Shalom Torah/CTE in East Windsor . Father and Son learning, "Avos Ubonim" program. Open to fathers and sons of all ages, experience and background. Bring material with you to study together, or we will provide some. Raffles and prizes for participants every week. 6:30-7:30 pm. For more information, contact Rachel Moore at (609) 448 9478 or e-mail racheldmoore@gmail.com.

Starting Shabbat, Nov. 24 a new Biblical Hebrew class will be meeting in the the Ahavas Achim Beit Midrash between Mincha and Maariv. It is intended for adults (men and women) who are already familiar with the Hebrew alphabet (or who can already comfortably "decode" Hebrew) but want to understand what they are reading. By the end of the course the class will be reading (and understanding) excerpts from Megillat Ruth, and other simple narratives from Tanakh. You do not need to "sign up" and occasional participation is welcome. More information (including times for Shabbat Mincha and links for purchasing the textbook) can be found at http://biblicalhebrewclass.googlepages.com. You can also e-mail Berel Beyer for more information at berelbeyer@gmail.com.

Congregation Sons of Israel. The Men’s Club of Congregation Sons of Israel will hold its next Sunday Breakfast 10 a.m. The guest speakers will be Dr. Phil Tutnauer and Marty Mabe speaking on "Post 9/11 Preparing and Responding to a Terrorist Incident In New Jersey." Dr. Tutnauer is a Certified Fire Service Instructor in New Jersey and is certified by the National Fire Academy in Preparing and Responding to a Terroristic Incident for Local Governments. Mabe is a team leader for the Medical Reserve Corps/Community Emergency Response Team and is trained as a Certified First Responder. Congregation Sons of Israel is located on Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan. For further information, please call the office at (732) 446-3000.

Etz Chaim Socialable Singles. Will meet 1-4 p.m. at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave., Monroe Township for entertainment, discussions, socializing and refreshments. Admission $5. For more information call (732) 251-1119.

Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. The next meeting of Chug Ivrit (Hebrew Club) for intermediate to advanced Hebrew speakers will be held at 11 a.m. at a private South Edison/Highland Park area home. We chat in Hebrew, read a short story or article and do a crossword puzzle. Chug Ivrit is sponsored by the Raritan Valley Chapter of Hadassah. It is free and open to both men and women. You don't need to be a member of Hadassah to attend. For location and more information, contact Rachel Weintraub at (732) 819-9298 or e-mail rachel@weintraubworld.net.

Temple Emanu-El. On Nov. 26-30 the Temple's Library Committee will hold its annual Book Fair. New books, telling stories old and new with a Jewish theme, will be on sale. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Congregation Beth-El Congregation Beth-El, 91 Jefferson Bld, Edison will hold its Sisterhood and Men’s Club paid-up-membership event 7 p.m. A light dinner is planned with a Las Vegas-style show starring Jerry Spathis performing as Frank Sinatra. Please contact Allison Steinbach or Scott Raiman at (732) 985-7272 for details and reservations.

The JCC of Central New Jersey. The JCC of Central New Jersey located at 1391 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains will host Sharon Duke Estroff, author of Can I Have a Cell Phone for Hanukkah?, who will address the unique issues that come with raising a Jewish child at 7:30 p.m. Full information about the author events, including fees, is available at http://www.jccnj.org/JewishBookFestival2007-08.pdf. For more information on the Jewish Book Festival, please contact Michele Dreiblatt at mdreiblatt@jccnj.org or (908) 889-8800, ext. 205.

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth has several USY programs planned that are open to all Jewish students of high school age. The events are also open to non-USYers on a trial basis. A Pajama Party tonight will feature board games, finger painting and watching TV. All USY programs begin at 7 p.m. at the Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth on corner of South Third Avenue and Benner Street, Highland Park. For more information email Josh at usyhighlandpark@gmail.com.

Manaloshen Jewish Discussion Group will meet at 1 p.m. at the Manchester Civic Center on Route 37 and colonial Drive. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. For information call Julius at (732) 323-8225 or Joseph at (732) 323-0090.

Temple Beth El of Somerset. 9th Annual Dr. Michael Fink memorial lecture. Dr. Kerry Olitzky, Executive Director of Jewish Outreach Institute will speak on interfaith grandchildren and what to say when your child brings home a non-Jew. Lecture will be followed by question and answer session and light refreshments. Books written by
Olitzky will be available for signing. For further information, contact the synagogue at (732) 873-2325.

Congregation B'nai Tikvah and JCC of North and South Brunswick. The Fifty Plus Group will meet on at 1 p.m. in the Social Hall at Congregation B’nai Tikvah. Robin Kessler of R & D Internet Associates will talk about purchasing and repairing computers, computer basics, ways to protect your computer. Please call in advance to reserve your place to insure that we have a sufficient supply of handouts and other surprises. This program is free. Members, prospective members, and guests are welcome. Please RSVP before Nov. 15 by calling Madeline at (732) 297-4240 or Doris at (609) 860-1498. Refreshments will be served. Congregation B’nai Tikvah/JCC is located at 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, just off Route 1. For directions or additional information about B’nai Tikvah, call the synagogue office at (732) 297-0696 or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Jewish Family & Children’s Service will hold a special event 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the East Windsor Senior Center. Janice S. Mironov, Mayor of East Windsor, will share important issues facing the township. Bring questions, concerns, suggestions and ideas. Refreshments will be served. The event will be held at the East Windsor Senior Center, 40 Lanning Blvd., East Windsor. To RSVP to this event, please call Linda Meyer, Aging in Place Program Coordinator, at (609) 987-8100, or e-mail her at lmeyer@jfcsonline.org.

Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Monmouth County, located at 22 School Road East, Marlboro, will hold a Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night starting with registration at 7 pm, and the "Shuffle and Deal" beginning at 8 p.m. The top 10 finishers will have the opportunity to select prizes including a large screen television, one-year membership to a health club, sporting event tickets or other items. Those who register before Nov. 15 will receive additional chips. Refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact the school at (732) 431-5525 or e-mail thinkssds@optonline.net.

