Events

Back by popular demand, we are pleased to host a Klezmer Jam Workshop at the JCC! Klezmer, the music of Eastern European Jewish folk instrumentalists, will be celebrated by world-renowned musical artist, author and composer, Dr. Hankus Netsky. Founder of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, Hankus regularly collaborates with Itzhak Perlman and is largely credited for […]

Instructor:  Dr. Reena Friedman, Gratz College Class Dates: Mondays June 24, July 1, July 8, July 15 This four-part series highlights key moments in the history of the Philadelphia Jewish community from Colonial times through the twentieth century. Using drawings/photographs and documents, we will discuss important events, personalities and institutions that contributed to Philadelphia becoming […]

Every Monday in the summer (June 24-August 12), Except on Holidays For beginners and seasoned players alike. Facilitators will be available to assist beginner players. Veteran players can join peers familiar with the game. Click here to register for this event! See all classes at the link below. When you click this link it will […]

Every Monday, Except on Holidays Come to the JCC and join friends to play Canasta. Knowledge of how to play the game is required - Canasta Club has no facilitators. Feel free to bring snacks! Click here to register for this event! See all classes at the link below. When you click this link it […]

Cost: $15 Drop in This class is eligible to use with our $48 unlimited monthly class pass. To use the unlimited monthly class pass, please speak to the front desk or email Rachel or Jamie. Instructor: Don Schillinger, Philadelphia area Israeli Dance Teacher Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to […]

Instructor:  Irv Slifkin, Film historian and professor of journalism at Temple University. Class Dates: Wednesdays June 26th, July 3, July 10, July 17 Only one film is chosen each year to win the Academy Award for “Best Picture” leaving some terrific movies in the dust. In this series, we will watch and discuss films that […]

Last Wednesday of the month The GEMS book club offers stimulating discussion on a variety of genres that are relatable to many. This is a reoccurring group the meets the last Wednesday of every month. Join us as we discuss: Passing by Nella Larson on June 26th Book Blurb: Irene Redfield is a Black woman living […]