Upcoming Events
April
Community
- Art Exhibit - April 1 - 25
- Knit Together - Tuesdays
- Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
- Book Club for Adults - April 8
- PJ Library Indoor Playground - April 3
- Earth Day Clean Up and Planting - April 22
Art Exhibit - April 1 - 25
MJCC Gallery Exhibition of the "Passover Portfolio" by Shlomo Katz.
This exhibit, from the MJCC's collection, consists of ten large folio serigraphs that illustrate the Passover story. Each lavishly colored illustration has a deep, rich, bright golden background with brilliantly colored scenery and figures that emit a three-dimensional depth. Katz (1937-1992) was born in Poland, immigrated to Israel in 1945, and trained at the Ecole de Beaux Arts in Paris.
Knit Together - Tuesdays
Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
Book Club for Adults - April 8
Calling all book lovers! Come to the J or join us virtually and discuss different literature throughout the year.
April 8 - Untamed: The Wildest Woman in America by Will Harlan
1:00 pm
In person at the MJCC and on Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 896 9190 1409
Passcode: Books!
PJ Library Indoor Playground - April 3
This special monthly event is for parents/caregivers and their children up to 5 years old. Play, meet friends, run, have a snack, sing, and listen to stories, while having a blast!
Meets the first Thursday of the month Sept. - May, unless otherwise noted.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Free
Free and open to everyone!
For more information, call 971.254.8332 or email youthprograms@oregonjcc.org
Earth Day Clean Up and Planting - April 22
Earth Day Clean Up and Planting
Tuesday, April 22, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
All ages are welcome.
Join us as we plant herbs and clean up the Schnitzer Family campus planters. Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Please bring your own gloves and hand shovels.
Free. Registration required at oregonjcc.org/daxko
Jewish Life
- Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
- Jewish Community Orchestra - April 6
- MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - April 25
- Taste of Judaism - April 29
- Yom HaZikaron - April 29
Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
Jewish Community Orchestra - April 6
MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - April 25
Join friends and family at the J for a monthly Shabbat Dinner.
Friday, April 25
6:00 pm in the MJCC Lobby/Cafe
$5 per person, $15 per family
Registration opens on Tuesday, April 1 at Noon. Pre-registration is required by April 14.
Sign up here.
Space is limited. No walk-ins. Dinners have a capacity of 90 attendees.
Upcoming Shabbat Dinners:
May 16 - Registration opens Thursday, May 1 and closes May 12
June 20
July 18
August 15
September 19
October 17
November 21
December 19
Taste of Judaism - April 29
Taste of Judaism for Parents of Young Children
Welcome to everyone—interfaith families, multi-faith households, or those simply curious about Jewish culture and practice. Join us for a series of four one-hour weekly classes to explore Jewish life, values, and traditions. Join for one Tuesday or all four, with casual social time following each class.
Our Four-Week Journey:
April 29: Torah: How to Use Jewish Texts
May 6: Food: Jewish Cuisine, Kashrut, and Mealtime Blessings
May 13: Time: Jewish Holidays, Calendar, and Collective Memory
May 20: Identity: Navigating Jewish Identities in the 21st Century
Sessions facilitated by Dr. Yosef Rosen, Director of Jewish Life & Learning at the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
$12 per class. $36 for all 4 classes
5:00 - 6:00 pm at the MJCC
Register starting April 8 at oregonjcc.org/daxko
Sponsored by MJCC, PJA, Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
Yom HaZikaron - April 29
May
Community
- Knit Together - Tuesdays
- Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
- PJ Library Indoor Playground - May 1
- Family Nosh: Bounce in the Bubble - May 4
- Rose City Self-Defense - May 5, 12, 19
- Book Club for Adults - May 13
- Day for the J! Open House + Celebration - May 18
Knit Together - Tuesdays
Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
PJ Library Indoor Playground - May 1
This special monthly event is for parents/caregivers and their children up to 5 years old. Play, meet friends, run, have a snack, sing, and listen to stories, while having a blast!
Meets the first Thursday of the month Sept. - May, unless otherwise noted.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Free
Free and open to everyone!
For more information, call 971.254.8332 or email youthprograms@oregonjcc.org.
Family Nosh: Bounce in the Bubble - May 4
May the 4th Be With You! Star Wars themed crafts and a light snack. Bring the family for a fun afternoon in the Sportsplex.
Special In-person Discounts–One Day Only!
5% off for MJCC Summer Day Camp registration and no enrollment fee to become
a member.
Sunday, May 4
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Register at oregonjcc.org/daxko
Rose City Self-Defense - May 5, 12, 19
Rose City Self-Defense empowers girls, women and the LGBTQ+ community, with a focus on engaging communities of color, people with disabilities, folks with unstable housing, as well as safety
for sex workers. To register for this three-part series, please register here to find the
direct link.
Mondays, May 5, 12, 19
5:30 - 8:45 pm
Registration opens April 1 at 6:00 pm
Book Club for Adults - May 13
Calling all book lovers! Come to the J or join us virtually and discuss different literature throughout the year.
May 13 - The Peacock and the Sparrow by I.S. Berry
1:00 pm
In person at the MJCC and on Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 896 9190 1409
Passcode: Books!