Congregation Beth Israel of Scotch Plains will hold a USY Movie Auction Fundraiser today. Call (908) 889-1830 or visit www.cbinj.org for details.

Temple Emanu-El. College Reunion Service focusing on young men and women who have gone on to the next rung in the ladder of growth and success. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Temple Emanu-El. Fall Congregational Meeting at 8 p.m. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Temple Emanu-El. A three-session course, Jewish History: The First 2,000 Years, taught by Rabbi Doug Sagal will be presented on 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 and 20 at Temple Emanu-El of Westfield. The class will delve into significant events from the time of Abraham to the fall of the Second Temple. Learn the chronology of our earliest history. No fee. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Congregation Beth Israel. Congregation Beth Israel, 18 Shalom Way, Scotch Plains. (908) 889-1830. Dr. Ilyse O'Desky will be presenting "Treat The Child, Not The Diagnosis," at CBI at 7 p.m. She will speak about the symptom overlap in ADHD/Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Asperger's Disorder and Non-Verbal Learning Disorder and how parents may best address these issues. The event is free. Please call the synagogue office to pre-register.

YM-YWHA of Union County, 501 Green Lane, Union at 7 p.m. Goldy Mandel will hold a Chanukah Cookie Basket Workshop. Participants will bake and create special cookies, and package them for gifts. The price is $8 ($5 for Y members). For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

YWHA of UNION. 7 p.m. Chanukah Cooking Workshop - Potato Pancakes. Cost $8 per person. YWHA of UNION, 501 Green Lane, Union. Call (908) 289-8112.

JCC of North and South Brunswick. Shorashim in Concert. Classic Caterers Sisterhood Paid-up Membership Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Music and dessert open to the public at 8 p.m. for $10 admission. RSVP by Nov. 21 to Brenda at (732) 940-1110 or e-mail caryl@comcast.net. For sound clips and information on the Shrashim group, visit www.shrashimmusic.com.

The Union County Torah Center will be having a Chassidic Farbrengen in honor of Yud Tes Kislev (the 19^th day of Kislev) at 8 p.m. at the Torah Center, 509 Central Ave., Westfield. The 19^th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev (Yud-Tes Kislev) is the day on which Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, was freed from his severe imprisonment in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1798. A farbrengen is an informal gathering in which people get together to celebrate their Judaism by means of song, stories, and words of inspiration. Rabbi Dovid Sholom Pape will lead the farbrengen discussing the history of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement along with relating inspiring Chassidic stories. The Farbrengen is open to the public and free of charge. For more information please call the Center at (908) 789-5252 or e-mail info@torahcenter.org.

Temple Sha’arey Shalom, 78 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield is sponsoring a day trip for the Renaissance Group for adults aged 49+ to the Culinary Institute of America and a glassblowing demonstration at nearby Gilmore Glass. The cost for the day is $75. Contact Marge Grossbarth or Arlene Newman through the Temple office, (973) 379-5387 for more information and reservations.

Congregation Sons of Israel. Will hold its 90^th anniversary celebration with a concert by Chava Alberstein of Israel starting 8 p.m. General admission is $36, seniors and students are $30. For more information call (732) 446-3000. Congregation Sons of Israel is located at Gordons Corner Road in MANALAPAN.

Jewish Family & Children’s Service. From 2-3 p.m. Physical Therapist Jerri Blitzer of Princeton-Rutgers Neurology will again present an informative program on Balance and Aging. Learn how to prevent balance disorders that can cause profound disruptions in your daily life. This event is free to all seniors and will be held at Stonebridge at Montgomery, 100 Hollinshead Spring Road, Skillman. To RSVP please call Linda Meyer, Aging in Place Program Coordinator, at (609) 987-8100 or e-mail her at lmeyer@jfcsonline.org.

Jewish Learning Center of Monmouth County. A three part series on "Authentic Prophecies, Past and Future" will be held at the Jewish Learning Center of Monmouth County, beginning Nov. 29 at 7:45 p.m. The topics to be discussed in this course include the definition of true prophecy, biblical prophecies (both those that have already been fulfilled and those that refer to future events), and a 2,000-year-old prophecy that describes the ascension of Iran as a world power player. The series is $18 per person. To register, or for more information, please call (732) 683-0244.

Temple Emanu-El. At 7 p.m. a Family Service will be held featuring the temple’s third-graders. Following services, there will be an open discussion for families of all backgrounds addressing the issues surrounding the upcoming holiday season. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. in Highland Park, will hold the Dr. Julius and Ethel Mintz Shabbaton on Nov. 30-Dec. 1 led by Rabbi Elliot Dorff, reknowned Judaic scholar who will explore some of today’s most significant and challenging issues in Jewish law. Topics will range from Jewish Medical Ethics, Jewish law in Conservative Judaism and the future of Conservative Judaism as well as the Jewish view of sex in today’s world, including a discussion of homosexuality and Conservative Judaism.

Temple Emanu-El. All are welcome to attend Shabbat services 8:15 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El of Westfield, it launches the Friday Night Spirituality Series with Rabbi Andrea Weiss, PhD, of the Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion in New York a professor of Bible at HUC-JIR, and associate editor of the new WRJ/URJ Press Women’s Torah Commentary who will address how the new commentary reflects the contemporary quest for spiritual meaning. The series will continue with journalist and author Lary Bloom, whose memoir of his experience as a Jewish soldier in Vietnam will be published by the URJ Press. Other future speakers include Star-Ledger columnist Paul Mulshine, and Jewish Community Center of Central NJ Director, Barak Hermann. Temple Emanu-El is located at 756 E. Broad St., Westfield. For more information, please contact Carolyn Shane, Executive Director at (908) 232-6770.

