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Shavuot on the Farm
FeaturedBunnies, ponies, and goats, oh my! Join J on the Go for a Shavuot on the Farm. This self-guided experience includes visiting (and feeding!) goats, sheep, alpaca, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, pigs, cows, and more at your leisure!
June 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Poker Tournament
FeaturedCalling all card sharks! Join us for a Dads' Night Poker Tournament on Wed, June 4 at Congregation B'nai Israel in Emerson! Doors open 7:30 PM. Play begins sharply at 8. $36 buy in (cash only). Refreshments included.
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Shabbat Music Circle
FeaturedSing, dance, and celebrate Shabbat in a joyful music circle for little ones. Perfect for children up to age 4 and their families. Featuring Win at Fun
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Summer Playground Meetup
FeaturedLet's go play on this amazing playground, well suited for all ages. RSVP appreciated. Thanks to Sophya Rosen and Brittany Prell Cohen for hosting!
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Mocktail Club
FeaturedA cozy meetup for expecting parents—whether you’re sporting your first bump or adding another little love to your family, come sip, share, and connect. Because growing a baby is better together!
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Shabbat Playdate
FeaturedJoin us for a fun play date in the park with other Russian speaking families. A great chance for little ones to run around and for parents to connect.
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Spring Celebration
FeaturedWe are excited to honor the remarkable work of our Past Presidents and celebrate the past 100 years of the JCC.
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Shabbat Morning Playdate
FeaturedJoin us for a casual playground meetup with friends. RSVP appreciated. Thanks to Dana & Aaron Cohen for hosting!
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Intro to Mahjong
FeaturedSummer is the perfect time to finally learn Mahjong! Join in our Intro to Mahjong classes, taught by a certified Mahjong teacher. This is best suited for beginners.
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Monthly Mahjong Open Play
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Mazels & Margs
FeaturedHoly Guacamole! Let's celebrate summer nights with a trip to this yummy Mexican cantina. Advanced registration appreciated to make the right size table reservation.
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Summer Splash
FeaturedCool off and enjoy a morning of fun in the sun! Proceeds from this event support our year-long J on the Go programming
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Movie Night
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Take Me Out to the Boulders
FeaturedJoin J on the Go (JCC of Northern NJ) and DKECC Family Committee (JCC Rockland) for a joint outing to Boulders Jr. Day with Bluey at the Boulders' Game!
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Brush Up Your Mahjong
Featured Brush Up Your MahjongHave you already learned how to play Mahjong but need a refresher course? Need an expert in your ear? Join our Mahjong master Faith Kaufman and take your skills to the next level!
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Brush Up Your Mahjong
Featured Brush Up Your MahjongHave you already learned how to play Mahjong but need a refresher course? Need an expert in your ear? Join our Mahjong master Faith Kaufman and take your skills to the next level!
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Challah & Friends
FeaturedJoin us for a casual playground meetup with friends, bubbles, & challah to celebrate Shabbat together (weather dependent). RSVP appreciated!
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Monthly Mahjong Open Play
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Tiny Tots Meet Up
FeaturedCalling all tiny tots! This casual playground meetup is perfect for 12-18 month olds and their parents. Siblings welcome. Special thanks to our host family!
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Cocktail Club
FeaturedJoin J on the Go Moms for a "pay as you go" night out. Enjoy outdoor seating and a casual vibe with new friends.
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August Playgroup: Splash Pad
FeaturedLooking for something to do in the week(s) between camp and school? Join us for our August playgroup! Let's all hang out at the splash pad and cool down.
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Stroller Walk
FeaturedCool mornings, warm hearts, and little ones in tow. Come stroll with us and enjoy fresh air with friends. Newbies welcome. Our fabulous Parent Connector, Sophia, will make sure you feel right at home right away.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Sports Night: Dads’ Night Out
FeaturedIt's Thursday night football! It's a sure win when our J on the Go Dads meetup to watch the game. Here's hoping your Fantasy Football teams have a good night.
