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musings from the editor

T
he phone rang once. The phone
rang twice.
I knew the news wasnt good.
It was Amy, Esthers daughter, call-
ing me with news. My friend Esthers
mother, a 93-year-old Holocaust survi-
vor, had died. To say that Esther was a
dutiful daughter is an understatement.
She cared for her mother for the last 13
years and kept her as healthy as pos-
sible, as comfortable as possible, and
at home for as long as possible, which
was until the very end.
There were frequent visits to doc-
tors offices, even more frequent visits
to emergency rooms, and many over-
night stays at hospitals for the medical
complications her mother endured.
It wasnt as if Esther didnt have
what to do. She had two children, now
young adults, and a husband whose
dental practice she managed. Oh, and
she also has been taking care of her
husbands mother.
The funeral, Amy told me, would be
the next day, and of course I wanted to
be there for Esther and for her mother,
who had been a friendly neighbor to my
own parents, also Holocaust survivors.
The time? Later in the afternoon. It
was to be a graveside service in Suffolk
County. It meant the whole day, and
while I was free to go, I had earmarked
the day for work that I had to get done.
I dont know about the funeral, I group that bid farewell to
said out loud.
Ma, Shaina reminded to me.
Dont you remember how mean-
ingful it was when people came to
Zaides funeral?
Ah, the wisdom of the young.
Okay, now I just needed to figure
the logistics. Not wanting to drive the
distance alone, and choosing to forgo
the Long Island Railroad, which would
be less than convenient, I asked the
family if there was someone I could
drive with. There was a couple who
lived in deep Brooklyn. That meant an
hour and a half ride on the subway and
bus to meet up with the couple. An-
other hour in the car and we were at
the cemetery.
It was a bitter cold and windy day.
Im not sure if she was joking, but the
woman told me there were weather
warnings not to go out if you
were 100 pounds or less.
(Not a problem for me!)
The funeral service was
meaningful, and I was very
glad to be among the small
Rose, Esthers mother. I
know how much the family
appreciated it.
On the way back, I asked
the couple to drop me near the subway
in Brooklyn. While I was there, I would
do a little shopping. My intention was
to buy a bit, and have only two bags to
carry back, but there was a family-pack
of this on sale, and a special of that
for a good price, so I purchased more.
I wound up with four heavy bags as I
headed to the subway to go home.
I reached my stop, laden with pack-
ages, and on the platform, I fumbled as
I tried to gather the bags.
A woman suddenly appeared. I
didnt know her. She was tall and at-
tractive. She offered to help carry
the packages.
No, I told me. Im fine.
But she didnt take no
for an answer.
Instead, she took two
of the packages and started
to walk with me. I told her I
was going only a few blocks.
She was heading in the same
direction for a kickboxing
class down the street from
where I lived, she said.
We arrived. I took my
packages, thanked her very much, and
said goodnight.
Gosh, I thought. That was so nice.
I felt so appreciative. I cant remember
anything like that happening recently.
But I thought, look here. Maybe
good does comes to good.
I went to Roses funeral today. I
hope that my presence helped to light-
en the familys burden.
A few hours later, out of nowhere,
someone appeared. Just like that, to
help lighten mine.
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Health Care Before
And During Pregnancy
Makes a Big Difference
H E I D I M A E B RAT T
M
edical experts advise that women begin taking
care of themselves even before they become
pregnant. This is referred to as preconception
health, and it means knowing how health conditions
and risk factors may affect you and your unborn baby.
Once a woman does become pregnant, it is imperative
that she be vigilant about how she takes care of her-
selfand her growing baby.
About Our Children consulted with Dr. Cristina
M. Maniu, an obstetrician/gynecologist with the Val-
ley Medical Group in Ramsey, for her expertise on the
topic.
AOC: What are the most important elements of pre-
natal care?
Dr. Maniu: The most important is getting regular
and early prenatal care. Whether its your first or your
third pregnancy, prenatal care is extremely important.
Preconception and regular prenatal visits can prevent
complications of pregnancy and provide information
to help women take care of their infants and ensure a
healthy pregnancy. Schedule your first prenatal visit
soon after finding out you are pregnant.
AOC: Has the wisdom of how to care for yourself
when pregnant changed over the years?
Dr. Maniu: I dont think our recommendations have
changed significantly. Throughout the years, we have
encouraged a healthy diet, getting regular exercise,
avoiding exposure to harmful substances. We continue
to stress that controlling existing medical conditions,
such as high blood pressure, diabetes, etc., is very im-
portant to avoid serious pregnancy complications.
AOC: Are there any must-have tests for women to
make sure that their developing babies are healthy?
Dr. Maniu: At the first visit, your obstetrician will
do tests that will check for your general health, as
well as other blood tests to check for specific condi-
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About
tions that can cause problems for the woman and their
baby, blood tests, vaginal cultures, and pap smear. At
12 weeks, your obstetrician will recommend screening/
testing for genetic conditions such as Down Syndrome.
At 16 weeks, a blood test can screen for spina bifida (a
birth defect that affects the spine). At 20 weeks ges-
tation, most patients have a targeted ultrasound that
evaluates the fetal anatomy to make sure the baby has
10 fingers, 10 toes, look at the brain, the heart, etc.
Later, at 28 weeks, women are screened for gestational
diabetes.
AOC: What about nutrition, physical activity, and
exposure to emotional environments?
Dr. Maniu: Eat a variety of healthy foods. Choose
fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Drink plenty of
fluidsespecially water. Avoid processed foods, fake
sugars and soda. Also, stay active. Unless told other-
wise, try to get at least 3 hours of moderate-intensity
aerobic activity a week. Review your exercise regimen
with your physician. And be sure to get plenty of sleep.
AOC: Any dos and donts?
Dr. Maniu: Dos include regular and early prenatal
care, eating a variety of healthy foods, getting regu-
lar exercise, taking prenatal vitamins with folic acid
throughout the pregnancy, getting a flu shot, gaining a
healthy amount of weight (you are not eating for two),
getting plenty of sleep, going to childbirth education
classes. Donts include tobacco smoking (1st and 2nd
hand smoke), alcohol use, drugs, avoid harmful medi-
cations (review your medication list with your obste-
trician), avoid exposure to harmful substances, avoid
fish high in mercury (tuna, swordfish). If you have a cat,
dont change cat litter.
AOC: Anything else you would like to add?
Dr. Maniu: Ask your obstetrician lots of questions.
There are no stupid questions.
Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our Children.
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Carrier status, that is. Gaucher disease (pronounced go-SHAY) is the most
common genetic disorder in the Ashkenazi (Eastern European) Jewish
population. Carrier screening for Gaucher disease and genetic counseling
can help you determine the risk of passing the Gaucher gene to your children.
Through our partnership with JScreen, National Gaucher Foundation is offering
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Frisch Fundraising for Sharsheret

