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OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Jewish Federation
THE STRENGTH OF A PEOPLE. THE POWER OF COMMUNITY.
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Building Community.
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey adds value
by providing the leadership necessary to create a strong,
collaborative, caring, and vibrant Jewish community in
northern New Jersey, Israel, and around the world.
201.820.3900 | www.jfnnj.org
Celebrate our JEWISHpast
Invest in our Jewish COMMUNITY
Safeguard our Jewish FUTURE
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JAMES JANOFF
Publisher, Jewish Standard
MARCIA GARFINKLE
Associate Publisher, Jewish Standard
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elcome to the 13th edition of the Guide to Jewish Life, which celebrates
the tremendous diversity and strength of our Jewish community.
This Guide presents information that we hope will engage your interest
and perhaps help you become involved in an aspect of Jewish life that you
find meaningful. Participating in activities with others who share your
values is a great way to make new friends, expand your intellectual and spiritual
horizons, and make a difference in the lives of those who need a helping hand.
Our community is admired throughout the country for the way we care for each other and for
Jews all over the world. We at the Jewish Standard are privileged to work in the community,
serve it, and be part of it. Look at everything that we do together if there is a program to be
established or a building to be built it gets done. We are blessed with people who never hesitate
to give back through money, time, effort, or whatever else it takes.
As you look through these pages, we hope that you will be inspired to connect with the
institutions and organizations that offer worthwhile programs and events. Make this the year to
go to a cultural program at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, take an adult education class
through the Melton Adult Mini-School, or make a meaningful spiritual connection at your local
synagogue. And dont forget to sample some of the many wonderful programs offered by the
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey.
While were talking about sampling, be sure to try out all the wonderful kosher and glatt kosher
restaurants and markets that cater to the needs of the local Jewish community and make it a
prime attraction for Jews from around the tristate area.
When you consider the wonderful programs, classes, synagogues, and communal life here in
northern New Jersey, we hope you consider making a financial contribution to the Federation.
Your dollars are used to strengthen Jewish life, both here and in Israel.
As for our own publishing company, there has never been a more exciting time for us to connect
with our readers. As you have seen, your weekly Jewish Standard looks different now. Weve
spent the good part of a year tweaking and fine-tuning till we got it right. (Is it ever entirely
right?) The response to our new design has been humbling, even from fellow publishers from
around the country, who look at us as a model.
And thanks to you, our readers, who kept us on our toes throughout the process, letting us
know what we were doing right and what needed to be adjusted.
Look for an updated website shortly, for new publications, and even some cool apps. Ask your
children or grandchildren. Theyll know exactly how it works!
Above all, a big thank you to all the organizations and institutional leaders who contributed
information to this comprehensive Guide. Were proud of you and thrilled to call northern
New Jersey our home.
JAMES JANOFF
Publisher
The Jewish Standard
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The cover photograph, Jaffa, is part
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8 Your Community at a Glance
10 Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
JFNNJ 10
Annual Campaign 10
PROFESSIONAL DIVISIONS 12
Commerce and Professionals Division 12
Physicians and Dentists 12
Womens Philanthropy 12
Singles 12
Missions 12
Super Sunday 12
Endowment Foundation 12
PROGRAMS 12
Synagogue Leadership Initiative 18
Jewish Educational Services 20
Volunteer Programs 20
22 Community Agencies and Social Services
COMMUNITY AGENCIES 22
SOCIAL SERVICES 29
Adoption Services/Support Groups 29
Bikur Holim/Services for the Hospitalized
and the Homebound 30
Chaplaincy, Prison 31
Cults 32
Counseling, Therapy and Mediation 32
Disaster and Emergency Services 32
Domestic Violence 32
Employment, Support and
Vocational Services 32
Expectant/New Mothers 33
Families with Special Needs 33
Financial Aid/Free Loan 34
Geriatric Care Management 34
Hospice 34
Humanitarian Assistance 34
Jewish Healing/Healing Services 35
New Americans 35
Support Groups 36
COMMUNITY CENTERS CHART 40
42 Religious Life and Jewish Living
RELIGIOUS LIFE 42
Synagogues 42
Havurot 54
Womens Rosh Chodesh Groups 54
Religious Organizations 54
Rabbinical and Cantorial Associations 55
Religious Life and Jewish Living (continued)
JEWISH LIVING 56
Brit Milah/Circumcision and Mohalim 56
Conversion 57
Death and Dying 57
Divorce/Get 60
Eruv/Enclosure 60
Genetic Testing 60
Interfaith Programs 63
Marriage 63
Mezuzah Checking 63
Organ Donation 63
Ritual Baths/Mikvaot 63
Sheimot Disposal 64
Shaitl/Wigmakers 64
Shatnes Testing 64
Sofer/Scribe 64
Twinning Programs Bar/Bat Mitzvah 64
COMMUNITY SYNAGOGUE CHART 66-73
74 Education
CHILDREN AND YOUTH 74
Toddler-Parent Programs 74
Daycare 75
Nursery and Pre-Schools 76
After School Programs and Vacation Programs 83
Educational Resources 83
Day Schools Elementary and Pre-K 84
Day Schools High School 85
Supplementary Schools Elementary 86
Supplementary Schools Israeli 90
Supplementary Schools High School 91
Semester/Sessions in Israel Programs
High School 91
Semester/Sessions in Israel Programs
College 91
CONTINUING EDUCATION 92
Adult Education 92
Adult Programming for 50s and 60s 94
Holocaust Resources 94
Holocaust Tracing Service 95
Jewish Family Education Programs 95
Jewish Parent Education Programs 95
Libraries 95
Outreach to the Jewish Community 95
Professional Resources/Training for Educators 96
Speakers Bureau/Think Tanks 96
97 Advocacy and Community Relations
Organizations and Programming
ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS 97
Advocacy Organizations 97
Co-existence Organizations 99
Food Pantries 99
Human Relations Organizations 99
Inter-Religious Organizations 99
PROGRAMMING 100
Interfaith Programs/Events/Efforts 100
Ongoing Community Events 100
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101 Volunteering
BECOMING A VOLUNTEER THROUGH
JEWISH FEDERATION 101
VOLUNTEERING IN THE COMMUNITY 101
Bergen Reads Literacy Project 101
Get Connected 101
Mitzvah Day 101
Thrift Shops/Merchandise Donations 102
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 102
105 Children and Youth
INFORMAL EDUCATION 105
Scouts 105
Youth Groups 105
CAMPING 106
Camps 106
Camp Scholarships 108
CONTESTS/SCHOLARSHIPS 108
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES/RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS 109
SPECIAL PROGRAMS 109
VOLUNTEERING 109
YOUTH CHOIRS 110
111 Special Needs
AGENCIES 111
SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS 111
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES 114
Nursery Schools 114
Day Schools Elementary 114
Day Schools High School 115
Supplementary Jewish Education
Elementary 115
Supplementary Jewish Education High School 116
EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY 116
RESIDENCES 116
SUMMER CAMPS 116
TRAVEL TO ISRAEL 117
YOUTH GROUPS 117
118 Singles and Young Adults
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR SINGLES AND
YOUNG ADULTS 118
119 College Students
SCHOLARSHIPS 119
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES 119
SPECIAL MEMBERSHIPS 119
120 Senior Services
ADULT DAY CARE 120
AGENCIES 121
CAMPS/CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS 122
CONTINUING CARE/SENIOR LIVING 122
HOT MEALS KOSHER 128
PROGRAMS 128
SENIOR SERVICES 130
SUPPORT GROUPS 130
RESOURCES 130
132 Organizations and Networking
ORGANIZATIONS 132
Educational 132
Genealogical/Historical 132
Mens/Womens 132
Israel 133
Spanish Language 134
Support 134
University Alumni Associations 135
Veterans 135
Yiddish Clubs 136
Yiddish Culture 136
NETWORKING 136
137 Israel Connection
BUSINESS 137
GOVERNMENT 137
ISRAEL PROGRAMS AND PROGRAMMING 137
SCHOLARSHIPS AND
MATCHING FUNDS PROGRAMS 137
TRAVEL 138
139 Kosher Catering, Food and Restaurants
CATERERS 139
FOOD RETAILERS 140
Bakeries 140
Butchers 141
Candy 141
Markets/Food Provisions 142
KOSHER RESTAURANTS 143
Dairy 143
Ice Cream Parlors 143
Meat 144
Pareve 145
KASHRUT SUPERVISION OR CERTIFICATION 145
147 Jewish Culture and the Arts
ART & DESIGN/ARTISTS AND ARTISANS 147
CHOIRS, CHORUSES AND ENSEMBLES 147
DANCING SIMCHA/ISRAELI 147
ENTERTAINERS & ENTERTAINMENT 148
MUSIC & MUSICIANS 148
THEATER 148
149 Resources
BAR/BAT MITZVAH TUTORING 149
KOSHER KITCHEN APPLIANCES 149
LEARNING HEBREW 149
PRINTING SUPPLIES 149
SIMCHAS AND CELEBRATIONS 149
RETREATS AND RENTALS 149
150 Jewish Media
NEWSPAPERS 150
MAGAZINES, NEWSLETTERS,
RESOURCE BOOKS 150
VIDEOS 150
WEBSITES 150
WIRE SERVICES 152
153 Judaica
AWARDS 153
BOOKS, CEREMONIAL OBJECTS &
JUDAICA GIFT SHOPS 153
GALLERIES 153
154 Professional Services
156 Real Estate
159 Jewish Holiday Calendar
159 Marketplace
160 Index of Advertisers
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JEWISHFEDERATION
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, New Jersey 07652
Tel.: 201-820-3900
Fax: 201-488-1507
E-mail: welcome@jfnnj.org
President: David J. Goodman
Chief Executive Officer: Jason M. Shames
To learn about Jewish Federation and its network of beneficiary
agencies, or to learn about Federations volunteer opportunities,
contact Alice Blass 201-820-3948, or aliceb@jfnnj.org.
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey Mission:
Federation adds value by providing the leadership necessary to
create a strong, collaborative, caring, and vibrant Jewish
community in northern New Jersey and abroad.
In support of its mission, Federation
Strengthens Jewish education, identity, and continuity
Provides a safety net for those in need
Deepens connections with Israel
Federation plays a distinct role in northern New Jersey,
championing and strengthening a sense of Jewish community.
Federation acts as a convener, a connector, and a rallying point for
action. Federation focuses on the future and collaborates with its
partners to create a stronger, more caring and more vibrant Jewish
community in northern New Jersey.
Federations Annual Campaign is the
communitys central resource for
supporting programs and services
throughout northern New Jersey, including
Bergen, parts of Passaic, Hudson, and
Morris counties, as well as in Israel and
around the world.
Federation directly supports local
programs, including Caf Europa (for aging
Holocaust survivors), Care Management at
Jewish Family Service of Bergen County
and North Bergen, Care Management and
Nursing Services for the Elderly at Jewish
Family Service of North Jersey, the
Kehillah Cooperative, Kosher Nutrition,
Hunger Relief and Social Isolation
Reduction through JFS of Bergen and North
Hudson, a collaborative professional
development for teachers at day schools,
outreach programming with the PJ Library
(through the Kehillah Partnership of the
Bergen County Y, a JCC), and an Israel
advocacy initiative at Rutgers Hillel. This
year, three new agencies/programs are
being funded: the Jewish Historical Society
of North jersey, Shaar Communities, and
Sharsheret.
A major Federation priority is helping
Israel through ongoing programs and
special initiatives. Federations Annual
Campaign helps support a safety net of
social services through its partners on the
ground, the American Jewish Joint
Distribution Committee, and the Jewish
Agency for Israel, helping nearly 1.5 million
Israelis who live below the poverty line
including 600,000 children. Overseas
programs funded by Federation include
hunger relief in the former Soviet Union,
scholastic assistance for Ethiopian children,
and Jewish identity-building for secular
Israeli youth. Federation partners with
nearly 60 beneficiary agencies and
programs locally, nationally, in Israel, and
around the world.
Response to Emergencies
Federation coordinates the delivery of
material and support to people in places
where emergencies arise. At the onset of
an emergency, Federation opens a mailbox
to receive donations. 100% of every dollar
received goes directly to Federations
partner agencies on the ground, the
American Jewish Joint Distribution
Committee and/or the Jewish Agency for
Israel, who are able to provide immediate
help. Through Federation, the community
raised more than $200,000 in 2010 for Haiti
Earthquake Relief. In past years, Federation
raised $400,000 for Hurricane Katrina relief,
and more than $6 million during and after
the Second Lebanon War in 2006.
Engaging and Educating the
Next Generation of Leaders
Berrie Fellows Leadership Program
Identifying, engaging, educating and
inspiring the next generation of volunteer
leadership for our community is a major
Federation priority. The Berrie Fellows
Leadership Program is a nationally
recognized program funded and inspired
by the Russell Berrie Foundation. It is
named in memory of Jewish communal
leader and philanthropist, Russell Berrie.
Two groups, totaling 43 Berrie Fellows,
have already completed the program and
are assuming major leadership positions
throughout the community and beyond. A
third cohort will have completed the
program in June 2013. The program is
designed to integrate Jewish leadership
learning, personal leadership learning, and
tactical leadership learning to empower the
individual Fellow to approach their
leadership role with the goal of making
transformational change in the community.
The motto of the program is: Learning that
Leads to Action. The Fellows are
encouraged to work with the alumni and
together, the Berrie Network is positioned
to do great things.
For more information, contact Laura
Freeman, Berrie Fellows Leadership
Program Director, 201-820-3923 or
lauraf@jfnnj.org.
Strengthening Synagogue Life
Jewish Federation strengthens
synagogue life through the programs and
services of its Synagogue Leadership
Initiative, an innovative and cutting-edge
Federation department, whose work is
funded by a partnership between
Federation and the Henry and Marilyn
Taub Foundation. SLI, through its various
programs, seminars and affinity group
meetings, enables synagogue leaders from
congregations throughout northern New
Jersey to work together to address shared
challenges and opportunities via its mergers
and collaborations groups; to compare
notes on membership, marketing ideas,
other areas of synagogue in-reach and
outreach; and to facilitate strategic work
with synagogues toward achieving
meaningful and sustainable change. For
more information, contact Lisa Harris Glass,
Director, Synagogue Leadership Initiative,
201-820-3941 or lisag@jfnnj.org.
Annual Campaign
Federations Annual Campaign meets
needs, both ongoing and emerging,
whenever Jews require help. The Annual
Campaign maximizes the impact of
personal philanthropy. Donations currently
made by over 6,500 contributors enable our
community to identify and meet the most
pressing needs of Jews who live in
northern New Jersey, in Israel, and in 60
countries around the globe.
No other philanthropic effort connects
as many donors from northern New Jersey
to as diverse and extensive a range of
programs as Federations Annual Campaign.
Your contribution:
Welcomes newcomers to our community
Feeds and comforts those who are
hungry or lonely
Rescues those in danger
Celebrates our shared heritage
Teaches our children
Strengthens our communitys ability to
help all those in need
Helps those affected by economic crises,
emergencies, or natural disasters
Because of our communitys generosity,
Federation is able to serve more than
100,000 Jewish people in 90 communities
in Bergen County, and parts of Passaic and
Hudson counties.
Federation serves more than 100,000
Jewish people in 90 communities in Bergen
County, and parts of Passaic, Hudson, and
Morris counties.
Donations to the Annual Campaign
enable Federation to be there when it
matters to Jewish people, whether they are
seeking to enrich their Jewish lives or need
help.
The Annual Campaign also helps people
in the community adversely affected by
economic crises. For more information
contact Jodi Heimler, Managing Director,
Development, 201-820-3952, or
jodih@jfnnj.org
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Federation raises funds through special
affinity groups, including Commerce and
Professionals, Physicians and Dentists, and
Womens Philanthropy.
PROFESSIONAL DIVISIONS
Commerce and Professionals
Physicians and Dentists
Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
Federations Commerce & Professionals
Division provides unique business and
social networking opportunities for Jewish
professionals in the community. Members
come from the fields of accountancy, law,
finance, banking, securities, insurance, real
estate, high tech, and more. Members meet,
collaborate, network, promote common
interests, and gain access to information on
issues of concern to Jewish professionals.
Members who donate $1,000 or more to
Federations Annual Campaign become part
of the C&P Honor Society, with access to
added benefits and special events.
C&P events are prime opportunities for
business and networking. Those who
participate, have developed long-lasting
professional relationships, and helped them
develop as leaders of the Jewish
community. For more information, or to
take part in C&P activities, contact Devra S.
Karger, Campaign Director, 201-820-3951,
or devrak@jfnnj.org.
Physicians and Dentists Healthcare
professionals meet annually at the
Physicians and Dentists Gala Dinner that
honors select members of the division.
Donors at the $1,200 level are granted
special recognition with membership in the
Maimonides Honor Society. Federations
Partnership 2Gether (formerly Partnership
2000) promotes a once-a-year CME
Certified week-long emergency response
course at the Western Galilee Hospital in
Nahariya, Israel, Federations sister city.
Participants can learn the most current
techniques for treating mass casualties from
medical personnel on staff. Renowned for
its 200-bed underground hospital, WGH
has become a second home for many
northern New Jersey healthcare
professionals. A variety of exchange
programs have resulted in the development
of professional relationships between the
two medical communities. For more
information, contact Devra Karger,
Campaign Director, 201-820-3951, or
devrak@jfnnj.org.
Womens Philanthrophy
Led by the Womens Philanthropy
Board, this active group of women
participates in fundraising, education, and
outreach programs. Womens Philanthropy
provides significant opportunities for
women to affirm their Jewish identity and
spirituality, to become actively involved
with issues of concern to Jewish women of
today, and to develop and strengthen their
personal, networking, and leadership skills.
Womens Philanthropy understands the
importance and scope of the Federations
life-saving mission, demonstrates dedication
to, and acceptance of, responsibility for the
needs of the global Jewish community.
Those involved in Womens Philanthropy
have a strong commitment to Jewish life.
There is a place in Womens
Philanthropy for women of all ages,
backgrounds and lifestyles. These include
programs for young women, for
professionals and those in business. The
B&P Division welcomes women who are
active in many professions, including law,
medicine, finance, and real estate. Through
the Women of Distinction Honor Roll,
displayed at the annual Spring Luncheon,
Womens Philanthropy recognizes all
women who contribute to the Annual
Campaign.
There are many giving levels that will fit
the needs of all donors. For information on
how to make a donation to Federations
Annual Campaign through Womens
Philanthropy, or to take part in Womens
Philanthropy activities, contact Barbara
Joyce, Director of Womens Philanthropy,
201-820-3953, or barbaraj@jfnnj.org.
Singles and Young Adults -
eNgageNJ
If youre young and Jewish, between
the ages of 22-30, if youre looking to
network, participate in community service
projects, and connect to your Jewish roots,
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jerseys
eNgageNJ is the right place for you.
Whatever your background and interests,
whether youre an alumnus of a Taglit-
Birthright trip to Israel, or totally invested
in your local Jewish community, eNgageNJ
is your hub, the place you can make
connections. Be a part of eNgageNJ, your
young leadership group, and make a
difference in northern New Jerseys Jewish
community, overseas and around the
world. For information on how to become
a member of eNgageNJ, contact Kimberly
Schwartzman, eNgageNJ Coordinator, 201-
820-3936 or kimberlys@jfnnj.org
Missions to Israel
Federation missions give travelers a
heightened appreciation and connection to
their Jewish identity. Depending on your
interests, you can choose to travel with
Jews from our community or from across
the country. There are missions for young
professionals, for women, for families and
for business and professional groups. For
information, contact Dana Garay, Events
and Missions Coordinator, 201-820-3954 or
danag@jfnnj.org.
Super Sunday
This is the single biggest fundraising
day of the year for Federations Annual
Campaign. Community leaders, volunteers,
elected officials, and dignitaries from 90
communities in three counties participate in
the effort to ensure its success. On Super
Sunday, thousands of men and women in
northern New Jersey make their voices
heard when they say yes, count me in on
making the community stronger through
Federation. To become a volunteer on
Super Sunday contact Jodi Heimler,
Managing Director, Development, 201-820-
3952, or jodih@jfnnj.org.
Endowment Foundation
With assets under management of over
$57 million (as of September 30, 2012), the
Federation Endowment Foundation's
mission is to secure and manage sources of
future funding for the Jewish community
served by Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey. The Endowment Foundation
offers donors many vehicles to carry out
their philanthropic goals, including Donor
Advised Funds, Designated Endowment
Funds, Annual Campaign Endowments,
Supporting Organizations, Charitable Gift
Annuities and Charitable Trusts.
The Endowment Foundations Dor LDor
Society consists of more than 135
individuals and families with endowment
commitments totaling over $35 million,
including 75 LOJE donors women who
have endowed their Lion of Judah level of
gifts of $5,000 or more to Federations
Annual Campaign. Our Book of Life
program recognizes individuals in our
community who have established legacy
gifts of at least $5,000 to our Federation. If
you have done so, we invite you to share
your personal stories and hopes for the
future in our Book of Life. The Endowment
Foundation is also pleased to launch a
Create a Jewish Legacy initiative that
encourages individuals to strengthen our
local Jewish community through legacy
commitments. For more information,
contact Robin Rochlin, Managing Director
Endowment Foundation, 201-820-3970 or
robinr@jfnnj.org.
How Federation helps meet needs
here in northern New Jersey
Older Adult Nutrition Programs:
Meeting the basic need for nutritionally
balanced meals among older adults many
of whom are the frail, home-bound elderly
represents a true partnership between
Federation and its beneficiary agencies. By
leveraging grant funds with donations to
the Annual Campaign, Federation directly
subsidizes half the cost of home-delivered
and congregate meals for older adults.
Home-delivery of hot kosher meals is
coordinated by the two Jewish Family
Services through their Kosher Meals-on-
Wheels programs. Congregate meals are
available at the Center for Older Adults
(housed at the Teaneck Jewish Center and
administered by the Kaplen JCC), the
Bergen County Y, a JCC, the Kaplen JCC on
the Palisades, and Daughters of Miriam
Apartments. Most kosher meals are
prepared and delivered by the Jewish
Home at Rockleigh. Nearly 60,000 meals
per year are directly subsidized by
Federation.
A new pilot program this year is the
delivery of grocery and other items to
individuals who are homebound or have
difficulty with shopping and are able to
prepare their own meals. A case manager
and nutritionist will meet with older adults
in their homes to introduce them to the
program, plan nutritionally balanced
menus, and teach how to order home
delivered groceries. The delivery charge is
covered by this program for the first six
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months. The program is funded by a
generous grant from the New Jersey Office
of Faith Based Initiatives.
Programs for Individuals with Special
Needs: Federation supports many programs
and agencies specifically serving
Individuals with Special Needs and their
families. Among the Jewish educational
programs receiving Federation Allocations
are: SINAI Schools (a day school for
individuals with special needs), Temple
Avodat Shalom Individualized Program, and
Temple Emanu El of the Pascack Valley
Chai Program (two regional supplemental
Jewish education programs that assist
children with learning disabilities), and
Jewish Education for Special Children
(JESC) (a program that provides Jewish
educational and cultural activities for
children with more profound special needs,
enabling them to participate in mainstream
Jewish life). Additionally, Federation
provides funding to the Jewish Association
for Developmental Disabilities (J-ADD),
which provides supported independent
living environments for Individuals with
Special Needs as well as respite services for
family caregivers. Federation works with
Yachad, the National Jewish Council for
Disabilities (of the OU) and has co-
sponsored a yearly resource fair.
Engaging the Next Generation:
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jerseys Hillel fosters Jewish identity of all
college students in northern New Jersey. It
provides social activities, volunteer
opportunities, and educational programs, as
well as Israel trip options, counseling
services, and a lending library for more
than 2,000 students each year.
Hillel of Northern New Jersey maintains
the Hillel clubs at four local campuses:
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Fairleigh
Dickinson University/Metropolitan Campus,
William Paterson University, and Bergen
Community College.
Contact: Rabbi Ely Allen, director of Hillel
of Northern New Jersey,
201 820-3950 (elya@jfnnj.org).
Bergen Community College
400 Paramus Rd., Paramus
201 447-7100
www.bergen.cc.nj.us/
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Metropolitan Campus
1000 River Rd., Teaneck
201 692-2000
www.fdu.edu/
Ramapo College
505 Ramapo Valley Rd., Mahwah
201 684-7500
www.ramapo.edu/
William Paterson University
300 Pompton Rd., Wayne
877 978-3923
www.wpunj.edu/
In Israel and 60 countries overseas,
Annual Campaign gifts provide funding
for:
Rescuing Jews in danger: Federations
two main partners overseas, the American
Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC)
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and the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI)
rescue and bring to safety Jews, who find
themselves in danger, whether because of
physical threat, political turmoil, or
economic collapse. The JDC has primarily
responsibility for identifying and assisting
Jews in peril throughout the world and
JAFI has primary responsibility for the
absorption and integration of new migrs
into Israel. migrs from Ethiopia, Yemen,
Argentina, France, and the former Soviet
Union have all been helped to start new
lives, free from persecution, ready to
realize the Zionist dream. Some find greater
economic opportunities and can contribute
to the strengthening of the State of Israel.
However, of the nearly 90,000 Ethiopian
Jews living in Israel, more than 80% are
living in poverty. Additional funds directly
aid youth and their parents who need help
entering mainstream Israeli life. The
Federation system enables it to respond to
crises wherever and whenever they occur.
Programs for at-risk youth in Israel:
Federation supports, through direct
allocations or its core (unrestricted)
allocations to JAFI and JDC, programs
which provide high-tech education and
training, leadership development, pre-army
preparation, and/or other supportive
services helping reverse a cycle of
dependence as well as assist disadvantaged
and at-risk youth to become contributing
members of Israeli society.
Hunger relief and basic needs for
older adults in the former Soviet Union:
Federation funds programs that, through the
JDC, provide hot kosher meals and needed
medications for 240,000 elderly Jews in the
former Soviet Union.
Renewal of Jewish Life in the FSU and
Eastern Europe: Through allocations to
JAFI and JDC, Federation helps fund Jewish
summer and winter camp programs, Israel
experiences, and leadership development,
which not only engage children and young
adults in Jewish activities, but help train
them to be leaders of their Jewish
communities in the future.
New for 2012-2013 is a partnership with
the city of Lvov in the Ukraine. Initially,
the partnership will enable Federation to
have more impact by targeting its funds for
Jewish social services and educational
programs administered by the Federation
system and its partners. It is expected that
partnership will lead to the development of
relationships between individuals and
institutions in both communities.
Community Centers in Israel
For over twenty years, our Jewish
community has been directly involved in
enhancing the lives of people at the Neve
Yosef Community Center in Haifa and Dora
Community Center in Netanya. Federation
continues to build on strong ties developed
over the years with these disadvantaged
Israeli communities. With Federation help,
the centers have greatly expanded their
educational and vocational training programs
and continue to seek ways to strengthen
these communities, home to thousands of
Israeli veterans and new migrs from the
former Soviet Union and Ethiopia.
Other Overseas Programs
The Orthodox Nahar Deiah Hesder
Yeshiva runs many programs in Nahariya,
in which yeshiva staff, along with students
and their spouses, volunteer to run a
clothing store and food distribution center
for needy families, provide programs for
migrs from the FSU and Ethiopia, and
tutor disadvantaged children in a variety of
subjects.
Encounter programs, run by Gesher,
promote tolerance and plurality of Jewish
expression by bringing secular and
religious Israeli high school students
together to dialogue, challenge long held
misperceptions and prejudices, and
ultimately sow the seeds for a more
mutually respectful and unified Israeli
society and worldwide Jewish community.
In addition, Gesher runs programs that
increase Jewish identity among secular
Israeli children.
Special programs for immigrants
facilitate the integration of olim, particularly
Ethiopians into Israeli society, provide early
intervention for Ethiopian children to give
them a better chance to succeed in school
life in Israel and provide leadership
development. Federation supports specific
projects run by many different partners in
Israel, including the Ethiopian National
Project, JAFI and JDC. Additionally,
Federation funds SELAH, the Israel Crisis
Management Center, which provides a
support system for migrs stricken with
trauma or grief.
Programs for Youth-at-Risk funded by
Federation provide counseling, safe
environments, academic assistance and
leadership training to students from
dysfunctional or abusive families,
individuals with substance abuse problems,
young adults on parole, school drop-outs
and other types of youth-at-risk. Among
these programs are Bayit Ham (Warm
Home) for teenage girls, Nirim in the
Neighborhood, and Acharai, preparing
youth-at-risk for IDF service.
National and Statewide
Organizations
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jersey funds the following national agencies
through its participation in Jewish
Federation of North Americas Alliance.
(JFNA is the umbrella organization for 157
North American Federations.) These include
the Association of Jewish Family &
Childrens Agencies, the Hebrew Immigrant
Aid Society, the Jewish Telegraphic
Association, National Council for Soviet
Jewry, National Foundation for Jewish
Culture, Jewish Community Centers
Association of North America, Jewish
Council for Public Affairs, Jewish
Educational Services of North America, and
Hillel. In addition, Federation supports the
New Jersey State Association of Jewish
Federations.
Allocations and Planning
Annual Campaign funds were previously
allocated for local needs by the Local
Planning and Allocations Committee and
for needs abroad by the Overseas
Committee. For the 2013-2014 process,
there will be one overarching committee
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charged with recommending local and
overseas allocations and three
subcommittees that will review local and
overseas requests together in the areas of:
Safety Net services, Jewish Education,
Identity and Continuity, and Connection to
Israel. Core groups of volunteer leaders
work with the Federations professional
planning staff to identify and meet the
needs of those that we serve. Through its
allocations process, Federation provides
funding to agencies, schools and programs
both within its service area in northern
New Jersey and in many countries
throughout the world.
Grant Funding
Wherever possible, Federation accesses
a variety of grant sources to fund
programming that serves our community.
Among the potential grant sources are
federal, state and county government.
Examples of ongoing Federation programs
that receive a significant portion of their
funding from grant sources are older adult
nutrition programs and chaplaincy services.
Federation also serves as a resource for
Jewish Institutions in northern New Jersey
helping them to identify and apply for
grant funding. Since 2007, Federation has
assisted 32 Jewish institutions in northern
New Jersey receive over $3.1 million in
Federal Homeland Security Grant funding.
Community Planning
In addition to providing direct funding,
Federation convenes agency representatives
to discuss shared concerns, provide
information, identify unmet needs and
develop strategies for meeting those needs.
The Planning and Allocation Committee has
developed close partnerships with all
Federation beneficiary agencies in order to
better address their long-term challenges.
For more information, contact Robert
Hyman, Managing Director Community
Planning. Tel.: (201) 820-3925
E-mail: roberth@jfnnj.org
Council for Older Adults
The Council for Older Adults gathers
both professionals and lay leaders from
those beneficiary agencies that work with
seniors to discuss ways of enhancing and
improving the existing services as well as
planning additional programs to fill unmet
needs. In addition, the Council works to
ensure the well-being of the communitys
elderly by subsidizing meals for seniors,
home-delivered and congregate. For more
information, contact Robert Hyman,
Managing Director Community Planning.
Tel.: (201) 820-3925
E-mail: roberth@jfnnj.org
Council for Special Needs
The Council for Special Needs consists
of concerned lay leaders and
representatives from its beneficiary
agencies, which serve individuals with
special needs. The Council identifies needs
and service gaps in the community;
brainstorms on how best to meet those
needs; provides networking opportunities
for professionals; and facilitates cooperation
across organizations. The Council has
developed a legislative agenda, which
seeks to educate government
representatives about the needs and issues
concerning individuals with special needs.
For more information, contact Robert
Hyman, Managing Director Community
Planning. Tel.: (201) 820-3925
E-mail: roberth@jfnnj.org
The Kehillah Cooperative
The Kehillah Cooperative a group
purchasing initiative that lowers costs in
overhead and other expenditures. As of
June 2012, almost 100 participating
organizations schools, synagogues, Jewish
agencies have realized a savings of
almost $1.5 million since the inception of
the program, two years before. The
advantage of the Kehillah Cooperative is
that with cost savings in overhead, it allows
participating institutions to spend more on
what they raise funds for. The Cooperative
offers savings in the following areas:
electric and gas, shipping, office supplies,
credit card processing, trash removal and
telephone (both voice and data). Currently,
membership in the Cooperative is available
to agencies that serve the Jewish
community of northern New Jersey. In the
future, all northern New Jersey area non-
profits can participate in the Cooperative.
For more information, contact Robin
Greenfield, Chief Financial Officer, 201-820-
3960 or robing@jfnnj.org.
Jewish Community Relations
Council
The Jewish Community Relations
Council is the Federations public policy
and advocacy arm. It provides a forum for
discussion and action on issues of concern
to the Jewish community at the
international, national, state, and local
levels. The JCRC works to promote mutual
understanding and harmonious relations
among northern New Jerseys diverse racial,
religious, civic and ethnic groups. It
engages in a broad range of initiatives that
include advocacy and education relating to:
Israel and world affairs, government
relations and legislative priorities, coalition
building, poverty, the environment, health
care, refugees, anti-Semitism, genocide,
Tikkun Olam, intra-Jewish dialogue, and
separation of religion and state.
Federations JCRC makes a difference in
the world by involving members of the
Jewish community in areas of social action
and advocacy. JCRC volunteers put their
vision, skills, and dedication to work to
advocate for Israel, promote interfaith
understanding, serve as a liaison with
government officials, strengthen Israel-
Diaspora relations, or volunteer in the
Tikkun Olam Social Action Network. They
can become involved in the work of the
following committees:
Government Relations and Public
Policy: advocate for legislative initiatives
and public policy issues that make a
difference in peoples lives.
Intergroup Relations: promote
intergroup understanding and build
coalitions with different racial, ethnic and
religious groups.
Israel and World Affairs: strengthen
partnerships between American and Israeli
Jews and advocate for the security of Israel,
monitor media, engage in education
programs in support of Israel and Jews
worldwide, mobilize our community in
times of crisis, and counter efforts at
delegitimization.
Jewish Leadership Forum: engage in
intra-denominational dialogue, and build
stronger ties within our community, helping
to address issues of concern to all Jews.
Tikkun Olam Social Action Network:
volunteer for activities to improve the lives
of fellow Jews through various Tikkun
Olam initiatives. Current initiatives include:
Bergen Reads, Bonim Builders, Good
Deeds Day, and Mitzvah Day. For
information contact Alice Blass, Volunteer
Coordinator, at 201-820-3948, or
aliceb@jfnnj.org.
Bonims mission is to improve the
quality of life by helping to renovate and
perform critical repairs for low income
families, seniors and the physically disabled
in our community. Bonim Builders carries
out upgrades at Jewish and non-Jewish
communal institutions. Formed in 2002 by
members of the community to address the
lack of affordable housing in northern New
Jersey, Bonim, which means builders in
Hebrew, depends upon a cadre of
volunteers to fulfill the projects it takes on.
Bonim works on its own and with other
agencies, including Rebuilding Together
and Habitat for Humanity. Volunteers of all
skill levels are welcome. Those with little
or no experience are encouraged to
participate. To become a volunteer register,
please visit the Bonim website,
www.jfnnj.org/bonim, or contact Bonim
Coordinator, Stacey Orden, 201-820-3903,
or staceyo@jfnnj.org.
Federation, through the JCRC, is a
member of the Jewish Council for Public
Affairs, the umbrella organization for 14
national Jewish organizations and 125
JCRCs nationwide, which serves as the
representative voice of the organized
American Jewish community. The JCPA
safeguards the rights of Jews worldwide
and protects, preserves, and promotes a
just society, one that is democratic and
pluralistic. The JCRC is offering an
educational and informative Hope for
Peace multimedia presentation for groups
and organizations in the broader
community who want to gain a better
understanding of Israel and its position in
the Middle East. For more information or to
be added to the JCRC mailing list, contact
Joy Kurland, Jewish Community Relations
Council Director, 201-820-3946 or
joyk@jfnnj.org.
Synagogue Leadership Initiative
Jewish Federation strengthens
synagogue life through the programs and
services of its Synagogue Leadership
Initiative, an innovative and cutting-edge
Federation department, whose work is
funded by a partnership between
Federation and the Henry and Marilyn
Taub Foundation. SLI, through its various
programs, seminars and affinity group
meetings, enables synagogue leaders from
congregations throughout northern New
Jersey to work together to address shared
challenges and opportunities via its mergers
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and collaborations groups; to compare
notes on membership, marketing ideas,
other areas of synagogue in-reach and
outreach; and to facilitate strategic work
with synagogues toward achieving
meaningful and sustainable change. For
more information, contact Lisa Harris Glass,
Director, Synagogue Leadership Initiative,
201-820-3941 or lisag@jfnnj.org.
Shalom Baby Shalom Baby reaches out
to young Jewish families who have recently
experienced the birth or adoption of a
child. The program helps young families
network with each other and feel closer to
the Jewish community through monthly
playgroups, special events for families, and
an online group. New parents receive a
Shalom Baby tote bag filled with gifts and
resources, including a snack cup, a book
on Jewish parenting, the Guide to Jewish
Life, useful local telephone numbers, and
much more. Trained volunteers arrange
home visits to deliver the gift package and
answer questions. For questions, contact
Lisa Harris Glass, 201-820-3941 or
lisag@jfnnj.org.
Jewish Educational Services
Jewish Educational Services is dedicated
to promoting and enhancing Jewish
education in northern New Jersey. As part
of Federations Synagogue Leadership
Initiative, JES acts as a catalyst for
educational improvement and Jewish
continuity. JES also offers the Florence
Melton Adult Mini-School, working in close
collaboration with a consortium of
synagogues and JCCs. In cooperation with
the Foundation for Jewish Camps One
Happy Camper Program, Federation
provides incentive stipends to first-time
campers at Jewish non-profit overnight
camps. For more information on our Day
School initiatives, contact Minna H.
Heilpern, Teacher Education Director at
201.820.3912 or MinnaH@jfnnj.org. For
more information on the Florence Melton
Adult Mini School, contact Frieda
Hershman Huberman, School Services
Director, 201.820.3913 or FriedaH@jfnnj.org.
For more information regarding One
Happy Camper, contact Francine Koszer,
Coordinator, 201.820.3914 or
FrancineK@jfnnj.org.
Volunteer Programs
Serving the Community/
Welcoming Volunteers
Get Connected is the entry point for
volunteerism through hands-on volunteer
placements and projects in partnership with
area agencies, congregations, and other
communal organizations. For more
information, contact Alice Blass, Get
Connected Project Coordinator, 201-820-
3948 or aliceb@jfnnj.org.
Bergen Reads is a youth literacy
program dedicated to inspiring low level
readers, grades K-4, with a love of reading,
while enriching their lives and laying the
groundwork for future success. Trained
adult volunteer Reading Buddies act as
mentors, advocates, and role models, going
into schools for weekly one-on-one reading
sessions with their students: October
through June. This program is administered
by Federations Jewish Community
Relations Council. For information, contact
Beth Figman, Bergen Reads Project
Coordinator, 201-82039447 or
bethf@jfnnj.org.
Federations annual Mitzvah Day
provides opportunities for volunteers to
touch the lives of thousands of people at
sites throughout northern New Jersey.
Mitzvah Day, now entering its fifteenth year
takes place the first Sunday in November.
Volunteers choose from dozens of
opportunities to touch lives and improve
our community. They can participate in a
carnival for children with cancer, clean up
the environment, or spend time with a
nursing home resident who has no family
in the area. This is our communitys largest
volunteer event of the year, attracting over
1,300 volunteers. There are also numerous
drives from clothing and food to blood
donations conducted as part of Mitzvah
Day. For more information, contact Alice
Blass, Volunteer Coordinator, 201-820-3948,
or aliceb@jfnnj.org.
Bonims mission is to improve the
quality of life by helping to renovate and
perform critical repairs for low income
families, seniors and the physically disabled
in our community. Bonim Builders carries
out upgrades at Jewish and non-Jewish
communal institutions. Bonim, which
means builders in Hebrew, depends upon
a cadre of volunteers to fulfill the projects
it takes on. Volunteers of all skill levels are
welcome. Those with little or no
experience are encouraged to participate.
To become a volunteer register, please visit
the Bonim website, www.jfnnj.org/bonim,
or contact Bonim Coordinator, Stacey
Orden, 201-820- 3903, or staceyo@jfnnj.org.
Federations KleneUp Krewe, a group
of dedicated volunteers who, since 2006,
have made an on-going commitment to
help New Orleans and the Gulf Coast
continue to rebuild after the devastation
caused by Hurricane Katrina. As of
September 2012, the Krewe has made ten
trips bringing over 300 volunteers to NOLA
to work on home renovation, improving
community schools, and serving food
packages to those in need. The Krewe also
connects with the local Jewish community
to show support. As long as the need is
there, the Klene-Up Krewe will continue to
travel to New Orleans to help the people
in this region. For more information,
contact Stuart Himmelfarb.
stuarthimmelfarb@gmail.com
The Israel Programs Center (IPC)
Through its Shaliach (community
emissary), IPC provides educational
programming about Israel to schools and
institutions in the community. IPC
programs bring Israels culture to thousands
of local residents. IPC coordinates Jewish
Federations Israel Culture and Film
Festival. IPC also coordinates an adult
Ulpan, which helps hundreds of people
improve their Hebrew language and
conversation skills.
For information about IPC programs,
contact Avinoam Segal-Elad, Community
Shaliach, 201-820-3909 or
avinoams@jfnnj.org For Ulpan, contact
Galeet Lipke, 201-820-3908, or
galeetl@jfnnj.org. Visit IPC online at
www.jfnnj.org/ipc.
Partnership 2Gether
(formerly Partnership 2000)
Members of northern New Jerseys
Jewish community have developed a strong
relationship with the residents of its sister
city, Nahariya, which is located in
northwest Israel. With the support of
Federation and the Jewish Agency for
Israel, the northern New Jersey-Nahariya
relationship has built a strong connection
between the two communities. The
partnership, like dozens of others around
the globe is meant to cement connections
between communities in Israel with Jewish
communities around the globe.
Medicine, education, social welfare, law
enforcement, community and culture have
been designated as areas for joint projects
as part of the people-to-people living
bridge relationship. Both communities
benefit from projects developed on both
sides of the ocean. For information contact
Sarit Ron, Partnership 2Gether
Community/Medical Task Force
Coordinator, 201-820-3907, or
saritr@jfnnj.org or Phyllis Miller, Partnership
2Gether Education Task Force Coordinator,
201-820-3919 or phyllism@jfnnj.org.
Taglit-Birthright Israel
Taglit-Birthright Israel offers young
Jews, ages 18-26, a once-in-a-lifetime gift of
a free trip to Israel. Our Federation is a
supporter of Taglit Birthright Israel trips,
and has sent hundreds of students and
young professionals from northern New
Jersey to Israel to enhance Jewish identity
and build a stronger connection to Israel.
There are two Taglit-Birthright Israel
trips each year: late spring/summer and
winter, scheduled from December to
March. It is best to register on the day
registration opens. For the past few years,
our community has sponsored one of the
late spring trips for those who are eligible
(see above) who live, attend college, or
whose parents live in our area and will do
so this year.
For more information on Taglit
Birthright Israel trips, dates when
registration opens, assistance with the
Taglit-Birthright Israel application, or to
make a donation to ensure that more
young people experience Israel, please
contact Avinoam Segal-Elad, Community
Shaliach, 201-820-3909 or
avinoams@jfnnj.org or visit
www.jfnnj.org/ipc. R
Are You New
to the Community?
Find out how you can get involved.
E-mail welcome@j f nnj.org
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COMMUNITY
AGENCIES
Jewish Family Service
of Bergen and North Hudson
1485 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Fax: (201) 837-9393
E-mail: info@jfsbergen.org
Website: www.jfsbergen.org
Exec. Director: Lisa Fedder, LCSW, LCADC
Hours: Mon., Wed., Thurs., 9 a.m.
9 p.m.; Tues., 9 a.m. 5:30 p.m.;
Fri., 9 a.m. 3 p.m.
Based upon Jewish tradition and values,
the mission of Jewish Family Service
(JFS) is to strengthen and preserve the
well-being of individuals and families; to
help them effectively meet the
challenges and changes throughout life
by providing quality human services and
professional counseling to all who call
upon its services. JFS reaches out to the
Jewish community and well beyond with
the following services:
Clinical Services
Individual, group, family and couple
counseling
Play Therapy
School-based counseling
Specialized services for: children,
adolescents; and victims of domestic
violence
Elder Care Services
Kosher Meals on Wheels at-home meal
delivery
Care management, support and advocacy
Specialized support for Holocaust
survivors
Friendly Visitor and Telephone
Reassurance volunteer programs
Job Search Network
Career counseling
Job Search Coaching
Aid and Advocacy
Volunteer Opportunities
Information and Referrals
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
1 Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0111
Fax: (973) 595-5477
Branch Office: 17-10 River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5151
Fax: (201) 794-8399
E-mail: info@jfsnorthjersey.org
Website: www.jfsnorthjersey.org
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
For over 60 years, the mission of Jewish
Family Service of North Jersey (JFSNJ)
has been to provide caring professional
services that strengthen family life and
enhance the welfare of the North Jersey
community, in accordance with Jewish
traditions and values. JFSNJ services are
available to all in the community.
Services to Individuals and Families
Information and Referral
Individual Counseling
Couples/Marital Therapy
Family Therapy
Support Groups
Case Management
Services to Children
Information and Referral
Counseling
Play Therapy
Parenting Skills Training Individual
and Group
Family Therapy
Consultation with Child Study Teams
and Other Professionals
Child Advocacy
Group Counseling
Social Skills Training
Services to Seniors
Information and Referral
Counseling
Family Consultations
Geriatric Care Management
Support Services to Holocaust
Survivors
Caf Europa
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Volunteers
Support Groups
Vocation Services
Vocational Counseling
Assistance with resume preparation
Interviewing skills coaching
Job search and placement
Community Outreach
Family Life Education workshops and
programs
Emergency financial assistance
Volunteer opportunities
Paterson Hebrew Free Loan
JFSNJ is a beneficiary agency of the
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jersey and is funded by the United Way
of Passaic County. Services are available
to all who reside or work in Passaic and
northwest Bergen Counties.
Bergen County Y,
a Jewish Community Center
605 Pascack Road
Washington Township, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Fax: (201) 664-7518
E-mail: info@yjcc.org
Website: www.yjcc.org
Chief Executive Officer: Gary S. Lipman
Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 6 a.m. 10 p.m.; Fri.,
6 a.m. 3 p.m.; Sat., 8:00 a.m.-2:00
p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m. 7 p.m.
The Bergen County Y, a Jewish
Community Center strives to develop,
enrich and strengthen our families, our
Jewish identity and our Jewish
community. While creating Jewish
experiences and embracing our values
and heritage, the YJCC maintains an
inclusive environment, celebrating the
diversity within our community and
welcoming all to share in our dreams
and goals. The YJCC provides myriad
services and programs for all age groups.
Parenting Center offers year-round
programming designed to provide
information, guidance, resources and
support to parents of children from
newborn through 24 months. Perhaps
most importantly, the Parenting Center
enables new parents to form social
networks that enrich their lives far into
the future.
The David Rukin Early Childhood
Center Nursery School provides a
warm, caring pre-school program for
children from age 2 through 4, with
door-to-door bus transportation available.
Creativity and individual expression
through art, music, play, reading, math
and handwriting readiness, all in a
Jewish environment, distinguish the
program. Along with its bright, modern
classrooms, and new, imaginatively
designed, aesthetically pleasing
playground, the nursery school is
fortunate to have the use of the entire
YJCC facility, including the indoor pool
and full-size gym. The Nursery School
offers transportation and early and late
care to maximize options for parents,
along with after-school enrichment
classes that engage young children.
The YJCC offers school-age children
a variety of after-school enrichment
classes and activities that spark the
imagination and cultivate new interests. A
vibrant basketball program, swim lessons
and the Bergen Sharks swim team bring
hundreds of children to the YJCC for
sports, with those interested in something
different choosing to participate in
fencing or karate. The Tween Scene
opens the YJCC to fifth through seventh
graders on Saturday evenings once a
month for socializing with supervision.
There are holiday programs, family
programs and special activities for times
when school is out, too.
The YJCCs program for children with
special needs focuses on reinforcing
school experiences, developing social
and life skills, and creative, social and
recreational activities. Several enrichment
activities are offered for children with
Autism Spectrum Disorder, including
classes in social thinking and
opportunities for children with autism to
engage in activities alongside typically-
developing peer buddies.
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Adults with special needs thrive in
the YJCCs S.A.I.L. program. S.A.I.L
self-determination, advocacy,
independence, livingprovides
opportunities for social, academic and
recreational activities Monday-Thursday,
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Kindercamp at the YJCC invites pre-
schoolers to engage in a camp
experience in comfortable surroundings.
Camp Shalom, the YJCCs camp for
children and young adults with any
physical or developmental delay,
provides a wonderful day camp
experience under the supervision of
professional staff. Project Open Hearts,
Open Homes brings Israeli teens
impacted by terror and violence to
Bergen County to enjoy respite and a
teen travel experience with their
American peers.
Adult programming includes
ceramics and painting classes, special
events and classes. Regardless of the
type of event, adult programming
provides an opportunity to develop new
skills, explore hidden talents, discover
new interests and enrich the mind.
Several special social events during the
year enhance leisure time and offer
opportunities for new and old friends to
gather and celebrate. The social year
culminates in an annual Spring Gala in
May.
Senior Adults enjoy a variety of
intellectually stimulating classes,
recreational activities and special events,
along with twice-weekly hot lunches and
monthly blood pressure screenings. The
YJCC now offers a wide variety of group
fitness classes specially geared toward
seniors, including Zumba, spinning,
Pilates and yoga.
Health and Wellness Department
includes numerous group fitness classes
to help individuals develop and maintain
a healthy body. Several classes, including
TRX Suspension Training, Zumba,
Caribbean Dance, Pilates and yoga are
open to the general public. The fitness
center, personal training studio, spinning
studio, aerobics and dance studio, full-
sized gymnasium, indoor walking and
jogging track, racquetball courts and
karate studio, combined with highly-
trained, experienced staff, enable fitness
goals to be met. The YJCC also offers
nutrition counseling.
Aquatics at the YJCC offers group and
individual swim lessons, a pre-
competition swim program for children
not yet ready for a competitive swim
team, aqua aerobics and all kinds of fun
in the pools. The Bergen Sharks is the
YJCCs competitive swim team for
children ages 5 to 18. The Sharks
compete in the New Jersey JCC/YM-
YWHA Swim League with a record of
success that includes the 2012 All-Star
Swim Meet.. The Main Pool at the YJCC
is a 25-yard, heated, competitive-style
pool; the Kiddie Pool is 400 square feet
in size. Both pools are indoors.
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Special events and programs
include Holiday Boutique, Pacesetter
Dinner, Character Breakfast, Game On,
Annual Gala, Golf Outing.
Kehillah Partnership of
Northern New Jersey
605 Pascack Road
Washington Township, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Fax: (201) 664-7518
Website: www.kehillahpartnership.org
The Kehillah Partnership is an
innovative, community-wide effort to
build a stronger and more engaged
Jewish community across institutional
and denominational lines with an
emphasis on collaboration and increased
opportunities for engagement by the
affiliated and unaffiliated alike. The
Kehillah Partnership has succeeded in
bringing together hundreds of pre-
bar/bat mitzvah students from eleven
area synagogues on important Jewish
themes in a creative and interactive way.
This program creates opportunities for
students to broaden their peer group
while they learn. The Kehillah
Partnership Cooperative, under the
auspices of the Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jersey, enables local
Jewish institutions to band together to
utilize economy-of-scale savings in
energy-related and other costs.
Daughters of Miriam Center
The Gallen Institute
155 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5210
Fax: (973) 253-5389
E-mail: administration
@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Chief Operating Officer: Frank DaSilva
Executive Director: Fred Feinstein
Daughters of Miriam Center is a skilled
nursing facility located on 13 acres in
Clifton, New Jersey, providing broad-
based services to the elderly. Divisions
include a subacute care unit,
dementia/Alzheimers care pavilion, a
medical rehabilitation program, a respite
program, the Fred Ables Memorial
Sheltered Workshop, and two
independent living apartment buildings.
The Center provides 24-hour medical
coverage. Patient activities are
coordinated by trained recreation
therapists and help to keep the residents
active and engaged. The spirit of
Judaism prevails at the Center. A full-
time rabbi responds to the religious and
emotional needs of the residents. Kashrut
is strictly observed.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Fax: (201) 569-7448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Chief Executive Officer: Avi Lewinson
The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a
major resource for cultural enrichment in
Bergen County, serving more than 3,500
families and more than 1,000 senior
adults and singles. The mission of the
JCC is to perpetuate Jewish heritage,
foster Jewish values, promote Jewish
culture, and to help an individual
develop creatively as a person, a Jew,
and an American. Outstanding programs
span the gamut from Jewish education,
cultural arts, recreation, childrens
programming, summer camps, teen
services, continuing education, state-of-
the-art health and recreational facilities.
They have earned the Center its
reputation for excellence.
The JCC provides superior programs
and facilities for children. It houses a
nursery school with more than 400
enrolled children, an accredited full-day
kindergarten, a full-day day care center
and an active Infants and Toddlers
program. The Center now features
bilingual classes in Russian and Hebrew.
Its Therapeutic Nursery offers unique,
parent-child programs for pre-school
children with special needs and
developmental delays. Speech-language
and occupational therapy, Parent
counseling, Parent groups and a rigorous
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social skills curriculum is offered as part
of the program.
The JCC maintains a thriving after-
school program, Finish the Day at the J,
which includes transportation from
school and provides exciting activities
and programs, as well as homework
assistance in both English and Hebrew.
The program offers students in Jewish
day schools and public schools from
kindergarten through 5th grade with an
enhanced educational experience
The JCC offers over 75 weekly or
monthly programs for individuals with
disabilities and their families, as well as
providing mainstreaming opportunities,
where appropriate. JCC membership is
not required for participation.
During the summer, the Neil Klatskin
Day Camp enrolls more than 500
campers, ages 3-15, and offers a program
for children with special needs. The JCC
also offers specialty camps in sports,
music and drama. The Special Services
Department runs several summer
programs; a life skills/vocational program
for teens with developmental disabilities
and a program for children and teens on
the autistic spectrum.
The JCC provides excellent year round
programming for senior adults, which
includes transportation services, hot
meals, concerts, trips, holiday
celebrations, wellness programs, lectures
and much more. The JCC also houses
one of the fastest growing computer
learning centers for people over 40 in
the nation and boasts a fully equipped
computer lab. The Kaplen Adult Reach
Center provides onsite respite and
therapeutic programming for the frail
elderly with Alzheimers and dementia.
The Teaneck Center for Older Adults is
now part of the JCC family, offering
programs, hot kosher meals and
transportation, Monday through Friday.
The Judaic Department presents many
opportunities for the transmission of
Jewish texts, values and experiences
Through classes, programs, lectures,
clubs and special events, the department
looks to promote an abiding commitment
to Jewish faith, culture and heritage.
The Thurnauer School of Music offers
a comprehensive, one-on-one approach
to music education, and the National
Endowment for the Arts, giving more
than 450 children and adults the
foundation they need as amateurs or
future professionals. The schools
outstanding and dedicated faculty
provides private instruction on every
instrument, including voice, classes in
musicianship, theory and ear-training,
performance opportunities, and master
classes and concerts by world-renowned
artists. The music school is supported by
the New Jersey State Counsel on the
Arts, a partner agency of the National
Endowment for the Arts. JCC
membership is not a requirement for
enrollment or financial aid.
The JCC School of Performing Arts
offers pre-professional as well as
recreational classes, workshops and
performance opportunities for
preschoolers to adults. Specialty classes
include commercial technique, speech,
lighting and sound, audition technique,
private voice, coaching for auditions in
acting and dance and advanced acting.
The professional track prepares students
for Broadway, opera, musical theater,
film and television, and helps them
connect with agents/managers. Many
students have appeared on Broadway or
major operas. School offers summer
specialty camps in musical theater and
dance. All classes taught by an
outstanding professional faculty.
The centerpiece of the JCCs expanded
health and fitness offerings is the Russ
Berrie Family Health & Recreation
Complex a modern, two-story facility
featuring spacious new exercise rooms, a
spinning room, stretching areas, family
changing suites with private facilities, a
new locker court, an a completely
renovated Seiden Wellness Center,
featuring adult-only locker rooms. The
new center also offers more programs
than ever dedicated to health and well-
being, including nutritional and fitness
consultations, revitalizing spa and
wellness services such as massage and
reflexology; and specialty workshops on
stress reduction, back pain and more.
The Adult Department, open to adults
18 and over, offers participants an
opportunity to develop their intellectual
and creative talents in a variety of
informal settings including hands on
classes, social groups, lectures and
special offerings. The ever-changing
curriculum is designed to give
participants a chance to keep up with
the latest trends, including art tours,
Saturday night cabarets, bridge, creative
arts, ballroom dance, and more. These
classes are taught by professional
instructors who inspire students with
their enthusiasm and expertise.
The Adult Department offers support
groups for widows and widowers, and
separated or divorced individuals.
The Adult Deparment features the JCC
University where top professionals and
experts in their fields present dynamic
discussions on topics ranging from
humanities to wellness. The program
meets weekly 10am-2:30pm in a series of
sessions. Call Cathy at 201-408-1454.
The Israel Connection Department
provides a cultural, social and
educational center for the Israeli families
in our community and strives to connect
Israelis and Americans through Israeli
culture. It offers the following programs
in Hebrew: Holiday Workshops for
families and children ages 3-8, Israeli
Scouts for teens, Israel workshops, Israeli
folk dancing and more. The Israeli Club
offers social and cultural events, most of
them in Hebrew including the best of
Israeli films, holiday parties, entertainers,
and presentations of interest to Israelis. It
also offers the Israeli Business Circle, a
networking initiative for Israeli
professionals and a Womens Circle, a
similar initiative for Israeli women.
The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a
one-stop-shop, providing an extended
Jewish family as a home away from
home. Its facilities include an early-
childhood playground, three outdoor
play areas, state-of-the art classrooms,
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swimming pools, indoor running track,
two fitness centers, one teen fitness
center, racquetball and squash courts,
dance studios, ceramics, a professional
theater, a large multi-purpose auditorium,
and an RCBC-approved Kosher
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Jewish Home Assisted Living
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685 Westwood Ave.
River Vale, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201)-666-2370
Type of Service: Assisted Living &
Dementia Care
Website: www.jhalnj.org
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Risa Kory: Dir of Wellness,
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A member of the Jewish Home Family,
Jewish Home Assisted Living, Kaplen
Family Senior Residence in River Vale is
the premier Glatt Kosher facility in
Northern New Jersey.
This elegant community promotes
resident dignity & respect. The Jewish
Home Assisted Living offers 24-hour on-
site nursing and 2 full time social
workers services not available in most
other Bergen County assisted living
facilities. Residents and guests of JHAL
rave about the Country Club-style dining
offered daily. An exciting array of
activities keep residents engaged and
empowered. JHAL is also thrilled to offer
via live feed of monthly lectures, from
the 92nd Street Y.
Jewish Home Assisted Living recognizes
the challenges of the hearing impaired
and its impact on social interactions.
JHAL has installed a state of the art
Personal PA FM Listening System in
various common areas in the community.
Memory Lane specializes in the care of
those individuals with mild to moderate
dementia. Our specialized unit consists
of 24 private studios. This well designed
area is located in a separate, secured
section of JHAL. Residents can function
as independently as possible with the
support of a specially trained staff.
24-hour professional nursing always
available on site.
Jewish Home at Home
10 Link Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel.: (201) 750-4247
Contact: Susan Lilly, Director of Geriatric
Care Services
Charles P. Berkowitz, President & CEO
E-mail: slilly@jewishhomeathome.org
Website: www.jewishhomeathome.org
A member of the Jewish Home Family,
Jewish Home at Home provides geriatric
care services designed to help the elderly
and their families meet the challenges of
aging in ones own home. Services
include assessment of medical,
psychological, social and resource/
entitlement status. Development of a
personalized plan of care with
recommendations and referrals for
necessary services. On-going monitoring,
evaluation and care coordination,
emergency management and education,
counseling and psychotherapy services.
Liaison with out-of-town family
caregivers. Gallen Adult Day Health Care
Center is an important component of the
program.
Jewish Home at Rockleigh
Russ Berrie Home for Jewish Living
Tel.: (201) 784-1414
Fax: (201) 784-0006
Contact: Annette Myers, Director of
Marketing/Admissions
E-mail: amyers@jewishhomerockleigh.org
Website: www.jewishhomerockleigh.org
Exec. V.P./Administrator: Sunni S. Herman
Assistant Administrator: Robert Bardach
A member of the Jewish Home Family,
Jewish Home at Rockleigh is a state-of-
the-art long-term-care nursing facility
provides services and programs to
seniors in Bergen, Hudson and Rockland
counties. This facility offers 180 private
resident rooms; an onsite medical and
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dedicated Free Spirit unit for residents
with dementia; kosher kitchen;
synagogue; overnight guest suites for
family members; private dining and
simcha rooms for family gatherings. For
further information, contact Annette
Myers, Director of Marketing/Admissions.
Jewish Association for
Developmental Disabilities
(J-ADD)
190 Moore Street, Suite 272
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 457-0058
Fax: (201) 457-0025
Website: www.j-add.org
Executive Director: John J. Winer, Ph.D.
Jewish Association for Developmental
Disabilities (J-ADD) is a leading not-for-
profit organization that serves individuals
with developmental disabilities and their
families via the provision of community
supports and kosher group homes. The
group homes are located in Bergen
County. The community supports include
in-house and community respite, a
voucher program, and the Daniel Jordan
Fiddle Foundation Hotline. The Hotline
is geared towards young adults with
Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
Chaplaincy Commission
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3900
Contact: Rabbi Barry Schneider
The Commissions chaplains provide
comfort, counseling and religious
services to Jewish patients and their
families in the major area hospitals as
well as the county prisons. For details,
please see information in the Bikur
Holim section.
YM-YWHA of North Jersey
One Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0100
Fax: (973) 595-5234
Website: www.ymha-nj.org
Contacts Membership Dept:
Gina Conti ext. 284
Sandy Cooper ext. 242
This Jewish Community Center offers a
full range of recreational, cultural, and
educational programs. 25-acre campus,
regulation-size pool, gym, fitness center,
health club, tennis, squash, and
racquetball, indoor and outdoor tracks,
theatre, Judaic library, Parenting Center,
nursery school, kindergarten enrichment,
and much more.
See chart for Programs at the Bergen
County YJCC, Wayne YM-YWHA, and
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades on page 40.
SOCIALSERVICES
For further information about Social
Services, please contact Jewish Family
Service (JFS) of Bergen County at
(201) 837-9090.
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S E R V I C E S /
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Ametz Adoption Program of
Jewish Child Care Association
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Tel.: (212) 425-3333
Website: www.jccany.org
Services throughout NY and NJ
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adoption agency working with singles
and couples pursuing domestic,
international, step and second parent
adoptions. JCCAs Ametz Adoption
Program offers pre- and post-adoption
home studies, educational workshops
and counseling to those of all religious
and cultural backgrounds, in every stage
of the adoption process. Ametz holds an
annual Infertility, Adoption and the
Family Conference. Ametz also offers
professional training regarding adoption.
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B I K U R H O L I M /
Services for the Hospitalized
and the Homebound
Visits to Jewish patients in area hospitals
are made by Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jerseys Bergen County
Chaplain Rabbi Arthur Marmorstein, who
can be reached at:
Englewood Hospital (201) 894-3228
Hackensack Hospital (201) 996-2345
Valley Hospital (201) 447-8150
Many youth groups, Day Schools, Hebrew
schools, and synagogues also visit
hospitals and nursing homes. Please
contact these groups directly. For details,
please see these sections.
