican.org

J STREET

PO Box 66073, Washington, DC 202-596-5207

jstreet.org

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

jnf.org

JNF’S VIRTUAL TOURS TO ISRAEL

212-879-9305 ext. 256 jnf.org/visit-israel/tours

OREGON ISRAEL BUSINESS ALLIANCE

A program of the Technology Association of Oregon

123 NE Third Ave. #210, Portland, OR 503-228-5401

techoregon.org

STANDWITHUS

P.O. Box 341069, Los Angeles, CA 206-801-0902 northwest@standwithus.com standwithus.com

VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL (VFI)

Pacific Northwest 510-387-6000

vfi-usa.org

ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA

212-481-1500

zoa.org

ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-245-6496

jewishportland.org/jcrc

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Tony Urdes, CIMA, Sr. VP Investments

Bianca Urdes, MBA, Associate VP Investments

121 SW Morrison St. #1800, Portland, OR 503-499-6276

tony.urdes@stifel.com

urdesmiller.com

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