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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Pride in Every Season: Summer
DESCRIPTION:Pride doesn’t run out when June ends! \nKeep the celebration going at a brand‑new gathering for LGBTQ+ Jews to meet\, connect\, and build community. Join us for an evening of great conversation\, shared stories\, and learn about the unique LGBTQ+ resonance of the Hebrew month of Av. \nWe’ll enjoy light bites\, mocktails\, and dessert! \nThis is a free event open to adults 18+ who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/lgbtq-pride-in-every-season-summer/
LOCATION:South Orange*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Welcoming & Inclusion":MAILTO:szucker@jfedgmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T193000
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SUMMARY:Challenge & Chill FREE Summer Pop-Up for Families
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mini taste of camp—close to home. Bring the family (kids ages 5–12\, plus siblings) for an hour of summer fun.\nBuild the ultimate sundae at our ice cream bar\, create camp-inspired crafts\, and conquer the ninja challenge course—plus games and surprises. \nCurious about sleepaway camp? Meet camps and the One Happy Camper team. Also stop by to meet the Young Family team from Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ to learn about great family programs and resources. \nLook for our other dates and locations – July 15 in Scotch Plains\, July 21 in Morristown and July 27 in Summit \nAdvance registration required to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/challenge-chill-free-summer-pop-up-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Short Hills*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T150000
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CREATED:20260622T191114Z
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SUMMARY:Security\, Frauds\, and Scams
DESCRIPTION:This presentation helps seniors spot and avoid common scams—phone\, email\, and social media—by exposing tactics like trust and urgency. Covers warning signs\, simple safeguards (verification steps\, family passwords)\, and emerging AI threats like voice cloning. \nThe session concludes with guidance on:\n> Staying safe online and on social media\n> What to do if you suspect or experience a scam\n> Who to contact for reporting and recovery (banks\, credit bureaus\, law enforcement\, FTC) \nThis program and dessert reception are sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ’s Next Chapter.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/security-frauds-and-scams/
LOCATION:West Orange*
CATEGORIES:55+,Federation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T183000
DTSTAMP:20260723T200255Z
CREATED:20260602T191735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T200255Z
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SUMMARY:Kosher Food Pantry Packing
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed.  \nVolunteer to organize\, pack and bag kosher food packages for community members in Essex County. \nAges 12+
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/motm-kosher-food-pantry-south-orange/
LOCATION:South Orange*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Volunteerism":MAILTO:jcarus@jfedgmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260911T125452Z
CREATED:20260601T162120Z
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SUMMARY:Challenge & Chill FREE Summer Pop-Up for Families
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mini taste of camp—close to home. Bring the family (kids ages 5–12\, plus siblings) for an hour of summer fun.\nBuild the ultimate sundae at our ice cream bar\, create camp-inspired crafts\, and conquer the ninja challenge course—plus games and surprises. \nCurious about sleepaway camp? Meet camps and the One Happy Camper team. Also stop by to meet the Young Family team from Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ to learn about great family programs and resources. \nLook for our other dates and locations – July 14 in Short Hills\, July 21 in Morristown\, and July 27 in Summit \nAdvance registration required to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/challenge-chill-free-summer-pop-up-for-families-3/
LOCATION:Scotch Plains*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
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CREATED:20260518T212542Z
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SUMMARY:Painting for Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed.  \nCome be part of Paint for Purpose\, where art\, inclusion\, and community come together for a greater cause. Volunteers will work alongside adults with disabilities to create cheerful artwork for pediatric hospitals\, helping bring comfort and smiles to young patients. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to connect\, create\, and give back in a meaningful way. \nAges 13+ 
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/mitzvah-of-the-moment-painting-for-purpose/
LOCATION:Livingston*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Volunteerism":MAILTO:jcarus@jfedgmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T193000
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CREATED:20260601T162405Z
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SUMMARY:Challenge & Chill FREE Summer Pop-Up for Families
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mini taste of camp—close to home. Bring the family (kids ages 5–12\, plus siblings) for an hour of summer fun.\nBuild the ultimate sundae at our ice cream bar\, create camp-inspired crafts\, and conquer the ninja challenge course—plus games and surprises. \nCurious about sleepaway camp? Meet camps and the One Happy Camper team. Also stop by to meet the Young Family team from Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ to learn about great family programs and resources. \nLook for our other dates and locations – July 14 in Short Hills\, July 15 in Scotch Plains\, and July 21 in Morristown. \nAdvance registration required to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/challenge-chill-free-summer-pop-up-for-families-5/
LOCATION:Summit*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260806T201620Z
CREATED:20260525T154029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T201620Z
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SUMMARY:Mitzvah\, Mahjong & Canasta
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Mahjong or Canasta skills and brighten a senior’s day through conversation\, community\, and fun.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/mitzvah-and-mahjong/
LOCATION:Whippany*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Volunteerism":MAILTO:jcarus@jfedgmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260616T160419Z
CREATED:20260601T172155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160419Z
UID:10019607-1785265200-1785270600@www.jfedgmw.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Program with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
DESCRIPTION:A free live program with Angela Buchdahl\, Senior Rabbi of Central Synagogue and NY TImes Bestselling Author of Heart of a Stranger: An Unlikely Rabbi’s Story of Faith\, Identity\, and Belonging. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Rabbi Amy Small\, member of Morristown Jewish Center Beit Yisrael and Rabbi Laurence Groffman of Temple Sholom of West Essex. Their discussion with Rabbi Buchdahl will be followed by a question and answer session.
URL:https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/in-person-program-with-rabbi-angela-buchdahl/
LOCATION:Whippany*
CATEGORIES:Federation Events
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