Coming Attractions

Coming Attractions
May 9, 2008

Thursday, May 8

Temple Emanu-El/Jewish Federation. Alan Dershowitz. Douglas Auditorium, New Brunswick. (732) 549-4442.

YM-YWHA of Union. Yom Ha'atzmaut program with Shlock Rock. Includes choir performances by the students of Solomon Schechter, under the direction of Rena Maiman, and the Jewish Educational Center, under the direction of Chana Solomon. Israeli vendors, children's program included. Also, a digital slide show of Israel photos from our community members (see May 1 listing). 501 Green Lane, Union. 6 p.m. No fee. (908) 289-8112.

Toms River Hadassah. Celebrate Israel's 60th birthday along with Toms River Hadassah's 65th anniversary. Cocktails, gala luncheon and professional entertainment. The View at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club, Lakewood. Noon. $40. Ruth, (732) 349-8887.

Meadow Lakes Community. Fact or Fiction? The Truth about sleep as we get older. About half of all seniors have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Join us for a presentation on sleep disorders. Speaker Rochelle Zozula Ph.D., D.A.B.S.M. Sleep Medicine Specialist Capital Health. 300 Meadow Lakes, East Windsor. 10:30-11:30. Free. RSVP by May 6 to Linda Meyer, (609) 987-8100.

Barnes and Noble. Rutgers Women's Coach C. Vivian Stringer. Autograph new book, Standing Tall and greet fans. 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick. 7:30 pm. Free. Information, (732) 545-7860.

JCC of North and South Brunswick. Register for summer day camp program. For children ages 2½-5. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. Information, (732) 297-0295, nursery@BnaiTikvah.org or visit our Web site at www.BnaiTikvah.org.

JCC of North and South Brunswick. Nursery school registration begins for September, 2008.
For ages 2½-5. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. Information, call Phyllis Denenberg, Early Childhood director (732) 297-0295, ext 22, or go to
www.BnaiTikvah.org/nursery.html.

Lions Gate. Commemorating Israel's 60th birthday, “An Israeli Adventure through the Needle's Eye.” Naomi Stoglin, 80+ years, will share her needlepoint collection and stories. Theme of Israeli stamps for this exhibit. 1110 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees. 2-3 p.m. No charge. Information, Sharla Feldscher, sharla@sf-pr.com (215) 285-4868, or Alissa Vladimir, Alissa@sf-pr.com, (215) 285-4867.

Congregation Ohev Shalom-Marlboro Jewish Center. Celebrate Israel's 60th Year of Independence. Israeli food, music, dancing, and entertaining activities for children, teens and adults. Special guests: Senator Jennifer Beck, Assemblywoman Caroline Casagrande, Assemblyman Declan O'Scanlon, and Mayor Jonathan Hornik. Chai Building, 46 Topanemus Road, Marlboro. 7 p.m. No charge. Information contact: Lauren Varod, program director, (732) 536-2300.

Friday, May 9

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

Temple Sha'arey Shalom. Klezmer Shabbat. Klezmer group Hester street troupe will join Cantor Amy Daniels and the Temple Choir with an alternative upbeat music. 78 South Springfield Ave., Springfield. 8 p.m. For more information call (973) 379-5387.

Saturday, May 10

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. 756 Broad St., Westfield. 9-10:15 a.m. For more information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Monday, May 12

Congregation B'nai Tikvah Sisterhood. Sisterhood elections and dessert at 8 p.m. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. (732) 297-0696 or
www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Meeting with film, “Mama-lochn-Kinder-lochn.” Refreshments. Jewish Congregation of Concordia, Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe. 7:30 p.m. Information, Thelma, (609) 655-8466.

Manchester Hadassah. Bus to Atlantic City. Shirley Kirschbaum, (732) 657-6042.

Monroe Township Jewish Center. In the Beginning: the Earliest Jewish Americans. American Jewish Experience Lecture Series. Speaker Shirley Reich, educator, editor, and writer. She will discuss some of the early Jewish arrivals in the country. 11 Cornell Drive, Monroe. 10 a.m. Free. For more information call the JHSCJ office (732) 249-4894.

Barnes and Noble. “Everything you ever wanted to know about Pokemon,” with author Tracey West. 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick. 7 p.m. No fee. Information, (732) 545-7860.

