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ositive psychology, also known as According to the three pillars of posi- difficult situation is their choice. Once
the science of happiness, is all the tive psychology, however, a state of happi- we’ve modeled positive thinking in their
rage lately. Developed by Martin ness can in fact be achieved; if we focus on developing years, being positive or nega-
Seligman in 2002, it recently became the satisfaction with the past, contentment in tive is entirely up to them.
most popular course offered at Harvard. the present, and optimism for the future, On the flip side, focusing on short-
Twice a week, 900 students packed into joyfulness and serenity will follow. comings and weaknesses will affect our
Tal Ben-Shahar’s lecture hall to learn how I recently learned something simi- thoughts and behavior negatively. (“It’s
to get happy. Based on research from the lar from Rebbetzin Chana Reichman in too hard. I’m going to fail.”) Thus it’s im-
emerging field of positive psychology, a beautiful d’var Torah she shared; the portant to teach our children the tech-
Ben-Shahar concentrated on what makes middle two letters of the Hebrew word nique of positive self-talk to direct their
people happy, rather than on their limita- sameach, which means happy — the letters thoughts towards a positive outcome.
tions and pathologies. The course he was mem and chet — are the Hebrew word for (Self-talk is simply talking to yourself.
teaching is consistent with what the sages brain. When we instruct our brains to act It’s the inner speech in which we engage
tell us to do in the month of Adar. When in accordance with our wishes, we really Dr. Tani Foger in all the time.) If we focus on the posi-
Adar arrives, they say, we should increase can experience greater joy and happi- tive, it will shape our thinking and impact
our joy. ness. Accordingly, when we make a con- can make a mindful effort to achieve daily. our behavior positively. (“If I relax, I can
So how do we do that? scious decision to be enthusiastic, when The trend in positive psychology is do better. I can handle this.”) In his book,
Every year as Purim approaches, and we chose to see a cup half full, when we frequently to ask “What’s good in my “Positive Self-Talk for Children,” Douglas
the Hebrew calendar changes from She- opt to look at the positive in a situation, life right now?” This question automati- Bloch emphasizes that children can be
vat to Adar, I ask myself how we can be it makes a difference in our overall mood cally focuses us on the positive, on our taught to have an optimistic view of prob-
commanded to be joyful. That sounds like and outlook. Happiness and “joy, there- strengths and advantages, as a spring- lem solving by learning positive self-talk,
a tall order, if not an outright impossible fore, are not something we feel automati- board for looking at our life, rather than such as “I can handle difficulties.” Then
task. Perhaps we can be coaxed to feel cally all the time, but rather something we using our shortcomings and failings as a later, when confronted with a challenge,
point of departure. a child will tell herself, “I can find a solu-
As adults, we come to realize that life tion for this. I’ll keep trying.” As a result
YOUR CHILD needs special education. can be challenging at times, yet we learn of an internal dialogue filled with positive
that what defines us are not the challeng- coping statements, a child is more likely
You want her to have a Jewish education. es we face, but rather how we meet those to persevere.
You want him to be included. challenges. We all know people who seem
blessed with a more positive attitude than
others, who seem to take any challenges
life presents them in stride. Clearly facing
challenges with a positive attitude makes
it easier to navigate a difficult road. That How can we
be commanded
would seem to be the lesson and the gift
of Adar. It’s also an essential life lesson to
to be joyful?
model for our children.
In a world peppered with natural
disasters, violence, and human suffer-
ing, having a positive attitude may not
alter the facts, but it can help make the
intolerable more tolerable, and life more
manageable. Although we can’t control
many of life’s events, we can teach our
children that they can control their reac- Thinking positively can become a
tions to them. way of life for all of us if we approach
INCLUSION by DESIGN
® Children generally are very aware of these suggestions with intentionality
their parents’ attitudes, and they tend to and mindfulness. The month of Adar is a
be good imitators of their parents’ be- great time to start to incorporate positive
liefs and feelings. Good moods, like bad thinking and positive psychology into our
Serving Children with a Broad range of SpeCial needS
moods, are contagious. Therefore, it’s repertoire, particularly because our sages
important to consider how we behave mandate us now to increase our joy. May
Special education uniquely integrated within Jewish Day Schools in front of our children, since they most we all merit a positive attitude no matter
probably will copy our habits and imitate what the circumstances. I wish everyone a
• Individualization • Educational excellence our coping strategies for years to come. wonderful month of increased joy.
