Author in Montclair

Sarah Hurwitz, a speech writer for Barack and Michelle Obama, joins Rabbi Julie Roth at Shomrei Emunah for “Jewish Without Apology.” The conversation is about rediscovering Judaism as an adult and why its intellectual depth and moral clarity feel strikingly relevant to modern life. 3 p.m.; book signing and reception at 4:30. Reservations: (973) 746-5031.