B'nai Tikvah. “Eating Sugar the Right Way,” with Joanne Gorelick, yoga teacher and health counselor. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. 8 p.m. No charge. Information, (732) 297-0696.

Tuesday, May 13

Beth El Synagogue. “Russian Appetizers: White Lights,” cooking class, including all supplies, culinary treats, wine and music. 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor. 7-9 p.m. $10. Class size is limited and reservations are required, (609) 443-4454.

JCC of Middlesex County. “Architecture in Israel: Climate, Culture and Place Within the Middle East,” Rafi Segal, Princeton Ph.D. candidate. Look at the European and local influences on the development of Israeli architecture 1948–1967. 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. 1:30 p.m. Free. (732) 494-3232.

JCC of Middlesex County. “Music in Israel,” first of two-part lecture. Second part is May 20. Dr. Mark L. Klingman, professor of Jewish Musicology Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in New York, will trace Israeli music from early pioneers, to music of Naomi Shemer and Israeli Rock. 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. 10:30 a.m. Free. (732) 494-3232.

YM-YWHA of Union. “Newark Happening on V-E Day, May 8, 1945: The Day WWII Ended in Europe,” presented by Nat Bodian, born and raised in Newark, one time Newark journalist. 501 Green Lane, Union. This program is open to the community free of charge. Information, Susan, (90) 289-8112.

Twin Rivers Library. High Cost for prescription Drugs. Speaker Marcia Duhart, retired assistant vice president of Merrill Lynch and RX Watchdog for AARP of New Jersey. She will discuss the free new service that helps you determine the least expensive source of prescription drugs. 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. 1-3 p.m. Free. RSVP by May 11 to Linda Meyer, (609) 987-8100.

Matawan Aberdeen Chapter of Hadassah. David Weinstein, newly appointed director of Camp Tel Yehuda, will speak. Temple Beth Ahm, 550 Lloyd Rd., Aberdeen. 7:30 p.m. No charge. Information, Nannette Finkel-Rebach, (732) 583-2779, nfrebach@optonline.net

Chabad of Union County and Barnes & Noble Booksellers. Interactive Jewish story hour in honor of Shavuot. Puppets, crafts and music. 1180 Raritan Rd., Clark. 6 p.m. No charge. RSVP, (908) 790-0008 or malky@chabaduc.com.

Wednesday, May 14

Ocean County Library. Author luncheon and book signing with Linda Fairstein. Fairstein, one of America 's foremost legal experts on crimes of sexual assault and domestic violence, ran the Sex Crimes Unit of the District Attorney's Office in Manhattan from 1976 until 2002. Her first novel, “Final Jeopardy,” was published in 1996 and introduced the character Alexandra Cooper. Cooper returns in Fairstein's latest novel “Killer Heat,” released March 11. Copies of her book will be available for sale, autograph. Captain's Inn, Forked River. Noon. $35, includes three-course luncheon with choice of entrée. Registration forms are available at all branches of the Ocean County Library and online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. (732) 349-6200.

Temple Emanu-El. Knit and crochet blankets for Project Linus. Bring your works in progress or finished works to be donated to children with cancer and soldiers in Iraq. Blankets may be any size from 3' x 5' and larger, and must be made from new, washable materials except wool. 756 Broad St., Westfield. 7:30 p.m. For more information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Har Sinai Temple. Toddler Time Together. 2421 Pennington Road, Pennington. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information, (609) 730-810.

Har Sinai Temple. Beginners conversational Hebrew. 2421 Pennington Road, Pennington. 7-8:30 p.m. Information, (609) 730-8100.

Thursday, May 15

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage and luncheon at Ben's Deli In NYC. Cost $65. Call Hilma (609) 409-9708.

Temple Beth-El. Israeli dancing. No experience necessary; singles welcome. Route 206, Hillsborough. 7:30 p.m. $6 for lessons and refreshments. To confirm attendance, call Anna, (908) 707-0028.

Congregation Knesseth Israel. Huge rummage sale. 229 Mountain Ave., Bound Brook. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (732) 469-0934 or www.ckibbnj.org.