• Meeting each child’s academic, social, and emotional needs If children learn to develop a positive at-
titude when they are young, it becomes Tani Foger Ed.D of Englewood, a psychologist
Elementary Schools n High Schools n Adult Services
second nature for them to employ positive and educational consultant, is the founder of
thinking. Later on in life, positive thinking Let’s Talk Workshops. She and her husband, Soli,
www.sinaischools.org/js • 201-833-1134 can alleviate many of the pressures con- an architect, are the parents of four sons.
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he dream of having a family a history of testicular surgery or trauma,
sometimes eludes a couple when experience sexual dysfunction, or have a
getting pregnant becomes a chal- history of subfertility with a prior partner.
lenge. There are an estimated1-in-10 cou- With the above being said, if couples are
ples in the United States who are facing unsure when they have tried for enough
infertility issues. For a variety of reasons, time, we never mind couples coming in for
many women are choosing to postpone consultation, and we can determine if it
childbearing until they are in their 30s or appropriate to initiate a workup.
40s, but the biological clock waits for no AOC: What services are offered at
one. The rate of infertility increases with The Valley Hospital Fertility Center?
maternal age. Experts said about one- Dr. Greenseid: The Valley Hospital
third of infertility is attributed to the fe- Fertility Center is a full-service fertility
male partner; one-third to the male part- center. We begin with initial consulta-
ner; and one-third to a combination of tions and diagnostic workups. We offer
issues in both partners or is unexplained. intrauterine insemination, in vitro fertil-
The Valley Hospital Fertility Center in ization, preimplantation genetic testing,
Paramus, which includes Drs. Ali Nasseri, ovum donation, sperm donation, gesta-
medical director; Dehan Chen, associate tional carrier use, and much more, includ-
clinical director, and Keri L. Greenseid, ing overall support through this difficult The physicians of The Valley Hospital Fertility Center in Paramus, from left, Dr. Ali Nasseri, Dr. Keri
helps couples make their dreams come process. Greenseid, and Dr. Dehan Chen.
true to become families with children. AOC: When standard infertility
About Our Children turned to Dr. treatments have failed, what are the other
Greenseid to learn more about the matter.
AOC: When should a woman consult
options for women?
Dr. Greenseid: This is truly an individ-
Hours by Appointment (201) 384-0300
a fertility specialist? ual case-by-case answer. It will depend
Dr. Greenseid: If a woman is under on the background infertility diagnosis
age 35, she should see a fertility specialist and why we think certain treatments are
evaluation after1 year of unprotected in- failing.
tercourse without conception. If a woman AOC: Is there anything else that you
is age 35 or older, she should see a fertil-
ity specialist evaluation after 6 months of
would like to add?
Dr. Greenseid: We are here to provide
Howard M. Friedman, M.D.
unprotected intercourse without concep- patients the opportunity to achieve their Christopher Weiss, D.O.
tion. Reasons to seek a workup sooner dream of a family. We hope the hard-
may include: suspicion that a woman is est part of their journey is just getting Shana M. Kaye, M.D.
Margaret M. Love, M.D.
not ovulating, women at risk for prema- to us, and once here, we hope to provide
ture ovarian failure or early menopause, confidence, support, reassurance, and
history of endometriosis or concern for outstanding medical care to help them
tubal or uterine disease, or if the couple achieve their dreams. Early Sick Call now
for your camp
is concerned their offspring may be at ge- Visits & school
netic risk based on their background or Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our
family history. Reasons to seek a workup Children. Available! physicals!
