The Kaplen JCC will operate with modified hours on Sun, Feb 22, and will be open from 7am-11:30am due to the declared state of emergency pertaining to the anticipated weather, and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of members and staff.

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Purim Carnival 2026

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

Impossible Victories: The Story of Israel’s Freedom Fighters

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Impossible Victories explores Jewish resilience through firsthand stories of courage, survival, and purpose; told by those who have lived history in real time.

March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series

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Caring for someone you love is hard—come connect, learn, and feel supported in this free Zoom series for dementia and Parkinson’s caregivers.

Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum

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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 […]

Culture & Cuisine: A Cookbook Event with Beejhy Barhany

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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 […]

Family Movie Day @ The J

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Looking for the perfect Sunday family activity? Movie day at the J is the answer!

RaceFaster

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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.

Cinematec: Nandauri

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CINEMATEC brings the vibrant soul of Israeli life to the U.S. through the lens of its most powerful films. Step into the extraordinary human stories depicted in modern Israeli cinema. We curate award-winning, often unfiltered films followed by engaging, insightful discussions, illuminating the richness, complexity, and human heart of the Startup Nation. Join the Israeli Center Collab series.

The Wellness Hub: Acupuncture

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for Fertility and Menopause
with BK Lee, Doctor of Acupuncture

Art Gallery Tours (Hybrid)

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With Tobi Kahn

March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series

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Caring for someone you love is hard—come connect, learn, and feel supported in this free Zoom series for dementia and Parkinson’s caregivers.

Cinema Seminar – Chaotic Comedies

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Cinema Seminar - Chaotic Comedies What happens when one bad decision snowballs into mayhem? In this series we're enjoying comedies where everything spirals hilariously out of control. For Scorsese's surreal […]