September 2025

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Labor Day
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Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Presents: Static & Agam Buhbut
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Static & Agam Buhbut—Israel’s hottest pop icons—unite for one unforgettable night at the Kaplen JCC in Tenafly!Experience all their biggest hits performed live with full bands, approved sound systems, and high-energy vibes in an intimate, family-friendly setting. Intimate venue Skip the city crowds and traffic App , ...
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Live Music with Jay Daniels
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Jersey Boys and Jersey Girls Featuring songs made popular by Frank Sinatra, Dionne Warwick, & more. There will be songs by some Jewish Jersey Boys and Girls too! Coffee, tea, and snacks will be served. RSVP is requested, LindaS@jfnnj.org, 201-280-6783 , ...
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Frisch Boutique
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades: Open House
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come and experience all the J has to offer at our Fall Open House. With an exciting lineup of activities, events, classes, and presentations from each of our departments, you’ll get to sample every corner of our vibrant JCC! Pickleball clinics, Family Zumba classes, Chair Massages, Face Painting and Bounce Houses, demo , ...
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Keepers of an Ancient Flame: Jewish Life in Yemen
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Reut Segall will present the rich history and traditions of the Yemenite Jewish community. The talk will be followed by time for Q&A and dancing. The dancing is optional. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP is requested, LindaS@jfnnj.org, 201-280-6783 , ...
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Jewish Home Foundation Board Meeting
8:00 am - 10:00 am
In person – Jewish Home at Rockleigh, 10 Link Drive, Rockleigh, NJ , ...
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Jewish Federation Board Meeting
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades: Next Up- Eat Small Plates
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Next Up: Eat Small Plates – An Evening to Savor Featuring Chefs Ben and Zikki Siman-Tov We’re kicking off the series with a deliciously unforgettable evening! Join Chefs Ben and Zikki Siman-Tov as they launch their debut cookbook, Eat Small Plates. The evening includes a live cooking demonstration, a Q&A with the c , ...
BBYO Recruitment Event
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
BBYO Recruitment Event, happening this Sunday, September 14th from 7:00–8:30 PM. The event is open to teens in grades 8–12 and their parents, and we’d love for as many families as possible to join us to learn more about BBYO and our local chapters within your area (and surrounding areas). , ...
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Our Jewish Connections with Sara Losch
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Jewish educator Sara Losch joins us for an interactive program on family legacies. In place of the usual snacks, we will have honey tasting with apples and challah. We will take time to remember those that lost their lives on September 11, 2001. RSVP is requested, LindaS@jfnnj.org, 201-280-6783 , ...
Jewish Home Family/Jewish Home at Rockleigh Board Meeting
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
In person at Jewish Home at Rockleigh, 10 Link Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647. , ...
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Kaplen JCC on the Palisades: Special Games
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Special Games Join the Guttenberg Center for Special Services for the 2025 Special Games, a dynamic, inclusive community event for individuals with physical, intellectual, behavioral, and communication challenges. This adaptive sports event brings together over 100 athletes for a day filled with energy, celebration, an , ...
Family Open House at the J
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
JCC MetroWest, 760 Northfield Ave (South Entrance Parking Lot) Fun for the Family Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with bounce houses, arts & crafts, games, snacks, and a special performance by the Harlem Wizards! Camp Discovery A sneak peek at our amazing JCC Summer Camps and NJY Camps. Beyond Summer Explore yea , ...
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Honey Cake Make & Take
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
We will make honey cake that you can bring home and bake in your oven.  It freezes well (after you bake it) if you want to save it for Rosh Hashanah! Space is limited. RSVP is required, LindaS@jfnnj.org, 201-280-6783 , ...
Women’s Philanthropy Young Family Initiative Pouring for Purpose: Resin Art Tzedakah Boxes
7:30 pm
Bring a friend and join us for a meaningful and creative experience as we craft resin tzedakah boxes—beautiful, handmade pieces that can be passed down from generation to generation. Unleash your creative energies while discovering the joy of giving. All materials provided. No prior experience needed—just bring your cr , ...
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Major Gifts Dinner
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Play 4 Federation at Preakness
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Join us on Thursday, September 18th at Preakness Hills Country Club for a morning of Golf, Tennis, Pickleball or Cards. , ...
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Kaplen JCC on the Palisades: Festive Kabbalat Shabbat for Rosh Hashana
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Come celebrate the Jewish New Year with us at a warm and family-friendly gathering filled with music, joy, and creativity!   Switch to Hebrew We’ll welcome Shabbat and Rosh Hashana together in a festive atmosphere as we look ahead to a sweet and hopeful year. Highlights include: ·  Inspiring words from Rabbi Anat , ...
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Rosh HaShanah
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Rosh HaShanah
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Casablanca: The Jews Behind a Hollywood Masterpiece Presented by John Kenrick
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
John Kenrick will lead us in an exploration of the movie Casablanca. Casablanca while not explicitly stating it, is deeply connected to Jewish themes and experiences, particularly through the presence of Jewish refugees among its cast and crew. Many actors in the film were themselves refugees from Nazi-occupied Europe, , ...
Just One Life Annual Aseret Yemei Teshuva Drasha featuring Rabbi YY Jacobson
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Just One Life Presents:The Annual Aseret Yemei Teshuva DrashaFeaturing Rabbi YY JacobsonHosted by Azi and Rachel Mandel Join us for a powerful and inspiring evening as we welcome renowned speaker and teacher, Rabbi YY Jacobson, for our annual Aseret Yemei Teshuva Drasha. In these Days of Awe—when we reflect on the year , ...
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Bnai Yeshurun & TorahWeb present a Teshuva Shiur
7:30 pm
TorahWeb and Congregation Bnai Yeshurun, as part of the Gardin-Mermelstein Chodesh of Inspiration, present an evening of shiurim by renowned Roshei Yeshiva on the topic of Teshuva. More details to follow. , ...
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September Book Club
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us as we discuss this month’s book selection. We have a limited  number of copies of the book to borrow. The book can also be borrowed from your library or bought on Amazon. This months’s book is: “Songs for the Brokenhearted” written by Ayelet Tsabari. Snacks will be served. RSVP is requested, LindaS@jfnnj. , ...
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Yom Kippur
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