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Dear Friends,
While we are all in the midst of Hurricane Sandy (where and how do they come up with these names?!?), I sat down to write this month's letter to you. These are the times when it brings to the forefront of my mind just why and how HudsonJewish came to be. When Adam Weiss, HudsonJewish Founder, noted the declining Jewish population in certain parts of Hudson County yet the growth and influx of new Jewish residents in other parts of the County, he made it his goal to bring together the old and the new, the established and the newly settled. Now we are a vibrant and thriving community, with a monthly e-newsletter that goes out to almost 2000 people. Synagogues are seeing more and more new faces, and attendance is increasing at various programs. Now is the time to meet your neighbor, establish connections, and build bonds, so as to meet the goal of one large Jewish community throughout our County and beyond.
During the next few days, please stay inside, stay safe, and should you need anything, reach out to your synagogue, community center, friends both old and new, and neighbors. As always, if I or my fellow Board Members can be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at Info@HudsonJewish.org .
Warmly,
Michelle Levine, Chairperson
Hudson Jewish Community Forum, A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation having 501(c)(3) status
"HudsonJewish: Connecting Our Community" |
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BAYONNE JCC ANNUAL EVENING OF TRIBUTE |
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The Annual Evening of Tribute is the Bayonne JCC's most important fundraising event of the year, and helps to ensure the stability and growth of their many programs and services. At this year's event, to be held on Saturday November 3 at 7pm, the BJCC proudly honors three distinguished representatives of United Way of Hudson County: Dr. Howard Parish, United Way Chairman; Daniel Altilio, United Way President; and Benjamin Dineen, United Way Director of Resource Development and Marketing. The evening will include cocktails, dinner, a short program, and entertainment in the JCC's beautiful ballroom, and is a wonderful way to enjoy a Saturday night while contributing to the future of this important Community Center.
The BJCC is a non-sectarian social service agency that has been serving the needs of the entire Hudson County community since 1952. The JCC provides a wide variety of outstanding social, cultural, recreational, and educational activities for residents of all ages. Everyone from nursery students, school age children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors will find something to enjoy at the Center. Their programs and services celebrate family, foster health and wall being, create friendships, and expand community relationships. Programs are open to the entire community.
Reservations and journal ads are still available for this event. The event location is the Bayonne JCC, 1050 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne. RSVP required in advance. Please contact Carol-Jo Mutterperl at 201-436-6900. |
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CONGREGATION B'NAI JACOB LAUNCHES
LOX 'N LEARNING 5773 |
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Congregation B'nai Jacob has hit the target on Jewish programming for adults with their highly successful Lox 'N Learning program, a Sunday morning monthly series focusing on Jewish arts and culture. The next program, co-sponsored by HudsonJewish, takes place on Sunday, December 2, featuring "Pete Rushefsky and His Tsimbl". Come hear renowned tsimbl player and recording artist, Pete Rushefsky, most recently heard on Itzhak Perlman's newly-released CD of Jewish music. This master of one of the original Klezmer instruments of Eastern Europe will share stories about playing with the greats, and perform on this very unique instrument with a beautiful sound. Family Holiday Hanukah Workshop for children ages 2-5 years old will be held in conjunction with this program, and babysitting will be available for 0-2 year olds. Free on-site parking available.
The program series, now entering its 3rd year, is the brainchild of B'nai Jacob's Spiritual Leader, Cantor Marsha Dubrow, Ph.D., who also teaches courses on Jewish arts and culture at NYU. "As a Jewish cultural historian with an emphasis on the arts, I realized that there is a phenomenal richness to the global Jewish experience that functions outside of prayer and ritual and sanctuary activities. It is important for Hudson County Jews to understand our cultural heritage too." That is why this exceptional series is open to everyone in the community. Previous Lox 'N Learning programs have included: Synagogue Architecture Around the World, Yizkor Books: Holocaust Remembrances; The Art of Jewish Papercutting ; Israeli Pop Music; Ladino Language and Music; Growing Up Jewish in Egypt; Accordianist Ben Laden; and prominent Jewish-Indian Artist Siona Benjamin. Future Lox 'N Learning programs will include "Jewish Archeology 101: Coins, Flasks and Oil Lamps"; "Tikkun Olam in Concepts and Practice: From Occupy Wall Street to the World Food Program"; "In the Key of Female: Women and the Cantorate in America"; and "Looking for Love in All the Right Places: Intergenerational Caring". Next spring, B'nai Jacob will sponsor Lox 'N Learning 'On the Road' a Sunday road trip to explore the remnants of these once thriving communities, as well as a visit to the fascinating Wheaton Arts Center, home of New Jersey's world-renowned Glass Museum. On a previous LNL 'On the Road' trip, Hudson County's curious Jews of all ages boarded a bus to America's first Jewish residence, the Israel Gomez House in New York State, and also toured the nearby Kedem Winery where a delicious wine tasting was offered, and the fall foliage was divine.
