Preview Starts: Sunday, April 18, 2021 Auction Bidding Opens: April 25th until May 9, 2021 A novel way to help the Maine Jewish Museum to continue to share history of Maine Jewish communities, honor its philanthropists and support Jewish artists with a Maine connection… changing exhibitions every 6 weeks. Auction Address: https://mainejewishmuseum.betterworld.org/auctions/maine-jewish-museum-auction-2021

Presented in partnership with the JCC Literary Consortium Monday, May 10th | 8 PM ET  Tickets: Free virtual admission, or $36 includes the book and shipping     One of the most important stories of World War II: A spectacular, searing history that brings to light the extraordinary accomplishments of the brave Jewish women who became resistance fighters, a group of unknown heroes whose exploits have…

Torah Conversations – An online study group facilitated by Ellie Miller Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00 AM We will not be able to admit late arrivals to the meetings.   Use this Zoom link to join the weekly class:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83513247242   To join the study group email list and to receive the weekly reading and schedule updates,…

Presented in partnership with the JCC Literary Consortium Thursday, May 13th | 7:30 PM ET  Tickets: $6 virtual admission, or $30 includes the book and shipping     Live cooking demo for Shavuot with Paula Shoyer, “the Kosher Baker”!!  Paula will be pulling out all the stops, making a few delicious dishes just in time for Shavuot! First, it’s NY cheesecake in the Instant Pot followed by a more traditional recipe for…

Maine Jewish Film Festival WEEKEND EDITION Film Streaming  Friday, May 14 at 9 AM – Sunday, May 16 at midnight     Here We Are   Aharon, a devoted and protective father, puts his career as an artist aside to care full time for Uri, his autistic son. But on the eve of his son’s entering a special-needs boarding school, Aharon decides to…

Congregation Bet Ha’am’s Garden Committee welcomes you to our 11th annual outdoor plant sale on Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 9:00am – 1:00pm. ALL COVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS will be in place. Select from sun and shade loving plants, perennials, shrubs. Our helpful staff can assist with plant selection questions. If possible, bring a bag or…

Torah Conversations – An online study group facilitated by Ellie Miller Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00 AM We will not be able to admit late arrivals to the meetings.   Use this Zoom link to join the weekly class:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83513247242   To join the study group email list and to receive the weekly reading and schedule updates,…

Note: Event is postponed to Sunday, May 23, 2021 Levey is honoring the Jewish Community Alliance at this year’s 7th annual Holy Smokes! Kosher Barbecue. This is an event open to everyone, including Portland’s foodie fans. Join us in celebrating the JCA’s rich history of supporting Levey, all Jewish organizations, and important local causes. The…

SHLICHEI TZIBUR TRAINING PROGRAM  Empowering Worship Service Leaders  With Cantor Sheila Nesis  Made possible by the Center for Small Town Jewish Life, the Messerschmidt Memorial Fund at the Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine, and the Covenant Foundation  Monthly classes on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 – 8:30 PM  Starting Tuesday, May 25    This yearlong experience is designed to empower individuals…

Torah Conversations – An online study group facilitated by Ellie Miller Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00 AM We will not be able to admit late arrivals to the meetings.   Use this Zoom link to join the weekly class:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83513247242   To join the study group email list and to receive the weekly reading and schedule updates,…