CELEBRATING COMMUNITY
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RESOURCE GUIDE
PUBLISHER/EDITOR
Cindy Saltzman
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Rabbi Dr. Robert L. Kravitz
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PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE
CINDY SALTZMAN Publisher
Celebrating community is what we try to do in every issue of Oregon Jewish Life. This year was no different.
Welcome to our 10th annual Oregon Jewish Life Resource GuideCelebrating the dynamic Jewish communities of Oregon. Looking back over this past decade, we are reminded of how much we have to celebrate. As our Jewish communities have expanded in each city and town, so too have the resources available to assist, educate, comfort and entertain.
We hope that whether you have lived in Oregon for years, or are new to the community, that this resource guide will help you to navigate all that the community has to offer. In doing so, we hope that you recognize that you are never alone.
May this coming year bring you and yours a year of happiness, health and joy.
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NEW BEGINNINGS 2023
Refresh, Restart, Renew
Rabbi Dr. Robert L. Kravitz
Every New Year presents us with a chance to pause and reflect on the past year. Considered a festive time, many will dress up and attend New Year’s Eve/Day parties and watch football.
As in every special season, our tradition calls upon us to look for moderation in our celebrations. Too much of anything is ‘too much.’ Just as we break the glass at the festive wedding ceremony to balance that joy with the difficulties of our history, we must reign in some of our exuberance as the New Year commences, and we begin new challenges.
The past few years, with the pandemic and other scary world events, have been challenging for all of us. And while it is critical to take care of those around us, it is equally important to take the time to care for ourselves.
In the Talmud (Bava Metzia 62a) we read a statement from Rabbi Akiva using the words Chayechah kodmim – your life first. This principle teaches that one’s life takes precedence over another’s. We must take care of ourselves, both mentally and physically.
Good mental health and physical wellbeing allow us to live our lives in a more positive and meaningful way, offering the space we need to cope with life’s challenges and constant changes. Recognizing what coping skills work for us individually is a great opportunity for success.
POSITIVE COPING SKILLS
There are many approaches to self-care and coping. If you are a spiritual person – you may find comfort in prayer or meditation. An artist? Drawing or painting may be your avenue. If you play an instrument or dance, your self-care opportunities may come from there. Whatever you do, the important thing is that you identify and develop your skills that will help you thrive and build personal resilience. Other recommended coping skills include:
➤ Maintain friendships.
➤ Get regular exercise.
➤ Keep a balanced diet.
➤Ask for help and accept it when it is offered.
➤Think of yourself as your own best friend. Be kind to yourself.
➤ Plan something to look forward to.
➤Try to spend some quality time for yourself, away from the usual demands of everyday life.
➤ Get a good night’s sleep.
BENEFITS OF SELF-CARE
One of the benefits of this New Year’s celebration is the opportunity to reflect on our wellbeing, to be mentally present and personally compassionate when interacting with others. After COVID-19 separations this may be especially challenging for some.
Here are additional benefits to ourselves that self-care may offer:
➤Decreasing stress, or become better equipped to handle stress or unexpected changes
➤ Improving concentration
➤ Possibly minimizing frustration and anger
➤ Finding more energy
➤ Boosting your immune system
➤Increasing your ability to be mentally present and compassionate when interacting with others
At this season of New Year’s Resolutions, we have the opportunity to re-set and re-affirm our commitment to ourselves and to those who are dear to us. Our wellbeing, and theirs, is critical to celebrating a truly happy New Year.
ABOUT JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE
For nearly eight decades Jewish Family & Children’s Service has strengthened our communities by providing behavioral health, healthcare, and social services to all ages, backgrounds, and faiths. JFCS programs and services Valley-wide include counseling, mental health assessment and treatment, early childhood trauma assessment and treatment, child crisis intervention and rehabilitative services, support for victims of domestic violence and substance abuse, assistance with workforce readiness and high school equivalency exams for teens “aging out” of the foster care system, and assistance for seniors and Holocaust survivors.
For more information, visit www.jfcsaz.org or call 602.279.7655.
