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SUMMARY:The Wellness Hub: Spring Awakening Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Wellness Hub: Spring Awakening Meditation\n\n\n\nThis spring\, engage in a practice that invites you to shed the heaviness of winter and align with the vibrant\, rising energy of the new season. Through a combination of Yin Yoga\, Yoga Nidra Meditation\, and Breathwork\, we will nurture the essential elements of growth to help your intentions take root and flourish. \n\n\n\nYin helps us connect with our intentions and ground.Yoga Nidra cultivates space for inner growth.Breathwork allows us to feel and resonate with the energy of our fulfilled intentions. \n\n\n\nNo special equipment is required but you may bring your own mat\, pillow\, and/or blanket for comfort. \n\n\n\nApril 19\, 6:00 PM-7:30 PMGroup Fitness Studio 2 \n\n\n\nInstructor: Harry O’Byrne \n\n\n\nMember $25 / Guests $35 \n\n\n	\n			Register Here
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/wellness-hub-spring-awakening-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:NORC Day Trip: BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
DESCRIPTION:NORC Day Trip: BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special NORC Day Trip to BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham\, the largest Hindu temple in the United States. \n\n\n\nDiscover the beauty and serenity of this iconic landmark as you experience a meaningful ceremony and explore the temple’s extraordinary craftsmanship and architectural grandeur. From intricate hand-carved stone details to its peaceful surroundings\, this visit offers a unique opportunity to engage with culture\, art\, and spirituality in an unforgettable setting. \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included\n\n\n\n\nGuided Tour\n\n\n\nDelicious Lunch\n\n\n\nRound-Trip Transportation\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\n$95 per person(Members & Guests) \n\n\n\nRegister Now!Spots are limited—advance registration is recommended. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional details\, please contact Lindsey Whitman at lwhitman@jccotp.org
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/norc-baps/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Adult,Senior
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SUMMARY:Lavish: Wellness Edition
DESCRIPTION:Lavish: Wellness Edition supports the JCC’s extensive programs and services for senior adults and their dedicated caregivers. \n\n\n\nGet ready\, Tenafly — Lavish Lunches are back\, and this time we’re turning up the heat 💥Join us for Lavish: Wellness Edition\, an exclusive\, feel-good experience featuring Isaac Boots — celebrity trainer\, choreographer\, and Broadway dancer with an impressive list of credits across the pop music and entertainment world. Drawing from his work training top artists for the world’s biggest stages\, Isaac created TORCH’D — a sustainable\, high-energy workout designed to burn fat\, build stamina\, and deliver visible results.📍 A private Tenafly home 🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Workout class begins at 10:30 AM)Kick off the day with an energizing TORCH’D workout led by Isaac himself\, followed by a beautiful brunch and the chance to relax\, connect\, and hang with Isaac in an intimate setting.✨ What’s included with your ticket:A live TORCH’D workout with Isaac BootsBrunch in a stunning private home catered by Eat Small Plates\, Zikki Siman Tov!Exclusive time with IsaacA TORCH’D workout mat to use during the class and take home🎟️ Tickets are extremely limitedMost importantly\, this special event supports a cause close to our hearts. All proceeds will benefit the Kaplen JCC’s Senior Programs and Services\, with a focus on our rapidly growing Parkinson’s Dance Program and Caregiver Support initiatives. The demand for these programs has grown exponentially\, becoming a vital lifeline for seniors and their families in our community.Move your body. Nourish your soul. Make a real impact.This is Lavish — reimagined. \n\n\n\nThe Senior Mitzvah Lunch invites the community to gather in support of the JCC’s senior and caregiver programming. The lunchtime program highlights the JCC’s work in these areas and will be hosted on Tuesday\, April 28.  \n\n\n\nLavish Co-ChairsKatie Alster\, Casey Halper\, Ariel Jacobs\, Victoria Singolda\, and Jillian Somberg\n\n\n\nLavish CommitteeKatie Alster\, Becky Canarick\, Orly Chen\, Stephanie Cohn\, Meghan Cutler\, Robin Epstein\, Casey Halper\, Ariel Jacobs\, Bri Mankovsky\, Gabrielle Marcus\, Danielle Praport\, Brandi Rubin\, Jennifer Schiffman\, Jillian Somberg\, and Victoria Singolda.\n\n\n\nSenior Mitzvah Lunch Co-ChairsMeghan Cutler and Brandi Rubin