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS arranges for supervised volunteers to
personally visit and make phone calls to
the homebound through our Kosher
Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitor and
Telephone Reassurance programs.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Ann Pogolowitz, LCSW
JFSNJ trains and supervises volunteers
who provide socialization, companion-
ship and respite for the caregiver
through weekly home visits to home-
bound older adults. In addition,
volunteers provide the homebound with
regularly scheduled telephone contact to
ensure personal safety and well being.
New York Jewish Healing Center
(a program of the Jewish Board of Family
and Childrens Services)
Tel.: (888) 523-2769
Website: www.jbfcs.org/NYJHC
E-mail: admin@jbfcs.org
The New York Jewish Healing Center
helps those who are ill and those who
care for them find hope, meaning, and
comfort through spiritual counseling,
support groups, workshops, and training.
Chai Lifeline of New Jersey
106 Clifton Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Tel.: (732) 719-1700
Fax: (732) 886-0065
E-mail: sfried@chailifeline.org
Website: www.chailifeline.org
NJ Regional Dir.: Rabbi Sruli Fried, MSW
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
Chai Lifeline provides assistance to
seriously ill children and their families
the world over, including medical
referrals, insurance support services,
emotional support groups, homebound
tutorial programs, special trips, bone
marrow drives, weekend retreats, and
our summer camping programs: Camp
Simcha, our summer camp for children
with cancer, and Camp Simcha Special,
our summer camp for children with
chronic or genetic illnesses. Chai Lifeline
has helped thousands of families battle
the emotional and practical repercussions
of childhood cancer and other life-
threatening illnesses.
Hospital Visitation
Chaplaincy Commission
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Chaplain: Rabbi Barry Schneider
Tel.: (201) 820-3901
Local chaplains provide counseling and
religious services to Jewish patients and
families.
Bergen Regional Medical Center
Visits to Jewish patients are conducted
by the Jewish Chaplain.
Holy Name Hospital
Visits to Jewish patients are conducted
by the Jewish Chaplain as well as by
members of the Cong. Beth Aaron of
Teaneck visitation program. Contact
either the Chaplain or the synagogue
office at (201) 836-6210.
Englewood Hospital
and Medical Center
Visits to Jewish patients are conducted
by the Jewish chaplain and the Jewish
Community Liaison. These visits can be
arranged by calling the chaplains office
at (201) 894-3228 or the Liaison at (201)
894-3911. Additionally, visits are also
made by the Sisterhood of Ahavath
Torah in Englewood, (201) 568-1315,
as well as Lubavitch on the Palisades,
(201) 871-1152.
The Valley Hospital
Visits to Jewish patients are conducted
by the Jewish Chaplain.
Homebound Visitation
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS arranges for supervised volunteers to
personally visit and make phone calls to
the homebound through our Kosher
Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitor and
Telephone Reassurance programs.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
JFSNJ trains and supervises volunteers
who provide socialization,
companionship and respite for the
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caregiver through weekly home visits to
homebound older adults. In addition,
volunteers provide the homebound with
regularly scheduled telephone contact to
ensure personal safety and well being.
Sisterhood of Ahavath Torah
240 Broad Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 568-1315
Fax: (201) 568-2991
Visits are made to the homebound
residing in Englewood.
Weingarten Family Jewish
Visitation Program
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Visits to Nursing Homes
Visits provided by
Lubavitch on the Palisades
Tenafly, NJ
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Buckingham Nursing Home,
Norwood
County Manor, Tenafly
Dunroven, Cresskill
Visits provided by Friends of
Lubavitch of Bergen County
Teaneck, NJ
Tel.: 201-907-0686
NJ Veterans Memorial Home, Paramus
Oradell Health Care Center, Oradell
Teaneck Nursing Center, Teaneck
Woodcrest Health Care Center,
New Milford
Jewish Home at Rockleigh
Russ Berrie Home for Jewish Living
10 Link Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel.: (201) 784-1414
Website: www.jewishhomerockleigh.org
Director of Recreation & Volunteer
Services: Charlene Vannucci
Exec. VP: Charles P. Berkowitz
Jewish Home Assisted Living
Kaplen Family Senior Residence
685 Westwood Avenue
Rivervale, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 666-2370
Website: www.jhalnj.org
Director of Programming & Volunteer
Services: Julie Cochrane
Executive Director: Lauren Levant
C H A P L A I N C Y ,
P R I S O N
A number of area synagogues, and the
various denominations, also visit Jewish
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Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
Chaplain: Rabbi Barry Schneider
Tel.: (201) 820-3900
C U L T S
Cult Hotline and Clinic
NY Jewish Board of Family and
Childrens Services
135 West 50th Street
New York, NY 10020
Tel.: (212) 632-4640 (24 hour hotline)
E-mail: info@cultclinic.org
Website: www.jbfcs.org
The Cult Hotline and Clinic counsels
people and their families affected by
cults. There is a 24-hour hotline, a
monthly family support group, and a
Speakers Bureau providing cult
education and prevention.
Jews for Judaism
Tel.: (410) 602-0276
Website: www.jewsforjudaism.org
Contact: Ruth Guggenheim, Exec. Director
Jews for Judaism is North Americas
largest counter-missionary organization,
with offices in Baltimore, Los Angeles,
Toronto, Johannesburg, South Africa, and
Jerusalem. It offers a broad range of
educational programs, counseling
services for individuals involved in cults
or Christian groups (e.g., Jews for Jesus)
and their families, as well as a complete
resource for information on more than
400 deceptive Christian missionary
groups. We serve the New Jersey/New
York area and the East Coast.
Simply Judaism
9-02 Essex Place
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 794-3647, (201) 794-0652
E-mail: rabbimichael18@aol.com
Simply Judaism is a counter-missionary
organization that specializes in lecturing
about cults, missionaries, and the Jewish
response. Simply Judaism speaks on
college campuses as well as at shuls and
Jewish organizations throughout the
United States. Counseling is available as
needed.
C O U N S E L I N G ,
T H E R A P Y ,
M E D I A T I O N
The various denominations also can be
contacted for referrals.
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973)595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201)796-5151
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
JFSNJ assists individuals and families
who are struggling with the challenge of
coping with personal and family
problems that may interfere with their
family, interpersonal and work
relationships. The agency offers a wide
array of services that include counseling,
family and marital therapy, play therapy
and support groups. JFS empowers
people to achieve their fullest potential
by providing: individual, group, family,
and couple counseling; play therapy,
psycho-education workshops; and
support groups. Specialized services for
children and adolescents, and victims of
domestic violence are also offered.
Ohel Childrens Home
and Family Services
696 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-3972
Website: www.ohelfamily.org
Ohel is a community-based social service
agency that originally focused on
providing foster homes and services to
families of abused, neglected, and
disabled Jewish children. Today, Ohel
serves thousands of people in need
throughout New York, New Jersey, and
beyond. Services available in New Jersey
currently include mental health
counseling. In addition, Ohel provides
community education events on request.
D I S A S T E R A N D
E M E R G E N C Y
S E R V I C E S
Critical incident debriefing after
disasters.
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS provides therapeutic services
including critical incident debriefing,
individual counseling, and support group
services when disaster strikes.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
1 Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0111
Fax: (973) 595-5477
E-mail: info@jfsnorthjersey.org
Website: www.jfsnorthjersey.org
Executive Director Leah Kaufman, LCSW
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
JFSNJ provides counseling and
supportive services to individuals who
are impacted by a crisis.
D O M E S T I C
V I O L E N C E
A statewide Jewish coalition on domestic
abuse, Project S.A.R.A.H., includes the
various JFS agencies, National Council
of Jewish Women, Jewish Women
International and Hadassah.
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
As part of the NJ Womens Consortium
on Domestic Violence, JFS participates in
Project S.A.R.A.H. (Stop Abusive
Relationships at Home) to offer outreach
to Jewish women, educate the
community at large, and train mental
health professionals and rabbis in
working with victims of domestic abuse.
JFS has professionals with training in
counseling domestic abuse victims. The
program offers counseling, including
crisis intervention and referral services,
as well as integrated employment
services. Callers only have to ask for
S.A.R.A.H. to speak directly with a
specialist.
Project S.A.R.A.H.
(Stop Abusive Relationships
At Home)
Jewish Family Service of Greater
Clifton/Passaic
925 Allwood Road
Clifton, NJ 07012
Tel.: (973) 777-7638
Website: www.projectsarah.org
Director: Elke Stein
E-mail: e.stein@projectsarah.org
This is a statewide program that works
in collaboration with local Jewish Family
Service agencies. Through the central
office, located in Clifton, NJ, counseling,
training, technical support, and referrals
are provided to any Jewish domestic
violence and sexual assault victims.
Specialized services for Orthodox
victims, a group for men, and family
services are available.
Shalom Task Force
Hotline number: (888) 883-2323
Website: www.shalomtaskforce.org
E-mail: info@shalomtaskforce.org
The Task Force provides referral services
to therapy (private and agency) for
Jewish victims of domestic violence.
E M P L O Y M E N T ,
S U P P O R T A N D
V O C A T I O N A L
S E R V I C E S
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
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Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
JFSNJ provides supportive services
to individuals who are seeking
employment. These services include but
are not limited to vocational counseling,
resume preparation, interviewing skills
coaching, support and networking
groups and assistance with job search
and placement.
Job Search Network
at Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Job Search Network at JFS offers services
to people seeking Employment and
employed persons who wish to advance
their careers. Services include career
counseling/evaluation, help with job
search strategies, resume and cover letter
preparation, interview coaching,
individual services and workshop series.
Project EZRAH
95 Cedar Lane, Suite 12
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-9047
Fax: (201) 569-0906
Website: www.ezrah.org
E-mail: info@ezrah.org
Executive Director: Rabbi Yossie Stern
Project EZRAH provides critical support to
families in the community by helping
alleviate the stress of unemployment with
personalized job search assistance,
financial support, and counseling services.
Project EZRAH also offers a selection of
personalized donation cards with a
minimum donation of eighteen dollars.
E X P E C T A N T / N E W
M O T H E R S
Shifra and Puah
Organization
Tel.: (201) 801-9020
Contact: Sara Gruenspecht
Meals provided for families of new
mothers or expectant mothers on bed
rest in the Teaneck, Bergenfield and
Englewood areas. All dietary and kashrut
needs will be met.
Shalom Baby
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Contact: Ellen Finkelstein
Tel.: (201) 820-3917
E-mail: ellenf@jfnnj.org
Shalom Baby is a program which
welcomes parents, their babies and
toddlers into Northern New Jerseys
Jewish community. New parents receive
a Shalom Baby tote bag filled with gifts
and resources, including a snack cup, a
book on Jewish parenting, the Guide to
Jewish Life, useful local telephone
numbers, and much more. Trained
volunteers arrange home visits to deliver
the gift package and answer questions.
Shalom Baby helps families connect
with each other and with the Jewish
community through monthly playgroups,
special events for families, and an online
group.
F A M I L I E S W I T H
S P E C I A L N E E D S
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
The Guttenberg Center for Special
Services sponsors parent education
workshops and support groups for
parents and siblings of children with
special needs.
The Second Sunday Club Support
group for parents of Sunday FunDay and
Lovin to Live participants. This is a free,
monthly program. Parents will be able to
network with each other as well as get
advice and valuable information from
experts in the field.
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Jewish Association for
Developmental Disabilities
(J-ADD)
Hackensack
Tel.: (201) 457-0058
Executive Director: John J. Winer, Ph.D.
F I N A N C I A L A I D
/ F R E E L O A N
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Provides emergency financial assistance
as available to those in need. Assistance
in the application process for Hebrew
Free Loan.
Paterson Hebrew Free
Loan Association
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-8395
President: Sigmund Westerman
or
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW
HFL offers loans ranging from $1,000-
$3,000, which are repaid over 20
months. Guarantors are required.
Tenafly/Chabad Free
Loan Society
Tel.: (201) 568-7750
Fax: (201) 568-5830
Contact: Barry Honig
The organization provides flexible
interest-free loans to those in financial
need.
G E R I A T R I C C A R E
M A N A G E M E N T
Jewish Home at Home
10 Link Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel.: (201) 750-4247
Contact: Susan Lilly, Director of Geriatric
Care Services
Charles P. Berkowitz,
President & CEO
E-mail: slilly@jewishhomeathome.org
Website: www.jewishhomeathome.org
A member of the Jewish Home Family,
Jewish Home at Home provides geriatric
care services designed to help the elderly
and their families meet the challenges of
aging in ones own home. Services
include assessment of medical,
psychological, social and
resource/entitlement status, development
of personalize plan of care with
recommendations and referrals for
necessary services,, on-going monitoring,
evaluation and care coordination,
emergency management and education,
counseling and psychotherapy services,
liaison with out of town family
caregivers. Volunteers can be assigned to
clients who enrich the scope of
professional services.
H O S P I C E
Jewish Community Hospice
Program
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
75 W. Demarest Ave.
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 894-3333
In partnership with the Jewish Home
Family, the EHMC Hospice program
under the auspices of the Home Health
Services Department, has been providing
support and comfort to terminally ill
individuals an their families since 1981.
Life Source Services Hatikva
Hospice
230 E. Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (888) 865-5103
Fax: (201) 225-4769
Website: lifesourcehospice.com
Administrator: Karen DImperio
Hours: 24/7
Hatikva Hospice, a program of Life
Source Services, provides professional
nurses, social workers, counselors,
volunteers and rabbinical support to the
Jewish community of Bergen and
surrounding counties. Care is designed
to maintain patients at home with the
highest quality of life possible. (Home
may also be a residential facility.) All
services are provided according to
halachic principles and with respect for
the patients and familys wishes and
needs. New Volunteers always welcome!
The National Institute
for Jewish Hospice
732 University Street
North Woodmere, NY 11581
Tel.: 1-800-446-4448
Website: www.nijh.org
Villa Marie Claire
12 West Saddle River Road
Saddle River, NJ 07458
Tel.: (201) 833-3188
Website: www.villamarieclaire.org
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H U M A N I T A R I A N
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American Jewish World Service
45 W. 36th Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Tel.: (800) 889-7146
Fax: (212) 792-2930
E-mail: ajws@ajws.org
Website: www.ajws.org
American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is
an international development
organization motivated by Judaisms
imperative to pursue justice. AJWS is
dedicated to alleviating poverty, hunger,
and disease among the people of the
developing world regardless of race,
religion, or nationality. Through grants to
grassroots organizations, volunteer
service, advocacy, and education, AJWS
fosters civil society, sustainable
development, and human rights for all
people, while promoting the values and
responsibilities of global citizenship
within the Jewish community.
Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society
(HIAS)
333 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001-5004
Tel.: (212) 967-4100
Fax: (212) 967-4483
E-mail: info@hias.org
Website: www.hias.org
Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
HIAS provides a broad range of services
for Jewish refugees and immigrants.
Services include pre-immigration and
immigration assistance in the US and
overseas, and worldwide locating of
relatives and other missing persons.
Concurrent with these services, HIAS is
the link between and among clients and
communities and government authorities.
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The Living Room
at Jewish Family Service Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
E-mail: thelivingroom@jfsbergen.org
The Living Room a Health and
Wellness Center at JFS is a comfortable,
casual social center providing creative,
educational, restorative, and therapeutic
services. Programs include: bereavement
support, caregiver support, Second
generation Holocaust survivors group,
Joy Lunch Club for socially isolated
elders, addiction recovery support group,
therapy for victims of domestic violence
and training and psycho-education
workshops. Call for more information
about these programs, events and
activities.
NECHAMAH
Teaneck, NJ
Tel.: (201) 692-9302
Website: nechamah.org
E-mail: nechamacomfort@gmail.com
Nechamah is dedicated to helping all
family members who have experienced
infant and pregnancy loss at any time
in their lives. Nechmah offers services
to family members, clergy, members
of the community and medical
personnel.
Temple Beth El
of Northern Valley
Closter
Tel.: (201) 768-5112
There is an annual Jazz service with a
healing component.
N E W A M E R I C A N S
The primary agency for refugee
resettlement in Bergen County is:
Refugee Resettlement at
JFS of Bergen and
North Hudson
1485 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Fax: (201) 837-9393
E-mail: info@jfsbergen.org
Website: www.jfsbergen.org
JFS helps prepare for the arrival of
refugees to be reunited with relatives
who live in Bergen County through
referrals from the Hebrew Immigrant
Aid Society. Upon arrival, intensive
services are provided to ensure a
successful transition to life in the
community.
English as a Second
Language/Citizenship
Classes
Cong. Bris Avrohom
30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-7200
Fax: (201) 791-6120
Contact: Rabbi Berel Zaltzman
Bris Avrohom offers a state-sponsored,
annual course primarily for younger
adults. Multi-level, informal classes in
English/citizenship are held in the
evening. Rabbi Zaltzman speaks
Russian.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1451
Contact: Helene Schwartz
ESL classes are for people who are fluent
in English, but need some extra help.
Class focuses on reading, vocabulary,
and conversation, and provides a social
experience for new immigrants to the
area.
Social Activities
Russian Club
Cong. Beth Sholom
354 Maitland Avenue
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Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2620
Fax: (201) 833-2323
E-mail: office@cbsteaneck.org
Website: www.cbsteaneck.org
President: Maria Gertsenshteyn
Tel.: (201) 837-9703
In 1989 a Russian-Jewish Club was
organized to help Jewish immigrants
from the former Soviet Union return to
Yiddishkeit. Since then, the club has
grown in numbers, and has its own
Executive Board consisting of thirteen
members. Together members celebrate
the Jewish holidays, the Day of Victory
in WWII, pay tribute to Holocaust
victims and survivors, and hold meetings
in support of Israel. Several years ago
the club established its own chorus. One
need not be a member of the synagogue
to join.
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
The Bergen County YJCC offers a
complimentary one-year membership
for New Americans.
Summer Programs
Jewish Home Family
Rockleigh, NJ
Contact: Charlene Vannucci, Director of
Volunteer Services
Tel.: (201) 750-4237
E-mail: cvannucci@jewishhomefamily.org
Website: www.jewishhomefamily.org
Opportunities for high school thru
college age students to participate in
supervised summer volunteer
opportunities with seniors at the Jewish
Home at Rockleigh, Jewish Home
Assisted Living and the Gallen Adult Day
Healthcare Center.
S U P P O R T G R O U P S
ALS Support Group
Facilitator: Toby Tider, MSW, involved in
a study on ALS at Columbia University
Sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy
Association of New Jersey, MDA/ALS
support groups offer practical
information and emotional support to
help people cope with the stress and
strain of living with ALS. Patients,
extended family and caregivers share
resources and personal hope, which
often helps to reduce feelings of
isolation and despair.
This program is funded, in part, through
the Chuck Guttenberg Center for the
Physically Challenged Endowment Fund
at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades,
Tenafly, NJ.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY.
Alzheimers
Caregivers Support Group
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1454
Contact: Vivian Green Korner
Monthly daytime and evening support
groups are available free to the
community.
Bereavement
Daytime Bereavement
Group
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1456
Contact: Esther Mazor and Deb Turitz
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
Our daytime group assists people
recently widowed in a caring and
supportive setting. Debbie Fox, a
licensed clinical social worker from
Jewish Family Service, will help you
navigate through your path of loss. You
will not be alone in your journey; there
will be others with you, to share
thoughts and feelings and help pave
a new road together. Mondays,
11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.; pre-registration
required.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Julie Kaplan, LCSW
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
This group provides participants with an
opportunity to share with others who
have suffered a loss of a spouse. It
provides a safe and confidential venue
where group members can express their
feelings and learn how to deal with
many practical adjustment issues in a
supportive and non-judgmental
environment.
Widows/Widowers
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1456
Contact: Esther Mazor
Group is led by: Judy Brauner, LCSW,
Therapist
Mondays at 6:30 p.m
For those recently widowed, find a
comfortable place to share your feelings
with others who understand. Therapist
Judy Brauner will help you talk about
the changes in your family life, social
relationships and sense of self. Make
warm and enduring friendships that will
help you heal. Pre-registration required.
$110 JCC members, $135 non-members.
(7 sessions)
Breast Cancer Support Groups
Sharsheret: Linking Young
Jewish Women in their Fight
against Breast Cancer
1086 Teaneck Road, Suite 3A
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (866) 474-2774
Fax: (201) 837-5025
E-mail: info@sharsheret.org
Website: www.sharsheret.org
Contact: Elana Silber, Director of
Operations
Sharsheret is a national not-for-profit
organization providing support and
resources for young Jewish women of all
backgrounds. The organization offers a
Link Program, pairing young women
who share not only similar diagnoses,
but also common backgrounds, and
quality-of-life programs, including
Embrace, for women with advanced
breast cancer. Sharsheret also sponsors
outreach events and symposia on
subjects of interest to the Jewish cancer
community.
Caregivers Support Groups
Alzheimers Association
Caregiver Support Group
Gallen Adult Day Health Care Center
At the Jewish Home at Rockleigh
Facilitator: Shelley Steiner, MSW
Tel.: (201) 408-1454
A caregivers support group for those
caring for a relative or friend who is
physically frail or suffering form
Alzheimers Disease or related dementia.
Held the first Wednesday of the month
from 10:00AM -11:30AM. Informative
topics discussed in a warm, supportive
atmosphere. Topics include long-term
care options, financial planning, legal
concerns and the personal toll of
caregiving. Free and open to the
public.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
1 Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0111
Fax: (973) 595-5477
E-mail: info@jfsnorthjersey.org
Website: www.jfsnorthjersey.org
Contact: Julie Kaplan, LCSW
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
Spousal Caregiver Support Group
encourages participants to share their
experiences, gain coping skills and
learning how to take time out for
themselves.
Adult Children of Aging Parents explores
the emotional aspects of caring for an
aging parent. The group focuses on how
to balance family responsibilities and
parents increasing needs; gain coping
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skills and learn about community
resources for both the adult child and
parent.
Kaplen Adult Reach Center
ARC
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Contact: Debra Turitz, Director
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
An adult care program providing support
and respite to caregivers and therapeutic
programs to individuals with beginning
stage Alzheimers and other forms of
dementia, and the frail elderly. Door-to-
door transportation and hot kosher lunch
are available. Medicaid and scholarship
available.
Divorce and Separation
Support Groups
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Ann Lieberman, LSCW
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
This group addresses the issues of anger
and loss in a supportive environment;
how to improve your relationship with
your children; how to relate to your
former spouse; and how to begin to
build a new life.
Uncoupling: Coping with
Separation and Divorce
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1456
Contact: Esther Mazor
Group is led by: Judy Brauner, LCSW,
Therapist
Mondays, 8:15 p.m.
The group will help you process your
feelings about the end of an important
relationship and the experience of being
on your own. Meet others who share
your concerns. Make new friends.
Pre-registration required. $110 JCC
members, $135 non-members.
(7 sessions)
Holocaust Survivors and
Holocaust Family
Support Groups
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS provides emergency cash assistance,
in-home care, and meal delivery to
survivors of the Holocaust. All services
are free and confidential.
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Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
JFSNJ provides eligible Holocaust
survivors with home support services
through funding from the Conference on
Jewish Material Claims Against Germany,
which enable survivors to age-in-place,
in their accustomed home environments,
thereby avoiding institutionalization and
enabling them to preserve dignity in the
declining years of their lives. These
services include home care, Kosher
Meals on Wheels, Care Management,
emergency financial assistance and
medical alert systems. In addition, JFSNJ
provides counseling and assistance with
government and entitlement programs.
The Living Room
at Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
E-mail: thelivingroom@jfsbergen.org
The Living Room a Health and
Wellness Center at JFS is a comfortable,
casual social center providing creative,
educational, restorative, and therapeutic
services. Programs include: bereavement
support, caregiver support, Second
generation Holocaust survivors group,
Joy Lunch Club for socially isolated
elders, addiction recovery support group,
therapy for victims of domestic violence,
and training and psycho-education
workshops. Call for more information
about these programs, events and
activities.
The Hidden Child Foundation/
ADL Bergen County Chapter
192 North Woodland Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-8460
E-mail: Gaga1999@aol.com
Website: www.hiddenchild.org
Contact: Susan Gold
This is one of 75 chapters of Holocaust
survivors who survived by hiding. There
are more than 60 members from the
immediate area. Meetings are held in
members homes monthly for socializing,
support, discussions, films, holiday
parties, etc. Call for information.
Second Generation: Children
of Holocaust Survivors
The Living Room
at Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Email: thelivinroom@jfsbergen.org
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Adult Programs BCYJCC JCC Yof NJ
Art, Arts & Crafts Classes G G G
Book Club G G G
Bridge/Mah Jongg G G G
Chorus G
Computer Classes G G
Digital Photography Seminars
Facilities Rental G G G
Family Programming G G G
Fitness G G G
Health & Wellness Seminars G G
Hebrew Classes G G
Holiday Celebrations G G G
Holocaust Education Institute G
Israeli Club G
Judaic Education G G G
Lectures/Education G G G
Music G G G
Political Programs G G
Recipe Club/Cooking Classes G G G
Recreation G G G
Russian Programs G
Seniors G G G
Singles 35+ G
Singles Under 35 G
Single Parent Programming G
Social G G G
Sports G G G
Theater G G G
Torah Study Groups G G
Art Gallery/Exhibits G G G
Caf/Food Service G G
Camps
Arts (Visual and Performing) G G
Special Needs G G
Sport Specialties G G G
Summer Day Camp On Site G G G
Teen Travel Camp G G G
Childrens Programs
After-School Programs G G G
Art, Arts & Crafts Classes G G G
Arts (Performing) G G G
Babysitting G G G
Computer Classes G G G
Day Care for Under 5s G
Enrichment Programs G G G
Holiday Celebrations G G G
Infant/Toddler Classes and Programs G G G
Childrens Programs cont. BCYJCC JCC Yof NJ
Music Programs G G G
Nursery School G G G
Pre-School G G G
Special Needs G G G
Sports G G G
Fitness and Sports
Aerobics Studio/Classes G G G
Ballfields (Outdoors) G G
Classes/Instruction G G G
Exercise Classes G G G
Fitness Facilities G G G
Gym/Ball Courts G G G
League Sports G G G
Nutritionist G G
Personal Training G G G
Spinning Classes G G G
Steam, Sauna G G G
Swimming Pool (Indoor) G G G
Swimming Pool (Outdoor) G
Swimming Instruction G G G
Team Sports G G G
Teen Health Club G G
Gift Shop/Gallery/Bazaars
Bazaars G G
Gallery G G
Gift Shop G G
Immigrant Services
English as Second Language Classes G G
Jewish Film Series G
Israeli Folk Dancing G G
Jewish Book Festival G G
Judaica Library G G
Kosher Food G G G
Social Groups/Activities
Adults G G G
Children G G G
Tweens/Teens G G G
Special Needs Programming G G G
Support Groups G G G
Transportation Services G G
Trips/Travel Opportunities G G G
Volunteer Opportunities G G G
Wheelchair Accessible G G G
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Wellness Center at JFS is a comfortable,
casual social center providing creative,
educational, restorative, and therapeutic
services. Programs include: bereavement
support, caregiver support, Second
generation Holocaust survivors group,
Joy Lunch Club for socially isolated
elders, addiction recovery support group,
therapy for victims of domestic violence,
and training and psycho-education
workshops. Call for more information
about these programs, events and
activities.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
This weekly group provides a venue
for participants to share feelings,
experiences and concerns unique to
those who have grown up in a family
of Holocaust survivors.
Caf Europa
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
Established six years ago by JFSNJ, Caf
Europa is a social supportive program
for Holocaust survivors, which provide a
stable and nurturing environment
whereby survivors have the opportunity
to interact with others of similar
backgrounds. JFSNJ has utilized Cafe
Europa as a way to reach out to the
survivor community to identify
homebound and at risk survivors, who
ordinarily would not have contacted the
agency but could benefit from services.
Through word of mouth, Caf Europa
has grown to service 80-100 survivors at
its monthly gatherings. Monthly
programs are held at the Fair Lawn
Jewish Center/Congregation Bnai Israel
in Fair Lawn.
Lesbians and Gays
Parents and Friends
of Lesbians and Gays
(PFLAG)
Temple Beth Or
Township of Washington
Help Line: (201) 287-0318
The group meets on the third Tuesday
of the month. Newcomers at 7:30 p.m.
followed by regular meeting at 8 p.m.
Parent Education Workshops
Parent Support Group for
Early Intervention
Tel.: (973) 256-8484
Contact: Joy Hammerman
E-mail: Joy@nreic.com
Family Connections: A network of
support for families with young children
with developmental disabilities.
Sponsored collaboratively between the
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Special
Services Department and Helpful Hands
Early Intervention Collaborative, this
program addresses the special needs of
families with newborns through five-
year-olds with special needs. Families are
invited to attend discussion groups on
topics related to the challenges
experienced by families raising young
children with developmental disabilities.
Working Parents/
Working Mothers
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Contact: Anette McGarity, ext. 5662
E-mail: amcgarity@yjcc.org
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Listings are alphabetical by town, and
the names of the synagogues are
alphabetized within the towns. The
explanatory material was submitted by
the synagogues themselves.
Bergenfield
Bais Medrash of Bergenfield
371 South Prospect Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
E-mail: bmobannouncements@gmail.com
Website: www.bmob.org
Rabbi: Moshe Stavsky
Bergenfield
Congregation Beth Abraham
(Orthodox)
396 New Bridge Road
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-0434
Fax: (201) 384-7407
Website: www.bethabraham.org
Rabbi: Yaakov Neuberger
President: Dovid Schild
E-mail: president@bethabraham.org
Youth Director: Aryeh Morris
E-mail: youthdirector@bethabraham.org
Office Administrator: Claire Strauss
E-mail: administrator@bethabraham.org
The community strives to create a warm
and friendly atmosphere conducive to
spiritual growth, specifically expressed
through Torah study, Tefila and the
practice of chesed, extending ourselves
to others.
Bergenfield
Ohr HaTorah
(Orthodox)
36 Rector Court
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 244-5905
Rabbi: Zvi Sobolofsky
Only open for Sabbath services. Classes
(Shiurim) given on Shabbos and for
special occasions during the week.
Cliffside Park
Temple Israel Community
Center/Congregation Heichal
Yisrael
(Conservative Egalitarian)
207 Edgewater Road
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Tel.: (201) 945-7310
Fax: (201) 945-0863
E-mail: shul.ticc@verizon.net
Website: www.ticc.org
Rabbi/Exec. Dir.: Shammai Engelmayer
President: David Warner
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 4:00 p.m.,
Monday & Thursday
The synagogue, now in its 80th year, is
egalitarian Conservative in philosophy.
Women are counted as part of the
minyan and are full participants in all
religious services. Shabbat morning
services emphasize congregational
singing and Torah study. Shacharit
services are preceded by a study class
and are followed by a kiddush and a
light lunch. Babysitting is available at
High Holy Days services.
Closter
Temple Beth El
of Northern Valley
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
221 Schraalenburgh Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 768-5112
Fax: (201) 768-1635
E-mail: office@tbenv.org
Website: www.tbenv.org
Rabbi: David S. Widzer
Cantor: Rica Julie Timman
Educational Director: Yael Lazar
Nursery/Parenting Director: Amy Nelson
Temple Beth El is a lively and active
Reform congregation of over 400
households serving the entire Northern
Valley and beyond. We are a Jewish
gathering place for those of all ages,
from nursery school children to the
elders who founded our congregation. At
Beth El we support each individual on
his or her Jewish journey. We balance
the richness of Jewish tradition with an
appreciation of the gifts of modernity.
We welcome Jewish and partly Jewish
families of all backgrounds and abilities,
encouraging them to learn, discover, and
explore new areas of Jewish living as
they deepen their relationship with God
and the Jewish people.
Closter
Temple Emanu-El of Closter
(Conservative-affiliated with USCJ)
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-9997
Fax: (201) 750-1894
Website: www.templeemanu-el.com
Rabbi: David-Seth Kirshner
Cantor: Israel Singer
Executive Director: Ilene Anesini
Educational Director: Jennifer Levine
E-mail: Levine@templeemanu-el.com
School Phone: (201) 750-2959
Youth/Family Programs Dir.: Tammy Ween
E-mail: Ween@templeemanu-el.com
Director of Programming: Hila Stern
E-mail: Stern@templeemanu-el.com
Temple Emanu-El of Closter is an
egalitarian Conservative synagogue
serving Bergen Countys northern valley.
The synagogue provides engaging and
uplifting weekday, Shabbat and holiday
services, educational programming for
adults and children and social activities.
Emerson
Congregation Bnai Israel
(Conservative Eglitarian)
53 Palisade Avenue
P.O. Box 345
Emerson, NJ 07630
Tel.: (201) 265-2272
Fax: (201) 265-0971
E-mail: bnaioffice@bisrael.com
Website: www.bisrael.com
Rabbi: Debra Orenstein
Cantor: Leonard J. Mandel
Religious School Principal: Zahava Gall
Office Hours: Sun., Thurs.,
Fri. 9 a.m. 12 p.m.; Tues. 3 6 p.m.
A warm, friendly congregation of 200
families, offering religious, educational,
and social activities. Egalitarian/men and
women equally sharing honors. The
Rabbi and Cantor offer spirit and music
as they reach out to each person.
Wheelchair access to Bimah
Englewood
Congregation Ahavath Torah
(Orthodox - affiliated with OU)
240 Broad Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 568-1315
Fax: (201) 568-2991
E-mail: rgoldin@ahavathtorah.org
Website: www.ahavathtorah.org
Rabbi: Shmuel Goldin
Associate Rabbi: Chaim Pupko
Assistant Rabbi, Benaroya Sephardic
Center: Mordechai Gershon
Youth Director: Rabbi Shlomo Hyman
Ahavath Torah, with over 700 families,
provides many minyanim, including one
in the new Benaroya Sephardic Center,
as well as full youth and adult education
programs.
Englewood
Congregation Shomrei Emunah
(Orthodox - affiliated with OU)
89 Huguenot Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-9420
E-mail: shomreiemunah@verizon.net
Website: www.shomreiemunahnj.org
Rabbi: Menachem Genack
An Orthodox synagogue, with classes
during the week and on Shabbat. There
are daily minyanim, an active youth
program and a continuing series of Adult
Education programs. The synagogue has
a Mikvah on the premises.
Englewood
East Hill Synagogue
(Orthodox)
255 Walnut Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-4008
Fax: (201) 569-4166
Website: www.easthillsynagogue.com
Rabbi: Zev Reichman
East Hill Synagogue is a warm, modern
orthodox synagogue where all Jews are
welcome regardless of religious affiliation.
The synagogue has 100 member families,
a thriving youth program and weekly
adult ed. classes. Presently, East Hill
Synagogue has minyanim for all Shabbat
and holiday teffilot as well as a daily
Shacharit Minyan.
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Englewood
Kehillat Kesher
(Orthodox)
509 Engle Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 227-1117
E-mail: admin@keshernj.com
Website: www.keshernj.com
Rabbi: Akiva Block
Kesher is a growing diverse modern
orthodox synagogue located on the
border of Tenafly and Englewood,
serving the entire Jewish community.
The congregation aspires to provide an
inclusive, warm and participatory
atmosphere conducive to serious
religious expression and meaningful
community building.
Englewood
Kol HaNeshamah
(Conservative)
113 Engle Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 816-1611
Fax: (201) 816-1611 (call first)
Website: www.kolhaneshamah.org
Rabbi: Fred Elias
Rabbis E-mail: rabbi@kolhaneshamah.org
Kol HaNeshamah is an egalitarian
traditional community with lay-led
services and Torah discussions; a warm,
intimate and spiritual feeling in a
participatory democratic structure.
Very welcoming.
Fair Lawn
Anshei Lubavitch Outreach
Center
(Orthodox affiliated with Lubavitch)
10-10 Plaza Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 794-3770
Website: flchabad.com
E-mail: Rabbi@flchabad.com
Rabbi: Levi Neubort
Preschool School Director: Leah Neubort
Inspired by the enduring vision of the
Lubavitcher Rebbe, the Anshei Lubavitch
Outreach Center is dedicated to serving
the Jewish community in the spirit of
Ahavat Yisraelunconditional, non-
judgmental love for our fellow Jews. Our
goal is to meet the needs of a growing
and vibrant community by providing a
full range of educational, religious, and
social services. Our educational services
include: preschools, summer day camps,
adult education, Torah & Kabbala,
inspirational get-togethers (Farbrengens),
Jewish Family Super-phone, Tzivos
Hashem Clubhouse, weekly Tot Shabbat,
teen & youth programs, womens Rosh
Chodesh classes, bar & bat mitzvah
classes, family/premarital counseling,
adult & childrens Judaic library, Jewish
story time for children, Jewish art
calendar. Our holiday programs include
High Holiday childrens program, Sukkot
party, sukkah mobile, live Kapparot,
public menorah lightings, Chanukah
Extravaganza, Grand Purim Party,
Passover preparation, communal seders,
Lag BOmer event, Shavuos ice cream
bash, all-night Torah-Thon. Our religious
programs include synagogue services,
weekly Shabbat luncheon, Teffilin club,
Tehillim club, Teffilin bank, home/office
mezuzah consultations, kitchen
koshering, Jewish video presentations,
assistance in all areas related to Judaism.
Our social programs include the Fair
Lawn Gemach, Poor Fund,
hospital/home visitation, community
breakfasts, Chevra KadishaBurial
Society, outreach, and Adopt a Senior.
Fair Lawn
Congregation Bris Avrohom
(Orthodox Chabad, affiliated with
Lubavitch)
30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-7200
Fax: (201) 791-6120
Website: www.jewishfairlawn.org
Rabbi: Berel Zaltzman
Youth Director: Rabbi Mendel Zaltzman
Bris Avrohom provides educational and
religious programs about Jewish customs
and traditions as well as daily, holiday
and Shabbat services and celebrations.
It also provides wedding, divorce and
funeral/unveiling services. A Passover
Seder is held annually, as well as
Hanukkah and Purim celebrations. A
one-day-a-week Hebrew school is
offered, and Russian language classes
for adults are provided.
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Fair Lawn
Congregation Ahavat Achim
18-25 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-0502
Rabbi: Uri Goldstein
E-mail: rabbi@ahavatachim.org
Website: www.ahavatachim.org
Ahavat Achim is a young and vibrant
congregation offering a full range of
religious, social, and educational services
to the community. We are committed to
the tenets and values of religious,
modern Orthodox Judaism, while
encouraging and welcoming Jews from
all backgrounds. In addition to services
for Shabbat and holidays, we have daily
services, several adult-ed classes per
week, active childrens Shabbat morning
youth groups, teen minyan, and a very
wide array of special programs: monthly
Oneg Shabbat, holiday parties for
children, and activities for all
generations, from toddlers through
empty-nesters.
Fair Lawn
Congregation Darchei Noam
(Orthodox)
10-04 Alexander Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 773-4080
E-mail: info@darcheinoam.com
Website: Darcheinoam.com
Rabbi: Jeremy Donath
Darchei Noam looks to fulfill the needs
of those looking for a warm davening in
a modern Orthodox setting.
Fair Lawn
Congregation Shomrei Torah
(Orthodox - affiliated with OU)
19-09 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-7910
Fax: (201) 797-4767
E-mail: secretary@shomrei-torah.org
Website: www.shomrei-torah.org
Rabbi: Benjamin Yudin
Assistant Rabbi: Andrew Markowitz
President: Michael Glass
Shomrei Torah, led by Rabbi Benjamin
Yudin, has a warm and welcoming
atmosphere and an active membership of
almost 300 families. We offer programs
for adults, young families, youth, and
children, including minyanim, shiurim,
NCSY, and senior events.
Fair Lawn
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel
(Conservativeaffiliated with USCJ)
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: thefljc@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
Find us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/FairLawnJewish
Center
Rabbi Roths Twitter Account @RabbiRoth
Rabbi: Ronald Roth
Cantor: Eric L. Wasser
Early Childhood Director: Rona Klein
Office Hours:
Mon., and Wed.: 9:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m.
Tues., Thurs.: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fri.: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sun.: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Fair Lawn Jewish
Center/Congregation Bnai Israel is a
warm, welcoming egalitarian
Conservative congregation with 500
member families. Spiritually uplifting,
educationally inspiring and socially
dynamic, the FLJC creates community
and connection through a broad variety
of opportunities, from worship to social
action to social experiences. Jewish
worship takes place every day of the
year at the FLJC, with Shabbat services
including a junior congregation. While
led by our vibrant and talented Cantor,
all of our services have lay participation.
Our egalitarian philosophy means that
women and men are equal partners in
our religious services; we also provide
alternate services on Shabbat morning
for those who seek a more traditional
approach. Daily morning and evening
minyanim provide camaraderie for all,
along with comfort for mourners. Our
monthly 747 morning Minyan for teens
has gained national recognition.
Education for all ages is a critical
component at the FLJC. The Rabbi offers
thought-provoking sermons and his
weekly classes on the Talmud and Torah
provide insights along with lively
discussion. He records a weekly podcast
commenting on the Torah portion each
week that is on our website and iTunes.
Our Families With Young Children
Committee plans holiday celebrations,
and family programs for our members
and the larger Jewish community. Our
outstanding Religious School, the
Howard and Joshua Herman Education
Center, begins in the first grade and
continues beyond bar/bat mitzvah with
parent education and special programs
an integral part of the curriculum. The
Religious School meets two days a week,
Sunday morning and Tuesday afternoon.
Our Teens and Jeans program brings our
teenagers into discussion groups with
our Rabbi and Cantor. The Center is also
known for its numerous book groups.
We have one of the finest early
childhood education programs in Bergen
County. Our professionally staffed
Shirley and Paul Pintel Nursery School
has operated for over thirty years. Our
pre-school programs are open to Jewish
families and interfaith families whether
or not they are Center members. During
the summer, children may join our Little
Sunshine Day Camp. Our auxiliary
organizations include Sisterhood and
Mens Progress Club, both of which
sponsor many fun and exciting programs
and cultural events. The Centers Social
Action Committee supports an ever-
growing list of projects that make a
critical difference in our community and
beyond, including visiting the home-
bound sick, food and clothing drives.
Our ESP, Emergency Food Packages
helps those receiving Meals on Wheels
during the winter months. Our Shofar
Corps brings teenagers to the homes of
elderly shut ins during the Fall holidays
so they can hear the sound of the Shofar.
Finally, the Fair Lawn Jewish Center
houses the Max E. and Anna Bornstein
Library, one of the finest Judaica libraries
in Bergen County.
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Fair Lawn
Sephardic Center of Fair Lawn
(Orthodox)
40-34 Terhune Place
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Website: scfljewishcommunity.com
Rabbi: Avidan Elkin
Cantor: Ezra Omri
Fair Lawn
Temple Beth Sholom
(Traditional Conservative
Affiliated with USCJ)
40-25 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-9321
Fax: (201) 797-3212
E-mail: office@TBSFL.org
Website: www.TBSFL.org
Rabbi: Alberto Baruch Zeilicovich
Cantor: Steven Barr
Nursery School Director: Lori Rothman
Nursery School E-mail: nursery@TBSFL.org
Temple Beth Sholom invites the
community to visit for services and
become acquainted with our religious,
educational, cultural and social
programs. The Temple offers an Adult
Education program, Family Programming
activities, Sisterhood, Mens Club, Social
Action Committee, Couples Club,Seniors
Club and Youth Activities program for
children in grades 4-12. The Temple
features a Sanctuary and recently
renovated Day Chapel, full catering
facilities, complete Religious School
facilities, and a State Licensed Certified
Nursery School. We are a Traditional
Conservative synagogue offering
affordable dues, no building fund, and a
discount for new members. Daily
morning and evening minyans are
offered. Temple Beth Sholom is a partner
in the Northern New Jersey Jewish
Academy (NNJJA), a two-day-per-week
Religious School consortium. Classes
provide a caring environment where
children celebrate, learn and experience
the joys of being Jewish. The school is
free for members. The Helen Troum
Nursery School and Kindergarten
provides a developmentally appropriate
program for children ages 2-5.
Fair Lawn
Young Israel of Fair Lawn
(Orthodox - affiliated with Young Israel)
11-05 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-1800
Website: www.yifl.org
President: Joseph Smith
Young Israel of Fair Lawn is an
established yet still growing synagogue
that provides a warm and heimishe
environment in a town that provides a
solid Jewish infrastructure and is a good
and affordable alternative to other
Bergen County communities.
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Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 886-1238
E-mail: info@chabadfortlee.com
Website: www.ChabadFortLee.com
Rabbi: Meir Konikov
Preschool Director: Lieba Konikov
Chabad of Fort Lee is a growing
movement which focuses on promoting
Jewish traditions and observance in a
welcoming nonjudgmental environment.
Chabad of Fort Lee welcomes every Jew,
regardless of affiliation. We provide the
community with a preschool for ages 18
months 5, a Hebrew School for ages 5
12, Shabbat and daily services, Sunday
Morning Tefillin Club and Breakfast, Bat
Mitzvah Club,HKabbalat Shabbat for the
youth, holiday programs, adult
education, Russian Jewish community
events, Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation,
womens evenings, hospital visitation,
and counseling.
Fort Lee
Congregation Gesher Shalom /
Jewish Community Center of
Fort Lee
(Conservative - affiliated with USCJ)
1449 Anderson Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-1735
Fax: (201) 947-1530
E-mail: office@geshershalom.org
Website: www.geshershalom.org
Rabbi: Kenneth A. Stern
Cantor: Paul Zim
Youth Group Leader: Lori Friedlander
Congregation Gesher Shalom, the Jewish
Community Center of Fort Lee, is a
Conservative egalitarian synagogue, with
families from 11 communities. The
synagogue offers daily minyans morning
and evening, a Hebrew school, adult
education, mens club, sisterhood, and a
cultural/social activity calendar. We have
two sanctuaries, a library, and a
gymnasium with a full-size basketball
court.
Fort Lee
The New Synagogue
of Fort Lee
(Traditional)
1585 Center Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-1555
Fax: (201) 947-4701
Website: www.tnsfl.org
Rabbi: Meir Berger
Cantor: Dr. Leon Berger and his
professional choir
Religious School Principal:
Rabbi Meir Berger
The New Synagogue of Fort Lee is a
traditional congregation with a
membership of over 350 families. This
warm and congenial shul offers Hebrew
school education for children, where we
teach the entire life cycle of Judaism, bar
and bar mitzvahs, new innovative pre-
school and a variety of adult programs in
our beautiful synagogue. All are
welcome for Shabbat Morning and a
luncheon. Minyan Monday and Thursday
at 7:00 a.m., plus all holidays. We have
tot services on Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. and
Shabbat at 10:30 a.m. Shabbat services
for all every Friday at 6:00 p.m. There is
no building fund and the lowest dues in
the area with a very cohesive and warm
atmosphere.
Fort Lee
Sephardic Congregation
of Fort Lee
(Orthodox Sephardic)
313 Tom Hunter Road
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Mailing address: POB 71
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
President: Joseph Abergel
Vice President: David Ehrenpreis
Tel.: (201) 224-4433
Rabbi: Simon Abergel
Fort Lee
Young Israel of Fort Lee
(Orthodox, affiliated with National Council
of Young Israel)
1610 Parker Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Barad Educational Center
163 Old Palisade Road
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 592-1518
Fax: (201) 592-8414
Website: www.YIFTLEE.org
E-mail: YIFTLEE@gmail.com
Rabbi: Neil Winkler
Exec. Director: Esther Feinberg
Office Hours: 10 a.m. 2 p.m., Monday
Thursday
Franklin Lakes
Barnert Temple
(Reform affiliated with URJ)
747 Route 208 South
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 848-1800
Fax: (201) 847-0044
E-mail: info@barnerttemple.org
Website: barnerttemple.org
Rabbi: Elyse Frishman
Assistant Rabbi: Rachel Steiner
Temple Administrator: Debbie
Schweighardt
Religious School Principal: Sara Losch
Nursery School Director: Sara Losch
Youth Directors: Melissa & Zach Kolstein
Barnert Temple is a spiritual center for
approximately 500 families from more
than 36 communities. We are large
enough to serve diverse needs but small
enough to provide an inclusive,
comfortable, and nurturing environment.
We have active social action, interfaith
outreach, adult education, Mens Club,
and Sisterhood, as well as numerous
other committees that provide
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Franklin Lakes
Chabad Jewish Center of
Northwest Bergen County
(Orthodox affiliated with Chabad-
Lubavitch)
375 Pulis Avenue
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Fax: (201) 847- 0044
E-mail: info@chabadplace.org
Website: www.chabadplace.org
Rabbi: Chanoch Kaplan
Religious School Principal: Mimi Kaplan
Nursery School Director: Mimi Kaplan
The Chabad Center offers a non-
judgmental environment for Jews of all
backgrounds and affiliations to explore
and deepen their knowledge and
observance of Judaism. The center offers
these ongoing programs, open to
everyone: Mommy & Me, Supper & Song
with Bobby DooWah, Family Shabbat,
Chai Kidz Club, Youth Zone, Hebrew
School, Gan Israel Summer and Winter
Camp, Bar/Bat Mitzvah training, Teen
Friendship Club, Jewish Womens Circle,
Discussion Group with Mimi, Torah
classes, JLI courses, synagogue services,
and social action.
Franklin Lakes
Temple Emanuel of North
Jersey
(Conservative affiliated with USCJ)
558 High Mountain Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 560-0200
Fax: (201) 560-0218
E-mail: office@templeemanuelnj.org
Website: www.tenjfl.org
Rabbi: Joseph Prouser
Temple Emanuel of North Jersey is a
traditional egalitarian Conservative
synagogue in Franklin Lakes. We are
committed to serving our congregants
and community by making TENJ a place
where everyone can pray, learn, and
gather. Religious and educational
programs as well as social action
opportunities are offered throughout the
year to meet the needs of our
congregants and our community.
Glen Rock
Glen Rock Jewish Center
(Conservative - affiliated with USCJ)
682 Harristown Road
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 652-6624
Fax: (201) 652-6628
E-mail: office@grjc.org
Website: www.grjc.org
Rabbi: Neil A. Tow
Cantor: William Walton
Religious School Principal:
Rachel Blumenstyk
Nursery School Director: Hilarie Kay
Center Administrator: Roann Rubin
Glen Rock Jewish Center is an
egalitarian, Conservative congregation
with the warmth of a family. The
synagogue is multi-generational, with a
large influx of young families and young
couples. It welcomes all Jews who are in
sincere search of a spiritual home. The
GRJC takes great pride in its Hebrew
School and in the quality of the
education it provides its children.
Hackensack
Temple Beth El
(Egalitarian - Conservative)
280 Summit Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 342-2045
Fax: (201) 342-2045
Website:
www.templebethelhackensack.org
Rabbi: Robert Schumeister
Temple Beth El is an Egalitarian
Conservative congregation and the only
synagogue in Hackensack. Originally
established as the Hackensack Hebrew
Institute, Temple Beth El has been
important to the Jewish community for
over 90 years.
Leonia
Congregation Adas Emuno
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
254 Broad Avenue
Leonia, NJ 07605
Tel.: (201) 592-1712
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Fax: (201) 947-0701
Website: www.adasemuno.org
Rabbi: Barry L. Schwartz
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Founded in 1871, we are one of the
oldest synagogues in New Jersey, and
although were small in size, the 130
member families are a committed and
active group. The Adas Emuno
community is friendly, caring, and fun.
On Friday nights you can feel the
connection as the Temple is filled with
song and joy. Shabbat services are on
Fridays at 7:30 p.m. Special Tot Shabbat
services are held the first Friday of each
month at 6:30 p.m. and once a month on
a Saturday morning for children under
five years old. An Oneg Shabbat follows
each service with challah, wine, and
delicious treats. Our congregation
combines many traditions with new
ideas. We hold weekly Torah study each
Saturday at 10 a.m. We hold a monthly
Shabbat morning meditation service
Kehillat Kavanah. Holidays are always
exciting and filled with a combination of
spirituality and community. The Religious
School meets once a week on Sunday
and integrates Jewish culture and prayer
with study of Hebrew. Our kids really
enjoy coming to school! To understand
Cong. Adas Emuno, one really needs to
experience it. Come to a Shabbat or
holiday service or any temple event and
feel the energy and uniqueness of our
welcoming, enthusiastic temple
community.
Mahwah
Beth Haverim Shir Shalom
(Reform affiliated with URJ)
280 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Tel.: (201) 512-1983
Fax: (201) 512-1586
E-mail: bethhaverim@optonline.net
Website: www.bethhaverim.org
Rabbi: Joel Mosbacher
Administrative Assistant: Joan Cohen
Cantor: David Perper
Religious School Principal:
Rebecca McVeigh
Administrator: Iris Greenberg
Beth Haverim Shir Shalom is a warm and
welcoming congregation of over 350
families led by enthusiastic lay leaders in
cooperation with Rabbi Mosbacher and
Cantor Perper. In addition to inviting and
spiritual services, the congregation has
an outstanding religious school, youth
program, a vibrant adult education
program, Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and
Social Action Committee.
Maywood
Reconstructionist Temple Beth
Israel of Bergen County
(affiliated with the Jewish
Reconstructionist Federation)
34 W. Magnolia Avenue
Maywood, NJ 07607
Tel.: (201) 845-7550
Fax: (201) 300-2734
E-mail: info@rtbi-online.org
Rabbi: Ellen Jaffe-Gill
Website: www.rtbi-online.org
RTBI is a small, caring, hamish
congregation. It is the only
Reconstructionist congregation in Bergen
and Rockland Counties. The
congregation is egalitarian and
participatory, with a democratic
organization, a deep respect for
traditions, and an eye toward creativity
and spiritual meaning. We embrace
interfaith and gay families. We boast
strong lay leadership, a growing and
progressive religious school, and socially
conscious programs.
New Milford
Congregation Beth Tikvah
New Milford Jewish Center
(Egalitarian Conservative)
435 River Road
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 261-4847
Fax: (201) 261-4842
E-mail: office@bethtikvah.net
Website: www.bethtikvah.net
Rabbi: Bob Mark
Beth Tikvah is a warm and friendly,
egalitarian, Conservative synagogue. We
offer creative family programming,
gourmet Friday night dinners, stimulating
classes and inspirational services
something for everyone young and
old. We welcome intermarried families.
New Milford
Sha'ar Communities
(Unaffiliated)
275 McKinley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 213-9569
E-mail: rabbi@shaarcommunities.org
Website: www.shaarcommunities.org
Rabbi: Adina Lewittes
Shaar is an innovative, dynamic, and
diverse congregation committed to a
serious exploration of and engagement
with Jewish life. Music-filled services,
interactive learning, and hands-on
activism combine to create a spirited
and spiritual community for all ages and
backgrounds.
North Bergen
Temple Beth Abraham
(Orthodox affiliated with OU)
8410 Fourth Avenue
N. Bergen, NJ 07047
Tel.: (201) 869-2425
Rabbi Emeritus: Rabbi Abraham I.
Zigelman
Temple Beth Abraham is a reviving
Orthodox synagogue. It is home to
Mesivta Ohr Naftoli High School and
post-graduate program. Services are
available three times a day. Please call
the synagogue office during office hours
for times. A lecture series by the Dean,
Rabbi Aron Milstein, takes place every
Wednesday evening from 8 to 8:30 p.m.
in the small sanctuary; call the office
weekly to confirm. The synagogue has a
large ballroom with meat and dairy
kitchen and a chapel downstairs.
North Bergen
Temple Beth El of North Bergen
(Conservative)
300 Hudson 75th Street
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Tel.: (201) 869-9149
Fax: (201) 869-9168
Website:
www.templebethelofnorthbergen.org
E-mail:
office@templebethelofnorthbergen.org
Rabbi: Sruli Dresdner
A growing traditional Conservative
congregation. Minyan on Shabbat.
Old Tappan
Chabad of Old Tappan
(Affiliated with Chabad Lubavitch)
183 Old Tappan Road
Old Tappan, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 767-4008
Website: www.chabadOT.org
Rabbi: Mendy Lewis
E-mail: rabbi@chabadOT.org
Chabad of Old Tappan provides the
opportunity for every Jew, regardless of
affiliation or level of observance to
discover, experience, and enjoy Jewish
holidays and traditions in a warm and
welcoming environment. We offer
Shabbos prayer groups, Hebrew School,
Teen Club, adult education and social
events.
Paramus
Congregation Beth Tefillah
(Orthodox affiliated with OU)
452 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 265-4100
Website: www.cbtparamus.org
Rabbi: Daniel Wolff
E-mail: danielwolff@optonline.net
Beth Tefillah, a modern Orthodox
synagogue, is centrally located near all
major highways, shopping and in close
proximity to several day schools,
including elementary and high school
yeshivot. It is a short drive to various
kosher restaurants, bakeries and eateries.
Sixty-plus families of diverse back-
grounds and origins, many with young
children, make up this warm, close-knit
Community. Paramus has an eruv and a
state-of-the-art mikvah.
Paramus
Congregation Khal Adath
Jeshurun of Paramus
(Orthodox)
140 Arnot Place
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 967-9898
Website: www.kajp.org
Rabbi: Chaim Shapiro
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Khal Adath Jeshurun of Paramus is
located in a suburban Orthodox
community in the heart of Bergen
County, with an eruv. There is a
pre-school on the premises. A mikvah
is on premises.
Paramus
Jewish Community Center
of Paramus
(Conservative - affiliated with USCJ)
E-304 Midland Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-7691
Fax: (201) 262-6516
E-mail: office@jccparamus.org
Website: www.jccparamus.org
Rabbi: Arthur Weiner
E-mail: Rabbi@jccparamus.org
Cantor: Sam Weiss
Exec. Director: Joe Herrmann
E-mail: execdirector@jccparamus.org
Religious School Principal: Marcia
Kagedan
Religious School Phone: (201) 262-7733
E-mail: eccdirector@jccparamus.org
Nursery School Director: Judith S. Fox
Nursery School Phone: (201) 967-1334
The Jewish Community Center of
Paramus is a full-service, traditional,
Conservative congregation with 470
members. We offer a bi-monthly
egalitarian service. It offers comprehen-
sive adult education, a Young Couples
Club, Sisterhood, Mens Club, Hebrew
and Nursery Schools, and USY Youth
programs. There is extensive involve-
ment in community affairs. Morning and
evening daily minyanim are held.
Park Ridge
Temple Beth Sholom
of Pascack Valley
(Conservative)
32 Park Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Tel.: (201) 391-4620
Fax: (201) 391-3618
E-mail: TBSoffice@temple-beth-sholom.org
Website: www.tbspv.org
Rabbi: Halina Rubenstein
Cantor: Joel Leibowitz
Temple Administrator: Cathy DEletto
Religious School Principal: Sheila Toffell
Temple Beth Sholom is an independent,
Conservative egalitarian congregation
serving individuals and families from 15
different North Bergen and South
Rockland communities. Services are user-
friendly, mixing traditional and modern
styles, songs, stories, and teachings. The
Bar/Bat Mitzvah program is personally
supervised by the Rabbi who works
closely with the Religious School
Director on grade school projects and
assemblies. TBS features many social and
special-interest groups, including Young
Couples Club, Family Chavurah, Park
Avenue Seniors, Cultural Affairs
Committee and other active committees
of the Board.
Make Your Party a Splash!
Spacious Gym Supervised Activities & Games
Basketball, Soccer, & Floor Hockey
Make Your Event
Memorable
Two beautifully appointed ballrooms with a capacity of 50 to 500 people,
serviced by your choice of a wide variety of the fnest kosher caterers.
For something different, theres also a gym and pool. All amenities you
would expect from a fne catering establishment, but in a synagogue.
Make summer all year long!
A Fun Filled Active Way to Celebrate a Birthday,
Special Occasion or Time with Friends
Non-Competitive Games
Refreshing Heated Pool
Experienced Lifeguards
Refreshment Designated
Party Room
Have your special event at the
Jewish Center of Teaneck where families
have celebrated for over 80 years.
Conveniently located just 3 miles west of the George Washington Bridge
Rabbi Lawrence S. Zierler Sandy Hausler, President Rose Sigler, Administrator
The Jewish Center of Teaneck
Teanecks frst and most comprehensive,
full service Synagogue Center
70 Sterling Place, Teaneck, NJ
(201) 833-0515 www.jcot.org email: info@jcot.org
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Pompton Lakes
Congregation Beth Shalom
(Conservative & Egalitarian affiliated
with USCJ)
21 Passaic Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Tel.: (973) 835-3500
Fax: (973) 835-9785
E-mail: office@bethshalomnj.org
Website: www.bethshalomnj.org
Rabbi: David Bockman
Religious School Administrator: Bea Katz
Congregation Beth Shalom is a warm
and welcoming community with
members of all ages and levels of
observance. Interfaith families and Jews
by Choice are an integral part of our
congregational family. We have an active
Sisterhood and a Mens Club, Hebrew
School, Youth Group, once-a-month
family Shabbat services and dinner,
social activities, a full-service library, as
well as many other programs.
Pompton Lakes
Jewish Congregation
of Kinnelon
(Reform affiliated with UAHC)
21 Passaic Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Tel.: (973) 838-5566
Fax: (973) 838-4418
E-mail: jckinnelon@verizon.net
Website: www.jckinnelon.org
Rabbi: Helaine Ettinger
Director of Education: Batyah Garfinkle
Hancock
The Jewish Congregation of Kinnelon is
a warm and inclusive community of
families from a wide geographic area
and broad range of backgrounds. We
emphasize Jewish traditions and
transmitting our heritage to our children.
Ridgewood
Temple Israel &
Jewish Community Center
(Conservative - Egalitarian
affiliated with USCJ)
475 Grove Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (201) 444-9320
Fax: (201) 444-9855
E-mail: office@synagogue.org
Website: www.synagogue.org
Rabbi: David J. Fine
Cantor: Caitlin Bromberg
Office Manager: Maureen Nassan
Director of Education: Rabbi Sharon Litwin
E-mail: SLitwin@synagogue.org
A suburban congregation experiencing
sustained physical and spiritual growth
while maintaining a warm and
welcoming atmosphere. Young families,
senior citizens, singles, youth,
intermarried couples, Jews by choice,
and Yeshiva-trained members blend to
create a synagogue family that is active,
intelligent, friendly, and communal.
River Edge
Temple Avodat Shalom
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
385 Howland Avenue
River Edge, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 489-2463
Fax: (201) 489-0775
E-mail: administrator@tshalom.net
Website: avodatshalom.net
Rabbi: Neal I. Borovitz
Cantor: Ronit Josephson
Executive Director: Stella Teger
Rabbi-Educator: Rabbi Paula Feldstein
Temple Avodat Shalom is a true Beit
Knesset. It serves as a house of
communal gathering, offering programs
for the entire life span from infants and
toddlers to senior citizens. It is a caring
community committed to the finest of
Reform Judaism.
Rutherford
Congregation Beth El
(Orthodox)
185 Montross Avenue
Rutherford, NJ 07070
Tel.: (201) 438-4931
website: rutherfordjewish.org
Rabbi: Nosson Schuman
Temple Beth El is a friendly, non-
judgmental Orthodox synagogue. It
offers a wide range of programs,
including adult education, Friday night
dinners, Passover seders, Hebrew classes
and various other group programs,
together with an active Sisterhood.
Teaneck
Congregation Arzei Darom
(Orthodox)
725 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
E-mail: info@arzeidarom.org
Website: www.arzeidarom.org
Rabbi: Aharon Ciment
Tel.: (201) 836-1035
E-mail: Rabbi@arzeidarom.org
President: Ron Goldgewert
E-mail: president@arzeidarom.org
Arzei Darom is a relatively new, modern
Orthodox congregation situated south of
Cedar Lane in Teaneck, New Jersey. With
100 families associated with the shul, we
offer a full range of programs and
activities, including Adult Education,
Youth Programs, Sisterhood Events,
Mens Events, Chessed support, and
Family events. All Shacharit services on
Shabbat and Yom Tovim include
childrens groups in our youth rooms.
