Rosh Chodesh Tevet
Beginning of new Hebrew month of Tevet
Loading view.
Event Calendar
Chanukah: 8 Candles
The Jewish festival of rededication; also known as the Festival of Lights
Israel360: Ishmael Khaldi: His Story
Ishmael Khaldi will share his compelling life’s story leading to his becoming the first Bedouin diplomat in the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His life story begins living in a tent and tending flocks of sheep to serving as policy advisor to Minister of Foreign Affairs Avigdor Lieberman, including facing discrimination in Israeli society having been beaten by security guards at Jerusalem’s central bus station in June of 2020. Ishmael Khaldi was born in Khawaled, ... Read More
CNS Chanukah Party 2021 (In-Person!)
Sunday, December 5, 5:00- 7:00pm Chanukah is here! Everyone is invited to join us for a special in-person Chanukah party. Together we'll light candles, sing songs, and enjoy treats in a Covid-conscious way. We will also have a gift exchange, so please bring a wrapped gift worth no more than $20 to offer, and you will have the opportunity to receive a gift. Click here to register. Please remember to bring packages of toilet paper for the ... Read More
Chanukah: 8th Day
The Jewish festival of rededication; also known as the Festival of Lights
What happens AFTER the Israelites enter the Land of Israel?
Virtual EventHave you ever wondered what happens AFTER the Israelites enter the Land of Israel? This class is continued from spring term, new participants welcome Mondays, beginning Oct 25 12:00-1:00pm, On Zoom Join Rabbi Posen every Monday at 12pm as we delve into the works of the Prophets and continue the narrative. Each week we’ll discuss 3-5 chapters of text and discover the rich and interesting continuation of our core story. No Hebrew language required. To register, please ... Read More
How Jews Read the Bible—A Sermon Writing Class with Rabbi David Kosak
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United StatesThe Jewish way of reading the Torah is unique. It is flexible and innovative. It demonstrates tremendous freedom that has protected Jewish culture from literalism and fundamentalism. In this course, we will learn about the lives and history of some of our most famous traditional commentators. In addition, we will study how they went about mining the Torah for meaning and wisdom. We will also learn how to use Sefaria, a remarkable on-line Jewish resource. ... Read More
Beginning Hebrew
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United StatesIn-person classes: Oct 12 – May 24, Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm Online classes: Day-of-week TBD, 7-8:30pm Ease into Hebrew beginning with Alef-Bet letter recognition, vowels, and decoding skills, and move on to build a basic vocabulary. Teacher: Itai Dewar. Cost: $560 ($510 CNS members), Click here to register.
Machon Ivrit – Modern Hebrew
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United StatesIn person Classes – Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm Oct 12-May 24 (NO classes Nov 23, Dec 21 & 28, Feb 22, Mar 22, Apr 19, May 3) Online Classes – Day-of-week TBD, 7-8:30pm Cost: $800 ($720 CNS members) Interested in learning Modern Hebrew? Machon Ivrit offers three years of Hebrew study. This once-a-week program brings learners to higher levels of speaking, reading, and understanding. Level One: Ready to Read & Speak For those with a working knowledge ... Read More
Exercise with Coach Glen Coblens
Virtual EventCoach Glen Coblens is pleased to offer a dynamic and fun 60-minute, online Zoom workout for all. Guaranteed to be a stress reducer and energy builder. No previous athletic ability required. Focus will be on building core strength. Come one, come all. You will need: some place to lie down (e.g. yoga mat, towel on a carpeted surface), water and a positive attitude. Bosu ball optional. Click here to join.
