Week of Events
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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October 25, 2026 -PJ & Me Pop Up Story Time
PJ & Me Pop Up Story Time
PJ & Me (Ages 0-2) is a joyful, gentle playtime designed for babies, toddlers, and the adults who love them. This cozy, connection centered program offers a chance to bond with your little one, meet other families and create sweet first Jewish memories. We’ll enjoy simple stories, songs, movement and sensory exploration inspired by PJ library books. Click here to register!
Monday, October 26, 2026
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October 26, 2026 -Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You
Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You
Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You Reincarnation, Soulmates, Dreams, Names—What These and Other Mysteries Say about the Design of Your Life A six-week course on concepts from kabbalah and how these concepts come together to answer some of life’s biggest questions. Instructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski No charge, all are welcome! Hot dinner served
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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October 27, 2026 -Author Ruth Setton with Magician Chris Wheel
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October 27, 2026 -Jewish Women Unscripted
Author Ruth Setton with Magician Chris Wheel
An Evening of Mystery, Magic & Zigzag Girl Join us for a thrilling and magical evening as we kick off the JCC Cover to Cover Book Festival! Celebrate the release of Zigzag Girl with author Ruth Setton, who will discuss the inspiration behind her captivating new novel. Then, experience the wonder firsthand as a live magician brings the magic to the stage. Zigzag Girl Lucy Moon, daughter of America's most renowned magic family, has always lived in the shadow of legends. Determined to forge her own path, she takes the stage at Atlantic City's haunted Black Widow Theatre for a career-defining performance. But when her best friend Van is found murdered inside the infamous sawing box—the same box that hid a real murder victim decades ago—Lucy is thrust into a deadly game where every suspect is a master of deception. Haunted by the ghost of Cleo West, a glamorous World War II-era assistant whose life ended in the same box, Lucy must navigate Atlantic City's criminal underworld, confront her family's dark secrets, and resist falling for a charismatic magician who might be the killer. With the help of a fierce circle of female magicians and mystics, she races to expose the truth before she becomes […]
Jewish Women Unscripted
Jewish Women Unscripted brings women 30ish to 55ish together for deep Jewish conversations, authentic connection, and shared exploration of life's joys and challenges. Through engaging discussion inspired by Jewish wisdom and values, we'll explore topics that matter most while building community and connection along the way. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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October 28, 2026 -Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
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October 28, 2026 -Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation
Gate to the Heart In this class, you’ll combine text study, introspective conversation, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the book “Gate to the Heart” by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and explore ‘four worlds’, Sefirot, levels of the soul, and different modes of encounter with The Divine. No experience with either Kabbalah or meditation is required, only openness and curiosity. Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm 8 weeks: October 14 – December 16 Cost: $180 (plus cost of book) Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -iEngage Liberal Zionism
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October 29, 2026 -Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
iEngage Liberal Zionism
iEngage Liberal Zionism: Between Crisis and Aspiration Thursdays: 6:30-8:30 pm 8 weeks: October 15 - December 17 October 15, 22, & 29, November 5, 12, & 19, & December 3, & 17 Cost: $236 Instructor: Rabbi Brent Gutmann The past two years have raised urgent, complex, and painful questions about Zionism. Using the Shalom Hartman Institute’s newest iEngage curriculum, this eight-session course will explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism, respond to major critiques of Israel and Zionism after October 7, and offer frameworks for holding moral complexity, for teaching about Israel in a time of war, and for engaging our communities with courage, compassion, and clarity.
Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings. • Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm • 8 weeks: October 15 - December 10 • Cost: $180 • Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Friday, October 30, 2026
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October 30, 2026 -The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
Saturday, October 31, 2026
No events on this day.