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L’Dor V’Dor: Grandparents’ Day Challah Bake
FeaturedJoin us as we celebrate the upcoming sweet new year for a multigenerational afternoon, mixing ingredients and shaping dough for round challahs for Rosh Hashanah. While you wait for the dough to rise, you'll enjoy a dance party with Win at Fun, a fabulous children’s entertainer!
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Shabbat Stroller Walk
FeaturedLet's Stroll! This family meet up for a casual walk around the park is perfect for parents with babies and other kiddos who enjoy stroller time.
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Apples & Honey in the Park
FeaturedJoin Cantor Sarah and Rabbi Noah of Kol Dorot for a kid-friendly Tashlich service, a beautiful Rosh Hashanah tradition of symbolically "casting away sins" for a fresh start to the year. We will meet in the park, sing some children’s songs, blow the shofar, and toss seeds into the pond as a way to honor this tradition.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Raising the Steaks
FeaturedFire up the fun with a special Dads’ Night Out! We’ll kick things off with a hands-on grilling demo session where you’ll pick up pro tips and tricks for mastering the grill. Then, stick around to enjoy the fruits (and meats) of your labor—good food, cold drinks, and great company. Whether you’re a seasoned griller or just getting started, it’s the perfect chance to learn, eat, and hang out with dad friends.
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Jewish Joyride
FeaturedOctober 7 marks a deeply painful anniversary for our community. We have created this moment to help our J on the Go families feel connected to each other and avoid navigating this day alone. We will honor the lives lost, including Ariel and Kfir and their mother, Shira Bibas, by doing what they were not given the chance to do: share joyful Jewish moments as a family. In their memory, we will let Jewish joy shine as a light against the darkness of that day’s horrors.
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Mamas in the Sukkahs
FeaturedLet’s sit under the stars and enjoy a night out together in a Sukkah. Two families have generously offered to host our J on the Go Mamas. Pick your location and BYO beverage to share.
Exclusively for J on the Go/PJ Library Moms
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Scotch & Steak in the Sukkah
FeaturedThe Congregation B'nai Israel Men's Club has graciously opened its doors (and its sukkah) to our J on the Go dads!
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Mamas in the Sukkahs
FeaturedLet’s sit under the stars and enjoy a night out together in a Sukkah. Two families have generously offered to host our J on the Go Mamas. Pick your location and BYO beverage to share.
Exclusively for J on the Go/PJ Library Moms
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s Celebrate Sukkot
FeaturedBring your little one along for some bonding time with music and more as we celebrate Shabbat and Sukkot together, featuring Miss Ilana!
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Simchat Torah Celebration
FeaturedJoin the Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley Early Childhood Program for a festive Simchat Torah Celebration!
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Parents’ Night Out Sips & Sweets
FeaturedRussian-speaking parents, take a well-deserved break! Enjoy sweet treats, pay as you go drinks, and great conversation at a brewery. Connect, laugh, and unwind—this night is all about you!
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Fore Fathers
FeaturedTee up for a night of swings, laughs, and a little friendly golf simulator competition! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or your golf game is mostly trying to make it past the mini golf windmill, this is your chance to hang out, hit some balls, and unwind with good company.
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Crafty Moms Club
FeaturedLet’s get crafty! We’ll meet at Wild Crafted’s adorable new space conveniently located in Waldwick.
BYO craft or take advantage of craft projects available on-site. Ticket price covers certain craft projects. Upgrades available for additional project options.
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Stroll & Sip
FeaturedLet's stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.
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Matzah Ballers
FeaturedJoin us for a laid-back night of strikes, spares, and good times. Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just here for the nachos, this is your chance to hang out with fellow dads, bowl a few frames, and enjoy some friendly competition. Shoes, lanes, and good vibes included—just bring your game face (or at least your dad jokes).
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Noah’s Ark in the Park
FeaturedJoin us for a wild adventure at the Bergen County Zoo as we bring the story of Noah's Ark to life! Families will set out in groups on a fun scavenger hunt, exploring the animals two by two and learning along the way. This is a perfect way for Jewish families with children up through age 5 to interact, especially if you love animals!