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/lavish-wellness-edition-2/
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CATEGORIES:Membership,Special Services,Adult,Arts,Class,Health & Wellness,Jewish & Israeli Life,Music,Senior,Youth & Family,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Book Club\n\n\n\nFacilitated by Kathy Graff\n\n\n\nStep out of your own world and journey with us into the lives of literary characters. Read for pleasure and then share.Attendees should read the book in advance of the meeting.The selection for April is Speak to Me of Home by Jeanine CumminsThursday\, 4/30\, 11:30 am\, $15/$18 \n\n\n	\n			Register Here
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/book-club-3/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts
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SUMMARY:Next Up: “Looking Up” Screening with Talkback
DESCRIPTION:Switch to HebrewSwitch to English\n\n				\n\n\n	\n\n“Looking Up” Screening with Talkback\n\n\n\nPresented in Partnership with the Israeli Center\n\n\n\nThis inspiring film follows the story of Eitan Armon\, a young man grappling with the profound challenge of losing his sight. At just 20 years old\, while serving in the military\, Eitan learns he has Retinitis Pigmentosa\, a rare genetic disease that slowly robs him of his vision. With only 5% of his central vision left and time running out\, Eitan chooses not to focus on what he cannot control but instead sets his sights on the ultimate test of endurance—climbing Yosemite National Park’s iconic El Capitan\, one of the world’s most formidable granite walls. Through determination\, courage\, and an unyielding spirit\, Looking Up chronicles Eitan’s remarkable journey\, offering a powerful message of resilience and reminding us that no obstacle is insurmountable for those who choose to face life with positivity and purpose. \n\n\n\nThis special Kaplen JCC premiere event will include the attendance of director Elena Neuman and film subject Eitan Armon and special guest Robert Heidenberg. Talkback with Q&A after the screening. \n\n\n\nThursday\, 4/30  Doors Open: 6:30 PM   Screening Begins: 7:00 PM   Event will take place in Taub Auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\nהקרנת הסרט “Looking Up” ושיחה לאחר הסרט\n\n\n\nמוצג בשיתוף עם המרכז הישראלי \n\n\n\nהסרט המרגש הזה עוקב אחר סיפורו של איתן ארמון\, צעיר המתמודד עם האתגר העמוק של אובדן ראייה. \n\n\n\nבגיל 20 בלבד\, במהלך שירותו הצבאי\, מגלה איתן כי הוא חולה במחלה הגנטית הנדירה רטיניטיס פיגמנטוזה\, הגורמת לאובדן ראייה הדרגתי. עם כ־5% מראייתו המרכזית שנותרה\, וכאשר הזמן הולך ואוזל\, בוחר איתן שלא להתמקד במה שאינו בשליטתו\, אלא להציב לעצמו אתגר קיצוני של כוח רצון והתמודדות: טיפוס על צוק אל קפיטן המפורסם בפארק יוסימיטי\, אחד מקירות הגרניט המרשימים והקשים ביותר בעולם. \n\n\n\nבאמצעות נחישות\, אומץ ורוח בלתי מתפשרת\, Looking Up מתעד את מסעו המדהים של איתן ומעניק מסר עוצמתי של חוסן\, תעוזה ותקווה ותזכורת לכך שאין מכשול שאי אפשר להתגבר עליו כשמציבים מטרה וחדורים באמונה. \n\n\n\nאירוע בכורה מיוחד זה בקפלן JCC יתקיים בנוכחות הבמאית אלנה נוימן\, גיבור הסרט איתן ארמון\, והאורח המיוחד רוברט היידנברג. לאחר ההקרנה תתקיים שיחה עם פאנל ושאלות מהקהל. \n\n\n\nיום חמישי\, 30 לאפריל \n\n\n\nפתיחת דלתות: 6:30 PM \n\n\n\nתחילת ההקרנה: 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nהאירוע יתקיים באנגלית ב ־Taub Auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\nModerated by Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner \n\n\n\nThis event is free to attend\, thanks to the generous support of Susan & Robert Heidenberg. \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		Watch the Trailer
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/looking-up-screening-with-talkback/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Taub Auditorium\, 411 E Clinton Ave\, Tenafly\, New Jersey\, 07670
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts,Jewish & Israeli Life
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