13 minutes from Newark Beth Israel and UMDNJ
22 minutes from Manhattan
30 minutes from Boro Park
50 minutes from Monsey
12 hours from Jerusalem
Adath Israel, located in Hillside/Elizabeth, NJ is the newer sister Shul to the Jewish Educational Center of Elizabeth. Located in suburban surroundings, it is one of the most rapidly growing Orthodox Jewish Communities in the North-East. The neighborhood is well known for its warmth, as exemplified by its very active Chesed and other committees, which make sure that its members are always provided for and its guests welcome. One need not leave the Community for any Jewish amenities, including Kosher restaurants (Pizza, Chinese, or Delicatessen), Kosher Market, Eiruv and Mikveh. In the immediate vicinity are several shopping centers, all well stocked for its kosher customers, in addition to close vicinity to the finest shopping malls in New Jersey, including Jersey Gardens right here in Elizabeth. Access to Manhattan is effortless, with a New Jersey Transit station right in the neighborhood with easy access parking. Access to Brooklyn is a 20-30 minute car trip via the Verrazano Bridge. Access to Newark Airport is convenient as can be; though our community is literally 5 minutes from the Airport, we do not sit in the flight pattern. Every educational option is available locally, beginning with the famous Jewish Educational Center of Elizabeth, which provides education for Nursery through Junior High, and High School (JEC/Bruriah High School). Located in our community is a full time Kollel as well, which opens opportunities for any community members looking for study partners. For higher education, located in our neighborhood is Kean University, with Yeshiva University, Rutgers University, and others in close vicinity.
Our local Shul, Adath Israel, is under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Elazar M. Teitz, and Rabbi Jonathan Schwartz. Both Rabbonim are always available to our shul for halachic consultations. They and other community members deliver a full schedule of shiurim, including Daf Yomi, in addition to a regular scholar in residence program. There is a wonderful communal togetherness and spirit, as we share numerous programs, including weekly “Perek on the lawn” during the summer, a Simchat Torah Luncheon, Chanukah Dinner, and several well planned Shul trips over the course of the year. The community also celebrates its diversity, and boasts an active, daily Sephardic minyan.