Solidarity Mission to Israel

Community leaders from across Greater MetroWest NJ* are invited to participate our next Solidarity Mission to Israel. During this 3-day mission, we will stand in solidarity, bear witness, and provide […]

What Led to the Recent War Between Israel and Hamas

A presentation by Palestinian human rights activist Bassem Eid. Sponsored by Stand with Us, Israeli American Council, and Hillel of Greater MetroWest NJ. Address will be provided upon registration. Questions? Contact Rebekah Adelson at [email protected].

Centennial Shabbat

Celebrate 100 years of Federation by participating in one of the many Community Shabbat programs across Greater MetroWest NJ.

Experience Elizabeth Shabbaton (JEC Elmora Ave Shul)

JEC Elmora Avenue Shul 330 Elmora Ave, Elizabeth, NJ, United States

Come see what we're all about at our Elizabeth Shabbaton. Join us for exciting Shabbat programming, including prayers on Shabbat evening, morning, and afternoon, an Oneg Shabbat, a sumptuous kiddush. Meet families who have made Elizabeth their home. For more info or to sign up: WhatsApp: (347) 733-6813 or email here.

Bring in the Light Centennial Shabbat

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

Early Childhood Shabbat program 9:15 am with song, dance and ritual- 250 children and their teachers, parents/grandparents will be invited to attend. All who enter the building on Feb 2nd from 9-6 will be greeted personally at the door by a JCC professional or Board Member and be invited to participate in Centennial Shabbat by […]

Free

Preschool Family Shabbat Program

Congregation Beth El 222 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ, United States

Shabbat dinner for young families with craft rotations related to the Torah portion that week.

Free

Together for Shabbat

JSDD Cooperman Family Campus 310 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ, United States

Together for Shabbat is a special community supper made possible through a grant from the Centennial Shabbat Committee and our Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest N.J This beautiful gathering will take place on Friday, February 2, 2024 from 5 to 7pm and is intended to celebrate the Centennial anniversary of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest. […]

Preschool Family Shabbat Sha-Bubble Party!

Congregation Beth El 222 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ, United States

Our preschool families will join together for blessings, dinner and a bubble party in celebration of Shabbat.

Free

Intergenerational Centennial Shabbat Experience

Temple Emanu-El of Westfield 756 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ, United States

We hope to celebrate Centennial Shabbat in an intergenerational way bringing all ages of our synagogue community together to experience Shabbat and learn about our Federation's history. We plan on starting with a special Tot Shabbat service with extra instruments and music. After Tot Shabbat there will be a festive pre-oneg. After our pre-oneg, we […]

Free

Shabbat Across GOA

Golda Och Academy

We are so excited to partner Shabbat Across GOA with the GMW Centennial Shabbat. GOA families will sign up to be a host family or a guest family and will be matched to enjoy a Shabbat meal together at the host family's home. This is an annual program our community does and we very excited […]

Free

GPATS Shabbaton

Congregation Anshe Chesed 1000 Orchard Terrace, Linden, NJ, United States

Candle Lighting at 4:57pm  

Free

Shabbat B’Yachad

Maplewood Jewish Center 113 Parker Ave, Maplewood, NJ, United States

Shabbat Dinner with Speaker and babysitters.

Free

Magical Shabbat Dinner

Congregation Ohr Torah 270 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange

Community Shabbat Dinner with visiting magicians

Free

Celebrating our Diverse Community

Oheb Shalom Congregation 170 Scotland Rd, South Orange, NJ, United States

The evening begins with a Young Family Dinner at 5 p.m., then our Shabbat Service at 6 p.m., followed by our regular Shabbat Dinner at 7 p.m., which will highlight both the Centennial Shabbat and Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM). The WAE Center has graciously agreed to bring their art to Oheb Shalom […]

Free

Disney Style Family Shabbat

Come dressed in your favorite Disney costume Tot Shabbat Service - 5:15pm Shabbat Dinner - 6:00pm Family Shabbat Service - 7:00pm