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1 magician, tons of giveaways he birth of a baby has to be the most exciting time
Checkup Parties fill up quickly for a family. It can also be overwhelming espe-
so call today to make sure
your family is included!
cially for first-time parents who do not have the
experience in caring for newborns.
See our video on YouTube
There are hundreds of manuals, reference books, and
Richard S. Gertler, DMD, FAGD internet information that detail how best to care for a new-
Ari Frohlich, DMD
Sami Solaimanzadeh, DMD born in the first few weeks of life and during infancy. Even
Disney has published a two-volume encyclopedia on baby
and childcare, which is actually quite a good reference set. contrary, vaccinations have proven to be an important
The following, however, is a list of recommendations method in protecting your newborn from many infant
that I think will ensure excellent care for newborns and and childhood diseases. These vaccinations should con-
infants and at the same time alleviate some of the fears tinue throughout infancy and childhood.
parents may have that they are not doing all they should 5. Keep follow-up appointments with your pediatri-
1008 Teaneck Road • Teaneck
in caring for their newborn. cian. Your first appointment with the pediatrician is criti-
201.837.3000 1. Select a hospital or birth center that is designated cal and should be made within the first week of life for
www.teaneckdentist.com a Baby-Friendly facility. A list of facilities can be found your newborn. At your first visit, your physician will check
on babyfriendlyusa.org, along with information that is many things on your baby including the baby’s cord stump,
considered by many to be the “gold standard of care.” The which should be cleaned carefully with a cotton ball dipped
Maternity Center at Chilton Medical Center, for example, in alcohol and which should fall off naturally by itself in
is a designated a Baby-Friendly hospital. To obtain this about 10 days; your infant’s skin color and the possibility
designation, several criteria have to be met, including of jaundice which may require a bilirubin level; as well as a
having expert nursing staff that offer hands-on lessons in complete physical exam including the normal reflexes seen
feeding, bathing, and changing babies. This professional in newborns. At this visit, you will also have the opportu-
help is invaluable to parents especially when newborns nity to discuss feeding and sleeping patterns of your new-
room-in with mothers at a designated site, giving parents born. Subsequent routine pediatric visits are recommended
and babies an opportunity to establish a routine of care according to a schedule set forth by the American Academy
that can be carried over to home after discharge. of Pediatrics that usually occur at one month, two, four,
2. Breast-feed your baby. A huge part of the care rou- and six months, and at ages 9 and 12 months.
tine is the feeding of newborns, and a focus on the value of All things considered, parents will quickly discover the
Passover produced in the first few days after birth, has been shown
to have the right balance of fluids and nutrition that a new-
will require adjustments by parents in responding to their
newborn baby’s cues for care. For example, crying infants
Cookbooks born needs along with the protective immunity that only
breast milk provides. For these reasons, all mothers should
do not always need to be fed. They may be fatigued, may
need to have a diaper change, or may be uncomfortable in a
for Adults & Kids attempt to breastfeed their infants.
3. Pay attention to your baby’s weight changes.
certain position; or they may have a condition called reflux
associated with “newborn colic” which may need further
2 winners will be chosen from Whether one breast or bottle-feeds or uses some com- evaluation. A parent should not hesitate to call the pediatri-
all entries received by March 16, 2018 bination of both, a newborn needs to feed every few cian for advice or reassurance if this comes up.
hours for adequate nutrition and hydration. Since most No matter what the temperament of your newborn
Name __________________________________________ newborns may lose up to10 percent of their birth weight or how easy or difficult it is to care for your baby, par-
in the first few days after birth, which is mostly water ents should not hesitate to turn to family members and
Ages of Children __________________________________ weight loss, parents should check the adequacy of a ba- friends for help in the first few weeks after their baby is
Street __________________________________________ by’s oral intake by monitoring the frequency of wet and born. Providing the proper care for newborns is exhausting
City/State/Zip ____________________________________ soiled diapers. They also should make note of what the for parents who try to go it alone. Letting others help with
discharge weight is for the baby when leaving the birth dinners, laundry, shopping, etc. will give parents more time
Phone __________________________________________ facility. A newborn will usually regain their birth weight to spend with their newborn and enjoy the many rewards
Email ______________________________________ one to two weeks after birth, and should be monitored of watching their newborn develop.
by a pediatrician closely if this is not the case.
