Event Calendar

Shabbat on the Plaza: Taste of Roses

Holzman Plaza 2900 SW Peaceful Ln., Portland, OR, United States

Friday, June 7, 6:15pm, Holzman Plaza "Where there are roses, there is joy," and we are overjoyed to kick off this year's Shabbat on the Plaza with a Taste of CNS Roses. Come join Rabbi Kosak, Cantor Bitton, and your kehillah for a beautiful service, followed by a dinner of salmon with rose hips, summer salad, baklava, and a selection of Rose' wines. No RSVP necessary, we look forward to seeing you! Co-sponsored by Arlene and Bob ... Read More

Isaak’s 50 Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Saturday, June 8 Service: 9:30am Kiddush Lunch Celebration: around 12:00pm (after services) Please come celebrate! Rabbi Daniel and Carol Isaak want to share the joy of 50 years of their marriage. They will be serenaded when they receive a Mi Sheberach at the Torah during the main service. Enjoy a special Kiddush lunch in their honor following the service.

Women’s Torah Study with Mel Berwin

Room 102

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.

Pride Shabbat Happenings

Holzman Plaza 2900 SW Peaceful Ln., Portland, OR, United States

Join us for any and all of these fun Shabbat activities! Join us for Pride Shabbat on the Plaza and experience the warmth of our inclusive community, where all are welcome. Enjoy a delightful Drag Queen Storytime with Polly Pop Tart, a pre-service opportunity to schmooze, and a beautiful outdoor Shabbat service, followed by a light dinner and drinks. Drag Queen Storytime with Poly Pop Tart 5:15pm, Stern Family Courtyard Families, kids, and kids at heart are ... Read More

Kol Shabbat – Voice of Shabbat

Event Series Kol Shabbat – Voice of Shabbat
Zidell Chapel

2nd Fridays, 7:15-8:00pm, Zidell Chapel 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.

I360 – Israel: A Light Unto Nations, Even in the Darkest Times

Stampfer Chapel

Tuesday, June 18, 7:00-8:30pm For over 120 years, Jewish National Fund-USA has helped the land and people of Israel continue to be a light unto nations—amidst the darkest of times. Together, as a community, we will stand in solidarity and help provide essential aid where it’s needed most. About the Presenter: Tania Pons Allon is the Director of the Kasser Joint Institute for Food, Water & Energy Security.  Discover how Tania, a 21st-century pioneer, and ... Read More

Contemporary Issues Informed by Jewish Wisdom – A Lunch & Learn with Rabbi David Kosak

Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

In-Person: Wed, May 1 & June 5, 12-1pm Online (Zoom): Wed, May 15 & June 19, 12-1pm Twice a month we will discuss current events while applying Judaism’s often counter-intuitive perspectives to help us move beyond the headlines. The Portland Torah Times will alternate between an in-person BYO parve brown-bag experience held at Neveh Shalom, and Zoom sessions. Register at: nevehshalom.org/lunchlearn24

“Einstein and the Rabbi” with Rabbi Eve Posen (Zoom)

Virtual Event

Thursdays, June 20-August 8 (no class July 4) 12pm-1pm ZOOM.  Join Rabbi Posen this summer on Zoom as we delve into the words of Rabbi Naomi Levy in her book Einstein and the Rabbi.  Over 7 sessions we’ll explore each section of the book, and reflect on how it impacts our own lives and the larger community we live in. CNS members FREE| Non-CNS Members $36.00* *Participants are responsible for purchasing their own book. Click here to Register

CNS Annual Meeting

Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Join us for our annual meeting.

Strawberry Solstice Shabbat on the Plaza

Holzman Plaza 2900 SW Peaceful Ln., Portland, OR, United States

Get ready for a berry good time at Neveh Shalom’s "Strawberry Solstice" Shabbat on the Plaza! We’re celebrating the height of strawberry season and the summer solstice with a delightful service, followed by an oneg of tea sandwiches and a spread of strawberry salads, desserts, and signature drinks. Come enjoy the sweet taste of summer with us! About Shabbat on the Plaza Join us Every Friday this Summer at 6:15pm for our Shabbat on the ... Read More

The Kindness Farm Mitzvah Project

Kindness Farms 7101 SE 127th Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

Sunday, June 23, 9am-12pm All 3rd-6th graders, their families, and the CNS Men’s Club are invited to the Kindness Farms nonprofit to help tend their farm which feeds thousands of community members at no cost. BYO sack lunch to nosh after we work together. Click here to RSVP

Sisterhood Book Group

Event Series Sisterhood Book Group
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Join the Sisterhood to discuss interesting books. Monday, May 20, 7:00pm Antisemitism by Deborah Lipstadt Monday, June 24, 7:00pm The Confidante by Chrisopher C. Gorham Contact for link: dianeandjosh@hotmail.com

Family Fourth Friday Pre-Shabbat Fun w/ Rabbi Eve

Stern Family Courtyard

4th Friday of every month, 5:45pm, In the Summer, we meet in the Stern Family Lower Courtyard Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive gathering before services (at 6:15pm) with Shabbat singing and fun for families with children 0-10. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy. Stay afterward for our Shabbat on the Plaza service and celebration. Questions? eposen@nevehshalom.org.

Tropical Shabbat on the Plaza

Holzman Plaza 2900 SW Peaceful Ln., Portland, OR, United States

"Shabbat Shaloha!" You're invited to Tropical Shabbat on the Plaza! Our serene service will be followed by a bevy of tropical flavors with a light dinner, signature drinks, and a special appearance by the Kona Ice Truck! Sponsored by the Olds-Gartner Family About Shabbat on the Plaza Join us Every Friday this Summer at 6:15pm for our Shabbat on the Plaza! Shabbat on the Plaza offers an outdoor, spiritual service in the beauty of the ... Read More