Never Out of Fashion
H E I D I M A E B RAT T The event, which drew about 70 The evening began with an in- giving back. She has become a link, a
women, including about 18 students, troduction given by one of Lord & sharsheret helping other newly diag-

C
ome on, vogue! The Frisch Fash-
ion Show that took place at Lord &
Taylors in The Garden State Plaza
earlier this month was more than just
fun and fashion, with girls making up
their outfits, hair and faces, and walking
the catwalk.
who selected various pieces of cloth-
ing, put together the ensembles, and
modeled them, was a fundraiser for
Sharsheret, the Teaneck-based not-for-
profit organization that supports young
Jewish women with breast and ovar-
ian cancer.
Taylors stylists. It was followed by
Frisch 10th grader Naama Kaye, who
organized the event. Ms. Kaye said the
evening raised more than $800 for a
worthy organization, and demonstrat-
ed that fashion was a good way to ex-
press yourself.
She then introduced Miri Cohen, a
breast cancer survivor.
Diagnosed six years ago at 36, Ms.
Cohen, a native of Israel, didnt have
much family or knowledge of the medi-
cal landscape here. It was Sharsheret
that took her by the hand during that dif-
ficult time, gave her warmth, love and
support, helped her navigate the medi-
cal experience, and even took care of her
three children. Now, thankfully, shes on
the other side of the surgeries, chemo-
therapy and radiation, and Ms. Cohen is
nosed women.
The beauty of Sharsheret is that
they never pushed me, but did every-
thing to fit my needs, Ms. Cohen said.
Following her remarks, the show be-
gan. One by one, the students displayed
the clothing. They sashayed down the
runway and posed with the aplomb
of models.
Said Ahuva Winslow, director of
Frischs Art Department and faculty or-
ganizer, while the shopping was fun, and
the evening a great bonding experience,
the fashion show, had purpose and
meaning. The goal was to expose the
girls to Sharsheret, and for them to be
empowered as women.
Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our
Children.

Naomi Cohen walks the runway.

Frisch student models pose with, third from left front row, Lord & Taylors events planner, Linda
Barba; Naama Kaye, event organizer; and Andrea Link, stylist at Lord and Taylor.

Be Happy! Its Purim!

OPEN HOUSE
Pre-k 2nd graders welcome
Sunday, March 12
9:15am 10:00am
Join the Religious School Purim Celebration!
Children ages 4 7 are invited
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Our curriculum celebrates being Jewish through experiential learning.
We are doing Purim arts & crafts projects
followed by a family PowerPoint Megillah reading.
Following our program, all families are invited to join us at our Purim
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Concussion Therapy
Can Ease the Way Back to Health
H E I D I M A E B RAT T information about prevention and what to do when an jury are reviewed with patients and families. She works
injury is suspected or occurs. with patients doctors and their schools and sports

S
ports are a great ac- Likewise, patients are given information about teams to support appropriate accommodations for the
tivity for children managing symptoms using scheduling and energy con- safest and quickest return to full participation.
and teens. Whether servation techniques. Realistic goals and expectations
it is on the field, the court, regarding timelines and recovery trajectories after in- Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our Children.
the track, even the back-
yard, they get to play. With
sports, youngsters and Danit Macklin
teens are physically active,
learn about teamwork, develop self-esteem and cama-
raderie, and are kept busy. The downside is the possi-
bility of injury. And sometimes that injury is more than
just a scrape or a scruff, or even a broken bone. Some-
times, it is a concussion.
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury
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injury that jars or shakes the brain inside the skull. Al-
though there may be cuts or bruises on the head or face,
there may be no other visible signs of a brain injury.
One need not pass out or lose consciousness to
Welcoming babies
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symptoms of a concussion, such as passing out or
into the world
forgetting what happened right before the injury. But
other people wont. With rest, most people are able to
since 1925.
fully recover from a concussion. Some people recover
within a few hours. Other people take a few weeks to
recover. For still others, recovery can take months
and months.
Danit Macklin, owner and director of the Teaneck-
based Balance and Concussion Therapy Center, uses
evidence-based current research to help facilitate the
road to recovery for people, including youngsters, who
have suffered from a concussion, she said.
Her private physical therapy practice treats
vestibular and post concussion patients of any
age pediatric up to geriatric patients. She also offers
concussion management services, individually as well
as to schools, clubs and organizations.
Ms. Macklin has a doctorate degree in physical Holy Names BirthPlace offers hotel-like One of the countrys best birthing hospitals:
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Multi-Pronged Approach
To Managing the Pain of Gaucher Disease
F
or many Gaucher patients, dealing
with pain is one of the most difficult
parts of living with the disease. Ef-
fectively treating pain requires finding
its source, which isnt always straight-
forward.
A variety of medications and ther-
apies can relieve pain for Gaucher
patients, although certain painkillers
carry a high risk of addiction. A Gau-
cher specialist can help uncover the
cause of pain and connect you with
All new
other experts to improve your daily
functioning.
Identifying the cause of pain
The main challenge of Gaucher disease
pain management is diagnosing the root
cause of pain, which is critical to ensur-
ing effective treatment. Bone problems
are a common pain trigger, although ab-
dominal pain can also occur in untreated
patients due to organ enlargement.
Several factors make accurately di-
agnosing pain difficult:
Few general practitioners have ex-
perience treating Gaucher disease and
recognizing Gaucher-related pain.
Physicians can have trouble distin-
guishing between osteomyelitis (bone
infection) and bone crisis. A bone crisis
is a severe episode of pain caused by re-
duced blood flow to bones.
In older patients, conditions such
as osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal dis-
ease and neuropathy can also contrib-
ute to pain. Neuropathy is numbness or
pain as a result of nerve damage.
Imaging procedures such as MRI
(magnetic resonance imaging), X-ray
Preferred medications for Gaucher
pain management include acetamino-
phen (Tylenol) or non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as
ibuprofen (Advil). Doctors must carefully
weigh the health risks before prescribing
opioid drugs to treat pain. Opioid medica-
tions such as oxycodone (OxyContin) are
drugs with morphine-like effects, includ-
ing a high risk of addiction. Patients with
neuropathic (nerve-related) pain some-
times benefit from drugs such as gaba-
pentin (Neurontin) or pregabalin (Lyrica).
HOW SPECIALISTS
MANAGE PAIN
DEPENDS ON THE
PATIENTS AGE,
DURATION OF
SYMPTOMS AND
PREVIOUS BONE
COMPLICATIONS.

experience!
and bone scans can help pin down the
exact cause of pain. Resolving pain is-
sues often requires a team approach, in-

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Medication isnt your only option for
Gaucher disease pain management.
Other potentially effective treatments in-

