Community Service News and Notes ArchivesHELP WANTED SUMMER 2020 OPPORTUNITIESClick here or on Help Wanted flyer to enlarge Click here or on Help Wanted flyer to enlarge HIPPY HOLDS JUNE GRADUATION — BY ZOOMIf you are a member of National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section and a HIPPY volunteer, the month of June is very important. HIPPY children, with whom we have … NCJW BCS ANNUAL COUNCIL SHABBATCANCELLED March 13, 2020. Dinner at 6:00 pm; Service at 7:30 pm Temple Sinai of Bergen County, One Engle Street, Tenafly. Please join us for a special Council Shabbat at … HIPPY CHILDREN GATHERED TO SHARE AN EVENING OF BLACK HISTORY AND LOVEOn the evening of February 12, our HIPPY children gathered to share an evening of Black History and love. First they listened to a poem entitled “This is My Dream” by Langston … IS SHARED HOUSING FOR YOU?An 85-year-old woman wanted to stay in Bergen County where she had lived her whole life but could no longer afford it on her fixed income. With her housing search … PACK A SNACK FOR A CHILD IN NEEDBecause Hunger Doesn’t Take The Weekend Off! January 21, 2020 at 12:30 pm Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Join us at our Community Service general meeting as we … CHRISTMAS at HOLLEY CENTERAt exactly noon the pizza arrived (actually brought in by Nancy and her son). We served the children at Holley Center pizza, mixed green salad, soft drinks and special Christmas … HOLLEY & GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL KIDS ENTERTAIN BCS BOARDWe had a special treat at our December board meeting: a group of children from the Holley Center and the George Washington School entertained us with holiday music celebrating Hanukkah … HANUKKAH PARTY AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW BERGEN COUNTY SECTION shared a wonderful Hanukkah party with the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on December 10. Susan Laskin entertained the group with delightful Hanukkah songs … BIG APPLE CIRCUS WOWS HIPPY KIDS AND THEIR FAMILIESOn November 7 fifty-six HIPPY families boarded three buses on a beautiful autumn day. They were going to the Big Apple Circus where they enjoyed a fabulous front-row big top … HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM NCJW BCSAt holiday time NCJW Bergen County Section collects unwrapped gifts and gift cards for the children and families served by our community services including Bergen Family Center, Center for Hope … NCJW BCS MEMBERS ATTEND BERGEN FAMILY CENTER GALAOn November 6 Bergen Family Center held its annual gala at Rockleigh Country Club. This wonderful evening included an awards presentation and a silent auction. Some of the NCJW members … NCJW BCS MEMBERS VOLUNTEER AT HIPPYOn Wednesday, October 30, a group of NCJW BCS volunteers met at Bergen Family Center to provide a pre-Halloween experience for children ages 2-5 whose parents were attending their first … YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE GRANT: ART THERAPY AS A POSITIVE TREATMENT TOOLThe one-time NCJW BCS grant to the Youth Consultation Service (YCS) was designated for an art therapy program to benefit the nearly 100 children and adolescents between the ages of … ANNUAL MS SWIM-IN PIZZA LUNCHEONAbout 50 MS swimmers and volunteers met on Wednesday, August 21 at Tenafly Pizzeria for the “Annual MS Swim-In Pizza Luncheon. All were excited about sharing summer experiences and happily anticipating … The Jewish Home Family Volunteer Appreciation “Fiesta!” 2019On Tuesday evening July 23, at the Jewish Home Assisted Living, six of Bergen County Section’s members joined more than 100 other volunteers for a delicious dinner and some lively … HIPPY GRADUATION June 13, 2019The HIPPY volunteers were so proud of their little graduates who have worked so hard. We know this is just the beginning of lives full of learning new things and … YCS CAMP VISITING DAY WAS GLORIOUSOn a sunny day in June, seven NCJW BCS volunteers traveled by van to this year’s 2-week sleep-away YCS Summer Camp on 145 glorious acres in Hardwick, NJ. We were … NCJW BCS AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS TO EIGHT BRILLIANT YOUNG WOMENOn June 11, 2019 the clouds blew away and the sun came out to greet the 2019 National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section’s college scholarship winners. At its … A WIN-WIN DAY: VISITING YCS CAMP ON JUNE 27Ever been to camp? Ever wish you had? On Thursday June 27 YCS (Youth Consultation Service) has invited NCJW BCS to visit the children from YCS Holley Child Care Center/YCS Kilbarchan who … ANNUAL MS SWIM-IN SPRING LUNCHEONOn a beautiful Sunday afternoon in early June more than sixty swimmers and volunteers attended the Annual MS Swim-In Spring Luncheon to celebrate their 45th successful season. The lovely setting … CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGH WAS ENJOYED BY ALLOn Wednesday, May 22, NCJW BCS sponsored the Annual Gala Coney Island Day for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. We received this kind message from Tracey and … JOIN THE FUN AT THE ANNUAL GALA CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGHOn Wednesday, May 22, NCJW BCS is sponsoring our Annual Gala Coney Island Day for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. Table games, fun-filled activities and prizes are enjoyed by all the … BERGEN FAMILY CENTER HONORS ITS VOLUNTEERSA lovely time was had at the Bergen Family Center as volunteers were honored with yummy food and drink. Liz Corsini, Vice President and Director of Program, made a very special … CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION’S ANNUAL SAVOR 2019Center for Food Action held its annual Savor.2019 fundraiser at the Teaneck Marriott on April 29. Enjoying the savory and sweet presentations presented by many Bergen County restaurants were (l … 95th ANNIVERSARY GRANT UPDATE: BERGEN VOLUNTEER MEDICAL INITIATIVE BVMI HIRES A LICENSED NURSE PRACTITIONERThanks to our generous 95th Anniversary Grant, BVMI has hired Griselle Rivera for its Women’s Health Initiative. Ms. Rivera has more than 18 years of experience in nursing and has … HIPPY PUPPETS WORKSHOPHIPPY participants enjoyed an evening of puppetry at a recent workshop. The children had an opportunity to play with hand puppets followed by a delightful interactive Flamingo