A YEAR FULL OF HOLIDAYS
(Note: Jewish holidays start at sunset the evening before the first day of the holiday)
For full descriptions of the holidays visit orjewishlife.com/holidays-resource-guide
YOM HA’ATZMAUT
APRIL 25-26, 2023
LAG B’OMER MAY 8-9, 2023
PASSOVER
APRIL 5-13, 2023 ROSH
HASHANAH
SEPT 15-17, 2023
SHAVUOT MAY 25-27, 2023
YOM KIPPUR
SEPT 24-25, 2023
TISHA B’AV JULY 26-27, 2023
SHEMINI ATZERET SIMCHAT TORAH OCT 6-7, 2023
AGENCIES & ORGANIZATIONS
JEWISH AGENCIES & ORGANIZATIONS
JEWISH MEDIA
The 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
Larry Holzman, board president
Ruth Scott, executive director 1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079
info@jfcs-portland.org
jfcs-portland.org
JFCS is Portland's Jewish social-services agency, serving all ages in Portland metro via its four programs. Counseling provides patient-centered, trauma-informed mental-health care and has flexible payment options. Disability Support Services offers resources and social programs for adults with disabilities and for parents whose children have disabilities. Community Support Services' resource list is robust, and Holocaust Survivor Services is Oregon’s only program whose employees are trained specifically to provide dedicated services for Survivors.
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 work out
facilities, group exercise classes, personal training, a 25 yard lap pool, a warm water pool, racquetball courts, massage services, basketball, 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
David Forman, President and CEO 1618 SW First Ave. #210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328
davidf@ojcf.org ojcf.org
OJCF helps individuals and families throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington achieve their philanthropic goals through the most tax-advantaged approaches to charitable giving. The foundation offers donor advised funds, charitable gift annuities, charitable
trusts and other sophisticated planned giving options and accepts cash and non-cash gifts. Its mission is to build and promote a culture of giving that supports a thriving Jewish community now and for generations to come.
OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION LIFE AND LEGACY PROGRAM
1618 SW First Ave., # 210, Portland, OR 503-248-9328
davidf@ojcf.org
ojcf.org
OJCF is dedicated to securing the future of Jewish Oregon and Southwest Washington through the LIFE & LEGACY initiative, in partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. The program provides participating Jewish organizations with training, mentoring, marketing and incentive grants to support legacy gift development. LIFE & LEGACY supplements existing foundation services for individuals and family philanthropy, partner organizations and the professional investment of philanthropic funds.
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 602-538-2955 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
CONGREGATIONS
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 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.
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
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
Fred Rothstein, Executive Director Michelle Caplan, Director of Congregant Connections
Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-246-8831 mcaplan@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, 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
We are Sephardic, we are open, and we welcome Jews of all backgrounds to join and participate in our congregation.
Congregation Ahavath Achim 6686 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 97219 info@ahavathachim.com 503.810.8719
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
Jews by Birth, Jews by Choice, Jews at Heart
SEPHARDIC
CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM
Melissa Abu, Synagogue Administrator Mark Abolofia, Membership Chair Richard Matza, Treasurer 6686 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-227-0010 info@ahavathachim.com ahavathachim.com
We offer services every Shabbat led by Rabbi Devin Maimon Villarreal and members of the community. Our prayer services are offered in the traditional Sephardic styles, incorporating melodies from Rhodes, Turkey, Morocco, Yemen, and many other Sephardic countries. A drasha related to the weekly Torah portion is given by our rabbi who infuses current events and practical applications to make the sermon more relevant to our lives. Following Shabbat morning services, the community is invited to a lunch prepared by our Kitchen Committee which is accompanied by a discussion led by Rabbi Villarreal.
CONGREGATION BEIT YOSEF
4200 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 971-220-8152 beityosef.org
Jewish education, celebration, tzedakah, and � worship. As a Reform Congregation we honor the richness and tradition of Judaism with inclusion and equity at our core.
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
ERUVIM
PORTLAND ERUV
6688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR portlanderuv.com
EUGENE ERUV
541-844-1340 ahavastorah.info/kosher/kosher
Innovation – Chidush
A more humane world cultivated through Jewish living, learning, and celebration
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
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
LIFECYLE
A series of rituals guide Jewish families and individuals through each stage of life and death. Each stage of life is usually accompanied by celebrations with family, friends and community. The rituals surrounding death, though not a celebration, bring the community together to honor and remember the deceased, and support the grieving loved ones.
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.
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 – 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.
