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Thursday, March 12

Congregation Beth Shalom. Jewish reggae and world music with the Israeli reggae group Aharit HaYamim, coming to Red Bank straight from Long Beach, Calif. Light refreshments. 186 Maple Ave., RED BANK. 7:30 p.m. In advance: $15. At door: $20. Information, Rabbi Shapiro at (732) 741-1657 or redbankrabbi@yahoo.com.

Friday, March 13

Congregation Beth-El. Authentic Israeli Dinner. 91 Jefferson Blvd., EDISON. Adults/$12. Children (5-13)/$5. RSVP by March 9 to Judy Mansbach, (732) 248-0897.

Congregation Neve Shalom. Scholar in Residence Gary Rendsburg. Dinner followed by services and topic, "The Exodus Account in light of Egyptian Literary and Magical Texts." 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 6:45 p.m. Reservations for dinner required, $16. Information, Hazzan Levin, (732) 548-2238 ext. 14.

Temple Emanu-El. Shabbat Alive. Joyful evening of music and song to welcome the Shabbat. 100 James St., EDISON. 7 p.m. Information, Liss (732) 369-327 and Jewell S. Hirschorn (732) 549-4442.

Adath Israel Congregation. Shabbat service focusing on the Jewish community of Kurdish Iraq. The interactive presentation will take place after Shabbat services during the Oneg Shabbat when Ayalah Sabar Varadi will offer family reflections, "Through my mother's eyes ... A Woman's Stories from Khourdistan." 1958 Lawrence Rd., LAWRENCEVILLE. 7:30 p.m. Information, (609) 896-4977.

Jewish Family Services of Hunterdon, Warren, and Somerset Counties. Job Seekers Support Group, "Financial Losses-Personal Gains: Staying Emotionally and Spiritually Healthy in Tough Economic Times," presented by Rabbi Robin Nafshi. 150-A West High St., SOMERVILLE. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Information, (908) 725-7799.

Saturday, March 14

Congregation Neve Shalom. Scholar in Residence Gary Rendsburg. D'var Torah, Shabbat luncheon and discussion, "Biblical scruples from its most Inscrutable book: Lessons from Leviticus." 250 Grove Ave. METUCHEN. 9:30 a.m. Information, Hazzan Levin, (732) 548-2238 ext. 14.

Adath Israel Congregation. Annual auction of fine art, sports memorabilia and sculptures. 1958 Lawrenceville Rd., (Route 206), LAWRENCEVILLE. 8:30 p.m. $8 per person, advance ticket purchase is preferred. For tickets and information, Cynthia Molino, (609) 896-4977 email cmolino@adathisraelnj.org or go to adathisraelnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Morning Service at 9 a.m. followed by the annual Torahthon. This event features a study period and lots of good eating, home made by our scholarly members. 100 James St., EDISON. Information, Liss (732) 369-327 and Jewell S. Hirschorn (732) 549-4442.

Temple Emanu-El. Simchat Shabbat worship service, an informal, intimate worship experience conducive to adults and families, followed by bagels and coffee. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 9-10:15 a.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Sha'arey Shalom. Wine tasting. With appetizer and desserts. 78 So. Springfield Ave., SPRINGFIELD. 8-11 p.m. $20 per person. RSVP by March 7. Information, (973) 379-5387.

East Brunswick Jewish Center. "Dancing with the Stars." Purim Gala honoring Sheryl and Mickey Kaufman with the 2009 lifetime Achievement Award. 511 Ryders Ln., EAST BRUNSWICK. 8:30 p.m. $80 per person. $200 Stargazer includes two admissions and well-wisher ad. Information, gala co-chairs, Doris and Steve Entin via the office (732) 257-7070.