YM-YWHA of Union County and the JCC of Scotch Plains. Philadelphia Art Museum trip to see the Frida Kahlo exhibit, organized in cerebration of the 100th anniversary of the artist's birth. Leave the YM-YWHA (501 Green Lane, Union) at 8:30 a.m. or the Scotch Plains JCC (1391 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains) at 9 a.m. and travel by luxury bus to the Museum. $55 for members of either group. $60 for non-members. Includes transportation, entrance fee and head phones for a comprehensive tour of the exhibit. A brown bag lunch will be provided. Return back to the JCC or the YM-YWHA at 6:30 or 7 p.m. For information or reservations call Susan at the “Y”, (908) 289-8112 at the “Y” or Nan at the JCC, (908) 889-8800.

Stonebridge at Montogonery. Antiques Roadshow. Learn about your hidden treasures and yard sale bargains. Tom Petrino, appraiser for the New Jersey Treasury, will appraise your items. One item per person. 100 Hollinshead Road, Skillman. 3-4 p.m. Free. RSVP by May 13 to Linda Meyer, (609) 987-8100.

Har Sinai Temple. Sisterhood closing dinner and installation. Cafe Antonio, 107 East Trenton Ave., Morrisville, Pa. 7:30 p.m. Information, (609) 730-8100.

Jewish War Veterans. SPC Mark Seiden, Post 444 to speak. Post meets every third Thursday of each month. Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. 7:30 p.m. Information, Bill, (609) 448-8136.

Friday, May 16

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Shabbat services. Jewish Congregation of Concordia, Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe.

Congregation Knesseth Israel. Huge rummage sale. 229 Mountain Ave., Bound Brook. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (732) 469-0934 or www.ckibbnj.org.

Neve Shalom. Chai Shabbat,
honoring all those who have been members of Neve Shalom for 18 or more years. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 8 p.m. Anyone with memories or special photos of their years at Neve Shalom, contact Keith Boxer, (732) 662-9237 or
e-mail boxerrealtor@optonline.net. RSVP to Rita, (732) 548-2238, ext. 18.

B'nai Tikvah. Family Shabbat dinner and service. Falafel, Israeli salads, pasta, and Happy Israel 60th Birthday Cake. Vegetarian option. Peanut-free meal. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 6 p.m. $13 for adults. Children 2-12 are free. Check to Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Write A Family Shabbat Dinner on the envelope. RSVP to Bobbi Binder by May 11, (732) 274-2797 or bobbi.binder@bnaitikvah.org.

Saturday, May 17

Temple Emanu-El. Tiny Tot Shabbat for kids 5 and under who like to dance, sing, and make crafts. Monthly. Learn about Shabbat and different Jewish themes through story and art. Parents and grandparents welcome. 756 Broad St., Westfield. 9:30 a.m. For more information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Steal A Pencil For Me. This multi-award-winning documentary, being presented by Adult Learning and Renaissance, is about the power of love and the ability of humankind to rise above unimaginable suffering. After the screening there will be a coffee hour with a question and answer period with the stars, Jack and Ina Polak. 756 Broad St., Westfield. 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the community. For more information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Spring Concert. Featuring Cantor Karen Kumin, Cantor Kathy Barr, Cantor Sam Levine, David Bravo, keyboard, Gilad Dobrecky percussion, and Temple Emanu-El's adult and junior choir. Dessert buffet. 100 James St., Edison. 8 p.m. If purchased by May 9: Adults, $25; Seniors, $20; Students, $18. After May 9 all tickets are $30. Angels: $250, includes two tickets, choice of preferred seating in advance of the concert, pre-concert wine and cheese party, names listed in program. Patrons: $100 includes two tickets with reserved seating, names listed in the program. For more information, (732) 549-4442.

Sunday, May 18

Congregation Knesseth Israel. Huge rummage sale. 229 Mountain Ave., Bound Brook. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (732) 469-0934 or www.ckibbnj.org.

USY/Men's Club. Pancake breakfast, cooked by Men's Club, served by North/South Brunswick chapter of USY. Parents and friends welcome. Gym at B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. 9-11 a.m. $5 for breakfast. $2 for beverages. Questions, call Jordana (USY Advisor) at 732-422-7457 or send e-mail to Jorde1174@aol.com.

Neve Shalom. Susy Schwartz Memorial Concert with the Robyn Helzner Trio. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 7 p.m. In advance: $18. At door: $20. Under 18: $8. Benefactor, patron available. Babysitting for ages 3-8 available for free if register by May 11. Information, (732) 548-2238, ext. 14.