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
MIKVAHS (MIKVAOT)
A mikvah is a ritual bath satisfying specific requirements that incorporate “living water” (running or moving water from a Godgiven 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
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! We offer a variety of flexible spaces at reasonable rates, and we’re available seven days a week for a wide range of events, such as b’nai mitzvahs, weddings, fundraising galas, meetings, and much more. High-speed internet available for your hybrid and live-streamed events. Fill out our rental inquiry form today at oregonjcc.org/rentals
SIMCHA VENDORS
EVERYTHING JEWISH 2.0
Urban Jewish Oasis
1218 NW Glisan St., Portland, OR 503-246-5437
everythingjewishportland.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
Gillian Fitzhugh, Managing Director 8421 South Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97219
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 fullservice funeral home is experienced in Jewish burial customs and committed to providing the highest level of quality service to the Jewish community. In addition to Managing Director Gillian Fitzhugh, four funeral directors are on hand to assist with arrangements: Gary Sands, Gordy Reece, Maleah Wraith and Monica Trejo.
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
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
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.
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
Congregation Neveh Shalom
2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-293-7302
cwillson@nevehshalom.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
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 havurahshirhadash.org/peacegardenpreschool
POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL
Temple Emek Shalom
1800 E Main St.
Mail: PO Box 1107
Ashland, OR
KIDS &
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
DAY SCHOOLS
6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR
503-977-7850
office@PortlandJewishSchool.com
PortlandJewishSchool.com
Maimonides Jewish Day School is an accredited, kindergarten through 8th-grade school committed to teaching the whole child, inspiring lifelong learning and providing personalized, meaningful and empowering Judaic and general studies education for a diverse community of Jewish children. Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, Maimonides launched its Montessori-inspired program and curriculum. The Montessori Method is child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children, and it is employed in educational institutions worldwide.
OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
6300 SW Nicol Road, Portland, OR 503-246-7771
oes.edu/admissions
PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY
Merrill Hendin, Principal
Erika Saiers, Director of Early Childhood (Infant-PreK)
Sarah Glass, Admission Director (K-8th grades)
MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL
Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter, Principal
Mrs. Darcie Young, Principal of General Education & Guidance
Mrs. Lindsey Voorhees, Early Childhood Director 2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568
info@maayanpdx.org maayanpdx.org
Maayan Torah uses the best practices in education and focuses on the needs and progress of each student from 18 months to eighth grade. Our nurturing philosophy supports our students to develop their strengths and gives them a life-long connection to Judaism. We are dedicated to developing an environment of academic excellence and high student achievement. We seek to instill the love of Torah and Mitzvot as a wellspring, “Maayan,” in our students’ lives.
MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL
Karen Denardo, Principal
Devora Wilhelm, Director
Steve Albert, Executive Director 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126
office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org
PJA is a community Jewish Day School and Early Childhood program that welcomes families of all backgrounds. Students from 6 weeks through 8th grade thrive in an academically rich environment that honors the whole child. At PJA you will find small classes, dedicated teachers, support services, enrichment opportunities, and a warm and welcoming 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
“We feel so blessed to send our children to Maayan where we know our children are receiving the nurturing, support, and skills that they need to thrive in the world as human beings, and as Jews. At Maayan, you can feel that every teacher believes in your kids like they are members of their own family.” - Dr. Joaquin and Rachel Espinoza
“What I appreciate most about Maayan’s preschool program is the nurturing approach the staff and teachers bring, as well as the individualized attention provided to students.” - Sarah Evans
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
CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
1972 NW Flanders St., Portland, OR 503-222-1069
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
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
NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT
2420 NE Sandy Blvd.
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
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, Corvallis, Eugene (more cities coming soon!)
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-VANCOUVER
9604 NE 126th Ave., Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859 jewishvancouverwa.com/camp-gan-israel
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
Day Camp
Daylee Shaw, Day Camp Manager 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0111 dshaw@oregonjcc.org oregonjcc.org/daycamp
PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY
Contact: Celinda Llanez 6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0126 pjaproud.org
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.
BB CAMP S!
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
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
"Ask
your child what he wants for dinner only if he’s buying.
"
~Fran Lebowitz
LEARNING FOR A LIFETIME
“IT IS BETTER TO KNOW WELL THAN TO KNOW MUCH.”