Weekday Shacharit is held at 6:35 a.m.
on Torah Reading days and 6:45 a.m. on
non-Torah Reading days. On Sundays
and legal holidays, Shacharit is at 8:30
a.m., and Mincha/Maariv is bzman.
Teaneck
Congregation Beth Aaron
(Orthodox - affiliated with OU)
950 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-6210
E-mail: office@bethaaron.org
Website: www.bethaaron.org
Rabbi: Laurence Rothwachs
Beth Aaron is a modern Orthodox shul,
with over 400 families and associate
members. It has an active Sisterhood,
Mens Club, Youth Department, and
religious classes.
Teaneck
Congregation Beth Sholom
(Conservative Egalitarian affiliated with
USCJ)
354 Maitland Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2620
Fax: (201) 833-2323
E-mail: office@cbsTeaneck.org
Website: www.cbsTeaneck.org
Rabbi: Joel Pitkowsky
Director of Administration: Matthew G.
Halpern
Cong. Beth Sholom is recognized as one
of the leading Conservative synagogues
in the country, offering traditional
worship and ritual in a fully egalitarian
and friendly setting along with a wide
range of educational, social action,
spiritual and social activities for adults
and children.
Teaneck
Congregation Bnai Yeshurun
(Orthodox affiliated with OU)
641 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-8916
Fax: (201) 836-1888
E-mail: office@bnaiyeshurun.org
Website: www.bnaiyeshurun.org
Rabbi: Steven Pruzansky
Assistant Rabbi: Ari Zahtz
Manager of Synagogue Operations:
Debby Posner
Early Childhood Director: Jill Geiger
The synagogue offers three daily
minyanim, five different minyanim on
Shabbat morning, an active daily Beit
Midrash program, daily regular Torah
classes, Nursery School, youth programs
for all ages, Chai Society for seniors,
Bnot for women, and Mens Club all
within a friendly, welcoming
environment.
Teaneck
Congregation Keter Torah
(Orthodox affiliated with OU)
600 Roemer Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0180
Fax: (201) 907-0924
E-mail: info@ketertorah.org
Website: www.ketertorah.org
Rabbi: Shalom Baum
Exec. Director: Howard Gruenspecht
Youth Director: Rivki Rosenthal
Cong. Keter Torah is a rapidly-growing
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community shul. Keter Torah is a full
service Beit Knesset known for its
warmth and commitment to youth
programming, adult learning and
meaningful tefillah. The shul has an
active chessed committee and welcomes
new members of all backgrounds.
Teaneck
Congregation Netivot Shalom
(Orthodox affiliated with UTJ)
811 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (212) 290-3699
E-mail: info@netivotshalomnj.org
Website: www.netivotshalomnj.org
Rabbi: Nathaniel Helfgot
Netivot Shalom is a small, rapidly
growing Orthodox synagogue which
encourages Jews of all backgrounds to
participate in services in a meaningful
and spiritual way. It strives to make the
davening meaningful and understand-
able, and encourages members to
participate. All guests are greeted with a
friendly, inviting and non-judgmental
atmosphere. Shabbat services at 9 a.m.,
followed by Kiddush. Shacharit on
Sunday mornings at 8 a.m., Mondays and
Thursdays at 6:20 a.m.
Teaneck
Congregation Rinat Yisrael
(Orthodox - affiliated with OU)
389 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-2795
Fax: (201) 837-7881
E-mail: office@rinat.org
Website: www.rinat.org
Rabbi: Yosef Adler
Youth Directors: Martin and
Divsha Tollinsky
Office Manager: Adina Kirshner
Cong. Rinat Yisrael is an Orthodox
synagogue dedicated to maintaining
dignified, meaningful services; promoting
a serious commitment to Torah study;
and mobilizing everyone to respond to
the needs of the less fortunate and the
broader Jewish community.
Teaneck
Congregation Shaarei Orah,
Sephardic Congregation
of Teaneck
(Orthodox)
1425 Essex Street
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 357-0820
Mailing address: P.O. Box 995
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Website: sephardicteaneck.org
E-mail: info@sephardicteaneck.org
Rabbi: Howard Jachter
Tel.: (201) 966-3040
Shaarei Orah, The Sephardic
Congregation of Teaneck, was founded
to provide a warm, welcoming and
comfortable place of worship for
Sephardim of all backgrounds, and to
promote the spiritual and moral values
of tefillah, halacha and customs of
Sephardic culture.
Teaneck
Congregation Shaare Tefillah
of Teaneck
(Orthodox)
510 Claremont Street
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-4736
Website: www.shaaretefillah.org
E-mail: president@shaaretefillah.org
Contact: Mark Schwartz
Rabbi: Kenneth Schiowitz
Congregation Shaare Tefillah is located
just southwest of Route 4 in the Phelps
Park area, right over the Lincoln Place
footbridge to the West Englewood area
of Teaneck. Under the leadership of
Rabbi Kenneth Schiowitz, Shaare Tefillah
has regular services for Shabbat and
holidays, and offers babysitting for
young children.
Teaneck
Congregation Zichron
Mordechai
(Orthodox)
268 West Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-4334
We call it a Jewish education...
They just call it FUN!
Temple Avodat Shalom
385 Howland Avenue River Edge, NJ (201) 489-2463 x 204
Religious School for Pre-K through Grade 12
A vibrant Reform Jewish congregation serving Bergen County with over 465 families & 180
students in our thriving Pre-K-12 religious school. Call for details about TASTE, the
Temple Avodat Shalom Teen Experience, a fun new program for teens in the 8th12th grade.
Temple membership not required to join this program.
To learn if Temple Avodat Shalom is right for you and your family, attend any Shabbat service.
Ask about new discount membership packages for young families.
Call or visit us on the web at www.avodatshalom.net
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Website: www.zichronmordechai.org
Rabbi: Michael Taubes
Originally named Tzemach Dovid, we
renamed the congregation Zichron
Mordechai in memory of our member
Mark Rosenberg who died in the attack
on the World Trade Center. We have a
weekly shalosh seudos program with
zemiros, food and Torah. Check our
website for minyan and shiurim
schedule.
Teaneck
Jewish Center of Teaneck
Orthodox
70 Sterling Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0515
Fax: (201) 833-0511
E-mail: info@jcot.org
Website: www.jcot.org
Rabbi: Lawrence S. Zierler
Administrator: Rose Sigler
Office Hours: 9am-5pm Mon-Thurs,
9am-2:30pm Fridays and Erev Yom Tov
The Jewish Center of Teaneck is an
Orthodox synagogue with two daily
minyanim and a full program of adult
and family educational, cultural, social
and recreational activities. The Center
has a gym, basketball courts, sauna, a
swimming pool, and classrooms, as well
as two ballrooms for catered events or
lectures.
The Jewish Center of Teaneck is home to
a Shomer Shabbat Boy Scout Troop,
kids athletic and swim programs, a
nursery school, West of the Hudson
Orthodox Professionals Group, bi-
monthly Carlebach style Shabbat
davening, KinderShul Shabbat morning
program for children ages 3-8 years, a
senior nutrition center, a monthly Rabbis
Tish, REEL Judaism film series,
community lectures, chesed activities,
and an array of weekly and daily classes
in Talmud, halacha, parshat hashavuah,
ethics, and societal currents.
The Jewish Center houses Kaplen JCC on
the Palisades Center for Older Adults
in Teaneck and a special graduated ramp
makes entrance to the facility easy. This
five day a week program includes a Glatt
kosher lunch which is provided by the
Jewish Home at Rockleigh and the
following activities: bingo, exercise,
music, lectures, trips, and other programs
of interest.
For more information about the program
and for transportation information call:
201-837-1422. Please ask for Susan or
Regina.
Teaneck
Marcus Chabad House
(Lubavitch)
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
E-mail: RabbiSimon@aol.com
Website: www.chabadhouse.com
Rabbi: Ephraim Simon
The Marcus Chabad House is a project of
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County.
All Jews, regardless of background or
affiliation, are invited. There are no
membership fees or dues. There is a
daily minyan at 6:45 a.m. Shabbat
services are at 9:30 a.m., usually
followed by kiddush. Sunday morning
services are at 8 a.m. Many families who
are confined to the Hackensack
University Medical Center throughout the
year use the services of Chabad House.
The Chabad House also houses a mikva
for men only.
Teaneck
Ohr Saadya
(Orthodox)
P. O. Box 1072
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Website: www.ohrsaadya.org
Rabbi: Daniel Feldman
Teaneck
Temple Emeth
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
1666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1322
Fax: (201) 833-4831
E-mail: mschechter@emeth.org
Website: www.emeth.org
Rabbi: Steven Sirbu
Cantor: Ellen S. Tilem
Exec. Director: Marion Schechter
E-mail: mschechter@emeth.org
Religious School Principal: Dora Geld
Friedman
Early Childhood Center Director:
Sharon Floch
Assistant Rabbi: Joshua Leithton
Temple Emeth is a dynamic congregation
over 60 years old, which draws its
members from over 35 communities. In
additional to its clergy, its greatest
strengths are its educational and social
action programs, and its deeply-
committed members, both long-time
and new.
Teaneck
Yeshiva Gedolah of Teaneck
1443 Palisades Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-5920
Fax: (201) 833-5921
Rabbi: Eli Roberts
Yeshiva Gedolah offers all areas of
learning Torah for men, women, and
children.
Teaneck
Young Israel of Teaneck
(Orthodox - affiliated with Young Israel)
868 Perry Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-1710
Website: www.yiot.org
Rabbi: Pinchas Weinberger
The Young Israel of Teaneck is an
Orthodox shul serving about 160
member families in the Country Club
section of Teaneck. It offers daily
minyanim, weekly classes, youth
programming, and numerous special
events throughout the year. Young Israel
is a very warm and friendly group
experiencing growth, primarily from
younger families. All guests and new
members are welcomed.
Tenafly
Lubavitch on the Palisades
(Lubavitch)
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Fax: (201) 871-4181
E-mail: rabbi@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
Rabbi: Mordechai Shain
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 4 p.m.
Lubavitch on the Palisades serves the
community with holiday awareness
programs, community lectures, adult
education, hospital and nursing home
visitation, womens Rosh Chodesh
groups, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Clubs, Teen
Friendship clubs, junior congregations,
family Shabbatons, nursery school,
Hebrew Sunday School, and Camp Gan
Israel.
Tenafly
Temple Sinai of Bergen County
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
1 Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-3035
Fax: (201) 568-6095
E-mail: info@templesinabc.org
Website: www.templesinaibc.org
Rabbi: Jordan Millstein
Cantor: Nitza Amit-Shamah
Executive Director: Jeffrey Katz
Director of Education: Sara P. Kaplan
Early Childhood Center Director:
Risa Tannenbaum
Rabbinic Intern and Youth Advisor:
Jonah Zinn
President: Neal Klausner
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m. , Monday -
Thursday; 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Friday
Temple Sinai of Bergen County is a
dynamic congregation in which each
member engages in and experiences a
meaningful Jewish life. Blending
traditional and progressive aspects of
Judaism, our clergy, staff and leaders
collaborate to foster inspiring worship,
festive holiday celebrations, life-long
learning and a commitment to
community outreach.
We are an inclusive Temple family
engaged in strengthening a Jewish legacy
for today's generation and those of
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the future. We invite you to come and
visit us.
Township of Washington
Temple Beth Or
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
56 Ridgewood Road
Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 664-7422
Fax: (201) 722-0270
E-mail: info@templebethornj.org
Website: www.templebethornj.org
Rabbi: Ruth Zlotnick
Cantor: Regina Lambert-Hayut
Director of Lifelong Learning: Irene Bolton
Administrator: Erika Kremin
Youth Director: Shawn Fogel
Temple Beth Or is a warm, vibrant, and
multi-generational Reform Jewish
congregation. We openly welcome
individuals and families of diverse
backgrounds and ages. Our House of
Light, established by a small group
during Chanukah in 1958 in a firehouse
in Paramus, has become a meeting place
where members come to worship, study,
and celebrate meaningful milestones in
our lives. Together with our caring
clergy, inspiring music, lifelong
educational opportunities, commitment
to social action, and dedicated
leadership, we value the continuity of
Reform Judaism, Jewish culture, and our
connection to Israel.
Wanaque
Chabad Jewish Center
of Upper Passaic County
(Chabad Lubavitch)
P O Box 433
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Tel.: (201) 696-7609
Website: www.jewishhighlands.com
E-mail:mmgurkov@gmail.com
Rabbi: Mendy Gurkov
Wanaque
Lakeland Hills Jewish Center
(Conservative affiliated with USCJ)
7 Conklintown Road
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 115
Ringwood, NJ 07456
Tel.: (973) 835-4786
E-mail: office@lhjc.org
Website: www.lhjc.org
Rabbi: David Saltzman
Lakeland Hills Jewish Center is an
intimate, family-friendly synagogue,
servicing the highlands area Wanaque,
Ringwood, and West Milford.
Wayne
Chabad Center
of Passaic County
(Chabad Lubavitch)
194 Ratzer Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 694-6274
Fax: (973) 694-1093
E-mail: rabbi@jewishwayne.com
Website: JewishWayne.com
Rabbi/Exec. Director: Michel Gurkov
Religious School Principal: Chani Gurkov
Chabad Center is an Educational
Outreach Center providing hands-on
education for youth and activities for
teens, classes & programs for adults and
seniors. Some of our many ongoing
programs at Chabad include Jewish
Womens Circle, which meets monthly;
Womens Jewish Book Club; SOS, Smile
on Seniors, vibrant monthly seniors
luncheon and program; JLI, the institute
for higher Jewish education offering
courses in 6-week sessions; Mommy and
Me, weekly; Sunday morning Hebrew
School, with classes for ages 4 and up;
Youth Zone and after-school toddler
courses, including Mini-Chefs, Karate,
and Craft It classes; one-on-one learning
with adults every day of the week;
weekday morning and Shabbat services;
the Friendship Circle of Passaic County,
serving the special needs children of our
community hand-in-hand with the Jewish
Teens of Passaic County; chaplaincy at
area hospitals, nursing homes, and
assisted living centers; bar and bat
mitzvah preparation; and volunteer
services for seniors. This is only a partial
listing of what we offer. We hope that
you will stop by, introduce yourselves,
and become part of the great Chabad
family of Passaic County.
Wayne
Shomrei Torah
(Conservativeaffiliated with USCJ)
30 Hinchman Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 696-2500
Fax: (973) 696-2419
E-mail: office@shomreitorahwcc.org
Website: www.shomreitorahwcc.org
Rabbi: Randall Mark
Administrator: Melody Sandor
Religious School Director: Karen Weiss
E-mail: principal@shomreitorahwcc.org
Youth Advisor: Dassy Mark
Shomrei Torah, the Wayne Conservative
congregation, was founded in 1973.
From our humble one-room-building
beginnings to our present facility with its
jewel-like sanctuary, Shomrei Torah
continues to grow along with its
congregation. Shomrei Torah is an
egalitarian congregation.
Wayne
Temple Beth Tikvah
(Reform affiliated with URJ)
950 Preakness Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-6565
Fax: (973) 595-8192
E-mail: tbtexec@optonline.net
Website: www.templebethtikvahnj.org
Rabbi: Stephen M. Wylen
Cantor: Charles Romalis
Temple Beth Tikvah is a warm, musical
congregation. Worship is participatory,
religious school is interactively oriented.
Resource Room program available.
Committees reflect Jewish ethics and a
strong sense of community. Temple
Beth Tikvah is truly a House of Hope.
Membership is ownership here.
West New York
Congregation Shaare Zedek
(Orthodox)
5308 Palisade Avenue
West New York , NJ 07093
Tel.: (201) 867-6859
Website: www.shaarezedekwny.org
Rabbi: David Movsas
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m., Thursday
Cong. Shaare Zedek is a historic
Orthodox shul located in the North
Hudson area. Services on Shabbat at
9:30am and on holidays.
Woodcliff Lake
Temple Emanuel
of the Pascack Valley
(Conservative affiliated with USCJ)
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 391-0801
Fax: (201) 391-1719
E-mail: administration@tepv.org
Website: www.tepv.org
Rabbi: Benjamin Shull
Cantor: Mark Biddelman
Early Childhood Director: Amy Fingeret
Executive Director: Richard Tannenbaum
Director of Congregational Education:
Rabbi Shelley Kniaz
Office Hours: Mon. Thurs. 9 am 5 pm,
Fri 9 am 3 pm
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley is
an egalitarian congregation affiliated with
United Synagogue and offering daily,
evening minyans, Sabbath and Festival
services, an early childhood program,
Hebrew School, Hebrew High School,
Continuing Adult Education, youth
groups, Sisterhood, childrens services,
and a catering facility.
Woodcliff Lake
Valley Chabad
(Lubavitch)
100 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 476-0157
Fax: (201) 476-0686
E-mail: office@valleychabad.org
Website: www.valleychabad.org
Rabbi: Dov Drizin
E-mail: rabbi@valleychabad.org
Religious School Principal: Hindy Drizin
E-mail: hebrewschool@valleychabad.org
Valley Chabad is a center for Jewish life
dedicated to providing every Jew,
regardless of philosophy, affiliation, level
of awareness, or commitment, with an
open-door environment for strengthening
and enhancing Jewish life. Chabad
serves individuals and families looking
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for a non-judgmental, accepting, and
personalized Jewish experience. Valley
Chabad is enthusiastic about offering
meaningful Jewish experience,
education, and renewal opportunities for
all Jewish men, women, and children.
We offer Judaism with a smile, and a
home-away-from-home for everyone
who walks through the door. Valley
Chabad has classes, holiday programs,
lectures, a Youth Zone, Bar & Bat
Mitzvah clubs, a Hebrew school, and
synagogue services.
Wyckoff
Temple Beth Rishon
(Independent/Unaffiliated)
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 891-4466
Fax: (201) 891-0508
E-mail: templeoffice@bethrishon.org
Website: www.bethrishon.org
Rabbi: Dr. Kenneth A. Emert
Cantor: Ilan Mamber
President: Ian Zimmerman
Addison M. & Elizabeth Opper Hebrew
School Director: Rabbi Sanford Olshansky
Andrew Friedland Preschool Principal:
Debby Landesman
Youth Group Director: Jana Schwartz
Temple Beth Rishon is a vibrant
independent/unaffiliated 500-family
liberal congregation located in northwest
Bergen County. Our experienced and
caring clergy and professional staff and
outstanding lay leadership provide a
wide range of warm and innovative
opportunities for all ages. Relevant and
personally meaningful experiences are
provided for social, educational,
personal, cultural, and spiritual growth.
Our worship services are egalitarian,
participatory, and filled with joyous vocal
and instrumental music. They meet the
needs of all ages and include a variety of
services. There are many exciting
programs for holiday celebrations for all
ages.
Our preschool and Hebrew schools are
vibrant, growing and sought after
learning environments, which afford skill
building, social connections, and self-
esteem enhancement - all in a nurturing
setting that promotes positive Jewish
associations. We are proud to offer a
qualified, experienced staff, which is
dedicated to the development and
enrichment of every student. Our Tot
Shabbat program is an exciting,
welcoming and warm way to include our
youngest participants and their families
in the spiritual life of the TBR
congregation. For older children, our
model youth group provides a social
environment that promotes Jewish
identity and values.
Please visit our website
(www.bethrishon.org) to view the many
clubs and committees, as you are sure to
find something of interest, including
adult education, retreats, theater, social
action, and much more. A beautiful
catering facility is available for rent to
celebrate lifecycle parties. Our warm and
inclusive congregation welcomes you.
Havurot
Chavurah Beth Shalom
POB 417
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Or Alpine Community House
1 Old Dock Road
Alpine, NJ 07620
Tel.: (201) 567-7806
Cell: (201) 294-8028
Fax: (201) 567-5551
E-mail: chavbethshalom@aol.com
Website: www.mychavurah.org
Rabbinatbenjamin@aol.com
Rabbi/Cantor: Nathaniel Benjamin
Cantor: Janine Schwarz
Sr. Rabbinical Scholar:
Rabbi Jack Bemporad
Religious School Principal:
Barbara Schneider
A warm, informal congregation offering
small classes in the religious school,
Chavurah Beth Sholom offers an adult
Saturday morning study class a 11 a.m.
led by Rabbi Jack Bemporad and a full
range of services. Friday night services at
8 p.m.; Saturday morning services at
10:30 a.m. Private home tutoring is also
available throughout Bergen & Rockland
Counties, leading to Bar/Bat Mitzvah.
Teaneck Womens Tefillah
Contact: Judy Landau
Tel.: (201) 833-9347
E-mail: Landafa@aol.com (Subject:
Womens Tefillah)
Contact: Marcy Millman
Tel.: (201) 837-1480
Founded in 1982, this Orthodox
womens prayer group meets in
members homes. The group meets on
Simhat Torah, on Purim night for
Megillah, on Tisha BAv for a late-
evening chanting of Eicha, and on
Shavuot afternoon for a study session, in
addition to periodic Shabbat services,
including occasional bat mitzvah
celebrations.
New Jerseys Lesbian
& Gay Havurah
POB 2576
Edison, NJ 08818-2576
Tel.: (732) 650-1010
E-mail: info@njhav.org
Website: www.njhav.org
New Jerseys Lesbian & Gay Havurah is
the only state-wide organization for
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans-
gendered Jews and their friends in New
Jersey. Its members represent the full
spectrum of Jewish backgrounds and
observances.
The Progressive Havurah
of Northern New Jersey
20 Jerome Ave.
Glen Rock NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 652-7061
E-mail: havura@verizon.net
Website: havurahnnj.org
Rabbi: Jonathan S. Woll
The Progressive Havurah of Northern
New Jersey, a syngogue without walls, is
an exciting choice for Jews in the
tradition of Reform Judaism who want to
strengthen their ties to the Jewish
community through learning, worship,
social justice and fellowship.
Womens Rosh Chodesh
Groups
Chabad Womens Circle
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152, ext. 543
Contact: Naomi Gershovitz
E-mail: naomi@chabadlubavitch.org
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
The Rosh Chodesh group meets once a
month on a Tuesday evening closest to
the first day of the Hebrew month to
celebrate the new moon with refreshing,
stimulating discussion and warm
fellowship. This program is led by Rabbi
Adina Lewittes, a creative, knowledge-
able, and distinguished teacher.
R E L I G I O U S
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
Conservative
United Synagogue of
Conservative Judaism
NJ Region
1090 King Georges Post Rd., Suite 1003
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel.: (732) 738-4301
Fax: (732) 738-4304
E-mail: mid-atlantic@uscj.org
Website: www.uscj.org/njersey
Director: Michelle Rich
The United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism is the association of Conserva-
tive synagogues in North America. It
serves as a resource to its affiliated
congregations and works to formulate a
Conservative Jewish response to pressing
social and religious issues. USCJ
sponsors USY (teenage), Kadima (pre-
teens), Koach (college-age), Hazak
(mature adults) in local synagogues, and
regional and international activities. The
New Jersey Region consists of 61
congregations in Central and Northern
New Jersey.
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Lubavitch
Chabad-Lubavitch
770 Eastern Parkway
Brooklyn, NY
Website: www.chabad.org
Orthodox
Agudath Israel of America
42 Broadway
New York, NY 10004
Tel.: (212) 797-9000
National Council of Young Israel
111 John Street
New York, NY 10038
Tel.: (212) 929-1525
Website: www.youngisrael.org
E-mail: ncyi@youngisrael.org
Orthodox Union
11 Broadway
New York, NY 10004
Tel.: (212) 563-4000
Fax: (212) 564-9058
Website: www.ou.org
Since its founding 100 years ago,
the Union has served as the central
coordinating agency for American
and Canadian Orthodox Jewish
congregations. The Orthodox Union, the
central address and national spokesman
for 1,000 synagogues, is a not-for-profit
educational, outreach and social service
organization that serves the burgeoning
North American Jewish community. The
Orthodox Union is a foremost leader in
youth work, advocacy for the disabled,
synagogue services, adult education and
political action.
Reconstructionist
Jewish Reconstructionist
Federation
Beit Devora
101 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 430
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Tel.: (215) 885-5601
Fax: (215) 885-5603
E-mail: info@jrf.org
Website: www.jrf.org
The Jewish Reconstructionist Federation
(JRF), founded in 1955, is the synagogue
arm of the Reconstructionist Movement,
serving more than 100 affiliated
congregations and havurot across North
America. A broad selection of books of
contemporary Jewish interest are
published by the Reconstructionist Press,
including the lively periodical,
Reconstructionism Today, the six-volume
prayerbook series, Kol Haneshamah, a
Passover Haggadah and CD, educational
materials, musical recordings keyed to
the liturgy, and related materials.
Reform
Union for Reform Judaism
633 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 650-4000
Website: www.URJ.org/east
The Union for Reform Judaism provides
leadership and vision on spiritual, ethical
and political issues. It also offers
programmatic support to Reform
congregations as well as perpetuating
Reform Judaism. The Union provides
opportunities for its members that they
cannot provide by themselves: camps
and Israel programs, study Kallot,
national and regional biennials. As a
member of the World Union for
Progressive Judaism, the Union connects
Reform Jews in North America with
Liberal/Progressive/Reform congregations
on every continent.
Traditional
Union for Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: office@utj.org
Website: www.utj.org
Exec Director: Rabbi David Bauman
The Union for Traditional Judaism is an
organization of lay people, educators,
talmudic scholars, cantors and pulpit
rabbis who are dedicated to the
principles of Traditional Halakhic
Judaism. Through innovative outreach
projects, it hopes to bring the greatest
possible number of Jews closer to an
open-minded observant Jewish lifestyle.
R A B B I N I C A L
A N D C A N T O R I A L
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
Rabbinic Leadership
Synagogue Leadership Initiative
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3901
A twice-yearly study group, sponsored
by the Synagogue Leadership Initiative,
is open to all Rabbis in the Jewish
Federation of Northern New Jersey
service area.
Rabbinical Council
of Bergen County (RCBC)
Vaad Harabanim of Bergen County
P.O. Box 1233
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 287-9292
Fax: (201) 287-1770
E-mail: rcbc18@aol.com
President: Rabbi Shalom Baum
Exec. Director: Rabbi Meier Brueckheimer
PROVIDING JEWISH EDUCATION - EMUNAH cares for toddlers
through young adults in 140 day care centers, 5 high schools and the
EMUNAH Florence and Joseph Appleman College of Art.
CARING FOR CHILDREN - EMUNAH takes care of 12,000 children,
including 1,200 at risk in our 5 childrens residential homes.
KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER - EMUNAH operates 13 family and
crisis counseling centers throughout every corner of Israel including
Sderot and Kiryat Arba.
COMFORTING ISRAELS SENIOR CITIZENS AND
HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS - EMUNAH is there to oer services
and comfort to the elderly and we reach out to the lonely.
Help to strengthen Israels people. Donate - www.emunah.org
EMUNAH of America
7 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001 . 212.564.9045 . www.emunah.org
Fran Hirmes, National President
EMUNAH: THE ORGANIZATION THAT DOES
SO MUCH FOR SO MANY THROUGHOUT ISRAEL
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Kashrut Coordinator: Rabbi Benyamin
Taub
Chairman of Kashrut Committee:
Rabbi Chaim Pupko
North Jersey Board of Rabbis
c/o Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: 201-391-0801
President: Rabbi Benjamin Shull
The North Jersey Board of Rabbis is
committed to enhancing the life of the
North Jersey Jewish community by
furthering the interests of the
professional Rabbinate, the congregation
and the community and by visioning the
Jewish future.
Morashah
The Rabbinical Fellowship of the Union
for Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: office@utj.org
Website: www.utj.org
Director: Rabbi Jeffrey Rappoport
Morashah, the Rabbinic Fellowship of
the Union for Traditional Judaism,
provides services including rabbinic
placement to Traditional rabbis and
communities around the world.
Central Conference
of American Rabbis
(Reform)
355 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 972-3636
Website: www.ccarnet.org
E-mail: info@ccarnet.org
The Rabbinical Assembly
(Conservative)
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Tel.: (212) 280-6000
Website: www.rabbinicalassembly.org
E-mail: info@rabbinicalassembly.org
Rabbinical Council of America
(Orthodox)
305 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 807-9000
Fax: (212) 727-8452
Website: www.rabbis.org
The Rabbinical Council of America is a
dynamic professional rabbinic
organization serving over 1,100 rabbis. It
serves as a spokesman for orthodoxy on
the national and international level. It
sponsors conferences and disseminates
information on timely issues. One of its
priority goals is to generate Jewish
continuity, learning and life.
Cantorial Organizations
New Jersey Cantors Concert
Ensemble
Tel.: (732) 329-1573
Chair: Cantor Murray Simon
E-mail: cantorsimon@gmail.com
Website: www.njcce.org
The Ensemble is sponsored by the NJ
Region of the Cantors Assembly
(Conservative), but also welcomes
cantors who serve Reform,
Reconstructionist, and unaffiliated
congregations throughout New Jersey. It
is the worlds first four-part group of
male and female cantors and performs in
communities all over the state to present
the art of Jewish music and to provide
scholarship funds for students preparing
to be cantors. The Ensembles repertoire
includes classical as well as
contemporary cantorial and Jewish
choral selections.
JEWISHLIVING
B R I T M I L A H /
C I R C U M C I S I O N
A N D M O H A L I M
Victor Borden, MD
Tel.: (201) 767-7888
(recommended by URJ)
Rabbi Eliyahu Shain
Tel.: (718) 774-1111
(recommended by Lubavitch)
Cantor Eric L. Wasser,
Cert. Mohel
Tel.: (201) 562-5277
E-mail: ELW613@optonline.net
(recommended by physicians and USCJ)
Rabbi Melvin Zelefsky, M.D.
Tel.: (201) 836-5226
(recommended by Orthodox Movement)
C O N V E R S I O N
Information regarding conversion can be
obtained by contacting the various
denominations directly.
The Center for Conversion
to Judaism
752 Stelton Street
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-7552
Fax: (201) 837-8981
E-mail: ravsteve@earthlink.net
Contact: Rabbi Stephen C. Lerner,
Executive Vice President
The Center for Conversion to Judaism
provides programs and guidance for
those who are interested in exploring
Judaism, with an eye towards converting.
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conveniences for families who seek
suitable final resting places in
a locale convenient for visitation.
Economical pre-need arrangements
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Participants may select individual
tutorials or join small seminar groups of
3-5 couples or individuals. Programs are
held in Teaneck and Manhattan. The
program follows the philosophy of
Conservative Judaism, and all
conversions are completed in accordance
with Jewish law.
The Institute for Conversion
and Outreach Education
A Program of the New Jersey Rabbinical
Assembly in partnership with the United
Synagogue of Conservative Judaism,
Jersey Region
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation
Bnai Israel
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: thefljc@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
This year we will offer a class at the Fair
Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation Bnai
Israel. It is called Explore Judaism, a free
three week course that will discuss the
basic aspects of Jewish life: Believing,
Doing and Belonging. All are welcome,
Jews and non-Jews, those in interfaith
relations, those who seek to convert to
Judaism as well as Jews who want to
learn more about their religion.
D E A T H A N D D Y I N G
Burial in Israel
To make arrangements for burial in Israel,
please contact one of the local funeral
homes.
Chevra Kadisha/
Funeral Ritual Preparation
Please check with your synagogue or the
funeral home.
Chevra Kadisha, Fair Lawn
Shomrei Torah Orthodox Cong.
Tel.: (201) 791-7910
Chevra Kadisha, Teaneck
In Teaneck/Bergenfield, each of the
following synagogues has its own chevra
kadisha. Call the synagogue office for
contact information.
Cong. Beth Aaron (201) 836-6210
Cong. Beth Abraham (201) 384-
0434
Cong. Bnai Yeshurun (201) 836-8916
Cong. Keter Torah (201) 907-0180
Cong. Rinat Yisrael (201) 216-4688
(pager)
Cemeteries
The following are cemeteries that are
either Jewish or contain a Jewish section.
(Information courtesy of Jerry Nathans,
Jewish Historical Society of North Jersey)
For information contact
Robin Rochlin
201-820-3970
robinr@jfnnj.org
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Ahavath Joseph Cemetery,
Brockhuizen Lane, Hawthorne
Bay View Cemetery,
321 Garfield Ave., Jersey City,
(201) 433-2400
Beth El Cemetery,
(201) 261-7878
Bnai Jacob Cemetery,
Passaic Avenue, Lodi
Bnai Jeshurun Cemetery,
View Place, Clifton
Flower Hill Cemetery,
5433 Kennedy Boulevard,
North Bergen
(201) 867-0013
Hoboken Cemetery,
5500 Tonnelle Ave., North Bergen,
(201) 867-0635
King Solomon Cemetery,
Dwas Line Road, Clifton
McBride Avenue Cemetery,
West Paterson
Menorah Cemetery,
East Ridgelawn/Passaic Avenue, Clifton
Midland Avenue Cemetery,
Saddle Brook
Mt. Nebo Cemetery, Cong. Bnai Jeshurun,
195 Totowa Road, Totowa
New Mt. Zion Cemetery,
Orient Way, Lyndhurst
(201) 438-1612
North Arlington Cemetery,
Belleville Turnpike, North Arlington
Passaic Junction Cemetery,
Dewey Avenue, Saddle Brook
Riverview Drive Cemetery,
Riverview Drive, Totowa
Workmens Circle Cemetery,
Chobot Lane, Elmwood Park
Cemetery Association
of the Jewish Federation
P O Box 211
Branchville, NJ 07826
Tel.: (973) 948-7901
Mt. Moriah Cemetery
685 Fairview Avenue
Fairview, NJ 07022
Tel.: (201) 943-6163
Fax: (201) 943-7002
Website: www.mountmoriahcemetery
ofnewjersey.org
Beth El Cemetery
Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Mailing address: POB 329
Westwood, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 261-7878
Fax: (201) 262-6762
Cedar Park Cemetery
Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Mailing address:
POB 329
Westwood, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 262-1100
Fax: (201) 262-6762
Website:
www.cedarparkbethelcemeteries.com
Above-ground Jewish burial.
Sanctuary of Abraham
and Sarah Mausoleum
Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Mailing address:
POB 786
Paramus, NJ 07653
Tel.: (201) 262-1128
Fax: (201) 262-4007
Riverside Cemetery
12 Market Street
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Tel.: (201) 843-7660, 1-877-843-7101
Fax: (201) 843-5268
E-mail: info@riversidecemetery.org
Website: www.riversidecemetery.org
Office Hours: 8 a.m. 4 p.m., Monday
Friday; 8 a.m. 1 p.m., Sunday
Riverside Cemetery has served the
Jewish community of New Jersey for
nearly a century by providing a
dignified, traditional resting place for
loved ones. The cemetery offers
professionally manicured gravesites set
within a serene natural setting.
Funeral Homes
The explanatory information was provided
by the funeral homes themselves
Jewish Memorial Chapel
841 Allwood Road
Clifton, NJ 07012
Tel.: (973) 779-3048
Fax (973) 779-3191
Allen Edelstein, Mgr. NJ License # 3402
Website: www.JewishMemorialChapel.org
A community owned and operated non-
profit Jewish funeral home since 1921.
Gutterman and Musicant Jewish
Funeral Directors
402 Park Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: 1-800-522-0588
Alan L. Musicant, Mgr. N.J.Lic.No.2890
Martin D. Kasdan, N.J. Lic.No. 4482
Irving Kleinberg N.J. Lic.No. 2517
Shawn Salamon N.J. Lic. No.4910
Dir. Advanced Planning
For generations our families have
provided Jewish funeral management to
those we have been honored to serve.
We continue to be Jewish family
managed, knowing that caring people
provide caring service.
With great pride, we understand that
since biblical times, the value of kavod
hameit, respect for the dead, has been
part of Jewish tradition, as well as our
commitment to every family we serve.
We now have a Veterans Wall of Honor
for all to see and we have a memorial
service annually to add the names for
the prior year.
We also place an American flag and a
JWV Flag holder and plaque on the
grave of every veteran we serve.
Shawn Salamon, our Director of
Advanced Planning is on staff full time
and specializes in advanced planning
consultations. He is available to meet at
your convenience at the funeral home or
in your own home
We offer a variety of grief support
pamphlets to help guide those who have
experienced a loss or are in the process
of traveling the path of end-of-life issues.
We also provide professional community
safety programs for children and adults
in your community at absolutely no cost
to you.
Wien & Wien Inc.
Memorial Chapels
402 Park Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: 1-800 322-0533
Alan L. Musicant, Mgr., N.J. Lic. No.2890
Riverside Memorial Chapel
of NJ
402 Park Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: 1-877-652-7326
Martin D. Kasdan, Mgr., N.J. Lic. No.4482
www.GuttermanMusicantWien.com
Eden Memorial Chapels
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-3336
888-700-EDEN
Website: www.edenmemorial.com
Providing the most convenient chapels
available in the tri-state area. Our new
facility, located one block from the
George Washington Bridge, is considered
New Jerseys newest Jewish funeral
chapel and is allied with all metropolitan
cemeteries. Licensed in New York, New
Jersey, and Florida, worldwide
arrangements available. Eden is known
for its attention to detail among the
Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform
communities and prides itself on the
family-owned philosophy of superior
service with fair and balanced pricing.
Pre-planning and FDIC-insured pre-
funding services are available.
Gutterman Bros.,
Funeral Directors
851 Kennedy Boulevard
Bayonne, NJ 07002
and
60 N. Beverwyck Road
Lake Hiawatha, NJ 07034
Tel.: (866) 473-3700
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GUTTERMAN AND MUSICANT
JEWISH FUNERAL DIRECTORS
402 PARK STREET HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
8005220588
ALAN L. MUSICANT, Mgr., N.J. Lic. No. 2890
MARTIN D. KASDAN, N.J. Lic. No. 4482
IRVING KLEINBERG, N.J. Lic. No. 2517
SHAWN SALAMON, N.J. Lic. No. 4910 (Advance Planning Director)
WIEN & WIEN, INC. MEMORIAL CHAPELS
402 PARK STREET, HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
8003220533
ALAN L. MUSICANT, Mgr., N.J. Lic. No. 2890
RIVERSIDE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF N.J.
402 PARK STREET, HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
8776527326
MARTIN D. KASDAN, Mgr., N.J. Lic. No. 4482
GuttermanMusicantWien.com
ALAN L. MUSICANT MARTIN D. KASDAN
We continue to be Jewish family managed,
knowing that caring people provide caring service.
Our Director of Advanced Planning is on staff full time and specializes in advanced planning
consultations. He is available to meet at your convenience at the funeral home or in your own home.
As an actor, I have played many roles over my long career,
but perhaps the most important has been Tevye in Fiddler
on The Roof. I performed it more than 2,000 times. It has
meant so much to me to portray this symbol of the struggle
to keep the Jewish faith and its traditions alive.
I have a deep understanding and appreciation of this
struggle, and I believe that the Dignity Memorial

networks Jewish funeral providers understand this


struggle as well.
Many of them have been working for generations to
preserve Jewish traditions, often in the face of tremendous
change. They understand our needs, because they share
our history and experiences and our values.
Thats why I trusted my Dignity Memorial provider with
my own funeral planning, and why you, too, should trust
them with all of your traditional Jewish funeral needs.
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Website: www.GuttermanBrothers.com
Executive Director: Lawrence P.
Gutterman, Mgr-NJ Lic No. 4507
Family owned and operated by the
Gutterman family.
Louis Suburban Chapel
13-01 Broadway (Route 4 West)
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-0015 / (800) 525-3834
Fax: (201) 797-5110
Website: www.louissuburbanchapel.com
George Louis, Founder
Richard Louis, Mgr. NJ Lic. No. 3088
A second-generation, independent,
Jewish family-owned and -operated
exclusive Jewish funeral chapel.
Complete at-need and pre-need
planning. At a time of loss, your family
deserves compassionate care.
Robert Schoems
Menorah Chapel
W-150 Route 4, East
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 843-9090
Fax: (201) 291-2995
Website: www.schoemschapel.com
Manager: Gary Schoem, NJ Lic. No. 3811
A family-owned and -operated funeral
home, the Menorah Chapel offers pre-
paid and pre-need planning, graveside
services, and handicap accessibility from
the large parking lot. Twenty-four hour
emergency service provided.
Living Will
A Living Will and Healthcare proxy is a
legal document designed to present
decisions about medical care, should one
be unable to communicate those
decisions.
Agudath Israel
42 Broadway
New York, NY 10004
Tel.: (212) 797-9000
Fax: (646) 254-1600
Rabbinical Council of America
305 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 807-9000
Fax: (212) 727-8452
Website: www.rabbis.org
United Synagogue of
Conservative Judaism
1090 King Georges Road, Suite 1003
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel.: (732) 738-4301
Fax: (732) 738-4304
Website: www.uscj.org
Union for Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive
Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
Website: www.utj.org
E-mail: office@utj.org
Monuments
Miller Memorials Company
45 Samworth Road
Clifton, NJ 07012
Tel.: (973) 773-9893, 800-709-1231
Fax: (973) 773-9337
E-mail: millermemorials@aol.com
Contact: Mitch Miller, President
Monuments, markers, plaques,
inscriptions. Serving all north New Jersey
and New York cemeteries.
Jerusalem Stone & Monument
130 Van Nostrand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 674-7900
Fax: (201) 342-2410
Website:
www.jerusalemstonemonument.com
Contact: David Subin
Hours: By appointment only
Memorials for shuls, schools, special
dedications.
Sprung Monuments
402 Park Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 488-1667
Fax: (201) 488-8728
Contact: John Lange
D I V O R C E / G E T
You may contact your rabbi or the various
denominations directly.
Rabbi Adam Berner, Esq.
One University Plaza
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 836-0666
Fax: (201) 336-9130
E-mail: Adam@MediationOffices.com
Website: www.MediationOffices.com
Family & Divorce Mediator affiliated with
local rabbinic courts (beth dins).
Rabbi Howard Jachter
315 Churchill Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-1929
Fax: (201) 833-4342
E-mail: HMJachter@msn.com
Get (Jewish divorce) administrator
affiliated with Rabbinical Court of
Elizabeth, NJ serving the extended New
York metropolitan area. Recognized by
the Israeli Chief Rabbinate.
Rabbi Stanley Asekoff
Bnai Shalom
300 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ 07052
Tel.: (973) 731-0160
Fax: (973) 731-1160
E-mail: jcworav@aol.com
National Bet Din of Conservative Judaism
E R U V / E N C L O S U R E
Surrounding a community to allow
carrying on Shabbat
Bergenfield
Tel.: (201) 530-0222
Englewood
Hot line number: (201) 568-3116
Fair Lawn
Hot line number: (201) 797-0502
Fort Lee
Hot line number: (201) 592-1119
Paramus
There is a green light on the front of Cong.
Khal Adath Jeshurun indicating whether
the eruv is functioning.
Teaneck
Hot line number: (201) 530-0222
There are red and green lights in some
Orthodox synagogues to signal whether
the eruv is functioning.
G E N E T I C T E S T I N G
Breast Cancer screening for the BRCA 1
gene is available at local hospitals
Englewood Hospital
and Medical Center
350 Engle Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 894-3202
Fax: (201) 894-1722
Holy Name Medical Center
718 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-3000
Fertility Institute of NJ and NY
Directors: Zalman Levine, MD,
Daniel Navot, MD
400 Old Hook Road
Westwood, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 666-4200
Fax: (201) 666-2262
Website: www.center4ivf.com
For genetically-inherited diseases such as
Canavans, Gaucher Disease and Tay-
Sachs, which are most prevalent in the
Ashkenazi Jewish populations, testing,
either pre-natal or pre-marriage, is
available at local hospitals. For informa-
tion on these diseases, please contact:
the following foundations.
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Its All About
the Details
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The most serious side effects seen in patients in clinical trials with VPRIV were
allergic reactions. Patients who have experienced allergic reactions to VPRIV or to
other enzyme replacement therapy should proceed with caution.
The most common side effects observed in clinical trials in patients treated
with VPRIV were infusion-related and included: headache, dizziness, low blood
pressure, high blood pressure, nausea, weakness/fatigue, and fever. Generally,
infusion-related reactions were mild and, in newly treated patients, occurred mostly
during the rst 6 months of treatment and tended to occur less frequently with time.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please see Brief Summary of the full Prescribing Information
on reverse side for additional Important Safety Information.
In the treatment of type 1 Gaucher disease
Talk to your doctor about VPRIV.
For more information,
go to vpriv.com.
VPRIV is available by prescription only.
INDICATION
VPRIV is a hydrolytic lysosomal glucocerebroside-
specic enzyme indicated for long-term enzyme
replacement therapy (ERT) for pediatric and adult
patients with type 1 Gaucher disease.
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www.vpriv.com
VPRIV is a registered trademark of Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. 700 Main St., Cambridge, MA 02139
2010 Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. US/VEL-00223-Dec10
Please see full Prescribing Information at www.vpriv.com.
VPRIV

(velaglucerase alfa for injection) Rx Only


BRIEF SUMMARY: Consult the Full Prescribing Information for complete product information.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
VPRIV is a hydrolytic lysosomal glucocerebroside-specic enzyme indicated for long-termenzyme
replacement therapy (ERT) for pediatric and adult patients with type 1 Gaucher disease.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Therecommendeddoseis60Units/kgadministeredeveryother weekasa60-minuteintravenousinfusion.
Patients currently being treated with imiglucerase for type 1 Gaucher disease may be switched
to VPRIV. Patients previously treated on a stable dose of imiglucerase are recommended to begin
treatment with VPRIV at that same dose when they switch fromimiglucerase to VPRIV.
Dosage adjustments can be made based on achievement and maintenance of each patients
therapeutic goals. Clinical studies have evaluated doses ranging from 15 Units/kg to 60 Units/kg
every other week.
VPRIV should be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
None.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Hypersensitivity Reactions
Hypersensitivity reactions have beenreportedinpatients inclinical studies withVPRIV[see ADVERSE
REACTIONS]. As with any intravenous protein product, hypersensitivity reactions are possible,
therefore appropriate medical support should be readily available when VPRIV is administered. If
a severe reaction occurs, current medical standards for emergency treatment are to be followed.
Treatment with VPRIV should be approached with caution in patients who have exhibited symptoms
of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or excipients in the drug product or to other enzyme
replacement therapy.
Infusion-related Reactions
Infusion-related reactions were the most commonly observed adverse reactions in patients treated
with VPRIV in clinical studies. The most commonly observed symptoms of infusion-related reactions
were: headache, dizziness, hypotension, hypertension, nausea, fatigue/asthenia, andpyrexia. Generally
the infusion-related reactions were mild and, in treatment-nave patients, onset occurred mostly
during the rst 6 months of treatment and tended to occur less frequently with time.
The management of infusion-related reactions should be based on the severity of the reaction, e.g.
slowing the infusion rate, treatment with medications such as antihistamines, antipyretics and/or
corticosteroids, and/or stopping and resuming treatment with increased infusion time.
Pre-treatment with antihistamines and/or corticosteroids may prevent subsequent reactions in
those cases where symptomatic treatment was required. Patients were not routinely pre-medicated
prior to infusion of VPRIV during clinical studies.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Clinical Studies Experience
The data described belowreect exposure of 94 patients with type 1 Gaucher disease who received
VPRIV at doses ranging from15 Units/kg to 60 Units/kg every other week in 5 clinical studies. Fifty-
four (54) patients were nave to ERT and received VPRIV for 9 months and 40 patients switched
fromimiglucerase to VPRIV treatment and received VPRIV for 12 months [see CLINICAL STUDIES].
Patients were between 4 and 71 years old at time of rst treatment with VPRIV, and included 46
male and 48 female patients.
The most serious adverse reactions in patients treated with VPRIV were hypersensitivity reactions
[see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
The most commonly reported adverse reactions (occurring in 10% of patients) that were
considered related to VPRIV are shown in Table 2. The most common adverse reactions were
infusion-related reactions.
Because clinical trials are conductedunder widely varyingconditions, adverse reactionrates observed
in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another
drug and may not reect the rates observed in practice.
Table 2: Adverse Reactions Observed in 10% of Patients with Type 1 Gaucher Disease Treated
with VPRIV [Nave to ERT (N = 54), Switched from imiglucerase to VPRIV (N = 40)] Number of
Patients (%)Nervous systemdisorders: Headache 19 (35.2%), 12 (30%), Dizziness 12 (22.2%),
3 (7.5%); Gastrointestinal disorders: Abdominal pain 10 (18.5%), 6 (15%), Nausea 3 (5.6%), 4
(10%); Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Back pain 9 (16.7%), 7 (17.5%), Joint
pain (knee) 8 (14.8%), 3 (7.5%); Infections and infestations: Upper respiratory tract infection 17
(31.5%), 12 (30%); Investigations: Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged 6 (11.1%),
2 (5%); General disorders and administration site conditions: Infusion-related reaction* 28
(51.9%), 9 (22.5%), Pyrexia 12 (22.2%), 5 (12.5%), Asthenia/Fatigue 7 (13%), 5 (12.5%).
*Denotes any event considered related to and occurring within up to 24 hours of VPRIV infusion.
Less common adverse reactions affecting more than one patient (>3% in the treatment-nave
group and >2% in the patients switched from imiglucerase to VPRIV treatment) were bone pain,
tachycardia, rash, urticaria, ushing, hypertension, and hypotension.
Pediatric Patients
All adult adverse reactions to VPRIV are considered relevant to pediatric patients (ages 4 to 17
years). Adverse reactions more commonly seen in pediatric patients compared to adult patients
include (>10%difference): upper respiratory tract infection, rash, aPTT prolonged, and pyrexia.
Immunogenicity
As with all therapeutic proteins, there is a potential for immunogenicity. In clinical studies,
1 of 54 treatment-nave patients treated with VPRIV developed IgGclass antibodies to VPRIV. In this
patient, the antibodies were determined to be neutralizing in an in vitro assay. No infusion-related
reactions were reported for this patient. It is unknown if the presence of IgG antibodies to VPRIV is
associatedwithahigher risk of infusionreactions. Patients withanimmune response to other enzyme
replacement therapies who are switching to VPRIV should continue to be monitored for antibodies.
Immunogenicity assay results are highly dependent on the sensitivity and specicity of the assay.
Additionally, the observed incidence of antibody positivity in an assay may be inuenced by several
factors, including assay methodology, sample handling, timing of sample collection, concomitant
medications, and underlying disease. For these reasons, comparison of the incidence of antibodies
to VPRIV with the incidence of antibodies to other products may be misleading.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No drug-drug interaction studies have been conducted.
USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
Pregnancy: Pregnancy Category B.
Reproduction studies with velaglucerase alfa have been performed in pregnant rats at intravenous
doses up to 17 mg/kg/day (102 mg/m
2
/day, about 1.8 times the recommended human dose of
60Units/kg/day or 1.5mg/kg/day or 55.5mg/m
2
/day basedonthe body surface area). Reproduction
studies have been performed in pregnant rabbits at intravenous doses up to 20 mg/kg/day
(240 mg/m
2
/day, about 4.3 times the recommended human dose of 60 Units/kg/day based on the
body surface area). These studies did not reveal any evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the
fetus due to velaglucerase alfa.
Apre- andpostnatal development study inrats showedno evidence of any adverse effect onpre- and
postnatal development at doses up to 17 mg/kg (102 mg/m
2
/day, about 1.8 times the recommended
human dose of 60 Units/kg/day based on the body surface area). There are, however, no adequate
and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not
always predictive of human response, VPRIV should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
Nursing Mothers: There are no data fromstudies in lactating women. It is not known whether this
drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be
exercised when VPRIV is administered to a nursing woman.
Pediatric Use: The safety and effectiveness of VPRIV have been established in patients between
4 and 17 years of age. Use of VPRIV in this age group is supported by evidence fromadequate and
well-controlled studies of VPRIV in adults and pediatric [20 of 94 (21%)] patients. The safety and
efcacy proles were similar between pediatric and adult patients [see ADVERSE REACTIONS and
CLINICAL STUDIES]. The safety of VPRIV has not been established in pediatric patients younger
than 4 years of age.
Geriatric Use: During clinical studies 4 patients aged 65 or older were treated with VPRIV. Clinical
studies of VPRIVdidnot include sufcient numbers of subjects aged65andover to determine whether
they respond differently fromyounger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identied
differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. In general, dose selection for
an elderly patient should be approached cautiously, considering potential comorbid conditions.
OVERDOSAGE
There is no experience with overdose of VPRIV.
VPRIV is manufactured by:
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
700 Main Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
VPRIV is a registered trademark of Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
2010 Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
February 2010 40-0510 Rev. 1 US/VEL-00233
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National Gaucher Foundation
(NGF)
2227 Idlewood Road, Suite 6
Tucker, GA 30084
Tel.: (800) 504-3189
Fax: (770) 934-2911
E-mail: ngf@gaucherdisease.org
Website: www.gaucherdisease.org
There are treatments available. Please
see our website for more information.
National Tay-Sachs and
Associated Diseases Associates
1202 Lexington Avenue, #288
New York, NY 10028
Tel.: (888) 354-7788
Fax: (888) 354-4884
E-mail: info@ntsad-ny.org
Website: www.ntsad-ny.org
Prevention of Tay-Sachs and related
genetic diseases through research,
education, and carrier screening.
Information, support, and referral
services for affected individuals and
families and medical professionals, as
well as the public at large.
I N T E R F A I T H
P R O G R A M S
Some synagogues may also offer
interfaith programs.
Keruv Program
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation
Bnai Israel
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: thefljc@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
With the assistance of our Mens Progress
Club we are joining a national program
of the Conservative Movement to draw
intermarried couples, their children and
their extended families into increased
affiliation and activity in Jewish life. We
intend to make our synagogue more
inclusive of people who may have been
in the past on the periphery of the
congregation or the community.
Discussions and special programs will
include a group for the parents of
intermarried Jews, and how interfaith
families deal with the December
Dilemmas. We have also sponsored a
three week class, called, Explore
Judaism.
The Institute for Conversion
and Outreach Education
A Program of the New Jersey Rabbinical
Assembly in partnership with the United
Synagogue of Conservative Judaism,
Jersey Region
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation
Bnai Israel
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: thefljc@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
This year we will offer a class at the Fair
Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation Bnai
Israel. It is called Explore Judaism, a free
three week course that will discuss the
basic aspects of Jewish life: Believing,
Doing and Belonging. All are welcome,
Jews and non-Jews, those in interfaith
relations, those who seek to convert to
Judaism as well as Jews who want to
learn more about their religion.
M A R R I A G E
Please contact your Rabbi, your local
synagogue or the various denominations
to arrange for a Jewish wedding ceremony.
ME Z U Z A H C H E C K I N G
Yeshiva Ohr Simcha
of Englewood
101 West Forest Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 816-1800, ext. 6
Contact: Rabbi B
Website: www.yeshivaoh.com
E-mail: yeshivaoh@aol.com
Friends of Lubavitch
of Bergen County
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
Executive Director: Rabbi Ephraim Simon
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Fax: (201) 871-4181
E-mail: rabbi@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
Rabbi: Mordechai Shain
Rabbi Abraham Teicher
742 Chestnut Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-8376
Fax: (201) 836-4715
O R G A N D O N A T I O N
Organ donation is permissible, and even
obligatory, if there is no risk to the donor,
according to most rabbis and Jewish
religious movements. For further guidance,
consult your Rabbi.
The Halachic Organ Donor
Society
49 West 45th Street, 10th floor
New York, NY 10036
Tel.: (212) 213-5087
Fax: (212) 213-9451
E-mail: admin@hods.org
Website: www.hods.org
Executive Director: Robby Berman
HOD Society disseminates information
regarding Halachic issues and Rabbinic
opinions concerning organ donation and
offers card-carrying membership in a
society that allows people to donate
organs in accordance with their
particular Halachic belief.
R I T U A L B A T H S /
M I K V A O T
Listings are alphabetical by town.
Mikvah Association
of Englewood
89 Huguenot Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-1443
Fair Lawn Mikvah
19-10 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-0350
Claire Katzenstein Mikvah of
Paramus at Cong. Khal Adath
Jeshurun
140 Arnot Place
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 967-9894
Website: www.kajp.org/mikvah.html
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The explanatory material was submitted
by the schools themselves.
The school listings are alphabetical by
town and are then further alphabetized
within the towns.
Toddler-Parent Programs
Temple Beth El Nursery School
Closter
Tel.: (201) 768-3726
Fax: (201) 768-1635
Website: www.tbenv.org
Nursery School Director: Amy Nelson
The Nursery School/Parenting Center
provides a warm and nurturing child-
centered environment where the children
are active participants in the learning
process. The program begins with
Mommy and Me classes, which include
developmentally appropriate activities
for children aged 10-30 months as well
as supportive discussion groups for
parents.
The Shirley & Paul Pintel
Nursery School of
The Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-9434
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: FLJCgan@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
Early Childhood Director: Rona Klein
Mommy/Grandma & Me is a twenty
two session program which takes place
twice a week for one hour and fifteen
minutes. The program is designed for
parents (and/or grandparents) and their
toddlers fourteen to twenty four months.
Each class consists of fun filled activities
including social interaction time for
toddler and parent, an interactive circle
time which includes songs, musical
instruments, arts and crafts, bubble time
and story time.
Friends of Lubavitch
of Bergen County
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
E-mail: RabbiSimon@aol.com
Website: www.chabadhouse.com
Rabbi: Ephraim Simon
Led by Mrs. Nechamy Simon
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Parenting Center
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1437
Fax: (201) 569-7448
Contact: Lisa Sternbach
The Early Childhood Parenting Center
offers many classes, including Mom/Baby
Yoga, Mommy and Me, Infant/Toddler
Play, Art, Music, Social Interaction, and
discussion groups for parents. Children
in groups range in age from newborn
through 3-years of age. The Center now
features many new programs, including
bilingual classes in Russian and Hebrew.
The Parenting Center
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Contact: Anette McGarity, ext. 5662
E-mail: amcgarity@yjcc.org
The YJCCs Parenting Center offers year-
round programming designed to provide
information, guidance, resources and
support for parents of children from
newborn through 24 months. From
playgroups to music classes, there are
numerous opportunities for new parents
to bond with their babies and develop a
social network at the same time.
Facilitated discussions with guest
specialists are scheduled periodically for
toddler playgroups.
Infant Toddler Program
(Newborn to 2 years)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Contact: Johanna Sohinki
The Infant Toddler program offers
classes designed to enable parents and
their infants and toddlers to socialize in a
fun, supportive and educational
environment. Children, parents and
teachers all have the opportunity to
explore and discover through play, art,
and music. Parents also have the
opportunity to discuss developmental
stages and family life issues, as well as
participate in discussion groups led by
professional facilitators. The Center is
featuring many exciting new options.
Call Tina Schweid at 201-408-1438;
tschweid@jccotp.org.
Mother-Baby Yoga
(newborn-8 months)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Bond with your baby through stretching,
strengthening and relaxing.
Movin' and Groovin
(16-26 months)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Toddler learns a lot from moving and
listening to music. Parents can join other
families in a variety of music, movement,
dance, and hands-on activities.
Temple Sinai
Early Childhood Center
(Reform)
One Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-6867
Fax: (201) 568-6095
Website: www.templesinaibc.org
E-mail: ecc@templesinabc.org
Director: Risa Tannenbaum
Discover the early childhood gem right
in your backyard for children from age
12 months througKindergarten -
including extended days!
Accredited by the National Association
for the Education of Young Children,
your child benefits from our commitment
to the principle that the early childhood
years are the ideal time to begin a child's
education as well as his or her Jewish
education. Through the celebration of
Shabbat, holiday festivals and more,
children learn and gain an appreciation
of our heritage.
Offering a nurturing, developmentally
appropriate curriculum with an excellent
teacher/child ratio, the center fosters
positive self-esteem and confidence
through experiential play-based learning.
All early childhood classes take place in
large bright, sunny classrooms. Sports,
music and nature enrich our curriculum.
A state-of-the-art, large outdoor
playground with two age-specific areas
incorporate a water play feature as well
as climbing apparatus, sand play
(covered sand boxes), tryke track
(scooter area) and more.
Temple Beth Or Holiday
Happenings Program
56 Ridgewood Road
Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 722-0269
Fax: (201) 664-7214
E-mail: ibolton@templebethornj.org
Website: www.templebethornj.org
Director of Lifelong Learning: Irene Bolton
We welcome young children ages 2-6
and their parents and grandparents to
this fun and interactive program.
Through crafts, stories, songs and snacks,
families enjoy learning about Jewish
holidays and traditions. Held five times a
year, this program is open to the public
and is without charge. Check our
website or call Temple Beth Or for dates
and times.
Temple Emanuel Early
Childhood Program
(Conservative)
Come Play with Me
87 Overlook Drive
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Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 391-8329
Early Childhood Director: Amy Fingeret
E-mail: amy@tepv.org
Website: tepv.org
The acclaimed Come Play With Me
program offers the best combination of
experiences and nurturing to provide the
very young child a strong foundation for
learning. Programs begin with infants
through 24 months.
Through play, gross motor activities,
music and movement and art activities,
the staff provides an atmosphere of
caring and respect. The young child
develops a sense of autonomy of caring
and respect.
For children turning one by Oct. 1st
classes are Wednesdays 9:15-10:15am.
For children turning 2 between Oct 1st
and March 1st classes are Tuesdays
9:15-10:30am.
Free Drop in Playgroup for infants
12 months, twice a month Fridays
10-11:30am.
Exploration, experimentation, and
sensory experiences are the ideal way for
a child to learn.
New to the area? This is a great way to
make new friends. Call for more
information
Daycare
Gan Aviv
21 West Main Street
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-6111, (888) GAN-AVIV
Fax: (201) 384-6133
E-mail: info@ganaviv.com
Website: www.ganavivdaycare.com
Director: Karen Adler
Assistant Director: Danielle Feuer
This Jewish school for children ages three
months through Pre-K offers a full-year
calendar, bilingual Hebrew and English,
and a complete academic program. We
offer age-appropriate activities focusing
on the physical, emotional, and social
needs of each child in a nurturing and
safe environment.
Gan Yaldenu Tots
160 Woodbine Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel: (201) 385-7500
Director: Etti Benvenisti
Infants to three years
Anshei Lubavitch Day Care
Centers
(Orthodox--Lubavitch)
10-10 Plaza Road and
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 794-3770
Website: www.flchabad.com
E-mail: rabbi@flchabad.com
The Anshei Lubavitch Day Care Centers
in Fair Lawn offer full- and half-day
preschool for ages 1-5. Extended hours
are available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Both
facilities have spacious classrooms, with
indoor and outdoor playgrounds. The
teachers provide a warm and loving
atmosphere, with lots of love and
personal attention. Visits from
community helpers, professional
storytellers, music and movement, gym,
Shabbat parties, and specialty Judaic
programs bring added excitement to our
educational curriculum. We are fully
licensed and insured.
Dor Hadash Nursery at
Solomon Schechter Day School
of Bergen County
275 McKinley Ave.
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 417 6777
Website: http://www.dorhadash-prek.com/
Dor Hadash Nursery at SSDS is a warm,
nurturing Jewish environment. Our goal
is to teach the children according to their
own individual pace. We educate the
children by providing first hand sensory
experiences. We implement in our
School, Yoga, Brain Gym, and offer
music, gym and movement. Dor Hadash
Nursery follows the Israeli model of
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teaching with the necessary modifications
for the American community.
In our center, we celebrate and cherish
our Jewish identity by celebrating the
Jewish holidays and teaching the
children about our roots. We are proud
of our Hebrew immersion program and
consider ourselves a pluralist school. Our
staff is made up of professional
educators, all CPR Certified. Dor Hadash
Nursery at SSDS is a NJ licensed and
fully insured School.
We accept children 3 months old to
3 1/2 years old. We are open from
7:50 am to 6:30 pm and provide the
parents with a flexible schedule. Part
time is available as well.