The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center. Comedy Night with MC Doug Adler, featuring the comedy of Joe Larson, Chris Monty and Linda Belt. 775 Talamini Rd., BRIDGEWATER. 7:30 p.m. By March 1: $45. After March 1: $55. Includes snacks and dessert reception.Information and reservations, (908) 725-6994 ext. 20. The YM-YWHA of Union. Coffee House with Arlan Feiles. 501 Green Ln., UNION. 8:30 p.m. Members: $5. Nonmembers: $7. Information, (908) 289-8112.

Sunday, March 15

Bikur Cholim of Raritan Valley in conjunction with St. Peters University Hospital. Health Fair: Booths and exhibits for the entire family. Fire safety house, karate, bicycle registration, ambulance, balloon animals, and other exciting activities for children. Adults can learn about weight control, recognizing anxiety disorders, memory training, teen stress, ADHD, effective parenting strategies, basic first aid, and more. Rabbi Pesach Raymon Yeshiva, 2 Harrison St., EDISON. 1-5 p.m. Information Cindy Borell (732) 580-5055.

Congregation O'r Chadash. Dedication of the stained-glass windows in the Or Chadash sanctuary. Following the dedication is a light reception and fun art project for children to create their own stained glass window. 149 Foothill Rd., FLEMINGTON. 9:30-10:15 a.m. RSVP at (908) 806-2122.

Temple Emanu-El. Sisterhood Rummage Sale. 100 James St., EDISON. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Information, Liss (732) 369-327 and Jewell S. Hirschorn (732) 549-4442.

Temple Sha'arey Shalom. Mayor Corey Booker of Newark to speak on "Inclusion in America." Refreshments follow the presentation. 78 So. Springfield Ave., SPRINGFIELD. 12:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Information or reservations, (973) 379-5387 or office@shaarey.org.

Congregation Beth Israel. Blood drive. Congregation Beth Israel, 18 Shalom Way, SCOTCH PLAINS. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. information, (908) 889-1830.

The Jewish Theological Seminary. Cantor Murray E. Simon of the Jewish Center of Princeton will receive the Hazzan David J. Putterman Cantorial Leadership Award. 435 Nassau St., PRINCETON. $36 per person. Reservations required by March 5. Information or to RSVP, Rickey Goodman, director of JTS's Mid-Atlantic Region, (215) 376-0474.

The YM-YWHA of Union. Jewish Film, "The Band's Visit." 501 Green Ln., UNION. 1 p.m. $3 must reserve tickets. Information, (908) 289-8112.

Temple Beth O'r/ Beth Torah. Post-Purim Extravaganza. Dinner and entertainment by folk-rocker Laible ben Moshe and the TBOBT Art Players. 111 Valley Rd., CLARK. 5 p.m. Adults: $18. Children 13 and under: $10. RSVP, (732) 381-8403.

Monday, March 16

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. "Israel remembered," with Hadassah Aylat, who will share her experience of living in Israel for 30 years. Refreshments. Concordia Congregation, Concordia Shopping Center, MONROE. 1 p.m. Information, Thelma Miller (609) 655-8466.

Sisterhood of Neve Shalom. Passover Wine and Recipe Exchange. 250 Grove Ave. METUCHEN. 7 p.m. Information, Sandy Schwemer, (732) 548-7431.

The Alisa Chapter of Hadassah. Dr. Stephen Steinlight, senior policy analyst at the Center for Immigration Studies in Washington, will speak on immigration. Refreshments will be served. Jewish Center of Concordia, Perrineville Rd., Stop and Shop Shopping Center, MONROE. 7:15 p.m. Information, alfrbl4@earthlink.net.

Tuesday, March 17

Toms River Hadassah. "Herbal Medicine and the Jewish Perspective," with Rabbi Dancour. Congregation B'nai Israel, 1488 Old Freehold Rd., TOMS RIVER. 1 p.m. Information,Yvette (732) 255-7386.

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Cong. Anshe Emeth and the Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. Peter Stavrianidis of Venus Jewelers, GIA Graduate Gemologist and AGS Certified will present "The History of Jewelry from Antiquity to Modern Times." Door prizes and refreshments. South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 7:30 p.m. Information, Marilynrab@aol.com.