Brotherhood of Temple Shalom. Brotherhood of Temple Shalom will hold an art and memorabilia auction at Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen, at 8 p.m. with previews starting at 7 p.m Art includes limited edition lithographs and etchings, as well as original oil paintings, animation cells and sports memorabilia. Opening bids are below retail. Many winning bids in the past have come in under $100. All art work is custom framed, designed and matted. Artists to be featured include Ansel Adams, Chagall, Delacroix, Wyeth and more. Cost is $10 per person in advance , $15 at the door. Food and drinks will be served. All proceeds go to the Brotherhood of Temple Shalom, which uses donations for work in the community. Visit www.marlinart.com for pre-auction peaks. For more information, call the temple office at (732) 566-2621 or visit www.templeshalomnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Temple Emanu-El of WESTFIELD hosts its monthly Tiny Tot Shabbat 9:30 a.m. A wonderful Shabbat experience for kids 5 and under who like to dance, sing and make craft projects. Learn about Shabbat and different Jewish themes through story and art. Parents and grandparents are welcome, too. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Mitzvah Day. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Congregation Neve Shalom. Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will hold a goods and services auction at 7:30 p.m. Items include trips, hotel packages, vacation homes, sporting events tickets, theater tickets, gift items, restaurant gift certificates, retail store certificates, fine art and more. Admission is $9 per person and includes coffee and dessert. For information call (732) 548-2238.

Manchester Hadassah. Willow Hall, 7 p.m Lenore Matlin and Ellen Rosen will be honored on having become Bat Mitzvah. There will be a special guest speaker from the Southern New Jersey Region. There will also be a belated Chanukah with traditional refreshments; background music by The Jerusalem Children’s Chorus and a representative from the Manchester Police Department to accept gifts of new, unwrapped, toys. Everyone is asked to bring a toy and enjoy the Mitzvah of giving. These toys will be donated to needy children in our area. For information call Roz Sachs at (732) 408-9854.

Anshe Emeth’s Gan Yeladeem of NEW BRUNSWICK Chai Baby, a new free play group and support group for parents with infants/toddlers, will run 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday mornings starting Dec. 1 at the infant room at Anshe Emeth’s Gan Yeladeem for infants/toddlers from birth to 2 years and their parents. The demands of infants/toddlers can make it difficult for parents to regularly participate in Anshe Emeth’s Saturday morning community of learning, prayer, and socializing. This play group/support group was created by two new moms who wanted a class/activity option that was appropriate for the "under 2" crowd and that would allow both parents to participate. Chai Baby invites infants/toddlers and their parents to gather for unstructured play and socializing on Saturday mornings. Although at least one parent must stay with their child at all times, Chai Baby is timed so that parents can trade off attending other Anshe Emeth activities. Moms’ and dads’ nights out and family field trips are in the works. For more information and to let us know that you will be joining us, please contact: Anna Dulin at (732) 790-2803 or Julia Robinson at (732) 287-0550.

Shalom Torah/CTE in East Windsor. Father and Son learning, "Avos Ubonim" program. Open to fathers and sons of all ages, experience and background. Bring material with you to study together, or we will provide some. Raffles and prizes for participants every week. 6:30-7:30 pm. For more information, contact Rachel Moore at (609) 448 9478 or e-mail racheldmoore@gmail.com.

East Brunswick Jewish Center Adult Theater Group, under the direction of Bobbi Blumenthal, proudly presents How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Shows are 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 and 2 p.m. Dec. 2 at 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Advance tickets are available at the EBJC office (732) 257-7070. Adults $18, seniors $15 and children under 20/college students $10. Tickets purchased at the door are $2 higher per category. For more information call David Blumenthal (732) 254-7676, ext. 112.

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, (732) 545-6484, http://aemt.net. At 2:30 p.m. Film: Walk on the Water (2004) American born Israeli director Eytan Fox lenses this contemporary road movie that takes its Israeli characters to Berlin as they attempt to understand the role that the past still plays in the lives of young Israeli and German people.

YWHA of UNION. Blood Drive (NJ Blood Services) 10 a.m.-3 p.m. YWHA of UNION, 501 Green Lane, Union. Call (908) 289-8112.

YM-YWHA of Union County, 501 Green Lane, Union Dec. 2-9 the annual Jewish Book & Gift Sale will open in the lobby. For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

Temple Emanu-El. Mitzvah Day. Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

YWHA of UNION. Concert pianist Emma Mamayeva will perform 12 p.m. in a Chanukah Concert held at the YM-YWHA of Union County. The concert will be a mix of classical, Yiddish music and popular show tunes, folk songs, and Israeli tunes. Emma has thrilled audiences throughout NJ with her amazing talent and musical gifts. The Funday consist of Tai Chi exercise program, brunch and the piano recital. The cost of the day is $3 for members and $5 for nonmembers. The program is open to everyone. Please call Susan for reservations at (908) 289-8112

Congregation B’nai Tikvah/JCC, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick. Karen Ostrove, a notable storytelling illustrator of Jewish children’s books, will visit B’nai Tikvah’s religious school this morning. Her award winning and very popular books include: Only Nine Chairs; Poppy Seeds, Too; Modi’in Motel; Fins and Scales; Tuvia, the Tiny Teacher; It all Began with a Doormat; A Yom Kippur Think; Like a Knot in My Shoelace; and Family Rhymes for Jewish Times. In addition Ostrove is also a ventriloquist and she and her puppet, Zelda the Bird, team up to tell how books are made. Everyone is invited. The Jewish Book Fair will be available for parents and children on 9 a.m.-12:05 p.m.;Dec. 4-5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Dec. 9 9 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. For more information, call the Religious School office at 732-297-0295 or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org.

Temple Beth El of the Shore in Oakhurst will have Shirav in concert, an interactive, energetic, exciting pre-Chanukah concert for kids and families at 4 p.m. The dynamic duo of Jewish folk-rock music, Shirav, will light up the temple with music designed to get the entire audience singing and swinging. Advance tickets for the concert are $10 for adults, $15 at the door. Children and teens admitted free for this event. This concert is the first of three in a concert series. On Feb. 9, 2008, the Temple will present Chronicles: A Jewish Life at the Classical Piano, with rabbi and composer/pianist Moshe Cotel. On June 1, 2008, Temple Beth El will celebrate the 60^th anniversary of the creation of the State of Israel with a concert featuring the New Jersey Cantors Concert Ensemble. For more information about any of the concerts in the 2007-2008 Temple Beth El Cantor’s Concert Series, call Hazzan Marcia Lane at (732) 531-0300, ext 18.