Puppets production which elicited … SERVING DINNER TO THE HOMELESSMordecai Dzikansky, after giving a wonderful speech at our March General Meeting, thought so highly of NCJW that he joined with us in serving dinner to the homeless at the Family … PROJECT S.A.R.A.H. AND CAMP SAFETYProject S.A.R.A.H. is ahead of the curve in keeping our community’s children safe and educated on how to maintain personal safety at camp, school and in synagogue. For each of … ROCKLEIGH SWEETHEART SOCIAL A HUGE SUCCESSA good time was had by all at NCJW’s annual “SWEETHEART SOCIAL” at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on Valentine’s Day. It couldn’t have happened without the help of Roberta Lew, … MEETING THE SNACK PACK CHALLENGEEnthusiastic members and friends fulfilled their commitment to packing 1,500 snack packs at our January 2019 General Meeting. Snack packs are one of the Center for Food Action’s answers to … MAJOR GRANT RECIPIENTS EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO NCJW BCSAt the December 2018 Board Meeting, our major grant recipients – Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI), Center for Hope and Safety (CHS) and Youth Consultation Service (YCS) – provided an … THE JANUARY SNACK PACK CHALLENGEGeneral Meeting, Tuesday, January 15 at 12:30 pm Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck. Snack packs are one of the Center for Food Action’s answers to child hunger. The packs contain individual servings of fruit, cereal … NCJW BERGEN COUNTY SECTION: MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN BERGEN COUNTYTo celebrate our 95th Anniversary, NCJW Bergen County Section invited our community service partners to submit proposals that address the needs of children, young adults, women, older adults and families … CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT THE HOLLEY CENTERThe children enjoyed several kinds of pizza, soda and Holiday decorated cupcakes. They were served by NCJW volunteers, a tradition started many years ago that we have happily maintained. NCJW MEMBERS PROVIDE HOLIDAY GIFTS AND SMILES FOR KIDSThe generosity of the season was felt in the Section’s annual HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING campaign. At holiday time, Bergen County Section collected gifts and gift cards for the children and … HANUKKAH AT THE JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHThe women of NCJW BCS and the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh had a wonderful time at their Annual Hanukkah Luncheon on Wednesday, December 5th. The food was … CLUB NCW THANKSGIVING DAY ARTS AND CRAFTSNCJW Section members helped the children at Holley Childcare and Development Center bring in the Thanksgiving holiday with two fun projects. The kids painted leaves onto trees using cotton balls … MITZVAH DAYNCJW BCS in cooperation with Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey will be part of the 21st annual Mitzvah Day which will be held on Sunday November 18th at 50 Eisenhower Drive … SNACK PACK CHALLENGEWe, NCJW BCS, have been given a challenge, and we are taking it on! Put the date on your calendar now: TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 AT 12:30 AT TEMPLE EMETH! What is … YCS Holley Center’s Summer BBQNCJW BCS Co-Presidents were photographed taking a break from helping to serve kids and staff at the YCS Holley Center’s summer BBQ. Invited guests included special friends and donors to … HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM NCJW BCSAt holiday time NCJW Bergen County Section collects unwrapped gifts and gift cards for the children and families served by our community services including Bergen Family Center, Center for Hope … VOLUNTEERS WANTED!Here are some opportunities where your time and help would be greatly appreciated. CHILDREN’S COURT CARE CENTER: at the Bergen County Courthouse. As little as once a month or as … An afternoon of music for the Seniors at the Bergen Family CenterDr. David Cohain, DDS, spent his day off entertaining the seniors at BFC. Everyone was tapping their feet and clapping their hands along with him as he played his bassoon. … NCJW BOARD MEMBERS GO TO CAMP (FOR THE DAY)!Section Board members Joan Cooper, Marilynn Friedman, Sue Kanrich and Phyllis Betancourt went to the YCS camp on Friday, June 29th. Our members had an opportunity to do crafts with … HIPPY GRADUATION 2018No tears, just smiles as 30 proud students graduated from the HIPPY program at Bergen Family Center. HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) teaches the parents how to … ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR AT CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGHThe annual Coney Island Day at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh is a special time for our NCJW BCS volunteers and the residents to enjoy playing a myriad of games ranging from “21” … SWIM-IN CELEBRATED ITS 42nd ANNIVERSARYOn May 20th the MS Swim-In Program, sponsored by National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section and the NJ Multiple Sclerosis Society, celebrated its 42nd anniversary with a luncheon … HIPPY GOES TO THE LIBRARY WITH NCJWMessage from Rachele Ventrone, HIPPY Coordinator / Family Success Center Outreach May 17th 2018. HIPPY goes to the Library was a wonderful evening! Parents learned what re-sources are offered at … CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION DINNERThese NCJW BCS members enjoyed a great night at the annual Center for Food Action “Savor” dinner. The Center is one of our longest affiliations. In addition to volunteers and … MARCH MEGA FOOD DRIVENCJW BCS is pleased to join with Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey in the Community-Wide Food Drive that will benefit five northern New Jersey food pantries whose shelves are … KILBARCHAN KIDS HAD AN “AWESOME’ TIME AT SUPERBOWL PARTYThe kids at YCS Kilbarchan thank NCJW Bergen County Section for throwing a great Super Bowl Party. An “awesome” time was had by all. The food and the decorations were terrific. … MAKING MEALS TOGETHER – A COORDINATED PROJECT WITH NCJW AND THE CENTER FOR HOPE AND SAFETYOnce again, volunteers from NCJW BCS met in the kitchen at the Center for Hope and Safety. They prepared and dined with the women and children in the shelter. “There’s … HIPPY YOUNGSTERS ENJOYED A WINTER