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Upcoming Events
Stay connected at home during the closure with these Arts + Culture resources we've compiled by clicking below:
See all of our at home resources by clicking here.
Due to our building closure (through the end of April), please be aware that the vast majority of our April events have been postponed or cancelled.
April
- Israel Photo Contest - Call for Photos
- The Passover Series, Shlomo Katz Exhibit
- Yom HaZikaron - April 27
- Israeli Dancing - Begins in May, through June 24
Israel Photo Contest - Call for Photos
CALL FOR PHOTO SUBMISSIONS
Israel from the Eyes of the Community:
A Community Art Display at our Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration
CONTEST
Send us your best photo that you took in Israel. Approved submissions*
will be on display in the MJCC Art Gallery from April 24 - May 31, 2020.
VOTING
Community members will vote on their favorite photo from April 24 - May 3. Winners will be announced at 3 pm at the Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration on May 3, (2-5 pm)
HOW TO SUBMIT
Email a high resolution digital copy of the photo, and include a note about where and when it was
taken. Files no larger than 10MB per submission. Deadline is Sunday, April 19, 2020.
One submission per person. Email submissions to lsteinberg@oregonjcc.org.
*No lewd photos, or photos that include illegal paraphernalia will be considered for the Israel from the Eyes of the Community Art Display.
Members from the Greater Portland area submitted photos that were taken by them while in Israel. A committee selected the photos on display. During the week leading up to our annual Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration (May 3), you can vote for your favorite photo! Winners will be announced at Yom Ha'Atzmaut.
Exhibit on display April 24 - May 31
The Passover Series, Shlomo Katz Exhibit
Born in Lodz, Poland, Shlomo Katz immigrated to Palestine when he was eight years old in 1945. Katz developed an original technique of oil painting on a gilded metal surface. The result recalls medieval icons on the one hand, and oriental miniatures on the other. These ancient resources combine to form a totally modern image with a light humorous touch and a noble character. The metallic inks of the golden tones and the importance of absolute registration presented just a part of the challenge, but the Katz serigraphs became the ultimate in modern printmaking.
We planned to display this exhibit April 8 -16. Our building will be closed through the end of April, so please enjoy a virtual variation of this exhibit below.
![Moses in the Basket]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563914/portland/n84ktrzfrmrz6zy4omlv/MosesintheBAsket.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563914/portland/n84ktrzfrmrz6zy4omlv/MosesintheBAsket.jpg","width":459}])
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![Let My People Go]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563962/portland/cx4znxhx1dvtctbi64zx/LetMyPeopleGo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563962/portland/cx4znxhx1dvtctbi64zx/LetMyPeopleGo.jpg","width":438}])
![Ten Plagues]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563829/portland/iplzqjdperywgio8fylo/10Plagues.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1584563829/portland/iplzqjdperywgio8fylo/10Plagues.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563829/portland/iplzqjdperywgio8fylo/10Plagues.jpg","width":574}])
![The Exodus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563778/portland/dfqk1sd13wd6uuzkeufu/TheExodus.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1584563778/portland/dfqk1sd13wd6uuzkeufu/TheExodus.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563778/portland/dfqk1sd13wd6uuzkeufu/TheExodus.jpg","width":600}])
![The Ten Commandments]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563733/portland/nnvo2frqszmuvjqltvek/TheTenCommandments.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563733/portland/nnvo2frqszmuvjqltvek/TheTenCommandments.jpg","width":459}])
![The Four Sons]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563669/portland/arrnyqudckngdeb4cu62/TheFourSons.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1584563669/portland/arrnyqudckngdeb4cu62/TheFourSons.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563669/portland/arrnyqudckngdeb4cu62/TheFourSons.jpg","width":600}])
![Who Knows One?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563588/portland/kkpygwwobdwdsr3fgatt/WhoKnowsOne.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563588/portland/kkpygwwobdwdsr3fgatt/WhoKnowsOne.jpg","width":439}])
![Next Year in Jerusalem]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1584563476/portland/rwevxojbystybkuogl0h/NextYearinJerusalem.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1584563476/portland/rwevxojbystybkuogl0h/NextYearinJerusalem.jpg","width":442}])
Yom HaZikaron - April 27
Israeli Dancing - Begins in May, through June 24
Join us for a fun, introductory Israeli dance class. All levels are welcome. Six people needed to run class.
