Where Community Unites
Welcome September
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Don’t miss out on the September 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!
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!
Special Games
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Join us for a community event that champions ability, celebrates difference, and brings people together.
Written in the Stars – Rooted in the Soul
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What do I manifest in the New Year?”
Knowing gives us power to overcome.
Knowing gives us strength to overcome
Plus, Astrology- what is happening in the stars this new year.
Festive Kabbalat Shabbat for Rosh Hashana
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Come celebrate the Jewish New Year with us at a warm and family-friendly gathering filled with music, joy, and creativity!
Call It Out – Antisemitism
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Empower Yourself and Your Kids: Virtual Parent Workshop with Mina Rush
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!
Fall Family Festival 2025
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Get ready to “Fall into FUN” at the J as we celebrate our annual Fall Family Festival! Join us for a spectacular autumn-themed day packed with activities and entertainment for the entire family.
Next Up: Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute
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Sweet Caroline, BAH, BAH, BAH!
Fall Boutique
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This year, our beloved Fall Boutique returns in style! It’s the perfect opportunity to prepare for the holiday season with an exciting array of unique gifts and cozy accessories.
Nuclear Marriage נישואים גרעיניים
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A Hilarious Israeli Comedy in Bergen! When was the last time you saw an Israeli play right here in Bergen?
Get ready to laugh, connect, and be moved by a wild, witty, and heartfelt couple’s comedy! (performed in Hebrew)
Yiddish Concert
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The Yiddish Concert Series highlights performers who bring Yiddish music to life through song, culture, and tradition.
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
Parkinson’s Exercise Program
Everyone with Parkinson’s can benefit from regular exercise, regardless of fitness level or disease stage.
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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Learn about the J
We care deeply about connecting our community to all the JCC has to offer. Please reach out to us with any questions.