WORKSHOPThough it was warm and cozy inside Bergen Family Center, HIPPY youngsters had fun with snow at a recent workshop with our NCJW volunteers (in picture below Ruth Goldstein, Marietta … SNACK PACKS FOR CENTER FOR FOOD ACTIONTUESDAY, JANUARY 16, TEMPLE EMETH 12:30 PM We are going to make weekends happier for some kids! Join us at our January 16, 2018, general meeting when we will prepare … SNACK PACK MEETING A HUGE SUCCESSWe met the challenge!! On a cold January afternoon with snow in the forecast, NCJW members and guests came out in force to surpass all previous records and packed an outstanding … ROCKLEIGH STAFF THANK NCJW VOLUNTEERSHi Roberta, We just wanted to say thanks to you and the ladies from NCJW BCS for a wonderful time our residents had with you at our Hanukkah Elegant Luncheon. You … OUR VOLUNTEERS BRING JOY TO HIPPY HOLIDAY PARTYBergen Family Center’s Home Instruction for Parents of Pre-School Youngsters (HIPPY) is a literacy program for preschool families which helps parents become their children’s first teacher. NCJW BCS is proud … HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM NCJWAt holiday time Bergen County Section collects small gifts and gift cards for the children and families served by our community services and coalition partners, Including Center for Hope and … COME CELEBRATE HANUKKAH WITH RESIDENTS AT THE JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW BCS’s Annual Holiday Luncheon will take place on Wednesday, December 13 at noon at The Jewish Home at Rockleigh, 10 Link Drive in Rockleigh. The luncheon will include potato latkes and entertainment … WRAPPING GIFTS TO HELP OTHERSNCJW volunteers Henrietta Wolfeiler and Ann Levenstein wrap holiday gifts at Barnes & Noble. Tips help support the work of the Center for Hope and Safety , an organization dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence in … HELP A WOMAN FEEL BEAUTIFULDo you wear makeup? Lipstick? Do some of the cosmetic counters where you shop have promotions and give-aways? When the salesperson hands you a free gift, consider mentioning that, through National Council of Jewish … HIPPY CELEBRATES HALLOWEEN WITH NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMENPirates, princesses, robots, firemen and more arrived at a pre-Halloween party to mark the first NCJW BCS workshop of the 2017-18 HIPPY season. HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) is a … YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICES HOLDS GALAMore than 600 guests gathered at the Park Ridge Marriott to support YCS at the 17th Annual Festival of Flavors. Guests enjoyed the signature dishes prepared by talented chefs, as … 2017 ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT PROGRAMAt holiday time the National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section collects small gifts and gift cards for the children and families served by our community services and coalition … School is in session and that means HOMEWORKNCJW BCS in collaboration with Bergen Family Center is looking for volunteers to work with children, ages 3-8 from the Englewood Public and Charter Schools. Whether you have extensive knowledge … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO SWIM-INNCJW BCS and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society co-sponsor Swim-In, a therapeutic water exercise program for people with MS. Founded by BCS over 40 years ago, Swim-In gives those with MS … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO BVMIHappy smiles as Gladys Laden, NCJW BCS Board Member and Herb, her husband , NCJW member and BVMI volunteer, proudly present an NCJW BCS check to Amanda Missey, BVMI President & CEO. Sue Kanrich, … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO WRICEllie Lubin (fourth from left), NCJW BCS Board member presents an NCJW BCS check to a most appreciative Lil Corcoran (third from left), Executive Director of Women’s Rights Information Center . They are joined by some … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO HIPPYNational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section members recently presented a $7500 check to Bergen Family Center in support of its Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY). This program … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO BERGEN FAMILY CENTER SENIORS/SHINING LIGHTSShining Lights is a unique social day care program for visually impaired adults and other seniors. They had an additional treat at their monthly birthday celebration. Mitch Schonfeld, Executive Director … NCJW BCS PRESENTS CHECK TO CFAAt the recent Center For Food Action Gala, Marcia Levy, board member of NCJW BCS and Center for Food Action, proudly presents a $10,000 check to a most appreciative Patricia Espy, CFAs … NEWS ABOUT BERGEN VOLUNTEER MEDICAL INITIATIVEhttps://www.bvmi.org/ In late September NCJW members Sue Kanrich, Peggy Kabakow and Gladys Laden visited the new site location for BVMI (Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative) on Essex Street in Hackensack. Amanda Missey, President/CEO, met with … NCJW BCS SETS THE TONE FOR A GOOD START FOR SCHOOLThanks to the generosity of our NCJW Bergen County Section Board members and others, countless numbers of Bergen County children will head off to school with their needed school supplies. … SERVICE WITH A SMILE AT THE FAMILY PROMISE WALK-IN CENTER ON JULY 25NCJW BCS volunteers served 119 people at the Family Promise Walk–In Dinner Program . Our volunteers prepared, cooked and served the food with a smile. Family Promise has been committed to feeding the hungry since … JEWISH STANDARD ARTICLE – NCJW PROVIDES FUNDING FOR TWO NEW CHILDREN’S FACILITIESJune 29, 2017, 11:30 am Click here or on images to read Jewish Standard article. Members of National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section attended dedication events on June 7, 2017 for two of their community services which are … HIPPY 2017 GRADUATIONThe strains of “Pomp and Circumstance” accompanied the excited children of HIPPY’s 2017 graduation class. Several students demonstrated their newly-developed literacy skills while parents praised the beneficial effects that the program had … NCJW BCS HONORS GRADUATING SENIORSAt its recent board retreat, National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section awarded $1,000 