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Thursday, June 10

Highland Park Conservative Temple-Congregation Anshe Emeth. E.B. Solomont, the New York correspondent for the Jerusalem Post on "Israel's Response in Haiti: An Insider's View." She covers the United Nations, Israel diplomacy and Jewish communal affairs. On Jan. 14 she was sent to Haiti by the Post to cover the earthquake and the response by the Israeli Defense Forces. She spent 4-5 days with the IDF at their field hospital and on search and rescue missions, often filing her reports via satellite phone. 201 South Third Ave., Highland Park. 8:30 p.m. Free. Information, (732) 545-6482.

Sunday, June 13

Congregation Beth-El. Yankees vs. Mets Minor League baseball game. Trenton Thunder Stadium, One Thunder Road, Trenton. Tickets are $10.Information, Beth-El (732) 985-7272.

Hadassah Chapters of Raritan Valley, Metuchen-Edison Gesher, and Colonia. Tzofim Friendship Caravan. This group of highly talented Israeli Scouts will warm your heart and bring a piece of Israel right to you. Proceeds will benefit Young Judaea projects in Israel. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. 4 p.m. Purchased in advance: $10 for adults; $5 for children ($25 cap for families). Purchased at the door: $18 for adults, $10 for children.

Temple Rodeph Torah. Finding Work in a Difficult Economy – Three Success Stories. The seminar will feature three professionals who found new employment using unconventional approaches to their search. TRTCares hopes that hearing these stories will inspire and reinvigorate community members who are currently seeking employment. 15 Mohawk Drive, Marlboro. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Anyone wishing to attend, please RSVP directly to TRTCares at (732) 320-8287 or trtcares@gmail.com.

Temple Beth Or. Clean Up Day. Please come and help clean up! Help clean, plant, repair, organize! Volunteers needed, 200 Van Zile Road, Brick. 9 a.m.-noon. Information, www.templebethorbrick.org or (732) 458-4700.

The Chabad of East Brunswick. Women's program. Workshop given by New York artist, Neria Cohen, who originates from South Africa. You will be lead to explore the way you experience life, God, and your mission in the world. Home of Ora Malka Goodman, 19 Beacon Hill Drive, East Brunswick. 7:45 p.m. Suggested donations is $15. Information , www.EBchabad.com, or email us at om@ebchabad.com, or call (732) 333-3220.

Monday June 14

Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library. What non-profit organizations need to know about using social media. Seminar to address the legal issues and potential liabilities that can arise from a non-profit organizations use of social media. Those attending will learn the legal concerns confronting a non-profit organization that uses Facebook, Twitter, blogs or any other social media. Attorney Harry Levin, principal of the law firm Levin Cyphers, along with associates Adam Steuerman, and Kelly Hamilton Uliano, will present the program and answer questions. 101 Washington St., Toms River. 9 a.m. Free and open to the public. Register online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or by phone (732) 349-6200 or (609) 971-0514.

Tuesday, June 15

Congregation Ahavas Achim. An evening of Sephardic and Middle Eastern music with Shlomo Haviv. Shlomo Haviv has performed at Carnegie Hall and many famous national and international venues in Israel, Latin America, and Europe. He was a lead vocalist in the Israeli Army Orchestra, and held acting and singing roles in Broadway hits, including Evita and Fiddler on the Roof. He is a featured vocalist on over 30 albums. 216 South First Ave., Highland Park. 7:30 p.m. $5/person (at door only).

Wednesday, June 16

Jewish Family and Children's Service. Job search workshop geared toward recent college graduates. In this three hour workshop, Ilana Levitt, master career counselor and job search strategist will cover: Outlook for the Class of 2010; The Interview; Proven Resume Techniques for New College Graduates. Congregation Beth Chaim, 29 Village Road East, Princeton Junction. 6-9 p.m. Registration or information, Debra H. Levenstein at (609) 987-8100 or debral@jfcsonline.org.

Education Committee of Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe. Film screening of Brighton Beach Memoirs. 1600 Perrineville Road, Monroe. 7:30 p.m. Free, donations requested. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Metuchen-Edison Gesher Hadassah. Year-end dinner and installation. Israeli food sets the mood for our annual end of year dinner bash, where we'll also be treated to the piano stylings of our own local virtuoso, Andrea Colby. New Chapter officers will be formally installed. Congregation, Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 6:30 p.m. $12 per person if you make your reservation by the deadline and $15 after the deadline. RSVP, contact Renee Frank by Friday, June 11 before sundown via email at rffrank2@verizon.net or phone at (732) 494-4932.

Wednesday, June 23

YM-YWHA of Union County. Trip to Grounds for Sculpture. A 35-acre public sculpture park in Hamilton, it was promoted by famous sculpture Sward Johnson in order to encourage understanding and appreciation of contemporary sculpture for all people. Departs from the Y at 501 Green Lane, Union at 10 a.m. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $20 for members, $25 for non-members. RSVP or information, (908) 289-8112.

ORT America/New Jersey Region. 130th Anniversary Celebration. Paul Shapiro's "Ribs and Brisket Revue." Forsgate Country Club, 375 Forsgate Drive, Monroe. Noon. $54. Information, call (888) 675-2678.

