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Jewish Events in Central New Jersey

41 upcoming Jewish community events in Central New Jersey from Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey's calendar: classes, holiday celebrations, family and young adult programs, volunteering and more.

Updated daily · last read Oct 7, 2026

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October 2026

Jewish Communal October 7th Commemoration Program
Wed, Oct 75:30 – 7:30 PMThe JCC of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
We are honored to welcome Elsie of Friends of the Lone Soldier as our keynote speaker. Elsie served in the Elite Oketz Unit.
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Today
A Community Gathering of Remembrance for the Victims of October 7
Fri, Oct 96:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave., Monroe Twp, NJ 08831
Beyond The Pages: An Author Speaker Series kicks off the season at Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish…
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This week
Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Oct 119:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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This week
Jews in Spain-a talk by Rabbi Debra "Deb" Smith
Sun, Oct 112:00 – 3:30 PMThe Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, 310 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728
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This week
Barbara Kagan Littman Book and Author
Mon, Oct 127:00 – 9:30 PM
The Barbara Kagan Littman Book and Author is an annual program that features an author of books of Jewish…
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This week
Culinary Skills Class
Wed, Oct 147:00 – 9:00 PMTemple Emanu-El, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
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This week
HaZak!
Thu, Oct 1512:00 – 2:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Young adults
Singles Event: 20s and 30s
Thu, Oct 156:00 – 8:00 PMTemple Shaari Emeth, 400 Craig Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726
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PJP John Kenrick Series Zoom Program
Thu, Oct 158:30 – 9:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Jewish DateNight
Thu, Oct 159:00 – 10:00 PMOnline/Virtual
Join thousands of Jewish singles for a better way to meet — with up to 7 thoughtfully matched introductions in one…
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L'Chaim Lounge
Sat, Oct 177:30 – 10:30 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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L’Chaim Lounge 2026
Sat, Oct 177:30 – 11:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816-4307
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Oct 189:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Leonard Cohen - Judaism in Song with Rabbi Ron Isaacs
Sun, Oct 189:30 – 11:30 AMHighland Park Conservative Temple - Congregation Anshe Emeth, 201 South Third Ave., Highland Park, NJ 08904
Rabbi Ron Isaacs will lead a google presentation on the life of Leonard Cohen.
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"Among Neighbors" with Director Q&A @ Basie Cinemas
Sun, Oct 181:00 – 3:30 PMBrookdale Community College Lincroft Campus, Student Life Center Room 217 & 218, Lincroft, NJ 07738
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Jewish Education Conference "Inviting G-d into Classroom"
Sun, Oct 181:00 – 3:30 PMTemple Beth Shalom, 108 County Road 522, Englishtown, NJ 07726
Jewish educators are invited to join us at our biannual Jewish Educational Conference.
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EBJC Men's Club Fall Hike
Sun, Oct 182:00 – 4:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Gustav Klimt
Sun, Oct 182:00 – 3:30 PMThe Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, 310 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728
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PJP Scholar Series Zoom Program
Thu, Oct 228:30 – 10:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Oct 259:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Fall Festival Meet Up
Sun, Oct 2510:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Must REGISTER in advance to be provided the address 24-48 hours ahead of event
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Escape Room Event!
Sun, Oct 251:30 – 2:30 PMThe Amazing Escape Room, 2300 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08820
Put your teamwork, problem-solving skills, and detective abilities to the test!
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Over the Rainbow-Jewish Songwriters of Hollywood & Broadway
Sun, Oct 252:30 – 6:00 PMThe Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, 310 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728
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Two Shuls Game Night!
Wed, Oct 286:30 – 8:30 PMTemple Bnai Shalom, 15 Fern Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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November 2026

Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Nov 19:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Bagels, Books, and Authors with Dr. Kerry Olitzky
Sun, Nov 112:00 – 1:30 PMHighland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth, 201 S. Third Ave., Highland Park, NJ 08904-2513
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Jewish Early Childhood Education Conference
Tue, Nov 39:00 AM – 3:00 PMJewish Federation in the Heart of NJ, 230 Old Bridge Turnpike, South River, NJ 08882
Jewish Education conference for educators that will feature a variety of subject experts and include multiple…
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The Fire Agent : An Afternoon with David Baerwald
Tue, Nov 31:30 – 2:30 PM1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
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Jewish Business Networking Night
Tue, Nov 36:00 – 8:00 PMEast Brunswick Jewish Cen, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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The 27th Annual Rutgers Jewish Film Festival
Thu, Nov 512:00 – 9:30 PMThe Regal Cinema Commerce Center, 2399 US 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ 08902
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Nov 89:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Mission in Motion Telethon
Wed, Nov 114:00 – 8:00 PMOffice of Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey, 230 Old Bridge Turnpike, South River, NJ 08882
A simple call. A real impact. Thursday, November 12, 2026 4:00pm - 8:00pm Connect to Make a Difference!
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Young adults
Jewish Singles Mixer: 30-40s
Thu, Nov 126:00 – 8:00 PMMalboro Jewish Center, 103 School Road West, Malboro, NJ
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Rock Shabbat with Guest Artists Doni and Eric of Nefesh Mountain
Fri, Nov 137:30 – 9:30 PMTemple Shaari Emeth, 400 Craig Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726
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JCC of Middlesex County & Mench Chapter of Hadassah Lights Out Beach Boys!
Sat, Nov 146:00 – 10:00 PM1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Nov 159:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Nov 229:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Period Poverty Packing Event (Hadassah) in East Brunswick NJ
Sun, Nov 221:00 – 3:00 PM
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Bagels and Blocks
Sun, Nov 22Monmouth Reform Temple, 332 Hance Ave., Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
BAGELS & BLOCKS is back! 🥯🧱 Join us at Monmouth Reform Temple for a fun Sunday morning program just…
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Temple B'nai Shalom Religious School Kick-Off
Sun, Nov 299:00 – 10:30 AMTemple B'nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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December 2026

JCC Middlesex Chanukah Luncheon
Thu, Dec 311:30 AM – 2:00 PMJewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
Celebrate Chanukah with the JCC of Middlesex County at a festive holiday luncheon filled with warmth, tradition…
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About events in Central New Jersey

These are the community events Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey publishes on its calendar at jewishheartnj.org, read by FedFinder every day. Religious services, holiday dates and internal meetings aren't included here; the full calendar has them. A listing on a public calendar isn't always open to everyone, so check eligibility and registration with the host.

Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey on FedFinder → Programs, ways to get involved, and how to get in touch.

Jewish events nearby

Princeton, Mercer and Bucks 15 events · 16 mi
Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties 5 events · 17 mi
MetroWest New Jersey 40 events · 27 mi
Ocean County, New Jersey 5 events · 29 mi
New York City 31 events · 31 mi
Northern New Jersey 11 events · 38 mi

Questions

Where can I find Jewish events in Central New Jersey?

This page lists the upcoming community events on Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey's calendar (41 right now), read daily. For the Federation's programs, services and how to get involved, see its FedFinder page.

Are these events open to everyone?

Many are. Each listing says so when it's open to all; otherwise check eligibility, cost and registration with the host before you go.

How do I get my event listed in Central New Jersey?

Hosts can submit an event on FedFinder's "Promote your event" page. A featured event appears at the top of this page and the Event Calendar for people looking for events in Central New Jersey.