Make Today Count
Welcome June
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Don’t miss out on the June festivities! Check out our event calendar, mark your favorites, and make the most of your membership. Because at Kaplen JCC, every day is a celebration of community, connection, and YOU!
Membership Open House
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TOUR our sprawling facilities, ASK all the questions, and SEE for yourself how a membership at the J can help you Discover Your Passion.
Free Guest Day @ the J
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Recurring
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!
Palisade Pathfinders Hiking Club
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9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Recurring
Dedicated to exploring Bergen County off-the-beaten-path and fostering strong connections among nature enthusiasts within our community.
Make a Splash this Summer @ the J
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12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Recurring
Join us for a summer of fun at the pool! Enjoy themed events from June to August, including a kickoff party, patriotic picnic, pirate adventure, flamingo day, and an end-of-summer bash. Bring the whole family and make unforgettable memories!
Discover Your Passion
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Discover Your Passion at the J – Join Today and see how your JCC membership can provide exclusive member-only discounts and help you uncover your passions like never before!
JCC Outdoor Playground
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Join us for exclusive playtime, where play and laughter create cherished family moments in a community atmosphere. It’s your special place for fun, reserved just for JCC members and their little ones!
Membership
Babysitting
Ages3 mo – 6 years
Babysitting is Back @ the J!
The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is happy to offer FREE babysitting services to give our members the freedom to work out or take a class knowing that their children are in a safe and nurturing environment.
Tumble Room
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The Tumble Room is more than just a play area – it’s a canvas for imagination!
Kidz Kourt
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2-6 Year Olds Welcome! Activities Include: Mats, Blocks, Toys, & Lots of Fun!
Membership Open House
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TOUR our sprawling facilities, ASK all the questions, and SEE for yourself how a membership at the J can help you Discover Your Passion.
Surviving Darkness, Embracing Light – The Nova Community Story
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Join Afek Feferovich and Tal Shimoni, a couple who survived the October 7th massacre at the Nova Festival in Israel for an evening of light, hope, and unity. *(This event will be presented in English.)
Grounds for Sculpture Day Trip
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Discover the beauty & be inspired by this magnificent park.
JCC Community Theatre Presents:The Laramie Project
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Join JCC Community Theatre as we honor Pride Month and raise our voices against hatred of any kind.
Play FORE! The Kids
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This important fundraiser includes a fun day of Men’s & Women’s Golf, Tennis & Pickleball, & Mah Jongg or Canasta. Come play with us to support the JCC’s programming, services, and camps for children with special needs.
Athletics
Pickleball
Ages14+
Looking for a pickleball club or community near you? America’s fastest growing sport is available at the J!
Jewish & Israeli Life
Heart to Heart
A resource for Israeli families staying in our community, in need of support and children’s activities.
Early Childhood
PJ Library
PJ Library shares Jewish-themed stories aimed at fostering family discussions about cherished values and traditions within your home. Your child will love getting this special delivery each month and you will kvell watching them light up while learning Jewish values and lessons. Become a part of our PJ Library Bergen East Family today!
Israeli Center
Emek Adult Ulpan
Hebrew classes for non-Hebrew speaking adults.
Thurnauer School of Music
Classes for Young Children and Introductory Instrumental Classes
Ages3 months – 7 years
Our early childhood music classes are designed to encourage joy, fun, and active participation. Through singing, poetry, rhythmic exploration, and movement, we help children discover music, learn to keep the beat, and develop their imagination and creativity. An ideal introduction of music to young children in a fun and welcoming environment!
Early Childhood
Play To Achieve
Ages3 Years Old to Kindergarten
Give your child a jump start to kindergarten readiness!
Adults
Lectures & Learning
Our lectures and learning programs bring subjects alive through the enthusiasm of our instructors and their passion for the material.
Health & Wellness
Personal Training
AgesAll
Take in the benefit of a personal trainer, for a stronger mind-body connection.
Athletics
JCC Premier Basketball League
AgesGrades 1st-8th
Dribble your dreams into reality this fall 2023 J.P.B.L basketball season. JCC is the place to be if your child is interested in the hoop experience of a lifetime. Our team features a phenomenal coaching staff, led by NBA G League veteran, JR Inman (League Commissioner).
Our Mission & Values
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being of the entire community.
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Learn about the J
We care deeply about connecting our community to all the JCC has to offer. Please reach out to us with any questions.