Mail to:
4. Vaccinate your baby. Before discharge from the Frank Briglia, M.D., is the medical director of The Children’s Center
Jewish Standard, 1086 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
facility where your baby is born, you should start the at Chilton Medical Center in Pompton Plains. Dr. Briglia has been
or fax to: 201-833-4959 by March 16, 2018.
vaccination schedule approved by the American Academy a practicing pediatrician for more than 30 years. He is a father
*By entering this contest you agree to have your name
of Pediatrics and have the Hepatitis B vaccine adminis- and has recently become a grandfather again to another beautiful
added to the Jewish Standard e-mail newsletter list.
tered at the time of birth. Despite media reports to the granddaughter.
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urim is right around the corner and it is one of our the newspaper, you may say, “Here is an article on the ef-
most joyous holidays. Along with all the revelry fects of drinking on your mind, what do you think about
comes drinking and often unsafe behavior ensues. what it says?” Temple Beth El of Northern Valley
Some parents are at a loss as to how to talk to their teens It is at those times that we can also ask our teens,
about drinking. But we need to find the way to do it. Not Nursery School
“What do your friends say about smoking, drugs, drink-
only for Purim, but all year long. ing?” “What plans do you and your friends have in place
221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter, NJ 07624
According to Rabbi Abraham Twerski, there is no if you are put into a difficult situation with drinking?”
201-768-3726 www.tbenv.org
mitzvah on Purim to drink irresponsibly. Rabbi Twer-
ski has been alerting the community of the increasing 4. Be your teens’ safety net
problem of alcohol abuse and marijuana smoking among Our children need to know that if they find themselves
Jewish adolescents. Due to the gravity of the problem he in a sticky situation they have a way out. It’s important
entreats parents to avoid encouraging intoxication. to tell your teens that if they are ever in trouble they can
Here are some ways to talk to your teens about drink- call you at any time of the day or night. Reassure them
ing and other unsafe behaviors on Purim and throughout that you will not be angry, just happy that they called you
the year. when they needed you. Purim continued on page 19
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wenty-five years ago, a group of
Jewish women in North Bergen
County saw a need, and formed
a grassroots organization that today has
100 women and their children participat-
ing. The JCO, that is the Jewish Communi-
ty Organization of North Bergen County,
is based in Upper Saddle River, Woodcliff
Lake, and environs, but volunteers its
woman and kid-power to agencies and
people throughout New Jersey.
On Friday, March 2, the JCO joins with
Make-A-Wish New Jersey in hosting a fun-
draiser at the Edgewood Country Club in
River Vale. This is the fifth year that the
JCO has partnered with Make-A-Wish New
Jersey in raising $10,000 to send a young-
ster on their dream trip. This year, the re-
cipient is a17-year-old Bergen County girl Board members of the Jewish Community Organization of North Bergen County.
who has a brain malformation. The teen-
ager is an animal lover, and especially loves membership, are holding their own bowl- busy. Each spring the Junior JCO gathers gift wishes for150 children at the Second
big felines. Her wish is to see the big cats ing fundraiser on March 9 at Montvale to prepare Passover bags for commu- Street Youth Center in Plainfield.
up close at Dade City Wild Things, a zoo in Lanes in Montvale. Less the cost of bowl- nity seniors. The bags are stuffed with On Mitzvah Day 2016, a group of JCO
Florida that offers guided safari tours and ing, all the money raised will go toward Passover staples, decorated by the kids members and their children volunteered
up-close encounters with its animals. the Make-A-Wish pot, said Ms. Ceslowitz. and delivered to the senior seder at the to help SafelyHome paint the interior of
“We are responsible for raising the “We really want to teach our children new YJCC. the Hackensack group home for the Alli-
funds to send these youngsters on the to give back and we start them early, long The JCO has also partnered with the ance Against Homelessness.
