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Thursday, May 21

Monroe Township Inter-Community Council of Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County. Paul Shapiro's Ribs & Brisket Revue. Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Township, Concordia Shopping Center, 1600 Perinneville Rd., MONROE. 7 p.m. $10 per person for general seating and $18 per person for reserved seating. Information, tickets, JewishMiddlesex.org or (732) 432-7711 ext. 29.

Somerset Committee State of Israel Bonds. Buffet Reception Honoring Margit Feldman and Arthur Roswell. Guest Speaker Dr. Michael Bar-Zohar, former member of the Knesset, author, and current re search fellow at Emory University. The Martinsville Inn, 1801 Washington Valley Rd., MARTINSVILLE. 6:30 p.m. $70. Information, Richard Hirschhorn, (800) 752-5652.

Saturday, May 23

Temple Emanu-El. Simchat Shabbat worship service. Led by a rabbi and a song leader, this twice-a-month service offers an informal, intimate worship experience conducive to adults and families, followed by bagels and coffee. Those who wish are invited to remain after services for Torah study. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 9-10:15 a.m. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Shabbat Services saluting Veterans. Kiddush following services led by Cantor Pearlman. 1600 Perineville Rd., MONROE. 9 a.m. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Sunday, May 24

Achieving Change Through Torah. Kickoff event of the fourth year of the ACTT program, with speaker Rabbi BenTzion Shafier of The Shmuz, www.theshmuz.com. His topic will be on Bitachon. Congregation Ahavas Achim, 216 S. 1st Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. Information: (732) 993-5376.

Monday, May 25

Mamaloshen. Meeting. A recent event will be the subject and Rabbi Michael Klein will be the moderator. Refreshments will be served. Manchester Civic Center, Colonial Dr., and Rt. 37, MANCHESTER. 1 p.m. Information, Julie at (732) 323-8225 or Joe at (732) 323-0090.

Campus for Jewish Life. Jewish Family Fun Day. The Memorial Day event is sponsored by all the area synagogues, the Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County, and Hadassah. Music from NY Entertainment and Odessa Klezmer Band. Activities include face painters, moon bounce, drum circle and Israeli dance demonstrations. Kiosks to purchase food and ice cream will also be available, along with vendors and area non-profits information tables. 72 Dutch Rd., EAST BRUNSWICK. 12-6 p.m. Information, tri.synagogue@yahoo.com.

Tuesday, May 26

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Cong. Anshe Emeth. Jenny and Joseph Lieberman Lecture presented by Rabbi Yakov R. Hilsenrath. South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. No charge. Information, (732) 545-6482. Bris Avrohom of Old Bridge Women's Circle. Women only. Discover the beauty of flowers and design a floral bouquet under the guidance of a skilled florist. Enjoy dairy refreshments and learn about the holiday of Shavuos. 770 Madison Gardens, OLD BRIDGE. 7:30 p.m. Please RSVP to dinaba@optonline.net. Information, (732) 316-7600 or www.brisavrohom.org/oldbridge.

Congregation B'nai Tikvah over 50 group. Kim Hanley as Abigail Adams. Offered through the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the New Jersey Council of Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. 1001 Finnegans Ln., NORTH BRUNSWICK. 1:30 p.m. Information, Doris at (609) 860-1498 or (732) 745-1984.

Wednesday, May 27

The JCC of Western Monmouth County. Golf outing. Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd., LAKEWOOD. 12 p.m. Information, (732) 683-9300.