Older siblings welcome!
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Shabbat on the Go – Pajama Party
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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Stroll & Sip
FeaturedLet's stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.
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Share the Light
FeaturedGrant a child's wish this holiday season, and have some fun with friends while you do it! We are partnering with "Magdalena's Toy Drive" to give toys to children in need in Paterson. You pick the age group, you buy the present, we all wrap together!
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Maccabees and Menorahs
Join us for a rockin’ Hanukkah celebration filled with music and festive cheer! Enjoy a performance by Matty Roxx, get creative with Hanukkah crafts, and taste your way through delicious traditional treats! Bring the whole family for a bright and joyful afternoon of fun!
Featuring Matty Roxx!
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Swinging into Hanukkah
FeaturedGet ready to swing, slide, and celebrate! Join us for a fun-filled Hanukkah kickoff with plenty of treats, friends, and festive fun for the whole family. Let’s start Hanukkah with a glow of joy and a whole lot of play!
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s Celebrate Hanukkah
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Connecting the Expecting
FeaturedA welcoming space to connect with fellow expecting parents.
Not quite ready to share your good news with the world? Attendance will be kept private.
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Intro to Mah Jongg
FeaturedNeed a break from bedtime routines? Make it a Mahjong night! This ladies-only lesson series is the perfect mix of fun, learning, and social time. Grab a drink, grab your girlfriends, and get ready to play!
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Winter Warm Up
FeaturedBring the kids for an afternoon of winter fun!
Hot Chocolate Bar, inflatables, crafts, cookie decorating, games, Funcation Station, Day Rock Karaoke Jam Band, PJ Library, and more!
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Tu BiShvat Tree Party Playdate
FeaturedJoin us for as we celebrate Tu BiShvat, the "new year for the trees!" We'll play, enjoy harvest snacks, and each family will receive a Tu BiShvat take home gift.
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Stroll & Sip
FeaturedLet's stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
All levels welcome – must have basic play knowledge. No formal instruction provided. Loaner sets available for the evening.
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Axe Marks The Spot
FeaturedJoin fellow dads for an evening packed with big throws, bigger laughs, and just the right amount of friendly competition. No lumberjack skills required—just show up, grab an axe, and let the good times fly.
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s Celebrate National Bagel Day
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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PJ Library Book Swap
Bring your child's outgrown PJ Library or PJ Our Way books and choose some to take home! Then shop the Book Fair!
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Baby & Me
FeaturedEnjoy a Baby & Me class with Barnert Temple. Engage in interactive play & sensory development while connecting with other parents.
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Paint a Pot for Tu B’Shevat
FeaturedWe're hosting a birthday party for the trees! We will celebrate with a hands-on experience for toddlers and their grownups. Little ones will plant seeds, paint their own flower pots, enjoy a PJ Library storytime and Tu B'Shevat themed snacks. Happy Tu B'Shevat!
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Men’s Poker Tournament
FeaturedDeal yourself in for a relaxed men’s poker tournament—no pressure, just good cards and better company. This casual tournament is all about friendly competition, easy rules, and a great night out. All skill levels welcome, so grab a drink, take a seat, and let the cards fall where they may.
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Stroll & Sip
FeaturedLet's stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
All levels welcome – must have basic play knowledge. No formal instruction provided. Loaner sets available for the evening.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s celebrate Purim (costumes encouraged)!
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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Active Seniors Purim Costume Ball
The Active Seniors annual Purim party is always a hit! Featuring the music of the HalCrystal Players. Costumes encouraged–prizes will be awarded! Lunch, dancing, and a warm, welcoming community. Pre-registration required.
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Sip, Shop & Sparkle
Sip, shop, and schmooze your way into Purim—grab a glass, don a mask, and enjoy a festive Moms Night Out fit for Queen Esther.
We'll enjoy a wine and cheese tasting led by an expert sommelier from Cured & Co, and then we'll shop 'til we drop!
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Stroll & Sip
FeaturedLet's stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.