Temple Emanu-El. Sisterhood Gift Shop End-of-Year sale. 756 Broad St., Westfield. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Rabbi Gedalyah Jeremias, congregational rabbi, director for a Jewish Celebration of a Jewish Community Center, an assistant dean of a Hebrew Day School, and a survivor of cancer, will speak about the spiritual and emotional fortitude needed to achieve success despite many obstacles. Also, he will outline the Jewish concept of the devil through Torah, Talmud, story, and laughter. 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor. 7:30 p.m. For more information, (609) 443-4454.

Princeton Jewish Center. Resources for single caregivers, with Julie Feibush, director of senior services of the Jewish Family and Children's Services of Greater Mercer County. 435 Nassau St, Princeton. 2:30-3 p.m. RSVP by May 17 to mbs.rsvp@yahoo.com. Information, (609) 613-5222.

Bris Avrohom. Lag b'Omer Fair. Game booth with prizes, arts and crafts, BBQ, marshmallow toasting, face painting, balloon sculpting, moon bounce with slide, magic show and Grand Raffle. 770 Madison Gardens, Old Bridge. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $7/child Adults: Free. Information, (732) 316-7600 or www.BrisAvrohom.org/OldBridge.

Tuesday, May 20

JCC of Middlesex County. “Music in Israel,” second of two-part lecture. Dr. Mark L. Klingman, professor of Jewish Musicology Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in New York, will trace Israeli music from early pioneers, to music of Naomi Shemer and Israeli Rock. 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. 10:30 a.m. Free. (732) 494-3232.

Neve Shalom. Installation of Colonia Hadassah officers. Entertainment will be provided by TUVIA an Israeli American singer. Refreshments will be served. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 7:15 p.m. For more information call Millie at (732) 381-9054.

Barnes and Noble. “Making Up with Mom: Why Mothers and Daughters Disagree About Kids, Careers, and Casseroles (and What to Do About It),” with author Deborah Carr. 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick. 7:30 p.m. No fee. Information, (732) 545-7860.

Wednesday, May 21

Temple Emanu-El/NORPAC. Harry Bernstein. Meet representatives and senators with fellow Jews from three states. Washington, D.C. (732) 549-4442.

Congregation B'nai Tikvah Sisterhood. Author Susie Fishbein. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. (732) 297-0696 or www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple. Operas with Jewish Content. American Jewish Experience Lecture Series. Dawn and Paul Horowitz will discuss the libretto and play excerpts of the music from “La Juive.” 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. 10:30 a.m. Free. For more information call the JHSCJ office (732) 249-4894.

Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Mercer County. Free Caregiver Support Group for those caring for a spouse, aging parent, relative, friend. Information about resources in the community and also a forum to share experiences and learn from others. Light refreshments. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Mercer County Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Rd., Hopewell. 12-1 p.m. To reserve a place, Julie Feibush, (609) 987-8100.

Thursday, May 22

Temple Beth-El. The Magic of Chazzanut, featuring Cantor Jacob Mendelson. Also film, “A Cantor's Tale,” a nostalgic journey through family, neighborhood, and tradition, with remarks by the film's director, Eric Greenberg Anjou. Rt 206, Hillsborough. 7 p.m. In advance: $10. At door: $12. $36/person included wine and cheese reception. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, call Temple Beth-El, (908) 722-0674 or the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, (908) 725-6994.

State Theatre in New Brunswick. Israel's 60th, a musical celebration. Ceremony to include choirs from many temples in the federation in a tribute to Israel. State Theatre. New Brunswick. Tickets are complimentary. Visit JewishMiddlesex.org/Israel60, and click on “Israel's 60th a Musical Celebration”' or contact the federation, (732) 432-7711.

Temple Beth O'r / Beth Torah. Country line dancing for all levels with professional instructors. 111 Valley Road, Clark. 7:30-9 p.m. $5 in advance or $6 at door. Leather soled shoes suggested. Arthur Gesten, (732) 381-8403.

Saturday, May 24

Sunday, May 25

Temple Beth Ahm Yisrael. Bus trip to the Showboat Hotel, Atlantic City. Sponsored by the Women's League. Bus leaves synagogue parking lot, 60 Temple Dr., Springfield, at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 7:30 p.m. A Showboat comp card or photo ID is needed to collect the bus bonus. $26 with $20 return. A mini breakfast will be served on the Vanderhoof bus, with a movie on the return trip. Reservations, information, call Roz, (908) 964-7840 or the temple office, (973) 376-0539.