Congregation Ahavat Olam. "Jewish Life Since Israeli Statehood in 1948. History of Jews in America." Rabbi Michael Klein's adult education class, 10 week course. Continuation of fall program. Howell Campus, 106 Windeler Rd., HOWELL. 8-9 p.m. Members: $18. Non-members: $36. Information, Larry Kalb (732) 920-7503. Temple Beth Tikvah. Suzanne Mogolesko and her Magnificent Harp. 950 Preakness Ave., WAYNE. 1-3 p.m. Senior members: Free. All others: $5. Information, (973) 694-7478.

BUNWC Tri-County Chapter of the Brandeis National Committee. Member Donna Levinston will report on the safari that she and her husband took to Tanzania and Kenya. Robbinsville Branch of the Mercer County Library, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Rd., ROBBINSVILLE. 2 p.m. Information, (609) 298-4515.

Adath Israel Congregation. Hebrew College's Taste of Me'ah. An intensive adult Jewish learning experience, beginning its second two-year cycle this fall. This program, created at Boston's Hebrew College, approaches Jewish history and Jewish thought through an intelligent and sophisticated conversation with core texts. 1958 Lawrenceville Rd., LAWRENCEVILLE. 7 p.m. Registration, information, Jackie Goldberg, (646) 472-5390 or neregion@hebrewcollege.edu.

Wednesday, March 18

Moshe Aaron Yeshiva High School and Young Israel of East Brunswick. Pre-Pesach Extravaganza featuring Tabeez Clothing of Lakewood hats, kippot, Judaica, accessories, Seder table centerpieces, Pesach treats, raffles, and more. Young Israel of East Brunswick 193 Dunhams Corner Rd., EAST BRUNSWICK. 7-10 p.m. Information, info@mayhs.org

Thursday, March 19

Bat Shalom Hadassah of Jackson-Howell. Kosher Passover wine and cheese tasting (for ages 21+). Westlake Mews, South Cooksbridge Rd., JACKSON.7:30 p.m. $5 per person. Please call Myra Salz at (732) 928-9653. Temple Beth O'r/Beth Torah. Country Line Dancing for all levels with professional instructors. Leather soled shoes suggested. 111 Valley Rd., CLARK. 7:30-9 p.m. In advance: $5. At door: $6. Information, (732) 381-8403.

March 20-28

Temple Emanu-El. Jewish Book Fair. Includes pre-school, pre-teen, young adult, holiday cookbooks, adult books, planners and calendars. Fundraiser for the religious school. 100 James St., EDISON. 4-6 p.m. Information, Liss (732) 369-327 and Jewell S. Hirschorn (732) 549-4442.

Friday, March 20

Temple Emanu-El. Tot Shabbat for children up to age 6. March, sing, play games and create arts and crafts projects. 100 James St., EDISON. Tot Shabbat: 6 p.m. Evening service: 8 p.m. Information, Liss (732) 369-327 and Jewell S. Hirschorn (732) 549-4442.

Temple Emanu-El. Zimrat Shabbat (song of Shabbat). Third Friday of each month. Service that is uplifting, joyful, meaningful family service. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 7:45 p.m. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Jewish Center. Shabbat Across America. Services followed by dinner and discussion. 11 Cornell Ave., MONROE. 6:30 p.m. Adults: $20. Children 7-12: $9. Age 6 and under: Free. Information, (732) 251-1119.

Congregation Kehilat Shalom. Shabbat Across America. Interactive Friday night explanatory service and a potluck Shabbat dinner with all the rituals explained. Participants should bring candles for a community-wide Shabbat candle lighting. 253 Belle Mead-Griggstown Rd., BELLE MEAD. 6:30 p.m. To RSVP, please contact Robin Bengochea at (908) 359-0420, robin@kehilatshalomnj.org.