For only $5.00 to cover the cost of the lox and bagels breakfast, members of the entire Hudson County Jewish community and beyond can schmooze, listen and learn. So, please come on out and join Cong. B'nai Jacob for the entire Lox 'N Learning series. Location: 176 West Side Avenue, Jersey City. For further information, visit www.bnaijacobjc.org |
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JBN - BUSINESS NETWORKING
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Come to Hudson County's first ever Jewish Business Networking event for Jewish professionals at the Russian Art Museum in Downtown Jersey City. Make meaningful contacts with high-impact networking and referrals to help grow your business.
Mark your calendar now for our first meeting after the holiday season on November 13, at 8:30 am. Location: 80 Grand Street Jersey City, two blocks from Exchange Place Light Rail, PATH and parking lots. $10/person in advance or at the door includes kosher breakfast.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Joshua Bernstein at Info@HudsonJewish.org |
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Thursday, November 1, 9am - 1pm: The Kaplan Cooperative Preschool and Learning Center 2012 Book Fair. The USH Book Fair takes place Tuesday October 30 to Sunday November 4! Nov 4 is the Book Fair Family Day, with special events throughout the day. Schedule of times for the Book Fair: Tues. 10/30: 90in and 3-6:30pm Wed. 10/31 90in and 60in Thur. 11/01 90in 30in Fri. 11/02 90in Sat. 11/03 6-7:30pm Sun. 11/04 110in Family Day - A day filled with entertainment, face painting, crafts and a bake sale!
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or call 201-659-4000
Thursday, November 1, 7pm - 9pm: Poetry and Prose evening. An evening at United Synagogue of Hoboken of Poetry and Prose with four USH member authors - Joel Lewis, Dawn Raffel, Kathleen Kraft, and Murat Nemet-Nejat. The authors will read from their works and discuss the role that Jewish identity plays in their work. Free! RSVP to office@hobokensynagogue.org.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or call 201-659-4000
Thursday, November 1, 8pm: Temple Beth El's Hudson Kounty Klezmer Band Practice. Temple Beth El of No. Bergen's band will continue to practice every Thursday at 8pm. The band is open to musicians and singers of all abilities and ages. The band will perform at special Friday night events at the Temple, and at other events throughout the region. It's not too late to join, so come out and bring your voice and/or musical instrument.
Location: Temple Beth El, 300 75th Street, No. Bergen
Contact: 201-869-9149 or Rabbi@templebethelofnorthbergen.org
Friday, November 2, 6:30pm - 9pm: EAT, PRAY...SHABBAT: First Friday at Temple Beth-El. Come make new friends at a potluck dinner at 6:30pm held the First Friday of each month at Temple Beth-El, the Reform Congregation of Jersey City on Kennedy Blvd. Followed by 7:30pm Shabbat service featuring Ben Rauch and his "Rockin' the Rafters" band along with Rabbi Hachen, filled with singing and energy. Oneg Shabbat of desserts and schmoozing afterwards. Great way to relax into Shabbat and connect with the Jewish community at the same time! RSVP with your food item (chicken, veggie main dish, salad, side dish). Open to all.
Location: Temple Beth-El, 2419 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City
Contact: RSVP to office@betheljc.org
Friday, November 2, 6:15pm: Tot Shabbat & Kelzmer at Temple Beth El of North Bergen. Every Friday Night is Tot Shabbat at Temple Beth El. Rabbi Sruli and Rebbetzin Lisa, well known Klezmer musicians, lead children ages 0-6 years old and their families in songs, stories, and a mini-Shabbat service. The Tot Shabbat is followed by a Klezmer Kabbalat Shabbat - music and song to to start the beautiful and interactive services led by Rabbi Sruli. Services are followed by a light dinner Oneg Shabbat. Services are Free, $5 suggested donation for Dinner (before services). Open to all.
Location: Temple Beth El of No. Bergen, 300 7th Street, No. Bergen
Contact: 201-869-9149 or Rabbi@templebethelofnorthbergen.org
Friday, November 2, 7:30pm - 10pm: Shabbat Daven-and-Dine at Congregation Mount Sinai. Join Congregation Mount Sinai of Jersey City for the next in its series of occasional Friday Night Daven-and-Dine" dinners at the community's historic 100-year-old synagogue, which is a classic example of American urban synagogue architecture. Brief Kabbalat Shabbat service starts at 7:30pm; dinner at 8:15pm. $18 per person donation requested to cover the cost of dinner. Children under bar/bat mitzvah age eat free. (Check synagogue website to confirm start time: www.MtSinai.net).