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GU I DE TO SUMMER CAMPS
DAY CAMPS amazing sports, creative arts, ropes/chal- June 26August 18 rainy-day facilities and more. Your camp-
lenge course. In addition we offer daily 911:30 a.m. er will enjoy the outdoors, learn new
Camp Kef catered lunches, transportation and so This 8-week summer adventure features skills, make new friends and explore their
E. 243 Frisch Court much more. Specialized trip and travel daily indoor and outdoor play, a fabulous personal interests. With dynamic, age-
Paramus, NJ 07666 program for 8th and 9th graders and a water park with exciting water activities, appropriate programming that includes
201-845-5007 comprehensive CIT program for our 10th special programs such as visits from a sports, swimming, art, drama, music,
201-845-5009 graders. Please see our ad on page 15. petting zoo, story time, puppetry, sing- Judaic programming, special events and
County: Bergen County ing, Shabbat celebrations and lots of fun. more, your camper will experience an in-
Grade/Age: Toddler4th Grade, Elisabeth Morrow School credible summer to remember. Camper
In addition to providing an exciting and
2.510 years old Summer Explorations memorable summer experience, Camp ages 3 through Kindergarten are led by
Cost $2,000 435 Lydecker St. head counselors who are certified edu-
Katan introduces young children to an
Counselor to camper ratio 1:7 Englewood, NJ 07631 cators. Our day camps are all-inclusive,
interactive social experience in a caring,
Orthodox summer day camp with a bal- 201-568-5566, ext. 7333 providing lunch, snacks, and towel ser-
www.elisabethmorrow.org warm environment. Priority registration
ance of organized, structured activities, to children who are registered in our 2- vice, making it easy on parents as well.
creativity and free play in a safe, nurtur- Age 3grade 9 Campers also have access to transpor-
year-old Nursery School program for the
ing environment. Large air-conditioned Summer Explorations, the summer pro- fall. JCC membership is required. tation and extended care services. JCC
indoor play area, enclosed outdoor play- gram, at The Elisabeth Morrow School, membership is required.
ground, regulation gym, fully equipped offers a unique blend of camp and school, Neil Klatskin Day Camps
classrooms. Please see our ad on page with a wide variety of choices and learn- Kaplen JCC on the Palisades SLEEPAWAY CAMPS
13. ing opportunities for students age 3 Taub Campus Shane Weight Loss Camp
through grade 9. The 14-acre wooded 411 E. Clinton Ave. 302 Harris Rd.
Camp Veritans campus complete with playgrounds, turf Tenafly, NJ 07670
225 Pompton Rd. Ferndale, NY 12734
field, state-of-the-art STEAM center, all Phone: 201-567-8963 Phone: 914-271-4141
Haledon, NJ 07508 provide just the right setting for academ- www.jccotp.org/nkdc
Phone: 973-956-1220 Fax: 914-230-4007
ic exploration, learning and fun! Please Age 3Grade 2 www.campshane.com
Fax: 973-956-5751 see our ad on page 13. Mon.Fri., June 26August 18
www.campveritans.com Ages: 725
9 a.m.4 p.m. (shorter days available for June 21August 19
Pre-K10th grade JCC Camp Katan preschoolers) $4,200$9,770
June 26August 18 Kaplen JCC on the Palisades NKDC offers campers a summer of adven-
Counselor to camper ratio: 1:8, but Counselor to camper ratio: 1:4
Taub Campus ture and non-stop fun with many exciting
lower in most cases 411 E. Clinton Ave. Camp sessions are June 21July 10; June
options, including Hebrew immersion for 21July 31; June 21August 19; July 10
Camp Veritans is a summer day camp Tenafly, NJ 07670 native Hebrew speakers. Our camps fea-
for children entering Pre-K through 10th Phone: 201-408-1433 August 19; July 31August 19. Since 1968,
tures a beautiful 21+ acre campus with 3 Camp Shane is the premiere weight loss
grade. We offer a variety of fantastic ac- www.jccotp.org/camp-katan
pools, a sprinkler park, sports facilities, camp for kids, teens and young adults. A
tivities on our beautiful 64-acre campus, 20-35 mos. (20 mos. by 6/15)
a low ropes course with zip line, indoor highly supervised program that encom-
including Red Cross swim instruction, MonFri or Mon/Wed/Fri,

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passes all the fun of traditional summer camps with the 185 Court St.
GUI DE TO SUMMER CAMPS
Counselor to camper ratio: 3:15
benefits of weight loss. Nutrition education, cooking Teaneck, NJ 07666 Deadline for registration June 1, 2017
classes, fitness classes and calorie burning activities to Phone: 201-833-1741 bergenPACs Summer Camp in the Performing Arts
help increase self esteem with superb, proven results. www.icanj.net School provides our youth, ages 5 to 12, an experience
Please see our ad on page 14 . Ages: 616 in the performing arts that they will never forget. We will
ACADEMIC/ENRICHMENT CAMPS Summer Day Camp: Accepting registration. Learn to build confidence, understanding and a sense of appre-
play chess, one of the worlds oldest and most popular ciation for the arts, while giving campers the opportu-
Big Time Sports Broadcasting Camp games. We offer private, group, and after-school lessons. nity to explore and develop their talents. $100 discount
1420 Walnut Street, Suite 605 Students of all levels are welcome, from beginner to mas- if registered and paid in full by April 1. Tuition includes
Philadelphia, PA ter. We host world-renowned international coaches and lunch and snacks. After-camp care available for addi-
Phone: 800-319-0884 our students have qualified for the World Youth Cham- tional fee. Please see our ad on page 11.
www.playbyplaycamps.com pionships. With lessons 6 days a week in two locations.
Boys & Girls Ages 1018 See www.icanj.net for schedule and pricing. Please see Bounce U
July 1014 our ad on page 14. 70 Eisenhower Drive
Day/Overnight options available Paramus, NJ 07652
The Sports Broadcasting Camp is located on the cam-
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CAMPS 201-843-5880
www.bounceU.com/paramus-nj
pus of Montclair State College in Montclair. This summer JCC Big Idea Hi-Tech Camp www.Facebook.com/BounceUParamus/
it is celebrating its 12th year. Learn from the pros. Meet Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
sports celebrities, make play-by-play, sports anchor, and
424 Market Street
Taub Campus Nanuet, NY
reporting tapes. Participate in mock sports talk radio 411 E. Clinton Ave. 845-623-5400
and PTI-style shows, and much more. Please see our ad Tenafly, NJ 07670 www.BounceU.com/nanuet-ny
on page 15. Phone: 201-567-8963 www.Facebook.com/BounceUNanuet/
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps Create and Bounce Art Camp
International Chess Academy Grades 38
354 Rock Rd., Mon.Fri., June 26August18 A little bit of exercise goes a long way toward inspir-
Glen Rock, NJ 07452 9 a.m.4 p.m. (2 week sessions ing your artists minds. BounceUs Create and Bounce
Phone: 201-797-0330 available) program gives kids a chance to enjoy physical activity
and creative time in equal doses, offering an experience
Design your future at our innovative tech camp. BIG

