On Friday, May 4, Temple Beth El in Oakhurst will host Shabbat Across America. Temple Beth El is providing the local community the opportunity to celebrate with half a million people from congregations across America who will be gathering to observe this day of rest. The welcome reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by services given by Rabbi Gordon Yaffe at 5:45 p.m. and kosher Shabbat dinner and the Shabbat program at 7 p.m. This event is open to the community. Tickets are $16 for anyone 13 years of age and older; $6 for ages 6 to 12; and free for children under 5. Please send a check payable to Temple Beth El to 301 Monmouth Road Oakhurst, NJ 07755 or bring it by the office during regular business hours. For more information, call (732) 531-0300.

