Current & Upcoming
Melton Course – Press Pause: Rest, Assured
Jan 09, 2023 6:00PM—Feb 20, 2023 8:00PM
Beth Israel Congregation, 862 Washington Street, Bath
Cost $179
RegisterThe 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…
View MoreRumpus Time at TBE
Jan 15, 2023 12:00AM—Feb 26, 2023 2:00PM
Temple Beth El - 400 Deering Avenue
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…
View MoreFamily Havdalah
Feb 04, 2023 6:00PM—8:00PM
Temple Beth El - 400 Deering Avenue, Portland
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…
View MoreTu Bishvat Celebration at Etz Chaim
Feb 05, 2023 3:00PM—4:30PM
Etz Chaim Synagogue
Cost Free of charge
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…
View MoreCongregation Etz Chaim Tu b’Shevat Seder and Potluck Supper
Feb 05, 2023 4:30PM—6:30PM
Congregation Etz Chaim 34 Bacon St. Biddeford, ME 04005
Cost Free
RegisterJoin 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.
View MoreBeginner’s Plus Adult Pickleball – CLASS FULL
Feb 07, 2023 11:00AM—12:00PM
JCA Building 1342 Congress St Portland, ME 04102
RegisterWinter 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).…
View MoreWhy Do Jewish? A Manifesto for 21st Century Jewish Peoplehood with author Zack Bodner
Feb 09, 2023 7:00PM—8:00PM
RegisterWhy 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…
View MoreShabbat Suppers from Chef Rebecca Schilling – SOLD OUT FOR FEB 10th
Feb 10, 2023
Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine 1342 Congress Street Portland, ME 04102
Cost $12 JCA Members / $18 Non Member
OrderVegetarian 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…
View MoreShabbat Hike with Lorin Troderman
Feb 11, 2023 10:00AM—12:00PM
RegisterThe 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…
View MoreRimon Coffee Meetup
Feb 12, 2023 10:00AM
RSVP for Address
RSVPCoffee, 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
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