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Friday, Aug. 21

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Oneg Shabbat services. Concordia Clubhouse in MONROE with Kiddush sponsored by National Council of Jewish Women. 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 23

Monroe Township Holocaust Survivors. Annual Gala for Disabled Israeli War Veterans. Entertainment provided by Freddie Roman and David Katz. Morasco performing Arts Center Monroe Township High School, 1629 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 7 p.m. $25. Checks to Monroe Township Holocaust Survivors. Greenbriar-Whittingham residents place checks in lockbox #16 in the Greenbriar Town Center or mail to P.O. Box 6015, Monroe, N.J. 08831. Information, Doris, (609) 655-0622 or Carl (609) 409-0808. Entire proceeds will be donated to disabled Israeli war veterans.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. Pirke Avot Study with Rabbi Miller. Rabbi Miller will lead studies and discussion of texts from Pirke Avot (Ethics of Fathers). This collection of rabbinic literature will challenge, inspire, and encourage us to examine the meaning of our lives. 222 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK.

Thursday, Aug. 27

Monroe Township Hadassah. Gala Fashion Show and Dessert Party. Sponsored by Bon Worth Sportswear. Cranbury Care Center, Applegarth Road, MONROE. 1:30 p.m. $10 donation to benefit Hadassah Medical Organization. Seating is limited. Members only. Please make a reservation with Carol at (609) 860-1683 or Anita P. at (609) 860-1609.

Friday, Aug. 28

Chabad House of Holmdel and Colts Neck. Shabbat of Unity. As the Jewish New year is about to begin, and people desire to have a greater appreciation of the High Holiday period and its significance, Chabad House offers a complete Shabbaton experience with traditional delicious Shabbat foods and a featured speaker. Colts Neck Inn, 6 Route 537 west, COLTS NECK. 6:45 p.m. $25/person and $10/child. Information, Rabbi Ephi Carlebach, (732) 685-8028 or www.chabadholmdel.com.

Congregation Beth Mordecai. Shabbat by the Sea. Enjoy the beautiful weather as we pray together. Shabbat dinner to follow. Meet at Bayview Park, at the corner of Water and Market Strs. in PERTH AMBOY. $8 per person (pizza and Israeli food). RSVP to Susan at (732) 442-1373 or susan@bethmordecai.org.

Sunday, Aug. 30

Temple Beth Or. Open house "Fun Sunday." Temple Beth Or is a warm Conservative congregation welcoming the community to an afternoon of barbecue, games, relay races, treasure hunting, and more. 200 Van Zile Rd., BRICK. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact: (732) 458-4700.

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Men's Club Breakfast. Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Twp., 1600 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 9:30 a.m. with program at 10 a.m.

Temple Beth O'r/Beth Torah. BBQ for prospective and current members. Enjoy good food and good fellowship with our members, our Sisterhood, and our Men's Club. 117 John St., CLARK (park in the Temple lot). 4 p.m. Information, (732) 381-8403.

Temple Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains. Prospective member meet-and-greet. Members, leaders, and clergy will be available to chat and answer questions. Children are welcome! 4:30 p.m. For location and directions, please RSVP to (908) 889-4900 or sholom@sholomnj.org.

Monday, Aug. 31

Sisterhood of Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Twp. Paid-up luncheon with Klezmer music. 1600 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 2

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. "Preparing for the holidays: The Art of Forgiveness," presented by psychotherapists Dr. William Weiner and Dr. Marcella Bakur Weiner. Perrineville and Prospect Plains Rds., CONCORDIA. 7:30 p.m. Contact: (609) 395-1952.

Sunday, Sept. 6

Regency Jewish Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. "Labor of Love Day." Free Gourmet Glatt Kosher BBQ. For anyone caring for a senior at home, enjoy live entertainment, games, prizes, expert senior care advice, and more. 380 DeMott Ln., SOMERSET. 12-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 The Barron Arts Center. Reading by Anna Evans, a former president of the Burlington County Poets, and a founder member of Quick And Dirty Poets. 582 Rahway Ave., WOODBRIDGE. 8 p.m. Free. Information, (732) 634-0413 or www.poetswednesday.cjb.net.

Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life. Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life. Terrorists, Tyrants, Tycoons and Theocrats: American Challenges in the Middle East. Lecture by Daniel C. Kurtzer, former United States Ambassador to Israel and Egypt and the S. Daniel Abraham Chair in Middle East Policy Studies, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Princeton University. Rutgers Student Center, Multipurpose Room, 126 College Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit jewishstudies.rutgers.edu. To RSVP, email csjlrsvp@rci.rutgers.edu or call (732) 932-2033.

