Join Dr. Marc Fasanella for an illustrated lecture about how humanity can engage with and implement ecologically enlightened, artful, advanced concepts of community development and land use. He believes that no amount of innovation is equal to a bit of insightful memory and no amount of green technology…based upon resources extracted and rendered through long […]
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 […]
In a relatively short time, conservative forces in the US have undermined a woman’s right to control her body, banned books from libraries, prohibited the teaching of certain historical topics in schools (especially those related to the impact of slavery on American history), prioritized religious rights over civil rights, made voting more difficult, passed laws […]
The National Ethical Indicators monthly working group, headed by Leader Curt Collier, will address the question “Are We an Ethical Nation?” This group will examine both ancient and modern wisdom, as well as relevant data, to discover the activation points that promote common well-being. The group will address such questions as: What is applied ethics? […]
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.
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 Radburn neighborhood of Fair Lawn was founded in 1929 as the “Town for the Motor Age,” a community of 25,000 that would be safe from the car and free of congestion. It didn’t quite work out that way, which is an interesting story, and helps make this section of Fair Lawn one of only […]
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.
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 […]
Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” weaves a tapestry of compelling themes, creating a rich and suspenseful narrative. Stoker skillfully taps into the anxieties of Victorian England, showing how the novel’s central villain, and the author, exploit these fears to their advantage. Join us for an engaging analysis of “Dracula,” where we’ll uncover how Stoker’s themes and foresight […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]