Annual Thanksgiving Ecumenical Luncheon

The Rotary Club of the Caldwells and the Kiwanis Club of Caldwell / West Essex are having their annual “Pre-Thanksgiving” Ecumenical Luncheon on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 12:00 Noon at Mayfair Farms, 481 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange, NJ.  Nearly 100 people attended last year's annual Ecumenical Luncheon.

This year’s speakers include: Rev. Robert Laferrera of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, Rabbi Alan Silverstein of Congregation Agudath Israel, and Rev. Jeff Markay of Caldwell United Methodist Church.

Invitees include members of the West Essex Ministerial Association, the Mayors of our local towns, representatives of community-based service groups, in addition to the members and guests of our local Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs.

This event is also open to the leaders and representatives of other service-oriented groups, and to any community-minded individuals who are interested in learning more about the many service programs and activities that both Rotary and Kiwanis have been involved with in helping others – locally and abroad.

Arrangements have been made with Caldwell’s Food Pantry to accept donations (monetary and non-perishable food items) to help needy families in our community.

The cost for this luncheon is $20 and includes a buffet-style luncheon (vegetarian and dietary-restricted meals are available).  To register for this event, please contact Bob Markman either at 973-226-4357 or at RHMarkman@aol.com. R.S.V.P. by Friday, November 18, 2011.