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musings from the editor O
f course we remember their
first words.
For my youngest, Shaina, it was
Mama, to my delight.
For my oldest, Yehuda, it was Amen,
also to my delight.
But do we remember their first jokes?
Not too much.
But Yehuda does. His first joke, told
when he was about 6, What do you call
a jellyfishs belly button? A jelly belly!
Now that hes older and wiser, he has re-
written it somewhat.
Would have been better to say, What
do you call a jellyfishs stomach? he said.
Oh, yeah, I remember that one. That
was your first joke? I asked.
Yes, he said.
Rosette (the babysitter) laughed.
You, he deadpanned, were too busy.
Bah-dah-bum.
Fast forward to today and Yehuda and
nine other young comedians recently took
the real stage at Gotham Comedy Club in
Manhattan to do a stand-up routine that
they had spent two weeks, writing, rewrit-
ing, editing, rehearsing, and yes, laughing
over.
It was all part of the Kids N Comedy, a
program for budding comedians, or class
clowns looking for a legitimate outlet, or
just your above-average smart, funny
kid, who would rather tell jokes than play
basketball.
The student comedians range from
9 to 17 years old. They work with profes-
MissionStatement
About Our Children is designed to help Jewish families in our area live healthy, positive lives that make the most of
the resources available to them. By providing useful, current, accurate information, this publication aims to guide
parents to essential information on faith, education, the arts, events, and child-raising in short, everything that
todays Jewish family, babies to grandparents, needs to live life to the fullest in North Jersey and Rockland County.
AdvisoryBoard
Dr. Annette Berger, Psy.D. Jane Calem Rosen
Psychologist, Teaneck Marketing and Communications Specialist
Michelle Brauntuch, MS,CCLS Barry Weissman, MD
Child Life Specialist, Englewood Hospital, Englewood Pediatrician, Hackensack and Wyckoff
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sional comedians, get a chance to learn the
nuances of comedy, and have a blast. The
Kids N Comedy program runs throughout
the year. There is also a two-week summer
camp, which draws kids from all over the
country. This year there were twins who
commuted from Stamford, Connecticut.
Another year, there was a kid who came in
with his mother from Tennessee.
The program was the brainchild, and
is still run by Jo Ann Grossman, a Manhat-
tan woman who herself has no comedy
background, but does have a real apprecia-
tion for the smart and the funny, and her
husband, Stu, who has taught some of the
classes. They started out in 1996 and have
kept going.
For the summer camp and the pro-
grams during the year, the treat is the
show a performance on a real stage with
a real paying audience.
After an improv featuring all the kids,
the comics came out.
They were funny. Brave. Self-effacing.
Sharp. Smart. Nervous. Adorable, all.
They were observers of their teenage
worlds. School pressure. Parents. Peer
pressure. Acne. Angst. Social Anxiety.
Mothers. Fathers. Siblings. Trump. Star-
bucks. Popularity. Grades. Body Image. It
was a window into their teenage hearts
and minds, and they put themselves
out there.
Yehuda was third in the lineup.
He took the microphone and began:
My mother, he started, and then paused.
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Well, I only have five minutes so thats not
enough time.
Bah-dah-bum.
Okay the rest (by the way, that mother
joke was vetted and approved) was de-
lightful. An encounter in school. An en-
counter at Starbucks. And a riff on small
talk. We were a cheerleading team of
six Jeff, Shaina, and I, and three friends,
and Yehuda was terrific. The kvell.
To say I dont know where he gets it
from, I do. He gets his sense of humor from
his father, a very funny guy, who did dream
of stand-up comedy but wound up doing
something very serious professionally.
No matter what Yehuda winds up do-
ing, being funny and having a good sense of
humor always will serve him well. Theres
nothing like laughter, the best medicine,
and more.
And especially during these times, we
need to be able to laugh.
Wishing all a healthy, happy and sweet
new year, and a start of the school year
that will put a smile on your face.
Cheers.
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A Mothers New Perspective

For the New Year
Ruth Carmel

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top me if youve heard this one be-
fore.
A clueless first-time mom has a
lifelong habit of denial, so her two-year-
old cant possibly have a problem. Then,
okay, he has a problem, but it will fix itself
(like everyone tells her). Then she and
her husband get him diagnosed and its
something called PDD, which means Per-
vasive Developmental Disorder; at least
its not autism that seems to be sweeping
the nation.
Only, of course, it is.
Fast-forward and my son (call him
Cory) is a teenager. Not a regular teen,
but my beloved son, anyway. His speech
is a little stilted, and he gets annoyed if
he sees someone smoking on the street
(because it could kill you, so why would
you do it?).
Lifes not what it was supposed to be,
but maybe it was supposed to be much
more challenging, and what Im paddling
through is a sea of blessing. Who knows?
Im in a contemplative mood.
Rosh Hashanah is coming. For the not unchangeable. When you know what also found out about email groups of par- and I were disappointed but chose School
last few years, Ive made a note to my- to call a problem, you start asking ques- ents of special-needs kids. Night or day, B. Before the school year started, Cory
self before the holiday of what I should tions that lead to answers. I can ask any question or voice any fear, went to the summer program at School B.
request when praying for a good year. There have been plenty of missteps never having to sugarcoat my words, and Soon we realized it was the wrong place
The other day I checked out last years along the way. Early on, Cory was in a theres always a parent to listen, or share for him. Mid-August, I told Shannon, Co-
list and realized how much progress Cory mainstream nursery school. We were what she knows. rys speech therapist, how concerned I
has made. Not a moment too soon, either. looking for a special-needs setting but still 3. Feel as awful as you need to feel... was. She suggested I call School A again.
Id been feeling low. Some new medicine clinging to a secret hope that his issues up to a point. So youre not a pioneer. Whats the worst that could happen?
Cory is on thats not the hoped-for cure- would fix themselves. That episode was a Still, you are unique, and your childs is- she said. So theyll turn you down a sec-
all. It helps to remember that the last 12 disaster. But it showed me Cory needed a sues are unique to her. You dont have to ond time. Cory has come so far since the
months were, indeed, productive. school that was right for him, not one that adopt someone elses brand of optimism. winter. Try it. I called the admissions per-
Noticing the good stuff: Thats just fit some preconceived idea I had about Early on, family members would assure son at School A. To my shock, he told us
one thing Ive learned as the mom of a where a child of mine should be. An ego- me that things would be okay. Sometimes to come in. Cory was accepted, and spent
special-needs child. So in the spirit of the puncture can be a gift. thats exactly what I needed to hear. Other the next five years there.
season of renewal, here are five key les- 2. Get out there. This part is about times, I wanted to dig a hole and descend 5. Where we started: Let the positive
sons from me to you: showing up. The world is full of people to the bowels of the earth and disappear. catch your eye. Its easier to acknowledge
1. Face whats wrong head-on. With and ideas that can help you; meet it half- I eventually turned to therapy, and my the bad than accept the good. When your
apologies to the Rolling Stones, time is way. Dont isolate yourself. Go to lectures doctor also prescribed a little pharma- child struggles to do what should come
not on your side. Not if your child has about what your kid has. Network with ceutical help. I still get sad, at times, but naturally, you can find yourself so focused
a problem you need to address. When parents in his school. After Corys diag- its manageable. Im better at figuring out on helping him overcome his deficits that
Cory was born, he seemed normal. About nosis, I learned of a group at the local what will make me feel better, whether its you overlook his strengths. But dont.
a year later, he began to withdraw and JCC for parents of special-needs kids. The prayer, or a movie with a good friend, or Notice what your child can do that she
not make eye contact. My husband and first time I went there I was so sad, full reaching out to an online parents group, couldnt do a few years ago. Notice what
I were freaked out. We finally faced the of shame about my sons condition. And or rocky-road ice cream. he can do that normal kids cant. Step-
facts, months later than we should have, then I met these parents who had gone 4. Risk no. If you need something ping back and taking perspective reminds
and found a specialist to evaluate and di- through, more or less, what I was going for your child, keep trying to get it. When you theres something to celebrate.
agnose Cory. Having your fears confirmed through. It was so heartening to learn I planning for Cory to start kindergarten, Like Rosh Hashanah.
is terrifying. But sooner or later, you re- was no pioneer, that there were others I took him for an interview at School A.
mind yourself that a diagnosis is just a la- who had been where I was and could They turned him down, feeling he was Ruth Carmel is a nom de plume. She is a
bel, not a sentence. And, with Gods help, help me find my footing. Over the years I not ready for their program. My husband mother, writer and attorney.

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Sleep is so essential to a childs health and welfare.
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for our toddler to fall asleep without their parent in the room, we accurately diagnose and treat sleep disorders. During
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Studies show that as many as 25 to 40 percent of
children experience sleep difficulties such as stalling or
protesting at bedtime, difficulty falling or staying asleep,
or nighttime fears. If left untreated, these sleep problems
can become chronic and lead to difficulties with learn-
ing, memory and concentration, declining academic per-
formance, impulsivity/hyperactivity and poor emotional
control. A childs sleep problems can also disrupt the
family and create negative parent-child dynamics.
Proper sleep is essential to every childs growth and
development, said Kim Cahill, who leads the Behavioral
Sleep Coaching program. Through face to face meetings
and regular follow-up, we identify and eliminate the road-
blocks that interfere with quality sleep, so that a child
can feel great, have fun, learn more and perform their
best.
Fortunately, many sleep problems can be resolved
through behavioral sleep coaching. The underlying prin-
ciple of the approach is that healthy sleep is a learned
behavior. It is a process in which patients and their fami-
lies systematically introduce behavioral changes such
as developing a consistent sleep schedule and a regular,
relaxing bedtime routine. Families are involved at every
step of care to help children attain the foundations of
good sleep for the rest of their lives. Although each plan
of care is unique, treatment can generally be completed
tory and perform a physical exam. If there are medical
symptoms, such as snoring, increased body movements
during sleep or excessive daytime sleepiness that are
contributing to a childs sleep problems, the child may
first need specific medical treatment.
Dr. Zandieh is board-certified in sleep medicine, pe-
diatric pulmonology, and pediatrics. As a pediatric sleep
medicine specialist for more than 18 years, she has been
devoted to providing compressive care to children from
infancy to young adulthood.
Ms. Cahill has 17 years of experience in pediatric
sleep medicine and is licensed through the New Jersey
Board of Nursing and certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practi-
tioner through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
Patients may be referred to the Pediatric Sleep Dis-
orders and Apnea Center by their pediatricians, other
physicians, or parents may call directly to make an ap-
pointment. The center is credentialed with most major
insurance companies and sleep coaching services are
generally covered by insurance. Contact the center for a
list of participating insurance plans.
For more information about Valleys childrens ser-
vices, visit www.ValleyHealth.com and click on Pediatric
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menu at the top right of the page. To make an appoint-
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D r . St e p h a n i e Z a n d i e h
H
ere are some tips to help your child
sleep through the night offered by
Dr. Stephanie Zandieh, the direc-
tor of Pediatric Sleep Medicine at Valley
Hospital.
Develop an appropriate sleep
schedule with an early bedtime. Ironi-
cally, the more tired your child is, the
more times she will awaken during the
night. As such, be sure your child contin-
ues to take naps during the day and set an
early bedtime.
Introduce a security or love object
to your child. A transitional object, like a
stuffed toy, doll or blanket, helps a child
feel safe and secure when you are not
present. Help your child become attached
to a security object by including it as a
part of the bedtime routine. In addition,
try to include this object whenever you
are cuddling or comforting your child.
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vironment is the same at bedtime as it is
throughout the night, for example, lighting.
Put your child to bed awake. After
the bedtime routine, put your child into her
crib awake and leave the room. Remember,
the key to having your child sleep through
the night is to have your child learn to fall
asleep on her own, so they can put them-
selves back to sleep when they naturally
awaken during the night.
Have a method for checking. If your
child cries or yells, check on him or her.
Wait for as long or as short a time as you
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Teaneck Dentist recommends an electric
toothbrush and oral irrigation, such as
a water pick, and of course, for Bergen
County youngsters, nutritional fluoride
in the form of vitamins, since the water
in Bergen County does not have fluoride.
This is also the time of year to make
sure that childrens eyes are in good
health, said Dr. Steven D. Starkman, an
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They get their dental checks and
their shots to make sure they are nice and
healthy, but if they are not going to see
well, they are going to have problems in
school, said Dr. Starkman.
Dr. Starkman does a full eye exam to
make sure that visual function is optimal.
If a child needs corrective lenses or eye-
glasses his store carries a wide range of
child-friendly eyewear, including items
that can be customized right on the spot.
For contact lenses, Dr Starkman said, he
would only recommend them to young-
sters who are mature enough to handle
the hygienic responsibility of their use.
Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our
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About Our Children SEPTEMBER 2017 9


