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Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
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Grandparents Circle

Grandparents Circle

(grand·peh·ruhnts sur·kl)

1. Noun
An amazing effort which has given grandparents the opportunity to connect and engage, not only with their grandchildren, but with friends and community too. We meet with authors, listen to stories, watch movies, do art projects and so much more! We gather together to enjoy Jewish tradition and get together for Shabbat celebrations. And we always have more in store!  Join this fun, joyful group.

Special Person Shabbat 

4s

Friday, January 15, 2027 • 9:00 a.m. 

3s

Friday, February 5, 2027 • 9:00 a.m. 

2s

Friday, February 26, 2027 • 9:00 a.m.  

Grandparent/Grandchild Memory Box Making for ages 18 mos - 5 years

Wednesday, November 25 • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Grandparents and grandchildren, Create a special keepsake filled with memories, photos, recipes, and heartfelt notes shared between you and your grandchildren. Families can come to decorate their own very memory box and bring your favorite photo to start off your box! This is a meaningful, hands-on experience designed to celebrate the special bond between generations right before Thanksgiving.

Price: $36/child

Camp Yachad Shabbat Dinner and Program for Campers 5+ (siblings welcome)

Friday, January 8, 2027 • 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

It's Friday...It's Grandparents Shabbat! It's time to bring a little Camp Yachad Magic to winter time! Campers and their grandparents are invited for a night packed with all the things we love about Yachad: creativity, connection, and fun! Join us for a pizza dinner, camp craft and a Rockin' Shabbat featuring Yachad's very own Shabbatones! We can't wait to eat, dance, and celebrate Shabbat together.  Please note: This is not a drop-off event.

Price: $36/child
Registration required by January 1, 2027

Kids' Night Out: Grandparents Edition for After School at the J participants in grades K-7th (siblings 3+ are welcome)

Saturday, May 1, 2027

Join this special version of Kids' Night Out with your grandparents as your guests! Kids and their grandparents will be taking over the JCC with tons of fun, friends and laughter. Kids and their grandparents will bake a treat together, participate in Havdallah, enjoy dinner, and experience a classic Kids' Night Out ice cream sundae bar!

Price: $36/child 

Share Social Action with Your Grandchildren

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JCC Arts, Community and Culture

If you're not with the grandkids, join our adult community for author visits, film, performances and other experiences.

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L'Dor v' dor

Our strong group of grandparents (over 350!) strengthens the intergenerational connections that are so important to our JCC.  L’Dor v’ Dor – from generation to generation. It is our job to ensure that our JCC is here to serve our community today and into a strong future. Grandparents, please consider giving your support!

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