Temple Sha’arey Shalom, 78 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield, 1:30 p.m. Chanukah Brunch and winter coat drive. Traditional potato pancakes, crafts and entertainment for the kids, and shopping opportunities for all. Cost is $5 per child for crafts. Blood pressure screening available sponsored by the Temple Congregational Nurse program.Contact Marge Grossbarth or Arlene Newman through the Temple office, (973) 379-5387 for more information and reservations.

Freehold Jewish Center is offering a Chanukah Workshop to all members of the Jewish community of Freehold at 10 a.m.. This newly designed interactive program was specially created for Jews with limited Jewish knowledge or background, to help them gain an appreciation and an understanding of the history, customs, and rituals associated with Chanukah. For more information about the Chanukah Workshop, call Freehold Jewish Center at (732) 462-0254, or NJOP at 800-44-TORAH.

Chabad of North and South Brunswick. North Brunswick Township Menorah Lighting at Town Hall, 710 Herman Road, North Brunswick at 5:30 p.m. For information call (732) 522-5505 or e-mail rabbi@southbrunswickchabad.com.

At 5 p.m. the second annual menorah lighting in Jackson Township will be held. At that time an eight-foot tall menorah, donated to the town last year by the Women of Bat Shalom Hadassah, The Westlake Yiddish Club and Rabbi Yosef Carlebach, executive director of the Chabad House-Lubevitch of Rutgers University, New Brunswick and Chabad House-Lubevitch of Central and South New Jersey, will be lit. Everyone is invited to come to Town Hall at 4:30 p.m. to have some refreshments with us (tea, hot chocolate and jelly doughnuts) and assist in celebrating the 2nd Annual Menorah Lighting with all of us.

Chabad. In the spirit of Chanukah, Chabad will light up the night with a 9-foot menorah, proudly on display in the front of the Chabad Jewish Center, 3048 Valley Road, Basking Ridge. Hebrew School and Zimmer Preschool students and their parents, together with the entire community, are invited to join us for Menorah lighting and Chanukah holiday treats. 5 p.m. following Hebrew School.

Edison Township Menorah Lighting and Chanukah celebration at 6:30 p.m. at the JCC of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Music, entertainment, light refreshments. For information call Jennie Shpigel at (732) 494-3232, ext. 621.

From 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the Senior Department of the YM-YWHA of Union is holding its annual Chanukah Party Luncheon featuring musical entertainment by Tuvia Zimber. The dinner will include delicious roast chicken dinner potato latkes, salad, fruit cup and dessert. There music is a blend of Israeli, Yiddish and contemporary classics. The cost of this party is $5 for members and $7 for non-members. Please call Susan and make reservations at (908) 289-8112. RSVP by Dec 3.

Temple Emanu-El. 5 p.m. Menorah Lighting at Woodbridge Town Hall, 1 Main St. Woodbridge.

Chabad. Third night of Chanukah Menorah lighting in Warren. For the 4^th consecutive year, a large 9-foot menorah will stand proudly below the large flag in flag plaza, 61 Mountain Ave., Warren to share the Chanukah message with passersby. At 6 p.m. a special celebration will take place with community representatives and leaders participating. Piping hot latkas and traditional Chanukah gelt will be shared. The whole community is welcome.

Temple B’nai Shalom Social Action Committee. The Devil Came on Horseback, a film exposing the on-going tragedy in Sudan as seen through the eyes of one American witness, will be shown 7:30 p.m. at the East Brunswick Library, 2 Jean Walling Dr., East Brunswick. Sponsored by Temple B’nai Shalom Social Action Committee and Community on Conscience – NJ. Suggested donation: $5. Money goes to the Solar Cooker Project of Jewish World Watch. For more information, contact leslieklein@comcast.net

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, (732) 545-6484, http://aemt.net. At 7 p.m. Shabbat Le’ladeem, a special Shabbat service for young children Babies through second graders are welcome to join us with their families for a Shabbat service filled with music, stories, prayer, and a special Oneg Shabbat. After this 30-minute program, join us for services in the sanctuary.

Temple Emanu-El. Experience the joy of Shabbat Hallelu, an erev Shabbat service in song at 7:45 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, Westfield. All are welcome to worship, sing and dance in the aisles with people of all ages. A Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 p.m. is also offered. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Temple Emanu-El. Family Chanukah Dinner at 6:15 p.m. and Family Service at 7:30 p.m. Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Congregation Beth Israel of Scotch Plains. The Sisterhood Shabbat Family Dinner and Hanukkah Show will be at 6 p.m. Please contact Rachel Scharf at (908) 232-8715 or Claire Bornstein at (908) 789-1215 for more information.

Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will hold a family service and Chanukah Dinner. The service starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by the dinner. Cost is $15 per adult, $5 per child under 12, children under 2 are free. For information call (732) 548-2238, ext. 14 or e-mail can2r11@aol.com RSVP by Dec. 2.

Temple Sha’arey Shalom, 78 S. Springfield Ave., Sprinfield, 6:30 p.m. Tot Shabbat. Children to age 6 and their families are introduced to Shabbat through songs, prayers, puppets, stories, and special surprises. At 8 p.m. Chanukah lighting. Bring your own menorah. Contact Marge Grossbarth or Arlene Newman through the Temple office, (973) 379-5387 for more information and reservations.

Temple Emanu-El. Temple Emanu-El of WESTFIELD Simchat Shabbat worship service will be held 9-10:15 a.m. 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. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

Highland Park Conservative Temple – Congregation Anshe Emeth will revisit a film classic as it screens The Pawnbroker at 8 p.m. The film, which is rated R for adult content and brief nudity, runs 116 minutes and will be shown at the synagogue, 201 South Third Avenue in Highland Park. In the film, Rod Steiger gives an Oscar-nominated performance as the embittered survivor of a Nazi death camp who cannot escape the ghosts of his past. A talk and audience discussion, led Rabbi James S. Diamond, will immediately follow the screening. This film screening and talk are open to the with a $5 donation suggested, but not required. Additional screenings in the series include James' Journey to Jerusalem on Jan. 5, Only Human Feb. 2, Close to Home on March 1 and Strange Fruit on April 5.