OurChildren
About
All Work and No Play
Make Mommy and Daddy No Fun
A d i n a S o c lo f
T
here is one great parenting skill that
beats all others, and that is the abil-
ity to be playful with our children.
Children love to play. They love being silly
and goofy but most of all they like when
the adults in their lives play with them.
They love it when their parents get down
to their level and are silly and goofy, too.
It might take some extra energy and cre-
ativity on our parts, but in the end, when
humor is used, we enjoy it too.
It is not all fun and games. The ben-
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And when we act playful, we are
teaching our children an invaluable life
skill: how to inject humor into our every
day lives. Life is tough, but a sense of hu-
mor can always help.
Joanna Faber and Julie King in their
book, How To Talk So Little Kids Listen,
outline some simple ways we can use
humor and playfulness to our advantage
when dealing with young children:
Clean up time:
Make it a game: Lets see how many toys
we can pick up in three minutes!
Make inanimate objects have feelings:
These toys are so sneaky! They dont
want to go into their boxes! Sneaky toys,
you cant hide from us! We are going to
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Play the incompetent fool: Where do
all these toys go? I know the dolls go in
the back of the pick up truck! Right? No?
They go in the red bin! I am so silly!
Sing: Putting on some of your kids fa-
vorite tunes or just singing the clean up
song can do wonders.
Morning rush:
Make it a game: Tell everyone they are air-
planes and they need to be ready for take
off at a certain time.
Make inanimate objects talk: Your
bed is saying that you are too heavy! He
wants you out right now! What you cant
hear him! Bed, you need to talk louder so
Eli can hear you!
Use silly voices and pretend: I am
your teacher, Mrs. M., I cannot teach you
in bed today. I am very sorry! How can we
color pictures when we are lying down in
bed! Our crayons will get lost under all
those covers. I need to teach you in our
classroom!
Play the incompetent fool: Oh my
goodness! Where can Sara be? I dont see
her getting dressed! Is she in her drawer?
In the toy box? Is she in the closet? She is
still in bed! Oh no!
Dinnertime:
Make inanimate objects talk and use silly
voices: Have the broccoli say, Dont eat
me! I dont want to be in your dark stom-
ach! or I am a pepper and I am very
tasty. I think you will like me!
Pretend: Have everyone imagine they
are at a tea party or eating with King and
Queen in a palace.
Play the incompetent fool: I am not
sure how to eat this! Where does this go?
How is this going to get into my stomach?
Through my ear?
Bedtime:
Make it a game: Tonight is inside out
night! Everyone needs to wear their paja-
mas inside out and sleep with their pillow
on the opposite side of the bed! Lets get
ready and go!
Make inanimate objects talk: Tooth-
brush- Ugh, I dont want to go into your
mouth. It is so wet and slimy in there. Do
I really have to?
Give silly choices: Should we sleep
upside down like bats or stand on one leg
like flamingos?
Pretend: Lets imagine we are out in
the woods and we are camping tonight.
Do you hear the owls hooting? Do smell
the campfire
Be creative and fun and most of all
enjoy playing youre your kids!
Adina Soclof is the director of Parent
Outreach for A+ Solutions, facilitating
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and
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Without Rivalry work- shops. She is avail-
able for speaking engagements. Check
out www.parentingsimply.com for more
information.
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Financial Institutions
Teaching Kids the Basics of Money
H E I D I M A E B RAT T
H
ow often have we heard the lament
that if only the ins and outs of mon-
ey were taught earlier to young-
sters they would be better off?
More than ever when daily transac-
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insertion of a chip on a card, where mon-
ey isnt seen as greenback dollars and
silvery coins, but rather as shiny plastic,
learning about money basics like budget-
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stepping up to the plate with education
and programs to help youngsters learn
about money early on. They offer youth
programs for savings, new checking ac-
counts with accompanying debit cards,
and Pay for A incentives that allow the
student clients to make money if they
make the grade.
For example, at Valley National Bank,
with branches in Fair Lawn, Englewood,
Wayne, and other locations, the bank has
a savings account geared for children,
which offers up to a $20 match (put in
$20, get $20) of the first deposit, and a
6-month promotional rate of interest, said
Thomasine Russo, director of marketing.
This account can be a statement sav-
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done away with passbooks, said Ms.
Russo, Valley has not discontinued them
because it helps the children watch their
savings grow.
We offer these programs to promote er dollar amount loans or a higher limit
the importance of savings for the future
and to help them on their way to build a
solid foundation, said Ms. Russo.
The bank also offers a teen checking
account that comes with a debit card to
help teenagers manage money.
At Visions Federal Credit Union, there
are programs for youngsters from birth to
23. Its Kirby Kangaroo Club covers chil-
dren 12 and under with their very first
savings account. The program includes a
savings passbook, ID card, savings bank,
special birthday card from Kirby, a kids
quarterly newsletter and a website/app
to play money-themed games. Youngsters
are encouraged to make deposits and ev-
ery time a child makes a deposit of $5 or
more they receive a prize. Kirby offers fun
parties throughout the year and invites all
club members. The parties are also free to
the community.
After members turn 13, they can grad-
uate to Visions SmartStart program. They
can open their first checking account, try
out a debit card, and take small dollar
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Additionally, Visions is involved with
financial literacy programs to members
of the community in those age groups as
well. The younger group would benefit
from the Save, Spend, Share program.
These classes are taught to religious
youth groups, scout troops, day camps,
and other special youth clubs and cen-
ters. Its widespread financial literacy pro-
gram starts around middle school and
continues through college. The presenta-
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a partnership with EverFi the program
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Also, Visions provides in-class presen-
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Tips for Teaching Money Smarts
Lay a foundation
Begin teaching your child financial literacy early on
through everyday conversations and choices at the
grocery store: If we buy this cereal, we cant buy those
cookies. This puts it at his level and plants seeds for
financial responsibility.
Make allowances
An allowance can teach your child how to earn, save and
become a wise consumer. First explore your philosophy
regarding an allowance: What will be required of my
child? What will the money be used for? And how much
will I give?
Brand a business.
Encourage your child to get involved in a business ven-
ture. This can be as simple as shoveling driveways for
neighbors or as elaborate as starting a pet-care business.
Venture creation teaches children how to use their inter-
ests and skills to earn money. If you own a business, find
ways to get your child involved in that too.
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lines for how it is
to be allocated,
such as the one-
third principle:
One-third goes to
savings, one-third
for charity and one-
third for spending.
As your child ma-
tures, consider add-
ing a fourth category for investing.
Set up savings.
Open a bank savings account for your child and provide
tangible experiences so he learns about the banking pro-
cess. Rather than using online banking or drive through
services, have him accompany you to the building, fill
out the deposit slip and hand it to the teller. Teach him
how to make adjustments to his bankbook and read
statements for interest earned on his account.
Investment opportunities.
As your child shows an interest, encourage him to buy
stocks in companies that produce products or services
he uses or is familiar with. Have him track their progress,
too.
Set sizable spending goals.
Help your child create spending goals for larger purchas-
es by writing down what he wants to buy and putting a
picture of the item in a visible location. Then help him
devise a plan: How much do I need to save to purchase
this item? How long will it take to save for it?
Communicate competent consumer skills.
Teach your child to make informed choices by exploring
Financial continued from page12
and what to do with your a paycheck, and life is a real-
ity events at some high schools. This program is meant to
show the students what expenses they will incur with their
first paycheck, and how the decisions they make can di-
rectly impact their well-being (i.e. spending all your money
on an expensive car may not leave you enough money to
pay for the insurance and gas).
At Greater Alliance Federal Credit Union, which has
branches in Paramus, Hackensack and Paterson, student
account holders in grades 9th through 12th can get $3
added to their accounts for every A grade that they re-
ceive, said Sheryline Ingersoll, director of marketing at
Greater Alliance Federal Credit Union.
In addition, new members up to 21 years old can re-
ceive a good return on their deposits, 3 percent on their
first $1,000. And, on the anniversary of their account
opening date, students get a gift card voucher as a token
of appreciation.
Greater Alliance also offers a youth checking account
program for 15 to 21- year-old students. They can open
the account with as little as $5 and there is no service
charge; they can write 50 checks for free and make 10
all the options: Can I find this item
on sale? Does it need to be new?
What other things could I buy with
this money? Also talk about the
reality of marketing: Will this
item make me as happy as the
children seem on television? Dis-
cuss delayed gratification too. If
an item costs more than five dol-
lars encourage him to think about
it several days before making the purchase. But let him
make the final decision, as even foolish spending will
teach him to be a wise consumer.
Provide a parallel on plastic.
A good way to introduce the concept of credit and debit
cards is through prepaid bankcards or gift cards as they
provide a finite amount of money but give children liber-
ty to make spending choices over time. Have your child
keep track of these balances and put a label on the back
of the card.
Foster philanthropic giving.
Encourage your child to give a portion of his earnings to
help those less fortunate as this teaches compassion and
civic responsibility. Dont dictate where or how much he
must give. Let him choose the organization. Remind him
that philanthropy encompasses giving of our time too.
Role model.
Talk with your child openly about money and let him
help with family finances by shopping for sales, clipping
coupons, comparing prices and checking receipts to
make sure you received advertised discounts. Let him
see you modeling these and other financially responsible
behaviors, too.
monthly transactions with no fee. Since beginning pro-
grams geared to young members, Ms. Ingersoll said,
Weve seen a real increase of our youth account mem-
bership. For other educational programs, Greater Alli-
ance partners with financial management organizations
to help its young members.
At Lakeland Bank, with branches in Teaneck, En-
glewood and throughout northern New Jersey, young-
sters can open a Young Savers Savings Account. The
account, a custodian account that is opened with a
parent, is good until a youth is 18 years old, and then
it becomes an adult account. The bank will match the
first $10 of a deposit.
Lakeland Bank also offers no-fee student checking
accounts for students 16 to 24 years old. The checking
account features online banking and e-statements and an
app that is compatible with mobile phones.
Ten years ago, banking on an app was the new-fan-
gled thing, now its the norm. Programs for youths also
have to address ATM safety and the importance of safe-
guarding their identity.
Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About Our Children.
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The 4 Biggie Essentials for Good Kid Behavior

A d i n a S o c lo f wake up in the morning, get dressed and get their back- behaving, poking the new baby, writing on the walls, or
packs ready to go. They need routines in the evening as not eating their meal.