Location: Cong. Mount Sinai, 128 Sherman Avenue in Jersey City Heights
Contact: The Inimitable Rabbi Shlomo Marks: RavShlomo.MtSinai@gmail.com
Friday, November 2, 8pm - 10pm: Fall Speaker Series Kickoff: Pre-Election Shabbat Program "The 2012 Presidential Election: Two Jews, Three Opinions!" Cong. B'nai Jacob and HudsonJewish invite you to join Cantor Dubrow in a spiritual musical welcoming of Shabbat followed by Speaker and Jersey City resident, Zachary Metz, Partner of the Consensus Group and Facilitator of the Jewish Dialogue Group. At this Shabbat, just before casting our votes in the Presidential election learn about the work of the Jewish Dialogue Group. This organization is helping us all be better listeners, as well as engage in effective communication around difficult subjects with many differences of opinion. Q&A session followed by Oneg Shabbat for mixing and mingling. Singles, couples, and families with children of all ages are welcome. Free on-site parking.
Location: B'nai Jacob 176 West Side Avenue, Jersey City
Contact: info@bnaijacobjc.org; 201-435-5725
Saturday, November 3, 5:30pm - 7pm: Havdalah Ice Cream Social. Havdalah Ice Cream Social for families with children 3 years old and younger. Join us for a fun evening of music and stories with Meg Donaldson Carson and Havdalah led by Rabbi Scheinberg. Refreshments and ice cream sundaes. Free and open to the community, RSVP appreciated. The USH/KPS Book Fair will be open at 6:30 to browse and shop.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: ushpreschool@gmail.com or 201-653-8666.
Saturday, November 3, 7pm: Bayonne JCC Annual Benefit - Evening of Tribute. The Evening of Tribute is the Bayonne JCC's most important fundraising event of the year, and helps to ensure the stability and growth of our many programs and services. At this year's event, the BJCC proudly honors three distinguished representatives of United Way of Hudson County: Dr. Howard Parish, Daniel Altilio, and Benjamin Dineen. Reservations and journal ads are still available.
Location: BJCC, 1050 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
Contact: Carol-Jo Mutterperl at 201-436-6900
Sunday, November 4, 2am: Daylight Savings Time. Be sure to turn your clocks back so as not to miss all of the wonderful events coming up!
Sunday, November 4, 10am - 12pm: Abayudaya Brunch & Speaker from Uganda. Abayudaya Jews of Uganda: A Benefit Talk and Music Performance by Aaron Kintu Moses, sponsored by Temple Beth-El of J. City. Aaron Kintu Moses is a leader of the 1,000-member Abayudaya Jewish community of Uganda. Aaron will share the story of his community's evolution, from the struggle to maintain Jewish identity in the face of persecution, to the remarkable development of ties with neighbors of different faiths. Aaron will give a multimedia presentation about the education, nutrition, health, and economic development programs that are supported by Kulanu, ("All of Us"), a non-profit organization which supports isolated and emerging Jewish communities around the world. He will also perform traditional Abayudaya music. CDs, books, and handcrafts will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit Kulanu. For more about the Abayudaya, visit www.kulanu.org/abayudaya. FREE Admission, coffee and refreshments will be served.
Location: Temple Beth-El, 2419 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City
Contact: Call 201-333-4229 or email office@betheljc.org
Sunday, November 4, 11am - 4pm: The Kaplan Cooperative Preschool and Learning Center 2012 Book Fair Family Day. Book Fair Family Day will feature special events throughout the day, including entertainment, face painting, crafts, and a bake sale.
Location: USH, 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or call 201-659-4000
Sunday, November 4, 12:30pm: eNgageNJ at Mitzvah Day with Jersey Tribe. Each year, more than 1300 volunteers from all over northern NJ come together for a community-wide day of making a difference. Join eNgageNJ, part of the Northern New Jersey Federation and Jersey Tribe at the Tenafly Nature Center, for a special young adults-only volunteer project. RSVP in advance please (see contact info below). Location: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Avenue, Tenafly
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Kim Schwartzman at (201) 820-3936 or kimberlys@jfnnj.org.
Sunday, November 4, 6pm and 7:15pm: Rutgers Jewish Film Fest with Jersey Tribe and the Oneg Group.