college scholarships to eight outstanding graduating seniors. In addition to their high academic achievements, these young women demonstrated … NCJW GOES TO CAMP FOR YCS CAMP VISITING DAYOn a perfect summer day, July 5th, six women representing NCJW BCS climbed on a van to go to Hardwick, NY, anticipating a wonderful day at camp. We were not … SCHOOL SUPPLIES ARE NEEDEDClick here to view and print flyer. The summer is here, and the children of our community services are not thinking about school supplies, but, as we all know, the days fly by and the stores gear … JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGH VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BARBECUEOn Tuesday, June 27th over 125 volunteers were honored for their dedication and their greatly-appreciated volunteer service at the Jewish Home assisted living facility in River Vale. NCJW volunteers interact with the … YEAR-END SWIM-IN LUNCHEONOn Sunday, May 21st, 70 swimmers, volunteers and family members joined together at The Graycliff in Moonachie to celebrate the completion of the 41st year of The MS Swim-In program. Swim-In is a … ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR ON CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGHThe residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh had a wonderful time at the annual “Coney Island Day on Monday, May22 .” Ten NCJW volunteers ran the Carnival Games and helped the residents enjoy … NCJW MEMBERS VOLUNTEERING AT HIPPY (HOME INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS OF PRESCHOOL YOUNGSTERS)What a wonderful way to encourage family strengthening activities. HIPPY Lil Readers took their monthly workshop on the road and visited the Englewood Public Library!! Parents received very valuable resource information on how … CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGHOn Monday, May 22, NCJW BCS is sponsoring our Annual Gala Coney Island Day for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. Table games, fun-filled activities and prizes are enjoyed by all the … PROJECT S.A.R.A.H. ELEVENTH ANNUAL BREAKFASTTogether with several hundred men and women supporters, five BCS members attended this moving and inspirational annual event on Sunday morning April 30 at Congregation Keter Torah in Teaneck. A sumptuous breakfast was … HIPPY KIDS MEET THE THREE LITTLE PIGSAt a recent workshop, a wonderful puppet show, “The Three Little Pigs”, elicited peals of laughter from HIPPY participants (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters). The scary wolf and the … CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION SAVOR.2017 GALANCJW BCS board members, standing L to R Elaine Pollack, Ruth Seitelman and Ann Levenstein, seated L to R Gladys Laden and Marcia Levy, attended the Center for Food Action Gala at … BERGEN FAMILY CENTER HIPPY MOM & DAUGHTER GO TO WASHINGTONWe are so inspired!! HIPPY mom Zakiyyah Jacobson, with 5 year old daughter Azariah, speaking at the Capitol on the importance of Home Visiting and our HIPPY program (Home Instruction … BFC THANKS NCJW BCS MEMBERSBergen Family Center held a Volunteer Appreciation Event on Wednesday, April 5th, at the Englewood Field Club. The dinner was attended by NCJW BCS members who are presently participating in … A MUSICAL EVENING WITH THE HIPPY KIDSAt a recent workshop for children at HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) there was music in the air. After a picture book introduction to musical instruments, the children made their own … HELP THE CENTER FOR HOPE & SAFETY MIX THINGS UPEvery kitchen can use a little help, especially new supplies at the Center for Hope and Safety. They prepare meals for 15 to 25 people every night. Here is a … NCJW Volunteers Spread Their “Love” at Jewish Home at Rockleigh Sweetheart SocialNCJW Bergen County Section volunteers and residents at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh had a fulfilling experience at NCJW’s “Sweetheart Social” held on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Council women served delicious strawberry shortcake and … JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGH VALENTINE’S SWEETHEART SOCIALTuesday, February 14th, 2017. 2:30 pm. Volunteer to make Valentine’s Day a special day, with delicious desserts, entertainment and a red carnation for each resident. Contact: Roberta Lew, 201-836-4695, RMLew@aol.com . KILBARCHAN KIDS ENJOYED SUPERBOWL PARTYThe kids at YCS Kilbarchan thank NCJW Bergen County Section for throwing a great Super Bowl Party. A great time was had by all. The food and the decorations … MAKING MEALS TOGETHER – a coordinated project with NCJW and The Center for Hope and SafetyOnce again, volunteers from NCJW BCS met in the kitchen at the Center for Hope and Safety. They prepared and dined with the women and children in the shelter. As … EXPANDING HORIZONS FOR HIPPY KIDSOur HIPPY kids expand their horizons with a trip to the Liberty Science Center. NCJW BCS is proud to sponsor this enrichment program. Our thanks go to Rachele Ventrone, HIPPY … SnackPacking January 17, 2017National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section women broke their previous record by preparing 500 snackpacks for the Center for Food Action distribution to local school kids. With our usual efficiency and … NCJW ANNUAL HANUKKAH LUNCHEON AT ROCKLEIGHThursday, December 22nd was a very special day for NCJW Bergen County Section. We held our annual Hanukkah luncheon for the residents at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. The dining … SNACK PACKS FOR CENTER FOR FOOD ACTIONWe are going to make the weekends happier for some kids! Join us at our January 17, 2017 general meeting when we will prepare 500 child-friendly healthy goody bags to … HANUKKAH PARTY AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW’s ANNUAL PARTY at the JEWISH HOME at ROCKLEIGH will be held on Thursday, DECEMBER 22 at noon. A delicious holiday luncheon including potato latkes will be served to all … HIPPY VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENTOn Friday December 9th 2016, NCJW Bergen County Section volunteers of HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) were hosted to a delicious lunch sponsored by the Family Success Center at … HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM NCJW MEMBERSAt holiday