Congregation Poile Zedek. Shabbat Across America. Poile Zedek will host members of the Greater Raritan Valley Jewish community, both affiliated and non-affiliated Jews alike, to experience and rejoice in a traditional Shabbat service and festive meal. Led by Rabbi Abraham J. Mykoff, attendees enjoy an interactive Friday night explanatory service and a Shabbat meal with all the trimmings and rituals explained. Also join us for Shabbat morning services, 9 a.m. Hot Kiddush following services. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK (1 block from the Hyatt). 6:45 p.m. Free. Reservations, www.poilezedek.org or call (732) 545-6123. Please let us know in advance if you need accomodations nearby for the Sabbath.

Temple Beth Am. Shabbat Across America. Open to the wider Jewish community with a meal catered by Lox, Stock, and Deli. 111 Ave. B, BAYONNE. 6 p.m. $30 for adults, $15 for children 13 and under and free for ages 3 and under. Information, (201) 858-2020.

Saturday, March 21

Congregation Ohav Emeth. The Kosher Hypnotist, Ronnie Baras. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9 p.m. In advance: $10. At door: $15. Information, (732) 247-3038.

Temple Emanu-El. Israeli dance lessons. Learn dance steps that provide a link to our ancestors' traditions. Professional instructor Vera Galleid. 100 James St., EDISON. Shabbat B'Shir services at 10 a.m., followed by Israeli dancing at 11 a.m., then a light Israeli lunch at noon. Lunch: $7 adults; $4 children 3-13. RSVP required, (732) 549-4442.

Temple Har Shalom. Cocktails and Comedy. Entertainment, food and cocktails. 104 Mount Horeb Rd., WARREN. 7:30 p.m. In advance: $72/person or $136/couple. At door: $80/person. RSVP by March 13 and send all checks, payable to Mountain Top School, to the above address. Information, (732) 748-9800.

Sunday, March 22

Congregation Ahavas Achim. 120th Anniversary Dinner and Journal. Guests of Honor are Mindy and Seth Berman. A Special Recognition for Lifetime Achievement will be presented to Hannah and Dr. Abe Feigenbaum. 216 South 1st Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6 p.m. Ad blanks and jewel/yahrzeit forms can be found on www.ahavasachim.org, on the wooden rack in the Ahavas Achim lobby and in the Ahavas Achim office. Information, Rachel Weintraub, (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Ahavat Olam. Men's Club Program. Lakewood Campus, 1075 Forest Ave., LAKEWOOD. 10 a.m. Information, Larry Kalb (732) 920-7503.

The YM-YWHA of Union. Hela Young Memorial Program. Movie, "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." 11 a.m. Followed by community program. Speaker Susan Vromen, "Hidden Children of the Holocaust" 1:30 p.m. 501 Green Ln., UNION. Information, (908) 289-8112.

Temple Beth El. Fuzzy Slipper Crop. An all day scrap booking and stamping event. Technique demos, raffles, door prizes, snacks, and a catered dinner. 1489 Hamilton St., SOMERSET. 1-9 p.m. $35. Limited seating, reserve your tickets. Information, (732) 873-3325.

Temple Beth O'r/Beth Torah Sisterhood. Antiques Appraise-a-Thon with professional appraiser Alan G. Snyder. Lunch and snacks available. 111 Valley Rd., CLARK. 1 p.m. General admission: $5. Admission plus 1-2 items for appraisal: $10 (additional items $5 each). Cash only. Information, (732) 381-8403 or (908) 757-3674. Temple Beth-El. Passover dessert competition with specialty teas provided by Teaberry's of Flemington. More than 30 chefs have registered. 67 Rt., 206, HILLSBOROUGH. 4 p.m. $5 (a portion is donated to the JFS Kosher Food Bank). RSVP to Simona at bakerec@comcast.net or call (908) 369-7884.

