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Thursday, Oct. 29

Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. "Addiction: It IS a Jewish Issue" will feature an addict in recovery, the parent of a substance abuser, and two rabbis. Joinging Rabbi Robin Nafshi, community rabbi for JFS Ohr Tikvah Light of Hope Healing, will be Rabbi Eric Lankin, director of religious and educational activities, United Jewish Communities, and addiction treatment specialist. Open to those in recovery, wishing to be in recovery, or touched by issues of substance abuse in their families. Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC, 775 Talamini Road, BRIDGEWATER. 7 p.m. Information, (908) 725-7799.

Sisterhood Beth Ohr. Entertainment books sale. Books are $30. Now through Dec. 1 Congregation Beth Ohr, 70 Route 516, OLD BRIDGE. Sales or information, please call Temple Office (732) 257-1523 or Sharen Silverman (732) 266-2389.

Saturday, Oct. 31

Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Township. Shabbat services with Kiddush sponsored by Donna and Lester Steif in honor of their 55th anniversary. 1600 Perrineville Road, MONROE. 9 a.m. Highland Park Conservative Temple-Cong. Anshe Emeth. "Grit: A Pediatrician's Odyssey From a Russian Labor Camp to Harvard," with author Dr. Michael Kesler speaking at seudah shlishit after Mincha. This story of a young woman escaping Poland during the Nazi invasion is not to be missed. Kesler, a Holocaust survivor, was educated at MIT and NYU. South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 5 p.m. Free. Information, (732) 545-6482.

Sunday, Nov. 1

Temple Beth Or. "The Queen of Bingo," an audience participation play, featuring Harold Augenbraum and the South Street Players. Temple Beth Or, 200 Van Zile Road, BRICK. 2:30 p.m. $15. Reservations, call the temple, (732) 458-4700.

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Cong. Anshe Emeth. The Loretta Flam Memorial Lecture, The Spiritual Struggles of Daily Life, presented by Rabbi Shai Held, scholar-in-residence at Kehilat Hadar, a teacher at JTS, and a Fellow in Religion at Harvard University. 201 South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. There is no charge and includes lunch. Information, (732) 545-6482.

YM-YWHA of Union. Screening of "Defiance." The Mini-Jewish film series at the YM-YWHA of Union will present the first in the 5-part series, "Defiance", the 2008 story of the Bielski Brothers during World War II. The R-rated film stars Daniel Craig and Liev Schreiber. 501 Green Lane, UNION. 1 p.m. $5 ($3 for Y members) Reservations are necessary. Call (908) 289-8112 to reserve.

Congregation Beth Ohr, Old Bridge. Speaker Richard Dvorin, 30 years of service to New Brunswick and Old Bridge Police departments, father of Lt. Seth Dvorin, U.S. Army, killed in action Feb. 3, 2004, while serving his country in Iraq. 70 Route 516, OLD BRIDGE. Information, David Honig (973) 344-0600 ext. 106 or dhonig@jarchem.com.

Westfield Hadassah. Godparents Fabulous Fall Festivities with speaker Ruth Gerber Cole, national chair of Hadassah Magazine. Elegant luncheon; musical entertainment by Don Anthony. Proceeds benefit the Hadassah Medical Organization. Hadassah is the largest women's organization in the United States. It supports medical care and research, women's health education, community volunteerism, and social action. Ferraro's South, 425 South Elmer St., WESTFIELD. Information, contact Carole Thau at (908) 771-9251.

Congregation Beth El. DNA Shoah Project. The DNA Shoah Project is a non-profit, humanitarian effort at the University of Arizona, aiming to reunite families disrupted by the Shoah. The project is building a database of genetic material from survivors and their immediate descendants in order to match displaced relatives, provide Shoah orphans and lost children with information about their biological families, and eventually assist in the identification of Holocaust-era victims whose remains continue to surface. 91 Jefferson Blvd., EDISON. 5 p.m. RSVP to (732) 985 7272. Information, ask for Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg. JEC-Bruriah High School. Open house. 35 North Ave., ELIZABETH. 9:30 a.m-12:45 p.m. Information, call (908) 355-4850 or email bruriah@thejec.org.

Torah Academy of Bergen County. Open house. 1600 Queen Anne Road, TEANECK. 10 a.m. Information, contact (201) 837-7696.