Alisa Chapter of Hadassah. A Book and Author Luncheon at Forsgate Country Club. The speaker will be Maggie Anton, author of Rashi's Daughters, Book 1 Joheved and Book 2 Miriam. There will be a book signing at 11:30 a.m. With luncheon at 12 p.m. Couvert is $40. Call Bunny at (732) 605-1068 for information or to sign up. Thursday, May 28

Temple Emanu-El. Celebrate Shavuot. There is a movie for the kids and Erev Shavuot services for the adults followed by a Torah study session on Jewish Business Ethics or Talking with Your Children or Grandchildren about God and Judaism. 6:45 p.m. At 8:15 everyone gathers under the chuppah for a closing ritual commemorating everyone standing together at Sinai. The program ends at 8:30 p.m. All are invited. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. There is no fee. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Congregation Beth Mordecai. Celebrate Shavuot. Discussion, study, worship and dairy dessert will take place at Rabbi Zalma's home in PERTH AMBOY. 7:30 p.m. Please call our office for directions, (732) 442-1373. Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Shavuot Services. Followed by Torah Study group with Jonathan Schwartz. Topic: "Book of Jonah." Also Honoring Harry Weiss and Kopel Levit. Services led by Cantor Pearlman. 1600 Perineville Rd., MONROE. 7:30 p.m. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Congregation B'nai Israel. The 2,000 year old history of Moroccan Jewry, with Andree Aelion Brooks who, for 18 years, was a contributing columnist and news writer for The New York Times and author of two Jewish histories. 171 Ridge Rd., RUMSON. 8 p.m. Information, Allison Newfeld, (732) 842-1800 ext. 202 or Allison@cbirumson.org.

Friday, May 29

Chabad Jewish Center of Monroe. Shavuot Dairy Luncheon. Hear the 10 commandments for the 3,321st time at 9:30 a.m. Followed by a grand dairy Luncheon at 12 p.m. Ice cream party for children 5:30 p.m. 261 Gravel Hill Rd, MONROE. Information, (732) 656-1616.

Bris Avrohom of Old Bridge. Ice Cream Party for the community to celebrate the holiday of Shavuos. Come hear the Ten Commandments, make your own Ice Cream Sundae and enjoy dairy refreshments. 770 Madison Gardens, OLD BRIDGE. 6:30 p.m. For more information call (732) 316-7600 or go to www.brisavrohom.org/oldbridge.

Congregation Ohav Emeth and Chabad House Lubavitch at Rutgers University. Jewish Children's Torah Rally celebrating the Jewish holiday of Shavuot, the receiving of the Torah. Hear the Ten Commandments. Ice cream (dairy and parve) and cheesecake Kiddush party. Yom Tov stories, songs, jugglers. Ohav Emeth, 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 4 p.m. Free. Information, (732) 296-1800.

Saturday, May 30

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Gala Shabbat Shavuout Kiddush and shul fundraiser. 216 S. 1st Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. The kiddush is directly after services. All those who learn and/or sponsor will be recognized in a commemorative brochure. Donation categories: The House That Ruth and Naomi Built, $250; Death by Cheesecake, $180; Lactose Overload, $100; Don't Have a Cow, $50; The Milky Way, $25. Make checks payable to Congregation Ahavas Achim, and note that your donation is for the Shabbat Shavuot Kiddush (note on check if you prefer anonymity). Information, Josh Fine joshua.fine@aig.com or (732) 448-0057.

Sunday, May 31

Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Mercer County. Music for Meals concert by community cantors to benefit Kosher Food Pantry. Congregation Adath Israel, LAWRENCEVILLE. 4 p.m. Adults: $18. Seniors/Students: $12. Family: $50. Information, (609) 987-8100.

Congregation Beth Ohr Men's Club. Men's Club Breakfast Program. Jessica Sibelman, composer and clarinetist of The New York Chamber Virtuosi presents her second seminar on classical music, which includes her performance. Jessica will also show participants how to compose a simple piece of music. 70 Route 516, OLD BRIDGE. 10 a.m. Information, (732) 257-1523.

Men's Club of Congregation Neve Shalom. Fishing trip on the Captain Dave, Atlantic Highlands. 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $50 per person includes rod, reel, bait, and breakfast. 28 person limit. Reservations, David Yellin, (732) 887-0480.

Monday, June 1

Jewish Culture program of Monmouth University. "Reflections on Jewish Identity," with Kenneth Jacobson, author of "Embattled Selves: An investigation into the nature of identity through oral histories of Holocaust survivors." Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Ave., WEST LONG BRANCH. 7-9 p.m. Information, (732) 571-4474.

