Event: Scholar in Residence Weekend
When: Fri, Apr 27 – Sun, Apr 29
Description: Join us for a provocative and nourishing Scholar-in-Residence Weekend
With Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg

Reconstructionist Rabbi Weinberg is a founder of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality,
as well as a poet, educator and nationally recognized pioneer in contemplative practice. She has published widely on feminism, Judaism, spirituality and single parenting, and has contributed commentaries to Kol HaNeshama, the new Reconstructionist Prayerbook.

Event: Author reading of “Surprisingly Happy: An Atypical Religious Memoir,” by Rabbi Sheila
When: Sun, Apr 29 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Bagel nosh provided; Q&A follows reading.

Event: Morning Minyan
When: Wed, May 2 8:30 am – 9:00 am

Event: Dorot Service
When: Fri, May 4 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Description: Initiated and led by congregants with young families, these are casual and family-friendly services to welcome Shabbat. We draw together the different generations of the community in a service that specifically involves children, while also incorporating the prayers of a Shabbat evening service. Join us for candle lighting, music, stories and prayers. Services are followed by a potluck, vegetarian dinner. To find out more, or help lead, contact Lisa Cordova

Event: Emma Goodman Fish’s Bat Mitzvah
When: Sat, May 5 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Please join us as we welcome this young person into our community.

Event: Mah Jongg
When: Sun, May 6 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Description: Whether you are looking for a game or want to learn how to play, there is a spot for you at one of our tables. Bring a snack to share and a Mah Jongg card (extra cards available). New players are always welcome! Lessons are offered at the first session each month.

Event: Auction Committee Meeting
When: Mon, May 7 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: Talmud Lite
When: Tue, May 8 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Description: We meet bimonthly with Rabbi Joey Wolf for a user-friendly, informal, provocative glimpse into the world of Talmud, Jewish codes. The group is studying Tractate Bava Metzia, legal discussions pertaining to agreements and contracts entered into between employers and employees, and the parameters of good-faith sales or borrowing transactions. What are the moral and ethical constraints involved in commerce? No Hebrew knowledge is necessary, and all are welcome.

Location: Offsite

Event: MA’AGAL – Circling Around, Forming a Spiritual Circle
When: Tue, May 8 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Description: This is an opportunity for people who have become aware of deep spiritual questions, and seek a circle in which we can all zero in on what really counts. Often, these questions arise when we least expect them to, in the middle of the night or when the kids have grown up and we find ourselves most alone. Our societal preference for producing answers flies in the face of what’s most basically Jewish: wilderness, wonderment, and humility.

While building trust and familiarity, we will pay attention to rhythms that don’t often get reflected in services or within the holiday cycle. What will count most is candor, good humor, and quiet listening. Taught by Rabbi Joey Wolf. Ongoing attendance mandatory. Non-members: 0.00. Register by October 3.

Event: Morning Minyan
When: Wed, May 9 8:30 am – 9:00 am

Event: Kabbalat Shabbat Dinner
When: Fri, May 11 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Description: Please RSVP by May 3

Get ready to move your spirit, come into the circle, sing, and experience the power of Shabbat. We get back to our roots, celebrate our connection to one another, and bring in the majesty and serenity of the seventh day.

Event: Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Joey
When: Fri, May 11 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: Jacob Rashid’s Bar Mitzvah
When: Sat, May 12 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Please join us as we welcome this young person into our community,

Event: Tot Shabbat
When: Sat, May 12 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Description: Young children (0–5) and their parents celebrate Shabbat with singing, movement, blessings, and storytelling. We touch on the main highlights of the Shabbat morning service: wonder, fun, song, listening to the world, dancing, and – of course! – Torah. We enjoy an informal oneg nosh and the chance to play and schmooze. Led by Deborah Eisenbach-Budner.

Event: Hebrew Class
When: Sat, May 12 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Event: Shabbat School
When: Sat, May 12 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Event: Havurah at Transition Projects
When: Sun, May 13 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Description: Sign up to serve a meal at the Transition projects
Location: Transition Projects

Event: Tikkun Olam Committee Meeting
When: Sun, May 13 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: Hakol Deadline
When: Mon, May 14
Description: Please submit anything you would like to include in the June Hakol.

