CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Event Highlight
 | The award-winning Mama Doni Band led by Doni Zasloff Thomas of Montclair, with guitarist Justin Goldner; bassist Alexander Tyshkov; and drummer Cliff Ramsay, drums celebrates Purim at a family celebration at the Museum of Jewish Heritage-A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in Manhattan, on Sunday, Feb. 26, at 2:30 p.m. Holiday crafts at 1:30. Made possible through a gift from the Margaret Neubart Foundation Trust. (646) 437-4202 or www.mjhnyc.org. Courtesy MJH |
11 January 2012
Caregivers support
The Kaplen Adult Reach Center offers caregivers a support group with information and referrals, at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades. Free. Wheelchair accessible.
Debra Turitz, (201) 408-1450
12 January 2012
Hadassah meets
Pascack Valley/Northern Valley Hadassah meets at the Jewish Home Assisted Living for its annual daytime winter meeting. The Hadassah Radio Players will present “We Remember Golda” written by Hadassah member Shirley Bader with songs by Hannah Price. Refreshments.
(201) 664-1488
Raising safe kids
Jewish Family Service social worker Shari Bloomberg discusses “Balancing Fear and Freedom in Raising Safe Kids” at the Golda Och Academy at the Wilf Lower School Campus. Snow date, Feb. 2.
(973) 765-9050, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or www.jfsmetrowest.org
Shabbat
The Barnert Temple offers services with the Worship Band.
(201) 848-1800
13 January 2012
Shabbat
Cong. B’nai Israel offers a “Freedom Shabbat” service honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, 7:30 p.m. Rabbi Debra Orenstein and Cantor Lenny Mandel will be assisted by local area clergy from different faith traditions. Rev. Barry R. Miller of Mt. Zion Baptist Church will give the sermon. The celebration of Dr. King’s legacy continues on Sunday, Jan. 15, when the shul joins with other Westwood area clergy and congregations for an interfaith Martin Luther King service at Zion Lutheran Church in Westwood at 4 p.m. The service launches the Westwood Area Clergy Council Food Drive, with each member congregation bringing a specific type of food, for a balance of supplies for local food pantries.
(201) 265-2272 or www.bisrael.com
Shabbat
Temple Beth Or celebrates Shabbat Hallelu, a musical service.
(201) 664-7422 or www.templebethornj.org
Shabbat
Temple Beth El of Northern Valley holds a musical Shabbat spiritual service with guest violinist Krista Bennion Feeney, concertmaster of Orchestra of St. Lukes.
(201) 768-5112
Shabbat
Temple Beth-El hosts its annual service in tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.. New Jersey Attorney General Paula T. Dow is the guest speaker. Oneg follows.
(201) 333-4229
Shabbat
The youth group at Temple Beth Rishon leads services with songs, prayers, and readings focused on the environment.
(201) 891-4466 or www.bethrishon.org
Shabbat
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley holds its bi-monthly healing service during services. All welcome.
(201) 391-0801
Shabbat
Reconstructionist Temple Beth Israel holds its monthly musical service led by student cantor Lois Kittner and the RTBI Players. Oneg follows.
(201) 845-7550
14 January 2012
Shabbat
Temple Emeth offers a Shabbat service and day of learning,“Memorization and Remembrance,” with Dora Geld Friedman, exploring Jewish tradition through two books, “Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering,” and “Zakhor” by Yosef Hayim Yerushalmi, beginning at 9 a.m. Lunch at 2:45 p.m. $9.
(201) 833-1322
Shabbat
Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El leads services. Totally Talmud led by Rabbi Steve Suson is at noon.
(201) 750-9997
Comedy
Cong. Shomrei Torah offers comedy with Alex Lampert, Tom McTiernan, and Brad Trackman with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a 50/50, and desserts.
(973) 696-2500 or www.ShomreiTorahWCC.org
Film
Temple Beth Rishon screens the Mexican comedy “Nora’s Will.” In Spanish with English subtitles. Dessert and discussion.