Sisterhood of Temple Sholom. Author Maggie Anton on her book "Rashi's Daughters." 594 N. Bridge St., BRIDGEWATER. 7 p.m. $8 per person. Information, Rhina Guritzky, (908) 393-1394.

Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County. Rutgers Hillel 2009 Annual Gala. Crystal Plaza, 307 W Northfield Rd., LIVINGSTON. 7 p.m. Information, Mindy Paris-Thurer, (732) 432-7711.

Temple Emanu-El. Knit and crochet blankets. Bring your works in progress or finished works to donate to children with cancer and soldiers in Iraq through Blankets of Love. Blankets may be any size from 4' x 6' and larger, and must be made from new, washable materials except wool. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 7:30 p.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Tuesday, June 2

Jewish Culture program of Monmouth University. "In Search of Bene Israel," a film about finding descendants of the Bene Israel Jews of India. Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Ave., WEST LONG BRANCH. 7-8 p.m. Information, (732) 571-4474.

Congregation Beth Israel. Annual Gold Rush Raffle. Prizes: 46" High Definition Flat Screen TV; One Year Family Membership to CBI and One Year Family Membership to JCC of Central New Jersey; Gift certificate to Marriott, Broadway.com, four Yankees tickets. 18 Shalom Way, SCOTCH PLAINS. 9 p.m. $100/ticket. $180/two tickets. To purchase tickets, or for information, (908) 889-1830.

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Spring Luncheon. On this day only any guest that becomes a member will pay $30 dues for the year instead of $36. Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Ln., NORTH BRUNSWICK. 11:30 a.m. Information, Anita (609) 409-6775.

Wednesday, June 3

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Ordained to be a Jew, with John Scalamonti, former priest who converted to Judaism.1600 Perineville Rd., MONROE. 7:30 p.m. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Jewish Culture program of Monmouth University. "Child rearing in the Jewish tradition," and speaker Rabbi Moshe Joselit and Rabbi Wolintz-Fields on "Every child is a blessing -- Appreciating every step of parenthood." 400 Monmouth University, Cedar Ave., WEST LONG BRANCH. 7-9 p.m. Information, (732) 571-4474. Congregation Ahavas Achim, the Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah, and the newly chartered L'Dor V'Dor chapter. Installation. Sue Beller, Southern N.J. Region President of Hadassah, will be the installing officer. Donors will be recognized and awards will be given for: National Leadership, Service, Chesed, and Lev Tov. Kosher desserts and beverages. All are welcome to attend. 216 S. 1st Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. RSVP to Gittel at (732) 846-9538.

State of Israel Bonds. Tribute dinner honoring Paul G. Gaffney, president of Monmouth University. Rabbi Gordon Yaffe of Temple Beth El in Oakhurst will be presented with Declaration of Independence Award. Guest Speaker Asaf Shariv, Consul General of Israel in N.Y. Branches, 123 Monmouth Rd., WEST LONG BRANCH. 6:30 p.m. $120. Reservations or information, (973) 994-0516.

Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties. Job Seekers Support group. "Guerilla Job Hunting: Inexpensive and Extraordinarily Effective," presented by Dr. Sally Wright, clinical psychologist. 150-a West High St., SOMERVILLE. 7-9 p.m. Information, Elise Prezant (908) 725-7799.

Thursday, June 4

East Brunswick Jewish Center. Rabbi Dr. Eliezer Diamond: History and Legal Thinking in Conservative Judaism. East Brunswick Jewish Center. 511 Ryders Ln., EAST BRUNSWICK. 8:15 p.m. Information, (732) 257-7070.

Sisterhood of Temple Beth El Mekor Chayim. Donor Dinner. Cocktails, elaborate hors d'oeuvres, buffet and dessert. Entertainment by Tuvia with Hebrew, Yiddish and English songs. Temple Beth Ahm Yisrael, 60 Temple Drive, SPRINGFIELD. 6:30 p.m. Information, (908) 276-4210.