Hadassah Young Women of Raritan Valley is having a Chanukah Party 7 p.m. in Highland Park. This event features food, fun and friends. Learn about "Being Your Own Maccabee." Party is free admission but you can do a mitzvah by donating a gift to a senior instead. To join Hadassah Young Women of Raritan Valley and receive next year’s membership free contact Marnie at (732) 816-4712 or e-mail YWHadassahEvents@yahoo.com

Temple Emanu-El. Craig Taubman is coming to Temple Emanu-El for a Family Chanukah Concert at 1 pm. Tickets will be available shortly through the Temple office. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will hold a blood drive. For an appointment call Bruce Levin at (732) 906-1922 or visit neveshalomblooddrive2yahoo.com.

Chabad Jewish Center. Community Family Chanukah Party and Menorah Lighting. Experience the story of Chanukah to the beat of a drum with Drumming Tales, at the Chabad Jewish Center, 3048 Valley Road, Basking Ridge at 5 p.m. Refreshments, Chanukah crafts, drumming tales, Chanukah game show and fun for the whole family. RSVP at ChabadCentral.org or call (908) 604.8844. Cost: $10. At 7 p.m. the whole community is welcome to join in the Menorah lighting under the giant 9-foot menorah at the Chabad Jewish Center.

Chabad Jewish Center. Adult Chanukah party. Chabad Jewish Center, 3048 Valley Road, Basking Ridge will host an Adult Chanukah Party from 7-9 p.m. with hot latkas and Chanukah gelt and a Chanukah Game show. RSVP at ChabadCentral.org or call (908) 604.8844. Cost: $10.

Chabad of Union County will celebrate Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, at its annual public menorah lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. at the Fanwood train station on North Avenue, off of Martine Avenue. Following the lighting, everyone is invited to Chanukah festivities at the Chabad Jewish Center, 193 South Ave., Fanwood, half a block from the train station. The event will feature the building of a large CLICS menorah made from these unique building blocks. Hot latkes and donuts will be served. There will be Chanukah crafts and fun for the whole family. For more information, call (908) 790-0008, e-mail rabbi@ChabadUC.com or visit us on the web at www.ChabadUC.com.

Etz Chaim, 11 Cornell Ave., Monroe. Annual Potluck Chanukah Party. 3 p.m. Entertainment by the Matzo Balls and the Gesher L’keher Theater Troupe. Bring a kosher food item to be shared: fruit, nuts, baked goods, etc. RSVP by Dec. 3. Cost $5 per adult, children under 13 free. For information call (732) 251-1119. To provide entertainment call Stephanie Belzer (732) 251-9499.

Chabad of North and South Brunswick. Chanukah on Ice program 4-6 p.m. Includes giant menorah carving and lighting, family skate time, music and entertainment, dreidels, hot lakes and donuts. Princeton Sports Center, 1000 Cornwall Road, Monmouth junction. Cost $8 per person, includes skate rental. Call (732) 522-5505 or e-mail rabbi@southbrunswickchabad.com.

During the next simulcast of the 92nd Street Y lectures at EBJC Steve Martin, Emmy and Grammy award-winning actor, performer and writer, will be heard speaking about his most recent book Born Standing Up: A Comics Life at 7:30 p.m. at EBJC, 111 Ryders Lane East Brunswick. Call (732) 257-7070 for information.

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth has several USY programs planned that are open to all Jewish students of high school age. The events are also open to non-USYers on a trial basis, but membership is eventually needed to participate year round. A Chanukah Extravaganza will be held today featuring latkes, dreidels, a gift exchange and candy. All USY programs begin at 7 p.m. at the Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth on corner of South Third Avenue and Benner Street, Highland Park. For more information email Josh at usyhighlandpark@gmail.com.

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Will meet 7:30 p.m. at the Concordia Congregation for a Chanukah celebration. The Mandolin Players of Clearbrook will perform. Refreshment will be served.

Chabad of North and South Brunswick. South Brunswick Township Menorah Lighting at at Monmouth Mobile Home Park, 4017 Route 1, South Brunswick at 6 p.m. For information call (732) 522-5505 or e-mail rabbi@southbrunswickchabad.com.

Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point and Blink discusses what he has been up to at 7:45 p.m. at EBJC, 111 Ryders Lane East Brunswick. Call (732) 257-7070 for information.

Temple Emanu-El. Sisterhood Chanukah Party, 7:30 p.m. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Temple Emanu-El of WESTFIELD will knit and crochet blankets 7:30 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, Westfield, or bring your works in progress or finished works to be donated to children with cancer and soldiers in Iraq through Project Linus. Blankets may be any size from 2’ x 3’ and larger, and must be made from new, washable materials except wool. Help warm bodies and souls. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org.

From 1 to 2 pm, Mercer County Surrogate Diane Gerofsky will speak at the Twin Rivers Library 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor, on the role of the Surrogate Court which is involved in matters such as contested probate, estate accounting reviews, insolvencies, appointment of guardians for incapacitated persons and actions to remove fiduciaries. Participants will be able to ask questions pertaining to their own circumstances. To RSVP, call Linda Meyer, Coordinator of Aging in Place programs at (609) 987-8100, or e-mail her at lmeyer@jfcsonline.org. Please respond by Dec. 7.

Temple Emanu-El. Junior Youth Group Pizza Party, 6 p.m. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, (732) 545-6484, http://aemt.net. The Music of Naomi Shemer (1930-2004). Shemer was one of Israel ’s most important and prolific songwriters, considered by many to be "The First Lady of Israeli Song." Her virtuosic use of the Hebrew language and her stirring melodies combined to create some of Israel ’s most readily identified anthems, such as Yerushalayim Shel Zahav and Al Kol Eilaeh. Cantor Ott will be joined by Makhelat Anshe Emet and Shirei Emet in this musical tribute to one of Israel ’s great musical figures.