It's not a bar mitzvah or a wedding without it, but what do you really know about it? What IS it? Hava Nagila - a film that follows the infamous song from the shtetls of Eastern Europe to the kibbutzim of Palestine to the cul-de-sacs of America. We're headed to an exclusive screening at the Regal Cinemas as part of the 13th Annual Rutgers Film Festival. The film starts at 7:15pm, Jersey Tribe and Oneg Group members and other young professionals are invited to a pre-screening reception at 6pm in the lobby of the Regal Cinemas. The film's director, Roberta Grossman, will make a special appearance. Tickets are $12 in advance, and can be purchased at http://bildnercenter.rutgers.edu/hava-nagila
Location: Regal Cinemas, 2399 Route 1 South, No. Brunswick
Contact: thejerseytribe@gmail.com
Wednesday, November 7, 7pm - 8:30pm: Kashrut in the Kitchen. This is the first session of a four week course of "Kashrut in the Kitchen" - a cooking and kashrut class led by USH rabbinic intern Ariel Russo. Learn about the method and meaning of kashrut through text study and hands on practice in the kitchen. Class meets Nov. 7, 14, 28 and Dec. 5. $80 members/ $100 non-members. Space is limited! RSVP by Nov. 2nd.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000
Wednesday, November 7, 7pm - 9:30pm: Introduction to Judaism (ICOE) (24 week course). USH will again host an Introduction to Judaism class of the Institute for Conversion and Outreach Education (ICOE) of the Rabbinical Assembly of New Jersey. This 24-session course, which fulfills the bulk of the educational requirements for conversion to Judaism, will begin on Wednesday, November 7 (Note new start date), 7-9:30pm and is taught by Shana Goldberg-Lee (Hebrew language) and Rabbi Scheinberg (Judaica). More info is at www.IntroJudaismNJ.com.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000
Thursday, November 8, 7:30pm - 9:30pm: Shalom Baby: Welcoming a Jewish Child. This one night workshop at United Synagogue of Hoboken is geared towards expectant couples, entitled "Shalom Baby: Welcoming a Jewish Child." Enhance your preparation for welcoming a new child into your family and the Jewish community. Learn about values, customs and community resources available to help as the family grows. Led by Rabbi Scheinberg. $18/couple. RSVP by November 5.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000
Friday, November 9, 7:30pm: Jersey City Shabbat Dinner with Jersey Tribe. Shabbat comes once a week, but a delicious Jersey Tribe Shabbat dinner is a tad more elusive. Join us for a (dairy/vegetarian) Indian meal at a private home in Jersey City Heights. Space is limited to 15 people, and we're asking everyone to contribute $10 towards the cost of the meal in advance. Simply send $10 to thejerseytribe@gmail.com on Paypal. The address will be released to people who RSVP yes in advance. RSVP on Facebook or through the Jersey Tribe website. Location: Private home in Jersey City Heights
Contact: thejerseytribe@gmail.com or www.jerseytribe.org/jersey-city-shabbat-dinner
Sunday, November 11, 10am - 12pm: Kaplan Cooperative Preschool Open House. Learn more about our Jewish preschool and our nurturing, creative and enriched learning community. Classes offered for 2.5 - 5 year olds. Full day and part time schedules available. Applications will be available for the 2013-2014 school year.
Location: Kaplan Cooperative Preschool 115 Park Avenue Hoboken
Contact: Rachelle Grossman, Director, Kaplan Cooperative Preschool, 201 653-8666 or ushpreschool@gmail.com
Monday, November 12, 6:30pm SHARP - 9pm: Synagogue Next - Alternative Models of Affiliation. Synagogue Leadership Initiative (SLI), part of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, will present Part Two of their Synagogue Next Series on November 12. The topic will be Alternative Models of Affiliation, which will ask you to stretch your imagination as we talk about one of the most sacrosanct areas of synagogues: membership and dues. Spurred on by changing demographics, synagogues across the country are experimenting with new ways of affiliation. Free will and fair share, to investor models and tapas, congregations are exploring and finding other ways to remain viable. Presenters will be Rabbi Adina Lewittes, Rabbi Dan Judson, and Lisa Harris Glass. This series is geared for leaders (lay and professional) who want to work strategically towards meaningful and sustainable change). It is recommended that two or more from each synagogue/congregation attend as a team. Evening includes a light dinner served during the program. To register, see contact information below. The remainder of the series will be held on Monday December 17 (Identifying and Overcoming Obstacles to Change) and Monday February 11 (Creating an Implementation Plan).
Location: RSVP for location information
Contact: RSVP to Nancy Perlman, NancyP@jfnnj.org or 201.820.3904
Tuesday, November 13, 8:30am - 10am: JBN - Jewish Business Networking with "The Tribe". HudsonJewish presents Hudson County's first ever Jewish Business Networking event for Jewish professionals, to be held at the Russian Art Museum in Downtown Jersey City. Make meaningful contacts with high-impact networking and referrals to help grow your business. $10/person in advance or at the door includes kosher breakfast.
Location: CASE Museum - 80 Grand Street Jersey City (2 blocks from Exchange Place Light Rail, PATH and parking lots)
Contact: For more information or to RSVP, contact Joshua Bernstein at Info@HudsonJewish.org
Wednesday, November 14, 6:30pm: Glassworks Studio Night with Jersey Tribe. There's no better way to end a long day at work than releasing some creativity! Join Jersey Tribe to break some glass, and create some original artwork at Glassworks Studio in Morristown. Staff will show us how to cut glass and discuss design techniques. Make either a 4x6 photo frame ($18 plus tax) or a 6-inch dish ($28 plus tax). No experience needed. Projects will be ready for pick-up by November 21st, just in time to show off for Thanksgiving. Cheese and crackers provided, BYOB. Visit www.umakeglass.com to get a better vibe for the studio. RSVP by November 7 on the Jersey Tribe website or Facebook.
