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February 2019
“God Is Imperfect, And So Are We!”
B’nai Shalom, West Orange, 7 p.m. Discussion with Rabbi Mark Biller related to the Book of Genesis. Visit bnaishalom.net or call 973-731-0160.
Find out more »CLE accredited JLI course “Crime & Consequence”
wAn intriguing, thought provoking CLE (Continued Legal Education) accredited 6 week course for 10.8 Ethic credits! "Crime & Consequence" Exploring 3000 years of Talmudic perspective on conviction, sentencing, and criminal rehabilitation. If you are a Lawyer, an activist, or a passionate voter who cares deeply about society and Prison reform.. then this is for YOU! Classes are given in Princeton & Robbinsville, NJ. Register at jewishrobbinsville.com/jli or email rabbiychaiton@gmail.com for more information!
Find out more »55-Plus
The singers “Girls Night Out” will perform at the next meeting of the 55-Plus Club at Neve Shalom, Metuchen, on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 1-3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Call Roz Charnes at 908-964-7840.
Find out more »Bereavement group
Rabbi Bryan Kinzbrunner facilitates a bereavement group at the JCC of Middlesex County in Edison that will continue on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 3-4 p.m. RSVP to Sue Horwitz at 732-593-5958.
Find out more »Booked to Cook Event
Temple Shalom is hosting a “Booked to Cook” event that is open to the community. It will take place on February 20th from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. The program features Shannon Sarna Goldberg, author of Modern Jewish Baker. Her book offers step-by-step instructions for the core doughs of Jewish baking while adding modern flavors and new ideas. The cost is $40 and includes a light meal and a glass of wine. The evening includes sampling of foods from the…
Find out more »Baking tips
Temple Shalom in Aberdeen will host Shannon Sarna, author of “Modern Jewish Baker,” at its next “Booked to Cook” event open to the community, 7-8:30 p.m. The cost is $40 and includes a light meal — a sampling of foods from the Lower East Side — and a glass of wine. To check availability, contact wts@templeshalomnj.org.
Find out more »Torah on Tap
Join us for our monthly gathering at KIXX – the Sports Bar in Kingston as we gather to share some food, a good beer and a conversation about some critical topic in our Jewish lives. The Rabbi always brings a text or a topic or a story that keeps us talking for at least an hour. We welcome new people to our group and we are open to any men in our community including people who have not yet joined…
Find out more »Krav Maga Self-Defense Classes
Chabad of West Orange, 8-9 p.m. Six-week men’s self-defense course with “Fighting Rabbi” Michoel Shapiro, 8-9 p.m. Cost is $125. RSVP to fightingrabbi@gmail.com or call 714-376-7181.
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Nosh & Drosh
Sponsored by The Jewish Center Drop in for a morning of schmoozing, discussion, connecting and inclusion. Our new format will include a combination of guest leaders and self-guided discussions. February 21, March 21, April 11*, May 16, June 20, 2019 *not meeting on our usual third Thursday of the month due to a Jewish holiday* We will meet at Bon Appetit in the Princeton Shopping Center Questions? Contact the “Nosh & Drosh” Co-chairs: Lauren Neufeld 908-216-1412; laurenhneufeld@gmail.com or Cynthia Neufeld…
Find out more »Iconic Culture: From Little Black Dress to Bell Bottoms
The Morris County Historical Society's latest exhibit explores cultural history through a retrospective featuring nearly 100 pieces from its historic textile collection. The exhibit highlights cultural milestones from the 1920s to the 1970s and clothing styles mirrored historical events. Open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays, 1-4 p.m. $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for students, free for children.
Find out more »“How the Kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara Led to the Fall of the Papal State”
Adult Forum of Congregation B’nai Israel, Millburn, 12:30 p.m. With Hirschhorn speaker Joe Rapaport. Cost is $12, $10 Adult Forum members. RSVP to Lois at 973-533-1809 with lunch order.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – Ethical Dilemas
On Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors and Jewish Family and Children Services presents ‘Ethical Dilemas: What would you do if…’ Life is made up of a series of decisions. Participate in a discussion where a number of circumstances that offer difficult decision options will be presented and find out how and what you would or would not do. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor,…
Find out more »Religion and Conflict Across the Globe: Is There a Remedy?
Presented by Professor Peter Ochs Recent news headlines seem to give secularists more courage to say “We told you so!” Is religion itself really dangerous to humankind? Or has it taken western diplomats too long to realize that religious groups do not necessarily act like other social groups? The thesis of this presentation is that there are religious resources for peace as well as conflict, that it takes special knowledge to understand religions, and that new coalitions of government and…
Find out more »Israel’s Election: What to Look For
B’nai Shalom, West Orange, 8:30 p.m. Visit bnaishalom.net or call 973-731-0160.
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