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September 2019
Talk by World War II Veteran Sid Levit
Millburn Free Public Library, 7 p.m. Levit, a paratrooper in the 17th Airborne Division and member of the Jewish Historical Society of NJ, fought in the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium. Sponsored by New Jersey World War 2 Book Club.
Find out more »Talmud Study in English
Join us as we puzzle out the Rabbis' intended meanings, the historical context, and contemporary applications for this fundamental and abundantly rewarding work. No prior familiarity with Talmud required. We meet twice a month.
Find out more »Meet the Mayor of Arad: A Jewish National Fund Event
B’nai Shalom, West Orange, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Nisan Ben Hamo will speak about the Israeli desert community, followed by a VIP reception for donors. RSVP by Sept. 4 at jnf.org/aradnj.
Find out more »Holidays and grief
“Handling the Holidays: Programs for those Grieving the Loss of a Family Member,” a series of sessions facilitated by Chaplain Beverly Rubman, will begin with “High Holidays: When the Holidays Hurt” on Thursday, Sept. 12, 10:30-11:45 a.m., or Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6:45-8 p.m. at Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County, Princeton. The series will continue with “Chanukah: Finding Light in Moments of Darkness” on Thursday, Dec. 12, 10:30-11:45 a.m.; and “Passover: The Empty Chair,” Wednesday, March 18,…
Find out more »The Arthritic Duo
Adult Forum of Congregation B’nai Israel, Millburn, 12:30 p.m. Jerry Sorrell on violin and Arnold Chait on piano will perform classical and contemporary favorites. Cost is $12, $10 Adult Forum members. RSVP to Lois with lunch order at 973-533-1809.
Find out more »Open House for Prospective and New Members
Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell, 6:30-8 p.m. A family-friendly dinner will be served. RSVP to membership coordinator Debbie Lurie at 973-226-3600, ext. 118, or membership@agudath.org.
Find out more »Meet the author
Armando Lucas Correa, author of “The Daughter’s Tale,” will kick off the third season of the “Meet The Author” series at 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Torat El, Oakhurst. Correa, an award-winning journalist, editor, and author, introduced his previous book, “The German Girl,” at an event from the series in 2017. His new book is a story exploring a hidden piece of World War II history and the lengths a mother will go to protect her children. Based on true events,…
Find out more »Desert in the Promised Land: Nature, Settlement, and the Politics of Space
"Desert in the Promised Land," a new book by Prof. Yael Zerubavel, explores the multiple meanings of the desert as both a geographic region in Israel and a symbolic landscape in Zionist and Israeli culture. Zerubavel will discuss her book, which draws on literary, artistic, and folkloric sources to examine changing views of the desert from the early twentieth century to the present, shedding light on romantic and mythical associations, settlement and security issues, and environmental concerns. Zerubavel is professor…
Find out more »An Israeli Navy Seal (“M”) in Dialogue with Rabbi Ari Lucas
The Journey of an Elite IDF Naval Commando from Military Excellence to Civilian Leadership: An Israeli Navy Seal (“M”) in Dialogue with Rabbi Ari Lucas. Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell, 8 p.m. Cost is $15, $10 members in advance; $20/$15 at the door. Register at agudath.org/events or contact caioffice@agudath.org or 973-226-3600.
Find out more »Young Family Welcome Picnic
Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel, South Orange, 5 p.m. For families with children in preschool through second grade. Bring dinner (no pork, shellfish, or nuts); dessert with gluten-free/dairy-free options will be served. Followed by a “Come As You Are” Shabbat service at 6. RSVP to sfantacone@tstinj.org with names of attendees, children’s ages/grades, and dietary restrictions.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Tiki Bar Shabbat and Chinese Dinner Buffet
On Friday, September 13, 2019, enjoy the warmth of the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor congregation at our Tiki Bar Shabbat Service and Chinese Dinner Buffet. The festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with a Happy Hour and Chinese Dinner Buffet. Services follow dinner at 7:30 p.m. Early Bird R.S.V.P. until September 3, 2019 and pay $13 per adult and $9 per child. R.S.V.P from September 4th through September 6th 2019 and pay $16 per adult and $12 per child.…
Find out more »Welcome Back Musical Shabbat and Shabbat Dinner
Congregation B’nai Israel, Millburn, 6 p.m. Instrumental Musical Shabbat with the CBI Band followed by free Shabbat dinner. Community guests are welcome with advance registration; call 973-379-3811.
Find out more »Shabbat in Russia
Shabbat House, West Orange, 6:45 p.m. Part of Shabbat Around the World series with traditional Russian cuisine and speakers hailing from Russia. Cost is $36, $18 for children under 12, free for children under 2. RSVP at shabbathouse.org/donate/shabbatinrussia.
Find out more »Shabbat Alive! Service
Join us for a musical, family friendly Shabbat experience! All are welcome!
Find out more »Prospective and New Member Shabbat Service
Temple Ner Tamid, Bloomfield, 8 p.m. Followed by oneg Shabbat. Call 973-338-1500.
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