Location: Glassworks Studio, 151 South St. (basement of Somerset Hills Bank), Morristown
Contact: www.jerseytribe.org or thejerseytribe@gmail.com
Wednesday, November 14, 7pm - 8:30pm: Kashrut in the Kitchen. Second session of a four week course of "Kashrut in the Kitchen" - a cooking and kashrut class led by USH rabbinic intern Ariel Russo. Learn about the method and meaning of kashrut through text study and hands on practice in the kitchen. Class meets Nov. 7, 14, 28 and Dec. 5. $80 members/ $100 non-members. Space is limited! RSVP by Nov. 2nd.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000
Saturday, November 17, 10:30am - 11:30am: Tot Shabbat "Giving Thanks" at Temple Beth-El. Beth-El of J. City presents its (mostly) monthly children's program for preschoolers and their grown-ups. It's a chance for little ones to do Jewish and for young families to make connections with each other and the community. Join Rabbi Debby Hachen for Shabbat songs, story and snack. Bring your Jewish Friends! In honor of Thanksgiving, please bring a canned food item for the Food Bank. RSVPs preferred, Drop-Ins ALWAYS welcome. To get email reminders for Tot Shabbat, send request to RabbiHachen@betheljc.org .
Location: Temple Beth-El, 2419 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City
Contact: Call 201-333-4229 or email office@betheljc.org
Saturday, November 17, 11am - 12pm: Shabbat Shira 2012-2013. USH's monthly interactive Shabbat music program for young families with children 3 years old and younger. FREE and open to the community. Dates: 11/17, 12/8, 1/12, 2/9, 3/9, 4/13 and 5/11, 11am - 12pm. Led by Jaimme Diamond, Teacher, Community Leader and USH Youth Group Advisor.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: ushpreschool@gmail.com or 201-653-8666
Saturday, November 17, 7:30pm: "Tal Blumenstein and Friends in Concert" at Temple Beth-El. The first of the new TBE Contemporary Concert Series. This 5-performance series is a benefit for Temple Beth-El. This concert will showcase an evening of jazz and original compositions, including Israeli and Jewish themes, performed by students of The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. It features special guest Hadar Nehamiya (voice). Tal Blumenstein is a 22 year old pianist from Israel, now living in Jersey City. Tal has participated in international music festivals including the Red Sea Jazz Festival and the International Association for Jazz Education Annual Convention, and has toured the US and Europe with the award-winning IDF Orchestra. Tickets are $30 in advance/$35 at the door. Package of 5 tickets $120 (the price of 4) if purchased in advance (see contact information below). Tickets are good for any performance. Wine, cheese and sweets will be served, parking available in bank lot across the Street.
Location: Temple Beth-El, 2419 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City
Contact: Buy tickets at www.betheljc.org/concert_tix. For further info, office@betheljc.org or 201-333-4229
Sunday, November 18, 12pm - 3pm: Making a Home with Jersey Tribe. We're bringing this great event north! Easter Seals helps people with disabilities live independent and meaningful lives, and one of their residences is in need of a little TLC. Join us on Sunday, November 18, and be sure to bring clothes that can get dirty, old blankets or sheets to protect the room from paint stains, water and a small snack. The address will be released to people who RSVP yes through Facebook or on the Jersey Tribe website.
Location: Private home in Irvington
Contact: thejerseytribe@gmail.com or www.jerseytribe.org
Wednesday, November 28, 7pm - 8:30pm: Kashrut in the Kitchen. 3rd session of a four week course of "Kashrut in the Kitchen" - a cooking and kashrut class led by USH rabbinic intern Ariel Russo. Learn about the method and meaning of kashrut through text study and hands on practice in the kitchen. Class meets Nov. 7, 14, 28 and Dec. 5. $80 members/ $100 non-members. Space is limited! RSVP by Nov. 2nd.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000 |
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Save the Date!
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Saturday, December 1, 9:15am: Temple Emanu-El celebrates 25 years with Rabbi Clifford B. Miller! Shabbat Service with Cantor Marshall Wise and featuring guest speaker Dr. Dan Friedman, Managing Editor of The Forward "Twenty-Five Years of Jewish American Culture". Followed by free Kiddush. Please join us in celebrating Rabbi Miller's 25 years of service. RSVP requested.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 735 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
Contact: 201-436-4499
Sunday, December 2, 10am - 12pm: Lox N' Learning: "Pete Rushefsky and His Tsimbl". Come hear renowned tsimbl player and recording artist, Pete Rushefsky, most recently heard on Itzhak Perlman's newly-released CD of Jewish music. This master of one of the original Klezmer instruments of Eastern Europe will share stories about playing with the greats, and perform on this very unique instrument with a beautiful sound. Family Holiday Hanukah Workshop for children ages 2-5 years old will be held in conjunction with this program, and babysitting will be available for 0-2 year olds. Free on-site parking available.
