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On Sunday, April 24, 2022, at 10:00 am, the MJCC held its second annual Walk for the J! For our 2022 Walk, our goal was to collect one million steps for the MJCC.
Donor Newsletter
Read our Fall 2022 Donor Newsletter below!
Past Newsletters
- Spring 2022 Newsletter
- Fall 2021 Newsletter
- Spring 2021 Newsletter
- Fall 2020 Newsletter
- Spring 2020 Newsletter
Spring 2022 Newsletter
Spring Newsletter 2022
![Day Camp Fun Around the Corner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651684307/portland/osm0k46d6vcxtqiyqw1f/Day-Camp-playground2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1651684307/portland/osm0k46d6vcxtqiyqw1f/Day-Camp-playground2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1651684307/portland/osm0k46d6vcxtqiyqw1f/Day-Camp-playground2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651684307/portland/osm0k46d6vcxtqiyqw1f/Day-Camp-playground2.jpg","width":1000}])
We’re extremely excited to welcome our campers back this summer! Our nine weeks of summer day camp kick off on June 21, and will end on August 18.
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We are pleased to introduce you to Daylee Shaw, the MJCC’s new Day Camp Manager. Many of you will have the opportunity to meet her this summer. In the meantime, here’s an opportunity to learn a little more about her.
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At the Annual MJCC Community Celebration on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, we will present a number of annual awards, including the Pillar of Excellence Award, the Harry Glickman Scholar Athlete Award, and induct new members into the Oregon Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.
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We are delighted to welcome Ian Scriven to Team J. He is our newest Personal Trainer, but he’s not new to the J! He grew up in SW Portland and was a member of the J from 2011-2018.
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Learn about the creation of a multi-phase Comprehensive Campus Plan to identify opportunities to repurpose, renovate, and expand spaces on the Schnitzer Family Campus to meet the future growth and programmatic needs of the MJCC and PJA.
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The MJCC has continued to offer a wide array of arts & culture programs, and it has been wonderful to offer both in-person and hybrid programs. We continue to offer several programs in a hybrid format which allows attendees to decide to participate either in-person or online.
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In February, the Schnitzer Family Campus received a generous gift from the Abrams family in memory of Marian Abrams, who would have turned 100 in April. The Abrams family has longstanding connections to the campus...
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Arts and Culture events at the MJCC this spring!
![MJCC Legacy Society]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632776632/portland/yngquakmywsmjx2brmvg/159328382_4178932222118601_3795432294883096492_n1_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632776632/portland/yngquakmywsmjx2brmvg/159328382_4178932222118601_3795432294883096492_n1_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632776632/portland/yngquakmywsmjx2brmvg/159328382_4178932222118601_3795432294883096492_n1_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632776632/portland/yngquakmywsmjx2brmvg/159328382_4178932222118601_3795432294883096492_n1_1.jpg","width":1080}])
"The JCC was where it all started for us..."
![ShopWithScrip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651699775/portland/idrzxup1gah7jf8e0ti0/MJCC-ShopwithScripBoxfornewsletter.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1651699775/portland/idrzxup1gah7jf8e0ti0/MJCC-ShopwithScripBoxfornewsletter.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1651699775/portland/idrzxup1gah7jf8e0ti0/MJCC-ShopwithScripBoxfornewsletter.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651699775/portland/idrzxup1gah7jf8e0ti0/MJCC-ShopwithScripBoxfornewsletter.jpg","width":900}])
Shopping with gift cards purchased through ShopWithScrip or their mobile app RaiseRight is a simple way to support the J
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The year 2022 has seen many more events back at the MJCC. Following our first two Business Zoom programs of the year, let’s look back on what was featured so far as well as what is to come.
![In Grant News... Thanks for supporting the J!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1632774543/portland/tiqmjvzvepaejygmh445/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":2200}])
We are grateful to these donors who made recent grants in support of the MJCC!
MJCC Board of Directors:
Jason Zidell | President
Danelle Romain | President-Elect
John Emshwiller | Vice President
Rich Barker | Treasurer
Jonathan Singer | Secretary
Steven Klein | Immediate Past-President
Barry Benson
Joyce Evans
Nadine Gartner
Jonathan Glass
Marni Glick
Naomi Harwin
Michelle Kashinsky
Gail Mandel
Opher Nadler
David Solondz
Tamar Wyte-Lake
Ahuva Zaslavsky
To learn more about our board, visit this page and click on the Board Members tab.
List of Contributors to this Newsletter:
Steve Albert
Becky Ewer
Anna Hixon
Lisa Katon
Saul Korin
Eden Samiee
Karen Sapoznikow
Ian Scriven
Daylee Shaw
Lenny Steinberg
Fall 2021 Newsletter
Fall Newsletter 2021
![Day Camp Provides Friendship and Fun for Hundreds of Youth]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1632770977/portland/bk4hmau3egocuesjpwba/DSC04202-crop.jpg","width":2200}])
Summer 2021 proved to be a challenge due to COVID-19 restrictions and protocols, but we persisted...