~ Mishle Yehoshua
Congregation
Neveh Shalom
2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland Neveh Shalom ALIYAH program: nevehshalom.org/learning/ Foundation School Preschool: 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
Havurah Shalom
825 NW 18th Ave
503-248-4662
havurahshalom.org
Deborah Eisenbach-Budner
Education Director
Carrie Kirschner
Assistant Coordinator of Education
As a Reconstructionist Jewish community, Havurah Shalom seeks to balance a profound respect for Jewish values, texts, customs, history, and ideas with a recognition of personal autonomy. 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 co-op that meets 17 Saturdays a year, with classes taught by parent-teachers who are guided by staff educators and supported with a library of resources. Classes are complemented by holiday celebrations, tikkun olam (repair the world) projects, and tefillah (prayer and reflection). Enrollment is currently open only in Grade 1.
Middle School classes and activities
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 Engagement Associate Sarah Rohr.
(grades 7-8) emphasize kehillah and kesher (community and connection), with a focus on Jewish culture and the many diverse ways of being Jewish. Enrollment is now open, with classes starting Oct. 19. 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. They also participate in tikkun olam projects. It’s a great way to form lifelong friendships! Enrollment is now open, with classes starting Oct. 19.
Adult Education encompasses three broad categories: expressive (hands-on, experiential learning, like cooking or constructing ritual garments); culture (classes in history and literature); and spiritual practice (prayer, Hebrew, Torah study). Classes are free to members and open to nonmembers as space allows.
To learn about or enroll your student in Shabbat School first grade, Middle School, or Havurah High, visit havurahshalom.org/enroll.
Maayan Torah Day School
2 Touchstone, Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568
maayanpdx.org
With large outdoor play areas, a soccer field, indoor gym and performing arts auditorium, Maayan welcomes students preschool through 8th grade this fall. Last year’s academic growth included a “STEM Challenge” and Torah Fair
that integrated science in many of the projects. “Maayan has been a lifeline for so many children during these turbulent times of COVID-19. Not only are students learning every day, they are engaging with peers in a safe and healthy way.” says Principal, Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter. “Despite the challenges, we managed to stay open and our students have continued to learn, scoring extremely high on standardized Reading and Math assessments.”
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. This begins with experiences that start in our preschool,” says Kalter.
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
Portland Jewish Academy
Merrill Hendin, Principal
Erika Saiers, Director of Early Childhood (Infant-PreK)
Sarah Glass, Admission Director (K-8th grades)
Steve Albert, Executive Director 6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126
pjaproud.org
office@pjaproud.org
At PJA, our Jewish values are the guiding principles of our school: study, respect, identity, responsibility, community and appreciation. All of our students from infant through 8th grade receive a well-rounded education, which helps them develop into children with character who become tomorrow’s leaders.
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 inquiry-based approach to learning.
Our Lower School and Middle School academic programs foster a love of learning by focusing on both critical thinking and creativity. Each subject, lesson, experiment and field trip is treated as one part of an equation that creates a
of water; at Maayan, teachers seek to instill in each student the love of Torah as a wellspring in their lives.
Maayan’s learner-centered education prioritizes students’ active participation in acquiring knowledge. “Our preschool builds ideas and imagination, teaches kids how to be a friend, and how much joy there is in learning,” says Mrs. Aviel Brodkin – founder and current Maayan parent.
In elementary school, teachers use current best teaching practices to engage students.
This year, middle schoolers will participate in intergenerational programming with senior citizens thanks to a grant Maayan received from the Legacy Heritage Better Together Program.
Principal Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter says, “Good education and positive classrooms can inspire students to reach goals that they never before thought possible!”
child who is curious about the world and brave enough to explore it.
PJA’s project-based learning approach encourages students to explore many areas of interest and make connections between their studies and the real world. 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. We offer extensive enrichment programs including music, visual and media arts, drama, service learning and volunteer opportunities, P.E., wellness and health classes. Our Makerspace supports classroom learning and provides a place for students to explore, create, design and innovate. Collaborative and integrated learning gives students the foundation to think for themselves and work for the world.
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-yearlong 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, religion, and film studies. 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
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COLLEGES
COLLEGE & YOUNG ADULTS
COLLEGE • CAMPUS GROUPS
GAP YEAR • YOUNG ADULT
ADULT EDUCATION
ADULT SOCIAL & NETWORK GROUPS
The continuance of a strong Jewish community depends on the involvement of the younger generations. In Oregon and Southwest Washington, there are many possibilities for young adults to become involved. There are opportunities to serve on boards, connect with others through business or social networks, or expand your knowledge of Judaism through religious studies.
