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Dr. Alan Morinis’ first book in 12 years takes a little explaining.

“I’ve written a book about Shabbat, and also not about Shabbat,” he said. “The part that’s not about Shabbat is abou...

The Jewish communities of Oregon are fortunate to have access to $250,000 per year to defray security costs for a three-year cycle that began in late 2024. These funds, granted by the Jewish Federa...

The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland will host the Portland Jewish Festival Sunday, Aug. 30 at Zidell Yards in Portland’s South Waterfront neighborhood.

“It is going to be filled with foo...

Passover is about freedom, but it’s also about food. Very specific food.

Whether you are looking for a pre-made feast or sourcing the ingredients to make your own kosher for Pesach spread, a ran...

“I try really hard as a parent to model,” Arielle Goranson, chair of Portland’s chapter of Dignity Grows, said. “I don’t tell them to be involved. I show them what it looks like to be inv...

I’ve fielded a lot of questions in the past week following the car ramming at the Michigan synagogue. You’ve probably read that Temple Israel is one of, if not the, largest Reform synagogues in...

In the days leading up to the founding of Greater Portland Hillel eighteen years ago, a study examined the number and needs of Jewish students at Portland State University, Lewis & Clark College a...

David Michael Slater has written 40 books, but he describes his newest as “my first big book.”

The book, “Ugly,” released last October by Library Tales Publishing, derives its length, in p...

Rabbi Zalmy Berkowitz is building a synagogue. Sort of.

A photographer by trade, Rabbi Berkowitz doesn’t use his title in everyday conversation and perhaps saying he’s building a synagogue con...

“Holding Liat” carves out a unique place in the documentary world through its unflinching, intimate direction. The film follows the family of Liat Beinin Atzili as they wait for news after she ...

I don’t know where the time goes, but it’s been nearly two years since I wrote an article about cyber safety and security. It’s been on my mind since my dad clicked on a link in an email from...

Retired Israel Defense Forces Col. Miri Eisen has some experience with war due to a lengthy career in military intelligence followed by her work with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert.

“War is ...

“According to Jewish law, you’re supposed to build a mikvah before you build a synagogue,” Oregon Board of Rabbis President Rabbi Abby Cohen pointed out.

It is a testament to the centrality ...

Jessie Levine and John Bissell have had a dream for most of their relationship – a dream that has now come true in Southeast Portland.

The aptly-named Dream Deli is not just their dream – but ...

Security improvements for organizations should always be made with consideration for the particular space, in its particular place, with its unique vulnerabilities. However, it is worth noting what...

Just as blooming flowers are a sign of spring, so hamantaschen emerging from the kitchen at Congregation Shaarie Torah are a sign of Purim’s approach in Portland.

The CST Sisterhood’s annual s...

“Hello.”

A simple word with the power to bridge divides and keep communities safe. The Secure Community Network (SCN) is pleased to announce the launch of a new training, “Power of Hello.”...

Jewish Federation of Greater Portland Volunteer Coordinator Merit Pinker has been selected for the fourth cohort of The Catalyst professional development initiative for Federation leaders working i...