Monday, May 26

Manchester Hadassah. Cruising aboard the Caribbean Princess. Nine nights with all the wonderful luxurious events presented ship board. The prices start at about $1188 per person. Call Shirley Spilke, (732) 657-8588.

Tuesday, May 27

B'nai Tikvah. “Irvin Berlin: A song for every occasion,” presented by Dr. Donato Fornuto, professor emeritus of music, William Paterson University. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 1 p.m. No charge. Information, Doris, (609) 860-1498 or Annette, (732) 297-3562.

Wednesday, May 28

Congregation B'nai Tikvah. Susie Fishbein, author of “The Kosher Palette” and “Kosher by Design, Short on Time.” Cooking demonstration and tasting. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. Only 50 tickets will be sold. Reservation and information, Stacey Rockman, (732) 422-0963 or erlichchick@yahoo.com.

Village West ORT. Fashion show and Chinese auction. “Silver Threads” clothing will be modeled. Willow Hall, Leisure Village West, Manchester. 12:30 p.m. $5. Susan (732) 657-7927 or Phyllis (732) 323-9175. All residents of LVW are invited.

Thursday, May 29

May 30-31

Congregation B'nai Israel. First Synaplex Shabbat. Begins with BBQ dinner at 6 p.m. Friday, and includes Schmooze ‘n Shabbat, Torah Yoga, Chinese Kosher luncheon and many more activities. Includes age-appropriate programs for children. The Synaplex Shabbat ends with Havdalah under the stars at 9 p.m. Saturday. 1488 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. Free, but reservations required. Babysitting available with reservation. (732) 349-1244.

Friday, May 30

Congregation B'nai Tikvah Sisterhood. Visit the mikvah. Learn about the rituals of the mikvah. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick, to caravan to Highland Park. Return by Noon. (732) 297-0696 or www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Sunday, June 1

T Israel Day Parade. New York City.

Congregation B'nai Tikvah & the JCC of North & South Brunswick. Live auction featuring fine art, sports memorabilia, music memorabilia and more. Wine, cheese, dessert. Proceeds to benefit Congregation B'nai Tikvah and the B'nai Tikvah Men's Club. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. 7:30 p.m. (Preview 6:30-7:30 p.m.) In advance: $15 per person. At door: $18 per person. Patron: $50, receive two tickets and names listed in program. To order tickets or for information, (732) 297-0696.

Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County. Salute to Israel Parade, NYC. To register, contact Carolyn Tallman, ctallman@jf-gmc.org or (732) 432-7711.

East Brunswick Jewish Center. Nursery School Strike-a-thon. 511 Ryders, Lane, East Brunswick. Information, (732) 257-7070.

B'nai Tikvah. Salute to Israel Parade, NYC. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick The bus leaves at the temple at 1 p.m. and returns at 8 p.m. $18 per family includes light dinner and snacks. Checks payable to Congregation B'nai Tikvah, “Israel Parade,” 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Reservations must be received by May 31. For seat availability, call the synagogue office at (732) 297-0696.

B'nai Tikvah. State of Israel Bond Breakfast to honor Adrienne and Andy Ross. Speaker Dr. Yossi Olmert, brother of Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 10 a.m. No fee. Information, (732) 297-0696, Larry Cohen, (732) 821-4376, or the Israel Bond Office, (800)752-5652.

Tuesday, June 3

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage and luncheon at Ben's Deli In NYC. Cost $65. Call Hilma (609) 409-9708.

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Gala Spring Luncheon, B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 11:30 a.m. Cost $45 includes entertainment and prizes. Proceeds toward Hadassah project. For ad blanks or letter for the Souvenir Journal call Anita B. (609) 385-7535 or Thelma (609) 655-8466.

B'nai Tikvah. Spring luncheon, with speaker Debbie Glick and entertainment by Tuvia. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. 11:30 a.m. Information, (732) 297 0696.

Monday, June 9

Neve Shalom. First day of Shavuot. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 9:30 a.m. Shacharit service, including Book of Ruth. 8 p.m. Maariv service, including a memorial service. Information, Hazzan Sheldon Levin, (732) 548-2238.