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here are four basic needs that every child needs,
and if theyre not getting it that will negatively im-
pact their behavior. We need to make sure theyre
getting these needs met before we can do anything else.
1. Sleep
The first thing I ask a parent when they tell me that their
child is misbehaving is, Are they getting enough sleep?
And do they have a set bedtime? I often get quizzical
looks, as if it cant be as simple as that, but it often is just
that simple.
So many kids today are seriously sleep deprived and
research has shown that sleepy kids result in bad behav-
ior. It seems like a no-brainer but somehow we overlook
this. Additionally, children who have set bedtimes are
not only less whiny and cranky; they have a reduced risk
of obesity and score better on cognitive tests in reading,
math and spatial relations.
well: time to do homework, play on the computer, eat
dinner and get into bed.
You can involve your child and include his input.
When do you think the best time is for you to do your
homework?
If the bus leaves at 7:30, how much time do you
think you need to get ready in the morning? What time
should you wake up?
4. Attention
Children need their parents attention; it is critical to
their growth and development. They will try to get it any
way they can. So if a parent is not paying attention to
them, theyll resort to getting negative attention by mis-
Older children and teens may resort to more drastic mea-
sures when they dont get the attention they need from
their parents.
Spending time with our kids is key; even 10 minutes
a day of your undivided attention will make a huge dif-
ference in their lives. Greeting our kids when they come
home from school, sending them off in the morning, and
tucking them in at night is ideal.
Adina Soclof is the director of Parent Outreach for A+
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Doing Wonders for Girls Challenged with Cancer

H e i d i M a e B rat t including Orthodox women who helps them breathe easier. They come
wear wigs for religious reasons. The in, and they get that wig, and then

S
tylist and salon owner Lillian Lee has been doing
wonders for womens self-esteem for decades. Af-
ter all, the hair of her clients and the wigs that she
has styled for years at her eponymous shop is a womans
crowning glory.
So when an illness such as cancer and its accom-
panying chemotherapy treatments causes hair loss,
it is a feelingthat we should not know fromof a
one-two punch. For about a dozen years, Ms. Lee has
been softening that blow to women by offering free
wigs, which she styles, colors, and customizes to these
womenand to many young girlsthrough the char-
ity she founded, Do Wonders.
It really started by accident, said Ms. Lee, who
used to do her work from home. A friend of hers was
diagnosed with cancer and lost her hair during chemo-
therapy treatments. She had an unused wig and thought
to fix it up and offer it to her friend.
Her whole attitude changed, recalled Ms. Lee. I
went on a mission. But this all happened organically. It
was nothing I had planned.
Once her clientele learned about her effort to offer
wigs to women during their cancer treatments, there
was a groundswell of support from many of her clients,
donations started pouring in. Wigs
that were being retired would get a
new life through the deft and creative
touches from Ms. Lee. Reshaping the
wig, cutting and coloring, adding to
it, resizing it, she was able to breathe
new life into the wig, and had more
stock to give the women who needed
it most.
Aliza Fischman, who grew up in
Teaneck as Aliza Novogroder, took
up the cause with Ms. Lee and, her-
self handy with a wig, Ms. Fischman
helped in the effort to collect, style
and distribute the wigs. These days,
shes handling the fundraising ef- A girl feels like herself again thanks to
forts of the nonprofit, which got its Lillian Lee and Do Wonders.
legal footing and name from the enthusiastic clients who
wanted to support the effort.
Im so thrilled, honored and love being involved,
said Ms. Fischman. A parent comes in here so despon-
dent. Here is their child, who they love so much and
they have to fight cancer, which is bad enough. And
then there is the emotional hardship of how the other
kids will react.
Weve heard from so many parents that this just
they look like themselves. They can
go out and be a kid.
Ms. Lee will go into the hospital
for the girl if she is unable to come
into her salon.
Someone once asked me, What
are you getting out of this? I said, Do
you see that girl smiling. Its for that
smile. Ive been a stylist for 35 years,
and with Do Wonders, I feel like Ive
accomplished something. Ive discov-
ered my purpose and I am grateful
that my career can help so many peo-
ple. And I know I couldnt do it with-
out the support of this community.
And sometimes, Ms. Lee said,
the biggest gift is that when the girl
is done with her treatments, and done with her wig, she
returns it for another recipeient to wear. The girl, healthy
now, has her hair grown in. And then, she goes to Ms. Lee
for her first haircut.
Said Ms. Lee, The blessings are continuous.
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H E I D I M A E B RAT T
W
hats hot for fall? Fabrics that
are soft or ripped, vests that
set off an outfit, emojis of
course and those ever-lovable unicorns
are the sartorial must-haves for school and
synagogue for this autumn season.
Alene Brodsky Bloom, co-owner
with Wendy Borodkin of Carlyz Craze in
Carlyz Craze
Czin Optical
Marcias Attic for Kids
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Fall into Style
Teaneck, said that very big this season are
dresses, vests, and two-piece outfits. The
new styles come in a variety of fun fabrics
that are sparkly, metallic, or velvety soft.
Crushed velvet, that wonderful wrin-
kly, lustrous look popular in the late
1960s, early 1970s, has made a big come-
back, as has anything that is distressed
with holes, tears and rips, said Susan Sil-
verstein, the buyer for Marcias Attic for
Marcias Attic
for Kids
Marcias Attic for Kids
Marcias Attic
for Kids
Kids in Englewood.
Also big for the fall is the paint-splat-
tered look patches and appliqus from
roses to emojis, camouflage patterns in
traditional olive, as well as pink, blue,
gray and wine, and unicorns.
For boys, the rock n roll t-shirt never
seems to go out of style, and a shirt that
says something cute or smart to kick off a
conversation is what the guys are wearing.
Carlyz Craze
Marcias Attic
for Kids
OurChildren
About
To keep toasty, there are bombers
with fur lining and trim in colors such as
olive with hot pink trim.
For the tootsies, slides continue to
be popular, as do pom poms on footwear
and hi-top sneakers with side or back zip
for easy on and off, with metal stud trim.
Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of About
Our Children.
Marcias Attic
for Kids
Carlyz Craze
Carlyz Craze
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GENERATION G
Wild Ponies, Water, and Wildlife Wonder
E D S I L B E R FA R B er their origin, they remain Chincote-
agues most prized, but elusive, tour-
M
iles of windswept beach, trails and bike paths be- ist attraction.
hind dunes and coastal forests, and perhaps that The allure of Chincoteague was spe-
ultimate reward, the sudden appearance of wild cial for us because we were invited to
horses that roam the woods and wetlands of Virginias join our son, daughter-in-law and four
Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge on Assateague Island. grandchildren on a brief vacation there.
The horse story is not burdened by facts. Did they Grandpa, we want you and grand-
swim ashore from shipwrecked Spanish galleons? Were ma to come with us.
they let out to graze by 17th century settlers? Whatev- There would be two motel rooms for The authors grandson and his
catch.
eight people, four days supply of kosher
ART
food, a toaster oven and a small fridge.
No problem, we were assured. Each room had two
Lessons
Art of Excellence Studio
double beds, a sleep sofa and a large balcony that could
accommodate a pillow and some bedding if there was
no rain.
Unlock your Creativity with Classes in We arrived in two cars that we quickly unloaded,
Drawing and Watercolor then headed for the beach. Grandchildren ages 9 to 17
Structured Lessons - Relaxed Atmosphere romped like deer on the sand and breached the surf like
Fabulous Results!
dolphins. My wife and I maintained squatters rights in
Age 7 to Adult - All levels of ability
front of the dunes while Frisbees flew about us.
Art Portfolio Preparation Available
Then at the motel we settled in for dinner. There was
Artist, Rina Goldhagen 201-248-4779
www.artofexcellencestudio.com
a knock on the door. It was one of the beachcombers still
in bathing trunks, a grandson with a casserole fresh out
of the toaster oven.
Gymnastics and Silks What a handsome waiter, we remarked, and he re-
Fencing Princess Dance and more age 2-1/2 to adults
Dance Acting Musical Theater Voice Choreography
Cresskill paid the compliment by taking up residence that night on
our sleep sofa. His sister, not to be outdone, established
Performing Arts herself on our balcony.
The next day was for energetic biking. The bike shop
300 Knickerbocker Rd Cresskill had a variety of peddling vehicles a surrey for four, tan-
dem bikes for two, motorized mopeds. We each picked a
IMAGINE YOUR CHILD, traditional two-wheeler except the two oldest grandchil-
DANCING, SINGING, LEARNING dren who opted for mopeds. And off we went, over the
AND HAVING FUN IN THE ARTS! bridge to the wildlife refuge and the Marsh and Woodland
bike trails, then a detour to the beach and a plunge in
the waves.
The ocean had its attractions, but the bay was not
to be ignored. That meant fishing. In that pursuit we
were out of our depth but we went ahead anyway. First
a visit to Captain Mike, the Greek fisherman who runs a
bait and tackle shop in town. Not so fast, he says. We
need a local permit if were fishing off the pier, and of
course theres the state of Virginia fishing license, good
for a year. If youre under 17 you dont need one, but our
oldest grandson who just had his 17th birthday is too
righteous to stretch the truth by a few months.
Then the rental equipment a couple of rods with
spinning reels and the proverbial hook, line and sinker.
REGISTER NOW FOR FALL We fell for it as we hoped the fish would. A bucket to
Cresskill Performing Arts is having hold the many specimens to be caught, and finally the
a celebration for Back to School! bait, not just the inanimate lures that wouldnt fool any
We are offering Free Trial Classes sophisticated fish, but live bait, worms and minnows, a
our first week, September 11-16 true piscatorial feast.
Go to www.cresskillperformingarts.com We were all set, but where to? Mike directed us to a
to reserve your spot! pier, which, he said, was irresistible to every species in
the bay. After about an hour of casting, reeling, tangling
Questions? 201 266-8830 201 390-7513
and untangling lines, we pulled in a foot-long, grotesque
studio-info@cresskillperformingarts.com creature with fins like spikes.
www.cresskillperformingarts.com A dog fish, said one of the knowledgeable fisher-
18 ABOUT OUR CHILDREN SEPTEMBER 2017
men on the pier. Throw it back. Its not
very good eating.
Throwing it back was easier said
than done. We had to dislodge the hook
from its ravenous mouth without impal-
ing our fingers.
A few hours later when the tide
shifted and the bait almost gone, our
youngest grandson scored a triumph.
He landed a respectable looking fish of
a reasonable size. Of course we had no
facility for cleaning and scaling it, nor
could we cook it in the toaster oven at the motel, so af-
ter posing for a few pictures with his catch, he made the
grand gesture and gave it to one of the proper fishermen
on the pier.
The fishing expedition was gender-directed. Mean-
while my wife, daughter-in-law and granddaughter were
surveying the Chincoteague shops and arts and craft
displays. They passed up the hand-carved duck decoys,
which were considered national treasures, but were at-
tracted to the local jewelry creations bracelets, neck-
laces and earrings set with opals, turquoise and other
gemstones. Budget restraints prevailed, however.
The next day called for some serious hiking for my
wife and me. The Wildlife Loop was the trail of choice. It
looped miles around Snow Goose Pool with a side trip to
the marsh to see herons and egrets.
Hiking the Wildlife Loop under the August sun was
more of a challenge than my wife and I had planned.
We began to fade. Up ahead was a turnoff to the beach,
but no relief from the sun. We werent halfway around
the pond, which seemed to have grown bigger since
we began. Then three bikers arrived our son and two
grandchildren. They convinced us to turn back, and they
would meet us by car at the parking lot of the trailhead.
We were easily persuaded.
It had been a demanding day. After dinner desert
would be soft ice cream so we strolled over to Mister
Whippy on Maddox Boulevard where, after a vigorous
dispute, the kashrus was approved. There was a brilliant
sunset beyond the bayside waterfront. In the park was
a statue of the islands most famous resident, Misty of
Chincoteague, the wild ponys foal raised by orphan
children in Marguerite Henrys classic story.
Where was the herd? We had seen crabs and clams,
gulls and terns, even white tailed deer and the endan-
gered piping plover, but no sign of the elusive wild
horses. It was time to leave Chincoteague, but not be-
fore one last drive past the lighthouse and along Swan
Cove Pool where a flock of black ducks came swooping
down. Then suddenly, quietly, magically from the marsh
and the brush they emerged brown and white, dapple
gray, black and roan, along with foals and mares. It was
the Chincoteague farewell.
Ed Silberfarb was a reporter for the Bergen Record in New Jersey,
then the New York Herald Tribune where he was City Hall bureau
chief. Later, he was a public information officer for the New York
City Transit Authority and editor of one of its employee publications.
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GUIDE
to School-Year
Activities and Programs

AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
After-School Programs at Kaplen
JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-569-7900
www.jccotp.org/children
The JCC offers many after school programs
and classes for children ages 2 through
high school including art, science, cook-
ing, swim, sports, gymnastics, dance,
drama, music and more. Sports lovers
will be happy to know that CMEK, led by
basketball expert Chad Mekles, and Stavri
Tennis Academy, led by tennis expert Dean
Stravri, have joined our athletics team al-
lowing young sports lovers to learn from
two of the best coaches in Bergen County.
Cassie Romano and Eileen Stauber
Friendship Solutions LLC
141 Main Street, second floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
201-390-8017
Website: under construction
Friendship Solutions LLC is an after-school
social skills program that works with stu-
dents and teens between the ages of 4-18.
The programs are designed to work with
wide range of students including those
who have been diagnosed with an autism
spectrum disorder, Aspergers, ADD, ADHD
and generally those who encounter so-
cial challenges in their every day lives. A
wide range of strategies are implemented
to help participants learn, practice and
acquire skills that will help them become
more successful in social settings. Please
see our ad on page 21.
Kids Club
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1467
www.jccotp.org/Kids-club
Grades K through 6
After-school pick-up service and child care
Program. We provide doorto-door trans-
portation from most schools to the JCC,
get children settled with a snack, have
teachers on hand to offer homework help
in English and Hebrew, and have special
activities and monthly mitzvah projects.
If you register your child for afterschool
classes you can save $25 and well escort
them to class! Its a terrific place for your
child to unwind with lots of games and
books, open playtime in our fabulous gym
and playground, and a fun lounge to relax
in with friends. A great way to end the day!
Save big with our new bundle package:
save 10% when you register for Kids Club,
vacation programs, and summer camps.
Kids Club Hours: September to June, Mon-
Thur and seasonal Fridays, after school to
6 p.m. Contact Leron Bensoussan at 201-
408-1467 or LBensoussan@jccotp.org.

