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Welcome September

Date
Mon, September 1 – Tue, September 30
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

Date
January 1, 2024 – January 1, 2026
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.

Upcoming Events

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Static & Agam

Date
Wed, September 3
Time
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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!
Promotional banner for the 2025 Special Games at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, hosted by The Chuck Guttenberg Center for the Physically Challenged. Event date: September 14, 2025. Features inclusive sports imagery with athletes running and using a wheelchair, symbolizing adaptive sports, disability inclusion, and community fitness. Bold white text on teal background emphasizes accessibility and empowerment through physical activity.

Special Games

Date
Sun, September 14
Time
11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Join us for a community event that champions ability, celebrates difference, and brings people together.

Brunch and a Broadway Gem: Beautiful the Musical

Date
Sun, October 5
Time
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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

Date
Sun, October 19
Time
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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.

Fall Boutique

Date
Sun, October 26
Time
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
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.

Exciting Programs

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75th Anniversary Spa Menu

Date
Wed, January 1 – January 1, 2026
In honor of the 75th anniversary of our beloved Kaplen JCC, we’ve designed exclusive treatments inspired by decades of wellness.
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!

Meet Mai Abe

Director of Thurnauer School of Music Thurnauer School of Music

Mai brings to the Kaplen JCC a wealth of experience and an extensive professional background in business strategy, operations and marketing communications. She is a NYC-based ad agency-bred brand strategist […]

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Meet Mali Oelsner

Managing Director, Israeli Culture & Engagement The Israeli Center

Mali is a proud Israeli and passionate about Israeli culture as well as integrating with Jewish-American community.  She is a multi-cultural business leader who is known for Business Development and […]

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Meet Elana Prezant

Supervisor, Heart to Heart The Israeli Center

Ever since Elana joined the JCC she loved being involved in programs, committees, events and more. Elana went through participation in many different departments and has worked as a volunteer […]

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Meet Allyson Carolan

Membership Director Membership Services

As the Membership Director Allyson oversees our membership office, desks and babysitting.  Allyson is passionate about engaging with our members and community.  Allyson strongly believes in the mission, vision, and […]

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Meet Hagit Tal

Fitness & Wellness Director Health and Wellness

Hagit is a mother of 3 kids plus a dog. Hagit loves everything Fitness & Wellness. She was born and raised in Israel and moved to the US in 1995. […]

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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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