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SUMMARY:Welcome May
DESCRIPTION:Welcome May *Members Only\n\n\n\nFREE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN YOUR KAPLEN JCC MEMBERSHIP! \n\n\n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						Interested in becoming a Member?					\n\n					\n					Schedule a Tour Here				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor Camp Playground\n\n\n\nWeather PermittingWeekdays: 4 pm – 8 pmSunday: 7 am – 8 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKidz Zone\n\n\n\nSun\, May 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25\, 9 AM-12 PMSenior Adult Lounge \n\n\n\nWelcome to Kidz Zone! A fun\, safe space for kidz ages 7-11 to enjoy board games\, get creative with arts and crafts\, and make new friends! *Adult supervision required.  \n\n\n	\n			Learn More\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Guest Day\n\n\n\nWed\, May 21\, All Day \n\n\n\nBring a friend to the J for FREE\, and show them what being a part of our community is all about!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ester & Julius Adler 39th Yiddish Concert\n\n\n\nWeds\, May 21\, 11:00 am\,Taub Auditorium \n\n\n\nLunch immediately following \n\n\n\nZingeray: A Yiddish Sing-Along featuring Daniella Rabbani and Zalmen Mlotek with the Folksbiene Klezmer Ensemble \n\n\n\nReservations required. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Robins lrobins@jccotp.org | 201.408.1455 \n\n\n	\n			Learn More\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLIFELONG LEARNING: CURRENT EVENTS\n\n\n\nWith Herman LindenbaumWed\, May 7 and 2111:30 am \n\n\n\nKeep 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. \n\n\n	\n			Learn More\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvents for SeniorsSenior Adult Lounge\n\n\n\n11:15 am in the Senior Adult Lounge \n\n\n\nMonuments\, Memorials…Arlington\, Va. | Tues\, May 6 \n\n\n\nNat King Cole – Unforgettable Music | Tues\, May 13 \n\n\n\n1925 ~ What Was Life Like 100 Years Ago? | Thurs\, May 15 \n\n\n\nMozart\, Vocal Visions | Tues \, May 20 \n\n\n\nTrailblazer in the Skies | Thurs\, May 22 \n\n\n\nMaya Angelou: A Voice of Resilience + Hope | Tues\,  May 27 \n\n\n\nEscape From Behind Enemy Lines | Thurs\, May 29 \n\n\n\nFor more information contact Lisa Robins | Lrobins@jccotp.org \n\n\n	\n			Learn More\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Games\n\n\n\nScrabble\, Mondays 11 am – 2 pmCanasta\, Tuesdays 11 am – 4 pmMahJong\, Thursdays 10:30 am – 3:30 pm \n\n\n\nPractice your skills and socialize with your own group or come and meet new people. \n\n\n\nFree to JCC members. \n\n\n\nGuests pay $9 per session. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to register contact Esther Mazor | Emazor@jccotp.org
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/welcome-may/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Membership,Adult,Arts,Class,Health & Wellness,Jewish & Israeli Life,Music,Senior,Youth & Family,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Abigail’s Light: A Story of Resilience and Reunion 
DESCRIPTION:Abigail’s Light: A Story of Resilience and Reunion\n\n\n\n		\n		\n			\n				Switch to HebrewSwitch to English\n\n				\n\n\n	\n\nJoin us for an intimate and moving evening with the uncle of Abigail Idan – a 3-year-old taken hostage on October 7 and miraculously brought home. Her uncle\, Amit Edan\, will share their powerful story of survival\, heartbreak\, and the healing journey that followed. \n\n\n\nDiscover the strength of a family who lived through the unimaginable — and found light in the darkest moments. \n\n\n\nThis is more than one uncle’s story — it’s a story of hope for all of us. \n\n\n\nMay 1 | 7:30 PM-9 PM \n\n\n\nUntil they all come home!Limited seating – reserve your spot today. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\nילדה של אור: סיפור על חוסן ותקווה \n\n\n\nהצטרפו אלינו לערב אינטימי ומרגש עם דודה של אביגיל עידן – ילדה בת 3 שנחטפה ב-7 באוקטובר והושבה הביתה בנס. דודה\, עמית עידן\, ישתף את סיפורם העוצמתי של הישרדות\, שברון לב\, והמסע לריפוי שבא לאחר מכן. \n\n\n\nגלו את כוחה של משפחה שעברה את הבלתי נתפס – ומצאה אור ברגעים האפלים ביותר. \n\n\n\nזהו יותר מסיפורה של משפחה אחת – זהו סיפור של תקווה עבור כולנו. \n\n\n\n\nבמאי | 19:30–21:00\n\n\n\n\nהאירוע פתוח לציבור אך מחייב רישום מוקדם \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n	\n			Register Here
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/abigails-light/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Jewish & Israeli Life
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SUMMARY:Cinematec