Thursday, June 24

55 Plus Club. Day trip to Mt. Airy Casino, Mt. Pocono, Pa. leaves from the Renaissance Hotel, Iselin at 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a bagel and juice on the bus. Meets at Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. $27, receive $30 slot play, and $5 food voucher. Information or reservations, Judy Kamen (732) 283-0289.

Bat Shalom Hadassah of Jackson-Howell. Monthly general meeting and presentation. The speaker, Lena Feld, will talk about her growing up Jewish in China. Feld was born in Shanghai, China. Her mother had arrived in Shanghai from Siberia. Her father's family also arrived in China from Siberia and settled in the Manchurian city of Harbin. Feld's father's family later relocated to Shanghai, where her parents met and married in 1935. A very interesting evening is in store. Westlake Mews, South Cooks Bridge Road off Manhattan Street, Jackson. 7:30 p.m. Information, Judy Bernard at (732) 928-7050 or Lynn Zukowsky at (732) 833-7444.

Monday, June 28

Chabad Jewish Center of Monroe. Kiselev's List. Join us in watching a fascinating documentary on a daring Holocaust rescue, followed by discussion with participating escapee Jack Chevlin. Chabad Jewish Center 261 Gravel HIll Road, Monroe. 7:30 p.m. Couvert $10 RSVP (732) 656-1616.

Sisterhood of Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe. Dr. Bryan Berger of the Innovative Wellness Center. He is a chiropractor and fitness specialist. 1600 Perrineville Road, Monroe. 1 p.m. Free, donations requested. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Tuesday, June 29

YM-YWHA of Union County. Trip to Pt. Pleasant. Stroll on the boardwalk, followed by a delightful boat ride on an old fashioned paddle boat, The River Belle on Pt. Pleasant Manasquan River. Departs from the Y at 501 Green Lane, Union, at 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $35 for members, $40 for non-members. RSVP or information, (908) 289-8112.

Thursday, July 1

Jewish Community Center of Greater Monmouth County. Rising Star Productions, the Youth Performing Arts Academy of JCC Monmouth, is holding auditions for the summer production of Willie Wonka. Auditions are open to boys and girls, ages 7-17; children must be at least 7 years old to audition. Each performer must prepare a song and be prepared to read a monologue. 100 Grant Ave., Deal Park. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Information, contact Tova Halpern, at (732) 531-9100, ext. 171 or thalpern@jccmonmouth.org.

Congregation Beth-El. Not Quite Midnight Bingo. Come join us for a chance to win $1000 in prizes, plus 50/50 game, raffles and door prizes. Light refreshments will be available. at 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison. Doors will open at 9:30 p.m. and games will begin at 11 p.m. Information, (732) 985-7272.

Tuesday, July 13

Chabad Women's Circle. Fire and Spice and Everything Nice -- the Havdalla Workshop. Create your own braided Havdala candle. Delight your senses with a potpourri of delicious aromas while enjoying a delectable salad bar. Chabad Jewish Center. 261 Gravel HIll Road, Monroe. 7:30 p.m. Couvert $12. RSVP (732) 656-1616.

Sunday, July 18

State of Israel Bonds. Brunch honoring Sylvia Aidikoff, Ethel and Jack Chevlin, Eveyln and Ascher Goldstein. Distinguished guest speaker, Brigadier General (Ret.) Yehuda Halevy. Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Twp, 1600 Perrineville Road, Monroe. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Couvert $18. RSVP by July 8. Checks payable to Jewish Congregation of Concordia/Monroe Twp: 1600 Perrineville Road, P.O Box 6852, Monroe, NJ 08831. Information, (609) 395-1952.

Monday, July 19

Alisa Chapter of Hadassah. Meeting with Gerri Burns, president of IDT Secure, on Identity Theft -- how it occurs, what we can do when it occurs, and how to prevent identity theft, and information children and grandchildren should know. Concordia Jewish Center, 1600 Perrineville Road, Monroe. 7:15 p.m. Information, Rhoda at (609) 409-0983 or Bunny at (732) 605-1068.

Sunday, August 1

Congregation Brothers of Israel. SOULFARM concert. Led by musicians Noah Solomon and C. Lanzbom, SOULFARM weaves a wide range of influences, like a fine musical tapestry, from authentic Jam, Blues and Rock ‘n Roll, with threads of Middle Eastern melodies. Eclectic and soulful, SOULFARM delivers pulsating percussion, dancing rhythms and gripping guitar lead. Stinger's, 656 Ocean Ave., Long Branch. Tickets range from $50 to $100. Information, call (732) 222-6666 or email info@brothersisrael.org.

Monday, August 16

Alisa Chapter of Hadassah. Bruce Tucker will present an reenactment of Commodore Uriah Phillips Levy, USN. Hear about Commodore Levy's life and how he became the first Jewish Commodore in the United States Navy. Commodore Levy represents a part of American History as well as Jewish History. Concordia Jewish Center, 1600 Perrineville Road, Monroe. 7:15 p.m. Information, Rhoda at (609) 409-0983 or Bunny at (732) 605-1068.