Dor Hadash is a Kosher environment
(Dairy)
Extended Care
(Ages 16 months to 3 years)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCC Extended Care program is fully
licensed by the NJ Dept. of Youth and
Family Services and offers a safe,
nurturing environment for children from
16 months to 3 years old. Highly
qualified teachers and assistants provide
full time programs with an enriching,
developmentally appropriate curriculum
and many specialty activities. Classes
have 4:1 ratio of children to staff. The
school maintains a full-time nurse and a
fully CPR/First Aid trained staff. For more
information, contact Lisa Isadore,
program supervisor, 201-408-1433 or
lisadore@jccotp.org.
Nursery and Pre-School
Gan Aviv
21 West Main Street
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-6111, (888) GAN-AVIV
Fax: (201) 384-6133
E-mail: info@ganaviv.com
Website: www.ganavivdaycare.com
Director: Karen Adler
Assistant Director: Danielle Feuer
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16-00 Pollitt Drive
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel,: (201) 509-8989
We offer age-appropriate activities
focusing on the physical, emotional, and
social needs of each child in a nurturing
and safe environment. This Jewish
school for children ages three months
through PreK offers a full-year calendar,
bilingual Hebrew and English, and a
complete academic program. The Fair
Lawn branch has a kindergarten
program.
Temple Beth El Nursery School
(Reform)
221 Schraalenburgh Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 768-3726
Fax: (201) 768-1635
Website: www.tbenv.org
Nursery School Director: Amy Nelson
Ages: 2 5 years
The Nursery School/Parenting Center
provides a warm and nurturing child-
centered environment where the children
are active participants in the learning
process. The nursery school program
begins at two years of age and continues
through pre-kindergarten. Through play
and first-hand sensory experiences,
children explore their environment and
master skills, while developing a love of
learning, a positive self-image and a
sense of community. Jewish identity is
enhanced by celebrating Shabbat and the
holidays through songs, stories,
puppetry, crafts and cooking.
The Moriah School
(Orthodox co-ed)
53 S. Woodland Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-0208
Fax: (201) 567-7402
E-mail: info@moriahschool.org
Website: www.moriahschool.org
Early Childhood Director: Divsha Tollinsky
See page 84
Kol Chaverim Pre-school
8-12 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 509-8433
Website: www.kolchaverim.com
E-mail: info@kolchaverim.com
Director: Elana Ochs
Ages newborn -K
We have a dual Hebrew and English
program and a small student-to-teacher
ratio. We offer flexible hours 7am-
6:30pm and are open late Friday
afternoons.
The Shirley and Paul Pintel
Nursery School of the
Fair Lawn Jewish Center
(Conservative affiliated with USCJ)
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-9434
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: FLJCgan@aol.com
Website: www.fljc.com
Early Childhood Director: Rona L. Klein
Hours: 9 a.m. 3:15 p.m.; extended
hours available, 7:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m.
Flexible full-day schedules are available
for ages 2-5. Children in the two-and
three-year-old classes do not need to be
potty-trained. Afternoon Kindergarten
Enrichment (supplement to the public
school) as well as Mommy/Grandma
and Me programs (14 to 24 months)
and summer camp are available. Our
state-licensed nursery school program is
designed to encourage a balance of
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activities. All our teachers are pediatric
CPR- and first aid-certified. Our secular
program and Judaic curriculum are
tailored to meet the developmental need
of each specific age group. The children
participate in a weekly music program,
yoga, gym, Shabbat and holiday
programs, as well as special school and
family events. We have large open and
spacious classrooms with new furniture,
an indoor playroom, outdoor
playground, and a full-size gym.
Helen Troum Nursery &
Kindergarten at Temple Beth
Sholom
(Conservative) (USCJ affiliated)
40-25 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-2865
Fax: (201) 797-3212
E-mail: lrothmantbs@yahoo.com
Website: www.TBSFL.org
Director: Lori Rothman
The Helen Troum Nursery & Kinder-
garten, a state licensed, developmentally
appropriate program, nurtures children,
ages 2-5, as they grow and thrive in a
warm, loving, thought provoking
atmosphere. Certified, experienced
teachers with CPR and first aid training,
challenge the children to grow and
develop at their own rate, encouraging
socialization, risk taking, independence,
creativity and learning through sensory
exploration, experimentation and multi-
faceted experiences. A strong secular and
Judaic program is enhanced with music,
art, story, language, cooking, emergent
literacy and gross motor experiences. A
new parenting center offers programs for
the under 2s and their parents.
The Leah Sokoloff Nursery
School of Shomrei Torah
((Orthodox)
19-10 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-6744
Website: Lsns.shomrei-torah.org/
Director: Debbie Lesnoy
E-mail: Lsns18@yahoo.com
Administrative Directors: Deena Jarashow,
Neshama Kutin
Ages: 2 5
Co-ed
The Leah Sokoloff Nursery School and
summer program offer developmentally
appropriate activities in art, music,
language, science, math, and movement
in a nurturing Jewish environment. The
school has a low teacher-student ratio.
The school serves children from
Bergenfield, Teaneck, Paramus, Passaic,
and Fair Lawn.
Anshei Lubavitch Day Care
Centers
(Orthodox-Lubavitch)
8-09 Plaza Road and
11-05 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-4770
Website: www.flchabad.com
E-mail: info@flchabad.com
The Anshei Lubavitch Day Care Centers in
Fair Lawn offer full- and half-day
preschool for ages 1-5. Extended hours
are available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Both
facilities have spacious classrooms, with
indoor and outdoor playgrounds. The
teachers provide a warm and loving
atmosphere, with lots of love and
personal attention. Visits from community
helpers, professional storytellers, music
and movement, gym, Shabbat parties, and
specialty Judaic programs bring added
excitement to our educational curriculum.
We are fully licensed and insured.
Preschool at Chabad of Fort Lee
808 Abbott Blvd.
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 886-1238
E-mail: chabadfortlee@aol.com
Website: ChabadFortLee.com
Director: Lieba Konikov
Our preschool offers programs for ages
18 months 5 with a number of options.
Our comprehensive and developmentally
appropriate program is designed to
promote each childs intellectual, social,
physical, and emotional growth. All
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games and activities are skill-based and
goal-oriented, so that the children grow
with everything they do. The classroom
is a community in which Jewish values
are modeled and reinforced and Hebrew
language is introduced through songs,
games, and simple conversation. The
curriculum combines structured and
unstructured activities that encourage
young children's most important work:
creative play. Every day is filled with art,
music, stories, language, Jewish living,
and hands-on exploration. Our program
infuses our children with a love for
Judaism as well as respect and
admiration for our heritage.
Barnert Temple Pre-school
(Reform)
747 Route 208 South
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 848-1027
Fax: (201) 847-0044
E-mail: schooloffice@barnerttemple.org
Website: barnerttemple.org
Principal/Director: Sara Losch, Director
Life-long Learning
Ages: 2 6
Co-ed
Happy, creative, warm, intellectually
stimulating, socially encouraging, and
filled with messy, explorative play.
Innovative, nurturing summer camp
program.
Gan Chabad
(Chabad-Lubavitch)
Franklin Lakes area
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Fax: (201) 848-0559
E-mail: gan@chabadplace.org
Director: Mimi Kaplan
Ages: 2 1/2 4
Co-ed
A comprehensive and developmentally
appropriate program designed to promote
each childs intellectual, social, physical,
and emotional growth, coupled with the
highest quality Jewish education and
environment.
Glen Rock Jewish Center
Nursery School
682 Harristown Road
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 652-6624
Fax: (201) 652-6628
E-mail: grjcnursery@gmail.com
Website: www.grjc.org
Director: Hilarie Kay
Our state-licensed, warm, friendly, safe
environment is just what your child
needs, as they take their first steps
beyond the family circle. Using all of
their senses, in very hands-on ways, our
children experience new and different
opportunities daily, as they explore their
ever-expanding world. Creative
programming fosters healthy attitudes
towards group work and play, respect,
sharing, cooperation, and recognizing
and accepting the similarities and
differences among them. Our innovative
curriculum, developed and taught by
certified teachers, embraces the whole
child: physically, intellectually, socially,
emotionally, creatively, and spiritually.
Professionally taught music and yoga are
part of the weekly curriculum. Flexible
scheduling is available, including before-
and after-care. Additional programming
includes afternoon kindergarten
enrichment, Mommy and Me, Baby Yoga,
and summer day camp.
Busy 3s & Pre-K 4s at
Solomon Schechter Day School
of Bergen County
(Conservative - co-ed)
Grades: Preschool - Busy 3s & Pre-K 4s
275 McKinley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 262-9898
Fax: (210) 262-3026
E-mail: admissions@ssdsbergen.org
Website: www.ssdsbergen.org
Head of School: Ruth Gafni
Co-Early Childhood & Lower School
Principals: Lauren Goldman-Brown & Ricky
Stamler-Goldberg
School Psychologist: Dr. Ilana Kustanowitz
Director of Admissions: Sarah Sokolic
Both the Busy-3s and Pre-K 4s at
Solomon Schechter Day School of
Bergen County feature the school's
signature inquiry-based and thematic
approach to early childhood learning
that is designed to inspire curiosity and
creativity while promoting social skills,
self-confidence, and independence.
Reading, writing, and math readiness
as well as an introduction to Hebrew
through songs and games prepare
students for academic and social success
in Kindergarten and beyond. Jewish
holidays and customs come to life
through joyful, creative story, song, art
and play. Schechters Pre-school benefits
from all that SSDS has to offer, including
its state-of-the-art, indoor and outdoor
facilities, optional hot lunch program,
and complimentary after-care. The Pre-K
4s meet daily from 8:15 to 3:15 PM.
Busy 3s is offered for both half- and full-
day sessions. For more information, call
201-262-9898 x213 or email:
admissions@ssdsbergen.org.
Gerrard Berman Day School
Solomon Schechter of North Jersey
George and Arline Haar Middle School
(Conservative co-ed)
45 Spruce Street
Oakland, NJ 07436
Tel.: (201) 337-1111
Fax: (201) 337-7795
E-mail: gbds@ssnj.org
Website: www.ssnj.org
Early Childhood Director: Susan Scher
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Ben Porat Yosef
(Orthodox)
E. 243 Frisch Court
Paramus, NJ 07652
Grades Toddler through 7th grade
Tel.: (201) 845-5007
Fax: (201) 845-5009
E-mail: info@benporatyosef.org
Website: www.benporatyosef.org
Rosh Yeshiva: Rav Tomer Ronen
Dir. of General Studies: Stanley Fischman
Early Childhood Director: Jessica Kohn
Director of Admissions/PR: Ruth Roth
Ben Porat Yosef is a dynamic growing
Orthodox Yeshiva Day School dedicated
to the continuity of both Sephardic and
Ashkenazic customs and traditions,
characterized by a warm, nurturing,
small-school environment, rich
experiential learning, and Hebrew
immersion. General studies and Judaic
studies are integrated to provide children
with meaningful and fun educational
experiences each day. Exciting co-
curricular activities and after-school
programs include computers, art, music,
creative movement, science, nature, and
karate. Ben Porat Yosef provides classes
for Toddlers (2 1/2), Nursery (3), Pre-
Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades
1-7. Ben Porat Yosef has added a grade
each year and will reach 8th grade in
2013. Ben Porat Yosef offers early drop
off and extended day options.
Congregation Khal Adath
Jeshurun of Paramus
Nursery School
(Orthodox)
140 Arnot Place
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 967-9898
Website: www.kajp.org
E-mail: nursery@kajp.org
Nursery School Executive Dir.: Howard Gans
Nursery School Director: Judith Dworetsky
Full-day licensed program for three-year
olds. Children must be toilet trained.
Open to non-members.
Dora & Sidney Miller
Early Childhood Center Jewish
Community Center of Paramus
(Conservative)
E. 278 Midland Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 967-1334
Fax: (201) 262-6516
Nursery School Director: Judith S. Fox
E-mail: eccdirector@jccparamus.org
For 39 years, the Early Childhood Center
of the Jewish Community Center of
Paramus has been committed to
providing high-quality Early Childhood
programs for Jewish children and their
families. Emphasis is placed on the total
development of each individual child.
Curiosity, creativity, independence,
socialization skills, and intellectual
growth are encouraged while instilling a
love for and a basic understanding of
Judaism. The program is child-centered
and hands on. An outstanding staff of
experienced, creative teachers plan
developmentally appropriate activities in
a warm, nurturing environment. The
Nursery School is located in its own
building with a spacious outdoor
playground where a popular six-week
camp program is held every summer.
The JCCP Early Childhood Center is the
proud recipient of the United Synagogue
Solomon Schechter award for Program
Excellence.
Yeshivat Noam
(Orthodox, co-ed)
70 West Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 261-1919
Fax: (201) 261-1949
Website: www.yeshivatnoam.org
Director of Early Childhood: Shani Norman
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Rosenbaum Yeshiva
of North Jersey Preschool
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge, NJ 07661
Tel.: (201) 986-0078
Website: www.rynj.org
Early Childhood Director: Fran Mermelstein
At the Rosenbaum Yeshiva of North
Jersey Preschool, it is our mission to
create a warm and nurturing
environment within a Torah framework
where young children can grow and
develop cognitively, socially and
emotionally. Every child entering the
Early Childhood Center becomes a
member of a new community - a school
community that fosters individual
growth, develops social skills, teaches
middot, builds self-esteem and creates an
awareness of each child's Jewish identity.
We have classes from Nursery through
Kindergarten.
Congregation Bnai Yeshurun
Nursery School
(Orthodox)
641 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-6871
Nursery School Director: Jill Geiger
The Bnai Yeshurun Nursery School offers
a sophisticated Torah-based curriculum
within a small, local, nurturing environ-
ment. It has two beautiful classrooms, a
full kitchen, and an outdoor playground.
The teachers are Jewish role models.
This is the only nursery school in an
Orthodox synagogue in Teaneck.
Ganeinu
811 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 951-4758, (201) 724-8886
Co-directors: Carmela Rosenbaum and
Aliza Safran
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and a unique boutique
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Awesome accessories and
Israeli silver jewelry too.
Catch up with friends and
fashion at Carlyz Craze
398 Cedar Lane Teaneck
201-342-3398
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Ganeinu offers classes for 2- and 3-year-
olds as well as a summer session.
Gan Rina
280 Ogden Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0458
Contact: Susan Richmond
Gan Rina aims to foster the development
of a happy, well-adjusted child by
creating an environment that is
comfortable, stimulating and secure, one
in which children can grow emotionally,
socially, intellectually and religiously.
Located at Congregation Beth Sholom in
Teaneck.
Gan Yaldenu
85 Copley Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0291
Director: Etti Benvenisti
The school offers a warm and happy
atmosphere. The program is based on
hands-on activities, music, movement
and arts and crafts. It also offers a dual
curriculum of Judaic and general studies.
Shalom Yeladim Nursery School
815 Prince Street
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-0837
Fax: (201) 357-2653
91 West Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 894-8300
E-mail: shalomyeladimnurseryschool@
optonline.net
Director: Marina Blyumin
At Shalom Yeladim Nursery School,
youll find a warm, safe, and stimulating
Torah environment for children, ages
toddler through six years. We encourage
each child to develop self-esteem, self-
motivation, and an awareness of
themselves and the world around them.
Childrens natural curiosity is guided and
their thirst for knowledge is encouraged.
Our integrated curriculum, as well as our
many hands-on activities, such as
Hebrew immersion, library, music, art,
gym, and swim, helps to instill a love of
learning in each child.
Temple Emeth
Early Childhood Center
(Reform)
1666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-8466
Fax: (201) 833-4978
E-mail: sfloch@emeth.org
Website: www.emeth.org
Nursery School Director: Sharon Floch
Office Administrator: Elinor Solomon
Temple Emeth Early Childhood Center
is a warm and happy place for pre-
schoolers to grow and learn. As we
bridge the gap from home to school, we
guide children to a positive self-image
while strengthening their social,
emotional, cognitive and physical skills.
Concrete, age-appropriate activities and
experiences are planned that coincide
with the Jewish holidays. There is a
weekly movement class and bi-weekly
Shabbat celebrations with the Rabbi. All
children participate in weekly music
class. Three- and four-year-old children
learn Hebrew through the Chalav
UDvash program.
Josh and Aaron Lapsker
Nursery School
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152, ext. 505
Fax: (201) 871-4181
E-mail: orite@chabadlubavitch.org
Nursery School Director: Orite Rubenstein
The school believes in giving every
child, regardless of background or
religious affiliation, a multi-sensory,
child-centered Jewish education. Our
warm and innovative teachers provide
learning experiences that are taught in a
very hands-on, interactive way. The
Parshas come alive through exploring
our social, emotional, physical and
cognitive development.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Summer Camp Programs
Visit us on the web at www.jccotp.org
or call the camp offce at 201.567.8963
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Two-Week Summer Dance Intensive Little Dancers Mini-Camp Thurnauer Chamber Music Camp
JCC Jazz Camp FluteStars Camp JCC Sports Camp Michelle Weiss Childrens Tennis Camp
JCC Super Soccer Stars Camp JCC Basketball Camp
Camps for Special People
Tikvah On Our Own Camp Haverim Camp Dream Street
Therapeutic Nursery Toddler Mommy & Me Socialization Group
Neil Klatskin Day Camp
Ages 3-11, June 24 August 16, 2013
Other specialty camps at the JCC
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The Leonard & Syril Rubin
Nursery School
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1430
Website: www.jccotp.org
Early Childhood Director: Johanna Sohinki
Program Supervisors: Debbie Prince;
Sheryl Lauchheimer
The Leonard & Syril Rubin Nursery
School is fully licensed by the NJ Dept.
of Youth and Family Services. Our
preschool provides innovative
programming in a warm, nurturing
environment that encourages a
meaningful learning experience for
young children. The school focuses on
each childs social, emotional and
intellectual development, all within a
safe and nurturing community setting. It
is equipped with state-of-the-art
classrooms, playrooms and outdoor
facilities and offers half-day, 3/4 day and
full-day options, with after school
coverage for an additional fee. Children
who attend the school benefit from all
JCC resources, including gym and swim
(with trained staff), nature programs,
music, art and more. The school
maintains a full-time nurse and a fully
CPR/First Aid trained staff. The school is
now accepting applications. For more
information, call Johanna Sohinki, Early
Childhood Director, at 201- 408-1430 or
jsohinki@jccotp.org
Kindergarten
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Our full-day, state-licensed program
provides small classes and excellent
academic preparation for first grade,
including computer enrichment, gym,
indoor swim and Judaic programming.
Convenient, extended day programs
available. For more information, contact
Sheli Heksch-Agassi at 201-408-1436 or
sheksch@jcccotp.org.
Temple Sinai
Early Childhood Center
(Reform)
One Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-6867
Fax: (201) 568-6095
E-mail: rtannenbaum@templesinaibc.org
Website: www.templesinaibc.org
Director: Risa Tannenbaum
Temple Sinai Early Childhood Center is
accredited by the National Association
for the Education of Young Children.
The goal of the program is to develop
excitement and independence in
learning, and an appreciation of our
Jewish heritage. It offers a nurturing
environment, an excellent teacher:child
ratio. All teachers are CPR/First Aid
certified.
David Rukin Early Childhood
Center Nursery School
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5662
Director, Early Childhood: Anette McGarity
E-mail: amcgarity@yjcc.org
Through exploration, play, creation,
questioning and a wide variety of
activities, 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds in the
David Rukin Early Childhood Center
Nursery School are empowered to
develop socially and cognitively. The
nursery school employs a
developmentally appropriate curriculum,
recognizing individual differences and
the unique pace at which each child
develops. Readiness skills are developed
in reading, writing, math, science and
handwriting, while children express
themselves creatively through art, music,
movement and language. Special
enrichment classes may include sports,
art, dance, cooking and musical theater.
Our nursery school wing is bright and
colorful, while the fenced-in playground
provides a brand new, custom-designed
accessible play space where social
relationships and large muscles are
developed. Also, students utilize the
YJCCs full-size gymnasium and indoor
pools under the supervision of the
YJCCs professional staff. The David
Rukin Early Childhood Center Nursery
School seeks to develop compassionate,
kind young people. Children learn about
Jewish customs, participate in Jewish
holiday celebrations and practice mitzvot
(good deeds) through various collections
for disadvantaged families. Respect and
caring for others are fostered by
intergenerational holiday celebrations
with senior adults and acceptance of the
diverse backgrounds and observances of
our nursery school families. Our Nursery
School Parent Association is a vibrant
arm of the program. Experienced staff of
certified teachers maintains membership
with the National Association for the
Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Half, full and extended day schedules.
Door-to-door bus transportation
available. YJCC membership required for
enrollment. New families enrolling 2-
year-olds for the 2013-2014 school year
will pay no membership dues for that
year, thanks to the generosity of an
anonymous donor.
Abram B. Cohen Nursery
School, YM-YWHA
of North Jersey
One Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0100, ext. 247
Fax: (973) 595-5234
Director: Barbara Zitcer
Assistant Director: Paula Rosen
Ages: newborn 5 years
The Abram B. Cohen Nursery School
provides the ideal setting to launch
young children and their families on
their first educational journey away from
home. Our experienced and caring staff
work together with parents to create an
atmosphere that fosters self-confidence,
self-worth and pride. Our school
supports free choice and active learning.
Children are encouraged to form
relationships with other children and
adults to experience a sense of
community and belonging. Our
integrated curriculum offers language
arts, social studies, science, math and
reading readiness, outdoor play and
physical fitness education. Customs and
traditions of our Judaic heritage are
introduced through weekly Shabbat
festivities and holiday celebrations.
Temple Emanuel Early
Childhood Program
(Conservative)
Come Play with Me
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 391-8329
Early Childhood Director: Amy Fingeret
E-mail: amy@tepv.org
Website: tepv.org
The acclaimed Come Play With Me
program offers the best combination of
experiences and nurturing to provide the
very young child a strong foundation for
learning. Programs begin with infants
through 24 months.
Through play, gross motor activities,
music and movement and art activities,
the staff provides an atmosphere of
caring and respect. The young child
develops a sense of autonomy of caring
and respect.
Exploration, experimentation, and
sensory experiences are the ideal way for
a child to learn.
New to the area? This is a great way to
make new friends. Call for more
information.
Andrew Friedland Preschool
at Temple Beth Rishon
(Independent/Unaffiliated)
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 891-4466
Fax: (201) 891-0508
E-mail: preschool@bethrishon.org
Website: www.bethrishon.org
Preschool Principal: Debby Landesman
Ages: 15 months-6 years
Co-ed
The Andrew Friedland Preschool offers a
Moms and Tots program for children
from 14 months to two years. In addition,
we offer preschool classes with
affordable rates for ages 2-5, including
kindergarten enrichment. We offer a
variety of age-appropriate and exciting
programs and schedule options for both
mornings and afternoons. An innovative
afternoon schedule has recently been
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created to add even more fun and skills
enrichment. An active PTO encourages a
partnership between the parents and the
school. Registration is ongoing
After-School and Vacation
Programs
After School Academy
for Advanced Studies in Mathematics,
Science, Arts & Technology @ Schechter
Grades 5-8
275 McKinley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 262-9898
Fax: (201) 262-3026
E-mail:
afterschoolacademy@ssdsbergen.org
Website: www.ssdsbergen.org/asa
Head of School: Ruth Gafni
Director of Academic Affairs: Daniel Jaye
The After School Academy (ASA) for
Advanced Studies in Mathematics,
Science, Arts and Technology @
Schechter is specially designed to
provide all 5th- through 8th- graders in
the area with an extraordinary selection
of hands-on, interactive learning
opportunities that will extend their
knowledge, stimulate their minds,
encourage their curiosity, and open new
academic vistas. Outstanding,
experienced professionals teach such
popular courses as Stem-cell biology &
human genomics; Video-game design;
LEGO robotics; Improvisational
acting; Journalism workshop; and a
special prep course for the Bergen
County Academies entrance examination
(6th & 7th Graders). Classes are offered
in the fall and spring on Monday and
Tuesday afternoons, from 4:30 to 6:30
p.m. (pizza snack included) at Solomon
Schechter Day School of Bergen County,
275 McKinley Avenue, New Milford, NJ
07646. (Group and organizational
discounts are available.) For more
information about the After School
Academy, including all course offerings
and registration form, visit
http://www.ssdsbergen.org/asa, call
201-262-9898 x215 or e-mail:
afterschoolacademy@ssdsbergen.org
Bergen County YJCC
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
Learn something new or pursue a
passion! A variety of classes in the arts
and special interests like cooking are
offered throughout the year. After-school
sports include lots of opportunities for
basketball, including bootcamps and
teams, while those interested in
something different may enjoy karate or
fencing. The Tween Scene program for
children in grades 5, 6 and 7 opens the
YJCC one Saturday night a month for a
variety of fun activities. The YJCC has a
160+ swimmer competitive swim team,
the Bergen Sharks, as well as a pre-
competition program and swim lessons.
Vacation Camps
Bergen County YJCC
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
Children in grades K-3 keep busy and
have a great time during school breaks
with enriching recreational activities.
Along with special activities, theres
always gym and swim time. Basketball
Mini Camp is another popular option
during school breaks, with basketball
coach Jenny Jurjevic leading the way.
Finish the Day at the J
After-School Program &
Enrichment Classes
(Ages K-Grade 5)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Finish the Day at the J provides
exciting activities and programs, as well
as homework assistance in both English
and Hebrew. It is supervised by a highly
trained, experienced and responsive
staff. Families must be JCC members to
participate. Includes transportation from
school. For more information, call Michal
Kleiman, Director of Childrens Services,
201-408-1467 or mkleiman@jccotp.org
After-School Program &
Enrichment Classes
(Pre-School/Ages 3-5)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCCs experienced nursery school
staff offers convenient and enriching
after school classes in woodworking,
cooking, crafts, science, computers and
more at convenient hours, Monday
Thursday. For more information, call
Sheli Heksch-Agassi at 201-408-1436 or
sheksch@jcccotp.org.
The Childrens Department also
features The Party Spot Uproarious
fun parties for kids ages 3 and up.
Parties are offered for 1-1/2 hours on
Sundays at 10:30 am; 1 pm and 3:30 pm.
Party packages include party room staff,
party setup, helium balloons, paper
goods, pizza, juice boxes and cake.
Dietary laws observed. Parties can focus
on sports, crafts, pool and more. For
more information, call Michal Kleiman,
Director of Childrens Services, 201-408-
1467 or mkleiman@jccotp.org
After-School Athletics
(K-Age 14)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
Children of all ages can enjoy after
school sports of all sorts, including one-
on-one sports skills training, soccer,
basketball, tennis, floor hockey, Tae
Kwon Do, Golf Adventures, sports
leagues, boot camps, mini camps and
more. For more information, call Oumar
Soumar, Athletic Director, 201-408-1474
or osuomare@jccotp.org
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Vacation Programs
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1448, ext. 356
E-mail: mkleiman@jccotp.org
Contact: Michal Kleiman
Children K-5 enjoy a wide range of fun
activities during school breaks. Join us
for crafts, swimming, trips, sports fun
and entertainment during our vacation
programs. JCC membership required. 9
a.m.-4 p.m. with extended hours
available.
Educational Resources
The Living Legacy
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
E-mail: BCLivingLegacy@aol.com
Contact: Rabbi Moshe Grossbaum
Through a variety of hands-on
educational modules, THE LIVING
LEGACY provides a unique and creative
tool that links Jewish teaching and
learning to Jewish practice and living.
Creating a Shofar, pressing olive oil,
Teffilin making and Torah writing are
some of the instructive units designed to
engage, challenge and actively involve
Jewish youth in our priceless heritage.
These programs are portable and are
brought to classrooms, synagogues, etc.
A vital school resource, The Living
Legacy serves Hebrew, day, and nursery
schools throughout northern New Jersey.
The PJ Library

605 Pascack Road


Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 221-5782
Fax: (201) 221-5783
Coordinator: Linda Ripps
E-mail: lripps@yjcc.org
PJ Library in Northern New Jersey
sends the gift of Jewish books and music
to Jewish children who are ages 6
months to 5 1/2 years old. Each month,
every child enrolled in the program
receives a free, age-appropriate, Jewish
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content book or CD, along with a short
parent resource guide.
Over 2000 children living in Bergen,
western Passaic and northern Hudson
counties are currently enrolled in PJ
Library.
PJ Library is a national program
implemented by local communities. Over
100,000 children from 185 communities
across the U.S. and Canada are currently
enrolled in the program. Here in
northern New Jersey, this gift of free
Jewish books and music is administered
by the Bergen County YJCC and is
offered to families thanks to the
generosity of the Harold Grinspoon
Foundation and local funders Eva and
Howard Jakob with additional support
from the Bergen County YJCC and the
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades.
PJ Library in northern New Jersey also
offers a variety of child-oriented
programs which are open to all. These
programs take place at different venues
such as synagogues and parks and
include story time, crafts, and playtime.
To learn more about PJ Library in our
community contact PJ Library
Coordinator, Linda Ripps, at 201-221-
5782 or lripps@yjcc.org.
For general information about this
unique program, or to enroll a child visit
www.pjlibrary.org.
www.JKidNJ.org
Explore-Connect-Engage
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington, 07676
Tel.: (201) 221-5782
Fax: (201) 221-5783
Administrator: Linda Ripps
E-mail: lripps@yjcc.org
JKidsNJ, a new website for the northern
New Jersey Jewish community, launched
in the fall of 2012. Funded by the
JFNNJs Adler Family Innovation Fund,
JKidNJ is a new way for expectant
parents, new parents, and families with
children from birth to eight years old to
connect to and engage with their Jewish
community. JKidNJ has information on
upcoming events and programs at local
institutions including Jewish pre-schools,
day schools, synagogues, and JCCs.
Information on all Jewish holidays
including DIY kid-friendly crafts and
recipes is also available. Visit
www.JKidNJ.org today.
JKidNJ is administered by PJ Library in
northern New Jersey.
Day Schools
Elementary and Pre-K
Yeshivat HeAtid
(Orthodox, co-ed)
139 South Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 374-2272
Fax: (201) 374-2274
E-mail: info@yeshivatheatid.org
Website: www.yeshivatheatid.org
Head of School: Rabbi Netanel Gralla
Director of Business & Operations:
Ora Kornbluth
Yeshivat HeAtid is an Orthodox yeshiva
day school in Bergen County that
provides Jewish communities nationwide
with a groundbreaking new model for
high quality, affordable Jewish day
school education. We are re-envisioning
the classroom to incorporate 21st century
educational approaches. We are
committed to excellence in Judaic and
secular studies, and strive to foster in our
students a love of Torah and Mitzvot, a
deep commitment to Klal Yisrael and
Medinat Yisrael, and an understanding of
the importance of Derech Eretz and
Chessed. We recognize that each child
learns differently; we plan to utilize a
blend of instructional styles to provide
high quality, differentiated education.
Our goal is to educate our students to be
active learners, analytical thinkers, and
problem solvers. Yeshivat HeAtid
opened in September 2012 with classes
for Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and
First Grade, and will be adding a grade
each year, eventually reaching 8th grade.
Learn about our blended learning model
by visiting our website:
www.yeshivatheatid.org
The Moriah School
(Orthodox co-ed)
53 S. Woodland Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-0208
Fax: (201) 567-7402
E-mail: info@moriahschool.org
Website: www.moriahschool.org
Principal: Dr. Elliot Prager
E-mail: eprager@moriahschool.org
Business Administrator: Jordan Abowitz
E-mail: jabowitz@moriahschool.org
Associate Principal Middle School:
Rabbi Moshe Drelich
Associate Principal: Odelia Danishefsky
Associate Principal: Robin Wexler
Early Childhood Director: Divsha Tollinsky
Director Student Support Services 1-5:
Alana Green
Assistant Principal for Student Life,
Middle School: Dr. Eva Lazar-Sultanik
The Moriah School is a Pre-K 8
modern Orthodox Yeshiva that serves
over 850 students throughout Bergen
County and contiguous communities.
Moriah emphasizes the use of a variety
of learning modalities in the classroom
both in the General and Jewish Studies
and strives to enable each child to
realize his/her potential in the spheres of
academic, ethical, social/emotional and
spiritual growth.
Ben Porat Yosef
(Orthodox)
E. 243 Frisch Court
Paramus, NJ 07652
Grades Toddler through 7th grade
Tel.: (201) 845-5007
Fax: (201) 845-5009
E-mail: info@benporatyosef.org
Website: www.benporatyosef.org
Rosh Yeshiva: Rav Tomer Ronen
Director of General Studies: Stanley
Fischman
Early Childhood Director: Jessica Kohn
Director of Admissions/PR: Ruth Roth
Ben Porat Yosef is a dynamic growing
Orthodox Yeshiva Day School dedicated
to the continuity of both Sephardic and
Ashkenazic customs and traditions,
characterized by a warm, nurturing,
small-school environment, rich
experiential learning, and Hebrew
immersion. General studies and Judaic
studies are integrated to provide children
with meaningful and fun educational
experiences each day. Exciting co-
curricular activities and after-school
programs include computers, art, music,
creative movement, science, nature, and
karate. Ben Porat Yosef provides classes
for Toddlers (2 1/2), Nursery (3), Pre-
Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades
1-7. Ben Porat Yosef has added a grade
each year and will reach 8th grade in
2013. Ben Porat Yosef offers early drop
off and extended day options.
Yeshivat Noam
(Orthodox, co-ed)
70 West Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 261-1919
Fax: (201) 261-1949
Website: www.yeshivatnoam.org
E-mail: info@yeshivatnoam.org
Principal: Rabbi Chaim Hagler
Assistant Principal: Linda Stock
Early Childhood Director: Esther Feil
Asst. Early Childhood Director: Joyce
Buckman
Assistant Principal, Judaic Studies, Middle
School: Rabbi Tavi Koslowe
Assistant Principal, General Studies,
Middle School: Becky Troodler
Executive Director: Enid Anziska
The school offers PreK-grade 8 classes.
At the core of its foundation are six
guiding principles: centrality of the child,
love of Torah, commitment to Eretz
Yisrael and Ivrit bIvrit, importance of
Derech Eretz, academic excellence, and
parental involvement.
Solomon Schechter Day School
of Bergen County
(Conservative co-ed)
275 McKinley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 262-9898
Fax: (201) 262-3026
E-mail: admissions@ssdsbergen.org
Website: www.ssdsbergen.org
Head of School: Ruth Gafni
Director of Academic Affairs: Daniel Jaye
Middle School Principal: Larry Mash
Lower School Principal, Judaic Studies:
Ricky Stamler-Goldberg
Director of Special Services: Dahlia
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Principal Early Childhood/Lower School
General Studies: Lauren Goldman-Brown
School Rabbi: Rabbi Fred Elias
School Psychologist: Dr. Ilana Kustanowitz
Director of Development: Amy Glazer
Director of Admissions: Sarah Sokolic
Business Manager: Barbara A. Suppes
Grades: Pre-K (3s & 4s) 8th grade
Solomon Schechter Day School of
Bergen County (SSDS) provides an
award-winning innovative curriculum
(Singapore Math, Suzuki violin, chess,
etc.) that integrates General Studies and
Judaic Studies with Jewish values-based
character education for students from
pre-K (3s & 4s) through eighth grade.
Centrally located in New Milford,
Schechter is the only Jewish day school
serving the greater Bergen, Rockland &
Hudson County areas to be accredited
by both the New Jersey Association of
Independent Schools and the Middle
States School Association. SSDS
challenges students with an Inquiry-
based approach that inspires intellectual
curiosity, fosters creativity, and promotes
independent learning. To find out why
Everyone is talking about Schechter,
call: 201-262-9898 x213, or email:
admissions@ssdsbergen.org.
Gerrard Berman Day School
Solomon Schechter of North Jersey
George and Arline Haar Middle School
(Conservative co-ed)
45 Spruce Street
Oakland, NJ 07436
Tel.: (201) 337-1111
Fax: (201) 337-7795
E-mail: gbds@ssnj.org
Website: www.ssnj.org
Head of School: Rabbi Ellen Bernhardt
Assistant Principal: Sylvia Berger
Middle School Director: Robert Smolen
Director of Admissions: Sylvia Berger
Early Childhood Director: Susan Scher
Special Services Coordinator:
Mindy Niederman
Judaic Studies Coordinator: Etty Vaknin
Grades: N2 8
The school is located in Bergen County
with easy access from the Fair Lawn
area, Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes, and
Wayne. Its programs offer academic
excellence in both general and Judaic
studies. With a focus on enrichment and
the support of remediation programs in
both general studies (S.E.T.) and Judaic
studies, the school seeks to meet the
academic needs of each individual child.
The school is committed to small class
size and a warm and supportive
community for both the students and
their families. The program includes
before-care, after-care, after-school
activities, a hot lunch option and a
Mommy & Me as well as an early 2s
program. The George and Arline Haar
Middle School offers a rigorous academic
curriculum for High School preparation,
while continuing the commitment of
creating a strong sense of a positive
community for the teens.
Yavneh Academy
(Orthodox, co-ed)
155 N. Farview Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-8494
Fax: (201) 262-5940
E-mail:
yavnehacademy@yavnehacademy.org
Website: www.yavnehacademy.org
Principal: Rabbi Jonathan Knapp
Executive Director: Joel Kirschner
Dean Emeritus: Rabbi Eugene I.
Kwalwasser
Associate Principal: Elaine Weisfeld
Assistant Principal Judaic Studies:
Rabbi Steven Penn
Assistant Principal Middle School:
Barbara Rubin
Assistant Principal ECD: Georgia Cohen
Director of Special Services: Sarah Feit
Director of Student Services: Gayle Clachko
Grades: Pre-K 8
For more than 65 years, Yavneh
Academy a modern orthodox yeshiva
day school, has provided students with a
superior educational foundation built on
Torah Shebictav, Torah Shebal Peh,
mitzvot, middot, Ivrit, Eretz Yisrael,
Medinat Yisrael and excellence in all
Judaic and general studies. We believe
that all future learning is dependent
upon the experience of youth. To
achieve this goal we ignite excitement in
our children by incorporating creative,
innovative and interactive curricula and
projects into the daily educational
experience. Yavneh faculty are
concerned with the whole child and
stretch the curiosity of the student body
so that our children grow intellectually,
socially, and emotionally. Computer
technology, multimedia programs,
informal educational activities, cultural
experiences and field trips all enhance
the Yavneh philosophy. Our educational
program is achieved through small
student-teacher ratios and the
involvement of parents at each step in
the process. We measure our success by
the thousands of Yavneh graduates who
are equipped with a strong background
of academic skills, middot, a love of
learning, and readiness to meet the
challenges of adolescence and beyond.
Rosenbaum Yeshiva
of North Jersey
(Orthodox, boys and girls in separate
classes as of grade 1)
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge, NJ 07661
Tel.: (201) 986-1414
Fax: (201) 986-1155
Website: www.rynj.org
Dean: Rabbi Shmuel Goldstein
Associate Dean: Rabbi Daniel Price
Principal, Judaic Studies:
Rabbi Dr. Harvey Horn
Associate Principal: Rabbi David Kaminetsky
Principal, General Studies: Arlene Libman
Associate Principal General Studies:
Ann Robbins
Early Childhood Dir.: Fran Mermelstein
Special Services Dir.: Helen Adler
Transitional Program Director: Barbara
Goldstein
The Rosenbaum Yeshiva of North Jersey
is an Orthodox Jewish school dedicated
to continuing the chain of Jewish
heritage by nurturing the joy and pursuit
of a Torah way of life, in an
environment that promotes Torah
scholarship and academic excellence.
Our mission is to inspire our children
intellectually, socially, and morally to
view themselves as essential links and
vital assets of our precious legacy from
Sinai. RYNJ provides a general-studies
and Jewish education for Bergen County
students in Nursery through 8th grade,
that emphasizes individual needs and
character developments in an
atmosphere that encourages a
commitment to excellence. There are
separate classes for boys and girls,
beginning in first grade. We take pride in
our students, and our greatest
achievement is their success.
SINAI Schools
1485 Teaneck Road, Suite 300
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1134
Fax: (201) 833-8772
E-mail: info@sinaischools.org
Website: www.sinaischools.org
Dean: Rabbi Dr. Yisroel Rothwachs
E-mail: yrothwachs@sinaischools.org
Director, Elementary School Division at
Kushner: Judi Karp
Director Elementary School Division at
RYNJ: Marcy Glicksman
Director, Maor High School Division at
RKYHS: Judi Karp
Director, Rabbi Mark and Linda Karasick
Shalem High School at TABC & Maayanot:
Shira Greenland
Director, Sheli Adult Program:
Shira Greenland
The entire Yeshiva is special needs.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
School
(Orthodox)
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152 x 505
Fax: (201) 871-4181
E-mail: LPS@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org/School
School Director: Orite Rubenstein
E-mail: Orite@chabadlubavitch.org
Day Schools High School
Yeshiva Ohr Simcha
of Englewood
(Orthodox School for Boys)
101 W. Forest Avenue
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Tel.: (201) 816-1800
Fax: (201) 567-6013
Principal: Rabbi Yosef Strassfeld
Yeshiva Ohr Simcha is a full high school
for boys from many communities.
Emphasis is placed on excellence in
Jewish studies as well as general studies.
The Yeshiva works to create a warm,
caring environment with special attention
to the individual.
The Frisch School
(Orthodox, co-ed)
120 W. Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 267-9100
Fax: (201) 261-9340
E-mail: information@frisch.org
Website: www.frisch.org
Principal: Dr. Kalman Stein
Executive Director: Elaine Weitzman
The Frisch School is a modern Orthodox
co-educational Yeshiva high school that
offers a full program of Judaic and
college preparatory studies. Students are
also exposed to a broad variety of
religious, athletic, social and cultural co-
curricular opportunities. Students who
have not previously attended a Day
School can enroll in the Mechina
Program.
Maayanot Yeshiva High School
for Girls
(Orthodox School for Girls)
1650 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-4307
Fax: (201) 833-0816
E-mail: info@maayanot.org
Website: www.maayanot.org
Principal: Rivka Kahan
Assistant Principal: Tamar Appel
Assistant Principal: Elana Flaumenhaft
Administrator: Rachel Feldman
In an atmosphere of mutual respect
between faculty and students, Maayanot
Yeshiva High School is committed to
helping young Jewish women find
themselves as halachically-committed
Jews, as women and as caring, sensitive
human beings.
Torah Academy
of Bergen County
(Orthodox School for Boys)
1600 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-7696
Fax: (201) 837-9027
Website: www.tabc.org
Rosh HaYeshiva: Rabbi Yosef Adler
E-mail: yosef.adler@tabc.org
Principal: Arthur Poleyeff
E-mail: arthur.poleyeff@tabc.org
Administrator: Ceil Olivestone
E-mail: ceil.olivestone@tabc.org
Grades 9 12
Torah Academy of Bergen County strives
to instill within its students a love for
Hashem, the study and practice of Torah
and an appreciation for Am Yisrael and
Mdinat Yisrael while affording them an
opportunity to excel in the study of the
sciences and humanities, all within a
uniquely nurturing environment that
fosters a close and supportive relation-
ship among students and faculty.
Supplementary Schools
Elementary
Please note that most grades mentioned
are public school grades.
Temple Beth El
of Northern Valley
(Reform)
221 Schraalenburgh Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 768-2195
Fax: (201) 768-1635
E-mail: religiousschool@tbenv.org
Website: www.tbenv.org
Educator: Yael Lazar, ext. 218
Grades: K 12
Temple Beth Els Religious School is a
place where Jewish journeys begin.
Hands-on learning and family education
opportunities at every grade level help
students and their families bring Torah,
avodah, and gemilut hasadim to life. Our
broad-based Judaics curriculum includes
values, holidays, life cycle events,
mitzvot, basic Jewish history and, of
course, Israel. Our students develop
strong Hebrew reading skills along with
an understanding of Shabbat prayers.
Students in our post bnai mitzvah
Kadima program encounter
contemporary Jewish issues as they
prepare for Confirmation. The Religious
School features an extensive madrichim
program and special activities including
Tot Shabbat, visits to the HUC-JIR Soup
Kitchen, and trips to Ellis Island, the US
Holocaust Memorial Museum, and the
Religious Action Center of Reform
Judaism.
Temple Emanu-El of Closter
(Conservative)
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-2959
Fax: (201) 750-1894
E-mail: Levine@templeemanu-el.com
Website: www.templeemanu-el.com
Educational Director: Jennifer Levine
Grades: K-7
Temple Emanu-Els Religious school
combines active learning with rich
Jewish content. Our program is designed
to create a strong foundation for a
lifetime of Jewish expression. Shabbat is
our cornerstone. Our Families are
encouraged to participate regularly in
our welcoming, user-friendly services.
Our K-2 program, The Kesem*
Connection, is designed to build ruach
(spirit), and teach core skills in the most
effective and enjoyable way possible.
Each classroom is equipped with giant
murals, chalkboard walls and three self-
guided learning stations-- focused on
Torah, Tefila and the Aleph-Bet. Our
upper grade programs progressively
challenge our students with new and
deeper material. Our 3rd-5th grade
curriculum includes Jewish history, life-
cycle and values. Our students become
prayer leaders from their first class and
incrementally build their skills and
confidence with dovening (prayer).Our
Middle school years address students
concerns by bringing a Jewish lens to
real life problems.
Jennifer Levine, Temple Emanu-Els
Education Director says, Our families
understand that all of our students
from our kindergarteners all the way to
our high school students need to actively
engage in the learning process. Levine,
an experienced Jewish educator with a
strong background in the creative arts,
along with a team of highly skilled
educators, is leading the way with an
original and unique learning
environment at Temple Emanu-El.
School is in session for K and 1st grades
on Sunday mornings. 2nd-5th grades
meet Wednesday afternoons and Sunday
mornings. 6th and 7th grades meet
Tuesday evenings.
Congregation Bnai Israel
(Conservative)
53 Palisade Avenue
Emerson, NJ 07630
Tel.: (201) 265-2272
Fax: (201) 265-0971
E-mail: bnaioffice@bisrael.com
Website: www.bisrael.com
Principal: Zahava Gall
Grades: K 7
The Religious School is warm, caring
atmosphere where the school families
are active participants in all synagogue
activities and celebrations. The
performance of mitzvot is an integral
component of the curriculum, which
includes Hebrew, prayer, history, Israel,
Holocaust, Bible and holidays.
Kol Haneshamah
(Conservative)
Englewood, NJ 07631
Partner in the new Northern New Jersey
Jewish Academy at Temple Israel of
Ridgewood, NJ. See pg 88
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Cett Hebrew School
(OrthodoxChabad)
30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-7200
Fax: (201) 791-6120
Website: www.fairlawnhebrewschool.com
Directors: Rabbi Mendel and
Elke Zaltzman
Ages 3-12, co-ed
Our Hebrew school on Sundays, 10 a.m.-
12:30 p.m., prides itself on being a fun,
interactive, educational experience for
your child. Our program includes Torah
study, prayer, mitzvot, holidays, and a
unique Hebrew reading and writing
program called Aleph Champ. All classes
are taught in a hands-on multi-sensory
way, with extracurricular educational
trips and activities. Our oldest class
prepares for their Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
with a mock Bar/Bat Mitzvah
celebration, complete with all the details
they will need for the real one. This
includes a trip to a sofer (Jewish scribe)
to see the way tefillin are made.
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel
(Conservative)
The Howard and Joshua Herman
Education Center
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
Religious School Director: Judy Gutin
E-mail: principal.fljc@gmail.com
Website: www.fljc.com
Grades: K-7
The mission of our educational program
at the Fair Lawn Jewish
Center/Congregation B'nai Israel
Religious School is to join together our
members homes with our synagogue by
providing students with values,
experiences and skills necessary to live a
full Conservative Jewish life. It meets two
days a week, Sunday mornings and
Tuesday afternoons. Our schools
curriculum aims to promote an
appreciation and understanding of our
Jewish cultural and religious heritage
through instruction in Jewish liturgy and
prayer, Hebrew reading and writing,
Torah studies, the Jewish life cycle, the
geography of Israel and Jewish history
and traditions. Our program supports
students needs to take part in
synagogue services, rituals, and
celebration of the Jewish holidays
throughout the year. We strongly
encourage regular family attendance at
Shabbat services and welcome our
students active participation in all
aspects of prayer and Torah reading. Our
students understanding and appreciation
of Judaism is enriched by visiting our
Judaic library, infusing Jewish music into
the curricula, and by providing
interactive learning experiences
throughout the year. Exciting activities
include the Model Seder, our Shofar
Corps, family education programs, and
the personalized Siddur dedication. We
are integrating technology in the school
with our Smart Board. These types of
celebrations make learning memorable
and fun. Our curriculum highlights:
Instilling a sense of pride in our Jewish
community, our heritage, and in being
Jewish, developing skills to actively
participate in services and rituals at
home and in the synagogue, integrating
Jewish values and traditions into
everyday life, so students will act morally
and ethically as Conservative Jews,
fostering a strong foundation that
emotionally bonds our students to Israel
and building a deep sense of spirituality,
as well as a sincere desire for lifelong
Jewish learning.
Temple Beth Sholom
(Traditional Conservative)
40-25 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410
Partner in the new Northern New Jersey
Jewish Academy at Temple Israel of
Ridgewood, NJ. See pg 88
Congregation Gesher Shalom/
Jewish Community Center of
Fort Lee Religious School
(Egalitarian Conservative)
1449 Anderson Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-1654
Fax: (201) 947-1530
Director: Cory Chargo
E-mail: cory@geshershalom.org
Website: www.geshershalom.org
Grades: Pre-K BNai Mitzvah;
Kadima and USY
The Hebrew School offers the choice of
one or two day programs. All students
learn about their rich heritage and have
the opportunity to take an active part in
all of the rituals and activities of a
thriving synagogue and community
center. From their earliest years in
religious school, students are introduced
to our ancient language; learn both
secular and sacred music; read the holy
books; have the chance to work with
ritual objects, in addition to creating their
own; and learn about the land of Israel.
They experience the yearly Shabbat and
holiday cycle in family services and
special programs with their peers, as
well as have the chance each year to
help the Rabbi and Cantor conduct
services in the Main Sanctuary. In the
later years, students are taught to explore
their own relationships to Judaism as
they prepare for the challenges of
Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Both boys and girls are
taught to read from the Torah, as well as
lead selected portions of the service.
The New Synagogue of Fort Lee
(Conservative)
1585 Center Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-1555
Fax: (201) 947-4701
Principal: Rabbi Meir Berger
Barnert Temple
(Reform)
747 Route 208 South
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 848-1027
Fax: (201) 847-0044
E-mail: welvkds@barnerttemple.org
Website: barnerttemple.org
Sara Losch, Director Life-long Learning
Grades: K 12
Barnert Temple is a progressive, creative,
dynamic school focusing on all aspects
of Jewish life and learning. We use the
URJs new CHAI curriculum, Shabbat
retreats, and individualized programming
to foster a positive Jewish environment.
Chabad Hebrew School
(Chabad-Lubavitch)
Barnstable Academy
8 Wright Way
Oakland, NJ 07436
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Fax: (201) 848-0559
E-mail: chs@chabadplace.org
Website: www.chabadplace.org
Principal/Director: Mimi Kaplan
Grades: K 8
Co-ed
Chabads Hebrew School strives to make
Judaism vivid and user-friendly for
todays child. The interactive, hands-on
approach to learning engages the
children and guides them towards active
involvement in Jewish life.
Glen Rock Jewish Center
(Conservative)
682 Harristown Road
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 652-6624
Fax: (201) 652-6628
E-mail: office@grjc.org
Website: www.grjc.org
Religious School Principal:
Rachel Blumenstyk
Grades: K 7
The religious school of the Glen Rock
Jewish Center provides a curriculum and
environment designed to foster a positive
Jewish identity, an understanding of
Jewish values, and a connection with our
ancient heritage. In addition to standard
instruction in basic Judaism, Hebrew
reading and language, the curriculum is
enhanced by special programs that are
enjoyable, as well as educational. Jewish
holidays are explored, mitzvoth are
encouraged, life cycles studied, as well
as culture and music. A professional,
experienced team of educators provides
a warm atmosphere in which to prepare
for bar/bat mitzvah. Tot Shabbat,
Shabbat Sheli, and Junior Congregation
services are held monthly. A special ed.
teacher provides the extra measure of
assistance needed by some students.
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Congregation Adas Emuno
(Reform)
148 High Street
Leonia, NJ 07605
Tel.: (201) 592-1712
Fax: (201) 947-0701
Website: www.adasemuno.org
Religious School Director: Jennifer
Katz-Goldstein
E-mail: adasschool@yahoo.com
Education Chair: Kim Merlino
Grades: PreK 10
The Religious School of Cong. Adas
Emuno meets on Sunday mornings from
9 a.m. to noon. In a unique and
nurturing environment, we offer an
integrated curriculum of Hebrew and
Judaica. We are proud to offer special
programming for holidays, school field
trips, a junior choir, class participation
services, Tot Shabbat programs and
Bnai Mitzvah preparation. We offer a
Confirmation Class for students in grades
8 10, which meets twice a month, and
much more, and are proud of our
dynamic, caring staff, volunteers and
our Cantor who enthusiastically brings
Judaism to life for our young people.
Beth Haverim Shir Shalom
(Reform)
280 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Tel.: (201) 512-1983
Fax: (201) 512-1586
E-mail: bethhaverim@optonline.net
Principal: Rebecca McVeigh
Grades: K 12
The religious school emphasizes the
meaning of Reform Judaism and the role
of the Jew in the modern world. The
school takes pride in instilling a sense of
Jewish identity through a curriculum
encompassing tradition, customs and
celebrations. The program also includes
Torah study, history, ethics, Hebrew
prayer, music and Bnai Mitzvah
preparation.
Temple Emanuel
of North Jersey
(Conservative)
558 High Mountain Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 560-0200
Partner in the new Northern New Jersey
Jewish Academy at Temple Israel of
Ridgewood, NJ. See below.
Reconstructionist Temple Beth
Israel of Bergen County
(affiliated with the Jewish
Reconstructionist Federation)
34 W. Magnolia Avenue
Maywood, NJ 07607
Tel.: (201) 845-7550
Fax: (201) 300-2734
E-mail: info@rtbi-online.org
Rabbi: Ellen Jaffe-Gill
Website: www.rtbi-online.org
Ages: 6 12
Jewish Community Center
of Paramus
(Conservative)
E. 304 Midland Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-7733
Fax: (201) 262-0741
E-mail: edudirector@jccparamus.org
Website: www.jccparamus.org
Educational Director: Marcia Kagedan
Grades: K 7
The religious school of the Jewish
Community Center of Paramus offers
supplementary Jewish education for
children aged 4 13, culminating in
Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Classes in Hebrew,
prayer, Bible, history, observances, Israel
studies, and current events are offered.
Enrichment programs, trips, and
childrens Shabbat services are integral to
the total Jewish educational experience.
Temple Beth Sholom
of Pascack Valley
(Conservative)
32 Park Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Tel.: (201) 391-4620
Fax: (201) 391-3618
E-mail: TBSoffice@temple-beth-sholom.org
Website: www.tbspv.org
Religious School Principal: Sheila Toffell
Grades: Pre-K 7
At Temple Beth Sholoms religious
school, each 3rd 7th grader attends a
two-day-a-week program on Sunday
mornings from 9:30 11:30 a.m., and on
Tuesdays from 4:15 6:15 p.m. Classes
are small, allowing for individual
attention. The exciting Sunday program
for Pre-K 2nd grade is open to non-
members. Temple Beth Sholom features
strong Hebrew prayers, songs, Jewish
values instruction, celebration of Jewish
holidays, and understanding current
events, especially about Israel.
Congregation Beth Shalom
(Conservative)
21 Passaic Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Tel.: (973) 835-3500
Religious School Administrator: Bea Katz
Jewish Congregation of Kinnelon
(Reform)
21 Passaic Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Tel.: (973) 838-7930
Fax: (973) 838-4418
Principal/Director: Batyah Garfinkle
Hancock
E-mail: MorahBatyah@yahoo.com
Grades K 7
Co-ed
As a member of the Reform Movements
URJ, the Jewish Congregation of
Kinnelon embraces the traditional goals
of Reform Jewish education. Our goal is
for students and their families to learn
together, demonstrating a personal
commitment to Jewish education. Our
goal is to provide a well-rounded
experience for each student, enabling
our children to develop a lifelong
commitment to Judaism.
Northern New Jersey
Jewish Academy at
Temple Israel and JCC
475 Grove Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (201) 444-9320
Director: Rabbi Sharon Litwin
E-mail: slitwin@synagogue.org
NNJJA, The Northern New Jersey Jewish
Academy, is a Collaborative Hebrew
School consisting of Temple Israel and
JCC, Ridgewood; Congregation Beth
Sholom, Teaneck; Kol Haneshama,
Englewood; Temple Beth Sholom, Fair
Lawn; and Temple Emanuel of North
Jersey, Franklin Lakes.
NNJJA provides formal Jewish education
for children ages three through thirteen
and is affiliated with both the Bergen
County High School of Jewish Studies
and the Rebecca & Israel Ivry Prozdor
the supplemental high school of the
Jewish Theological Seminary. The course
of study offered at NNJJA provides our
students with academic and experiential
knowledge of Jewish tradition, Tarbut
(culture, prayer, history and Torah. The
primary goals of our school are fluency
in reading Hebrew, comfort and
familiarity with the siddur and Jewish
liturgy, and a basic understanding of our
prayers. We also strive to help our
students see the world through Jewish
eyes, develop an understanding and
appreciation for the Jewish Holidays,
Shabbat, Tarbut (culture), Israel and all
of Jewish life. All classes meet at Temple
Israel in Ridgewood.
Temple Avodat Shalom
(Reform)
385 Howland Avenue
River Edge, NJ 07661
Tel.: (201) 489-2463, ext. 201
Fax: (201) 489-0775
E-mail: school@avodatshalom.net
Website: avodatshalom.net
Rabbi-Educator: Rabbi Paula Feldstein
Grades: K 7
The Temple Avodat Shalom Religious
School puts an emphasis on experiential
learning and hands-on activities. Many
family education programs for all ages
are offered.
Congregation Beth Sholom
(Conservative)
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Partner in the new Northern New Jersey
Jewish Academy at Temple Israel of
Ridgewood, NJ. See above.
Jewish Youth Encounter
Program
1600 Queen Anne Road
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Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-JYEP (5937)
Fax: (201) 833-JYEP (5937)
Website: www.jyep.org
Director: Deborah Rapps
Grades: 3 7
The JYEP is a Hebrew School where, in
addition to the traditional classroom
setting, each child is paired with a Big
Brother/Sister who provides tutoring in
Hebrew reading, language, and prayer
and offers preparation for the Bar/Bat
Mitzvah. There are monthly family
programs, Shabbatonim, and club hours.
The school is Sunday only and no
membership fees are required.
Temple Emeth Religious School
(Reform)
1666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-8466
Fax: (201) 833-4978
E-mail: moradora@emeth.org
Website: www.emeth.org
Director of Education: Dora Geld Friedman
School Administrator: Renee Fromowitz
Grades: K 7
Temple Emeth Religious School exists as
a Jewish community in miniature within
the congregation. Its goals are to provide
a rich learning environment that flows
with the Jewish calendar; to build strong
and productive relationships between
students, families, faculty and clergy
through shared experiences; and to lay a
foundation of knowledge and skills in
Jewish texts and history, ethics and
culture, Israel, Hebrew literacy, and
religious worship.
Bereisheet
99 East Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 503-4954
E-mail: info@bereisheet.org
Website: www.bereisheet.org/en
Bereisheet is a non-profit modern after-
school program for Jewish and Israeli
culture. The program, being held in
Hebrew, is aimed at children ages 3
through 14. Classes are taught by an
experienced and professional team of
Israeli teachers. Classes meet once a
week, on Wednesday or Thursday, 4:30-
6:15 p.m. throughout the school year
(September through June) at the Stillman
Elementary School in Tenafly. At
Bereisheet the children feel at home,
amongst friends, while learning through
creative fun and games all in Hebrew.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
Hebrew School
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152, ext. 503
Fax: (201) 871-4181
www.lubavitchhebrewschool.com
E-mail: rabbiyossi@chabad.org
Hebrew School Director: Rabbi Yossi Katz
Grades: Ages 4 Bar/Bat Mitzvah
The program meets from 10 a.m.
12:30 p.m. on Sundays and 4 5:30 p.m.
on Wednesdays.
Bar Mitzvah Club
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152 x503
Contact: Rabbi Yossi Katz
E-mail: RabbiYossi@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
This club meets every Monday from
4 5 p.m. and presents the basics of
Judaism in a fun way.
Bat Mitzvah Club
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152 x509
Contact: Bassi Katz
E-mail: bassi@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
This club meets every other Monday
from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. and prepares your
daughter as she reaches the age of Bat
Mitzvah.
Temple Sinai of Bergen County
(Reform - affiliated with URJ)
One Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-3075
Fax: (201) 568-6095
Website: www.templesinaibc.org
Director of Education: Sara P. Kaplan
E-mail: spkaplan@templesinaibc.org
Assistant: Sage Aidekman
Grades: K 12
Our mission is to foster Reform Jewish
learning that encompasses the covenant
(brit) between God and the Jewish
people through the study of Torah, the
history of the Jewish people, Hebrew
and the practice of rituals and
ceremonies. It is our belief that this
covenant extends from generation to
generation and is shared by families and
community. Our school provides a
foundation and deep commitment to the
ethical and moral traditions of Judaism.
We aim to establish a meaningful
partnership among children, teachers,
clergy and parents which teaches a
complete understanding of Jewish values
and inspires a love of Jewish learning.
With one of the largest schools in Bergen
County, Kindergarten through 3rd grade
meet once a week on Sundays, grades 4
6 meet midweek and on Sundays, and
grades 7 12 meet on Monday evenings.
Lakeland Hills Jewish Center
(Conservative)
7 Conklintown Road
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Mailing address: P.O. Box 115
Ringwood, NJ 07456
Tel.: (973) 835-4786
E-mail: office@lhjc.org
Website: www.lhjc.org
The Hebrew School is part of the
Temple Emanuel Hebrew School in
Franklin Lakes, NJ. Cheryl Kiviat is the
liaison between us and the School. It is a
very warm place, and our children have
been very welcome there. LHJC is
currently too small to support a Hebrew
School on its own.
Temple Beth Or
(Reform)
56 Ridgewood Road
Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 722-0269
Fax: (201) 664-7214
E-mail: ibolton@templebethornj.org
Website: www.templebethornj.org
Director of Lifelong Learning: Irene Bolton
Grades: K 7
Temple Beth Or Religious School is a
welcoming place where the entire family
is engaged in building a strong Jewish
identity. Our curriculum includes
Hebrew, Torah, Jewish values, music and
worship. Our students explore their
Jewish heritage and build their
relationship with God, the community,
and the world through engaging lessons
and projects. Temple Beth Or Religious
School follows the national Union for
Reform Judaism (URJ) CHAI Learning for
Jewish Life Curriculum. Students in
grades K 2 meet once a week on
Sundays and grades 3-7 meet on
Sundays and Tuesdays. Our Teen
Community Night program meets
Tuesday evenings. Our teen program
allows our young adults opportunities to
express their Judaism thru social
experiences, learning and mitzvah
projects.
Chabad Center
of Passaic County
(Orthodox affiliated with Lubavitch)
194 Ratzer Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 694-6274
Fax: (973) 694-1093
E-mail: chanig@jewishwayne.com
Website: JewishWayne.com
Religious School Principal: Chani Gurkov
Ages 3 13
The Chabad Hebrew School was created
with one goal in mind: to offer ALL
Jewish children an education and
memories that would inspire them for a
lifetime. To make Hebrew School the
beginning of Jewish learning and
growth, not the end. In short, to create
an independent, parent-involved Hebrew
school that children would actually look
forward to attending.
