Ghosts of a Holy War, Journalist and Author, Yardena Schwartz, in Conversation with Rabbi Matthew D. Gewirtz When a family in Memphis, Tennessee, discovers a box of century-old letters in their attic, a journey begins: not only to learn about the young man who wrote the letters from the holy city of Hebron in British […]
Join us on Sunday, October 4, from 12:30–2:30pm, for lunch followed by the music of Kosher Jazz. The Kosher Jazz Trio, led by Audrey on clarinet, flute, and saxophone, along with Bob on guitar and vocals and James on keyboards and rhythms, will dish out exciting renditions of traditional klezmer, Israeli favorites, Yiddish swing, and […]
The Union Y Community Lunch Program, sponsored by the Union County Division on Aging, provides nutritious kosher lunches for adults ages 60+ in a warm, welcoming environment that encourages friendship, socialization, and community connection. Program Details: Lunch is served every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Serving time: 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Participants are welcome to […]
Women's Health & Hormones Workshop. Join Dee Pentyala, Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Wellness Practitioner, for an immersive, hands-on workshop exploring hormones—including estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and thyroid—in simple, everyday language. Through guided discussion and interactive exercises, you’ll gain a better understanding of your body and leave with practical, actionable tips for food, movement, stress, and sleep […]
CKids After School · Chabad of Union County Enrichment Programs A series of workshops that integrates Jewish heritage with STEM, art, cooking, and other hands-on activities. Interactive and engaging, they teach life skills and build positive character.
Save the date of October 6, 2026 for the Jewish Community Housing Corporation’s Gala honoring the 25th Anniversary of Lester Senior Living! Details to come, including sponsorship opportunities, exciting program elements, tickets, and more!
Summer Caregiver & Me Meetups – Weekly Summer Fun! ☀️💦 Join us for weekly summer fun at GRTWA! Bring your child (ages 0–4) dressed in their bathing suit and ready to splash in our GRTWA Splash Pad. Children will enjoy: 💦 Water play activities 🎨 Crafts 🛝 Playground fun 👨👩👧👦 Time to connect with other […]
The Union Y Community Lunch Program, sponsored by the Union County Division on Aging, provides nutritious kosher lunches for adults ages 60+ in a warm, welcoming environment that encourages friendship, socialization, and community connection. Program Details: Lunch is served every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Serving time: 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Participants are welcome to […]
Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze, chat, ask questions, and hear topics of interest!
Daniella Gefen, Shlicha for the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, will be providing the Israel Update as well as coordinating an October 7 commemoration. She was born in Jerusalem to parents who immigrated from England and Iran. A former IDF educator and licensed clinical social worker, she has dedicated her career to Israel education […]
CKids After School · Chabad of Union County Enrichment Programs A series of workshops that integrates Jewish heritage with STEM, art, cooking, and other hands-on activities. Interactive and engaging, they teach life skills and build positive character.
Registration opening soon! The Federation is partnering with the JCC and seven Union County synagogues to host a community-wide October 7 Commemoration in Union County. The event will center on a musical performance by Buds of Comfort, an Israeli trio from communities affected by October 7, using music to tell stories of resilience and healing […]
Meet other moms and caregivers while your toddler learns and explores! Themes will include Jewish holidays and culture.
Tovah advocates for the rights of human trafficking survivors and works to prevent exploitation. Now, you can support these efforts in a hands-on way by donating much-needed supplies to Covenant House New Jersey and joining us for Pack with Purpose in support of human trafficking survivors and young people experiencing homelessness. Covenant House provides immediate […]
The Union Y Community Lunch Program, sponsored by the Union County Division on Aging, provides nutritious kosher lunches for adults ages 60+ in a warm, welcoming environment that encourages friendship, socialization, and community connection. Program Details: Lunch is served every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Serving time: 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Participants are welcome to […]
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, join the Holocaust Resource Center, Human Rights Institute, and Council on Global Education and Citizenship for a virtual three-part presentation series: World Without Genocide. Explore memory, justice, and human rights across Latin America with Dr. Ellen J. Kennedy. The presentation series will be held via Zoom. For more information, […]
Join the community as we gather together to commemorate October 7, featuring Buds of Comfort, Nitzanei Nechama, and sharing music and stories of healing and resilience from communities affected by October 7. The trio - Stav Shoham, Yaniv Paskal, and Ori Keren - uses music as a powerful tool for healing. Their original songs reflect […]
Discover Golda Och Academy's Upper School (Grades 6–12)! Join us for our Upper School Open House on Friday, October 9, 2026, to experience our vibrant community, meet faculty and students, tour our campus, and learn how GOA's rigorous academics, joyful Jewish life, and exceptional opportunities prepare students to thrive in high school, college, and beyond. […]
Join us for a fun, engaging and welcoming Jewish moment with friends- Shabbat Shapers is for young children (pre-school) and a caregiver. Come by for weekly songs, stories, crafts, snacks as we welcome Shabbat!
Join Temple Har Shalom for an age appropriate monthly Tot Shabbat service filled with music, movement and PJ Library stories. Join us afterwards for a child friendly pizza dinner and […]
Instructor: Ellen Berkowitz Israeli dancing is a great way to exercise, learn Hebrew, build self-confidence, and have fun with old and new friends. Join us at Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell, for weekly classes. All skill levels are welcome! Ananim (K-2nd Grade): Sundays: 11:30am-12:15pm Shemesh (3rd-5th Grades) Sundays: 12:15pm-1:15pm Kochavim (6th & 7th Grades) Sundays: 12:15pm-1:15pm […]
Welcoming & Inclusion Meet-Up! Does your family identify as interfaith or mixed heritage? Connect and meet other families over light refreshments before the main zoo event at 10:30 a.m and hear more about the Welcoming and Inclusion Initiative at Federation.
Join us for a favorite Greater MetroWest NJ tradition—a morning filled with family, friendship, and a little extra chai (life)! Family Fun Day is way more than just a day at the zoo. Explore the exhibits, enjoy live music, crafts, kid-friendly activities, plenty of snacks (and coffee!), and connect with other young families from across […]
Join us for the 5th Annual Montclair Pride rain or shine from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lackawanna Station in Montclair, New Jersey! Montclair Pride is more than a festival. It is a reflection of the values that define this community: inclusion, creativity, and the belief that everyone deserves to be seen and celebrated.
Hear from the candidates running for congress in district 7.
