Calendar of Events & Classes
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Junior Member Activities
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.
Membership Appreciation Week
We’re so grateful to have you as part of our community, and this week is all about celebrating YOU.
Saving Shuli San
Saving Shuli San
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
3 events,
A Community Book Fair & Tooli’s Interactive Children’s Show
A Community Book Fair & Tooli’s Interactive Children’s Show
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.
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4 events,
March Membership Promo
There’s never been a better time to become a member of the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, join in March and save up to $125!
RaceFaster
RaceFaster
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.
Purim Carnival 2026
Purim Carnival 2026
Celebrate Purim with us at the Annual Rubach Family Purim Celebration—bigger, better, and more exciting than ever!
3 events,
March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
Caring for someone you love is hard—come connect, learn, and feel supported in this free Zoom series for dementia and Parkinson’s caregivers.
4 events,
Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum
Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum
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, 4/22, 5/6, 5/20, 6/311:30 AM-12:30 PMMembers Free / $5 […]
Culture & Cuisine: A Cookbook Event with Beejhy Barhany
Culture & Cuisine: A Cookbook Event with Beejhy Barhany
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 […]
5 events,
Family Movie Day @ The J
Family Movie Day @ The J
Looking for the perfect Sunday family activity? Movie day at the J is the answer!
RaceFaster
RaceFaster
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
Cinematec: Nandauri
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.
5 events,
Master Classes at the JCC Thurnauer School of Music
Master Classes at the JCC Thurnauer School of Music
Master Classes at the JCC Thurnauer School of Music At Thurnauer, we are proud to have presented more than 100 master classes since 1995, providing valuable opportunities to learn and be inspired by world-class artists to hundreds of students and thousands of audience members. The purpose of our master classes is to engage young performers at every level. […]
March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
Caring for someone you love is hard—come connect, learn, and feel supported in this free Zoom series for dementia and Parkinson’s caregivers.
3 events,
3 events,
RaceFaster
RaceFaster
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.
4 events,
Political Science with Dr. Ian Drake
Political Science with Dr. Ian Drake
3/16 - Trade Wars and Tariffs Who wins a trade war? Who pays for it? This talk will consider the historical role of tariffs in national economic policy and the history of trade wars and protectionism in the United States. We will discuss what the past trade wars might teach us about the current trade […]
Dinner & A Movie at the J
Dinner & A Movie at the J
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 […]
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March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
March Dementia & Parkinson’s Caregiver Education Series
Caring for someone you love is hard—come connect, learn, and feel supported in this free Zoom series for dementia and Parkinson’s caregivers.
3 events,
Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum
Current Events with Herman Lindenbaum
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, 4/22, 5/6, 5/20, 6/311:30 AM-12:30 PMMembers Free / $5 […]
3 events,
Tot Shabbat with Temple Emeth: Magna Tile Fun
Tot Shabbat with Temple Emeth: Magna Tile Fun
Join PJ Library Bergen East and Temple Emeth for a joyful Tot Shabbat bursting with live music, stories and Magna-Tile building fun just before Passover!
Perfect for little ones and their grown-ups!
5 events,
Next Up: Sunday of Strong Women 2026
Next Up: Sunday of Strong Women 2026
Three remarkable women share powerful memoirs that explore defining relationships—mother, friend, husband. From complex family bonds to intimate friendships and the mysteries of marriage, these courageous storytellers reveal how life's connections shape who we become.
RaceFaster
RaceFaster
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.
3 events,
NORC Day Trip: Rodin & Barnes Foundation Museums
NORC Day Trip: Rodin & Barnes Foundation Museums
Join us for a delightful NORC Day Trip to the Rodin Museum and the Barnes Foundation, where art and inspiration come together.
4 events,
Passover with Tooli
Passover with Tooli
Leap Into Spring: A Passover Adventure with Tooli!
Get ready for a holiday celebration that’s way more exciting than waiting for the Afikoman!
Join us for a high-energy afternoon where the story of Passover comes to life through music, magic, and making.
4 events,
3rd GEN: A Survivor’s Story
3rd GEN: A Survivor’s Story
A powerful dance memoir bringing Holocaust survival stories to life through music and movement. There will be a talkback with the cast after the performance.
4 events,
Movie Day with PJ
Movie Day with PJ
As we prepare for Passover, join us for a special community screening of The Prince of Egypt—a powerful, family-friendly retelling of the Exodus story.
Gift of Music 2026
Gift of Music 2026
Providing opportunities to learn about music has been an important, guiding principle of the Thurnauer School of Music since its founding in 1984. Join us at the 2026 Gift of Music to raise scholarship funds to support families in the pursuit of musical excellence.
2 events,
Welcome April
Welcome April *Members Only FREE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN YOUR KAPLEN JCC MEMBERSHIP! Membership Summer Reunion Luau Sun, April 12, 9:30 am - 12 pmTaub Auditorium Join us for a Summer Membership Luau to kick off our Summer season! Games, bounce house, tumble mats and more! Yom HaShoah Mon, April 13, 7 pm - […]