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 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. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Supports day school education with direct awards to schools; teen travel to Israel through the Oregon Board of Rabbis’ Teen Israel Experience; and undergraduate and graduate education in Jewish studies at accredited institutions.
MICHAEL SIMON SCHOLARSHIP
Supports undergraduate and graduate education at accredited institutions and supports children of Jewish faith to attend Jewish overnight camps in Oregon or SW Washington. Applicants must be in Oregon and SW Washington and demonstrate financial need.
PSU JUDAIC STUDIES/ HEBREW SCHOLARSHIPS
pdx.edu/judaic-studies/scholarships
If you are considering majoring in Judaic Studies, you are eligible to apply for the Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarship. This scholarship supports Judaic Studies majors up to $7,000 per year throughout your entire undergraduate career at PSU (up to four years).
Once you are an enrolled PSU student, you have an array of scholarships available to you.
For the other scholarships, you must have accrued at least 12 credits of coursework in Judaic Studies to be eligible to apply.
If you are a Judaic Studies minor and have done at least eight credits of coursework in Judaic Studies, you are eligible to apply for three scholarships: Cogan, Jacobs-Kaufman and Aspen Mitzvah.
SUSSMAN FUND FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
jewishportland.org/sussman
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
"One may walk over the highest mountain one step at a time. " ~ Barbara Walters
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
davidf@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
Douglass Ruth, LCSW, CCTP, Clinical Director 1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 100 douglassruth@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
JFCS’ Counseling team provides culturally competent, patientcentered, trauma-informed counseling for individuals, couples, families and children and youth, ages 5 through 21, facing life’s challenges. Our priority is to provide support based on trust, empathy and understanding to ensure that our clients feel safe, empowered and able to make progress toward their goals.
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
Caitlin DeBoer, Program Manager 1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR
503-226-7079 ext. 134 CDeBoer@jfcs-portland.org 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
Janet Menashe, Program Manager 1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 155 janetmenashe@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
ACTIVELY SENIOR
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
HOME CARE • RESIDENTIAL
SOCIAL & CULTURAL
HOSPICE
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.
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC .
12833 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 503-255-5005
sales@allinonemobility.com allinonemobility.com
We sell, install and service stair lifts, walk-in tubs, barrier free showers, wheelchair lifts, track lifts, elevators and more. Visit our showroom near the airport to see and try stair lifts, mobility scooters, lift chairs, walkers, baths, showers, wheelchairs, elevators and other mobility products. We service everything we sell. We are open 8 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday.
ADULT DAY SERVICES
Nancy Heckler, Director 6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4403
nancy.heckler@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org
Adult Day Services offers family caregivers convenient, flexible respite along with the comfort of knowing their loved one will be spending the day in a stimulating, nurturing and fun environment. Group activities are adjusted to the needs, abilities and interests of participants and include yoga, music, garden club, creative arts, brain fitness activities, reminiscing, board games and special events. Lunch and two snacks daily are included in the cost of the program.
JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE
Holocaust Survivor Service s
Sima Borsuk, program manager 1221 SW Yamhill St. #301, Portland, OR 503-226-7079 ext. 115 sborsuk@jfcs-portland.org jfcs-portland.org
SINAI IN-HOME CARE
Rachael White, Director 6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4300 rachael.white@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org
Sinai In-Home Care at CSP can provide everything from full care to occasional visits, all with the dignity and respect you would expect from the Cedar Sinai Park family. The staff help older adults and people with disabilities to stay independent. With four levels of care, your loved one can
choose from a variety of programs to meet their needs. Sinai In-Home Care is dedicated to providing customized care, available any time of the day, seven days a week.
WISE AGING
Dinah Gilburd, dgilburd@jfcs-Portland.org jfcs-portland.org/services/wise-aging
The Wise Aging program offers a guided path, designed to help those 55 and over who want to discover new resources to enhance their later years with spirit, resilience and wisdom.
SENIOR LIVING
CEDAR SINAI PARK
Kimberly Fuson, CEO 6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4300 kimberly.fuson@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org
Founded in 1920, Cedar Sinai Park is a non-profit organization committed to providing residential and community-based care to our elders and adults with special
“Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old.”
~Franz Kafka
needs, allowing them to live with comfort, independence and dignity in a manner and 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 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 onebedroom 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 VillageRALEIGH 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.
