Jewish Young Community (JYC)

Jewish events and community for ages 21–39 in New Jersey

Tentative: Hanukkah Shabbat at Temple Sholom — December 4

A welcoming Shabbat table prepared for Jewish young professionals

Tentative · Friday, December 4 · Bridgewater

Hanukkah Shabbat. Save the date.

JYC is planning an early Shabbat service at Temple Sholom, followed by a dinner with latkes on the first night of Hanukkah. Registration and final details are still being confirmed.

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Date
Starts6:00 PM
PlanLatke dinner after services
LocationTemple Sholom · Bridgewater

What to expect

A meaningful evening—details coming soon.

JYC is planning an early Shabbat service at Temple Sholom, followed by a dinner with latkes on the first night of Hanukkah. Registration and final details are still being confirmed. Save the date now and check back for the confirmed plan.

  • Welcoming across backgrounds and levels of observance
  • Clear timing and registration details before you arrive
  • Come alone, bring a friend, or meet the community there

The evening

Two moments. One shared experience.

01

Hanukkah Shabbat service

Begin the first night of Hanukkah and Shabbat together at 6:00 PM with prayer and shared tradition.

02

Latke dinner

Stay after services for latkes, dinner, conversation, and new connections.

Why join us

Make Shabbat feel personal.

01

Jewish meaning

Welcome Shabbat through prayer, ritual, learning, and reflection.

02

Real conversation

Share ideas and experiences in a setting that makes connection feel natural.

03

A shared meal

Gather around the table for food, conversation, and the warmth of Shabbat.

04

Community

Meet Jewish young adults in a welcoming environment where newcomers belong.

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Stay in the loop.

Registration is not open yet. The date is being shared early so you can plan ahead; timing and other details may change until the event is confirmed.

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Questions or accommodation needs? Email jycnewjersey@gmail.com. Please ask about food or kashrut, dietary needs, or venue accessibility once registration opens so we can confirm what is available. Cellphone and camera use is not permitted during this synagogue-based Shabbat event.

Planning note

This is a tentative save-the-date, not an open registration. Please rely on the confirmed event listing and registration page once JYC announces final details.

Friday, December 4

Come for Shabbat. Leave with community.

Save the date now and let JYC send you the confirmed details.

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PHOTO POLICY

Photography and your choice

Photography details are not yet confirmed. JYC will not publish an identifiable guest image without a recorded consent decision and approved use scope.

Afterward, request removal at the JYC photo-removal form or email jycnewjersey@gmail.com. JYC customer service owns intake and routes each request to the website/social-media owner responsible for removal.

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Know Before You Go

Solo-friendlyNo membership requiredCost help availableGuided religious elements

Who and what it feels like

  • JYC primarily serves Jewish adults ages 21–39; use the registration details for any event-specific eligibility.
  • Coming alone is normal. This is a community gathering, not presented as singles-only unless the listing explicitly says so.
  • Structure: Guided religious elements + conversation.
  • Expected attendance is not stated unless organizers have confirmed a useful range.

Arrival and first connection

  • Use the published start time, venue, and organizer instructions. If an entrance, check-in point, or arrival window is missing, ask before traveling.
  • A first-event host can text before the event, meet near arrival, and make two introductions.
  • Contact the organizer if you may arrive late or need to leave early; timed reservations and religious portions can affect what is practical.
  • Published location: Temple Sholom, Bridgewater, NJ.

Jewish content and conversation

  • Format: Light or traditional religious content should be explained on the event page; no prior knowledge is expected unless the listing says otherwise.
  • Israel or politics is not assumed to be part of the program unless the listing clearly identifies it.
  • No one is expected to disclose or defend a personal identity or political position.

Cost, access, food, and privacy

  • Use the registration page for the exact price, what it includes, and the refund deadline.
  • Confidential financial assistance and Request an accommodation are available.
  • Ask the organizer about dietary needs, parking or transit, indoor/outdoor plans, and photography if the listing does not yet answer them.
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