Wednesdays
April 22 - June 24
7:15 - 8:15 pm, CG300
Cost: $100 Members + Guests.
Drop-in Cost: $15 per class.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
May
- Yom Ha’Atzmaut - May 3
- WomenStrength - May 4 - 18
- MJCC Author Series - Yousef Bashir - May 5
- MJCC Community Celebration - May 14
- MJCC Dinner at Aviv - May 19
- Mah Jongg for Beginners - May 19 - June 23
- Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players - May 19 - June 23
- Newcomer's Reception - May 19
- Song of Miriam Awards Brunch - May 31
- Israeli Scouts Concert - May 31
Yom Ha’Atzmaut - May 3
WomenStrength - May 4 - 18
Since 1979, the Portland Police Bureau has provided free, self-defense classes and personal safety workshops. This program has taught self-defense skills to approximately 30,000 women and teenage girls, andpersonal safety workshops to over 100,000 women and men.
Mondays
May 4, 11, 18
6:00 - 9:15 pm
Register at:
portlandoregon.gov/policewomenstrength
MJCC Author Series - Yousef Bashir - May 5
Join us for a conversation with Yousef Bashir, a Palestinian-American from the Gaza Strip, the son of a highly respected educator, Khalil Bashir. Still suffering the effects of a near catastrophic injury at the hands of an anonymous IDF soldier, Yousef made his way to the United States where he earned a BA in International Affairs from Northeastern University and an MA in Co-existence and Conflict from Brandeis University. Yousef has worked on Capitol Hill and served as a member of the Palestinian Diplomatic Delegation to the United States. Yousef is an accomplished author, a vigorous advocate of Israeli-Palestinian peace, and much sought-after public speaker. Q+A and book signing will be held after the event.
Tuesday, May 5
7:00 pm
Cost: $10. Member Cost: $8.
Register at oregonjcc.org/bashir
In partnership with Congregation Neveh Shalom, Israel 360, and PDX Hillel
MJCC Community Celebration - May 14
MJCC Dinner at Aviv - May 19
Join us for a fundraising dinner at Aviv, Portland's home to delicious vegan
Israeli food.
Tuesday, May 19
5:30 or 8:00 pm seating
Eary Bird Cost: $35. After April 30: $40.
Register: oregonjcc.org/aviv
Mah Jongg for Beginners - May 19 - June 23
Learn to play this ancient game. It will give your mind a workout!
Tuesday Mornings
May 19 - June 23
10:30 am - 12:30 pm, CG304
Cost: $110. Members: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Mah Jongg for Intermediate Players - May 19 - June 23
Take your game to the next level.
Tuesday Afternoons
May 19 - June 23
1:30 - 3:30 pm, CG305
Cost: $110. Members: $90.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Newcomer's Reception - May 19
Welcome to Portland! Are you new (or kinda new) to the Portland area? We’d love to get to meet you! You’re invited to a super-informal evening of fun and entertainment where you can meet people who have also recently moved to Portland.
Tuesday, May 19
6:30 pm
Appetizers and drinks will be served.
Location TBA
Free and open to the community.
Song of Miriam Awards Brunch - May 31
Honorees are nominated by Jewish organizations and congregations in Oregon and southwest Washington. The women are recognized for their individual efforts and achievements in their volunteer activities and their dedication to Jewish life and values.
Sunday, May 31
10:00 am
Check oregonjcc.org for more details.
Israeli Scouts Concert - May 31
A group of five girls, five boys, and their two leaders are chosen based on their maturity, fluency in English, and talent in the performing arts. After auditions and interviews, the scouts spend a year training and rehearsing for their exciting summer in North America.
Sunday, May 31
4:00 pm
Free and open to the community.
In partnership with JFGP and PJ Library
June
- Jewish Community Orchestra Season Finale - June 7
- Portland PRIDE Parade - June 14
- Family Havdalah Night and Candle Making - June 20
- Heading Home Documentary: The Tale of Team Israel - June 28
Jewish Community Orchestra Season Finale - June 7
Portland PRIDE Parade - June 14
Family Havdalah Night and Candle Making - June 20
Heading Home Documentary: The Tale of Team Israel - June 28
Banner photo by Rob Pro Photo.