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Celebrating our 31st Anniversary!! GUIDE to School-Year Activities and Programs
Gymnastics
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programming as well as our large array
401 Market Street - Nanuet, NY of Caregiver & Me classes and Gan Henel
(845) 623-2553 www.Tumble-Beegymnastics.com Outdoorsa 10-week summer camp with 201-391-8329
a twist! Please see our ad on page 29.
The Leonard & Syril Rubin
Nursery School
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1436
www.jccotp.org/nursery-school
We offer a warm, child-centered preschool
At Glen Rock Jewish Center, for ages 3 month-kindergarten. Our school
follows a progressive curriculum rooted in
we have so much to offer... Jewish values that empowers each child to
become a confident learner through play &
hands-on experiences. We focus on social/
Kulanu - a dedicated class for Our curriculum includes instruction in emotional, cognitive, physical and language
students with special needs conversational Hebrew (Ivrit BIvrit), growth. We strive to enrich each childs
prayers, Israel, trips and special world through exposure to language arts,
Our Gan class for children in science, reading and math readiness, mu- nurseryschoolTBS@gmail.com
Kindergarten meets twice monthly programs along with art, music, cooking,
sic, art, Judaic programming, physical edu-
on Sundays yoga, computers and family education to cation and swimming. For convenience, the
enrich our students experiences school offers various day options including
extended 7:30 a.m.6 p.m. day program, full
To register and for more information about
day and half day. Open enrollment, space
tuition fees and curriculum, please contact permitting. Schedule your tour today! Con-
office@grjc.org or 201-652-6624. tact Devin Zukofsky, Early Childhood Direc-
tor, at 201-408-1430 or zukofsky@jccopt.org.
682 Harristown Road Glen Rock, NJ 07452
201-652-6624 www.grjc.org Infant Toddler Program
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1436
www.jccotp.org/infant-toddler
Dynamic Hebrew School - age 5 to grade 12 Newborn to 2 years
The JCC Infant Toddler program offers
Inclusive youth group program classes designed to enable parents and
their infants and toddlers to socialize in
Flexible 5-day per week 2-year old class a fun, supportive and educational envi-
ronment. Children, parents and teachers
Traditional 3 & 4-year old program with after all have the opportunity to explore and
school options discover through play, art, and music.
Parents also have the opportunity to dis-
Mom & Tot cuss developmental stages and family life
A free class for children issues, as well as participate in discussion
groups led by professional facilitators. The
birth to 2 years old with Center also features a Mommy/Baby play-
a caregiver/parent every
group. Visit jccotp.org/infant-toddler for
Thursday at 9:30 am. class schedules and details. Contact Elissa
Yurowitz at 201-408-1436 or eyurowitz@
jccotp.org.
Temple Beth El Nursery & Religious
Schools
221 Schraalenburgh Road
Call us for information Closter, NJ 07624
201-768-2195
201-891-4466
www.tbenv.org
585 Russell Ave., Wyckoff, NJ Ages 18 months to 5 years
20 ABOUT OUR CHILDREN SEPTEMBER 2017
Rabbi Beth Kramer-Mazer/Director
of Education
We are a wonderful place for children to
learn and grow. We provide a safe and stim-
ulating environment, which promotes posi-
tive learning experiences, builds strong
self-esteem and nurtures inherent curios-
ity. Jewish identity is enhanced through
celebration of Shabbat and the holidays.
Please see our ad on page 24.
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
Valley Early Childhood Program
(ECP)
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Email: cheryl@tepv.org
Director: Debbie Wasserman
ECP Admin: Cheryl Mazen
www.tepv.org
Ages: 24
Pre-school for children ages 2-4 as well as,
after-school enrichment programs. New
and exciting things are happening. Each
child feels special at our ECP. Our love of
Judaism shines through in all we do. Please
see our ad on page 22.
The Nursery School
at Temple Beth Sholom
228 New Hempstead Road
New City, NY 10956
845-638-0830
www.tbsrockland.org
Mommy and Me through pre-K
At the nursery school at Temple Beth Sho-
lom we provide a warm, nurturing, enrich-
ing, developmentally appropriate environ-
ment. We encourage a spiritual connection
to our Jewish identity and promote strong
Jewish values through our mensch pro-
gram. Please see our ad on page 19.
Temple Beth Rishon
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
201-891-4466
www.bethrishon.org
The Andrew Friedland Early Childhood
Learning Center at Temple Beth Rishon
is committed to providing a wide range of
religious, educational, cultural, and social
experiences for young children and their
families. A passion for Jewish learning is
evident in our ourishing preschool and
experienced teaching staff. Our newly
renovated state-of-the-art education wing
provides the perfect environment for suc-
cessful learning under the guidance of our
full time Director, Hillary Posner. Building
relationships within the Temple Beth Ris-
hon community is the glue, which ensures
the strength and longevity of our temple.
Our Mom & Tot is a free class open to chil-
dren less than 2 years old with a caregiver!
Beginning with a flexible 5-day per week
2-year-old class, TBR is the perfect early
school experience for all children whose
families seek small classes, seasoned,
caring teachers and a focus on tradition.
Please contact us at 201-891-4466 or visit
us at www.bethrishon.org. Please see our
ad on page 20.
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Temple Sinai Early Childhood Center
1 Engle Street
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-568-6867
www.templesinaibc.org
Ages: 14 months6 years
Where fun and learning go hand in hand.
Devoted, long-term teachers. Developmen-
tal philosophy. Full, half and day options
for all families. 7:30 to 6 p.m. and new kin-
dergarten class for fall. Please see our ad
on page 31.
ENRICHMENT
Cantor Barbra Lieberstein
201-788-6653
cantorbarbra@aol.com
www.cantorbarbra.com
Cantor Barbra tutors bar/bat mitzvah can-
didates weekly in their homes in Bergen
County as well as Rockland County, NY.
Lessons are usually 45 minutes to 1 hour.
The majority of the lesson time is spent
learning how to read in Hebrew and the
prayers that the student(s) need(s) to
know for his/her special day. The remain-
der of the time includes Torah, Jewish
holidays and what it means to be Jewish.
At the initial meeting with the parents
and student(s), she will discuss the books
that will be used, the prayers that will be
taught, a chesed project that relates to the
students Torah portion, the bar/bat mitz-
vah ceremony itself along with a tutoring
agreement. In addition, Cantor Barbra will
take the time to get to know the student(s)
and learn his/her interests. The bar/bat
mitzvah ceremony can be conducted at
the facility of your choosing. Cantor Bar-
bra, who is compassionate and patient,
will tailor the ceremony according to each
childs needs. Cantor Barbra is also an offi-
ciant at bar/bat mitzvah ceremonies, baby
namings and weddings. Also a certified
cantor with more than 12 years of pulpit
experience. Please see my ad on page 21.
EMEK
Israeli Language and Culture
Program
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Grades Pre-KGrade 10
Welcome to Emek the only program
that brings everyday spoken Hebrew into
every childs life in fun and creative ways.
Imagine a hands-on Hebrew educational
program that will allow your children to ex-
perience all the wonders of Israel without
having to fly there! Well, guess what? It al-
ready exists, right here at the JCC! Learn all
about Israeli culture and heritage, history,
customs, holidays, and songs and stories
with Israeli Hebrew speaking teachers who
specialize in teaching standard Hebrew
as a second language. The children sing,
dance, talk, bake, listen to music, learn and
create and absorb Hebrew at the same
time by engaging in activities that activate
all their senses. Visit jccotp.org/emek or
call Anat Hecht, 201-408-1469 or ahecht@
jccotp.org or Aya Shechter at 201-408-1427.
Israeli Scouts
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 East Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Ages 8 to 18
The Tzofim meet every Sunday at the JCC
to share in games, discussions, projects,
camping trips, holiday celebrations, mu-
sic, sports and many other fun activities,
including sleep away camp experiences
where they hike and take part in scouting
activities. Veteran scouts, ages 15-18 serve
as counselors for younger members, ages
8-14. The program is conducted in Hebrew
and currently has more than 100 members.
New members are always welcome. For
more information, call 551-574-0330.
Sunshine Pottery
260 Grand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631
201-541-5559
www.sunshinepotterynj.com
Ages 2 and up
Creative, fun entertainment and self-ex-
pression happens at Sunshine Pottery in
Englewood where little and big kids can
enjoy a plethora of activities from painting
pottery, to making mosaics, to hand clay
building, to painting pictures, and even
painting cool, glow-in-the-dark black light
pictures on canvas. Sunshine Pottery was
established five years ago and has been
shining fun in the area ever since. Among
its specialties are birthday parties. Cant
come to the studio? No worries. The ac-
commodating staff will bring a Sunshine
party to you. There is plenty of free park-
ing. Please see our ad on page 24.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Berger Learning Group, LLC
31-11 Broadway
Fair Lawn, NJ 07601
201-742-5298
www.bergerlearning.com
Ages: 18 months to 16 years
BLG provides a range of Applied Behavior
Analysis (ABA) services for children with
special needs. Our ABA programs address
cognitive, social-emotional, play, and self-
help skills, as well as language/communi-
cation and behavioral challenges through
a positive behavioral approach. Please see
our ad on page 24.
The Guttenberg Center
for Special Services
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1489
www.jccotp.org
The Special Services Department at the
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades offers more
than 65 weekday, Sunday and monthly
programs for individuals with disabilities
and their families. Included are special
life skills and vocational programs for in-
dividuals with developmental disabilities
and for classes for children and teens with
autistic spectrum disorders, developmen-
tal, learning and communication disorders.
Mainstreaming and inclusion opportuni-
ties are provided where appropriate. Some
activities include: social skills classes and
groups, academic enrichment, computer
classes, yoga, cooking for kids, teens and
adults, fitness training, creative movement,
music therapy, art therapy, recreation and
leisure activities, community trips, Super
Soccer Starsand much more! Open to
JCC members and nonmembers. Contact
Shelley Levy at 201-408-1489 or slevy@
jccotp.org
One Step Forward LLC
201-972-6318
www.abaonestepforward.com
Ages 0-21
One Step Forward offers top-notch
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA
Therapy) in the comfort of your home
by qualified, skilled and trained BCBAs
and ABA Therapists. Here at One Step
Forward you and your child are top
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this. Please see our ad on page 21.
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411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1448
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The acclaimed Come Play With Me offers
the best combination of experiences and
nurturing to provide the very young child
a strong foundation for learning. Using a
framework of discovery, the class includes
circle time, gross motor opportunities,
playtime, music, & snack. Wednesdays
9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please see our ad on
page 22.
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
Valley Parenting Center
Toddlers To Be
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
201-391-8329
Email: cheryl@tepv.org
Director: Debbie Wasserman
ECP Admin: Cheryl Mazen
www.tepv.org
Toddlers 18 months through 24 months &
Parents Program: Children will participate
in playtime, circle time, art experiences,
snack, story time, music and movement.
Wednesdays 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. 10-week
session: September to December. Call for
specific dates. Toddlers To Be will gradu-
ally transition to become On My Own (a
separate class) in January. Please see our
ad on page 22.
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
Valley Parenting Center
Lecture Series
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
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Email: cheryl@tepv.org
Director: Debbie Wasserman
ECP Admin: Cheryl Mazen
www.tepv.org
A lecture series for families with young
children discussing a variety of topics that
are timely and informative. These talks will
be interspersed throughout the year. Call
for specific details. Please see our ad on
page 22.
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
ValleyMitzvah Makers
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel: 201- 391-0801
E-Mail: Margie@tepv.org
Director of Congregational Learning:
Rabbi Shelley Kniaz
School Administrator: Marjorie Shore
www.tepv.org
For 3 year olds (drop off) we offer Mitzvah
Makers, a Sunday morning group from 10
a.m. to 11 a.m. Call for specific dates. It is
facilitated by an early childhood profes-
sional. The program is designed to engage
and instill in young children the joy of Ju-
daism, with emphasis on Jewish Holidays.
You are also welcome to attend our very
child-friendly Early Family Shabbat service
once a month Friday at 6:00 p.m. Mitzvah
Makers is open to the greater Jewish com-
munity for a small $54 fee to cover snacks
and supplies. Registration is required.
Please see our ad on page 22.
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack
ValleyClub Katan
87 Overlook Drive
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Tel: 201- 391-0801
E-Mail: Margie@tepv.org
Director of Congregational Learning:
Rabbi Shelley Kniaz
School Administrator: Marjorie Shore
www.tepv.org
For 4 year olds, Club Katan is an innova-
tive monthly program. It focuses on Jewish
observances and family customs through
storytelling and crafts, songs, and games.
The club meets on designated Sundays,
September through May. Call for specific
dates. You are also welcome to attend our
very child-friendly Early Family Shabbat
service once a month Friday at 6:00 p.m.
Club Katan is open to the greater Jewish
community for a small $54 fee to cover
snacks and supplies. Registration is re-
quired. Please see our ad on page 22.
ARTS & PERFORMING ARTS
Black Box Studios
Black Box Performing Arts Center
201-357-2221
www.blackboxpac.com
5 to Adult
The areas only professional theater and
performing arts school combo! Collabora-
tive theater workshops for all ages and ex-
perience levels. Email Matt@blackboxnj.
com or call 201-357-2221. Please see our ad
on page 26.
Cresskill Performing Arts, Inc.
300 Knickerbocker Road, Suite 1100
Cresskill, NJ 07626
201-266-8830, 201-390-7513
www.cresskillperformingarts.com
Ages 2 to adult
studio-info@cresskillperformingarts.com
www.cresskillperformingarts.com
Watch your child soar in the arts! Cresskill
Performing Arts specializes in small
classes, great teachers, and a nurturing,
inclusive, non-competitive environment.
All kinds of dance: Ballet, Pointe, Varia-
tions, Floor Barre, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical,
Contemporary, 5 levels of Modern. Aerial
Silks, Hammocks & Lyra classes. Gym-
nastics Jazz, Tap, Acting, Musical Theater
Production. Early childhood: Dance Begin-
nings, Ballet Beginnings, Jazz Beginnings,
Broadway Beginnings. Fencing Lessons.
New! Silks & Hammocks classes for age 6
through adults. Rhythm Works Integrative
Dance for children with learning differenc-
es and special needs. Dance companies
perform for local charities and fundraise
for autism and the homeless. Birthday par-
ties, age 3teens: dance, acting, art, Legos,
fencing, pajama parties, princess parties.
Please see our ad on page 18.
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The JCC Dance School
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
201-408-1495
www.jccotp.org/dance
The JCC Dance School offers the highest
standards of dance education in a fun, nur-
turing environment. Its goal is to inspire
students to appreciate dance as a form of
expressive communication and features a
professional staff that follows a creative
and progressive curriculum that allows
students to build their skills and grow as
individuals with confidence and pride.
Classes include ballet, jazz, tap, Hip-Hop
and Lyrical, as well as audition preparation
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services
play & social skills
cognitive skills
language/communication
behavior: tantrums, eating, toileting
Email: info@bergerlearning.com
31-11 Broadway Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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and musical theater dance. The school also
features a Dance Company that performs
in venues such as Six Flags, malls and nurs-
ing homes. Contact Allyson Carolan at 201-
408-1495 or acarolan@jccotp.org.
JCC Thurnauer School of Music
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1465
www.jccotp.org/thurnauer
The JCC Thurnauer School of Music is a
vibrant music community offering private
music lessons, group classes and ensem-
bles including chorus, orchestra and jazz.
All of our classes are taught by nurturing
and distinguished faculty and everyone
for children with autism,
developmental delays
and behavioral challenges
variety of classes that develop acting and
musical theater skills, specialty classes, ad-
Diane Berger, MA, BCBA, Director
vanced training/workshops and perform-
(201) 742-5298
ing groups. We also offer individual train-
For more information, please visit
www.bergerlearning.com
260 Grand Ave.
Englewood, NJ
201.541.5559
enjoys frequent performance opportuni- Progressive Dance Studio
ties throughout the year. Classes begin 27 S. Van Brunt Street
September 24 and JCC membership is not Englewood, NJ 07631
required to sign up. To schedule a tour, call 201-894-1333
201-408-1465. www.progressivedancestudio.com
The JCC School of Theater Arts Established in 1987 by Jolene Perry, Pro-
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades gressive Dance Studio offers dance in-
Taub Campus struction for students age 2 to adults, from
411 E. Clinton Avenue beginners to advanced students including
Tenafly, NJ 07670 professional dancers. Classes include Acro,
201-408-1492 Contemporary, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Creative
www.jccotp.org/drama Moment, Point, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Tots in
The JCC School of Theater Arts offers a Tutus and even offers adult dance classes.
dynamic, comprehensive theater program Students are exposed to performances,
of classes, workshops and performance competitions, international events and
opportunities for preschoolers through private coaching. In addition, Progressive
adults. It is designed to develop talent and Dance Studio has a variety of Mommy &
imagination while building confidence, self- Me Classes including the home of Music
image, and the joy of performing. Whether Together. The studio is also available for
you are a beginner or a seasoned profes- Birthday Parties and private events. Pro-
sional, on stage or backstage, the School gressive Dance Studio is located at 27 S.
of Theater Arts has a class for you! There Van Brunt Street in Englewood, N.J. 201-894-
are early training classes for little ones 1333 or visit www.progressivedancestudio.
that will fill their world with imagination, a com. Please see our ad on page 30.
The Performing Arts School
@bergenPAC
1 Depot Square
Englewood, NJ 07631
ing and coaching. Contact Deb Roberts at 201-482-8194
201-408-1492 or droberts@jccotp.org. bergenpac.org/education
Ages 3 months to 21 years
Temple Beth El Of Northern Valley
NURSERY SCHOOL
Full-Day (7:30am-6pm)
Programs With Before & After Care Options
Programs For Mommy & Me (Toddler Time)
Fully-Equipped Classrooms,
Indoor Play Space & Outdoor Playground
Curriculum Developed by Early Child Educators
Excellent Teacher-To-Child Ratios
Day & Evening Tours Available
No Membership Required
Contact Director of Education:
Rabbi Beth Kramer-Mazer
E-mail: educator@tbenv.org
201.768.2195
ACCREDITED FOR
QUALITY EDUCATION
FLEXIBLE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Innovative Jewish Learning & Living
MEETS ONCE A WEEK!
Personalized learning model for grades 3-6
Choose from individual, family and community activities
Individualized teacher mentoring to guide your learning
ASK ABOUT OUR AWESOME K-2 PROGRAMS, TOO!
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Northern New Jerseys premier arts educa-
tion program offering classes in dance, mu-
sic, and theater for all ages, and opportu-
nities to perform on the bergenPAC stage.
Classes are also available for students with
special needs. Please see our ad on page 9.
Rina Goldhagen
Art of Excellence Studio
7-01 Manor Avenue
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
201-248-4779
Artofexcellencestudio@gmail.com
Ages 7 through Adult
Art of Excellence Studio. Lessons in Fine
Art. Drawing and Watercolor. Private Art
Lessons, Structured lessons, relaxed at-
mosphere, fabulous results. Art Portfolio
Preparation Available Experienced Artist/
Trained Educator. Please see our ad on
page 18.
SCHOOLS
Academies at Gerrard Berman
Day School
45 Spruce Street
Oakland, NJ 07436
201-337-1111
www.ssnj.org
21 months to 8th grade
Academies at GBDS is a non-denomina-
tional Jewish Day School serving families
with children ages 21 months to 8th grade.
Academies focus on leadership, STEAM,
and Performing Arts. Dual curriculum with
a strong emphasis on love of Israel and
Jewish peoplehood. Please see our ad on
page 25.
SINAI Elementary at Joseph Kushner
Hebrew Academy
110 South Orange Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
862-437-8000 x8190
www.sinaischools.org
Grades 18
Elementary-Middle School for children with
a wide range of complex learning or devel-
opmental disabilities. Inclusive, yet individu-
alized to fit each students social, emotional,
and academic needs. Recognized for educa-
tional excellence; Middle States Associa-
tion of Colleges and Schools accreditation.
Please see our ad on page 25.
SINAI Elementary School at
Rosenbaum Yeshiva of North Jersey,
including the Riva Blatt Weinstein
Judaic Studies Program
666 Kinderkamack Road
River Edge, NJ 07661
201-262-4202
www.sinaischools.org
Grades: 18
Elementary-Middle School for children with
a wide range of complex learning or devel-
opmental disabilities. Inclusive, yet individu-
alized to fit each students social, emotional,
and academic needs. Recognized for educa-
tional excellence; Middle States Associa-
tion of Colleges and Schools accreditation.
Please see our ad on page 25.
SINAI Schools Rabbi Mark and Linda
Karasick Shalem High School at
Torah Academy of Bergen County
1600 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-862-0032
www.sinaischools.org
Grades: 912
Functional academic high school program
preparing boys with developmental dis-
abilities for rich and productive adult lives.
Integrates pragmatic Judaic and secular cur-
ricula with community awareness and voca-
tional studies. Inclusive, yet individualized
to fit each students social, emotional, and
academic needs. 18-21 year olds move on to
our Shalem High School at Heichal HaTorah.
Please see our ad on page 25.
SINAIs Rabbi Mark and Linda
Karasick Shalem High School
at Maayanot Yeshiva High School
1650 Palisade Avenue
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-833-4307 x 249
www.sinaischools.org
Ages:1421
Functional academic high school pro-
gram preparing girls with developmental
disabilities for rich and productive adult
lives. Integrates pragmatic Judaic and
secular curricula with community aware-
ness and vocational studies. Inclusive, yet
individualized to fit each students social,
emotional, and academic needs. Please see
our ad on page 25
SINAIs Maor High School at Rae
Kushner Yeshiva High School,
including the William Solomon
Judaic Studies Program
110 South Orange Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
862-437-8000 x 8190
www.sinaischools.org
Grades: 912
Academically rigorous program for high
schoolers with academic/social challeng-
es. Inclusive, yet individualized to fit each
students social, emotional, and academic