Tuesday, June 10

Neve Shalom. Second day of Shavuot. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. Services begin at 9:30 a.m., include Yizkor. Information, Hazzan Sheldon Levin, (732) 548-2238.

Friday, June 13

Congregation B'nai Tikvah Sisterhood. Sisterhood board installation and dinner. 1001 Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. (732) 297-0696 or www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Monday, June 16

Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey. The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series, lecture by Rabbi Daniel Fellman, “60 Years Later: The Role of an American Friendship in the Establishment of the State of Israel.” Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Dr., Monroe. 10 a.m. Free. Information, (732) 249-4894.

Wednesday, June 18

Middlesex Chapter of the Brandeis University National Women's Committee. Professor Michael Rockland, Major American Jewish Writers from Abraham Cahan to Philip Roth. The lecture will consider the parallels as well as the contrasts between the Jewish and other ethnic writers. This program is in cooperation with the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Library, Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. 1:30 p.m. Free. For reservations and additional information, Dot (609) 860-0669 or Debbie (732) 297-7440.

Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey. The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series, with Harvey Hauptman, who was a news, business and sports broadcaster for WCBS radio for more than 30 years. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. 10:30 a.m. Free. Information, (732) 249-4894.

Sunday, June 22

YM-YWHA of Union. Broadway musical matinee, “Young Frankenstein.” Dress circle tickets. Travel to New York City on a luxury bus. Meet at 501 Green Lane, Union. Tickets and transportation: Members, $170; Non-members, $180. Reservations, ask for Susan, (908) 289-8112.

Jewish Community Center of Western Monmouth & Hadassah. Family Day with the Lakewood Blue Claws. 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood. Game time: 1:05 p.m. JCCWM Members: $11 per adult, $9 per child. Non-members: $12.50 per adult, $10 per child. Deadline for tickets is May 15. Contact Shelley Feingold at shelley@jccwm.com or (732) 683-9300 for reservation information or mail your check to JCCWM, 100 US Highway 9, Suite 7 , Manalapan , NJ 07726, or pay online via PAYPAL: http://www.jccwm.com/payments.shtml.

Tuesday, June 24

Monroe Township Holocaust Survivors. Annual Salute to Israel Gala Dinner Dance, with entertainment by Rita and Naum. All proceeds will be sent to the disabled Israeli Veterans. Kosher entrees include Prime Rib, Salmon and Chicken. Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 6:30 p.m. $55 per person. Check to Monroe Holocaust Survivors, P.O. Box 6015, Monroe, N.J. 08831 or Greenbriar residents use lockbox #16 in Town Center. Include your choice of entrée, list of those with whom you wish to be seated. Questions, Sydelle, (609) 409-2616 or Carl (609) 409-0808. Bus transportation reservations, Salome, (609) 409-9252. $3 per person.

Monday, June 30

Monroe Township Hadassah. Installation of officers. Entertainment provided by Bruce Foster a descendant of songwriter Stephen Foster. Concordia Congregation, Concordia shopping Center, Monroe. 7:30 p.m. No charge. Information, Thelma Miller, (609) 655-8466.

Wednesday, July 2

The Jewish Congregation of Concordia. Professor Emannuel Goldstein will speak about the accomplishments of Sholem Aleichem. Concordia Shopping Center. 7:30 p.m. No charge. More information call (609) 395-1952.

Thursday, July 10

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Trip to Brighton Beach and luncheon at Pimorske with entertainment. Time to stroll the boardwalk and shop. $58. Call Hilma (609) 409-9708.

Monroe Township Hadassah. Summer treat. Reservations are being accepted for Brighton Beach. Lunch and entertainment. Primorske restaurant, 282 Brighton Beach Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11235. $58. Call Hilma (609) 409-9708.

Sunday, July 20

Leisure Village West ORT. 20th anniversary gala. Dinner and entertainment will be provided the by the Ed Goldberg and the Odessa Klezmer band. Encore room, Leisure Village West, Manchester. $30. Open to everyone. Susan, (732) 657-7927 or Phyllis, (732) 323-9175.

August 3

Jewish Congregation of Concordia and Monroe Township. Open House. In honor of its 25th year anniversary we are hosting a special open house to welcome new members and residents who have moved to the area. For those of you who join dues will be free through December 2008. Concordia shopping Center, Monroe. 10 a.m.-Noon. For more information call (609) 395-1952 or Norman Avrutin (609) 409-1355.