Monday, Nov. 2

Congregation Kol Am and Salkin's Jewel Case. "Cash in the Bling" party. According to David Salkin, the owner of the Jewel Case, with gold prices at an all time high, now is a great opportunity to sell your unwanted gold, platinum and silver and put cash in your hands for the holidays or pay some nagging bills. Those in attendance will also be treated to a wine and cheese party and be eligible for a door prize of fresh water pearls. 3585 Highway 9 North in the Shop Rite shopping center, FREEHOLD. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Information, (732) 792-8000 or www.congregationkolam.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 3

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth Sisterhood. 60th Annual Fashion Show and Gourmet Dinner. Join us as we honor Patsy Davidson, Sima Schall, and Brenda Tanzman for their innovative programs, projects, and inspirational leadership. Dinner by Exquisite Caterers and Fashions by Lord & Taylor. Raffle, auction and prizes. 201 South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 6:30 p.m. Information, Elaine Fromkin (732) 257-1525.

Wednesday, Nov. 4

Jewish Family Service. Job seekers Support Group. The topic for this session is "Credit Issues: What you need to know about obtaining and maintaining good credit," presented by Judy Braverman, Community Relations Specialist and Joanne Fabiana, branch manager of Magyar Bank. 150 A West High St., SOMERVILLE. 7-9 p.m. Free. To register, contact Elise Prezant at (908) 725-7799 or elise.prezant@verizon.net.

L'Dor V'Dor-Hadassah Young Women of Raritan Valley. Girls Nite Out-Fall Fondue. Bring a friend, meet new people, learn more about Hadassah, L'Dor V'Dor, and our upcoming events. (Refreshments Kosher/Parve). All are welcome to attend! Highland Park Senior/Youth Center, 220 South Sixth Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 7:30 p.m. $5. RSVP to Celeste at ywhadassahevents@yahoo.com or (732) 236-8486.

Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence. Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease. Join us for a lunch and learn program. 350 DeMott Lane, SOMERSET. 12-1 p.m. RSVP to info@steinresidence.org or (732) 568-1155.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Ahavas Achim. Israeli art show. Ahavas Achim will be hosting artists from Israel on Motzei Shabbat, Nov. 7 and all day Sunday, Nov. 8. They will be bringing unique and one-of-a-kind creations in several different media. 216 South First Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. Information, call (732) 247-0532.

Sunday, Nov. 8

YM-YWHA of Union. "Mikado." Tickets are now on sale for the Ridgewood Gilbert & Sullivan Opera presentation of "Mikado". 501 Green Lane, UNION. 1 p.m. $10 ($8 for Y members). To reserve, call (908) 289-8112.

East Brunswick Jewish Center. Kristallnacht "Mended Promises" Commemoration. Mr. Robert Gangi, teacher at EBHS is presented our Mended Promises Award, personal testimonies, musical performance, and dedication of new stained glass windows. 511 Ryders Lane, EAST BRUNSWICK. 4 p.m. Free of charge. Information, call (732) 257-7070.

Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls. Open house. 1650 Palisade Ave., TEANECK. 1:30 p.m. Information, Rivka Kahan (201) 833-4307.

Monday, Nov. 9

The Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. Rabbi Yakov Hilsenrath, Rabbi Emeritus of the HPCT-CAE will present the Louis Rockoff Lecture. 201 South Third Ave., HIGHLAND PARK. 8 p.m. Free admission. Information, (732) 545-6482.

Tuesday, Nov. 10

Temple B'nai Shalom and Friends' Health Connection. Susie Essman, comedienne and author, brings a night of hilarity and insight. She has played the sassy Susie Greene for all seven seasons of the critically acclaimed HBO comedy series "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Fern and Old Stage Roads, EAST BRUNSWICK. 7 p.m. $35 For tickets, (800) 483-7436 or friendshealthconnection.org.

Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Monmouth County. Open house. 22 School Road East, MARLBORO. 10-11:30 a.m. Information, Linda Glickstein at (732) 431-5525 or Linda@schechtergmc.com.

Sisterhood Temple Beth Or. Annual Gift Auction. Big prizes include our $300 Money Tree and a large flatscreen HDTV. 200 Van Zile Road, BRICK. 6 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at door for $7. For tickets call (732) 458-4700 during the day or Eileen after 6 p.m. at (732) 540-7573.

