MLK, Jr. Day of Service
2025-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
Monday, January 20th, 10 AM – 12 PM
607 N Jerome Avenue, Margate
The MLK, Jr. Day of Service brings people of all ages together to participate in activities that will benefit members of our surrounding communities. Spend the morning giving back with your children while they’re out of school.

Financial Resources Committee
2025-01-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-03-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-14 18:30 - 19:30 | NJ
Zoom Meeting

Atlantic City Food Distribution
2025-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 | NJ
Mon., Jan. 27 – Atlantic County residents are invited to visit the JFS office in Atlantic City, 26 S. Pennsylvania Avenue for a pantry distribution. Non-perishable offerings, fresh fruit and vegetables as well as select bakery or bread products are available between 10 am and 12 noon.

For questions or more information, contact Intake at 609-822-1108 x 1.

Board of Director's Meeting
2025-01-28 17:45 - 18:45, 2025-03-25 17:45 - 18:45, 2025-05-20 17:45 - 18:45 | NJ
This is a closed meeting for JFS Board members only. Key agenda items will include organizational updates, program evaluations, and financial review. Attendance is required for all board members. Please RSVP to Breanne Rybak.

JFS Offices Closed - 5PM, Feb. 11
2025-02-11 17:00 - 23:59 | NJ
Due to the ongoing snowfall, JFS is closing the offices today (2/11) at 5:00 PM to ensure everyone’s safety. While physical locations are closed, JFS continues to serve the community and can be reached until 8 pm at 609-822-1108.

Governance Committee
2025-03-25 17:00 - 18:00 | NJ

Good Deed Day
2025-04-06 09:00 - 14:00 | NJ
In recognition of the National Days of Jewish Service (NDJS), Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) invites community members to participate Good Deed Day on April 6.
Volunteers are needed to collect non-perishable food donations for the agency’s pantry from 9am to 2pm at the Acme Supermarket in Mays Landing.

Complimentary Jumping Session at Get Air Mays Landing
2025-04-27 10:00 - 12:00 | NJ
Sunday, April 27th, 10 AM – 12 PM
607 N Jerome Avenue, Margate
JFS has partnered with The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism to host a complimentary jumping session at Get Air Mays Landing for families with neurodivergent children. Join us at 10 am for a morning and fun! RSVP to aunderstein@jfsatlantic.org if you plan to attend.

Echoes of Empire: Unraveling Dynamic History of Russia & Ukraine – Three-Part Series
2025-05-01 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-05-08 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-05-15 10:30 - 12:00 | JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate, NJ
Join us for one, two or all three programs with Dr. Jack Pesda, Ph.D., who specializes in Russian economic history. Dr. Pesda will share the complicated history of Russia and Ukraine from the Romanov Dynasty to present. Beverages and pastries will be served. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. Hosted by JFS’s Lynn Kramer Village, Board of Jewish Education and the Katz JCC.
RSVP by April 25:
Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org

Food Drive (Acme)
2025-05-04 09:00 - 12:00 | NJ
Join us for a food drive at the Acme in Ventnor, on Sunday, May 4, 9am-12pm!

Thoughts from the Bookshelf
2025-05-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Avenue, Margate, New Jersey
Join Thoughts from the Bookshelf Facilitator Pat Goldstein and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a book club gathering. This month, we will discuss the novel, The Ladies’ Midnight Swimming Club, by Faith Hogan. The uplifting story brings together three women at different stages of life united by the chance to begin enjoying life to the fullest again. Additionally, we will discuss the award-winning novel, The Dictionary of Lost Words, by Pip Williams. The book focuses on historical events surrounding the compilation of the Oxford English Dictionary, WWI, and the women’s suffrage movement. Attend in-person at the Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Avenue, Margate.
RSVP by May 2:
Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org

Memoir Workshop: Zoom Only
2025-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | NJ
Now is the time to tell your story like you have never told it before! Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history, and ancestry with the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for the workshop.
This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed. RSVP by May 7:
Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

NFI & The Brown Family Golf Tournament
2025-05-12 08:00 - 19:00 | NJ
Experience a day of community and competition as we tee off for a cause and create a lasting impact. Every year, JFS and the Marjorie and Lewis Katz JCC partner to raise more than $150,000 for essential community services.
This thrilling day of golf includes morning and afternoon tee times, a cocktail reception and awards ceremony. The tournament brings players of all skill levels, from season pros to enthusiastic newcomers. Join us for a united for a day of fun, food and last memories while making a difference in our community.

