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.
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!
Welcome March
Welcome March *Members Only FREE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN YOUR KAPLEN JCC MEMBERSHIP! 2026 Rubach Family Purim Celebration Sun, March 1, 1 pm-4 pmKaplen JCC Join the fun at our annual Purim Celebration! Come dressed in your favorite costumes and enjoy a fun afternoon of huge inflatables, slides, games, prizes, characters, snacks and more! […]
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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.
2 events,
Yom HaShoah
Yom HaShoah
Yom HaShoah: A Night of Remembrance and Reflection
Join us as we honor the memory of the six million and stand together in resilience, unity, and hope. Through stories, music, and reflection, we ensure that their legacy lives on.
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2 events,
Free Guest Day @ the J
You and a FRIEND can enjoy all the perks of being a member TOGETHER! Every 3rd Wednesday of the month is FREE GUEST DAY! Sign your guest in at the front desk and HAVE FUN!
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Mary Poppins Jr.
Mary Poppins Jr.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins JR. brings the beloved story of everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny to life in a magical Broadway Junior production.
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,
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 […]
Yom HaZikaron: Israel’s Memorial Day
Yom HaZikaron: Israel’s Memorial Day
On Yom HaZikaron, we solemnly reflect and honor the memory of our fallen soldiers and those whose lives were tragically taken by acts of terror.
לעברית, גללו למטה
*Registration is required for Security Purposes*
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3 events,
NORC Day Trip: BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
NORC Day Trip: BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
Join us for a special NORC Day Trip to BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, the largest Hindu temple in the United States.
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, 4/2211:30 AM-12:30 PMMembers Free / $5 Guest per Meeting
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ECC Parents: Beginner Mah Jongg
ECC Parents: Beginner Mah Jongg
Looking for a fun way to connect with other parents after morning drop-off? We are thrilled to host a 5-week Beginner Mah Jongg Class with the wonderful Elisa, also known as “The Fairy Mahj Mother!”
JCCU Spring Miniseries
JCCU Spring Miniseries
Spring Miniseries 2026 In-Person Art Talks with Professor Thomas Germano Thursday, 4/23 - 11:00 AMDreamworld: Surrealism at 100 In his manifesto of Surrealism of 1924, André Breton celebrated the unbridled imagination as the springboard to freedom in all aspects of life. Artists responded by incorporating dreamscapes, applying Freudian psychoanalysis and presenting free associations. Automatic creativity […]
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Lavish: Wellness Edition
Lavish: Wellness Edition
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.
2 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.
2 events,
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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Musical Theater with John Kenrick
Musical Theater with John Kenrick
4/28 - Wicked: "Everyone Deserves the Chance to Fly" What inspired novelist Gregory Maguire to retell the story of The Wizard of Oz from the Wicked Witch's point of view? How did songwriter Stephen Schwartz and a Broadway team turn that story into a musical that has packed theaters worldwide for more than 20 years? […]
2 events,
Shahar Cohen: My Life
Shahar Cohen: My Life
Two Cultures. One Stage. Endless Laughs.
Shahar Cohen brings his viral comedy to the stage in his new show, "My Life."
Experience the ultimate America vs. Israel showdown! Kicking off with fan-favorite Nofar and transitioning into unfiltered, high-energy stand-up, Shahar hilariously unpacks the quirks and cultural clashes of the Jewish world.
4 events,
ECC Parents: Beginner Mah Jongg
ECC Parents: Beginner Mah Jongg
Looking for a fun way to connect with other parents after morning drop-off? We are thrilled to host a 5-week Beginner Mah Jongg Class with the wonderful Elisa, also known as “The Fairy Mahj Mother!”
Next Up: “Looking Up” Screening with Talkback
Next Up: “Looking Up” Screening with Talkback
This 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.
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JCC Maccabi Mini/Junior Games
The JCC Maccabi Games is the largest gathering of Jewish youth in the world, hosting thousands of children annually from the United States, Israel, Europe, Canada, and Latin America. Beyond the athletic competition, the JCC Maccabi Games promote community involvement, teamwork, lifelong friendships, and a unique connection to Judaism through sport.
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.