JEC-RTMA. Open house. 330 Elmora Ave., ELIZABETH. 7:15 p.m. Information, call (908) 355-4850 x 130. Wednesday, Nov. 11

Moshe Aaron Yeshiva High School. Open house-girl's division. 34 Charles St., SOUTH RIVER. 7:30 p.m. RSVP appreciated at (732) 613-7460 x 16 or info@mayhs.org.

Thursday, Nov. 12

The Beth El Synagogue Genealogy Club. "Hodgepodge" talk by Dr. Steve Morse. There are many highly useful but lesser known utilities on Dr. Stephen Morse's popular one-step Web site, www.stevemorse.org. This talk describes those gems, ranging from solutions to problems with genealogical searches, identity theft, DNA analysis and other features with which many of us may not otherwise be aware. This is a "Don't Miss" event. 50 Maple Stream Road, EAST WINDSOR. 7:30 p.m. Call the Synagogue office with any questions or to RSVP, at (609) 443-4454.

Friday, Nov. 13

Temple Emanu-El. Shabbat Alive! Temple Emanu- El invites people of all ages to our Shabbat Alive! Join in the song and celebration as we welcome the Sabbath —to music. 100 James St. EDISON. 7 p.m. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442.

Sunday, Nov. 15

Congregation Sha'arey Ha-Yam. Holiday Boutique. Multiple vendors with holiday and gift items will be presenting. There will be raffle drawings and refreshments available for purchase. Barnegat Recreation Center, 900 West Bay Ave., BARNEGAT. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Information, contact Bari at (908) 216-7842.

Temple Emanu-El. Rummage sale. Temple Emanu-El's famous rummage sale where fine clothes and appliances can be discovered. 100 James St. EDISON. 9 a.m.-noon. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442. Temple Emanu-El. Spaghetti dinner. Join our high school students in our annual dinner to raise money for their upcoming trip to Israel. 100 James St. EDISON. 5 p.m. RSVP to templeemanuel@edisontemple.org. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442.

The B'nai B'rith Ketubah Married Couples Unit (40+). Dinner. Prospective non-member couples are welcome to come. Ria-Mar, 25 Whitehead Ave., SOUTH RIVER. 5:30 p.m. The bill will be split evenly among all those attending, with a separate bar bill. Please RSVP to Elaine at (908) 232-0062 by Nov. 13.

Monday, Nov. 16

Moshe Aaron Yeshiva High School. Open house-girl's division. 34 Charles St., SOUTH RIVER. 7:30 p.m. RSVP appreciated at (732) 613-7460 x 16 or info@mayhs.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 17

BUNWC-Tri County Chapter of the Brandeis National Committee. History of jewelry lecture by Peter Stavrianidis, owner and "visionary" of Venice Establishment in Somerset, a graduate gemologist, and a member of the International Society of Appraisers and the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers. Stavrianidis will speak about period trends of jewelry. Robbinsville Branch Library, 42 Allentown-Robbinsville Road, ROBBINSVILLE. 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Information call: (609) 298-4515. Wednesday, Nov. 18

The Middlesex Chapter of the Brandeis National Committee. Lecture by Terrie Polovsky about the remnants of a vibrant Jewish community of Cuba, that once numbered over 15,000 before the 1959 revolution. Suggested reading "An Island Called Home: Returning to Jewish Cuba," by Ruth Behar. East Brunswick Library, Ryders Lane, EAST BRUNSWICK. 1 p.m. Free. Information, contact Phyllis at (732) 254-6804 or Roz at (732) 545-9269.

Friday, Nov. 20

Temple Emanu-El. Healing Service. Join us for a Friday evening Shabbat service and a special service for those in need of healing prayers or offering healing prayers for others. 100 James St. EDISON. 8 p.m. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442.

Saturday, Nov. 21

Beth Am Shalom. Debbie Friedman in Concert. Toms River East Intermediate School, 1519 Hooper Ave., TOMS RIVER. Group rates are available for a party of 25 or more. Handicap accessible seating available. For tickets and information contact Fran Gimpel, (732) 657-7120, or visit Web site www.bethsamshalom.org. Beth El Synagogue. Comedy Club Night. The evening will feature two of the New York area's most hilarious comedians: Vinnie Brand and Marion Grodin. Both of these performers are fixtures at all of the major New York area comedy clubs and each has had frequent TV, radio, and movie appearances. The evening will include a delicious pub style menu, catered by Exquisite Caterers, and an open bar. Before the show, guests will be entertained by a jazz guitarist. Come eat, laugh and enjoy yourself! 50 Maple Stream Road, EAST WINDSOR. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Advance tickets may be purchased for $54 per person, or $59 at the door. Call the Synagogue office with any questions or to purchase tickets, at (609) 443-4454.

