Where Community Unites
Welcome August
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Don’t miss out on the August 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!
Membership
Summer Guidelines
Welcome to summer! As we dive into the season of sunshine, fun, and relaxation, it’s important to keep a few key guidelines in mind to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience.
Courtyard Live! Summer Courtyard Concerts at the J!
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Enjoy a vibrant mix of music genres, delicious food from our J-Cafe and family-friendly activities in the Klatskin Courtyard!
Fall Open House 2025
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Mark your calendars for September 7th because you won’t want to miss our Fall Open House!
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.
Fitness
Private Training Intro Packs
Ready to build strength, improve endurance, or simply take the first step toward a stronger, healthier you?
Membership
Member Referral
We are Stronger Together!
Guys and Dolls: 70th Anniversary Screening & Dinner
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Celebrate a timeless classic! Join us at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades for a special dinner and screening of Guys and Dolls in honor of the film’s 70th anniversary. A fun night of food, film, and nostalgia awaits!
Experience Jeff Ross on Broadway
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2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Recurring
Join us on a trip to NYC for Jeff Ross’s raw, hilarious, and heartfelt Broadway debut — Take a Banana for the Ride. It’s comedy without a filter and a story you won’t forget.
Static & Agam
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Israel’s Biggest Pop Stars. Right Here in Tenafly.
Static and Agam Buhbut bring their chart-topping energy to the Kaplen JCC for one incredible night!
Fall Open House 2025
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Mark your calendars for September 7th because you won’t want to miss our Fall Open House!
Next Up: Eat Small Plates – An Evening to Savor
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Join us for an unforgettable evening with culinary power duo Ben and Zikki Siman-Tov as they celebrate the release of their new book, Eat Small Plates!
Special Games
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Join us for a community event that champions ability, celebrates difference, and brings people together.
Brunch and a Broadway Gem: Beautiful the Musical
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Enjoy a delightful brunch at the Maywood Inn, then sit back for a live performance of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical by the Bergen County Players. A feel-good day of food, music, and memories—all with transportation included!
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!
Seniors
Free Dance Through Parkinson’s Class & Caregiver Support Group
Choreographed routines engaging participants’ bodies and minds to help increase balance, movement, and more!
Israeli Center
Hebrew Learning Programs for Adults
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.
Adults
Senior Adult Weekly Speaker Series
Senior Adult Weekly invites you to embark on a series of engaging and educational experiences throughout the month.
Health & Wellness
Personal Training
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Take in the benefit of a personal trainer, for a stronger mind-body connection.
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.