(201) 891-4466
15 January 2012
Film
“The Middleton Family Goes to the New York World’s Fair,” about the 1939 World’s Fair, is screened at Temple Emanuel. Four short films about Coney Island will also be screened. Free; sandwiches and beverages provided.
(201) 560-0200 or www.tenjfl.org
Bowling for special needs children
The Friendship Circle of Passaic County offers a bowling outing, at Van Houten Lanes. $5.
(973) 694-6274 or www.FCPassaicCounty.com
Film
The Glen Rock Jewish Center screens “Yoo Hoo Mrs. Goldberg” and offers a discussion with Gertrude Berg’s grandson, Adam Berg. The film tells the story of radio and television pioneer Gertrude Berg, creator/principal writer/and star of “The Goldbergs.”
(201) 652-6624
Remembering Martin Luther King
The Oakland-Franklin Lakes Interfaith Clergy Council host a program commemorating Martin Luther King, Jr., at Barnert Temple. Prayer and song followed by a potluck supper. Bring a non-perishable food item for Center of United Methodist Aid to the Community Ecumenically Concerned Helping Others (CUMAC) in Paterson.
(201) 848-1800
17 January 2012
Parenting teens
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest and the Millburn Municipal Alliance Committee present “Forget about the Big Talk with Your Teen, Having Conversations that Matter a Little at a Time,” at the Millburn Public Library. Free.
(973) 765-9050, ext. 1708 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Jazz
The jazz ensemble Doctor Dubious entertains for the National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section meeting at Temple Emeth. $10 for non-members, applicable to dues.
(201) 385-4847
Lunch and movie
New Beginnings, a group for mature and retired people of all ages, at the Jewish Center of Teaneck, meets for lunch,movie, and discussion. The group is sponsored by the Elisabeth Heilbronner Chesed Fund and is directed by Aviva Feldman. Refreshments. Free. Also Feb. 21.
(201) 833-0515
Jewish traditions
Cantor Israel Singer leads a class on Traditions and Jewish Lifecycles at Temple Emanu-El. Also Jan. 31.
(201) 750-9997
Senator and novelist talk
Sen. Frank Lautenberg,(D-NJ), serving in his fifth term, and novelist Thane Rosenbaum, also a law professor at Fordham University and the director of the Forum on Law, Culture and Society, have a discussion at the 92nd Street Y.
(212) 415-5500 or www.92Y.org
18 January 2012
Mom playdate
Temple Emanu-El offers a class for moms and babies. Also Jan. 25.
Tammy Ween, (201) 750-9997 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Yiddish club meets
Khaverim Far Yidish (Friends for Yiddish) of the JCC of Paramus meets to discuss Yiddish grammar and literature. The club meets the third Wednesday of the month.
Varda, (201) 791-0327 or Aida, (201) 224-8445
Torah portion
The JCC of Paramus holds “Drosh and Nosh,” a lay-led discussion on the weekly Torah portion, 7:30 p.m. Snacks served. Minyan at 8. Free.
(201) 262-7691
Torah
The Torah Institute meets at Temple Emanu-El of Closter to study themes, ethics, issues, and text in Judaism. Also Jan. 25.
(201) 750-9997
Israel program
Avinoam Segal-Elad, Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey’s new shaliach, discusses “Current Issues Facing the Israel Supreme Court,” at Barnert Temple.
(201) 848-1800
20 January 2012
Women’s study
Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner leads a women’s study group at Temple Emanu-El of Closter.
(201) 750-9997
Shabbat
Temple Beth El offers a family evening beginning with dinner, 5:45 p.m., then services with interim Rabbi Jim Simon, Cantor Rica Timman, the fifth grade, and Rinat Beth El Junior Choir at 6:45.
(201) 768-5112
Shabbat
Temple Beth Or celebrates mishpacha (family) Shabbat for young families. Regular service at 8.
(201) 664-7422 or www.templebethornj.org
Shabbat
Temple Beth Rishon hosts “Shabbat La Vida Loca,” a celebration of the Jewish community of Latin America, 8 p.m., led by guest Cantor Mark Biddleman of Temple Emanuel in Woodcliff Lake along with Cantors Ilan Mamber and Annelise Ocanto, accompanied by a salsa band. Optional “South of the Border” dinner at 6:30 by reservation only by Jan. 19.