The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC. 10th anniversary gala. The gala will celebrate the JCC's 10 years serving the tri-county community and will honor the JCC's five past presidents: Doron Steger, Alvin Levine, Harriet Blank, Barry Ages and Addie Kluger. The Martinsville Inn Caterers, 1801 Washington Valley Road, BRIDGEWATER. $125/person. Information, contact JCC Executive Director Susan Greenbaum at (908) 725-6994 x212 or SGreenbaum@ssbjcc.org.

Congregation Neve Shalom. Goods and services auction. We have many fabulous items up for bid including vacation homes, designer bags, theater tickets, sporting event tickets, flat screen TV's, Weber gas grills, original fine art, restaurant gift certificates, retail store gift cards and much, much more! In addition to the open auction we feature a silent auction, a 50/50, raffles, giveaways, and complimentary coffee and dessert at the end of the evening. 250 Grove Ave., METUCHEN. 7:30 p.m. $5. Information, contact Martha Mack at (732) 548-2238 ext. 17.

Sunday, Nov. 22

The Committee of the 8th annual Jewish Fair and Expo, B'nai Brith, and the YM-YWHA of Union. Jewish Fair and Expo focusing on the entertainment industry, with guest speakers Dr. Dennis Klein (Department of Jewish Studies, Kean University) and Moshe Schreiber. Music by Hester Street Klezmer Troupe, along with the choirs of the Jewish Educational Center and Solomon Schechter. A Health Fair will be sponsored by Trinitas Health Care Center. The Fair has space for about 15 more vendors. 501 Green Lane in UNION. 10 a.m. -- 5 p.m. Free of charge to the community and everyone is welcome to attend. Information, or how to become a vendor, call the Y at (908) 289-8112.

Sunday, Nov. 23

Temple Emanu-El. Book Club meeting. Come for stimulating, often challenging discussion at the meeting of the Book Club. The next reading is "Tevye the Dairyman" and "The Railroad Stories" by Sholem Aleichem. The group meets in the Temple library. 100 James St. EDISON. 7:30 p.m. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442.

The Jewish discussion group "mamaloshen." the moderator will be Rabbi Michael Klein of Congregation Ahavat Olam. A current topic of interest to the Jewish community will be discussed. Refreshments will follow. Manchester Civic Center, 1 Colonial Drive and Rt. 70, MANACHESTER. 1 p.m. Additional information call Julie at (732) 323-8225 or Joe at (732) 323-0090.

Monday, Nov. 24

Edison Area Interfaith Clergy Association. Interfaith Thanksgiving service. Join us for this community wide celebration. Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St. EDISON. 7:30 p.m. Information, contact the Temple at (732) 549-4442.

Sunday, Nov. 29

YM-YWHA of Union. Olive Press Workshop. A Hanukkah program for children of all ages. 501 Green Lane, UNION. 1:30 p.m. $5 members/ $8 guests. Must pre-register, call (908) 289-8112.

Saturday, Dec. 5

Temple Beth Or. Sisterhood Gift Auction. Temple Beth Or, 200 Van Zile Road, BRICK. 7 p.m. preview; auction begins at 8 p.m., $10. For reservations, call the Temple, at (732) 458-4700.

Monday, Dec. 7

The Rutgers Yiddish Club. Screening of "Our Children," a semi-documentary film made in a Jewish orphanage in Poland in 1947, before being banned by the Polish government and subsequently lost for 30 years. It features child Holocaust survivors telling their characters' stories of survival and in so doing dealing with their own trauma. The Student Activities Center, 613 George St., NEW BRUNSWICK. 7-9 p.m. Information, ardnaxe23@optonline.net.

Monday, Dec. 14

Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Monmouth County. Open house. 22 School Road East, MARLBORO. 10-11:30 a.m. Information, Linda Glickstein at (732) 431-5525 or Linda@schechtergmc.com.