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needs. Recognized for educational excel-
lence; Middle States Association of Col-
leges and Schools accreditation. Please see
our ad on page 25.
SINAIs Rabbi Mark and Linda
Karasick Shalem High School at
Heichal HaTorah
70 Sterling Place
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-335-0633 x4
www.sinaischools.org
Ages: 1821
High school for boys ages 18-21 who have
developmental disabilities, focusing on
preparing them for adult life. Offers a func-
tional academic program that integrates
pragmatic Judaic and secular curricula
with community awareness and vocational
studies. Please see our ad on page 25.
Solomon Schechter Day School
of Bergen County
275 McKinley Avenue Milford, N.J.
07646
201-262-9898 ext. 213
www.ssdsbergen.org
3s through 8th Grade
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen
County (SSDS) is a nationally accredited,
Jewish day school that cultivates the next
generation of global leaders through an
inquiry-based educational approach. Now
Fall 17
Registration
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Ages 5 to Adult
The cast of this summers Heathers The Musical:
High School Edition, featuring teens ages 13-19
Black Box Performing Arts Center (GPS: 290 Walraven)
200 Walraven Drive Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-357-2221 www.blackboxpac.com
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in our 43rd year, SSDS is anInternational
Baccalaureate (IB) candidate for the Mid-
dle Years Programme with a newly estab-
lished Design Thinking Lab and Middle
School robotics course. Our school inte-
grates a rigorous dual STEAM (science,
technology, engineering, art, and math)
curriculum with Jewish values, and pro-
vides a nurturing environment guided by
award-winning educators. We offer Suzuki
Violin and chess, musical theater and yoga,
an organic teaching garden, a Zeiss micros-
copy lab, and a digital media center for Ho-
locaust studies. On-site day care, extended
day, and robust after-school activities pro-
gram offered. Contact Sarah Sokolic in our
admissions office at 201-262-9898 x203 or
admissions@ssdsbergen.org to learn about
our program. Please see our ad on page 23.
Solomon Schechter School
of Westchester
555 West Hartsdale
Hartsdale, NY 10530
914-948-8333
www.schechterwestchester.org
Schechter Westchester offers the best of
modern education in a joyful, nurturing,
traditional Jewish community. Rigorous ac-
ademics K-12; state-of-the-art engineering
and entrepreneurship, athletics, and arts
programs, and outstanding college place-
ment. Among the top rates of parental sat-
isfaction and student retention nationally.
Please see our ad on page 26.
RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS
Congregation Adas Emuno
Religious School
254 Broad Avenue
Leonia, NJ 07605
201-592-1712
www.adasschool@gmail.com
Grades: Kindergarten through confirmation
Our religious school provides a welcom-
ing and inclusive environment for children
to experience the study of Judaica and
Hebrew in the context of a Reform Jewish
education. Our Rabbi, Cantor and teaching
staff bring a high level of commitment and
enthusiasm each Sunday morning during
the school year and our parents provide
support through their participation in spe-
cial programming and events. Registration
is ongoing. Contact Cantor Sandy Horow-
itz, Religious School Director. Please see
our ad on page 28.
The Bergen County High School
of Jewish Studies
475 Grove Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
201-488-0834
Sunday Phone Number: 201-410-9105
THINK Schechter Westchester
Schechter Westchester offers an
enriching academic environment,
nurturing Jewish community,
state-of-the-art engineering
and entrepreneurship programs,
athletics and arts activities, and
outstanding college placement.
www.THINK.SchechterWestchester.org
AN INDEPENDENT K-12 COED JEWISH DAY SCHOOL
www.bchsjs.org
Ages 12-18/Grades 8-12
BCHSJS is a weekly academic and social
program for ALL Jewish teens. Each Sun-
day session includes three elective cours-
es and a bagel break, with opportunities
for community service, college course
credit and letters. Frequent school trips
and ovenights help foster lifelong friend-
ships. Please see our ad on page 28.
Congregation Shaarey Israel
Hebrew School
18 Montebello Road
Montebello, NY 10901
www.ourjewishlearning.com
Ages 5 through 12
Rabbi Elchanan Weinbach,
Educational Director
The Hebrew School at Shaarey Israel in Mon-
tebello is dedicated to enriching the lives of
Jewish children through meaningful Jewish
learning experiences, and strives to foster
a love and connection to Judaism that will
last a lifetime. Our experiential learning
curriculum is engaging, rewarding and fun,
and is designed to meet the needs of all chil-
dren between the ages of 513 years young.
Small groups and individualized attention
allows us to cater to your childrens learn-
ing style and thereby maximize their learn-
ing potential. All of our students use iPads
OPEN
HOUSES
Lower School (K-5)
NOVEMBER 12, 2017
30 Dellwood Road
White Plains, NY | 914.948.3111
Middle School (6-8)
DECEMBER 3, 2017
555 W. Hartsdale Avenue
Hartsdale, NY | 914.948.8333
High School (9-12)
OCTOBER 29, 2017
555 W. Hartsdale Avenue
Hartsdale, NY | 914.948.8333
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provided by the school to make learning
more engaging and differentiated. Most im-
portantly, we want each child to want to be
here and love receiving a Jewish education.
Our classrooms are warm and welcoming
and informal spaces, furnished with tables
and area rugs instead of desks. Our two
core curriculum areas are Hebrew language
and Jewish values. In addition, enrichment
activities include: music, fine arts, filmmak-
ing, creative dramatics, cooking and Israel
studies. We have learning centers for arts
and Hebrew literacy. For more information
please call Rabbi Weinbach at 845-770-4191.
Please see our ad on page 27.
Glen Rock Jewish Center
Hebrew School
682 Harristown Road
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
201-652-6624 (phone)
201-652-6628 (fax)
www.grjc.org
Grades: Kindergarten through 7th grade
Number of students enrolled: 125
Contact: office@grjc.org
Registration deadline: Sept. 17, 2017
Glen Rock Jewish Center is now register-
ing for Hebrew School for September 2017.
Classes from kindergarten through grade
7. Our curriculum includes instruction
in conversational Hebrew (Ivrit BIvrit),
prayers, Israel, trips and special programs
along with music and family education to
enrich our students experiences. We also
offer Kulanu, a dedicated class for students
with special needs, music, library, art,
cooking, yoga, and more The class meets
on Sundays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Students
are involved in all Hebrew School activities
including Jewish customs and celebrations
(including bar/bat mitzvah), music, library
and more. Please see our ad on page 20.
Jewish Community Center
of Paramus/
Congregation Beth Tikvah
304 East Midland Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
201-262-7733
edudirector@jccparamus.org
Ages 413
Award-winning Hebrew School offers edu-
cational opportunities for children aged
413. Our Sunday School offers classes for
Pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade stu-
dents. 4th7th grades attend on Sundays
and Tuesdays. Use of our computer lab en-
hances the students Hebrew proficiency.
Individual tutoring is available. Children
in 6th7th grade engage in online instruc-
tion with educators in Israel in real time! An
amazing opportunity. The Hebrew School
curriculum includes prayer, Bible studies,
Israel and Holocaust studies, Jewish val-
ues, holiday appreciation and celebration.
This is all geared to strengthening the chil-
drens Jewish identity and connection to
the community here and in Israel. Family
programs engage parents in learning along-
side their children. Trips and special activi-
ties round out the school year! The Hebrew
School, along with the Cantor, prepares the
children for bar/bat mitzvah that can be
celebrated in either a traditional or egali-
tarian setting. A free monthly program,
Sunday Specials, is offered for children
ages 4 to 7 as well as a four-week Taste of
Hebrew School mini -session for this same
age group in the spring term. Please see
our ad on 22.
Jewish Youth Encounter Program
1600 Queen Anne Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-833-JYEP (5937)
www.JYEP.org
Grades 37
The JYEP is a pre-bar/bat mitzvah Hebrew
school for children in grades 37, which,
in addition to the traditional classroom in-
struction of Bible and holidays by young
and vibrant teachers, matches each child
with a tutor/mentor. Our JYEP staff di-
rected by Dr. Debby Rapps is committed
to creating an environment where each
child is individually nurtured to his or her
own strength in a warm, creative, meaning-
ful and stimulating environment. We offer
Bar and Bat Mitzvah training in the higher
grades, where each child is mentored indi-
vidually by a Big Brother/Sister regardless
of the level at which they enter. Please see
our ad on page 3.
Shomrei Torah
30 Hinchman Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
973-696-2500
LearningDirector@ShomreiTorahwcc.org.
Remember your Hebrew School
days? This is not it. Come to Shomrei
Torah and see how Religious School
has changed! You will be pleasantly
surprised! The learning is innova-
tive, the staff is enthusiastic, and our
students arrive eagerly to meet with
friends and learn in a pleasant and
nurturing environment. Register your
PreKindergarten7th Grade child for
Shomrei Torahs innovative and partici-
patory Religious School where Jewish
learning and Jewish community meet!
Our youth groups are second to none.
Contact Judith Kuper Jaffe, Director
of Congregation Learning and learn
how Shomrei Torah is the right fit for
your whole family! Come for a tour,

