Etrog Alchemy: Liqueur, Marmalade, & More Sunday, October 18 | 9:15-11:30am Contact Sandy Cost: $100/person Sukkot is over — now what do I do with this etrog? Three spots left! Learn how to turn that beautiful etrog into tasty treats like etrog liqueur, marmalade, candied peel, and Turkish Delight. Bring your etrog or use one provided — you’ll go home with a small sample of each treat, recipes, and the knowledge to do it yourself ... Read More
Adult Ed: The Poetry of Emma Lazarus with Rabbi April Villarreal (first class) Mondays, Starting October 19 | 6:30pm Register Here Emma Lazarus’s poetry is of a breadth and depth that is a true marvel. In this class, we will move beyond “The New Colossus” to delve into her poetic works on Nature, Emotion, and Society. From it, we will also glean insight into American Jewish identity and spirituality. Meets weekly Cost: Free for CNS ... Read More
Israel360: Through the Darkness Documentary Screening Thursday, October 22 | 7:00-9:30pm Register Here! Through the Darkness is a documentary by 19-year-old Portland-raised filmmaker Sebastian Inouye, born from heartbreak and human connection. Filmed in Israel and the West Bank in May 2025, it shares deeply personal stories from Israelis and Palestinians who have endured profound loss, and choose peace, not in spite of their pain, but because of it. At its heart, the film isn’t about ... Read More
Fourth Fridays with Rabbi Eve Posen 4th Friday of every month | 5:30pm | 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.
Art, Heart, and Soul: "Stained Glass" Chagall Windows Pt. I Thursday, October 29 & November 5 | 6:00-8:00pm | Room 102 Register Here Cost: $50 CNS/ORA Member | $60 Non-CNS Member In this two-part class, students will learn about Marc Chagall's Jerusalem stained-glass windows inspired by the 12 tribes, and recreate their own miniature versions using shrinky dinks, paint pens, and colored pencils. About Art, Heart, and Soul: Play with art in this quarterly series ... Read More
Israel360: Heroes Along the Way: The Americans Who Built the U.S.-Israel Bond Monday, November 2 | 7:00-8:00pm Register here Join Israeli-American storyteller and public historian Yuval Malchi for a look at the lesser-known Americans who helped shape and defend the State of Israel. Through personal stories of nurses, social workers, intelligence operatives, and military leaders, Malchi explores the contributions of figures such as Rose Kaplan, David “Mickey” Marcus, Al Schwimmer, and Hank Greenspun, and their ... Read More
Adult Ed: Sephardic Nusach with Rabbi Cantor Eyal Bitton Wednesday, November 4 | 7:00pm-8:00pm Email Mel Join Rabbi Cantor Eyal Bitton for a musical journey through Moroccan and Sephardic synagogue traditions. Through live demonstration, audio and video examples, we will explore the distinctive sounds of nusach, tefillah, Torah reading, and Haftarah chanting, comparing Moroccan and Sephardic traditions with Ashkenazi ones. Come listen, learn, and discover the sacred logic behind the melody. Questions? Email Mel!
Art, Heart, and Soul: "Stained Glass" Chagall Windows Pt. I Thursday, October 29 & November 5 | 6:00-8:00pm | Room 102 Register Here Cost: $50 CNS/ORA Member | $60 Non-CNS Member In this two-part class, students will learn about Marc Chagall's Jerusalem stained-glass windows inspired by the 12 tribes, and recreate their own miniature versions using shrinky dinks, paint pens, and colored pencils. About Art, Heart, and Soul: Play with art in this quarterly series ... Read More
Youth Activities & Men's Club — SuperPlay Sunday, November 8 | After ALIYAH | SuperPlay Email Mitch Get ready for some fun! CNS youth and Men's Club members are heading to SuperPlay for an afternoon of games, laughter, and community. It's a great chance to connect, make memories, and enjoy some friendly competition! Questions? Contact Mitch
Adult Ed: Sacred Time - Rabbi Posen: The Power of Gratitude Wednesday, November 11 | 7:00-8:00pm Email Mel Join our clergy and educators for a monthly conversation that will deepen your connection with our traditions while engaging in real talk about practical ways to bring these observances to life in your own home. We’ll start with texts that explain the roots of our rituals and then branch out with interesting and creative practices and innovations ... Read More
