The Rabbi Israel S.
DRESNER CENTER
For Collaborative Programming & Learning
The Rabbi Israel S. Dresner Center seeks to foster understanding and scholarship through inclusive, intergenerational, collaborative and educational programs on a broad range of topics, including Jewish culture and history, for the greater Wayne community and beyond.
The Israel S. Dresner Center relies on the generosity of supporters like you to sustain our vital programming. Your contribution, no matter the size, directly funds educational events, community outreach, and the preservation of our valuable resources. Help us continue to serve as a beacon of learning and understanding.
UPCOMING & PAST EVENTS
Sunday, Nov 16
Welcoming the Stranger: Jewish Values and the Work of HIAS
To Join Zoom
Register Here
Speaker:
Isabel Burton
HIAS Senior Director of Community Engagement
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
Sunday, May 18
Hinchliffe Stadium Trip: Free Jackals Game
For Tickets
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Location / Venue
Hinchliffe Stadium
186 Maple St
Paterson, NJ 07522
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.
Thursday, June 19
The Unfinished Business of Freedom: A Juneteenth Perspective on Freedom
Location / Venue
Wayne Public Library
461 Valley Rd.
Wayne, NJ 07470
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.
Sunday, June 22
Interfaith Concert
Location / Venue
Temple Beth Tikvah
950 Preakness Ave.
Wayne, NJ.
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.
