Event Calendar

Tot Shabbat

Event Series Tot Shabbat
Zidell Chapel

Tot Shabbat – 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 10:30am, Zidell Chapel Experience the joy of Shabbat with this fun and engaging service for families with kids 5 and under. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling, and more! Followed by a kiddush lunch.

Cancelled – Women’s Torah Study

Virtual Event

Please note that Nov 6 is cancelled. See you on the 20th! Saturdays at 12:00pm on Zoom Fall 2021 Dates Oct 2, 16; Nov 6, 20; Dec 4, 18 On Zoom unless otherwise noted in CNS eblast. An uplifting hour of study on Shabbat! Delve into biblical and midrashic text with a diverse, supportive group to find meaning from our traditions that relate to our lives. This year, the theme of our study is “Justice.” ... Read More

Pizza in the Parking Lot for 8th-12th Graders! 

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

Sunday, November 7, 12:30pm CNS TEENS: WE’RE BAAAAAAACK!! Grab a friend and come have lunch, hang out and get to know our new Youth Advisor Josh Seldner in the big tent! Share your ideas for fun programs you’d like to see at CNS. Pizza and snacks provided.  RSVP: https://forms.gle/BJaJFp87Sn2FB5uC9

What happens AFTER the Israelites enter the Land of Israel?

Virtual Event

Have 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 States

The 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

Volunteers Needed: Veteran’s Day Flag Planting

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

Tuesday, November 9 | 1:00pm at Neveh Zedek | 4:00pm at Ahavai Shalom We are looking for volunteers to help place flags at each of our cemeteries honoring veterans. Thank you for volunteering for this meaningful event. If you are able, please consider supporting both locations. To volunteer at Neveh Zedek, contact Sharyn Schneiderman at shazschneiderman@aol.com or by phone, 503-781-3359. To volunteer at Ahavai Shalom, contact Nava Sherwood at navayiskah@gmail.com

Volunteers Needed: Veteran’s Day Flag Planting

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

Tuesday, November 9 | 1:00pm at Neveh Zedek | 4:00pm at Ahavai Shalom We are looking for volunteers to help place flags at each of our cemeteries honoring veterans. Thank you for volunteering for this meaningful event. If you are able, please consider supporting both locations. To volunteer at Neveh Zedek, contact Sharyn Schneiderman at shazschneiderman@aol.com or by phone, 503-781-3359. To volunteer at Ahavai Shalom, contact Nava Sherwood at navayiskah@gmail.com

Beginning Hebrew

Event Series Beginning Hebrew
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

In-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

Event Series Machon Ivrit – Modern Hebrew
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

In 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

Event Series Exercise with Coach Glen Coblens
Virtual Event

Coach 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.