time Bergen County Section collects small gifts and gift cards for the children and families served by our community services and coalition partners, including Center for Hope and … GIFT WRAPPING TO BRING HOLIDAY JOYNCJW Bergen County Section members Ann Levenstein and Henrietta Wolfeiler volunteered to wrap holiday gifts on December 8th at Barnes & Noble at Riverside Square Mall. The wrapping was free while donations helped to support the Center … BFC GALANational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section members enjoyed a great evening at the Bergen Family Center’s “Family and Friends” gala on November 16. YCS FESTIVAL OF FLAVORS WINE & FOOD TASTING BENEFITThe idea for Festival of Flavors was conceived by a group of passionate volunteers who wanted to create a premier fundraising event to support YCS programs that are underfunded or … A HAPPY HIPPY THANKSGIVING STORYAt a recent workshop Thanksgiving stories and crafts were enjoyed by the young participants in the HIPPY program (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters). Volunteers from National Council of … NCJW BCS PRESENTS DONATION TO BERGEN VOLUNTEER MEDICAL INITIATIVE (BVMI)NCJW BCS Presidium member Marcia Levy, co-Vice President Ruth Seitelman, and Board member Gladys Laden presented a donation to Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI), one of the many community services … NOVEMBER IS HIPPY L’IL SCIENTISTS MONTHLiberty Science Center, Jersey City, New Jersey November 19 2016 8:30am Click here to view flyer Children have a marvelous sense of wonder and exploration. They are interested in the natural world and enjoy asking questions … MAKING MEALS TOGETHER – A COORDINATED PROJECT WITH NCJW, THE CENTER FOR HOPE AND SAFETY AND THE CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION.There’s a reason why Jewish events center around the kitchen. It’s a warm, nourishing place. Learning new recipes, helping others through the steps and one-on-one conversations are a few of … HIPPY ENRICHMENT PRESENTATIONOn October 26, 2016, at the monthly parent workshop, NCJW BCS presidium member Marcia Levy presented a check for $5,000 to Rachele Albanese, HIPPY Director at Bergen Family Center from … BCS’s ILLUSTRIOUS HONORARY PRESIDENT, ELLIE LUBIN, RECEIVED PRESTIGIOUS AWARDNational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section is very proud to announce Ellie Lubin of Englewood was awarded the annual Dr. Celia Weisman Memorial Award from the Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC). … SWIM-IN VOLUNTEERS & SWIMMERS ENJOY A PIZZA PARTYOnce again members of the Swim-In Program, an NCJW BCS community service project for people with multiple sclerosis, met to spend a festive end-of-summer afternoon at Tenafly Pizza. Hugs and … YCS HOLLEY BarbequeNational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section volunteers serve and share a late summer barbeque with the kids at the Holley Center. There were 12 volunteers and 65 kids and … HELPING CHILDREN GET READY FOR THE SCHOOL YEARThe summer is almost over, the new school year is about to begin. On August 9, several NCJW BCS members gathered and spent the afternoon packaging school supplies provided by … SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED PLEASEREMINDER: SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED AT AUGUST 9 BOARD MEETING PLEASE The summer is here, and the children of our community services are not thinking about school supplies, but, as we … NCJW Awards Scholarships to Seven Outstanding Young Jewish WomenSeven spectacularly deserving young Jewish women were recently awarded $1,000 endowed college scholarships by National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section. In addition to academic achievement, each recipient demonstrated … A CELEBRATORY HIPPY GRADUATIONExcited children, proud parents, and delighted NCJW BCS volunteers celebrated the twenty-second annual HIPPY graduation held at Bergen Family Center in Englewood on June 14. The boys and girls, wearing … MEMBER OF NCJW BEQUEATHS $20,000 TO FUND INFANT TODDLER CENTERThe National Council of Jewish Women has selected Bergen Family Center to be the recipient of a $20,000 bequest from a long time member, Renee Guller. The bequest will provide … CONEY ISLAND DAY AT ROCKLEIGHA good time was had by all at NCJW’s Annual Coney Island Day held on Thursday, May 26th at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh . Eight of our dedicated volunteers helped run the carnival … PIRATES LAND AT HIPPY WORKSHOPAt a recent HIPPY workshop, more than 30 excited youngsters were introduced to the wonders of the puppet world by Diane Koszarski, director of Flamingo Puppets. The children enjoyed experimenting … MS SWIMMERS AND NCJW VOLUNTEERS CELEBRATE AT ANNUAL LUNCHEONClick on each photo to enlarge On Sunday, May 15, 2016 the Annual Swim In Luncheon was held at the Graycliff Manor in Moonachie. The 40 year old event was … A VISIT TO THE YCS SUMMER CAMPHappiness Is Camping, located in Hardwick, NJ, provides YCS children with an opportunity to get out of the inner city, play, swim, and just have fun! The YCS children who … BFC SALUTES NCJW BCS VOLUNTEERSOur volunteers at the Bergen Family Center Volunteer Appreciation / Thank you event on May 3, 2016. Great food and wine and friendship. Click photo to enlarge CELEBRATING AT CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION GALAOn Monday, May 2 NCJW members enjoyed the Center for Food Action gala — Savor.2016 — celebration/fundraiser at the Marriott Hotel in Teaneck. Fabulous chefs from around the county donated … Be a part of BFC’s Third Annual Prom Pop-Up Shop! April 30, 2016Please help our local teenage girls attend and enjoy their high school prom by donating new or gently worn prom dresses (especially in sizes 10 and up), shoes, bags & … NCJW HONORED AT PROJECT S.A.R.A.H. BREAKFASTNational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section is proud to have been selected as an honoree at the Project S.A.R.A.H. 10th Annual Breakfast on Sunday, April 3, 2016. Project … NCJW Volunteers Spread Their “Love” at Jewish Home at Rockleigh Sweetheart SocialNCJW participated in the annual Sweetheart Social for the residents at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on Thursday, February 11. The multi-talented Jack Vartan entertained