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Thursday, June 3

Axelrod Performing Arts Center. Asbury Shorts NY, will present "Short Film Concert," A program of international award winning short films from the past and present, Asbury Shorts NY is now celebrating its 30th anniversary with a 22-city tour of the country. 100 Grant Ave., Deal. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12. Information, visit www.axelrodartscenter.com or call (732) 531-9100 ext. 142.

Sunday, June 6

Temple Sha'arey Shalom of Springfield. 29th annual "Sustaining Fund Event," a special performance by the New Jersey Cantors' Concert Ensemble. This very special event is being produced to honor two of its devoted staff members -- Cantor Amy Daniels and Family Educator Mindy Schreff. 78 South Springfield Ave., Springfield. 4-6 p.m. with a gala reception prior to the concert from 3-4 p.m. The cost is $18 per adult, in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 for students up to age 18. Information, contact the temple office at (973) 379-5387 or at office@shaarey.org.

N.J. Chapter of Parents of North American Israelis. Brunch meeting with your fellow PNAI-NIKS accompanied by Israeli musical entertainment. Reservations are needed and the small fee can be paid at the door. Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 11 a.m. Information, call Len at (908) 352-3371.

Monday, June 7

Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County. Annual Meeting and installation of officers. Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. 7 p.m. RSVP: (732) 777-1940 or (609) 395-7979.

Tuesday, June 8

Lakewood BlueClaws. Jewish Heritage Night. First Energy Park in Lakewood. Tickets for this event are available through from Congregation Kol Am. $9 for adults, $7 for children under 12 years of age and seniors over 65 years of age. Ticket orders and payments no later than May 24.

Wednesday, June 9

Regency Jewish Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Free glatt kosher BBQ. 380 DeMott Lane, Somerset. 12 p.m. RSVP: Call Marlene at (732) 873-2000.

YM-YWHA of Union County. Annual Meeting. The meeting will include the election of the new board members and new officers of the board. Nominations for the board, other than those made by the nominating committee, may be done by petition filed with the secretary of the "Y" and signed by at least 50 members of the "Y" in good standing. 501 Green Lane, Union. 7:30 p.m. Information, call (908) 289-8112.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.