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August 2019
Conversational Hebrew Language
Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell, 7:45 p.m. Continues July 25 and Aug. 1 and 8. Geared to those whose children have made aliyah; beginners are welcome. Contact caioffice@agudath.org or 973-226-3600.
Find out more »“Who is a Jew?” with Guest Speaker Rabbi Tamir Nir
Our guest speaker will be Rabbi Tamir Nir, the rabbi of 'Kehilat Achva B’Kerem' community in Jerusalem, which he founded in 2007. He teaches Bible and Jewish thought at a mixed (religious and secular) high school, and serves as chairman of the Heschel Center for Social and Environmental Thinking and Sustainability. Rabbi Nir served as deputy mayor of Jerusalem, and as the head of The Secular Yeshiva in Tel Aviv, BINA: The Jewish Movement for Social Change. Rabbi Nir has…
Find out more »Tisha B’Av Services
On Tisha B’Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, we commemorate the destruction of both ancient Temples in Jerusalem, as well as other tragedies throughout Jewish history. Saturday, August 10th – 8:15 p.m. Study Session, Ma’ariv And the Reading of Eikhah לימוד, מעריב וקריאת מגילת איכה We join together for our annual commemoration of Tisha B’Av. We will begin with a study session, continue with the evening service, including Kinnoth/קינות, dirges, and reading the Biblical book of…
Find out more »Newly found relatives
The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series, presented by the Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey, continues with a presentation by Jack Feinstein, “After DNA Testing I Was Contacted by Cousins with Unfamiliar Last Names. Now What?” on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 10 a.m. at Jewish Family Services, Monroe Township. Feinstein is a member of the Genealogy Club of Central Jersey in Highland Park and the Mercer County Genealogy Society in East Windsor. The lecture will be repeated on Wednesday, Aug.…
Find out more »Study With the Clergy – Shalom in the Home
Jewish tradition has always held sacred the value of sh’lom bayit, peace in the home. Join Rabbi Adena Blum for stories of how our ancient rabbis made personal sacrifices for the sake of family harmony among the Jewish People.
Find out more »A Talk By Jane Sanders Leal, co-author of Perth Amboy’s Jewish Community History, Memories, Tribute
Admission is $5, students free (Museum will be open from 6-9 PM for extended summer hours)
Find out more »The World of Israel’s Defense (and Not Just) Technology
Rabbi Emanuel Ben-David will unveil his personal experience working for decades for Rafael (one of the major three defense contractors that started as a part of the Ministry of Defense). Among the technologies and products he describes are the Iron Dome and David’s Sling, two of the three layers of Israel’s missile defense architecture. Rabbi Ben-David was born in Haifa, Israel and is a graduate of mechanical engineering at the prestigious Technion University in Haifa. He served his mandatory military…
Find out more »Newly found relatives
The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series, presented by the Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey, continues with a presentation by Jack Feinstein, “After DNA Testing I Was Contacted by Cousins with Unfamiliar Last Names. Now What?” on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 10 a.m. at Jewish Family Services, Monroe Township. Feinstein is a member of the Genealogy Club of Central Jersey in Highland Park and the Mercer County Genealogy Society in East Windsor. The lecture will be repeated on Wednesday, Aug.…
Find out more »Challah Bake
Join us for a very special Challah Bake program for children ages 12-36 months and their adult people! We will make our own dough and then be able to take it home to bake for Shabbat dinner! Come sing Shabbat songs, hear stories, and make your very own challah! RSVP Required. FREE to the Community – pre-registration required so that everyone can bring home their own challah! To register, contact Sharon Diamondstein at sdiamondstein@thejewishcenter.org
Find out more »DigiMarCon New Zealand 2019 – Digital Marketing Conference
DigiMarCon New Zealand 2019 is your chance to ... Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing industry. Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your network in a beautiful atmosphere. DigiMarCon New Zealand 2019 Digital Marketing Conference & Exhibition will be held from August 28th to 29th, 2019 at…
Find out more »September 2019
In the kitchen with Susie Fishbein
Susie Fishbein, author of the international best-selling cookbook series “Kosher By Design” and a Livingston resident, will teach a week’s worth of kosher cooking classes, beginning on Sunday, Sept. 8, at The Kitchen at Bed Bath & Beyond in East Hanover. The new interactive cooking and activity learning space will be kashered prior to the start of the classes, which will be geared to chefs of all skill levels. Fishbein launched her cookbook career by co-editing, in 2000, “The Kosher…
Find out more »Shofar lessons
Members of the men’s club of Congregation Beth Ohr, Old Bridge, will give shofar-blowing lessons to adults and children each Sunday in September during the 9 a.m. morning service. The 45-minute service is followed by a complimentary bagel breakfast. Bring photo ID. For information, contact Ed Mendlowitz at emcpa1@aol.com.
Find out more »American Jews and the Civil War
Aidekman Family Jewish Community Campus, Whippany, 2-4:30 p.m. The talk by author/lecturer Bud Livingston is sponsored by Jewish Historical Society of New Jersey and will be followed by a Q&A. Light refreshments will be served. There is a $5 suggested donation. RSVP to Linda Forgosh at 973-929-2994 or lforgosh@jfedgmw.org.
Find out more »Einstein reenactor
Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, Freehold, will present “History Comes Alive with William Agress as Albert Einstein” at 2 p.m. Bill Agress is a long-standing reenactor of Albert Einstein, among others. This program will focus on Einstein’s life and accomplishments with an emphasis on his religious beliefs, Israel, Zionism, Hebrew University, Brandeis University, and the Jewish students of Princeton University. Admission is $10, $8 members. For more information or to make a paid reservation, call 732-252-6990 or visit jhmomc.org.
Find out more »Seniors Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Charles Popky
White Meadow Temple, Rockaway, 11:30 a.m. Bring dairy lunch; a $2 donation is requested. RSVP to 973-627-7011 or narmusna163@gmail.com.
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