Shomrei Torah
(Conservative)
30 Hinchman Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 696-2500
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Fax: (973) 696-2419
E-mail: principal@shomreitorahwcc.org
Principal/Director: Karen Weiss
Secretary: Kathy Todd
Grades: K 12
Office Hours: Sundays, 9 am 1 pm;
Tuesdays, 10:30 am 8:30 pm;
Thursdays, 10:30 am 6:30 pm.
Shomrei Torah is proud of its distinctive
honor of having been a USCJ
Framework of Excellence Religious
school. Our Religious school consists of
a Sunday school for grades K-2; a two-
day a week Hebrew school for grades 3-
7, and we offer a Hebrew high program
for students in grades 8-12.
Temple Beth Tikvah
Religious School
(Reform)
950 Preakness Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-6565
Fax: (973) 595-8192
E-mail: tbtschool@aol.com
Principal/Director: Ellen Goldin, RJE
Grades: PreK 12
TBT Religious school population ranges
from preK to grade 12. An innovative
curriculum is geared to provide a solid
Hebrew and Judaic knowledge base.
Age-appropriate teaching techniques, a
resource room, music, special projects,
trips, and family education are some of
the learning tools used.
Temple Emanuel
of the Pascack Valley
(Conservative)
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 391-0801
Fax: (201) 391-1719
E-mail: administration@tepv.org
Website: www.tepv.org
Director of Congregational Education:
Rabbi Shelley Kniaz
School Administrator: Marjorie Shore
Grades K-7
The goal of Jewish education is not just
acquiring knowledge but also developing
a love of all things Jewish. For this to
happen, students must find their
experience in the school and synagogue
irresistible. To do this, we have
outstanding teachers who stress the
hands-on, active engagement of
students in the study and practice of
Torah, prayers and blessings, holidays,
ritual and interpersonal mitzvot, Tikkun
Olam/Social Action, Israel, and
prayerbook Hebrew.
The school and synagogue are
integrated. Rabbi Shull and Cantor
Biddelman are highly involved in the
Religious School. The Early Childhood
Program, Sisterhood and Mens Club all
work together with us on programs and
projects.
Jewish Education is a family affair. Our
Outstanding Family programs
reinforce the childrens education and
also create Jewish Quality Time for our
families. A variety of interactive, cultural,
educational and social programs will
augment our 2-day, 4 hour per week
(grades 3-7) schedule of traditional
classroom learning.
Our Sunday program for children in
kindergarten through 2nd grade offers
special opportunities and incentives for
young families. Children meet weekly
and cover a variety of topics including
basic Hebrew language and holiday
observances through stories, games and
activities.
MazelTots - Temple Emanuel of the
Pascack Valley is proud to offer a
Sunday morning group for 3 year olds
and their parent/parents (we love
grandparents, too!). MazelTots meets on
several Sunday mornings during the
school year from 10 am to 11 a.m. and is
facilitated by Lisa Lonschein our Parent-
Child Program coordinator. The program
is specially designed for parents or
grandparents who want to share the joy
of Judaism and the Jewish holidays with
their young child. You are also welcome
to attend our very child-friendly Early
Family Shabbat service on the first Friday
of the month at 6:45 p.m. where we
celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Ben Shull
and Cantor Mark Biddelman in lively
song and story (oneg Shabbat follows).
We also recognize birthdays of the
month! The children enjoy this ritual
and always look forward to this special
moment. For more information contact
Marjorie Shore at 201-391-0801 or
margie@tepv.org. Mazeltots is open to
the greater Jewish community free of
charge. Pre-registration is required.
Club Katan is an innovative monthly
program for 4 year-olds. It focuses on
Jewish observances and family customs
through storytelling, crafts, songs and
games. The club meets on designated
Sundays and includes a snack. Club
Katan is open to the community
regardless of affiliation and is free of
charge. Registration required.
Kadima is the middle school (6-8th
grade) youth group of the Conservative
Movement. Our 6-8th grade enjoys a
Kadima program once per month. The
5th grade participates in their own taste
of Kadima during school hours a few
times during the year.
Valley Chabad
(Lubavitch)
100 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 476-0157
Fax: (201) 476-0686
Website: www.valleychabad.org
Religious School Principal: Hinda Drizin
Program Director: Chavi Greenberg
Bat Mitzvah Tutor: Levi Rivkin
Our goal is to offer all Jewish Children
an education with memories that will
inspire them for a lifetime. We provide
an education that instills Jewish pride, a
sense of history, and a genuine and
meaningful understanding of Judaism.
Through this knowledge, these children
grow into informed, thinking Jewish
adults who will shape our communities
and our world in years to come.
Addison M. & Elizabeth Opper
Hebrew School at Temple
Beth Rishon
595 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 891-4466
Fax: (201) 891-0508
E-mail: templeoffice@bethrishon.org
Website: www.bethrishon.org
Hebrew School Director: Rabbi Sanford
Olshansky
The Addison M. & Elizabeth Opper
Hebrew School offers personalized and
relevant Jewish learning for students from
kindergarten through 12th grade. For the
second year, the school is offering a
unique and accommodating schedule.
Parents and students are offered an
option of a twice-a-week program or one
weekday and one Sunday. The caring
and experienced staff at Temple Beth
Rishon strives to provide a positive
Jewish educational experience in a
nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
The school fosters Jewish identity and
instills pride in our shared culture and
heritage. In addition, the Hebrew School
builds a strong Jewish community for the
students. We implement a stimulating,
relevant, and age-appropriate curriculum
in which every student experiences
success. Hebrew skills, synagogue skills,
and joyful experiencing of Jewish
traditions are developed through
individualized learning, hands-on
activities, social action/mitzvah
opportunities, trips, lectures, discussions,
and exciting Shabbat and holiday
celebrations.
In partnership with the renowned Bergen
County High School of Jewish Studies, our
High School program offers a vibrant
meeting place for interested Jewish youth
who come together to learn, discuss their
heritage and future as Jews, and remain
engaged and involved as members of our
modern Jewish community. Space is
limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Supplementary Schools
Israeli
Nitzanim
c/o Fair Lawn Jewish Center
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 679-5742
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Principal: Ruth Bashan
A Hebrew-speaking Israeli cultural
school, according to the Israeli style of
education. We teach Hebrew in Hebrew.
Supplementary Schools
High School
Bergen County High School
of Jewish Studies (BCHSJS)
140 Main Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 488-0834
Fax: (201) 488-2126
E-mail: office@bchsjs.org
Website: www.bchsjs.org
Principal: Bess Adler
Grades: 8 12
BCHSJS is a county-wide regional
Hebrew high school for students in
grades 8 12. It meets on Sunday
mornings at Maayanot in Teaneck and
Monday evenings at Temple Emanuel in
Woodcliff Lake with a large course
selection.There are also trips and
activities, community service programs
and student retreats.
Rebecca and Israel Ivry Prozdor
High School
at The Jewish Theological Seminary
3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
and
Temple Israel & Jewish Community Center
475 Grove Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (212) 678-8824
Fax: (212) 678-8833
Website: www.jtsa.edu
Principal: Russell Braman
Students of the Rebecca and Israel Ivry
Prozdor experience the joy of Jewish
study in an intellectually rigorous,
emotionally supportive and ethically
responsible community. They develop
the textual, linguistic and interpretive
skills that comprise the foundations of
Jewish literacy. Through study and
practice, students explore their member-
ship in the Jewish people, and their
relationships with God and Torah, family
and community, Israel and America.
They grow as people, as Jews, and as
leaders of their communities. Staff and
faculty serve as accessible role models
for students. The school meets twice a
week.
Temple Beth Or
(Reform)
56 Ridgewood Road
Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Tel.: (201) 722-0269
Fax: (201) 664-7214
E-mail: ibolton@templebethornj.org
Website: www.templebethornj.org
Director of Lifelong Learning: Irene Bolton
Temple Beth Or Religious School is a
welcoming place where the entire family
is engaged in building a strong Jewish
identity. Our curriculum includes
Hebrew, Torah, Jewish values, music and
worship. Our students explore their
Jewish heritage and build their
relationship with God, the community,
and the world through engaging lessons
and projects. Temple Beth Or Religious
School follows the national Union for
Reform Judaism (URJ) CHAI Learning for
Jewish Life Curriculum. Students in
grades K 2 meet once a week on
Sundays and grades 3-7 meet on
Sundays and Tuesdays. Our Teen
Community Night program meets
Tuesday evenings. Our teen program
allows our young adults opportunities to
express their Judaism thru social
experiences, learning and mitzvah
projects.
Temple Emanuel
of the Pascack Valley
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel.: (201) 391-0801
Fax: (201) 391-1719
E-mail: administration@tepv.org
Website: www.tepv.org
Director of Congregational Education:
Rabbi Shelley Kniaz
School Administrator: Marjorie Shore
Grades 8-12
Jewish Teens Joining Together
(otherwise known as JT2) (Open to 7th
grade and up). JT2 was created to
provide our temples youth with a
connection to Judaism through temple
youth group programming. The youth
group promotes informal education in
the form of social action, religious
experience, cultural programming within
a social environment for the Jewish
youth within Temple Emanuel. JT2 is run
by its own members and provides fresh
programming including social, religious,
and community building events that
satisfies both their membership while
continually attracting new membership.
Past programs have included: bowling,
laser tag, dinner & movie, bake sale
fundraising and volunteering for temple-
wide programs such as Purim Carnival
and Lag Bomer. JT2s Youth Advisor is
Yitz Greenbaum, Temple Emanuel
Religious School Teacher and Kadima
Advisor. And the lay Youth Chairperson
on Temple Emanuels Board is Karen
Kent. Monthly events are held the first
Sunday of every month during the
school year. There is no membership
cost to join JT2. For more information or
to find out how to get your child
involved, please email jt2@tepv.org.
Semester/Sessions in Israel
Programs High School
Listings are alphabetical by program name.
Alexander Muss High School
in Israel
78 Randall Avenue
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Tel.: (212-472-9300
E-mail: info@amhsi.org
Website: www.amhsi.org
The Alexander Muss High School in
Israel is dedicated to engaging 11th and
12th grade students to discover, explore,
and embrace their connection to the
history, culture, and land of Israel.
During an eight-week session that is
offered five times a year, students plunge
into history as the country becomes the
classroom. Our seasoned and passionate
educators become the students mentors
as they inspire them to live outside of
books, encounter new ideas, and
challenge themselves in infinite ways.
AMHSI is accredited by the Middle States
Association of Schools so that all
coursework will receive academic credit
from their local high schools.
NFTY-EIE High School in Israel
URJ Youth Division
633 Third Avenue, 7th floor
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 650-4073
Website: www.nftyeie.org
Director of Admissions: Robin Kulwin
E-mail: rkulwin@urj.org
EIE is the premier academic travel and
learning experience for Reform teens.
You spend a full semester in Israel
participating in a fully accredited
academic program based in Kibbutz
Tzuba, which is located 30 minutes
outside of Jerusalem. Our students study
Jewish history through experiential
learning, take a Hebrew Ulpan class in
addition to their regular general studies
courses, and receive full high school
credit upon their return. Some activities
include Gadna, a weeklong trip to
Poland, camping in the desert, a cross-
country hike, and much more.
Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim
(TRY)
Ramah Programs in Israel
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Tel.: (212) 678-8883
E-mail: ramahisrael@jtsa.edu
Website: www.ramah.org.il
TRY is a full-semester, fully accredited
academic program for students in grades
10-12. The program is unique in its
integration of academic study with
experiential activities designed to foster a
deep knowledge and love of Israel. Our
campus is in Jerusalem with extensive
time spent traveling throughout Israel.
Hiking, biking, and kayaking, and
community service are just some of the
extra-curricular activities found on TRY.
TRY is under the auspices of the
Conservative movement.
Semester in Israel Programs
College
Fairleigh Dickinson University
1000 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
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Tel.: (201) 692-2738
Fax: (201) 692-7349
Website: www.fdu.edu
Contact: Warren Blaker
FDU offers Semester Study Abroad
programs at the University of Haifa,
a three-week Israel Study Abroad
Experience program and arrangements
with various yeshivot in Israel. The
programs are open to FDU students and
others. Credit is also given for several
high school study programs.
Young Judaea Year Course
in Israel
Tel.: (800) 725-0612
Website: www.yearcourse.org
Year Course is a nine-month volunteer
and accredited study program for recent
high school graduates in Israel. Optional
specialty tracks in Visual Arts, Design,
Performing Arts, Medicine, Sports, and
Culinary Arts. Our Olami international
travel options allow students to visit
Morocco, Ethiopia, India, Portugal,
Kazakhstan, and more! We also offer
Shalem, a more complete religious Israel
program for Orthodox participants, and
Shevat, offering religious and spiritual
exploration in an observant atmosphere.
Participants can earn up to a years
worth of college credit through the
American Jewish University-in-Israel,
while building leadership skills and
developing and strengthening their
relationship with the countrys land
and people.
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Adult Education
Please see the synagogue chart on
pages 66-73.
The listings in the Adult Education section
are alphabetical by town, and then further
alphabetized by program.
Temple Emanu-El
Closter
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-9997
Fax: (201) 750-1894
Throughout the year, Temple Emanu-El
offers a wide range of adult education
programs such as book discussions,
scholar in residence seminars, special
trips and engaging speakers.
Congregation Bris Avrohom
Fair Lawn
30-02 Fair Lawn Ave
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel: (201) 791-7200
Women's circle meets once a month for
workshop and learning.
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel
Lunch and Learn
Fair Lawn
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Rabbi: Ronald Roth
Our Nosh and Knowledge class meets
from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM on Tuesdays
throughout the year.
Florence Melton Adult
Mini-School
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3913/4
Contact: Fran Koszer, Frieda Hershman
Huberman
The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School,
a project of The Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, offers adults the opportunity
to study about Jewish beliefs, practices,
history, and traditions in a relaxed and
pluralistic environment. The Melton
School, which is sponsored in northern
New Jersey by Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jersey and a consortium
of JCCs and congregations in the
community, helps students explore
Jewish value-concepts, life cycle and
holiday traditions, history, and ethics
through the study of texts and group
discussion. Twenty-eight weekly classes
are offered in a variety of locations in
the area.
Ulpan
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3908
Contact: Galeet Lipke
Ulpan is an educational model for
teaching conversational Hebrew..Our
classes use the Israeli Ulpan method and
materials for teaching and improving
Hebrew language skills, including
conversation, comprehension, reading
and writing. Courses are taught at all
levels in small, interactive classes by
experienced Israeli teachers. The course
textbook utilized by our Ulpan is called
Hebrew from Scratch (parts 1 and 2).
Youth Shlichim
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Hagar Nadel, hnadel@jccotp.org
Liron Karass, lkarass@yjcc.org.
The Youth Shlichim are the communitys
youth representatives from Israel who
work mainly with grade schoolers, teens
and student groups. The Youth Shlichim
organize educational and recreational
programs about Israel today, Israeli
society and culture.
Bais Hamedrash of
Bergen County
mailing address:
312 Briarcliffe Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-8658
(201) 387-2270
(201) 287-0880
Contacts: Rabbi Yaakov Neuburger
Rabbi Steven Pruzansky
Rabbi Elchanan Dulitz
The Bais Hamedrash of Bergen County
meets nightly both at Cong. Beth
Abraham in Bergenfield and at Cong.
Bnai Yeshurun in Teaneck. The program
provides numerous opportunities for
Torah study in small groups and in one-
to-one sessions. Please call for details.
The Bruno Bieler Jewish
Learning Institute
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
Weekly classes on the essentials of
Jewish literacy in four accredited courses
are offered: Jewish Mysticism, Basic
Judaism, Jewish History and the Jewish
Calendar.
Friends of Lubavitch
of Bergen County
Teaneck
In addition to its many educational
programs, Lubavitch sponsors Power
Breakfasts, one-on-one interactive study
of topic of choice with a student from
the Rabbinical College of America, from
9 - 10 a.m. on alternate Sunday
mornings. Sessions are preceded by
services and breakfast from 8 - 9 a.m.
Institute of Traditional Judaism
(The Metivta)
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: office@utj.org
Website: www.TheMetivta.org
Dean: Rabbi Ronald D. Price
Reish Metivta: Rabbi Prof. David Halivni
The Institute of Traditional Judaism (the
Metivta) is the rabbinical studies arm of
the Union for Traditional Judaism. It
trains both rabbis and other communal
leaders for religious, administrative, and
educational roles throughout North
America. While Semikhah is granted to
men only, graduate studies are open to
men and women. The ITJ also offers a
Preparatory Program (Mekhinah) for
those who would like to spend a year in
Jewish text immersion, and participates
in an MPA program jointly with Fairleigh
Dickinson University (see listing this
page). In 2009, the ITJ inaugurated
Real-Time Torah, a system that allows
many students at once to participate
from remote locations in face-to-face,
real-time shiurim. Unlike broadcast
webinars, the UTJ/ITJ system allows the
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teacher and students to see each other
and speak with each other much as they
would do if they were in the same room.
Regular full-credit courses that once
required attendance in Teaneck are open
to students anywhere. To enroll: call 201-
801-0707 or e-mail office@utj.org
Jewish Learning Experience
(JLE)
1116 Trafalgar
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 966-4498
(800) 71-JEWISH
E-mail: rabbi@jle.org
Website: www.jle.org
Director: Rabbi David Pietrouzka
The Jewish Learning Experience offers a
serious program of lectures, classes and
events geared toward Jewish adults who
wish to improve their level of Jewish
awareness, understanding, and
observance. The JLE offers classes in
the weekly Torah portion, beginners
Hebrew, and a wide variety of Jewish
subjects, including free High Holiday
explanatory services. The JLE program
also includes special Shabbat and
holiday programs, Shabbat home
hospitality, one-on-one learning, and a
weekly Shabbat morning explanatory
service. All classes and most programs
are free of charge. Singles, couples, and
families are welcome.
Master of Public Administration,
Specializing in Jewish
Communal Service
Joint program:
Fairleigh Dickinson University
1000 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-7312
Director, Public Administration Institute:
Dr. William Roberts
and
Institute of Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: office@utj.org
Contact: Rabbi Ronald Price
The joint program is designed to better
prepare Jewish communal leaders and
workers for organizational work in
synagogues, Jewish schools, communal
agencies and other Jewish organizations.
Students who enter the joint Master of
Public Administration program will also
be eligible to take additional courses in
Judaic studies at the Institute of
Traditional Judaism and earn a certificate
in Jewish studies.
One-on-One Learning
Jewish Learning Experience (JLE)
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 833-1328
(800) 71-JEWISH
For further JLE details, please see above.
Open Beit Midrash
The Metivta (Institute of Traditional
Judaism)
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: office@utj.org
Temple Emeth
1666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1322
Fax: (201) 833-4831
Temple Emeth believes that Jewish
learning is a lifelong pursuit. Weekly
Torah Study, Lunch and Learn, and
Yiddish class are complemented by our
Mini-University which offers traditional
and modern topics on Tuesday evenings.
Major events include our Scholar-in-
Residence Weekend, the Joshua
Trachtenberg Memorial Lecture, and our
annual Adult Study Kallah Weekend.
Yeshiva Gedolah of Teaneck
1443 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-5920
Contact: Rabbi Eliyohu Roberts
Classes include Hidden Treasures of the
Parsha at 8 p.m. on Wednesday
evenings, a session on the prophets at
9 a.m. every other Sunday, and an Avot
Uvanim learning session from 7 8 p.m.
on Sundays. Daily prayer services are
held at 7:30 a.m. (shacharit), 3 p.m.
(mincha) and 10 p.m. (maariv).
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Through its classes, programs, lectures,
film screenings, and special events, the
Judaic Department of the JCC presents
many opportunities for the transmission
of Jewish texts, values, and experiences.
We promote an abiding commitment to
Jewish faith, culture, and heritage that
encompasses our love for both America
and the state of Israel. Our activities are
designed to enrich and respect the
diversity of the Jewish community.
Select an exciting Judaic studies course
from our array of offerings. From
intensive Jewish study groups to crash
courses in Hebrew reading, and from
multi-session series to singles lectures
enrich your life with an understanding
and knowledge of the Jewish heritage.
Programs include: Hebrew reading and
Ulpan; Holocaust education; Israel
advocacy; Jewish holiday programs and
workshops; Judaic Scholar-in Residence
classes; lectures; Muriel and Matthew
Feldman Distinguished Lecture Series;
Rabbi Isaac L. Swift Chair of Judaic
Studies; Sephardic culture programs;
social action events; Torah studies;
womens Rosh Hodesh.
JCC University
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Top professors and experts in their fields
present on a diverse array of topics,
offering people the opportunity to
rekindle previous passions, ignite new
interest, meet new people and stay
involved in the developments that shape
todays world. Presentation cover
politics, psychology, art literature, music,
comparative religion, cultural history,
science and health. Groups meet for two
sessions each meeting for four or five
semesters on Thursdays from 10:15am
2:15 pm. For more information, call
Kathy at 201.408.1454.
Computer Center for People 40+
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
The Computer Learning Center provides
Adults 40+ with a friendly, low-pressure
environment, where they can acquire
computer knowledge from fundamentals
and Excel to email and the internet.
Personal attention from our extremely
competent instructors and coaches is
stressed. Classes are small and each
student learns on an individual computer
and receives a detailed course manual.
For a registration packet containing all
fees and information and to register,
please call Rachel Pasher Eijkenaar at
201.569.7900 ext. 309.
Jewish Womens Connection
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Leah Richter, Chair
Join a dynamic group of women
promoting educational, social and Jewish
interests for women in the JCC and the
community. The Jewish Womens
Connection is made possible by the Ruth
Warshauer Womens Agenda Fund.
Womens Rosh Chodesh
Study Group
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Self, Identity And Consciousness In The
Torah, lead by Rabbi Adina Lewittes.
One of the most unique features of
Judaism is its invitation to engage in life-
long dialogue with our sacred texts and
traditions. Combining literary analysis
with psychoanalytic thought as well as
rabbinic and Hassidic teachings, the
group uncovers the richness of the Bible
and the interplay between self, family,
community and God. For more
information, call Robyn Rosenfeld,
201.408.1429.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Fax: (201) 871-4181
E-mail: rabbi@chabadlubavitch.org
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Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
Rabbi: Mordechai Shain
Lubavitch is here and ready to serve you
and your family. Come join us and
experience being part of our community
through Holiday Awareness Programs,
Community Lectures, Adult Education,
Hospital and Nursing Home Visitation,
Judaica Services, Womens Rosh Chodesh
groups, Bar/Bat Mitvah Clubs, Teen
Friendship Clubs, Junior Congregations,
Family Shabbatons, Nursery School,
Hebrew Sunday School, Camp Gan
Israel, and a magnificent and modern
mikvah.
Jewish Learning Institute (JLI)
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Contact: Rabbi Yitzchak Gershovitz
E-mail: rabbiyitzchak@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: www.chabadlubavitch.org
The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute is a
series of lectures given three semesters
per year. It has been created in the
tradition of teachers establishing bonds
with students pursuing intellectual and
spiritual growth in their adult years.
These courses are taught through
interactive dialogue accompanied by
dynamic textbooks and dramatic
audiovisual presentations.
Temple Sinai of Bergen County
One Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-3075
Fax: (201) 568-6095
E-mail: info@templesinaibc.org
Website: www.templesinaibc.org
Temple Sinai offers a variety of adult
education offerings. These include the
following:
Kulanu is a weekly Jewish Studies class
that explores Judaism and meets Sundays
from 9:30 11:00 AM.
Shabbat Morning Torah Study on
Saturday from 9:00 10:00 AM is part
book group, part religious study and at
times a Chavurah. The discussion is
accessible to all who are eager, whether
a novice or an advanced student. All
classes are in English and any Hebrew
portions are fully explained. Participants
share the same amazement at how
touched they are by the book and how
it has grown on them. They do indeed
find it a tree of life.
On Monday from 12:30 PM 2:00 PM,
come lunch with Rabbi Millstein for
Lunch & Learn to discuss current
events and the world Jewish community
each Monday! All are welcome to join
this free engaging class. Please bring
your own brown bag lunch!
Yoga Nice & Easy helps develop
mindfulness and stress coping strategies
and leads to an overall sense of well-
being.
Shabuot evening, 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
On Shavuot, at Tikkun Leil Shavuot,
we celebrate both the revelation of our
Torah and the harvest in the Land of
Israel. For many years, Jews have begun
this celebration with a night of study and
community. We gather in a relaxed
atmosphere to study, to learn, and to
share a light meal and socialize.
For additional information, contact
saidekman@templesinaibc.org or 201-
568-3035.
Kollel of Bergen County
Contact: Dr. Andy Fink
Tel.: (201) 833-2527
Contact: Hersel Benji
Tel.: (201) 261-1453
Contact: David Savetsky
Tel.: (201) 836-8291
The program, for men only, offers
morning programs on Gmara, halacha,
and mussar. The program is held under
the auspices of Rabbi Yisroel Teichman
of Khal Adath Jeshurun of Paramus,
Rabbi Laurence Rothwachs of Cong. Beth
Aaron of Teaneck, and Rabbi Gidon
Lane of Monsey, NY.
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Renaissance
Temple Emeth
666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1322
Fax: (201) 833-4831
The Temple Emeth Renaissance Group is
a social, cultural, and educational
organization open to Temple Emeth
congregants who are empty nesters, age
fiftysomethingplus. Renaissance Group
membership is open to both couples and
singles, either retired or still working.
Dues are $10 per person per year. Co-
chaired by Barbara Kaufman and Elaine
Pollack, the Renaissance Group
schedules a variety of programs,
activities, and trips throughout the year.
Renaissance at Temple Sinai
1 Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-3035
Website: wwwtemplesinaibc.org
An opportunity for senior congregants
55 and up to continue educational and
cultural experiences in a social
atmosphere. Activities include book
discussions, movies, lectures, concerts,
museum and theater trips amd historical
tours.
Holocaust Resources
The New Synagogue of
Fort Lee Holocaust Museum
1585 Center Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 947-1555
The New Synagogue of Fort Lee
Holocaust Museum has been
recomended by Dr. Paul B. Winkler,
Commissioner of Holocaust Education in
the State of New Jersey, as an excellent
source of holocaust studies for students.
Rabbi Meir Berger, temple rabbi and
holocaust educator also works with the
Bergen County Police and Fire
Departments mentoring troubled
juveniles who have committed vandalism
and hate crimes. The museum offers
holocaust studies, guest lecturers, film
and an extensive library.
Center for Holocaust and
Genocide Studies
Ramapo College
505 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Tel.: (201) 684-7409
Fax: (201) 684-7953
E-mail: mriff@ramapo.edu
Website:
www.ramapo.edu/academics/holocaust
Director: Dr. Michael A. Riff
The Center undertakes and sponsors a
variety of programs and activities,
including workshops for educators, art
exhibitions, recording testimonies of
local Holocaust survivors, film series,
lectures and panel discussions. The
Center was founded in 1980 to sensitize
the northern New Jersey community to
the tragedy of Hitlers war against the
Jews and other genocides. Previously an
independent non-profit organization, the
Center is now an integral part of Ramapo
College. It receives funding from private
donations and Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jersey.
FDU Holocaust Resource
Center
1000 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-2524
Fax: (201) 692-2447
E-mail: lgrob@aol.com
Website: www.fdu.edu
Director: Dr. Leonard Grob
The Holocaust Resource Center runs two
community-wide programs annually, one
per semester. The university also offers a
Holocaust course through its Philosophy
Dept. each spring. The Holocaust
Resource Center also offers university
credit to high school students who
participate in the March of the Living.
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Jo-Ann Hassan Holocaust
Education Institute
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
This program features special guest
lecturers, film presentations, seminars,
dramatic arts presentations and annual
community-wide remembrance programs
to educate and bring awareness to the
community to preserve the memory of
the innocent victims who perished in
the Shoah.
The Museum of Jewish Heritage
A Living Memorial to the Holocaust
Edmond J. Safra Plaza
36 Battery Place in Lower Manhattan
Tel.: (646) 437-4200
Website: www.mjhnyc.org
The Museums three-floor Core
Exhibition educates people of all ages
and backgrounds about the rich tapestry
of Jewish life over the past century
before, during, and after the Holocaust.
The Museum offers visitors a vibrant
public program schedule in its Edmond
J. Safra Hall. It is also home to Andy
Goldsworthys memorial Garden of
Stones, as well as James Carpenters
Reflection Passage, Gift of The Gruss
Lipper Foundation. The Museum receives
general operating support from the New
York City Department of Cultural Affairs,
and is a founding member of the
Museums of Lower Manhattan.
H O L O C A U S T
T R A C I N G S E R V I C E
Holocaust and War Victims
Tracing and Information Center
American Red Cross
Bergen-Hudson Chapter
345 Union Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 652-3210
Fax: (201) 487-6773
E-mail:
mbookman@redcrossbergenhudson.org
Website: www.redcrossbergenhudson.org
Contact: Norma Perez
The free service provides tracing services
and information about those who were
separated or killed in the Holocaust. Red
Cross chapters are connected to a global
network of worldwide Red Cross
National societies; the International
Tracing Service in Arolsen, Germany;
and hundreds of state archives, museums
and organizations throughout the world.
Jewish Family Education
Programs
Many other synagogues also offer Family
Education Programs.
Temple Israel &
Jewish Community Center
Ridgewood
Tel.: (201) 444-9329
Rabbi: David J. Fine
Family Education workshops are held for
each grade in the Religious School from
kindergarten up.
Temple Avodat Shalom
Chaverim
River Edge
Tel.: (201) 489-0107
Rabbi-Educator: Paula Feldstein
The Chaverim after-school program is
held for parents and children by age
level. In addition, two Gesher family
education programs per grade are held
each year for parents and children in the
Religious School.
Temple Emanuel
of the Pascack Valley
Woodcliff Lake
Tel.: (201) 391-0801
Email: administration@tepv.org
Temple Emanuel offers a wide variety of
family programs in addition to curricular
based programming. Additional family
education events, which frequently
center on holiday themes, are open to
the entire community.
Jewish Parent Education
Programs
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Director: Johanna Sohinki
Tel.: (201) 408-1430
Contact: Lisa Sternbach
Tel.: (201) 408-1437
The JCC offers many Jewish parenting
and family life programs on a revolving
basis.
Libraries
Many synagogues have excellent lending
and reference libraries. Please check the
reference chart on pages 66-73.
Teachers Center
Jewish Educational Services
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 820-3900
Institute of Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
Website: www.themetivta.org
E-mail: office@utj.org
The Paul Lenger
Memorial Library
Marcus Chabad House
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Temple Emeth
1666 Windsor Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
in Bergen County
Tel.: (201) 833-1322
Fax: (201) 833-4831
Rabbi Joshua Trachtenberg Memorial
Library is the only synagogue library in
Bergen County with advanced
accreditation from the Association of
Jewish Libraries. New acquisitions, books
on tape and CD, and videos comprise an
impressive collection in a comfortable
room.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Library
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 569-7900
Jewish Heritage Video
Collection
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1458
The JHVC video and DVD library
contains over 200 film and television
programs carefully chosen for both
quality and relevance. The collection
covers areas ranging from the American
Jewish experience to religion and
identity, and includes features and
documentaries, American and foreign
productions, and childrens videos.
Become part of the JHVC its easy to
join! Come in and sign up for your free
video library membership. Tapes and a
free catalogue are available at the front
desk whenever the JCC is open. $3/$4
for three days, late fee is $1/day, per
video. The JHVC is made possible
through the generosity of Abe and
Sheila Schlussel.
Senior Lending Library
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 263
Contact: Devra Kanter
E-mail: dkanter@yjcc.org
The library contains general fiction in
both paperback and large-type hardback
books.
Public Libraries
Many local public libraries have the
Encyclopedia Judaica on their shelves, as
well as other Jewish reference books,
Holocaust literature, fiction with Jewish
themes and Jewish childrens books.
Outreach to the Jewish
Community
Jewish Learning Experience
(JLE)
1106 Bromley
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Tel.: (201) 966-4498
(800) 71-JEWISH
E-mail: jlerabbi@jle.org
Website: www.jle.org
Director: Rabbi David Pietrouzka
The Jewish Learning Experience offers a
serious program of lectures, classes, and
events geared toward Jewish adults who
wish to improve their level of Jewish
awareness, understanding, and
observance. The JLE offers classes in
the weekly Torah portion, beginners
Hebrew, and a wide variety of Jewish
subjects, including free High Holiday
explanatory services. The JLE program
also includes special Shabbat and
holiday programs, Shabbat home
hospitality, one-on-one learning, and a
weekly Shabbat morning explanatory
service. All classes and most programs
are free of charge. Singles, couples, and
families are welcome.
Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: 201 820-3952
Contact: Jodi Heimler
Email: jodih@jfnnj.org
Find out how you can help make the
greatest impact on the global Jewish
community. Get involved with Jewish
Federation of Northern New Jerseys
Annual Campaign divisions: Commerce
and Professional, eNgageNJ/Young
Leadership, Physicians and Dentists,
and/or Womens Philanthropy. Together
we can make a difference!
Shalom Baby
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
A Project of the Synagogue Leadership
Initiative
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3901
Contact: Nancy Perlman
E-mail: nancyP@jfnnj.org
Shalom Baby reaches out to young Jewish
families who have recently experienced
the birth or adoption of a child. The
program helps young families network
with each other and feel closer to the
Jewish community through monthly
playgroups, special events for families,
and an online group. New parents receive
a Shalom Baby tote bag filled with gifts
and resources, including a snack cup, a
book on Jewish parenting, the Guide to
Jewish Life, useful local telephone
numbers, and much more. Trained
volunteers arrange home visits to deliver
the gift package and answer questions.
Introduction to Judaism
Union for Reform Judaism
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 664-7422
The 16-week course is aimed at those
wanting to explore Judaism. The program
offers information on the basics of
Judaism, ritual, life-cycle events and
holidays, some Hebrew, and Jewish
history. It is offered throughout the year
at different locations throughout New
Jersey and New York. It is open to singles
and/or couples, Jewish or non-Jewish
who wish to make informed decisions.
P R O F E S S I O N A L
R E S O U R C E S /
T R A I N I N G F O R
E D U C A T O R S
BYACHAD: The Teacher
Development Institute
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3912
Contact: Minna Heilpern
BYACHAD is a semester course exploring
basic skills of pedagogy that combines
educational theory with practical
applications for the Jewish classroom.
Through their experience in the course,
participants will become more effective
teachers and gain confidence in their
teaching skills. Participants will have the
opportunity to share and reflect upon their
own teaching experiences during class
discussions. Topics of the course include:
Establishing a Positive Start to the School
Year, Classroom Management, Teaching
Techniques and Educational Gaming,
Theory of Multiple Intelligences and its
Practical Applications, Lesson Planning,
Questioning Skills, Student Assessment,
and more. Upon satisfying the
requirements of the course, which
includes regular attendance, participants
will receive three credits towards licensure
from the National Board of License for
Teachers and Principals of Jewish Schools
in North America. Participants will receive
the BYACHAD Resource Binder, by Minna
H. Heilpern. For more information, please
contact Minna H. Heilpern at 201-488-
6800, ext. 250
Jewish Educational Services
(JES)H
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
A Project of the Synagogue Leadership
Initiative
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3911
JES sponsors the Florence Melton Adult Mini
School, The Teachers Center, One Happy
Camper Scholarships and support for Day
Schools.
Tel.: (201) 820-3917
Contact: Fran Koszer
E-mail: francinek@jfnnj.org
Teachers Center
Jewish Educational Services
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3917
Contact: Fran Koszer
E-mail: frank@jfnnjnnj.org
The JES Teachers Center provides
Jewish educators in Bergen County
with ongoing professional growth
opportunities, up-to-date educational
resources, state-of-the-art original
educational materials, one-on-one
pedagogic consultations, resources and
equipment for the creation of teacher-
made materials, and opportunities to
share ideas and concerns with their
colleagues in a supportive and
educational environment.
Jewish Enrichment Project
for Youth
P.O. Box 3103
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-JEPY
Fax: (201) 837-5379
Website: www.jyep.org
E-mail: JYEP1@aol.col
Director: Deborah Rapps
The JEPY is a free service offered to new
or existing Hebrew schools who are
looking to reorganize their school to
offer a Big Brother/Sister component and
family programming to their school. It is
based on the highly successful JYEP
model in Bergen County.
Speakers Bureaus /
Think Tanks
Jewish Community Relations
Council
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
E-mail: joyk@jfnnj.org
Contact: Joy Kurland
Brenn Institute
472 Henley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 986-0647
Fax: (201) 986-0401
E-mail: Brenninstitute@aol.com
Chairman: Jeanettte Friedman
The Brenn Institute is a non-profit
organization that serves as a consultancy
group and think tank to other
organizations on a number of issues
ranging from the Holocaust to the uses
of the Internet to promote Judaism and
feminism. Its principals are historians
and communications experts who
provide a range of materials and
research. The organization also has a
speakers bureau. Among its projects are
a science fiction book on early American
Jewish history for children, Yiddish
programs, and books about the
Holocaust, as well as research on
Zionism, racism, interfaith relations, and
Jewish history.
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ADVOCACY
ANDCOMMUNITY
RELATIONS
For further information about advocacy
and community relations, please contact
Joy Kurland, Jewish Federation Jewish
Community Relations Council Director,
at (201) 820-3900.
A D V O C A C Y
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
The descriptions below either were
submitted by the organizations
themselves, or were found in their
promotional material or on their websites.
Jewish Community Relations
Council (JCRC)
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
Fax: (201) 488-1507
E-mail: joyk@jfnnj.org
JCRC Director: Joy Kurland
The Jewish Community Relations Council
is the primary address in northern New
Jersey for Jewish advocacy and
community relations activities.
AIPAC
American Israel Public Affairs Committee
477 Madison Ave., 11th floor
New York, NY 10022
Tel.: (212) 750-4110
E-mail: nyreg@aipac.org
Website: www.aipac.org
AIPAC is Americas pro-Israel lobby, and
lays the foundation for pro-Israel
political activism in America. AIPAC is on
Capitol Hill 365 days a year, working
with Congress on roughly 100 pieces of
legislation affecting Israel annually. The
New York Times called AIPAC the most
important organization affecting
Americas relationship with Israel.
American Jewish Committee
225 Millburn Avenue
Millburn, NJ 07041
Tel.: (973) 379-7844
Fax: (973) 379-2036
E-mail: newjersey@ajc.org
Website: www.ajc.org/newjersey
The American Jewish Committee
promotes pluralism, democracy, Jewish
values and Jewish literacy in the US
and abroad through political advocacy,
outstanding research publications,
building coalitions and sponsoring
educational programs for members,
the greater community and NJ school
children. American Jewish Committees
mission is also to safeguard the welfare
and security of Jews in the United States,
in Israel, and throughout the world.
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
New Jersey Office
West Orange, NJ 07052
Tel.: (973) 669-9700
Fax: (973) 669-9749
E-mail: new-jersey@adl.org
Website: www.adl.org
ADL, founded in 1913, is the worlds
leading organization fighting anti-
Semitism and other forms of bigotry.
The New Jersey Region serves the entire
state from Bergen County to Cape May.
The ADLs A World of Difference
Institute has provided diversity training
and prejudice reduction training for
500,000 educators, students, community,
corporate, and law enforcement officials.
Its Confronting Anti-Semitism program
for Hebrew and day schools and security
seminars for Jewish institutions provide
direct services to the Jewish community.
The ADL assists victims of anti-Semitism
and other forms of bias, advocates on
behalf of Israel, addresses separation of
church-state issues, and works closely
with law enforcement in counter-
terrorism efforts and in monitoring
extremist activities.
ARZA, the Association for
Reform Zionists of America
633 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 650-4280
Fax: (212) 650-4289
E-mail: arza@arza.org
Website: www.arza.org
ARZA, the Association of Reform Zionists
in America (the Zionist arm and voice of
the Reform movement in the U.S.)
endeavors to make Israel fundamental to
the sacred lives and Jewish identity of
Reform Jews. As a Zionist organization,
ARZA champions activities that further
enhance Israel as a pluralistic, just, and
democratic Jewish state. ARZA is the
Zionist arm of the Reform movement
and an affiliate of the Union for Reform
Judaism, serving 1.5 million Reform/
Progressive Jews. ARZA is the vehicle for
the mass participation of American
Reform Jews, focusing on Israel, with an
emphasis on advocacy and travel, and
Zionist education in America. ARZAs
initiative Israel Matters: Our
Commitment to Israel provides the
foundation for programming and
advocacy relating to the core mission.
ARZAs strong presence as the
representative of Reform Judaism in the
World Zionist Organization and the
Jewish Agency for Israel ensures annual
support for the Israel Movement for
Progressive Judaism and the Israel
Religious Action Center, as does a
percentage of our membership dues.
World Union for Progressive
Judaism
633 Third Avenue, 6th floor
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 452-6530
Fax: (212) 452-6585
E-mail: wupj@urj.org
Website: www.wupj.org
The World Union for Progressive Judaism
is the international umbrella organization
of the Reform, Liberal, Progressive, and
Reconstructionist movements, serving
1,200 congregations with 1.7 million
members in 42 countries. The World
Union strengthens Jewish life in Israel
and worldwide by establishing and
supporting modern, pluralistic
congregations and institutions,
developing Jewish communal and
youth leadership, and advancing social
justice.
CAMERA
POB 35040
Boston, MA 02135
Tel.: (617) 789-3672
Fax: (617) 787-7853
Website: www.camera.org
The Committee for Accuracy in Middle
East Reporting in America is a non-
denominational, educational organization
devoted to promoting accurate and
balanced coverage of Israel and the
Middle East.
Center for Interreligious
Understanding
492-C Cedar Lane
Teaneck NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 804-4776
Website: www.ciunow.org
E-mail: info@faithindialogue.org
Executive Director: Rabbi Jack Bemporad
The Center for Interreligious
Understanding fosters understanding
of the traditions, history and inter-
relationships between and among the
major religious faiths.
Coalition on the Environment
and Jewish Life
116 E. 27th Street, 10th floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel.: (212) 532-7436
Fax: (212) 686-1353
E-mail: info@coejl.org
Website: www.coejl.org
Director: Sybil Sanchez
The Coalition on the Environment and
Jewish Life (COEJL) deepens the Jewish
communitys commitment to the
stewardship of creation and mobilizes
the resources of Jewish life and learning
to protect the Earth and all its
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Fair Lawn Jewish Community
Council
17-10 River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 956-5888
Website: www.fljcc.com
E-mail: info@fljcc.com
President: Eileen Dubin
The Fair Lawn Jewish Community Council
is composed of representatives of all local
synagogues and Jewish organizations who
work together as a central agency to
provide Jewish cultural, educational,
social, and recreational activities for
people of all ages and affiliations. For
more than 60 years, we have served as
spokesperson for the Jewish community
and taken an active role in all common
concerns requiring a united action. We
administer the Tomchei Shabbos program
of Fair Lawn, providing Sabbath and
holiday meals to needy families.
Volunteers and new members are always
welcome.
Jewish Community Council
of Teaneck
POB 1221
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Co-Presidents: Manny Landau,
Bruce Prince
E-mail: landafa@aol.com
The Jewish Community Council of
Teaneck has, for 50 years, represented the
entire Jewish community of the
Township, regardless of affiliation, in all
matters of concern to any of its
constituent members. The Jewish
Community Council, whose members are
synagogues and membership organiza-
tions, sponsors an annual Purim carnival,
a Holocaust commemoration on Yom
Hashoah and four general membership
meetings a year. The Council erected a
monument adjacent to the Municipal
Building in memory of Sara Duker, a
Township resident killed in Jerusalem in a
terror attack.
Jewish Council for Public Affairs
(JCPA)
116 East 27th Street, 10th floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel.: (212) 684-6950
Fax: (212) 686-1353
E-mail: contactus@thejcpa.org
Website: www.jewishpublicaffairs.org
The Jewish Council for Public Affairs
(JCPA) is the coordinating body of the
organized American Jewish community,
addressing the mandate is to safeguard
the rights of Jews here, in Israel, and
around the world; and, in order to
accomplish that, to protect, preserve,
and promote a just American society, one
that is democratic and pluralistic.
Jewish Labor Committee
50 Broadway Suite 1600
New York, NY 10004
Tel.: (212) 477-0707
Fax: (212) 477-1918
E-mail: info@jewishlabor.org
Website: www.jewishlabor.org
The Jewish Labor Committee, founded in
1934, is a national community relations
agency that serves as a bridge linking the
Jewish community and Americas trade
union movement. The JLC works to
enhance the security of the Jewish
community by mobilizing the support of
the American labor movement for Israel
and for a range of issues of concern to
the Jewish community. At the same time,
the JLC serves as the voice of organized
labor in theJewish community and helps
to mobilize Jewish support for issues of
shared concern, such as living wage
campaigns, immigration policy, support
for quality public school education,
prescription drug coverage for the poor
and elderly, and other healthcare issues.
The JLC organizes Labor Seders across the
country that bring together local trade
union leadership and local Jewish
communal leaders. The JLC has prepared
a unique Jewish Labor Committee
Passover Haggadah, now in its third
edition. JLC also published Labor Rights
in Jewish Tradition, and other material on
the Jewish-labor connection.
Jewish Orthodox Feminist
Alliance (JOFA)
520 8th Avenue, 4th floor
New York, NY 10018
Tel.: (212) 679-8500
Fax: (212) 679-7428
E-mail: Jofa@jofa.org
Website: www.jofa.org
JOFA seeks to expand opportunities for
women within the framework of halakha,
and advocates for the meaningful
participation of women in all spheres of
Jewish life..
MERCAZ USA
136 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
Tel.: (212) 533-2061
Fax: (212) 533 - 2601
E-mail: info@mercazusa.org
Website: www.mercazusa.org/
Executive Director: Rabbi Robert R. Golub
MERCAZ is the American Zionist
Organization of the Conservative
Movement and is the voice of
Conservative/Masorti Judaism in the
international bodies that serve as the
Parliament of the Jewish people. MERCAZ
is committed to bringing Conservative
Jews closer to Zionism and to Israel.
NCSJ: Advocates on behalf of
Jews in Russia, Ukraine, the
Baltic States & Eurasia
2020 K Street, N.W., Suite 7800
Washington, DC 20006
Tel.: (202) 898-2500
Fax: (202) 898-0822
E-mail: NCSJ@ncsj.org
Website: www.ncsj.org
Executive Director: Mark Levin
The NCSJ mission is to safeguard the
individual and communal political rights
of Jews living in the Former Soviet Union
and to secure their religious and political
freedoms. NCSJ actively monitors com-
pliance by the governments of the Former
Soviet Union in the areas of free
emigration and religious and cultural
rights, and also monitors closely develop-
ments related to anti-Semitism in the
Soviet successor states.
NORPAC
P.O. Box 1543
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Tel.: (201) 788-5133
E-mail: mailing@norpac.net
Website: www.norpac.net
President: Ben Chouake, M.D.
NORPAC is Americas largest and most
active bipartisan political action
committee that supports candidates for
the Senate and House of Representatives
who favor a strong U.S.-Israel relationship
and who are committed to the strength
and survival of the state of Israel.
North American Conference on
Ethiopian Jewry (NACOEJ)
255 West 36th Street, Suite 701
New York, NY 10018
Tel.: (212) 233-5200
Fax: (212) 233-5243
E-mail: nacoej@nacoej.org
Website: www.nacoej.org
NACOEJ, a 501(c)(3) organization, was
founded in 1982. In Ethiopia, NACOEJ is
the sole funder of compounds in Gondar
Province which provide thousands of daily
meals to babies, children, and pregnant or
nursing women; Jewish school for
students in grades 1-8; adult education;
paid employment; monthly community
food distribution; and religious facilities. In
Israel, NACOEJ provides educational
opportunities for more than 3,000
Ethiopian-Israeli children and young
people at the elementary, secondary, and
college levels.
New Jersey State Association of
Jewish Federations
501 Green Lane, Suite 202
Union, NJ 07083
Tel.: (908) 352-7930
Fax: (908) 352-5204
E-mail: jtoporek@stateassn.org
Executive Director: Jacob Toporek, Esq.
The NJ State Association of Jewish
Federations functions state-wide to
enhance the quality and range of services
provided to Jewish citizens of New Jersey;
to speak as a representative of the
Federations on issues of mutual interest
and concern; to develop cooperative
programs and undertake state-wide
actions in dealing with issues of common
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concern; and to serve as a resource for
information and exchange on matters that
affect the welfare of the organized Jewish
community in New Jersey. It is the
umbrella organization for the 12 Jewish
Federations in New Jersey.
C O - E X I S T E N C E
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
The Abraham Fund Initiatives
9 East 45th Street, 7th floor
New York, NY 10017
Tel.:(212) 661-7770
Fax: (212) 935-1834
E-mail: info@abrahamfund.org
Website: www.abrahamfund.org
President & CEO: Ami Nahshon
Director of Development: Michael
Greenberg
The Abraham Fund Initiatives is a not-for-
profit organization that works to advance
coexistence, equality, and cooperation
among Israels Jewish and Arab citizens
by creating and operating large-scale
initiatives, cultivating strategic grassroots
projects, and conducting public education
and advocacy programs that promote its
vision of shared citizenship and
opportunity for all of Israels citizens.
The Foundation
for Ethnic Understanding
1 East 93rd Street, Suite 1C
New York, New York 10128
Tel.: (917) 492-2538
Fax: (917) 492-2560
E-mail: ffeu@ffeu.org
Website: www.ffeu.org
President: Rabbi Marc Schneier
Chairman: Russell Simmons
The Foundation for Ethnic Understanding
is committed to the belief that direct, face-
to-face dialogue between ethnic
communities is the most effective path
toward the reduction of bigotry and the
promotion of reconciliation and
understanding.
F O O D P A N T R I E S
Center for Food Action
192 W. Demarest Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-1804
Fax: (201) 569-5619
Contact: Jennifer Rothman
The Center for Food Action is a
non-profit organization whose mission
is to prevent hunger and homelessness by
providing food, utility and rental
assistance, and advocacy to help people
solve their problems.
Congregation Ahavath Torah
240 Broad Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 568-1315
Fax: (201) 568-2991
Donations of kosher food from celebratory
events can benefit many needy
housebound or hospitalized individuals.
Please call with early notification if
possible, so that arrangements can be
made to have the items collected and
delivered as soon as possible.
Jewish Family Service of Bergen
and North Hudson
1485 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Fax: (201) 837-9393
To help with the fight against hunger, JFS
has a food pantry with kosher food.
Donations of non-perishable food and
supermarket gift cards are welcome.
Social Service Association
of Ridgewood and Vicinity
6 Station Plaza
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (201) 444-2980
Fax: (201) 444-4987
E-mail: ssa6@verizon.net
Executive Director: Denise Vollkommer
Social Service Association of Ridgewood
and Vicinity, Inc., is a not-for-profit,
private organization servicing low-income
individuals and families who reside in the
towns of Glen Rock, Ho-Ho-Kus, Midland
Park, Ridgewood, Waldwick and Wyckoff.
The Agencys mission is to provide basic
supplemental financial assistance, food,
and case management services.
Tomchei Shabbos
c/o Cong. Bnai Yeshurun
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-8916
Contact: Claire Strauss
Tomchei Shabbos provides Shabbat
meals, as well as food and supplies for
Jewish holidays, to any needy Jewish
family in northern New Jersey. The
recipients of Tomchei Shabbos include
single mothers, Russian immigrants,
the elderly, the unemployed, the sick, and
the disabled. All Tomchei Shabbos drivers
and packers are volunteers,
so almost the entire budget is
allocated directly toward the
purchase of food.
Tomchei Shabbos of Fair Lawn
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 956-5888
Fax: (201) 791-7570
E-mail: info@fljcc.com
Website: FLJCC.com
President: Eileen Dubin
Tomchei Shabbos, under the auspices of
the Fair Lawn Jewish Community Council,
provides Shabbos meals, as well as food
and supplies for Jewish holidays, to any
needy Jewish family in the Fair Lawn
area. The recipients of Tomchei Shabbos
include single parents, Jewish immigrants,
the elderly, the unemployed, the sick, and
the disabled. Tomchei Shabbos has
Donation Cards available for sale.
Funding for Tomchei Shabbos is obtained
through grants and from private and
corporate donations. We are affiliated
with Tomchei Shabbos of Bergen County.
All Tomchei Shabbos drivers and packers
are volunteers, thus allowing almost all of
the funding to go towards the purchase
of food and supplies. Volunteers are
welcome, and arrangements can be made
by calling the office.
H U M A N R E L A T I O N S
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
Bergen County Human Relations
Commission
1 Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 336-7474
Fax: (201) 336-7450
Director: Valerie Dargen, Ph.D
Contact: Gina Meyers
The Commission, which promotes
prejudice reduction in Bergen County, is
administered by the Bergen County
Department of Human Resources.
Appointed by the County Executive and
Board of Freeholders, it supports
programs that encourage religious, racial
and cultural diversity.
I N T E R - R E L I G I O U S
O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
Interfaith Brotherhood/
Sisterhood Committee of
Bergen County
c/o Jewish Community Relations Council
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
E-mail: Joyk@jfnnj.org
JCRC Director: Joy Kurland
The Interfaith Brotherhood/Sisterhood
Committee of Bergen County: eight
member communities, Bahai, Catholic,
Hindu, Muslim, Jain, Jewish, Protestant,
and Sikh, come together to promote
interfaith cooperation and understanding.
Once a year, in the spring, the Committee
holds an interfaith brunch where all can
gather together to meet, share, and
celebrate what all faiths have in common.
The brunch is hosted each year by one of
the eight communities. It is typically
attended by many hundreds of people.
Family Promise
of Bergen County
100 Dayton Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Director of Volunteers: Margo Heller
Website: www.bergenfamilypromise.org
The Interreligious Fellowship is a non-
profit organization that provides
emergency shelter and support services to
working-poor, homeless families with
dependent children.
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Inter-Faith Programs/
Events/Efforts
Brotherhood/Sisterhood Brunch
c/o Jewish Community Relations Council
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
E-mail: Joyk@jfnnj.org
JCRC Director: Joy Kurland
Martin Luther King
Commemoration
Martin Luther King Birthday Observance
Committee of Bergen County
Tel.: (201) 833-9180
Contact: Theodora Lacey
Thanksgiving Day of Harmony
sponsored by the Bergen County Human
Relations Commission
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 336-7474
Fax: (201) 336-7450
Director: Jane Linter
Ongoing Community Events
Jewish Holiday Calendar
Jewish Community Relations Council
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
E-mail: Joyk@jfnnj.org
JCRC Director: Joy Kurland
Prepared by Jewish Federation, this five-
year Jewish calendar provides dates and
explanations of Jewish holidays. It is
distributed to schools, government
officials, and Jewish community
leadership.
The Chanukah Wonderland
The Living Legacy
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
E-mail: BCLivingLegacy@aol.com
Contact: Rabbi Moshe Grossbaum
With oil making, game show, arts and
crafts, and much more, there is plenty of
Chanukah fun for the whole family.
Mitzvah Day
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3948
E-mail: aliceb@jfnnj.org
Contact: Alice Blass at (201) 820-3948
Celebrating its 15th year, Mitzvah Day
which takes place the first Sunday in
November provides volunteers of all
ages with many opportunities to give
back to the community. Opportunities
range from spending time with seniors,
brightening the day for people with
special needs, social action projects, and
nature clean-ups. Over 1,500 volunteers
take part in this event each year. Mitzvah
Day is administered and coordinated by
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jerseys Jewish Community Relations
Council, together with many other
community institutions.
Menorah Lighting
Bergen County Court House
Main & Essex Streets
Hackensack
sponsored by
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Fax: (201) 871-4181
Contact: Rabbi Mordechai Shain
E-mail: Rabbi@chabadlubavitch.org
www.chabadlubavitch.org
Holocaust (Yom Hashoah)
Programs
Center for Holocaust
and Genocide Studies
Ramapo CollegeLibrary
505 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Tel.: (201) 684-7409
Fax: (201) 684-7953
E-mail: Holgen@ramapo.edu
Website:
www.ramapo.edu/academics/holocaust
Director: Dr. Michael A. Riff
Jewish Community Council
of Teaneck
POB 1221
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Co-Presidents:
Manny Landau, Bruce Prince
E-mail: landafa@aol.com
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Many of the local synagogues also hold
Yom Hashoah programs.
Kristallnacht Programs
Center for Holocaust
and Genocide Studies
Ramapo College Library
505 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Tel.: (201) 684-7409
Fax: (201) 684-7953
E-mail: mriff@ramapo.edu
Website:
www.ramapo.edu/academics/holocaust
Director: Dr. Michael A. Riff
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Purim Carnivals
Many synagogues also hold Purim
carnivals.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Rabin Memorial Lecture
Sponsored by Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jerseys Israel Programs
Center and its Jewish Community Relations
Council, the program is held annually in
November.
Israel Programs Center Center
for Israel Engagement
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Each year in cooperation with Federation,
the community celebrates Israel
Independence Day Yom Haatzmaut.
Locations:
The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
400 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly
Tel: 201 408-1427
And
The JCC of Paramus
E. 304 Midland Avenue
Paramus
Jewish Community
Relations Council
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3946
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Seder
Womens Seder
Bergen County YJCC
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Annual event brings together women
from numerous synagogue sisterhoods
and other womens groups for a woman-
centric model seder.
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Yom Hazikaron /
Israel Memorial Day
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Yom Haatzmaut/Israeli
Independence Day Celebration
Many local synagogues, day schools,
yeshivot and supplemental Hebrew schools
also hold programs to celebrate Israels
Independence Day.
Israel Independence Day
Celebration
held at theKaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1427
conducted in cooperation with
Israel Programs Center
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Community Shaliach: Keren Glick
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
Celebrate Israel Parade
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Israel Day Parade: Sunday, June 2, 2013.
Show your support for Israel. March
along New Yorks Fifth Avenue behind
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jerseys banner with hundreds of other
enthusiastic northern New Jerseyans. Bus
transportation to the city is available. For
more information, please contact
Community Shaliach, Avinoam Segal-Elad,
your day or congregational school, or
synagogue.
Vol unt eer i ng
VOLUNTEERING
Becoming a volunteer through Jewish Federation
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus,NJ 07652
Contact: Alice Blass, Volunteer Coordinator
Tel.: (201) 820-3948
Fax: (201) 488-1507
Website: www.jfnnj.org
E-mail: aliceb@jfnnj.org
For further Jewish Federation details, please see pages 10-20.
Would you like to help repair the world? Be a part of Jewish
Federation of Northern New Jerseys Tikkun Olam Social
Action Network and you can make a positive difference in the
lives of those who are vulnerable and/or need help.
To find the volunteer opportunity that matches you best, check
out Get Connected, the volunteer clearinghouse. Make a real
difference in our community, change lives. Go to
www.jfnnj.org/getconnected for a list of the most up-to-date
opportunities. For more information, please contact Alice Blass,
aliceb@jfnnj.org
V O L U N T E E R I N G I N
T H E C O M M U N I T Y
Many organizations and synagogues also
have Social Action programs.
Bergen Reads Literacy
Project
Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 820-3947
E-mail: bethf@jfnnj.org
Beth Figman, Bergen Reads Project
Coordinator
For further Jewish Federation details,
please see page 20.
Bergen Reads is a youth literacy program
dedicated to inspiring low level readers,
grades K-4, with a love of reading, while
enriching their lives and laying the
groundwork for future success. Trained
adult volunteer Reading Buddies act as
mentors, advocates, and role models,
going into schools for weekly one-on-
one reading sessions with their students:
October through June. This program is
administered by Federations Jewish
Community Relations Council.
Get Connected
Jewish Federation
of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 820-3947
E-mail: aliceb@jfnnj.org
Get Connected Project Coordinator:
Alice Blass
For further Jewish Federation details,
please see page 20.
Get Connected works to strengthen the
Northern New Jersey Jewish community
by providing a coordinated, single entry
point for volunteerism through hands-on
volunteer placements and projects in
partnership with agencies, congregations,
and other communal organizations. The
Get Connected Guide, a directory of
volunteer opportunities, is available by
calling Alice Blass at ext. 209. Get
Connected is a Tikkun Olam Initiative of
the Jewish Community Relations Council.
Mitzvah Day
Jewish Federation
of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 820-3948
E-mail: aliceb@jfnnj.org
sharonr@jfnnj.org
Contact: Alice Blass or Sharon Rifkind
For further Jewish Federation details,
please see page 20.
This annual November program,
coordinated by the Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jerseys Jewish
Community Relations Council in
conjunction with other community
agencies and institutions, provides
participants with numerous opportunities
in which to volunteer a few hours of
their time. This includes spending time
with seniors, brightening the day for
people with special needs, social action
Become a Jewish Activist
To learn more, call the
Jewish Community Relations Council of
the Jewish Federation at (201) 820-3946
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projects, and nature clean-ups. Over
1,400 volunteers take part in this event
each year. Mitzvah Day is a Tikkun Olam
Initiative of the Jewish Community
Relations Council.
Gmachs
Gmach is an acronym for Gmilat
Chesed, any act of kindness which may
include sharing, borrowing, lending,
giving away or renting. If there is a rental
fee for merchandise, it goes to charity.
Gmachs also accept donations of good
quality merchandise. See website:
www.allchesed.com
Thrift Shops/Merchandise
Donations
Council Thrift Shop
(National Council of Jewish Women
Bergen County section)
75 South Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 385-3702
Shopping Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri.,
10 a.m. 5:30 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.
8 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m. 5 p.m.
Donation of Merchandise Hours:
Mon. Wed., 11 a.m. 4 p.m.;
Thurs., 11 a.m. 7 p.m.
The Council Thrift Shop offers name-
brand and designer clothing and
accessories, bric-a-brac, and household
goods for a fraction of their original
prices. Proceeds of sales fund NCJWs
extensive roster of community service
projects throughout Bergen County and
in Israel. (List of Community Services is
available on request.)
Helen Sanders Thrift Shop
at Daughters of Miriam Center/
The Gallen Institute
127 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5377
E-mail:
thriftshop@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri., 10 a.m. 3 p.m.
The Helen Sanders Thrift Shop is filled
with beautiful new and gently used
clothing and housewares at great prices.
Whether you are searching for designer
and vintage clothes, many with tags still
attached, or outfitting a home, the Helen
Sanders Thrift Shop has what youre
looking for. The Shop accepts donations
from the community; donors receive a
receipt detailing the items donated
V O L U N T E E R
O P P O R T U N I T I E S
(Please note that the listings are
alphabetical by project)
Bergen County Chanukah
Toy Drive
693 Northumberland Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-0618
Contact: Marla Friedman
Volunteer activity: Privately-sponsored
drive, which begins collecting new,
unwrapped toys a month before
Chanukah.
Bergen County YJCC
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
For special teen community service
opportunities and volunteer
opportunities with Project Open Hearts,
Open Homes, a program that offers
respite and home hospitality to Israeli
teen terror victims, contact Wendy Fox,
ext. 5820, wfox@yjcc.org. For volunteer
opportunities in the Senior Adult
department, contact Linda Ripps, ext.
5782, lripps@yjcc.org.
Bergen Regional
Medical Center
230 E. Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Contact: Susan Burkhardt
Tel.: (201) 967-4615
Contact: Rabbi Barry Schneider
Tel.: (201) 967-4177
Volunteer activities: Pet therapy,
adopt-a-floor, friendly visitation,
game playing, discussion groups and
intergenerational programs. Volunteers
from the local Jewish community are
urgently needed to assist in moving
patients to attend Jewish Services
between 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. every
Thursday, and at other days and times.