Hebrew ScHool Your KidS

will want to Go to
Congregation Shaarey Israels
Hebrew School is like no other!
Innovative, Tech-Centered, Hands-on learning
combined with iPad-based Hebrew instruction

Students ages Our program offers one day of instruction

5-13 learn to read (Tuesday) and a second optional day of
and speak Hebrew experiential learning, and features:
at their own pace. iPad-enhanced learning for all students
We love Israel Kid-centered Bat and Bar Mitzvah
and so will your preparation and projects, working directly
family! with Rabbi Weinbach
Our students love STEM Projects Jewish and Israeli Music
and understand Drama Cooking Video production
Jewish living Optional Hebrew Immersion program

with so much learning and fun,

your child will want to go every day!
Congregation Shaarey Israel Hebrew School
Montebello, NY
For more information call 845-770-4191,
or visit us on the web www.OurJewishLearning.com
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a week in two locations, scheduling is flexible.
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CourtSense Training Center
The Soccer Coliseum at Teaneck Armory has helped
children of all levels to enjoy the beautiful game. Top
instruction fall, winter, spring. Adult and Youth leagues,
185 Court Street, Teaneck, NJ 201-833-1741 Tenafly Racquet Club
summer camps, too. Please see our ad on page 29.
9-10 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ 201-797-0330 195 County Road
Tenafly, NJ 07670 Tumble-Bee Gymnastics
www.icanj.net chessdirector@icanj.net
201-569-1114 401 Market St.
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156 West Main St. Nanuet, NY 10954
Bogota, NJ 07630
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Activities and Programs
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950 Preakness Avenue kindergarten through seventh grade. builds strong and loving relationships

Fall Classes Starting at bergenPAC Performing Arts School

Wayne, NJ , 07470 The students learn using digital tools between students, families, faculty,
973-595-6565 such as tablets, smart boards, and and clergy. It builds a foundation of
online classes with teachers in Is- knowledge and skills in Jewish texts,
New religious school concept. Reli- rael. There are hands on programs history, ethics, culture, Israel, Torah
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dance, theater, music, musical theater, Music Speaks, in the performing arts for students ages 2 months to
and private instruction. Options are available for all 21 years old.
Like us on Facebook. The most critical age for developing an
age ranges and ability levels. In-house registration is The Performing Arts School offers basic and pro-

TEMPLE EMETH
Wednesday, Sept. 3 and Thursday Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. fessional level performing arts classes and ensemble
identity and attachment to ones religion,
to 7 p.m. For on-going registration contact 201-503-8326
or education@bergenpac.org. Visit www.bergenpac.
groups and productions in theater, dance, and music
for students of all ages. The school also offers beyond
culture and roots is during adolescent time,
Back-to-School Time!
facebook.com/jewishstandard org/education for schedules.
The Education program at bergenPAC features a se-
bergenPAC, a school Partnership Program with school
districts throughout the area.
the period of age 13 to 17
32 ABOUT OUR CHILDREN SEPTEMBER 2014
-- Preeminent Jewish Sociologist Steven M. Cohen

The Bergen County High School of Jewish Studies

Put your child in the picture
Engaging academic & social programs
at Temple Emeth Religious School. in an environment that supports
Free for first-year K-2 students and Jewish self-discovery and lifelong Jewish identity
then FREE for members! For All Jewish Teens in Grades 8 12
Sundays, 9:30 a.m. 12:45 p.m.
Call (201) 833-8466 for your private tour.
Temple Emeth is now supported by members voluntary pledges. NEw & ProSPECTivE STudENT oriENTATioN
You choose your contributions. Sunday, September 10, 9:30 11:30 a.m.
TEMPLE EMETH 1666 WINDSOR ROAD TEANECK, NJ 07666 53 S. woodland Street, Englewood
201-833-8466 www.emeth.org www.facebook.com/emethreligiousschool/ www.bchsjs.org 201-488-0834