(201) 891-4466 or www.bethrishon.org
Shabbat
The Helen Troum Nursery School at Temple Beth Sholom holds a tot Shabbat family service. Refreshments.
Lori Rothman, director, (201) 797-2865
Shabbat
Beth Am Temple holds a farbrengen service, with song, stories, commentary, and snacks.
(845) 735-5858 or www.BethAmTemple.org
Shabbat
The Barnert Temple offers services with the Worship Band.
(201) 848-1800
21 January 2012
Shabbat
Sisterhood of Temple Israel and Jewish Community Center conduct services. Pamela Cohen and Sharyn Gallatin will be inducted into Kolot biK’dushah, an honor society that acknowledges women with skill in leading prayer and reading Torah. D’var Torah by sisterhood president Elaine Silverstein. Kiddush lunch.
(201) 444-9320
Shabbat
Cong. B’nai Israel offers its monthly family program on the weekly Torah portion. Pizza, salad, and ice cream for lunch.
(201) 265-2272
Movie
The Chabad Center of Passaic County hosts a “Cafe Chabad Movie Night” featuring “Leap of Faith,” at the center. Pasta, salads, and soups served. $18.
(973) 694-6274 or Jewishwayne.com
Tennis
Temple Emanu-El of Closter holds a “Kiddush Cup Tennis Event” at the Fort Lee Racquet Club. Mixed doubles tennis event, round robin format.
Jeanine, (201) 750-9997 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
22 January 2012
Y open house
The Wayne Y holds an open house with tours, family-friendly activities including swim, and special pricing.
(973) 595-0100, ext. 284
Dads and kids
Temple Emanu-El of Closter Ta’am Emanu-El program offers “Daddy and Me Sports Day.”
Tammy Ween, (201) 750-9997 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Preschool class
The JCC of Paramus offers Candle Club, a monthly pre-K holiday class with stories, music, dance, arts and crafts, and kosher nut-free refreshments. Coffee and bagels for parents. Free.
(201) 262-7733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Book review
Joan Leegant’s novel “ Wherever You Go,” is reviewed for the Book and Bagel program at the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/CBI.
(201) 796-5040
Family lunch/movie
The Young Jewish Families Club of the JCC of Paramus hosts lunch and a movie,”Racing Stripes” for those 13 and younger with their families.
Reservations, (201) 262-7691 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Meet for lunch
Circle of Single Jewish Friends, 49+, meets for lunch at a restaurant. Price of meal off the menu/tip, plus $3.
Roberta, (908) 668-8450 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Family concert
Randy Kaplan performs a concert for families at The Jewish Museum in conjunction with the museum’s current exhibition, “The Snowy Day and the Art of Ezra Jack Keats.” Adults must accompany their children.
(212) 423-3337 or www.thejewishmuseum.org
Sports for special needs children
The Friendship Circle of Passaic County hosts its monthly Sports and More program with supervised sports and art with a sports coach and teen volunteers, at the Chabad Center.
(973) 694-6274 or fcpassaiccounty.com
Genealogy group meets
The Jewish Genealogical Society at the Wayne Y meets for an “Ask the Experts” session. The Charles & Bessie Goldman Library opens at 2 for resources and socializing. On Feb. 12, Ron Arons, genealogist/author, will discuss “Finding Living Relatives Using the Internet.” Refreshments. Free.
Y, (973) 595-0100; JGS, Susan, (732) 752-3384, or Judy, (973) 226-7049 or mysite.verizon.net/skobren
Celebrating Martin Luther King
First Presbyterian Church hosts “Living the Vision of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,” an interfaith gathering. Pastor Dr. Julwel Kenney, Rabbi Jarah Greenfield, and Rev. Kenneth Walkley will speak on the theme, “What the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Vision Means to Me,” offering insights from Caucasian, Jewish, and African-American points of view. Organized by Reconstructionist Temple Beth Israel, First Presbyterian Church, and Tabernacle of Life Ministries.