Congregation Ahavas Yisrael is sponsoring a Shlock Rock concert featuring Lenny Solomon and band in concert at 8 p.m. at Rabbi Pesach Raymon Yeshiva, 2 Harrison St., Edison. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for children. A number of sponsorship packages are also available. Ticket information is available by calling Rachel (732) 985-0649 or Rachel (732) 985-5210, as well as, Shlockrockedison@hotmail.com. Tickets can also be purchased at Judaica Gallery, 300 Raritan Ave., Highland Park.

Shalom Torah/CTE in East Windsor. Father and Son learning, Avos Ubonim program. Open to fathers and sons of all ages, experience and background. Bring material with you to study together, or we will provide some. Raffles and prizes for participants every week. 6:30-7:30 pm. For more information, contact Rachel Moore at (609) 448 9478 or e-mail racheldmoore@gmail.com.

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth announces a program full of fun for children in grades one and up (no younger siblings please). Children will have an opportunity to "kick up their heels" at the second annual Israeli Dance Workshop at 6:45 p.m. at the Highland Park Temple on South Third Avenue and Benner Street, Highland Park. This program, led by Morah Vera Galleid, is for beginners and advanced dancers. This program is open to all who wish to participate. Parents are invited to dance along with us. Snacks will be provided and admission is free. Please RSVP and direct any questions to Sherri Lerner at (732) 545.6232 or sherrilerner@hotmail.com by Dec. 7.

The Orthodox Forum of Edison/Highland Park. Will hold the second event of the 5768 series Motzei Shabbat at 8 p.m. at Congregation Ohav Emeth, 415 Raritan Ave., Highland Park. Rabbi David Zwiebel, Executive Vice President for Government and Public Affairs and Agudath Israel of America, and Session Chair Dr. Marc Hanfling will speak on "Separation of Church and State: Is it Good for the Jews?" including what role should government play in: promoting religious values? Supporting religious education? regulating religious institutions? accommodating religious practices? andintervening in religious problems?

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor presents Mr. Ray 2-3 p.m. This rocking show is family-friendly music. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $5 per family. Refreshments will be sold. From more information, please call the synagogue office at (609) 443-4454. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor.

YM-YWHA of Union County, 501 Green Lane, Union post-Chanukah Chanukah Concert 1 p.m. At 1:30 p.m.. Yosi will bring his musical talent to children and adults. Tickets are $15 at the door, $10 in advance ($8 and $5 for Y Members). Also, on that day for the adults at 2:30 p.m. will be the Jewish movie "The Schwartz Dynasty" with a post-film discussion ($3/$2). For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

Sons of Israel Men’s Club Sunday Breakfast MANALAPAN. The Men’s Club of Congregation Sons of Israel will hold its next Sunday Breakfast 10 a.m. The guest speakers will be Dr. Larry S. Arbeitman and Dr. Jason A. Weniger. They will be speaking on The Healing Art of Upper Cervical Chiropractic. Congregation Sons of Israel is located on Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan. For further information, please call the office at (732) 446-3000.

A program entitled Internet Predators – A Parent's Guide to the Internet will be held at 10:30 a.m. at Freehold Jewish Center, 59 Broad St., Freehold with Garrett Husveth, Computer Forensic Examiner and court-qualified forensic expert with more than 16 years of experience in network security who routinely investigates online stalking. For information call Rabbi Kenneth Greene at (732) 462-0254 or e-mail RabGreene@gmail.com.

Judaica Central Botique, 2014 Route 22, Scotch Plains. Meet the Author event. Esther Saves, author of Adam Sternglass. 7 p.m. Call Deborah or Susan at (908) 322-4757 or e-mail judaicacentral@netscape.net.

Congregation Sons of Israel will host winter blood drive and welcomes adults that are 17 years of age and older to donate blood. The blood drive will take place from 5–9 p.m. at Congregation Sons of Israel, 33 Gordons Corner Road, Manalapan. For further information or to set up an appointment, please call Gail Cohen at (732) 446-9413.

The Alisa Chapter of Hadassah will celebrate Chanukah at 7:15 p.m. at the Applegarth Middle School Library on Applegarth Road in Monroe Township. Will play an original game, "J-JINGO" which is a combination of Jewish Jeopardy and Bingo. Bring a $5 anonymous gift for the grab bag.

Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah. Will hold its annual Buffet Brunch and Card Party at 11:30 a.m. at Monroe Village on Half Acre Road. Cost is $22 per person. Proceeds benefit Young Judaea projects. RSVP to Anita P. at (860) 1609 or Anita B. at (609) 395-7535.

YM-YWHA of Union County 501 Green Lane, Union Will feature the Ta’am Israeli Cooking Class preparing Tel-Aviv Stir-fry recipes. ($5 members/$8 others) For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

Judaica Central Botique, 2014 Route 22, Scotch Plains. Ladies Night Out event. The Three Rs: Refreshments, Reflexology and Relaxation. 7 p.m. Call Deborah or Susan at (908) 322-4757 or e-mail judaicacentral@netscape.net.

Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will have a guest speaker Professor Ken Moss of John Hopkins University speak on Language and Jewish Identity at 8 p.m. For information call Hazzan Sheldon Levin at (732) 548-2238, ext. 14 or e-mail can2r11@aol.com.

Temple Emanu-El. Shabbat Alive! 7 p.m. Temple Emanu-El is located at 100 James St., Edison. For information call Lee Liss at (732) 369-3270.

Temple Emanu-El. Temple Emanu-El of WESTFIELD Simchat Shabbat worship service will be held 9-10:15 a.m. 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. Contact: Carolyn Shane, (908) 232-6770 or cshane@tewnj.org

Shalom Torah/CTE in East Windsor. Father and Son learning, "Avos Ubonim" program. Open to fathers and sons of all ages, experience and background. Bring material with you to study together, or we will provide some. Raffles and prizes for participants every week. 6:30-7:30 pm. For more information, contact Rachel Moore at (609) 448 9478 or e-mail racheldmoore@gmail.com.