Jewish Family Service. "The Top 10 Things Employers are Looking For," presented by Allan Weisberg, VP of Human Resources, Bracco Diagnostics, Inc. Job seekers who are unemployed, underemployed, or seeking a career change. 150-A West High St., SOMERVILLE. 7-9 p.m. Free of charge. To register, contact Elise Prezant at (908) 725-7799.

The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Ohr. General Membership meeting. Featuring an evening of fun learning the art of origami. Route 516, OLD BRIDGE. 7:30 p.m. For further information, contact Heidi Rogol at (732)-238-8559.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "The Definition of Success," the first of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Thursday, Sept. 10

B'nai Shalom. ParnasaFest. A networking event that brings together recruiters, hiring managers and individuals from various career fields to schmooze and mingle with attendees. This is not a job fair, but a Jewish community networking opportunity for people to help one another, share information, and create positive exchanges. No resumes are required. The dress code is business casual. B'nai Shalom Congregation, Fern Rd. and Old Stage Rd., EAST BRUNSWICK. Information, Lisa Fiore, (732) 777-1940, ext 1124. To register, visit: http://www.parnasafest.org/cities/new-jersey/.

Saturday, Sept. 12

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. Tzedakah as a means of repentance. Join Rabbi Miller, Rabbi Epstein, Cantor Ott, Adriann Sax, Lee Livingston, Judith Brugis, Marc Rothstein, and Helene Goldberg to discuss tzedakah as a means of repentance. 22 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 8:30 p.m., no cost and open to the public. Information, (732) 545-6484.

Temple Beth Tikvah. Selichot Study Program. Viewing and discussion of the film "Praying with Lior" followed at 10 p.m. by a Havdalah and Selichot worship service led by Rabbi Stephen Wylen and Cantor Charles Romalis. 950 Preakness Ave., WAYNE. 7:30 p.m. For additional information about Temple Beth Tikvah's Selichot program, contact Janet Shapiro at (973) 694-2580 or at pretzel728@gmail.com.

Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Twp. Selichot Program. Refreshments and Services. Film will be shown. We welcome newcomers to join our Synagogue. 1600 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 8 p.m.

Freehold Jewish Center Sisterhood. "New Year's Celebration." Open to the public, the event will feature music, hors d'oeurves, and desserts. The social will be followed by Slichot services led by Rabbi Kenneth Greene & Cantor David Katchen. 59 Broad St., FREEHOLD. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. $20 per person. For more information call (732) 462-0254 or email office@freeholdjc.org.

Congregation Beth Mordecai. Selichot program. Join us for a thoughtful, inspiring evening led by Rabbi Melinda Zalma. 224 High St., PERTH AMBOY. 8 p.m. RSVP to Susan at (732) 442-1373 or susan@bethmordecai.org.

Sunday, Sept. 13

String of Pearls. Open house. String of Pearls is a Reconstructionist congregation of more than 50 households in the Princeton area. Route 206 and Cherry Hill Rd., PRINCETON. 4-6 p.m. Contact: (609) 430-0025 or info@stringofpearlsweb.org.

Congregation B'nai Israel Hazak. 7th season opening program featuring "Jeff and Joanna." Enjoy music and entertainment, followed by Elaine and David's September dessert. Campers, wear your Hazak t-shirts and designer jewelry. 1488 Old Freehold Rd., TOMS RIVER. Hazak members: free. Non-members: $10. 1 p.m. Contact: (732) 349-1244.

Manchester Hadassah. Visit to the Greek Synagogue. Kefilla Kedosha Janina is a Romanian synagogue in CHINATOWN on the east side of N.Y.C. $65 per person, all inclusive. To reserve a space, contact Shirley Spilke, (732) 657-8588, or Jackie Annunziato, (732) 408-9706.

Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. Chug Ivrit (Hebrew Club), meeting for intermediate to advanced Hebrew speakers to chat, read a short Hebrew story and article, and do a Hebrew crossword puzzle. Private HIGHLAND PARK area home. 11 a.m. For location and more information, contact Rachel Weintraub at (732) 819-9298 or rachel@weintraubworld.net.

I.L. Peretz Community Jewish School. Open House. K-7 school on Sunday mornings. Instruction in Hebrew, culture, social justice, song, and dance. An inclusive, diverse community for adults and teens. Rutgers Prep, 1345 Easton Ave., SOMERSET. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Information, (732) 545-9691 or www.ilperetz.org.

