Join others for a bagel brunch as we use this opportunity to celebrate our volunteers. This informal Gathering, in person only with no Zoom option, will be preparation for our Not Too Spooky Haunted House fundraiser, starting at noon. Chat with your fellow ghouls and goblins for a little pre-fundraiser “spirit”-raising cheer.
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to our Not Too Spooky Haunted House. This gore-free Halloween event focuses more on fun than frights. Win prizes in the creepy carnival, watch the ghosts prance and dance, speak to the magic mirror, and if you dare, venture into the Haunted Forest. This event is geared to the […]
In this philosophical discussion group, which meets on Zoom, the evening’s discussion topic is chosen by the participants. Socrates Café is a movement to bring philosophy outside the academic setting. It helps those of us who are not professional philosophers develop our critical thinking skills by interacting respectfully and actively with others who share a […]
All are welcome to this open meeting. For further information about AA, please see nnjaa.org.
Mindfulness at Midday uses a secular and evidence-based series of mindfulness protocols, such as the ones developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Meetings will begin with a brief overview of our plan for the session, including a check-in with all participants regarding their goals […]
The Family & Friends Circle is an opportunity to explore the deeper questions of human existence and the unique role each of us can play in creating healthier, more welcoming, more inclusive and healing environments for humans and the rest of nature in a family-friendly format. Headed by Ethical Education Director Samantha Stankiewicz, along with […]
Two award-winning musicians, cellist Suji Kim and pianist Jacqueline Schiller-Audi, will perform at our Sunday Gatherings on Nov. 3 and Nov. 17. They will play movements from the Beethoven Sonata in C and the Rachmaninoff Sonata in G minor for cello and piano. Suji Kim is principal cellist at The Little Opera Company of NJ, […]
The rise in anxiety and depression among our nation’s youth can be attributed to a range of factors, including the pandemic, social media, inadequate support networks, increasing loneliness, declining school funding, and environmental stressors. As a result, more young people are missing educational milestones, college dropout rates are rising, and incidence of suicide and drug […]
All are welcome to this open meeting. For further information about AA, please see nnjaa.org.
This community workshop, Understanding and Mitigating Adverse Childhood Experiences, will focus on how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) affect youth throughout their lives, and how youth leaders and caregivers can help. The workshop is free and lunch will be provided. To register, please contact Leader Curt Collier at [email protected] or 914-648-0009.
Mindfulness at Midday uses a secular and evidence-based series of mindfulness protocols, such as the ones developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Meetings will begin with a brief overview of our plan for the session, including a check-in with all participants regarding their goals […]
Join us at the Hope Presbyterian Church in Teaneck, NJ for the eleventh annual Teaneck Packathon, assembling lunches to send to schoolchildren in Haiti. Half of Haiti’s 11 million people need food assistance. We join with Future Forward for Haiti as they aim to pack 70,ooo meals for children living the mountain areas of Chapottin […]
The Family & Friends Circle is an opportunity to explore the deeper questions of human existence and the unique role each of us can play in creating healthier, more welcoming, more inclusive and healing environments for humans and the rest of nature in a family-friendly format. Headed by Ethical Education Director Samantha Stankiewicz, along with […]
This is the first Gathering after the most significant election of our lives. Let’s come together to share our thoughts and feelings about the outcome and how we move forward to address the challenges we face regardless of the results. Member Jim Norman will facilitate this morning’s discussion. This Gathering is in person at the […]
Conversemos offers people with at least basic knowledge of Spanish an opportunity to be immersed in Spanish language and culture. Facilitated by member Silvia Acosta on Zoom. The Zoom link will be in our weekly Focus newsletter and may be obtained by emailing Silvia at [email protected].
All are welcome to this open meeting. For further information about AA, please see nnjaa.org.
Our Grant Writing Collaborative, under the direction of Society Leader Curt Collier, provides grant-writing training and teamwork to help like-minded nonprofits reach their goals. The Collaborative meets via Zoom on the second Wednesday of each month, September through June. You can get all details and register here.
Our Society is sponsoring the documentary “Join or Die,” part of the Teaneck International Film Festival (TIFF). The film will be shown at our meetinghouse. Tickets may be purchased at the door the night of the film; advance tickets may be purchased only through the Film Festival. In describing “Join or Die,” TIFF says, “This is a film […]
Mindfulness at Midday uses a secular and evidence-based series of mindfulness protocols, such as the ones developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Meetings will begin with a brief overview of our plan for the session, including a check-in with all participants regarding their goals […]
Open Mic Variety Night invites members and visitors to the stage for entertaining music, poetry, and storytelling. Sign up at the door to participate or just show up to appreciate! A piano and sound equipment is available; snacks and beverages available for purchase; masks optional. We’ve had such an enthusiastic response to Open Mic Variety […]
Two award-winning musicians, cellist Suji Kim and pianist Jacqueline Schiller-Audi, will perform at our Sunday Gatherings on Nov. 3 and Nov. 17. They will play movements from the Beethoven Sonata in C and the Rachmaninoff Sonata in G minor for cello and piano. Suji Kim is principal cellist at The Little Opera Company of NJ, […]
This interactive and intergenerational Oxfam Hunger Banquet, led by our Family & Friends Circle, teaches participants about hunger and food distribution in the world. Award-winning musicians Suji Kim and Jacqueline Schiller-Audi will provide our music this morning.
All are welcome to this open meeting. For further information about AA, please see nnjaa.org.
Mindfulness at Midday uses a secular and evidence-based series of mindfulness protocols, such as the ones developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Meetings will begin with a brief overview of our plan for the session, including a check-in with all participants regarding their goals […]
allianThe new Bergen County LGBTQ+ Men’s Group, open to all queer-identifying cis and transgender men, meets the fourth Friday of every month at 7 pm. This inclusive group is aimed at conversation and community-building in a safe space. For more information, contact Nick at Bergen County LGBTQ+ Alliance, [email protected], or visit the organization’s website.
Let’s get together on another Thanksgiving Weekend to play some board games and enjoy the company of our community! The Family & Friends Circle is an opportunity to explore the deeper questions of human existence and the unique role each of us can play in creating healthier, more welcoming, more inclusive and healing environments for […]
What’s on your night table or e-reader? What have you just finished reading and want to share with friends? At today’s Gathering, share your recent favorites, perhaps read a paragraph that moves you, or come to get ideas for your next book to read. Member Anu Padki will facilitate the discussion. This Gathering is in […]
In this philosophical discussion group, which meets on Zoom, the evening’s discussion topic is chosen by the participants. Socrates Café is a movement to bring philosophy outside the academic setting. It helps those of us who are not professional philosophers develop our critical thinking skills by interacting respectfully and actively with others who share a […]
All are welcome to this open meeting. For further information about AA, please see nnjaa.org.
Mindfulness at Midday uses a secular and evidence-based series of mindfulness protocols, such as the ones developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Meetings will begin with a brief overview of our plan for the session, including a check-in with all participants regarding their goals […]