(201) 845-7550
Israeli investments
Tal Even discusses the “High Tech Sector and Investment Opportunities in Israel” for the Israel Committee of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/CBI.
(201) 796-5040 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
23 January 2012
Senior program
The Chabad Center of Passaic County continues its Smile on Seniors program at the center. A personal trainer will discuss staying healthy and fit through the winter months and offer tips on keeping in shape. Brunch served.
(973) 694-6274 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Discussion for seniors
The senior group of the JCC of Paramus offers a discussion “Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow,” with Al Nahum. Free.
(201) 262-7691
Job networking
Barnert Temple hosts a job networking program partnering with Temple Beth Rishon in Wyckoff and Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in Mahwah, at Barnert. Marty Latman will discuss “Networking 101/Creating Your Personal Brand.”
(201) 848-1800
Latte and learn
Ben Keil, an English teacher at Yeshiva University’s Isaac Breuer College of Hebraic Studies who also works for the Orthodox Union’s Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus, leads a discussion on the weekly Torah portion at the Teaneck General Store.
(201) 530-5046 or www.teaneckgeneralstore.com
Read Torah
Rabbi Steve Suson offers “The Enchanted Scroll,” to help learn to read Torah at Temple Emanu-El. Also Jan. 30.
(201) 750-9997
24 January 2012
Intermarriage
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley continues its “Keruv” series, “Keeping in Touch,” developed by the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs to help couples, parents, extended families, and synagogues deal with interfaith relationships and marriage, led by Rabbi Leanna Moritt in a private home.The film “Mixed Blessings” will be screened.
(201) 391-0801
Literature/ethical wills
Temple Emeth in Teaneck offers “Literature From a Jewish Perspective,” with Dione Danis, 7:30 p.m., and “Ethical Wills” led by Rabbi Harvey Rosenfeld at 8:40.
(201) 833-1322 or http://www.emeth.org
Women’s Rosh Chodesh
Rabbi Adina Lewittes offers a discussion on “Self, Identity, and Consciousness in the Torah: The Commentary of Dr. Aviva Gottlieb,” at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades.
(201) 408-1426
Assimilation and intermarriage
Rabbi Joshua Cohen of Temple Emanuel of North Jersey continues “Survival in 21st Century America: Coping with Tough Questions and Fewer Answers.”
(201) 560-0200 or www.tenjfl.org
Business ethics
Lubavitch on the Palisades begins “Jewish Business Ethics: Money Matters,” a six-week course through The Jewish Learning Institute. Valley Chabad in Woodcliff Lake is also offering the same course.
(201) 871-1152 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) and (201) 476-0157 or www.valleychabad.org
25 January 2012
Dead Sea Scrolls
Temple Beth Or hosts a trip to New York City to see the Dead Sea Scrolls in Times Square. Lunch at a kosher restaurant.
Susan, (201) 934-0188 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Mom playdate
Temple Emanu-El offers a class for moms and babies.
Tammy Ween, (201) 750-9997 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Jews in the Ottoman Empire
Rabbi Arthur Weiner begins a six-part class,”History of the Jews in the Ottoman Empire,” at 3 p.m., and again at 8:15.
(201) 262-7691
Networking
Jeff Miller of Premiere Energy Auctions hosts a networking event, “Business, Economics, Finance.” Kosher food.
“The Chosen”
The Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in New York offers the premiere of a staged reading of “The Chosen,” directed by Jonathan Solari. The play is based on the 1967 novel by Chaim Potok.
(646) 437-4202 or www.mjhnyc.org
Torah study
Chabad of Upper Passaic County’s Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) Chabad launches a Torah studies course exploring “Judaism’s Relevance in Modern Life,” at the Haskell Towne Centre.
(201) 696-7609 or www.JewishHighlands.com
Torah portion
The JCC of Paramus holds “Drosh and Nosh,” a lay-led discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Snacks served. Minyan at 8. Free.
(201) 262-7691
Jazz in Tenafly
The JCC Thurnauer School of Music offers a Jazz Wednesday performance by the school’s jazz combos and large ensemble.
(201) 569-7900
Israeli technology
The YJCC explores the success story of Israeli innovative technologies and the latest inventions coming from the Jewish “start-up nation.” Appropriate for older children, teens, and adults.