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The MJCC is one of the most important Jewish and secular institutions in Portland, and is a staple of the community.
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Sebastian Herr is the newest member of the MJCC team, serving as our Assistant Aquatics Manager!
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After taking a year off due to COVID-19 restrictions, we again partnered with the OJMCHE and the JFGP for two wonderful summer events.
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Check out all of the cultural events happening this fall!
![How Do You J? With MJCC Member, Katie Raetz]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632772449/portland/jiwpxixabtwemycy9d0t/IMG_0935.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632772449/portland/jiwpxixabtwemycy9d0t/IMG_0935.jpg","width":480}])
MJCC Member, Katie Raetz, joined the J in February of 2020, just before the pandemic.
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Linda Singer, Linda Newsome, and Maryjane Rocker all retired over the last year taking over 60 years of collective experience at the MJCC with them.
We are grateful to these donors who made recent grants in support of the MJCC!
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The MJCC hosted its second annual Community Celebration on May 12, 2021
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The Olympics have fascinated me since childhood.
![Meet the Staff: Sharon Lee, Welcome Desk Associate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1632773461/portland/ds9gv6jsx5zg0uj15vk4/sharoncropped.jpg","width":2200}])
Many of our members who frequent the J may recognize our new Welcome Desk Associate, Sharon Lee!
![Business Series Continues Via Zoom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632775659/portland/i3wpgfogwe1wtmhpvevf/pdxbiz.jpg","width":1700}])
When the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated moving our programs to Zoom, we pivoted from in-person meetings to Zoom seminars.
![Ask the Expert: Amy J. Cross]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632776137/portland/zyf1ijkuvfcwix08xjwi/AmyGMPhotoCropped.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632776137/portland/zyf1ijkuvfcwix08xjwi/AmyGMPhotoCropped.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632776137/portland/zyf1ijkuvfcwix08xjwi/AmyGMPhotoCropped.jpg","width":554}])
Amy J. Cross sheds light on important questions about estate planning.
![Remembering Joseph Emmanuel Mussabini (1946-2020)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632776284/portland/q8zpsdev5p74joh8iamn/joemphoto.jpg","width":1700}])
Joe Mussabini became the proverbial face of the Cafe at the J between 2010 and 2020.
"The JCC was where it all started for us..."
![MJCC Membership Deal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632777509/portland/n7vcrb7qgaox6gdbmvsl/Diane-testimonial.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632777509/portland/n7vcrb7qgaox6gdbmvsl/Diane-testimonial.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632777509/portland/n7vcrb7qgaox6gdbmvsl/Diane-testimonial.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632777509/portland/n7vcrb7qgaox6gdbmvsl/Diane-testimonial.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632777509/portland/n7vcrb7qgaox6gdbmvsl/Diane-testimonial.jpg","width":1575}])
Join the MJCC today and receive $0 Enrollment fee and more!
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Please consider joining the Friends of the Center Society today!
MJCC Board of Directors:
Jason Zidell | President
Danelle Romain | President-Elect
John Emshwiller | Vice President
Rich Barker | Treasurer
Jonathan Singer | Secretary
Steven Klein | Immediate Past-President
Barry Benson
Joyce Evans
Jonathan Glass
Marni Glick
Naomi Harwin
Michelle Kashinsky
Gail Mandel
Opher Nadler
David Solondz
Tamar Wyte-Lake
Ahuva Zaslavsky
To learn more about our board, visit this page and click on the Board Members tab.
List of Contributors to this Newsletter:
Steve Albert
Jennie Condon
Amy Cross
Becky Ewer
Jennifer Harrington
Josh Harrington
Anna Hixon
Lisa Katon
Saul Korin
Sharon Lee
Alex Mansfield
Katie Raetz
Eden Samiee
Joe Seitz
Lenny Steinberg
Spring 2021 Newsletter
Spring 2021
![Walk, Run, Roll and Raise Funds for the J!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617037829/portland/ygukplgoqbcroryqzibs/walkfortheJThumbnailind.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617037829/portland/ygukplgoqbcroryqzibs/walkfortheJThumbnailind.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617037829/portland/ygukplgoqbcroryqzibs/walkfortheJThumbnailind.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617037829/portland/ygukplgoqbcroryqzibs/walkfortheJThumbnailind.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617037829/portland/ygukplgoqbcroryqzibs/walkfortheJThumbnailind.jpg","width":1250}])
On Sunday, April 18, join your friends and family and Walk for the J!