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Mamas Making Challahs
Jump into the kitchen with one of our J on the Go Moms as she leads an intimate group in a challah making experience. Learn a water challah recipe, make your own challah, and enjoy a cozy night out among friends. Moms will take their loaves home to bake, allowing the unmistakable scent of fresh challah to fill their homes.
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Once Upon My Mother | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedOnce Upon My Mother is a joyful, heartwarming family saga celebrating faith, devotion, and the transformative power of maternal love.
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Passover Plagues: Snakes, Frogs and Critter Show
FeaturedPassover Plagues: Snakes, Frogs & Critters Show featuring the NJ Snake Man, as seen on “The Drew Barrymore Show!”. Choose your showtime: 9:30 AM or 10:30 AM. Children will also enjoy a walk-through Passover story from PJ Library and a Passover themed craft. Space is limited to ensure a positive experience for all children. Registration will close Sunday, March 15th. Best suited for children aged 2- 5.
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Play Date
FeaturedGrab the kids and let's get together for a casual play date!
Best suited for children 4 and under, but all are welcome!
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The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedIn a harrowing real-life story that echoes Taken, the feature documentary The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue follows retired Israeli general Noam Tibon, who on October 7, 2023, received a desperate text from his son: terrorists had stormed his home, and he, his wife, and their two young daughters feared for their lives. With no time to spare, Noam and his wife, Gali, embarked on a ten-hour mission across a country under siege to save their family.
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Book Club
FeaturedJoin us for a relaxed, kid-free evening of books, conversation, and connection.
We’ll chat about our current read, enjoy drinks and snacks, and unwind together.
Didn’t finish the book? No problem — come anyway.
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The Sea | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedIsrael’s official entry to the Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film and nominated for a record 13 Israeli Academy Awards (Ophir), notably winning Best Film and Best Actor, The Sea is a quietly majestic ode to the best of the human spirit.
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Active Seniors Community Passover Seder and Sing-along
FeaturedJoin the JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors as we share in the traditions of Passover as we retell the story of Exodus with a musical, modern twist.
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Ethan Bloom | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedAfter losing his mother, thirteen-year-old Ethan finds solace in the Catholic church—a refuge that feels like home, even though he was born into a Jewish family. When his father insists on a bar mitzvah and Ethan’s secret unravels at his girlfriend’s confirmation party, the young seeker must confront the lies he’s told and the grief he’s been running from
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March Madness Watch Party
March Madness = dads night done right 🏀
Come hang for a March Madness Watch Party—cold drinks, great games, and all the trash talk that comes with it.
Tickets include beer, wine, game food, and billiards
Limited spots available!
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s celebrate Passover
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Matzah Pizza Party
FeaturedNo school? No problem!
Join J on the Go for a Passover-friendly Kids Cooking Class at The Flavor Labs in Norwood. Kids will have a blast making (and eating 😋) matzah pizza and chocolate covered matzah. An activity and lunch all in one!
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Little Diggers
FeaturedJoin J on the Go for Little Diggers — an indoor sand adventure at a fabulous new playspace made just for little hands! Kiddos will scoop, sift, dig, and discover in a playful, hands-on sensory experience. Come ready for sandy fun with friends!
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Matchmaking 2 | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedStep into the world of love, laughter, and a touch of mischief with Israel’s biggest box office hit of the year, Matchmaking 2, the long-awaited sequel to Erez Tadmor’s beloved 2022 romance that took the world by storm.
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The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue | JCC Rockland
FeaturedIn a harrowing real-life story that echoes Taken, the feature documentary The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue follows retired Israeli general Noam Tibon, who on October 7, 2023, received a desperate text from his son: terrorists had stormed his home, and he, his wife, and their two young daughters feared for their lives. With no time to spare, Noam and his wife, Gali, embarked on a ten-hour mission across a country under siege to save their family.
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Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedThis essential documentary offers an intimate and unprecedented look into the life and legacy of Elie Wiesel, one of the most profound voices of our time. With exclusive access to Wiesel’s family and personal archives, the film delves into the passions, struggles, and enduring impact of a man who became a powerful voice for human rights.