Friday, June 5

Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties. Job Seekers Support group. "Financial Losses-Personal Gains: Staying Emotionally and Spiritually Healthy in tough Economic Times," by Rabbi Robin Nafshi of Ohr Tikvah Jewish healing Center and Jeanne Lankin, LCSW, social worker, JFS clinical psychologist. Flemington Community Jewish Center, 5 Sergeantsville Rd., FLEMINGTON. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Information, Elise Prezant (908) 725-7799.

Temple Emanu-El. Prospective New Member Meet and Greet. Learn about education, social action, worship and social programs, followed by Shabbat Hallelu service. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 7 p.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Shabbat Hallelu, an erev Shabbat service in song All are welcome to worship, sing, and dance in the aisles with people of all ages. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 7:45 p.m. Preceded by Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 p.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Saturday, June 6

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Shabbat Services and Kiddush sponsored by Patricia and Gilbert Panson in honor of their 65th anniversary. Services led by cantor Pearlman. 1600 Perineville Rd., MONROE. 9 a.m. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Congregation Beth Mordecai. Learning Shabbat Service. 224 High St., Perth Amboy. 10 a.m.

Sunday, June 7

Ahavas Achim Men's Club and Youth Department. Somerset Patriots game. This year as an added bonus we will be raffling off the first pitch to one lucky fan. Start at 11:30 a.m. with a BBQ lunch at Ahavas Achim and then to TD Bank Ballpark in Somerset, at about 1 p.m. (first pitch 1:35 p.m.). All ages. $17.50 includes lunch, ticket for one to the game and raffle ticket to throw out first pitch. Additional raffle tickets are available for purchase at $5/each or three for $10. Must RSVP by May 13 to Moshe Stern, rfs424@aol.com or (732) 777-1325.

Congregation B'nai Tikvah with National Estate Jewelry Buyers, Ltd. Charity gold buying event. 10% of the proceeds go to Hadassah. Experienced buyers will review items and price them. Buying gold, silver, and platinum jewelry, watches, coins, and collectibles. Refreshments will be served. Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Ln., NORTH BRUNSWICK. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information, (732) 297-0696.

LASHIR. Spring Concert of the Jewish Community Choir of Princeton. Conducted by Raanan Shefa and accompanied by JoAnne Sciarrotta. Hebrew, Yiddish and Ladino. Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, PRINCETON University. 2:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Information, Karen Bartels, (609) 921-1811. Union Hill Synagogue. Mother's Day and Father's Day Luncheon. All ages; free babysitting available. Union Hill Synagogue, 364 Union Hill Rd., MANALAPAN. 1:30 p.m. $18/person, $10 under 12, children under 5 are free. For more info and reservations, call Suri Leiter (732) 536-2232.

Temple Emanu-El. Koffee Klatch with Rabbi David Kalb discussion of current events of Jewish interest. Rockin' Joe Cafe, 20 Prospect St., WESTFIELD. 7:30 p.m. No fee. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Beth Medrash Govoha (the Lakewood Yeshiva). Annual Reception. Guest speaker Rav Matisyahu Salomon. Congregation Israel, 3339 Mountain Ave., SPRINGFIELD. 10 a.m. RSVP (732) 367-1060 ext. 283.

Monday, June 8

The Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey. Growing Up Jewish in the South, with Lillian Isis. Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Drive, MONROE. 10 a.m. Information, (732) 249-4894. Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Installation of Officers. Installing officer will be Sherry Keller, southern N.J. region board member for past 10 years. Music and food. Concordia Congregation, 1600 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 7:30 p.m. Information, Thelma Miller (609) 655-8466.

Tuesday, June 9

Chabad Jewish Center of Monroe. Cafe Chabad presents "Orthodox Stance," a documentary about Dimitri Salita, an Orthodox Jewish boxer. Light refreshments and discussion to follow. Chabad Jewish Center 261 Gravel HIll Rd., MONROE. 7 p.m. Couvert: $5. RSVP (732) 656-1616 or email chaniezak@aol.com.

