Thursday, December 5, 2024
6:00 – 7:00pm
Local photographer Don Peterson will be in the Jody Sataloff Pavilion to talk about his current exhibition, “Echoes of the Other.” Peterson has actively pursued both photography and painting in his creative practice. Image: “Mackworth Squall”
Sunday, December 15, 2024
2:00 – 4:00pm
Cozy up and settle into the Season of Lights with poets Anna Wrobel and Jim Donnelly hosting a reading in MJM’s chapel. We begin with featured poet and beloved English professor, Kevin Sweeney, followed by Open Poetry Hour. Snacks, beverages, chocolates and social gathering will enhance our sharing of the light through words of insight and beauty.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
1:00 PM
At the Maine Mariners (Map)
Join the Maine Jewish Museum’s for Jewish Heritage Night with the Mariners! A limited number of discounted tickets ($19/ticket — face value is $37/ticket!) are available — grab them while you still can! Enjoy a Menorah Lighting during the first intermission and a post-game skate before heading off for your New Year’s Eve festivities. Family friendly and great fun for fans of all ages!
Thursday, January 9, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Mingle with artists and art lovers, enjoy wine and cheese with museum mavens and curious minds, and celebrate with us as we unveil our newest exhibitions!
Sunday, January 12, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
At a private home
It’s baaaaaack — with a new twist! The beloved MJM X Hadassah Book Group is now combining forces with Rimon, the new Portland Women’s Jewish Group at the Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine!
Thursday, February 13, 2024
6:00 pm -8:39 pm
More information coming soon!
Thursday, March 6, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Mingle with artists and art lovers, enjoy wine and cheese with museum mavens and curious minds, and celebrate with us as we unveil our newest exhibitions!
3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 2:00 pm
Join Ted Fleischaker, the Maine Jewish Museum’s “building specialist,” for a tour of the museum with a focus on our historic synagogue’s fascinating history. Ted is a journalist who has written for and owned newspapers in over half a dozen states, hosted a program on National Public Radio for over a decade, was a professor at University of Louisville, and served as PR Director at the United Jewish Campaign in Louisville.
On the first Friday evening of every month, from 5-8PM the city’s artists, galleries, and arts venues (including MJM!) open up their doors for Portland’s First Friday Art Walk.
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