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o Montebello Jewish Center Religious School Jewish community in our children. Please see our ad on tion to Judaism and instill a sense of purpose and pride in stu-
34 Montebello Road page 19. dents. With a well-trained, dedicated staff, full time learning
s Montebello, NY 10901 specialist and music teacher, we blend formal and informal
Temple Emanu-El of Closter learning in multi-sensory, station based classrooms. Students
Contact: Cantor Michelle Rubin 180 Piermont Road,
845-357-2430 ex.103 enjoy regular interaction with the clergy and special projects
Closter, NJ 07676
y www.montebellojc.org/ and programs. Highlights include learning about Jewish holi-
201-750-2959
Grades K7 www.templeemanu-el.com days and traditions, practicing acts of Hesed, how to pray
Ages 5 to 13 in a synagogue service, connecting to Israel, creating Jewish
The MJC Religious School provides our students with a
e friendships, feeling proud of Judaism, reading Hebrew, study-
nurturing and fun school environment, which fosters an At Temple Emanu-El children experience Judaism tangibly,
r ing Torah, Mitzvot and Jewish values and understanding Is-
enthusiasm and love for Judaism and a commitment to emotionally and intellectually. We foster a life-long connec-
- raels past and present. Please see our ad on page 19.
life-long Jewish living and learning. We are dedicated to
educating our youth to be knowledgeable, responsible,
and participatory Jews. Our students attain a strong Jew-
ish identity, Judaic literacy, knowledge of Tefillah and most
importantly, a love of Judaism. With their strong Jewish
identity and knowledge base, our students feel comfort-
able walking into any synagogue or Jewish environment.
Students learn in a warm and embracing environment
through a newly enhanced hands-on learning program,
classroom work, experiential and individualized learning,
a monthly Shabbat school, a Family Shabbat program and
- more! We strive to create an environment that is inspiring
and prepares our children with the essential values, ideals
and traditions for practicing Judaism in our ever-changing
world. The MJC Religious School offers a FREE Kindergar-
, ten class. Please see our ad on page 29.
Orangetown Jewish Center Religious School
, 8 Independence Avenue
Orangeburg, NY 10962
845-359-5920, ext. 110
www.theojc.org
Kindergarten through high school
Orangetown Jewish Center, a vibrant Conservative Syna-
gogue located on the Bergen/Rockland border, is accept-
ing enrollment for our exciting Religious School. Programs
available from Kindergarten through Bar/Bat Mitzvah, with
an innovative middle school curriculum and active award
winning social and educational high school programming.
Mid-week classes only, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Special
needs accommodations and resources offered. Free Kin-
dergarten. For more information please contact our Edu-
cational Director Sandra Peck-Borowsky and visit our web
site. Please see our ad on page 31.
Temple Beth Rishon
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481 Identity. Community. Knowledge.
201-891-4466
www.bethrishon.org Our children love being Jewish...Do yours?
Temple Beth Rishon is committed to providing our mem- Come join us, call today (845) 357-2430
bers of all ages with a wide range of religious, educational,

Montebello Jewish Center

cultural, and social experiences. A passion for Jewish learn-
ing is evident in our ourishing preschool, religious school,
and adult education programs. Our newly renovated state-
of-the-art education wing provides the perfect environment A vibrant Conservative Egalitarian community
for successful learning. Our adult programs offer meaningful
opportunities for Jewish living, life-long learning, thought- Montebello Jewish Center Religious School 34 Montebello Road
ful discussion and leadership. We enjoy observing holidays Montebello, NY 10901
together at Temple Beth Rishon, which include celebrations Fun and interactive programs focusing on Jewish literacy
Visit us at:
ranging from festival meals to candle lighting ceremonies to Warm and caring teachers
carnivals to national Israeli holidays. Building relationships www.Montebellojc.org
Individualized, differentiated and experiential learning
within the Temple Beth Rishon community is the glue, which New member incentives and waived building fund
ensures the strength and longevity of our temple. Please
contact us at 201-891-4466 or visit us at www.bethrishon. FREE KINDERGARTEN AVAILABLE
org. Please see our ad on page 20. Joshua S. Finkelstein, Rabbi
Michelle Rubin, Cantor &
Temple Beth Sholom Religious School
228 New Hempstead Road Education Director
New City, NY 10956 Dr. Alan Plumer, President
845-638-0770
Grades K through 12
www.tbsrockland.org Join us for: FREE BBQ and Shabbat Alive Services: Friday, September 8th beginning at
tbsreligiousschool@gmail.com
5:30 PM. Community Yizkor Service, Saturday September 30th, at 4:00 PM
Temple Beth Sholom Religious School is located in New
City, Rockland County, N.Y. Our objective and most im-
portant goal is to develop a powerful and strong sense of

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www.jccotp.org/aquatics
AFTER-SCHOOL ATHLETICS The JCC offers Water Babies and Parent/
Toddler Swim Classes for parents of chil-
dren 6 months to age 2; Red Cross Swim
After-School Swim classes for all-level swimmers beginning at
at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades ages 3; a competitive swim team for chil-
Taub Campus dren and teens ages 517, Lifeguard Train-
411 E. Clinton Avenue
ing Courses for ages 15 and up, and private
Tenafly, NJ 07670 instruction. Contact Kathleen Costantini at
201-408-1473
201-408-1473 or kcostantini@jccotp.org.
BALLET CONTEMPORARY JAZZ HIP HOP
TAP ACRO POINTE THEATER JAZZ MODERN
BALLROOM (AGES 7 & UP) ADULT CLASSES
2, 3, & 4 YR OLD PROGRAM
All Ages All Levels
Ask about our
Birthday Parties!
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After-School Athletics
at The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Taub Campus
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, NJ 07670
201-408-1476
The JCC offers a progressive curriculum
where your child will love building his/
her sports skills. Classes offered in all
sports including basketball, soccer, ten-
nis, gymnastics, volleyball and Tae Kwon
Do, with private instruction available. The
JCC also features a travel basketball league
for grades 312. This year CMEK, led by
basketball expert Chad Mekles, and Stavri
Tennis Academy, led by tennis expert Dean
Stravri, have joined our athletics team
allowing young sports lovers to learn from
two of the best coaches in Bergen County!
Contact Keri Thoren at 201-408-1476 or
kthoren@jccotp.org.
Bounce U
The Ultimate Party and Play Experience
70 Eisenhower Drive
Paramus, NJ 07652
201-843-5880
www.bounceu.com/paramus
150 Clearbrook Road
Elmsford, NY 10523
914-874-5200
www.BounceU.com/elmsford-ny
Call to Register!
201-894-1333
WWW.PROGRESSIVEDANCESTUDIO.COM
27 S. Van Brunt St Englewood, NJ 07631
424 Market St.
Nanuet, NY 10952
845-623-5400
www.bounce.com/nanuet-ny
Preschool to adults
Now with three locations, in Paramus, NJ,
Elmsford, NY and Nanuet, NY, Bounce U is a
party place for families and friends to share
memories that will last a lifetime. All parties
and events completely PRIVATE for you and
your guests. 2 Giant bounce stadiums. 12 in-
credible inflatables. Plus the new Beam 30
game Floor attraction. Cosmic Bounce-Glow
parties. Check out our open bounce and pre-
school play date schedule on line. Kosher
available. Please see our ad on page 3.
Ice Vault Skating Arena
10 Nevins Drive
Wayne, NJ 07470
973-628-1500
www.icevault.com
All ages
The Ice Vault has various activities for kids
of all ages. Various activities include pub-
lic sessions, hockey clinics, hockey teams,
figure skating, free-style, Learn to Skate
programs. Birthday parties are also avail-
able. Please see our ad on page 31.
Building Confidence and
Creativity for 38 years!
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Tumble-Bee Gymnastics
401 Market Street
Nanuet Mall South right in your backyard!
Nanuet, NY 10954
845-623-2553
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For Children 16 months to Pre-K
Celebrating our 31th Anniversary, Tumble-Bee Gymnastics of- Exceptional, developmentally appropriate
fers Private Birthday Parties and programs for boys and girls, early childhood curriculum
ages 10 months to 12 years. Our preschool program offers ex-
citing weekly lessons and theme weeks. We are the only gym High teacher to child ratio creating
in our area since 1995 to teach the nationally recognized Fun a warm, nurturing environment
& Fit Gymnastics after school programs for children entering
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standards in education, health and safety
Outdoor playgrounds with water play fountains
for unlimited fun
ENROLL FOR Wide selection of enrichment classes
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One Engle Street Tenay, NJ 07670
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1. It was a fun-filled summer for the campers and the
staff attending Camp Regesh, which this year moved
into new grounds in Old Tappan.
2. The final chinuch (learning) activity at Camp
Moshava Bair in Paramus was helped along by Camp
Moshava IO, which lent a 32-inch x 32-inch map of
the Old City of Jerusalem along with 40,000 pieces of
Legos for a major construction project.
3. Big Idea, one of the many specialty camps at
Neil Klatskin Day Camps at the Kaplen JCC on the
Palisades helped young, tech-minded campers create
cool projects and have summer fun at the same time.
4. The Performing Arts School at bergenPAC
presented its eighth summer musical, West Side Story,
to its biggest audience yet. More than 80 talented
32 ABOUT OUR CHILDREN SEPTEMBER, 2017
teenagers from across the region put on three
performances on the bergenPAC stage this summer.
5. Daniel Raykher, son of Gregory and Daphna
Raykher, longtime prominent donors of Bris Avrohom,
Hillside, recently celebrated his bar mitzvah. He
decided to use his bar mitzvah money to purchase
tefillin for the Israeli soldiers at the army base near
Gan Yavne. From left, Rabbi Mordechai Kanelsky,
executive director, Bris Avrohom, Daniel Raykher and
Gregory Raykher.
6. Summer camp is all about being outside and
having fun at the Early Childhood Program (ECP) at
Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley. The children
experienced a petting zoo right in their own backyard
during summer camp. Boy, did the kids love the
animals.
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CO M P I L E D BY H E I D I M A E B RAT T

Kid Crush-Proof
and Stylish Specs Shopkins Live! Shop It Up!
Unbreakable
childrens eye-
Comes to bergenPAC
glasses? You The #1 kids toy in North
can grab them America is live and on stage in
by the handle, Shopkins Live! Shop It Up! at
rip them off bergenPAC. The Shoppies make
your face, fling their theatrical debut in an origi-
them across nal new live show featuring musi-
the room, and cal performances by Jessicake,
nothings going Bubbleisha, Peppa-Mint,
to happen, said Rainbow Kate, Cocolette, Polli
optometric physi- Polish and more. The fun and
cian Dr. Steven D. fashionista Shoppies are joined
Starkman, owner by the Shopkins the grocery
Czins Optical. Dr. store-themed mini collectable
Starkman is not toys - Apple Blossom, Strawberry
recommending this, but simply describing the near-indestructibility of the Nanovista Kiss, Lippy Lips, Kooky Cookie,
brand of eyeglasses he carries at the Teaneck store. The Nanovista frames are made Poppy Corn, Slick Breadstick and
with a silicone hinge that can convert to sports goggles and take a child from the Shady Diva. An ensemble cast of
classroom to the ball field. Dr. Starkman carries several other hi-tech and kid-friendly multi-talented performers brings the show to life on stage through urban style music,
frames, including the lightweight iGreen frames, which come in an array of customiz- song and dance. Thursday, September 28, 6:30 p.m. bergenPAC, 30 N. Van Brunt
able colors, and the EasyTwist metal frames, which can be twisted like a pretzel but St., Englewood, 201-227-1030, www.bergenpac.org.
pops back into shape. Czin Optical, 489 Cedar Lane, Teaneck. 201-836-9199.

Savannah Guthrie & Rodins The Thinker

Allison Oppenheim And More at the Met
Marking the 100-year anniversa-
Princesses Wear Pants ry of the death of artist Auguste
Rodin, The Metropolitan Museum
NBC Todays host Savannah Guthrie of Art in Manhattan will celebrate
and educator Allison Oppenheim will its collection of the artists work.
be at Books & Greetings in Northvale Nearly 50 marbles, bronzes,
to meet and greet the fans of their plasters, and terracottas by Rodin
first childrens book, Princesses Wear will be displayed. The exhibition
Pants. In their debut childrens picture will feature iconic sculptures such
book, Ms. Guthrie and Ms. Oppenheim as The Thinker and The Hand
have created a story that celebrates of God, as well as masterpieces
fashion and girl power. Princesses such as The Tempest that have
Wear Pants challenges gender stereo- not been on view in decades.
types through its protagonist, Princess Paintings from The Met collec-
Penelope Pineapple, who gets the tion by some of Rodins most
job done while staying true to herself. admired contemporaries, includ-
She shows girls that its not how they ing Claude Monet and Pierre The Tempest by Auguste Rodin
look, but what they do that matters. Puvis de Chavannes, will be pre-
Wednesday, September 13, 5 to 6 p.m. sented along with the sculptures. Metropolitan Museum of Art,1000 Fifth Ave.,
Books & Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Manhattan, 800-662-3397, www.metmuseum.org.
Northvale. 201-784-2665.

