Welcoming the stranger is a core principle of Judaism rooted in our texts and in our history. Drawing on these values, HIAS, as the oldest refugee agency, has long stood for the fair and equal treatment of those seeking asylum and refuge. In this program, we will learn about HIAS’ history, the important work being done today, and the current threats and challenges faced by immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Join us to explore these topics and learn how you can take action in this moment. Host & Moderator Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz Director at Ramapo College of NJ Center for Holocaust & Genocide Studies

The Rabbi Israel S. Dresner Center for Collaborative Programs & Learning is sponsoring a day at Hinchliffe Stadium for school aged children and their parents. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet members of the various congregations that have joined us for worship for the MLK Shabbats and other Dresner Center Events. Tickets are being purchased by the Dresner Center. To claim your free ticket(s), please RSVP using the link provided.

Join us for the Unfinished Business of Freedom: A Juneteenth Perspective on Freedom, at 12:30pm at the Wayne Public Library. This program is to both celebrate the observance of Juneteenth and continue the philosophy of Rabbi Dresner to make the world a better place. This event is sponsored by the Rabbi Israel S. Dresner Center in partnership with the Wayne Public Library.

The JHSNJ (Jewish Historical Society of North Jersey) will once again be collaborating with the Rabbi Israel S. Dresner Center for Collaborative Programs and Learning Inc. in the cosponsorship of an Interfaith Concert on Sunday evening June 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM featuring TAVIM, the multi-generational a cappella group from Temple Beth Sholom of Teaneck under the direction of Rabbi Louis Polisson, Associate Rabbi, and the Combined Choirs of the First A.M.E. Zion Church of Paterson under the direction of Skip Van Rensalier, Minister of Music and Musical Director. The concert will feature each choir performing pieces together as well as individually. In addition, the program will feature Cantor Emeritus Charles Romalis of Temple Beth Tikvah with Louise Romalis singing "America The Beautiful". The event will conclude with a dessert reception in the social hall. Please mark your calendars for what promises to be a wonderful significant community-wide event. The concert is free and open to the public.