Make Today Count
Welcome February
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Don’t miss out on the February festivities! Check out our event calendar, mark your favorites, and make the most of your membership. Because at Kaplen JCC, every day is a celebration of community, connection, and YOU!
Your Best Year Starts Here!
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Your Best Year Starts Here! – Join Today and see how your JCC membership can provide exclusive member-only discounts and help you uncover your passions like never before!
If you’re not already a member of the Kaplen JCC, Feb is the month to join! With our Pay The Day promotion, your joining fee equals the day of the month – Feb 1st = $1 joining fee, Feb 2nd = $2 joining fee, and so on! So the sooner you join, the more you save!! Don’t take too long – prices increase each day! Contact Membership today to start your Kaplen JCC journey!
Membership Appreciation Week
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We’re so grateful to have you as part of our community, and this week is all about celebrating YOU.
Heart Health Month
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Join us this February as we shine a spotlight on heart health!
Pilates Group Class Appreciation Month
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This February, Let US Show YOU Love!
Junior Member Activities
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Welcome to the exciting world of Junior Member Activities, exclusively for our youngest members! Dive into a range of fun-filled events designed to bring joy and excitement to families.
Itai Anghel
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Itai Engel, Israel Between Hamas, Iran, and Ukraine, winner of the Sokolov Prize for Journalism, will guide us through exclusive footage segments. Event is in Hebrew.
Shabbat Unplugged
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Shabbat Unplugged at the JCC: Relax, Connect, & Celebrate ✨
Purim Carnival 2025
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Celebrate Purim with us at the Annual Rubach Family Purim Celebration—bigger, better, and more exciting than ever!
The Secret of Kabbalistic Teachings
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Kabbalah offers a clear and insightful way to share this ancient wisdom, making it relevant to modern life and accessible to all!
Lavish: An Evening of Art & Wine
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Lavish Lunches: An Evening of Art & Wine is a special evening dedicated to shining a light on the incredible programs and services provided to the senior community each and every day.
Sunday of Strong Women 2025
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Three great women share their stories in a celebration of female writers and the transformative power of their words. You’ll be moved, motivated and filled with pride.
Modern Matchmaker with Netflix Star Aleeza Ben Shalom
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Join us for an extraordinary evening with Aleeza Ben Shalom, featuring a captivating three-part act as highlighted on her website.
75th Anniversary Spa Menu
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In honor of the 75th anniversary of our beloved Kaplen JCC, we’ve designed exclusive treatments inspired by decades of wellness.
Jewish & Israeli Life
Heart to Heart
A resource for Israeli families staying in our community, in need of support and children’s activities.
Athletics
Pickleball
Ages14+
Looking for a pickleball club or community near you? America’s fastest growing sport is available at the J!
Early Childhood
PJ Library
PJ Library shares Jewish-themed stories aimed at fostering family discussions about cherished values and traditions within your home. Your child will love getting this special delivery each month and you will kvell watching them light up while learning Jewish values and lessons. Become a part of our PJ Library Bergen East Family today!
Israeli Center
Emek Adult Ulpan
Hebrew classes for non-Hebrew speaking adults.
Thurnauer School of Music
Classes for Young Children and Introductory Instrumental Classes
Ages3 months – 7 years
Our early childhood music classes are designed to encourage joy, fun, and active participation. Through singing, poetry, rhythmic exploration, and movement, we help children discover music, learn to keep the beat, and develop their imagination and creativity. An ideal introduction of music to young children in a fun and welcoming environment!
Adults
Lectures & Learning
Our lectures and learning programs bring subjects alive through the enthusiasm of our instructors and their passion for the material.
Senior Adult Weekly Lecture Series
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Recurring
Senior Adult Weekly invites you to embark on a series of engaging and educational experiences throughout the month.
Health & Wellness
Personal Training
AgesAll
Take in the benefit of a personal trainer, for a stronger mind-body connection.
Athletics
JCC Premier Basketball League
AgesGrades 1st-6th
Join the JCC Premier Basketball League! Register today for a chance to be part of an exciting, competitive, and fun-filled experience. Our program features 10 league games on Sundays and weekly practices led by NBA G League veteran J.R. Inman. Train in small pods to advance your child’s skills. Don’t miss out – sign up now!
Our Mission & Values
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being of the entire community.
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We care deeply about connecting our community to all the JCC has to offer. Please reach out to us with any questions.