with songs and music. Delicious … NCJW WOMEN MADE BLANKETS FOR A MITZVAHOn January 19, 2016, over forty women from NCJW BCS came together for our annual blanket party. Over the course of two hours, the group made 24 warm and cuddly fleece … CAN YOU SPARE A FEW HOURS ONCE A MONTH?NCJW members staff the Gift Shop at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh every Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 3:30 pm. Our services are needed for residents and visitors to come in, browse and pick … THANK YOU NOTES TO NCJW BCS FROM CENTER FOR HOPE AND SAFETY FAMILIES“I’m writing this letter to thank you for the gifts. You have made me the happiest kid this year. I really appreciate the game system and the funny thing is … MERRY CHRISTMAS AT HOLLEYChristmas Day at Holley Child Care and Development Center was delightful — for the boys and girls, their aides, and members of NCJW. Pizza, chicken fingers, salad, cake and goodie bags … ANNUAL HANUKKAH PARTY AT THE JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW Bergen County Section’s annual Hanukkah Party at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on December 10 was enjoyed by residents, staff and our volunteers. A most delicious luncheon (choice of brisket or fish, along with latkes and … NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN BERGEN COUNTY SECTION COMMUNITY SERVICES TOUROn December 3 an enthusiastic group of 13 NCJW members participated in our second Community Services tour for 2015. We visited the Women’s Rights Information Center and the Bergen Family Center , both in Englewood. The WRI Center provides … JOIN OUR HOLLEY KIDS BIRTHDAY CAKE PROGRAMMake someone’s day by providing a birthday cake for a child at the YCS Holley Center – a therapeutic residential facility in Hackensack for children ages 5 to 13 who … Fun with HIPPYOn Thursday, October 15, an overflow crowd of excited three year olds was welcomed by NCJW BCS volunteers to their first HIPPY workshop. While their parents participated in an orientation program, … HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) IS ALIVE AND WELL AND RARING TO GOHIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) IS ALIVE AND WELL AND RARING TO GO This is our program which trains parents to be their children’s first teachers. NCJW volunteers … YCS Annual Meeting2015 ANNUAL MEETING OF YCS – A LIFETIME OF CARING On Monday, September 21st, 2015, NCJW BCS board members and volunteers were welcomed by YCS’s president – Richard Mingoia who … THE ART OF SURVIVAL GALLERY SHOWINGOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness month. NCJW Bergen County Section proudly supports our coalition partners at the Center for Hope and Safety (CHS), Alternatives to Domestic Violence (ADV), and Project SARAH … SWIMMERS AND NCJW BCS VOLUNTEERS DO END OF SUMMER LUNCHAlthough the weather is still warm, summer is sneaking away and very soon the leaves will fall and the air will be cool. Many are sad when the summer season is … NCJW BCS GETS READY FOR SCHOOLThe summer is almost over. Could the new school year be far away? On August 18, several NCJW BCS members gathered and spent the afternoon packaging school supplies donated by … BRING SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR OUR COMMUNITY SERVICES CHILDRENCLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT FLYER The summer is here, and the children of our community services are not thinking about school supplies, but, as we all know, the days fly by and the stores gear … NCJW BCS GOES TO YCS CAMPOn July 1, several NCJW BCS members went to camp and had a wonderful time! Each summer, YCS (Youth Consultation Service) offers a two week summer camp session for children who live in YCS … NCJW BCS VOLUNTEERS WERE CELEBRATED AT THE JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW BCS members were among the many volunteers who were made welcome by Charlene Vannucci, Jewish Home Family’s Director of Volunteer Services, for the special 100th Centennial Volunteer Appreciation BBQ … COMMUNITY SERVICE TOUR OF THE ADLER APHASIA CENTEROn June 16, 2015, Bergen County Section held the first of several community service tours. Twelve members visited the Adler Aphasia Center and the Center for Hope and Safety. At … COMMUNITY SERVICE TOUR CONTINUES AT THE CENTER FOR HOPE & SAFETYWe also visited the Center for Hope and Safety, formerly Shelter Our Sisters, in their new community center in Rochelle Park. We spoke to Jean Kirch, the Director of Development, … HIPPY CELEBRATES GRADUATIONTwenty-six excited five-year olds, dressed in caps and gowns, celebrated at their June 11, 2015 HIPPY graduation at Bergen Family Center while proud families, teachers and National Council of Jewish Women volunteers looked … SWIM-IN CELEBRATES 35-PLUS YEARS AT ANNUAL LUNCHEONNational Council of Jewish Women and MS Society volunteers and “swimmers” spent a delightful time together at their annual celebration and luncheon at The Graycliff in Moonachie on Sunday, May … COME HELP AND HAVE FUN AT THE JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGH CONEY ISLAND DAYNCJW BCS is sponsoring our Annual Gala Coney Island Day for the residents at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on Tuesday, May 26, 2015. Table games, fun-filled activities and prizes will … BFC RECOGNIZES NCJW VOLUNTEERS AT LUNCHEONMembers of the board of Bergen Family Center hosted volunteers at a luncheon on May 6, 2015 at the Alpine Country Club in Demarest, NJ. Among the guests were NCJW Bergen … HIPPY SuccessHIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Children) scored a double success at a recent workshop. Parents, who were anxious to improve their physical fitness, enjoyed a stimulating yoga session … WINTER FUN AT HIPPYTo paraphrase an old seasonable song — the weather outside was frightful, but inside it was quite delightful. On Thursday, January 22, HIPPY children and volunteers celebrated the winter season … BECAUSE HUNGER DOESN’T TAKE THE WEEKEND OFF!Fun on a winter afternoon. 