Wednesday, June 10

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Clothing Drive. Items sought include, clothing shoes, accessories such as handbags, backpacks, briefcases; household items made of fabric such as pillows, towels, blankets, drapes and tablecloths; toys such as stuffed animals, dolls, doll houses and baby gear. Bring donations in well tied plastic garage bags. Toys should be boxed no larger than 24x24x21. 11 Cornell Ave., MONROE. 7:30- 9 p.m. Information, (732) 251-1119.

JCC of Central New Jersey. Brilliant Brunch Anytime. Irene Yager, assistant culinary arts director of the JCC in Manhattan, will show participants how to make French herb omelets, popovers with savory cream cheese, sweet potato hash, baked French toast with warm blueberry sauce and walnuts, salmon corn cakes with creme fraiche. Bellinis and Bloody Marys will also be served. 1391 Martine Ave., SCOTCH PLAINS. 7-9 p.m. JCC members: $35. General admission: $45. Event is limited to 15 people. Information, registration, Michele Dreiblatt, cultural arts and education director, mdreiblatt@jccnj.org or (908) 889-8800, ext. 205.

Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties. Annual meeting and installation of officers and board members. Honoring volunteers and recognition of AJFCA Kovod award. Refreshments. Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC, 775 Talamini Rd., BRIDGEWATER. 7 p.m. RSVP by June 3, (908) 725-7799.

Thursday, June 11

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Clothing Drive. Items sought include, clothing shoes, accessories such as handbags, backpacks, briefcases; household items made of fabric such as pillows, towels, blankets, drapes and tablecloths; toys such as stuffed animals, dolls, doll houses and baby gear. Bring donations in well tied plastic garage bags. Toys should be boxed no larger than 24x24x21. 11 Cornell Ave., MONROE. 10 a.m. -- 12 p.m. Information, (732) 251-1119.

Makhelat HaMercaz Jewish Choir of Central N.J. Annual Gala Concert honoring Jules Frankel. "Psalm Enchanted Evening: The Music of Heaven and Earth," features classic and contemporary compositions sung in Hebrew, English, Latin, and French. Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 7:30 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door ($7 in advance, $10 at the door for seniors and students). Patrons can reserve two seats for a contribution of $100. Reception follows concert. For tickets and information, (732) 548-2238 ext. 14 or go to http://mercazchoir.org.

June 12-14

The JCC of Western Monmouth County. 1st Annual Family Camp Weekend at Camp Louemma. Package of 3 days and 2 nights includes: Dinner Friday through lunch Sunday (Camp Louemma is a kosher facility). Waterfront activities, athletic program with leagues and tournaments, fishing, boating, hiking along the appalachian trail, BBQ and campfire, evening activities. Registration information. Adults- $199 Per Adult. Children (5-10 years of age) -- $75 per child No charge for children under 5. Linen Package Rental Fee: $15.00 per person Register by May, 11. Information, (732) 683-9300.

Friday, June 12

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center. Clothing Drive. Items sought include, clothing shoes, accessories such as handbags, backpacks, briefcases; household items made of fabric such as pillows, towels, blankets, drapes and tablecloths; toys such as stuffed animals, dolls, doll houses and baby gear. Bring donations in well tied plastic garage bags. Toys should be boxed no larger than 24x24x21. 11 Cornell Ave., MONROE. 10 a.m. -- 12 p.m. Information, (732) 251-1119.

Temple Sholom (Fanwood/Scotch Plains). Shabbat service. Member Dov Ben-Shimon, who recently returned from leading several missions to Cuba for the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, will speak. All are welcome. Fanwood Presbyterian Church, corner of Martine and LaGrande Avenues, FANWOOD. 8 p.m.Information, (908) 889-4900, sholom@sholomnj.org or www.sholomnj.org.

Congregation B'nai Israel. Israeli String Orchestra of Arad. 1488 Old Freehold Rd., TOMS RIVER. 6 p.m. No charge, but reservations required. Information, (732) 363-0530.