Bright Side Manor
300 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-1000
Contact: Marge Mazzo
CareOne at Pine Rest
W. 90 Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 652-1950
Mary Ellen Bove, Connie Milland
CareOne at The Cupola
W. 100 Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 444-8200, ext. 4402
Fax: (201) 444-7845
Contact: Chiquita Matthews, Director of
Marketing
E-mail: cmatthews@care-one.com
CareOne at Teaneck
544 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-3300
Contact: Mrs. Kitty Belko, Director of
Recreation
Center for Food Action
192 W. Demarest Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-1804
Contact: Jennifer Rothman
Congregation Beth Abraham
Mezzuzah/Tefillin Check
396 New Bridge Road
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-0434
Contact: Zvi Plotzker
Daughters of Miriam Center
155 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5303
E-mail:
volunteers@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Contact: Joan Kraft
Volunteers at Daughters of Miriam Center
play a vital role in the care and well-
being of our nursing home residents,
subacute patients, and apartment tenants.
Volunteer positions are available days or
evenings, seven days a week. Many jobs
can be tailored to meet individual
schedules. Volunteers perform a wide
variety of tasks including, but not limited
to, transporting, and visiting residents,
staffing the bookmobile and food cart,
assisting at the apartment buildings, and
helping with clerical work. Volunteers of
all ages are encouraged to apply as
there is a volunteer activity appropriate
for everyone.
Dellridge Care Center
532 Farview Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 261-1589
Contact: Diane Driver
Volunteer Activity: Room visits,
socializing, assisting in programs,
assisting with bingo and trivia games.
Dunroven Nursing Home
221 County Road
Cresskill, NJ 07626
Tel.: (201) 567-9310
Contact: Tara Lyons
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center
443 Van Nostrand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-1265
Website: www.flatrockbrook.org
Contact: Jill Bennetta
The Friendship Circle
310 South Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
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Tel.: (201) 262-7172
Fax: (201) 262-7168
E-mail: Zeesy@BCFriendship.com
Website: www.BCFriendship.com
Contact: Zeesy Grossbaum
The Friendship Circle engages children
with special needs in a wide variety of
social activities, recreation, and learning
experiences, and, at the same time,
provides much-needed respite to the
parents.
The uniqueness of the Friendship Circle
is that it matches the special-needs
children with teenage volunteers. The
teens befriend and mentor the children,
thus meeting their own altruistic goals
and fulfilling the Jewish ideals of chesed
and tikun olam.
The children benefit from home visits,
Sunday programs, winter and summer
camps, athletic programs, cooking
classes and more. With their parents and
siblings, they celebrate the holidays in
exciting ways that that bring to life the
spirit and richness of Jewish traditions.
The Friendship Circle recently expanded
to include programs for special-needs
teenagers in the community. Activities
are specially designed around the teens
unique social needs, and educational
components are tailored to each
participants level of Judaic knowledge
and comprehension.
Additionally, the Friendship Circle hosts
events for the Moms and Dads so they
can relax and network with other
parents.
Harborage Nursing Home
7600 River Road
N. Bergen, NJ 07047
Tel.: (201) 854-5400
Contact: Alicia Duroi
Jewish Association for
Developmental Disabilities
J-ADD
Hackensack
Tel.: (201) 457-0058
JEWISH HOME FAMILY
Contact: Charlene Vannucci, Director of
Volunteer Services
Tel.: (201) 750-4237
E-mail: cvannucci@jewishhomefamily.org
GALLEN ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE
CENTER
JEWISH HOME AT HOME
The Gallen Adult Medical Day Care
program provides care and services to
the elderly living in the community who
are experiencing frail health and/or
Dementia. The program runs Monday
thru Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Volunteers are needed to greet and
assist clients on and off the bus,
transport participants to rehab services
and to help serve breakfast and lunch.
Volunteer entertainers, musicians, dance
troupes are also welcome.
Administrative help is appreciated
great for high school students looking
for community service hours.
JEWISH HOME AT HOME
The Jewish Home at Home provides the
services necessary to enable seniors to
continue to live in their own home as
they age. Volunteer opportunities are
tailored to the interests of the volunteers
and the needs of the seniors. They
include friendly visiting, telephone
reassurance calls, assistance with mail
and routine bills, transportation to
appointments, shared meals, outings,
shopping, reading, games, etc.
JEWISH HOME ASSISTED LIVING
KAPLEN FAMILY SENIOR RESIDENCE
The Jewish Home Assisted Living is a
beautiful place to call home. Located just
steps from downtown River Vale, New
Jersey, JHAL offers general assisted living
and a separate wing for those who are
memory impaired. Volunteers are always
appreciated. Guest speakers, musical
entertainers and card and Mah Jong
players are most welcome to apply to
our volunteer program. Children over 12
are also welcome to volunteer to assist
with game programs, pet visits and more.
JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGH
RUSS BERRIE HOME FOR JEWISH
LIVING
The Jewish Home at Rockleigh is a
state-of-the-art long term care and
rehabilitation center located on 16
beautiful acres in Rockleigh, New Jersey.
Volunteers are needed to assist at
mealtimes through our Company for
Lunch and Dinner Programs. Guest
lecturers are needed to present at our
Jewish Home University Educational
Program. Musical entertainers and artists
are also welcome. Children under 12
years of age may participate through our
Grandbuddies Program.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
Contact: Debra Turitz
E-mail: dturitz@jccotp.org
Many people within the JCC community
volunteer and assist with its activities.
More volunteers are still needed at the
JCC, which works hard to match your
skills and interests with the right job.
Volunteer opportunities include:
caregiving support for children with
disabilities and the elderly, computer
training, counselors for children, gym
instructors, homework assistance, library
assistance, photography, pianists, sports
coaches, and much more. If you could
give a few hours either weekly or
monthly, please call our volunteer
coordinator, Debra Turitz, at (201)
408-1450.
Jewish Education for
Special Children
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge, NJ 07661
Tel.: (201) 262-1090
Fax: (201) 262-1083
Contact: Rabbi Yisroel Schwab
Website: www.jesc.info
Volunteer activity: Volunteer on Sunday
mornings or Tuesday afternoons,
working one-on-one with children with
special needs.
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS has a dynamic program that provides
volunteers with intergenerational
opportunities to connect with socially
isolated older adults and Holocaust
survivors through the Friendly Visitor,
Kosher Meals on Wheels, and Telephone
Reassurance programs.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
Volunteers often act as the eyes and
ears of JFSNJ in the community. JFSNJ
has a wide array of volunteer
opportunities which include delivering
Kosher meals to the homebound, visiting
isolated and frail seniors, assisting at
Caf Europa programs and escorting
seniors to doctor appointments. In
addition, the agency offers intergener-
ational volunteer opportunities with
Holocaust survivors. JFSNJ screens
potential volunteers and provides
training and supervision.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Delivery of weekly frozen meals to
homebound eldersand disabled in
Bergen County.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Jewish Family Service of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Paul Klein
Volunteers deliver hot Kosher meals to
homebound frail senior in Fair Lawn,
Elmwood Park and Wayne.
Life Source Services
Hatikva Hospice
230 E. Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: 1-888-865-5103
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Website: www.lifesourceservices.com
Linking Hearts Volunteers
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Director: Rabbi Chanoch Kaplen
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Website: www.chabadplace.org
Weekly visits bring joy and
companionship to an elderly person
while imparting the principle of Tikun
Olam and the spirit of volunteerism to
your family.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
Contact: Rabbi Mordechai Shain
Pony Power@Three Sisters
Farm
1170 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ
Tel.: (201) 934-1001
E-mail: info@ponypowernj.com
Website: www.ponypowernj.com
This site provides horseback-riding
therapy to children and adults with
autism, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis,
emotional disabilities, developmental
delays, and multiple handicaps. Volunteer
activities range from grooming horses,
cleaning saddles, and tidying up the
stable to side-walking riders or leading
the horses. Open 12 months a year.
P-U-R-R-Sn Pups Animal
Rescue Team
Tel.: (973) 835-7882
Website: www.purrsnpups.petfinder.com
This all-volunteer organization based in
Riverdale is dedicated to the rescue and
adoption of unwanted animals. Some of
the opportunities available include
providing a foster home, donating food
and litter, helping during adoption hours,
donating old towels, sheets, blankets,
small bath rugs, etc.
Ramapo-Bergen Animal
Refuge
2 Shelter Lane
Oakland, NJ
Tel.: (201) 337-5180
E-mail: volunteer@rbari.org
Website: www.rbari.org
Contact: Doreen Zelasko
This refuge gives adoptable animals an
open-ended stay in a warm, safe place
until loving homes can be found.
Volunteer opportunities include working
directly with the animals at the shelter,
providing foster care, and assisting with
office activities.
Shalom Baby
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Contact: Ellen Finkelstein
Tel.: (201) 820-3917
E-mail: ellenf@jfnnj.org
Shalom Baby reaches out to young
Jewish families who have recently
experienced the birth or adoption of a
child. The program helps young families
network with each other and feel closer
to the Jewish community through
monthly playgroups, special events for
families, and an online group. New
parents receive a Shalom Baby tote bag
filled with gifts and resources, including
a snack cup, a book on Jewish
parenting, the Guide to Jewish Life,
useful local telephone numbers, and
much more. Trained volunteers arrange
home visits to deliver the gift package
and answer questions.
Social Service Association
6 Station Plaza
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (201) 444-2980
Contact: Denise Vollkommer, Ellen Abrams
Teaneck Nursing Center
1104 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2400
Contact: Lili Safarian
Tenafly Nature Center
313 Hudson Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-6093
Director: Jennifer Kleinbaum
Website: www.tenaflynaturecenter.org
TNC acts as steward for almost 400 acres
of forest and wetlands and manages over
seven miles of hiking trails. Our
interpretive building has natural history
exhibits and live animals for the public.
Volunteers needed for indoor and
outdoor projects: trail maintenance,
invasive species removal, office help,
and more. No experience needed. If you
have a special skill, like event coordina-
tion, marketing, etc., please let us know.
Tomchei Shabbos
c/o Cong. Bnai Yeshurun
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-8916
Volunteer activity: Drivers for package
drop-off to needy families.
Tomorrows Childrens Institute
30 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 996-5624
Contact: Judy Solomon
Weingarten Family Jewish
Visitation Program (JVP)
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Chaplain: Rabbi Velvel Konikov
Rabbi Konikov visits Holy Name
Hospital, Pascack Valley Hospital and
Valley Hospital patients weekly. In
addition, local volunteers visit these
hospitals as well as Englewood Hospital
and Medical Center, Hackensack
University Medical Center and nursing
home residents each week, leaving a
get-well card and flower for all who are
visited. Special Holiday programs and
the blowing of the Shofar during Rosh
Hashana are provided as well.P
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For formal educational opportunities,
please also refer to the Education
section on page 74.
For Special Needs programs for children
and youth, please refer to the Special
Needs section on page 111.
For information about counseling for
children, please contact Jewish Family
Service at (201) 837-9090.
Scouts
Boy Scouts
Jewish Center of Teaneck
Troop #226, Shomer Shabbat
Tel.: (201) 836-7019
Fax: (201) 836-0918
E-mail: dchazin@aol.com
Scoutmaster: Daniel Chazin
The troop, which is open to boys from
age 11 onwards, meets on Monday
nights at the Jewish Center of Teaneck.
Cub Scouts
Congregation Rinat Yisrael
Tel.: (201) 837-2795
Teaneck
Brownie Girl Scouts, Troop #88
Congregation Beth Aaron
Shomer Shabbat
Tel.: (201) 833-8637
Contact: Susan Fisch
Youth Groups
These youth groups hold programs in
New Jersey; if there is no local contact
given, please call the New York office
listed for details of area programs.
Many synagogues also sponsor their own
youth groups. Please check the synagogue
chart on pages 66-73 for details.
Areyvut
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Website: www.areyvut.org
E-mail: daniel@areyvut.org
Contact: Daniel Rothner, founder and
director
Areyvut enables Jewish youth around the
world to infuse their lives with the core
Jewish values of chesed (kindness),
tzedakah (charity), and tikkun olam
(social justice). A non-profit organization
established in 2002, Areyvut offers
Jewish day schools, educators,
synagogues, and communities unique
opportunities to empower and enrich
youth by creating innovative and
meaningful service programs that make
these values a reality.
Bnei Akiva of New York
and New Jersey
520 Eighth Ave., 15th floor
New York, NY 10018
Tel.: (212) 465-1539
Fax: (212) 216-9578
E-mail: office@bany.org
Website: www.bneiakiva.org
Bnei Akiva, the religious Zionist youth
movement, is dedicated to bringing the
message of Torah VaAvodah to the
Jewish youth of North America. Torah
VaAvodah is an outlook on the world
that synthesizes a religious life of Torah
with labor and production to bring about
a national renaissance of Jewish people
in the land of Israel. Bnei Akiva also
organizes special events in area day
schools.
Bnai Brith Youth Organization
(BBYO)
Greater Jersey/Hudson River Region
411-A North Wood Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
Tel.: (908) 925-0310
Fax: (908) 925-3424
E-mail: gjhrr@bbyo.org
Website: www.yesbbyo.org
Regional Director: Judi Youngman
BBYO is a youth organization providing
more Jewish teens with more meaningful
Jewish experiences.
Habonim Dror
114 W. 26th Street, Suite 1004
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 255-1796
Fax: (212) 929-3459
Website: www.habonimdror.org
Central Shaliach: Julian Resnick
Habonim Dror is a world-wide Labor
Zionist youth movement. Members can
participate in the summer at one of
seven North American camps and during
the year in the various local Kenim
(chapters).
Hashomer Hatzair
114 W. 26th Street, Suite 1001
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 627-2830
Fax: (212) 989-9840
E-mail: mail@hashomerhatzair.org
Website: www.hashomerhatzair.org
Hashomer Hatzair, which is affiliated
with the Kibbutz movement in Israel, is a
youth movement whose members take
part in activities throughout the year,
including summer and winter camps and
celebrating the Jewish holidays. The
group teaches members about Israel and
Jewish identity. Monthly meetings are
run by teen-aged counselors who are
trained in the movement. There are
meetings that take place in Bergen
County.
Israeli Scouts/Tzofim
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1427
Contact: Aya Schechter
E-mail: aschechter@jccotp.org
The aims of Tzofim, the Israeli Scout
Organization, include directing young
Scouts (both boys and girls) to service the
community and instilling a sense of
independence, sensitivity to justice,
mutual help, truthful and honest relation-
ships among people, and a sense of
responsibility to create a better society in
Israel. Meetings are conducted in Hebrew
every Sunday.
Jewish Student Union
1345 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1735
Fax: (201) 862-0914
Website: www.dojsu.org
Jewish Student Union is a national
organization dedicated to establishing
Jewish culture clubs in public high
schools.
Kadima
United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism
1090 King Georges Post Road
Suite 1003
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel.: (732) 738-4301
Fax: (732) 738-4304
Website: www.hagalilusy.com
Kadima is the Middle School-aged
affiliate of the New Jersey Region of
United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism and Hagalil Region of United
Synagogue Youth. The program is held
in local affiliated synagogues. For a
complete list, contact the office.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
Teen770
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152 x508
Fax: (201) 871-4181
Contact: Rabbi Yitzchak Gershovitz
E-mail: RabbiYitzchak@chabadlubavitch.org
www.chabadlubavitch.org
NCSY: Inspiring the
Jewish Future
New Jersey Regional Office
1345 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-0250
Fax: (201) 862-0914
E-mail: office@njncsy.com
Websites: www.njncsy.org;
www.ncsysummer.com
Contact: Rabbi Yaakov Glasser, Regional
Director
NCSY is the premier organization
dedicated to connecting, inspiring, and
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empowering Jewish teens and
encouraging passionate Judaism through
Torah and tradition. The region runs
many weekly programs, 14 different
summer programs, and regional
Shabbatons and conventions. NCSY
welcomes all Jewish teens regardless of
background or affiliation.
North American Federation
of Temple Youth (NFTY)
633 Third Avenue, 12th floor
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 650-4070
Website: www.nfty.org
NFTY is the youth arm of the Union for
Reform Judaism, the national association
of Reform congregations. NFTY is
comprised of over 450 Temple Youth
Groups (TYGs) throughout the United
States and Canada. NFTYs goals consist
of fostering long-term commitment to the
ideals and values of Reform Judaism, and
fostering Jewish identity in young
people.
Young Judaea
50 West 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
Tel.: (212) 303-8014
Website: www.youngjudaea.org
Young Judaea is the Zionist Youth
Movement of Hadassah. Young Judaea
provides activities for Jewish youth to
instill and build Jewish and Zionist
identity and help them develop an
understanding of Israels role in the
Jewish world. Our members come from a
variety of backgrounds. YJ offers separate
clubs programs for the following age
groups: Ofarim, grades 3-5; Tsofim,
grades 6-8; Bogrim, grades 9-12.
Youth Services & Teens
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
The Youth Services Department provides
a fun, social and nurturing environment
for preteens and teens seven days a
week. The program is dedicated to
building leadership, self-esteem and
community awareness and features a
wide range of activities including after
school educational classes, athletics,
Maccabi Games preparation and
participation, the opportunity for teens to
get involved with teen philanthropy
work, as well as ongoing seminars on
topics of critical relevance to teens such
teen abuse and bullying. The department
also offers PSAT/SAT prep courses,
babysitter training, Israeli programming
and in house community service
projects. From November through March,
it also features Teen Night at the JCC,
where teens play basketball, soccer or
just gather to socialize. Scholarships are
available. Call Judy Nahary, Director of
Youth Services, 201-408-1470 or
jnahary@jccotp.org or Sara Sideman,
Teen Director, at 201.408.1469.
Teen Programs at the YJCC
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
After-school classes and community
service are designed to provide social,
cultural, educational and enrichment
opportunities, along with building
leadership skills. Programs include
music, ceramics, sports, fitness, karate
and fencing, along with summer teen
travel camp that invites area teens to
share experiences with Israeli teens
impacted by violence and terror who are
participating in Project Open Hearts,
Open Homes. Monthly Saturday night
Tween Scene for 5th-7th graders and
SAT prep courses for high schoolers
round out the program.
Temple Emanu-El of Closter
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-9997
Fax: (201) 750-1894
Youth/Family Programs Director:
Tammy Ween
E-mail: Ween@templeemanu-el.com
Website: www.templeemanu-el.com
We offer: Ktonton for grades 1 and 2,
Chaverim for grades 3-5, Kadima for
grades 6-8, Club 8 for 8th graders, 8th
and 9th grade programming and
Face2Face/USY for grades 9-12. The
programs are geared towards social,
religious and cultural themes and include
an emphasis on community service and
Tzedakah.
Temple Sinai
1 Engle St.
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 568-3035
Contact: Rosie Moss and Jonah Zinn
E-mail: youthgroup@templesinaibc.org
Website: templesinaibc.org
We have SFTY (high school), NFTY
(middle school), Club 56 (grades 5-6),
and Jewniors (grades 3-4).
Tween Scene
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
(201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
Tween Scene offers 5th through 7th
graders an opportunity to social and
engage in supervised, planned activities
once a month on Saturday evenings at
the YJCC.
United Synagogue Youth
(USY)
Hagalil Region
1090 King Georges Post Road
Suite 1003
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel.: (732) 738-7960
Fax: (732) 738-4304
Website: www.hagalilusy.com
Regional Director: Dassy Mark
USY is the official high school youth
group of the Conservative movement. Its
goal is to provide Jewish teens a fun and
interesting context in which to develop a
strong commitment to Judaism. USY
sponsors social, educational and religious
programming, as well as summer
programs including USY Israel
Pilgrimage, USY-on-Wheels (a cross-
country bus tour of America), and
programs to Israel and Europe.
Chapters:
Temple Emanu-El, Closter
Fair Lawn/Glen Rock
JCC of Fort Lee
JCC of Paramus
Temple Israel, Ridgewood
Cong. Beth Sholom, Teaneck
C A M P I N G
Camps
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel
Little Sunshine Day Camp
10-10 Norma Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-5040
Fax: (201) 796-2415
E-mail: FLJCgan@aol.com
Web site: www.fljc.com
Summer time is fun time. Little Sunshine
Day Camp is for children ages two to
five where they have the opportunity to
play and learn in a relaxed, loving
atmosphere. When you leave your child
with us, we treat him/her as we would
our own. Every day, we try to include
water play, sand play, and care of our
vegetable garden! We have specialists in
music and yoga, as well as visits by The
Fun Bus and other special treats. Our
camper-to-counselor ratio is typically 3 to
1. Each group has one head counselor,
two assistant counselors, many C.I.T.s
(counselors in training) and volunteers.
Your childs happiness and safety is their
only job. Camp is typically in session
from the end of June through the third
week of August. You may sign up your
child for a 4-week, 6-week, or 8-week
session. Extended hours before and after
camp are available for those who need
it, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fair Lawn Jewish Day Camp
30-02 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-7200
E-mail: info@fairlawncamp.com
Website: fairlawncamp.com
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The Fair Lawn Jewish Day Camp for
ages 3-11 is an affiliate of Camp Gan
Israel, the fastest growing network of
Jewish day camps in the world. The
children are guided in organized activity,
play, and social skills by loving, patient,
and caring staff who serve year-round as
pre-school teachers. Our weekly
program is enhanced with choirs,
Olympic-type games, police and fire
demonstrations, drama, ballet, carnivals,
dress-up days, overnights, Shabbos
parties, challah baking, and much more.
Swimming instruction and hot lunches
are provided daily.
Gan Israel Day Camp of
Oakland Summer and Winter
Camp Programs
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Website: www.ganisraeldaycamp.com
Spirit and fun that lasts all year-round.
This camp is for Jewish children and has
a comprehensive program that includes
sports, swimming, art, drama, fitness,
trips, and much more. Five weeks in the
summer and one week in mid-winter.
NJ Y Camps
Winter Address:
21 Plymouth St.
Fairfield NJ 07004
Tel.: (973) 575-3333
E-mail: info@njycamps.org
All camps are ACA Accredited and
dietary laws are observed.
Milford Camps
570 Sawkill Rd., Milford, PA 18337
570-296-8596
Camp Nah-Jee-Wah (NJW)
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x 125
E-mail: njw@njycamps.org
Campers entering grades 1-6
Cedar Lake Camp (CLC)
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x 124
E-mail: clc@njycamps.org
Campers entering grades 7-9
Teen Camp (TAC)
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x 130
E-mail: tac@njycamps.org
Campers entering grades 10 & 11
Total Specialty Camps (TSC)
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x130
Campers entering grades 2-10
First Step
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x112
E-mail: info@njycamps.org
2 night and 5 night stay at NJW
Campers entering grades 1-6
Lake Como Camps
119 Woods Rd., Lakewood, Pa 18439
Tel.: 570-798-2551
Camp Nesher
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x 111
nesher@njycamps.org
Coed modern orthodox
Campers entering grades 3-10
Round Lake Camp
Tel.: (973) 973-575-3333 x145
E-mail: rlc@njycamps.org
For campers 8 18 yrs old with learning
differences and social communication
disorders
Camp Shoshanim
Tel.: (973) 575-3333 x 171
E-mail: shoshanim@njycamps.org
Orthodox camp for girls grades 3-10
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Ave.
Tel.: (201) 567-8963
Webiste: www.jccotp.org
For Children Ages 3 - 11 years
June 24 - August 16, 9 am - 4 pm
The Neil Klatskin Day Camp (NKDC)
offers eight weeks of fabulous fun and
exciting activities in a nurturing Jewish
environment. Children participate in age-
appropriate activities that include arts
and crafts, athletics, daily instructional
and recreational swim, drama, music,
Tae Kwon Do, roller racers, sports,
exciting entertainment, awesome
carnivals, special theme days, Israeli
culture, Judaic programming, Oneg
Shabbat celebrations and more. New this
summer, NKDC is introducing an exciting
program for 3rd-6th graders Eretz
that will be based at the beautiful 600-
acre Alpine Scout Camp in Alpine, NJ.
These spacious grounds are conveniently
located just 10 minutes away from the
JCC and feature swimming, archery, low
ropes course, climbing walls, sports
fields, an indoor activity center with
games, indoor climbing wall, sports,
pioneering and nature programs,
overnights, trips and more. Four, six,
seven or eight-week camp options and
transportation available. Extended care,
which includes a wide range of special
activities led by experienced staff, runs
from 7:30-9:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm.
Teen Adventures for grades 7 - 9
Pre-Camp for 18 months - two years
CenterStage, a drama camp for
children grades 4 - 8
Basketball camp for girls and boys
grades 5 - 12
The Marty Perlman Sports Camp for
boys and girls grades K - 8
Michelle Weiss Summer Tennis Camp
for children grades K - 1
Thurnauer School of Music Chamber
Music Camp, Jazz Camp and FluteStars
Camp
Camp Dream Street, the Pearl Seiden
Summer Program for children with
cancer and their siblings
Camp Gan Israel of Tenafly
Lubavitch on the Palisades
11 Harold Street
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 871-1152
www.campganisraeltenafly.com
Our mission is to be a place where
children can experience the richness,
excitement, and warmth of Judaism,
while learning the importance of caring,
sharing, and working with others.
Included are swimming, weekly day
trips, overnights, arts & crafts, special
events, and sports.
YJCC Summer Camps
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
KinderCamp for ages 2-5 offers an
ideal first-camp experience, complete
with indoor and outdoor activities, water
play, swimming, crafts and fun on the
YJCCs custom-designed playground.
Anette McGarity, ext. 5662,
amcgarity@yjcc.org
Teen Travel Camp invites area teens
to share experiences with Israeli teens
impacted by violence and terror who
are participating in Project Open Hearts,
Open Homes. Excursions include local
sites and overnight trips.
Camp Shalom for children, teens and
young adults with autism or any physical
or developmental delay. Gina
Wellington, ext. 5810,
gwellington@yjcc.org.
Ramah Day Camp in Nyack
Winter Address:
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Tel.: (212) 678-8884
Fax: (212) 749-8251
E-mail: info@ramahnyack.org
Website: www.ramahnyack.org
Director: Amy Skopp Cooper
Summer Address:
POB 807
Nyack, NY 10960
Tel.: (845) 358-6240
Fax: (845) 358-6284
The Ramah Day Camp is a unique
summer experience of fun, learning and
growth for children presently in pre-
kindergarten through the seventh grade.
It offers a full range of camp activities,
including sports, swimming, gymnastics,
music, drama, arts and crafts, dancing,
nature, computers, woodworking,
ceramics, and trips all with a Jewish
dimension.
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires
Winter Address:
25 Rockwood Place
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 871-7262
Fax: (201) 871-7232
E-mail: info@ramahberkshires.org
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Website: www.ramahberkshires.org
Director: Rabbi Paul Resnick
Summer Address:
Box 515
Wingdale, NY 12594
Tel.: (845) 832-6622
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is an
overnight camp for children entering
grades 4-11, where children experience
the best of summer fun (sports,
swimming, boating, outdoor education,
arts & crafts), as well as the vibrancy of
Jewish living. Ramah campers forge
lifelong friendships and develop a strong
sense of Jewish identity through their
immersion in the warm and nurturing
summer community. We offer instruction
in theater arts and fine arts, as well as in
athletics, music, biking, and more! Camp
Ramah in the Berkshires is infused with
the best of the tradition and values of
Conservative Judaism: love of mitzvot,
Hebrew language, and the land and
people of Israel; commitment to
inclusion and tikkun olam; and the joy
of learning and prayer.
Camp JRF
Winter Address:
101 Greenwood Avenue
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Tel.: 1-877 CAMP-JRF
Summer Address:
1 Pine Grove Road
South Sterling, PA 18460
Fax: (570) 676-9172
E-mail: info@campjrf.org
Website: www.campjrf.org
Camp JRF is the only Jewish
Reconstructionist overnight camp.
Friends, sports, arts, nature, and positive
Jewish learning. Progressive program
including: athletics, waterfront activities,
arts & crafts, performing arts, a
challenge course, outdoor travel, and
camping trips. Discover what it means to
be Jewish in modern society. The camp
is kosher.
Camp Young Judaea
Sprout Lake
Winter Address:
50 West 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
Tel.: (212) 451-6233
Fax: (212) 451-6222
Summer Address:
6 Camp Sprout Lake
Verbank, NY 12585
Tel.: (845) 677-3411
Fax: (845) 677-6912
Camp Sprout Lake serves campers in
grades 2-8 from the following states:
Connecticut, Delaware, eastern
Pennsylvania, Maine, Massachusetts, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New York,
northern Maryland, Rhode Island,
Vermont, California, Nevada, Hawaii,
Washington, and Oregon. We believe
that the best way to strengthen a childs
Jewish background is to provide a
Jewish playground. Combining the best
in American camping with a strong love
of Israel and everything Jewish, Camp
Young Judaea Sprout Lake offers
children in grades 2-8 a summer filled
with fun, friendships, laughter, excite-
ment, adventures, and learning.
Committed to Zionism and to Jewish
values and tradition, we provide a safe
and healthy environment in which
Jewish youngsters can explore and enjoy
their world and their heritage, while at
the same time developing creativity,
sportsmanship, and their own
individuality.
Camp Tel Yehudah
Winter Address:
50 West 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
Tel.: (212) (800) 970-CAMP
Fax: (212) 303-7491
Summer Address:
P.O. Box 69
Barryville, NY 12719
Tel.: (845) 557-8311
Fax: (845) 557-3361
Camp Tel Yehudah, the national senior
leadership camp of Young Judaea, is
deeply committed to Jewish and Zionist
values and tradition. Through a dynamic
combination of athletics, arts & crafts,
the performing arts, and other activities,
campers discover the wonders of Israel
and Jewish heritage, develop an
understanding of what it means to be a
part of a community, and learn about
themselves as individuals. We are
dedicated to laying the foundation for
strong, vibrant Jewish leadership in the
future. Camp Tel Yehudah is Kosher and
Shomer Shabbat. We offer a range of
programs for teens entering grades 9-11.
Programs are designed to meet the needs
and interests of each age group with
appropriate activities and experiences.
Camp Scholarships
Many synagogues offer scholarships to
their membership for movement camps.
Camp Scholarships
Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
Websites Summer Camping
www.Jewishcamping.org The
Foundation for Jewish Camping
C O N T E S T S /
S C H O L A R S H I P S
The Abe Oster Holocaust
Remembrance Award
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
Every year the Kaplen JCC holds a
contest for high school students in
Bergen County, asking them to write
essays or create a work of art that
personally conveys their historical and
moral understanding of the Shoah.
Contest project changes from year to
year. Winners receive college
scholarships, family membership to the
Museum of Jewish Heritage, and
recognition at the Kaplen JCC annual
Yom Hashoah Commemoration.
Hildegard & Sidney Schonfeld
College Scholarship
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tel.: (201) 408-1470
Contact: Judy Nahary
Scholarships for Bergen County Jewish
high school students based on financial
need and academic achievement are
available for college students.
(See page 119)
Bronfman Youth Fellowships
in Israel
163 Delaware Avenue, Suite 102
Delmar, NY 12054
Tel.: (518) 475-7212
E-mail: apply@bronfman.org
Website: www.bronfman.org
Executive Director: Rabbi Shimon Felix
The fully-endowed Fellowships, awarded
annually to 26 students who will be
entering the 12th grade of school in the
following Fall, are based on merit and
not on need. Participants who are
selected on the basis of character,
intellectual interests, special talents and
leadership qualities spend five weeks
of study, dialogue and travel in Israel.
The purpose of the program is to have
the Fellows return to the US with a new
understanding of the myriad issues facing
the Jewish people and the Jewish state,
and a new appreciation of the need for
dialogue among Jews of all kinds.
Irwin Weinberg Award
c/o Jewish War Veterans of Teaneck
Phil Sieradski, Post Commander
472 Henley Avenue
New Milford, NJ 07646
Tel.: (201) 986-0647
The Irwin Weinberg Memorial
Scholarship is awarded to a Teaneck
High School scholar-athlete with
demonstrated community involvement. It
is presented in June. For deadlines,
contact Teaneck High School.
Kaplun Essay Contest
Morris J. and Betty Kaplun Foundation
Essay Contest Committee
PO Box 234428
Great Neck, NY 11023
Website: kaplunfoundation.org
In this annual contest, students in grades
7-9 and 10-12 write essays on specific
topics; see the website for information.
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First prize for each level is $1,800 with
five runners-up in each level winning
$750 each. The deadline is March 15.
K-S Scholarship
Cong. Bnai Israel
Emerson
Tel.: (201) 265-2272
The annual scholarship award is made to
high school seniors entering college who
either reside in the Pascack Valley or
attend the Bergen County High School of
Jewish Studies. The $1000 award is based
on merit and need. The deadline is April.
Jewish War Veterans
Education Grants
Contact: Mort Millinger
7 Lake Drive
Randolph, NJ 07869
Tel.: (973) 895-2579
Three cash awards presented annually to
direct descendants of members of the
Jewish War Veterans in NJ (Dept. of New
Jersey), living or deceased. Applicants
must be graduating from a public or
private high school in the state of New
Jersey. Applicants must have been
accepted to a four-year college or
university or a three-year school of
nursing.
S O C I A L A C T I V I T I E S /
R E C R E AT I O N A L
P R O G R A MS
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
Robotics classes
Cooking classes
Tween Scene for grades 5-7
Basketball Bootcamp for grades 1-8
Basketball clinics
Private/small group basketball
coaching
Youth/teen/adult basketball games
Bergen Sharks Swim Team for ages
5-18
Okinawan Karate for ages 4 through
adult
Fencing
Teen personal training
Fine arts/ceramics classes
Chai Kidz Club
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Fax: (201) 848-0559
A bi-monthly club for children ages 4-7
on Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5:15
p.m. The children have fun doing Jewish
crafts, challah baking, games, and songs.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1469
Contact: Sara Sideman
Teens can participate in a wide range
of community service opportunities,
mitzvahs and more. They can also assist
individuals with special needs after
school, on Sundays and throughout the
summer.
Supper & Song with
Bobby DooWah
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Fax: (201) 848-0559
A weekly program from 5 to 6 p.m.,
featuring the music of acclaimed
childrens entertainer Bobby DooWah
along with a delicious childrens dinner.
For families with children ages 0-6.
Tween Scene
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5820
Contact: Wendy Fox
E-mail: wfox@yjcc.org
Tween Scene is a cooperative effort of
Jewish organizations to bring Jewish
tweens together in a safe environment.
The YJCC hosts youth in grades 5-7
approximately one Saturday evening per
month. Tweens can use the YJCCs gym
and swimming pool; play basketball,
volleyball, ping-pong; watch movies; and
participate in the nights featured activity.
S P E C I A L P R O G R A M S
Israel Experience Programs
Israel Programs Center Center for Israel
Engagement
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Israel Experience programs are teen
programs in Israel, lasting at least four
weeks, that have an educational
component. These programs are listed in
the Israel Experience brochure and can
be obtained by calling the Shaliach, or
can be accessed on Jewish Federations
website at www.jfnnj.org/ipc.
March of the Living
c/o Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3911
Website: www.motl.org
Avinoam Segal-Elad, Community Shaliach
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
The March of the Living is a yearly
journey where thousands of primarily
Jewish teens from around the world
gather in Poland and Israel to mark
Holocaust Remembrance Day and Israel
Independence Day. Jewish Federation
makes scholarships available on a needs-
basis for this two-week program. For
information, please visit www.motl.org.
Project Open Hearts, Open Homes
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext 5780
Contact: Ornit Michael
E-mail: omichael@yjcc.org
This program brings Israeli teens who
have been victims of terror and violence
to northern New Jersey to enjoy respite
and home hospitality with host families.
The teens participate in teen travel camp,
enjoying activities with American peers
and helping to forge bonds between
individuals, as well as between Israel and
the U.S.
V O L U N T E E R I N G
Adopt-a-Bubbe (Grandparent)
Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS has a dynamic program that
provides youth volunteers with an inter-
generational opportunity to connect with
socially isolated older adults and
Holocaust survivors through the Adopt-a-
Bubbe Reassurance program. Contacts
are made via telephone and/or the
internet.
Bergen County YJCC
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5810
E-mail: gwellington@yjcc.org
Contact: Gina Wellington
The special needs division of the
Department of Youth Services provides
a variety of community service
opportunities for teens throughout the
year. In cooperation with Special
Olympics-New Jersey, teens are trained
to work with children and young adults
with multiple handicaps and
developmental delays. Inquire also about
job opportunities for teens at Camp
Shalom, the YJCCs special needs
summer program.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
The Guttenberg Center for Special
Services sponsors year-round community
service programs after-school, Sunday
and through-out the summer to assist
individuals with special needs. There are
also community service opportunities for
teens as well as mitzvah projects and
teen philanthropy.
Teen Friendship Club
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Director: Rabbi Chanoch Kaplen
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Website: www.chabadplace.org
This teen social circle brings Jewish
teens together to have a good time and
volunteer their time befriending special
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needs children and visiting with them
once a week.
Teens for the Community
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 871-1152, ext. 502
Contact: Rabbi Chaim Boyarsky
E-mail: rabbichaim@chabadlubavitch.org
Website: JewishTeensNJ.com
The Teen Friendship Club meets every
Wednesday from 6 8 p.m. Teens have
a chance to visit the elderly and sick and
do all kinds of projects to help out the
community.
Wii Volunteers
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
You and your Wii little children can
make a difference together. Join
sensational children's entertainer Bobby
Doowatt for sessions of musical
programming at the Oakland Care Center
and bring smiles to the faces of seniors.
Youth Zone
Chabad of Franklin Lakes
Director: Rabbi Chanoch Kaplen
Tel.: (201) 848-0449
Website: www.chabadplace.org
The Youth Zone is a social action club
for children ages 8-12. The children learn
the fundamentals of tikkun olam by
bringing joy to the elderly in nursing
homes, baking cookies for children in
an orphanage, and stuffing bears for
hospital-bound children and others.
They also have fun going on trips and
enjoying parties.
Y O U T H C H O I R S
HaZamir Bergen County
Teaneck
Conductor: Cantor Leon Sher
Email: HaZamirBergen@gmail.com
Tel.: (201) 906-4441
Website: Website: www.zamirfdn.org
Part of HaZamir: the International Jewish
High School Choir, this group provides a
unique opportunity for 8th to 12th
graders of all denominations and
backgrounds to sing sophisticated Jewish
choral music in a fun, social setting.
Individual chapters meet weekly to
rehearse and perform, join together with
other nearby chapters for regional
retreats and concerts, and then gather
each spring together with over 200
teens from 18 chapters throughout the
U.S. and Israel for an annual choral
festival and gala concert. HaZamir is a
project of the Zamir Choral Foundation,
Matthew Lazar, founder and director.
Temple Sinai
1 Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ
Tel.: (201) 568-3035
Youth Choir Director: Nitza Amit-Shamah
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SPECIALNEEDS
To take full advantage of some of the
programs listed below, the family member
with disabilities should be registered with
the New Jersey Division of Developmental
Disabilities. To do so, please contact:
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
100 Hamilton Plaza, 7th floor
Paterson, NJ 07505
Tel.: (973) 977-4004
Fax: (973) 279-5069
Jewish Council
for Special Needs
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3925
Contact: Robert Hyman, Managing Director
Community Planning
E-mail: roberth@jfnnj.org
Jewish Federations Jewish Council for
Special Needs consists of concerned lay
leaders and representatives from its
beneficiary agencies, which serve
individuals with special needs. The
Council identifies needs and service gaps
in the community; brainstorms on how
best to meet those needs; provides
networking opportunities for
professionals; and facilitates cooperation
across organizations. The Council has
developed a legislative agenda, which
seeks to educate government
representatives about the needs and
issues concerning individuals with
special needs.
A G E N C I E S
Jewish Association for
Developmental Disabilities
(J-ADD)
190 Moore Street, Suite 410
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 457-0058
Fax: (201) 457-0025
Website: www.j-add.com
Executive Director: John J. Winer, Ph.D.
Jewish Association for Developmental
Disabilities (J-ADD) is a leading not-for-
profit organization that serves individuals
with developmental disabilities and their
families via the provision of community
supports and kosher group homes.
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5810
Contact: Gina Wellington
Email: gwellington@yjcc.org
The Bergen County YJCC offers classes
throughout the year including adaptive
sports, art, music, water therapy,
therapeutic martial arts, and yoga. There
is a wide range of autism-specific classes
and programs for children through teens
that reinforce school experiences and
encourage social thinking and
interactions by incorporating typically-
developing peer buddies. Camp Shalom
during the summer months enables
children and young adults with any
physical or developmental delay to
participate in a wonderful summer camp
experience, under the supervision of
professionals. The YJCC sponsors a
SibShop group, a support group for
siblings of special needs youngsters, as
well as a support group for parents.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Guttenberg Center for Special Services
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Contact: Shelley Levy
E-mail: slevy@jccotp.org
The Guttenberg Center for Special
Services provides appropriate social and
recreational settings for children, teens,
and adults with various disabilities. The
program operates after school and
Sunday classes in music, life skills, social
skills, gym, swimming, yoga, karate,
dance, cooking and more. It also
sponsors parent education workshops,
summer day camps, vacation programs,
travel groups and other monthly social
groups, an annual Special Games Field
Day and an art show. JCC membership is
not required for program participation.
Yachad/The National Jewish
Council for Disabilities
1345 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (917) 885-7178
Fax: (212) 613-0796
Contact: Chani Herrmann
E-mail: herrmann@ou.org
Website: www.njcd.org
Yachad/NJCD, an agency of the
Orthodox Union, is dedicated to
addressing the needs of all individuals
with disabilities within the Jewish
community. Among its many services for
those with special needs are serving as a
clearing-house and national resource
center, providing information and referral
services, and advocacy. Yachad/NJCD
also provides direct services including
educational advocacy, conferences and
workshops for families and agencies, job
placement, family respite, family
counseling and other vital support
services. Its flagship Yachad program
offers an inclusive social/recreational
program for individuals ages 8-40.
S O C I A L A N D
R E C R E A T I O N A L
P R O G R A M S
Enrichment Program for
Children with Special Needs
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5810
Contact: Gina Wellington
Email: gwellington@yjcc.org
The YJCC welcomes those with physical
and intellectual challenges. Our program
for children with special needs focuses
on reinforcing school experiences and
developing social and life skills through
creative, social and recreational
experiences appropriate for those with
varying abilities. Classes may include
Therapeutic Martial Arts, Expression
through Song, Yoga, Cooking, Ceramics
and Swim. An array of programs are
available for children on the autism
spectrum, including innovative social
thinking groups that involve typically-
developing peer buddies and help
participants see another persons
perspective while working at becoming
better communicators. Imagination in
Motion, Sunday FUNday, Boost!,
Spectrum Science and Social Thinking
are among the possible options. The
YJCC is spacious, wheelchair accessible
and barrier-free.
The Friendship Circle
310 South Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-7172
Fax: (201) 262-7168
E-mail: Zeesy@BCFriendship.com
Website: www.BCFriendship.com
Contact: Zeesy Grossbaum
The Friendship Circle engages children
with special needs in a wide variety of
social activities, recreation, and learning
experiences, and, at the same time,
provides much-needed respite to the
parents.
The uniqueness of the Friendship Circle
is that it matches the special-needs
children with teenage volunteers. The
teens befriend and mentor the children,
thus meeting their own altruistic goals
and fulfilling the Jewish ideals of chesed
and tikun olam.
The children benefit from home visits,
Sunday programs, winter and summer
camps, athletic programs, cooking
classes and more. With their parents and
siblings, they celebrate the holidays in
exciting ways that that bring to life the
spirit and richness of Jewish traditions.
The Friendship Circle recently expanded
to include programs for special-needs
teenagers in the community. Activities
are specially designed around the teens
unique social needs, and educational
components are tailored to each
participants level of Judaic knowledge
and comprehension.
Additionally, the Friendship Circle hosts
events for the Moms and Dads so they
can relax and network with other
parents.
Guttenberg Center
for Special Services
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E.Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
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The Guttenberg Center for Special
Services at the JCC on the Palisades
offers weekday, Sunday, monthly and
summer programs and camp for
children, teens and adults with
developmental and cognitive learning
differences and autistic spectrum
disorders, including Aspergers
Syndrome, PDD-NOS, ADD and ADHD
Programs and classes include special life
skills and vocational programs social
skills classes and groups, academic
enrichment, computer classes, yoga,
cooking, teens and adult fitness training,
creative movement, music therapy, art
therapy, recreation and leisure activities,
dances and community trips.
Mainstreaming and inclusion
opportunities are provided where
appropriate. Parent education
workshops, summer day camps, vacation
programs, travel groups, and an annual
Special Games Field Day and art show
are offered as well. JCC membership is
not required for program participation.
For more information, including financial
aid, please contact Shelley Levy at 201-
408-1489 or slevy@jccotp.org
CHILDREN AND TEEN PROGRAMS
AND CLASSES
Sunday FunDay! (Ages 3-12)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
A one-hour program designed to
develop self-esteem, socialization and
communication skills through age
appropriate structured activities such as
morning meeting, story time,
imaginative play, snack and games for
children with intellectual and
developmental delays, and autism. A
high level of supervision is provided by
professionals and trained volunteers. The
goal is to help students build their skills
as they progress from one age group to
the next. A minimum of FOUR
participants is required for each class.
Sunday Morning Social Skills -
Your Personal Best
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
A one-hour program designed to
develop self-esteem, socialization and
communication skills through age
appropriate structured activities such as
morning meeting, story time,
imaginative play, snack and games for
children with intellectual and
developmental delays, and autism. A
high level of supervision is provided by
professionals and trained volunteers. The
goal is to help students build their skills
as they progress from one age group to
the next. A minimum of FOUR
participants is required for each class.
The Lunch Bunch
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
Enjoy lunch with friends in between
morning and afternoon classes. A great
opportunity for children ages 3-5 and 6-
10 to socialize and learn skills such as
using a setting the table, using a napkin,
using eating utensils, drinking from a
cup and having table conversations.
Musical Melodies
(ages 3-5 and 6-10)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
Music-based sensory activities taught by
a certified music therapist provide
children with the opportunity to develop
their creative side through
developmentally-appropriate songs,
movement and instruments. Participants
enjoy singing songs, learning about
rhythm.
Movin and Groovin
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
A fun class taught by a certified
occupational therapist assistant to
encourage self-esteem and creativity as
well as develop fine and gross motor
skills using developmentally-appropriate
movement activities.
Sunday Afternoon Social Skills
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
The focus of this class is to enhance
social skills development, interacting
with peers and developing pro-social
behaviors through age appropriate,
structured activities in a natural
environment. Activities include sports,
music therapy, playing board games,
building with Legos, structured social
experiences and more. This class is
designed specifically for children with
Asperger Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and
high functioning autism, including
PDD/NOS, who have sufficient
communication and self-help skills to
independently participate within a 1:2
staffing ratio.
Finish the Day at the J After-
School Program (Ages 5-10)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
This program parallels the Finish the Day
program in the Childrens Department
and serves children with special needs.
The program includes exciting activities
and programs, as well as homework
assistance. It is supervised by the
director of Special Services and
coached by a highly trained,
experienced staff of special educations.
Intake interview required with placement
approved director. JCC membership not
required to participate. For more
information, call Shelly Levy at
201.408.1489; slevy@jccotp.org
Winter Break Vacation FunDays
(ages 8-16)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
Children and teens enjoy gym & swim,
art, music, movies, and a trip during
program. New participants in this
program must have an in-take interview
and approval by department director.
Project PALS
(Promoting Activities & Life Skills)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
An after school program on Tuesdays
and Thursdays from 3:30 6:00PM for
who do not require 1:1 supervision.
Teens enjoy the following activities: Free
Swim, Yoga, Cooking, Fitness, Soccer,
Restaurant/Dinner Skills, Music Therapy
and Computers.
Sports-a-Rama on Sundays
(Tweens aged 10-13 and
teens aged 13-17)
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
Tweens and teens with a variety of
special needs including autism spectrum
disorder, varied communication and
learning differences and moderate
cognitive/intellectual challenges enjoy
fitness, Soccer Superstars, swimming &
yoga.
Lovin to Live
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
This program is designed especially for
young teens who require intensive
supervision. One-on-one supervision is
provided. Activities include: life skills,
yoga, Super Soccer Stars, creative
movement.
Transitions - On Our Own
Ages 14 - 17
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
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This 4 1/2-hour life skills training
program is for teens and focuses on
interacting with peers, developing pro-
social behaviors, increasing
communication and a greater level of
independence through structured, age
appropriate activities including: On Our
Own Life and Social Skills, Vocational
Projects, Movement, Music, Yoga, Swim,
Cooking and Project BYTES (computers).
Transitions To Adulthood -
On Our Own
Ages 18-21
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
This 4 1/2-hour life skills training
program is for teens beginning the
TRANSITION process in school. The
focus is on interacting with peers,
developing pro-social behaviors,
increasing communication and a greater
level of independence as they approach
adulthood through structured, age
appropriate activities including: On Our
Own Life and Social Skills, Vocational
Projects, Monthly Community Service,
Movement, Music, Yoga, Swim, Cooking
and Project BYTES (computers).
Fun Spot - Monthly Community Trips
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
The FUN SPOT is a MONTHLY
community based social group for
teens/young adults ages 15 -21 with
sufficient communication and self-
help skills to independently
participate with a 1:3 staffing ratio.
Teens will enjoy trips to museums,
movies, bowling, sporting events and
more. The Fun Spot is not appropriate for
teens requiring 1:1 supervision.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1489
Website: www.jccotp.org
Adult Day Program
The Adult Day Program serves young
adults with intellectual and
developmental delays, and autism who
have transitioned out of school and
have sufficient communication and
self-help skills to independently
participate with a 1:3 staffing ratio.
Participants enjoy life skills, music
therapy, swimming, fitness, dance, yoga,
community outings, and job
opportunities around the J and in the
community. Intake interview required.
Final program placements must be
approved by the Director, and Day
Program Manager. For fee information or
to schedule an interview, please contact
Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org.
We are a DDD qualified provider
A.F.T.E.R. Program - Afternoon
Enrichment and Respite Extended
Day Program
A.F.T.E.R is an extended day program
designed to enhance functional life skills
and increase independence in young
adults 21+ with autism and other
intellectual and developmental delays,
and who have self-help skills to
independently participate with a 1:3
staffing ratio. A.F.T.E.R. offers,
vocational, social, daily life skills and
recreational activities as well as
community based instruction. Intake
interview required for new participants.
Final program placements must be
approved by the director and Day
Program Manager. For fee information,
program calendar or to schedule an
interview, please contact Shelley Levy at
201-408-1489 or slevy@jccotp.org.
We are a DDD qualified provider.
*Adults 21+
The Guttenberg Center for Special
Services offers a variety of classes for
adults including Meet and Greet, Yoga,
Whats Cooking?, Project BYTES
Computer Class and Adult Fitness.
For more information, including financial
aid for these programs, please contact
Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
*Adult Fitness Training
Strengthen your body using the latest
nautilus equipment in the Sadinoff
Fitness Center under the supervision of a
Special Services instructor.
MONTHLY SOCIAL PROGRAMS -
ADULTS
Club JCC
This club is designed to enhance
YOUNG ADULT participants social skills,
with a focus on interacting with peers
and developing pro-social behaviors.
Designed for individuals with Asperger
Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and
communication differences. Young adults
who are conversationally verbal and
have independent self-help skills get
together for monthly trips! Trip costs are
extra and vary according to destination.
Please contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-
1489 or slevy@jccotp.org
LIFE Group - Learning to Live
Independently ForEver
LIFE group members have the
opportunity to see live performances
over the year. Performances may include
Broadway Shows, Dinner Theatres,
Concerts and Sporting Events. Life
participants will also have a weekend
getaway that includes a hotel stay as
well as an extended vacation. Minimum
registration of 15 participants required
for these events. Monthly registration or
single trip registration is also available
Trip costs are extra.
Special Services Adult Dances
Monthly dances are held for people age
16 and older. Great DJ and lots of fun!
Dances are held in the auditorium,
unless otherwise noted. To request a
calendar of dances, please contact
Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
Young Adult Dances -
Ages 15-25
Come to the JCC and dance the night
away with friends on Saturday or Sunday
night! Monthly dances are held for
people ages 15 to 25. To request a
calendar of dances, please contact
Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Schools Out! Special Services Mini
Camp Fun Days
Children and teens, ages 8-21, with
autism and other cognitive and
developmental delays, who have
sufficient communication and self-
help skills to independently
participate within a 1:3 staffing ratio
enjoy gym & swim, art, music and more
prior to the start of the extended school
year. New participants in this program
must have an in-take interview and
approval by department director. Please
contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
On Our Own Summer Program
Ages 15 - 30
The On Our Own Summer Program is a
six week life skills, vocational and
recreational program for teens and
young adults with intellectual and
developmental delays, including autism,
with sufficient communication and
self-help skills to independently
participate within a 1:3 staffing ratio.
On Our Own is not appropriate for
individuals requiring 1:1 supervision.
Please contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-
1489 or slevy@jccotp.org
SUMMER P.A.L.S.
A SUMMER Afternoon Program for
Children and Teens attending
Extended School Year Programs
Children and teens, ages 8-21, with
autism and other intellectual and
developmental delays, who have
sufficient communication and self-
help skills independently participate
in gym & swim, art, music, and more
within a 1:3 staffing ratio. Please
contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
Camp Haverim
A two-week camp designed for children
and teens ages 3-21 with autism and
other intellectual and developmental
delays, who have sufficient
communication and self-help skills to
independently participate and attend
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11 months of special schooling.
Certified/experienced head teachers,
assistants and volunteers provide a 1:1
camper/staff ratio. Space is limited.
Group sizes are between 6 and 8
campers. Camper acceptance is based
upon childs ability to successfully
integrate into existing groups. Please
contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
Camp Haverim Extended Day
Camp Haverim campers have the
opportunity to extend the camp day at
the JCC! Activities include snack, arts and
crafts, pool and waterpark Monday
Thursday afternoons until 5:15. Daily or
weekly options are available. Please
contact Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or
slevy@jccotp.org
FAMILY LIFE PROGRAMMING
Schools Out! Special Services Mini
Parent-To-Parent
Support group for parents. This is a free,
monthly program. Parents will be able to
network with each other as well as get
advice and valuable information from
experts in the field.
Private Music Therapy
These classes incorporate a music-
centered approach to working with
children and teens with special needs.
Music Therapy explores the relationship
of music and improvisation to
communication, cognitive, social/
emotional and physical development and
is effective with the special needs
community - especially for those with
autism.
Private Swim Lessons
Private swim lessons are available for
children, teens and adults with special
needs in the Epstein Family Aquatic
Center. Participants must have an intake
with BOTH the Director of Special
Services and the swim instructor.
S.A.I.L. (Self-determination,
Advocacy, Independence, Living)
Bergen County YJCC
605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Contact: Stacey Cancelarich, ext. 5822
E-mail: scancelarich@yjcc.org
S.A.I.L. is a day program for adults 21
and over with developmental disabilities.
The program meets on Mondays through
Thursdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Activities include social, academic, daily
living and vocational skills, as well as
recreation. This program has received
approval from the New Jersey
Department of Human Services, with the
YJCC designated a Real Life Choices
Service Provider.
E D U C A T I O N A L
S E R V I C E S
The listings are alphabetical by town.
Nursery Schools
JCC Therapeutic Nursery
Toddler Socialization
Mommy & Me Group
(Children Ages 2-3)
Tel.: (201) 408-1439 or (201) 408-1497
Contact: Gineen Weiss / Dr. Lois
Mendelson
Email: tn@jccotp.org
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCC Therapeutic Nurserys Toddler
Socialization Mommy & Me Group is for
children who are 2-3 years old who are
experiencing delays in language
acquisition or socialization skills. The
group meets two mornings a week from
9:30-11:00AM. Children may enter the
group at anytime throughout the year
with Directors approval. The goal of this
class is to facilitate age-appropriated play
and social interaction with peers. Parents
are an integral part of the program.
Nursery staff and parents work together
to develop strategies for dealing with
behavioral difficulties at home and in the
community. Guidance for entering the
pre-school years will also be provided.
The class will include structured group
activities such as art, music, story time
and other sensory-motor activities.
Call Lois Mendelson, PhD, JCC
Therapeutic Nursery Director, (201) 408-
1497 or tn@jccotp.org
JCC Therapeutic Nursery School
(Children Ages 2-5)
Tel.: (201) 408-1439 or (201) 408-1497
Contact: Gineen Weiss/
Dr. Lois Mendelson
E-mail: tn@jccotp.org
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCC Therapeutic Nursery is a
unique, nationally recognized program
for preschool children with special needs
and their parents. It is a developmental,
language-based treatment center that
addresses not only the cognitive,
linguistic, behavioral, social and
emotional needs of the children, but also
the needs of the parents. Parents,
through daily participation in the
Nursery, become collaborating partners
in their childs treatment. The children
accepted into the program have at least
average intelligence, and many are
extremely bright, despite their
developmental delays or difficult
behaviors. We serve children ages 2 to 5
years old who have language disorders,
emotional problems (including selective
mutism), learning disabilities, attention
deficits or autistic behaviors (including
PDD or Aspergers Syndrome). Our
enriched curriculum consistently
stimulates the childrens intelligence and
curiosity, while advancing their academic
skills. We also focus the development of
communicative language, self-help skills,
emotional growth, socialization and play,
sensory motor skills and behavioral
management. Central to our curriculum
is a rigorous social skills program. The
staff is comprised of a multidisciplinary
team, and we provide individual and
small group language, occupational and
play therapy as needed. We also provide
individual parent counseling and a
weekly parent group. The Therapeutic
Nursery is a non-sectarian licensed
private special education preschool and
many school districts send their students
here. Our Nursery provides a half-day
program, five days a week and includes
a summer session. Most of our children
attend mainstream classes during the
other half of the day, with a shadow if
needed. For more information please
contact Lois Mendelson, Ph.D. at (201)-
408-1497 or Gineen Weiss at (201) 408-
1439.
Abram B. Cohen Nursery
School, YM-YWHA of
North Jersey
One Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-0100, ext. 247
Fax: (973) 595-5234
Director: Barbara Zitcer
Assistant Director: Paula Rosen
Ages: 3 8
Sunday Friends and Fun Autism
Program. This is for children ages 3-8
who are diagnosed with high-functioning
autism. We offer art, music, phys. ed.,
and social skills in a social, recreational
setting. Children are given the
opportunity to practice their growing
social skills in a safe, supervised setting.
The Leah Sokoloff Nursery
School of Shomrei Torah
(Orthodox)
19-10 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-6744
Website: Lsns.shomrei-torah.org
Director: Debbie Lesnoy
E-mail: Lsns18@yahoo.com
Administrative Directors: Deena Jarashow,
Neshama Kutin
Ages: 2 5
Co-ed
The Leah Sokoloff Nursery School and
summer program can accommodate
children with certain special needs upon
advice of the director. The school has a
low teacher-student ratio. The school
serves children from Bergenfield,
Teaneck, Paramus, Passaic, and Fair
Lawn.
Day Schools Elementary
The Moriah School
(Orthodox)
53 S. Woodland Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
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Tel.: (201) 567-0208
Fax: (201) 567-7402
Website: www.moriahschool.org
E-mail: info@moriahschool.org
Principal: Dr. Elliot Prager
Assoc. Principal: Rabbi Dr. Noam Weinberg
Co-ordinator for Lower School Student
Support Services: Alana Green
Director of Middle School Student
Services: Eva Lazar-Sultanik
The school provides self-contained
classes, a resource room and
inclusionary support.
Gerrard Berman Day School
Solomon Schechter of North Jersey
(Conservative - co-ed)
45 Spruce Street
Oakland NJ 07436
Tel.: (201) 337-1111
E-mail: gbds@ssnj.org
Website: www.ssnj.org
Special Services Coordinator: Mindy
Niederman
Rosenbaum Yeshiva of
North Jersey
(Orthodox)
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge
Tel.: (201) 986-1414
Special Services Dir.: Helen Adler
The school offers self-contained
classrooms and resource rooms.
SINAI Schools
1485 Teaneck Road, Suite 300
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1134
Fax: (201) 833-8772
Dean: Rabbi Dr. Yisroel Rothwachs
E-mail: yrothwachs@sinaischools.org
Website: www.sinaischools.org
SINAI at Kushner
Director: Judi Karp
Host School: Joseph Kushner Hebrew
Academy
Livingston, NJ 07039
SINAI at RYNJ
Including The Riva Blatt Weinstein Judaic
Studies Program at RYNJ
Director: Marcy Glicksman
Host School: RYNJ
River Edge New Jersey 07661
The core curriculum consists of language
arts, math, science, and social studies. In
Judaic studies, areas of concentration
include tefillah, Hebrew language, laws
and customs, chumash, mishna, and
gemara. Emphasis is placed on building
basic functional skills as well as
increasing funds of knowledge. Students
mainstream to the extent of their abilities
and in many cases return to a complete
regular education program when they
are ready.
Day Schools High School
SINAI Schools
1485 Teaneck Road, Suite 300
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1134
Fax: (201) 833-8772
E-mail: info@sinaischools.org
Website: www.sinaischools.org
Dean: Rabbi Dr. Yisroel Rothwachs
E-mail: yrothwachs@sinaischools.org
Maor at RKYHS
Director: Judi Karp
Host School: Kushner Yeshiva High
School, Livingston, NJ
Rabbi Mark & Linda Karasick Shalem High
Schools
Director: Shira Greenland
Boys Division at Torah Academy of Bergen
County, Teaneck, NJ
Girls Division at Maayanot Yeshiva High
School for Girls, Teaneck, NJ
The high schools offer a full academic
curriculum of challenging yeshiva high
school content, taught within the
framework of an education plan
developed to meet each students
need and learning style.
Supplementary Jewish
Education Elementary
Temple Emanu-El of Closter
(Conservative)
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-2959
Fax: (201) 750-1894
E-mail: Levine@templeemanu-el.com
Website: www.templeemanu-el.com
Educational Director: Jennifer Levine
At Temple Emanu-El, we have
collaborated with learning specialists,
teamed with families and staff to create
and monitor plans for success with all of
our students with special needs.
Barnert Temple
(Reform)
747 Route 208 South
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Tel.: (201) 848-1027
Fax: (201) 847-0044
E-mail: welvkds@barnerttemple.org
Website: barnerttemple.org
Sara Losch, Director Life-long Learning
Grades: K 12
Each students needs are evaluated
individually and in discussion with the
parents. Class time, tutoring, and
classroom aides are considered as part of
a comprehensive program.
Glen Rock Jewish Center
(Conservative)
682 Harristown Road
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Religious School Principal:
Rachel Blumenstyk
Special Ed Teacher: Shelley Shochet
The religious school has a certified
special education teacher on staff to
work with classified children outside
of regular class hours. Provides several
students with additional help on a
one-to-one basis.
Jewish Community Center
of Paramus Religious School
(Conservative)
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 262-7733
Principal: Marcia Kagedan
The Religious School offers one-on-one
tutoring for those with special needs.
Jewish Education
for Special Children
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge, NJ 07661
Mailing address:
POB 361
River Edge, NJ 07661
Tel.: (201) 262-1090
Fax: (201) 262-1083
Director: Rabbi Yisroel Schwab
Jewish Education for Special Children
offers religious education to children
with special needs from all streams of
Judaism. The program services children
with a wide range of disabilities.
Curriculum includes Jewish holidays,
mitzvot, synagogue participation, Jewish
life skills, Hebrew reading and language,
art, music, and Simcha dancing.
Instruction is individualized. Staff
includes trained special education
teachers, classroom assistants, therapists
and volunteers. Classes are available
Sunday mornings and Tuesday
afternoons.
Individualized Learning Center
Temple Avodat Shalom
(Reform)
River Edge
Tel.: (201) 489-2463
Fax: (201) 489-0775
E-mail: educator@avodatshalom.net
This program provides a supplementary
religious school program for children
with learning disabilities. It provides
instruction in basic Judaism and Hebrew
reading while helping prepare children
for their Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Students
with special learning needs are placed
in regular classrooms, but receive
individualized attention when
needed.