trip of their dreams,” said Stacy Ceslowitz, before they do their bar and bat mitzvah Healthbarn Foundation, Healing Meals, to And each spring, the JCO holds a
co-president of the JCO, along with Lisa projects,” she said. “We want to instill the prepare nutritious meals for children and Lemonade Stand and Food Truck Fest to
Halperin. values of giving back in our children.” their families with serious medical issues. help raise funds for pediatric cancer re-
“This is our single largest fundraiser The youngsters give back and then Each December, the JCO holds its search with the Junior JCO participating
of the year,” said Ms. Ceslowitz, a mother they get back. annual Chanukah party, to celebrate the by serving lemonade to the crowd. This
of two daughters, 8 and 9. This year for the first time, a young- holiday and thank its members and their year’s event will be held on May 2 from
But it’s not just the women who are ster will be recognized at the ladies children for their efforts in giving back to 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Lions Park, Upper
helping the teenager get to Florida. The luncheon. The JCO is awarding the JCO the community. In conjunction with the Saddle River.
Junior JCO, that is, the children of its Leadership in Community Award to Ben party, the JCO participates in NJ Cares’
Carter, a 13-year-old eighth-grader at Frosty Friends program. Through this gift- Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of
George G. White Middle School in Hills- giving program, last year the JCO fulfilled About Our Children.
dale for his tireless volunteer effort.
Said Robyn Carter, Ben’s mother and
a member of the JCO, “He is a stand-up
kid. He is always quick to volunteer and
to make a difference. It’s his nature. He’s a
Ma’ayanot ‘Geniuses’ to Help
doer and a helper.”
Among his many volunteer efforts,
Women in Community
Ben is a Big Brother, volunteers with se- Apple ain’t got nothing on these girls. eral computing. A pre-session will
niors at the Jewish Home in Rockleigh, is Women in the community are in- also be given by an HR professional
an assistant teacher at the Hebrew school vited to the second annual Genius Bar, and Ma’ayanot’s technology staff
at Temple Emanuel of Pascack Valley in a “reverse mentorship” program spon- about LinkedIn, Personal Branding,
Woodcliff Lake, and more. sored by Project Ezrah and Ma’ayanot Google Apps, and Advanced internet
Said Ben, “It makes me happy when I Yeshiva High School for Girls. Women resourcefulness.
help people.” eager to learn technology skills will be The Genius Bar Technology Men-
“The JCO is doing such good work,” paired with Ma’ayanot student men- torship for Women will take place
said Ms. Carter. “We’re very proud of tors who will work one-on-one to help March 5, 12, 19 ad 26 from 11:12 a.m. to
Ben and appreciate that he’s getting this them achieve their goals. The Genius 12:20 p.m. at Ma’ayanot, 1650 Palisade
award. We encourage other kids to take Bar, which is free, has several menu op- Ave., Teaneck . Sign up: https://goo.
the initiative as well.” tions from which to choose, including gl/66UQUN. More info: https://www.
Ben Carter, 13, feels happy when he’s helping The youngsters in JCO are kept pretty Google apps, Microsoft Office, graphic maayanot.org/event/genius-bar/ or con-
people. design, iMovie, social media and gen- tact rachelbookgmail.com.
