Update from Israel

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Join us for a 30-minute start to your week with an update from the ground in our partner communities in Israel with Federation CEO Dov Ben-Shimon, Director of Global Connections Michal Zur, based in Israel, as well as our current Community Shaliach Tamar Reshef and Maya Lior.

Oheb Shalom Purim Festival

Oheb Shalom Synagogue 170 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ, United States

5:15pm - Interactive Musical StoryTime for children from pre-K to 2nd grade, led by Cantor Kissner 5:45pm - Purim Carnival with bouncy house, games, costume parade, temporary tattoos and tons of carnival food! 7pm - The Megillah Magical Mystery Box: a creative yet traditional megillah reading with live translation, props, and other Purim mystery magic […]

Free

Adath Shalom’s Purim Celebration

Adath Shalom 841 Mountain Way, Morris Plains, NJ, United States

Adath Shalom's Purim Celebration 6:00 PM: Congregational Pizza Dinner 6:30 PM: Family Megillah Reading 7:15 PM: Purim Costume Parade and Shpiel Children of all ages: wear your funniest costumes! 7:30 PM: Hamantaschen 8:00 PM: Traditional Reading/Break-Fast FREE BUT MUST REGISTER BELOW - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Click link below to register to attend: https://www.adathshalom.net/event/megillah-reading-.html

Free

Bnai Keshet: Adult Purim Celebration

B’nai Keshet

Join Bnai Keshet Reconstructionist Synagogue for a joyous and silly celebration of Purim, featuring Megillah Reading The Great Hamantaschen vs Latke Debate Pizza Beer from Four City Brewery Come in Costume (or not). You don't want to miss this one! Warning: Laughter is extremely likely. Bnai Keshet is an inclusive, welcoming, dynamic, progressive congregation and […]

Free

CBI: BR – Festive Megillah Reading

Congregation B'nai Israel 40 Whitenack Road, Basking Ridge, NJ, United States

Join us Purim night for merrymaking, Megillah reading, wine, hamantashen & other treats! The best time west of Shushan! Bring a friend, we’ll supply the groggers!

CBI: Millburn: Purim Family Concert with Rory Michelle Sullivan

Congregation B'nai Israel - Millburn 160 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ

Let's pump up the volume this Purim with a playful, energetic and soulful sing-along with acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Rory Michelle! Pizza Party following Concert

Free

Oheb Shalom: Sun Love Yoga

Oheb Shalom Synagogue 170 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ, United States

Baby yoga class where breathwork is intertwined with age-appropriate songs, Storytime and simple stretches. Meant for children aged 18 months-2 years old and their caregivers.

$15

JCC Central: Mah Jongg for Beginners and Advanced Beginners – In Person!

JCC of Central NJ in Scotch Plains 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ, United States

Learn this ancient game played by millions today! Perfect for those who want to learn or brush up on their skills. Pre-registration required. Price: $70, Member Price: $55 Contact: Randi Zucker: rzucker@jccnj.org

Event Series Teen Mitzvah Mania

Krafts and Kookies for Kids

Elizabeth Coalition 118 Division St, Elizabeth, NJ, United States

Mitzvah Mania offers service opportunities for teens in grades 7 to 12, incorporating Jewish learning into volunteer work. These one-time volunteer projects are a perfect opportunity to help our community, without making any large commitments. Meet us at the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless where we will make crafts, play games, and decorate cookies with underprivileged children.