Realizing how difficult it is for parents to pay the endlessly increasing cost of college tuition, the teen department at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is holding a 90-minute program designed to assist parents explore the varying financial aid opportunities that are available to them. David Twersky, who has successfully coached students and helped them secure valuable financial assistance, will lead an insightful discussion about the many options that are available at colleges and in their local community. The event will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 7-8:30 pm, $5 JCC members, $7 public. For more info or to register, visit jccotp.org/teen-educational-programs or call Michal Greenbaum at 201.408.1469.