The Highland Park Conservative Temple Congregation Anshe Emeth will hold the "Rabbi Hershel Matt-20^th Yahrzeit Commemoration and Lecture" at 10 a.m. at the Highland Park Conservative Temple on South Third Avenue and Benner Street, Highland Pak. Presenters will be Dr. Daniel Matt and Jewish Theological Seminary Chancellor Arnold M. Eisen. Admission is free and a light breakfast will be served. For additional information call the Temple office at (732) 545.6482.

Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will hold a trip to Atlnatic City. For information call Lou Eisenberg at (732) 548-1996.

Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen will hold a New Year’s Eve Party starting 9 p.m. Music by Pulse Entertainment. Cost $85 per couple, $43 per person. To RSVP by Dec. 11 call Lou at (732) 381-0014 or Abe at (732) 494-6427.

YM-YWHA of Union County 501 Green Lane, Union Annual Raffle Party 6 p.m. $100/ ticket. Winter Classes (10 weeks) will also begin including aquarics, exercise, art and yoga. For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

YM-YWHA of Union County 501 Green Lane, Union. Challah Baking Workshop at 7 p.m. with Goldy. Cost $5. For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

JCC of North and South Brunswick. Passover Poker Party. At 7:30 p.m. Includes raffle and silent auction. Cost in advance by Jan. 2 is $18 per person, $36 per couple; $25 and $50 respectively at the door. Checks made payable to B’nai Tikvah may be sent to Serena Blackin, 3 Pilgrim Run, East Brunswick, NJ 08816. Please note Passover Poker Party in memo.

Congregation Knesseth Israel 229 Mountain Ave., Bound Brook, will hold a Mitzvah Day 9:30-11:30 a.m. "Bagging for Charity" at Shoprite in Bound Brook. It will be bagging groceries, selling magnets and bracelets and raising money for ELI, the Israel Association for Child Protection.

YM-YWHA of Union County 501 Green Lane, Union. Ta'am Israeli, recipes from Jerusalem at 7:15 p.m. with Goldy. Cost $5. For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

YM-YWHA of Union County 501 Green Lane, Union. Swing Band Party with the National Council of Jewish Women 1-3 p.m. Free and open to all. For more information on any of these upcoming programs, please call the Y Office at (908) 289-8112.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Beginner’s Talmud with Rabbi Bryan Kinzbrunner. 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. Rambam-Maimonides and commentary with Rabbi Bassous. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3839.

Congregation Ohr Torah. Parsha of the Week for women with Rebbitzen Eichenstein. 48 Edgemount Rd., EDISON. 8 p.m. Aviva Siegel: (732) 572-4408.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Explanation of T’filah with Rabbi Glaser. (First Mon. of the month) 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Rabbi Jacob Joseph Yeshiva. Sefer Hamitzvot with Rabbi Eichenstein. 2 Harrison St., EDISON. 8 p.m. (732) 572-5052

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Talmud-Kesubot with Rabbi Botnick. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Hilchot Shabbat with Avi Bodlander. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Hilchot Tefillah with Dr. Presby. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Ohr Torah. Selected Teshuvo of R.M. Feinstein with Rabbi Luban. 48 Edgemount Rd., EDISON. 9:10 p.m. (732) 777-6840.

Jewish Learning Center Community Synagogue. Daf Yomi with Rabbi Chaim Veshnefsky. 138 Pine Brook Road, MANALAPAN. 9:15 pm (732) 683-0244.

Jewish Center of Princeton. Yiddish Readers meet 1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday afternoons. Readers of all levels welcome. For information call Sandie Rabinowitz at (609) 452-9130 or Marge Horowitz at (609) 759-3262.

Congregation Anshe Emeth. in Highland Park Rabbi Eliot Malomet will conduct the class "A Journey through Jewish Poetry" 12-1:15 p.m. Mondays throughout the year at the Highland Park Conservative Temple on S. Third Avenue and Benner Street. This class will focus on examining great Jewish poets throughout the ages. There is no cost for Temple members and a nominal fee of $10 for non-members. An optional lunch is served at a cost of $3. Please call the Temple office at (732) 545-6482 for additional information.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Poile Zedek. "Lunch and Learn" with Rabbi Mykoff. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. Noon. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Parsha of the Week for women with Rabbi Kaufman. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 1:30 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Bris Avrohom. Kabbalah and the Bible. 770 Madison Gardens, OLD BRIDGE. 8-9 p.m. (732) 316-0300.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Talmud-Sanhedrin with Rabbi Kaminetsky. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation B’nai Tikvah. Men’s basketball. Open court. 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, NORTH BRUNSWICK. 8 p.m. Free to synagogue members; non-members pay $7 per session. (732) 297-0696.

Congregation Poile Zedek. Partners in Torah— Study with your own private rabbi from Lakewood. Refreshments and Ma'ariv follow. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 8:10 p.m. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Kitzur Shulchan Aruch with Avi Kamelhar. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Ahavas Yisrael. Shabbos: Halachos & Haskafos with Rabbi Jaffe. 1587 Rte. 27, EDISON. 8 p.m.

Mishnei-Proverbs for women with Dr. Presby. 467 Lincoln Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m.

Temple Shalom. Bible Study sponsored by the Sisterhood, 5 Ayrmont Lane, ABERDEEN. 10 a.m.

Jewish Learning Center Community Synagogue. Daf Yomi with Rabbi Chaim Veshnefsky. 138 Pine Brook Road, MANALAPAN. 9:15 pm (732) 683-0244.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Bereavement group at Jewish Family and Vocational Services, 200 Metroplex Dr., Suite 200, EDISON. 11 a.m. Nancy: (732) 777- 1940.

Shir Hashirim-Five Megillot. Conference call with Dr. Presby. Noon. (865) 673-0142, code 491762.