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The Good Life With Kids

SEPTEMBER
To Add Your Event to Our Calendar
Send it to:
Calendar Editor
About Our Children
New Jersey/Rockland Jewish Media Group
1086 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666 AboutOCaol.com
or fax it to: 201-833-4959
To Our Readers: This calendar is a day-by-day schedule of events. Although all information is as timely as we can make it, its a good idea to call to Deadline forOctober issue (published September 22):
Tuesday, September 12
verify details before you go.

Wednesday, September 6 Sunday, September 23

Preschool Story Time: Children 3 to 5 years
old are invited to the Teaneck Librarys preschool
story time. From 3 to 4 p.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201-837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Performing Arts School Open House: The
Performing Arts School at bergenPAC will hold
a two-day daylong Open House on Wednesday,
Sept. 6 and Thursday, Sept. 7. New and returning
students can try out free trial classes in music,
theater and dance. Preregister at www.bergenpac.
org/education/openhouse. bergenPAC, 1 Depot
Square, Englewood. 201-482-8194.
Friday, September 8
Family Shabbat Service in Closter: Temple Beth
El in Closter invites the community to join us for
a Back to Shul Family Service at 6:45 p.m. All
are welcome. 221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter.
201-768-5112.
Sunday, September 10
Studio Art at the Jewish Museum: Families
explore themes in this drop-in art workshop.
Paint, draw, sculpt or craft a work inspired by the
exhibitions. From 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 3 and older.
Free with admission. The Jewish Museum, 1109
Fifth Ave., Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.
thejewishmuseum.org.
Open House at Kaplen JCC: The Kaplen JCC on
the Palisades will hold an Open House from 1 to
4 p.m., where members and guests can sample
some of the classes, take part in the Thurnauer
School of Musics instrumental petting zoo, enjoy
moon bounce, nursery school playgrounds,
tumble room, balloonologist, face painter, glit-
ter tattoos, roaming entertainers, giveaways and
discounts. Also enjoy the water park, gym, pools
and adult and fitness centers. Taub Campus,
411 E. Clinton Avenue, Tenafly. 201-569-7900,
cschulter@jccotp.org.
Dig Drop-In at the Museum: Kids discover
a passion for ancient artifacts in The Jewish
Museums simulated archaeological dig. From
noon to 3 p.m. Ages 3 to 10. Free with admission.
The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave., Manhattan.
212-423-3200, www.thejewishmuseum.org.
See Performing Arts School Open House,
Wednesday, September 6
See Cresskill Performing Arts, Monday, September 11
Pre Rosh Hashanah Sweet Shoppe: Children
welcome to this event at noon. The Rosh
Hashanah Sweet Shoppe features all natural
honey to create fabulous desserts to herald a
sweet year. Chabad of Passaic County, 194 Ratzer
Road, Wayne, 973-694-6274973-694-6274,
www.jewishwayne.com.
Monday, September 11
Free Trial Classes at Cresskill Performing
Arts: Just in time for back to school Cresskill
Performing Arts is holding free trial classes for
the week of Sept. 11 through Sept. 16. Classes
include but are not limited to ballet, acting,
gymnastics, jazz, aerial silks, musical the-
ater, hammocks & lyra and more. Go to www.
cresskillperformingarts.com to reserve your spot.
Cresskill Performing Arts, 300 Knickerbocker Rd
#1100, Cresskill, 201-390-7513.
Wednesday, September 13
Preschool Story Time: Children 3 to 5 years
old are invited to the Teaneck Librarys preschool
story time. From 3 to 4 p.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201-837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Saturday, September 16
Selichot in Closter: Film, food and forgiveness.
Selichot service at 7 p.m. Following the pro-
gram, designed to encourage contemplation and
reflection for the high holidays, will be dessert.
Open to the community. Temple Beth El, 221
Schraalenburgh Road, Closter. 201- 768-5112,
office@tbenv.org.
Sunday, September 17
Studio Art at the Jewish Musuem: Families
explore themes in this drop-in art workshop.
Paint, draw, sculpt or craft a work inspired by the
exhibitions. From 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 3 and older.
Free with admission. The Jewish Museum, 1109
Fifth Ave., Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.
thejewishmuseum.org.
CTeen Kickoff Event: Inviting Jewish teens 8th
grade and up to this backpack packing event.
Come pack up school supplies to be distributed
to students in North Jersey who are in need of
the items. Chabad of Passaic County, 194 Ratzer
Road, Wayne, 973-694-6274973-694-6274,
www.jewishwayne.com.
Wednesday, September 20
Preschool Story Time: Children 3 to 5 years
old are invited to the Teaneck Librarys preschool
story time. From 3 to 4 p.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201-837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Thursday, September 21
Apples and Honey Family Service: Songs bless-
ings, cake and apples and honey for a sweet year
service for Rosh Hashanah. 4 p.m. Glen Rock
Jewish Center, 682 Harristown Road, Glen Rock.
201-652-6624, office@grjc.org
Tashlich in Glen Rock: The casting off tradition
performed on the afternoon of Rosh Hashanah
will take place at 5:30 p.m. Glen Rock Duck Pond
off Prospect St., Glen Rock. For more information,
201-652-6624, office@grjc.org.
Rosh Hashanah in Woodcliff Lake with Matty
Roxx: The Young Family Service will be led
by Jewish educator and musician Matty Roxx.
Through song and spirit, Matty Roxx will make
the holiday meaningful and enjoyable. Services
are 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Also on Friday, Sept. 22.
Matty Roxx will also be at the Yom Kippur ser-
vice. Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley, 87
Overlook Drive Woodcliff Lake, 201-391-0801,
Temple Emanuel at execdir@tepv.org
Young Family Rosh Hashanah in Closter:
Temple Beth El in Closter invites the community
to attend High Holy Day Family Service for Young
Children at 3:15 p.m. Tashlich at Demarest Duck
Pond at 4:30 p.m. No tickets required. Services at
9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. require tickets. Temple Beth
El, 221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter. 201-768-
5112. www.tbenv.org.
Studio Art at the Jewish Museum: Families
explore themes in this drop-in art workshop.
Paint, draw, sculpt or craft a work inspired by the
exhibitions. From 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 3 and older.
Free with admission. The Jewish Museum, 1109
Fifth Ave., Manhattan. 212-423-3200, www.
thejewishmuseum.org.
Wednesday, September 27
Preschool Story Time: Children 3 to 5 years
old are invited to the Teaneck Librarys preschool
story time. From 3 to 4 p.m. No registration
required. Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck
Road, Teaneck. 201-837-4171, www.teaneck.org.
Wednesday, September 27
An Apple a Day Mommy & Me: Apple treats
and activities, a visit from Susan Apple, Nurse
Manager, Pediatrics and NICU, and Jeff Bienstock,
M.D., Pediatrician, will provide tips for your little
one and answer your questions. Dorothy B. Kraft
Center, 15 Essex Road, Room K1#3, Paramus
email: thrive@valleyhealth.com. Please include
the first name and age of your child/children.
Thursday, September 28
Shopkins Live! at bergenPAC: The No. 1 kids toy
in North American is live and on stage at Shopkins
Live! Shop It Up! The ensemble takes the stage at
6:30 p.m. at bergenPAC, 30 N. Van Brunt Street,
Englewood. 201-227-1030, www.bergenpac.org.
Saturday, September 30
Yom Kippur in Glen Rock: Yom Kippur conclud-
ing service at 6 p.m. Glen Rock Jewish Center,
682 Harristown Road, Glen Rock. 201-652-
6624, office@grjc.org.
Young Family Yom Kippur Service in Closter:
Temple Beth El holds a Family Service for Young
Children at 2:30 p.m. and afternoon/Yizkor/Neilah
Service at 3:30 p.m. These services are free
and open to the community. No tickets required.
Please contact the Temple office for ticket infor-
mation for the services at 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
221 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter. 201-768-5112,
www.tbenv.org.
See Sunday, September 10, Open House at
Kaplen JCC

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Simchas
B'nai Mitzvah
ALEXANDER MCGUIRE
Alexander McGuire, son of Sarah Monchar and James McGuire and brother of Jacob and
Daniella McGuire, celebrated becoming a bar mitzvah on Shabbat, August 19, at Congregation
Beth Sholom in Teaneck.
DANIELLA MCGUIRE
Daniella McGuire, daughter of Sarah Monchar and James McGuire and sister of Jacob and
Alexander McGuire, celebrated becoming a bat mitzvah on Tuesday, August 22, rosh chodesh
Elul, at Congregation Beth Sholom in Teaneck.
5K for Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps
and Young Israel of Teaneck
Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance
Corps (TVAC) and Young Israel of
Teaneck (YIOT) are joining together
for YIOTs 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk,
which promises to be a great com-
munity event.
On Sunday, Sept. 10, from 9 to
11 a.m., you can walk or run our 5K
through the Country Club section
of Teaneck. All are welcome to join,
from experienced competitive run-
ners, to those who simply want to
walk.
There will also be a Family Run for
children. No running experience is need-
ed. The event will support two commu-
nity organizations: Teaneck Volunteer
Ambulance Corps and The Young Israel
of Teaneck. Join the race. Join in the fun-
draising before the race begins. Friends
Documentary Filmmaking For Teens
One River School of Art + Design in Engle-
wood and Allendale moves its mission to
transform art education by introducing
one of the most ambitious curriculum ad-
ditions an extensive Teen Documentary
Filmmaking class that will culminate in
One River Schools very own New Jersey
film festival next summer.
Enrollment is now open at One River
Schools Bergen County locations, in En-
glewood and Allendale, for a nine-month,
three-course series, which provides teen
students with an immersive experience
into the fundamentals of filmmaking and
storytelling. The young filmmakers will
screen their individual short documen-
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Books That Bolster Social Skills
A trio of books by Rifka Schonfeld, director of S.O.S,
Strategies for Optimum Success, helps teach social
skills to children and teenagers. Social Skills Around
the Clock is a graphic depiction organized by two-
page spreads that portrays a before and after sce-
nario of acquiring social skills. The message is clear.
Social Success Dynamics 2 a sequel for teens
and adults to Ms. Schonfelds earlier Social Success
Dynamics is a useful and comprehensive workbook
for professionals and parents, which covers areas
from empathy, anxiety, organization and friendship
and conversation. Ms. Schonfeld has served the Jew-
ish community for more than 30 years as an educator
and social skills specialist.
Friendship Solutions Now Forming Groups
Friendship Solutions, a new after-school social skills
program for students in Hackensack, will launch the
week of September 18 and will continue forming groups
until mid-October. The brainchild of Eileen Stauber and
Cassie Romano, both experienced board certified be-
havior analysts with Bergen County Special Services,
students 4 to 18 years old who, because of varying rea-
sons, have social skills deficits, will learn social skills
in a fun and supportive environment, said Ms. Stauber.
These students will increase their social skills and im-
prove the quality of their lives. For more information: Friendship Solutions, 141 Main St.
Second Floor, Hackensack. 201-390-8017, friendshipsolutionsllc@gmail.com
PARTY
and family can donate money through
your personal fundraising page to sup-
port you and this event.
To register, www.teaneckambulance.
org, click on Donate and follow links to
the 5K page.
tary films in both a local movie theater, 973-661-9368
and globally in a branded online environ-
ment. The first session, Pre-Production,
starts in October.
Award-winning filmmaker Raul Barce-
lona will lead a team of fellow documen-
tary filmmakers in teaching students aged
12-18 the entire process, from discovering Include:
how to identify a compelling subject for 1 hours of skating (during public session)
Private decorated party room
their documentary, through production Off ice party attendant
and editing. Skate rental
Invitations for party guests
Enrollment is open now at OneRiver- Pizza and soda
School.com or by directly contacting the Personalized Carvel ice cream cake
Favors and candy
Englewood 201-266-5244 and Allendale FREE skating pass for future use
locations 201-466-1372. Birthday child receives FREE Ice Vault T shirt
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