HAROLD SCHNITZER CENTER FOR LIVING
Krista Mattox, Administrator 6125 SW Boundary St., Portland, OR 503-535-4300
krista.mattox@cedarsinaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org
The Harold Schnitzer Center for Living at Cedar Sinai Park (CSP), offers long-term intermediate nursing care in a setting that isn’t just “home like” – it is home. Spacious, stunning private rooms and private bathrooms surround a welcoming hearth and family-style gourmet kitchen. With a focus on person-centered-care, the rhythm of daily life is driven by the individuals who call it home.
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
Krista Mattox, Administrator 6125 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4300
krista.mattox@cedarsiniaipark.org cedarsinaipark.org
Robison Health & Rehabilitation Center at CSP offers postacute rehabilitation services and support to those recovering from surgery, strokes, accidents and other major health traumas. Our rehabilitation team develops an individualized plan focused on preparing patients for a return home by providing clinical care in a peaceful and private environment.
ROSE SCHNITZER MANOR
Vivian Villegas, Administrator vivian.villegas@cedarsinaipark.org Polina Munblit Gregg, MBA, Assistant Administrator polina.munblit@cedarsinaipark.org 6140 SW Boundary St. Portland, OR 503-535-4000 roseschnnitzermanor.org
Rose Schnitzer Manor Assisted Living at CSP 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 on campus activities to stimulate mind, body and soul. Nestled in 27 acres of urban forest and gardens, Rose Schnitzer Manor is friendly and welcoming ... the perfect place to call home.
FOOD
CERTIFYING AGENCIES
RESTAURANTS, STORES & CATERING
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.
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
COUSCOUS
ISRAEL
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 75 years. Over the past seven decades, Israel has given the world amazing advances from agricultural to high tech.
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 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:
* 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.
ISRAEL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE/JCRC
9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-245-6496
jewishportland.org/jcrc
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
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).
VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL (VFI)
Pacific Northwest 510-387-6000 vfi-usa.org
ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA
212-481-1500 zoa.org
In Israel, a land lacking in natural resources, we learned to appreciate our greatest national advantage: our minds. Through creativity and innovation, we transformed barren deserts into flourishing fields and pioneered new frontiers in science and technology.
~Shimon Peres
THE ARTS
CHAMBER MUSIC NORTHWEST
1201 SW 12th Ave, Ste. 420 Portland, OR 97205
503-294-6400
Chamber Music Northwest’s scintillating seven-concert 2022/23 season starts September 29, and continues with monthly concerts through April.
From electrifying chamber orchestras to virtuosic violinists, soaring strings and vibrant vocal storytelling, we’ll take audiences on a journey of musical discovery. With a season featuring a sensational array of artists and programming selections, Oregon’s discerning music enthusiasts have months of music ahead!
MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-01111
oregonjcc.org
MJCC offers a wide range of social, cultural, educational and arts programs including concerts, films, lectures, exhibitions and more. Many of these programs are offered in a hybrid format to support the engagement of community members who cannot readily travel to campus.
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.
TRIANGLE PRODUCTIONS
Donald Horn, Executive Director/Founder 1785 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 503-239-5919
info@trianglepro.org trianglepro.org
For more than 30 years triangle productions! has brought thought-provoking theater to the Portland area. Our mission is,“to entertain and educate through the celebration and presentation of contemporary live theater, and to promote diversity and tolerance through the presentation of accessible, high-quality productions addressing a broad range of social and political issues.”
Portland Has Never Sounded Better
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URDES MILLER GROUP
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
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.
CASCADE HASSON/SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Carolyn Weinstein, Principal Broker
Robin Weinstein, Principal Broker 25 NW 23rd Place, Ste. 4 Portland, OR
503-802-6415 Carolyn 503-802-6405 Robin Weinsteinc@hasson.com carolynandrobin.hasson.com
It takes smart, savvy expert Real Estate professionals to help buyers, sellers and investors navigate the Portland area market. Carolyn and Robin are that valuable team who find hidden gems, negotiate great deals and deliver exceptional results. Only 5 Star industry leaders like them, with over 65 years combined experience, can draw on invaluable knowledge, connections, and resources to pull out all stops for their client’s ultimate satisfaction.
EXPERIENCE ISN’T EXPENSIVE, IT’S PRICELESS
www.carolynandrobinweinstein.cascadehassonsir.com
"Don’t listen to those who say, you taking too big a chance. Michelangelo would have painted the Sistine floor, and it would surely be rubbed out by today. "
~ Neil Simon
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