programs
Gems Clubs
Mahjong, Canasta, and Book Club
Gems at the J Clubs
Discover a world of friendly competition and camaraderie in one of our Gems at the J clubs! Whether you’re an avid reader or a card game enthusiast, our clubs offer the perfect blend of intellectual stimulation and social interaction. Forge lasting friendships, discuss thrilling plot twists, and strategize your next move in our Mahjong, Canasta, and Book Club gatherings.
Canasta Club
Every Monday except Holidays
3:00-5:00pm in the Kaiserman JCC back lobby
Course Fee: FREE
Come to the JCC and join friends to play Canasta. Knowledge of how to play the game is required – Canasta Club has no facilitators.
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Mahjong Club
Every Thursday except Holidays
1:00-3:00pm in the Kaiserman JCC back lobby
Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff
This playtime is for people who KNOW how to play, from beginner to advanced. If interested in learning how to play Mahjong for the first time, please email Rachel at rsakofs@phillyjcc.com
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Book Club
Meets the last Wednesday of every month from 3-4pm in person or on Zoom!
Selection for 5783: Join us for a stimulus discussion about the book of the month. We try to read a variety of books and genres to expand the horizons.
Please email gems@phillyjcc.com for the monthly zoom link.
Currently Reading:
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
Up Next:
Stay tuned for our next book selection