![Staff Deepen Mindfulness Practice through Awareness in Action Course]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617039214/portland/zlytq0qz1rlk3ezxxqfb/awarenessinactionsquare.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617039214/portland/zlytq0qz1rlk3ezxxqfb/awarenessinactionsquare.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617039214/portland/zlytq0qz1rlk3ezxxqfb/awarenessinactionsquare.jpg","width":640}])
A number of MJCC and PJA staff members participated in a Jewish mindfulness program called Awareness in Action.
![Day Camp Ready to Welcome Campers for Another Summer of Fun and Friendship]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617050259/portland/e8c1oa7iyerfubaw0t09/littlegirlwithmaskandart.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617050259/portland/e8c1oa7iyerfubaw0t09/littlegirlwithmaskandart.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617050259/portland/e8c1oa7iyerfubaw0t09/littlegirlwithmaskandart.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617050259/portland/e8c1oa7iyerfubaw0t09/littlegirlwithmaskandart.jpg","width":960}])
The summer of 2020 proved to be a challenging one, and our Day Camp staff rose to the occasion.
![Members Flock to 21 in ‘21 Fitness Challenge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617039746/portland/uawmgq05sxgzg9w1yyll/edna100days_1.jpg","width":1944}])
This past January, the MJCC held a virtual New Year’s Fitness Challenge, 21 in ’21.
![Coming Together with JCCs Across the Globe]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617042414/portland/q1pjl5gcrhiormgsaeoa/BewitchingBroadwayThumbnil.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617042414/portland/q1pjl5gcrhiormgsaeoa/BewitchingBroadwayThumbnil.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617042414/portland/q1pjl5gcrhiormgsaeoa/BewitchingBroadwayThumbnil.jpg","width":800}])
This past year has indisputably brought many challenges, yet...
![Arts + Culture Calendar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617049459/portland/rt631ducg3imx31mnorm/ARtsandculturethumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617049459/portland/rt631ducg3imx31mnorm/ARtsandculturethumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617049459/portland/rt631ducg3imx31mnorm/ARtsandculturethumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617049459/portland/rt631ducg3imx31mnorm/ARtsandculturethumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617049459/portland/rt631ducg3imx31mnorm/ARtsandculturethumbnail.jpg","width":1250}])
Join us this spring for a variety of Arts + Culture events!
![PDX Business Zoom Update: A Chance to Learn with Jordan Schnitzer and Business Leaders]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617049736/portland/prscjhmsz9z0lqe9pljl/PDXBIZ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617049736/portland/prscjhmsz9z0lqe9pljl/PDXBIZ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617049736/portland/prscjhmsz9z0lqe9pljl/PDXBIZ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617049736/portland/prscjhmsz9z0lqe9pljl/PDXBIZ.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617049736/portland/prscjhmsz9z0lqe9pljl/PDXBIZ.jpg","width":1250}])
The MJCC’s PDX Business Zoom audience had the pleasure and honor to hear from Jordan Schnitzer...
![Save the Date for Our Community Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617040166/portland/cx3gibddr0zqemzukrvp/Community-Celebration-Save-the-date-online-square.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617040166/portland/cx3gibddr0zqemzukrvp/Community-Celebration-Save-the-date-online-square.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617040166/portland/cx3gibddr0zqemzukrvp/Community-Celebration-Save-the-date-online-square.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617040166/portland/cx3gibddr0zqemzukrvp/Community-Celebration-Save-the-date-online-square.png","width":1200}])
The MJCC will host its annual Community Celebration on Wednesday, May 12
![Welcome Back! The MJCC Reopens March 2021]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617050373/portland/hx01ooyl1ubntdsyl2ki/JoePT1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617050373/portland/hx01ooyl1ubntdsyl2ki/JoePT1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617050373/portland/hx01ooyl1ubntdsyl2ki/JoePT1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617050373/portland/hx01ooyl1ubntdsyl2ki/JoePT1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617050373/portland/hx01ooyl1ubntdsyl2ki/JoePT1.jpg","width":1286}])
After months of closure, we were thrilled to reopen the building to members on Monday, March 1.
![How to Make a Monthly Donation to the MJCC]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600207073/portland/ulbbtwsfadbc7vrldc8l/MJewishCommunityCenterphoto_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600207073/portland/ulbbtwsfadbc7vrldc8l/MJewishCommunityCenterphoto_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600207073/portland/ulbbtwsfadbc7vrldc8l/MJewishCommunityCenterphoto_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600207073/portland/ulbbtwsfadbc7vrldc8l/MJewishCommunityCenterphoto_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600207073/portland/ulbbtwsfadbc7vrldc8l/MJewishCommunityCenterphoto_1.jpg","width":1500}])
Our lives are filled with decisions we make on a daily basis.