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Gymnastics • Silks & Hammocks & Lyra 411 East Clinton Avenue weeks or all summer. June 25 – August 24. Early drop-off/late
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Dance • Acting • Musical Theater • Voice • Choreography
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Performing Arts Sessions: Monday-Friday, June 25 – August 17, 9 a.m. – 4
p.m. (two-week sessions available)
Dance Intensive (NKDC Specialty Camp)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
300 Knickerbocker Rd · Cresskill Design your future at our innovative tech camp. Big Idea is a Taub Campus
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All-inclusive, providing lunch, snacks, daily swim, and towel a.m. – 4 p.m. (two-week session)
service. Campers have access to transportation and extended Enjoy two weeks of dance technique that explores all the lat-
care services. JCC membership required for campers in grade est crazes and new dance forms. Students take sessions in bal-
three through age 10. let, jazz, and hip-hop each day, while working toward an end-
of-camp dance performance on stage and in costume. Improve
ARTS, PERFORMANCE AND MUSIC CAMPS skill level, build strength, and gain more flexibility while hav-
ing a great time. All-inclusive, providing lunch, snacks, daily
Art of Excellent Studio swim and towel service. Campers have access to transporta-
Artist, Rina Goldhagen tion and extended care services. JCC membership required for
Dates: Summer 2018 campers in grade 3 through age 10.
Ages 7 – Adult
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10 Nevins Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
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Grades: 3rd through 8th week sessions) sions) On Our Own
Sessions: Monday through Friday, June 25 –
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Young Adult Summer Camp
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sions) Taub Campus
love of the game and incomparable coach- on the courts with friends — this camp will
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camp focuses on building fundamentals skills at every level. Includes performance enhance their understanding of the game and Tenafly, NJ 07607
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will love making use of all the courts and inclusive, providing lunch, snacks, daily swim strength, endurance, and flexibility through
programs
fields the JCC has to offer, while learning and Transitions: ages 15 – 21, Monday through
and towel service. Campers have access to performance training. All-inclusive, providing
improving their skills. Includes performance Friday, June 25 – August 17
transportation and extended care services. lunch, snacks, daily swim and towel service.
training to build strength, endurance and Adults (ages 21+), June 25 – August 10
JCC membership required for campers in Campers have access to transportation and
flexibility, which increases productivity. All- 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
grade 3 through age 10. extended care services. JCC membership re-
inclusive, providing lunch, snacks, daily swim quired for campers in grade three through On Our Own is a life skills program for teens
and towel service. Campers have access to age 10. and young adults with intellectual and devel-
transportation and extended care services. opmental delays, including autism, who have
JCC membership required for campers in sufficient communication and self-help skills
SPECIAL NEEDS SUMMER PROGRAMS
grade three through age 10. to independently participate with a 1:4 staff-
Camp Haverim ing ratio. Participants gain the skills needed to
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades become self-sufficient in important activities
Taub Campus of daily living. Activities include a wide range
411 E. Clinton Ave. of socialization opportunities, community
Tenafly, NJ 07607 inclusion/instruction and trips, academic en-
richment, sports, swimming, music therapy,
Your Child’s
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Day Camp!
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autism and other intellectual, cognitive and participants must have an intake interview.
developmental delays, with sufficient com-
Therapeutic Nursery
munication and self-help skills, and attend 11
months of special schooling. Campers partici-
at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Four, Five, Six, Seven or Eight Week Sessions Available pate in a diverse full-day program, including Taub Campus
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all new campers. State funding and scholar- 9 through August 17. Monday through Friday,
ship assistance is available. JCC membership morning 9 –1:30 a.m., afternoon 12:30 – 3 p.m.
is not required. The Therapeutic Nursery is a developmental
language-based parent/child program for
Neil Klatskin Day Camp: Tikvah children ages 3–6 with a variety of develop-
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades mental difficulties, including language disor-
Tuition Includes: Wide Variety of Programs: Taub Campus ders, ADHD, high-functioning autism, social
411 E. Clinton Avenue and emotional challenges, as well as selec-
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music, adaptive physical education, both in- Sessions: July 10 through August 9,
building
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erything on their plate, dinnertime will be few: “I was worried and now I am angry. I these techniques we are modeling appro-
othing bothers parents more than far from peaceful. expect you to call when you are going to priate responses and thereby teaching our
losing it with their kids. How can Ask yourself: Are any of my expec- be late.” children ways to manage their own anger.
we control our tempers and par- tations of parenting too high and unat-
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annoyances that come along with raising
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This calendar is a day-by-day schedule of events. Although all information is as timely as we can make it, it’s a good idea to call to verify details before you go. Deadline for April issue:
Tuesday, March 20, published March 30,
Simchas
Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck. 6:25 Megillah reading. Music and enter- mascarade, Megillah reading and more.