Temple Sinai of Bergen County
(Reform)
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 568-3075
Director of Education: Sara P. Kaplan, RJE
Our religious school follows a child-
centered philosophy, based on the most
fundamental Jewish values. Each person
is respected and valued as having a
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unique contribution to make to our
school community.
The Early Childhood Center is an
advocate of early intervention. We are
attentive to each childs individuality and
needs so that we provide them with a
solid foundation before moving on to
kindergarten. We offer free speech and
OT screenings at our school. Therapies
may occur on site during class time.
Handwriting Without Tears is offered as
an afterschool skill building enrichment
class.
Temple Beth Tikvah
Religious School Resource
Room Program
(Reform)
950 Preakness Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 595-6565
Fax: (973) 595-8192
E-mail: tbtexec@optonline.net
Principal/Director: Ellen Goldin, RJE
Grades: Pre-school 12
The Resource Room is available Monday
and Thursday as a pullout program for
students grades 3-6. Students in grades
3-6 with Language Arts needs will be
serviced through this program. Individual
cases can be discussed with the
principal. Bnai Mitzvah training included.
Chai Program
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley
Woodcliff Lake
Tel.: (201) 391-8323
Educational Director: Miriam Gray
Head Teacher: Irv Zeidel
Through its religious school, Temple
Emanuel offers a program that provides
services that assist youngsters who have
an identified learning disability. This
program also accommodates children
with a physical disability who have
learning problems. Classes meet twice a
week. Along with the regular curriculum,
students receive suitable Bar/Bat Mitzvah
training. This program meets on
Tues./Sun. for 3rd, 4th, 5th grade
students, and Thurs./Sun. for 6th and
7th graders. Students follow grade level
curricular goals in an informal class
setting. The classes are taught by a
certified special needs teacher. Where
and when possible, children are
mainstreamed to regular school activities.
Supplementary Jewish
Education High School
Project Success
Bergen County High School
of Jewish Studies
140 Main Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 488-0834
Fax: (201) 488-2126
E-mail: office@bchsjs.org
Website: www.bchsjs.org
Contact: Dr. Bruce Ettinger
The program provides high school
students who have learning disabilities,
attention deficit disorders and emotional
disturbances with the special support
services they need to continue their
Jewish education. These services include
individual guidance for students; training
and consultation for teachers regarding
utilizing appropriate teaching strategies
and materials; parent training and
support; and referrals for related
professional services.
E D U C A T I O N A L
A D V O C A C Y
The listings are alphabetical by program.
JCCA Compass Project
Jewish Child Care Association of New York
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
E-mail: jcca@jccany.org
Tel: 212-425-3333
Website: www.jccany.org
The JCCA Compass Project is a family
resource for young adults on the autism
spectrum facing high school and college
transitions. It provides counseling,
independent living skills, career
assessment and guidance, and
socialization within a Jewish context.
The program offers families information,
advocacy assistance, and college
planning. Special programs are on
college campuses in Long Island and
Queens.
PTACH
1689 East 5th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11230
Tel.: (718) 854-8600
Website: www.ptach.org
E-mail: info@ptach.org
Ptach works with children with learning
disabilities within mainstream Yeshiva
day schools throughout the world to give
them the opportunity to maximize their
potential and growth. PTACH provides
ongoing parent training workshops, as
well as teacher training. PTACHs
National Educational Resource Center
(NERC) has been training teachers in Dr.
Mel Levines Schools Attuned program.
Additionally, it has a state-of-the-art
media technology center at its new
location. It also maintains a toll-free hot
line and serves as a national clearing
house for parent referral to special
education programs within yeshivos
and day schools.
Yachad/The National Jewish
Council for Disabilities
11 Broadway, 13th floor
New York, NY 10004
Tel.: (212) 613-8127
Website: wwwnjcd.org
Director New Jersey Yachad:
Chani Herrmann
Tel.: (201) 833-1349
E-mail: herrmann@ou.org
The department of school and educa-
tional services provides guidance,
support and assistance to families,
schools and agencies to secure
successful placement and educational
programming for all children with special
needs. As part of this program, in New
Jersey, NJCD sponsors the New Jersey
Association of Jewish Day Schools,
serving children with special needs;
provides educational advocacy; provides
leadership in staff and curriculum
development, teacher recruitment and
training, and developing programs of
inclusion.
R E S I D E N C E S
Jewish Association for
Developmental Disabilities
(J-ADD)
Hackensack
Tel.: (201) 457-0058
Executive Director: John J. Winer, Ph.D.
Jewish Association for Developmental
Disabilities (J-ADD) is a leading not-for-
profit organization that serves individuals
with developmental disabilities and their
families via the provision of community
supports and kosher group homes.
S U M M E R C A M P S
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: 201es66-6610, ext. 5810
Contact: Gina Wellington
E-mail: gwellington@yjcc.org
Camp Shalom provides a special
opportunity for children through young
adults with autism or any physical or
developmental delay to take part in a
fulfilling day camp program. The camp
provides considerable support and
camper-based modifications to enable
everyone to build self-confidence,
experience competency and develop his
or her potential. The program is highly
structured and includes leisure activities,
the use of visual supports and an
emphasis on social skill development.
Campers participate in age- and ability-
based activities including art, music,
yoga, horseback riding, martial arts,
swimming, adaptive physical education
and more. 1-week sessions, 1:00-5:00
p.m. Monday through Thursday, 1:00-
4:00 p.m. Friday. Supplementary
programs in the morning, plus late-
afternoon programs for those in
extended school year or day programs
are available.
Socially-Capable Kids/Teens
Program provides opportunities for
bright, creative children who have
difficulty connecting with peers and
navigating social situations. Activity-
based experiences foster positive
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relationships with typically-developing
peers and the development of social
thinking in these one-week programs.
Pre- and post-graduation support
programs are available for those 16 and
over to help guide this transitional
period.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1448, ext. 232
Fax: (201) 569-7448
Contact: Shelley Levy
E-mail: slevy@jccotp.org
Camp Tikvah (Neil Klatskin Day
Camp) provides children with
neurological impairment, ages 5 - 15,
with camp experience; academics
reviewed; mainstreaming where appro-
priate. For information, please call (201)
408-1489.
On Our Own Summer Program
Life skills program for teens and young
adults ages 15-30 with a variety of
special needs including autism spectrum
disorder, varied communication and
learning differences, moderate cognitive/
intellectual challenges and develop-
mental disabilities; includes academic
enrichment, community based instruction
and pre-vocational training along with
sports, recreation and the arts. The
program is led by special education
specialists. Call (201) 408-1489.
Camp Haverim This two-week
program is for children, ages 3-21 with a
variety of special needs including autism
spectrum disorder, varied communication
and learning differences, moderate
cognitive /intellectual challenges and
developmental disabilities who attend 11
months of special schooling. Activities
include academic enrichment, sports,
recreation, arts and social skills training.
Camp Dream Street (The Pearl
Seiden Summer Program for Children
with Cancer and Other Blood Disorders)
provides free one-week day camp in
August for children with cancer ages
4 - 14 and their siblings. There is a 3-1
camper ratio, medical staff, and
volunteer counselors. Call Lisa Robins,
(201) 408-1455.
Round Lake Camp
HCR 60 Box 2000
Lake Como, PA 18437-9611
Tel.: (570) 798-2551
Fax: (570) 798-2784
Website: www.njycamps.org
E-mail: rlc@njycamps.org
Asst. Director: Sheira L. Director, MSW
Winter address:
21 Plymouth Street
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Tel.: (973) 575-3333, ext. 145
Fax: (973) 575-4188
Round Lake Camp, sponsored by the NJ
Federation of YM/YWHA Camps, is an
overnight camp specializing in serving
children who have been identified as
having ADD/ADHD or other mild
handicapping conditions. The camp
program includes all sports, a full
waterfront, cultural arts and Judaic
programming, as well as academic
support, speech and language,
occupational therapy, social skills
training and other special support
services. The camp season includes a
seven-week session, and shorter
programs for first-time campers. The
program is for children ages 7-17.
T R A V E L
T O I S R A E L
National Jewish Council
for Disabilities
New York
Tel.: (212) 613-8369
Contact: Nechama Braun (Yachad)
Tel.: (212) 613-8229
Contact: Batya Jacob (Our Way)
Yachad runs an Israel Summer tour for
those 18-30, which is mainstreamed with
high school students. The Our Way
program for the deaf and hearing
impaired is also planning an Israel
tour.
National Jewish Council
for Disabilities Birthright
New York
Contact: Yehuda Charm
Tel.: (212) 613-8223
E-mail: charmy@ou.org
NCJD Birthright offers Birthright Israel
trips for hearing impaired and/or
developmentally disabled Jewish students
and young adults between the ages of
18-26. These first-timer trips are
comprised of historical tours and hikes;
panel discussions with Israelis of many
backgrounds; and recreational, cultural
and educational programs.
Access Israel
P.O.B. 323
Hod-Hasharon 45102
Israel
Tel.: 972-9-741-3332
E-mail: webmaster@access-israel.com
Website: www.access-israel.com
Access Israel is a non-profit organization
dedicated to developing, maintaining and
updating a database containing reliable
detailed information concerning
accessibility of public facilities, tourist
attractions, traveling and recreational
facilities, hotels, motels, country lodgings
(zimmers), museums, parks, hiking trails,
routes etc. It also works to bring this
information free of charge to the
target population (500,000 handicapped
in Israel, 16 million in the rest of the
world) via a manned call-center, an
Internet site and other means of
communication.
Y O U T H G R O U P S
Our Way
National Jewish Council for Disabilities
Tel.: (212) 613-8229
Program Coordinator: Batya Jacob
Our Way serves as a resource center to
the deaf Jewish community. It offers a
number of programs such as Sabbath
retreats, where large numbers of deaf
and hearing young people share an
authentic Shabbat together, and enjoy a
unique opportunity to meet new deaf
and hearing friends in a warm, Jewish
social environment. There are also other
social/recreational programs.
Yachad
National Jewish Council for Disabilities
New York
Tel.: (212) 613-8369
Contact: Nechama Braun
Yachad provides state-of-the-art
programming for youth and young adults
with developmental disabilities within a
mainstream setting. Yachad members
participate in three mainstreamed
activities per month. Sports, art, music
workshops, apple picking, skiing.
To be included
in the next
Guide
to
Jewish
Life
call
201-837-8818
natalie@jewishmediagroup.com
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S O C I A L A C T I V I T I E S
F O R S I N G L E S A N D
Y O U N G A D U L T S
eNgageNJ
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Kimberly Schwartzman, eNgageNJ
Coordinator
Tel.: (201) 820-3936
E-mail: kimberlys@jfnnj.org
If youre young and Jewish, between the
ages of 22-30, if youre looking to
network, participate in community
service projects, and connect to your
Jewish roots, Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jerseys eNgageNJ is the
right place for you. Whatever your
background and interests, whether
youre an alumnus of a Taglit-Birthright
trip to Israel, or totally invested in your
local Jewish community, eNgageNJ is
your hub, the place you can make
connections. Be a part of eNgageNJ,
your young leadership group, and make
a difference in northern New Jerseys
Jewish community, overseas and around
the world.
Womens Philanthropy
of Jewish Federation
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3952
Contact: Barbara Joyce, Director of
Womens Philanthropy
Tel.: (201) 820-3953
Womens Philanthropy, as well as
Womens Business & Professional
Division offer social networking and
educational opportunities.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1456
Contact: Esther Mazor
E-mail: emazor@jccotp.org
Missions to Israel
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3954
Contact: Dana Garay, Events and Missions
Coordinator
E-mail: danag@jfnnj.org
Federation Missions give travelers a
heightened appreciation and connection
to their Jewish identity. Depending on
your interests, you can choose to travel
with Jews from our community or from
across the country. There are missions
for young professionals, for women, for
families and for business and
professional groups.
New Beginnings
Jewish Center of Teaneck
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 833-0515 or (201) 837-3791
Website: : www.JCoT.org
Coordinator: Aviva Feldman
New Beginnings is a group of 60+
vital senior adults who meet for
programs of Jewish content and
community interest.
Yachad Chapter of Jewish
Women International
President: Jackie Wolf
Tel.: (201) 567-5511
Chapter welcomes widowed, divorced
and single women in their 60s and up.
Monthly Sunday meetings with speakers
and other programs in the Bergen
County area.
The one name customers have
trusted for over a half century.
Our kosher superette features a complete selection of
meat, deli, appetizing, cooked foods along with our wide selection
of groceries, frozen food, and international favorites.
Catering for all occasions.
UNDER STRICT RABBINICAL SUPERVISION
MON-WED 8-6; THURS 8-7; FRI 8-4; SUN 8-3; CLOSED SATURDAY
67 A. East Ridgewood Ave. Paramus, NJ 07652
201-262-0030
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Look for these special interest
sections and magazines
throughout the year in
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Celebrations Bridal
Dining & Catering
Keeping Kosher Aliyah
About Our Children
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COLLEGESTUDENTS
For further information about college-
related activities, please contact Rabbi Ely
Allen, Director, JewishFederation Campus
Youth Services, at (201) 820-3950 or
(201) 966-3040.
S C H O L A R S H I P S
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1470
College Assistance Fund: Judy Nahary
The Hildegard & Sidney Schonfeld
College Scholarship Fund provides
assistance for Jewish students, including
those with special needs, Bergen County
and the Jewish catchment area based on
financial need and academic
achievement for college students for
their freshman through senior years.
While the scholarships are for one year
only, students can re-apply each year.
Annual deadline is May.
National Council of Jewish
Women, Bergen County Section
75 South Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 385-4847
Fax: (201) 385-4870
E-mail: office@ncjwbcs.org
NCJW is a volunteer organization,
inspired by Jewish values, that works to
improve the quality of life for women,
children, and families, and to ensure
individual rights through advocacy,
education, and community service.
S O C I A L A C T I V I T I E S
Hillel of Northern New Jersey
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3950
(201) 966-3040, cell
E-mail: ElyA@jfnnj.org
Website: www.jfnnj.org
Director: Rabbi Ely Allen
Jewish Federation of Northern New
Jerseys Hillel fosters Jewish identity of
all college students in northern New
Jersey. It provides social activities,
volunteer opportunities, and educational
programs, as well as Israel trip options,
counseling services, and a lending library
for more than 2,000 students each year.
Hillel of Northern New Jersey maintains
the Hillel clubs at four local campuses:
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Fairleigh
Dickinson University/Metropolitan
Campus, William Paterson University,
and Bergen Community College.
Contact: Rabbi Ely Allen, director of
Hillel of Northern New Jersey,
(201) 820-3950 (elya@jfnnj.org)
Bergen Community College
400 Paramus Rd., Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 447-7100
www.bergen.cc.nj.us/
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Metropolitan Campus
1000 River Rd., Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 692-2000
www.fdu.edu/
Ramapo College
505 Ramapo Valley Rd.
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 684-7500
www.ramapo.edu/
William Paterson University
300 Pompton Rd., Wayne, NJ 07470
(877) 978-3923
www.wpunj.edu/
Hillel: The Foundation for
Jewish Campus Life Rutgers
93 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Tel.: (732) 545-2407
Fax: (732) 932-1063
Website: www.rutgershillel.org
Executive Director: Andrew Getraer
Hillel partners with student leadership in
planning and implementing religious,
social, and cultural events for
Rutgers/New Brunswicks 4,500 Jewish
students. While Hillel is physically
located on the Rutgers College/College
Avenue campus, events are run on all
five New Brunswick campuses. Pluralistic
events include learning sessions,
Birthright Israel, weekly Shabbat services
and free dinners, tikkun olam/social
action programs, holiday and cultural
commemorations, and programs for
graduate students.
Hillel: The Foundation for
Jewish Campus Life
800 8th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Tel.: (202) 449-6500
Website: www.hillel.org
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
Hillel cooperates with a vast array of
Jewish organizations to bring to campus
the broadest range of exciting
opportunities for Jewish involvement,
including social, educational, cultural,
and religious programming. Campus-
based Hillels facilitate and help students
initiate activites that are most satisfying
to the students on that particular
campus. Hillel also publishes The Guide
to Jewish Life on Campus, an informative
guide to Jewish life on more than 500
campuses for the prospective college
student.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Office of Jewish Affairs
1000 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-2738
Fax: (201) 692-7349
Website: www.fdu.edu
Contact: Warren Blaker
Friends of Lubavitch
of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Conducts programs for college students,
focusing on those attending Fairleigh
Dickinson University in Teaneck.
KESHER
www.keshercollege.org
College campus program of the Union
for Reform Judaism
KOACH
www.koach.org
College outreach program of
Conservative Judaism
S P E C I A L
M E M B E R S H I P S
Special rates are offered for the winter
break and the summer.
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1444
Contact: Robbie Fried, ext. 211
Every month
MA GA Z I NE
For advertising information call
201.837.8818
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SENIORSERVICES
For further information about Senior
Services, please contact Jewish Family
Service (JFS) of Bergen County at
(201) 837-9090.
The descriptions below have been
supplied by the organizations themselves,
or were taken from either their brochure or
their website.
Council for Older Adults
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Contact: Robert Hyman, Managing Director
Community Planning
Tel.: (201) 820-3925
roberth@jfnnj.org
The Council for Older Adults gathers
both professionals and lay leaders from
those beneficiary agencies that work
with seniors to discuss ways of
enhancing and improving the existing
services as well as planning additional
programs to fill unmet needs. In
addition, the Council works to ensure
the well-being of the communitys
elderly by subsidizing meals for seniors,
home-delivered and congregate.
A D U L T D A Y C A R E
Broadway Medical Adult
Daycare Center
24-20 Broadway
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-1177,
Tollfree: (877) 722-0122
Administrator: Errol Seltzer
Broadway Respite and
Homecare
24-20 Broadway
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 703-3980
Contact: Errol Seltzer, Executive
Director
Gallen Adult Day Health Care
Center
Jewish Home at Home
Rockleigh, NJ
Tel.: (201) 750-4238
Director: Joan DiPaola, RN
E-mail: jdipaola@jewishhomeat home.org
Website: www.jewishhomeathome.org
The Gallen Adult Day Health Care
Center is a non-sectarian community
based program which offers participants
the opportunity to socialize with peers in
a medically monitored and structured
supervised setting. Services include
nursing care, therapeutic recreational
activities, social services, transportation,
glatt kosher meals and outpatient
medical and rehabilitation services.
Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 8AM to
4PM. Participants can attend two to five
days weekly. Gallens mission is to
prolong community living and prevent
pre-institutionalization.
Kaplen Adult Reach Center
ARC
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Contact: Debra Turitz, MSW, LCSW,
Senior Adult Department Director
E-mail: dturitz@jccotp.org
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
The Kaplen Adult Reach Center (ARC)
helps individuals with Alzheimers
disease and related forms of dementia,
making it possible for participants to
make friends and enjoy a socially
engaging life, while providing respite,
support and guidance for their family
caregivers. ARC meets four days a week,
9am-2pm, in a bright spacious room with
an outdoor patio. Door to door
transportation in handicapped accessible
vans is provided to many area towns.
Program includes full breakfast and hot
kosher lunch, as well as a diverse
calendar of activities that all take place
in a safe environment with experienced
professional staff. ARC is reasonably
priced, is a Medicaid provider, and offers
financial assistance. Free caregiver
support groups are available twice a
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At the Esplanade at Palisades, our residents stay
happy, healthy, active and
involved with an array of
engaging programs.
Come see why we have set
the standard for affordable,
luxury senior living.
Daily recreation and cultural programs including
lectures, day-trips, movies,
crafts and entertainment
Three kosher meals served
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month. For more information or to
arrange a visit, contact Debra Turitz at
201-408-1450 or dturitz@jccotp.org
A G E N C I E S
Jewish Family Service of
Bergen and North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
JFS provides comprehensive advocacy/
care management services as a member
of the Bergen County Aging and
Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
program. ADRC is a statewide initiative
designed to streamline access to
information and services for older adults.
Care managers conduct in-home
comprehensive assessments and prepare
care plans for in-home services.
Counseling is also available. Services are
offered in English, Russian and Spanish.
Jewish Family Service
of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Leah Kaufman, LCSW, Executive
Director
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies
JFSNJ provides information and referrals
to seniors and their families in an effort
to help them navigate and access
community resources with the goal of
safely maintaining the older adult in the
community. The agency care managers
conduct comprehensive in-home
assessments to determine the needs of
the individual and link the individual
with supportive services both in the
home and in the community. A JFSNJ
care manager will develop a care plan
with the individual and family,
coordinate and monitor in-home support
services and address any changes in the
individual as they arise. In addition, the
agency provides family consultations and
counseling.
Gallen Institute for Subacute
Care at Daughters of Miriam
Center
155 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5358
Fax: (973) 772-7117
Contact: Fred Feinstein
E-mail:
admissions@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Opened in 1996, The Gallen Institute for
Subacute Care at Daughters of Miriam
Center is designed for the patient who
requires rehabilitative or medically-
complex services. The Institute is a
state-of-the-art program that offers a cost-
effective alternative to an extended
hospital stay or when a patient is not yet
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Avc., 1cnay, N| 07670
201.56.700 I www.jccopt.org
Let us help you
navigate this
challenging transition.
Early Stage Alzheimers
A Social Adult Day Program
Kaplen Adult Reach Center
An award-winning program that allows seniors to remain
active & connected to their community.
Adu|t Montessori based activities
A mu|titude of socia| & therapeutic
activities with high|y-trained professiona| staff
Safe, secure environment
Door-to-door transportation
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Hearty breakfasts & hot |unches
Lectures, concerts & programs for the arts
Ho|iday ce|ebrations and activities with
JCC nursery school children
A patio and a garden over|ooking a
sunny childrens playground
Summer poolside lunches
Purtlul 5cholurshlps Avulluble Medlculd Ellglble
We invite you to call us at
201.408.1450 or 1454
to schedule an appointment
to visit us.
544 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
P: 201-862-3300 F: 201-287-8600
www.care-one.com/teaneck
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For more information
or to schedule a tour,
call Irene Kupecky,
Director of Admissions,
at 201-287-8507.
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ready to return home. The Institute
blends the technology of acute care and
the therapeutics of a rehabilitation
philosophy in a supportive, skilled
setting. An individualized plan of care,
developed by the interdisciplinary team,
is designed to meet the diverse needs of
the person who no longer requires the
environment of an acute care setting,
but is not yet able to return home. Care
is oriented to medical and functional
outcomes with a goal toward returning
to the community. Individuals who
benefit from subacute care and
rehabilitation services include those
people who have had hip or knee
replacements or fractures, amputations,
post-stroke and comprehensive wound
care. The Institute is available upon
physician, hospital or managed care
referral. The comprehensive program is
tailored to individual needs and may
require stays from 10-100 days.
C A M P S / C A M P
S C H O L A R S H I P S
Camp Scholarships
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3931
Partial camp scholarships make it
possible for older adults who could not
otherwise afford a vacation to go to the
Kislak Senior Vacation Center in Lake
Como, Pa. These scholarships are funded
by the Al Farber Camp Scholarship Fund,
synagogue funds, friends in the
community, and Philanthropic Funds that
have been designated and established
with the Jewish Federation Endowment
Foundation such as the Pearl & Jesse
Wallace Vacation Fund for Older Adults.
Bergen County YJCC
Senior Summer Program
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5630
Fitness, recreation, social programming,
and lunch twice a week. Day trips to
area attractions and overnight excursions.
Kislak Adult Center
Camp Kislak
Summer address:
Lake Como, PA 18437-9611
Tel.: (570) 798-2551
Fax: (570) 798-2784
E-mail: kislak@njycamps.org
Website: www.njycamps.org
Winter address:
21 Plymouth Street
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Tel.: (973) 575-3333, ext. 119
Fax: (973) 575-4188
Contact: Terry Neff
C O N T I N U I N G C A R E /
S E N I O R L I V I N G
Miriam Apartments
Brawer Building, Miriam Apartments I
Esther & Sam Schwartz Building, Miriam
Apartments II
127 and 135 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5311
Fax: (973) 772-5074
Contact: Linda Emr, RN, General Manager
E-mail: miriamapartments
@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Located on the grounds of the Daughters
of Miriam Center, Miriam Apartments I &
II offer seniors a way to remain
independent yet have all their needs
provided. There are 106 unfurnished
efficiency apartments in Miriam
Apartments I, while Miriam Apartments II
has 150 unfurnished apartments,
consisting of a separate bedroom, living
room, kitchenette and full bath. Services
include a kosher dinner meal, medical,
nursing and social services, light
housekeeping, linen service, 24-hour
security, recreational activities,
transportation, social services, and health
care counseling. Admission is open to
senior citizens over the age of 62 who
demonstrate the ability to be self-
sufficient and who meet the income
guidelines established by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
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Post-Hospital Care
in a Hotel Setting
At CareOne at Cresskill, we raise care to
a new comfort level by providing rst-rate
medical treatment that is personalized to the
individuals needs. With a rst-name-basis
approach, we strive to create a home and
community environment for our long-term
residents and a hotel environment for our
short-term residents and outpatients. Our
continuum of care spans virtually every level
of need. Our most notable features include:
lntensive Subacute rehabilitation
services 7 days/ueel
Comprehensive physician services on site
Specialty Services. Neuro, Wound Care,
Respiratory, Cardiac
Slilled nursing services
ull range oj dining services, activities,
and social services
Medicare, lnsurance, rivate accepted
221 County Road Cresskill, NJ 07626
201.567.9310 Fax: 201.541.9224
www.care-one.com
A FIVE STAR RATED FACILITY
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Daughters of Miriam Center
The Gallen Institute
155 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5210
Fax: (973) 253-5389
E-mail: administration
@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website: www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Chief Operating Officer: Frank DaSilva
Executive Director: Fred Feinstein
Daughters of Miriam Center is a skilled
nursing facility located on 13 acres in
Clifton, New Jersey, providing broad-
based services to the elderly. Divisions
include a subacute care unit; a new
dementia care pavilion; an outpatient
medical rehabilitation program; a respite
program; the Fred Ables Memorial
Sheltered Workshop; the Medical Day
program for the Elderly, (with an
outpatient Alzheimers disease and
related disorders unit); and two
apartment buildings. The Center provides
24-hour medical coverage. Patient
activities are coordinated by trained
recreation therapists and help to keep
the residents active and stimulated. The
spirit of Judaism prevails at the Center. A
full-time rabbi responds to the religious
and emotional needs of the residents.
Kashrut is strictly observed.
Dementia Care Pavilion at
Daughters of Miriam Center
The Gallen Institute
155 Hazel Street
Clifton, NJ 07011
Tel.: (973) 253-5358
Fax: (973) 772-7117
Contact: Fred Feinstein
E-mail:
admissions@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Website:
www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
Opened in 2006, the Dementia Care
Pavilion at Daughters of Miriam Center
provides specialized care for patients
suffering with dementia. Through
therapeutic activities and other
interventions, professional staff help
residents maintain the highest level of
mental and physical function.
Physicians, nurses, and assistants on the
unit are certified and experienced in the
management of dementia patients, their
behavioral problems, medical
complications, and effects of medications
associated with dementia. Care is
provided by an interdisciplinary team
which includes physical and
occupational therapists to manage
treatable physical complications;
dietitians to address feeding and eating
problems associated with dementia; and
recreational therapists who create an
active, stimulating environment. Spiritual
care is not forgotten as attendance at
religious services is encouraged. Family
members are invited to attend team
meetings arranged by the social work
staff, where each residents status is
reviewed and appropriate interventions
are recommended.
Fountain View at College Road
Monsey, NY
Tel.: (845) 426-6757
Website: www.northernservicesgroup.com
The Northern Continuum of Care offers
premier retirement living, assisted living,
several skilled nursing facilities, home
care options, and a host of community
outreach programs. Northern is
dedicated to preserving the health and
dignity of our clients in a comfortable
home-like setting.
Jewish Community Housing
Corp. (Federation Apartments)
510 E. 27th Street
Paterson, NJ 07514
Tel.: (973) 881-8141
Fax: (973) 754-9031
E-mail: jchc07514@onecommail.com
Contact: Sue Shusman, Director
Office hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. -
4:30 p.m.
Federation Apartments is 10-story,
independent living, low-to-moderate
income housing for seniors 62 years of
age or older. There are 142 units, with
rent subsidies for 115 units. Active
tenants association and scheduled
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We hear this all the time.
Many of our independent
seniors say they were tired
of feeling isolated in their
home, or living too far
away from the children,
or not having things
like delicious meals, a
full schedule of activities,
friends easily accessible.
Only they didnt know where
to go or were afraid to make
changes.
Fear no more.
For a tour call Joel Goldin at 201-836-9260
www.heritagepointeofteaneck.com
Heritage Pointe of Teaneck
600 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Teaneck, New Jersey
Heritage Pointe
of Teaneck
I Should Have Made
This Move Years Ago
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Its part of the CareOne difference, and one reason why like Carl 90 percent of patients who leave CareOne centers
following a rehabilitation stay return to their prior living situation
*
with marked improvement in measures like functional
mobility, ambulation, and daily living activities. More CareOne centers have been awarded Four and Five Star ratings
from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services than other health care centers statewide based on annual health
inspections, clinical quality measures and RN stafng ratios.
**
* Source: Casamba Outcomes Tracking System, JanuaryNovember 2011.
** Source: Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Series (CMS) Five Star Quality Rating Program, as of April 2012.
CareOne-of-a-kind patient.
Carl Philips, Age 72.
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Retired CPA. Grandfather of 6. Biking enthusiast. Carl came to us in November
2011 after hip replacement surgery. Now hes not only back on his bike, hes
teaching his youngest grandson how to ride one.
CareOne at The Cupola
W. 100 Ridgewood Ave.
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 444-8200
CareOne at Cresskill
221 County Road
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 567-9310
CareOne at Ridgewood
Avenue
W. 90 Ridgewood Ave.
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 652-1950
CareOne at Teaneck
544 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-3300
CareOne at Valley
300 Old Hook Road
Westwood, NJ 07675
(201) 664-8888
CareOne at Wayne
493 Black Oak Ridge Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
(973) 692-9500
CareOne at Wellington
301 Union St.
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 487-4900
Oradell Health Care Center
600 Kinderkamack Road
Oradell, NJ 07649
(201) 967-0002
Woodcrest Health
Care Center
800 River Road
New Milford, NJ 07646
(201) 967-1700
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activities. Congregate program services
available.
Jewish Home Assisted Living
Kaplen Family Senior Residence
685 Westwood Ave.
River Vale, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 666-2370
Type of Service: Assisted Living &
Dementia Care
Website: www.jhalnj.org
Lauren Levant: Exec Director, Risa Kory:
Dir of Wellness, John Albanese: Dir of
Marketing
The Jewish Home Assisted Living,
Kaplen Family Senior Residence in River
Vale is the premier Glatt Kosher facility
in Northern New Jersey.
This elegant community promotes
resident dignity & respect. The Jewish
Home Assisted Living offers 24-hour on-
site nursing and 2 full time social
workers services not available in most
other Bergen County assisted living
facilities. Residents and guests of JHAL
rave about the Country Club-style dining
offered daily. An exciting array of
activities keep residents engaged and
empowered. JHAL is also thrilled to offer
via live feed of monthly lectures, from
the 92nd Street Y.
Jewish Home Assisted Living recognizes
the challenges of the hearing impaired
and its impact on social interactions.
JHAL has installed a state of the art
Personal PA FM Listening System in
various common areas in the community.
Memory Lane specializes in the care of
those individuals with mild to moderate
dementia. Our specialized unit consists
of 24 private studios. This well designed
area is located in a separate, secured
section of JHAL. Residents can function
as independently as possible with the
support of a specially trained staff. 24-
hour professional nursing always
available on site.
Jewish Home at Home
10 Link Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel.: (201) 750-4247
Website: www.jewishhomeathome.org
Contact: Susan Lilly, Director, Geriatric
Care Management
Exec. VP: Charles P. Berkowitz
The newest agency in the Jewish Home
Familys 95 year history of providing
exceptional care for seniors, designed to
help the elderly and their families meet
the challenges of aging in ones own
home. Assessments of medical,
psychological, social and resource/
entitlement status, development of
personalized care plans, on-going
monitoring, care coordination,
emergency management, counseling and
liaison with out of town family
caregivers.
Jewish Home at Rockleigh
Russ Berrie Home for Jewish Living
10 Link Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel.: (201) 784-1414
Fax: (201) 784-0006
Website: www.jewishhomerockleigh.org
Exec. Vice President: Sunni S. Herman
Asst. Administrator: Robert Bardach
Opened in Fall 2001, this state-of-the-art
long-term care nursing facility provides
seniors in Bergen, Hudson and Rockland
counties the same comprehensive
services and programs that have been
provided by the Jewish Home and
Rehabilitation Center for over 97 years.
This new facility offers 180 private
resident rooms, an onsite medical clinical
and rehabilitation facility, a dedicated
Alzheimers wing, kosher kitchen,
synagogue, overnight guest suites for
family members, private dining and
simcha rooms for family gatherings. For
further information, contact Annette
Myers, Director of Admissions and
Marketing at (201) 784-1414.
The Esplanade
at Chestnut Ridge
168 Red Schoolhouse Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Tel.: (845) 620-0606
Fax: (845) 620-9056
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DAUGHTERS OF MIRIAM CENTER knows that you
want the best for your elderly loved ones.
With 90 years of experience, we know how to make a
home for our residents while still meeting their nursing
needs and we do it while maintaining the Jewish
traditions that are the heart of a home. Daughters of
Miriam Center provides Shabbat services, a Shabbat
suite for visiting relatives, and kosher food with special
emphasis on Jewish holidays and cultural events.
Our full-time rabbi meets our residents spiritual needs
and serves as our masgiach.
We know that we are among the best and have proven
it by becoming the only Jewish facility to earn JCAHO
accreditation through the Joint Commission on
Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, a voluntary
accrediting agency whose standards exceed federal
and state requirements.
When your home
is no longer enough...
To nd out how Daughters of Miriam Center can care for your loved ones,
please contact the Admissions Department at 973-253-5358.
No entry fee is required for admission into any Daughters of Miriam Center/
The Gallen Institute program or facility.
We are pleased to accept Medicaid, Medicare, private pay and managed care.
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Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute
155 Hazel Street, Clifton, NJ 07011 (973) 772-3700 www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org
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E-mail:
debbie@esplanadechestnutridge.com
Website:
www.EsplanadeChestnutRidge.com
Executive Director: Gail Spencer
Director of Community Relations:
Debbie Corwin
This assisted living community is owned
by the Laufer and Scharf families, who
have been caring for seniors for more
than 50 years. Showering, dressing,
transferring, verbal cueing, and
medication administration assistance is
available.
The Esplanade at Palisades
640 Oak Tree Drive
Palisades, NY 10964
Tel.: (845) 359-7870
Fax: (845) 359-9266
E-mail:
jrogers@esplanadeatpalisades.com
Director: Marvin Ammer
Marketing Director: Joyce Rogers
A luxury senior residence located on the
Bergen County/Rockland County border,
The Esplanade at Palisades offers
exceptional amenities, along with a
continuum of healthcare services for
independent, assistive, and
Alzheimers/dementia residents.
H O T M E A L S
K O S H E R
Hot Kosher Holiday Meal
Delivery
Jewish Home Family
Rockleigh, NJ
Tel.: (201) 750-4231
Contact: Charles P. Berkowitz, President
and CEO
E-mail: cberkowitz@jewishhomefamily.org
Website: www.jewishhomefamily.org
Begun in the fall of 2011, The Jewish
Home Family launched a Hot Holiday
Kosher Meal Delivery program. This
program delivers with the use of
Jewish Home volunteers to individuals
in the community who respond to
notices for holiday meals for Rosh
Hashanah, Hanukkah and Passover.
Hot Kosher Lunch Program
for Seniors
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1451
Contact: Helene Schwartz
E-mail: hschwartz@jccotp.org
Meals are offered on Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday. This program
is funded by Jewish Federation and the
Bergen County Dept. of Human Services.
Hot Kosher Lunch Program
for Seniors
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 263
Contact: Devra Kanter
E-mail: dkanter@yjcc.org
Meals are offered on Tuesdays and
Thursdays. This program is funded by
Jewish Federation and the Bergen
County Dept. of Human Services
Kosher Meals on Wheels
(KMOW)
Jewish Family Service of Bergen and
North Hudson
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-9090
By providing five frozen meals weekly to
people who are homebound, KMOW
helps the elderly in the community
remain in their own homes. Meals are
delivered by volunteers.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Jewish Family Service of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Contact: Paul Klein
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
JFSNJ provides daily nutritious hot
Kosher meals to homebound seniors in
Fair Lawn, Elmwood Park and Wayne.
Meals are delivered by agency volunteer.
The program is funded by Jewish
Federation of Northern New Jersey and
Bergen County Dept. of Human Services.
Teaneck Kosher Nutrition Site
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Center
for Older Adults meets at the
Jewish Center of Teaneck
70 Sterling Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-1422
Office hours: 8 a.m. 2:30 p.m.
Contact: Susan Charton Kaplan, Director
Nutritious, hot meals are served daily.
P R O G R A M S
Family Life Education
Community Programs
Jewish Family Service of North Jersey
Wayne: (973) 595-0111
Fair Lawn: (201) 796-5151
Please refer to the listing under
community agencies.
JFSNJ is available to provide synagogues
and community groups programs on
topics that cover the lifecycle. Programs
can include parenting workshops,
intermarriage, special needs, caregiving
and coping with loss. Program is tailored
to meet the needs of the individual
groups.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Center for Older Adults
Teaneck Kosher Nutrition Site
held at Jewish Center of Teaneck
70 Sterling Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-1422
Office hours: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Contact: Susan Charton Kaplan, Director
The program serves independent seniors.
Activities offered by the Center for Older
Adults include trips and outings, line
dancing, chair and active dance
exercises, guest speakers, rap sessions,
discussions on current events, canasta
and bridge, and bingo. Nutritious hot
meals are served daily.
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 5640
Special senior membership
categories/rates.
Call for information.
Aquasize, Zumba, Pilates, Spinning
Current Events
Jewish Life and Thought
Hazak
United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism
1090 King Georges Post Road
Suite 1003
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel.: (732) 738-4301
Fax: (732) 738-4304
Website: www.uscj.org
A program of the Mid Atlantic District of
USCJ, this is a membership organization
for its congregations mature members
age 55+. HAZAK provides its members
with opportunities for education, social,
and religious programs on a congrega-
tional and district level. In addition,
travel programs such as cruises, elder-
hostel, and hotel stays may also be
offered. For more information call
Joanne Zemlak 301-230-0801.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
Contact: Debra Turitz
Senior Center plus (for seniors 75+)
Mon/Wed/Thurs 10-2
Kaplen Adult Reach Center
Adult Day Care Mon-Thurs 9-2
Lifelong Learning classes
Center for Older Adults (Teaneck)
REAP (Retired Executives and
Professionals)
Transportation services
Kosher meals
Caregiver support
New Beginnings
Jewish Center of Teaneck
70 Sterling Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0515 or (201) 837-3791
Fax: (201) 833-0511
Website: www.JCoT.org
Coordinator: Aviva Feldman
New Beginnings is a group of 60+ vital
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Family owned community
Spacious, fully furnished apartments
Daily Lifestyle Activities to enrich mind, body & spirit
RN Director of Wellness Program
Respite Program available
Licensed by NYSDOH
Conveniently located on the Rockland/Bergen border
The Esplanade at Chestnut Ridge
168 Red Schoolhouse Rd.
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
845-620-0606
www.EsplanadeChestnutRidge.com
where our residents maintain the level of independence
they desire while receiving the care they need.
(Resident, Lillian Grunfeld with her daughter,
Dir. of Community Relations, Debbie Corwin)
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senior adults who meet for programs
of Jewish content and community
interest.
S E N I O R S E R V I C E S
Kosher Congregate Meal Sites
For further information please contact:
Susan Charton Kaplan, Director
Center for Older Adults, Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 837-1422
Debra Turitz
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 569-7900, ext. 305
Devra Kanter
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610, ext. 263
The program gives every senior the
ability to attend the three nutrition sites
funded by Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey and the Bergen County
Department of Human Services.
S U P P O R T G R O U P S
For details of other support groups,
please refer to Social Service section
on page 29.
Senior Support Groups
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1450
Contact: Debra Turitz
The Senior Department at the JCC on
the Palisades runs caregiver and other
support groups on an ongoing basis.
R E S O U R C E S
Retirees Plus
Senior Lending Library
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel: (201) 666-6610, ext. 263
Contact: Devra Kanter
The YJCC has a Senior Lending Library
with general fiction. Books are available
either in paperback or in large-print
hardback.
Visitation to the Homebound
and to Nursing Homes
Please refer to the Bikur Holim section
on page 30.
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ORGANIZATIONS
For information on organizations not listed
below, please refer to other sections,
including Advocacy and Community
Relations, Israel, Singles and Young
Adults, Social Services and Seniors.
Descriptions have been provided by the
organizations themselves or edited from
information appearing either in written
material provided by the organization or
on their website.
Educational
Edah
1501 Broadway, Ste 501
New York, NY 10036
Tel.: (212) 244-7501
E-mail: feedback@edah.org
Website: www.edah.org
The mission of Edah is to give voice to
the ideology and values of modern
Orthodoxy and to educate and empower
the community to address its concerns.
Fully committed to Torah, halachah and
the quest for kedushah, Edah values
open intellectual inquiry and expression
in both secular and religious arenas,
engagement with the social, political and
technological realities of the modern
world, the religious significance of the
State of Israel and the unity of Clal
Yisrael.
ORT America Inc.
New Jersey Region
1620 Route 22
Union, NJ 07083
Tel.: (888) 675-2678
(908) 686-2889
Fax: (908) 686-9120
E-mail: njregion@ortamerica.org
Website: www.ortamerica.org
ORT America funds ORTs global
network of schools, high-tech training
programs, and other strategic initiatives
that provide educational opportunity
where it is needed most. It is a
responsibility we welcome as part of our
heritage of tikkun olam and our firm
belief in the power of education to help
people help themselves.
Genealogical/Historical
Jewish Genealogical Society
of North Jersey
YM-YWHA of Wayne
1 Pike Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
Website: www.jgsnj.org
The Jewish Genealogical Society of North
Jersey is a non-profit organization
dedicated to assist members with their
genealogical pursuits. The Society meets
monthly at the Charles Goldman Library
of the YM-YWHA of Wayne. All meetings
are free and open to the public.
New members are welcome and will
receive valuable assistance with their
individual research needs. Our society is
fortunate to have a permanent home. WE
HAVE AN EXTENSIVE COLLECTION of
the most popular books relevant to
Jewish Genealogy available when the
library is open. Forms, how-to's, books,
magazines, microfiche, and other
resources are available. A list is available
to members.
The JGS of North Jersey is a member of
the International Association of Jewish
Genealogical Societies, Inc., (IAJGS) an
organization of about 75 societies from
all over the world. An international
conference is held each summer.
President: Susan Kobren
skobren@verizon.net
(732) 752-3384
Membership Vice President:
Judy Salomon
jfs6403@yahoo.com
Publicity: Paul Lewis
pmlewis6391@optonline.net
Jewish Historical Society
of North Jersey
680 Broadway
Paterson, NJ 07514
E-mail: jhsnnj@yahoo.com
Contact: Jerry Nathans, Pres.
The Society is dedicated to collecting and
preserving items of every kind having
reference to the settlement, development
and history (including the present) of
over 170 years of Jewish life in Bergen,
North Hudson and Passaic Counties.
YIVO Institute
for Jewish Research
15 W. 16th Street
New York, NY 10011
Tel.: (212) 246-6080
Fax: (212) 292-1892
Website: www.yivo.org
YIVO is a research center for the study of
East European Jewish life and culture. Its
library contains more than 385,000
volumes and in its archives are 24 million
artifacts on East European/ American
Jewish subjects. Yiddish language classes,
scholarly publications and free public
programs are offered.
Lower East Side Jewish
Conservancy
235 East Broadway
New York, NY 10002
Tel.: (212) 374-4100
E-mail: info@nycjewishtours.org
Website: www.nycjewishtours.org
The Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy
is a non-profit organization whose goal is
to preserve the historic synagogues on
the lower east side of Manhattan,
Americas most famous immigrant
neighborhood. Once the sites are
preserved, we give unique customized
tours of these sacred places.
Mens/Womens
AMIT
817 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
Tel.: (212) 477-4720
E-mail: info@amitchildren.org
Website: www.amitchildren.org
AMIT enables Israels youth to realize
their potential and strengthens Israeli
society by educating and nurturing
children from diverse backgrounds
within a framework of academic
excellence, religious values, and Zionist
ideals. Founded in 1925, AMIT operates
more than 70 schools, youth villages,
surrogate family residences, and other
programs, constituting Israels only
government-recognized network of
religious Jewish education incorporating
academic and technological studies.
Bnai Brith International
Tri-State Region
E-mail: tristate@bnaibrith.org
Website: wwwbnaibrith.org
Bnai Brith is a non-profit Jewish
organization that sponsors programs to
help benefit the communities, elders,
youth and people in need through the
philanthropic support of its members.
Chug Ivri of Bergen County
Tel.: (201) 692-0269
E-mail: aohring@yahoo.com
Contact: Aharona Ohring
The group meets once a month, on
Saturday nights, in private homes. Its
programs, which are conducted in
Hebrew, feature Hebrew speakers,
singers, and films. A question-and-
answer period follows the program.
Socializing and refreshments complete
the evening.
EMUNAH of America
7 Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 564-9045
(800) 368-6440
Fax: (212) 643-9731
Website: www.Emunah.org
EMUNAH maintains over 250 social
welfare and educational programs
throughout Israel. Our five residential
homes care for abandoned and abused
children. EMUNAH maintains vital day
care services and after-school programs,
as well as counseling services, parenting
groups, crisis shelters, and services for
the elderly and homebound.
Federation of Jewish Mens
Clubs, Northern New Jersey
Region
Congregation Beth Sholom
354 Maitland Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel: 201-833-2620
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President: Alan Eras
The Northern New Jersey Region (NNJR)
is one of the regions of The Federation
of Jewish Mens Clubs (FJMC), which is
an international organization affiliated
with the Conservative movement. Mens
Clubs are open to Jewish males over the
age of 18, regardless of synagogue
affiliation. As part of the Conservative
movement, almost all of the clubs are
affiliated with Conservative synagogues.
Each club is unique and has its own
activities; regional and national activities
are also offered.
Friends of Lubavitch
Womens Organization
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
Hadassah, Northern NJ Region
Tel.: (973) 530-3966
Fax: (973) 472-1364
E-mail: nnjregion@hadassah.org
Website: www.nnj.hadassah.org
Hadassah is the Womens Zionist
Organization of America. With local
chapter- and Northern NJ Region-
sponsored activities, Hadassah offers
opportunities to socialize and study.
Members can learn about issues affecting
American women and advocate on
behalf of womens health, or join in
fundraising for Hadassahs projects
Young Judaea (Hadassahs American
Youth Movement), Hadassah Medical
Organization, Hadassah College of
Technology, Career Counseling Institute,
and Youth Aliyah residential centers for
disadvantaged youth in Israel.
Jewish Orthodox Feminist
Alliance (JOFA)
520 8th Avenue, 4th floor
New York, NY 10018
Tel.: (212) 679-8500
Fax: (212) 679-7428
Website: www.jofa.org
JOFA seeks to expand opportunities
for women within the framework of
halakha, and advocates for the
meaningful participation of women
in all spheres of Jewish life.
Jewish Women International
2000 M Street, N.W., Suite 720
Washington, DC 20036
Tel.: (800) 343-2823
Fax: (202) 857-1380
Website: www.jwi.org
JWIs education, advocacy, and
philanthropy help women and girls
worldwide celebrate their strength and
achieve independenceso every home
and relationship can be a safe and
healthy place to thrive.
Jewish Womens Connection
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1429
Contact: Robyn Rosenfeld
A dynamic group promoting educational,
social and Jewish interest for women in
the JCC and the community. The group
provides a supportive environment to
share information and concerns. It also
helps arrange programs for women in
the community including those co-
sponsored with other womens
organizations such as the Womens Seder
and Yom Iyun. Special opportunities for
Jewish learning are offered throughout
the year.
NAAMAT USA
350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4700
New York, NY 10118
Tel.: (212) 563-4962
Fax: (212) 563-5710
E-mail: easternarea@naamat.org
Website: www.naamat.org
NAAMAT, Hebrew acronym for
Movement of Working Women and
Volunteers, is an organization and a
movement striving to enhance the
quality of life for women, children and
families in Israel, the US and around the
world. Please contact the NY office for
information about the Bergen County
Chapter.
National Council
of Jewish Women (NCJW)
NCJW Bergen County Section
Tel.: (201) 385-4847
E-mail: office@ncjwbcs.org
Website: www.ncjwbcs.org
NCJW is a volunteer organization,
inspired by Jewish values, that works to
improve the quality of life for women,
children, and families, and to ensure
individual rights through advocacy,
education, and community service.
Womens League for
Conservative Judaism
475 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10015
Tel.: (212) 870-1260
Website: www.wlcj.org
E-mail: womensleague@wlcj.org
Womens League for Conservative
Judaism provides services to 700
affiliated womens groups in
Conservative synagogues in North
America, Israel and England. It has close
ties to the Jewish Theological Seminary.
Its programs seek to instill the ideals of
Judaism into the lives and homes of its
members through education, special
action and religious observance.
Israel
American Friends of Magen
David Adom ARMDI
352 Seventh Ave., Suite 400
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 757-1627
Toll free: (866) 632-2763
Fax: (212) 757-4662
E-mail: info@afmda.org
Website: www.afmda.org
American Friends of Magen David Adom
(AFMDA) ARMDI supports the
lifesaving efforts of Magen David Adom
(MDA) in Israel as the tax-exempt
fundraising organization representing
MDA in the United States. Although it
receives no government-budgeted
funding, the MDA team of trained
volunteer and professional medical
responders is mandated by the
Knesset to provide the entire nations
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pre-hospital emergency medical care,
including disaster, ambulance and blood
services. The MDA National Blood
Services Center provides 100% of the
blood needs of the Israel Defense Forces
and 95% of the blood needs of Israels
hospitals. AFMDA supporters built the
MDA National Blood Services Center,
continue to build or renovate many of
MDAs emergency medical stations
throughout Israel, and supply MDA with
a wide range of emergency medical
supplies, equipment and ambulances.
Most of the 800 MDA ambulances and
Mobile Intensive Care Units that are on
call 24/7, logging nearly ten million
miles and caring for 550,000 patients
annually, were donated by AFMDA.
Boys Town Jerusalem
1 Penn Plaza, Suite 6250
New York, NY 10119
Tel.: (800) 469-2697
Fax: (866) 730-2697
E-mail: rgray@boystownjerusalem.org
Website: www.boystownjerusalem.org
Since 1948, Boys Town Jerusalem has
provided a quality academic, techno-
logical and religious education to Israeli
youth from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Current student body of 850; 6,000
graduates in all spheres of Israeli society.
Friends of the Jerusalem
College of Technology (JCT)
358 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1406
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 563-5620
Fax: (212) 563-5623
E-mail: office@friendsofjct.org
Website: www.friendsofjct.org
The Jerusalem College of Technology
Machon Lev is a fully accredited
college of engineering, which provides
a university level education through its
high tech program leading to a
Bachelors degree, concurrent with an
intensive program in Judaic studies.
The Womens School of Engineering
Machon Tal and Machon Lustig are
part of JCT on separate campuses.
Israel Connection at Kaplen JCC
on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 408-1427
Fax: (201) 569-7448
Contact: Aya Schechter
The Israel Connection provides a
cultural, social, and educational center
for the Israeli families in our community
and strives to connect Israelis and
Americans through Israeli culture. It
offers the following programs in Hebrew:
holiday workshops for families and
children ages 3-8, Israeli Scouts for teens,
Israeli folk dancing, and more. The
Israeli Club offers social and cultural
events, most of them in Hebrew,
including the best of Israeli films,
entertainers, holiday parties, and
presentations of interest to Israelis.
Israeli Business Circle The Israeli
Business Circle is a networking initiative
that creates opportunities for Israeli
professionals to socialize on a regular
basis to share thoughts and ideas about
Israeli related issues. Meetings take place
every other month and feature keynote
speakers, who are prominent figures in
their respective industry. Presentations
are typically in Hebrew, followed by a
Q&A and open discussion.
Contact: Aya Schechter
Tel.: (201) 408-1427
Jewish National Fund (JNF)
NJ Region
215 Ridgedale Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Tel.: (973) 593-0095
Fax: (973) 593-0193
To donate trees: (800) 542-TREE (8733)
Website: www.jnf.org
The Jewish National Fund (JNF) was
established in 1901 to raise money that
was necessary to build the foundations
of a Jewish state. Over the past century,
the JNF has evolved from its humble
beginnings of collecting coins in
tzedakah boxes to an organization that is
a global environmental leader. Among its
many contributions, the JNF has
educated students around the world
about Israel, created new communities
for Jews to call home, and constructed
security roads to make Israel safer. The
JNF has made Israel a better place to live
and visit by planting 240 million trees
and building over 1,000 parks and
recreational areas. The JNF pioneered
drip irrigation and new means of
growing plants under arid conditions,
making the deserts of Israel bloom. By
building over 190 reservoirs and water
recycling centers, the JNF has increased
Israels water supply by 10 percent.
The JNF continues to be a leader in
supporting Israels newest generation of
pioneers by developing the Negev
Desert, Israels last frontier, and is taking
strides toward restoring northern Israel,
making it a place that Israelis can once
again call home. As a United Nations
NGO, JNF sponsors international
conferences on desertification, shares
afforestation techniques, and funds
research on arid land management.
Maccabi USA/Sports
for Israel
1926 Arch Street, Suite 4R
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tel.: (215) 561-6900
Fax: (215) 561-5470
E-mail: jchurylo@maccabiusa.com
Website: www.maccabiusa.com
Maccabi USA/Sports for Israel is the
sponsor of the United States Team to the
World Maccabiah Games. This volunteer
organization seeks to enrich the lives of
Jewish youth in the United States, Israel
and the Diaspora through athletic,
cultural and educational programs. It
also strives to provide Jewish athletes
over the world with the opportunity to
share their heritage and customs in
competitive athletic settings.
Spanish Language
Club Hispano-Hebraico
Jewish Center of Teaneck
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 833-0515 (days)
(201) 837-2953 (evenings)
Chair: Isaac Student
E-mail: isaac@orogoldusa.com
Website: www.JCoT.org
This club is sponsored by the Jewish
Center of Teaneck for Spanish speakers
interested in exploring the different
Jewish communities in Spanish-speaking
countries. The club meets once a month
in the Center and discusses, mostly in
Spanish, topics of interest related to
Jewish culture. Lectures in English on
topics related to Spanish/Jewish culture
are also sponsored by the club.
Membership is open to the general
community.
Support
For other organizations offering support,
please see the Social Services section,
page 29.
Chai Lifeline of New Jersey
106 Clifton Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Tel.: (732) 719-1700
Tel.: (800) 882-0745
E-mail: nj@chailifeline.org
Website: www.chailifeline.org/nj
Chai Lifeline provides assistance to
seriously ill children and their families
the world over, including medical
referrals, insurance support services,
emotional support groups, homebound
tutorial programs, special trips, bone
marrow drives, weekend retreats, and
our summer camping programs: Camp
Simcha, our summer camp for children
with cancer, and Camp Simcha Special,
our summer camp for children with
chronic or genetic illnesses. Chai Lifeline
has helped thousands of families battle
the emotional and practical repercussions
of childhood cancer and other life-
threatening illnesses.
Jews Offering New Alternatives
to Homosexuality (JONAH)
POB 313
Jersey City, NJ 07303
Tel.: (201) 433-3444
E-mail: info@jonahweb.org
Website: Jonahweb.org
JONAH is the primary Jewish outreach
organization geared to assist men and
women dealing with unwanted same-sex
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attractions or transitioning out of homo-
sexuality. The group will embrace any
Jew, observant or not, in a manner
consistent with the Torah. Referrals to
therapists and other resources, speakers,
information, and support groups for
strugglers, parents, friends, and spouses
are available.
University Alumni Associations
Brandeis University Alumni Club
of Northern New Jersey
12 East 77th Street
New York, NY 10021
Tel.: (212) 472-1501
E-mail: office@alumni.brandeis.edu
Website: www.alumni.brandeis.edu
Dir. of Alumni Relations: Shira Orenstein
Hebrew Union College-Jewish
Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR)
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220-2488
13 King David Street
Jerusalem, Israel 94101
3077 University Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
One West 4th Street
New York, NY 10012-1186
National Office of Alumni Affairs
Director: Joy Wasserman
Tel.: (513) 221-1875, ext. 3220
Fax: (513) 221-1847
E-mail: alumnicouncil@huc.edu
Website: www.huc.edu/alumni
Rabbinical, cantorial, education, Jewish
communal service, and graduate studies
alumni are invited to participate in our
online alumni resources and learning
opportunities, professional continuing
education and doctoral programs, and
alumni associations and listservs.
Jewish Theological Seminary
of America
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Tel.: (212) 678-8000
Fax: (212) 678-8947
Website: www.jtsa.edu
Faculty Director: Dr. Sylvia Ettenberg
Tel.: (212) 662-3841
Student Coordinator: Lowell Appelbaum
Tel.: (212) 678-8909
Alumni Affairs handles activities for JTS
graduates, except those who graduate
from the Rabbinical School. Activities for
graduates of the Rabbinical School are
organized by the local chapters of the
Rabbinical Assembly.
For information on the local RA
organization, please contact:
Rabbi Randall Mark
Cong. Shomerei Torah
30 Hinchman Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel.: (973) 696-2500
Fax: (973) 696-2419
Touro College
Office of Alumni Affairs
27-33 W. 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
Tel.: (212) 463-0400, ext. 785
E-mail: Ingbere@touro.edu
Website: www.touro.edu
Director of Alumni Affairs: Esther Ingber
Yeshiva University Alumni
Association
Office of University Alumni Affairs
Furst Hall, Suite 530
500 West 185th Street
New York, NY 10033
Tel.: (212) 960-5373
Fax: (212) 960-5336
E-mail: alumni@yu.edu
Website: http://www.yu.edu
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Alumni Association
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Alumni Association
Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology
Alumni Association
Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological
Seminary Rabbinic Alumni
Stern College Alumni Association
Sy Syms School of Business
Alumni Association
Wurzweiler School of Social Work
Alumni Association
Yeshiva College Alumni Association
Veterans
Jewish War Veterans Post 651
Melvin Kaplan, Commander
89A Glenwood Avenue
Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Tel.: (201) 796-3795
Oldest veteran organization in the
U.S.A., JWV proves the dedication and
contribution of Jews to the U.S.A. in all
wars. JWV honors all dead veterans.
Jewish War Veterans helps all veterans;
upholds Americas democratic traditions;
fights discrimination of all kinds; lobbies
on veterans benefits, defense spending,
national security and foreign policy.
JWV also assists veterans and their
dependents in many ways. JWV also
awards scholarships and supports the
only museum dedicated to Jewish
military history in Washington, DC.
Jewish War Veterans (JWV)
Brick, NJ 08723
Tel.: (732) 458-8828
Fax: (732) 206-0156
E-mail: weissdan@verizon.net
Website: www.jwv-nj.org
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Office Hours: 10 a.m. 6 p.m.,
Monday - Friday
Chapters:
Bergen County Council
Cliffside Park/Fort Lee Post 741
Fair Lawn/Lt. James I. Platt Post 651
Oradell/New Milford Post 773
Paramus Post 669
Pascack Valley Post 663
Teaneck Post 498
Hudson Post 76
Yiddish Clubs
Yiddish Club
Jewish Center of Teaneck
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 833-0515
E-mail: info@jcot.org
Website: www.JCoT.org
The Yiddish Club meets once a month
for discussions and literature readings in
Yiddish. It holds several parties and at
least one trip per year, often to the
Folksbiene Yiddish Theater.
Yiddish Vinkl
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Yiddish Culture
YIVO Institute
for Jewish Research
15 West 16th Street
New York, NY 10011
Tel.: (212) 246-6080
Website: www.yivo.org
YIVO is a resource center for the study
of East European Jewish life and culture.
Workmens Circle/
Arbeter Ring
45 East 33rd Street
New York, NY
Tel.: 1-800-922-2558
E-mail: jersey@circle.org
Website: www.circle.org
The Workmens Circle/Arbeter Ring is
dedicated to fostering Jewish identity and
participation in Jewish life, through
Jewish, especially Yiddish, culture and
education, friendship, mutual aid and the
pursuit of social and economic justice.
NETWORKING
Business & Professional Women
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3953
Womens Philanthropy Director:
Barbara Joyce
E-mail: barbaraj@jfnnj.org
The Business & Professional Womens
Division is available to women who are
active in the professions, including law,
medicine, finance and real estate.
Professional Divisions
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3951
Campaign Director, Devra Karger
E-mail: devrak@jfnnj.org
Federations Professional Divisions
provide unique business and social
networking opportunities for Jewish
professionals in the community. There
are affinity groups for accountants,
attorneys, physicians, dentists,
entrepreneurs, and those working in the
fields of finance, banking, securities,
insurance, real estate and allied trades.
Endowment Foundation
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Tel.: (201) 820-3970
President, Board of Trustees: Leon J.
Sokol
Chair, Investment Committee:
Alan Silberstein
Robin Rochlin, Director for Endowment
E-mail: robinr@jfnnj.org
With assets under management of over
$57 million (as of September 30, 2012),
the Federation Endowment Foundation's
mission is to secure and manage sources
of future funding for the Jewish
community served by Jewish Federation
of Northern New Jersey. The Endowment
Foundation offers donors many vehicles
to carry out their philanthropic goals,
including Donor Advised Funds,
Designated Endowment Funds, Annual
Campaign Endowments, Supporting
Organizations, Charitable Gift Annuities
and Charitable Trusts.
Synagogue Leadership Initiative
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3941
SLI Director: Lisa Harris Glass
E-mail: lisag@jfnnj.org
The Synagogue Leadership Initiative
assists area synagogues in adapting and
innovating in order to remain/become
relevant and necessary to a vast array of
Jewish consumers. SLI coaches
synagogues through assessment,
determining trajectory, and implementing
innovation and change. Programs are
offered for synagogue leaders, both lay
and professional.
American Israel Numismatic
Association (AINA)
P.O. Box 20255
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
E-mail: ainapresident@gmail.com
Website: www.amerisrael.com
President: Mel Wacks
Tel.: (818) 225-1348
A cultural and educational hobby
organization open to all, dedicated to the
study and collecting of Judaic/Israel/Holy
Land numismatics, past and present.
AINA publishes a bi-monthly magazine,
The Shekel. A free medal is sent to each
member, and members receive discounts
on new issues from Israel.
Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity
Northern New Jersey Chapter
Tel.: (877) 677-8468
Website: www.ao.org
E-mail: headquarters@ao.org
Alpha Omega is an international dental
organization based on professionalism,
fraternalism and Judaism. The
organization has founded the two dental
schools in Israel and funds philanthropic
activities worldwide.
Jewish Business Network
Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County
513 Kenwood Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Fax: (201) 907-0668
E-mail: www.chabadhouse.com
New Jersey Association of
Jewish Communal Service
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
50 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 820-3900
President: Jessica Mehlman
The NJAJCS is a network for
professionals of all disciplines in the field
of Jewish communal service in New
Jersey. It includes professionals in social
service agencies, Ys and community
centers, hospitals, residences for the
elderly, as well as public affairs and
advocacy organizations. The NJAJCS
offers education and training, networking
opportunities, career and job resources
and information on personnel standards.
The association also recognizes leaders in
the field with several annual awards and
publishes a newsletter.