ART
thats healthy, mentally engaging and seriously fun.
IDEA is a perfect mix of cutting-edge tech workshops
Complete with lunch, snacks, and games, its a one-of-
and outdoor summer fun. Campers get to focus on spe-

Lessons
Art of Excellence Studio
cial projects, including robotics, digital photography,
coding, 3D modeling, DJ, film production and even fash-
ion, all taught in hands-on workshops by professional in-
a-kind camp experience theyll never forget. Please see
our ad on page 10.
Cresskill Performing Arts
Unlock your Creativity with Classes in Drawing and Watercolor structors from Israel and the US. Curriculum developed 300 Knickerbocker Rd., Suite 1100
Structured Lessons Relaxed Atmosphere Fabulous Results! by BIG IDEA, the leaders of tech education in Israel. All Cresskill, NJ 07626
Age 7 to Adult - All levels of ability JCC specialty camps offer an all-inclusive package that Phone: 201-390-7513
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and towel service. and 201-266-8830
Art Portfolio Preparation Available
Campers also have access to transportation and extend- www.cresskillperformingarts.com
ARTS & CRAFTS CAMPS FOR KIDS THIS SUMMER! ed care services. JCC membership is not required. Ages: Toddlersadults (studio)
Artist, Rina Goldhagen 201-248-4779 Ages: 3teens (camp program)
JCC Science Camp
www.artofexcellencestudio.com Born to Perform April Break Camp is April 10 - 14. Half
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus day and full day camp available. Dancing, acting, sing-
411 E. Clinton Ave. ing, arts & crafts, gymnastics, silks & hammocks & Iyra,
Gymnastics Jazz Creative Legos Tenafly, NJ 07670 creative Legos, and more. Also, a special Ballet Camp in
Fencing Princess Dance and more age 2-1/2 to adults
Dance Acting Musical Theater Voice Choreography

Phone: 201-567-8963 April, which can be done with Born to Perform Camp or

C www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 36
separately. Be productive, busy, happy and challenged
during the school break. Born to Perform Summer
P A Mon.Fri., July 10August 4
9 a.m.4 p.m. (weekly options available)
Camp: 3 programs, 9 weeks, ages 3 - teens. Preschool
Performers. Creative Children Preteen/Teen Exploring
300 Knickerbocker Rd Cresskill Explore the world of STEAMscience, technology, engi- Arts come for one or two weeks or all summer. June 26
neering, arts, and mathematics. Each week experienced August 25. Early drop-off/late pick-ups helps working
REGISTER NOW science teachers will facilitate a challenging and innova- parents, too. Early registration discount, call 201-390-
tive program using hands on experiments, projects, and 7513 for details. Please see our ad on page 12.
lots of FUN! All JCC specialty camps offer an all-inclusive JCC Fine Arts Camp
package that includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
towel service. Campers also have access to transporta- Taub Campus
tion and extended care services. JCC membership is re- 411 E. Clinton Ave.
quired for children in grade 3 through age 10 Tenafly, NJ
ARTS, PERFORMANCE AND MUSIC CAMPS Phone: 201-567-8963
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Art of Excellent Studio Grades 3-6
Artist, Rina Goldhagen Mon.Fri., June 26August 18
Dates: Summer, 2017 9 a.m.4 p.m. (weekly options available)
Ages 7Adult Get creative and have a blast at Fine Arts Camp! Each
201-248-4779 week campers focus on a different, exciting project that
www.artofexcellencestudio.com will incorporate new art skills, methodology and medi-
Themed Arts and Craft camps available this summer. ums. Each session also features a visiting artist who will
You can email inquiries to artofexcellencestudio@gmail. teach a hands-on workshop in their craft. All JCC spe-
com. Ongoing lessons and portfolio classes available. cialty camps offer an all-inclusive package that includes
Born to Perform April Break Camp Unlock your creative with classes in drawing and water- lunch, snacks, daily swim and towel service. Campers
and NEW! "Sleeping Beauty" color. Please see our ad on page 12 also have access to transportation and extended care
Ballet Intensive services. JCC membership is required for children in
April 1014 The Performing Arts School Musical Theater grade 3 through age 10.
Summer Performing Arts Camp Summer Camp
1 Depot Square JCC Center Stage Camp
June 26August 25 2016 Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Age 3 - Teens Englewood, NJ 07631
Phone: 201-482-8194 Taub Campus
Early Registration Discount READERS 411 E. Clinton Ave. Tenafly, NJ 07607
CHOICE Fax: 201-482-8391
Call for Details www.bergenpac.org/summer Phone: 201-408-1493
FIRST PLACE www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
201-390-7513 201-266-8830 Ages: 512
Session Dates: Session 1: July 3July 21, 2017 (off for Grades 49
studio-info@cresskillperformingarts.com July 4) Orientation/placement: June 25
www.cresskillperformingarts.com Session 2: July 31August 18, 2017 Mon.Fri., June 26-July 14
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This performing experience for beginner/
TO
intermediate and advanced actors, cen-
ters on Anything Goes and More, a high-
ly-entertaining and funny Broadway-style
musical, with sets, costumes, challenging
dialogue, big musical numbers and solos,
plus workshops in acting, movement,
singing and improv. Concludes with an
incredible high-level final production. All
JCC specialty camps offer an all-inclusive
package that includes lunch, snacks, dai-
ly swim and towel service. Campers also
have access to transportation and ex-
tended care services. JCC membership is
required for campers in grade 3 through
age 10.
JCC Broadway Performance Intensive
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1493
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 5-10
Orientation/placement: July 16
Mon.Fri., July 1728
9 a.m.4 p.m.
An exciting musical theater program for
intermediate/advanced students that
provides individualized attention to bet-
ter develop talent and increase skill level
in singing, acting, comedy and musical
theater movement. Led by well-known
Broadway musical director Joe Baker and
his NYC colleagues. Culminates with two,
big cabaret-style performances featuring
solos and numbers from Broadway mu-
2017
June 26
HOUSE: Sun.,
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sicals, comedy skits, short scenes and
popular rock songs. Interview/audition
required. All JCC specialty camps offer an
all-inclusive package that includes lunch,
snacks, daily swim and towel service.
Campers also have access to transpor-
tation and extended care services. . JCC
membership is required for campers in
grade 5 through age 10.
JCC Comedy Theater Camp:
Improvisation & Short Acts
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1493
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 3-6
Mon.Fri., July 31-August 18
(weekly options available)
9 a.m.4 p.m.
Theater games, funny shows, stand-up
comedy. Create your own sketches and
play great characters in short acts cho-
sen by the instructor. Learn cool comic
skills for dealing with sticky situations,
act out your favorite jokes. Become a
confident actor and performer. Led by
a master comic actor from Broadway,
who has been the voice of so many funny
commercials and prize-winning video
games. All JCC specialty camps offer an
all-inclusive package that includes lunch,
snacks, daily swim and towel service.
Campers also have access to transpor-
tation and extended care services. JCC
membership is required for campers in
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435 Lydecker Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
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explorations@elisabethmorrow.org
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grade 5 through age 10. tivities! Our week includes dance classes
in Ballet, Hip Hop, and Tap! In addition,
JCC Dance Intensive the children enjoy arts and crafts, play-
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps ground time, splashing in the waterpark
Taub Campus and rest/video time. Our teachers are ex-
411 E. Clinton Ave. perienced dance teachers with a warm,
Tenafly, NJ 07607 caring approach in the classroom. Ex-
Phone: 201-408-1495 tended care available until 6 pm upon
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
request. August session includes lunch,
Grades 310
snack and access to transportation. JCC
Mon.Fri., July 31August 11
membership is required.
9 a.m.4 p.m.
Enjoy two weeks of dance technique that JCC Dance Mini-Camp
explores all the latest crazes and new Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
dance forms. Students take sessions in Taub Campus
ballet, jazz, and hip-hop each day, while 411 E. Clinton Ave.
working toward an end-of-camp dance Tenafly, NJ 07607
performance on stage and in costume! Phone: 201-408-1495
Improve skill level, build strength, and www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
gain more flexibility while having a great Ages 68
time! All JCC specialty camps offer an all- Mon.Fri., August 2125
inclusive package that includes lunch, 9 a.m.4 p.m.
snacks, daily swim and towel service. A fun filled day of dance and camp activi-
Campers also have access to transpor- ties! Students take class in Ballet, Jazz,
tation and extended care services. JCC and Hip Hop each morning! Improve your
membership is required for campers in skill level, build strength, and gain flex-
grade 3 through age 10. ibility while having a great time! In addi-
tion, the children enjoy arts and crafts,
JCC Little Dancers Mini-Camp playground time, recreational swim, and
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades camp activities. Our teachers are experi-
Taub Campus enced dance teachers with a warm, car-
411 E. Clinton Ave. ing approach in the classroom. Lunch,
Tenafly, NJ 07607 Snack and towel service included. Camp-
Phone: 201-408-1495 ers also have access to transportation
www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
and extended care services. JCC mem-
Ages 35
bership is required.
Mon.Fri., June 1223 & August 2125
9 a.m.4 p.m.
A fun filled day of dance and camp ac-
Eight
Monday weeks!
June
Friday Au 26, 2017 -
gust 18,
2017
OUR MISSION:
Camp Kef is committed to providing a welcoming and engaging Orthodox summer day camp experience for children ages 2.5 - 9.
Our program is a balance of organized and structured activities, creativity, and free play in a safe and nurturing environment. Our mission is
to enable campers to discover hidden talents and strengths and to grow their self-confidence and self-esteem in an environment of Torah,
mitzvot, middot, and Ahavat Yisrael. Our campers will develop lasting relationships with peers and adults alike!
Our Facilities:
2017 CAMP PRICING beautiful, fully enclosed outdoor playground
CAMP KEF large, indoor air-conditioned play area
full-size, regulation gym
Toddler - Pre-K - $2000 plus free pizza bright, fully equipped, air-conditioned classrooms
Kindergarten - $2400 plus free pizza HOURS:
Includ 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. M-TH
e
a wee s
MAALOT DIVISION
kly 9:00 A.M - 3:00 P.M. FRIDAYS
trip! Extended Day:
1st - 4th Grades - $2500 plus free pizza 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
NEW!!!!! Register online at: & August 1st (Tisha B'Av)
http://mytads.com/a/bpycampkef Optional bus service
201-845-5007 ext. 37 campkef@benporatyosef.org
Call or e-mail with any questions or to set up a tour of our facility
Location: Ben Porat Yosef, East 243 Frisch Court Paramus, New Jersey 07652
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players and pianists, based on auditions,