201-833-1322, www.emeth.org. tainment by JAP food, games, costume Beginning at 6 p.m. Hilton Woodcliff
Rubach Family Purim Celebration parade. Prizes for best costume. $30 Lake, 200 Tice Boulevard, Woodcliff Lake.
at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades: per family. Congregation Bnai Yeshurun, RSVP: valleychabad.org/purim.
Moon bounce, slides, games, inflatable 641 W Englewood Avenue, Teaneck,
201-836-8916, www.bnaiyeshurun.org Thursday, March 1
photo booth, face painting, prizes, life-
size cartoon characters, snacks, a DJ, Shushan Street Purim in Closter: Purim Got Talent: Kids celebrate Purim
Israeli dancing, a Purim puppet show and Temple Beth El of Northern Valley and with Megillah reading, festive buffet
B’nai mitzvah sing-a-long (1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.), and Temple Beth Or invites the community dinner, mishloach manot and Kids Got
Talent Show, see website for more infor-
more from 1 to 4 p.m. Sensory-friendly to a Shushan Street Purim celebration
from 6:30 to 8 p.m. See the Purim story mation. $15 per person. More at door. Bris
on January 27 at Temple hour from noon to 1 p.m. available for
Avrohom, 30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue, Fair
Emanuel of the Pascack children with special needs. Suggested enacted by Temple Beth El and Temple
entrance donation, $1 per person to be Beth Or clergy and staff. Sing along to Lawn, 201-791-7200, www.jccnnj.org.
Valley in Woodcliff Lake. donated to the Center for Food Action. your favorite Sesame Street songs with Sunday, March 4
Ride and game tickets sold on $25 Purim lyrics. There will be a Megillah Magical Purim in Westwood: The
JAKE COHEN cards for 30 tickets. Food available for reading. Come in costume. Temple Beth Jewish Federation of Northern NJ and the
separate purchase, Kaplen JCC on the El, 221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter, 201- Bergen County Y are sponsoring a magic
Jake Cohen, son of Heather Palisades, 411 E. Clinton Avenue, Tenafly, 768-5112, www.tbenv.org performance by Magic Anthony, costume
Friedman and Randy Cohen 201-408-1485, www.jccotp.org. Dance and Sing with Heichal parade and crafts and food event from
of Ridgewood, celebrated Purim Carnival at JCCP/CBT: JCC of HaTorah: The entire community to dance 9:30 to 11 a.m. Westwood Recreation
becoming a bar mitzvah Paramus/Congregation Beth Tikvah and sing with the students and rabbis of Center, 55 Jefferson Avenue, Westwood.
on January 27 at Temple & Congregation Beth Tefillah present the yeshiva at our annual Purim chagiga $10 family donation and canned food item.
2018 Purim featuring a carnival from beginning at 8:45 p.m. Featuring Eli and RSVP, jccnnjpurimmagic.eventbrite.com.
Israel & Jewish Community noon to 2 p.m. Carnival, bouncy castle, Bentzi Marcus from 8th Day. No alcohol Purim Carnival in Montebello: Purim
ADAM AGRESTI Center in Ridgewood. AMY KIMEL moonwalk, games, lunch, snacks, cotton permitted. The Jewish Center of Teaneck, Carnival from 10:30 a.m. to noon. All
Adam Nathaniel Agresti, Amy Kimel, daughter of candy and prize. Come in costume. 304 E. 70 Sterling Place, Teaneck. 201-335-0633, students should arrive at their regular
son of Ellen and Joe Agresti Erubey and Alexandru Midland Avenue, Paramus, 201-262-7691, ext. 1030, purim@heichalhatorah.org. 9 a.m. time. Montebello Jewish Center,
www.jccparamus.org. Purim Shpiel and Megillah Reading at 34 Montebello Road, Montebello, N.Y.
of Yorktown Heights, N.Y., Kimel of Montvale and sis- 845-357-2430, www.montebellojc.org.
