OCTOBER 31:

AUTUMN FEST 2011

Calvary Temple International Assembly, 1111 Preakness Ave.,Wayne, NJhosts its annual “Autumn Fest,” Mon., Oct. 31, 4:30-8:30 p.m., rain or shine. The event, for children ages 3-12, features: door prizes, games, bounce houses, a marshmallow roast, and a hayride. Admission (includes bag of candy at departure): $6; full snack bar serving dinner and snacks at additional cost. Contact Megan at 973-694-2938, ext. 260 or visit www.illuminatenow.com.

HALLELUJAH! NIGHT

CentralBaptistChurch, 92^nd and Amsterdam, NYC hosts its 9^th Annual Hallelujah! Night, Oct. 31,6-9 p.m. This evening for youth is hosted by a Christian actor and features: a live Christian DJ; games; giveaways such as bikes, computers, and other prizes; youth performances. Free admission. Contact MinisterCheryl Wilson or Sharrata Hunt at 212-724-4004 or visit www.centralbaptistnyc.org.

NOVEMBER 12:

SOUL THERAPY SEMINAR

The Center for Emotional and Spiritual Development (CESD) will host the seminar, Soul Therapy: The Healing of Our Souls, Sat., Nov. 12 at the Westminster Hotel in Livingston, NJ. Features: Rev. Peter Scazzero, pastor of New Life Church in Queens and the author of The Emotionally Healthy Church and Emotionally Healthy Spirituality;  Rev. Derrick Greene, senior pastor of Christ Church in Elizabeth, NJ; Maryann Hayles, managing partner, Inner Healing for the CESD; and Rupert A. Hayles, Jr., president of the CESD. Register ($75 couple; $35 single before Sept. 30) at www.EmotionalSpiritualCenter.org.

NOVEMBER 13:

THANKSGIVING DINNER

Forgiveness Assembly Church, 139-35 88^th Ave., Jamaica, NY hosts a free Thanksgiving Dinner, Sun., Nov. 13, 3 p.m. after service. Call (718) 723-5860.

ONGOING EVENTS:

CALVARY TEMPLE

Calvary Temple’s Life Guidance Center, 1111 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ offers a variety of nurture groups: Anger Management–God’s Way, Biblical Health & Wellness, Divorce Care, Divorce Care for Kids, Grief Share, Healing for the Wounded Heart, Marriage Builders, Turning Point A & B (for those addicted and their families), and Men’s Pure Life Support Group. E-mail ctagwayne@ctwnj.com, visit www.calvarytemplewayne.com, or call (973) 694-2938, ext. 252.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Celebrate Recovery, a rehab-type group program, is held every Tuesday, 7 p.m., at 451 Ringwood Ave., Wanaque, NJ. Open to all. Contact Rev. George Bambera at (862) 248-6036 or pastorcftv@msn.com.

CROSSROADS TO RECOVERY

Bayside Chapel,965 West Bay Ave., Barnegat, NJ hosts Crossroads to Recovery, a biblically-based, 12-step program for addictions, every Friday night, 7:30 p.m. Call 609-607-8323.

GATEKEEPERS’ GATHERING

Metro Apostolic Network hosts a Gatekeepers’ Gathering every fourth Tuesday of the month. Held at Living Water Church, 119 Biltmore St., N. Arlington, NJ. Visit www.MetroApostolicNetwork.com or call (973) 338-6627.

KIDS CLUB
Grace Community Church, 886 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, NJ hosts Kids Club for boys and girls, grades K-5, Saturdays, 7 p.m. Features: crafts, story time, refreshments, and fun. Call (201) 337-8088.

KINGDOM BIBLE STUDY

The R.O.C.K. Brooklyn, 285 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn, NYpresents a free, 10-week Bible study on the kingdom of God, featuring Pastor Louis Straker, Jr., every Tues., 7:15 p.m. through Nov. 15. Call 347-762-5222 or visit www.rockbrooklyn.org.

KOINONIA BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

Koinonia Bible Fellowship, an interdenominational men’s ministry, is held Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., at PlymouthChurchof the Pilgrims, Hillis Hall, 75 Hicks St., Brooklyn, NY. Contact Kirk D. Lyons, Sr. at info@koinoniabiblefellowship.com or visit www.koinoniabiblefellowship.com.

LIVING WATER HEALING CENTER

Living Water Healing Center, 377 Livermore Ave. (off Victory Blvd.), Staten Island, NY presents the following: The Confident Woman Bible Study, Mondays, 10:30 a.m.; Attacking Anxiety and Depression Workshop, Mondays, 7:30 p.m.; Cancer Support Group, Prayer, & Devotion, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Worship and Miracle Healing services, Saturdays, 10 a.m. Call (718) 876-5860, e-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, or visit www.livingwatermin.com.

MOPS IN NORTH HALEDON

MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers) of North Haledon, NJmeets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the 6^th Reformed Church,North Haledon. Child care available. Cost: $5 per meeting. Call Carrie Johnson at (973) 423-2322.

MOPS IN HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is held at Bible Baptist Church, 31 Passaic Ave., Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. Child care provided by reservation. Contact bbcmops@biblebaptist.net or (201) 288-4139.

PIONEER GIRLS
GraceCommunityChurch,886 Franklin Ave.,Franklin Lakes, NJ hosts Pioneer Girls, Fridays, 4 p.m. For girls in grades 2-6. Features: crafts, songs, and fun. Call (201) 337-8088.

S.A.V.E. WOMEN’S GROUP

Fountain Baptist Church and Wallace Chapel of Summit host the S.A.V.E. (Suffering And Violence Erased) women’s group, the third Monday of every month, 7 p.m., at the Wallace Chapel Community House, 142 Broad St., Summit, NJ. Contact Rev. Angelita Clifton or Sis. Beverly Delaney at (908) 273-1199.

STEPS

Middletown Assembly of God, 628 Palmer Ave., Middletown, NJ hosts Steps, an ongoing, free group for men and women struggling with issues such as addiction, self-esteem, divorce, loneliness, anger, and more, Mondays, 7 p.m. Led by Mike Brevetti. Call (732) 495-8300 or visit www.middletownassembly.org.

COFFEE HOUSES:

CAFÉ ABLAZE

Café Ablaze Christian Coffeehouse (www.resgc.org/pages/caféablaze) is held at420 Stewart Ave.andEmmet Pl.nearClinton Rd.,Garden City,NY. Features: live music and ministry; refreshments. Tickets: $10 for one; $15 for two. Free-will offering received for performers. Parking available. Contact Lori at (516) 739-1537 or cafeablaze@gmail.com.

CONNECTIONS CAFE

Connections Café coffeehouse, 18 Turntable Junction, Flemington, NJ, presents live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, 7 p.m. Call (908) 782-1790 or visit www.connectionscafe.biz.