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Jobs board Aug. 5, 2020

The Jewish Review publishes job openings from local Jewish agencies and congregations. Submit job openings to: [email protected]. Portland Jewish Academy Afterschool Programs Director

Jewish teen philanthropy has long-term impact

A recent national study and 17 years of anecdotal evidence from the Oregon Jewish Community Youth Foundation agree: “Jewish teen philanthropy experiences cultivate a lasting desire to change the world while strengthening teens’ connections to Jewish life, community and values.” This…

New police chief introduces hope for healing

A month after he was unexpectedly sworn in as Portland’s police chief, Charles Lovell told a Zoom gathering that his goal is “to help put the community and police bureau back together … and give some healing and some hope.” The July 13 virtual gathering was organized by the Jewish…

Windows to culture and conversation

Culture and conversation returned to the forefront July 15 when the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education unveiled two exhibits in its ground floor expanse of windows. Culture – five colorful, abstract aluminum sculptures created by Mel Katz – and Conversation – six…

Congregations visualize High Holidays

With the High Holidays less than two months away and the COVID-19 pandemic showing no signs of going away, congregations are exploring ways to observe these 10 Days of Awe safely and meaningfully.