DESCRIPTION:Cinematec\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More about CinematecFilms.com \n\n\n\nSoda\n\n\n\nDirected By Erez Tadmor \n\n\n\nGeneral Details:Production Country: IsraelSpoken Languages: HebrewSubtitles Languages: EnglishRun Time: 96 min. \n\n\n\nEva\, a beautiful seamstress\, arrives with her daughter in a Israeli working-class neighborhood in 1954. Shalom Gottlieb\, a former partisan leader and current factory foreman\, falls for Eva\, who offers him a chance at happiness and a life filled with beauty and laughter. But rumors of Eva’s past as a Kapo during the Holocaust shake the community. Shalom’s choice to be with Eva now means not only betraying his family\, but also his fellow partisans and his duty to uncover her secret. \n\n\n\nIsraeli stars Lior Raz (“Fauda”\, “Gladiator 2”) and Rotem Sela (“Beauty and the Baker”) lead this captivating drama from acclaimed Israeli filmmaker Erez Tadmor (“Matchmaking”\, “Children of Nobody”). \n\n\n\nDirector’s Biography & Filmography:Erez Tadmor is a leading Israeli director. Amongst his works are milestones of Israeli cinema. \n\n\n\n2004 – STRANGERS (7 min) short film2009 – A MATTER OF SIZE (105 min) feature film2013 – MAGIC MEN (100 min)feature film2018 – SIRENS (20 min.) Best short\, Israeli academy award 2021 – CHILDREN of NOBODY (105 min) feature film2022 – MATCHMAKING (98 min)feature film2024 – SODA (96 min) feature film \n\n\n\n$20 Members / $25 Guests \n\n\n	\n			purchase tickets\n		\n	\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Gaby Wilner at gwilner@jccotp.org
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/cinematec/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Taub Auditorium\, 411 East Clinton Ave\, Tenafly\, New Jersey\, 07670
CATEGORIES:Adult,Jewish & Israeli Life
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SUMMARY:Community Health Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Community Health Seminar\n\n\n\n“Wait\, where’s my phone?”\n\n\n\nMemory and Cognitive Health: Evaluation and Prevention \n\n\n\nWith Dr. Jeffrey Shenfeld\, MD.\, Brain Health Center in Englewood \n\n\n\nCognitive decline can result from a variety of underlying medical conditions\, but understanding your risk factors is the first step toward prevention. Dr. Shenfeld will discuss how to identify and address the key factors that affect brain health\, including genetic predisposition\, chronic conditions like insomnia\, and stress-related changes that can impact cognitive function over time. \n\n\n\nPerfect for anyone interested in proactive approaches to cognitive wellness and prevention. \n\n\n\n Monday\, December 8\, 11:30am -12:30pm\, Free and Open to the Community                                                                                                 \n\n\n	\n			Register Now
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/community-health-seminar/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Day Trip to the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
DESCRIPTION:Day Trip to the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple\n\n\n\nFeel a sense of peace and serenity as you visit the largest Hindu temple in the United States and among the largest in the world. An immense tribute to Hindu art and culture\, stepping into the BAPS complex feels like a journey to the other side of the world. The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham temple rises 19 stories above the ground and sprawls over 180 acres on a campus big enough to hold six Yankee Stadiums. Its unique blend of grandeur and spiritualism has attracted thousands — not only Hindu worshippers but also locals and tourists from around the world. Join the JCC for a private guided tour followed by lunch at Shayona Café.  \n\n\n\nTrip includes coach bus back and forth from the JCC\, guided tour of the temple and lunch at Shayona Café (vegetarian).  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, 5/14\, 9:30 am–4 pm$120 Member/$140 Guest \n\n\n\nVisit | BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham \n\n\n	\n			Sign up here\n		\n	\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Tiffany Capuano at TCapuano@jccotp.org or 201.408.1497
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/baps-swaminarayan-akshardham-temple/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000
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SUMMARY:JCCU Miniseries
DESCRIPTION:JCCU Miniseries\n\n\n\nPardons\, Executive Orders\, and the Abuse of Presidential PowerWith Jess Velona \n\n\n\nAre presidential pardons and executive orders getting out of hand? Join JCCU’s favorite expert\, Jess Velona to learn how.  \n\n\n\nIn the first session we’ll look at presidential pardons. Originally designed to correct judicial mistakes\, pardons are increasingly used to protect political allies. We’ll discuss controversial examples from Andrew Johnson’s mass pardons of ex-Confederates to more recent pardons by Clinton\, Biden\, and Trump\, and explore what reforms might be possible. \n\n\n\nIn the second session we’ll examine executive orders and how they’ve evolved from limited tools to sweeping presidential directives. From Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation to FDR’s Japanese internment orders to Trump’s recent executive actions\, we’ll see how presidents have pushed the boundaries of their authority. \n\n\n\nWe’ll discuss how Congress\, courts\, and citizens can push back when presidential power goes too far.  \n\n\n\nCome ready for lively discussion! \n\n\n\n2 Thursdays\, 10/30 and 11/6\, 11am-12:15pm$35 Member/$42 Guest for 2 sessions\, $20 Member/$25 Guest per sessionSponsored in part by the Berit and Martin Bernstein Open Forum Endowment Fund \n\n\n	\n			Register Now
