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Gems at the J | History of Jewish Philadelphia

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, United States

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 […]

$40

Gems at the J | History of Jewish Philadelphia

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, United States

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 […]

$40

Liberty Heights Film Screening with PJFM

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Presented in partnership with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media & Kaiserman JCC Liberty Heights (1999) Directed by Barry Levinson. Rated R. Acclaimed filmmaker Barry Levinson (Rain Man) returns to his hometown of Baltimore, the setting of his Diner, Avalon, Tin Men, and Homicide films. The result is Liberty Heights, a warmly funny, semi-autobiographical tale told […]

$12

Gems at the J | Hanukkah 101+

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, United States

with Rabbi Moriah SimonHazani and Israeli Emissary Niv Sadeh Come learn the story of Hanukkah, traditions (old and new)! Plus gain some insight Israeli Hanukkah customs too, from our emissary, Niv. Registration is now closed. Email rachel@phillyjcc.com with any questions!  

Free

Gems at the J | Soup & Swap – A Holiday Celebration

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, United States

With all your Gems friends! Come warm up with some tasty soup as you enjoy Hanukkah desserts. We will also be doing a gift swap! If you would like to participate in the gift swap, please bring a new/unused (or re-gift) item wrapped for swapping. Listen to some holiday tunes and enjoy the company of […]

Free