A program developed in Portland by an Israeli scientist is protecting biodiversity by buying threatened areas in hotspots around the world. Uri Shanas, Ph.D., spent his 2014-15 sabbatical from the University of Haifa doing research at Portland State University. While in Portland, Uri…
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B’nai B’rith Camp has provided free meals to nearby Lincoln City children who meet guidelines for free lunch since 2013. With COVID-19 impacting school food programs and increasing food insecurity in the state, this year the Jewish camp expanded and launched its summer food program early.
“Racism is as American as apple pie if we are being honest,” said Professor Angela Addae, one of four panelists on the June 18 Zoom program Racism, Protest and Law Enforcement: Historical Context for Contemporary Times. The program was cosponsored by the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center…
With Multnomah County entering Phase One, we asked many of the Jewish community’s agencies and congregations about their plans. Many will continue to stream or Zoom services and programs. The Mittleman Jewish Community Center has reopened to members. Following are plans from some other…