Temple Har Shalom. College Fair. 104 Mt. Horeb Rd., WARREN. 2-4 p.m. Information, (732) 748-9800. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. HaZamir, the International Jewish High School Choir, a program of the Zamir Choral Foundation, founded and directed by Matthew Lazar, with 18 chapters across the U.S. and in Israel. Congregation Rodeph Shalom, 7 W. 83rd St., NEW YORK CITY. 6 p.m. Through March 5: $30. At door: $36. To order tickets, (212) 870-3339, or www.zamirfdn.org.

Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. Chug Ivrit (Hebrew speaking club) for intermediate to advanced speakers. Hornstein home, 701 S. 2nd Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 10 a.m. Free. Open to both men and women. Information, Rachel Weintraub, rachel@weintraubworld.net or (732) 819-9298.

Monday, March 23

Mamaloshen. Meeting moderated by Rabbi Michael Klein of Congregation Ahavat Achim. Discussion followed by refreshments. Manchester Civic Center, Rte., 37 and Colonial Dr., MANCHESTER. 1 p.m. Information, Julie (732) 323-8225 or Joe (732) 323 0090.

Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life at Rutgers. "The New Philo-Semitism: Israel, Islamophobia, and the Right Wing in Europe," with anthropology professor Matti Bunzl of the Program in Jewish Culture and Society at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Trayes Hall, Douglass Campus Center, 100 George St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 7:30 p.m. Free, but advance registration is requested. Information, jewishstudies.rutgers.edu. To RSVP, email csjlrsvp@rci.rutgers.edu or call (732) 932-2033.

Tuesday, March 24

Jewish Women International Union Chapter. "Bicentennial Memories of Union" with Michael R. Yesenko, retired supervisor of social studies for the Township of Union public schools. Refreshments. Burnett Middle School, Caldwell Ave., UNION. 8 p.m. (preceded by board meeting at 6 p.m.) Information, Rosalind Straus (908) 686-0791.

Wednesday, March 25

Solomon Schechter Day School of Raritan Valley. An evening with Mayor Ed Koch. Honoring Sharon and Robert Lipson and Shelly and Steven Talmud. Cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing. East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., EAST BRUNSWICK. 5:30 p.m. Main program: $60. VIP program: $180. Information, (732) 238-7971.

Thursday, March 26

Hadassah Young Woman of Raritan Valley. L'Dor V'Dor's Annual Passover Recipe Swap. Bring copies of your favorite Passover recipes. Private home in WOODBRIDGE. 7:30 p.m. RSVP by March 23. Information or to RSVP, Sharon at (732) 750-2977 or ywhadassahevents@yahoo.com.

Saturday, March 28

Temple Emanu-El. Simchat Shabbat worship service, an informal, intimate worship experience conducive to adults and families, followed by bagels and coffee. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 9-10:15 a.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

The JCC of Middlesex County and Congregation Neve Shalom Israel Awareness Committee. Israeli coffee house featuring the Middle Eastern sounds of acclaimed Israeli jazz pianist, Omer Klein. 1775 Oak Tree Rd, EDISON. 8:30-11:30 p.m. By March 25: $8. At door: $10. Information, (732) 494-3232 ext. 621.

Sunday, March 29

Family Concert Fund, Temple Shalom's Sisterhood and PTO. Beth Schafer in concert with Temple Shalom's youth and adult choirs. Beth is the cantorial leader of Temple Shir Shalom in Oviedo, Fla. Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Ln., ABERDEEN. 12 p.m. Tickets available in advance: $5 per child, $15 per adult. Call the temple office, (732) 566-2621 or email Margo Wolfson at biomusicmm@aol.com.

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. Central New Jersey Youth Choir Zimriyah. Come join our junior choir as they join with other choirs throughout central New Jersey. Featuring music, ruach, a reception, and dessert. 222 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 3 p.m. Information, (732) 545-6484.

