She wrote speeches for the Obamas. Then she realized she didn't know her own story. Award-winning author Sarah Hurwitz ("As a Jew") joins Rabbi Julie Roth for a candid conversation about rediscovering Judaism as an adult and why its intellectual depth and moral clarity feel strikingly relevant to modern life. From finding meaning in a […]
JFEDGMW Board of Trustees Meeting Questions? Contact Jill Pascol at [email protected].
Join us for a Monday Evening Hangout hosted by and for LGBTQ+ Jewish youth ages 13-18. Discussions, games, and more await!
Registration is closed. Be part of fighting hunger locally! Volunteer at a Union County food pantry and play a hands-on role in helping stock, pack, and distribute kosher food packages to individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community.
NCJW/Essex's Annual Card Party will take place on April 28, 2026 at Crestmount Coutry Club in West Orange, NJ. Enjoy a day playing mahjongg, canasta and bridge while also shopping with our many vendors.
Join the NCJW/Essex's Annual Card PArty that features games of canasta, mah jongg and bridge. This will be a catered event along with shopping from local vendors.
The Hospital Safety Guide contains tools and information to help prepare for and navigate a hospital visit.
Registration is closed. Community teens are invited to visit a local college Hillel to get an inside look at Jewish life on campus. They’ll meet student leaders, learn how Hillel builds community, and explore what Jewish engagement can look like in a college setting. Together, participants will create and pack “College Shabbat Starter Kits,” which […]
Registration is closed. As we approach the end of the 2025-26 year, we invite all synagogue presidents to join us for a meeting to reflect on the past year, share experiences, and learn from one another. This is a great opportunity to collaborate and start planning for the year ahead. Please bring incoming presidents if […]
Parent and Baby Pilates - Bond and Breathe at Temple B'nai Abraham, Livingston Ages birth - 13 months Wednesdays, 9:45 am - 10:30 am $25 per drop - in class or $125 for the full series A gentle parent - and baby Pilates class with Luisa that strengthens the body while creating space to breathe. […]
Bubbles, Music, and New Friends — What Could Be More Fun? Our Little Lions (Caregiver and Me classes) return to Gottesman RTW Academy on September 10 with a special bubble show! Join us every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for music, time in our indoor climber and play space, playing on our brand-new outdoor […]
Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze, chat, ask questions, and hear topics of interest!
Raphael, a master of High Renaissance harmony and beauty, shaped our understanding of artistic perfection. This presentation previews the Met’s 2026 exhibition of over 200 works, illuminating his creative process and vision. About the speaker: Janet Mandel retired after teaching for 32 years in the New Jersey public schools. She now presents illustrated lectures on […]
Join Friendship Circle for an incredible evening of inspiration, celebration, and tribute to our wonderful honorees.
Monthly Board meeting
Thursday, April 30, 8:30am – 4:30pm $65 per person, Member $80 per person, Non-Member Includes a self-guided reservation to the Exhibition and Coach Bus Transportation. It does not include lunch. Please bring your own headphones or ear buds, along with a smart phone. To register contact Michele Bernstein at 973-530-3447 • [email protected] or Jelena Skrodzki […]
This is the first comprehensive U.S. Raphael exhibition. It is featuring over 200 masterpieces and rare works, illuminating his extraordinary creativity and poetic brilliance that has captivated generations. Schedule 8:30am – Leave for the museum from JCC MetroWest 10:30am – Tour the museum on your own 11:30am – Begin lining up for the Exhibition 1pm […]
Meet other moms and caregivers while your toddler learns and explores! Themes will include Jewish holidays and culture.
