Wednesday, November 30, 12:00pm Cantor Bitton offers a rare Torah study class in which he explores the classic story of the Garden of Eden and challenges the popular view of the Garden of Eden as an idyllic paradise. Find out why he believes that it is not a tale about humanity's fall from grace but its very opposite. This is a Zoom gathering. Click here to register.
Start date, Saturday, November 5, 1:00-2:00pm All youth aged 7-17 are invited to join the new CNS Jewish Chess Club, taught by Jonathan Pulvers who has 20 years of expertise in teaching chess, contract bridge, and political science. Jonathan will be leading a class once a month, on the first Saturdays of the month, after kiddush lunch (all are welcome to join in lunch beforehand). $10 per student per monthly lesson to cover the training ... Read More
The Bible speaks of Israel being the Land of Milk and Honey and celebrates the seven species native to Israel. In this cooking demonstration with Rabbi David Kosak and Lani Raider, we will gain a better understanding of legacy dishes. In addition to being our Congregational Education Assistant Director, Lani has a rich professional culinary background and was an instructor at the Culinary Institute of America. She and Rav D will cook ancient foods for ... Read More
2:00-4:00pm in Room 102 at Neveh Shalom Help create traditional burial clothing which will then be used by the Chevra Kavod haMet for their work. Contact Sandy Axel: sandyaxel@msn.com.
First Wednesdays, 7:00pm The CNS Sisterhood would like to invite all women and those who identify as women to participate in their Interfaith Group. This group brings CNS members together with women of other faiths to learn, grow, and create opportunities to develop friendships. CNS Sisterhood Interfaith group meets every month on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm. To register, please contact Michelle Imori-Goldenberg smallfryeterp@icloud.com.
2nd Fridays, 7:15-8:00pm, Room 102 Please join us for an alternative to the main Kabbalat Shabbat service: a lay-led, voices-only Erev Shabbat Service. All ages and stages are welcome - open to the community. Questions? Please contact Naomi Leavitt: naomileavitt@gmail.com.
An uplifting hour of study on Shabbat! Delve into biblical and midrashic text, (Hebrew and English text available) with a group of other women to find meaning from our traditions that relate to our lives. All levels of experience welcome. Free. Email mberwin@nevehshalom.org for specific dates and topics.
Saturday, December 10, 5:15-5:45pm on Zoom Shalom Kehillah/Community, Based on recent events, we invite you to join with your CNS community and clergy as we end several difficult weeks marked by antisemitic incidents. We will strengthen one another through a short online communal gathering filled with song, our havdalah ritual, and our collective hopes. Click here to join at the appointed time.
Saturday, December 10, 7:00pm Back from college and looking to reconnect with old friends from Hebrew school, camp, or youth group? Or are you new to PDX and want to meet some new people? Neveh Shalom will open its doors to the young adults of Portland's Jewish community this Chanukah season. Featuring drinks, latkes, music, witty banter, and fun! Ages 21-35ish. EARLY BIRD PRICE! Register by December 4th for $10.00 early-bird admission. All other registrations are due ... Read More
Wise Women is a friendly group that provides an opportunity for women to come together, socialize, and empower one another in a casual environment. Meetings are monthly, typically on the 3rd Thursday from 12-1pm at CNS with some exceptions. Please check our e-blast for upcoming gathering locations. Open to all ages and stages, this is a great chance to foster friendship within our kehillah.
Sunday, December 18, 10:00 - 11:30am, Birnbach Hall Join Erika Ruber for a unique, integrative approach to health and wellness. Using a multi-disciplined approach by combining her education in Mental Health with extensive training in movement, dance, and mindfulness. Erika offers a dynamic and fulfilling experience in her workshops, trainings, classes, and private practice. The Emerge model is Connect. Move. Emerge. Each Emerge class begins with a moment of mindfulness that leads participants to connect with ... Read More
Monday, December 19, 5:00-7:30pm Celebrate the festival of lights at Neveh Shalom! People of all ages are welcome to join our CNS kehillah for this joyous occasion, featuring: Latke Dinner* Music Arts and Crafts Photo "Booth" Group Chanukiah lighting (don’t forget to bring yours!) EARLY BIRD PRICES! Register by Monday, December 12th for early bird dinner prices: $18/adult; $12/child; $54 family max. All other registrations are due by Friday, December 16th by noon: $20/adult; $14/child; ... Read More
4th Friday of every month, 5:15pm, Offsite Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories for families with children 0-10. Click here to RSVP and receive location details.
Sunday, December 25, 5:30-9:30pm Join Sisterhood as we celebrate the festival of lights with our annual gathering! This special event will be another opportunity to recognize 100 amazing years of Sisterhood's legacy at Neveh Shalom. $18 per person for a delicious, home-cooked Chanukah dinner, vodka-tasting, and entertainment! RSVP required by 12/21: nevehshalom.org/latkevodka Last chance to bring donations of toilet paper/feminine hygiene products for Neighborhood House.
