The Jewish approach to mindfulness and self-care traces back to the roots of creation. The concept of a week comes from the Jewish marking of six days of work and one day of rest. In this unit, we will explore Shabbat and the role of time in Judaism. Rabbi Lisa Vinikoor leads this 6 week…

It’s winter in Maine and your kids are itching to work out their wiggles, but you would love nothing more than to sit down with a cup of something warm and read, work, or just stare into space while your kids enjoy some good clean fun, running wild in a wide open space. Rumpus Time…

Save the evening of February 4 for Havdalah and a movie! We’ll look for three stars, participate in the Havdalah ceremony, and then cozy up in the youth lounge and enjoy some treats together. PJ’s optional. For kids pre-k – 2nd grade. Please note that parents will be expected to stay for the duration of…

Tu B’Shevat is the Jewish holiday celebrating the birthday of all fruit trees. The holiday represents the stage in the yearly agricultural cycle when planting trees can begin, and serves as a reminder that the natural world contains the capacity for renewal. Families with children ages 0-7 and their siblings are invited to join us…

Join us in person at the synagogue or online for our annual Tu b’Shevat Seder (4:30-5:15), followed by a potluck supper (5:15-6:30). Please bring a dairy or veggie dish to share. Drinks, challah, and baklava provided. Registration is required for both in-person and online attendance.

Winter Session 1: Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2023 Time: 11am – 12pm Ages: 18+ years old Location: The Jewish Community Alliance building, 1342 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102 Instructors: Liz Winfeld / Dave Cousins What should I bring? Gym shoes, comfortable clothing, water bottle Fee: JCA members: $80/session (session = 4 weeks of play).…

Why Do Jewish? A Manifesto for 21st Century Jewish Peoplehood A virtual author talk with Zack Bodner Thursday, Feb. 9th | 7:00 PM Advanced registration required by Weds. February 8th How do I live a more meaning­ful life? In an era when we can choose our own identities, why might we choose to identify as…

Vegetarian Shabbat Meals by Chef Rebecca Schilling of Kitchen Table Provisions in Partnership with Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine Join us this winter in fostering togetherness and connection through food. Each week’s menu will include one entree, one side, and one dessert, all with easy heating and serving instructions. All menu items are made…

The intention is to walk and simply be together in the delight of Shabbat. We will not have a formal service, but we will stop along the way to sing gently, offer prayers and immerse in some Torah. Lorin will provide a handout with a few prayers and psalms but will not include a full…

Coffee, cookies, and conversation with Rimon, the Portland Jewish Women’s Group RSVP to Stefanie.Levenson@gmail.com – Address given upon RSVP to private home in Cape Elizabeth