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Intro to Mahjong
Featured Intro to MahjongNeed a break from bedtime routines? Make it a Mahjong night! This ladies-only lesson series is the perfect mix of fun, learning, and social time. Grab a drink, grab your girlfriends, and get ready to play!
Wednesdays from 7:00 -9:00 pm, April 15, 22, 29, May 6
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Real Estate | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedTamara and Adam, a wild, unstable couple, are about to become parents and their life is a mess. Just before being evacuated from their apartment in Tel Aviv, Tamara decides to search for their new home in Adam’s hometown Haifa.
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Mamas Making Challahs
Jump into the kitchen with one of our J on the Go Moms as she leads an intimate group in a challah making experience. Learn a water challah recipe, make your own challah, and enjoy a cozy night out among friends. Moms will take their loaves home to bake, allowing the unmistakable scent of fresh challah to fill their homes.
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Of Dogs and Men | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedOf Dogs and Men is a tender, urgent exploration of the aftermath of the October 7 attacks in Israel. Following 16-year-old survivor Dar (Ori Avinoam) as she searches for her lost dog on Kibbutz Nir Oz, the film blends fiction and documentary, featuring non actors whose improvised conversations capture raw, authentic reactions to the violence.
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Yom Ha’atzmaut – Israel’s Birthday Bash
FeaturedJoin us for a special PLANETARIUM experience! Explore, play, and create at our space-themed Israel celebration featuring hands-on activities, music, and snacks.
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Charles Grodin: Rebel With a Cause | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedApril 19 @ 7:00 pm
Raised in a Jewish household in Pittsburgh, Charles Grodin’s life embodied the concept of Tikkun Olam. The film not only celebrates Charles Grodin’s hilarious acting career, but also his remarkable, decades-long, successful fight to get wrongly convicted people — most of whom were mothers of color with young children — out of prison. -
Ethan Bloom | JCC Rockland
FeaturedAfter losing his mother, thirteen-year-old Ethan finds solace in the Catholic church—a refuge that feels like home, even though he was born into a Jewish family. When his father insists on a bar mitzvah and Ethan’s secret unravels at his girlfriend’s confirmation party, the young seeker must confront the lies he’s told and the grief he’s been running from.
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The Stronghold | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedBased on real events that took place in the “Mazakh” bastion, the Yom Kippur war, the Sinai front. After a surprise Egyptian attack, 42 soldiers under the command of a young lieutenant from the Seder yeshiva, struggle to repel the enemy attacks during which many of the fighters are injured or killed.
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Featured Mah Jongg Open PlayCalling all Moms of babies, toddlers & preschoolers! Take a break from bath and bedtime and enjoy a night out playing Mah Jongg with each other.
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Swedishkayt: YidLife Crisis in Stockholm | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedGet ready to laugh and kvell with Swedishkayt: YidLife Crisis in Stockholm as self-proclaimed international Yiddish-ish icons YidLife Crisis—comedy duo Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman—bravely step onto Swedish soil to unearth a hidden treasure trove of Jewish culture.
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Resin & Ruach
FeaturedCelebrate creativity, community, and a little Israeli pride at our special Moms Night Out in honor of Yom Ha’atzmaut 🇮🇱
Join us for an inspiring evening of connection and crafting as we create beautiful, custom resin picture frames — the perfect way to showcase your favorite memories and favorite people. This hands-on workshop, led by the incredibly talented team at Bears by Brit, will take us step-by-step through designing and pouring our own one-of-a-kind frames.
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s celebrate Israel
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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The Ring | Regal Nanuet
FeaturedBeloved Israeli comedian and acclaimed actor Adir Miller (The Matchmaker, MJFF ’22) makes a powerful return to the screen with The Ring, a deeply personal and emotionally resonant drama inspired by his own family’s Holocaust survival.
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s celebrate Shavuot
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.
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Shabbat on the Go – Let’s celebrate Summer
FeaturedCelebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.