Mini Minyan First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Youth Lounge Join Tefilah and Youth Specialist Meg Bernstein to learn, lead, and enjoy an active mini-Shabbat service! This service for 3rd-5th is a great step up to the main service for our older elementary aged kids.
Tot Shabbat (ages 0-5) First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Zidell Chapel Experience the joy of Shabbat with this fun and engaging service for families with kids 5 and under. Join our wonderful early childhood educators and the Shabbes Mouse, for a lively Shabbat service. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling, and more!
Kiddush Club (K-3rd Grade) First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Room 102 Continue the fun and warmth of Tot Shabbat with Kiddush Club. We sing, dance, hear a Torah story, and more with our fantastic educators!
Brunch and Learn: Jewish Antiquities with Professor Loren Spielman Sunday, April 19 | 9:30-11:30am RSVP to Mitch
Sisterhood Just for Fun Mah Jongg Select Sundays | 10:00am-12:00pm Participate in a fun, easy-to-learn, and non-competitive way to play Chinese Mah Jongg. Please reach out to Polina Olsen for questions.
Cooking for Outside In Select Sundays | 12:00-2:00pm | Marla's Kitchen Join us for a cooking session for Outside In, whose mission is to help homeless youth move toward improved health and self-sufficiency. Contact: Rick Botney
NOAR (3-5th) Gaga-mania Hang Out! Sunday, April 19 | 12:00-2:00pm | Birnbach Hall Register Here It's all fun & games! Challenge your pals to a round or three of GAGA ball in our blow-up Gaga pit! Cost: FREE Pizza & beverages will be provided. Kids may opt to bring their own kosher-style lunch too.
Yom HaZikaron with speaker Devorah Kay Monday, April 20 | 6:00-8:00pm Register Here 6:00 - 6:45 PM - A talk with Devorah Kay, Jewish Educator, International Speaker, and Mother of Eli Kay z״l, who was murdered in a terror attack in Jerusalem 7:00 - 8:00 PM - Memorial Ceremony About the speaker: Devorah Kay is a Jewish educator and international speaker with decades of experience in formal and informal education. Originally from London and later based in South Africa, she made Aliyah with her family in 2020. Following the murder of her son, Eli, in a terrorist attack in Jerusalem in 2021, Devorah has spoken widely to communities in Israel and abroad about resilience, hope, and the power of personal choice. Drawing on lived experience, Jewish history, and connection to Israel, her talks offer a deeply personal and meaningful perspective that inspires reflection and strength. She is also involved in therapeutic and agricultural healing initiatives in Israel and holds a degree in Psychology, bringing both personal insight and professional understanding to her work. Registration is required. No walk-ins. Photo ID: Guests must bring a valid photo ID that clearly identifies the cardholder. All attendees will have their photo ID checked at the front desk prior to entry. If you have any questions about this program, please contact Shiri, our Community Shlichah, at shiri@jewishportland.org.
Yom Ha'atzmaut Wednesday, April 22
GESHER April Kabbalat & Kibbitz Friday, April 24 | 6:00-8:00pm | Olds Family Youth Lounge Register Here A potluck style Shabbat dinner in the Olds Family Youth Lounge. Bring a vegetarian dish or dessert to share with your friends. We'll light candles, sing a few Kabbalat songs, & dive into a delicious meal. This month's "kibbitz" topic: TBD Challah & beverages provided! This event is free.
