Event Calendar

Kabbalat Shabbat on the Plaza – Ukrainian Independence Day

Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat on the Plaza
Holzman Plaza 2900 SW Peaceful Ln., Portland, OR, United States

Everyone is welcome to join Neveh Shalom for our ever-popular Shabbat on the Plaza evenings every Friday starting June 9. Each week there will be a different theme with a delicious oneg following the service. SUMMER SCHEDULE June 9: Taste of CNS Roses June 16: CNS Pride Shabbat June 23: Strawberry Festival June 30: Independence Day (4th of July) July 7: The Chosen Frozen (Ice Cream Social) – Honoring Young Families July 14: Chanukah in July July 21: Israel at 75 – Cantor ... Read More

CNS Young Adult Shabbat at Sellwood Park!

Offsite

Come join us on August 26th to Shabbat at Sellwood Waterfront Park @12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. We will have Jewish games, Israeli snacks, and of course our special kosher lemonade! If it’s not enough, we will have a pet competition. Please bring your fur loved ones and the winner will win forever glory. At CNS we’re dedicated to expanding our outreach within the Jewish community. We understand the needs of Jewish Young Adults to ... Read More

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.

Dignity Grows Pack Event

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

Dignity Grows Volunteer Registration Come volunteer to pack with our Dignity Grows chapter.  We will be packing totes and enjoying a get-to-know-you social time. Each Dignity Tote provides comprehensive monthly personal and menstrual hygiene products to women, girls, and individuals who cannot afford these supplies. REGISTER: https://jewishportland.org/dignity-grows-packing-party-aug-27-2023 Questions? Please contact Lisa Richmond at: lrichmond@nevehshalom.org.

Shroud Crowd

Event Series Shroud Crowd
Room 102

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.

The Great Book Sort

Vestry (Back of Main Sanctuary)

Join Leora, our librarian, in sorting through Rabbi Stampfer’s large collection of books, the ones that did not go to the OJMCHE that is. We will be hunting for books that need to be buried. You can hunt for (and keep) anything that catches your fancy. There are approximately 80 boxes of Stampfer books to sort through. If we finish those, there are an additional 30-40 from other people. You will be a national hero. ... Read More

Cooking for Outside In

Kitchen

Sunday, September 3, 12:00-2:00pm We are so pleased to announce that Cooking for Outside In is back! One Sunday a month, CNS congregants of all ages can gather in the Neveh Shalom kitchen. The first gathering will take place on Sunday, January 8th from 12-2pm, to prepare a full meal for our houseless youth at Outside In, whose mission is to help homeless youth move toward improved health and self-sufficiency. Contact: Rick Botney, 8888octopus8888@gmail.com.

Camp-Style Games and Treats for 3rd-6th Graders!

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

Sunday, September 3, 3:00-5:00pm Hello, 3rd-6th grade friends! You are invited to participate in exciting camp-style games to bring the fun of summer into the year! Treats will be provided. Come for the games and snacks, stay for the friends. Click here to RSVP for this and other fun youth programs.

CNS Sisterhood Interfaith Meeting

Virtual Event

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.

Pre-Rosh Hashanah Mega Challah Event

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

Thursday, September 7, 6:45 pm Join the community for an empowering Women's Challah Bake! Discover the age-old tradition of baking challah, the beautiful braided bread, in a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Come together with other incredible women to mix, knead, and shape dough while sharing stories and laughter. Unleash your creativity as we explore various braiding techniques, and end the evening with a sense of pride, accomplishment, and delicious homemade challah to take home. This ... 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.

Back to Shul Celebration

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

HEAD BACK TO SHUL WITH YOUR NEVEH SHALOM KEHILLAH! Come join the fun as staff, clergy, and congregants of all ages and stages gather for a hot dog lunch, music, games, arts & crafts, and more! It will also be the grand (re)opening of the Feldstein Library! Find your place at shul by connecting with representatives from each of our dynamic programs and groups. We look forward to celebrating with you! Click here to RSVP! ALIYAH MEET & GREET ... Read More

Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events

Event Series Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Please click here for our complete list of Rosh Hashanah Services and Events: nevehshalom.org/hhd5784/ Note that tickets are needed to attend Erev Rosh Hashanah and Rosh Hashanah Day 1. EREV ROSH HASHANAH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 5:30pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Young Family Service with Rabbi Posen, Stampfer Chapel 5:45pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Service with Rabbi Isaak and Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary ROSH HASHANAH SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning with Shacharit: Rabbi Posen & Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning ... Read More

Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events

Event Series Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Please click here for our complete list of Rosh Hashanah Services and Events: nevehshalom.org/hhd5784/ Note that tickets are needed to attend Erev Rosh Hashanah and Rosh Hashanah Day 1. EREV ROSH HASHANAH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 5:30pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Young Family Service with Rabbi Posen, Stampfer Chapel 5:45pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Service with Rabbi Isaak and Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary ROSH HASHANAH SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning with Shacharit: Rabbi Posen & Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning ... Read More

Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events

Event Series Rosh Hashanah 5784 Services and Events
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Please click here for our complete list of Rosh Hashanah Services and Events: nevehshalom.org/hhd5784/ Note that tickets are needed to attend Erev Rosh Hashanah and Rosh Hashanah Day 1. EREV ROSH HASHANAH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 5:30pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Young Family Service with Rabbi Posen, Stampfer Chapel 5:45pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Service with Rabbi Isaak and Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary ROSH HASHANAH SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning with Shacharit: Rabbi Posen & Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary 8:45am Rosh Hashanah Service, Beginning ... Read More

Shanah: A Whole Family 2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Exploration

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

Sunday, Sept 17, 10:00am-12:30pm (Shofar and short service at 10am) | FREE For families with kids ages 0-12. Join us on the second day of Rosh Hashanah as we celebrate the Birthday of the World! Hear the shofar, make and taste freshly pressed apple cider, experience Tashlich (symbolic reflection on our missteps over the past year), family-friendly hiking, and more fun! Bring your own container for cider if you’d like to take some home! Questions? ... Read More

Sisterhood Hike at Oxbow State Park

Offsite

Friday, September 22, 10:00 am Join the Sisterhood for their next hike at Oxbow State Park. This is about 4-mile loop. There is a $5 per car fee, so carpooling is encouraged. Please bring a Brown Bag lunch RSVP to Dana Weinstein danawein@comcast.net

Kever Avot Graveside Visit

Neveh Zedek Cemetery 7925 SW Canyon Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Sunday, September 24, Neveh Zedek: 9:30am | Ahavai Shalom: 10:30am The Jewish embrace of life is intertwined with respect for those who came before. In between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, there is a beautiful custom for families to gather at our cemeteries to recite special readings and hear the memorial prayers graveside. Depending on the weather, we will gather outdoors or in the chapels.

Yom Kippur 5784 Services and Events

Event Series Yom Kippur 5784 Services and Events
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Please click here for our complete list of Yom Kippur and Events: nevehshalom.org/hhd5784/ Note that tickets are needed to attend Yom Kippur Services EREV YOM KIPPUR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 6:30pm Kol Nidre Service: Rabbi Posen & Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary 6:30pm Kol Nidre Service: Rabbi Isaak & Natan Meir, Birnbach Hall 6:30pm NEW THIS YEAR! Kol Nidre for Teens Program, Zidell Chapel YOM KIPPUR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 8:45am Yom Kippur Service*, Beginning with Shacharit: Rabbi Isaak ... Read More

Yom Kippur 5784 Services and Events

Event Series Yom Kippur 5784 Services and Events
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Please click here for our complete list of Yom Kippur and Events: nevehshalom.org/hhd5784/ Note that tickets are needed to attend Yom Kippur Services EREV YOM KIPPUR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 6:30pm Kol Nidre Service: Rabbi Posen & Cantor Bitton, Sanctuary 6:30pm Kol Nidre Service: Rabbi Isaak & Natan Meir, Birnbach Hall 6:30pm NEW THIS YEAR! Kol Nidre for Teens Program, Zidell Chapel YOM KIPPUR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 8:45am Yom Kippur Service*, Beginning with Shacharit: Rabbi Isaak ... Read More

Sukkah Build and Decoration

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

Wednesday, September 27 Build: 7:30-10:30am Decorate: 10:30-12:30pm Join the Men’s Club and Sisterhood in the building and decorating of our Neveh Shalom Sukkah in the Holzman Plaza. We’d love you to come and participate with us. All are welcome to join either or both. If you would like to volunteer with the building, contact zacharyhorowitz@hotmail.com. If you would like to volunteer for decorating, contact smallfryeterp@icloud.com. The tear-down will be on Monday, October 9, 7:30-9am.

CNS Teen Service Project in the Sukkah

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

Sunday, October 1, 2:00-4:00pm, CNS Sukkah Join Neveh teens in a service project in the Sukkah to benefit Community Warehouse. We will shake the lulav and roll silverware for families in need. Light snacks and refreshments will be served! Click here to RSVP for this and other wonderful teen programs. Contact srohr@nevehshalom.org, if you have questions!

CNS Young Adults Happy Hour in the Sukkah

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

Sunday, October 1, 5:00pm Connect with CNS clergy and other CNS Young Adults (ages 21-35) as we welcome Sukkot with appetizers and drinks. A free, fun, and casual gathering to welcome Sukkot with other young Jewish adults (21-35ish), Rabbi Eve Posen, and CNS staff. Drinks and appetizers will be served, so come schmooze and shake a Lulav and Etrog! Please pass this along to any other young adults in the Jewish community you think may ... Read More

Home and Heart: Women’s Evening in the Sukkah

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

Monday, October 2, 5:30pm Women of all ages are invited to gather in the sukkah, our home for the week, for an evening of learning, exploration, and fun. Snacks, crafts, and connections provided. Questions? Contact lrichmond@nevehshalom.org.

Men’s Club and Sisterhood Night in the Sukkah

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

Tuesday, October 3, 6:00pm Join Men’s Club and Sisterhood in celebrating Sukkot!  This will be a dairy potluck, so bring those delicious dishes. Come shake the lulav, eat, and be merry! Contact: Zachary Horowitz zacharyhorowitz@hotmail.com or Michelle Iimori-Goldenberg smallfryeterp@icloud.com

CNS Sisterhood Interfaith Meeting

Virtual Event

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.