Tamar Chovav, YJCC youth shlicha, (201) 753-1595 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
26 January 2012
Caregivers support
The Kaplen Adult Reach Center offers caregivers a support group with information and referrals, at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades. Free. Wheelchair accessible.
Debra Turitz, (201) 408-1450
Book discussion/self-publishing
The Glen Rock Jewish Center offers a discussion on “My Father’s Paradise” by Ariel Sabar. The book is about the author’s discovery of his family’s past. Janet Isenberg, who has self-published a number of memoirs, will also discuss self-publishing of memoirs. Free event is part of the Synagogue Leadership Initiative’s One Book/One Community program.
(201) 652-6624 or www.jfnnj.org
Film in Fair Lawn
The Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Cong. B’nai Israel screens “The Human Resources Manager.” The 2011 award-winning film/comedy/drama in Hebrew with English subtitles. Free. Refreshments.
(201) 796-5040
27 January 2012
Torah portion
The Jewish Learning Experience begins “Insights Into the Weekly Torah Portion, at Cong. Bnai Yeshurun.
Rabbi David Pietruszka, (201) 966-4498 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Jewish history
Seth Schwartz, Lucius N. Littauer professor of classical Jewish civilization at Columbia University, continues Temple Israel & JCC in Ridgewood’s Rabbi David J. Fine’s Sunday-morning series on “History of the Holy Land,” with a discussion, “Ancient Synagogues and Churches.”
(201) 444-9320
Shabbat
Cong. Beth Sholom sponsors its 21st annual shabbaton,”Between People - How We Treat Each Other: Bein adam l’havero,” with nearly 30 sessions offered. Services at 4:50 p.m., dinner at 6. Services on Shabbat at 9 a.m., lunch at noon.
(201) 833-2620 or cbsteaneck.org
Shabbat
Cantor Nancy Abramson, director of the H. L. Miller Cantorial School and College of Jewish Music of The Jewish Theological Seminary, is the scholar/cantor-in-residence at Cong. Kol HaNeshamah through Jan. 28. Kabbalat Shabbat services will be at a private home. She will discuss the musical history and liturgical sources of Shabbat Zmirot. Services continue Shabbat morning on the grounds of St. Paul’s Church, where she will lead Shacharit and Musaf services. During a “Lunch and Learn” she will discuss “Aspects of Jewish Cantorial Music: History, Personalities and Influences.”
Shabbat
The Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Cong. B’nai Israel hosts a “Pre-SuperBowl” Shabbat dinner beginning at 6:30 with a meet and greet, services at 7 p.m., and a Chinese buffet at 7:45.
(201) 796-5040
Shabbat
Temple Emanu-El in Closter holds “Spirit and Song” services.
(201) 750-9997
Shabbat
Cong. B’nai Israel holds its monthly inter-generational Drumming Circle. Drums provided; attendees can bring a percussion instrument.
(201) 265-2272 or http://www.bisrael.com
Shabbat
Temple Beth El offers “Ruach Shabbat,” an informal/interactive evening with four Shabbat experiences.
(201) 768-5112
28 January 2012
Shabbat
Temple Israel and JCC of Ridgewood hosts its monthly “Nosh and Drash.” Services at 9 a.m., breakfast and communal Torah study with congregant Rabbi Gloria S. Rubin at 10.
(201) 444-9320
Shabbat
Rabbi Steve Suson leads Totally Talmud at Temple Emanu-El, noon.
(201) 750-9997
Havdalah
Temple Beth El invites families with 2- to 5-year-olds to Pajama Havdalah, with story, songs, crafts, and pizza. Bring a favorite stuffed toy.
(201) 768-5112
Havdalah
Cong. B’nai Israel offers Pajama Havdalah for families with children up to age 7, along with their parents, grandparents, and siblings. Bring a favorite bedtime toy and pillow. Bring a non-perishable fruit or nut item to be donated to local food pantries.
(201) 265-2272
Sisterhood dinner
The sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El of Closter hosts a progressive dinner.