Sunday, August 17

Monroe Township Holocaust Survivors. Annual Gala for Disabled Israeli War veterans. Entertainment provided by Marilyn Michaels, Stewie Stone, David Katz. Morasco performing Arts Center Monroe Township High School, 1629 Perineville Road, Monroe. 7 p.m. Auditorium seats $30. Front chairs $35. 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 Township, NJ 08831. Information, Doris, (609) 655-0622 or Carl (609) 409-0808. Entire proceeds will be donated to disabled Israeli war veterans.

Kids & Teens Calendar

Sunday, May 11

Har Sinai Temple. “Common Ground.” Join a dozen interfaith teen members of “Common Ground” for a discussion of faithfulness. Open to the public. 2421 Pennington Road, Pennington. Begins 11 a.m. For more information please contact (609) 730-8100.

Monday, May 12

Barnes and Noble. “Everything you ever wanted to know about Pokemon,” with author Tracey West. 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick. 7 p.m. No fee. Information, (732) 545-7860.

Tuesday, May 13

Wednesday, May 14

Har Sinai Temple. Toddler Time Together. 2421 Pennington Road, Pennington. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information, (609) 730-810.

Thursday, May 15

USY. Israel Night. East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. 6:30 p.m. Information, (732) 257-7070.

Kadima. Ice Cream Social with games for grade 5. Youth Lounge, B'nai Tikvah, Finnegan's Lane, North Brunswick. 7-8:30 p.m. Information, Jordana Andersen, (732) 422-7457 or Jorde1174@aol.com.

Friday, May 16

B'nai Tikvah. Family Shabbat dinner and service. Falafel, Israeli salads, pasta, and Happy Israel 60th Birthday Cake. Vegetarian option. Peanut-free meal. 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 6 p.m. $13 for adults. Children 2-12 are free. Check to Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Write A Family Shabbat Dinner on the envelope. RSVP to Bobbi Binder by May 11, (732) 274-2797 or bobbi.binder@bnaitikvah.org.

Saturday,May 17

USY. Regional Closing Dance. Temple Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 am. $7. RSVP by May 12 to reserve a space on the bus. Information, Jordana Andersen, (732) 422-7457 or Jorde1174@aol.com.

Sunday, May 18

Bris Avrohom. Lag b'Omer Fair. Game booth with prizes, arts and crafts, BBQ, marshmallow toasting, face painting, balloon sculpting, moon bounce with slide, magic show and Grand Raffle. 770 Madison Gardens, Old Bridge. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $7/child Adults: Free. Information, (732) 316-7600 or www.BrisAvrohom.org/OldBridge.

Thursday, May 29

USY. Elections. All members should attend even if not running for a board position. Members in grades 8 -12 can vote. the letter of intent to run for a position due May 17. Youth Lounge, B'nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. 7:30 p.m. Information, Jordana Andersen (732) 422-7457 or Jorde1174@aol.com.

May 30-31

Sunday, June 1

T Israel Day Parade. New York City.

Sunday, June 8

Neve Shalom. Confirmation of Hebrew High School students. Dessert reception followed by night of study. 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 7 p.m. No charge. Information, Hazzan Sheldon Levin, (732) 548-2238.

Sunday, June 22

Jewish Community Center of Western Monmouth & Hadassah. Family Day with the Lakewood BlueClaws. 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood. Game time: 1:05 p.m. JCCWM Members: $11 per adult, $9 per child. Non-members: $12.50 per adult, $10 per child. Deadline for tickets is May 15. Contact Shelley Feingold at shelley@jccwm.com or (732) 683-9300 for reservation information or mail your check to JCCWM, 100 US Highway 9, Suite 7 , Manalapan , NJ 07726, or pay online via PAYPAL: http://www.jccwm.com/payments.shtml.

August 18-25

USY. Summer Encampment for students entering grades 6-12. Register at http://www.hagalilusy.com/hagalilnew/Documents/Encampment%20Brochure%2008.pdf.

singles calendar

Thursday, May 8

Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles (38-60). Screening and discussion of the movie, “Encounterpoint.” Documentary of a former Israeli settler, a Palestinian ex-prisoner, a bereaved Israeli mother and a bereaved Palestinian brother as they risk their lives and public standing to promote non-violence to end the Middle East conflict. Princeton Jewish Center, Nassau Ave, Princeton. 6:45 p.m. To sit with MBJS, RSVP by May 7 to mbjs.rsvp@yahoo.com.

