Gursha: Timeless Recipes for Modern Kitchens, from Ethiopia, Israel, Harlem, and Beyond We're celebrating Ethiopian Jewish cuisine and the new cookbook Gursha, a collection of recipes, stories, and traditions from the intersection of the African and Jewish diasporas. Gursha, which translates to the act of feeding one another, is the debut cookbook from chef and […]

Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum Keep up with the latest headlines and join the discussion on local, national and international news.  Topics covered will include domestic politics, international events, health care, science and other subjects of interest to you. Wednesdays - 1/14, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/2211:30 AM-12:30 PMMembers Free / $5 Guest per Meeting

Celebrate Purim with us at the Annual Rubach Family Purim Celebration—bigger, better, and more exciting than ever!

Our Running Program is designed for kids ages 8–14 and adults 18+ to discover the joy of running in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Whether participants are brand new to running or looking to build skills and confidence, this program focuses on developing a love for movement while improving endurance, strength, and overall fitness. All sessions are led by experienced Race Faster coaches, who create fun, engaging, and age-appropriate workouts for every level.

Join us for a feel-good community day celebrating stories, creativity, and connection! On February 26, the Kaplen JCC will host two special events happening side-by-side—a Second-Hand Book Fair for all ages and Tooli’s beloved interactive show for children.

Saving Shuli San is a fast-paced Israeli comedy-action hit, released in theaters in Israel on July 17, 2025. A sequel to Leshacherer et Shuli, the film reunites the beloved Ma Kashur trio—Zion Baruch, Asi Israelof, and Shalom Michaelshvili—for another outrageous adventure. **SCREENING WILL BE IN HEBREW WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES

Our Running Program is designed for kids ages 8–14 and adults 18+ to discover the joy of running in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Whether participants are brand new to running or looking to build skills and confidence, this program focuses on developing a love for movement while improving endurance, strength, and overall fitness. All sessions are led by experienced Race Faster coaches, who create fun, engaging, and age-appropriate workouts for every level.

We’re so grateful to have you as part of our community, and this week is all about celebrating YOU.

Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum Keep up with the latest headlines and join the discussion on local, national and international news.  Topics covered will include domestic politics, international events, health care, science and other subjects of interest to you. Wednesdays - 1/14, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/2211:30 AM-12:30 PMMembers Free / $5 Guest per Meeting

Dinner & A Movie at the J Presented together with NORC* Join us for dinner and a movie at the J! At 6pm enjoy a tasty dinner followed at 7pm with one of the movies below: March 16 - The Way We Were The Way We Were is a 1973 American romantic drama film directed by […]

Dinner & A Movie at the J Presented together with NORC* Join us for dinner and a movie at the J! At 6pm enjoy a tasty dinner followed at 7pm with one of the movies below: January 12 - An Affair to Remember An Affair to Remember is a 1957 American romance film directed by Leo […]

Sourdough baking class & tasting