Day for the J! Open House + Celebration - May 18
Join us for a day full of fun activities.
Sunday, May 18
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free and Open to Everyone!
Register Now!
Register for Childcare
Detailed Schedule
11:00 am - 12:45 pm
Pickleball Clinic | Chair Massage | 3x3 Basketball
Israeli Dancing (at 12:00 pm)
12:45 - 1:15 pm
Join us for a reception with snacks for everyone
Watch the PJA Cheer team perform
1:15 - 2:00 pm
Community Awards Ceremony featuring:
The Glickman Scholar Athlete Awards | Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Awards
Pillar of Excellence Award Recipient, Stan Blauer
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Open Swim | 3x3 Basketball | Arts and Crafts activity
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Lag B’Omer Bonfire event with games and treats over the fire.
Jewish Life
- Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
- Taste of Judaism - May 6, 13, 20
- Yom Ha'Atzmaut - May 1
- MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - May 16
Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
Taste of Judaism - May 6, 13, 20
Taste of Judaism for Parents of Young Children
Join us for a series of four one-hour weekly classes to explore Jewish life, values, and traditions.
Welcome to everyone—interfaith families, multi-faith households, or those simply curious about Jewish culture and practice. Enjoy casual social time following each class.
May 6: Food: Jewish Cuisine, Kashrut, and Mealtime Blessings
May 13: Time: Jewish Holidays, Calendar, and Collective Memory
May 20: Identity: Navigating Jewish Identities in the 21st Century
Sessions facilitated by Dr. Yosef Rosen, Director of Jewish Life & Learning at the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
$12 per class.
5:00 - 6:00 pm at the MJCC
Register starting April 8 at oregonjcc.org/daxko
Sponsored by MJCC, PJA, Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
Yom Ha'Atzmaut - May 1
Yom Ha'Atzmaut Sameach! Join us for a community-wide celebration of Israeli Independence at the MJCC. There will be snacks, games, dancing, and songs for all ages. Come experience the power of
community and a joyful affirmation of hope and resilience.
Thursday, May 1
4:30 - 7:30 pm
RSVP at oregonjcc.org/daxko
MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - May 16
Join friends and family at the J for a monthly Shabbat Dinner.
Friday, May 16
6:00 pm in the MJCC Lobby/Cafe
$5 per person, $15 per family
Registration opens on Thursday, May 1 at Noon. Pre-registration is required by May 12.
Sign up here.
Space is limited. No walk-ins. Dinners have a capacity of 90 attendees.
Upcoming Shabbat Dinners:
June 20
July 18
August 15
September 19
October 17
November 21
December 19
June
Community
- Knit Together - Tuesdays
- Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
- Drag Queen Bingo with Poison Waters - June 9
- Book Club for Adults - June 10
Knit Together - Tuesdays
Open Play Mah Jongg - Wednesdays
Drag Queen Bingo with Poison Waters - June 9
Open to everyone.
Monday, June 9
5:30 - 7:30 pm at the MJCC
$10/person.
Registration required at oregonjcc.org/daxko
Book Club for Adults - June 10
Calling all book lovers! Come to the J or join us virtually and discuss different literature throughout the year.
June 10 - The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
1:00 pm
In person at the MJCC and on Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 896 9190 1409
Passcode: Books!
Jewish Life
- Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
- Jewish Community Orchestra - June 8
- MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - June 20
Hebrew for Lunch - Tuesday
Jewish Community Orchestra - June 8
MJCC Monthly Shabbat Dinner - June 20
Join friends and family at the J for a monthly Shabbat Dinner.
Friday, June 20
6:00 pm in the MJCC Lobby/Cafe
$5 per person, $15 per family
Registration opens on Sunday, June 1 at Noon. Pre-registration is required by June 16.
Sign up here.
Space is limited. No walk-ins. Dinners have a capacity of 90 attendees.
Upcoming Shabbat Dinners:
July 18
August 15
September 19
October 17
November 21
December 19
Cultural Art Trips
Upcoming Trips in 2025 + 2026
As a member of the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance, the MJCC is delighted to offer the following travel opportunities.
Magical Morocco
From seaside to mountain-top to desert, from historical sites to modern wonders, from natural to man-made beauty, with a rich history of Berbers, Arabs, Christians and Jews. Morocco has it all! Join us and explore this extraordinary country.
Click here for a trip overview.
October 18 - November 4, 2025
Captivating Cambodia: From Ancient Artifacts to Art and Artisans
Join a trip of a lifetime to explore the iconic ancient Angkor temples, discover a renaissance of indigenous crafts, feast on fabulous local cuisine, and much more! Combine this with the Vibrant Vietnam trip (below) for a 5-star immersive Southeast Asian experience!
Click here for a trip overview.
January 4 - 12, 2026
Vibrant Vietnam: North, Central, South, and the Coast
A fun, interesting, and delicious mix of important sites. See lesser-known treasures, rich history, traditions, stunning arts and crafts, sumptuous meals, and more.
Click here for a trip overview.
January 12 - 24, 2026
Register soon and receive a special discount.
For details, pricing and registration, email James at jsokol@marinjcc.org.
View all of our events in a calendar format by viewing our Events Calendar:
Events Calendar Cultural Travel Opportunities