JCC Chamber Music Camp
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1465
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 312
Mon.Fri., June 2630
9 a.m.4 p.m.
The JCC Thurnauer School of Musics
Chamber Music Camp brings together tal-
ented young musicians and an acclaimed
faculty of artists and educators to experi-
ence the joys of ensemble playing in an
atmosphere of success and enjoyment.
The camp accepts a select group of string
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interviews and recommendations. Stu-
dents are divided into ensembles accord-
ing to age and skill level. All JCC specialty
camps offer an all-inclusive package that
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and
towel service. Campers also have access
to transportation and extended care ser-
vices. JCC membership is not required.
JCC Musical Explorers Mini-Camp
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1465
www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
Ages 3-5
Mon.Fri., August 2125
TO SUMMER CAMPS
9 a.m.4 p.m.
Summer is a time to create, explore and
play. Children in our camp are music in-
vestigators, discovering and building dif-
ferent instruments, learning to play the
drums, singing their favorite songs, and
using movement and games as a tool to
learn to read music! In addition to all of
our musical discoveries, our young ex-
plorers will enjoy the water park, play-
ground, arts and crafts, rest time, lunch/
snack time. Professional early childhood
music teachers, and counselors who
sing, play percussion, violin, piano and
clarinet are some of the many teachers
your children will enjoy! This camp offers
an all-inclusive package that includes
Perfect for campers who like variety!
This camp focuses on building funda-
mentals across a variety of sports, for all
skill levels, in a relaxed and fun environ-
ment. Campers will love making use of all
the courts and fields the JCC has to offer,
while learning and improving their skills.
Includes performance training to build
strength, endurance and flexibility, which
increases productivity. All JCC specialty
camps offer an all-inclusive package that
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and
towel service. Campers also have access
to transportation and extended care ser-
vices. JCC membership is required.
JCC Basketball Camp
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps

WEIGHT LOSS CAMP

Taub Campus
lunch, snacks, daily swim and towel ser- 411 E. Clinton Ave.
vice. Campers also have access to trans- Tenafly, NJ 07607
portation and extended care services. Phone: 201-408-1476
JCC membership is not required. www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
I lost weight. JCC Teen Town Jazz Mini-Camp Grades 3-8
You can too! Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Mon.Fri., June 26September 1
Taub Campus (weekly options available)
411 E. Clinton Ave. 9 a.m.4 p.m.
Tenafly, NJ 07607 If you love basketbalthis camp is for
Lose 15-55 lbs. Nutrition & Cooking Classes
Phone: 201-408-1465 you! Our JCC basketball professionals
Trusted for 49 years Cognitive Behavioral Therapy bring their love of the game and incom-
www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
Safe & Supervised Fun, Friends, Happiness
Glatt

Grades 612 parable coaching skills to teach and en-

Ages 7-17 and 18-25 Beautiful Grounds Mon.Fri., August 2125 hance your campers skills at every level.

