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Stroll & Sip
2025-11-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Let’s stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.

Special thanks to our hosts, Alexis, Amanda, and Emily, for organizing this gathering.

Location: Paramus

Cost: Optional donation

Matzah Ballers
2025-11-05 20:00 - 22:00
Join 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).

Location: Fair Lawn

Cost: $30

Noah's Ark in the Park
2025-11-16 15:00 - 17:00
Join 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!

Location: Paramus

Cost: $25 Family Ticket

Mah Jongg Open Play
2025-11-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-22 19:00 - 21:00
Calling 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.

Registration is required and capped when capacity is reached. Play begins at 7 PM.

Location: Westwood

Cost: Optional Donation

Mah Jongg Open Play
2025-11-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00
Calling 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.

Registration is required and capped when capacity is reached. Play begins at 7 PM.

Location: Glen Rock

Cost: Optional donation

Shabbat on the Go - Pajama Party
2025-11-21 09:15 - 10:15
Celebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.

Featuring Miss Ilana.

Location: Wyckoff

Cost: $25 per family

Share the Light
2025-12-03 19:30 - 21:30
Grant 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.

Bring a gift valued between $25-$40 for a child ages 7-10, and we’ll wrap them all together!

Thanks to our event hosts Natalie Itskov, Shai Marshall, and Arielle Orazio.

Can’t make it but want to donate a toy? Drop off a toy to one our our hosts and we’ll wrap and donate it for you!

Location: Oradell

Cost: Optional Donation

Beers, Cheers, & L'chaims
2025-12-11 20:00 - 22:00
Join J on the Go Dads for a casual “pay as you go” night out.

Location: Hillsdale

Cost: Optional Donation

Swinging into Hanukkah
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:30
Get 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!

Special thanks to hosts Beverly Weiner and Michelle Lampert!

Location: Midland Park

Cost: $15 per child

Shabbat on the Go - Let's Celebrate Hanukkah
2025-12-19 10:30 - 11:30
Celebrate with music, bonding, and fun for families with little ones (0–4); grandparents welcome, flexible registration, free tickets available.

Featuring Cantor Sarah.

Location: Oradell

Cost: $25 per family

Connecting the Expecting
2026-01-04 15:00 - 16:30
A welcoming space to connect with fellow expecting parents.

Not quite ready to share your good news with the world? Attendance will be kept private.

Location: Ridgewood

Cost: Optional Donation

Intro to Mah Jongg
2026-01-07 19:30 - 21:30
Need a break from bedtime routines? Make it a Mah Jongg 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!

Registration includes four classes (no refunds or make-ups), light refreshments, the current Mah Jongg card and a pre-order of the 2026 card.

Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28

Location: Emerson

Cost: $140 per person

Winter Warm Up
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00
Family Fun Event

Bring 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!

Location: JCC Rockland

Cost: $10 per child (kids under 2 are free)

Tu BiShvat Tree Party Playdate
2026-01-12 10:00 - 11:30
Join 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.

Special thanks to our host, Alexa Gottlieb

Location: Westwood

Cost: $25 per child

Stroll & Sip
2026-01-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:30
Let’s stroll! Grab your baby and stroller and meet our Mini Mensch group of parents for a walk around the mall.

Location: Paramus

Cost: Optional Donation

Axe Marks The Spot
2026-01-15 19:45 - 22:00
Join 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.

Location: Paramus

Cost: $45 per person

Shabbat on the Go - Let's Celebrate National Bagel Day
2026-01-16 09:15 - 10:15

Mah Jongg Open Play
2026-01-25 19:00 - 21:00
Due to the predicted snowstorm, this event has been postponed.

Calling 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.

Registration is required and capped when capacity is reached. Play begins at 7 PM.

Location: Westwood

Cost: Optional Donation

Baby & Me
2026-01-30 09:15 - 10:30
Enjoy a Baby & Me class with Barnert Temple. Engage in interactive play & sensory development while connecting with other parents.

Best suited for babies 18 months and younger

Location: Franklin Lakes

Cost: $18 for newcomers; $25 for returning guests

Paint a Pot for Tu B'Shevat
2026-02-01 10:00 - 11:30
We’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!

Location: Waldwick

Cost: $25 per child

Men's Poker Tournament
2026-02-11 19:30 - 22:00
Deal 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.

Buy-in is $36. There will be a rebuy for the first hour at $20, and add-on after 90 minutes for $15. Cash only.

Thank you to our Community Partners, Congregation B’nai Israel, Kol Dorot: A Reform Jewish Community, and Orangetown Jewish Center

Location: Emerson

Cost: $18 cover

Shabbat on the Go - Let's celebrate Purim (costumes encouraged)!
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30

Passover Plagues: Snakes, Frogs and Critter Show
2026-03-22 09:30 - 11:30
Passover 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.

PASSOVER FOOD DRIVE: We are collecting Kosher for Passover food items for the Jewish Family and Children’s Services Corner Market Kosher Food Pantry. Please bring unexpired and unopened food items to the event.

Special thanks to our event sponsor Glass Gardens Inc., ShopRite

Location: Ridgewood

Cost: $36 per family (includes 2 children); additional tickets available
