Stand-Up Comedy At B'nai Abraham, NCJW Workshop, Chili Cook-Off And More

Here's what happening in and around Livingston on Wednesday. If you know of an event or something happening that is not listed, let the editor know about it in the comment section below. 

Temple B'nai Abraham will host its sisterhood kick-off with stand-up comedian Jessica Kirson on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the temple, at 300 E Northfield Road. 

There is a fee of $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Seating is limited and reservations can be made here:Reservations. Portion of proceeds to benefit the L’Dor V’Dor Education Fund. For more information about the event, click here.

This month's meeting will feature a demonstration by noted artist Stephanie Deshpande. In this painting demo, she will explain the process of starting a still life beginning with the underpainting, building up the colors, and finalizing the image. Oil painting techniques will be discussed as well as the differences between alla prima and indirect painting methods.

The meeting and demonstration is free and open to all artists and interested parties. Coffee and networking will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the program will start at 8 p.m. sharp. For further information, contact Constance Seugling at 973-239-5005.

Temple Sholom of West Essex, at 760 Pompton Ave. in Cedar Grove, will host a monthly Shred-It Day on Wednesday starting at 9 a.m. for people to discard those personal, financial papers you want to get rid of. Call the Temple office at 973-239-1321 to arrange a drop off or find out the other dates 'Shred It' is coming. Charge is $10 per box.