Delicious Kosher Food (914) 271-4141 9 a.m.4 p.m.

Optional Glatt Kosher & Cholov Yisroel meals under
the supervision of Rabbi Zushe Blech of Monsey
Check Out Our ADULT WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM
www.ShaneDietResorts.com
Dive deep into jazz in this fun and inten-
www.campshane.com sive one-week experience that includes
rehearsing and performing, as well as
learning about jazz history and theory.
Open to piano, bass, drums, trumpets,
trombones and saxophones. Audition re-
quired. This camp offers an all-inclusive
package that includes lunch, snacks,
daily swim and towel service. Campers
also have access to transportation and
extended care services. JCC membership
is not required.
Includes performance training to build
strength, endurance and flexibility, which
increases productivity. All JCC specialty
camps offer an all-inclusive package that
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and
towel service. Campers also have access
to transportation and extended care ser-
vices. JCC membership is required.
The Michelle Weiss Childrens
Tennis Camp
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.

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JCC FluteStars Mini-Camp
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1465
www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
Ages 35
Sun. & Mon., August 2728
9 a.m.4 p.m.
FluteStars Summer Intensive is for in-
termediate and advanced flutists. Daily
schedule includes master class-style pri-
vate lessons, private practice time with
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1476
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 38
Mon.Fri., June 26-September 1 (weekly
options available)
9 a.m.4 p.m.
Whether your camper has his/her sights
on the US Open or is just looking for
some time on the courts with friends
this camp will provide a swinging good
time. Campers will enhance their under-
standing of the game and build skills and
confidence through interactive games

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a practice coach, and large ensemble
rehearsals. Emphasis will be on devel-
opment of musical expression, beautiful
tone and refined technique. The rehears-
al schedule is mixed with free time for
REGISTER NOW FOR SPRING socializing and recreation. This exciting
workshop culminates with a final concert
in which flutists will perform their pol-
ished solos and a large group collabora-
tion on stage for family and friends. Audi-
tion is required. JCC membership is not
required.
SPORTS PROGRAMS/CAMPS
JCC Multi-Sport Camp
Part of Neil Klatskin Summer Camps
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
BLITZ TOURNAMENT MARCH 19 3 PM 6 PM Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1476
www.jccotp.org/specialty-camps
Grades 38
Mon.Fri., June 26September 1
(weekly options available)
9 a.m.4 p.m.
and drills, while also increasing strength,
endurance, and flexibility through per-
formance training. All JCC specialty
camps offer an all-inclusive package that
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and
towel service. Campers also have access
to transportation and extended care ser-
vices. JCC membership is required
JCC Marty Perlman Sports Mini-Camp
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07607
Phone: 201-408-1476
www.jccotp.org/children-mini-camps
Age 3Grade 8
Mon.Fri., August 21-September 1
(weekly options available)
9 a.m.4 p.m.
Build fundamental skills across a variety
of sports. This multi-sport camp utilizes
all the JCCs sports courts and fields and
ends each day in our beautiful outdoor
pool. Appropriate for all skill levels, a

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great way to learn and improve skills
SUMMER CAMPS
terview is required for any new camper.
in a relaxed and fun environment. This Full day and shorter day options avail-
camp offers an all-inclusive package that able. Half-day afternoon option avail-
includes lunch, snacks, daily swim and able for campers who attend 11-months
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1. The Jewish Center of Teaneck held a community-wide

Tu bShvat party. MICHAEL LAVES
2. The children at the Academies at Gerrard Berman Day
School are 100 days smarter. February 10 marked the
100th day of school at the academies. It was a day of
4 celebration and fun for the students. The Kaplan family
wore specially designed 100-Day shirts to mark the
occasion. COURTESY GBDS
3. The Friendship Circle recently held a series of sports
events at The Chabad Center of Passaic County for children
with special needs. The children, with the help of many
volunteers and two trained coaches, enjoyed different days
of fun. The focus was on balance, team playing, and ball
sports of all kinds, yoga, making new friends and having a
good time. COURTESY FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
4. Students of BCHSJS volunteered at Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jerseys Super Sunday. The students made
calls, for which they received training, and helped with filing
and sorting. For many, this was their first Super Sunday
and a great way to serve the community. Pictured: David
Stack, Walter Stack, Ben London, Evan Wertheim, Principal
Fred Nagler, Eila Brown, Miri Goodman, Lillie Vaks, Julia
Holzsager, Allyson Bernstein. COURTESY FEDERATION
5. All aboard! Temple Emanu-El in Closter heading for
Manhattan with a group of their teens for a trip to the
Intrepid with Rabbi Alex Freedman. COURTESY EMANU-EL
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CO M P I L E D BY H E I D I M A E B RAT T

Daniels Tiger Neighborhood

Live! at bergenPAC
The legacy of the beloved Mister Rogers lives on with the hit television series, Daniel Tigers
Neighborhood on PBS Kids. Now, Daniel and all of his friends are hopping aboard trol-
ley to delight theater audiences with Daniel Tigers Neighborhood Live! Donning his iconic
red sweater, Daniel takes the audience on an interactive musical adventure as he and his
friends explore the world of their Neighborhood of Make-Believe. Sunday, March 19. Shows
at 2 and 5:30 p.m. bergenPAC, 30 N. Van Brunt St., Englewood, 201-227-1030, www.
bergenpac.org.
Ancient City of
Shushan
Comes to Lego Life in Wayne
Lego building comes to Wayne for the first time this Purim as participants rec-
reate the ancient city of Shushan, where the Purim story took place. Guiding
the building with 70,000 pieces of Lego will be Lego guru, area archi-
tect Stephen Schwartz. The building extravaganza will take place, Saturday,
March 11 at Temple Beth Tikvah from 3 to 5 p.m. A Megillah reading follows.
Pizza and sundaes will be served afterwards. The cost is $36 a family. Temple
Beth Tikvah, 950 Preakness Ave., Wayne. RSVP by March1. For details,
randilondonyahoo.com

Look! Its a Plane!

No, Its a Bird!,. Yes, a Bird!
We hear the chirping, now lets watch the birds flying as spring brings our winged friends
home. The Teaneck Creek Conservancy, in partnership with Bergen County Audubon
Society, is launching the first Teaneck Creek Young Birders Club, a free outdoor, edu-
cational program for children 7 to 13 years. Its a chance to enjoy nature and learn the
basics of birding. The club starts Thursday, March 2 at 3:30 p.m. and will continue meet-
ing the first and third Thursday through June 15. Kids are not getting enough oppor-
tunities to engage with nature, said Alexa Marques, executive director of the Teaneck
Creek Conservancy. This program will get them outside and introduce them to birding.
Pre-registration is required. Teaneck Creek Conservancy Call 201-836-2403 or email
TCCinfoteaneckcreek.org.
Fly Me to the Moon
With The Paper Bag Players
Blast off with Trip to the Moon, the latest fun-filled production from The Paper Bag
Players. Delight in the groups classic blend of cardboard and paper sets, whimsi-
cal stories, lovable characters, and live music. Perfect for youngsters 3 to 8 years
old and their families. The show is scheduled for Sunday, March 19 from 2 to 3
p.m. at the Scheuer Auditorium. The Jewish Museum,1109 Fifth Ave., at 92 St.,
Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.thejewishmuseum.org.