Lunch Around Town
2025-05-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Vassar Square
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. This month, we will dine at The Queen Bean Bistro, 4800 Boardwalk (Vassar Square), Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and conversation.
Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by May 9: Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

Food Pantry Delivery
2025-05-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-27 08:00 - 17:00 | NJ
Please reach out to us for a Food Pantry Delivery volunteer event, on Tuesday, May 13 and Tuesday, May 27!

Village Film Society
2025-05-13 10:30 - 11:30 | https://www.jfsatlantic.org/events/village-film-society-3/
Join Village Film Enthusiast & Historic Cinematic Buff Tom Celandine and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, Twelve Angry Men, starring Henry Fonda, Ed Begley, and Jack Warden. The film tells the story of a sequestered all male jury who will decide the fate of an inner city teen accused of murder. As they try to reach a unanimous decision, one juror casts doubt. The movie is available for free on Pluto, Tubi, and at Atlantic County Libraries. Also available to rent on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Google Play, Hulu, Roku, and YouTube. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed.
RSVP by May 9: Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

Relaxation Through Musical Connections
2025-05-19 01:00 | JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate, NJ
Feel the stress of the day peel away as we host a relaxing session with a music therapist who will play instruments and familiar tunes. Whether you are a caregiver, cared for, or just a community member, we look forward to welcoming you.
Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. Hosted by JFS Lynn Kramer Village, Angelic Hospice, Katz JCC and The Alzheimer’s Association.

RSVP by May 14:
Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

Throwback Thursday
2025-05-22 10:30 - 12:00 | JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate, NJ
Join Board of Jewish Education Executive Director Josh Cutler and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota as they host an educational brunch retracing the history of Atlantic City and Downbeach. This month we will focus on The Lost Shuls of Atlantic City. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate.
RSVP by May 19:
Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org

Village Goes to the Ventnor Farmers Market
2025-05-23 08:30 - 12:00 | NJ
Come visit or volunteer at the Village informational table at the Ventnor Farmers Market, located on New Haven and Atlantic Avenues in the St. James Church parking lot. Meet, greet and share your enthusiasm for Village events, programs, and services as you enjoy sunshine, sea air and an opportunity to
shop from local farmers and vendors. Admission is free.
YOU MUST RSVP prior to the event! Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Memorial Day - Office CLOSED
2025-05-26 | NJ

Downbeach Film Debut Director Discussion: Alliance
2025-05-26 18:30 - 22:00 | JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate, NJ
Join us for the Downbeach premier of an incredible film, Alliance, about 43 Jewish immigrant families fleeing Russian tyranny in 1882 and settling in the desolate woods of South Jersey. This improbable story follows the settlers who knew nothing about farming and against all odds, claimed land, harnessed its bounty, and built a legacy that would be reborn six generations later. A panel discussion with Film Director Susan Kehnemui Donnelly and Dr. Tom Kinsella,
Professor & Director of the Alliance Heritage Foundation, will follow the screening. Beverages and dessert will be served. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate.
RSVP by May 15 to Josh Cutler at bjejosh@aol.com or 609.822.4404 x124.

Memory Café: Ocean City
2025-05-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Ocean City Public Library, 1735 Simpson Avenue, Ocean City
Caregivers and their loved ones living with Dementia are invited to join Village and UMC representatives in a Dementia friendly space. Experience creativity and social connections through art, music, gentle movements, and more. Attend in person at the Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson
Avenue, Ocean City.
RSVP by May 21: Contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

JFS Annual Meeting
2025-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | NJ
Wednesday, June 11
6-8pm
Josie Kelly’s Public House
Somers Point, NJ
Register: www.jfsatlantic.org/annual-meeting