![In Grant News…]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1617050800/portland/g2sdkposyoag9gfnuhfm/ingrantnews.jpg","width":2200}])
We are grateful to the following donors who made recent grants in support of the MJCC:
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Please remember the MJCC in your will, trust, retirement plan or life insurance policy.
![Support the J While You Shop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1617040894/portland/ja7zl3lpxfyztikehpfy/ShopfortheJThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1617040894/portland/ja7zl3lpxfyztikehpfy/ShopfortheJThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1617040894/portland/ja7zl3lpxfyztikehpfy/ShopfortheJThumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1617040894/portland/ja7zl3lpxfyztikehpfy/ShopfortheJThumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1617040894/portland/ja7zl3lpxfyztikehpfy/ShopfortheJThumbnail.jpg","width":1250}])
Support the J by using Benefit Mobile and AmazonSmile!
Fall 2020 Newsletter
We are delighted to share with you MJCC's 2020 Fall Newsletter, now in a new format! In order to be as flexible and cost-efficient as possible during these challenging times, this issue of our newsletter will not be printed.
We hope you find comfort in hearing from the MJCC and seeing how our community has come together over the last few months.
![Arts and Culture Calendar of Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1600200120/portland/ffngg9bvbnznovqm49bi/IMG_8208-LindaB.jpg","width":2200}])
Join us for a variety of virtual events this fall.
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Last year, our first Friends of The Center Society Dinner was an in-person celebration.
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Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the MJCC was able to pull off a wonderful summer at the MJCC Day Camp.
![Life & Legacy Society]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600206415/portland/f8bfxr40rnkvcghm0wfb/bunnyjerrysadis.jpg","width":2141}])
The J is truly “the living room of the community”...
![Virtual Author Series this Fall!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600192535/portland/irkkakfrgmznptphvjm6/authorseries.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600192535/portland/irkkakfrgmznptphvjm6/authorseries.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600192535/portland/irkkakfrgmznptphvjm6/authorseries.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600192535/portland/irkkakfrgmznptphvjm6/authorseries.jpg","width":850}])
The MJCC is a proud member organization of the Jewish Book Council (JBC).
The MJCC is grateful for the support of our donors and members...
![MJCC Hosts Inaugural Community Celebration Virtually]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600121209/portland/d9pq7i1dcnq17dwhrahg/thumbnailimagesmjccnewsletter.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600121209/portland/d9pq7i1dcnq17dwhrahg/thumbnailimagesmjccnewsletter.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600121209/portland/d9pq7i1dcnq17dwhrahg/thumbnailimagesmjccnewsletter.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600121209/portland/d9pq7i1dcnq17dwhrahg/thumbnailimagesmjccnewsletter.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600121209/portland/d9pq7i1dcnq17dwhrahg/thumbnailimagesmjccnewsletter.jpg","width":1533}])
Once the Oregon Jewish Sports Hall of Fame was formed and found a home at the MJCC...
![#PDXBIZ Business Series Moves to Monthly Zoom Gathering]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600122877/portland/xfvsqwvbxyxxc2dndbg9/pdxbiz_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600122877/portland/xfvsqwvbxyxxc2dndbg9/pdxbiz_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600122877/portland/xfvsqwvbxyxxc2dndbg9/pdxbiz_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600122877/portland/xfvsqwvbxyxxc2dndbg9/pdxbiz_1.jpg","width":850}])
Entering its 4th year, the MJCC’s #PDXBIZ Business Series has moved...
![In Grant News...]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1600290787/portland/p6zkfaheavh36ogmm3cc/ingrantnewsfinal.png","width":2200}])
We are very grateful to the foundations listed...
![Ask the Expert: Jim Richman, Richman & Associates, LLC]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600189667/portland/xa4ju0exmmt56jysv90l/jimrichmond.jpg","width":197}])
New Tax Deduction to Benefit Charities in 2020!
![Shana Tova!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600205948/portland/ub1kgtrdcwygylgjgbzs/roshhashanagraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600205948/portland/ub1kgtrdcwygylgjgbzs/roshhashanagraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600205948/portland/ub1kgtrdcwygylgjgbzs/roshhashanagraphic.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600205948/portland/ub1kgtrdcwygylgjgbzs/roshhashanagraphic.png","width":850}])
Wishing you a Happy New Year from your friends at the J.
![How Do You J?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600191445/portland/jkfflulhutxvu1xv8g0v/suevenice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600191445/portland/jkfflulhutxvu1xv8g0v/suevenice.jpg","width":270}])
MJCC member, Sue Elfving, is a relatively recent arrival to the J, joining in late 2018.
![Big Truck Day Rolls Along]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600123387/portland/xqvyiwmryms2shiwtibg/bigtruckday.jpg","width":1608}])
While we knew that our annual Big Truck Day would not look the same as it usually does...