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Deadline for April issue (published March 24):
verify details before you go. Tuesday, March 14

Saturday, February 25 Chicken Challenge. Steve Petra is a ventriloquist

Dragons and Self Defense: The Friendship Circle
with Special Dragons Martial Arts is providing an
exercise and self-defense series for special needs
students. 7 to 8 p.m. Chabad, 194 Ratzer Road,
Wayne. www.fcpassaiccounty.com.
Tot Shabbat in Glen Rock: Bring your nursery
school-aged children to a service at 10:45. a.m.
Dance with stuffed Torahs, make music and
stay for lunch. Glen Rock Jewish Center, 682
Harristown Road, Glen Rock. 201-652-6624,
office@grjc.org.
Kimmy Schwimmy at bergenPAC: Kimmy
Schwimmy brings her show to bergenPAC for a
performance aimed a young theatergoers. Her
songs use music as a canvas on which to teach
shapes, colors, letters, body parts, spatial rela-
tionships and other early childhood concepts.
1 and 3 p.m. bergenPAC, 30 N. Van Brunt St.,
Englewood, 201-227-1030, www.bergenpac.org.
Sunday, February 26
Shalom Sesame: Sponsored by Temple Beth
Rishon and the Jewish Federation of Northern NJ,
preschoolers can enjoy a morning of crafts, song
and snacks. Free. 585 Russell Ave., Wyckoff, 201-
891-4466, templeoffice@bethrishon.org.
Friday, March 3
The Shabbat Project: Congregation Bnai Jacob
will be hosting Jewish millennials (professonals,
singles, couples and their friends in their 20s and
30s, to enjoy food conversation and celebration.
176 West Side Ave., Jersey City, 201-435-5725.
Temple Emeth Family Service: Join in worship
with the whole family at Shabbat services at
7:30 p.m. Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road,
Teaneck. 201-833-1322, www.emeth.org.
Saturday, March 4
Steve Petra at bergenPAC: Steve Petras Animal
Games takes the stage. Get ready for Extreme
Pickle Balancing, Champion Banana Wrestling,
Coat Hanger Tug Of War, and the Ultimate
See Sunday, March 12, The Pop Ups Concert
and puppeteer. Shows at 1 and 3 p.m. bergen-
PAC, 30 N. Van Brunt St., Englewood, 201-227-
1030, www.bergenpac.org.
Go with the Glow: Go Saturday for 5th, 6th and
7th graders, sponsored by the YJCC of Bergen
County will hold its fun tween night at Glow from
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 145 Hopper Ave., Waldwick.
There will be games, music and snacks available.
$25. For more information, 201-666-6610.
Saturday, March 11
Purim Carnival and Caf: Children of all ages
are welcome to see Temple Emeths Religious
School perform, I am Esther, at 6:30 p.m.
Purim services and Megillah reading at 7.
The Purim carnival and caf follows at 8 p.m.
Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck.
201-833-1322.
Giant Lego Building in Wayne: Join archi-
tect Stephen Schwartz who will guide a giant
Lego building 70,000 pieces! to recreate
the ancient city of Shushan. From 3 to 5 p.m.
Megillah reading will take place following at 5
p.m. Pizza and ice cream sundaes will be served
after the reading. $36 per family. Temple Beth
Tikvah, 950 Preakness Ave., Wayne. 201-391-
0801 ext. 10, randilondon@yahoo.com.
Purim in Pascack Valley: Join the Megillah read-
ing at 7 p.m. at Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
Valley. Following the reading, adults are invited
for food and wine. RSVP to gail@tepv.org. Temple
Emanuel of the Pascack Valley, 87 Overlook
Drive, Woodcliff Lake. 201-978-8822.
Sunday, March 12
Beach Party Purim in Pascack Valley: All pre-
school to adults are invited to hear Megillah at
10 a.m. Come in shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops. There
will be a carnival, games, rides and food. . Temple
Emanuel of the Pascack Valley, 87 Overlook
Drive, Woodcliff Lake. 201-978-8822.
Family Purim Carnival at Kaplen JCC: Bring
your children in their favorite Purim costume
See Sunday, March 12, Family Purim Carnival at Kaplen JCC
to the Ruback Family Purim Carnival for bounce
houses, slides, games, prizes and more. 1 to 4
p.m. $1 entrance donation for Center for Food
Action. $25 for 30 tickets. JCC on the Palisades,
411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly. 201-408-1485, www.
jccontp.org.
The Pop Ups Concert: Catch the high energy
of The Pop Ups as they take the stage with
an action-packed multimedia extravaganza.
Experience drawing with sound, hilarious puppets
and an epic costume party just in time for Purim!
11:30 a.m. The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave. at
92 St., Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.thejew-
ishmuseum.org.
Purim at Temple Beth Rishon: 11 a.m. Open to
all families ($18 kids, $10 adults, $45 per family)
for fun with laser tag, game truck, carnival games,
photo booth, amazing inflatable with face painters
and arts and crafts. Food available. 585 Russell
Ave., Wyckoff, 201-891-4466, templeoffice@
bethrishon.org.
Purim Shpiel/Carnival at Bnai Israel:
Congregation Bnai Israel celebrates Purim with
its annual shpiel and megillah reading from 9:30
to 10:30 a.m. followed by its annual carnival from
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Congregation Bnai
Israel, 53 Palisade Ave., Emerson. 201-265-2272,
office@bisrael.com.
Purim at the Stadium: Purim will be celebrated
in a sports kind of way at 5 p.m. at the Regency
House, Hotel and Suites, 140 State Route 23,
Pompton Plains. Hoop Wizard famous from the
Harlem Globetrotters will provide the entertain-
ment and a dinner will be a stadium-style buffet.
Reservation at jewishwayne.com, 973-694-6274.
Friday, March 17
Temple Emeth Musical Shabbat: Join in as Rabbi
Steven Sirbu, Cantor Ellen Tilem and the Temple
Emeth band celebrate Shabbat through song
and dance. Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road,
Teaneck. 201-833-1322, www.emeth.org.
Sunday, March 19
Fly Me to the Moon: The Paper Bag Players
present Trip to the Moon, in the groups clas-
sic blend of paper sets and whimsical stories.
2 p.m. The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave.
at 92 St., Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.
thejewishmuseum.org.
Dragons and Self Defense: The Friendship Circle
with Special Dragons Martial Arts is providing an
exercise and self-defense series for special needs
students. 4 to 5 p.m. p.m. Chabad, 194 Ratzer
Road, Wayne. www.fcpassaiccounty.com.
Wednesday, March 22
Spring Fling at Temple Beth Rishon: Jumpin
Jamie to Temple Beth Rishon for an afternoon
preschool family event. $18 per child. For young-
sters 2 to 5 years old. 585 Russell Ave., Wyckoff,
201-891-4466, templeoffice@bethrishon.org.
Friday, March 24
Family Service and Dinner at Temple Beth
Rison: Family celebration starts at 6:15 p.m. with
a short service followed by a kosher dinner in the
preschool wing. No fee. 585 Russell Ave., Wyckoff,
201-891-4466, templeoffice@bethrishon.org.
Tot Shabbat at Temple Beth El: Temple Beth El
of Northern Valley hosts a Tot Shabbat from 5:15
to 6:15 p.m. Blessings, singing and a story will
be followed by a Passover-themed craft project.
For children 5 and older. Temple Beth El, 221
Schraalendburg Road, Closter. 201-768-2195,
www.tbenv.org.
Sunday, March 26
Chocolate Seder at Bnai Israel: Congregation
Bnai Israel hosts a chocolate seder for 6th
through 8th graders from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The
mock chocolate Passover seder is part of the
Kadima Youth Group collaborative program-
ming. Free for Kadima members; $5 for oth-
ers. Congregation Bnai Israel, 53 Palisade Ave.,
Emerson. RSVP by March 22 to Shira Goldstein,
sgoldstein621@gmail.com.
Friday, March 31
Shabbat Yachad: Temple Emanuel of the
Pascack Valley holds its Shabbat Yachad at 8 p.m.
with music and singing and more. Cantor emeritus
Mark Biddelman joins with Rabbi Loren Monsov,
Cantor Alan Sokoloff and others. 87 Overlook
Drive, Woodcliff Lake. 201-391-0801.

