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August 2019
Memory loss program
A new weekly four-hour social and recreational program for people living with memory loss, “The Coffee House at JFS,” takes place on Mondays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Jewish Family Service of Central NJ Halpern Building, Elizabeth. The Coffee House is designed for adults who have mild-moderate memory loss due to cognitive changes caused by some type of dementia or a stroke. A kosher morning snack and light lunch, entertainment, and activities are offered. The program costs $40 per day.…
Find out more »Beth Chaim Summer Reading Series
Book discussion of Bread Givers, by Azia Yezierska, an essential historical work with enduring relevance.Open to the community. Lunch provided by Greenwood House ($5 donation suggested). Please RSVP to JFCS at (609) 987-8100.
Find out more »Summer Reading
Bread Givers, by Anzia Yezierska. Set in the 1920’s, a young girl rebels against her Orthodox father’s rigidity. A kosher lunch provided.
Find out more »LaShir auditions
LaShir, the Jewish Community Choir of Princeton, is actively seeking experienced singers. Its 2019-2020 season begins Sept. 5. Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings from 7:30-9:15 p.m. at The Jewish Center in Princeton. For more information, contact Marsha at LaShirDirector@gmail.com or 347-782-2746.
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 »Shabbat in the Gardens
Family Shabbat Celebration. Bring your own picnic dinner. Open to the Community!Questions? Email us: sdiamondstein@thejewishcenter.org
Find out more »Shabbat On the Beach
As the sun sets over White Meadow Beach, join us on Friday, August 23, 7:00PM, for a lively and memorable Shabbat. Bring your sandals and a singing voice! Beach 3 (North Lakeshore Drive) In case of rain, the service will be held in the synagogue. Contact the Temple Office for more information!
Find out more »Shabbat Under The Stars
Join us for a lively outdoor service filled with music and song. All are welcome!
Find out more »Shabbat Katan
Shabbat Katan is a monthly service designed for Preschool/Kindergarten-aged children and their families. Warm and spirited, this interactive Shabbat experience will include stories, prayers, songs, and a brief Torah reading. Stay for Shabbat Katan lunch and get to meet other families with little ones. Bring your friends, everyone is welcome! Questions? Email us: sdiamondstein@thejewishcenter.org
Find out more »Potluck and games
National Council of Jewish Women’s Metro Jersey Section will host a Pot Luck Dinner and Game Night on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m. at a member’s home. Prospective members are welcome. RSVP to Barbara at bdfinkel@gmail.com. For information and directions, call 732-548-2765.
Find out more »Winter in summer
A PJ Library Family Summer Snow Ball will take place at The Hebrew Academy (formerly Solomon Schechter Day School), on Sunday, Aug. 25, 10-11:30 a.m. The free “beat the heat” carnival will feature inflatable water activities, snowball making, hands-on cooking, and fun “winter” activities. The PJ Library sends free Jewish children’s books to children and is funded by the Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey. A PJ Library Carnival Enrollment Special will also be offered. For more details…
Find out more »TBOBT Religious School Open House, Clark
Meet the clergy and staff of our vibrant Religious School. Learn about our new tuition-free policy to make Religious School affordable. Please RSVP to Cantor Steven Stern at 732-381-8403 X103 or email tbethor@gmail.com.
Find out more »Welcome back brunch
Raritan Valley Hadassah will hold a Welcome Back Brunch catered by Jerusalem Pizza on Sunday, Aug. 25, at 11 a.m. at the Wilf Campus Education & Resource Center, Somerset. Local comedian Mr. Tex will perform. Cost is $25. Contact RaritanValleyHadassah@gmail.com.
Find out more »Mental health support
Jewish Home for Rehabilitation & Nursing, Freehold, has launched a monthly Jewish Mental Health Support Group for those with mental health disorders and their family members, meeting Sunday, Aug. 25, 1-2:30 p.m. (future dates to be announced). RSVP to Jonah at jgsinowitz@gmail.com or 732-367-7450.
Find out more »Highland Park Great Jazz series Presents Phyllis Chapell
Chamber 43: Highland Park Great Jazz series Presents Phyllis Chapell: Vocalist World/Jewish songs on August 25, 2019, Sunday, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Chamber 43, 427 Raritan Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904. (732) 354-3047. Phyllis Chapell, a jazz vocalist/guitarist of world songs, gives light and dramatic spirit to Jewish music including Yiddish, Ladino, Yemenite and Israeli. Speaking thirteen languages, she sings the music of Brazil, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Ireland and the Middle East. She was named one…
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