Location: B'nai Jacob 176 West Side Avenue Jersey City
Contact: info@bnaijacobjc.org; 201-435-5725
Sunday, December 2, 12pm - 2pm: Temple Emanu-El celebrates 25 years with Rabbi Clifford B. Miller! The Celebration continues with a Luncheon and Program to honor Rabbi Clifford B. Miller's 25 Years of Service to Temple Emanu-El. Featuring guest speaker, Rabbi Gordon Gladstone. RSVP required by November 16, 2012, tickets will not be sold at the door. Cost $50/per person ($25 for Rabbi Miller's former Temple Emanu-El Hebrew School students). Journal ads are also available. If you have any pictures of synagogue events from the last 25 years that include Rabbi Miller, please label them with your name/address on the back and mail to Andy Platizky c/o Temple Emanu-El - 735 Kennedy Blvd., Bayonne, NJ 07002. All pictures will be returned to you after they are scanned.
Location: Temple Emanu-El, 735 Kennedy Blvd., Bayonne
Contact: Temple Office 201-436-4499
Wednesday, December 5, 7pm - 8:30pm: Kashrut in the Kitchen. Our last session of a four week course of "Kashrut in the Kitchen" - a cooking and kashrut class led by USH rabbinic intern Ariel Russo. Learn about the method and meaning of kashrut through text study and hands on practice in the kitchen. Class meets Nov. 7, 14, 28 and Dec. 5. $80 members/ $100 non-members. Space is limited! RSVP by Nov. 2nd.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: office@hobokensynagogue.org or 201-659-4000
Thursday, December 6: Tricky Tray at the Bayonne JCC. The BJCC will hold its annual Tricky Tray to benefit the Lauren Wendroff Early Enrichment Center. The evening includes refreshments, and prizes from small to major. Prizes include tickets to events, electronics, fashion, toys, and much more. Be sure to purchase your tickets for this fun and fabulous event soon!
Location: Bayonne JCC, 1050 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
Contact: Sandra Gonzalez at 201-436-6900
Sunday, December 9, 11am - 1:30pm: Hanukkah Concert. The United Synagogue of Hoboken's Kaplan Cooperative Preschool presents, Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights, NYC hottest Kindie-Rock Band. Ticket prices and information as follows: Kaplan Cooperative Preschool students and families - FREE; USH Synagogue members $5. Children 2 and under are free All others: $10 per ticket. Join us for refreshments and Community Hanukkah Candle Lighting following the show. RSVP requested.
Location: 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact: ushpreschool@gmail.com or 201-653-8666
Friday, December 14, 6:30pm - 10pm: Community Shabbat Hanukkah Dinner and Musical Celebration at Cong. B'nai Jacob. Save the Date! Nosh and schmooze Friday Night Live! with Cantor Dubrow. Catered Shabbat Hanukkah Dinner & lots of 'Freilach'! Free on-site parking available.
Location: B'nai Jacob 176 West Side Avenue, Jersey City
Contact: info@bnaijacobjc.org; 201-435-5725
Friday, December 14, 2012, 7:30pm - 10pm: Shabbat Hanukkah Daven-and-Dine. Congregation Mount Sinai of Jersey City Heights invites all and sundry to join in a Shabbat Hanukkah "Daven-and-Dine" at the synagogue, featuring a full dinner plus potato latkes and other Jewish delicacies of questionable nutritional value. Brief Kabbalat Shabbat service begins at 7:30pm, dinner at 8:15pm, but check the synagogue website to confirm start time at www.MtSinai.net. Adults $18, children under bar/bat mitzvah age free. Congregation Mount Sinai is the oldest continuously-operating synagogue in Jersey City; its 100-year-old building is a marvel of American urban synagogue architecture. The congregation is remarkably diverse, with members originally from such exotic locales as Latin America, the Former Soviet Union, and suburban New Jersey.
Location: Cong. Mount Sinai, 128 Sherman Avenue in Jersey City Heights
Contact: London native, Rabbi Shlomo Marks: RavShlomo.MtSinai@gmail.com
BE SURE TO WATCH FOR OUR UPCOMING WINTER EVENTS IN THE DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
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Bayonne Jewish Community Center's Lauren Wendroff Early Enrichment Center - Enrollment is still ongoing for the BJCC's nursery/preschool program for 2012/2013. Full and Half day programs available, as well as a Pre-K wraparound afternoon enrichment program. Certified teachers, fully licensed. Enrichment program includes Spanish, French, computers, math, science, swimming, sports, sign language, and cooking. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. For further information contact Sandra at (201) 436-6900
Camp Galil Habonim Dror: "The Spirit of Kibbutz...Close to Home" - Since 1946, Camp Galil has been providing campers with a unique, fun, kibbutz-style overnight summer camp experience with an emphasis on community and Jewish values. Galil creates an environment that grows leaders, while fostering friendships, personal growth, and a strong connection to Israel that lasts a lifetime. The camp includes sports, swimming, arts and crafts, songs, campfires, and special days just like any other camp, but there is an indefinable element of FUN in everything that happens during the summer. Camp Galil is a kibbutz atmosphere focusing on cooperative living, and is a community of young people from all streams of Jewish life. A large majority of the counselors and staff were former campers, clearly demonstrating how campers return year after year, ultimately becoming staff-members. The camp is set in the beautiful fields and forest of Bucks County, Pennsylvania (a short distance from New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia) and serves campers from ages 8 to 16. They have 2, 3, 4, and 7 week options, plus a four day program for current 2nd grades called "Taste of Galil". Registration is currently beginning for Summer 2013, and it's not too early to start thinking about it now. Camp Galil participates in the One Happy Camper scholarship program, an organization that promotes Jewish summer overnight camp for first time attendees by providing a significant scholarship to those that qualify. For further information and to inquire about next summer, please contact the Registrar, Ilana Goldfus at Registrar@campgalil.org , (609) 558-1395, see their website at www.campgalil.org, or visit their booth at the upcoming Hoboken Arts Festival on September 30.
