IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Federation Allocations 101: What It All Means – We have created this series to be as transparent as possible about how the dollars we raise are allocated. In this final installment, we address how the dollars that stay here at Federation are used in important ways. more

Announcing a Fun and Inspirational Evening of Adult Jewish Learning – Join us at the JCC of Central NJ on Saturday, February 10 for an evening of interesting sessions led by local clergy and Jewish educators, a musical Havdalah celebration with the Shabbatones, and a selection of delicious wine and dessert. more

Holocaust Council’s Annual Exhibit Has a New Twist – This year’s From Memory to History exhibit includes “Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females – Tapestries and Sculpture by Linda Stein,” an award-winning New York City artist, educator, and activist. more

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Start Reading Now for Second Arad Book Club Meeting – Grab a copy of Katerina by Aharon Appelfeld, a unique story about a Ukrainian peasant who thinks she is the last Jew on earth, and join us on Sunday, February 11 to discuss the book with our friends in Arad, Israel. more

YOUR IMPACT

How my Bar Mitzvah Project Built Bridges – GMW high school student Josh Lubetkin shares his personal story of turning his passions for soccer and Israel into a meaningful 2½-year-long project for his bar mitzvah. more

Teens, Learn to Babysit for Children with Special Needs – Register now for this six-week course that will give you all the tools you need to provide a much-needed service to families in our community. more

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Upcoming Events

January 10

REAL TO REEL FILM SERIES
Holocaust Council presents Holocaust Heroes which explores the many forms of resistance. more

January 11

JKID EDUCATOR INTERCHANGE WORKSHOP
Get ideas for how your day school or synagogue can create an inspiring Yom Ha’atzmaut program. more 

January 11

BEING MORTAL
Join us for a film screening and discussion of Being Mortal, the PBS Frontline documentary based on the best-selling book about the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness. more

January 14

SUPER SCIENCE
Easy Jewish Family Fun event for kids ages 4-6. more  

January 17

HOLOCAUST COUNCIL LUNCH & LEARN
Auschwitz survivor Werner Rich discusses his book, The Death Camp Magicians. more

January 17

SPORTS FUN WITH
GOA ROADRUNNERS
Easy Jewish Family Fun event for kids ages 5-7. more  

January 17

WINTER VOLUNTEER
BOOT CAMP
Work alongside WAE Center clients on a special project. more

January 18, 19, 23, & 25

COFFEE AND CAMP
Join us at the time and location that’s best for you to learn more about summer camp options. more

January 20

HAVDALAH AMONG THE STARS!
A community-wide family experience with indoor planetarium and activities for children ages 2-12. more

January 23

WINTER VOLUNTEER BOOT CAMP
Make chocolate creations and cards for clients of Jewish Relief Agency. more

January 28

EXPLORING THE RAINFOREST
Easy Jewish Family Fun event for kids ages 2-6. more

February 10

LIVE & LEARN
An evening of Jewish exploration, inspiration, and celebration. more

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MARCH 11

THE BIGGIVE/CHALLAH BAKE JR.

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