Friday, May 9

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. Shabbat dinner for singles of all ages with Rabbi Daniel Landes, director of the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Israel.
201 South Third Ave., Highland Park. Services begin at 6:45 p.m. Dinner
begins at 8 p.m. $13 for adults. RSVP deadline is May 1, Carrie Lieberstein at
cdlieberstein@aol.com or contact the temple office at (732) 545-6482.

Monday, May 12

Professional and Business Singles Network (40s-60s). After Work Social. “Finding Romance after 40.” Dressy casual attire. Cash bar; complimentary happy hour hors d'oeuvres. Savini Restaurant, 168 W. Crescent Ave., Allendale. 5:30-9 p.m. Membership is not required. Information, Ralph Israel, (610) 348-5544.

Wednesday, May 14

Professional and Business Singles Network. Cranbury Inn Grand Re-Opening After work Social. Topic: Social Interactions. $12 admission. Casual attire. Cash bar. No membership required. 21 South Main St., Cranbury. 5:30 -9 p.m. Information, (610) 348-5544

Thursday, May 15

Professional and Business Singles Network (40+). Harold's Lounge Holiday Inn Parsippany. Spring Dance Party and Cocktail Social. DJ Benny will play top 40 Dance music from the 60s to the 90s. Dressy casual to jacket and tie. Cash bar. No membership required. 707 Rt. 46, East Parsippany. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Light buffet at 8 p.m., networking introductions at 9 p.m. $8 before 8 p.m., $12 after. For more information call (610) 348-5544.

Saturday, May 17

Professional and Business Singles Network (40+). Dance party social. Dressy attire. No membership needed. 50 Bustleton, Pke Bucks County, Pa. 8 p.m. $15 admission, $12 with valid NJ license. For more information call (610) 348-5544.

Sunday, May 18

Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles (38-60). Resources for single caregivers, presented by Julie Feibush, director of Senior Services of the Jewish Family and Children's Services of Greater Mercer County. Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau St., Princeton. 2:30-5:30 p.m. RSVP by May 17 to mbjs.rsvp@yahoo.com. Walk ins welcome but need RSVP for headcount.

Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC. Wine and cheese social. 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater. 4-6 p.m. $5. RSVP by May 15, Lisa Kopman, (908) 725-6994 x206 or Lkopman@ssbjcc.org.

Circle of Single Jewish Friends. Meet and Eat Lunch. The Red Lobster, Rt. 1 South Gill Lane, Iselin. Noon. Price of meal/ tip plus $3. RSVP to Roberta at (908) 668-8450 or roger678@optonline.net.

Monday, May 19

Professional and Business Singles Network (40+). Earlac Prime After Work Social. Topic: Conversation topics on a date. Casual attire. Happy hour. No membership needed. Rt. 202 at Street Road, Lahaska, Pa.5:30-9 p.m. $12 admission, $10 before 6p.m. For more information call (888) 348-5544.

Sunday, May 25

Congregation Etz Chaim-Monroe Township Jewish Center. Sociable Singles. Entertainment, discussions, socializing, refreshments. 11 Cornell Ave., Monroe. 1-4 p.m. $5. Information, (609) 655-5137.

Thursday, May 29

Sunday, June 8th

Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles. Pine Creek Miniature Golf. 394 Route 31 West, Amwell. 1-3 p.m. Members $10. Non-members $15. RSVP by June 6 to mbjs.rsvp@yahoo.com. Include phone in RSVP in case of cancellation due to inclement weather. Or call (609) 613-5222.

Sunday, June 29

Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles (38-60). Softball game. Snacks and beverages provided. Bring bats, mitts, softballs, if you have them. Village Park, Lawrenceville. 2-5 p.m. Members: free. Non-members: $3. RSVP by June 27, mbjs.rsvp@yahoo.com. Include phone in RSVP in case of cancellation due to inclement weather. Or call (609) 613-5222.

Thursday, July 10

Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles. Trenton Thunder game. Bring your kids. Enjoy your music and fireworks. A MBJS will be selected to throw out the first pitch. One Thunder Road, Trenton. Meet at the ticket window at 6 p.m. Member: $6 Non-member: $10 RSVP June 10, (609) 613-5222.