What's Happening at the GRJC
SHABBAT
Shabbat Together
Friday, November 21
5:30 pm: Shabbat sing-along for Nursery Schoolers - Kindergarten
6:00 pm: Catered traditional Shabbat dinner for all
(with vegetarian options)
7:00 pm: Engaging inter-generational Shabbat Together service in the sanctuary
Sign up HERE.
Friday, November 21
5:30 pm: Shabbat sing-along for Nursery Schoolers - Kindergarten
6:00 pm: Catered traditional Shabbat dinner for all
(with vegetarian options)
7:00 pm: Engaging inter-generational Shabbat Together service in the sanctuary
Sign up HERE.
Shabbat Services
Saturday, November 22 at 9:00 am
Saturday, November 22 at 9:00 am
Game Day on Shabbat
Saturday, November 22 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Extend your Shabbat experience! Stay after kiddush and enjoy Shabbat-friendly games with friends and family. Bring your favorites or have fun with ours. Snacks will be provided.
Saturday, November 22 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Extend your Shabbat experience! Stay after kiddush and enjoy Shabbat-friendly games with friends and family. Bring your favorites or have fun with ours. Snacks will be provided.
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
Teen R.O.C.K. Challah Bake
Sunday, November 23 at 5:00 to 7:00 pm
RSVP HERE.
Sunday, November 23 at 5:00 to 7:00 pm
RSVP HERE.
Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Eve Service
Wednesday, November 26 at 7:30 pm
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church - 233 South Highwood Avenue in Glen Rock
"How to Pray" with David Kossoy
Wednesday, December 3 at 7:30
Topic: "Amidah, the whispered devotion – what’s all the whispering about?"
Registration information to come.
Play Mah Jongg with Sisterhood
Thursday, December 4 at 7:00 pm
All skill levels are welcomed. Sign up HERE.
Birthday / Anniversary Shabbat
Friday, December 5 at 7:00 pm
If you have a birthday or anniversary during the month of December, join us for erev Shabbat services and a special blessing and treat from Rabbi Schlosberg.
Wednesday, December 3 at 7:30
Topic: "Amidah, the whispered devotion – what’s all the whispering about?"
Registration information to come.
Play Mah Jongg with Sisterhood
Thursday, December 4 at 7:00 pm
All skill levels are welcomed. Sign up HERE.
Birthday / Anniversary Shabbat
Friday, December 5 at 7:00 pm
If you have a birthday or anniversary during the month of December, join us for erev Shabbat services and a special blessing and treat from Rabbi Schlosberg.
Tot Shabbat
Saturday, December 6 at 10:45 am
Open to the community and perfect for families with Nursery School-age children. Come celebrate Shabbat and join us for kiddush lunch after. Led by Hilary Green-Lerman. Sign up HERE.
Shabbat Together
Friday, December 12
5:30 pm: Shabbat sing-along for Nursery Schoolers - Kindergarten
6:00 pm: Catered traditional Shabbat dinner for all
(with vegetarian options)
7:00 pm: Engaging inter-generational Shabbat Together service in the sanctuary
Sign up information to come.
Senior Schmooze with Rabbi Schlosberg - Chanukah Celebration
Tuesday, December 16 at 12 noon (with lunch)
Enjoy a special holiday lunch plus latkes, donuts, games and a visit from our Nursery Schoolers. Wear your favorite Chanukah attire and make fun holiday treats. Sign up HERE or RSVP by 12/11 to 201-652-6624 or lindas@grjc.org.
Teen R.O.C.K. Event
Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm
Details to come.
Torah on Tap
Sunday, December 14 at 7:30 pm
Details to come.
Annual Community Menorah Lighting
Tuesday, December 16 at 5:30 pm
Wilde Memorial Park - 683 Maple Avenue in Glen Rock
Friday, December 12
5:30 pm: Shabbat sing-along for Nursery Schoolers - Kindergarten
6:00 pm: Catered traditional Shabbat dinner for all
(with vegetarian options)
7:00 pm: Engaging inter-generational Shabbat Together service in the sanctuary
Sign up information to come.
Senior Schmooze with Rabbi Schlosberg - Chanukah Celebration
Tuesday, December 16 at 12 noon (with lunch)
Enjoy a special holiday lunch plus latkes, donuts, games and a visit from our Nursery Schoolers. Wear your favorite Chanukah attire and make fun holiday treats. Sign up HERE or RSVP by 12/11 to 201-652-6624 or lindas@grjc.org.
Teen R.O.C.K. Event
Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm
Details to come.
Torah on Tap
Sunday, December 14 at 7:30 pm
Details to come.
Annual Community Menorah Lighting
Tuesday, December 16 at 5:30 pm
Wilde Memorial Park - 683 Maple Avenue in Glen Rock
"How to Pray" with David Kossoy
Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm
Topic: "Kaddish – why are there so many different versions, and what do they mean?"
Registration information to come.
Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm
Topic: "Kaddish – why are there so many different versions, and what do they mean?"
Registration information to come.
Annual "Light up the Night" Chanukah Event
Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 pm (note the new time)
Includes: outdoor menorah lighting, fire-twirling rabbi, latkes/jelly donuts/hot drinks, plus Chanukah crafts and fun for kids!
Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 pm (note the new time)
Includes: outdoor menorah lighting, fire-twirling rabbi, latkes/jelly donuts/hot drinks, plus Chanukah crafts and fun for kids!
MORE AT THE GRJC
Men's Club / Sisterhood
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.
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.
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
Federation of Northern NJ Israel Emergency Fund: 100% of funds raised will go to Israel.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
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
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
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