Congregation Bris Avrohom. Talmud with Rabbi Dovid Wilansky. 910 Salem Ave., HILLSIDE. After Maariv.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Navi Shmuel Bet with Rabbi Miodownik. (First three Wed. of the month). 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. "Classes for the Masses" with Rabbi Bassous. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. Call for latest topic: (732) 247-3839.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Talmud-Sukkah with Rabbi Shlomo Ziegler. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Poile Zedek. Chavurash program with Lakewood rabbis. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 8:15 p.m. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Navi Shmuel Bet/Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Becher (simulcast). 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m./8:30 p.m. (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Partners in Torah for Women with Mrs. Drillman. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:30 p.m. (732) 819-0333.

Jewish Learning Center Community Synagogue. Daf Yomi with Rabbi Chaim Veshnefsky. 138 Pine Brook Road, MANALAPAN. 9:15 pm (732) 683-0244.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

NOVA Job support group at Jewish Family and Vocational Services, 200 Metroplex Dr., Suite 200, EDISON. 9:30 a.m.

Congregation Poile Zedek. Millionaire Club — Lunch & Torah study with Rabbi Mykoff. 145 Nelson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. Noon- 1:30 p.m. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation B’nai Tikvah. Weight Watcher’s. 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, NORTH BRUNSWICK. Weigh-in: 5:30 p.m. Meeting: 6 p.m. Fees vary; pay at meetings. (732) 297-0696.

Congregation Poile Zedek. Learn Torah in Russian with Rabbi Kogan. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 7 p.m. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Halacha-Talmud with Dr. Presby. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Rabbi Jacob Joseph Yeshiva. Advanced Talmud with Rabbi Busel. 2 Harrison St., EDISON. 8 p.m. (732) 572-5052

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Halacha-Chumash with Rabbi Frand (simulcast). 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9 p.m. (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Parsha of the Week with Rabbi Eichenstein.1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9:30 p.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Jewish Learning Center Community Synagogue. Daf Yomi with Rabbi Chaim Veshnefsky. 138 Pine Brook Road, MANALAPAN. 9:15 pm (732) 683-0244.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud "Amud-A-Day" with Rabbi Drucker. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:45-7:30 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Parsha of the Week with Rabbi Weiss. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. After early minyan. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Ohr Torah. Talmud-Shabbat with Rabbi Hoffman. 48 Edgemount Rd., EDISON. After early minyan. (732) 777-6840.

Congregation Ahavas Yisrael. Mishna Birura with Dr. Yaakov Kader. 1587 Rte. 27, EDISON. 8:10 a.m.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Mishnah with Danny Ravitz. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:15 a.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Michtav M’Eliyahu with Rabbi Bryan Kinzbrunner. 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9:30 a.m. (732) 247-0532.

Mussar-Nefesh Hachayim with Dr. Presby. 467 Lincoln Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 2:30 p.m. (an hour later in summer)

Prophets-Yirmiyahu with Dr. Presby. 467 Lincoln Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 3 p.m. (an hour later in summer)

Congregation Ohr Torah. Talmud-Chulin with Rabbi Luban. 48 Edgemount Rd., EDISON. Before Mincha. (732) 777-6840.

Congregation Ahavas Yisrael. Talmud-Daf Yomi. 1587 Rte. 27, EDISON. Before Mincha.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. Parashah of the Week/Weekly Torah Portion with Rabbi Bassous. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 45 min. before Mincha. (732) 247-3839.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Parsha of the Week. 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 20 min. before Mincha. (732) 247-0532.

Temple Shalom. Torah study, 5 Ayrmont Lane, ABERDEEN. 9:15 a.m.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. TCN with Rabbi Reisman (simulcast). 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 7:30 p.m. (time varies). (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Ahavas Achim. Advanced Talmud and Advanced Bagels with Rabbi Miodownik. 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8:45 a.m. (732) 247-0532.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Talmud-Berochot with Rabbi Posen. 1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9 a.m. (732) 819-0333.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Talmud-Megillah with Rabbi Botnick. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 9 a.m. (732) 247-3038.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. Jewish Philosophy for Women with Rabbi Bassous. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 10 a.m. (732) 247-3839.

Congregation Agudath Israel. Navi for Women with Rebbitzen Eichenstein.1131 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 10 a.m. Aviva Siegel: (732) 572-4408.

Congregation Etz Ahaim. Laws of Shabbat with Rabbi Bassous. 230 Denison St., HIGHLAND PARK. 5 p.m. (732) 247-3839.

Congregation Poile Zedek. English as a second language. 145 Neilson St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 7 p.m. (732) 545-6123.

Congregation Ohav Emeth. Talmud-Shabbat with Rabbi Klughaupt. 415 Raritan Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. (732) 247-3038.

Jewish Learning Center Community Synagogue. Daf Yomi with Rabbi Chaim Veshnefsky. 138 Pine Brook Road, MANALAPAN. 9:15 pm (732) 683-0244.

Bikur Cholim of Raritan Valley is seeking volunteers to visit residents in local nursing homes and/or to visit the homebound. For more information, contant Tammy Nussbaum at (732) 777-0193.

Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County offers bereavement groups in Monroe and Edison. Meetings are designed for those who have lost a spouse or significant other. Call Ariella for additional information at (732) 777-1940.

Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County seeks donations of nonperishable kosher food for its food pantry. Tuna, pasta, tomato sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, and jelly are especially needed. Please contact Ariella at (732) 777-1940.

Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County, with offices in Monroe and Edison, offers a number of volunteer opportunities. Programs looking for volunteers include, but are not limited to: Kosher Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitors, Elderday Cares programs, Breakfast Club hosts and drivers, and teaching English as a second language and basic computer skills. Contact Joanne Bartosik at (732) 777-1940

MONROE. The Monroe Chapter of Hadassah is looking for volunteers to help with its Shake-A-Can campaign, which will take place from August until November. Volunteers are needed to "Shake-A-Can" and for telephone squads. All proceeds go to cancer research. Call Anita B. (609) 395-7535 for more information or if you would like to volunteer.