Chabad Hebrew School Program - Children's program for ages 4-9 years old, held on Sundays. Program includes the Aleph Champ program for older children to teach them to read fluently at the end of their Hebrew School experience and for younger children the EZ Alef program, a multi-sensory program to give them a foundation in Hebrew letters. Contact Hebrew School Director, Shaindel Schapiro at (201) 386-5222 for costs and registration.
Lubavitch on the Palisades School (LPS) - LPS, a preschool through 3rd grade Jewish elementary school is now offering door-to-door transportation in Hudson County (Hoboken and J. City). LPS is a place where young Jewish children receive an exciting, creative, and nurturing experience that will provide them with the foundation to grow educationally, socially, and spiritually. Classes have excellent student/teacher ratios, a professional staff of early childhood specialists, and a modern facility equipped with the most educationally sound equipment and manipulatives. Your child will receive a well rounded, enriching education, filled with Jewish traditions and customs intertwined with a wide array of academic subjects, personal development, values, socialization, and learning skills. They welcome every Jewish child, regardless of background or affiliation. Some spots still available for September 2012. Location: 11 Harold Street, Tenafly, NJ (transportation available). Contact Sonya Solomon, Asst. Director, 201-871-1152, Ext. 505 or Sonya@chabadlubavitch.org .
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County - SSDS is a premier Jewish day school that educates children from Pre-K (classes for 3 and 4 year olds) through 8th grade. They now serve more than 30 communities in the greater Bergen, Hudson, and Rockland County areas, as well as parts of New York City, and now offer transportation from Hudson County. Full nursery and day care facilities are also available on-site. The school is centrally located in New Milford, NJ, just 9 miles from the George Washington Bridge. If you would like more information about the possibility of giving your child a wonderful Jewish and secular education, contact them as some spots are still available for September 2012. Location: 275 McKinley Avenue, New Jersey. Contact 201-262-9898 or online at www.ssdsbergen.org .
Temple Beth-El of Jersey City Tot Shabbat Program - Monthly Shabbat program for preschool children, includes Shabbat prayers, songs, a story, and snack. For children age 5 and under with their grown-ups. Meet and make new friends, great way to meet other young families. The next program will be held on Nov. 17 at 10:30am. All are welcome. Location: Temple Beth-El, 2419 Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City. Contact: office@betheljc.org for next program date.
Temple Beth-El of Jersey City and Temple Beth Am of Bayonne Sunday School and Hebrew School - This joint program between the Reform synagogues of Jersey City and Bayonne provides an enriching Hebrew School experience for children in grades K-7. Classes are led by Rabbinic and teaching staff, with a curriculum that complements the Jewish calendar. The Religious School classes meet on Sunday mornings from 9:30am-12 noon at Temple Beth-El in Jersey City. Teachers include Rabbi Debby Hachen, Kay Magilavy, Mazi Ferreira-da Silva, Hara Benjamin-Garritano, Jeniffer Schaeffer, and Eric Schkrutz. The whole family is part of the learning experience in the Hebrew School, and Family Education programs are also offered throughout the year. The students learn Jewish history, holidays, ethics and Jewish values, Torah, as well as Hebrew reading skills and prayer, and Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation. This program is open to any child whose family belongs to either Temple Beth-El or Temple Beth Am. For information or questions about membership and/or registration for the upcoming 2012-2013 year, please contact either Rabbi Hachen of Temple Beth-El at (201) 333-4229 or Rabbi Gladstone of Temple Beth Am at (201) 858-2020.
Temple Emanu-El of Bayonne "Torah for Tots"- Children's program for ages 3-6 years old, to be held a couple of times each month, and may become weekly in the future. Classes are held on various Sundays from 9:30-11am at Temple Emanu-El in Bayonne. Program includes holiday projects, crafts, songs, stories, etc. Please contact Charlene Platitzky at (201) 437.7926 for schedule and registration. Cost is $5/class.
United Synagogue of Hoboken's Tot Shabbat - Children's program for 2 and 3 year olds (accompanied by a parent) will include Shabbat prayers, songs, dancing, and storytelling. Free, registration not required. Location: USH, 115 Park Avenue, Hoboken. For more information including the next program date/time, email ushpreschool@gmail.com.