100 NCJW BCS members and volunteers from the community assembled 400 Snack Packs to be distributed to local school children by the Center for Food Action. These … BECAUSE HUNGER DOESN’T TAKE THE WEEKEND OFF — NCJW BCS WILL PREPARE SNACK PACKS FOR CENTER FOR FOOD ACTIONAt 12:30 pm on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at our General Meeting snack packs will be prepared for distribution by the Center for Food Action to kids in four local … ANNUAL SWEETHEART SOCIALJewish Home at Rockleigh , 10 Link Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tuesday February 10 at 2:30 PM. Musical entertainment and delicious desserts for all. To help serve and mingle call Roberta Lew at 201-836-4695 or email RMLew@aol.com … VOLUNTEERS SPENT TIME WITH HOLLEY KIDS ON CHRISTMAS DAY, 2014Pictured L-R: Allen Lewitz; Seelig Lewitz; Estelle Greene; Edna Lewitz; Mindy Roth; Gerry Benson; Victoria Roth; Nancy Dweck; and Carole Benson HAPPINESS IS THE HIPPY HOLIDAY PARTYOn December 18, a happy group of NCJW BCS volunteers shared the joy and fun of the holiday season with the HIPPY children, the boys and girls of Bergen Family … CELEBRATING CHANUKAH AT JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHOn Wednesday night, December 17th, Jewish Home at Rockleigh had their annual Chanukah Party. NCJW BCS volunteers helped serve a delicious meal, starting with latkes, smoked salmon and sour cream. … HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR OUR COMMUNITY SERVICE CHILDRENLet’s make the holiday season memorable for families and children supported by our community services. Think of the warmth and smiles you can put near the Menorah and Christmas … NCJW BCS LAUNCHES TOY DRIVENational Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section has launched its annual holiday toy drive for HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters). HIPPY helps parents develop the skills … A GREAT WAY TO CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING!!On Monday, Nov. 24, NCJW BCS Co-Presidents, Gladys Laden and Ann Levenstein, presented a special $5,000 grant from Council’s Dr. David Goldberg Fund to Mitch Schonfeld, Executive Director of Bergen Family … 300 PEOPLE ATTENDED TIMELY PANEL DISCUSSION ON IMMIGRATION REFORMThe hall of Temple Emeth in Teaneck was packed at the November 18 General Meeting, when over 300 people attended a Panel Discussion on Immigration Reform: An American Dilemma. Many … NCJW BCS MEMBER RUTH COWAN RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDOn November 8th, 2014, at the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, during the Annual Meeting for the National Multiple Sclerosis Association, our own Past President and Past Honorary President … NCJW BERGEN COUNTY SECTION HONORED & SALUTED BY BERGEN FAMILY CENTERBergen Family Center held its annual awards dinner and auction Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at Rockleigh Country Club. Honorees, celebrating 20th anniversary of HIPPY (Home Instruction For Parents of Pre-school Youngsters) and the founders, were … NCJW BCS MEMBERS AT THE YCS FESTIVAL OF FLAVORSOn Monday, November 3, 2014, at the Park Ridge Marriott, a group of NCJW BCS members had an opportunity to express their love for YCS kids through their love of … KNIT WITS MADE HATS, SCARVES AND GLOVES TO HELP KEEP KIDS AT HOLLEY COZY & WARM THIS WINTEROn Tuesday, November 18 at Club NCJW, our monthly visit to do fun activities and spend time with kids at the Holley Center, the creative and gifted members of Knit … NEW MEMBER DONATES HAND-MADE BLANKETSTalented and creative new member Sue Harris designed, crocheted and donated beautiful blankets to one of our community services StoP (Strategies To Prevent Domestic Violence.) The women and children were delighted to receive them. … NCJW BCS TO BE HONORED. PLEASE JOIN US.Bergen Family Center is honoring NCJW Bergen County Section, together with our members Nita Gottesman and Geri Kaufman, two of the founders of HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Pre-School Youngsters) , Tuesday, November 11 at 6 PM … LETTER OF APPRECIATION FROM JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHDear Sabina, It has been some time since we met here at our Jewish Home. I hope all is well with you. I want to thank you for your donation … BIRTHDAY CAKES FOR HOLLEY CENTERCelebrate YOUR birthday by giving a cake to a child who would not have one without you. Contact Addie.rudin@gmail.com or (201) 585-1928. CCCC RECEIVES DONATIONThe Children’s Court Care Center was pleased to receive a generous donation from the Women Lawyers of Bergen County at their annual dinner. The Center is an attractive, well-equipped space. … NCJW VOLUNTEERS AT YCS 2014 ANNUAL MEETINGOn Monday September 23rd, on a beautiful first evening of autumn, NCJW BCS volunteers were greeted and warmly welcomed by YCS President Richard Mingoia at the YCS Annual Meeting. In the courtyard … MEMBERS CAME TO THE FAIR AND SIGNED UP FOR ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY SERVICESAt our General Meeting on Tuesday, September 16, members and guests were greeted by representatives from our Advocacy and Community Services committees and invited to our Community Services and Advocacy … KICK – STEP – KICK – TAP – STOMP – SWINGThe Syncopated Seniors danced their way into the hearts of the Bergen Family Center Senior Shining Lights on Friday, August 22. In between their routines, Ms. London, who organized the dancers, … CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION SUMMER FOOD CRISISSummer food crises are an annual event at the Center for Food Action . Yes, there are wonderful donations of fresh grown veggies from local gardens which are enthusiastically received by the recipients. However, … BERGEN FAMILY CENTER- SENIORS SHINING LIGHTSThe Bergen Family Center in Englewood has programs for the frail elderly as well as for the visually impaired of all ages. NCJW BCS provides a monthly birthday party for … HIPPY VOLUNTEERS CELEBRATE THE END OF A BUSY YEARHIPPY Volunteers recently celebrated the end of a busy year at a brunch at the home of Chairperson Evalyn Brownstein. Front L-R: Marietta Kalin, Marcia Levy, Phyllis Schriger, Edie Kaplan, … NCJW BCS CONGRATULATES HIPPY GRADUATESHIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Pre-School Youngsters) graduated 26 excited five year olds before their proud parents and home instructors as their delighted NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN BERGEN COUNTY SECTION volunteers … Happiness is Camping with YCSWhat is Happiness Is Camping for YCS Kids? waking up to the chattering of birds… gliding across a still lake in rowboat… singing the camp song before digging into three … Bergen County Section is awarded $50,000 for HIPPY ProgramSharon Kozinn, former President of the Board of the Dr. David Goldberg Child Care Center, presents a $50,000 check to Co-Presidents Gladys Laden and Ann Levenstein and Lucy Dorée, Philanthropy Coordinator, to … HIPPY CHILDREN SHOW ENORMOUS CREATIVITY AT OUR WORKSHOP, MAY 22, 2014HIPPY CHILDREN SHOW ENORMOUS CREATIVITY AT OUR WORKSHOP, MAY 22, 2014 Our volunteers entertained, instructed and inspired HIPPY children with stories and crafts while their parents attended their monthly training program. The … Residents and BCS volunteers “Broke the Bank at Coney Island Day” at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh!