Event Calendar

Tikkun Leil Shavuot: Wrestling with God and Human—the Moral Challenges of Social Issues

Stampfer Chapel

Saturday, June 4, 6:00-10:30pm, In-Person, Stampfer Chapel Our largest social issues challenge us because there are different ways to look at and solve society’s problems. It is easy to allow those moral dilemmas to divide us; thankfully the essence of the Torah and of Judaism has been a willingness to engage with different perspectives, fearlessly pursue truth, and maintain our connection and concern for one another. This year, as we commemorate Matan Torah, the Giving ... Read More

Morah Vicki Rotstein Retirement Celebration

Birnbach Hall

Sunday, June 12, 9:30am-12:30pm - Birnbach Hall Morah Vicki Rotstein is retiring after 30+ years of teaching in our Religious School/ALIYAH program! Join us for bagel breakfast, dancing, and a traditional “cookie table” to celebrate Morah Vicki’s 30+ years of teaching. We will present her with a congregational gift at 10:30am. We are collecting photos and stories of Vicki, contributions to the cookie table, and donations for a very special retirement gift! Click here to ... Read More

Women of the Wall Presentation

Virtual Event

Sunday, June 12, 10:00am CNS Sisterhood is proud to sponsor presenter Yochi Rappeport, Executive Director of Women of the Wall (WOW), who will share all about WOW, what the organization is about, and her unique personal experience. Click here to join at the appointed time. About Yochi Rappeport Yochi Rappeport, Executive Director of Women of the Wall, was born in Safed and raised in the Orthodox environment of the Old City of her birth. Upon ... Read More

CNS 153rd Annual Meeting

Stampfer Chapel

Please join us for our CNS 153rd Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 16, 7:00pm. While we do have an option via Zoom which will allow for voting, we encourage all who are able to come in person. The Agenda will include: Call to Order........................................President Glen Coblens Treasurer’s Report..............................Mark Kalenscher Executive Director’s Report................Fred Rothstein Associate Rabbi’s Report...................Rabbi Eve Posen Rabbi’s Report.....................................Rabbi David Kosak Songs for our Enjoyment....................Cantor Eyal Bitton President’s Message...........................Glen Coblens Election of Officers & ... Read More

CNS Pride Shabbat Schmooze

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

Friday, June 17, 5:30/6:15 pm Always a beautiful event, this year we will gather at CNS for appetizers and schmooze at 5:30pm, and then join the community for Friday night services on the Plaza beginning at 6:15.  Individuals, families, and friends are all welcome!

Pride Kabbalat Shabbat Services

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

Friday, June 17, 5:30/6:15 pm Always a beautiful event, this year we will gather at CNS for appetizers and schmooze at 5:30pm, and then join the community for Friday night services on the Plaza beginning at 6:15.  Individuals, families, and friends are all welcome! Please take note of the updates to our vaccination / Covid policy: Masks are optional and welcome All visitors who are eligible to be vaccinated and are in the building for ... Read More

Pride Parade with Jewish Pride Greater PDX

Offsite

Sunday, June 19, Meet-up Time 10:30am We are excited to be marching again in the Portland Pride this year! “Jewish Pride Greater PDX” including Neveh Shalom is #150 in the lineup of the parade. We will be meeting on NW Everett between NW 9th and 10th (closer to 10th). They are asking all marchers to be in place by 10:30 AM. If you need any further info please contact Mel Berwin at mberwin@nevehshalom.org, 503-341-8083.

CNS Hops Baseball night

Hillsboro Stadium 4450 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro, Oregon

Tuesday, June 21, 7:05 pm, Hillsboro Hops Stadium Please join CNS Men's Club and CNS Keshet as the Hillsboro Hops host the Vancouver Canadians on Tuesday June 21 at 7:05 pm.  This is a family event and we will have a visit from Barley the Hops mascot as well as recognition on the scoreboard. 32 tickets in two rows behind third base are available and will sell out quickly. Group price is $17 per ticket. ... Read More

Wise Women Social Brown Bag Lunch

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

Wednesday, June 22 at 12pm - In the Neveh Shalom Upper Parking Lot Tent This group is for all retired and semi-retired female members of Neveh Shalom. Join us for a friendly and enlightening conversation as we gather for an informal lunch. Connect and enjoy. No registration is required.

CNS Clergy Processing Session on SCOTUS decision on Roe v. Wade

Virtual Event

 Friday, June 24, 12:00pm, Zoom As we prepare to go into the peace and sacred space that is Shabbat, we recognize that this mornings ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States overturning Roe v. Wade has left many feeling more broken than whole, more angry than at peace. As a Kehillah kedosha, a sacred community we want to invite you to join our clergy at 12pm (NOON) on Zoom today for reflection and processing. All ... Read More