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From left, Dr. Jorge Amor, pediatrician, Chilton Medical Center; Amy Hershman, Chilton Medical
Center Foundation trustee and chair of the hospitals Major Gift Initiative; Stephanie Schwartz,
president, Chilton Medical Center; Dr. Phil Devadan, pediatrician, Chilton Medical Center; Dr. Javier
Lugo, pediatrician, Chilton Medical Center; and Joan Beloff, chief development officer, Chilton
Medical Center Foundation.
Chilton Breaks Ground on
New Childrens Center
Atlantic Health Systems Chilton Medi-
cal Center kicked off construction of a $4
million Childrens Center at its Pompton
Plains campus.
The planned 4,500-square foot cen-
ter, expected to be completed later this
year, will be the first of its kind in north-
ern New Jersey.
The Childrens Center will pioneer a
new model of pediatric care by combin-
ing emergency services and inpatient
care, all in one state-of-the-art facility lo-
cated within the hospital.
Jersey City Synagogue Launches Sunday School
H E I D I M A E B RAT T
If you build it, they will come. That was
the vision of the main character played
by the charismatic actor, Kevin Costner,
in the 1989 movie, Field of Dreams who
sees a baseball field where there is a
cornfield.
Well, its 2017, and another charis-
matic figure, Rabbi Aaron Katz, has his
own Field of Dreams. Rabbi Katz wants
to serve and bring the Jews of Hudson
County to Congregation Bnai Jacob, a
contemporary egalitarian synagogue.
To that end, he is launching several new
programs and initiatives.
On Friday, March 3, Congregation
Bnai Jacob will host a Shabbat Millen-
nial, an event for professional, singles,
couples and their friends in their 20s to
40s, for an evening of shmooze and food.
On the first Saturday of the month,
March 4, the shul will host its Shabbat
Family Service from 10 to 11 a.m. fol-
lowed by a kiddish,
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The Childrens Center will feature
child-friendly private inpatient rooms
with sleeping accommodations for
parents or caregivers, a family and pa-
tient lounge, toys, books, videos and
a playroom. A team of doctors and
nurses specializing in pediatrics and
pediatric emergency medicine will be
on hand 24 hours a day, seven days a
week. Creative arts, music therapy and
child life programs will supplement
treatment to help foster healing and
reduce anxiety.
And on Sunday, March 5, Congrega-
tion Bnai Jacob will start its new Reli-
gious School program.
If we can create an environment
that would give the parents the pos-
sibility of being connected Jewishly,
the synagogue would be able to attract
more people, said Rabbi Katz, who took
the helm in July. The big challenge is to
bring people to this place.
About 40 new families worshipped
at Bnai Jacob during the high holidays,
the rabbi said. People are coming back
to Jersey City.
The Sunday Religious School will
meet from 10 to noon and accommodate
students from kindergarten, through bar
and bat mitzvah age. Rabbi Katz added
that he is already preparing two boys
and one girl for their bnei mitzvahs.
Congregation Bnai Jacob, located at
176 West Side Ave., offers a Lunch and
Learn program and Judaism 101 in Span-
ish. Call 201-435-5725 or www.bnaijacob.
com.
B'nai mitzvah
EMILY KAI BURNS JACOB CHARNOW LINDSAY FLEISHMAN
Emily Kai Burns of Hillsdale, Jacob Charnow, son of Lindsay Fleishman, daugh-
daughter of Elise Burns and Jennifer and Sean Charnow ter of Melissa and Cory
Scott Burns and sister of of Woodcliff Lake and brother Fleishman of Woodcliff Lake
Ethan, 17, celebrated becom-
ing a bat mitzvah on February
of Madeline, 8, celebrated
becoming a bar mitzvah
and sister of Jillian, 11, cel-
ebrated becoming a bat mitz-
4 at Temple Emanuel in on February 11 at Temple vah on January 28 at Temple
Woodcliff Lake. Emanuel in Woodcliff Lake. Emanuel in Woodcliff Lake.
Send us your simchas! CORINNE ROBAK
Corinne Robak, daughter
We welcome simcha announcements for births and bnei mitzvah.
of Heidi and John Robak of
Announcements are subject to editing. There is a $10 charge for
Pequannock, and sister of
photos. Photos must be high resolution jpg files.
Alexandra, 17, celebrated
Call (201) 837-8818 for information. becoming a bat mitzvah on
on December 3, at Barnert
Send to pr@jewishmediagroup.com or mail to NJ Jewish Media
Temple in Franklin Lakes.
Group, ATT: Simchas 1086 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
If a photograph is to be returned, include a SASE.
PARTY
Include:
1 hours of skating (during public session)
Private decorated party room
Off ice party attendant
Skate rental
Invitations for party guests
Pizza and soda
Personalized Carvel ice cream cake
Favors and candy
FREE skating pass for future use
Birthday child receives FREE Ice Vault T shirt
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