Beth El Synagogue's Werner Lecture Fund. Chamber music concert with the Brunell String Quartet, alumnae of the Tanglewood Music Center. Members of the quartet have performed at the Kennedy Center, Ozawa Hall and Carnegie Hall. 50 Maple Stream Rd., EAST WINDSOR. 2 p.m. Free. RSVP to the synagogue office, (609) 443-4454.

Temple Sha'arey Shalom. Concert by Mama Doni (Doni Zasloff Thomas), a talented and hip mother of two young children whose progressive music brings an unexpected and playful twist to Jewish culture, humor, and traditions. 78 So. Springfield Ave., SPRINGFIELD. Tickets for the concert are $20 per family. Information, (973) 379-5387.

Temple Beth Or. "Oy Broad-vey,"

featuring Rabbi Royi Shaffin. accompanied by David Weintraub on the piano. Selections from Broadway, Yiddish theatre, Israel and the cantorial arts. Belle A. Fierstien Memorial Concert. 200 Van Zile Rd., BRICK. 4 p.m. $10 includes refreshments. Reservations encouraged. Information, (732) 458-4700 or www.templebethorbrick.org.

B'nai B'rith Ketubah Married Couples Unit (40+). Brunch. Colts Neck Inn, corner of Rte., 34 and 537, COLTS NECK. 11:30 a.m. $15.95 per person, plus tax and tip. Prospective members are welcome. RSVP by March 27 to Elaine, (908) 232-0062.

Monday, March 30

Congregation Beth-El. "Ladies Night Out" Bingo Party. Bring your own marker or purchase one at the door. Great prizes from local merchants. 91 Jefferson Blvd., EDISON. 6:15 p.m. $25 includes admission, a Chinese buffet dinner and bingo boards. RSVP by March 20 to Jody at (732) 991-6063 or Wendy at (732) 463-0672.

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Cong. Anshe Emeth. Annual Passover Workshop. Rabbis Eliot Malomet, Stephanie Dickstein and Mordy Schwartz will lead a panel discussion and teach multiple aspects and traditions of Passover and answer questions. South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. Call (732) 545-6482 for information.

Temple Emanu-El. Java and Judaism "koffee klatch" with Rabbi David Kalb. Discussion of current events of Jewish interest. Rockin' Joe Café, 20 Prospect St., WESTFIELD. 7:30 p.m. No fee. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Senior Adult Club of the JCC. Monthly trip to Showboat Casino in Atlantic City. Each registrant over the age of 21 will receive $25 coin and a $5 food voucher. Stop by the JCC reception desk to reserve your seat in advance. 1775 Oak Tree Rd., EDISON. 8:45 a.m. $26/person. Information, Sue Horwitz or Jody Mantel (732) 494-3232.

Tuesday, March 31

Congregation Neve Shalom. "Genetic Diseases," with Adele Schneider, M.D. director of Clinical Genetics, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia. Refreshments will be served. 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 7-9:30 p.m. Information, Sheila (732) 549-0533.

Wednesday, April 1

Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. Virtual tour of Hadassah College Jerusalem with Ellen Lyons, a national vice president of Hadassah and the national chair of Hadassah College Jerusalem. Lavish dessert reception. PRIVATE HOME. 7:30 pm. Reservations, information, Lila Schwartz SAVTALILA@OPTONLINE.NET or (732) 545-0258.

Friday, April 3

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. Education and entertainment seminar for adults 55 plus with Rabbi Daniel Fellman and Rabbi Eric Lankin. Kosher lunch. 222 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. By March 27: $8 per person. Information, Bonnie Schechter (732) 249-2012.

Sunday, April 5

Congregation B'nai Tikvah. Family concert.1001 Finnegan's Ln., NORTH BRUNSWICK. 4 p.m. Information, (732) 297-0696.

Thursday, April 9

Temple Beth Am Shalom. Second night Seder, catered by Fred and Murry's. 400 Carey St., Rt. 9, LAKEWOOD. 6 p.m. Adults: $35. 12 and under: $25. Limited seating. RSVP required by April 1. Reservations and information, (732) 363-2800.

