Make Today Count
Welcome January
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Don’t miss out on the January 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!
Join in January and save big! $0 joining fee! That’s a saving of $250! *Monthly dues still apply
Fit@15
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Start the new year strong with Fit@15, our beloved annual fitness challenge!
Family Open Play @ The J + Winter Wonderland
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Enjoy hot cocoa, all your favorite activities, bounce houses, games and more! *Members Only*
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.
Refer a Friend, Get a Free Session!
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Take advantage of our referral program today!
Youth & Family
Youth Fitness Certification
Ages11-14
A hands-on program designed to teach members ages 11-14 how to use Sadinoff Fitness Center safely and effectively. Perfect for beginners ready to start their fitness journey!
Wings of Hope
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Wings of Hope is a heartfelt community project designed to celebrate hope, creativity, unity, togetherness, and environmental responsibility.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, JR.
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1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Recurring
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams.
Free Dance Through Parkinson’s Class & Caregiver Support Group
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10:30 am – 11:30 am
Recurring
Choregraphed routines engaging participants’ bodies and minds to help increase balance, movement and more
Cinematec
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Cinematec brings quality Israeli culture to enrich US communities. It creates communities of Israeli and American fans of Israeli films and broadens understanding of life in Israel and general topics currently presented by Israeli filmmakers. Cinematec was founded in January 2016 by Dr. Etti Inbal with the support of the Kaplen JCC of The Palisades in Tenafly, NJ.
Gift of Music
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Experience the Gift of Music
Join us on Sunday, February 2, 2025, for the JCC Thurnauer School of Music’s Gift of Music Benefit Concert, a celebration of extraordinary talent and dedication. Be inspired by a performance from saxophonist, Steven Banks, an internationally acclaimed artist redefining the possibilities of classical music.
Stand-Up for the Arts
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We’re excited to announce the return of Stand-Up For The Arts, a night filled with laughter and unforgettable performances!
Kick Off to Camp
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Join us on Super Bowl Sunday for an action-packed day with your favorite Neil Klatskin Summer Camps Team.
Trip to Ecuador & Galapagos
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Join the JCC community for a bucket list trip to Ecuador and Galapagos this winter!
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.
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.
Athletics
Pickleball
Ages14+
Looking for a pickleball club or community near you? America’s fastest growing sport is available at the J!
Jewish & Israeli Life
Heart to Heart
A resource for Israeli families staying in our community, in need of support and children’s activities.
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.
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.