(201) 750-9997
Game event
The Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Cong. B’nai Israel hosts “The Big Quiz Thing” with music and a professional host/DJ. BYO(kosher)B.
(201) 796-5040
29 January 2012
Day of kabbalah
Daniel Matt, a leading authority on kabbalah who has published more than 10 books, including “The Essential Kabbalah,” is the guest speaker at a Day of Kabbalah hosted by Rabbi Naftali Citron of The Carlebach Shul and Mark Pearlman of JInsider, at the JCC.
(646) 505-5708 or www.jccmanhattan.org
Breakfast
The sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El hosts a membership breakfast. Lauren Grodstein, author of “A Friend of the Family,” is the guest speaker.
(201) 750-9997
Winter playdate
The Dora and Sidney Miller Early Childhood Center at the JCC of Paramus holds an interactive/social program with crafts, music, stories, and outdoor playtime (weather permitting), for 2-to 4-year-olds with their parents and grandparents. Free. Bring snowpants and mittens.
Judy Fox, (201) 967-1334 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Singles brunch
The North Jersey Jewish Singles group (45+) at the Clifton Jewish Center hosts a “Bagels and Conversation” brunch. $15.
(973) 772-3131 or join North Jersey Jewish Singles at www.meetup.com
Party showcase
Celebrate! Party Showcase’s annual show is at the Marriott at Glenpointe. Party professionals, including DJs, photographers, florists, entertainers, caterers, and party favor, balloon, and invitation suppliers. Free. Register to win an iPod.
(646) 652-7512 or celebratePartyshowcase.com
Party showcase
Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment host an event in their studio with a food tasting, video, photography, photo favors, and more, noon-3 p.m.; emcee and dancer performance at 1 p.m.
(201) 265-9060 or www.powerhousestudios.tv
Science and politics in fascist Italy
Italian Eugenics: Forging the “New Man,” an ongoing debate about the intersection of pseudo science and ideology, is presented by the Primo Levi Center at the Museum of Jewish Heritage — A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. In collaboration with the Istituto Italiano di Cultura. Free with suggestion donation.
(646) 437-4202 or www.mjhnyc.org
Film in Fair Lawn
Reconstructionist Temple Beth Israel screens “Goodbye Holland.” The film aims to debunk the myth that the Dutch protected and defended their Jewish countrymen. Refreshments.
(201) 845-7550, ext. 1
Eating disorders in young people
The Lander College for Men in Queens and the Lander College for Women in Manhattan, in cooperation with the Orthodox Union and Aish Kodesh, present a community forum, “Eating Disorders Among our Young People,” at Cong. Aish Kodesh in Woodmere. Moderated by radio personality/syndicated columnist Rabbi Dovid Goldwasser, author of “Starving Souls, a Spiritual Guide to Eating Disorders,” with three panelists, Dr. Ditza Berger, Dr. Alan Perry, and Rabbi Jonathan Morgenstern. The program will be presented in Teaneck in April.
Rabbi Judah Isaacs, (212) 613-8336
30 January 2012
Blood drive
Temple Emeth and Community Blood Services hold a Teaneck blood drive. All blood types needed especially Types 0- and 0+.
(201) 251-3703
31 January 2012
Baby gemach fundraiser
The Teaneck Baby Gemach, in partnership with the Sisterhood of Cong. Arzei Darom, holds a fundraiser, “How to be an Extreme Couponer: a Living Rich with Coupons Workshop,” with Cindy Livesey, New Jersey’s couponing expert, at Cong. Arzei Darom. The gemach provides diapers, formula, baby equipment, and clothing to needy Jewish families in Bergen County. All donations are tax deductible (the Gemach operates under the auspices of Cong. Ahavat Shalom/Synagogue Association of West Englewood). $18 suggested donation.
Jewish traditions
Cantor Israel Singer leads a class on traditions and Jewish lifecycles at Temple Emanu-El of Closter.
(201) 750-9997
Author event
Neil Abramson discusses his book “Unsaid” for a sisterhood-hosted event at Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley. The book tells the story of Helena, a veterinarian who died and haunts the life she leaves behind.
(201) 391-0801