“Coney Island Day”, which we annually sponsor for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh, was held on Wednesday, May 21st, 2014. Residents, staff and volunteers alike laughed, joked, played … Celebrating at Women’s Rights Information Center Committed to Caring Awards Dinner, May 13th at the Clinton Inn, TenaflyBack row L-R: Nancy Ferer, board member of WRIC and BCS; Gloria Lieberstein, BCS volunteer; Joan Grzenda, Director of WRIC; Ellie Lubin, board member of WRIC and BCS Front row L-R: Roxanne Reff and … ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICES TOUR, WEDNESDAY, MAY 7In the morning, we toured the CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION facility in Englewood, where we saw how the volunteers packed the bags with food. We learned about the process that takes place in order … Bringing Xmas Cheer to Holley KidsOn December 25 a group of NCJW BCS and YCS (Youth Consultation Service) board volunteers helped bring cheer and caring to those Holley children without family or friends to provide … Jewish Home at Rockleigh, Annual Sweetheart SocialNCJW BCS will hold its annual Sweetheart Social for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. Click here for directions: Jewish Home at Rockleigh, 10 Link Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 . The social will take place on Thursday, February 13th at 2:30 pm. … HIPPY families agree this year’s Holiday Party was FABULOUS!Our NCJW BCS volunteers were warmly welcomed as guests of the HIPPY staff and Mitch Schonfeld, Executive Director of Bergen Family Center at their annual HIPPY holiday party on Thursday, December … NCJW BCS VOLUNTEERS ROCK!Our annual Hanukkah Party for the residents of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh on December 3rd was a big success and enjoyed by all. An elegant dinner with potato latkes as an appetizer was … Women’s Rights Information Center “Wine and Chocolate… Women & Giving” eventOur members enjoying a fun evening with Nina Pineda, Journalist, WABC News 7 on “Happy Giving Tuesday,” December 3, at Modiani Kitchen Showroom in Englewood. When Nina saw this photo online, she emailed this lovely tribute to us: “This photo just … HOLLEY Birthday Cake ProgramFriday November 1st was Michael’s 12th birthday. Michael, who lives at the Holley Center, doesn’t have someone to bring him a birthday cake, so one of our team of NCJW BCS birthday … HIPPY WORKSHOP, October 10, 2013NCJW BCS volunteers enjoyed helping HIPPY kids create some crafts for the fall while their parents attended their monthly workshop. Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is an … NCJW BCS receives prestigious CITIZEN COMMUNITY SERVICE AwardAt its annual awards dinner on October 3, 2013, the Bergen County Bar Foundation presented NCJW Bergen County Section with its prestigious CITIZEN COMMUNITY SERVICE Award for its outstanding work … YCS President pays tribute to NJCW Bergen County SectionAt the YCS Annual Meeting on Monday, September 23, Richard Mingoia, President of YCS, included the following tribute to NCJW BCS in his State of the Agency Address. “And when it … Annual Bergen County 20th CLOTHESLINE PROJECTThe Annual Bergen County 20th Clothesline Project took place on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. This is the 20th year that displays of hundreds of tee shirts decorated by domestic violence … CONEY ISLAND DAY 5/24/13 JEWISH HOME AT ROCKLEIGHNCJW volunteers spent a fun afternoon at this annual event. We helped with boardwalk games such as ring toss, roulette, catch a fish and many more activities. Lots of prizes … YCS Camp Day, June 27, 2013The forecast of severe thunderstorms and flash floods didn’t dampen the enthusiasm for our highly anticipated day at YCS camp. Happily, the weather stayed dry for our ten volunteers and the … HIPPY Graduation June 18, 2013 at the Bergen Family CenterOur volunteers joined with parents, Home Instructors and the staff of Family Success Center and Bergen Family Center to honor and kvell over the graduates of the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents … Swim-In Annual Celebration Luncheon, Sunday May 19, 2013Since its inception by NCJW BCS in 1976, our members, in coalition with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, volunteer weekly at the Swim-In program at the JCC in Tenafly. Swim-In … In March 2013, NCJW BCS Awarded Grant to Advance Economic and Gender Equality in IsraelTo quote Susan Levine, immediate past co-Chair of NCJW’s Israel Granting Committee, “It is no secret the Bergen County Section has been a strong, passionate and long standing supporter of … HIPPY is HoppingHIPPY hopping here. HIPPY hopping there. HIPPY hopping everywhere. The boys and girls enrolled in HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) welcomed spring with seasonal stories and crafts at a … Knit WitsThe children at Holley Center really appreciate the hats and scarves that were made by Estelle Greene, Shirley Finkelstein, Evelyn Masheb, Ellen Dounn. Also thanks to Mimi Backer and Peggy Kabakow for … NCJW BCS Donates to Women’s Rights Information CenterWRIC chairs Ellie Lubin and Ina Miller-Silverstein presented a check to Joan Grzenda, Executive Director of Women’s Rights Information Center. WRIC assists parents and others in finding compatible housemates, matching those who are looking … Annual Holiday Luncheon, December 25, 2012Led by Edna Lewitz, NCJW BCS held their annual Holiday Luncheon at the Holley Child Care and Development Center in Hackensack. The children and staff were treated to a gourmet … |