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/jccu-miniseries/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T190000
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SUMMARY:World Meditation Day
DESCRIPTION:World Meditation Day\n\n\n\nCelebrate World Meditation Day with 7 Chakra Meditation \n\n\n\nIn honor of World Meditation Day\, join us for a special 60-minute session designed to bring balance\, clarity\, and calm into your life. In our fast-paced world\, this is your chance to pause\, breathe\, and reconnect. \n\n\n\nWhy Meditation? \n\n\n\nMeditation is more than just stillness—it’s a powerful tool backed by science. Regular practice can help reduce stress\, sharpen focus\, and support emotional well-being. Whether you’re new to meditation or returning to it\, this session offers a space to slow down and reconnect with yourself. \n\n\n\nWhat is 7 Chakra Meditation? \n\n\n\nThis guided journey is designed to align and balance your body’s seven main energy centers—starting from the grounding Root Chakraall the way to the expansive Crown Chakra. Using breathwork\, visualization\, and affirmations\, you’ll be gently guided through each chakra\, allowing space for healing and harmony. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\n\nBrief intro to the chakras\n\n\n\nGuided breathwork across all seven chakras\n\n\n\nChakra-by-chakra visualization & affirmations\n\n\n\nCalming background music\n\n\n\nSilent reflection to close\n\n\n\n\nBenefits \n\n\n\n\nDeep relaxation & mental clarity\n\n\n\nEmotional balance & energy awareness\n\n\n\nA chance to reconnect with your inner self\n\n\n\nOpen to all levels—beginners encouraged!\n\n\n\n	\n			Register Now
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/meditation/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:JCCU Miniseries
DESCRIPTION:JCCU Miniseries\n\n\n\nPardons\, Executive Orders\, and the Abuse of Presidential PowerWith Jess Velona \n\n\n\nAre presidential pardons and executive orders getting out of hand? Join JCCU’s favorite expert\, Jess Velona to learn how.  \n\n\n\nIn the first session we’ll look at presidential pardons. Originally designed to correct judicial mistakes\, pardons are increasingly used to protect political allies. We’ll discuss controversial examples from Andrew Johnson’s mass pardons of ex-Confederates to more recent pardons by Clinton\, Biden\, and Trump\, and explore what reforms might be possible. \n\n\n\nIn the second session we’ll examine executive orders and how they’ve evolved from limited tools to sweeping presidential directives. From Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation to FDR’s Japanese internment orders to Trump’s recent executive actions\, we’ll see how presidents have pushed the boundaries of their authority. \n\n\n\nWe’ll discuss how Congress\, courts\, and citizens can push back when presidential power goes too far.  \n\n\n\nCome ready for lively discussion! \n\n\n\n2 Thursdays\, 10/30 and 11/6\, 11am-12:15pm$35 Member/$42 Guest for 2 sessions\, $20 Member/$25 Guest per sessionSponsored in part by the Berit and Martin Bernstein Open Forum Endowment Fund \n\n\n	\n			Register Now
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/jccu-miniseries/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T113000
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SUMMARY:Fiction Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Fiction Fridays\n\n\n\nWhat’s better than discussing a good novel? Doing it with the author! \n\n\n\nYou don’t need to have read the book\, but it’s great if you have. Be sure to bring your copy of the book for the author to sign. Books will also be available for purchase.  \n\n\n\nThe Singer Sisters with Sarah Seltzer \n\n\n\nFeminist journalist\, cultural critic and Executive Editor at Lilith magazine\, Sarah Seltzer joins us to talk about her novel The Singer Sisters. Its well-drawn characters and behind- the-scenes look at ‘60s folk clubs and ’90s music festivals provide lots of great fodder to talk about.   \n\n\n\nTwo generations of a folk-rock dynasty collide over art\, love\, longing\, and family secrets in this captivating and poignant novel.   \n\n\n\nFriday\, 5/30\, 11:30 am\, $12 Member/$15 Guest  \n\n\n	\n			Register Now
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/fiction-fridays-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult
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