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January 2019
Robeson’s legacy
“The Life and Legacy of Paul Robeson,” a two-part mini-series, will be presented by A. Lynette Birkins on Tuesdays, Jan. 22 and 29, at 10:30 a.m. at JCC of Middlesex County, Edison. Cost is $22, $16 JCC members. Call 732-593-5958.
Find out more »“An Evening with Jeh Johnson: The Rise of Anti-Semitism in the U.S.”
Temple Ner Tamid, Bloomfield, 7:30 p.m. Jeh Johnson, former Secretary of Homeland Security, will be in dialogue with Jim Axelrod, a national correspondent and reporter for CBS News. Cosponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ and Anti-Defamation League. Contact Lori at 973-338-1500 or info@nertamid.org.
Find out more »Great Minds Salon: Breaking Barriers Through Organ Transplants
Gary Friedman, MD will be speaking about “Breaking Barriers Through Organ Transplants”. DR. FRIEDMAN is a Nephrologist and Organ Transplant Specialist with more than 15 years in medical practice. After training at The New York Hospital/Cornell University Medical Center and practicing as a nephrologist at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, he transitioned into research and development in the pharmaceutical industry ten years ago. Dr. Friedman has been lead clinician on the development of anti-rejection medications and immunomodulatory medications for chronic inflammatory…
Find out more »The “Typical” Jewish Family Isn’t Typical Anymore
First in a four-part Women of Wisdom education series sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ. Held at a private home, 10 a.m.-noon. A light kosher breakfast will be served. Couvert is $54 series, $18 per session. Register at jfedgmw.org/wow or contact Claudia Lukac at clukac@jfedgmw.org or 973-929-3057.
Find out more »God, Torah and Israel
Franz Rosenzweig, a German Jewish Theologian and philosopher created the Star of Redemption, connecting God, Torah and Israel through the actions of Creation, Revelation and Redemption. Join us for the first half of this 6-part series as they examine the core concepts of God, Torah and Israel and their place in Jewish tradition and connection to our lives today. This week Rabbi Adena Blum will discuss Torah.
Find out more »Caregiving discussion
Greenwood House in Ewing and Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County will present a free dinner and discussion, “Managing Your Loved One’s Needs,” on Thursday, Jan. 24, 6-8 p.m. at Congregation Beth Chaim, Princeton Junction. RSVP to Donna Sobel at DSobel@GreenwoodHouse.org or 609-883-5391, ext. 388.
Find out more »Author Series: Springfield Confidential
Simpsons writer and producer, Mike Reiss, offers a humorous look at the writing and making of the legendary Fox series, The Simpsons. The event is $12 for members and students/$18 for guests. For more information kstrulson@jccmetrowest.org.
Find out more »Jewish Authors Series: Springfield Confidential
Gaelen Center for the Arts, JCC MetroWest, West Orange, 7:30 p.m. Speaker is Mike Reiss, writer and producer for “The Simpsons.” Cost is $18, $12 JCC members/students. Contact kstrulson@jccmetrowest.org.
Find out more »Climate Change — Science, Realities, and Concerns: What Can We Do?
Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell, 7:45 p.m. Interfaith event cosponsored by St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church and held in observance of Tu b’Shvat. Register at agudath.org/events or contact caioffice@agudath.org or 973-226-3600.
Find out more »“Exploring the History of Hebrew and Ancient Israel”
Congregation Shomrei Emunah, Montclair. Prof. Gary Rendsburg, Rutgers University’s Blanche and Irving Laurie Chair in Jewish History, focuses on major archaeological sites in Israel, Egypt, and Jordan, including Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls, at 6:30 Friday night services; on Saturday he will speak during 8:30 a.m. Torah study, 9:30 a.m. services, and at a noon luncheon. Call 973-746-5031 or go to shomrei.org.
Find out more »Scholar in Residence: Professor Gary Rendsburg
Dr. Gary A. Rendsburg holds the Blanche and Irving Laurie Chair in Jewish History in the Department of Jewish Studies at Rutgers University will lecture as Shabbat Scholar in Residence. On Friday evening after 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat services and dinner, Professor Rendsburg will discuss The Dead Sea Scrolls: This year marks the 70th anniversary of the discovery and publication of the first Dead Sea Scrolls. And yet, after seven decades of analysis and scholarship, the documents continue to enthrall.…
Find out more »Shabbat Speaker Series at Temple Shalom
A member of the Faith in New Jersey non-profit organization will be the featured speaker on Friday, January 25th as part of Temple Shalom's Shabbat Speaker Series. Faith in New Jersey is a multi-faith and multi-racial network of faith leaders and faith communities working together to advance a social and economic justice agenda. Its mission is to develop grassroots community leaders, analyze the policies that shape our communities, and mobilize faith voices and faith voters. The group is part of…
Find out more »Jews, God, and History (Not Necessarily in That Order)
A one-man show written and performed by writer, actor, singer, dancer, comic, historian, and Elizabeth native Michael Takiff. Through comedy and drama the show looks at how we live with our ancient traditions in the modern age.
Find out more »Jewish Pulitzer novelists
Congregation B’nai Israel, Rumson, continues its celebration of Jewish Pulitzer Prize novelists — Philip Roth, Norman Mailer, Bernard Malamud, and Saul Bellow — in a series of free Sunday seminars. Needle will discuss the life and works of Bellow on Jan. 27; the series will conclude when Gail Becker presents “Personal Reflections on Norman Mailer” on Feb. 3. Coffee and bagels will be available. Call 732-842-1800.
Find out more »TBA Men’s Club Annual Sports Breakfast with Curtis Martin
The Temple B’nai Abraham Men’s Club (TBA MC) is hosting its annual Sports Speaker breakfast series on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at the temple. This year we are pleased to announce that Curtis Martin, Pro Football Hall of Famer & Former New York Jet, will be our guest speaker. Breakfast and check-in begin at 8:30 AM, and the program begins at 9:30 AM. This annual event brings together the TBA and Livingston communities in an effort to bring an intriguing…
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