Monday, April 13

Monroe Township Chapter Hadassah. Meeting. Guest speaker Ellyn Lyons, National Chair of Hadassah College of Jerusalem. Concordia Congregation, Concordia Shopping Center, MONROE. 7:30 p.m. Information, Thelma Miller, (609) 655-8466.

Monday, April 13

Jewish Historical Society of Central N.J. "Media Moguls: David Sarnoff.," with Harvey Hauptman. Part of The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series. Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Dr., MONROE. 10 a.m. Information, (732) 249-4894.

Wednesday, April 15

Alisa Chapter of Hadassah. Discussion on what comes naturally with aging, presented by Dr. Linda Korman, an internist in Middlesex County and an associate professor at UMDNJ. Jewish Center of Concordia in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center, Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 7:15 p.m. Information,alfrbl4@earthlink.net.

Saturday, April 18

Congregation Kol Am. Seventh anniversary dinner dance, honoring the Congregation Kol Am Choir. Dress code is casual attire (no jeans). Angelo's Restaurant, 806 Rte., 9 South, HOWELL. 7-11 p.m. $32.50. Register by March 28. Information, (732) 792-8000.

Saturday, April 18

Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties. Spring Fling Deli and Dance with live music, dancing, and food. Casual attire. 775 Talamini Rd., BRIDGEWATER. 7:30 p.m. $50/person. Information, (908) 725-7799.

Sunday, April 19

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. "The Rape of Europa" film of the systematic theft and deliberate destruction of Europe's art treasures during the Third Reich and World War II. Refreshments. 50 Maple Stream Rd., EAST WINDSOR. 7 p.m. Free. Information, (609) 443-4454.

Sunday, April 19

Makhelat Hamercaz Jewish Choir of Central N.J. Concert, including traditional and contemporary interpretations of Halleluyah, and compositions by Salomone Rossi, Stephen Glass, Gerald Cohen, and Shefa Gold. Care One Senior Care Center, 599 Cranbury Rd., EAST BRUNSWICK. 3 p.m. For more information, call (732) 548-2238, ext. 14 or log onto http://mercazchoir.org.

Wednesday, April 22

Congregation Beth Israel. "Eighteen Faces of Revelation," with Rabbi Charles R. Lightner. Each question will be have answers from traditional conservative, and liberal communities. 18 Shalom Way, SCOTCH PLAINS. 7:30 p.m. Information, (908) 889-1830 ext. 220.

Wednesday, April 22

Jewish Historical Society of Central N.J. "Media Moguls: David Sarnoff," with Harvey Hauptman. Part of The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 10:30 a.m. Information, (732) 249-4894.

Thursday, April 23

Hadassah Young Woman of Raritan Valley, L'Dor V'Dor. Celebrating Yom Ha'Atzmaut by reading "Someone to Run With," by David Grossman. Panera's, 871 Rte., 1 South, NORTH BRUNSWICK. 7:30 p.m. Couvert, members: $3. Nonmembers: $7. Information or to RSVP (by April 7), Jennifer, (732) 940-2442 or ywhadassahevents@yahoo.com.

Saturday, April 25

The EBJC Youth Commission. Grease. 511 Ryders Ln., EAST BRUNSWICK. 9 p.m. $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and children under 13. Information, (732) 257-7070.

Sunday, April 26

The EBJC Youth Commission. Grease. 511 Ryders Ln., EAST BRUNSWICK. 3 p.m. $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and children under 13. Information, (732) 257-7070.

Monday, April 27

Temple B'nai Shalom. "Encounter Point" film follows a former Israeli settler, a Palestinian ex-prisoner, a bereaved Israeli mother, and a wounded Palestinian brother who risk their lives and public standing to promote a nonviolent end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Refreshments and post-film discussion. Fern and Old Stage Roads, EAST BRUNSWICK. 7:45 p.m. $5 or can of food for Middlesex County food drive. Information, debjs1@yahoo.com.