Pomegranate Guild
P.O. Box 533
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Website: www.pomegranate guild.org
The Guilds purpose is to promote crafts
and art with Judaic themes; to promote
camaraderie and creativity. To enrich our
lives as we enrich our community
through Mitzvah projects, and to
perpetuate (transmit) these skills to
others (handiwork of all kinds). Whether
you can pick up a needle, create a craft
project or simply want to learn more
about Judaism, join us at the
Pomegranate Guild of Judaic
Needlework.
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ISRAELCONNECTION
B U S I N E S S
America-Israel Chamber
of Commerce and Industry, Inc.
Tel.: (212) 819-0430
Website: www.aicci.net
The America-Israel Chamber of
Commerce and Industry is an apolitical,
non-profit organization established to
promote the interests of the U.S.-Israel
business community by giving voice
to the concerns and opinions of its
members regarding trade, investment
and commerce. The Chamber provides
educational programs on trade
expansion, bilateral investment,
marketing and regional development.
The Chamber maintains close ties with
the U.S. and Israeli governments and
business leaders and actively participates
in forums to advance bilateral trade and
investment.
Israel Discount Bank
of New York
511 Fifth Avenue
New York, N.Y. 10017
Tel.: (212) 551 8500
Fax: (212) 370 9623
Website: www.idbny.com
Israel Bonds
Development Corporation for Israel
50 Eisenhower Drive
Federation Building
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 201-881-1596
Website: www.Israelbonds.com
Office is only open one day a week.
By appointment only; please call.
G O V E R N M E N T
Consulate General of Israel
in New York
800 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 499-5400
Website: www.israelfm.org
Jewish Agency for Israel
(JAFI)
633 Third Avenue, 21st Floor
New York, NY 10017
Tel.: (212) 339-6000
Website: www.jewishagency.org
The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) is a
global organization in which Jews from
Israel and the Diaspora work together to
rescue Jews in distress; promote
immigration of Jews and assist in their
absorption in Israel; enhance Jewish
education; foster relationships between
Jews around the world and their links to
Israel; and strengthen segments of the
Israeli population and areas in the
country in need of support. Since its
inception in 1929, the Jewish Agency has
brought approximately 3.4 million new
immigrants to Israel. It is governed by an
executive assembly composed of elected
representatives from both Israel and
Diaspora Jewry.
I S R A E L I P R O G R A M S
A N D P R O G R A M M I N G
Kaplan JCC on the Palisades
Israel Connection
Womens Circle
The Womens Circle provides an
opportunity for women enhance their
knowledge on various topics of interest
while socializing with other Israeli
women. Meetings include a light
(kosher) dinner. Call Aya Shechter at
201.408.1427.
Israel Programs Center
Center for Israel Engagement
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Through its Shaliach (community
representative), IPC provides educational
programs about Israel to schools and
organizations in the community.
Israel Experience Programs
Israel Programs Center Center for Israel
Engagement
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
IPC oversees Federations Israel
Experience scholarship process. These
scholarships are offered to a number of
applicants for summer and one-year
Israel Experience programs. There are
also programs coordinated through
various synagogues. Please check with
them directly.
Lubavitch on the Palisades
Israeli Club
11 Harold Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-1152 x508
Fax: (201) 871-4181
Contact: Rabbi Yitzchak Gershovitz
E-mail: RabbiYitzchak@chabadlubavitch.org
www.chabadlubavitch.org
There are also programs coordinated
through the various denominations.
Please check with them directly.
S C H O L A R S H I P S &
M A T C H I N G F U N D S
P R O G R A M S
Jewish Federation of
Northern New Jersey
Project Otzma
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
Jewish Federation offers full scholarships
to college seniors and recent college
graduates who are accepted to the
Otzma leadership development program,
which gives young adults an opportunity
to contribute a year of service to Israel
and the Jewish people, while broadening
their work experience and capacities to
lead. This unique ten-month leadership
program, for Jewish young adults, ages
20-24, is designed for those who want to
learn, experience Israel through its
people and not through a tour guide,
develop a global perspective and
practical skills, get their hands dirty in
Israel, and share the experience with
other dynamic young leaders.
Israel Program Scholarships
Application deadline is March 1, 2013
Students planning to travel to Israel
during the summer of 2013 or participate
in March of the Living can apply for
scholarships, which are based on
leadership potential, desire to travel, and
ability to return to the community as a
youth leader. Participants must currently
be in Grades 9-11. Judy Nahary,
201.408.1470 or e-mail jnahari@jccotp.org
to receive an application. Awards are
provided through the endowment funds
of Morton and Betty Steinberg, the Rubin
Family, and the Samuel Warshauer Israel
Program Scholarships.
March of the Living
c/o Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3911
Website: www.motl.org
Avinoam Segal-Elad, Community Shaliach
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
The March of the Living is a yearly
journey where thousands of primarily
Jewish teens from around the world
gather in Poland and Israel to mark
Holocaust Remembrance Day and Israel
Independence Day. Jewish Federation
makes scholarships available on a needs-
basis for this two-week program. For
information, please visit www.motl.org.
Alisa Flatow
Memorial Scholarship
Website: www.alisafund.org
Scholarship applications for the fund
established by the family of the late Alisa
Flatow are available for those planning
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to spend the year studying in Israel.
Applications are available only from the
website. All applications must be sub-
mitted online. If downloaded, the appli-
cation must be typed or completed in a
word-processor format before it is sent
out.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1470
Teen Director: Judy Nahary
Application deadline is mid-March. This
scholarship is supported by the JCC
endowment funds of Morton and Betty
Steinberg, the Rubin Family and Samuel
Warshauer.
T R A V E L
Many synagogues also sponsor trips to
Israel; please contact the synagogues
individually for this information.
For information about travel to Israel for
those with special needs, please refer to
information in the Special Needs section
on page 111.
Community Shaliach
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Israel Programs Center Center for Israel
Engagement
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3909
E-mail: avinoams@jfnnj.org
Shaliach: Avinoam Segal-Elad
Israel Experience Programs
Israel Programs Center Center for Israel
Engagement
Israel Tourist Office
Israel Government Tourist Office
800 Second Avenue, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10117
Tel.: (212) 499-5660
Tel.: (888) 77-ISRAEL
Fax: (212) 499-5665
E-mail: Info@Goisrael.com
Website: www.goisrael.com/
Young Judaea Summer
Programs in Israel
50 West 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
Tel.: (800) 725-0612
Fax: (212) 303-7411
E-mail: Israelprograms@youngjudaea.org
Website: www.youngjudaea.org
For over 50 years, Young Judaea has
been offering summer programs in Israel
for teens in grades 9-12. Start your
journey in Spain, Italy, or Morocco, or
fly straight to Israel. Sign up for Israel
MD, our new medical track, or learn
Hebrew on our Ulpan program. We have
a new volunteer and social action
program called Tikun Olam. Earn college
credits and community service hours on
all of our programs.
Youth Shlichim
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Contact: Keren Glick
E-mail: kglick@jccotp.org
The Youth Shlichim are the communitys
youth representatives from Israel who
work mainly with grade-schoolers, teens
and student groups. The Youth Shlichim
organize educational and recreational
programs about Israel today, Israeli
society and culture.
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KOSHER CATERING,
FOOD AND
RESTAURANTS
We have tried to present a complete
listing of establishments where all
products or services are Kosher. The
specific kashrut certification for each is
also provided. Please note that these
listings do not constitute either a
hechsher or an endorsement of any of
the products or services offered.
For further information on kashrut,
please contact: RCBC (page 146),
OU (page 55), KOF- K (page 147),
The Kosher Nexus at UTJ (page 150).
The listings are alphabetical by town.
C A T E R E R S
Eighth Day Caterers
143A South Prospect Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 214-0803
www.8thdaycaterers.com
Under RCBC supervision
Palisadium USA/
Carlton Caterers
700 Palisadium Drive
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Tel.: (201) 224-2211
E-mail: Shella@PalisadiumUSA.com
www.PalisadiumUSA.com
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Northern Valley Affairs
at Temple Emanu-El
180 Piermont Road
Closter, NJ 07624
Tel.: (201) 750-0333
Fax: (201) 750-0334
www.northernvalleyaffairs.com
Contact: Les Friedman
Kosher and glatt kosher catering
Main Event Caterers
38 West Forest Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 894-8710
Fax: (201) 894-8720
E-mail: office@mecaterers.com
www.mecaterers.com
Under the supervision of the Vaad
Harabbonim of Riverdale and the
Rabbinical Council of Bergen County
Petaks Glatt Kosher
Fine Foods
19-03 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-5010
Fax: (201) 797-7752
www.petaksglattkosher.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Rave Catering
and Event Planning
666 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10103
Tel.: (212) 527-7059
www.ravecaterers.com
Under Star K supervision
Foremost Glatt Kosher Caterers
65 Anderson Avenue
Moonachie, NJ 07074
Tel.: (201) 664-2465
Fax: (201) 664-1376
E-mail: info@foremostcaterers.com
www.foremostcaterers.com
Under Star K Supervision
Five Star Caterers
195 West Englewood Avenue, Suite 107
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0889
Fax: (201) 833-0880
E-mail: info@fivestarcaterers.com
www.fivestarcaterers.com
OU Supervision
Maadan
446 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-0192
Fax: (201) 692-3656
E-mail: deli@maadan.com
www.maadan.com
Under RCBC Supervision
908-272-2400
www.tofutti.com
488 Cedar Lane Teaneck, NJ
(201) 928-4100
www.sweetsoncedar.com
RCBC
Candy Dried Fruit Nuts Gifts
Its Good, Its OSEM!
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Madison Caterers
669 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 787-9333
www.madisoncaterers.net
RCBC Supervision
F O O D R E T A I L E R S
Bakeries
Dunkin Donuts
22-20 Fair Lawn Avenue, Inside Exxon
Tel.: (201) 791-5500
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Hot Bagels
(dairy)
6-07 Saddle River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-9625
Only uncut bagels are under RCBC
Supervision
Zadies Kosher Bake Shop
19-09 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-6565
Fax: (201) 796-8501
www.zadiesbakeshop.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Dunkin Donuts
754 Franklin Avenue
Franklin Lakes. NJ
Tel.: (201) 891-6545
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Dunkin Donuts Baskin Robbins
886 Prospect Street
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 612-9090
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Dunkin Donuts Baskin Robbins
233 North Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446
Tel.: (201) 327-2828
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Butterflake Bake Shop
(Pas Yisrael)
448 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-3516
Fax: (201) 836-3056
www.butterflake.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Cake & Co.
1378 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 530-7555
www.cakeandconj.com
Under RCBC supervision
Dunkin Donuts
1406 Teaneck Road
(In Walgreens Shopping Center)
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-0062
Fax: (201) 862-0096
Hours: Monday Friday, 6 a.m. 12 a.m.;
Sunday, 7 a.m. 10 p.m.
Under the supervision of Rabbi E. Teitz
of Elizabeth
Hot Bagels
(pareve)
976 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0410
Only uncut bagels are under RCBC
Supervision
Poppys Bagels/TCBY
204 West Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-0800
Under RCBC supervision
Sammy's New York Bagels
(Pas Yisrael)
1439 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
RCBC
Glatt Kosher
Mediterranean Cuisine
39 East Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm
Fri: 10am-3pm
www.HummusElite.com
201.569.5600
RCBC
Sunday-Thursday 12-10 pm
515 Cedar Lane Teaneck
201-530-5665
Fax 201-530-5662
www.chaikotapas.com
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Kosher Catering At Its Best
Hot Smorgasbord
Sit Down Dinners
The Famous
Kosher Nosh
894 Prospect Street
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Phone (201) 445-1186
Fax (201) 670-5674
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Tel.: (201) 837-0515
Fax: (201) 862-0818
Under KOF-K Supervision
Sugarflake Bakery
257 Westwood Avenue
Westwood, NJ 07675
Tel.: (201) 664-1253
24-04 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 796-3800
397 Franklin Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 485-8418
www.sugarflakebakeshop.com
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Kashrut Committee of
Bergen County
Dunkin Donuts Baskin Robbins
525 Cedar Hill Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 612-7600
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Dunkin Donuts Baskin Robbins
386 Franklin Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 891-1133
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Butchers
Grand & Essex
89 New Bridge Road
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 244-9955
Fax: (201) 244-9956
www.grandandessex.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Food Showcase
24-28 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 475-0077
Fax: (201) 794-6728
www.food-showcase.com
Under RCBC Supervision
The New Blue Ribbon
1363 Inwood Terrace
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tel.: (201) 224-2500
Under RCBC Supervision
Harolds Kosher Market
67-A E. Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-0030
www.haroldskosher.com
Under the supervision of
Rabbi Isaiah Hertzberg
Best Glatt
543 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0444
Fax: (201) 801-0456
Under RCBC Supervision
Glatt Express
1400 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-8110
Under RCBC Supervision
Candy
Sweets on Cedar
488 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 928-4100
Fax: (201) 530-5385
Chocolate, candies, dried fruits, nuts, gift
baskets, paper goods.
www.sweetsoncedar.com
Under RCBC Supervision
World of Goodies
198 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-9950
Fax: (201) 833-9980
Chocolate, candies, dried fruits, nuts,
gourmet coffees.
Under RCBC Supervision
Yummy Memories at the
Marlow Candy Factory
65 Honeck Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Kosher Cat er i ng, Food and Rest aur ant s
www.maadan.com
446 Cedar Lane, Teaneck
201-692-0192
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456 Cedar Lane Teaneck
201-530-0808
www.SababaGrill.com
AND CATERING
RCBC
Bar/Bat Mitzvah,
Brissim, Kiddushim,
Sheva Brachot & more
Special Shabbat Menu
Ashkenazi and
Sephardi Catering Menu
Specializing in
Authentic Moroccan and
Mediterranean Cuisine
Approved Caterer at Rinat Yisrael
READERS
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Tel.: (201) 567-4274
Fax: (201) 569-9533
www.yummymemories.net
Hours: Tues. Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Candy, nuts, coffee, dried fruits, baskets
and trays, holiday novelties, lo-cal candy.
Corporate accounts welcome.
Marlow candy under O-U.
Markets/Food Provisions
Foster Village Kosher
Delicatessen & Catering
469 S. Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-7100
Fax: (201) 384-0303
www.fostervillagekosherdeli.com
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Kashrut Committee of
Bergen County
Grand & Essex
89 New Bridge Road
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 244-9955
Fax: (201) 244-9956
www.grandandessex.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Kosher by the Case & Less
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 568-2281
Fax: (201) 568-5681
Under RCBC Supervision
Menagerie
41 East Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-2704
Fax: (201) 871-1972
www.menageriecaterers.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Food Showcase
24-28 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 475-0077
Fax: (201) 794-6728
www.food-showcase.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Kosher Express
22-16 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 791-8818
Fax: (201) 791-3060
Under OK supervision
Petaks Glatt Kosher
Fine Foods
19-03 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-5010
Fax: (201) 797-7752
www.petaksglattkosher.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Harolds Kosher Market
67-A E. Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 262-0030
www.haroldskosher.com
Under the supervision of
Rabbi Isaiah Hertzberg
Dovids Fresh Fish Market
736 Chestnut Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 928-0888
Fax: (201) 928-0386
Under RCBC Supervision
Glatt Express
1400 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-8110
Under RCBC Supervision
Maadan
446 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-0192
Fax: (201) 692-3656
www.maadan.com
Under RCBC Supervision
The Natural Spot Kosher
Health Food Store
1440 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-1055
PickleLicious
384 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
1378 QUEEN ANNE RD. TEANECK, NJ 201-530-7555
info@cakeandconj.com www.cakeandconj.com
For Your Special Day
A custom bakery boutique
Cakes Cookies Cupcakes
RCBC
Madison Caterers - 669 Cedar Lane Teaneck, NJ 201-787-9333
First class service for all occasions
Formal Dinners
Casual Get-Togethers
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs & More
Experienced Staff
Personalized Menus
Affordable Pricing
Shabbos Catering
RCBC
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Tel.: (201) 833-0100
E-mail: orders@pickelicious.com
www.picklelicious.com
Under RCBC Supervision
K O S H E R
R E S T A U R A N T S
Dairy
Benjy's Kosher Pizza
1246 River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 773-6195
Under RCBC Supervision
Petaks Glatt Kosher
Fine Foods
19-03 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-5010
Fax: (201) 797-7752
www.petaksglattkosher.com
Under RCBC Supervision
EJs Place
1448 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 862-0611
Fax: (201) 862-0815
www.ejsplaceteaneck.com
Under RCBC Supervision
JCC Cafe
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 408-1421
Under RCBC Supervision
Lazy Bean Caf
1404 (rear) Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-BEAN
www.lazybean.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Mocha Bleu
1399 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-2538
www.mochableu.com
Under RCBC supervision
Pizza Crave/Sushi Crave
439 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-1700
Fax: (201) 836-2362
www.kosherpizzacrave.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Rabica
192 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-7558
Fax: (201) 837-7563
www.rabicacafe.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Sammys Pizza
1431 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-0515
Under KOF-K Supervision
Shellys Vegetarian Caf
482 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-0001
Fax: (201) 907-0990
www.shellyscafe.net
Under Star K supervision
Teaneck General Store Caf
502 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 530-5046
www.teaneckgeneralstore.com
Under RCBC supervision
Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt
Parlors
Ben & Jerrys
46 E. Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-3322
The ice cream is produced under
national kosher supervision but the store
is not under local kosher supervision.
Ice Cream on Grand
523 Grand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
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Tel.: (201) 569-5346
Under Kof-K supervision
Bumbleberry Frozen Yogurt
1445 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 357-4220
Under RCBC supervision
Meat
Foster Village Kosher
Delicatessen & Catering
469 S. Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 384-7100
Fax: (201) 384-0303
www.fostervillagekosherdeli.com
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Quality Kashrut Supervisory
Service
Petaks Glatt Kosher
Fine Foods
19-03 Fair Lawn Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-5010
Fax: (201) 797-7752
www.petaksglattkosher.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Hummus Elite
30 East Palisade Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 569-5600
www.hummuselite.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Perfect Pita
13-22 River Road
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 794-8700
www.perfectpitanj.com
Under RCBC supervision
The Kosher Nosh Deli
Restaurant
894 Prospect Street
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Tel.: (201) 445-1186
Fax: (201) 670-5674
www.koshernosh.com
Under the supervision of Rabbi Isaiah
Hertzberg, Kashrut Committee of Bergen
County
Chai Ko Tapas
515 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 530-5665
www.chaikotapas.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Chickies
172 West Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 266-6033
www.chickiesonline.com
Under RCBC supervision
Chopstix
Glatt Kosher Chinese
(take-out only)
172 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0200
Fax: (201) 833-8326
www.chopstixusa.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Dougies Bar-B-Que & Grill
184 W. Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-6000
Fax: (201) 833-6020
www.dougiesbbq.com
Under RCBC supervision
Etc Steakhouse
1409 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 357-5677
www.etcsteakhouse.com
Under RCBC supervision
Gotham Burger
1383 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 530-7400
www.gothamburgers.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Kosher Experience
669 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Specializing in
SUSHI BARS
for all your
simchas
Full Catering
201-530-5665
515 Cedar Lane, Teaneck
RCBC
A division of Estihana, NY
Chai Ko Tapas, NJ
RCBC
Sushi Chinese Chili Grill
Soups Fried Chicken
201-692-7722
669 Cedar Lane Teaneck, NJ
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FIRST PLACE
BEST BAKERY
BEST CHALLAH
19-09 FAIR LAWN AVE
FAIR LAWN
201 796-6565
Large selection of delicious
Challah Pastries cookies
bobkas pies & More...
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Tel.: (201) 692-7722
Fax: (201) 692-8778
www.kosherexperience.net
Under RCBC Supervision
Noahs Ark
493 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-1200
Fax: (201) 692-1896
www.NoahsArk.net
Under Star-K supervision
NoBo
1400 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-1000
www.nobowineandgrill.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Royal Persian Grill
192 West Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-1555
Under RCBC Supervision
Sababa Grill
456 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 530-0808
Fax: (201) 692-9111
www.sababagrill.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Schnitzel+
1450 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2301
www.schnitzelplus.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Smokey Joes Tex-Mex
Barbecue Restaurant
494 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-RIBS (7427)
www.SmokeyJoesbbq.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Tavlin
7 West Railroad Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 871-6060
www.tavlintenafly.com
Under the Supervision of
Vaad of Monsey
Pareve
Sushi Metsuyan
192 West Englewood Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-8000
Fax: (201) 837-9550
www.metsuyan.com
Under RCBC Supervision
Veggie Heaven
473 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-0887
Fax: (201) 832-0738
www.veggieheaventeaneck.com
Under the supervision of Tablet-K
K A S H R U T
S U P E R V I S I O N O R
C E R T I F I C A T I O N
KOF-K Kosher Supervision
201 The Plaza
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-0500
Fax: (201) 837-0126
E-mail: yrosenbaum@KOF-K.org
www.KOF-K.org
Exec. Administrator:
Rabbi Dr. H. Z. Senter
Quality Kosher Supervisory
Service
Kashrut Committee of Bergen County
570 Sunderland Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-7819
Exec. Administrator:
Rabbi I. Hertzberg
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10am - 6pm Mon-Wed
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502a cedar lane, teaneck 201-530-5046
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games
for all ages
gifs
unique shabbos gifs
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172 West Englewood Ave.
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-833-0200
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Dairy
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543 Cedar Lane Teaneck
201-801-0444
Shabbat Specials
Holiday Menus
We deliver to NJ and NY
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Rabbinical Council
of Bergen County (RCBC)
Vaad Harabanim of Bergen County
P.O. Box 1233
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 287-9292
Fax: (201) 287-1770
E-mail: rcbc18@aol.com
President: Rabbi Shalom Baum
Exec. Director: Rabbi Meier Brueckheimer
Kashrut Coordinator: Rabbi Benyamin
Taub
Chairman of Kashrut Committee:
Rabbi Chaim Pupko
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unique holiday items,
party favors, and more.
Delightful reminders from
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Marlow Candy Factory.
65 Honeck Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
201.567.4274 or 201.569.7606
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386 Franklin Ave., (at Ivy Plaza) Wyckoff 201-891-1133
525 Cedar Hill Ave., Wyckoff 201-612-7600
886 Prospect St., Glen Rock 201-612-9090
754 Iranklin Ave., Iranklin Lakes 201-891-6545
233 North Iranklin Tpke., Ramsey 201-327-2828
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JEWISHCULTURE
ANDTHEARTS
A R T & D E S I G N /
A R T I S T S A N D
A R T I S A N S
Janet Indick
Tel.: (201) 836-0211
E-mail: janetindick@aol.com
Contemporary award-winning artist, one-
of-a-kind sculpture for indoor, outdoor,
and wall. Holocaust medallions, jewelry,
paintings, prints, and collages. Artwork
for synagogues and private clients.
Irv Koons Artist/Designer
E-mail: IKADesign@aol.com
Internationally known, museum
collections, etc.: Consultatton, Synagogue
art, Stained glass design, graphics, all
synagogue and Judaic organization needs
Dena Levie
Tel.: (201) 928-0511
E-mail: dena@judaicpapercuts.com
Website: www.judaicpapercuts.com
Papercuts for weddings, Bar/Bat
Mitzvahs, family trees, and ketubot.
Jeffrey Packard
Tel.: (201) 791-6591
Fax: (201) 391-0333
E-mail: jpack613@aol.com
Fine art, stained glass and synagogue
design.
Precious Heirlooms
Tel.: (973) 228-5454
Website: www.preciousheirlooms.com
Contact: Renee Savitz
Judaic Fiber Artist Renee Savitz,
renowned for her Tallitot, designs
customized Torah Mantles, Ark Curtains,
Chuppot, and creates other fine fabric
items for Jewish homes and synagogues.
Herb Stern
Tel.: (201) 833-8823
E-mail: Hstern706@aol.com
Website: www.herbstern.com
Unique watercolors, paintings, papercuts,
etchings, and lithos. Custom-crafted
ketubot, Bar/Bat Mitzvah invitations and
presentations, gifts, awards, and other
Judaica for homes and synagogues.
Deborah Ugoretz
Tel.: (201) 694-5845
E-mail: duspin52@aol.com
Website: www.ugoretz.com
Custom made ketubot; artwork for
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, anniversaries, and
special events; synagogue art; works in
cut paper; calligraphy.
The Write Impression
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-0404
Fax: (201) 833-2228
Contact: Simone Wruble
Website:
www.thewriteimpression.forparties.com
Custom invitations, announcements and
accessories, including personalized
stationery, unique gifts, place cards,
napkins, kippot, and envelope
addressing. Free Hebrew on in-house
stationery.
C H O I R S , C H O R U S E S ,
A N D E N S E M B L E S
New Jersey Cantors Concert
Ensemble
Tel.: (201) 833-8137
Fax: (201) 833-2323
E-mail: hazzan@optonline.net
Website: www.njcce.org
Chair: Cantor Daniel Green
The Ensemble is sponsored by the NJ
Region of the Cantors Assembly
(Conservative), but also welcomes
cantors who serve Reform,
Reconstructionist, and unaffiliated
congregations throughout New Jersey.
It is the worlds first four-part group of
male and female cantors and performs in
communities all over the state to present
the art of Jewish music and to provide
scholarship funds for students preparing
to be cantors. The Ensembles repertoire
includes classical as well as
contemporary cantorial and Jewish
choral selections.
PeniNote (Pearls) Womens
Choir
Contact Batya Harris at
batyah613@gmail.com
The choir rehearses every Monday
evening. It is available for women's
fundraisers and senior citizen programs.
Russian Club Chorus
Russian Club
Cong. Beth Sholom
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 833-2620
President: Maria Gertsenshteyn
Tel.: (201) 837-9703
The Russian Club sponsors a variety of
activities and holiday celebrations, as
well as a Russian chorus. One need not
be a member of the synagogue to join.
TAVIM
Cong. Beth Sholom
354 Maitland Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2620
A capella group. All TAVIM participants
are synagogue members.
SHIRAH The JCC Community
Chorus on the Palisades
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Thurnauer School of Music
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1461
Fax: (201) 569-7448
E-mail: thurnauer@jccotp.org
Contact: Michael Reingold,
Assistant Dir., Thurnauer School of Music
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
SHIRAH - The Kaplen JCC Community
Chorus on the Palisades sings classic and
contemporary Jewish repertoire, under
the direction of Matthew Lazar.
Sponsored by the Thurnauer School of
Music. The group is open to all.
Temple Sinai
1 Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ
Tel.: (201) 568-3035
Youth Choir Director: Nitza Amit-Shamah
Thurnauer Chamber Music
Society
Thurnauer School of Music
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (201) 408-1461
Fax: (201) 569-7448
E-mail: thurnauer@jccotp.org
Contact: Michael Reingold,
Assistant Dir., Thurnauer School of Music
Office Hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
Thurnauer Chamber Music Society
presents a 3-concert series featuring
classic masterworks and new favorites of
the chamber music repertoire. All
concerts are on Saturday nights in the
JCCs Eric Brown Theater and are
preceded by a talk with the artist.
D A N C I N G
S I M C H A / I S R A E L I
Dance with Dassie
1637 Buckingham Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-3383
E-mail: dancewithdassie@aol.com
Instructor: Dassie Schuster
Israeli Folk Dancing with Tamar
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1456
Sundays 7pm - midnight
Circle & Couples Dancing
Tuesdays, 7 - 8:15pm
Beginners Circle Dancing
8:15 - 11pm
Intermediate & Advanced
Judys Israeli & Simcha Dancing
Tel.: (201) 569-0862
Instructor: Judy Davidovics
Group and private classes available
for women, Bat Mitzvah girls and
children as well as special needs.
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E N T E R T A I N M E N T
IEC
Interactive Entertainment Group
12 Commercial Street
Hicksville, NY 11801
Tel.: 800-760-0724
Fax: 516-933-7710
Website: www.interactiveparty.com
Virtual reality, game shows, casinos,
carnivals, photo favors, recording booths,
video games, wax hands, magicians,
multi-talents, fortune tellers, and much,
much more. Call for full catalogue.
Roberta Seltzer
Tel.: (201) 791-8028
E-mail: missroberta@hotmail.com
Website: www.missroberta.net
Exciting Jewish entertainment for Babies
to Bubbies. From ages 2 to 102. Roberta
brings her joy of Yiddishkite. She
presents special family concerts using
puppets, stories and song; also entertains
at libraries, schools and senior citizen
centers. She serves as music specialist at
various temples, day schools and
community centers.
M U S I C &
M U S I C I A N S
Avi Maza Orchestra
Tel.: 1-888-AVI-MAZA (284-6292)
E-mail: avimaza@gmail.com
Website: www.avimazaorchestra.com
The Avi Maza Orchestra has been
performing Jewish, international, and
popular American music at weddings,
bar and bat mitzvahs, and community
celebrations for over 15 years. Their
energetic music performance will set
you dancing and leave you wanting
much more.
BaRock Orchestra
Tel.: (201) 837-6158
Fax: (201) 837-9733
E-mail: Info@BaRockorchestra.com
Website: www.BaRockorchestra.com
BaRock Orchestra plays a unique blend
of traditional simcha music and
contemporary styles of today. It is made
up of musicians who come from a broad
range of musical backgrounds, and each
contributes something special. The
orchestra is well-versed in all styles of
music and will thus provide a wonderful
musical experience.
Debra Blecher
Tel.: (201) 664-7286
Website: www.debsflutelessons.com
Entertainment with flute for weddings
and temple services. Private instruction
on flute and guitar.
JCC Thurnauer School of Music
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tel.: (201) 408-1448
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCC Thurnauer School of Music
offers a comprehensive music education
for students of all ages. Offerings include
private and group lessons; instrumental,
choral, jazz, and chamber music
ensembles; weekly recitals; and master
classes with world-renowned artists. For
more information, call Dorothy Kaplan
Roffman, director, at 201-408-1460 or
Michael Reingold at 201-408-1461.
Metamorphic Winds
Tel.: (201) 568-7782
Toll Free: 877-255-3665
Fax: (201) 567-1610
E-mail: E-mail: jon@jestmaster.com
Website: www.metamorphicwinds.com
Metamorphic Winds is the perfect choice
to add breathtaking live music to your
wedding or Mitzvah ceremony or
cocktail hour.
Mark Infield Orchestra
Tel.: (201) 888-5086
(201) 387-2725
Provides music for all occasions.
Nafshenu Orchestra
Tel.: (516) 571-6660
E-mail: info@nafshenuorchestra.com
Website: www.nafshenuorchestra.com
Serving the tri-State area for over
20 years.
TAVIM
Cong. Beth Sholom
354 Maitland Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 833-2620
A capella group. All TAVIM participants
are synagogue members.
T H E A T E R
The JCC School of
Performing Arts
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tel.: (201) 408-1492
Website: www.jccotp.org
The JCC School of Performing Arts offers
a dynamic, progressive program
designed for students to reach
professional or recreational goals. Dance
classes include ballet, jazz, tap, Hip-Hop,
as well as audition preparation and
musical theater dance. Theater courses
include voice, acting, improv and
musical theater with workshops and
performance opportunities for
preschoolers to adults at every skill level.
There are also specialty classes in
commercial technique, speech, lighting
and sound, writing for stage, screen and
TV and advanced acting. Students on the
professional track receive assistance in
connecting with agents/managers to
prepare them for Broadway, film and
television. The school also features a
Youth Ensemble, a Teen Performance
Company and a professional theater for
young actors. It also offers summer
specialty camps in musical theater and
dance. For adults, there are classes,
workshops and staged readings of
promising new plays. All classes taught
by an outstanding professional faculty.
For more information, call Deb Roberts,
201- 408-1492 or droberts@jccotp.org
Professional Childrens
Theater Series
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
In the fall and spring, the School of
Performing Arts introduces children three
and older to the magical world of live
theater with visits from well-known
professional traveling companies. Call
Deb Roberts for shows, dates and times.
Palistage
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tel.: (201) 408-1492
Contact: Deb Roberts, Director
This professional theater wing of the
Kaplen JCC School of Performing Arts
includes equity performances,
workshops, and staged readings of
promising new plays.
Youth Performance Ensemble
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tel.: (201) 408-1492
Contact: Deb Roberts, Director
For serious actors on a pre-professional
track. Open registration. Casting by
audition. Productions in spring.
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B A R / B A T M I T Z V A H
T U T O R I N G
Debra C. Blecher
Tel.: (201) 664-7286
Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring Hebrew and
Trope.
Claire Ginsburg Goldstein,
Torah Morah
Tel.: (201) 385-3325, (201) 385-2343
(551) 804-8749 (cell)
E-mail: LGCG98@aol.com
Tutoring for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students for
over 25 years. Now working with special
needs children for their bnai mitzvah.
Using various teaching techniques, such
as color coding and trop trotting (a
dance movement), to teach the correct
trope notes for the Torah or haftorah
portions.
Cantor Barbra Lieberstein
Tel.: 201-788-6653
Website: www.cantorbarbra.com
E-mail: cantorbarbra@aol.com
Learn with an ordained cantor with over
12 years experience who has trained
hundreds of students for their special
day. Tutoring is available in the
convenience of your home to fit your
schedule. Will work with unaffiliated as
well as affiliated students. Also available
to officiate at Bar/Bat Mitzvah
ceremonies, baby namings and
weddings.
I N T E R I O R D E S I G N
S E R V I C E S
Lauren Ostrow
Interior Design Inc.
1622 York Avenue
New York, NY 10028
Tel.: (212) 650-0086
Fax: (212) 650-0088
Email: roomatologist@aol.com
Website: www.laurenostrow.com
Lauren Ostrow Interior Design, Inc. is a
full service design specializing in kosher
kitchens. The company was founded in
1976, and focuses on high-end
residential projects for private homes and
New York apartments. We offer a flexible
range of services and are capable of
handling a full ground-up project, or we
can work with your architect/contractor.
K O S H E R K I T C H E N
A P P L I A N C E S
Kozy Kitchens
507 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, N.J.
201-530-1600
Fax 201-530-1700
Website: www.kozykitchens.com
Yudins
378 Main Street
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Tel.: (201) 891-3111
Fax: (201) 891-8129
E-mail: yudins@att.net
L E A R N I N G
H E B R E W
LearnHebrewPod.com
Website: www.learnhebrewpod.com
This new, conversational, online Hebrew
learning service teaches Hebrew the way
its spoken in Israel through podcasts
and audio lessons. By using unique
learning tools, you will soon be able to
speak Hebrew to Israelis. Introduce
yourself to this unique, innovative,
interactive and so very useful way of
learning an amazing and special
language.
Sarah and David Interactive
13 Oak Trail
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 993-1497
Fax: (201) 221-7879
Contact: Diana Yacobi
E-mail: dyacobi@sarahdavid.com
Website: www.sarahdavid.com
Sarah and David Interactive specializes in
innovative approaches to teaching
Hebrew reading and language. The
program is used in religious schools, for
special needs students, late-start day
school students, and adults. Call for
workshops, teacher training, group and
private lessons.
P R I N T I N G
S U P P L I E S
A to Z Rubber Stamps
617 Oradell Ave., Ste. 7
Oradell, NJ 07649
Tel.: (201) 265-9595
Fax: (201) 265-9797
E-mail: AtoZstamps@aol.com
Self-inking rubber stamps, x-stampers,
daters, embossing seals, signs, name-
plates, etc. The company supplies
Hebrew and Sefer stamps, clothing
stamps for summer camp and day
schools, Yahrzeit plaques and scrolls.
S I M C H A S A N D
C E L E B R A T I O N S
For information about Art & Design,
Jewish Entertainment, or Jewish Music
and Musicians, please see the
Jewish Culture and Arts section on
page 147.
Party Planners
Simchaplanners LLC
Tel.: (201) 692-8462
Fax: (201) 692-3272
E-mail: simchaplanners@hotmail.com
Coordinator: Barbara S. Gildin
All party-planning services offered,
including invitations in Hebrew,
benchers and kippot.
R E T R E A T S A N D
R E N T A L S
Isabella Freedman
Jewish Retreat Center
Tel: 1-800-398-2630
Website: www.isabellafreedman.org
Beautiful 400-acre lakeside retreat center
and organic farm in the Connecticut
Berkshires perfect for organizational
retreats and lifecylce events. Glatt
kosher. Easily accessible from NYC.
Year-round rentals available
Resour ces
For advertising information call
Natalie Jay
201.837.8818
Look for these special interest
sections and magazines
throughout the year in
Charitable Giving
Chanukah Gift Book
Jewish Holidays
Spring Style Fall Spice
Healthy Living & Adult
Lifestyles Home Design
Readers Choice
Great Programs for Seniors
To learn about activities at the
Jewish Federation Council
for Older Adults, call
(201) 820-3925
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JEWISHMEDIA
N E W S P A P E R S
Jewish Standard
New Jersey/Rockland Jewish Media Group
1086 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-8818
Fax: (201) 833-4959
E-mail editorial: jewishstd2@aol.com
E-mail letters:
jstandardletters@gmail.com
E-mail advertising:
ads@jewishmediagroup.com
E-mail press releases:
pr@jewishmediagroup.com
Website: www.jstandard.com
Publisher: James L. Janoff
Executive Editor: Shammai Engelmayer
Editor: Joanne Palmer
North Jerseys weekly Jewish newspaper
for over three-quarters of a century,
covering the community, the nation, and
Jewish life and news across the globe.
About Our Children
New Jersey/Rockland Jewish Media Group
1086 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-8818
Fax: (201) 833-4959
E-mail: aboutoc@aol.com
Editor: Heidi Mae Bratt
About Our Children (AOC) is the
monthly parenting publication that
appears in the Jewish Standard, Jewish
Community News, and Rockland Jewish
Reporter. It is designed to help Jewish
families in our area live healthy, positive
lives that make the most of the resources
available to them. AOC aims to provides
parents with essential information on
faith, education, the arts, events, and
child-raising.
M A G A Z I N E S
N E W S L E T T E R S
R E S O U R C E B O O K S
The Kosher Nexus: Information
about Kosher Food
Union for Traditional Judaism
668 American Legion Drive, Suite B
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-0707
Fax: (201) 801-0449
E-mail: RebRapp@utj.org
Website: www.koshernexus.org
At the Kosher Nexus, they believe that
information about kashruth should be
delivered in a non-threatening and
entertaining manner. They wish all Jews
would keep kosher, and the Kosher
Nexus believes that information about
kashruth and kosher products is the best
way to accomplish that goal.
KASHRUS Magazine
Brooklyn, NY
Tel.: (718) 336-8544
Website: www.kashrusmagazine.com
On-line source for kosher information
and kashrus symbols.
P U B L I S H E R S
There are many other Jewish publishing
houses in the New York/New Jersey
metropolitan area.
Avotaynu
155 N. Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 387-7200
Fax: (201) 387-2855
E-mail: info@avotaynu.com
Website: www.avotaynu.com
Publishes books related to Jewish
genealogy and the magazine of Jewish
genealogy.
V I D E O S
Media Center
Jewish Educational Services
Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Paramus
Tel.: (201) 820-3900
Ergo Media
P O B 2037
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 692-0404
E-mail: info@jewishvideo.com
Website: www.jewishvideo.com
Founded in 1986, Ergo Media has
focused its attention from the start on
making available quality film, video, and
DVDs about the Jewish experience for
the discriminating individual who wants
to learn more about Jewish culture,
Israel, the Holocaust, Jewish life, and
world Jewry. The Ergo Collection, which
now has more than 300 titles, includes
childrens videos, documentaries, how-
to DVDs, Israeli and Yiddish film
classics, educational programs, and
music/art videos & DVDs. All titles are
either in English or subtitled in English.
Jewish Heritage Video
Collection
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 569-7900, ext. 1458
W E B S I T E S
The information in this Guide is general in
nature and subject to changes. It is not
intended to be a comprehensive list of
valuable Jewish websites. Descriptions of
the sites have been edited to fit space
constraints, but all efforts have been
made to maintain the language and style
of the website owners. The Guide does
not accept responsibility for information
included or excluded from the sites. Since
websites change so quickly, some of the
information may already be out of date,
but all information has been provided in
good faith.
The websites for all local organizations,
programs and services mentioned in
the Guide are listed with other contact
information in the relevant Guide sections.
Northern New Jersey Jewish
Community Information
Jewish Federation
of Northern New Jersey
www.jfnnj.org
Log on here to the recently enhanced,
user-friendly guide to Jewish life in your
area. This website has the latest in
community events, local Jewish
resources, community calendar listings,
Israel missions, volunteer opportunities,
and more. Youll find links to over a
dozen sections: News & Events, Social
Action/Advocacy, free Jewish E-Cards,
Ways to Give, Israel Connection, Planned
Giving & Endowments, Jewish
Education, Teens & College Students,
Women, Young Leadership, Professional
Connection, and more. This site will
keep you connected to the northern
New Jersey community and worldwide
Jewry. People can make secure on-line
gifts on the site, as well as order Tribute
Cards.
Camping (Summer) Websites
Foundation for Jewish Camp
www.jewishcamp.org
Children & Teens
JVibe
www.jvibe.com
A site for Jewish teens from all over the
world, presenting new avenues for
Jewish expression and new perspectives
on Jewish culture.
Directories of Jewish
Listings/Portals
HaReshima
http://www.hareshima.com/
Uncluttered design with a best of the
list feature.
JAFI
www.jafi.org.il/
Run by the Jewish agency, the site has
good Israel coverage.
Jewish.com
www.jewish.com
An outgrowth of America Onlines
Jewish Community Online, the site offers
a search engine.
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Jewishnet: Global Jewish
Information Network
www.jewishnet.net
Organized by subject area and by
medium (webservers, discussion
groups, etc.).
Jewish Wedding Planning
& Resources
www.chossonandkallah.com
Maven
www.maven.co.il
A guide to thousands of Jewish/Israel
links.
Shamash The Jewish Network
www.shamash.org
Shamash:
Jewish Internet Consortium
shamash.org
Listings of organizations, websites,
discussion lists and resources housed on
Shamash.
Tapuz
www.tapuz.co.il
New index in Hebrew.
www.TeaneckShuls.org
Teaneck Shuls is an announcement list
for the Jewish community and shuls in
the Teaneck vicinity.
Genealogy
JewishGen: The Home of
Jewish Genealogy
www.jewishgen.org
JewishGen is the primary internet source
connecting researchers of Jewish
genealogy worldwide.
Hebrew
Online Hebrew lessons
www.eteacher.com
Online Hebrew lessons accredited by
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
ZigZagWorld
www.zigzagworld.com
Not just for kids, this site includes
Hebrew for Me, a resource for people
interested in learning Hebrew, and
online games, including the interactive
Picnic with Friends and holiday-related
activities.
Holocaust
Cybrary of the Holocaust
www.remember.org
Online collection of research and
resources related to the Holocaust,
including images, stories by survivors
and their children, lesson plans,
timelines, and teachers guides.
The Nizkor Project
www.nizkor.org
The major Shoah sources/denial archive
on the web.
Survivors of the Shoah Visual
History Foundation
www.vhf.org
A non-profit organization founded by
Steven Spielberg dedicated to
videotaping and archiving interviews of
Holocaust survivors around the world.
United States Holocaust
Memorial Museum
www.ushmm.org
Online exhibits, searchable archives,
library and photographs and information
about the museum.
Israel
Consulate General of Israel
in New York
www.israelfm.org
The New York Consulate provides
internet access to its academic, cultural
and information departments. The
site also offers links to websites of
Government Ministries and Israeli media
sources.
Knesset
The Parliament of Israel
www.knesset.gov.il
Information on the Knesset and Israeli
parliamentary system, including a virtual
tour of the building and documents such
as the Proclamation of Independence
and basic Israeli laws.
Israel Advocacy
The David Project
www.thedavidproject.org
Educating voices for Israel with seminars
and workshops
ICC-Israel on Campus Coalition
www.israelcc.org
Promotes Israel education and advocacy
on college campuses
Stand with Us
www.standwithus.com
Educates the world about Israel
Jewish Culture and History
Internet Jewish History
Sourcebook
www.snunit.K12.il
Israels main educational server in
Hebrew with Navigator, full text searches
in Jewish sources, educational
programming, teachers and students
chatrooms.
Jewish Film Archive Online
www.jewishfilm.com
JSOURCE: Jewish Student
Online Research Center
www.us-israel.org/jsource
Living library that includes information
about Jewish history, Israel, U.S.-Israel
relations, the Holocaust, anti-Semitism
and Judaism.
The Yiddish Book Center
www.yiddishbookcenter.org
Virtual Jerusalem
www.virtualjerusalem.com
Features extensive channels devoted to
Israel, holidays, Jewish living, people,
Torah and shopping as well as Kotel
Kams live video feeds from the Kotel,
activities for children and teens and an
Educators Guide.
Jewish Family
Ceremonies for Jewish Living
www.ritualwell.org
End of Life
www.shiraruskay.org
Jewish Family and Life
www.jewishfamily.com
Webzine with a focus on family,
parenting, health, cuisine and other
issues of interest to Jewish families.
Jewish Heritage online
magazine
www.jhom.com
Seniors Center for
Aging & Judaism
www.hiddur.org
Yerusha: A Website for Older
Childless Jews
www.yerusha.com
Yerusha is a website and growing
worldwide organization for Jewish
women and men, past normal child-
bearing age, who believe they may never
have children, either biologically or by
adoption.
Yerusha
www.yerusha.org
Jewish learning that is fun, challenging
and educational
Jewish Music
Jewish Music Online
www.jewishmusic.com
Runs the full range of Jewish music, with
the added features of on-line ordering
and lots of sound clips.
Klezmer Shack
www.klezmershack.com
A search engine for links to bands and
other Klezmer websites, it also offers
reviews with sound clips.
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Kosher Food
Kashrut.com
www.kashrut.com
Kashrut.com is devoted to providing
up-to-date information about kosher
food including mislabeled products and
useful information for the kosher
consumer
Kosher Gift Box
www.giftbox.com
Kosher Gift Box is the largest mail order
catalog of Kosher Gourmet Gifts
in the US.
Kosher Delight
www.kosherdelight.com
Guide to Kosher restaurants in the US
and around the world.
Learning Online
Chabad in Cyberspace
www.chabad.org
ClickonJudaism
www.clickonjudaism.org
ClickonJudaism is a project of the
Reform Movements UAHC-CCAR
Commission on Synagogue Affiliation.
The purpose of ClickonJudaism is to
provide doorways into Judaism for Jews
in their 20s and 30s, as well as those
considering Judaism.
Cyber Torah
www.ou.org/torah/
Tradition, online study and resources,
audio library, publications, e-lists.
Har Etzion Virtual Beit Midrash
www.vbm-torah.org
A wide range of text and philosophy
courses and articles.
Hebrew College Campus
in Cyberspace
www.hebrewcollege.edu
Online courses sponsored by Hebrew
College, Boston.
Introduction to Judaism
www.myjewishlearning.com
Issues in Practical Halachah
www.shamash.org
Jewish Interactive Studies
www.jewishstudies.org
Jew in the City
www.jewinthecity.com
A humorous, meaningful look at
Orthodox Judaism
Jewish Theological Seminary
Distance Learning Project
www.learn.jtsa.edu
The Distance Learning Project of the
Melton Research Center at JTS offers
interactive courses for credit/audit or
continuing adult education, such as A
Jewish Educators Guide to the Internet,
which was developed in collaboration
with JESNA and the Jewish Educators
Electronic Toolkit.
Judaism 101
www.jewfaq.org/index.htm
Maqom
www.maqom.com
Interactive cyber-school for adult
Talmud study.
Mishpacha
www.mishpacha.org
Introductory guide to Jewish Life
Navigating the Bible
www.bible.ort.org
Targeted especially for learning and
understanding Bar and Bat mitzvah
portions using audio text.
National Assembly
of Jewish Students
www.hanefesh.com
Outreach
Oorah
www.gottorah.com
Aish HaTorah
www.aish.com
Partnership for Jewish Learning
and Life
www.phll.org
Partners in Torah
www.partnersintorah.org
Over-the-phone one-on-one Jewish
learning
Project Genesis
www.torah.org
Introductory classes on Torah, Jewish
Law, Jewish holidays and other
traditional Jewish learning. All classes are
free, and are available at various
knowledge and skill levels. Divrei Torah
on the weekly parshiot are also available
on-line.
Tanach Study Center
www.tanach.org
Textual analysis and insights from Rabbi
Menachem Leibtag.
Resource Centers Online
JESNA: Jewish Education
Service of North America
www.jesna.org
Website provides resources for Jewish
educators and lay leaders, including
Jewish Continuity program banks,
publications, links to educational
websites, and the Jewish Educators
Electronic Toolkit.
ORTNet
www.ort.org
The communications network of the
World ORT Union includes links to
educational and community resources
and projects.
Sharsheret: Linking Young
Women In Their Fight Against
Breast Cancer
www.sharsheret.org
Sharsheret connects young Jewish
women facing breast cancer with
volunteers who can share their
experience, both personal and medical,
to support and inform others. All
conversations are confidential.
Worldwide orthodox minyan
data base
www.godaven.com
Singles and Young Adults
Frumster
Website: www.JWed.com
This website offers matchmatching for
Jewish singles of all ages.
SingleJewishProfessionals.com
www.singlejewishprofessionals.com
Meeting people for social purposes. Free
dating site. Adding many members every
day. We protect privacy and support our
members.
W I R E S E R V I C E S
JTA
Website: www.jta.com
E-mail: info@JTA.org
330 Seventh Avenue. 17th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Tel.: (212) 643-1890
Fax: (212) 643-8499
Exec. Editor: Mark Joffe
JTA serves as the eyes and ears of the
Jewish people. Its mission is to dissem-
inate information on events and issues of
concern to Jews in the US, Mideast, and
countries around the world. The agency
serves as the primary source of national
and international news stories and
features for Jewish community news-
papers around the globe and as a key
source of information for Jewish
organizational professionals and lay
leaders. A free daily breaking-news brief
and in-depth news subscriptions are
available. Check out www.jta.org for
more information.
Lubavitch News Service
www.chabad.org/news
Lubavitch News Service
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If your synagogue needs help
with fund raising or
marketing ideas,
you can get expert advice
by calling the
Synagogue Leadership Initiative
of Jewish Federation at
(201) 820-3941
JUDAICA
Many synagogues have gift shops.
Please see the synagogue chart on
pages 66-73.
For handcrafted items, also please see
the Jewish Art and Design section on
page 147.
The listings are alphabetical by town.
AWA R D S
Jerusalem Stone & Monument
130 Van Nostrand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 674-7900
Fax: (201) 342-2410
Website:
www.jerusalemstonemonument.com
Contact: David Subin
Customized awards for organizations;
engravings on plaques of Jerusalem
stone, marble, and granite. Memorials for
shuls, schools, special dedications.
Inspirational Judaica in imported
Jerusalem and semi-precious stone for:
tables, fountains, pillars, bookstands,
gifts; mezuzot, hanukiot, pen sets;
customized awards for organizations.
Specializing in building walls of
Jerusalem stone. By appointment only.
B O O K S , C E R E MO N I A L
O B J E C T S & J U D A I C A ,
G I F T S H O P S
Gone Stitching
31 South Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Tel.: (201) 385-2100
Website: www.gonestitching.net
Priceless Possessions
22-24 Morlot Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel.: (201) 797-1818
Contact: Brian Lynn
Friends of Lubavitch
of Bergen County
Teaneck
Tel.: (201) 907-0686
Judaica House
478 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 801-9001
Fax: (201) 801-9004
Website: www.judaicahouse.net
Rabbi Abraham Teicher
742 Chestnut Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 836-8376
Zoldans
412 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-0034
Reynas Paper Dolls, Etc.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1414
Judaica and gifts for all occasions.
G A L L E R I E S
Many of the gift shops also
carry artwork
B.L.D. Fine Art Gallery
492-B Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 287-0079
E-mail: info@bldfineart.com
Website: www.bldfineart.com
Jewish and Israeli art.
Waltuch Gallery
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Tenafly
Tel.: (201) 408-1411
E-mail: rlazarus@jccotp.org
Features monthly art shows. Exhibition
requests welcome. Call Rochelle Lazarus
at 201-408-1409 or email
rlazarus@jccotp.org
The Atrium
Bergen County YJCC
Washington Township
Tel.: (201) 666-6610
Contact: Jill Brown
E-mail: jbrown@yjcc.org
Juried exhibitions featuring different
artists each month. Opening reception
held for each exhibit. Gallery open free
to the community.
J udai ca
1400 Queen Anne Road Teaneck, NJ
201-837-8110
Mashgiach Temidi/Open 7:00 am Sunday through Friday
RCBC
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Grocery
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Plenty of free parking All major credit cards accepted
Your Community Store for One-Stop Shopping
Providing the Finest Quality Glatt Kosher Foods,
Friendly Service and Competitive Pricing
Produce
Prepared Ioods
Sushi
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ACCOUNTANTS
AND CONSULTANTS
MCGOVERN GARRY LLC
Michael J. Pucci, CPA
786 Mountain Boulevard, Suite 100
Watchung, NJ 07069
Tel.: (908) 668-1040 ext. 13
E-mail: Michael.Pucci@
McGovernGarryLLC.com
ATTORNEYS
DAVIS SAPERSTEIN & SALOMON P.C.
Personal Injury Lawyers
Samuel L. Davis, Esq.
Marc C. Saperstein, Esq.
Garry R. Salomon, Esq.
Steven Benvenisti, Esq.
Paul A. Garfield, Esq.
375 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 907-5000
Website: www.dsslaw.com
E-mail: info@dsslaw.com
GREENBERG & LANZ
2 University Plaza
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: (201) 487-7755
Fax: (201) 487-0087
Steven Morey Greenberg
Corporate, Business Litigation,
Estate Administration, Probate and
Estate Litigation, Guardianships
KATES NUSSMAN RAPONE
ELLIS & FARHI LLP
Michael B. Kates, Esq.
Bruce L. Nussman, Esq.
Richard T. Rapone, Esq.
Joel M. Ellis, Esq.
Michael Farhi, Esq.
Jack Zakim, Esq.
Matthew Z. Earle, Esq.
Erin E. Dowgin, Esq.
Noah Zakim, Esq.
190 Moore Street, Suite 306
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel.: NJ (201) 488-7211
Tel.: NY (212) 279-5979
Fax: (201) 488-1210
Website: www.katesnussman.com
General practice of law
RIKER DANZIG SCHERER HYLAND
& PERRETTI LLP
Family Law Group
Jan L. Bernstein
Jennifer Lazor
Benjamin P. Michel
Erin E. Rantas
Cassie Ansello
Kristi Terranova
Headquarters Plaza
One Speedwell Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07962-1981
Tel.: (973) 538-0800
Fax: (973) 538-1984
E-mail: jbernstein@riker.com
Website: www.riker.com
Divorce, Custody, Parent Coordinators,
Child Relocation Issues, Prenuptial
Agreements, Marital Agreements,
Separation Agreements, Cohabitation
Agreements, Civil Union Agreements
and Dissolution, Domestic Partnership,
Palimony, Domestic Violence,
Grandparent Visitation, Post-Judgment
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AUDIOLOGY ASSOCIATES
OF NORTH JERSEY
Deborah Orlan-Marcus, M.S., CCC-A
185 Cedar Lane
Suite U5
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 928-0808
Hearing evaluations, complete line
of hearing aids, repair and service.
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GARB CONSULTING GROUP
Shneur Garb
492-C Cedar Lane, #312
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 379-9234
E-mail: shneur@garbcj.com
Website: www.garbcg.com
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educational networks, dentistry and
small businesses. Text message
marketing, Google DOCS and
In-house Training.
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BRAM ALSTER, D.M.D., PA
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
20-20 Fair Lawn Avenue, Fair Lawn
(next to the Radburn Train Station)
Tel.: (201) 797-3044
Website: www.bramalsterdmd.com
J. B. DI SILVIO, M.S. D.M.D.
625 East Palisade Avenue
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Tel.: (201) 816-0980
Fax: (201) 894-8833
Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening,
Implants
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Dr. Richard Gertler
Dr. Michelle Bloch
Dr. Ari Frohlich
100 State Street
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-3000
Website: www.teaneckdentist.com
General, Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry,
Invisalign
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Marcy A. Goldstein, M.D.
1 W. Ridgewood Ave., Suite 305
Paramus, NJ 07652
Tel.: (201) 445-8786
Fax: (201)-445-8811
Adult and Pediatric Dermatology
Cosmetic and Surgical Dermatology
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OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATIVE
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Board Certified Physician
550 Kinderkamack Road
Oradell, NJ 07649
Tel.: (201) 599-4100
Fax: (201) 599-4101
Family Practice & Osteopathic
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HOME CARE
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Jerry & Renee Heit
Jonathan & Cherry Picache
Tel.: (201) 820-4200
(201) 962-3222
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www.nebergen.comforcare.com
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bathing/toileting/grooming, errands and
transportation, light housekeeping,
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Home healthcare with dignity
Pediatrics through geriatrics
Free pre-nursing assessment
Owned & Operated by nurses
Celebrating our 29th year
339 North Main Street
New City, NY, 10956
New Jersey: (201) 541-7100
Rockland: (845) 638-4342
Nurses always on call 24 hours,
7 days. Specializing in certified live-ins/
home health aides, hi-tech RNs &
LPNs. Hospital, nursing home and
assisted living, sitting, hospital, nursing
and private duty staffing. EOE. Lic. by
the Dept. of Health and accredited by
JCAHO. Medicaid, CDPAP and most
insurance accepted, TBI, NHTD
Waiver, ADAP. Long-term care, case
management available.
INTERNAL MEDICINE
NEPHROLOGY
BERGEN KIDNEY CENTER
Mirel I. Abramovici, M.D.
Louis C. Jan, M.D.
Mark Meir Zelkowitz, M.D.
Kidney Disease, Hypertension and
Internal Medicine
140 Grand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 567-5787
INVESTMENT ADVISOR
DEANE PENN, M.D.P.C.
Medical stock analyst
Registered investment advisor
Consultations available
Tel.: (480) 488-7981
(201) 767-9239
E-mail: Deane@DeanePennMD.com
MAMMOGRAPHY
WOMENS DIGITAL IMAGING
Lisa Weinstock, M.D.
79 Chestnut Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel.: (201) 444-4484
Fax: (201) 444-4148
Website:
www.womensdigitalimaging.com
Mammography, DEXA, Ultrasound,
Stereotactic and Ultrasound Guided
Biopsies, Breast Specific Gamma
Imaging (BSGI), Total Body Fat
Composition, Pelvic Ultrasound and
Ovarian Cancer Screening
OPHTHALMOLOGIST
ENGLEWOOD EYE CENTER, LLC
Daniel Stegman, M.D. and Associates
71 Grand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 408-4441
Website: www.englewoodeyecenter.com
Diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases
for children and adults including
Oculoplastic and Lasik Surgery, Retina
and Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma,
Cataracts, Cornea transplants, Cosmetic
Eyelid Surgery, Juvederm and Latisse,
Botox, laser hair removal.
ORTHOPEDIC SPINE SURGEON
THE CENTER FOR SPINAL DISORDERS
Dr. Jonathan D. Lewin
Specializing in: Minimally Invasive
Spine Surgery
177 North Dean Street
Englewood, NJ 07631
Tel.: (201) 510-3777
Website: www.njspinaldisorders.com
E-mail: njcfsd@yahoo.com
PODIATRIST
ERIC S. ROSEN, D.P.M.
24 Godwin Avenue
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Tel.: (201) 288-3000
288 Boulevard
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
Tel.: (201) 288-3000
Associate, American College of Foot &
Ankle Surgeons; Associate, American
College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics &
Medicine; Associate, American Academy
of Podiatric Sports Medicine
PSYCHOTHERAPY & REIKI
JENNIFER GRAF, LCSW
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Tel.: (917) 562-0590
www.jennifergraf.net
Relaxation techniques for individuals,
couples and families who are willing to
take their lives to the next level of
fulfillment.
VETERINARIAN
BERGEN VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Dr. Jennifer Suss
1680 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
www.BergenVet.com
Full service care for dogs, cats and
pocket pets. Extended hours, open
Sundays, house calls, emergency care,
surgeries, boarding, outdoor courtyard
for exercise, feline ward, grooming.
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Bergen Veterinary Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Best Glatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Best of the Best Home Repair . . . . . . . . 159
Bram Alster, D.M.D., PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Broadway Medical Supply Co. . . . . . . . . 126
Cake & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Campmor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Candid Eye Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Cantor Barbra Lieberstein . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
CareOne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
CareOne at Cresskill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
CareOne at Teaneck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Carly'z Craze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Carol Weissmann/Weichert Realtors . . . 158
Cedar Lane
Special Management District . . . . . . . 26
Cestaro's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Chai Ko Tapas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Chevra Kadisha Taharath . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Chilton Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Chopstix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Cohens Custom Table Pads . . . . . . . . . . 159
Comforcare Homecare &
Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Community Bank of Bergen County . . . . . 41
Creatively Yours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cresskill Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Daughter's of Miriam Center . . . . . . . . . 127
David Abend D.O. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Davis Saperstein & Salomon P.C. . . . . . 154
Deane Penn M.D.P.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Devorah Rosen Goldman . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Dovid's Fresh Fish Market . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins . . . . . . . 146
Eden Memorial Chapels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Elisabeth Morrow School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Elliot Steinberg/Weichert Realtors . . . . . 156
Emunah of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Englewood Eye Center, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 155
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center . . . 5
Eric S. Rosen D.P.M. . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 155
Esplanade at Palisades . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Fair Lawn Jewish Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Five Star Premier Residences
of Teaneck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Formals Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Foxs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Friedberg Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Furniture Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Garb Consulting Group . . . . . . . . . 154, 159
Gerrard Berman Day School . . . . . . . . . . 77
Ginger N' Cream & Ginger Kids . . . . . . . . 31
Glatt Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Globe Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Golden Dynasty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Greenberg & Lanz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Gutterman/Musicant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Hardware Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Harolds Kosher Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Harrys Carpets Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Heritage Pointe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Hollywood Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Holy Name Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Hope Quality Patient Care . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Hummus Elite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Israel Bonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
J.B. Di Silvio, M.S. D.M.D. . . . . . . . . . . 154
Jennifer Graf, LCSW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Jewish Center of Teaneck . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Jewish Community Housing . . . . . . . . . 131
Jewish Federation of Northern
New Jersey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 14, 57
Jewish Home Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . 11
Jewish Home at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Jewish Home at Rockleigh . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Kaplan JCC on the Palisades . . . 1, 81, 121
Karl's Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Kates Nussman Rapone
Ellis & Farhi LLP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Kearny Federal Savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Koren Publishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Kosher Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Kosher Nosh Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Louis Surburban Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Maadan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Madison Caterers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Marcias Attic for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
McGovern Garry LLC/
Michael J. Pucci CPA . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Michaels Car Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Miron Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Mount Moriah Cemetery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
New Earth Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Northeast Estate Brokers . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Northern Valley Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
NVE Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
New York Kosher Steaks . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Ohel Mental Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 47
Osem . . . . . 133, 138, 139, 141, 144, 146
Paramus Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Park Avenue Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Paterson Hebrew
Free Loan Association . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
PickleLicious . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Pink Ink Custom Calligraphy . . . . . . . . . 159
Riker Danzig Scherer
Hyland & Perretti LLP . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Ron Nathan Interior Design Group . . . . . . 38
Russo Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Sababa Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Save The Day Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Savvy Chic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Shalom Yeladim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Sephardic Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Spivak Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
St. Marys Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Sterling Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Sweets On Cedar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Teaneck Dentist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Teaneck General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Teaneck Locksmith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Temple Avodat Shalom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
The Berkshire Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
The Center for Spinal Disorders . . . . . . . 155
The Esplanade Chestnut Ridge . . . . . . . 129
The Fountain Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The Tallis Lady . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
The Valley Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Tofutti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Touro College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
V&N Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Vila Verde Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Village Homes Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
VPRIV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 62
Wayne Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Women's Digital Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Yeshiva University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Yofi Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Your Neighbor With Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Yummy Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Zadie's Kosher Bake Shop . . . . . . . . . . 144
Zohar Zamir/Sotheby's . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
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