Event: Spiritual Life Committee Meeting
When: Mon, May 14 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: Steering Committee Meeting
When: Tue, May 15 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: Morning Minyan
When: Wed, May 16 8:30 am – 9:00 am

Event: RESCHEDULED: B’nai Mitzvah Logistics Workshop: Getting Down to Tachlis (the Nitty Gritty)
When: Wed, May 16 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Description:
For families with dates December 2012 – April 2013

The logistics of planning, celebration, invitations and set-up will be addressed by Mario Castellar and members of the B’nai Mitzvah Committee. This workshop is offered twice during the year.

Event: Young Adult Shabbat Service
When: Today 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Description: The Hamishe Shteeb hosts Shabbat gatherings, led by people under 40. All ages are welcome. This is an ideal way to connect with young adult Jews, and help bring the vibrancy and joy to our experience of Judaism. It’s a great place to try out leading part of the service! For location, contact Jacob Rosenblum.

Please contact Havurah office for location.
Location: Offsite

Event: Community Minyan
When: Sat, May 19 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Join Rabbi Joey and community members in a warm, spiritual experience. Singing, prayer, Torah reading, and haggling over the meaning. Deepen your connections and let the quiet penetrate your soul on Shabbat morning. Childcare is available.

Event: Shabbat School Summit
When: Sat, May 19 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Description: Parents:Have fun together, review this year, organize teaching teams for next year Children (next year’s K-6):Concurrent program with fun, community-building projects and activities; Childcare for 0-4 year olds Full attendance will greatly improve your class’ teaching effectiveness, enjoyment, and your child’s Jewish experience! We look forward to seeing you!

Event: Mah Jongg
When: Sun, May 20 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Description: Whether you are looking for a game or want to learn how to play, there is a spot for you at one of our tables. Bring a snack to share and a Mah Jongg card (extra cards available). New players are always welcome! Lessons are offered at the first session each month.

Event: Membership Committee Meeting
When: Mon, May 21 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Event: J Street Portland Presentation and Discussion
When: Tue, May 22 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description: Learn about the incredible work done at J Street’s National Conference and how we are redrawing the lines about what it means to be the Future of Pro-Israel.

Amos Oz, Ehud Olmert & Mustafa Barghouti

J Street Portland invites you to a showing of selected conference presentations by prominent Israelis and Palestinians, followed by a discussion of “The Future of Pro-Israel.”

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Havurah Shalom
825 Northwest 18th Ave, Portland
Free admission

For more info: portland@jstreet.org

Event: Morning Minyan
When: Wed, May 23 8:30 am – 9:00 am

Event: Fair Trade Judaica Film Screening and Discussion
When: Thu, May 24 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description: Film Presentation and Discussion onFair Trade Chocolate
Join Ilana Schatz of Fair Trade Judaica, as she screens the film “The Dark Side of Chocolate” and discusses advocacy

For more information: http://fairtradejudaica.org/ for FTJ and http://documentaryheaven.com/the-dark-side-of-chocolate

Event: Contemplative Service
When: Sat, May 26 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Begin Shabbat morning with awareness, gratitude and reflection. This contemplative service will be filled with song, chanting, kavannot (intentions), niggunim (lai, lai, lai. . .), and guided meditation that will open your heart and mind to the Source of all. Led by Susan Brenner.

Event: Havurah Office Closed
When: Mon, May 28
Description: The Havurah office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Event: Shavuot Minyan
When: Mon, May 28 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Event: Coordinating Council
When: Tue, May 29 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Havurah Shalom

Event: Havurah History Project Meeting
When: Thu, May 31 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Event: Erev Shabbat Service honoring High School Seniors
When: Fri, Jun 1 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Description: This service will honor high school seniors who are graduating. Led by Rabbi Joey

Event: Maggie Winicki’s Bat Mitzvah
When: Sat, Jun 2 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Description: Please join us as we welcome this young person into our community.