What's Happening at the GRJC
SHABBAT
Erev Shabbat Services
Friday, May 9 at 7:00 pm
Shabbat Services
Saturday, May 10 at 9:00 am
PLEASE NOTE: Shabbat services (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings) are held in-person with a livestream option. If you do not receive our announcements and would like to view the livestream, please contact Jforman@grjc.org.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Meet the Lone Soldiers of the IDF
Tuesday, May 6 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm
A Lone Soldier is a volunteer member of the IDF who serves without immediate family living in Israel. Meet the soldiers, ask questions, feel the power of their presence and listen to their raw, heartfelt, and deeply personal stories. Sign up HERE.
Hebrew Reading 201 with David Kossoy
Wednesday, May 7 at 7:30 pm
Upcoming dates: May 14, 21, 28; June 4, 11, 18
Torah on Tap - "An Eye for an Eye"
Thursday, May 8 at 7:30 pm
This is the last session for the year and our last one with rabbinic intern Sarah Rockford. Come study Torah with members of our community and give Sarah a great sendoff! RSVP to sarah@grjc.org for meeting location.
Teen R.O.C.K Maccabiah
Sunday, May 18 at 5:00 pm at the GRJC
Last event of the year. Teams will compete for the title of "GRJC Maccabiah Game Champions". Outdoor games and snacks. RSVP to sarah@grjc.org. Detailed flyer HERE.
Sisterhood Sip 'n Ink Night
Thursday, May 29 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
at Soo Soo Studios - 877 Prospect Street, Unit 3 in Glen Rock
Open to paid Sisterhood members and friends. Relax, sip, and create! Enjoy a night of artistic expression featuring wine tasting, treats, and ink painting fun. For more details, and to register, click HERE.
Thank You and Farewell to Rabbi Sarah
Friday, May 30 - Saturday, May 31
Come join us for Rabbi Sarah's last Shabbat visit at the GRJC. There will be a special oneg and Kiddush lunch in her honor.
Tot Shabbat
Saturday, May 31 at 10:45 am
Open to the community and perfect for young families with Nursery School-age children.
Please come celebrate Shabbat and join us for kiddush lunch to follow. Led by Hillary Green-Lerman. Sign up HERE.
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MORE AT THE GRJC
Men's Club / Sisterhood
Join Sisterhood HERE. Join Men's Club HERE.
Sponsor a Kiddush
We welcome you to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, new baby/naming, graduation or other event by clicking HERE. Please contact the main office first to make sure your requested date is available.
Cemetery Plots Available
The Glen Rock Jewish Center has an area at Cedar Park Cemetery in Paramus. We have plots for sale which include perpetual care. For more information contact: Ed Koransky at 201-965-0042 or Bob Berliner at 201-280-6118.
Encyclopedia Judaica
Synagogue members have access to the online version of Encyclopedia Judaica, 2nd ed. Please contact the main office at office@grjc.org or 201-652-6624 for the password to access this ebook.
Food Collection Year Round
The GRJC collects kosher and non-kosher food and donations for the Center for Food Action. We appreciate your contributions. No expired food please.
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SUPPORTING ISRAEL
Guide to Jewish Senior Living - a Resource for Jewish Seniors and their Families - Click HERE.
Resources from The Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Check out this resource guide for Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties. We encourage you to use it to find a helping hand, guidance and/or support for you, your family or your friends and neighbors. It is organized into four categories:
- Food and Nutrition, including Senior Services
- Economic Relief
- Mental Health Services
- Domestic Violence
Fri, May 9 2025 11 Iyyar 5785