Monday, Sept. 14

Monroe Twp. Chapter of Hadassah. Screening of "Visions of Israel," a visual view of Israel, narrated by Itzhak Perlman. Please join us and bring a prospective member. Refreshments will be served. Concordia Congregation, MONROE. 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 15

BUNWC-Tri County Chapter of the Brandeis National Committee. "Is Religion Relevant Today?" The guest speaker is Rabbi Eric Wisnia of Temple Beth Chaim, West Windsor. ROBBINSVILLE Branch Library. Free. For more information call (609) 298-4515.

Wednesday, Sept. 16

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "The Pathway to Success," the 2nd of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Friday, Sept. 18

Temple Micah. Rosh Hashanah services. Rosh Hashana evening services begin at 8 p.m. on Friday followed by a congregational Oneg Shabbat. Morning services begin at 10 a.m. Sept. 19. Family Service for parents and children of all ages will be held at 1 p.m. Temple Micah holds services at the Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main St. (Route 206), LAWRENCEVILLE. Infomation, www.Temple-Micah.org or (609) 921-1128.

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Rosh Hashana services. 7:30 p.m., children's services at 1 p.m. For more information, call (732) 251-1119.

Chabad of Monroe. Rosh Hashana. At Monroe Twp. High School Gymnasium, 1629 Perrinneville Rd. 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP: (732) 656-1616 or email rabbi@chabadmonroe.org.

Saturday, Sept. 19

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Rosh Hashana services. 9:30 a.m., children's services at 1 p.m. For more information, call (732)-251-1119.

Chabad of Monroe. Rosh Hashana. At Monroe Twp. High School Gymnasium 1629 Perrinneville Rd. 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP: (732)-656-1616 or email rabbi@chabadmonroe.org.

Sunday, Sept. 20

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Rosh Hashana services. 9:30 a.m., Tashlich at the Lake at 1 p.m. For information, call (732) 251-1119.

Chabad of Monroe. Rosh Hashana. At Monroe Twp. High School Gymnasium, 1629 Perrinneville Rd. 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP: (732) 656-1616 or email rabbi@chabadmonroe.org.

Monday, Sept. 22

Toms River Hadassah. Ernest Mathias speaks of his experiences and shows video of "The Last Refuge," about the Jews that emigrated to Shanghai China to avoid Nazi persecution. Congregation B'nai Israel, 1488 Old Freehold Rd., TOMS RIVER. 7:30 p.m. All welcome. Information, call Yvette at (732) 255-7386.

Wednesday, Sept. 23

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Discipline," the 3rd of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Sunday, Sept. 27

Temple Micah. Yom Kippur services. Kol Nidre services begin at 8 p.m. on Sunday. Morning services begin at 10 a.m. Sept. 28, followed by a Memorial (Yiskor) service at 12:30 p.m. Between services, an informal discussion group will be held beginning at 3 p.m. Family services begin at 4:15 p.m. and concluding services (followed by break fast) begin at 5:15 p.m. Temple Micah holds services at the Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main St. (Route 206), LAWRENCEVILLE. Information, www.Temple-Micah.org or (609) 921-1128.

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Kol Nidre services. 7 p.m. For more information call (609) 298-4515.

Chabad of Monroe. Yom Kippur. At Monroe Twp. High School Gymnasium, 1629 Perrinneville Rd. 6 p.m. Please RSVP: (732) 656-1616 or email rabbi@chabadmonroe.org.

Monday, Sept. 28

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Yom Kippur services. Morning services at 9:30 a.m., Yizkor at 1 p.m., children's services at 2 p.m., afternoon services at 4:30 p.m., N'ilah at 7 p.m., and Havdalah at sundown. For more information call (609) 298-4515.

Chabad of Monroe. Yom Kippur. At Monroe Twp. High School Gymnasium, 1629 Perrinneville Rd. 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP: (732) 656-1616 or email rabbi@chabadmonroe.org.

Wednesday, Sept. 30

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Peace of Mind," the 4th of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Tuesday, Oct. 6

Manchester Hadassah. Leisure Fair, Canasta Tournament. The rules will be distributed at the tournament and are clearly spelled out. This is co-ed, so don't dismiss your partners. $6. Information, sign-up: Jackie Annunziata, (732) 408-9706.

Wednesday, Oct. 7

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Happiness," the 5th of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 14

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "How to View Others," the 6th of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 21

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Manners," the 7th of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.

Sunday, Oct. 25

Monroe Twp. Chapter of Hadassah. Progressive Dinner. $25 per person. Reservations, Maxine at (609) 395-8757.

Wednesday, Oct. 28

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Psychology in the Torah," the last of eight free lectures you'll never forget by Rabbi David Bassous in a series titled "The Secrets of Success." Registration required. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. To register or for more information, call Etz Ahaim at (732) 247-3839 or email info@etzahaim.org.