United Synagogue of Hoboken's Shalom Chaverim: Jewish stories, songs, crafts and more - This program is for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old who do not attend Kaplan Preschool. Class meets Mondays from 4pm - 5pm from September 24, 2012 through June 3, 2013. Contact the preschool office for more information and fees at (201) 653.8666 or via email at ushpreschool@gmail.com.
United Synagogue of Hoboken, Kaplan Cooperative Preschool - Kaplan Preschool is still accepting applications for September 2012. Spaces are available for 2.5, 3 and 4 year olds. Part time and full time flexible scheduling; morning and afternoon classes. This nurturing and enriched program combines the joy of Judaism and the love of learning. Contact Rachelle Grossman, Director at 201-653-8666 or ushpreschool@gmail.com for more information and to schedule a tour.
United Synagogue USY Program - USH hosts a monthly USY program for middle school and high school students. Monthly events include games, ice breakers, food, music, and other activities and are open to boys and girls in grades 5th grade and on. For further information, contact the USH office at 201-659-4000. |
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Sign Up Now for Free Jewish Books with the PJ Library
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| The PJ Library ("PJ" as in "pyjamas") is a program developed by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and made possible through partnerships with philanthropists and local Jewish organizations. The PJ Library provides Jewish-themed children's books and music to participating families on a monthly basis.
Our community mails free, high-quality Jewish children's literature and music to families throughout Hoboken, Jersey City and Bayonne. Children ages six months through five years are welcome to participate. Re-enrollment has now begun for our area with limited spots available, so sign up at www.PJLibrary.org to enter your information online, or contact USHPreschool@gmail.com. Further information is available by calling 201-653-8666. This program is being sponsored, underwritten, and administered in our community by United Synagogue of Hoboken, Temple Beth-El of J. City, and HudsonJewish. |
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Family Foundations and Donations Sought for PJ Library Program |
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HudsonJewish in partnership with United Synagogue of Hoboken, and Temple Beth-El of Jersey City is seeking information/introductions to Family Foundations and/or individuals who have a special interest in supporting Jewish education, literacy, and children's programs in Hudson County, to help fund the PJ Library program. Currently this program provides free books to over 210 children in our area, with a waiting list pending. We are now getting ready to launch a PJ Library monthly e-newsletter for participating and interested families. While we have made significant progress in growing this program in our area, the program does not charge the participating families and relies on outside donations and funding to pay the nominal cost per child for the books to be distributed. For further information on this worthwhile program, please visit their website at www.PJLibrary.org . If you or anyone you know is interested in making a contribution and sponsoring this wonderful and important project, please contact Raylie@HudsonJewish.org . |
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Singles Group Forming, Ages 40s/50s |
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In response to inquires about singles events for people in the 40s and 50s, HudsonJewish is launching an exploratory effort. If you are interested in attending such events OR if you are willing to co-chair this Group, please contact Michelle@HudsonJewish.org if you are interested. |
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Hudson County Kosher Update |
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The number of kosher restaurants and food resources in Hudson County is increasing. The following establishments are kosher under rabbinic supervision:
- Maoz Vegetarian - 315 Wasington Street, Hoboken - Falafel/Middle Eastern; under supervision of Rabbi Israel Mayer Steinberg. www.maozusa.com
- Sapthagiri - 804 Newark Avenue, Jersey City - South and North Indian restaurant; under supervision of Rabbi Shlomo Marks of Cong. Mt. Sinai. www.sapthagiri.biz
- Crumbs Bake Shop - 409 Washington Street, Hoboken; under supervision of Orthodox Kashrut Services (OKS). www.crumbs.com
- Edible Arrangements - 84 Washington Street, Hoboken; under supervision of Rabbi Isaiah Hertzberg. www.ediblearrangements.com
- Grow & Behold - This site sells yummy kosher pastured meat/chicken, etc., which is better for you than the factory farmed stuff. They will deliver to Jersey City on Tuesdays for a flat fee of $5/$15 depending on how much you order. Select the delivery option of Essec County (they are aware that Jersey City is in Hudson County). www.growandbehold.com |
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Yiddish Book Collection Center Now Available in Jersey City |
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Do you or someone you know have Yiddish books, sheet music, newspapers or other non-religious printed materials but don't know what to do with them? In conjunction with the Yiddish Book Center, there will be a collection point in Jersey City for these materials to be donated to the Yiddish Book Center, a renowned museum of Yiddish literature, books, and documents. Your books will be shipped to the Yiddish Book Center, where they will be catalogued and evaluated for the permanent collection. Information about the center and the wonderful work that they are doing to preserve our very rich tradition of literature and music may be found at www.yiddishbookcenter.org . To arrange for someone to pick up your Yiddish materials for donation to the center, please contact Raylie Dunkel at Raylie@HudsonJewish.org . What a Mehaye! |
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HudsonJewish now has a Facebook page! Just log in to your Facebook account and search "HudsonJewish" to join. Group members can share information about upcoming events, ask questions, and generally connect with each other. This is a great way to let other people in the community know about HudsonJewish and about our region's vibrant Jewish life. |
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