Jill Liflander, who goes by the moniker “Jilly Puppets,” has been described as an “artistic force of nature.” She is a talented puppeteer, visual artist, dancer, storyteller, writer and activist. Jill views the world as a connected whole, separated through artificial barriers that inhibit people’s ability to make meaningful connections and love each other. She uses her art to challenge those divisions.

In addition to creating Early Childhood puppet educational experiences throughout Westchester, Jill is a proud and dedicated Educational Director of the Hebrew Congregation of Somers Hebrew School.

Jill holds an undergraduate degree in Cultural Anthropology and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education. She has studied at the Harkness Dance Center’s “Dance Education Laboratory” at the 92nd St Y in NYC, and with the Kennedy Center’s “Arts Integration” model of arts education. Jill considers herself to a continual and engaged learner, committed to deepening her connection with the Earth, with our communities, and with our truest, most joyful and loving selves.