What’s your passion?
Are you a book club pro? Is a film series more your style? Do you prefer arts programs or social action? Neveh Shalom has a variety of cultural and special interest groups.
Arts and Culture
BookTalk
Get to know your fellow community members while discussing contemporary and classic Jewish fiction and non-fiction.
Contact
Librarian Leora Troper
ltroper@nevehshalom.org
Israel360
Israel360 is a series of regularly occurring programs that considers many aspects of Israel–modern and ancient–from diverse viewpoints and approaches. Some sessions have a cultural, political or military focus, while other events will examine Israeli history, sociology or the peace process for events throughout the year.
Contact
Staff Contact: Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org.
Shomrei Teva
Shomrei Teva is Neveh Shalom’s environmental group – our “green team.” We aim to provide fun and inspiring opportunities for congregants to learn about Jewish teachings on nature and to apply them at home, outdoors, and at the shul. Our activities include the elimination of food waste at synagogue events, learning opportunities, and Jewish-flavored nature hikes.
Contact
Zia Wiles, wilezia@gmail.com
ORA – Northwest Jewish Artists
ORA is a group of Jewish artists in the Portland area who have come together to support, share, inspire and showcase our art. In the process of forming this collective, we have created opportunities to exhibit members’ art and support each other’s artistic development. We welcome new members. Art purchases benefit the synagogue as well as the artist! Shows rotate every few months. Discover a new artist every time you come to shul!
Contact
Koleinu
The Neveh Shalom choir has a rich history in synagogue life. Koleinu is currently being restructured.
Contact
Cantor Eyal Bitton, ebitton@nevehshalom.org
facebook.com/koleinuCNS
Film Club
Our film club is not currently active. Please reach out if this is something of interest to you.
Contact
Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
Community and Special Interest
Intergenerational Activities
Intergenerational relationships are one of the many blessings of participating in a congregation! CNS seniors (by any definition) are invited to join an intergenerational program from one day to one year long with our ALIYAH youth.
Contact
Mel Berwin, mberwin@nevehshalom.org
CNS Keshet
We welcome our LGBTQ community! Join our Facebook group (find us at CNSKeshet) or watch the CNS eblast for updated information about Pride dinners, Pride parade participation, and other educational or social events for throughout the year! Want to get involved?
Contact
Join our Facebook group (find us at CNS Keshet)
Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
Dad’s Night
Have a drink and discussion with a rabbi! This free community-wide group is open to all dads raising Jewish kids. Dad’s Night is co-sponsored by Mother’s Circle with support from other Portland Jewish organizations.
Contact
Main office
programs@nevehshalom.org
CNS Men’s Club
Neveh Shalom’s Men’s Club offers volunteer opportunities, community activities, social events, and interesting speakers, in addition to constructing the congregational Sukkah. Most meetings are held one Sunday a month.
Contact
Ron Morris, r.morris3@comcast.net
Bruce Stern, bruce@thesternfamily.net
CNS Young Adults
Back from college and looking to reconnect with old friends from Hebrew school, camp or youth group? Or are you new to PDX and want to meet some new people? CNS Young Adults is an intimate space to build lifelong learning and community for young professionals ages 21 to early 30’s. Let’s share a drink and have some fun!
Contact
Alex Menashe, alex.s.menashe@gmail.com
Mother’s Circle
Mothers Circle is a free educational program for women of other religious backgrounds raising Jewish children. Sessions explore the “how-tos” and meaning of Jewish traditions, empowering mothers through education and support.
Contact
Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
Shoreshim: 0-5
Shoreshim means “roots.” We create meaningful and fun educational, religious, and social events for young families that have children ages 0-5. These include Tot Shabbat and Shabbat dinners and other age-appropriate activities.
Contact
Rabbi Eve Posen, eposen@nevehshalom.org
Anafim: K-2
Anafim means “branches” and is a program dedicated to engaging families with children in Kindergarten through second grade through social, religious, meaningful and fun activities, plus time for parents to connect.
Contact
Rabbi Eve Posen, eposen@nevehshalom.org
Youth Groups
Our goal is to foster a sense of community and build strong leaders through activities and retreats for youth in 3rd grade through high school. Groups include Junior Kadima for grades 3-5, Kadima for 6-8, and USY for 9-12.
Contact
Rabbi Eve Posen, eposen@nevehshalom.org
Sisterhood/Women’s League
Sisterhood provides meaningful opportunities for women to come together, create friendships, and make a difference. Involvement includes our Judaica Gift Shop, decorating the sukkah, break-the fast activities, and Tikkun Olam.
Contact
Michelle Iimori-Goldenberg, Sisterhood President, smallfryeterp@icloud.com
Wise Women!
Wise Women is a friendly group that provides an opportunity for women to come together, socialize, and empower one another in a casual environment. Meetings are monthly, please check our e-blast for upcoming gatherings; open to all ages and stages, this is a great chance to foster friendship within our kehillah.
Contact
Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
Jennifer Kalenscher, jenkal@comcast.net
Wondering Jews
Join the tribe to laugh, learn, share, and schmooze. “Wondering Jews,” Neveh Shalom’s lively senior and empty-nester group invites your active participation. Our free/cost-only programming is designed to meet the needs of our community from engaging speakers to day trips to social events. Please keep an eye on our weekly e-blasts for information about upcoming events and email for more information or if you need assistance with cost/transportation.
Contact
Lisa Richmond, lrichmond@nevehshalom.org