Purim Carnival at the Jewish Center Congregation B’nai Israel: The annual
and brother of Jason, 21, ter of Valerie and Michelle, of Teaneck: Festive Purim carnival from Purim Shpiel and Megillah Reading will Purim at Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
celebrated becoming a bar celebrated becoming a 10 a.m. to noon in the Stein auditorium. take place at 7 p.m. Refreshments, includ- Congregation B’nai Israel: Join
mitzvah on January 20 at bat mitzvah on February Children’s games, inflatable’s, popcorn, ing hamantaschen, will be served. Bring a the Sisterhood and Men’s Progress
Temple Emanuel of the 3 at Temple Emanuel candy a raffle and more. Jewish Center non-perishable food item for food drive. Club of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
of Teaneck, 70 Sterling Place, Teaneck, Congregation B’nai Israel: 53 Palisade Congregation B’nai Israel at its
Pascack Valley in Woodcliff of the Pascack Valley in
201-833-0515, www.jcot.org. Avenue, Emerson, 201-265-2272, office@ annual Purim Carnival 10:30 a.m. to
Lake. His grandparents Woodcliff Lake. Purim Carnival at Congregation bisrael.com,www.bisrael.com. 1 p.m. Games, arts and crafts, prizes,
are Ed and the late Enid B’nai Israel: Annual Purim carnival from Purim Carnival at Keter Torah: Keter food and more. No entry fee, just pay
Ruzinsky of Saddle River. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Food, games, Torah and the ATARA Sisterhood will be to play. Put on your costume. Fair Lawn
prizes and fun. All in costume receive hosting their annual Purim carnival, fea- Jewish Center/Congregation B’nai
additional game tickets. Congregation, turing food, games, rides, face painting, Israel, 10-10 Norma Avenue, Fair Lawn.
ELIZABETH EPSTEIN B’nai Israel, 53 Palisade Avenue, Emerson balloon making and more following 6:45 201-796-5040, www.fljc.org
Elizabeth Epstein, daugh- 201-265-2272, office@bisrael.com, www. Megillah reading. Congregation Keter The Whole Megillah in Montebello:
ter of Heather and Jordan bisrael.com. Torah, 600 Roemer Avenue, Teaneck, 201- Join in for ice cream social for religious
Epstein of Woodcliff Lake Mom and Kids Hamantaschen Bake: 907-0180, www.ketertorah.org. school at 6 p.m., ma’ariv, costume
Make your own traditional hamataschen. Wednesday, February 28 parade and Megillah reading at 6:20
and sister of Evan, celebrat- Wednesday, and Purim Shpeil at 7:15
5 p.m. Must reserve. $18 per person. Bris Purim After Glow at Beth Aaron: 7 to 9
ed becoming a bat mitzvah Avrohom, 30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue, Fair p.m. The event is open to the public.
p.m. Beth Aaron Youth presents Purim After
on February 10 at Temple Lawn, 201-791-7200, www.jccnnj.org. Glow party Following Megillah. Tickets $12, Montebello Jewish Center, 34 Montebello
Emanuel of the Pascack under 2 free. Beth Aaron Congregation, 950 Road, Montebello, NY. 845-357-2430,
www.montebellojc.org.
Valley in Woodcliff Lake.
SPENCER SCHRAGER
JORDANA BRIEF
Jordana Brief, daughter of
Spencer Schrager, son of
Jessica and Eric Schrager
of Paramus, celebrated
PARTY
Jessica and Andrew Brief of becoming a bar mitzvah
Woodcliff Lake and sister on January 20 at Temple
of Sam and Ruby, celebrat- Emanuel of the Pascack
ed becoming a bat mitzvah Valley in Woodcliff Lake.
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