Saturday, June 13

Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Shabbat Services and Kiddush sponsored by Ruth and Milton Seifert in honor of their Ruth's 80th birthday y. Services led by cantor Pearlman. 1600 Perineville Rd., MONROE. 9 a.m. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Temple Emanu-El. Simchat Shabbat worship service. Informal, intimate worship experience conducive to adults and families, eed by a rabbi and a song leader. Followed by bagels and coffee, then Torah study. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 9-10:15 a.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Sunday, June 14

Marlboro Jewish Center. Annual Journal Dinner Dance honoring Jeffrey Sacks and the Hornik Family. 103 School Rd., West, MARLBORO. Cocktails, 6 p.m.; dinner and dancing, 7 p.m. Couvert is $108 per person. Information, Bonnie Komito, executive director, (732) 536-2300, ext. 101.

Elmora Hebrew Center. Year End Annual Journal Celebration. Honoree Sylvia Matlofsky. Food and music by Barry Herman Orchestra. Rabbi and Eve Rosenberg's home, 21 Wilson Terrace, ELIZABETH. 2 p.m. Information, Carole (908) 353-1740.

Shalom Torah Centers of New Jersey. Gala Alumni Breakfast. Calls on all past alumni, alumni families and staff. The Radisson, 50 Gibson Place, FREEHOLD. 9:30 a.m. Information, (732) 363-5700.

Sisterhood and Men's Club of Congregation Neve Shalom. Breakfast Q & A with Rabbi Gerald Zelizer. 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 10 a.m. Information, Rabbi Zelizer, (732) 548-2238.

Monday, June 15

Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC. Golf Outing. Single golfer is $300, which includes 18 holes of golf, lunch, cocktail reception, dinner and awards ceremony. The foursome fee is $1,200; the JCC will create foursomes. Contests, prizes. Title Sponsor: PNC Bank. Hole-in-One prizes: Flemington Car andTruck Company and Flemington Furs.Sports and memorabilia auction. Raritan Valley Country Club, BRIDGEWATER. 10:30 a.m. Registration deadline for golfers and sponsors is, May 29. Rain date announced June 29. Information, Debbie Golden, (908) 725-6994 ext. 210, DGolden@ssbjcc.org, or www.ssbjcc.org.

Wednesday, June 17

The Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey. Growing Up Jewish in the South, with Lillian Isis. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., NEW BRUNSWICK. 10:30 a.m. Information, (732) 249- 4894.

Friday, June 19

Temple Emanu-El. Zimrat Shabbat (song of Shabbat). Uplifting, joyful, and meaningful family Shabbat service. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 7:45 p.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Wednesday, June 24

YM-YWHA of Union. Tour of Grounds for Sculpture, a 35-acre public park in Hamilton. 501 Green Ln., UNION. Bus leaves at 10 a.m. and returns at 4 p.m. Members: $15. Non-members: $20. Cost includes transportation, admission, and lunch. Information, (908) 289-8112.

Thursday, June 25

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Garden Tour and English Tea in Concordia. Jewish Congregation of Concordia, 1600 Perrineville Rd., MONROE. 12:30 p.m. $18. Proceeds will go to Hadassah Cancer Research. Information, Maxine (609) 395-8757.

Friday, June 26

Chabad Jewish Center of Monroe. Friday night dinner and lecture marking the 15th yahrtzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. A warm and inspiring dinner followed by guest Lecturer Rabbi Mendel Feller, Dean, Minnesota Jewish Academy. Chabad Jewish Center 261 Gravel Hill Rd., MONROE. 7:30 p.m. Couvert: $25. RSVP required. (732) 656-1616 chaniezak@aol.com.

Saturday, June 27

Temple Emanu-El. Temple Emanu-El. Simchat Shabbat worship service. Informal, intimate worship experience conducive to adults and families, eed by a rabbi and a song leader. Followed by bagels and coffee, then Torah study. 756 East Broad St., WESTFIELD. 9-10:15 a.m. Information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Congregation Neve Shalom. Torah readers luncheon. Free luncheon honoring those who chanted Torah, Hafatarah, Megillot, and taught adult education courses. 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 9:30 a.m. Information, Hazzan Levin (732) 548-2238 ext. 14.